Church of Bethesda-by-the-Sea

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1 The Church of Bethesda-by-the-Sea Second Sunday after the Epiphany January 20, :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 The Book of Common Prayer (red). Hymn numbers on the right side of the column refer to The Hymnal 1982 (blue). S for Service Music numbers are found in the front of The Hymnal 1982 (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 Prelude Pastorale on Wie schön leuchtet Walter L. Pelz The congregation stands as the hymn is introduced. Hymn 497 How Bright Appears the Morning Star Wie schön leuchtet Acclamation Celebrant People 11:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist and Healing: Rite II Latecomers may be seated at this time. The Word of God Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. And blessed be God s kingdom, now and for ever. Amen. The Celebrant continues. 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. Gloria Hymnal S 280 Robert Powell 2

3 Salutation Celebrant People Celebrant The Lord be with you. And also with you. Let us pray. Collect of the Day Almighty God, whose Son our Savior Jesus Christ is the light of the world: Grant that your people, illumined by your Word and Sacraments, may shine with the radiance of Christ s glory, that he may be known, worshipped, and obeyed to the ends of the earth; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, now and for 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. The congregation is seated. Lesson 1 Corinthians 12:1-11 Now concerning spiritual gifts, brothers and sisters, I do not want you to be uninformed. You know that when you were pagans, you were enticed and led astray to idols that could not speak. Therefore I want you to understand that no one speaking by the Spirit of God ever says Let Jesus be cursed! and no one can say Jesus is Lord except by the Holy Spirit. Now there are varieties of gifts, but the same Spirit; and there are varieties of services, but the same Lord; and there are varieties of activities, but it is the same God who activates all of them in everyone. To each is given the manifestation of the Spirit for the common good. To one is given through the Spirit the utterance of wisdom, and to another the utterance of knowledge according to the same Spirit, to another faith by the same Spirit, to another gifts of healing by the one Spirit, to another the working of miracles, to another prophecy, to another the discernment of spirits, to another various kinds of tongues, to another the interpretation of tongues. All these are activated by one and the same Spirit, who allots to each one individually just as the Spirit chooses. Reader The Word of the Lord. People Thanks be to God. The Gospel Procession The congregation stands as the hymn is introduced. Hymn 7 Christ, Whose Glory Fills the Skies Ratisbon Gospel John 2:1-11 Deacon The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ, according to John. People Glory to you, Lord Christ. On the third day there was a wedding in Cana of Galilee, and the mother of Jesus was there. Jesus and his disciples had also been invited to the wedding. When the wine gave out, the mother of Jesus said to him, They have no wine. And Jesus said to her, Woman, 3

4 what concern is that to you and to me? My hour has not yet come. His mother said to the servants, Do whatever he tells you. Now standing there were six stone water jars for the Jewish rites of purification, each holding twenty or thirty gallons. Jesus said to them, Fill the jars with water. And they filled them up to the brim. He said to them, Now draw some out, and take it to the chief steward. So they took it. When the steward tasted the water that had become wine, and did not know where it came from (though the servants who had drawn the water knew), the steward called the bridegroom and said to him, Everyone serves the good wine first, and then the inferior wine after the guests have become drunk. But you have kept the good wine until now. Jesus did this, the first of his signs, in Cana of Galilee, and revealed his glory; and his disciples believed in him. Deacon The Gospel of the Lord. People Praise to you, Lord Christ. Homily The Rev. Margaret McGhee A brief period of silence follows the Homily. The congregation stands. 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. 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. 4

