THE TWENTY-SIXTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST NOVEMBER 18, 2018 11:00 AM CHORAL EUCHARIST, RITE II Service Music from Missa Montis Regalis, Malcolm Archer (b. 1952) Voluntary Prelude on Somerset Hills Gerre Hancock (1934-2012) Welcome and Announcements Christ Church Christiana Hundred WELCOME! Wherever you are on your spiritual journey, we are glad you are with us today to join in the worship of God and to share in Christ s presence given to us in the sacrament of bread and wine. You are welcome here. THE WORD OF GOD Please stand, as able, and sing The Entrance Hymn 598 Lord Christ, When First Thou Cam st to Earth (blue) Hymnal 1982 Celebrant People Celebrant Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. And blessed be God s kingdom, now and for ever. Amen. 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. Remain standing as the Choir offers the ancient hymn of Praise. Gloria in excelsis 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. Collect of the Day Celebrant The 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.
Please be seated for Reading The Story a selection from I Samuel 12 (NIV) Samuel said to all Israel, I have listened to everything you said to me and have set a king over you. Now you have a king as your leader...but when you saw that Nahash king of the Ammonites was moving against you, you said to me, No, we want a king to rule over us even though the Lord your God was your king. Now here is the king you have chosen, the one you asked for; see, the Lord has set a king over you. If you fear the Lord and serve and obey him and do not rebel against his commands, and if both you and the king who reigns over you follow the Lord your God good! But if you do not obey the Lord, and if you rebel against his commands, his hand will be against you, as it was against your ancestors. Now then, stand still and see this great thing the Lord is about to do before your eyes! Is it not wheat harvest now? I will call on the Lord to send thunder and rain. And you will realize what an evil thing you did in the eyes of the Lord when you asked for a king. Then Samuel called on the Lord, and that same day the Lord sent thunder and rain. So all the people stood in awe of the Lord and of Samuel. At the conclusion the People respond, Thanks be to God. The Choir sings Psalm 16 Conserva me, Domine Chant: W. Felton (1715-1769) Preserve me, O God; for in thee have I put my trust. O my soul, thou hast said unto the Lord, thou art my God; I have no god like unto thee. All my delight is upon the saints that are in the earth, and upon such as excel in virtue. But they that run after another god shall have great trouble. Their drink-offerings of blood will I not offer, neither make mention of their names within my lips. The Lord himself is the portion of mine inheritance and of my cup; thou shalt maintain my lot. The lot is fallen unto me in a fair ground; yea, I have a goodly heritage. I will thank the Lord for giving me warning; my reins also chasten me in the night season. I have set the Lord alway before me; for he is on my right hand therefore I shall not fall. Wherefore my heart is glad and my glory rejoiceth: my flesh also shall rest in hope. For why? thou shalt not leave my soul in hell; neither shalt thou suffer thy Holy One to see corruption. Thou shalt show me the path of life: in thy presence is the fullness of joy, and at thy right hand there is pleasure for ever more. Glory be to the Father and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost. As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be; world without end. Amen. The Epistle Reading Hebrews 10:11-14, 19-25 Every priest stands day after day at his service, offering again and again the same sacrifices that can never take away sins. But when Christ had offered for all time a single sacrifice for sins, he sat down at the right hand of God, and since then has been waiting until his enemies would be made a footstool for his feet. For by a single offering he has perfected for all time those who are sanctified. Therefore, my friends, since we have confidence to enter the sanctuary by the blood of Jesus, by the new and living way that he opened for us through the curtain (that is, through his flesh), and since we have a great priest over the house of God, let us approach with a true heart in full assurance of faith, with our hearts sprinkled clean from an evil conscience and our bodies washed with pure water. Let us hold fast to the confession of our hope without wavering, for he who has promised is faithful. And let us consider how to provoke one another to love and good deeds,
