Liturgy At Holy Trinity Lutheran Church April 3, 2016 + 10:30 a.m. Second Sunday of Easter
Help Us Create SACRED SPACE by powering down Please do not use cell phones and other electronic devices. Prelude Quartetto in A Major (TWV 43) Georg Philip Telemann (1681-1767) Gathering Hymn Easter Proclamation Remembrance of Baptism Canticle of Praise This is the Feast GATHERING The ringing of the meditation bowl calls us to silence, centering and reflection as we prepare for worship. At the conclusion of the introduction to the hymn stand and face the rear of the nave. Turn to face the cross as it enters; you may bow as the cross passes, honoring the mystery of our salvation. INCENSE used in festive processions, adds the sense of smell in worship and shows the significance of our bodies and all of God s creation. The clouds of incense represent purification and the rising of our prayers. Used in many religions, incense has roots in both Judaism and Christianity. #363 Come, You Faithful, Raise the Strain Alleluia! Christ is risen! Christ is risen indeed, Alleluia! During the canticle the assembly will be sprinkled with water from the baptismal font. As you receive the droplets you may make the sign of the cross in thanksgiving for the grace and mercy of our baptism into Jesus death and resurrection. [2]
The presiding minister bows toward the assembly which is the body of Christ and the primary symbol of God s presence in the liturgy. Greeting The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all. And also with you. Let us pray Amen ~ be seated ~ Prayer of the Day [3]
First Reading Acts 5:27-32 Psalm 118 This Is the Day the Lord Hath Made Word of God, word of life. Thanks be to God. WORD Throughout the Sundays of the fifty days of Easter, passages from Acts proclaim the ongoing power of Christ s resurrection, which is not a single day s event, but is the continuing power of God in the believing community. In this excerpt, the believers continue the ministry of Christ by testifying publicly to his death and resurrection with the inspiration of the Holy Spirit. [4]
During the fifty days of Easter in year C, the second readings are exultant passages from the book of Revelation. It is as if in the resurrection of Christ, we all are already gathered around the heavenly throne with all the saints and angels to praise the victory of the Lamb. Yet at the same time, we look forward to the end of time, when the agonies described in Revelation will be no more, for believers will follow Christ to be born again from the dead. This creedal excerpt sets the stage for the subsequent six selections. Second Reading Revelation 1:4-8 Word of God, word of life. Thanks be to God. Stand to welcome the gospel and turn to face the book as the gospel is read in the midst of the assembly. Gospel Acclamation Setting: Aaron David Miller The cantor sings the alleluia and the assembly repeats. Blessed are those who have not seen and yet have come to believe. (John 20:29) Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia, alleluia. The church continues the pattern alluded to in John s gospel, of assembling on the first day of the week to receive the Spirit of the cross and resurrection and to exchange the peace of Christ. As we expect of John, the narrative in chapter 20 testifies to the identity of Christ as Lord and God. For Christians, to touch Christ is to touch God, and we do this in the flesh of our neighbor s hand at the peace and with the bread of Christ in our palm at communion. The holy gospel according to John. Glory to you, O Lord. The gospel of the Lord. Praise to you, O Christ. (sung as above) Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia, alleluia. Gospel John 20:19-31 As the gospel is announced, you may trace a small cross on your forehead, lips and breast, a prayer that the Word may dwell in our minds, on our lips and in our hearts. ~ be seated ~ [5]
Sermon Silence Hymn of the Day Welcoming New Members Introduction Apostles Creed Address & Questions Following the sermon there is a time of silence for reflection and quiet meditation. Our liturgy is not only made up of words, gestures and music, but also moments of silence. ~ please stand ~ #386 O Sons and Daughters, Let Us Sing stanza 4 cantor stanza 5 women stanza 6 men stanza 7 cantor With the whole church, let us confess our faith. I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth. I believe in Jesus Christ, God's only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the virgin Mary, 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, he is seated at the right hand of the Father, and he will come 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. In baptism, we are welcomed into the body of Christ and sent to share in the mission of God. We are called to live among God's faithful people, to hear the word of God and share in the Lord's supper, to proclaim the good news of God in Christ through word and deed, to serve all people, following the example of Jesus, and to strive for justice and peace in all the earth. [6]
