Twenty Fourth Sunday after Pentecost Proper 27 November 8, 2015

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1 The Church of Bethesda-by-the-Sea Twenty Fourth Sunday after Pentecost Proper 27 November 8, :00 a.m. service page 3 9:00 a.m. service page 4 11:00 a.m. service page 12

2 Please turn off your cell phones. Page numbers refer to The Book of Common Prayer (red). Hymn numbers refer to The Hymnal 1982 (blue). Busy Bags for little children are available at the main entrance or from an usher. 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 on the south wall in the Parish Hall. Harold E. Pysher Associate for Music & Liturgy The Rev. Jeffrey S. Beebe Assisting Priest Rector and Associates The Rev. James R. Harlan, Rector Fred E. Staley Associate for Administration Non-Stipendiary Assisting Clergy The Rev. Susan R. Beebe Assisting Priest Staff Program Directors Greg Knight, Director of Children & Youth Ministries Jessica Reed, Youth Choir Director & Youth Ministries Coordinator Coordinators Renée Boger-Cheifet, Communications Coordinator Amie Casamassina, Part-Time Project Coordinator April Lawrence, Stewardship & Membership Coordinator Sharon Lawrence McGee, Financial Coordinator Regine Reimann,Worship & Pastoral Care Coordinator Wardens, Officers, and Vestry The Rev. Kimberly L. Still Associate for Ministry Development The Rev. Clayton B. Waddell Deacon for Port Ministry Administrative Staff Ayana Pineiro, Assistant to the Rector Sextons Victor Maisonet, Sexton for Hospitality Robert Mancuso, Sexton Keith Risley, Grounds Supervisor William Thompson III, Building Preservation The Church Mouse and The Shoppe Staff Daisy Alvarez, General Manager for Retail Operations Evaristo Riestra, General Manager Jonathan Goodine Ricky Manuel Barbara Leek, Senior Warden Wendy Victor, Junior Warden Susan Keenan, Clerk William Atterbury III, Chancellor James Myers, Jr., Treasurer Frederick Broda Barbara Callahan Paul Coombs Frances Fisher William Gee The Rev. Dr. Cecily J. Titcomb Deacon for Spiritual Direction & Pastoral Care (Nov May) Matthew Lorentzen Donald McKenna David Paulson Patricia Reichenbacher C. Tanner Rose, Jr. Zachary Shipley Bailey B. Sory III Sandra Stern Frank Young Chuck Zettler The Church of Bethesda-by-the-Sea 141 S. County Road, Palm Beach, FL (561)

3 We welcome children from the youngest ages to enjoy church with their families, and we re pleased to have you worship with us this morning. For those who prefer, we do offer a child care ministry at all services 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. 8:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist: Rite I The service begins on page 323. Acclamation Celebrant Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. And blessed be his kingdom, now and for ever. Amen. Collect of the Day O God, whose blessed Son was manifested that he might destroy the works of the devil and make us the children of God and heirs of eternal life: Grant us, we beseech thee, that, having this hope, we may purify ourselves even as he is pure; that, when he shall appear again with power and great glory, we may be made like unto him in his eternal and glorious kingdom; where with thee, O Father, and thee, O Holy Ghost, he liveth and reigneth ever, one God, world without end. Amen. Lesson 1 Kings 17:8 16 leaflet page 6 Psalm 146 (read antiphonally) 1 Hallelujah! Praise the Lord, O my soul! * I will praise the Lord as long as I live; I will sing praises to my God while I have my being. 2 Put not your trust in rulers, nor in any child of earth, * for there is no help in them. 3 When they breathe their last, they return to earth, * and in that day their thoughts perish. 4 Happy are they who have the God of Jacob for their help!* whose hope is in the Lord their God; 5 Who made heaven and earth, the seas, and all that is in them; * who keeps his promise for ever; 6 Who gives justice to those who are oppressed, * and food to those who hunger. 7 The Lord sets the prisoners free; the Lord opens the eyes of the blind; * the Lord lifts up those who are bowed down; 8 The Lord loves the righteous; the Lord cares for the stranger; * he sustains the orphan and widow, but frustrates the way of the wicked. 9 The Lord shall reign for ever, * your God, O Zion, throughout all generations. Hallelujah! 3

