Liturgy at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church May 6, 2018 + 9am & 11am Sixth Sunday of Easter Liturgy at Holy Trinity In the Loop This Sunday s image of the life the risen Christ shares with us is the image of friendship. We are called to serve others as Jesus came to serve; but for John s gospel, the image of servanthood is too hierarchical, too distant, to capture the essence of life with Christ. Friendship captures the love, the joy, the deep mutuality of the relationship into which Christ invites us. The Greeks believed that true friends are willing to die for each other. This is the mutual love of Christian community commanded by Christ and enabled by the Spirit.
Prelude Largo (from Flute Sonata in A) Siciliano (from Sonata in Eb) J.S. Bach (1685-1750) Help Us Create SACRED SPACE by powering down Please do not use cell phones and other electronic devices. 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 as you are able 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. Gathering Hymn Easter Proclamation Thanksgiving for Baptism #361 The Day of Resurrection Please turn to face the font at the center of the church. All may make the sign of the cross, the sign that is marked at baptism, where indicated by the +. Alleluia! Christ is risen! Christ is risen indeed, Alleluia! Blessed be the Holy Trinity, + one God, the fountain of living water, the rock who gave us birth, our light and our salvation. Amen. The responses during the Thanksgiving for Baptism echo the presiding minister. All praise and honor are yours, O triune God, now and forever. Amen. 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]
[3] Canticle of Praise This Is The Feast
Greeting The presiding minister bows toward the assembly which is the body of Christ and the primary symbol of God s presence in the liturgy. 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. Prayer of the Day Let us pray Amen. ~ be seated ~ WORD First Reading Acts 10:44-48 (9am) Psalm 98:1-6 Setting: Jeremy Young The cantor first sings the refrain and the assembly repeats. The cantor and assembly chant alternating verses. How to experience the resurrection of Christ? Receive the Holy Spirit and be baptized. The order of events in this narrative has given support to those churches that understand baptism as only a ritual that confirms one s belief, thus believer s baptism. Apparently in the 80s CE, some Christians were baptizing in the name of Jesus Christ and others in the name of the Trinity; this difference continues today. Word of God, word of life. Thanks be to God. Refrain: Tone: 1 Sing a new song to the LORD, who has done marvelous things, whose right hand and holy arm have won the victory. 2 O LORD, you have made known your victory, you have revealed your righteousness in the sight of the nations. 3 You remember your steadfast love and faithfulness to the house of Israel; all the ends of the earth have seen the victory of our God. 4 Shout with joy to the LORD, all you lands; lift up your voice, re- joice, and sing. Refrain [4]
5 Sing to the LORD with the harp, with the harp and the voice of song. 6 With trumpets and the sound of the horn shout with joy before the king, the LORD. Refrain Refrain: Sing to the Lord a new song, for God has done marvelous things. With your right hand and holy arm you have won for yourself the victory. Refrain (11am) Psalm 98:1-6 Setting: Peter R. Hallock The choir first sings the refrain and the assembly repeats. The choir sings the verses. You, Lord, have made known your victory, your righteousness have you openly shown in the sight of the nations. You remember your mercy and faithfulness to the house of Israel, and all the ends of the earth have seen your victory, oh our God. Refrain Shout with joy to the Lord, all you lands; lift up your voice, rejoice, and sing. Sing to the Lord with the harp, with the harp and the voice of song. Refrain This reading complements the gospel from John by repeating an emphasis on love but also by placing children alongside friends. The truth of each term balances the other. Second Reading 1 John 5:1-6 Word of God, word of life. Thanks be to God. [5]
Gospel Acclamation Setting: Aaron David Miller Sung first by the cantor/choir and repeated by all as indicated. The verse is sung by the cantor/choir. Stand, as you are able, to welcome the gospel and turn to face the book as the gospel is read in the midst of the assembly. Gospel John 15:9-17 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. Sermon Silence Verse: Alleluia Those who love me will keep my word, and my Father will love them, and we will come to them and make our home with them. (John 14:23) We continue through John 15. The command to love takes the form of a sign in the footwashing of Maundy Thursday. The crucified and risen Christ enables us to live in such love. This passage includes an emphasis on joy and introduces the language of being a friend of God. We are so accustomed to this language that we lose the shock of the divinity calling humankind friends. The command to love in Mark 12 will be the reading on November 1, often celebrated as All Saints Day. The holy gospel according to John. Glory to you, O Lord. The gospel of the Lord. Praise to you, O Christ. Alleluia (sung as above) ~ be seated ~ 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. [6]
~ please stand as you are able ~ Hymn of the Day Christ Is Risen! Shout Hosanna! Text: Brian A. Wren, b. 1936, 1986 Hope Publishing Company. Music: HYMN TO JOY After each petition: Risen Lord, hear our prayer. The peace of Christ be with you always. And also with you. ~ be seated ~ [7] Prayers of Intercession Peace The assembly is invited to share God s peace with one another saying, Peace be with you, or similar words.
