October 16, 2016: The Twenty-Second Sunday after Pentecost at 10:30am

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1 October 16, 2016: The Twenty-Second Sunday after Pentecost at 10:30am Prelude: Bist du bei mir G. H. Stölzel Opening Hymn: Please stand. Leoni Hymnal 372 Opening Acclamation Blessed be the one, holy, and living God. Glory to God for ever and ever. Collect for Purity Almighty God, to you all hearts are open, all desires known, and from you no secrets are hid: Cleanse the thoughts of our hearts by the inspiration of your Holy Spirit, that we may perfectly love you, and worthily magnify your holy Name; through Christ our Lord. Amen. Song of Praise Please join in singing the refrain of the Gloria. If you wish to sing the verses with the choir, please turn to LEVAS 243. Glory to God in the highest, and peace to His people on earth Lord God, heavenly King, almighty God and Father! We worship You, we give You thanks, we praise You for your glory. Lord Jesus Christ, only Son of the Father, Lord God, Lamb of God. Refrain. You take away the sins of the world, have mercy on us. You are seated at the right hand of Father, receive our prayer. For you alone are the Holy One, you alone are the Lord. You alone are the Most High Jesus Christ, with the Holy Spirit, in the glory of God the Father. Refrain.

2 The Collect of the Day The Lord be with you. And also with you. Let us pray. Almighty and everlasting God, in Christ you have revealed your glory among the nations: Preserve the works of your mercy, that your Church throughout the world may persevere with steadfast faith in the confession of your Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. 1st Lesson Jeremiah 31:27-34 The days are surely coming, says the Lord, when I will sow the house of Israel and the house of Judah with the seed of humans and the seed of animals. And just as I have watched over them to pluck up and break down, to overthrow, destroy, and bring evil, so I will watch over them to build and to plant, says the Lord. In those days they shall no longer say: "The parents have eaten sour grapes, and the children's teeth are set on edge." But all shall die for their own sins; the teeth of everyone who eats sour grapes shall be set on edge. The days are surely coming, says the Lord, when I will make a new covenant with the house of Israel and the house of Judah. It will not be like the covenant that I made with their ancestors when I took them by the hand to bring them out of the land of Egypt-- a covenant that they broke, though I was their husband, says the Lord. But this is the covenant that I will make with the house of Israel after those days, says the Lord: I will put my law within them, and I will write it on their hearts; and I will be their God, and they shall be my people. No longer shall they teach one another, or say to each other, "Know the Lord," for they shall all know me, from the least of them to the greatest, says the Lord; for I will forgive their iniquity, and remember their sin no more. The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. Psalm 119: All sing the refrain after the choir, and where indicated. Oh, how I love your law! * all the day long it is in my mind. Your commandment has made me wiser than my enemies, * and it is always with me. I have more understanding than all my teachers, * for your decrees are my study. 2

3 I am wiser than the elders, * because I observe your commandments. Refrain. I restrain my feet from every evil way, * that I may keep your word. I do not shrink from your judgments, * because you yourself have taught me. How sweet are your words to my taste! * they are sweeter than honey to my mouth. Through your commandments I gain understanding; * therefore I hate every lying way. Refrain. 2nd Lesson 2 Timothy 3:14-4:5 As for you, continue in what you have learned and firmly believed, knowing from whom you learned it, and how from childhood you have known the sacred writings that are able to instruct you for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus. All scripture is inspired by God and is useful for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, so that everyone who belongs to God may be proficient, equipped for every good work. In the presence of God and of Christ Jesus, who is to judge the living and the dead, and in view of his appearing and his kingdom, I solemnly urge you: proclaim the message; be persistent whether the time is favorable or unfavorable; convince, rebuke, and encourage, with the utmost patience in teaching. For the time is coming when people will not put up with sound doctrine, but having itching ears, they will accumulate for themselves teachers to suit their own desires, and will turn away from listening to the truth and wander away to myths. As for you, always be sober, endure suffering, do the work of an evangelist, carry out your ministry fully. The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. The Holy Gospel Please stand. Luke 18:1-6 The congregation is invited to sing Heleluyan three times before the Gospel. 3