Sisters and brothers in Christ, do you intend to continue in the covenant of your baptism among God's people in this place? Those being welcomed respond. I do, and I ask God to help and guide me. People of God, do you promise to support and pray for these new members in their life in Christ? We do, and we ask God to help and guide us. Let us welcome these sisters and brothers in Christ to this community of faith. We rejoice with you in the life of baptism. Together we will give thanks and praise to God and proclaim the good news to all the world. After each petition: Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer. The peace of Christ be with you always. And also with you. ~ be seated ~ MEAL If this is your first time, or if you have been attending awhile and would like to get to know us better, please fill out the welcome slip in the pew and place it in the offering plate. Today s loose offering is designated for the Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago. Checks and envelope offerings support Holy Trinity s overall ministry unless designated otherwise. #384 That Easter Day with Joy Was Bright ~ please stand ~ Welcome Prayers of Intercession Peace The assembly is invited to share God s peace with one another saying, Peace be with you, or similar words. Offering Offertory Hymn [7]
Great Thanksgiving Dialogue and preface The thanksgiving includes the following: Holy, Holy Eucharistic Prayer Memorial Acclamation Amen [8]
The Lord s Prayer As a sign of openness to the divine presence, you may join the presider in praying the Our Father with the ancient gesture of extended hands. Lamb of God Please remain standing. ~ be seated ~ [9]
Communion Communion Anthem I know that my redeemer liveth George F. Händel (1685-1759) Silence Prayer Blessing Sending Hymn Sending Postlude Toccata Eugene Butler (b. 1935) All are welcome at Christ's table, including children. Bread is received in the hands. Wine is received either by drinking from the (silver) common cup, or by saving the bread and dipping it in the second (glass) cup. Gluten-free wafers are available from the presiding minister. Those not communing may come forward for a blessing, keeping your hands folded over your chest. For those unable to consume either wine or bread, communion is received fully in either element alone. I know that my redeemer liveth, and that he shall stand at the latter day upon the earth. And though worms destroy this body, yet in my flesh shall I see God. For now is Christ risen from the dead, the first fruits of them that sleep. (Text: Job 19:25-26; I Corinthians 15:20) ~ please stand ~ #390 The Risen Christ Alleluia! Christ is risen! Christ is risen indeed! Alleluia! Go in peace. Share the good news. Thanks be to God! SENDING Having heard the word and shared the eucharist, we are sent to live our baptism through words and deeds, making known the love of Christ, and working for justice and peace in our families, communities, and world. Following the liturgy, several things happen simultaneously: some folks greet one another and converse; others listen to the organ postlude; and others move to the front of the church for a time of refreshments and social time. [10]
The Paschal Candle is sponsored by Rich Campbell and Jon Niehus in thanksgiving for God s many blessings. SERVING IN THIS LITURGY Presiding Minister Pr. Michelle Sevig Preaching Minister Pr. Nitza Rosario Minister Of Music David R. Brackley Cantor Kari Balck Holy Trinity Strings Celina Flowers, Sean Diller, Erik Baseman, Randall Ortmann, Erika Roebeck, Ayriole Frost, Charles Palys, Greg Zinkl, Luke Smith, Eugene Smith Assisting Minister Seminarian Preston Fields Sacristan Patty Erickson Incense Megan Eichhorn Crucifer Grant Peterson Torchbearers Molly Moran, Parker Spalla Communion Assistants David Easterbrook, Katie Bickel PARISH NOTES Intercessor Josh Judd-Herzfeldt Readers Erik Friend, Ziena Miller Altar Guild Emily Anderson Ken Duckmann Welcome Hospitality Michael & Erica Moriarty, Ryan & Ziena Miller Pr. Mueller s Sabbatical Pastor Craig Mueller is on sabbatical during April, May and June. During this time, if you have any pastoral needs, please contact Pastor Michelle Sevig (msevig@htchicago.org) or Pastor Ben Adams (badams@htchicago.org). For all other issues, please contact our office at office@htchicago,org. Here is where Craig is this week: Collegeville Institute / St. John s Abbey in Collegeville, MN. Craig will be reading, writing and taking in the worship life of the abbey. + collegevilleinstitute.org/residencies/upcoming-scholars + saintjohnsabbey.org [11]
