The Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany February 8, 2015 10:00 AM The Holy Eucharist, Rite II Celebrant - The Very Reverend David A. duplantier, Dean Preacher - The Reverend Bridget K. Tierney It is the tradition of the Episcopal Church to maintain silence in the worship area so that people may pray. Please help us preserve an atmosphere of quiet reverence before worship begins, remembering to turn pagers and cell phones off; let the music of the opening voluntary quiet your thoughts as you prepare for worship. The Word of God Opening Voluntary When the bell sounds, please stand and sing. Processional Hymn #1 ~ Father, we praise thee, now the night is over... Christe sanctorum Opening Acclamation Celebrant Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. People And blessed be his kingdom, now and for ever. Amen. Collect for Purity 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. Glory to God Gloria in excelsis
The Collect of the Day Celebrant People Celebrant The Lord be with you. And also with you. Let us pray. Set us free, O God, from the bondage of our sins, and give us the liberty of that abundant life which you have made known to us in your Son our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen. The First Lesson ~ Isaiah 40:21-31 Have you not known? Have you not heard? Has it not been told you from the beginning? Have you not understood from the foundations of the earth? It is he who sits above the circle of the earth, and its inhabitants are like grasshoppers; who stretches out the heavens like a curtain, and spreads them like a tent to live in; who brings princes to naught, and makes the rulers of the earth as nothing. Scarcely are they planted, scarcely sown, scarcely has their stem taken root in the earth, when he blows upon them, and they wither, and the tempest carries them off like stubble. To whom then will you compare me, or who is my equal? says the Holy One. Lift up your eyes on high and see: Who created these? He who brings out their host and numbers them, calling them all by name; because he is great in strength, mighty in power, not one is missing. Why do you say, O Jacob, and speak, O Israel, My way is hidden from the LORD, and my right is disregarded by my God? Have you not known? Have you not heard? The LORD is the everlasting God, the Creator of the ends of the earth. He does not faint or grow weary; his understanding is unsearchable. He gives power to the faint, and strengthens the powerless. Even youths will faint and be weary, and the young will fall exhausted; but those who wait for the LORD shall renew their strength, they shall mount up with wings like eagles, they shall run and not be weary, they shall walk and not faint. Lector The Word of the Lord. People Thanks be to God. Psalm 147:1-12, 21c Laudate Dominum (Please join in singing the refrain.) 1 Hallelujah! 4 He counts the number of the stars * How good it is to sing praises to our God! * and calls them all by their names. how pleasant it is to honor him with praise! 5 Great is our LORD and mighty in power; * 2 The LORD rebuilds Jerusalem; * there is no limit to his wisdom. [Refrain] he gathers the exiles of Israel. 3 He heals the brokenhearted * and binds up their wounds. [Refrain]
6 The LORD lifts up the lowly, * but casts the wicked to the ground. 7 Sing to the LORD with thanksgiving; * make music to our God upon the harp. [Refrain] 8 He covers the heavens with clouds * and prepares rain for the earth; 11 He is not impressed by the might of a horse; * 9 He makes grass to grow upon the mountains * he has no pleasure in the strength of a man; and green plants to serve mankind. 12 But the LORD has pleasure in those who fear him, * 10 He provides food for flocks and herds * in those who await his gracious favor. and for the young ravens when they cry. [Refrain] Hallelujah! [Refrain] The Second Lesson ~ 1 Corinthians 9:16-23 If I proclaim the gospel, this gives me no ground for boasting, for an obligation is laid on me, and woe to me if I do not proclaim the gospel! For if I do this of my own will, I have a reward; but if not of my own will, I am entrusted with a commission. What then is my reward? Just this: that in my proclamation I may make the gospel free of charge, so as not to make full use of my rights in the gospel. For though I am free with respect to all, I have made myself a slave to