The Seventh Sunday after Pentecost July 27, 2014 10:00 AM The Holy Eucharist, Rite II Celebrant - The Reverend Travers C. Koerner Preacher - The Reverend Canon Steven M. Roberts Deacon - The Venerable Priscilla G. Maumus It is the tradition of the Episcopal Church to maintain silence in the worship area so that people may pray. Please help us preserve an atmosphere of quiet reverence before worship begins, remembering to turn pagers and cell phones off; let the music of the opening voluntary quiet your thoughts as you prepare for worship. The Word of God Opening Voluntary When the bell sounds, please stand and sing. Processional Hymn #372 ~ Praise to the living God!...Leoni Opening Acclamation Celebrant Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. People And blessed be his kingdom, now and for ever. Amen. Collect for Purity Almighty God, to you all hearts are open, all desires known, and from you no secrets are hid: Cleanse the thoughts of our hearts by the inspiration of your Holy Spirit, that we may perfectly love you, and worthily magnify your holy Name; through Christ our Lord. Amen. Glory to God Gloria in excelsis
The Collect of the Day Celebrant People Celebrant The Lord be with you. And also with you. Let us pray. O God, the protector of all who trust in you, without whom nothing is strong, nothing is holy: Increase and multiply upon us your mercy; that, with you as our ruler and guide, we may so pass through things temporal, that we lose not the things eternal; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. The First Lesson ~ 1 Kings 3:5-12 At Gibeon the LORD appeared to Solomon in a dream by night; and God said, Ask what I should give you. And Solomon said, You have shown great and steadfast love to your servant my father David, because he walked before you in faithfulness, in righteousness, and in uprightness of heart toward you; and you have kept for him this great and steadfast love, and have given him a son to sit on his throne today. And now, O LORD my God, you have made your servant king in place of my father David, although I am only a little child; I do not know how to go out or come in. And your servant is in the midst of the people whom you have chosen, a great people, so numerous they cannot be numbered or counted. Give your servant therefore an understanding mind to govern your people, able to discern between good and evil; for who can govern this your great people? It pleased the Lord that Solomon had asked this. God said to him, Because you have asked this, and have not asked for yourself long life or riches, or for the life of your enemies, but have asked for yourself understanding to discern what is right, I now do according to your word. Indeed I give you a wise and discerning mind; no one like you has been before you and no one like you shall arise after you. Lector The Word of the Lord. People Thanks be to God. Psalm 119:129-136 Mirabilia 129 Your decrees are wonderful; * therefore I obey them with all my heart. 130 When your word goes forth it gives light; * it gives understanding to the simple. [Refrain] 131 I open my mouth and pant; * I long for your commandments. 132 Turn to me in mercy, * as you always do to those who love your Name. [Refrain]
133 Steady my footsteps in your word; * let no iniquity have dominion over me. 134 Rescue me from those who oppress me, * and I will keep your commandments. [Refrain] 135 Let your countenance shine upon your servant * and teach me your statutes. 136 My eyes shed streams of tears, * because people do not keep your law. [Refrain] The Second Lesson ~ Romans 8:26-39 The Spirit helps us in our weakness; for we do not know how to pray as we ought, but that very Spirit intercedes with sighs too deep for words. And God, who searches the heart, knows what is the mind of the Spirit, because the Spirit intercedes for the saints according to the will of God. We know that all things work together for good for those who love God, who are called according to his purpose. For those whom he foreknew he also predestined to be conformed to the image of his Son, in order that he might be the firstborn within a large family. And those whom he predestined he also called; and those whom he called he also justified; and those whom he justified he also glorified. What then are we to say about these things? If God is for us, who is against us? He who did not withhold his own Son, but gave him up for all of us, will he not with him also give us everything else? Who will bring any charge against God s elect? It is God who justifies. Who is to condemn? It is Christ Jesus, who died, yes, who was raised, who is at the right hand of God, who indeed intercedes for us. Who will separate us from the love of Christ? Will hardship, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or peril, or sword? As it is written, For your sake we are being killed all day long; we are accounted as sheep to be slaughtered. No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us. For I am convinced that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor rulers, nor things present, nor things to come, nor powers, nor height, nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord. Lector People Please stand and sing Alleluia & Verse The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. V. Open my eyes, O Lord, that I may see the wonders of your law. [Alleluia] The Holy Gospel ~ Matthew 13:31-33, 44-52 Deacon The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Matthew. People Glory to you, Lord Christ. Jesus put before the crowds another parable: The kingdom of heaven is like a mustard seed that someone took and sowed in his field; it is the smallest of all the seeds, but when it has grown it is the greatest of shrubs and becomes a tree, so that the birds of the air come and make nests in its branches. He told them another parable: The kingdom of heaven is like yeast that a woman took and mixed in with three measures of flour until all of it was leavened. The kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidden in a field, which someone found and hid; then in his joy he goes and sells all that he has and buys that field. Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant in search of fine pearls; on finding one pearl of great value, he went and sold all that he had and bought it. Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a net that was thrown into the sea and caught fish of every kind; when it was full, they drew it ashore, sat down, and put the good into baskets but threw out the bad. So it will be at the end of the age. The angels will come out and separate the evil from the righteous and throw them into the furnace of fire, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth. Have you understood all this? They answered, Yes. And he said to them, Therefore every scribe who has been trained for the kingdom of heaven is like the master of a household who brings out of his treasure what is new and what is old. Deacon The Gospel of the Lord. People Praise to you, Lord Christ. All children nine years and younger are invited to participate in our Children s Service of the Word. Children who are guests and parents are always welcome just follow the procession and the adult leader into the Chapel after the Gospel reading. The group returns at the Peace. The Sermon
