Third Sunday after the Epiphany January 21 st, 2018 The Holy Eucharist Rite II Contact Us saintalbans.episcopal@gmail.com www.saintalbansarlington.org 817-264-3083 Third Sunday: 17 on the 17 th. [Collection for 4Saints Food Pantry]
All stand, as able Processional O For A Thousand Tongues 1982 Hymnal 493 The Word of God Opening Acclamation BCP 355 The people standing, as able, the celebrant says Celebrant People The Celebrant may say 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. 2
Gloria 1982 Hymnal S280 3
The Collect of the Day The Lord be with you. People And also with you. Celebrant Let us pray. Give us grace, O Lord, to answer readily the call of our Savior Jesus Christ and proclaim to all people the Good News of his salvation, that we and the whole world may perceive the glory of his marvelous works; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. Congregation may be seated The First Reading Jonah 3:1-5, 10 A reading from Jonah. The word of the LORD came to Jonah a second time, saying, Get up, go to Nineveh, that great city, and proclaim to it the message that I tell you. So Jonah set out and went to Nineveh, according to the word of the LORD. Now Nineveh was an exceedingly large city, a three days' walk across. Jonah began to go into the city, going a day's walk. And he cried out, Forty days more, and Nineveh shall be overthrown! And the people of Nineveh believed God; they proclaimed a fast, and everyone, great and small, put on sackcloth. When God saw what they did, how they turned from their evil ways, God changed his mind about the calamity that he had said he would bring upon them; and he did not do it. The Word of the Lord Thanks be to God Psalm 62:6-14 BCP 669 6 For God alone my soul in silence waits; * truly, my hope is in him. 7 He alone is my rock and my salvation, * my stronghold, so that I shall not be shaken. 8 In God is my safety and my honor; * God is my strong rock and my refuge. 9 Put your trust in him always, O people, * pour out your hearts before him, for God is our refuge. 10 Those of high degree are but a fleeting breath, * even those of low estate cannot be trusted. 11 On the scales they are lighter than a breath, * all of them together. 12 Put no trust in extortion; in robbery take no empty pride; * though wealth increase, set not your heart upon it. 13 God has spoken once, twice have I heard it, * that power belongs to God. 14 Steadfast love is yours, O Lord, * for you repay everyone according to his deeds. 4
The Second Reading 1 Corinthians 7:29-31 A reading from Paul s first letter to the church in Corinth I mean, brothers and sisters, the appointed time has grown short; from now on, let even those who have wives be as though they had none, and those who mourn as though they were not mourning, and those who rejoice as though they were not rejoicing, and those who buy as though they had no possessions, and those who deal with the world as though they had no dealings with it. For the present form of this world is passing away. The Word of the Lord Thanks be to God Congregation stands, as able Sequence Hymn O Master Let Me Walk With Thee 1982 Hymnal 660 5
Gospel Mark 1:14-20 The Holy Gospel of our Lord Christ Jesus according to Mark. People Glory to you, Lord Christ After John was arrested, Jesus came to Galilee, proclaiming the good news of God, and saying, The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God has come near; repent, and believe in the good news. As Jesus passed along the Sea of Galilee, he saw Simon and his brother Andrew casting a net into the sea for they were fishermen. And Jesus said to them, Follow me and I will make you fish for people. And immediately they left their nets and followed him. As he went a little farther, he saw James son of Zebedee and his brother John, who were in their boat mending the nets. Immediately he called them; and they left their father Zebedee in the boat with the hired men, and followed him. The Gospel of the Lord. People Praise to you, Lord Christ Congregation may be seated The Sermon The Rev. Kevin Johnson Congregation stands, as able Nicene Creed BCP 358 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. 6
