Saint Mark s episcopal cathedral All Saints Sunday the holy eucharist with renewal of baptismal vows November 5, 2017 11:00 am
Saint Mark s episcopal cathedral Newcomers and visitors, the community of Saint Mark s welcomes you. We hope that you will feel at home in this place and in this liturgy. Ushers are available during the liturgy as well as greeters and clergy following, should you have any questions or concerns. Mothers are most welcome to breastfeed their infants during the service. Children of any age are always welcome at Saint Mark s liturgies, although child care during services is available in the Child Care Center, now located in the St. Nicholas Building to the north of the Cathedral; ask an usher to direct you. As part of our effort to serve those who cannot attend worship, this service will be livestreamed on the internet. If this raises concern for you, we encourage attendance at one of our other services each Sunday which are not livestreamed 8 am, 9 am, 7 pm, and 9:30 pm. We are grateful for your presence and participation in this community. Please be aware that incense will be used at this service. If needed, ushers can direct you to seating that will be relatively incense free. Out of respect for the liturgy we are about to celebrate, please turn off all cell phones and audible devices. Please, no photography during the liturgy. The Very Reverend Steven L. Thomason, Dean and Rector of Saint Mark s Cathedral, Presider & Preacher 2
THE GATHERING prelude Fantasia in G minor, bwv 542 J.S. Bach (1685 1750) A bell bids all to rise as able. introit These are they which follow the Lamb words: Revelation 14:4 5 music: John Goss (1800 1880) These are they which follow the Lamb whithersoever He goeth. These were redeemed from among souls, being the first-fruits unto God and to the Lamb. And in their mouth was found no guile, for they are without fault before the throne of God. hymn 287 For all the saints The Hymnal 1982 #287 tune: Sine Nomine opening acclamation Presider Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Assembly And blessed be God s kingdom, now and for ever. Amen. Presider There is one Body and one Spirit; Assembly There is one hope in God s call to us; Presider One Lord, one Faith, one Baptism; Assembly One God and Father of all. collect of the day Presider The Lord be with you. Assembly And also with you. Presider Let us pray. lmighty God, you have knit together your elect in one communion and fellowship in the mystical body of your Son Christ our Lord: Give us grace so to follow your blessed saints in all virtuous and godly living, that we may come to those ineffable joys that you have prepared for those who truly love you; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, in glory everlasting. All Amen. 3
reading Revelation 7:9 17 THE LITURGY OF THE WORD fter this I, John, looked, and there was a great multitude that no one could count, from every nation, from all tribes and peoples and languages, standing before the throne and before the Lamb, robed in white, with palm branches in their hands. They cried out in a loud voice, saying, Salvation belongs to our God who is seated on the throne, and to the Lamb! And all the angels stood around the throne and around the elders and the four living creatures, and they fell on their faces before the throne and worshiped God, singing, Amen! Blessing and glory and wisdom and thanksgiving and honor and power and might be to our God forever and ever! Amen. Then one of the elders addressed me, saying, Who are these, robed in white, and where have they come from? I said to him, Sir, you are the one that knows. Then he said to me, These are they who have come out of the great ordeal; they have washed their robes and made them white in the blood of the Lamb. For this reason they are before the throne of God, and worship him day and night within his temple, and the one who is seated on the throne will shelter them. They will hunger no more, and thirst no more; the sun will not strike them, nor any scorching heat; for the Lamb at the center of the throne will be their shepherd, and he will guide them to springs of the water of life, and God will wipe away every tear from their eyes. Reader Hear what the Spirit is saying to God s people. Assembly Thanks be to God. 4
