Church of Bethesda-by-the-Sea

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1 Church of Bethesda-by-the-Sea Twenty-sixth Sunday after Pentecost Proper 28 November 18, :00 a.m. Welcome to the Church of Bethesda-by-the-Sea! Child care is available from 7:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for children up to three years of age. You are welcome to take your child to our nursery at any point during the service just ask an usher to point the way. Please turn off your cell phones. Page numbers on the left side of the column refer to (red). Hymn numbers on the right side of the column refer to (blue). S for Service Music numbers are found in the front of (blue). A large-print version of this leaflet is available from our ushers. In case of an emergency Bethesda has two AEDs (Automated External Defibrillator) available in the sound booth at the back of the church and outside the Parish Hall.

2 9:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist: Rite II Latecomers may be seated at this time. As an Episcopal church, we utilize two primary books in our worship: 1979 (red) contains the order and text of the service, and whose page numbers are in the left column, and (blue) contains the music that we sing, with page number in the right column. Service music (musical settings of the prayer book texts) has S in front of its numbers and is found in the first part of the hymnal, while hymns are found in the second part of the hymnal. Children and Youth are encouraged to gather in the Narthex (church entrance) and participate in the Procession at the beginning of the service. Prelude Word of God At the sound of bells, the congregation stands. Celebrant begins from the west end of the church. 355 Acclamation From Enriching Our Worship Celebrant Blessed be the one, holy, and living God. People Glory to God for ever and ever. 362 Hymn of the Month Holy, Holy, Holy Nicaea Collect of the Day Celebrant Lord be with you. People And also with you. Celebrant Let us pray. Blessed Lord, who caused all holy Scriptures to be written for our learning: Grant us so to hear them, read, mark, learn, and inwardly digest them, that we may embrace and ever hold fast the blessed hope of everlasting life, which you have given us in our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. Collect For Welcome (in unison) Light within all light, soul behind all souls, guide our hearts and minds as we welcome those who worship today at Bethesda-by-the-Sea. Give us discerning hearts to recognize the face of the Beloved in each child of God, for often goes the Christ in the stranger s guise. In the name of the undivided Trinity. Amen. congregation is seated. 2

3 Lesson 1 Samuel 1:4-20 On the day when Elkanah sacrificed, he would give portions to his wife Peninnah and to all her sons and daughters; but to Hannah he gave a double portion, because he loved her, though the Lord had closed her womb. Her rival used to provoke her severely, to irritate her, because the Lord had closed her womb. So it went on year by year; as often as she went up to the house of the Lord, she used to provoke her. refore Hannah wept and would not eat. Her husband Elkanah said to her, Hannah, why do you weep? Why do you not eat? Why is your heart sad? Am I not more to you than ten sons? After they had eaten and drunk at Shiloh, Hannah rose and presented herself before the Lord. Now Eli the priest was sitting on the seat beside the doorpost of the temple of the Lord. She was deeply distressed and prayed to the Lord, and wept bitterly. She made this vow: O Lord of hosts, if only you will look on the misery of your servant, and remember me, and not forget your servant, but will give to your servant a male child, then I will set him before you as a nazirite until the day of his death. He shall drink neither wine nor intoxicants, and no razor shall touch his head. As she continued praying before the Lord, Eli observed her mouth. Hannah was praying silently; only her lips moved, but her voice was not heard; therefore Eli thought she was drunk. So Eli said to her, How long will you make a drunken spectacle of yourself? Put away your wine. But Hannah answered, No, my lord, I am a woman deeply troubled; I have drunk neither wine nor strong drink, but I have been pouring out my soul before the Lord. Do not regard your servant as a worthless woman, for I have been speaking out of my great anxiety and vexation all this time. n Eli answered, Go in peace; the God of Israel grant the petition you have made to him. And she said, Let your servant find favor in your sight. n the woman went to her quarters, ate and drank with her husband, and her countenance was sad no longer. y rose early in the morning and worshiped before the Lord; then they went back to their house at Ramah. Elkanah knew his wife Hannah, and the Lord remembered her. In due time Hannah conceived and bore a son. She named him Samuel, for she said, I have asked him of the Lord. Reader Word of the Lord. People Thanks be to God. 3

