Liturgy at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church November 13, 2016 + 10:30 a.m. Lectionary 33c The tone of today s scripture texts is ominous: the end is near and the warnings are dire. But the baptized know how to live in the meantimes. The baptized are strengthened for the living of these days in word and sacrament. The baptized rally around the invitation of the apostle: Brothers and sisters, do not be weary in doing what is right.
Prelude Variations on a Theme by Mozart Fernando Sor (1778-1839) Confession & Forgiveness 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. All may make the sign of the cross, the sign that is marked at baptism, as the presiding minister begins. Following an invitation please kneel (if you are able). Silence is kept for reflection. Most merciful God, we confess that we are captive to sin and cannot free ourselves. 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. For the sake of your Son, Jesus Christ, have mercy on us. Forgive us, renew us, and lead us, so that we may delight in your will and walk in your ways, to the glory of your holy name. Amen. Stand and face the baptismal font. The presiding minister announces God s forgiveness. 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 #870 We Praise You, O God [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 ~ WORD Addressing the exiles who had returned to Jerusalem from Babylon, the prophet proclaims a vision of a future time of peace and prosperity. Though the returned exiles are experiencing hard times, God is about to do a new thing. Prayer of the Day First Reading Isaiah 65:17-25 Word of God, word of life. Thanks be to God. Refrain: Tone: Sing a new song to the LORD, who has done marvelous things, whose right hand and holy arm have won the victory. O LORD, you have made known your victory, you have revealed your righteousness in the sight of the nations. 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. Shout with joy to the LORD, all you lands; lift up your voice, re- joice, and sing. Refrain Sing to the LORD with the harp, with the harp and the voice of song. With trumpets and the sound of the horn Psalm 98 Setting: David Cherwien The cantor sings the refrain and the assembly repeats. The cantor and assembly sing alternate verses. [3]
Second Reading 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13 Gospel Acclamation Setting: John Helgen shout with joy before the king, the LORD. Let the sea roar, and all that fills it, the world and those who dwell therein. Let the rivers clap their hands, and let the hills ring out with joy before the LORD, who comes to judge the earth. The LORD will judge the world with righteousness and the peo- ples with equity. Refrain In this, the final excerpt in the ecumenical lectionary from 2 Thessalonians, Christians are called to live in the real present, rather than in an imagined ideal future. Care must be taken that this passage not be heard as condemning those countless people who cannot find adequate work, which was not a problem that the early church faced. 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 Luke 21:5-19 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 Stand up and raise your heads, because your redemption is drawing near. (Luke 21:28) The human fear of future terrors is perennial. Not breath-taking buildings, nor stunning art, nor religious affiliation, nor national pride, nor the stability of the earth, nor what our society likes to call family values will save: Christ is the one. The holy gospel according to Luke. Glory to you, O Lord. The gospel of the Lord. Praise to you, O Christ. ~ 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. [4]
~ please stand ~ Hymn of the Day O Day of God, Draw Nigh Text: R.B.Y. Scot 1937, alt. 1972 and Emmanuel College, Toronto, Ontario. Music: SOUTHWELL, W. Daman, The Psalmes of Dauid, 1579, alt. After each petition: Let us pray. Come, Lord Jesus. The peace of Christ be with you always. And also with you. ~ be seated ~ Prayers of Intercession Peace The assembly is invited to share God s peace with one another saying, Peace be with you, or similar words. Faith Story 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 Night Ministry. Checks and envelope offerings support Holy Trinity s overall ministry unless designated otherwise. Offering [5]
Offertory Goodness is Stronger than Evil Four part harmony can be found at hymn 721. Text: From An African Prayer Book, Desmond Tutu (b. 1931) 1995 Desmond Tutu, admin, Random House Music [GOODNESS IS STRONGER]: John L. Bell (b. 1949). 1996 Iona Community, admin. GIA Publications. Great Thanksgiving Dialogue and preface ~ please stand ~ The thanksgiving includes the following: Holy, Holy [6]
Music: A Community Mass, Richard Proulx (b. 1937) 1971, 1977 GIA Publications, Inc. Eucharistic Prayer Memorial Acclamation Amen 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. [7]