4 Gospel Mark 12:38 44 leaflet page 6 Homily The Rector A brief period of silence follows the Homily. Nicene Creed page 327 Prayers of the page 328 Confession of Sin page 331 The Peace Offertory At the Presentation Celebrant All things come of thee O Lord. And of thine own have we given thee. Eucharistic Prayer II page 340 The congregation kneels following the Sanctus. Fraction Anthem Celebrant Alleluia. Christ our Passover is sacrificed for us. Therefore let us keep the feast. Alleluia. The congregation stands when the Celebrant returns to the altar. Sending Out of Eucharistic Visitors Celebrant We who are many are one body. For we all share one bread, and one cup. Postcommunion Prayer page 339 Blessing and Dismissal 9:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist: Rite II Latecomers may be seated at this time. 9:00 a.m. service only Children ages 3 through 7 years old are invited to gather upstairs in the Sunday School Hall for Children s Worship. Prelude Benedictus Max Reger The congregation stands as the hymn is introduced. Hymn 410 Praise, My Soul, the King of Heaven Lauda anima 4

5 Acclamation Celebrant The Word of God Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. And blessed be his 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 278 William Mathias 5

6 Salutation Celebrant Celebrant The Lord be with you. And also with you. Let us pray. Collect of the Day O God, whose blessed Son came into the world that he might destroy the works of the devil and make us children of God and heirs of eternal life: Grant that, having this hope, we may purify ourselves as he is pure; that, when he comes again with power and great glory, we may be made like him in his eternal and glorious kingdom; where he lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. The congregation is seated. Lesson 1 Kings 17:8 16 The word of the Lord came to Elijah, saying, Go now to Zarephath, which belongs to Sidon, and live there; for I have commanded a widow there to feed you. So he set out and went to Zarephath. When he came to the gate of the town, a widow was there gathering sticks; he called to her and said, Bring me a little water in a vessel, so that I may drink. As she was going to bring it, he called to her and said, Bring me a morsel of bread in your hand. But she said, As the Lord your God lives, I have nothing baked, only a handful of meal in a jar, and a little oil in a jug; I am now gathering a couple of sticks, so that I may go home and prepare it for myself and my son, that we may eat it, and die. Elijah said to her, Do not be afraid; go and do as you have said; but first make me a little cake of it and bring it to me, and afterwards make something for yourself and your son. For thus says the Lord the God of Israel: The jar of meal will not be emptied and the jug of oil will not fail until the day that the Lord sends rain on the earth. She went and did as Elijah said, so that she as well as he and her household ate for many days. The jar of meal was not emptied, neither did the jug of oil fail, according to the word of the Lord that he spoke by Elijah. Reader The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. The Gospel Procession The congregation stands as the hymn is introduced. Hymn 454 Jesus Came, Adored by Angels Lowry Gospel Mark 12:38 44 Deacon The Holy Gospel of Our Lord Jesus Christ according to Mark. Glory to you, Lord Christ. Teaching in the temple, Jesus said, Beware of the scribes, who like to walk around in long robes, and to be greeted with respect in the marketplaces, and to have the best seats in the synagogues and places of honor at banquets! They devour widows houses and for the sake of appearance say long prayers. They will receive the greater condemnation. He sat down opposite the treasury, and watched the crowd putting money into the treasury. Many rich people put in large sums. A poor widow came and put in two small copper coins, which 6

7 are worth a penny. Then he called his disciples and said to them, Truly I tell you, this poor widow has put in more than all those who are contributing to the treasury. For all of them have contributed out of their abundance; but she out of her poverty has put in everything she had, all she had to live on. Deacon The Gospel of the Lord. Praise to you, Lord Christ. Homily The Rector A brief period of silence follows the Homily. 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. Prayers of the : Form III The Leader and 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. 7