psalm Psalm 34:1 4, 7 10 Peter R. Hallock (1924 2014) The Choir introduces the antiphon, all repeat it. The Choir chants the psalm verses, all repeating the antiphon as indicated. Organ: Everyone: Benedicam Dominum will bless the Lord at all times; * I his praise shall ever be in my mouth. 2 I will glory in the Lord; * let the humble hear and rejoice. ANTIPHON 3 Proclaim with me the greatness of the Lord; * let us exalt his Name together. 4 I sought the Lord, and he answered me * and delivered me out of all my terror. ANTIPHON 7 The angel of the Lord encompasses those who fear him, * and he will deliver them. 8 Taste and see that the Lord is good; * happy are they who trust in him! ANTIPHON 9 Fear the Lord, you that are his saints, * for those who fear him lack nothing. 10 The young lions lack and suffer hunger, * but those who seek the Lord lack nothing that is good. Pro claim with me the greatness of the LORD. ANTIPHON reading 1 John 3:1 3 See what love the Father has given us, that we should be called children of God; and that is what we are. The reason the world does not know us is that it did not know him. Beloved, we are God s children now; what we will be has not yet been revealed. What we do know is this: when he is revealed, we will be like him, for we will see him as he is. And all who have this hope in him purify themselves, just as he is pure. Reader Hear what the Spirit is saying to God s people. Assembly Thanks be to God. 5
After a brief silence the Presider stands; all rise as able for the proclamation of the Gospel. gospel acclamation Michael Kleinschmidt The Choir introduces the alleluias; all repeat. The Choir sings the verse below; all repeat the alleluias. Organ: 3 Everyone: 3 Al le lu ia, al le lu ia, al le lu ia!. The souls of the righteous are in the hand of God, and no torment will ever touch them. the holy gospel Matthew 5:1 12 Postulant for the Diaconate The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Matthew. Assembly Glory to you, Lord Christ. When Jesus saw the crowds, he went up the mountain; and after he sat down, his disciples came to him. Then he began to speak, and taught them, saying: Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth. Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled. Blessed are the merciful, for they will receive mercy. Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God. Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God. Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are you when people revile you and persecute you and utter all kinds of evil against you falsely on my account. Rejoice and be glad, for your reward is great in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets who were before you. Postulant for the Diaconate The Gospel of the Lord. Assembly Praise to you, Lord Christ. sermon The Very Reverend Steven L. Thomason 6
All rise as able. The Presider invites us to renew our Baptismal Covenant. the baptismal covenant The Presider and ministers move to the Baptismal font, located at the entrance to the nave. Presider Do you believe in God the Father? Assembly I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth. Presider Do you believe in Jesus Christ, the Son of God? Assembly I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord. He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary. He 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, and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again to judge the living and the dead. Presider Do you believe in God the Holy Spirit? Assembly 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. Presider Will you continue in the apostles teaching and fellowship, in the breaking of bread, and in the prayers? Assembly I will, with God s help. Presider Will you persevere in resisting evil, and, whenever you fall into sin, repent and return to the Lord? Assembly I will, with God s help. Presider Will you proclaim by word and example the Good News of God in Christ? Assembly I will, with God s help. Presider Will you seek and serve Christ in all persons, loving your neighbor as yourself? Assembly I will, with God s help. Presider Will you strive for justice and peace among all people, and respect the dignity of every human being? Assembly I will, with God s help. The Presider concludes the renewal of Baptismal vows with a Collect. All respond: Amen. baptismal sprinkling The Assembly is sprinkled with Baptismal water as a sign and reminder of our own Baptism. 7
