Liturgy at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church Liturgy at Holy Trinity In the Loop Job, Francis Gruber, 1944 October 14, 2018 + 9am and 11am Lectionary 28
Prelude (9am) Aria on a Chaconne Joel Martinson (b. 1960) (11am) Air Jean Huré (1877-1930) 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, and/or on the way to communion, 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 Confession and Forgiveness Stand. All may make the sign of the cross, the sign that is marked at baptism, as the presiding minister begins. Kneel following the invitation from the presiding minister. 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. [2]
Stand. Turn to face the cross as it enters; you may bow as the cross passes, honoring the mystery of our salvation. OUR LITURGY IS MULTI-SENSORY and shows the significance of our bodies and all of God s creation. Used in many religions, the sweet smell of incense represents the rising of our prayers and the aroma of Christ spreading in procession throughout the world. We honor (cense) the primary symbols of the liturgy: the people, font, ambo (lectern), book of scriptures, cross, and table (altar). Gathering Hymn Making Their Way [3]
Greeting 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. Kyrie [4]
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. Many people acclaim Job as the world s most profound literary discussion of theodicy: granting a good God, why do the innocent suffer? Today s excerpt, Job 23:1-9, 16-17, is taken from the book s third set of arguments beginning in chapter 22, in which Eliphaz presses a common religious suggestion, taught by also some Christians, that people suffer because they have sinned. Job denies that he has sinned and laments that he cannot confront God with the injustice of his situation. Although Jewish tradition approves of, even encourages, the faithful to complain to God, traditionally Christians have not engaged in much communal lament, and passages such as this in Job are ready sources for the contemporary search for texts of lament. Christians have seen in this passage a metaphoric predecessor (historically referred to as a type ) of the innocent Christ praying in Gethsemane. Prayer of the Day First Reading Job 23:1-9, 16-17 Word of God, word of life. Thanks be to God. [5]
Psalm 22:1-15 Setting: Jerry R. Brubaker The cantor/choir sings the refrain and the assembly repeats. The cantor/choir sings the verses. Second Reading Hebrews 4:12-16 Refrain: My God my God, why have you forsaken me: why are you so far from my help, and from my cry of distress? O my God I cry out in the daytime, but you do not answer: at night also, but I get no relief. But you are the Holy One: enthroned on the praises of your people. Our ancestors trusted in you: they trusted and you delivered them. They called to you and were rescued: they put their trust in you, and were not disappointed. Refrain But I am a worm and something less than human: and object of scorn and an outcast of the people. All those who see me laugh me to scorn: they curl their lips and toss their heads saying. You trusted in God for deliverance: if God cares for you, let God rescue you. Refrain But you are the one who took me out of the womb: you kept me safe upon my mother s breast. On you have I been cast ever since I was born: and you are my God even from my mother s womb. Be not far from me, for trouble is close at hand: and there is no one to help me. Refrain Many bulls have come around me: great bulls of Bashan close in on me from every side. They open wide their mouths at me: like ravening and roaring lions. I am poured out like water, and all my bones are out of joint: my heart within my breast has melted like wax. My mouth is parched as dry clay; my tongue clings to my jaws: and I am laid in the dust of death. Refrain According to the author of Hebrews, writing about the time of Rome s destruction of the temple, Jewish temple sacrifices have been replaced by the death of Christ. In this passage, Jesus is likened to the high priest, who alone entered the innermost sanctuary of the temple to approach God and confess for the people. In the new situation since Christ, everyone must be laid bare before God, and everyone can approach God to receive grace. Several places in scripture compare the powerful, even potentially destructive, word of God to a sword. Word of God, word of life. Thanks be to God. [6]
Stand to welcome the gospel as Christ the Word of God as it is proclaimed among us in this place and time. Turn to face the book as the gospel is read in the midst of the assembly, a sign of Christ among us. Verse: Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the king dom of heaven. (Matt. 5:3) Gospel Acclamation Setting: Carl Schalk The choir/cantor sings the Alleluia and the assembly repeats. The choir/cantor sings the verse. Alleluia Christians receive the traditional biblical commandments, and yet we know that we cannot keep them. With the Spirit s help, together we become a new family and follow Christ, who radically alters cultural values. We are grateful that Jesus looks on us with love. Since Mark s community met for worship in houses, this passage may include reference to the gift of the church in the lives of believers. The holy gospel according to Mark. Glory to you, O Lord. The gospel of the Lord. Praise to you, O Christ. Gospel Mark 10:17-31 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. Alleluia (sung as above) 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. ~stand~ Please see page 13 for the Hymn of the Day [7] Sermon Silence Hymn of the Day How Long, O God
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 After each petition: Hear us, O God, your mercy is great. The peace of Christ be with you always. And also with you. ~ be seated ~ MEAL A special welcome to newcomers! We invite you to fill out the yellow slip in the pew rack and place it in the offering plate when you come up for communion or as you depart. We thank you for your generous support of Holy Trinity. We seek to do church differently as we address racial justice, climate change, and take stands for the rights and dignity of all people created in the image of God. Most of our congregation gives online and you can set up one-time or recurring donations at giving.htchicago.org. This week s loose offering is designated for the Chicago CROP Walk. 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. ~ stand ~ [8]
Blessed are you, Lord, God of all creation. Through your goodness we have this bread to offer, which earth has given and human hands have made. For us it becomes the bread of life. Blessed be God forever. Blessed are you, Lord God of all creation. Through your goodness we have this wine to offer, fruit of the vine and work of human hands. For us it becomes the cup of salvation. Blessed be God forever. Offertory Prayers 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, 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: [9] Preface Holy, Holy This ancient song is the musical climax of the liturgy and uses texts from Isaiah and Jesus triumphal entry into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday. At the words blessed is he who comes, some make the sign of the cross as a connection to our baptism into Jesus death and resurrection.
