Liturgy at Holy Trinity in the Loop Liturgy at Holy Trinity In the Loop August 25, 2018 + 5pm Lectionary 21
Prelude Almande Prelude in G Major Henry Purcell (1659-1695) Help Us Create SACRED SPACE by powering down Please do not use cell phones and other electronic devices. The ringing of the meditation bowl calls us to silence, centering and reflection as we prepare for worship. As you pass the baptismal font upon entering or leaving the church you may dip your hand in the water and make the sign of the cross. This is an ancient body prayer to remember you are a baptized child of God. Simply touch your forehead to chest, then your left to right shoulder. GATHERING Please stand, as you are able, as the introduction to the hymn concludes. Gathering Hymn Christ Is Made the Sure Foundation [2]
During the greeting the presiding minister and assembly bow toward one another. We learn from Eastern cultures the deep significance of a bow as a sign of mutuality and the presence of Christ among us. 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 This year Holy Trinity uses an option for the first reading from the Hebrew scriptures (often called the Old Testament). Rather than complement the themes in the gospel, this cycle reads through the narratives related to the Davidic covenant and wisdom literature in a semi-continuous way. As much as possible, sermons will draw out key themes from these passages. In today s story, Solomon has built the temple in Jerusalem and put the ark of the covenant there. This passage includes part of the prayer Solomon prays at the dedication of the temple. He prays for the fulfillment of God s promises to David and for God to hear the prayers of all the faithful. Greeting Prayer of the Day First Reading 1 Kings 8:1, 6, 10-11, 22-30, 41-43 Word of God, word of life. Thanks be to God. [3]
Psalm 84 Paraphrase: Jonathan Asprey The cantor sings the first verse and the assembly sings verses 2-4. [4]
Following the Psalm a period of silence is kept. Stand, as you are able, to welcome the gospel as Christ the Word of God as it is proclaimed among us in this place and time. Gospel Acclamation The cantor sings the Alleluia and the assembly repeats. The cantor sings the verse. Verse: Alleluia Lord, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life. (John 6:68) In concluding a chapter that speaks repeatedly of eating Christ s flesh, the fourth evangelist writes that the flesh is useless. Thus he has elaborated on a metaphor, yet then reminds the reader that it was only a metaphor. The metaphors are the vehicles that proclaim the words of eternal life. The gospel calls also us, along with the Twelve, to receive Christ, to live in him. The holy gospel according to John. 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. [5] Gospel John 6:56-69 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
Hymn of the Day How Blessed Is This Place ~ please stand as you are able ~ Prayers of Intercession Peace The assembly is invited to share God s peace with one another saying, Peace be with you, or similar words. After each petition: Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer. The peace of Christ be with you always. And also with you. ~please be seated~ [6]
MEAL Some of us give online; others place offerings in the basket. Honoring that we also share our gifts and talents in our daily lives, please touch the basket as it is passed through the assembly--a sign of your self-offering to God. Gathering of Gifts and Setting the Table Offertory Hymn As The Grains of Wheat Following the offertory hymn we gather close around the table. You need only bring the bulletin if you need it for the responses. The Great Thanksgiving The thanksgiving includes the following: Dialogue [7]
Preface Holy, Holy Thanksgiving at the Table 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, through our Savior Jesus Christ; who on this day overcame death and the grave, and by his glorious resurrection opened to us the way of everlasting life. And so, with all the choirs of angels, with the church on earth and the hosts of heaven, we praise your name and join their unending hymn: Sung at the direction of the leader. The responses during the Thanksgiving at the Table echo the presiding minister. Let us proclaim the mystery of faith: Christ has died. Christ is risen. Christ will come again. with the Holy Spirit, in your holy Church, both now and forever. 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. [8]
