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Christ Church
Last Sunday after Pentecost
Christ the King
November 20, 2016
The Rev. Douglas Tompkins, Rector
The Rev. Judith Buck-Glenn, Associate Rector
The Rev. William Musselman, Rector Emeritus
Ms. Janet Kaido, Organist
Church Office 610-521-1626
104 Nevin St. Ridley Park, PA 19078
www.ChristChurchRidleyPark.org
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Welcome to Christ Church! We are delighted that you are
worshipping with us. All baptized persons of every denomination are
welcome to receive communion at our altar. Please introduce
yourself to one of our greeters. You are invited to put on a nametag
as you come into church. You are also welcome to fill out a pew card
and place it in the offering plate or give it to a greeter. Please let an
usher know if you are unable to come to the railing for Communion
and the clergy will come to you.
Are you looking for a church home? You are welcome to fill out a
pew card and place it in the offering plate or give it to a greeter. On
it you can indicate that you would like the clergy to call on you.
Out of respect for neighbors wishing for quiet time to pray before
the liturgy begins, please refrain from LOUD talking in the nave.
Flower Memorials – Flowers are given today in loving memory of
William Eckard, Jr., by Diane and Dave Eckard; and in loving
memory of Peggy Hammond, by Kathy Okarski and Mary Lou
Patton; and in loving memory of Elizabeth Stirling, by the Stretch
family; and in loving memory of Margel Robbins, by Gerry Martz.
Adult Ed –This week: St. Nicholas: The Real Story, Part I. Next
Week: St. Nicholas: The Real Story, Part II.
Fr. Tompkins is away today visiting family.
Our Thanksgiving Day liturgy is this Thursday at 10:00 AM. All are
invited to partake of the fruits and vegetables that will be placed on
the altar for the service.
The Episcopal Church Club of Philadelphia will be honored to have
our Bishop, the Right Reverend Daniel G. P. Gutierrez, as our guest
speaker on Tuesday, November 22, 2016. This is a wonderful
opportunity for ECCP members and their guests to meet him and
listen to the message that he is bringing to the Diocese of
Pennsylvania. The luncheon meeting will be at the Acorn Club, 1519
Locust Street, Philadelphia. The program will start with social hour
at 12 noon, followed by the luncheon at 12:30 and then his
presentation. The price for the luncheon is $35 per person. There
will be a cash bar for those who wish wine or other refreshments,
including non-alcoholic beverages. For further information, call the
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Luncheon Chair, Robert White, at 610-644-5104 or see the Church
Club website at www.episcopalchurchclub.org.
In concert with Interfaith Hospitality Network, the Outreach
committee of Christ Church is exploring the possibility of starting
homeless ministry again at Christ Church. This ministry has been
endorsed by our Vestry, assuming we have enough volunteers. We
need to know if you would be willing to help cook meals and/or
spend the night with the families who would be our guests for one
week. Please sign up at the back of church. If we have enough
volunteers we will begin this important ministry again.
Thank you to all who helped sell our pumpkins! Our 2016 Pumpkin
Patch was a great success, thanks to all our wonderful volunteers.
We grossed $14,474 in pumpkin sales and donations! Of that amount
(less the donations received) the church will net 33.3%. A very
special thank you to our chairman, Dave Smith.
Mary Lou Patton is retiring at the end of this year. Those who would
like to contribute toward a purse for her are invited to use an
envelope which may be found at the back of church. Please make
checks out to “Christ Church” earmarked “Patton purse”. Thank
you! (Don’t forget to come to her retirement party after the 10 AM
service on December 11th
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The Flower Guild is seeking old or new LEATHER-bound Bibles or
Books of Common Prayer as part of the Christmas décor for the
church windows. We prefer larger ones, but can adapt to smaller
sizes. In order to have sufficient time to preplan the arrangement of
each window, we need the books no later than November 20. All
books will be safely locked in the church prior to decorating the
church in December. See or call Ruth Pottier (610-361-8180),
Marlene Nickerson, Floss Rhine, Elizabeth Rasnake or Rev. Judy.
