The Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost

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1 Our Vision: A world where people experience God s love and are made whole. Our Mission: To share the love of Jesus through compassion, inclusivity, creativity and learning. Today is Celebration Sunday and also the start of our 2018 Stewardship Campaign. Being part of the cathedral community is a gift in so many ways, and we hope to celebrate it with you today. The Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost 17 September a.m. Choral Eucharist

2 Welcome to Grace Cathedral Welcome to this sacred house of prayer for all people. Those who built this place and care for it love tradition and feel passionate about engaging with what is new. If you look closely you will find images of scientists, reformers, Jewish rabbis and Roman Catholic popes, political leaders, saints, and even an astronaut. We invite you to be part of this joyful community even if your visit is short. You might ask yourself two questions: What do I need to receive? What do I have to give? We would be delighted to hear about your explorations. May God bless you on your journey! The Very Rev. Dr. Malcolm Clemens Young, Dean of Grace Cathedral If you are new to Grace Cathedral, please introduce yourself and fill out a welcome card so we can be in touch with you. We re glad you re here! Join us for coffee and conversation across the plaza in the Chapter House Library after the 8:30 a.m. service or in the Dining Room after the 11 a.m. service. about today s readings Genesis 50:15-21, Romans 14:1-12, Matthew 18:21-35 Reading texts can be found at the end of the service leaflet. Many years ago, I worked for a woman who had once been a senior nurse in a teaching hospital. She brought us a wonderful rule from her experience there: if we came to her and freely shared any mistake we d made in our jobs, there would be no blame. We could immediately focus our attention on fixing what could be fixed and learning what could be learned, not on assigning culpability. It was a liberation and a blessing, day after day, to be forgiven. To have permission to forgive ourselves. How much weight of blame do we carry each day, weight that we gather to ourselves or heap onto others? We struggle along with Peter, wondering how it s possible for forgiveness to be a fountain, leaping in the sun over and over again, with too many joyous arcs to count. It isn t simple. Forgiveness only begins with the arc there s still the hard work of repair and the slow unfolding of healing that follows. Without that work and without tending to the unfolding, we live with the myth that we are powerless and that our actions, good or bad, can have no consequences. The Gift of Singing As we continue to celebrate the gift of singing in the month of September, chorister Rueben Zellman will speak about his role and will introduce the hymns at the 11 a.m. Choral Eucharist today. Chorister John Kelley will share more about the gift of singing on Sunday, September 24. What would it be like to undertake what God calls us to, this sacred tikkun olam, the repair of our suffering world, with our eyes fixed on promise, not punishment? Carol James has been part of the cathedral community for over a decade. She has served as a co-mentor in the Education for Ministry program. She currently leads the evening prayer providers in the Jail Ministry and is a cathedral staff member. highlights Garrison Keillor at Grace Cathedral Today, September 17 The Forum 9:30 a.m. Gresham Hall Choral Eucharist 11 a.m. Cathedral Hear the beloved creator of A Prairie Home Companion open the fall season of The Forum and preach at the 11 a.m. Choral Eucharist. See more Forum guests on the back page. Stewardship Campaign Launch Stewardship helps provide core mission support for cathedral life, enriching those who give and those we serve. The Gift of Grace launches today; learn how to pledge at gracecathedral.org/pledge. Celebration Sunday Today, September 17 after the 11 a.m. service Plaza Celebrate our community with a bounce house, games, bake-offs for children and adults, gourmet food, a ministry fair and, most of all, each other. Christmas Concert Presale Monday, September 18 - Sunday, September 24 Christmas concerts at Grace Cathedral are a treasured San Francisco tradition. From September 18-24, gain access to the best seats before tickets go on sale to the general public. Enter the code Presale17 when purchasing tickets at cityboxoffice.com.