Lamb of God Please remain standing. Communion Anthem Cantate Domino Becki Slagle Mayo Silence Prayer Blessing ~ 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. Sing to the Lord a new song, sing to the Lord all the earth. Sing to the Lord a new song: Cantate Domino. Worship the Lord with music, worship the Lord with song. Worship the Lord with music: Cantate Domino. Cantate Domino, sing unto God! Serve the Lord with gladness, serve the Lord with praise. Serve the Lord with gladness: Cantate Domino. ~ please stand ~ 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. [8]
#632 O God, Our Help in Ages Past Go in peace. Christ is coming soon. Thanks be to God! Sending Hymn Sending Postlude Nun danket alle Gott ( Now thank we all our God ) Sigfrid Karg-Elert (1877-1933) 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. SERVING IN THIS LITURGY Presiding Minister Pr. Craig Mueller Preaching Minister Pr. Michelle Sevig Minister Of Music David R. Brackley Children s Choir Director Lauren Haines Guitar John Kregor Assisting Minister Seminarian Mathew Berger Sacristan Patty Erickson Incense Troy Medlin Crucifer Peder Sevig Torchbearers Oliver Sevig, Parker Spalla Communion Assistants Marissa Uhrina, Michael Schnell Intercessor Seminarian Chelsey Olson Readers Dan McAdams, Leslie Basham Bread Baker Erin Miesner Altar Guild Rich Campbell Ken Duckmann Meditation Bell Seminarian Josh Menke Coffee Hospitality Ken Duckmann Welcome Hospitality Marissa & Joseph Uhrina, Erica & Michael Moriarty 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. [9]
HTOnTopic Nov 20 Sundays at 9:30 a.m. in St. Mark s Room PARISH NOTES Book Discussion: Being Mortal by Atul Gawande Join as we discuss HT s book for Autumn. Holy Trinity s Book for Autumn 2017 Being Mortal, by Atul Gawande COPIES OF BEING MORTAL can be purchased on Amazon or a nearby bookstore. Opportunities to discuss the book: 1. HTOnTopic Sunday mornings, 9:30 10:20 a.m. Nov 6, 13 & 20 2. Wednesday Mornings, 9:30 a.m. 3. HTLoop, HTOnTopic Saturday, Nov 12 @ 6:15 p.m. 4. Book Group Monday, Nov 21 @ 7:30 p.m. (HTLakeview) Upcoming Service Opportunities Serve A Meal At The Crib Shelter Saturday, November 19 at 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. Book Group Meeting Nov 21 Eat, Drink, Read. The book group will be meeting on Monday, November 21 at 7:30 PM here at Holy Trinity. We'll be discussing HT s autumn book, Being Mortal by Atul Gawande. Please join us, whether or not you have time to read the book! HT Prison Book Ministry Update Thanks to all for helping Holy Trinity's Prison Book Ministry ship over 3000 books to three Illinois correctional facilities over the past three years! One of these is the Fox Valley Adult Transition Center for Women in Aurora, where 130 women work in full-time jobs as they transition from incarceration to work and family life. You can help by donating good condition women's clothing, shoes, boots, purses, coats, umbrellas, etc. Please deposit in the basket in the narthex marked "Fox Valley." [10]
Thanksgiving Eve Worship & Pie Reception Thanksgiving Eve Service November 23 at 7:15 p.m. Hymn Sing, Eucharist, and Pie Reception. Speak to Josh if you can bring a pie (since pumpkin will be popular on Thursday, we are inviting folks to also consider apple, pecan, or other flavors for this occasion). Let us know also if you can stay after and help clean up! HT Movie Night Being Mortal Dec 4 Sunday, Dec 4 at 4:30 p.m. Join us as we watch the Frontline documentary, Being Mortal in light of discussions this fall surrounding our autumn book of the same name by Atul Gawande. After watching the film, we will share in a discussion. Bring food to share. About the film: FRONTLINE follows renowned New Yorker writer and Boston surgeon Atul Gawande as he explores the relationships doctors have with patients who are nearing the end of life. In conjunction with Gawande s new book, Being Mortal, the film investigates the practice of caring for the dying, and shows how doctors himself included are often remarkably untrained, ill-suited and uncomfortable talking about chronic illness and death with their patients. Parents Night Out Dec 17 Drop your kids off and have a Parents Night Out! + Next Session: Sunday, Dec 17 from 4-7 p.m. + Cost: $10.00 per family (covers food) + Ages: infant 12 (limit of 16 children) + Hosts: Patrice Macken, Paulina Heilbrunn, Sofia Hindaileh If you are interested, contact Paulina Heilbrunn (paores@gmail.comt). You will need to fill out a Child Entry Form if it s your first time. Holden Evening Prayer - Dec 7 Wednesday, December 7 at 7:15 p.m. Join us for a quiet, contemplative service of music featuring Marty Haugen's beloved Holden Evening prayer. Commemorations for the Week November 17 Elizabeth of Hungary, renewer of society, died 1231 Born in Hungary, Elizabeth was betrothed to the son of the Landgrave of Thuringia, and at age four was taken to be raised with him at the Wartburg Castle. Ten years later they were married. She was very generous to the poor, and after her husband's death she lived in cruel hardship until her own death at age twenty-four. [11]