New Members Joining Today Brittany, Jerry & Milly Graunke are joining Holy Trinity after growing up in a variety of Lutheran and Presbyterian churches across the country. Currently living in Lincoln Park, they welcomed Milly into their lives about two and a half years ago and have been loving every minute since. They both work full time in the city, with Brittany doing operational consulting for a variety of startups around the city and Jerry running a software development agency in River North. They look forward to meeting everyone here! Guest Preacher Today Pastor Nitza Rosario has been a member of Holy Trinity since 2004. Nitza has served congregations in Puerto Rico, Brooklyn and Indiana. Currently she serves as a chaplain for Rainbow Hospice. She has one daughter, Bethany. Film Night TONIGHT Join us on Sunday, April 3 at 4:30 p.m. to watch and discuss Mediterranea, about the journey of two men from Burkina Faso to Italy. John and Celina Flowers will host (1321 W. Lunt #1E) and a there will be a light meal - contact John (flowers.john@icloud.com) for more details and with questions. Fair Trade Sales April 10 Look for fair trade coffee and other goods to be sold next Sunday, April 10, following both the 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. services. Stop on by! Book Group Meeting April 11 Eat, Drink, Read. The April book group meeting will be Monday, April 11 at 7:30 p.m. at the home of Lora Swanson (550 W Wellington). We'll be discussing The Light Between Oceans by M.L. Stedman, a historical novel set in Australia during the 1920's, soon to be made into a movie. If you like to read ahead, we'll be discussing Home from Within by Chicago author Lisa Maggiore in May. Please join us whether or not you have time to read the book! Wine Tasting April 15 [7:00 p.m. HTLakeview, Passavant Hall] Wine tasting with our very own former intern Marcus Lohrmann is coming back to Holy Trinity Lakeview on Friday, April 15 at 7:00 p.m. We had an excellent turn out last year, so if you are new to Holy Trinity this is a great way to get to meet others and expand your pallet at the same time! RSVP to Katie Mineck by emailingclc@htchicago.org, or sign up at the back of the church. There is a $10 suggested donation per person which includes wine and a souvenir glass. If you are able to bring an appetizer to share let Katie know as well when you RSVP. [12]
ONE Northside Community Convention April 10 Sunday, Apr 10, 2:00 p.m. (Lakeview High School, 4015 N Ashland) Join with 1,200 north-side neighbors to demand that key decision makers put our families and communities ahead of corporate profits. Speak to Ken Duckmann or John Shallow if you would like to join them and other HT community members in this important meeting. Volunteer Opportunities Serve a Meal at The Crib Saturday, April 16 + 7:00 p.m. Volunteers from HTLC will prepare then serve a meal at The Crib youth shelter (at Lakeview Lutheran, 835 W Addison). We need volunteers to provide food items, cook, and serve the meal. To sign up and find more information, head to serve.htchicago.org, or speak to Ken Duckmann. Serve At The Lakeview Pantry Thursday, April 28 + 6:00 p.m. Holy Trinity volunteers assist with working the pantry counter, restocking food, repacking bulk foods, sorting clothing and other various jobs that may be needed on the last Thursday of each month at 6:00 p.m. Sign up online: serve.htchicago.org. Parents Night Out April 16 Drop your kids off and have a Parents Night Out! + Next Session: Saturday, April 16 from 4-7 p.m. + Cost: $10.00 per family (covers food) + Ages: infant 12 (limit of 16 children) + Hosts: Patrice Macken & Paulina Heilbrunn If you are interested, contact Paulina Heilbrunn (paores@gmail.com). You will need to fill out a Child Entry Form if it s your first time. Prison Book Ministry Improve the lives and futures of incarcerated persons by taking part in Holy Trinity's annual Prison Book Ministry. Bring used books and empty boxes (may be flattened) to HTLoop and HTLakeview on April 30/May 1, May 7/8, May 14/15. Both paperbacks and hardbacks are acceptable: good condition preferred with personal information and marginal notes blacked out. Desired categories include reference (legal, vocational, resume, interviewing), health, selfhelp/motivational, parenting, fiction, history, world religions, Biblical/theological. See more at holytrinitychicago.org/ministries/prison, and email Ryan and Carol LaHurd (cslahurd@comcast.net) if you are able to help sort and pack books after worship on Sunday, May 15. [13]