Thanksgiving at the Table Let us proclaim the mystery of faith: now and for ever. 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. [10]
Breaking of the Bread Please remain standing. ~ 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. Holy Trinity s radical welcome is also an invitation to baptism and a deeper connection to community. If you are not baptized, please speak to one of the pastors to learn more about the process of adult baptism. He was despised and rejected of men, a man of sorrows and acquainted with grief. He gave his back to the smiters, and his cheeks to them that plucked off the hair. He hid not his face from shame and spitting. (Text: Isaiah 53: 3, 1, 6) Communion Communion Anthem (9am) He Was Despised (from Messiah) George F. Händel (1685-1759) [11] (11am)
Communion Anthem (11am) O For A Closer Walk with God Sir Charles Villiers Stanford (1852-1924) Silence Prayer Blessing Sending Hymn Sending Postlude (9am) God, Whose Giving Knows No Ending Setting: Charles Callahan (b. 1951) (11am) Tuba Tune Craig Sellars Lang (1891-1971) O for a closer walk with God, a calm and heav nly frame; A light to shine upon the road that leads me to the Lamb! Return, O Holy Dove, return, sweet messenger of rest; I hate the sins that made thee mourn and drove thee from my breast. So shall my walk be close with God, calm and serene my frame; So purer light shall mark the road that leads me to the Lamb. (Text: William Cowper, 1731-1800) ~ stand~ 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. #678 God, Whose Giving Knows No Ending Go in peace. Remember the poor. 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 front of the sanctuary for refreshments and social time. [12]
. Hymn of the Day How Long, O God A Photo: St Francis Mural with the Wolf of Gubbio by Jim McIntosh via Flickr (CC BY 2.0). For more information about the story behind this image, visit https://www.creativecommonsprayer.com/public/st-francis-mural/ [13]
ASSISTING IN TODAY S LITURGY PRESIDING MINISTER -------------------------------------------- (9am) Pr. Michelle Sevig; (11am) Pr. Craig Mueller PREACHING MINISTER--------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Vicar Noah Herren MINISTER OF MUSIC ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- David Brackley ORGANIST (9am)-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------John Weit CANTOR (9am)---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Beth Kregor CELLO (11am)----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Lathie Norton-Washburn ASSISTING MINISTER ----------------------------------------------------(9am) Grant Peterson; (11am) Scott Kuhagen INCENSE --------------------------------------------------------------------------- (9am) Matt James; (11am) Molly Beran CRUCIFER --------------------------------------------------------------------- (9am) Maggie Peyton; (11am) Peder Sevig SACRISTAN ---------------------------------------------------------------------- (9am) Matt James; (11am) Jonas Ellison COMMUNION ASSISTANT------------------------------------------------(9am) Kristen Ruckdeschel, Andrea Schaller -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------(11am) Erik Friend, Michael Schnell MEDITATION BELL -------------------------------------------------------------- (9am) Matt James; (11am) Erik Friend READERS ---------------------------- (9am) Michelle Power, Carol LaHurd; (11am) Alex Ellison, Phyllis Geistlinger INTERCESSIONS ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Vicar Noah Herren ACOLYTE TORCHBEARERS --------------------- (9am) Anna and Ella Vicknair; (11am) Grady Donnell, Bob Vaus ALTAR PREPARATION---------------------------------------------------(9am) Rich Campbell; (11am) Anne Hulslander WELCOME HOSPITALITY----------------------------------------------(9am) Eric Breese, Mark Stolt, Adam Damerow --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------(11am) Michael Schnell, Martin Collerd BREAD-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Ken Duckmann COFFEE HOSPITALITY------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS Fair Trade Sales Today Fairly traded coffee, tea, chocolate, and more will be available for sale in the back of the church following each liturgy today. Sparkling Second Sundays after the 11am Service TODAY! Join us after the 11am service today for a festive sparkling beverage! As we move to our twoservice schedule our primary time for refreshments and social time will be between the 9am and 11am services, but on the 2 nd Sunday of each month we ll enjoy sparkling beverages after the 11am service. Holy Trinity Children's Choir Starts Today! Please make note of the date. Rehearsals are held in St. Mark's room right after Sunday School from 10:50 to 11:20. Exciting new pieces for this year's Advent/Christmas Festival will be on the agenda! For more information, please contact Lauren Haines Walerow at lauren.n.haines@gmail.com. We have a great season ahead! [14]
