TWENTY-THIRD SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST October 28, 2018 Holy Eucharist: Rite II at 8:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. *For 10:30 a.m. service only *Prelude: Kay Benefield, Valerie Fleming *Opening Procession: Praise, my soul, the King of heaven Hymnal 410 Opening Acclamation Book of Common Prayer (BCP) 355 Gloria in Excelsis BCP 356/Hymnal S280 The Collect of the Day: Almighty and everlasting God, increase in us the gifts of faith, hope, and charity; and, that we may obtain what you promise, make us love what you command; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. THE FIRST READING: Jeremiah 31:7-9 Thus says the LORD: Sing aloud with gladness for Jacob, and raise shouts for the chief of the nations; proclaim, give praise, and say, Save, O Lord, your people, the remnant of Israel. See, I am going to bring them from the land of the north, and gather them from the farthest parts of the earth, among them the blind and the lame, those with child and those in labor, together; a great company, they shall return here. With weeping they shall come, and with consolations I will lead them back, I will let them walk by brooks of water, in a straight path in which they shall not stumble; for I have become a father to Israel, and Ephraim is my firstborn. The Word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God.
Psalm 126 BCP 782 1 When the LORD restored the fortunes of Zion, * then were we like those who dream. 2 Then was our mouth filled with laughter, * and our tongue with shouts of joy. 3 Then they said among the nations, * "The LORD has done great things for them." 4 The LORD has done great things for us, * and we are glad indeed. 5 Restore our fortunes, O LORD, * like the watercourses of the Negev. 6 Those who sowed with tears * will reap with songs of joy. 7 Those who go out weeping, carrying the seed, * will come again with joy, shouldering their sheaves. The Second Reading: Hebrews 7:23-28 The former priests were many in number, because they were prevented by death from continuing in office; but Jesus holds his priesthood permanently, because he continues forever. Consequently he is able for all time to save those who approach God through him, since he always lives to make intercession for them. For it was fitting that we should have such a high priest, holy, blameless, undefiled, separated from sinners, and exalted above the heavens. Unlike the other high priests, he has no need to offer sacrifices day after day, first for his own sins, and then for those of the people; this he did once for all when he offered himself. For the law appoints as high priests those who are subject to weakness, but the word of the oath, which came later than the law, appoints a Son who has been made perfect forever. The Word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God. *Sequence Hymn: O bless the Lord, my soul! Hymnal 411
The Holy Gospel: Mark 10:46-52 The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Mark. People: Glory to you, Lord Christ. Jesus and his disciples came to Jericho. As he and his disciples and a large crowd were leaving Jericho, Bartimaeus son of Timaeus, a blind beggar, was sitting by the roadside. When he heard that it was Jesus of Nazareth, he began to shout out and say, Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me! Many sternly ordered him to be quiet, but he cried out even more loudly, Son of David, have mercy on me! Jesus stood still and said, Call him here. And they called the blind man, saying to him, Take heart; get up, he is calling you. So throwing off his cloak, he sprang up and came to Jesus. Then Jesus said to him, What do you want me to do for you? The blind man said to him, My teacher, let me see again. Jesus said to him, Go; your faith has made you well. Immediately he regained his sight and followed him on the way. The Gospel of the Lord. People: Praise to you, Lord Christ. The Sermon The Rev. Aaron D. Raulerson The Nicene Creed BCP 358 Prayers of the People Form IV BCP 388 Confession of Sin and Absolution BCP 360 The Peace BCP 360
THE HOLY COMMUNION The Offertory: There is a Balm in Gilead Choir All stand *The Doxology The Great Thanksgiving: Eucharistic Prayer C BCP 369 Sanctus BCP 367/Hymnal S129 The Lord s Prayer BCP 364 The Fraction Anthem BCP 364/Hymnal S154 Gluten-free: Please indicate your need to the priest when receiving and a gluten-free wafer will be given. *Communion Music He made the blind to see Bryce Blair Seek ye first the kingdom of God Congregation: Hymnal 711 Let us break bread together Congregation: Hymnal 325 Alleluia! sing to Jesus! Congregation: Hymnal 460 Post Communion Prayer BCP 365 The Blessing Announcements *Closing Procession: O for a thousand tongues to sing Hymnal 493 The Dismissal BCP 366