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IF YOU HAVE NOT COMPLETED YOUR HTGOALS please do so this morning. 1. There are pens in the pews and pencils in the pew rack. 2. Use the form on the back of the bulletin. 3. Tear off the form and place it in the offering plate. You may also place the forms in the basket at the front of the church during communion or after worship 4. There are optional envelopes in the basket and at the back of the church. 5. THANK YOU for your support of Holy Trinity. HTLC MISSIONAL BUDGET Our budget in 2016 was $506,000, and we expect that to grow as Holy Trinity continues to grow. The chart above illustrates a broad overview of how that money is used, with staff salaries distributed into each program area proportional to the needs of that category. If you have any questions, or would like to know more about our budget, please email office@htchicago.org [13]
[14] Wherever you are in your spiritual life you are welcome you are invited to come and explore your spiritual questions with others at holy trinity. Life Together is a communal process of spiritual growth and renewal. Life Together is designed for those: + who did not grow up Christian and/or have not been baptized; + who are new to Lutheranism, liturgy, or a sacramental tradition; + who are estranged from the church but are now drawn to community and communal worship; + who are sensing a stirring of the Spirit, yet are filled with questions; + who may have grown up Lutheran but didn t think about it when they were confirmed, and would like to learn more about Christian faith and life in community; + who are parents wanting to grow in their faith as part of the baptismal promises they make on behalf of their children. Life Together is a place to bring questions, doubts, and hopes. Rather than giving answers (like a catechism), together we will seek wisdom for our lives from scripture, sacraments, liturgy and other Christian practices. We are making plans for LIFE TOGETHER sessions from January May 2017. There would be weekly sessions during Lent (March 5 April 2) with several additional sessions in January/February and several following Easter (April/May). We will schedule meeting times based on the schedules and preferences of the participants. One possible format is Sunday mornings 8:45 10:15 a.m. If enough people are interested, we may form several groups. To assist with our planning, it would be helpful for you to express initial interest in one of the below ways by November 30. We will provide additional information and answer questions. 1) email P.r Craig Mueller (cmueller@htchicago.org) 2) speak with Pr. Mueller, Molly Beran, Carol or Ryan LaHurd Please share this information with others you know who may be interested in baptism, returning to church after a period away, or exploring questions of faith in a supportive, open community.
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: Dec 4, Feb. 5 Upcoming baptism seminars: Nov 3, Jan 5 + 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. 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. Lead Pastor Craig Mueller cmueller@htchicago.org Associate Pastor Michelle Sevig msevig@htchicago.org Assistant Pastor HTLoop Ben Adams badams@htchicago.org 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 773.248.1233 holytrinitychicago.org 1218 West Addison Street, Chicago 60613 Accountant Paul Strome pstrome@htchicago.org Music Assistant Ayriole Frost music@htchicago.org Seminarians Mathew Berger, Chelsey Olson, Sarah Derrick, Josh Menke [15]
HTGOALS Annual invitation to reflect on your spiritual values/practices especially your giving and participation at Holy Trinity Nearly 100 households give their offerings online. This regular giving assists Holy Trinity in fulfilling its mission throughout the year. SET UP RECURRING OFFERINGS AT: giving.htchicago.org After you set up an account, choose weekly, twice monthly, or monthly recurring offerings. Name: How Will You Give? Email: I/we plan to set-up or update online giving at a later time. Please remind me by email. Please have Josh (our administrator) update the online giving (recurring) amount. Effective date: Authorization Signature: I/we plan to make our offerings by check, cash or other means. My/Our Financial HTGoals Are: $ weekly twice-monthly monthly (circle one) Keep my amount the same We encourage you to make regular worship attendance an integral part of your spiritual life. We live our baptismal faith in our everyday lives through our service at work, home, school, and in our various communities. Holy Trinity has a variety of service opportunities. If you are interested in learning more, or serving in a different way, please speak to Katie Mineck, Community Life Coordinator (clc@htchicago.org), or email the church office (office@htchicago.org). [16]