ONE Northside Community Forum TODAY If you were Governor of Illinois, what would you want to see funded in our state? Join ONE Northside TODAY from 3-5pm at 1207 W. Leland for a Community Forum with guests State Representative Greg Harris and State Senator Heather Steans. RSVP to Anna Gaebler, agaebler@onenorthside.org or (773) 769-3232 x20. Coffee Hospitality Hosts Needed We need hosts to provide treats and help clean up each week for the social time between the 9am and 11am services. Check the calendar on the coffee hour table or at coffee.htchicago.org and sign up. To share the load, you can sign up with another person or family. Book Group October 22 Eat, Drink, Read. The next book group meeting will be Monday, October 22 at 7:30pm at Whole Foods, 3201 N Ashland. Look for us at the large table next to the coffee bar on the first floor. We'll be discussing A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman, a novel about an endearing curmudgeon who reluctantly gets pulled into his neighbors' problems. If you like to read ahead, we'll be discussing All Our Wrong Todays by Elan Masai in November. Please join us, even if you don't have time to read the book! Serve At The Lakeview Pantry Thursday, October 25 + 5:30pm Holy Trinity volunteers assist with working the pantry counter, restocking food, repacking bulk foods, sorting clothing and other various jobs that may be needed on the last Thursday of each month at 5:30pm. Sign up online at serve.htchicago.org or speak to James Perez (ord_james@hotmail.com). Raising White Kids Workshop with Dr. Jennifer Harvey October 26 (7:30pm)-27 (9am-3pm) at Resurrection Covenant Church There exist powerful and difficult conundrums when it comes to raising white children in a society like ours. Should we teach them to be colorblind? Or, should we teach them to notice race? What roles do we want them to play in addressing racism when they encounter it? How do we best do that? This workshop is an excellent opportunity to learn. Please join us. For more information and to register visit http://rescov.org/rwk. The Ultimate Lock-in November 2-3 Join us for great night with a concert by Rachel Kurtz, and stay for the Enchanted Castle fun - video games, laser tag, go karts, etc Cost for the event is $35 which includes the concert, access to Enchanted Castle activities, pizza and $21 in game tokens. All youth, grades 7-12, are encouraged to join in on the fun with other youth from the Metro Chicago Synod. Registration required by October 25. Contact Pastor Sevig (msevig@htchicago.org) to sign-up. Scholarships available. [15]
Welcome Dinner + November 11, 5:30pm Join us for a fun and fabulous welcome dinner and get to know Holy Trinity New Members/Newcomers from the past two years. The dinner will take place at 5:30pm in Passavant Hall (upstairs, enter at 3609 N. Magnolia, neighborhood 383 parking permits provided). RSVP : office@htchicago.org. Thanksgiving Songfest + Sunday, November 18 + 4pm at Holy Trinity Joint service with the ELCA churches in Lakeview: Resurrection, Lakeview, and Church of Saint Luke. Hymns, songs, readings, and prayers. Followed by pie reception: dessert first! No neighborhood parking restrictions before 6pm Save the Date: December 9 at 4pm- Advent/Christmas Festival with Holy Trinity choirs and full orchestra Upcoming Commemorations October 15 + Teresa of Ávila (Teresa de Jesús), teacher, renewer of the church, died 1582 A mystical writer and reformer of the monastic order (Carmelites) to which she belonged, Teresa may also be commemorated with John of the Cross on December 14. Latino Christians traditionally remember her on this date. October 17 + Ignatius, Bishop of Antioch, martyr, died around 115 Ignatius was the second bishop of Antioch in Syria, the city where the name "Christians" originated. Ignatius is known to us from his letters, which encouraged Christians to live in love, yet stand firm in true doctrine. October 18 + Luke, Evangelist Identified as the author of both Luke and Acts, Luke was careful to place the events of Jesus' life in their social and religious contexts. His gospel gives us some of the most beloved parables, as well as the songs of Zechariah, Mary, the angels, and Simeon. [16]