all, so that I might win more of them. To the Jews I became as a Jew, in order to win Jews. To those under the law I became as one under the law (though I myself am not under the law) so that I might win those under the law. To those outside the law I became as one outside the law (though I am not free from God s law but am under Christ s law) so that I might win those outside the law. To the weak I became weak, so that I might win the weak. I have become all things to all people, that I might by all means save some. I do it all for the sake of the gospel, so that I may share in its blessings. Lector People The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. Please stand and sing Alleluia & Verse V. I will bless the Lord at all times; his praise shall ever be in my mouth. [Alleluia] The Holy Gospel ~ Mark 1:29-39 Deacon The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Mark. People Glory to you, Lord Christ. Jesus left the synagogue at Capernaum, and entered the house of Simon and Andrew, with James and John. Now Simon s mother-in-law was in bed with a fever, and they told him about her at once. He came and took her by the hand and lifted her up. Then the fever left her, and she began to serve them. That evening, at sundown, they brought to him all who were sick or possessed with demons. And the whole city was gathered around the door. And he cured many who were sick with various diseases, and cast out many demons; and he would not permit the demons to speak, because they knew him. In the morning, while it was still very dark, he got up and went out to a deserted place, and there he prayed. And Simon and his companions hunted for him. When they found him, they said to him, Everyone is searching for you. He answered, Let us go on to the neighboring towns, so that I may proclaim the message there also; for that is what I came out to do. And he went throughout Galilee, proclaiming the message in their synagogues and casting out demons. Deacon The Gospel of the Lord. People Praise to you, Lord Christ. All children nine years and younger are invited to participate in our Children s Service of the Word. Children who are guests and parents are always welcome just follow the procession and the adult leader into the Chapel after the Gospel reading. The group returns at the Peace. The Sermon A period of silence. The Nicene Creed Prayer Book, Page 358 Prayers of the People, Form IV Prayer Book, Page 388 The Confessions of Sin and Absolution Prayer Book, Page 360
The Peace Celebrant The peace of the Lord be always with you. People And also with you. The Liturgy of the Table Anthem Exultate, justi, in Domino; rectos decet collaudatio. Confitemini Domino in cithara; in psalterio decem chordarum psallite illi. Cantate ei canticum novum; bene psallite ei in vociferatione. Music: Ludovico Viadana (c1560-1627) Text: Psalm 33:1-3 Rejoice in the Lord, O ye just; praise befits the upright. Give praise to the Lord on the harp; sing to him with the psaltery, the instrument of ten strings. Sing to him a new canticle, sing well unto him with a loud noise. Please stand and sing Offertory Hymn #493 ~ O for a thousand tongues to sing... Azmon The Great Thanksgiving ~ Eucharistic Prayer A Prayer Book, Page 361 Sursum Corda The Proper Preface Sanctus and Benedictus (Standing or Kneeling) The Eucharistic Canon Prayer Book, Page 362 Memorial Acclamation (said by all) Prayer Book, Page 363 Christ has died. Christ is risen.
Christ will come again. The Great Amen The Lord s Prayer Prayer Book, Page 364 The Breaking of the Bread The Fraction Anthem The Invitation to and Distribution of Holy Communion All persons are welcome at the Lord s table; to receive Holy Communion or a Blessing. Baptized Christians of all ages and denomination may receive the elements. To receive a blessing rather than the elements, cross your arms over your chest as you kneel at the altar rail. To receive communion please hold out your crossed hands, open palms up, for the bread, and then help guide the chalice to your lips to receive the wine; cross your arms over your chest if you do not wish to receive the wine. Please blot lipstick before drinking from the chalice. You may also allow the chalice minister to dip the bread into the wine and place it on your tongue and it is permissible to receive only the bread if you like. To receive an individual prayer of