Thank you!
Ditty Bags – We will be stuffing the Ditty Bags for Seaman’s
Institute in Musselman hall after the 10 AM service today,
November 20. You are invited to help!
If you would like a loved one memorialized with Altar flowers, please
contact Janice Kordowski at 610-731-5252 for information on
making arrangements.
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We are now also including first responders in our prayers each
Sunday. If you know someone who is a member of a police or fire
department you would like held in prayer each Sunday, please let the
office know. We will include only the first name and last name initial.
Cradles To Crayons Update: Over the next 2 years the Junior
Women’s Club of Springfield will be holding various fundraisers,
both large and small, to help support C2C and Philabundance. Any
events that you are able to attend would be greatly appreciated. For
more information on any of the events, please contact Carole
McManus at [email protected] or 610-509-6614. The
The Youth Need Your Donations! Are you decluttering or
downsizing? In addition to any donations you might make to our
White Elephant sales, please remember the Youth Group as you are
sorting and setting items aside. We need new (or good as new) items,
most especially Christmas items, such as stocking stuffers, and
Pollyanna-type gifts. We sell these at the Youth Booth in the Deppich
Room and at the Christmas Fair. The Youth are also looking for
new, good-as-new, antique, or collectible items for the Epiphany
Luncheon and Auction. This is held after the Annual Meeting on the
last Sunday in January, which this year is January 29, 2017. This is
our last chance to build up our Youth Pilgrimage Fund for the
planned June 2017 Pilgrimage, and we will need a lot of help from
the parish. If you drop off donations, it is very helpful if you indicate
what items are intended for the Youth, or the Christmas Fair White
Elephant sales. A note taped to bags or boxes will make clear to the
sorters what you intend. Thank you all!
We now have a gluten-free option for Communion. If you require
this, please give your name and contact information to the office. We
need advance notice of your need.
Christ Church Savings Cards back and better than ever! They now
include 20% off at Langguths! And if you buy the 2017 card, you will
get the 2016 card free – good until December 2016.
Do you need a Christening gift or a gift for a godchild - or any child?
The Youth Group is selling copies of The Toddler’s Bible and The
Children’s Bible, on the table in the Deppich Room, Price marked is
below the retail price. Proceeds benefit the Pilgrimage Fund.
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Would you like to establish a fund for Christ Church through your
estate planning? Your restricted gift will ensure the continuation of
the ministry of Christ Church and will benefit your parish friends
and family for generations to come. Please speak to the rector if you
would like assistance in establishing such a fund. You might also
consider a gift to our permanent endowment fund.
Episcopal Community Services (ECS) announces ECS Home Care.
This program provides non-medical care to Episcopalians, their
family and friends. This program offers compassionate, reliable
caregivers at market rates from a source you can trust – ECS. The
proceeds from this program support the charitable mission of ECS.
Caregiver services include personal care, companionship and
overnight and Live-in Care. Call (855) 631-1112.
Military Service: Richard W. - U.S. Army; Eric C. - Army; Michael
S. - U.S. Army; Charles S., Air Force; John O. - U. S. Navy; Nicole
G., USN; David B. – USAF; Timothy N. – USMC; Tony G. USAF;
Robert W. National Guard; Michael B.; Chris W., Army; Neil S..
Marine Reserve; Jerome S., USMC; William S., Marine Corps; Mark
R. – US Army; Austin P., USMC
First Responders: Doug C., Art R., Lee E., Jesse F., Marshal N.,
Wayne M., Mitchell H.
**Please let us know when we can remove a name from this list. **
THIS WEEK’S PRAYERS REQUESTED FOR:
CONTINUING PRAYERS REQUESTED FOR: Jessica Davenport,
Megan, Cameron, Terri M., Talon, McKenzie, Rita, Shawna, Sue,
Shawn H., Carol Burgett, Lou, Austin, Maureen, Emily, Father
Mike Cassell, Steve Haupt, Joanne Smith, Sharon M., Nancy L.,
Carole, David Russell, Christine, Antonella, Rodger White, Kathy
Hawke, Don, Jan, Trevor Vogt, Richard Hagerty, Brynlee, The
Nwachukwu family, Vicki Myers, Ruth K., Julie S.