3 The Holy Eucharist The Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost (proper 19) 17 September :00 am Ask an usher about nursery care and Sunday school, hearing assistance devices, or large-print leaflets. Restrooms are located on the lower level corridor. Please silence any audible electronics and refrain from taking video or photos during the service. Voluntary Master Tallis s Testament Herbert Howells The Gathering The people stand as the procession enters. Introit Sung by the choir. Jeffrey Smith (Psalm 118; see p. 760 in the red Book of Common Prayer for text.) Hymn 379 Sung by all, standing. Abbot's Leigh Opening Acclamation Presider Gloria in excelsis Choir text: Timothy Rees ( ), alt.; music: Cyril Vincent Taylor ( ) Blessed be the one, holy and living God. Glory to God for ever and ever. Herbert Howells Communion service Collegium Regale Glory be to God on high, and on earth peace, good will towards men. We praise thee, we bless thee, we worship thee, we glorify thee, we give thanks to thee for thy great glory, O Lord God, heavenly King, God the Father Almighty. O Lord, the only-begotten Son, Jesus Christ; O Lord God, Lamb of God, Son of the Father, that takest away the sins of the world, have mercy upon us. Thou that takest away the sins of the world, receive our prayer. Thou that sittest at the right hand of God the Father, have mercy upon us. For thou only art holy; thou only art the Lord; thou only, O Christ, with the Holy Ghost, art most high in the glory of God the Father. Amen.

4 The Collect of the Day Presider May God be with you. And also with you. O God, because without you we are not able to please you mercifully grant that your Holy Spirit may in all things direct and rule our hearts; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen. The Word of God Readings can be found at the end of this service leaflet. The First Reading The people sit. Genesis 50:15-21 Reader The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. Psalm 103:1-13 The people remain seated. Joseph Pye 2 Choir, then all Bless the Lord, O my soul. Choir Bless the Lord, O my soul, * and all that is within me, bless his holy Name. Bless the Lord, O my soul, * and forget not all his benefits. He forgives all your sins * and heals all your infirmities; He redeems your life from the grave * and crowns you with mercy and loving-kindness; He satisfies you with good things, * and your youth is renewed like an eagle s. The Lord executes righteousness * and judgment for all who are oppressed. Bless the Lord, O my soul. He made his ways known to Moses * and his works to the children of Israel. The Lord is full of compassion and mercy, * slow to anger and of great kindness. He will not always accuse us, * nor will he keep his anger for ever. He has not dealt with us according to our sins, * nor rewarded us according to our wickedness. For as the heavens are high above the earth, * so is his mercy great upon those who fear him. As far as the east is from the west, * so far has he removed our sins from us. As a father cares for his children, * so does the Lord care for those who fear him. Bless the Lord, O my soul.

5 The Second Reading Romans 14:1-12 Reader The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. Hymn 674 Sung by all, standing. Detroit text: Rosamond E. Herklots ( ); music: from Supplement to Kentucky Harmony, 1820; harm. Margaret W. Mealy (b. 1922) The Holy Gospel Matthew 18:21-35 Choir The choir alone sings the first eluia, then the people join in. & b œ œ œ œœ œ œ œ œ œœ œ œ œ œ œ œ œ Al - le - lu - ia, Al - le - lu - ia, Al - le - lu - ia. Your word is Truth, O Lord; & b œ œ œ œ œ Before the Gospel After the Gospel make us ho - ly in the truth. repeat the three eluias. The Holy Gospel of our Savior Jesus Christ according to Matthew. Glory to you, Lord Christ. The Gospel of the Lord. Praise to you, Lord Christ. The Sermon The homilist invites the congregation to sit. Garrison Keillor A period of silence may follow. 3

6 The Nicene Creed 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: by the power of the Holy Spirit he became incarnate from the Virgin Mary, and was made man. For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate; he suffered death and was buried. The people stand. 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 and the Son. With the Father and the Son he is worshiped and glorified. He has spoken through the Prophets. We believe in one holy catholic and apostolic Church. 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 After each petition Lord, hear our prayer. The presider adds a concluding collect. The Confession of Sin Deacon Let us confess our sins to God God of all mercy, we confess that we have sinned against you, opposing your will in our lives. We have denied your goodness in each other, in ourselves, and in the world you have created. We repent of the evil that enslaves us, the evil we have done, and the evil done on our behalf. Forgive, restore, and strengthen us through our Savior Jesus Christ, that we may abide in your love and serve only your will. Amen. The presider pronounces God s absolution. The Peace Presider The peace of Christ be always with you. And also with you. may greet each other in the name of Christ. Welcome Offertory Sentence The Holy Communion An offering will be received for the ministries of Grace Cathedral. Thank you for your generosity. 4