4 The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Luke. Glory to you, Lord Christ. Jesus told his disciples a parable about their need to pray always and not to lose heart. He said, "In a certain city there was a judge who neither feared God nor had respect for people. In that city there was a widow who kept coming to him and saying, `Grant me justice against my opponent.' For a while he refused; but later he said to himself, `Though I have no fear of God and no respect for anyone, yet because this widow keeps bothering me, I will grant her justice, so that she may not wear me out by continually coming.'" And the Lord said, "Listen to what the unjust judge says. And will not God grant justice to his chosen ones who cry to him day and night? Will he delay long in helping them? I tell you, he will quickly grant justice to them. And yet, when the Son of Man comes, will he find faith on earth?" The Gospel of our Lord. Praise to you, Lord Christ. The congregation is invited to sing Heleluyan twice after the Gospel. The Sermon Please be seated at the invitation of the Preacher. The Rev. Mike Angell The Nicene Creed Please stand. Enriching Our Worship We believe in one God, the Father, the Almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all that is, seen and unseen. We believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ, the only Son of God, eternally begotten of the Father, God from God, Light from Light, true God from true God, begotten, not made, of one Being with the Father; through him all things were made. For us and for our salvation he came down from heaven, was incarnate of the Holy Spirit and the Virgin Mary and became truly human. For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate; he suffered death and was buried. On the third day he rose again in accordance with the Scriptures; he ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead, and his kingdom will have no end. We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds from the Father, who with the Father and the Son is worshiped and glorified, who has spoken through the prophets. We believe in one holy catholic and apostolic Church. 4

5 We acknowledge one baptism for the forgiveness of sins. We look for the resurrection of the dead, and the life of the world to come. Amen. The Prayers of the People Form VI standing or kneeling Book of Common Prayer, p.392 The Leader and People pray responsively In peace, we pray to you, Lord God. Silence. For all people in their daily life and work; For our families, friends, and neighbors, and for those who are alone. For Barack our president, the members of Congress, and the Supreme Court; for Jay our governor and all who are in authority; for this community, the nation, and the world; For all who work for justice, freedom, and peace. For the just and proper use of your creation; For the victims of hunger, fear, injustice, and oppression. For all who are in danger, sorrow, or any kind of trouble, For those who minister to the sick, the friendless, and the needy. For the peace and unity of the Church of God; For all who proclaim the Gospel, and all who seek the Truth. For the Church in El Salvador; for the Deaconess Anne House in north St. Louis; for Michael, our Presiding Bishop, for George Wayne, our bishop, and for all bishops and other ministers. For all who serve God in the Church. For those affected by Hurricane Matthew, for those on our prayer list, for the members of this parish who have been deployed to the Middle East, especially Corrine Lamberson, and for the special needs and concerns of this congregation. The people may add their own petitions silently or aloud. Hear us, Lord; For your mercy is great. For those who will be celebrating a birthday this week: Charles Blackwell, Sherifa Hardware, Mary Chapman, Josephine Ezenwa-Okpala, and Terry Alan; we thank you, Lord, for all the blessings of this life; The people may add their own petitions silently or aloud. We will exalt you, O God our King; And praise your Name for ever and ever. 5

6 We pray for Nancy Clark who died last week, and for all who have died, that they may have a place in your eternal kingdom. The people may add their own petitions silently or aloud. Lord, let your loving-kindness be upon them; Who put their trust in you. We pray to you also for the forgiveness of our sins. Silence. Have mercy upon us, most merciful Father; in your compassion forgive us our sins, known and unknown, things done and left undone; and so uphold us by your Spirit that we may live and serve you in newness of life, to the honor and glory of your Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. Celebrant Almighty God have mercy on you, forgive you all your sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen you in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep you in eternal life. Amen. The Peace The peace of the Lord be always with you. And also with you. Welcome and Announcements Please be seated. Offertory Anthem: Psalm 121 Heather Sorensen I lift my eyes unto the hills, the hills from where my help is come, My help, it cometh from the Lord, who made heaven and earth. He will not suffer thy foot to be moved, neither will He sleep. The Lord is thy keeper, the Lord is thy shade. The sun shall not smite thee by day, the moon shall not smite thee by night. The Lord shall protect thee from every evil, He shall preserve thy soul forever. I lift my eyes unto the hills, the hills from where my help is come, My help, it cometh from the Lord, who made heaven and earth. 6

7 Offertory Hymn: Please stand General Seminary Hymnal 382 Eucharistic Prayer 3 The Lord be with you. And also with you. Lift up your hearts. We lift them up to the Lord. Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. It is right to give our thanks and praise. Enriching Our Worship The presider offers our thanks to God for the grace and mercy made available to us in Christ. In response all sing: 7

8 The presider gives thanks to God for Christ s redeeming work, and remembers Jesus last supper with his disciples. The people are invited to respond to the words: we acclaim you, O Christ: Dying, you destroyed our death. Rising, you restored our life. Christ Jesus, come in glory! The presider concludes with prayer for the Holy Spirit to sanctify the bread, the wine, and the gathered congregation. The Eucharistic prayer concludes with a plea for the coming of God s reign. We worship you our God and Creator in voices of unending praise. The congregation sings the Great AMEN to the tune of Heleluyan (p.3) The Lord s Prayer Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen. The Breaking of the Bread Alleluia. Christ our passover is sacrificed for us. Therefore let us keep the feast. Alleluia. 8