Prayers of the People Form 1 (from the New Zealand Book of Common Prayer) The Leader and People pray responsively. Heavenly Father, you have promised to hear when we pray in the name of your Son. Therefore in confidence and trust we pray for the Church: Father, enliven the Church for its mission that we may be salt of the earth and light to the world. Breathe fresh life into your people. Give us power to reveal Christ in word and action. We pray for the world: Creator of all, lead us and every people into ways of justice and peace. That we may respect one another in freedom and truth. Awaken in us a sense of wonder for the earth and all that is in it. Teach us to care creatively for its resources. We pray for the community: God of truth, inspire with your wisdom those whose decisions affect the lives of others that all may act with integrity and courage. Give grace to all whose lives are linked with ours. May we serve Christ in one another, and love as he loves us. We pray for those in need: God of hope, comfort and restore all who suffer in body, mind or spirit. May they know the power of your healing love. Make us willing agents of your compassion. Strengthen us as we share in making people whole. We remember those who have died and those who mourn: We remember with thanksgiving those who have died in the faith of Christ, and those whose faith is known to you alone. Father, into your hands we commend them. Give comfort to those who mourn. Bring them peace in their time of loss. We praise you for Blessed Alban, Blessed Mary and all your saints who have entered your eternal glory. May their example inspire and encourage us. Your word is a lamp for our feet. In darkness and in light, in trouble and in joy, help us, heavenly Father, to trust your love, to serve your purpose, and to praise your name, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. 7
The Deacon or Celebrant says Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor. Silence may be kept. Minister and 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. The Bishop, when present, or the Priest, 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 everlasting life. Amen. The Peace The peace of the Lord be always with you. People And also with you. The congregation exchanges the peace with one another Congregation may be seated Birthday and Anniversary Blessings For a Birthday 51 BCP 830 Watch over your child, O Lord, as his days increase; bless and guide him wherever he may be. Strengthen him when he stands; comfort him when discouraged or sorrowful; raise him up if he falls; and in his heart may your peace which passes understanding abide all the days of his life; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. For an Anniversary BCP 431 O God, you have so consecrated the covenant of marriage that in it is represented the spiritual unity between Christ and his Church: Send therefore your blessing upon these your servants, that they may so love, honor, and cherish each other in faithfulness and patience, in wisdom and true godliness, that their home may be a haven of blessing and peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen. 8
Offertory You Have Come Down WLP 758 9
Congregation stands, as able Doxology Seek Ye First Seek ye first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, And all these things shall be added unto you. Allelu, Alleluia. The Holy Communion Eucharistic Prayer D BCP 367 The people remain standing. The Celebrant, whether bishop or priest, faces them and sings or says People Celebrant People Celebrant People The Lord be with you. And also with you. Lift up your hearts. We lift them to the Lord. Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. It is right to give him thanks and praise. Then, facing the Holy Table, the Celebrant proceeds It is truly right to glorify you, Father, and to give you thanks; for you alone are God, living and true, dwelling in light inaccessible from before time and for ever. Fountain of life and source of all goodness, you made all things and fill them with your blessing; you created them to rejoice in the splendor of your radiance. Countless throngs of angels stand before you to serve you night and day; and, beholding the glory of your presence, they offer you unceasing praise. Joining with them, and giving voice to every creature under heaven, we acclaim you, and glorify your Name, as we sing, Celebrant and People Sanctus Hymnal S 129 10