Names will remain on the continuing prayer list for a four week
period. If we do not hear from you, we will assume that prayers have
been answered and the name(s) will be removed from the list.
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Flower Memorials: William Eckard, Jr., Peggy Hammond, Elizabeth
Stirling, Margel Robbins
Participating in the Liturgy Today
Altar Guild Ushers Acolytes Lay Readers
Team III Carole Buchan Dave & Gladys Roman
8:00 AM Bill Graham Bruce Horne Backup as available 10:00 AM Pat O’Neill Bryan Gallagher Jill O’Neill general backup
8:00 AM S/C: Jason Tustin 10:00 AM S: Katelyn Patton T: Mason Hudson T: Whitaker Shumaker C: Jack Kellett Banner: Harry Cotter
8:00 AM Bill Conner 10:00 AM Pat O’Neill Katelyn Patton
Chalice
Bearers Counters
Newcomer
Greeters LEMS
8:00 AM Bill Conner 10:00 AM Cheryl Huber Betsy Kirkpatrick
Team One Roberta Lunari Captain
MPK,RH,JI,B&MW
ANGLICAN CYCLE OF PRAYER: Pray for the Diocese of the
Falkland Islands (Extra-Provincial to Canterbury, Falkland Islands
South America)
DIOCESAN PROGRAMS: Diocesan Youth Council
DIOCESE OF GUATEMALA: Iglesia Episcopal Jesus de las Palmas,
(Church of Jesus of the Palms), Cuilapa, The Rev. Juan Jose Salazar
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A Note on Today’s Readings
Proper 29: The Reign of Christ or Christ the King—Year C
Today is the final Sunday of the church year. It is the celebration of the
reign of Christ over all creation. The gospel reading presents Christ’s
kingship in its most dramatic moment, when he rules over the earth from
his cross. At this moment when he seemed the most despised and
rejected of people, he forgives the penitent thief crucified with him and
promises that he would be with him in paradise. This is the central
paradox of the Christian proclamation. Our eternal ruler revealed his
power by putting power aside and dying to save the world he created.
The first reading from Jeremiah brings God’s condemnation on the rulers
of Judah who are evil shepherds. God will come in person to gather all
the lost sheep who had been betrayed by those unworthy shepherds. God
will be the shepherd of the people and will raise up a righteous king from
the family of David to care for the people. For the first Christians, this
reading was taken to refer to Jesus.
In the letter to the Colossians, the writer uses what is though to have
been an early Christian hymn to express his most exalted statement of the
cosmic meaning of the Christ. Jesus Christ is the fullness of God, the
source and origin of all that is, and the saving ruler of the universe who
seals his rule with the blood of his cross.
In the Eucharist, we bring all the world into the risen presence of its
Lord, that the world through him might be saved. Here we acclaim the
ruler and sovereign of all things who is also our savior, our brother, and
our lover.
From The Rite Light: Reflections on the Sunday Readings and Seasons of the Church Year.
Copyright © 2007 by Michael W. Merriman. Church Publishing Incorporated, New York.
Prelude: "Jesus Shall Reign Where'er the Sun" - Charles Ore
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Ordinary Time, Proper 29 Sunday, November 20, 2016
Liturgy of the Word
All praise to thee, for thou, O King divine Hymnal 477
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The Celebrant says
Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
People And blessed be his kingdom, now and for ever.
Amen. The Celebrant says
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.
The following is sung, all standing
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The following is said, all standing
Glory to God in the highest,
and peace to his people on earth.
Lord God, heavenly King,
almighty God and Father,
we worship you, we give you thanks,
we praise you for your glory.
Lord Jesus Christ, only Son of the Father,
Lord God, Lamb of God,
you take away the sin of the world:
have mercy on us;
you are seated at the right hand of the Father:
receive our prayer.
For you alone are the Holy One,
you alone are the Lord,
you alone are the Most High,
Jesus Christ,
with the Holy Spirit,
in the glory of God the Father. Amen.