5 Prayers of the People: Form III The Leader and People pray responsively Father, we pray for your holy Catholic Church; That we all may be one. Grant that every member of the Church may truly and humbly serve you; That your Name may be glorified by all people. We pray for all bishops, priests, and deacons; That they may be faithful ministers of your Word and Sacraments. We pray for all who govern and hold authority in the nations of the world; That there may be justice and peace on the earth. Give us grace to do your will in all that we undertake; That our works may find favor in your sight. Have compassion on those who suffer from any grief or trouble; That they may be delivered from their distress. Give to the departed eternal rest; Let light perpetual shine upon them. We praise you for your saints who have entered into joy; May we also come to share in your heavenly kingdom. Let us pray for our own needs and those of others. Silence The People may add their own petitions The Celebrant adds a concluding Collect. Confession of Sin and Absolution Deacon Let us confess our sins to God. The congregation kneels, and a short period of silence is kept. Deacon and People From Enriching Our Worship 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 Celebrant stands and says Almighty God have mercy on you, forgive you all your sins through the grace of Jesus Christ, strengthen you in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep you in eternal life. Amen. The congregation stands. The Peace Celebrant People The peace of the Lord be always with you. And also with you. 5

6 Greeting and Announcements The Holy Communion Offertory Members of the congregation will present the offerings and oblations of our life and labor to the Lord. See page 10 for more information. Offertory Anthem Christ, Whose Glory Fills the Skies T. Frederick H. Candlyn Christ, whose glory fills the skies, Christ, the true, the only Light, Sun of Righteousness, arise! Triumph o er the shades of night: Dayspring from on high be near; Daystar, in my heart appear. Dark and cheerless is the morn unaccompanied by Thee; joyless is the day s return, till Thy mercy s beams I see; till they inward light impart, glad my eyes and warm my heart. Visit then this soul of mine! Pierce the gloom of sin and grief! Fill me, Radiancy Divine; scatter all my unbelief; more and more Thyself display, shining to the perfect day. Amen. The congregation stands as the gifts are brought forward. Presentation and Doxology Old 100th The Great Thanksgiving, Eucharistic Prayer A The Celebrant proceeds It is right, and a good and joyful thing, always and everywhere to give thanks to you, Father Almighty, Creator of heaven and earth. The Celebrant adds a Proper Preface then continues Therefore we praise you, joining our voices with Angels and Archangels and with all the company of heaven, who for ever sing this hymn to proclaim the glory of your Name: Sanctus and Benedictus Hymnal S-128 William Mathias 6

7 The congregation kneels or remains standing, and the Celebrant continues Holy and gracious Father: In your infinite love you made us for yourself; and, when we had fallen into sin and become subject to evil and death, you, in your mercy, sent Jesus Christ, your only and eternal Son, to share our human nature, to live and die as one of us, to reconcile us to you, the God and Father of all. He stretched out his arms upon the cross, and offered himself in obedience to your will, a perfect sacrifice for the whole world. At the following words concerning the bread, the Celebrant is to hold it or lay a hand upon it; and at the words concerning the cup, to hold or place a hand upon the cup and any other vessel containing wine to be consecrated. On the night he was handed over to suffering and death, our Lord Jesus Christ took bread; and when he had given thanks to you, he broke it, and gave it to his disciples, and said, Take, eat: This is my Body, which is given for you. Do this for the remembrance of me. After supper he took the cup of wine; and when he had given thanks, he gave it to them, and said, Drink this, all of you: This is my Blood of the new Covenant, which is shed for you and for many for the forgiveness of sins. Whenever you drink it, do this for the remembrance of me. Therefore we proclaim the mystery of faith: Celebrant and People Christ has died. Christ is risen. Christ will come again. The Celebrant continues We celebrate the memorial of our redemption, O Father, in this sacrifice of praise and thanksgiving. Recalling his death, resurrection, and ascension, we offer you these gifts. Sanctify them by your Holy Spirit to be for your people the Body and Blood of your Son, the holy food and drink of new and unending life in him. Sanctify us also that we may faithfully receive this holy Sacrament, and serve you in unity, constancy, and peace; and at the last day bring us with all your saints into the joy of your eternal kingdom. All this we ask through your Son Jesus Christ. By him, and with him, and in him, in the unity of the Holy Spirit all honor and glory is yours, Almighty Father, 7