Setting the Table Offertory Hymn This Joyful Eastertide 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 when you come up for communion or as you depart. Today s loose offering is designated for the Prison Book Ministry. Checks and envelope offerings support Holy Trinity s overall ministry unless designated otherwise. Offerings may be put in the plate on the way to communion or as you depart. ~ please stand as you are able ~ Text: George R. Woodward, 1848-1934 Music: VREUCHTEN, Dutch folk tune, 17 th cent. [8]
Great Thanksgiving The thanksgiving includes the following: Dialogue It is indeed right, our duty and our joy, that we should at all times and in all places give thanks and praise to you, almighty and merciful God, for the glorious resurrection of our Savior Jesus Christ, the Paschal Lamb who gave himself to take away our sin; who in dying has destroyed death, and in rising has brought us to eternal life. And so, with Mary Magdalene and Peter and all the witnesses of the resurrection, with earth and sea and all their creatures, and with angels and archangels, cherubim and seraphim, we praise your name and join their unending hymn: Preface Holy, Holy The responses during the Thanksgiving at the Table echo the presiding minister [9] Thanksgiving at the Table
until you gather us up in glory and bright, unending song. 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. Breaking of the Bread Please remain standing. [10]
~ please be seated ~ 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. This touch of love, this taste of peace, how can it last and still increase? I cannot bear to have this air of wonder cease. This happy feast, this friendly bond, how can I keep it long beyond this fleeting hour? This surge of pow r, this treasure found? This freshly washed, this flowing free, I need to know that this can be; Make me believe what I receive is meant for me. Christ Jesus, you are what I need, the Bread and Wine on which I feed, No friend so true, no life so new--i m rich indeed. O Savior, now my spirit raise; give new direction to my ways, In all I view, in all I do, to give you praise. (Text: Jaroslav J. Vajda, 1919-2008) Communion Communion Anthem (9am) This Touch Of Love Carl Schalk (b. 1929) [11]
(11am) O Lord God Paul Tschesnokoff (1877-1944) Silence Prayer Blessing O Lord God, hear thou my prayer. Help thou me and give ear to my prayer. Daily do I worship thy great name and thy power. Thou alone canst help me; O send me thy peace and love, O protect me, my God. Let me never stray, O my Savior. Leave me not, O God of my salvation. I will sing to the Lord as long as I live, and praise thy great name while I have my being. Hear my prayer; hear thou my prayer; help thou me and give ear to my prayer. Glory to thee! (English text: N. Lindsay Norden, 1887-1956) ~please stand as you are able ~ Let us pray. brief silence Amen. 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. Turn to face the cross as it recesses, you may bow as it passes, honoring the mystery of our salvation. Sending Hymn Sending Postlude 9am: Fugue Johann Ernst Rembt (ca. 1749-1810) 11am: Hornpipe (From Water Music) George F. Händel (1685-1759) #637 Holy God, Holy and Glorious Alleluia! Christ is risen! Christ is risen indeed! Alleluia! Go in peace. Share the good news. Thanks be to God! 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 rear of the nave for refreshments and social time. Today s flowers are sponsored by AJ Fantauzzi in memory of Adelbert Melvin Urich [12]
ASSISTING IN TODAY S LITURGIES PRESIDING MINISTER -------------------------------------------- (9am) Pr. Craig Mueller; (11am) Pr. Michelle Sevig PREACHING MINISTER ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Pr. Craig Mueller MINISTER OF MUSIC ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- David Brackley ORGANIST ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (9am) John Weit CANTOR -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (9am) Marji Shannon FLUTE ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Rita Schnell ASSISTING MINISTER ------------------------(9am) Seminarian Ian Coen-Frei; (11am) Seminarian Paisley Le Roy CRUCIFER ------------------------------------------------------------------ (9am) Micah Cisneros (11am) Megan White INCENSE BEARER -------------------------------------------- (9am) Seminarian Paisley Le Roy; (11am) Molly Beran SACRISTAN --------------------------------------------------- (9am) Seminarian Paisley Le Roy; (11am) Dinah Wayne COMMUNION ASSISTANT--------------------------------------------------------(9am) Jenna Peyton, Ken Duckmann ---------------------------------------------------------------------------(11am) Michael Schnell, Seminarian Ian Coen-Frei MEDITATION BELL ----------------------------------------------------------- (9am) Ken Duckmann; (11am) Julie Sevig READERS ------------------------------------ (9am) Carrie Egan, Kent Swanson (11am) Johanna Olson, Peder Sevig ACOLYTE TORCHBEARERS -------------------- (9am) Gavin Bender, Annika Sevig; (11am) Jack and Sam Stelter WELCOME HOSPITALITY--------------------(9am) Erica and Michael Moriarty; Michael Fustin and Paul Hickey -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------(11am) Chris and Wendy Stelter ALTAR GUILD---------------------------------------------------------------(9am) Sarah Hanson (11am) Lila Fredenburg BREAD BAKER ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Ken Duckmann PRISON MINISTRY BOOK DRIVE NEXT TWO WEEKS Please bring your used books for the annual Prison Book Ministry drive at both HTLoop and HT Lakeview on Sat-Sun May 12-13 and 19-20. Let the church office (office@htchicago.org) know ASAP if you can donate boxes suitable for shipping (approximate size of printer paper box). All types (except old textbooks) are welcome, and we can especially use Bible study/devotional, young adult novels, English- Spanish, self-help, and job-searching guides. See full book donation guidelines on the printed flier near the church entrance or online at http://htchicago.org/ministries/prison Your monetary donations to Holy Trinity (designating "prison ministry") can help us pay the annual $250+ book mailing costs, as well as purchase the composition books and art supplies we supply regularly to the Fox Valley Adult Transition Center for Women. Loose today will go to these efforts. [13]
NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS ONE Northside s 2018 Convention: 2-5pm TODAY ONE Northside s 2018 Convention is a gathering of over 1,000 North Side community members to build our collective power and advance our bold vision for our city, state, and country. All are invited to attend. For more information, please speak with Ken Duckmann (justducky514@yahoo.com). Upcoming Service Opportunities Serve With The Night Ministry Youth Outreach Bus + Thursday, May 10 + 6pm Help out by sponsoring grocery items financially, assembling the meals, and serving them in the community. Sign up for the next opportunity at giving.htchicago.org. With questions, contact Ken Duckmann (justducky514@yahoo.com). Movie Night: The Shape of Water + Saturday, May 12, 6pm-9pm Discussion led by Karol Weigelt, LCPC Join us in viewing and discussion of this award-winning film from distinguished director, Guillermo del Toro. Dream-like images, narratives, archetypes and themes will provide for a lively discussion. We will gather at 5:30pm and the movie will begin at 6pm sharp. Bring salads, appetizers, or drinks to share with the group. Baptism Seminar May 14 + 7pm in the Nursery This seminar is offered prior to baptismal Sundays for expectant parents, parents with newborns, those planning a baptism in the coming months, or others who would like a refresher on the meaning and theology of baptism. All parents planning to have a newborn baptized are asked to attend this seminar at some point before the baptism of their firstborn child. RSVP required to Pastor Sevig, msevig@htchicago.org prior to the seminar. Book Group May 17 Eat, Drink, Read. The next book group meeting will be Thursday, May 17 at 7:30pm at the home of Geraldine Kruse, 3940 W Bryn Mawr. We'll be discussing Behold the Dreamers by Imbolo Mbue, a novel about an immigrant family from Cameroon struggling to make a life in New York City. Please join us, whether or not you have time to read the book! Summer Worship Time Begins May 27- ONE LITURGY AT 9:30AM From Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend we will have one Sunday morning Eucharist at 9:30am. This earlier time allows us to enjoy the cooler morning temperatures and to finish our Sunday morning activities well in advance of Cubs home games. [14]
Commemorations For This Week May 8 + Julian of Norwich, renewer of the church, died around 1416 When she was about thirty years old, Julian (or Juliana) reported visions that she later compiled into a book, Sixteen Revelations of Divine Love, now a classic of medieval mysticism. The visions declared that love was the meaning of religious experience, provided by Christ who is love, for the purpose of love. May 9 + Victor the Moor, martyr, died 303 Also known as Victor Maurus, this native of the northwest African nation of Mauritania was a soldier in the Roman Praetorian Guard. Under the persecution of Maximian, Victor died for his faith at Milan. May 9 + Nicolaus Ludwig von Zinzendorf, renewer of the church, hymnwriter, died 1760 When he was 22, a group of Moravians asked permission to live on Zinzendorf's land. He agreed, and eventually worldwide Moravian missions emanated from this community. Zinzendorf participated in these missions, and is also remembered for writing hymns characteristic of his Pietistic faith. Summer Worship Time Begins May 27 ONE SUNDAY LITURGY AT 9:30AM Saturday Evening 5pm HTLoop Liturgy Continues as Normal From Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend we will have one Sunday morning Eucharist at 9:30am. This earlier time allows us to enjoy the cooler morning temperatures and to finish our Sunday morning activities well in advance of Cubs home games. Worship Acknowledgements Text, music, and images 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. Breaking of the Bread: Music: Mark Sedio, copyright 1996 Mark Sedio. Used by permission. Unless otherwise noted, all other music and text reprinted under permission of OneLicense.net #A-707777. [15]