SERVING TODAY 8:00 a.m. LECTOR: Anita Duncan SERVER: John Whitehouse SERVING TODAY 10:30 a.m. USHERS...Rick Cooley, Rusty Ogden GREETERS...Jenn Baker, CRUCIFER.....Michael Raulerson TORCH BEARERS...Lilli Kaminski, Ben Booth SERVER...Jim Coleman EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS...Micky Gaines, Ann Thomas GOSPEL BOOK...Gloria Kilner LECTORS...Ben Booth Sr., Kim Booth INTERCESSOR....Shari Harrison SOUND...Ray Klaver ALTAR GUILD. Amy Meredith, Shari Harrison NURSERY...Shelli Walker COUNTERS...Shari Harrison, Ray Klaver CHILDREN S SUNDAY SCHOOL....Kim Booth, Chelsea Kaminski CHILDREN S CHURCH....Chelsea Kaminski, Melanie Dorman YOUTH SUNDAY SCHOOL.. Shelly Hardin, Tiffany Martin VESTRY PERSON OF THE MONTH...Jan Maxwell
The Rector s Corner The Reserved Sacrament You may have noticed the small, ornate box mounted on the wall next to the altar, and the candle suspended above it. The box is called an aumbry, and holds the reserved sacrament. The candle, when lit, signifies that the aumbry is in use. Inside are kept the elements of the Eucharist bread and wine that are the consecrated Body and Blood of Christ. They are held "in reserve" for private home communion visits to the sick or to shut-ins. 2018 Budget Status as of Sunday 10/21/2018 Pledge Plate Total Budgeted to date $ 223,358 $ 34,007 $ 257,365 Received to date $ 241,633 $ 28,536 $ 270,169 (includes Prepaid Pledges) $18,275 -$5,471 $12,804 EFM Collect O God, when we are brought to our knees, we thank you for a place to turn. We pray for direction and discernment of your will for us, so that we may find peace, strength and healing. Amen
Week of October 28 thru November 4 Sunday Holy Eucharist 8:00 a.m. Breakfast 8:45 a.m. Breakfast Volunteers: Larry Kelly, Melanie Dorman Sunday School Nursery Lectionary Discussion Animate: Faith Adult Confirmation Class Holy Eucharist 10:30 a.m. Children s Church 10:30 a.m. Fall Festival 5:00 p.m. Monday Monday Morning Book Study 10:00 a.m. EFM 6:00 p.m. Tuesday Ladies Bible Study 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Healing Service 11:30 a.m. Centering Prayer 12:30 p.m. Thursday Reunion Group Friday Men s Breakfast & Bible Study 7:00 a.m. Sunday Holy Eucharist 8:00 a.m. Breakfast 8:45 a.m. Breakfast Volunteers: TBA Sunday School Nursery Guest Speaker Holy Eucharist 10:30 a.m. Children s Church 10:30 a.m. EYC 12:00 p.m. Youth Confirmation 3:30 p.m.
Let us know who you are by signing the Guest Book located on our Visitor s Table at the entrance to the Nave. See an Usher or Greeter for assistance. Devices are available to aid the hearing of the service either with ear buds for each ear or to slip over one ear if you currently wear a hearing aid. The flowers on the altar are dedicated to the Glory of God and in memory of Larry and David Pfeiffer by Rosie Pfeiffer. The candles on the altar are dedicated to the Glory of God. IN OUR PRAYERS For all who suffer in mind, body, or spirit, especially for: *OUR PARISH FAMILY: Ann Marie Batts, Hootie Woodall, Susan Foster, Kay Meleski, Jan Sanderson, Missy Sanderson, Finn Heatherly, Dawn Alves, Barbara Nye, King Nye, Ada Perkins, Hollis Babb, Tripp Hembree *OUR EXTENDED PARISH FAMILY: John Coleman (Jim and Regina Coleman s nephew), Kay Tate (Friend of Paula DeArtiaga), Nancy Martin (Ginny McCrary s friend), Tommy Guay (Shari Harrison s son-in-law), Becky Cibula (Barbara Gardner s daughter), Ray Strawbridge (friend of Ellen Perryman), Todd Smith (Beth Dean s Son-in-Law), Nancy Walker (former parishioner), Susan Stephenson (Donna Burrows daughter), Shirley Kime (Jenna Andrews grandmother), Bob Moses (former parishioner), Dan Raulerson (Father Aaron s father), Dennis Graham (friend of Jim Coleman), Rebecca Catania (Ada Perkins niece), Rita Morrow (Friend of Maggie Muegge) **REMEMBERING: Ann Marie Thomas, William DeLeon Hooper PARISH BIRTHDAYS: October 28 th thru November 3 rd King Nye, Lief Thornton, Tara Payton OUR DIOCESAN FAMILY: Our companion dioceses of Alaska and the Virgin Islands and their bishops, Mark and Ambros DOK PRAYER REQUESTS: There are Daughters of the King Prayer Request cards available in the pew. Prayer requests should be placed in the prayer box at the back of the nave. The Daughters pray every day. *Names will remain on the list for two months unless otherwise requested. Prayer Concern names can be submitted by placing a note in the office door mail slot or e- mailing the church office. When submitting prayer concerns, please give person s full name, the reason for prayer need, sign your name and indicate the person s relationship to our parish. **Names of the deceased will appear for one month after date of death.