7 Anthem Sung in English. Edward Bairstow Choir Though I speak with the tongues of men and of angels, and have not charity, I am become as sounding brass, or a tinkling cymbal. And though I have the gift of prophecy, and understand all mysteries, and all knowledge; and though I have all faith, so that I could remove mountains, and have not charity, I am nothing. And though I bestow all my goods to feed the poor, and though I give my body to be burned, and have not charity, it profiteth me nothing. Charity suffereth long, and is kind; charity envieth not; charity vaunteth not itself, is not puffed up; beareth all things, believeth all things, hopeth all things, endureth all things. Charity never faileth; but whether there be prophecies, they shall fail; whether there be tongues, they shall cease; or whether there be knowledge, it shall vanish away. For now we see through a glass, darkly; but then face to face. Now I know in part; but then I shall know ev n as I also am known. And now abideth faith, hope, and charity; but the greatest of these is charity. 1 Corinthians 13:1-4,7-8,12-13 The people stand as representatives of the congregation bring the people s offerings of bread, wine, and money to be placed on the Altar. The Great Thanksgiving (Prayer II, Enriching our Worship) Solemn Tone Presider Presider, continuing lifting our voices to magnify you as we sing: Sanctus Sung by all. Jeffrey Smith 5

8 Presider, concluding Through Christ, and with Christ, and in Christ, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, all honor and glory is yours, almighty Father, now and for ever. Presider And now, as our Savior Christ has taught us, we are bold to pray The Breaking of the Bread Choir Invitation to Communion The Bread is broken. Silence follows. The Choir alone sings the first eluia, then the people join in. & b œ œ œ œœ œ œ œ œ œœ œ œ œ œ œ œ œ Al - le - lu - ia, Al - le - lu - ia, Al - le - lu - ia. & b œ œ œœ Christ our passover Christ our passover repeat the three eluias. issacrificed for us. issacrificed for us. & b œ œ œ œ œ Therefore let us keep the feast. The presider invites the people to come forward for Communion. who seek God and are drawn to Christ are welcome at God s table. Gluten-free Communion wafers are available at the north altar rail; please ask the Communion minister. For a variety of reasons, it is our custom to consume the Bread and sip the Wine directly from the cup. You are invited to guide the cup with your hands. If you choose not to receive either the Bread or the Wine, simply cross your arms over your chest and respond A men when it is presented. Ministers are available for shared prayer for healing in the Chapel of Grace on the south (street) side of the Cathedral. 6

9 Agnus Dei Choir Howells O Lamb of God, that takest away the sins of the world: have mercy upon us. O Lamb of God, that takest away the sins of the world: have mercy upon us. O Lamb of God, that takest away the sins of the world: grant us thy peace. Motet Sung in Slavonic Sergei Rachmaninoff Choir Postcommunion Prayer Presider To thee, O Lord my God, will I lift up my soul. My God, I have put my trust in thee, let me never be confounded. After all have received Communion, the people stand. Let us pray. Dear God, you come to us as gift as a vulnerable child, a peace-making teacher, a crucified trouble-maker. Teach us the secret of your love, which grows as it is shared, that we also may be gifts to your world and find true freedom in giving ourselves away. Amen. The Sending Forth Psalm 25:1 Hymn 671 Sung by all, standing. New Britain text: John Newton ( ), alt.; st. 5 John Rees (19th cent.); music: from Virginia Harmony, 1831, adapt. att. Edwin Othello Excell ( ); harm. Austin Cole Lovelace (b. 1919) The Blessing and Dismissal respond Amen. Deacon The presider pronounces God s blessing. Go in peace to love and serve the Lord. Thanks be to God. Voluntary egro giocoso, from Sonata in E-flat major Edward Bairstow 7