8 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 may add their own petitions The Celebrant adds a concluding Collect. Confession of Sin and Absolution Deacon Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor. The congregation kneels, and a short period of silence is kept. Celebrant and Most merciful God, we confess that we have sinned against you in thought, word, and deed, by what we have done, and by what we have left undone. We have not loved you with our whole heart; we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves. We are truly sorry and we humbly repent. For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ, have mercy on us and forgive us; that we may delight in your will, and walk in your ways, to the glory of your Name. Amen. The Celebrant stands and says 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 congregation stands. The Peace Celebrant The peace of the Lord be always with you. And also with you. During the Peace at the 9:00 a.m. service, the children will enter the church. Greeting and Announcements The Rector If you didn t receive our newsletter with our upcoming events, please pick up Bethesda Happenings located in the Narthex, in our tract rack, and on our website. 8

9 The Holy Communion Offertory Members of the congregation will present the offerings and oblations of our life and labor to the Lord. See page 20 for more information. Offertory Anthem 9:00 a.m. service Come, My Way Come, my Way, my Truth, my Life: such a way as gives us breath; such a truth as ends all strife; such a life as killeth death. Come, my Light, my Feast, my Strength: such a light as shows a feast; such a feast as mends in length; such a strength as makes his guest. Come, my Joy, my Love, my Heart: such a joy as none can move; such a love as none can part; such a heart as joys in love. [George Herbert] Malcolm Archer 11:00 a.m. service Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing Mack Wilberg Come, thou Fount of every blessing, tune my heart to sing thy grace, streams of mercy, never ceasing call for songs of loudest praise. Teach me some melodious sonnet, sung by flaming tongues above; praise the mount! I m fixed upon it, mount of thy redeeming love. Here I raise my Ebenezer, hither by thy help I m come; and I hope, by thy good pleasure, safely to arrive at home. Prone to wander Lord, I feel it, prone to leave the God I love; here s my heart, O take and seal it, seal it for thy courts above. Jesus sought me when a stranger wandering from the fold of God; he, to rescue me from danger, interposed his precious blood. Prone to wander, Lord, I feel it, prone to leave the God I love; here s my heart, O take and seal it, seal it for thy courts above. O to grace how great a debtor daily I m constrained to be! Let thy goodness, like a fetter, bind my wandering heart to Thee. Prone to wander, Lord, I feel it, prone to leave the God I love; here s my heart, O take and seal it, seal it for thy courts above. The congregation stands as the gifts are brought forward. Presentation and Doxology Old 100th The Great Thanksgiving, Eucharistic Prayer A 9

10 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 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 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. 10

11 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, Celebrant And now, as our Savior Christ, has taught us, we are bold to say, Celebrant and 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 The Antiphon is sung by the choir, then repeated by all. Arlen Clarke Choir Taste and see that the Lord is good; happy are they who trust in him. All repeat the Antiphon. Celebrant The Gifts of God for the 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 593 Lord, Make Us Servants of Your Peace Dickinson College At the 11:00 a.m. service only Anthem Locus iste (sung in Latin) Anton Bruckner Locus iste a Deo factus est, inaestimabile sacramentum, irreprehensibilis est. This place was made by God, a priceless holy place; it is without fault. 11

12 The congregation stands when the Celebrant returns to the altar. Sending Out of Eucharistic Visitors Celebrant We who are many are one body. For we all share one bread, and one cup. Postcommunion Prayer Celebrant and 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 594 God of Grace and God of Glory Cwm Rhondda The Dismissal Response Thanks be to God. Postlude Tuba Tune C.S. Lang 11:00 a.m. Morning Prayer & Holy Eucharist: Rite II Latecomers may be seated at this time. Prelude Benedictus Max Reger Hymn 410 Praise, My Soul, the King of Heaven Lauda anima Opening Sentences page 77 Confession of Sin and Absolution Deacon Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor. The congregation kneels, and a period of silence is kept. Celebrant and Most merciful God, we confess that we have sinned against you in thought, word, and deed, by what we have done, and by what we have left undone. We have not loved you with our whole heart; we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves. We are truly sorry and we humbly repent. For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ, have mercy on us and forgive us; that we may delight in your will, and walk in your ways, to the glory of your Name. Amen. The Priest alone stands and says 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. 12