Then the Celebrant continues We acclaim you, holy Lord, glorious in power. Your mighty works reveal your wisdom and love. You formed us in your own image, giving the whole world into our care, so that, in obedience to you, our Creator, we might rule and serve all your creatures. When our disobedience took us far from you, you did not abandon us to the power of death. In your mercy you came to our help, so that in seeking you we might find you. Again and again you called us into covenant with you, and through the prophets you taught us to hope for salvation. Father, you loved the world so much that in the fullness of time you sent your only Son to be our Savior. Incarnate by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, he lived as one of us, yet without sin. To the poor he proclaimed the good news of salvation; to prisoners, freedom; to the sorrowful, joy. To fulfill your purpose he gave himself up to death; and, rising from the grave, destroyed death, and made the whole creation new. And, that we might live no longer for ourselves, but for him who died and rose for us, he sent the Holy Spirit, his own first gift for those who believe, to complete his work in the world, and to bring to fulfillment the sanctification of all. 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. When the hour had come for him to be glorified by you, his heavenly Father, having loved his own who were in the world, he loved them to the end; at supper with them he 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." Father, we now celebrate this memorial of our redemption. Recalling Christ's death and his descent among the dead, proclaiming his resurrection and ascension to your right hand, awaiting his coming in glory; and offering to you, from the gifts you have given us, this bread and this cup, we praise you and we bless you. Celebrant and People We praise you, we bless you, we give thanks to you, and we pray to you, Lord our God. The Celebrant continues Lord, we pray that in your goodness and mercy your Holy Spirit may descend upon us, and upon these gifts, sanctifying them and showing them to be holy gifts for your holy people, the bread of life and the cup of salvation, the Body and Blood of your Son Jesus Christ. Grant that all who share this bread and cup may become one body and one spirit, a living sacrifice in Christ, to the praise of your Name. Remember, Lord, your one holy catholic and apostolic Church, redeemed by the blood of your Christ. Reveal its unity, guard its faith, and preserve it in peace. 11
And grant that we may find our inheritance with [the Blessed Virgin Mary, with patriarchs, prophets, apostles, and martyrs, (with ) and] all the saints who have found favor with you in ages past. We praise you in union with them and give you glory through your Son Jesus Christ our Lord. Through Christ, and with Christ, and in Christ, all honor and glory are yours, Almighty God and Father, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, for ever and for ever. AMEN. And now, as our Savior Christ has taught us, we are bold to say, All are invited to hold hands for the saying (or singing) of the Lord s Prayer The Lord s Prayer 1982 Hymnal S119 The Breaking of the Bread The Celebrant breaks the consecrated Bread. A period of silence is kept. Then may be sung or said 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 Alleluia 1982 Hymnal S154 12
We want you to know that the Table is not an Episcopal Table or a St. Alban s Table, but that Jesus Christ is the host. You are welcome to receive Communion or be blessed at this Table. Come forward at the direction of the ushers. Receive the bread in the palm of your hand. Proceed to the next available chalice bearer and drink from the cup. If you prefer, you may slightly dip the bread in the cup and consume the elements in that manner. Gluten free wafers are available; please indicate this when the bread is served. If you prefer to receive a blessing instead of Communion, cross your arms over your chest and the Priest will bless you. If you are unable to come to the Communion station, indicate this to the usher and we will be honored to bring Communion to you. Facing the people, the Celebrant says the following Invitation The Gifts of God for the People of God. and may add Take them in remembrance that Christ died for you, and feed on him in your hearts by faith, with thanksgiving. Congregation may be seated 13