Pentecost May 20 Wear Red, Orange, Yellow, and Pink to Church on May 20! As we celebrate the presence and power of the Holy Spirit on Pentecost we invite everyone to come to church dressed in colors of flame! Languages on Pentecost Do you speak a second language? On Pentecost, May, 20, everyone will have the opportunity to read together in multiple languages. We ll have Spanish, French, German, Latin, and Portugese printed in the bulletin, but if you speak another language not listed here, plan to bring a copy of the passage ( Romans 6:9-11; 1 Corinthians 15:20-22) or email Beau Surratt at office@htchicago.org and he will get the reading to you so you can add your voice to our communal speaking in tongues. Everyone will be reading aloud together, so don t be shy let us know even if you just barely speak a language. The more languages, the better! [16]
MAY IS MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH We Can Be a Voice for Acceptance and Access Prayer: Dear God, it starts with me! Let me be your instrument to prevent the suffering of people with mental illnesses and their families. Amen. [17]
MAY IS MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH Coping With Mental Illness In Your Family Mental illnesses are very common, but most families are not prepared to cope with news that a loved one has a mental illness. It can be draining, and family members may feel vulnerable to the judgments and opinions of others. You need to know there is help and hope for recovery from mental illness. Three Ways Family Members Can Stay Healthy 1. Accept your feelings. Avoid placing blame or feeling guilt. You did not cause the illness, and the person diagnosed didn t either. You may deny signs and symptoms of mental illness or fear what others are thinking, but you must accept that these feelings are normal. A mental health professional can help you cope with your feelings, so you can be supportive to your loved one diagnosed with the illness. 2. Take time for yourself. When family members are ill, they can easily become the focus of your attention. Other family members may feel neglected and become resentful. Try to keep a balance and maintain your regular family functions. If you are the caretaker, plan activities for yourself and with other family members so that you can keep perspective and patience. 3. Seek support. Gather information from reliable sources, such as mental health professionals, and share what you have learned with others. Getting support from friends and family members who can provide compassion without judgment is helpful, but support from community organizations is, too. The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) and the Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance offer support and education classes specifically for family members to learn about mental illness and how to care for themselves and their loved ones. 4. Practice your faith. Spiritual practices help to ground us in God s love and care, connect us to others, provide stability and rhythm in our lives and reduce stress. It can be tempting to withdraw when dealing with mental illness, but the support of your fellow congregation members can a vital part of staying well [18]
MEET OUR VICAR FOR THIS FALL We are pleased to announce that Noah Herren will be serving Holy Trinity full-time as a vicar (intern) for one year, beginning this coming August. Noah completed his Master of Divinity degree at Candler School of Theology at Emory University in Atlanta. Noah hails from a small town in Alabama and has two sons in their teens. The opportunity to provide formation and ministerial experience for a transgender student is in line with Holy Trinity s mission of inclusivity and mentoring of seminary students for the past two decades. Housing for Noah has been arranged at Immanuel Lutheran in Edgewater. Immanuel has an apartment available and as part of the agreement with them, Noah will spend a portion of his time in ministry with that congregation. Since this initiative was not in our 2018 budget, funding has been secured from sources in the Southeastern Synod of the ELCA and some special gifts from Holy Trinity members. Of the costs for this internship, we have already raised $22,000 toward the $27,000 goal. An anonymous donor has offered a $2,500 matching gift to help Holy Trinity raise the final $2,500. If you would like to contribute to the intern fund, you may to do so at our giving site: giving.htchicago.org and scroll down to the intern fund category. [19]
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. + 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 8:45am - 12:15pm 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. + Sunday School for children ages 4-12: Children age 4-12 are invited to join us for Sunday school each week September- May. We begin promptly at 10am. Children age 4 through grade 2 meet upstairs in Passavant Hall. Children grades 3-6 meet in the Spiritual Life Center. Contact Pastor Sevig (msevig@htchicago.org) if you have any questions. + Offerings: We rely on the generosity of members and friends Holy Trinity: Lakeview 1218 W. Addison Street office@htchicago.org Holy Trinity: Loop 637 S. Dearborn Street info@htloop.org 773.248.1233 holytrinitychicago.org STAFF Lead Pastor Craig Mueller cmueller@htchicago.org Associate Pastor Michelle Sevig msevig@htchicago.org Associate Pastor (HTLoop) Ben Adams badams@htchicago.org Minister of Music David Brackley dbrackley@htchicago.org Administrator (Communications, Worship, and Community Life) Beau Surratt office@htchicago.org Music Assistant Ayriole Frost music@htchicago.org Assistant Organist John Weit Administrator (Finance and Building) Paul Strome pstrome@htchicago.org Nursery Attendant Audrey Frost Seminarians Paisley Le Roy Ian Coen-Frei [20]