10 The Readings Genesis 50:15-21 Realizing that their father was dead, Joseph s brothers said, What if Joseph still bears a grudge against us and pays us back in full for all the wrong that we did to him? So they approached Joseph, saying, Your father gave this instruction before he died, Say to Joseph: I beg you, forgive the crime of your brothers and the wrong they did in harming you. Now therefore please forgive the crime of the servants of the God of your father. Joseph wept when they spoke to him. Then his brothers also wept, fell down before him, and said, We are here as your slaves. But Joseph said to them, Do not be afraid! Am I in the place of God? Even though you intended to do harm to me, God intended it for good, in order to preserve a numerous people, as he is doing today. So have no fear; I myself will provide for you and your little ones. In this way he reassured them, speaking kindly to them. Romans 14:1-12 Welcome those who are weak in faith, but not for the purpose of quarrelling over opinions. Some believe in eating anything, while the weak eat only vegetables. Those who eat must not despise those who abstain, and those who abstain must not pass judgement on those who eat; for God has welcomed them. Who are you to pass judgement on servants of another? It is before their own lord that they stand or fall. And they will be upheld, for the Lord is able to make them stand. Some judge one day to be better than another, while others judge all days to be alike. Let all be fully convinced in their own minds. Those who observe the day, observe it in honour of the Lord. Also those who eat, eat in honour of the Lord, since they give thanks to God; while those who abstain, abstain in honour of the Lord and give thanks to God. We do not live to ourselves, and we do not die to ourselves. If we live, we live to the Lord, and if we die, we die to the Lord; so then, whether we live or whether we die, we are the Lord s. For to this end Christ died and lived again, so that he might be Lord of both the dead and the living. Why do you pass judgement on your brother or sister? Or you, why do you despise your brother or sister? For we will all stand before the judgement seat of God. For it is written, As I live, says the Lord, every knee shall bow to me, and every tongue shall give praise to God. So then, each of us will be accountable to God. Matthew 18:21-35 Then Peter came and said to Jesus, Lord, if another member of the church sins against me, how often should I forgive? As many as seven times? Jesus said to him, Not seven times, but, I tell you, seventy-seven times. For this reason the kingdom of heaven may be compared to a king who wished to settle accounts with his slaves. When he began the reckoning, one who owed him ten thousand talents was brought to him; and, as he could not pay, his lord ordered him to be sold, together with his wife and children and all his possessions, and payment to be made. So the slave fell on his knees before him, saying, Have patience with me, and I will pay you everything. And out of pity for him, the lord of that slave released him and forgave him the debt. But that same slave, as he went out, came upon one of his fellow-slaves who owed him a hundred denarii; and seizing him by the throat, he said, Pay what you owe. Then his fellow-slave fell down and pleaded with him, Have patience with me, and I will pay you. But he refused; then he went and threw him into prison until he should pay the debt. When his fellow-slaves saw what had happened, they were greatly distressed, and they went and reported to their lord all that had taken place. Then his lord summoned him and said to him, You wicked slave! I forgave you all that debt because you pleaded with me. Should you not have had mercy on your fellow-slave, as I had mercy on you? And in anger his lord handed him over to be tortured until he should pay his entire debt. So my heavenly Father will also do to every one of you, if you do not forgive your brother or sister from your heart. Presider Homilist Deacon Lay Assistant Readers Musicians The Very Rev. Dr. Malcolm Clemens Young, Dean Garrison Keillor The Rev. Margaret Deeths, Assisting Clergy Roberta Sautter Mary Wood Indigo Mudbhary The Men and Boys of the Cathedral Choir Canon Benjamin Bachmann, the Diana Dollar Knowles Canon Director of Music Christopher Keady, Assistant Director of Music Copyrights: God is love, let heaven adore Him (Hymn EH ): words: Copyright held by A. R. Mowbray & Co. Ltd.; music: Copyright 1942 Renewal 1970 by Hope Publishing Company, Carol Stream, IL 60188; Rights Reserved. Used by Permission; Forgive or sins, as we forgive (Hymn EH ): words: by permission of Oxford University Press; Come with us, O blessed Jesus (Hymn EH ): words: Sts , Charles P. Price; Amazing grace (Hymn EH ): ; music: harmonization copyright 1974 by Abingdon Press; Used by permission; Hymns and Service Music reprinted under OneLicense.net #A , Rights Reserved. Readings taken from The New Revised Standard Version of the Bible 1989 by The Division of Christian Education of The National Council of Churches of Christ in the U.S.A., used by permission