Communion Hymn #1 I Can Hear My Savior Calling LEVAS II 144 14
Communion Hymn #2 They Cast Their Nets 1982 Hymnal 661 Communion Hymn #3 Peace Like A River LEVAS II 201 15
The Postcommunion Prayer BCP 365 Let us pray. 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 Closing Hymn I Have Decided To Follow Jesus LEVAS II 136 16
DISMISSAL The altar flowers are given to the Glory of God Music reprinted under OneLicense #A-723401 and CCLI License #11355446 17
UPCOMING EVENTS Next week Sunday, January 28 th ST. ALBAN S GENERAL MEETING The annual meeting will follow the 9:30 am Holy Eucharist 18
Prayer List for Week of January 21 st, 2018 We pray for healing for: Mickey Tryon, Bud and Bobbye Phifer, Marjorie, Kimberly Kingsbury, Sherry Gatlin, Mthr. Judy Upham, Joann Whitcomb, Charlie Reilly, Marion Miller, Vernon Green, Kendall Walker, Marie, Sharon, Ruben, Sandi Wren, Martha and Harold Fischer, Kit and Reuel Jentgen, Becca, Jenn, Mary, Jody, Mark, Jeffrey Moore, Sheila Reynolds, Bonnie, Pam, Lucy, Shirley Romilly, Sarah and James, Jane, Rosalie, Nick, Joan, Lisa, Pat, Mickie Hunter, Fred Morgan, Mike, Eric, Lisa Wilson, Gloria Belisch, Juliet Miller. We pray for comfort for: Ray, Linda, Grace, Jody, and Pam, Sandy and their families For safe travel for: Brad We Pray Also For: First Responders: Police Officers, Firefighters, Emergency Medical Personnel, and their families Our military Personnel & their families including: the Darkhorse 3 rd Battalion 5 th Marines Those seeking Holy Orders: Nick Busken, Corrie Cabes, Maddie Hill, and Shelby Nowland We Celebrate: Birthdays: Joseph Hunt (Jan 25 th ) Anniversaries We Remember: Weekly Collections First Sunday: Global Needs (ERD and UTO) Second Sunday: Paper collection [Paper Towels and Toilet Paper for Arlington Life Shelter; Copy paper for Office (20 lb. 92 Brightness)] Third Sunday: 17 on the 17 th. Collection for 4Saints Food Pantry Fourth Sunday: Discretionary Fund (For Clergy use for those in financial need) Fifth Sunday: St. Cecilia s Music Fund (for music program use) The Week of January 21, 2017 Sunday: Third Sunday after the Epiphany Holy Eucharist: 9:30 am Adult Formation 10:45 am Catechesis of the Good Shepherd 10:45 am Monday: Tuesday: Racial Justice class, Trinity Episcopal church, Fort Worth 6:30 pm** Wednesday: Choir Practice 7:30 pm Thursday: Bible Study 1:00 pm. Classroom 1* Friday: Saturday: Men s Breakfast 8:30 am**** Sunday: Fourth Sunday after the Epiphany Holy Eucharist 9:30 am Catechesis of the Good Shepherd 10:45 am Annual Meeting 10:45 am * Bible Study 1:00 pm. Classroom 1 Group Contact: Kathi Davis 817-265-1036 **Bible Study 7:00 pm in Classroom 3 (upstairs in Education Building) Group Contact: Katy Rudolphy 817-823-7836 ***Ladies Lunch Bunch Contact: Kandee Morgan 817-265-2525 (First Friday of month) **** Men s Group Contact: Fred Morgan 682-238-3486 (Fourth Saturday of month) 19
MINISTERS All Members of the Congregation PEOPLE YOU MAY ENCOUNTER TODAY The Rev. Kevin Johnson, Priest-in-Charge John E. Dosher, Music Director Corinne Starr, Director of Children s Formation Walt Cabe, Director of Adult Formation VESTRY & OFFICERS Pam Hardaway Sr. Warden Fred Morgan Jr. Warden, Patricia Newlin, Elizabeth McPherson-Darrow, Sandy Flory, Darryl Green, George Post, Karen Henry, Jeri Jarzabski Walt Cabe Treasurer, Priscilla Promise Clerk Server Schedule DUTY DATE DATE 1/21/2018 1/28/2018 VERGER K. Rudolphy G. Bender USHER A. Frazor B. Marshall " E. McP-Darrow P. Pate 1st READING E. Hunt L. Emmons PSALM E. Hunt L. Emmons 2nd READING S. Burrows K. VanWright ACOLYTE B. Davies K. Rudolphy CRUCIFER B. Davies K. Rudolphy CHALICE S. Johnson D. Burrows CHALICE D. Burrows S. Johnson TELLER B. Everett K. Davis GREETER Ushers Ushers HEALING greeter K. Morgan L. Emmons FLOWERS TBD Hunt family SCRIPTURES OLD TESTAMENT Jonah 3: 1-5, 10 Deuteronomy 18:15-20 PSALM Psalm 62: 1-5, 10 Psalm 111 6-14 2 nd READING GOSPEL 1 Corinthians 7: 29-31 Mark 1: 14-20 1 Corinthians 8: 1-13 Mark 1: 21-28 We work in partnership with: The Most Rev. Michael Curry-Presiding Bishop of the Episcopal Church The Rt. Rev. Scott Mayer, Provisional Bishop, Diocese of Fort Worth The mailing address for St. Alban's is: St. Alban's Episcopal Church 316 W Main Street Arlington, TX 76010 20