4 Gospel Procession congregation stands as the hymn is introduced. 686 Hymn Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing Nettleton Gospel Mark 13:1-8 Deacon Holy Gospel of Our Lord Jesus Christ according to Mark. People Glory to you, Lord Christ. As Jesus came out of the temple, one of his disciples said to him, Look, Teacher, what large stones and what large buildings! n Jesus asked him, Do you see these great buildings? Not one stone will be left here upon another; all will be thrown down. When he was sitting on the Mount of Olives opposite the temple, Peter, James, John, and Andrew asked him privately, Tell us, when will this be, and what will be the sign that all these things are about to be accomplished? n Jesus began to say to them, Beware that no one leads you astray. Many will come in my name and say, I am he! and they will lead many astray. When you hear of wars and rumors of wars, do not be alarmed; this must take place, but the end is still to come. For nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom; there will be earthquakes in various places; there will be famines. This is but the beginning of the birthpangs. Deacon People 358 Nicene Creed Gospel of the Lord. Praise to you, Lord Christ. Homily Rector A brief period of silence follows the Homily. s of the People God is a God of tenderness and compassion, slow to anger and rich in mercy, generous and forgiving to all who cry for grace. With confidence, let us turn to our God in prayer, saying: For people throughout the world who are suffering at this very hour from drought and famine, from economic distress and social disruption, from violence and war, let us pray to the Lord. For the church throughout the world, that we, together with all our brothers and sisters in Christ, may be effective agents of social transformation and reliable messengers of hope, let us pray to the Lord. 4

5 For our own country, that its wealth and power might become a force for peace, rather than conflict; a source of hope, rather than discontent; an agent of friendship, rather than enmity, let us pray to the Lord. For our own community, and especially for those among us who are dispirited and broken-hearted, who find no hope or meaning or purpose in life, let us pray to the Lord. For ourselves, that we may have the grace to rejoice with those who rejoice, to weep with those who weep, to grieve for others losses rather than our own, to be quick to forgive and slow to take offense, let us pray to the Lord. Silence Celebrant adds a concluding Celtic Collect. O Lord, in the name of Jesus Christ your Son our God, give us that love which can never cease, that will kindle our lamps but not extinguish them, that they may burn in us and enlighten others. Amen. 360 Confession of Sin and Absolution (congregation kneeling) 360 Peace Greeting and Announcements Holy Communion Offertory Members of the congregation will present the offerings and oblations of our life and labor to the Lord. See page 7 for more information. Organ Improvisation Presentation and Doxology Old 100th 5

6 361 Great Thanksgiving, Eucharistic A Sanctus and Benedictus Land of Rest 362 congregation kneels or remains standing. 364 Lord s 364 Breaking of the Bread S-152 Fraction Anthem Mason Martens Communion In the Episcopal Church, all baptized Christians are encouraged to receive communion. This is the Lord s table. It is the Lord who invites you. It is his wish that those who want him should meet him here. During communion, please come forward at the direction of the ushers, to the high altar, filling in at the altar rail from right to left, and either kneeling or standing to receive. For those who prefer not to use the steps, request from an usher that communion be brought to you in your pew. Our custom in the Episcopal Church is to receive both elements by putting hands forward, palms crossed and facing upward to receive the bread, and by guiding the chalice lightly to receive the wine. Please note that receiving just the bread or wine alone is fully receiving communion. If you would like to receive a blessing instead, simply cross your arms across your chest. Gluten-free wafers are available at the high altar; let the priest know when you go up to receive. congregation stands when the celebrant returns to the altar. 365 Postcommunion 6