11 yoga for change spiritual life Holy Land Pilgrimage Informational Meeting Thursday, September 21 6:15 p.m. Chapter House Dining Room Learn more about the trip of a lifetime to the Holy Land, led by the Rev. Canon Mark Stanger taking place next year. For more information, visit gracecathedral.org/retreats. social justice Help The Community Preschool raise $36,000 Thursday, September 28 7 p.m. Cathedral Let your warrior stance be more than a pose! When you support Yoga for Change, our annual benefit for The Community Preschool at Grace Cathedral, you provide a quality preschool education for children who come from poor and immigrant families and are seeking a better life. Join us for yoga, great music, an afterparty and knowing you ve made a difference in a child s life. Tickets $25 at yogaforchangesf.org. Calling Families Sundays 10:45 a.m. Lower level Our Children, Youth and Family Ministry program year has begun. Join us for Godly Play, Grace Quest or youth groups and take part in a fun and inspired year. Learn more at gracecathedral.org/families. Education for Ministry Thursdays, September 14 to June 6 6 p.m. Chapter Room Develop spiritual friendships and gain leadership skills in EfM. Roberta Sautter at nixile@earthlink.net. Healing Prayer Retreat Saturday, October 7 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Chapter Room Join us for a retreat led by the Rev. Dr. Ellen Clark-King, who will give an overview of healing prayer followed by time for silence and reflection, discussions, brown-bag lunch and a celebration of the Eucharist. To RSVP, Peter Grace at petergrace05@att.net. Volunteer with Bayview Mission Monday, September 18 9 a.m. - 1 p.m Jerrold Ave Join us in providing services, food and supplies to families in the Bayview-Hunters Point neighborhood. For more information, visit gracecathedral.org/bayview. Gender Justice: Women and Violence Thursday, October 12 7 p.m. Gresham Hall October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Join us for a panel of speakers that will share stories of resilience and resources to prevent violence and support survivors. This is the first of a threepart series. $10 donation suggested artist in residence music, art, ideas The SFGMC opens its 40th season at the cathedral, joined by the incredible Oakland Interfaith Gospel Choir, before embarking on a soul-affirming tour through the South. The Lavender Pen Tour will share SFGMC s mission of community, activism and compassion. Tickets are going fast purchase them before they sell out at cityboxoffice.com. Simrit Live in Concert community Spoken Word Poet Sarah Kay October 11 through 22 This year, Grace Cathedral s Artist in Residence program welcomes its first poet. Sarah Kay, a top-selling author and international performer, will present and enlighten at a range of exciting cathedral events from October 11 to October 22. See the events list at gracecathedral.org/air. San Francisco Gay Men s Chorus: The Lavender Pen Tour Saturday, September 30 7:30 p.m. Cathedral Saturday, September 23 7:30 p.m. Cathedral Hailed worldwide as haunting, hypnotic, healing and majestic, vocal artist Simrit and world-class musicians perform for the first time in our soaring space. Tickets at simritkaurmusic.com. The Forum with Margaret Miles Sunday, September 24 9:30 a.m. Gresham Hall Margaret Miles joins us to discuss mental illness,fundamentalism and breaking gender boundaries personal experiences which address the universal. Learn more at gracecathedral.org/forum. Sound Healing Symphony Monday, September 25 7:30 p.m. Cathedral You won t want to miss this magical, meditative musical experience using exotic instruments. Tickets at soundmeditationsf.com. Join the Children s Chorus - no audition required Rehearsals Wednesday, October 4 to Wednesday, December 6 6:30-7:30 p.m. Wilsey Perform for friends and family at Sing You a Merry Christmas. The chorus is open to children and teens ages 5 to 16 and will take the stage with the cast of Presto! Interactive. Sign up at gracecathedral.org/kids-christmas. Women in Community Sunday, September 24 12:30-2:30 p.m. Chapter Room Join women in conversation and community after the Choral Eucharist service. For more information, contact Joanne Compean at (415) or joannejcompean@gmail.com. Senior Community Day Thursday, September 28 9:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. Chapter House Dining Room and Wilsey A Enjoy breakfast, Communion, catered lunch and a presentation on the cathedral s history by Archivist Michael Lampen. Learn more at gracecathedral.org/swg.