The Nicene Creed Prayer Book, Page 358 Prayers of the People, Form VI Prayer Book, Page 392 The Confession & Absolution Prayer Book, Page 393 The Peace Celebrant The peace of the Lord be always with you. People And also with you. The Liturgy of the Table Solo O Salutaris Music: Arthur Honegger (1841-1913) Carrie Deyo, Soloist Please stand and sing Offertory Hymn #644 ~ How sweet the Name of Jesus sounds...st. Peter The Great Thanksgiving ~ Eucharistic Prayer A Prayer Book, Page 361 Sursum Corda The Proper Preface Sanctus and Benedictus (Standing or Kneeling) The Eucharistic Canon Prayer Book, Page 362 Memorial Acclamation (said by all) Prayer Book, Page 363
Christ has died. Christ is risen. Christ will come again. The Great Amen The Lord s Prayer Prayer Book, Page 364 The Breaking of the Bread The Fraction Anthem The Invitation to and Distribution of Holy Communion All persons are welcome at the Lord s table; to receive Holy Communion or a Blessing. Baptized Christians of all ages and denomination may receive the elements. To receive a blessing rather than the elements, cross your arms over your chest as you kneel at the altar rail. To receive communion please hold out your crossed hands, open palms up, for the bread, and then help guide the chalice to your lips to receive the wine; cross your arms over your chest if you do not wish to receive the wine. Please blot lipstick before drinking from the chalice. You may also allow the chalice minister to dip the bread into the wine and place it on your tongue and it is permissible to receive only the bread if you like. To receive an individual prayer of healing with anointing (Unction), go to the chapel after you receive Communion. Kneel as you are able at the altar rail in the chapel leaving some space between you and the next person for privacy. Return to the cathedral after the priest has prayed with you. Solo The first one ever Music & Text: Linda Wilberger Egan (b. 1946) Carrie Deyo, Soloist Post-Communion Prayer Prayer Book, Page 365/366 The Blessing Welcome and Announcements Hymn #657 ~ Love divine, all loves excelling... Hyfrydol The Dismissal People Thanks be to God. Closing Voluntary The altar flowers are given to the glory of God in loving memory of Harriet Williams on her birthday. Please Join Us For Coffee Hour Immediately following this service we gather in Stuart Hall for refreshments and conversation; all are invited to attend. Use the exit at the front of the cathedral next to the organ pipes, turn left to access the hallway, and then follow the long hallway to the right; Stuart Hall is on the right. Guests are especially welcome. Copyrights Psalm From A HymnTune Psalter, Revised Common Lectionary Edition 2007 by Carl P. Daw, Jr. and Kevin R. Hackett. Church Publishing Incorporated. All rights reserved. Used by permission.
Alleluia From Gradual Psalms for the RCL, ed. Bruce E. Ford, Church Publishing Incorporated. Mass Setting by Robert Powell (b. 1932) Gloria & Sanctus reprinted from The Hymnal 1982. Christ our Passover reprinted under Onelicense.net #712212. Announcements The inaugural Home Church Gathering is set for tomorrow (Monday) at 6:30 pm in the home of Drs Julio and Annette Figueroa - 86 Oriole Street (near the Lakefront). Home Church Gatherings are relaxed and a simple celebration of the Eucharist, reflection on scripture, sharing our own stories, and fellowship to develop and deepen our relationships with one another. They are informal gatherings in parishioner s home in different areas of the city. Cathedral Concerts Presents a program of music by Ralph Vaughan Williams on Sunday, August 10 at 3:00 PM. Featured are Taylor Miller, Baritone, and Jesse Reeks, Pianist/Organist. The choir returns on Sunday, August 17! This is a great time to consider joining if you feel called to this ministry. Please speak to Canon Follette. Thrift Sale drop-off begins on Sunday, August 3. Please bring your items directly to Stuart Hall. Unfortunately, we do not have staff that can assist with this. If you need admittance to the back parking lot, please call the cathedral office, 895-6602, and someone will open the gate. Thrift sale preparation will be October 6-10. The sale is October 10-11. More information to come! Donors needed for Altar Flowers in Cathedral and Chapel - Please sign up today or for more information, contact Sue Blankingship - phone 885-0773 or wyattpump1@aol.com. Please consider hosting Coffee Hour after a 10:00 AM Sunday Eucharist. This is a vital part of our ministry. The sign-up sheet is in Stuart Hall. If you or a family member is hospitalized or shut-in, please contact the parish secretary during office hours or call one of us directly on our mobile phones at any time and leave a voice message if necessary. If the situation is not urgent you may also contact use via email (copying the parish secretary as well.) Please DO NOT use text messages, Facebook or any other instant message platform to communicate sensitive or urgent information, as their reliability is inconsistent. The next opportunity for Baptism is Sunday, August 10, 2014. Please speak with Canon Roberts if interested. Education for Ministry (EfM) is being continued. Bill Forman is seeking additional members for the Education for Ministry Group to continue in September at Christ Church Cathedral. The group is open to all denominations. EFM is a four-year study program sponsored by the Episcopal Diocese of Louisiana and The University of the South School of Theology. EFM provides an opportunity to develop a greater understanding of Christian Theology from the Old Testament to the present. The program also gives one a perspective to consider the possibilities of various ministries. EFM is thirty-nine years old and has thousands of graduates worldwide. The group will meet for two hours each week from September until May. For further information, please call Bill at 504-891-0524.