healing with anointing (Unction), go to the chapel after you receive Communion. Kneel as you are able at the altar rail in the chapel leaving some space between you and the next person for privacy. Return to the cathedral after the priest has prayed with you. During Communion O Saviour of the World, who by thy cross and precious blood hast redeemed us. Save us and help us, we humbly beseech Thee, O Lord. Amen Music: John Goss (1800-1880) Text: Collect for the visitation of the sick Please join in singing Hymn Post-Communion Prayer Prayer Book, Page 365/366 The Blessing Welcome and Announcements Hymn #411 ~ O bless the Lord, my soul...st. Thomas (Williams)
The Dismissal People Thanks be to God. Closing Voluntary The altar flowers are given to the glory of God in loving memory of Harriet Williams. Please join us Stuart Hall for refreshments and conversation. Copyrights Psalm & Alleluia - From Gradual Psalms for the RCL, ed. Bruce E. Ford, Church Publishing Incorporated. Gloria in excelsis - Setting by Ronald Arnatt (b. 1930) reprinted under Onelicense.net #712212. Sanctus and The Disciples Knew - Setting by Jack Warren Burnam (b. 1946) reprinted under Onelicense.net #712212. Hymn: Heal me, hands of Jesus; Words: Michael Perry; 1982, 1989 Hope Publishing Co., Carol Stream, IL 60188. All rights reserved. Reprinted under OneLicense.net #712212. Music: Sharpe, Carl Haywood (b. 1949), from Tunes for Grace; 1997 Carl Haywood. Announcements The Bible Challenge continues: Come join the discussion of your continuing reading of Scripture; 11:30 this morning in the Westfeld room. Facilitator, Dick Moreland. Mardi gras Parade Sunday - next week the Sung Eucharist normally celebrated at 10:00 AM begins an hour early (9:00) to accommodate our parish family. Come to church and leave before parades commence. Please note that parking may not be available on Saint Charles Avenue. We will not have Coffee Hour so you can make a quick escape! Please do join us! The Cathedral Parish Annual Meeting occurs after the 10:00 Eucharist on Sunday, March 8. All active members are encouraged to attend this important event. If you are a chair of a committee, please write a brief annual report and submit it to Canon Follette, jarrettfollette@cccnola.org, by Friday February 27. Save the dates: Ash Wednesday Services - 7:30 AM (Spoken), 12:15 PM (Sung), 6:00 PM (Sung). Choral Evensong - Sunday, March 1. The Reverend David Lowry preaches. Hermes Parade Supper - Doors open at 5:30 and close at 9:00. $10.00 buys you a great spaghetti supper with drinks available at additional cost. You won t want to miss this great annual event! Our sincere thanks go to Dan and Barbara LeGardeur for coordinating this important ministry! On Ash Wednesday, February 17, in addition to our Solemn liturgies at 7:30am 12:15pm and 6pm, we will again have clergy and lay persons stationed at locations around the City offering Ashes to Go for persons who are not able to attend a Church service on that most Holy of days. The specific times and locations, once finalized, will be available at the Cathedral website and via the weekly Sunday bulletin and email blasts. Centering Prayer on Saturdays 9:30-11:00 at Advent House facilitated by Deacon Maggie Dawson. For information, contact Deacon Dawson at 504-837-0877, mgdrake@juno.com or Dick Moreland at 301-537-1065, dickmoreland@aol.com. The Gardening Group meets every third Saturday of the month from 8am to 10am in an attempt to beautify and maintain the gardens. The next gathering is scheduled for February 21. Everyone is invited. Your help is appreciated. Donors needed for Altar Flowers in Cathedral and Chapel - Please sign up today or for more information, contact Sue Blankingship - phone 885-0773 or wyattpump1@aol.com. Please consider hosting Coffee Hour after a 10:00 AM Sunday Eucharist. This is a vital part of our ministry. The sign-up sheet is in Stuart Hall. If you or a family member is hospitalized or shut-in, please contact the parish secretary during office hours or call one of us directly on our mobile phones at any time and leave a voice message if necessary. If the situation is not urgent you may also contact use via email (copying the parish secretary as well.) Please DO NOT use text messages, Facebook or any other instant message platform to communicate sensitive or urgent information, as their reliability is inconsistent.