13 The congregation stands. Invitatory and Psalter Officiant Lord, open our lips. And our mouth shall proclaim your praise. All Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia. Venite Hymnal S 39 Charles Villiers Stanford Psalm 146 (read antiphonally) 1 Hallelujah! Praise the Lord, O my soul! * I will praise the Lord as long as I live; I will sing praises to my God while I have my being. 2 Put not your trust in rulers, nor in any child of earth, * for there is no help in them. 3 When they breathe their last, they return to earth, * and in that day their thoughts perish. 4 Happy are they who have the God of Jacob for their help!* whose hope is in the Lord their God; 5 Who made heaven and earth, the seas, and all that is in them; * who keeps his promise for ever; 6 Who gives justice to those who are oppressed, * and food to those who hunger. 7 The Lord sets the prisoners free; the Lord opens the eyes of the blind; * the Lord lifts up those who are bowed down; 8 The Lord loves the righteous; the Lord cares for the stranger; * he sustains the orphan and widow, but frustrates the way of the wicked. 9 The Lord shall reign for ever, * your God, O Zion, throughout all generations. Hallelujah! Said by all following the Psalm Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen. The congregation is seated. Lesson 1 Kings 17:8 16 The word of the Lord came to Elijah, saying, Go now to Zarephath, which belongs to Sidon, and live there; for I have commanded a widow there to feed you. So he set out and went to Zarephath. When he came to the gate of the town, a widow was there gathering sticks; he called to her and said, Bring me a little water in a vessel, so that I may drink. As she was going to bring it, he called to her and said, Bring me a morsel of bread in your hand. But she said, As the Lord your God lives, I have nothing baked, only a handful of meal in a jar, and a little oil in a jug; I am now gathering a couple of sticks, so that I may go home and prepare it for myself and my son, that we may eat it, and die. Elijah said to her, Do not be afraid; go and do as you have said; but first make me a little cake of it and bring 13

14 it to me, and afterwards make something for yourself and your son. For thus says the Lord the God of Israel: The jar of meal will not be emptied and the jug of oil will not fail until the day that the Lord sends rain on the earth. She went and did as Elijah said, so that she as well as he and her household ate for many days. The jar of meal was not emptied, neither did the jug of oil fail, according to the word of the Lord that he spoke by Elijah. Reader The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. The congregation stands. Canticle 3 Magnificat in B-flat John Stainer The congregation is seated. Second Lesson Hebrews 9:24 28 Christ did not enter a sanctuary made by human hands, a mere copy of the true one, but he entered into heaven itself, now to appear in the presence of God on our behalf. Nor was it to offer himself again and again, as the high priest enters the Holy Place year after year with blood that is not his own; for then he would have had to suffer again and again since the foundation of the world. But as it is, he has appeared once for all at the end of the age to remove sin by the sacrifice of himself. And just as it is appointed for mortals to die once, and after that the judgment, so Christ, having been offered once to bear the sins of many, will appear a second time, not to deal with sin, but to save those who are eagerly waiting for him. Reader The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. The congregation stands as the Hymn is introduced. Hymn 454 Jesus Came, Adored by Angels Lowry The congregation is seated. Gospel Lesson Mark 12:38 44 Teaching in the temple, Jesus said, Beware of the scribes, who like to walk around in long robes, and to be greeted with respect in the marketplaces, and to have the best seats in the synagogues and places of honor at banquets! They devour widows houses and for the sake of appearance say long prayers. They will receive the greater condemnation. He sat down opposite the treasury, and watched the crowd putting money into the treasury. Many rich people put in large sums. A poor widow came and put in two small copper coins, which are worth a penny. Then he called his disciples and said to them, Truly I tell you, this poor widow has put in more than all those who are contributing to the treasury. For all of them have contributed out of their abundance; but she out of her poverty has put in everything she had, all she had to live on. Reader The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. Homily The Rector A brief period of silence follows the Homily. 14