not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day approaching. At the conclusion the People respond, Thanks be to God. Please stand and sing The Gradual Hymn 628 Help Us, O Lord, to Learn Hymnal 1982 The Gospel is carried into the congregation so that we remember it is our Good News to hear and to share. The Gospel Reading Mark 13:1-8 Priest The 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! Then 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? Then 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. Priest The Gospel of the Lord. People Praise to you, Lord Christ. Once the Book of Gospels has returned to its place of honor, the People may be seated at the invitation of the preacher. The Sermon The Incredibles: Standing Tall, Falling Hard Ruth Beresford Please stand for The Nicene Creed Celebrant People Let us declare our faith in God: 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. A member of the parish leads the prayers from our midst. The Prayers of the People United in the company of all the faithful, and looking for the coming of the kingdom, let us offer our prayers to God, the source of all life and holiness. Merciful Lord, strengthen all Christian people by your Holy Spirit. Bless Kevin, our bishop, and all ministers of your Church, that we may be led from division to unity and from negligence to caring service, as one household of faith. Lord, in your mercy Give to the world and its people the peace that comes from above, that violence may no more be our way of life. We pray for our president, Donald, and for our country, that we may be a people of justice and mercy. We ask your blessing for our outreach partner, N., and for all agencies that serve our community. Lord, in your mercy Hold in your embrace all who are sick, all who are suffering or in any need, especially N. Bless those who will be born, and those who will die. Lord, in your mercy Remember in your mercy, all who have gone before us, especially N., that raised from death to life in Christ, their sorrow may be turned to eternal joy. Lord, in your mercy Hasten the day when many will come from east and west, from north and south, and sit at the table in your kingdom. We give you thanks for the whole company of your saints in glory; by your grace may we, like them, be made perfect in your love. Lord, in your mercy The Celebrant adds a closing prayer. People Amen. Please kneel, as able, for The Confession of Sin Celebrant Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor. People 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. Celebrant Almighty God have mercy on you, forgive you all your sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen you in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep you in eternal life. Amen.
The Peace Priest The peace of the Lord be always with you. People And also with you. THE HOLY COMMUNION Being seated, we begin with a time of offering, giving money as a sign that our life serves God s purposes and showing our gratitude for God s many blessings. For those who give online or will text a contribution to (302) 244-5368, a card is available in the narthex to participate in the act of offering. Newcomers and guests may place the welcome card in the offering plate. Anthem Robert Lehman (b. 1960) Come ye sinners, poor and needy, weak and wounded, sick and sore; Jesus ready stands to save you, full of pity, love and power. Refrain Come, ye thirsty, come, and welcome God s free bounty glorify; true belief and true repentance, every grace that brings you nigh. Refrain Come, ye weary, heavy laden, lost and ruined by the fall; if you tarry till you re better, you will never come at all. Refrain Let not conscience make you linger, not of fitness fondly dream; all the fitness he requireth is to feel your need of him. Refrain Refrain: I will arise and go to Jesus, he will embrace me in his arms; in the arms of my dear Savior, O there are ten thousand charms. Please stand and sing The Presentation Hymn 380, v. 3 Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow Hymnal 1982 The Great Thanksgiving (red) Book of Common Prayer 361 God The Celebrant continues the prayer, inviting our praise in the ancient song of the Sanctus, sung by the Choir. 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: Holy, holy, holy, Lord God of Hosts: Heaven and earth are full of thy glory. Glory be to thee, O Lord Most High. Blessed is he that cometh in the name of the Lord. Hosanna in the highest. The Celebrant continues the prayer, inviting our acclamation of Christ s sacrificial death and triumphant resurrection, saying Therefore we proclaim the mystery of faith: Celebrant and People Christ has died. Christ is risen. Christ will come again.