12 cathedral worship Sundays Nursery 8 a.m. 1 p.m. Eucharist 8:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:45 a.m. Choral Eucharist 11 a.m. Evening Eucharist 6 p.m. The Forum The Forum is a series of stimulating conversations about the issues of our day. Events take place on Sundays at Gresham Hall at 9:30 a.m. unless otherwise noted. For more information on upcoming guests and past visitors, visit gracecathedral.org/forum. September 17: Garrison Keillor, humorist, author and American legend, on life after A Prairie Home Companion. Monday Friday Morning Prayer Holy Eucharist Evening Prayer Wednesdays Contemporary Worship Thursdays Holy Eucharist Choral Evensong Saturdays Morning Prayer Evening Prayer 9 a.m. 12:10 p.m. 5:15 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 7:30 a.m. 5:15 p.m. 9 a.m. 3 p.m. when we re open September 24: Margaret Miles, professor and Christian historian, connects the personal experience to the universal. October 15 and 22: Sarah Kay, spoken word poet and 2017 Artist in Residence, shares her passion for inspiring children to find their voice and explores creativity as a path to empathy. Fall I 2017 Cathedral: Open daily 8 a.m. 6 p.m. (Thursday open 7 a.m.). Peet s Coffee Kiosk: Monday Friday 7:30 a.m. 4 p.m. Saturday Sunday 8 a.m. 4 p.m. Columbarium: Sunday 9:30-10:30 a.m. and 12:30-1:30 p.m. Docents generally available: Monday - Thursday 1 3 p.m. Saturday 11:30 a.m. 1:30 p.m. Sunday after the 11 a.m. service (meet at the font). Get connected, stay connected Follow us on Facebook (facebook.com/gracecathedralsf) and Twitter (@gracecathedral). Sign up for our weekly events , Cathedral Highlights, or for congregation updates, at gracecathedral.org. Listen to sermons and services online The 11 a.m. Sunday Eucharist and 5:15 p.m. Thursday Evensong are posted on our website for a week after each service. Subscribe to the sermons through itunes or listen: gracecathedral.org/listen Prayer Requests To request prayers of thanksgiving or intercession, prayer@gracecathedral.org. Every day, our prayer team tends to the concerns of the community and remembers those who have died. Cathedral Clergy and Program Staff The Rt. Rev. Marc Handley Andrus, Bishop, Diocese of California bishopmarc@diocal.org (415) The Very Rev. Dr. Malcolm Clemens Young, Dean dean@gracecathedral.org (415) The Rev. Dr. Ellen Clark-King, Executive Pastor, Canon for Social Justice ellenc@gracecathedral.org (415) The Rev. Mark E. Stanger, Canon for Formation marks@gracecathedral.org (415) The Rev. Mary Carter Greene, Director of Children, Youth and Family Ministry maryg@gracecathedral.org (415) The Rev. Jude Harmon, Director of Innovative Ministries judeh@gracecathedral.org (415) The Rev. Canon Nina Pickerrell, Cathedral Deacon ninap@gracecathedral.org (415) Benjamin Bachmann, Diana Dollar Knowles Canon Director of Music benb@gracecathedral.org (415) Jeffrey Hookom, Canon Precentor jeffreyh@gracecathedral.org (415) The Very Rev. Dr. Alan Jones, Dean Emeritus Regarding the Cathedral Congregation congregation@gracecathedral.org General Information (415) info@gracecathedral.org gracecathedral.org 1100 California Street, San Francisco, CA Grace Cathedral is an Episcopal Church, a member of the worldwide Anglican Communion.