8 Celebrant And now, as our Savior Christ, has taught us, we are bold to say, Celebrant and People 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. Fraction Anthem Mason Martens Celebrant People Celebrant The Gifts of God for the People of God. Take them in remembrance that Christ died for you, and feed on him in your hearts by faith, with thanksgiving. 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 or to the chapel 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, please either go to the chapel or 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. During the Communion Hymn 505 O Spirit of Life, O Spirit of God O heiliger Geist Anthem Bread of Heaven David Ashley White Bread of heaven, on thee we feed; for thy Flesh is meat indeed: ever may our souls be fed with this true and living Bread; day by day with strength supplied through the life of Him who died. Vine of heaven, thy Blood supplies O this blest cup of sacrifice; Lord, thy wounds our healing give, to thy cross we look and live: Jesu, may we ever be grafted, rooted, built in thee. The congregation stands when the Celebrant returns to the altar. Sending Out of Eucharistic Visitors Celebrant We who are many are one body. People For we all share one bread, and one cup. 8

9 Postcommunion Prayer Celebrant and People Eternal God, heavenly Father, you have graciously accepted us as living members of your Son our Savior Jesus Christ, and you have fed us with spiritual food in the Sacrament of his Body and Blood. Send us now into the world in peace, and grant us strength and courage to love and serve you with gladness and singleness of heart; through Christ our Lord. Amen. The Blessing Hymn 371 Thou, Whose Almighty Word Moscow The Dismissal Response Thanks be to God. Postlude Toccata on Wid schön leuchtet Walter L. Pelz Anointing and Laying-on-of-Hands After the Postlude, 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. We pray for the repose of the soul of Richard Louis Acton Horace Edward Beacham, Jr. Tamara Tula Bennatti Isabelle Johnson Channer Hill Flowers are given to the glory of God and in memory of Allan B. Lane and Rose L. Lane Prayers for healing and wholeness have been asked for...alex, Angela, Ann, Barbara, Bob, Caroline, Chris, Christine, Consuelo, Daniel, Donna, Dorothy, Edna, Ellen, Emily, Ernest, Ernesto, Evan, Gary, Gerry, Gloria, Holly, Jack, Jeff Jim, John, Joseph, Kay, Kelly, Kelley, La Neil, Larry, Louise, Lynn, Marcia, Mariette, Mary, Mary Ann, Matthew, Michael, Nita, Pat, Peggy, Reysean, Ricky, Robbie, Robert, Robin, Ron, Rosie, Sally, Sandra, Sharon, Stephen, Sylvia, Taryn, Terry, Thomas, Tina, Tristan, Ward, and those serving our country...alex, Benjamin, Clara, Eric, Harold, John, Lorne, Luster Michael, and Tommy 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. The Bible texts of the Old Testament, Epistle, and Gospel lessons are from the New Revised Standard Version Bible, copyright 1989 National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America. Used by permission. All rights reserved worldwide. The Collects, Psalms, and Canticles are from The Book of Common Prayer, Hymn permission used by RiteSong, a one-time use reprint license for congregational use. 9

10 Announcements for Sunday, January 20 Fellowship Breakfast Today 8:15 to 10:00 a.m. Parish Hall West We will have a full breakfast, with a rotating menu, for $5 per person starting at 8:15 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. in the Parish Hall West. Annual Meeting and Parish Picnic Sunday, January 27 9:15 a.m. Parish Hall The Annual Meeting includes: electing new Vestry members, an update on 2018 results and 2019 plans, and our Stewardship celebration. We will have the opportunity to talk about our parish life, and to share the excitement and challenge of all that God is calling us to accomplish in the coming year. An old-fashioned Parish Picnic will follow in the Garth. We will provide hamburgers, hot dogs, grilled chicken, side dishes, and dessert! Vegetarian and gluten free options are available. The cost is $10 Adults; $5 Children under 12 years old; $25 Family Max. We hope everyone will take this opportunity to celebrate their membership of the Bethesda family. For more information about our upcoming events, pick up and read the Bethesda Happenings. It is available in the Narthex, in our tract rack, on our website, and in our newsletter! Bethesda s Mission is to experience the clear and strong presence of God and to understand and spread Christ s teachings through collective worship, learning, and service. 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. 10