Holy Week And Easter Services: Many Thanks! We are basking in the resurrection, giving thanks for all those who made our Holy Week and Easter services so meaningful: musicians, sacristans, readers, crucifers, assisting ministers, incense bearers, intercessors, ushers, greeters, communion assistants, altar guild, bread bakers, dancers, decorators, servers at the Easter Vigil reception and breakfast, affirmation/baptism sponsors, and those who donated flowers, champagne, food, and their time and creativity! Dozens and dozens of our community came together to deepen our experience of the Easter mystery! Many thanks to all from Holy Trinity's staff. The Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago, a seminary of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA), forms visionary leaders to bear witness to the good news of Jesus Christ. LSTC graduates are grounded in the Lutheran tradition and informed by ecumenical and interfaith relationships. They are able to respond to the diversity and changing dynamics of contemporary life. They knowledgeably interpret the Scriptures and the ecumenical traditions of the church; witness to the reconciling Word of God through their lives and their ministries of service, teaching, preaching, administering the sacraments and inviting people to the Christian faith. They care for God s people and God s creation, revitalizing the church as it seeks to transform the world. Each year Holy Trinity has several Ministry in Context (MIC) students from LSTC. They are second-year students who participate in a variety of ways as they prepare for internship their third year of studies. Today's loose offering will go to support LSTC [14]
NEWCOMER OR FIRST TIME? WELCOME! + Whoever you are, wherever you're from, whatever the color of your skin, whomever you love or marry, or whatever your feelings about religion or spirituality, you are welcome here. + Please fill out a yellow slip in the pew rack and place it in the offering plate. + More information on Holy Trinity, Lutheranism, worship practices, marriage and baptisms at the welcome table. Upcoming baptism dates: May 22, July 24 (9:30 a.m.), Sept. 18 + To families with small children: We are glad you are here! If your child needs a break from the service, feel free to walk to the narthex/back of the church. Nursery: open 9:15-10:30 a.m. Use the garden entrance on Addison; nursery is inside the door. Special children's bulletins are on a table at the back of the church. + Offerings: We rely on the generosity of members and friends to support the programs, staff, building, and ministries of Holy Trinity and the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. A large number of the congregation gives their offerings through Electronic Funds Transfer. You can also donate online at giving.htchicago.org, or just scan the QR code to the right with your smartphone. We still pass the offering plate as well! We appreciate your contributions of time, talent, and financial support! MEET KATIE Meet Katie Mineck, our Community Life Coordinator, at the back of the church following worship. She would be happy to answer questions or make an introduction. Contact her at clc@htchicago.org or Pr. Craig Mueller at cmueller@htchicago.org. DO YOU CONSIDER HOLY TRINITY YOUR CHURCH HOME? Register by filling out the yellow slip in the pew rack and place it in the offering plate or register online at holytrinitychicago.org/register. You will receive our e-newsletter. Worship Acknowledgements Text and music for the liturgy is reprinted from Sundays and Seasons.com. Copyright 2007 Augsburg Fortress. All rights reserved. Reprinted by permission under Augsburg Fortress Liturgies Annual License # 26481. Unless otherwise noted, all other music and text reprinted under permission of OneLicense.net #A-707777. [15]
PURPOSE STATEMENT Open to the Mystery Connect, Strengthen, and Serve with Joy! GUIDING PRINCIPLES Act with courage Be radically inclusive Cultivate empowering relationships Delight in God s beauty Engage with intention Holy Trinity: Lakeview 1218 W. Addison Street office@htchicago.org holytrinitychicago.org Holy Trinity: Loop 637 S. Dearborn Street info@htloop.org htloop.org Lead Pastor Craig Mueller cmueller@htchicago.org Associate Pastor Michelle Sevig msevig@htchicago.org Assistant Pastor HTLoop Ben Adams badams@htchicago.org 773.248.1233 STAFF Parish Administrator Joshua Judd-Herzfeldt office@htchicago.org Minister of Music David Brackley dbrackley@htchicago.org Community Life Coordinator Katie Mineck clc@htchicago.org Accountant Paul Strome pstrome@htchicago.org Music Assistant Sean Diller music@htchicago.org A congregation of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America [16]