LIFE TOGETHER 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 will run from November 2018 May 2019. 1) There will be seven Wednesday evening sessions (7:00 8:30 pm) on November 28, January 16, February 6 and 20, March 20, April 3 and 24. 2) In addition, there will be two Sunday evening sessions with a meal: March 11 and April 7. 3) For more information and last year s schedule, go to: http://www.holytrinitychicago.org/ministries/formation If you are interested or would like to find out more, please speak to or email Pr. Craig Mueller at HTLakeview (cmueller@htchicago.org). Deadline: Sunday, November 18. Life Together is a place to bring questions, doubts, and hopes. Rather than being given answers (like a catechism), together we will seek wisdom for our lives from scripture, sacraments, liturgy and other Christian practices. 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. [17]
GIVING FROM AND GIVING TO We give joyfully from the heart as a response to the all we receive from God. We give from an attitude that our offerings not only benefit the receiver but the giver as well. The spiritual discipline of giving makes us more generous people in all aspects of our lives. We give from a commitment that our baptism calls us be good stewards of the earth and its resources, and of the time, resources and abilities that God has given us. We give from the desire to counter the materialism and consumerism so rampant in our society. We give from the invitation to be good stewards of our money and resources. Some say the church shouldn t talk about money, but Jesus says much about responding to the poor, and the dangers of greed and wealth that is not shared. We give joyfully to the church (for most of us, Holy Trinity) for it is the place we receive spiritual formation through worship, community, and service. We give to the ministry of a congregation because there are costs in running a church such as salaries, program, and building expenses. We give to Holy Trinity because we value its ministry, its stance of welcome and acceptance, and the stands it takes for inclusivity, justice and equality. We give to the church and other charitable organizations because we are called to care for the poor, the needy and most vulnerable of our society. We give to the church in generous and sacrificial ways differently than we give to support a museum or public radio. Our offerings and tithes flow from our faith and spiritual commitments. [18]
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. + If the rituals and practices of our liturgy are new to you, please participate as you feel comfortable and are able. + Please fill out a yellow slip in the pew rack and place it in the offering basket. + More information on Holy Trinity, Lutheranism, worship practices, marriage and baptisms at the welcome table. Upcoming baptism dates: November 18, 2018; January 13, 2019 + 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 materials are on a rack 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. 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 to support the programs, staff, building, and ministries of Holy Trinity and the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. A large number of the congregation gives their offerings online. You can also donate online at giving.htchicago.org. We still have an offering basket available during worship as well! We appreciate your contributions of time, talent, and financial support! Welcome Dinner + November 11, 5:30pm Join us for a fun and fabulous welcome dinner and get to know Holy Trinity New Members/Newcomers from the past two years. The dinner will take place at 5:30pm in Passavant Hall (upstairs, enter at 3609 N. Magnolia, neighborhood 383 parking permits provided). RSVP : office@htchicago.org. 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. [19]
STAFF Holy Trinity: Lakeview 1218 W. Addison Street, 60613 office@htchicago.org Holy Trinity: Loop 637 S. Dearborn Street, 60605 info@htloop.org [20] 773.248.1233 holytrinitychicago.org Purpose Statement Open to the Mystery Connect, Strengthen, and Serve with Joy! Guiding Principles Act with courage Be radically inclusive Cultivate empowering relationships Delight in God s beauty Engage With Intention Lead Pastor Craig Mueller cmueller@htchicago.org Associate Pastor (HTLakeview) Michelle Sevig msevig@htchicago.org Associate Pastor (HTLoop) Ben Adams badams@htchicago.org Vicar Noah Herren nherren@htchicago.org Minister of Music (HTLakeview) David Brackley dbrackley@htchicago.org Administrator and HTLoop Musician Beau Surratt office@htchicago.org Music Assistant Ayriole Frost music@htchicago.org Administrator (Finance and Building) Paul Strome pstrome@htchicago.org Assistant Organist (HTLakeview) John Weit Children s Choir Director (HTLakeview) Lauren Haines Walerow Nursery Attendant (HTLakeview) Audrey Frost