prayers of the assembly adapted from A New Zealand Prayer Book Postulant for the Diaconate Gracious God, you have promised to hear when we pray in the name of your Son. Therefore in confidence and trust we pray for our needs and the needs of others. Intercessor We pray for the Church Specific prayers are offered, then the Assembly is invited to add their own prayers, either silently or aloud. O God, enliven the Church for its mission Assembly that we may be salt of the earth and light to the world. Intercessor Breathe fresh life into your people. Assembly Give us power to reveal Christ in word and action. Intercessor We pray for the world Specific prayers are offered, then the Assembly is invited to add their own prayers, either silently or aloud. Creator of all, lead us and every people into ways of justice and peace. Assembly That we may respect one another in freedom and truth. Intercessor Awaken in us a sense of wonder for the earth and all that is in it. Assembly Teach us to care creatively for its resources. Intercessor We pray for the community Specific prayers are offered, then the Assembly is invited to add their own prayers, either silently or aloud. God of truth, inspire with your wisdom those whose decisions affect the lives of others Assembly that all may act with integrity and courage. Intercessor Give grace to all whose lives are linked with ours. Assembly May we serve Christ in one another, and love as he loves us. Intercessor We pray for those in need Specific prayers are offered, then the Assembly is invited to add their own prayers, either silently or aloud. God of hope, comfort and restore all who suffer in body, mind or spirit. Assembly May they know the power of your healing love. Intercessor Make us willing agents of your compassion. Assembly Strengthen us as we share in making people whole. Intercessor We remember those who have died Specific prayers are offered, then the Assembly is invited to add their own prayers, either silently or aloud. We remember with thanksgiving those who have died in the faith of Christ, and those whose faith is known to you alone. Assembly Father, into your hands we commend them. Intercessor Give comfort to those who mourn. Assembly Bring them peace in their time of loss. The Presider concludes the prayers with a Collect. All respond: Amen. the peace Presider The peace of the Lord be always with you. Assembly And also with you. All greet one another in the name of the Lord. 8
offertory All rise as able. the great thanksgiving THE LITURGY OF THE TABLE An offering of money is received. Everyone worshipping this morning is invited to make an offering as an expression of gratitude for God s generosity. Many support Saint Mark s through pledged offerings made by credit card or via mail. Together our gifts make possible this community of welcome, reconciliation and service. anthem The Beatitudes words: Matthew 5:3 12 music: Arvo Pärt (b. 1935) Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are those who mourn: for they shall be comforted. Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the earth. Blessed are those who hunger and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled. Blessed are the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy. Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall see God. Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God. Blessed are they which are persecuted for righteousness sake: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are ye when men shall revile you, and persecute you, and shall say all manner of evil against you falsely, for my sake. Rejoice, and be exceeding glad: for your reward is great in heaven: for so persecuted they the prophets which were before you. Amen. The Book of Common Prayer, Eucharistic Prayer A At this celebration, we remember those we love but see no longer, including those who have been buried from this church in the last year: Posetta Maye Bailey Roberta Brumbaugh Shirley Irene Carr Irene Iris Cloud Rebecca Ingles Fedele Jean Iverson Julia Lawrence Mavis Leyrer Judy McKinney Carlyle Joseph Miller Ellen Rossen David Joseph Thelin Presider The Lord be Assembly with you. And al al - so with you. Presider Assembly Lift up your hearts. We lift them to the Lord. Presider Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. It is right to togive God thanks and praise. Assembly Presider It is right, and a good and joyful thing, always and everywhere to give thanks to you, Father Almighty, Creator of heaven and earth. For in the multitude of your saints you have surrounded us with a great cloud of witnesses, that we might rejoice in their fellowship, and run with endurance the race that is set before us; and, together with them, receive the crown of glory that never fades away. Therefore we praise you, joining our voices with Angels and Archangels and with all the company of heaven, who for ever sing this hymn to proclaim the glory of your Name: 9