9 Administration of the Sacrament You are invited to receive the Sacrament of the Holy Eucharist. Gluten Free wafers are available on request from the minister. On the left (West) side of the altar rail, the chalice is filled with grape juice, as a sign of welcome for those who choose not to consume wine. On the right (East) side of the altar rail, the chalice is traditional red wine. Please feel free to cross the aisle for your preferred chalice. Additional instructions about how to receive Eucharist or a blessing are available on the red cards hanging on the ends of the pew racks. Hymns During Communion: It s Me O Lord LEVAS 177 I Surrender All LEVAS 133 Post Communion Prayer please stand or kneel God of abundance, you have fed us with the bread of life and cup of salvation; you have united us with Christ and one another; and you have made us one with all your people in heaven and on earth. Now send us forth in the power of your Spirit, that we may proclaim your redeeming love to the world and continue for ever in the risen life of Christ our Savior. Amen. Blessing please continue to stand or kneel as the priest blesses the congregation The Wisdom of God the Love of God and the Grace of God strengthen you to be Christ s hands and heart in this world, in the name of the Holy Trinity. Amen. (source: Celtic) Enriching Our Worship Enriching Our Worship Concluding Hymn: standing Laudate Dominum Hymnal 432 The Dismissal: Go in peace to love and serve the Lord. Thanks be to God. Postlude: Postlude on the tune Laudate Dominum Raymond H. Haan 9

10 The altar flowers are given to the glory of God in thanksgiving for the marriage yesterday of Katherine A. Green and Carolyn Ann Kramer. Worship Leaders Celebrant & Preacher The Rev. Mike Angell Lectors Joe Adams, Laurie Justiss Intercessor Barbara Robinson Chalice Joe Adams, Mary Haggerty Acolytes Marta Mieze, Edie Zerazion Ushers/Greeters Burt Mayfield, David Motherwell Altar Guild Jean Parker Lord, hear our prayer Please keep the following people in your prayers: Betty Adams Jim Krieg Jane Popham Bernice Burroughs Corrine Lamberson Caye Sarber Ruth Burroughs Elise Madison Edward Schilling Gayle Danielson Olivia Maguire Alma Shuler Richard Diemer Bryan Miller Marylen Stansberry Sara Green Kristi Mochow Jerry Taylor Nathan & Ali Harmon The Moran Family Eduardo Teming Bobby Jones Chris Nawrocki Eleanor Thomas Doris Jones Thomas Nostrant Levon Zakarian David Kehl Beckie Orsack To request prayers for a family member or yourself, or remove a name from the list, contact the parish office at

11 Announcements Join us for coffee hour in Mitchell Parish Hall after this service. 20s & 30s Brunch (12:15pm) The 20s and 30s gathers monthly after church for brunch. We also get together for hikes, trips to the Botanic Garden, and other adventures. Today we ll go to Riverbend Restaurant (1059 S Big Bend Blvd.), then out to Eckert s Farm in Milstadt, IL to go pumpkin picking. RSVP to Ellis Anderson (bowenanderson@hotmail.com). Trinity Hot Meal (1:00pm) Trinity Hot Meal primarily serves people who live near the parish and are able to walk to the church and is served every Sunday - 52 weeks a year. Each Sunday, a different community prepares a hot lunch to an average of guests. Volunteers from Holy Communion will serve a hot lunch at Trinity Episcopal Church in the Central West End (600 N. Euclid, 63108) at 1pm today. For information or to get involved, contact Scott Ferguson at scott@scottfergusonphoto.com or Financial Peace University, Oct. 18 (7pm) Financial Peace University is coming to Holy Communion! FPU is for anyone who wants a better relationship with money. During nine weeks of study, we'll go step by step through becoming debt free, giving generously, and building wealth. If you're interested in attending, please join us next Tuesday at 7:00pm in Mitchell Parish Hall. Register on our website (holycommunion.net) or by ing Meg Goldstein (mebarry913@gmail.com). Pilgrimage Saturday, Oct. 29 & Nov. 12 (10:00am 2:00pm) Are you new to Holy Communion? To the Episcopal Church? To Christianity? Are you just looking to know more about the tradition? Join us for Pilgrimage our course exploring themes in Christian thought and practice through the Episcopal tradition. This class is especially suited for newcomers, but it is open to all who are exploring. Register at Family & Friends Fall Festival - Sunday, October 30 Mark your calendars for our first ever Fall Festival! We are looking for people who would be willing to help with all the festivities including carnival games, cake baking for the cake walk, donating pumpkins, and general set up. If you are interested please see Kara Cummins-Ludwig (Cummins.kara@gmail.com) or Mary Haggerty (haggertymary79@gmail.com) or anyone from the P&P committee. Sunday Morning Breakfast (9:00 9:30am) Special thanks to Pat Redington and Randy Mariani for hosting this morning s breakfast. Suggested donations are gratefully received ($2/person $5/family), but visitors and newcomers are welcome as our guests. Sign-up in the Lounge to host/cook. Contact David Motherwell for info (dmothe5626@aol.com). 11