Lamb of God (sung at the direction of the leader) All are welcome at Christ's table, including children. Bread is received in the hands. Wine is received either by drinking from the cup, or by saving the bread and dipping it in the 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. ~please stand as you are able ~ Let us pray. brief silence Amen. Breaking of the Bread Communion Silence Prayer Blessing SENDING [9]
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. Sending Hymn Living Stones Sending Go in peace. Share the good news. Thanks be to God! Worship Acknowledgements Text, music, and images for the liturgy is reprinted from Sundays and Seasons.com. Copyright 2007 Augsburg Fortress. All righ ts reserved. Reprinted by permission under Augsburg Fortress Liturgies Annual License # 26481. Breaking of the Bread: Words and Music by Jacques Berthier, 1984, Les Presses de Taizé, GIA Publications, Inc., agent. Unless otherwise noted, all other music and te xt reprinted under permission of OneLicense.net #A-707777. [10]
SERVING IN THIS LITURGY PRESIDING MINISTER ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Pr. Craig Mueller MUSICIAN --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Beau Surratt ASSISTING MINISTER ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Vicar Noah Herren READER ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- COMMUNION ASSISTANT -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Geraldine Kruse SACRISTAN------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Ernest Vasseur USHER/GREETER ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Tony and Geraldine Kruse RECEPTION ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Erica Bohac and Chris Prokop NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS Is This Your First Time Or Are You A Newcomer? Welcome! We are so glad you are worshipping with us. Please sign the yellow slip on the entry area table following worship. It helps us know how you heard about HTLoop. You can also sign up to receive our e-newsletter. Can't Make It On A Saturday Night? Worship on Sunday mornings: + Here at Grace Place at 10:00 a.m. Grace Episcopal Church. + At Holy Trinity's Lakeview site, 1218 W. Addison 9:30am Lasagna Dinner September 15 Saturday, September 15 following worship The 2018-2019 school year is just about underway! Join us as we invite students for worship and a meal from the South Loop Colleges and Universities, as well as seminarians from the Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago! We will have lasagna provided by Inspiration Kitchen, and dessert provided by you! Signup on the sheet in the entryway or at lasagna.htchicago.org if you can provide a dessert and/or help with set up/clean up. Serve With The South Loop Campus Ministry + Community meal every Sunday 7:00 p.m. at Grace Place Serve a meal and dine with members of the community. CROP Hunger Walk October 14 The 35th annual Chicago CROP Hunger Walk will take place this year on October 14! Save the date and stay tuned for more details about fundraising and walking with the Holy Trinity Team! Interested in being the Holy Trinity team captain? Email Pastor Ben (badams@htchicago.org) for more information. [11]
WELCOME! WHOEVER YOU ARE, wherever you re from, whatever the color of your skin or who you love, and whatever your feelings about organized religion and church, you are welcome at Holy Trinity. RESTROOMS: Second floor: to the left of the altar, along the windows. Street level: off the large room. PARKING: Free parking is available at Jones College Prep (Harris and South Plymouth Court). Do not park in the spaces marked I- Go Car, the engineer spots, or the handicapped spaces (unless you have credentials to do so). A greeter will provide a laminated display for your front dashboard (under the window). HOLY TRINITY is one congregation that holds services in two sites: on Saturday nights at Grace Place, and on Sunday mornings at 1218 W. Addison in the Lakeview community. Please contact Pastor Craig Mueller or Pastor Ben Adams if you are interested in becoming a member or associate member of Holy Trinity. WOULD YOU LIKE TO FIND OUT MORE about Holy Trinity? Go to: holytrinitychicago.org. You can sign up for our weekly e- newsletter there as well. Holy Trinity: Lakeview 1218 W. Addison Street, 60613 office@htchicago.org Holy Trinity: Loop 637 S. Dearborn Street, 60605 info@htloop.org STAFF Lead Pastor Craig Mueller cmueller@htchicago.org Associate Pastor Michelle Sevig msevig@htchicago.org Associate Pastor (HTLoop) Ben Adams badams@htchicago.org Vicar Noah Herren nherren@htchicago.org Musician / Ministry Associate Beau Surratt bsurratt@htchicago.org Finance/Building Administrator Paul Strome pstrome@htchicago.org [12] 773.248.1233 holytrinitychicago.org