FEBRUARY 8, 2015 FIFTH SUNDAY AFTER THE EPIPHANY THE FEAST OF ABSALOM JONES / BLACK HISTORY MONTH African American ordained priest. Jones co-founded the Free African Society in 1787, a nondenominational mutual-aid society designed to assist freed slaves. By 1791, the Society had evolved into the African Church, which was received into the Episcopal black Episcopal parish in the United States and remains an active parish today. In 1976, then-president Gerald Ford designated February as Black History Month, encouraging Americans to seize the opportunity to honor the too-often neglected accomplishments of black Americans in every area of endeavor throughout our history. In celebration of the long history of inspiring contributions by the Episcopal Church s black clergy and congregations, The Archives of the Episcopal Church offers a detailed timeline of these milestones as part of its online exhibit The Church Awakens: African Americans and the Struggle for Justice. Highlights from the timeline include: Colonial (Anglican) Church. 1702-1780: The Society of the Propagation of the Gospel (SPG) began work among African Americans throughout the American colonies. black parish accepted into the Episcopal Church, in the Diocese of Pennsylvania. Episcopal Church. Church. to be elected suffragan bishop of the Diocese of Massachusetts, American diocesan bishop in 1970. 1968: The Union of Black Clergy and Laity (UBCL) formed an ad hoc committee to oppose racism within the Episcopal Church, which, in 1971, became the Union of Black Episcopalians. ed to be vice president of the House of Deputies. and the third layperson ever elected president of the House of Deputies. Portrait of Absalom Jones by Raphaelle Peale, 1810 This information is taken with permission from The Church Awakens, an online exhibit of The Archives of the Episcopal Church, http://www.episcopalarchives.org/afro-anglican_history/exhibit. Copyright 2015 The Domestic and Foreign Missionary Society www.sermonsthatwork.com
Episcopal Diocese of Louisiana The Right Reverend Morris K. Thompson, Jr., Bishop Christ Church Cathedral The Very Reverend David A. duplantier, Dean The Reverend Canon Steven M. Roberts The Reverend David B. Lowry, Theologian in Residence The Reverend W. Gedge Gayle, Jr., Priest Associate The Reverend Travers C. Koerner, Priest Associate The Venerable Priscilla G. Maumus, Deacon The Reverend Bridget K. Tierney, Director of Advent House Mr. Jarrett R. Follette, Canon Precentor Ms. Lisa Wilkie, Parish Administrator Ms. Carol Butcher, Executive Assistant to the Dean Ms. Suzette Follette, Parish Secretary & Wedding Coordinator Vestry 2015 Jim Buck, Dick Moreland Lisa Sibal, Bill Soileau 2016 Chris Beary (Treasurer), Sam Buckley (Secretary) Julio Figueroa (Senior Warden) 2017 Mikey Corcoran, Sandy Jackson (Junior Warden) Karen Whitfield 2018 Kendall Genre, Jesse George Lawrence Marrione, Rick Mithun The Week of February 8, 2015 Sunday 7:30 AM The Holy Eucharist (Chapel) (1928 BCP) 10:00 AM The Holy Eucharist, Rite II (Sung) 11:15 AM Coffee Hour 11:30 AM Christian Formation 5:00 PM Yoga (Chapel) 6:00 PM Real Presence Monday 12:15 PM The Holy Eucharist 1:00 PM Book Club (Advent House) 5:00 PM Bodytime Bootcamp 6:00 PM Vestry Meeting Tuesday 9:30 AM Staff Meeting 12:15 PM The Holy Eucharist (Chapel) 5:00 PM Bodytime Bootcamp 6:30 PM Seekers Book Study Wednesday 10:30 AM Seeking God in a Frantic Culture (Advent House) 12:15 PM The Holy Eucharist (Chapel) 1:00 PM Education for Ministry (EfM) (Westfeldt Room) Thursday 12:00 PM Alcoholics Anonymous (Women Only) 12:15 PM The Holy Eucharist (Chapel) Friday 11:00 AM Dean s Bible Study 12:15 PM The Holy Eucharist (Chapel) 5:30 PM Hermes Parade Party Saturday 9:00 AM Office open until noon. 9:30 AM The Holy Eucharist (Chapel) Sunday Morning 10 AM Eucharist Live Broadcast on WGSO 990 AM Radio. Online streaming and downloadable podcast at www.wgso.com Broadcasts underwritten in part by St. Martin s Episcopal School. Sunday 7:30 AM The Holy Eucharist (1928 Prayer Book) 9:00 AM The Holy Eucharist, Rite II (Sung) CHRIST CHURCH CATHEDRAL 2919 Saint Charles Avenue New Orleans Louisiana 70115 504.895.6602 cccnola.org Please remember Christ Church Cathedral in your will.