15 Apostles Creed I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth. I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord. He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary. He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. He descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again. He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen. The Prayers Officiant Officiant The congregation kneels. Suffrages B Officiant Officiant Officiant Officiant Officiant The Lord be with you. And also with you. Let us pray. Save your people, Lord, and bless your inheritance; Govern and uphold them, now and always. Day by day we bless you; We praise your Name for ever. Lord, keep us from all sin today; Have mercy on us, Lord, have mercy. Lord, show us your love and mercy; For we put our trust in you. In you, Lord, is our hope; And we shall never hope in vain. Collects The Collect of the Day O God, whose blessed Son came into the world that he might destroy the works of the devil and make us children of God and heirs of eternal life: Grant that, having this hope, we may purify ourselves as he is pure; that, when he comes again with power and great glory, we may be made like him in his eternal and glorious kingdom; where he lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. A Collect for Sundays O God, you make us glad with the weekly remembrance of the glorious resurrection of your Son our Lord: Give us this day such blessing through our worship of you, that the week to come may be spent in your favor; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. 15

16 A Collect for Grace Lord God, almighty and everlasting Father, you have brought us in safety to this new day: Preserve us with your mighty power, that we may not fall into sin, nor be overcome by adversity; and in all we do, direct us to the fulfilling of your purpose; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. Intercessions The Grace The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with us all evermore. Amen. The 11:00 a.m. service continues with The Peace on page 8. We pray for the repose of the soul of Mary Gray Charles A. Kibort, Jr. Flowers given to the glory of God and in memory of Ruth Hillary O Connor Prayers for healing and wholeness have been asked for...allen, Amber, Angela, Ann, Ayana, Blair, Brittany, Cavanaugh Family, Chris, Claudia, Courtney, David, Deedy, Della, Dick, Edward, Emily, Eric, Evan, Joe, Gary, Glenda, Harry, Ivy, Jennifer, Joan, John, Kenneth, Kibort Family, Kyle, Laura, Lavanicia, Lexie, Leonard, Lois, Lory, Lynn, Mark, Matt, McTammany Family, Norma Jean, Pat, Peggy, Rebecca, Regine, Rob, Robert, Sally, Sean, Stephen, Taryn, Terry, Thomas, Tronzo Family, Ty, Vince, Warren Family, and those serving our country...benjamin, Clara, Erik, Herbert, John, and Michael. 16

17 Advent Wreaths for Sale This November the Flower Guild will once again be creating a limited number of beautiful fresh boxwood Advent wreaths. Each wreath is adorned with an angel made by Bethesda s Sunday School children. You will also receive an Advent Prayers for the Home pamphlet compiled by Greg Knight, Director of Children and Youth Ministries, to accompany the lighting of each week s candle. Wreaths measure 12 inches in diameter and sits on a waterproof base with five candles. The cost is $45 and the wreaths are available by pre-sale only. You must pre-order your wreath by Wednesday, November 18. There will be a sales table in the Cloister on this Sunday. You may pick up the wreath on Sunday, November 29, before and after services. Altar Flowers We invite you to make a contribution in memory of, in honor of, or in thanksgiving of, your loved ones. Your contribution provides for flowers, plants, and altar adornments, necessary for worship services throughout the year. In order for names to be printed in the Sunday service leaflet, they must be received two weeks prior to the desired Sunday. A minimum $100 contribution is suggested per name. Please complete the form below and mail it with your check (payable to Bethesda-by-the- Sea Church) to 141 South County Road, Palm Beach, FL You may also visit bbts.org and click the red Give Online slider and pay online. Please print clearly FULL CHRISTIAN NAME (first and last) Also specify by circling below in memory, in honor, or in thanksgiving of: The Sunday nearest 1. In (memory; honor; thanksgiving) of In (memory; honor; thanksgiving) of... Contributor Information: Given by Address City State Zip Phone Suggested contribution is $100 per name. Additional contributions (Any amount you care to give will be appreciated) 17