7 Celtic Blessing From Enriching Our Worship 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. 48 Hymn O Day of Radiant Gladness Es flog ein kleins Waldvögelein 366 Dismissal Anointing and Laying-on-of-Hands Those who wish to receive Anointing and Laying-on-of-Hands are asked to come forward to the High Altar. Those who are not staying for the healing service are asked to leave the church quietly. Please join us for refreshments in the Parish Hall immediately following the service. Children (Pre K - 5th grade) process to the Guild Room for snacks, singing, and Sunday School. Newcomers please visit the welcome table in the Narthex after the service, we have a small gift for you. We pray for the repose of the soul of H. Peter Stern s for healing and wholeness have been asked for... Angel, Angela, Ann, Arie, Barbara, Brenda, Charles, Chill Family, Chris, Christian, Connor, David, Donna, Dorothy, Edna, Ellen, Emily, Ernest, Evan, Gail, Gary, Holly, Hugh, Jack, Janice, Joey, John, Kaleb, Kelley, Lewis, Family, Linda, Lynn, Maldonado Family, Marcia, Mary, Mary Ann, Matthew, Melanie, Michael, Mylai, Nancy, Nikki, Pat, Paul, Peggy, Phyllis, Reysean, Richard, Ricky, Robbie, Robert, Sally, Sandra, Sara, Sean, Sharon, Stephen, Stern Family, Susan, Sylvia, Tamara, Taryn, Thomas, Virginia, Ward, and those serving our country...alex, Benjamin, Clara, Eric, Harold, Herbert, John, Lorne, Luster Michael, and Tommy. Give Now Online! You may Give Now electronically in one of two ways: 1. Scanning the QR code with your smartphone; or 2. Visiting bbts.org and clicking the red Give Online button. Parking: Persons attending Sunday services and/or events today at Bethesda will be allowed to park on all of Barton Avenue and on South County Road without receiving a ticket until 1:30 p.m. 7

8 Serving Today (as of Wednesday, November 14) Acolytes (*Crucifer) Yvonne Wagner* Abigail Wandoff Sophia Wandoff Altar Guild Sandra Stern Linda Greenberg Eucharistic Ministers Cecie Titcomb Tom Chan Lectors Jerri Goffe Kathryn Wandoff Ambassadors Maury Wolfe Paul Coombs Sandra Coombs Jack Rutherfurd Ushers (*Head Usher) Barry G. Hoyt* Thorne Donnelley, Jr. Scott A. Johnson William H. Tylander, Jr. Rod Titcomb James L. Myers, Jr. Sound/Video System Vergers Basil Burke, Jr. Denny Lanier Eucharistic Visitors John Archer Kate Winseck Tom Chan Harold E. Pysher Associate for Music & Liturgy Rev. Canon Elizabeth R. Geitz Assisting Priest Rector and Associates Rev. James E. Harlan, Rector Rev. Burl Salmon Associate for Christian Education, Pastoral Care, and Outreach Rev. Margaret E. McGhee Curate Non-Stipendiary Assisting Clergy Rev. Dr. Cecily J. Titcomb Deacon for Spiritual Direction & Pastoral Care Staff Program Director Greg Knight, Director of Children & Youth Ministries Coordinators Turia Roebuck-Hayden, Outreach & Development Coordinator Jessica Hitchcock, Children & Youth Ministries Coordinator Douglas Kwoka, Communications Coordinator April Lawrence, Evangelism, Fellowship & Membership Coordinator Amy Warfield,Worship & Pastoral Care Coordinator Administrative Staff Joann LaBarca, Financial Assistant Ayana Pineiro, Assistant to the Rector Wardens, Officers, and Vestry Fred E. Staley Associate for Administration Rev. Clayton B. Waddell Deacon for Port Ministry Sextons Robert Mancuso, Sexton for Liturgical Support Keith Risley, Sexton for Grounds Jonathan Rivera, Sexton for Hospitality William Thompson III, Sexton for Building Preservation & Lead Sexton Church Mouse and Shoppe Staff Daisy Alvarez, General Manager for Retail Operations Evaristo Riestra, General Manager Marquis Brown, Receiving Specialist Rosie Cartagena, Seamstress Jonathan Goodine, Receiving Specialist Beth Cole, Senior Warden Connie Purcell, Junior Warden Michelle Diffenderfer, Clerk Robert Diffenderfer, Chancellor Zachary Shipley, Treasurer Arthur Burdett Charles Hagy, Jr. Charles McGill Raphael Clemente Peggy Johnson Jodie Payne Paul Coombs Kitty Lanier Wendy Victor Church of Bethesda-by-the-Sea 141 S. County Road, Palm Beach, FL (561) bbts.org 8