Collect of the Day
Celebrant The Lord be with you.
People And also with you.
Celebrant Let us pray.
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Almighty and everlasting God, whose will it is to restore all things in
your well-beloved Son, the King of kings and Lord of lords: Mercifully
grant that the peoples of the earth, divided and enslaved by sin, may be
freed and brought together under his most gracious rule; who lives and
reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
First Reading Jeremiah 23:1-6
All sit.
A Reading from the book of the prophet Jeremiah.
Woe to the shepherds who destroy and scatter the sheep of my pasture!
says the Lord. Therefore thus says the Lord, the God of Israel,
concerning the shepherds who shepherd my people: It is you who have
scattered my flock, and have driven them away, and you have not
attended to them. So I will attend to you for your evil doings, says the
Lord. Then I myself will gather the remnant of my flock out of all the
lands where I have driven them, and I will bring them back to their fold,
and they shall be fruitful and multiply. I will raise up shepherds over
them who will shepherd them, and they shall not fear any longer, or be
dismayed, nor shall any be missing, says the Lord. The days are surely
coming, says the Lord, when I will raise up for David a righteous
Branch, and he shall reign as king and deal wisely, and shall execute
justice and righteousness in the land. In his days Judah will be saved and
Israel will live in safety. And this is the name by which he will be called:
“The Lord is our righteousness.”
Reader The Word of the Lord.
People Thanks be to God.
Psalm
Remain seated.
Canticle 4
The Song of Zechariah Benedictus Dominus Deus
Blessed be the Lord God of Israel, *
for he hath visited and redeemed his people;
And hath raised up a mighty salvation for us *
in the house of his servant David,
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As he spake by the mouth of his holy prophets, *
which have been since the world began:
That we should be saved from our enemies, *
and from the hand of all that hate us;
To perform the mercy promised to our forefathers, *
and to remember his holy covenant;
To perform the oath which he sware to our forefather Abraham, *
that he would give us,
That we being delivered out of the hand of our enemies *
might serve him without fear,
In holiness and righteousness before him, *
all the days of our life.
And thou, child, shalt be called the prophet of the Highest, *
for thou shalt go before the face of the Lord
to prepare his ways;
To give knowledge of salvation unto his people *
for the remission of their sins,
Through the tender mercy of our God, *
whereby the dayspring from on high hath visited us;
To give light to them that sit in darkness
and in the shadow of death, *
and to guide our feet into the way of peace.
Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *
as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.
Second Reading Colossians 1:11-20
A Reading from Paul’s letter to the Church in Colossus.
May you be made strong with all the strength that comes from his
glorious power, and may you be prepared to endure everything with
patience, while joyfully giving thanks to the Father, who has enabled you
to share in the inheritance of the saints in the light. He has rescued us
from the power of darkness and transferred us into the kingdom of his
beloved Son, in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins. He is
the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of all creation; for in him all
things in heaven and on earth were created, things visible and invisible,
whether thrones or dominions or rulers or powers—all things have been
created through him and for him. He himself is before all things, and in
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him all things hold together. He is the head of the body, the church; he is
the beginning, the firstborn from the dead, so that he might come to have
first place in everything. For in him all the fullness of God was pleased
to dwell, and through him God was pleased to reconcile to himself all
things, whether on earth or in heaven, by making peace through the
blood of his cross.
Reader The Word of the Lord. People Thanks be to God.
Sequence
All stand.
Blessed be the God of Israel Hymnal 444
Holy Gospel Luke 23:33-43
All stand.
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Deacon The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to
Luke.
People Glory to you, Lord Christ.
When they came to the place that is called The Skull, they crucified Jesus
there with the criminals, one on his right and one on his left. Then Jesus
said, “Father, forgive them; for they do not know what they are doing.”