The Celebrant continues the prayer, concluding 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, now and for ever. The Celebrant invites the People to say the prayer Jesus taught his first disciples. The Lord s Prayer Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen. The Breaking of the Bread The Choir sings the anthem at the breaking of the bread, which is Christ s Body, broken for us. Please be seated after the sacrament is presented. 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. All are welcome to receive the sacrament of Christ, kneeling or standing, either consuming the bread and drinking from the cup or dipping (intincting) the bread carefully into the cup. Gluten-free host are available; let the clergy know your need when they approach you at the rail. If you are unable to come forward, ask an usher to let the clergy know. Communion Anthem arr. Kevin Allen (b. 1958) Steal away, O steal away, steal away to Jesus, steal away, steal away home, I ain t got long to stay here. My Lord calls me, he calls me by the thunder; the trumpet sounds within-a-my soul; I ain t got long to stay here. Green trees are bending, poor sinners stand a trembling; the trumpet sounds within my soul; I ain t got long to stay here. My Lord calls me, he calls me by the lightning, the trumpet sounds within my soul; I ain t got long to stay here. Please stand for The Post-Communion Prayer Celebrant Let us pray. 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 The Celebrant blesses the People. People Amen. All sing Hymn in Procession 665 All My Hope on God is Founded Hymnal 1982
Dismissal Priest Go in peace to love and serve the Lord. People Thanks be to God. Voluntary Jubilate William Mathias (1934-1992) We are sent forth to be Christ s blessing in the world. Our prayer is that today s worship has encouraged you in love, strengthened you for service, and filled you with a sense of joy. We look forward to your presence again in worship, in service to others, in learning and fellowship. Please take our community announcements with you to learn of upcoming opportunities.
PEOPLE SERVING TODAY Acolytes: 8 AM Henry Barton. 9 AM Galen Kelly, Martha Holler, Spencer Kelly, Lydia Stipa, Katrina Winfield; Ted Waugh, Advisor. 11 AM Blaine Boyden, Elliot Reese, Penn Faulkner, Wil Faulkner, Mikel Zahralddin; Randall Attix, Advisor. Altar Guild: Mary Henderer, Linda Boyden, Becky Dickinson, Joan Gee, Katherine Hoopes, Leslie Kelly, Sue Rickards. Coffee & Community: Cathi Hodgins and Fred Moran. Eucharistic Ministers: 8 AM Margaretta Frederick, John Morton. 9 AM Les Carter, Eric Romano, Jane Schindewolf Romano, Lisa Simon. 11 AM Roi Barnard, Forrest Pragoff. Greeters: 11 AM Barbara Selby, Barbara Tucker. Lector: 11 AM Emily Knox. Ushers: 9 AM Andy, Heather, Teddy, and McKinley Jefferson, Tom and Lynne Swartz. 11 AM Bob Welsh, Dale Hunt, Cathy Welsh, Harold Woodward. MEMORIAL FLOWERS The flowers in the Sanctuary are given to the Glory of God in loving memory of Alletta and Robert N. Downs III Molly and Ellason Downs The flowers in the Chapel are given to the Glory of God in loving memory of David Rubini At Christ Church, we come together to grow in our love for God, to love and serve our neighbors, and to make disciples of Jesus Christ. PARISH CLERGY The Rev. Ruth Beresford, Rector The Rev. Stephen Setzer, Associate Rector The Rev. Ann Urinoski, Priest Associate The Very Rev. William Lane, Pastoral Associate LAY MINISTRY STAFF Bruce Barber, Director of Music Lynne Jensen, Minister for Children and Youth; Alex Cook, Youth Ministry Intern Jo Harney, Head of School (CCEP); Missy Belgré, Worship Leader David Hearn, Assistant Organist/Choirmaster; Nadine DiLorenzo, Director of Children s Choirs ADMINISTRATIVE & FACILITIES STAFF Sherry Lawton-Fasic, Parish Administrator Michael Sayer, Facilities Manager Kate Schlegel, Administrative Associate for Communications Jane Rubini, Administrative Associate; Denise Gilliam, Assistant to Head of School David Hald, Andy Marine, Charles Parfitt-Simpson, Sextons VESTRY & OFFICERS Steve Boyden, Senior Warden; Hardy Drane, 19, Junior Warden; Dana Robertson, Clerk Mark Parsells, Treasurer; Richard Laird, Assistant Treasurer; Jackson Parsells, Youth Representative Allison Ayers, 21; Clay Brown, 21; Hal Erskine, 20; Chris Grundner, 20 Jamie Jones, 21; Scott Poole, 20; Albert Schyman, 21; Greer Silliman, 19 Lynne Swartz, 20; Sandy Van Wormer, 19; Annie Woolard-Provine, 19 Christ Church Christiana Hundred P. O. Box 3510, 505 E. Buck Road Wilmington, Delaware 19807-0510 Phone: (302) 655-3379 Website: www.christchurchde.org Office Hours: Monday Friday, 8:30 AM 4:30 PM