11 Faith, Hope, Love: 2019 Annual Campaign So many experience the love of God through our reverent worship, beautiful buildings and grounds, and Christian hospitality at the Church of Bethesda-by-the-Sea. How would our lives and the life of Palm Beach be different without the presence of Bethesda? The 2019 Annual Campaign: Faith, Hope, Love, is our opportunity to support the faith-filled mission of Bethesda. Our financial support empowers life changing ministry. On Sunday, January 27, we will demonstrate our faithfulness to God and to our common life by placing our pledge cards in baskets as we come forward to receive the gifts of God at God s table. It will be a celebration of the reality of God s abundant grace in our lives and the transformative power of Bethesda-by-the-Sea for Palm Beach and the world that is made possible by you. Let us all, therefore, offer God praise and thanksgiving, on Sunday, January 27, by our financial commitment for the blessing of this church we all love. The Church of Bethesda-by-the-Sea Feeding in February Three Events, One Cause: Eat a meal Make a meal Share a meal Palm Beach Empty Bowls: Friday, February 7, 2019, 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Bethesda and the Palm Beach County Food Bank will once again bring together artists, bakers, chefs, and you for the 5th Annual Palm Beach Empty Bowls. 100% of the proceeds go directly to the Palm Beach County Food Bank. Please join the committee or volunteer to help with this event or simply come and enjoy a delicious soup lunch at Bethesda (or order take out). Contact us at EmptyBowlsPB@bbts.org for more information. Palm Beach Unites: Sunday, February 29, 2018, 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Come participate in one of three, 60 minute shifts here at Bethesda and be a part of packaging 150,000 healthy meals for those in need. Volunteers are needed for one or more of the following shifts: 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.; 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.; and 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Please sign up following services on Sunday or by ing PBunites@bbts.org today! Share What you Can: February 1-28, Our food drive here at Bethesda will benefit two local charities, ensuring that families have access to healthy food. Together we give thanks and Share What You Can with those in need. Be sure to pick up a bag and food list in February and return the full bag. 11

12 Serving Today (as of Wednesday, January 16) Acolytes (*Crucifer) Susan Innocenzi* Michelle Gooliak Yvonne Wagner Altar Guild Gisela Chan Linda Greenberg Yvonne Wagner Eucharistic Ministers John Archer Tom Chan Cecie Titcomb Lectors Michael Smyser David Semadeni Ambassadors DJ Snapp Lucia Englander George Schram Debbie Schram Ushers (*Head Usher) Richard Day* Bill Gee Carter Leidy Beth Cole, Vestry Lisa Swift Trent Swift Sound/Video System James Goodner Jeffrey Beebe, Jr. Vergers Denny Lanier Donna Arietta Eucharistic Visitors John Archer Kate Winseck Tom Chan Harold E. Pysher Associate for Music & Liturgy The Rev. Canon Elizabeth R. Geitz Assisting Priest 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 Ayana Pineiro,Worship & Pastoral Care Coordinator Administrative Staff Joann LaBarca, Financial Assistant Rector and Associates The Rev. James E. Harlan, Rector The Rev. Burl Salmon Associate for Christian Education, Pastoral Care, and Outreach The Rev. Margaret E. McGhee Curate Non-Stipendiary Assisting Clergy The Rev. Dr. Cecily J. Titcomb Deacon for Spiritual Direction & Pastoral Care Staff Wardens, Officers, and Vestry Fred E. Staley Associate for Administration The 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 The Church Mouse and The Shoppe Staff Daisy Alvarez, General Manager for Retail Operations Evaristo Riestra, General Manager 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 Tanner Rose The Church of Bethesda-by-the-Sea 141 S. County Road, Palm Beach, FL (561) bbts.org 12