And they cast lots to divide his clothing. And the people stood by,
watching; but the leaders scoffed at him, saying, “He saved others; let
him save himself if he is the Messiah of God, his chosen one!” The
soldiers also mocked him, coming up and offering him sour wine, and
saying, “If you are the King of the Jews, save yourself!” There was also
an inscription over him, “This is the King of the Jews.” One of the
criminals who were hanged there kept deriding him and saying, “Are you
not the Messiah? Save yourself and us!” But the other rebuked him,
saying, “Do you not fear God, since you are under the same sentence of
condemnation? And we indeed have been condemned justly, for we are
getting what we deserve for our deeds, but this man has done nothing
wrong.” Then he said, “Jesus, remember me when you come into your
kingdom.” He replied, “Truly I tell you, today you will be with me in
Paradise.”
Deacon The Gospel of the Lord.
People Praise to you, Lord Christ.
Sermon The Rev. Judith Buck-Glenn
Nicene Creed
All stand.
We believe in one God,
the Father, the Almighty,
maker of heaven and earth,
of all that is, seen and unseen.
We believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ,
the only Son of God,
eternally begotten of the Father,
God from God, Light from Light,
true God from true God,
begotten, not made,
of one Being with the Father.
Through him all things were made.
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For us and for our salvation
he came down from heaven:
by the power of the Holy Spirit
he became incarnate from the Virgin Mary,
and was made man.
For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate;
he suffered death and was buried.
On the third day he rose again
in accordance with the Scriptures;
he ascended into heaven
and is seated at the right hand of the Father.
He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead,
and his kingdom will have no end.
We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life,
who proceeds from the Father and the Son.
With the Father and the Son he is worshiped and glorified.
He has spoken through the Prophets.
We believe in one holy catholic and apostolic Church.
We acknowledge one baptism for the forgiveness of sins.
We look for the resurrection of the dead,
and the life of the world to come. Amen.
Prayers of the People
All remain standing.
Let us pray for the Church and for the world.
Grant, Almighty God, that all who confess your Name may be united in
your truth, live together in your love, and reveal your glory in the world.
Silence
Lord, in your mercy
Hear our prayer.
Guide the people of this land, and of all the nations, in the ways of
justice and peace; that we may honor one another and serve the common
good.
Silence
Lord, in your mercy
Hear our prayer.
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Give us all a reverence for the earth as your own creation, that we may
use its resources rightly in the service of others and to your honor and
glory.
Silence
Lord, in your mercy
Hear our prayer.
Bless all whose lives are closely linked with ours, and grant that we may
serve Christ in them, and love one another as he loves us.
Here names of those serving in the military and first responders are remembered
Silence
Lord, in your mercy
Hear our prayer.
Comfort and heal all those who suffer in body, mind, or spirit; give them
courage and hope in their troubles, and bring them the joy of your
salvation.
Here the names of those on the parish prayer list are remembered
Silence
Lord, in your mercy
Hear our prayer.
We commend to your mercy all who have died, that your will for them
may be fulfilled; and we pray that we may share with all your saints in
your eternal kingdom.
Here the names of the departed are remembered
Silence
Lord, in your mercy
Hear our prayer.
Almighty God, to whom our needs are known before we ask, help us to
ask only what accords with your will; and those good things which we
dare not, or in our blindness cannot ask, grant us for the sake of your Son
Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
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Confession of Sin
All kneel.
Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.
Silence.
Minister and People
Most merciful God,
we confess that 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.
We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.
For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,
have mercy on us and forgive us;
that we may delight in your will,
and walk in your ways,
to the glory of your Name. Amen. The Priest stands and says
Almighty God have mercy on you, forgive you all your sins through our
Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen you in all goodness, and by the power of
the Holy Spirit keep you in eternal life. Amen.
Peace
All stand.
Celebrant The peace of the Lord be always with you.
People And also with you. Then the Ministers and the People may greet one another in the name of the Lord.
Announcements
The Celebrant says
Ascribe to the Lord the honor due his Name; bring offerings and come
into his courts. Psalm 96:8
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Offertory Anthem "And I Saw a New Heaven" - Malcolm Archer
Representatives of the congregation bring the people’s offerings of bread and wine, and
money or other gifts, to the deacon or celebrant. The people stand while the offerings are
presented and placed on the Altar.