sanctus & benedictus Rutter Organ: Presider Holy and gracious Father: In your infinite love you made us for yourself; and, when we had fallen into sin and become subject to evil and death, you, in your mercy, sent Jesus Christ, your only and eternal Son, to share our human nature, to live and die as one of us, to reconcile us to you, the God and Father of all. He stretched out his arms upon the cross, and offered himself, in obedience to your will, a perfect sacrifice for the whole world. On the night he was handed over to suffering and death, our Lord Jesus Christ 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. Therefore we proclaim the mystery of faith: All Christ has died. Christ is risen. Christ will come again. Presider We celebrate the memorial of our redemption, O Father, in this sacrifice of praise and thanksgiving. Recalling his death, resurrection, and ascension, we offer you these gifts. hea ven Bless ed Sanctify them by your Holy Spirit to be for your people the Body and Blood of your Son, the holy food and drink of new and unending life in him. Sanctify us also that we may faithfully receive this holy Sacrament, and serve you in unity, constancy, and peace; and at the last day bring us with all your saints into the joy of your eternal kingdom. All this we ask through your Son Jesus Christ. By him, and with him, and in him, in the unity of the Holy Spirit all honor and glory is yours, Almighty Father, now and for ever. All A - MEN. and Everyone: Ho is the earth ly, One are who full ho comes ly, ho ly Lord, of your glo ry. in the name Ho san of the Lord. God na Ho san of power in na in the the and high might, est. high est. 1972 Oxford University Press. 10
the lord s prayer All Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your Name, your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. Forgive us our sins as we forgive those who sin against us. Save us from the time of trial, and deliver us from evil. For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours, now and for ever. Amen. In silence, the Presider breaks the consecrated bread. fraction anthem We who are many Plainsong Mode 6 The Cantor introduces the antiphon, all repeat it. The Cantor sings the verses, all repeating the antiphon as indicated. We who are ma ny are one for we. We break this bread to share in the Body of Christ. ANTIPHON. Happy are they who come to the Supper of the Lamb. ANTIPHON invitation to communion Presider The gifts of God for the people of God. All seeking God are welcome at Christ s Table. bo dy, all Enriching Our Music 2, #147, based on Ubi caritas, adapt. David Hurd; 1998 David Hurd share in The Assembly gathers around all sides of the altar platform, guided by the ushers. If you need communion brought to your seat, please let an usher know. Rice wafers for those who do not eat wheat are available at the Presider s communion station at the front left. You are welcome to stand or kneel to receive communion. Hold out your hand to receive the bread and then eat. Guide the chalice of wine to your mouth and then drink. Or you may leave the bread in your hand for the chalice bearer to dip in the wine and feed you. To receive a blessing instead of communion, simply cross your arms over your chest. the one bread. motet Selig sind die Toten words: Revelation 14:13 music: Heinrich Schütz (1585 1672) Selig sind die Toten, die in dem Herren sterben von nun an. Ja, der Geist spricht: Sie ruhen von ihrer Arbeit; und ihre Werke folgen ihnen nach. Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth. Yea, saith the Spirit: They rest from their labors; and their works follow after them. hymn 620 Jerusalem, my happy home The Hymnal 1982 #620 tune: Land of Rest 11
All rise as able. sending of eucharistic visitors Presider One body are we. Assembly For, though many, we share one bread and one cup. Postulant for the Diaconate Go in peace, bearing holy gifts for holy people. prayer after communion Presider Eternal God, All 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. blessing The Presider asks God s blessing on the Assembly. All respond: Amen. hymn 625 Ye holy angels bright The Hymnal 1982 #625 tune: Darwell s 148th dismissal Postulant for the Diaconate Let us go forth in the name of Christ. Assembly Thanks be to God. voluntary Fugue in G minor, bwv 542 J.S. Bach presider & preacher The Very Reverend Steven L. Thomason assisting lay minister Colleen Boyns eucharistic ministers The Reverend Cristi Chapman, The Reverend Canon Jennifer King Daugherty, Kevin Johnson, Lynne Markova, Jeff McEldowney, Tim O Sullivan, The Reverend Nancy Ross, Robert Stevens, Kathy Thomason altar guild Carrie Davis Michael Murphree vergers Erik Donner, Olivier Santos thurifer Phillip Lienau acolytes Linda Chia, Joe Kasper, Kara King, Ray Miller, Lauren Witt readers Lynne Markova Dan Niven intercessor Kathy Minsch postulant for the diaconate Emily Austin usher captain Olivier Santos greeters Norva Osborn Julia Logan Marita Sheeran musicians The Cathedral Choir, Rebekah Gilmore, conducting John Stuntebeck, Organist 12 Music and texts under copyright are reprinted by permission under OneLicense.net #a-706820