12 Sunday School Sunday School for children and youth ages pre-k thru teens begins at 9:15, and students will rejoin their parents at 10:25. Please sign-up on the sheet in the Lounge if you or someone in your family plans to participate this year. Visit our website at for more details, or contact Amanda Diemer at (636) or with questions. Holy Strollers: Moved to next Sunday, Oct. 23 (9:00am) Parents of our littlest members at Holy Communion (birth to pre-school aged) will meet on Sunday October 23rd. (normally we meet on the 3rd Sunday, but this month that is an "intergenerational" Christian Education Event). Together we ll talk about various parenting topics and share Bible story time with the little ones. A babysitter will facilitate play group for the kids while the parents eat and talk. For information, contact Angie Borroughs Kelly at (636) or aburroughskelly@gmail.com. Adult Forum Next Sunday (9:15am) Missouri House Member Joe Adams will lead us in a discussion of upcoming issues on the November ballot and the state of the US election. (Find the upcoming schedule on our website And At The Last: End of Life Planning Seminar Saturday, Oct. 29 (9am-12pm) St. Timothy s Church, Creve Coeur Program includes presentations on Important Legal Documents for Everyone by a certified elder law attorney, a discussion of common questions and misperceptions in end of life planning, and The Gift of a Spiritual/Ethical Will. Copies of pre-planning funeral forms will be available. The seminar is free-of-charge and open to anyone in the St. Louis area age 18 or older (the age when parents no longer have legal authority in a medical crisis). Register in advance: or office.at.saint.tims@gmail.com. Participants will be sent a pre-seminar questionnaire to complete in advance and bring to the session. Save these dates! Oct 16 Trinity Hot Meal Trinity Church) Oct 19 Faithquest (6:30pm) Oct 26 Vestry Meeting (6:15pm) Nov 1 Theology on Tap 12

13 Monday, October 17 10:00 am AA Meeting 6:00 pm Women s 12-step Group 7:00 pm Bel Canto Chorus Tuesday, October 18 7:00 pm Financial Peace University Wednesday, October 19 11:00 am Wednesday Book Group 12:10 pm Holy Eucharist 12:30 pm Guild Lunch & Meeting 6:30 pm FaithQuest Thursday, October 20 1:00 pm Quilters Group 6:30 pm Overeaters Anonymous 7:15 pm Choir Practice 7:30 pm AA Meeting This Week s Calendar: Friday, October 21 5:30 pm Men s AA Group Saturday, October 22 9:30 am Open AA Group Sunday, October 23 8:00 am Holy Eucharist 9:00 am Sunday Breakfast 9:15 am Sunday School & Adult Forum 10:30 am Holy Eucharist with Music 5:00 pm Evensong at Christ Church Cathedral 6:30 pm Women s 12-step Group 7:00 pm AA Meeting 13

14 Daily Gospel for This Week: October Monday: Luke 9:51-62 Thursday: Luke 10:25-37 Tuesday: Luke 10:1-16 Friday: Luke 10:38-42 Wednesday: Luke 10:17-24 Saturday: Luke 11:1-13 Readings for next Sunday, October 23 Twenty-third Sunday after Pentecost Joel 2:23-32 Psalm 65 2 Timothy 4:6-8,16-18 Luke 18:

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16 Welcome to The Episcopal Church of the Holy Communion, a welcoming and diverse community seeking to walk in the way of Jesus and to reveal Christ s reconciling love in our city, nation, and world. Children are especially welcome at Holy Communion, wiggles, noises, and all. There is a soft space at the back of the church, if your little one needs to play during the service. For the service today, Hymns are found in the blue Hymnal. LEVAS stands for Lift Every Voice and Sing, the red and black, African-American hymnal also in your pew. If you have any questions, feel free to ask a neighbor. Staff The Rev. Mike Angell, Rector mangell@holycommunion.net The Rev. Marc Smith, Priest Associate msmith@holycommunion.net Angela Breeher, Parish Administrator abreeher@holycommunion.net Mary Chapman, Director of Music mchapman@holycommunion.net Connor Scott, Organist cscott@holycommunion.net Jerome Harris, Sexton Vestry Scott Ferguson, Sr. Warden Susan Norris, Jr. Warden Brian Barnhart, Interim Treasurer Angela Burroughs-Kelly, Secretary Earl Bonds, Mary Haggerty, Burt Mayfield, Shirley Mensah, Rebecca Rugen, Mark Willingham