Doxology
Praise God, from whom all blessings flow / praise him, all creatures here
below / Alleluia, Alleluia praise him above, ye heavenly host / praise
Father, Son, and Holy Ghost.
Great Thanksgiving
The people remain standing.
Celebrant The Lord be with you.
People And also with you.
Celebrant Lift up your hearts.
People We lift them to the Lord.
Celebrant Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.
People It is right to give him thanks and praise. The Celebrant proceeds
It is right, and a good and joyful thing, always and everywhere to give
thanks to you, Father Almighty, Creator of heaven and earth.
Because you gave Jesus Christ, your only Son, to be born for us; who, by
the mighty power of the Holy Spirit, was made perfect Man of the flesh
of the Virgin Mary his mother; so that we might be delivered from the
bondage of sin, and receive power to become your children.
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:
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The people stand or kneel.
The Celebrant continues
We give thanks to you, O God, for the goodness and love which you
have made known to us in creation; in the calling of Israel to be your
people; in your Word spoken through the prophets; and above all in the
Word made flesh, Jesus, your Son. For in these last days you sent him to
be incarnate from the Virgin Mary, to be the Savior and Redeemer of the
world. In him, you have delivered us from evil, and made us worthy to
stand before you. In him, you have brought us out of error into truth, out
of sin into righteousness, out of death into life.
On the night before he died for us, 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, according to his command, O
Father,
Celebrant and People
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We remember his death,
We proclaim his resurrection,
We await his coming in glory; The Celebrant continues
And we offer our sacrifice of praise and thanksgiving to you, O Lord of
all; presenting to you, from your creation, this bread and this wine.
We pray you, gracious God, to send your Holy Spirit upon these gifts
that they may be the Sacrament of the Body of Christ and his Blood of
the new Covenant. Unite us to your Son in his sacrifice, that we may be
acceptable through him, being sanctified by the Holy Spirit. In the
fullness of time, put all things in subjection under your Christ, and bring
us to that heavenly country where, with all your saints, we may enter the
everlasting heritage of your sons and daughters; through Jesus Christ our
Lord, the firstborn of all creation, the head of the Church, and the author
of our salvation.
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. AMEN.
The Celebrant then continues
And now, as our Savior
Christ has taught us,
we are bold to say, People and Celebrant
Our Father, who art in heaven,
hallowed be thy Name,
thy kingdom come,
thy will be done,
on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us this day our daily bread.
And forgive us our trespasses,
as we forgive those
who trespass against us.
And lead us not into temptation,
but deliver us from evil.
For thine is the kingdom,
and the power, and the glory,
for ever and ever. Amen.
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Breaking of the Bread
A period of silence is kept.
The Celebrant says
The Gifts of God for the People of God. Take them in remembrance that
Christ died for you, and feed on him in your hearts by faith, with
thanksgiving.
All baptized persons, whatever your denominational affiliation, are welcome to receive
Holy Communion at our altar. You may stand at the altar rail if your knees do not permit
kneeling. Please assist the chalice bearer by gently holding the base of the chalice.
Please do not hold the top of the chalice. If you wish, you may intinct (dip) the host
(consecrated bread) in the chalice. If you do not wish to receive the wine, fold your arms
over your chest. Baptized children may receive with parent's permission, otherwise they
will receive a blessing.
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Communion Hymn
Where cross the crowded ways of life Hymnal 609
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After Communion, the Celebrant says
Let us pray.
Celebrant and People
Eternal God, 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 priest blesses the people, saying
The Wisdom, the Love, and the Grace of God strengthen you to be
Christ's hands and heart in this world, and the blessing of God, Father,
Son, and Holy Spirit be with you now and evermore.
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Postcommunion Hymn
Hail to the Lord’s Anointed Hymnal 616
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Deacon Let us go forth into the world, rejoicing in the power of
the Spirit. Alleluia, alleluia.
People Thanks be to God. Alleluia, alleluia.
Postlude: "Fanfare - All Hail the Power of Jesus' Name" -- David
Cherwien
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