Looking forward... Saturday, August 16 - Back-to-school barbecue ~ Please sign up to volunteer! Wednesday, August 27 - Wednesday evening Pot Luck Supper and program led by The Rev. David Lowry Sunday, September 7 - Christian Education begins - Ice Cream Sundae Sunday, September 28 - New Orleans Vocal Arts Choral Concert Sunday, October 5 - Bishops Visitation & Confirmation. Annual St. Francis Blessing of the Animals Friday, October 10 - Thrift Sale Preview Saturday, October 11 - Thrift Sale The cathedral staff is mindful of the approaching high hurricane season. We ask that you acquaint yourself with city policy and make a plan to evacuate if necessary. If an evacuation is ordered, the cathedral property will be closed and sealed until it is safe to return. You are encouraged to visit our website, http://cccnola.org, to stay informed of our status. We also ask that you take a moment to insure that the contact information we have for you is correct. If your address, phone number, or e-mail address has changed, please fill out the following and leave it in the box at the entrances of the cathedral and chapel. Name Address Address Telephone number Cell Phone number Email address(s)
Episcopal Diocese of Louisiana The Right Reverend Morris K. Thompson, Jr., Bishop Christ Church Cathedral The Very Reverend David A. duplantier, Dean The Reverend Steven M. Roberts, Canon The Reverend W. Gedge Gayle, Jr., Priest Associate The Reverend Travers C. Koerner, Priest Associate The Venerable Priscilla G. Maumus, Deacon The Reverend Bridget K. Tierney, Director of Advent House Mr. Jarrett R. Follette, Canon Precentor Ms. Lisa Wilkie, Parish Administrator Ms. Carol Butcher, Executive Assistant to the Dean Ms. Suzette Follette, Parish Secretary & Wedding Coordinator Vestry 2015 Jim Buck, Dick Moreland Lisa Sibal, Bill Soileau 2016 Chris Beary (Treasurer), Sam Buckley (Secretary) Julio Figueroa (Senior Warden) 2017 Mikey Corcoran, Sandy Jackson (Junior Warden) Karen Whitfield 2018 Kendall Genre, Jesse George Lawrence Marrione, Rick Mithun Sunday Morning 10 AM Eucharist Live Broadcast on WGSO 990 AM Radio. Online streaming and downloadable podcast at www.wgso.com Broadcasts underwritten in part by St. Martin s Episcopal School. The Week of July 27, 2014 Sunday 7:30 AM The Holy Eucharist (Chapel) (1928 BCP) 10:00 AM The Holy Eucharist, Rite II (Sung) 11:15 AM Coffee Hour 6:00 PM Real Presence Monday 9:30 AM Staff Meeting 12:15 PM The Holy Eucharist 5:30 PM Bodytime Bootcamp 6:30 PM Holy Eucharist at the home of the Figueroas Tuesday 12:15 PM The Holy Eucharist (Chapel) 5:30 PM Bodytime Bootcamp Wednesday 12:15 PM The Holy Eucharist (Chapel) Thursday 12:00 PM Alcoholics Anonymous (Women Only) 12:15 PM The Holy Eucharist (Chapel) 5:30 PM Bodytime Bootcamp Friday 12:15 PM The Holy Eucharist (Chapel) Saturday 9:00 AM Office open until noon. 9:30 AM The Holy Eucharist (Chapel) 9:30 AM Eracism Sunday 7:30 AM The Holy Eucharist (1928 Prayer Book) 10:00 AM The Holy Eucharist, Rite II (Sung) 11:15 AM Coffee Hour 6:00 PM Real Presence CHRIST CHURCH CATHEDRAL 2919 Saint Charles Avenue New Orleans Louisiana 70115 504.895.6602 cccnola.org Please remember Christ Church Cathedral in your will.