18 Introducing the 2015 VESTRY NOMINATING COMMITTEE Susan Keenan, Chairman Bobbie Leek Wendy Victor Paul Coombs Jim Goodner Helene Lorentzen Denny Lanier Members of our church s Vestry will be elected to three year terms at the Annual Meeting on Sunday, January 24, All parishioners who wish to volunteer for service on the Vestry must complete two forms in the packet before noon on Saturday, November 28, The information packets are available beginning November 2 from our parish website, www. bbts.org. Printed copies of the packet are also obtainable from Ayana in the church office, (561) Completed forms may be sent as attachments to nominations@bbts.org, or delivered to the church in a sealed envelope addressed to the Nominating Committee. Thanksgiving Services Thursday, November 26 8:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist at Bethesda-by-the-Sea 10:00 a.m. Community Interfaith Thanksgiving Service at Royal Poinciana Chapel (60 Cocoanut Row, Palm Beach, FL 33480) Our office will be closed on Thursday, November 26, and Friday, November 27. Give Now Online! You may Give Now electronically by one of two ways: 1. Scanning the QR code with your smartphone; or 2. Visiting bbts.org and clicking the red Give Online button. If you wish, Online Offering Cards are available in the pews to be filled out and placed in the offering plate as a token of your gift. The Bible texts of the Old Testament, Epistle, and Gospel lessons are from the New Revised Standard Version Bible, copyright 1989 by the Division of Christian Education of the National Council of the Church of Christ in the USA, and used by permission. The Collects, Psalms and Canticles are from The Book of Common Prayer,

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20 Serving Today (as of Wednesday, November 4) Acolytes 9 a.m. James McKenna* Mallory Fleming* India Lalor (*Crucifer) Jack Beebe 11 a.m. Susan Keenan, Vestry* Yvonne Wagner Ann Drake Altar Guild 8 a.m. Sherrill Whetsell Carolyn Flower 9 a.m. Lisa Bertles Gay Gregory Sally Gibson 11 a.m. Bobbie Leek, Vestry Georgie Skover Peg Ekberg Eucharistic Ministers 8 a.m. CJ van Hoek 9 a.m. Sara Hornor Katherine Jones Daniel Jones 11 a.m. Barbara Callahan, Vestry Jane Carlough-Meline Michael Smyser Lectors Ambassadors 8 a.m. Suzanne Crawford 9 a.m. Bobbie Leek, Vestry Jodie Payne 11 a.m. Paul Coombs, Vestry 8 a.m. Prudence Hostetter 9 a.m. Nancy Ferree Ed Ferree Alfred Browne 11 a.m. Judy Young Frank Mieuwisse Mireille Gerard Ushers 8 a.m. Guy Ashley* Donald Scott, Jr. (*Head Usher) 9 a.m. McFarland Skelly* Greg Barnhart Jeanne Beasley Jim Beasley Reid Moore Tim Skelly Charles Hagy 11 a.m. Charles Frankel III* John Buxton Ed Callahan Nick Kindred David Paulson, Vestry Ellen Paulson Sandra Stern, Vestry Sound/Video System 9 a.m. Ed Ferree 11 a.m. Pitt Maner Bill Metzger Vergers Ben Williams Jodie Payne Eucharistic Visitors Bobbie Leek, Vestry Trish Donnelley Parking: Persons attending Sunday services and/or events today at Bethesda will be allowed to park on Barton Avenue from the ocean to Central Avenue and on South County Road without receiving a ticket until 1:30 p.m. 20