May 6, 2018 Holy Eucharist - ssam.org · *PROCESSION HYMN # 400 (vs. 1-3, 7) “All creatures of our God and King ”

The Episcopal Church ofSaints Andrew and Matthew

THE SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTER

May 6, 20188:00 and 10:30 a.m.

Holy Eucharist

BCP refers to the Book of Common Prayer.Hymns marked # and service music marked S are found in the Hymnal 1982.

Hymns marked (LEVAS II) are found in Lift Every Voice and Sing.

As the candles are lighted, please enterinto prayerful silence until the liturgy begins.

*VOLUNTARY “Variations on a Folksong” Florence Beatrice Price (1887-1953)

GREETING

*PROCESSION HYMN # 400 (vs. 1-3, 7) “All creatures of our God and King” Lasst uns erfreuen

Alleluia! Christ is risen!The Lord is risen indeed. Alleluia!

COLLECT FOR PURITY (all in unison)

Almighty God, to you all hearts are open, all desires known, and from you no secrets arehid: Cleanse the thoughts of our hearts by the inspiration of your Holy Spirit, that we mayperfectly love you, and worthily magnify your holy Name; through Christ our Lord. Amen.

GLORIA IN EXCELSIS “Gloria in excelsis” Craig Phillips (b. 1961)

Choir: 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. ANTIPHON (all singing)

Choir: 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.

ANTIPHON Choir: 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.

ANTIPHONGod be with you.And also with you.Let us pray

COLLECT OF THE DAY

O GOD, YOU HAVE PREPARED for those who love you such good things as surpass ourunderstanding: Pour into our hearts such love towards you, that we, loving you in all thingsand above all things, may obtain your promises, which exceed all that we can desire; throughJesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for everand ever. Amen.

All sit for the readings.

THE WORD OF GOD

At the conclusion of each Reading:Hear what the Spirit is saying to God’s People.Thanks be to God.

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FIRST READING Acts 10:44-48

While Peter was still speaking, the Holy Spirit fell upon all who heard the word. Thecircumcised believers who had come with Peter were astounded that the gift of the HolySpirit had been poured out even on the Gentiles, for they heard them speaking in tongues andextolling God. Then Peter said, “Can anyone withhold the water for baptizing these peoplewho have received the Holy Spirit just as we have?” So he ordered them to be baptized in thename of Jesus Christ. Then they invited him to stay for several days.

PSALM 98 (*all singing) Cantate Domino Ivor Algernon Atkins

1 Sing to the Lord a | new | song, * for | he has • done | marv’lous | things.

2 With his right hand and his | holy | arm * has he | won for • him|self the | victory.

3 The Lord has made | known his | victory; * his righteousness has he openly | shown • in the | sight • of the | nations.

4 He remembers his mercy and faithfulness to the | house of | Israel, * and all the ends of the earth have seen the | victory | of our | God.

5 Shout with joy to the Lord, | all you | lands; * lift up your | voice, re|joice, and | sing.

6 Sing to the | Lord • with the | harp, * with the | harp • and the | voice of | song.

7 With trumpets and the | sound of • the | horn * shout with joy be|fore the | King, the | Lord.

8 Let the sea make a noise and | all that • is | in it, * the lands and | those who | dwell there|in.

9 Let the rivers | clap their | hands, * and let the hills ring out with joy before the Lord, when he | comes to | judge the | earth.

10 In righteousness shall he | judge the | world * - | and the | peoples • with | equity.

Continues with the Gloria patri on the next page

Glory be to the Father, and | to the | Son, and | to the | Holy | Ghost:

As it was in the beginning, is now, and | ever | shall be, world without | end. | A|men.

SECOND READING 1 John 5:1-6

Everyone who believes that Jesus is the Christ has been born of God, and everyone who loves theparent loves the child. By this we know that we love the children of God, when we love God andobey his commandments. For the love of God is this, that we obey his commandments. And hiscommandments are not burdensome, for whatever is born of God conquers the world. And this is thevictory that conquers the world, our faith. Who is it that conquers the world but the one who believesthat Jesus is the Son of God? This is the one who came by water and blood, Jesus Christ, not withthe water only but with the water and the blood. And the Spirit is the one that testifies, for the Spiritis the truth.

All who are able, stand as the Gospel Book is carried in procession.

*HYMN #700 “O love that casts out fears” Moseley

THE HOLY GOSPEL John 15:9-17

Congregational Response: Glory to you, Lord Christ

Jesus said to his disciples, “As the Father has loved me, so I have loved you; abide in my love. If youkeep my commandments, you will abide in my love, just as I have kept my Father’s commandmentsand abide in his love. I have said these things to you so that my joy may be in you, and that your joymay be complete. This is my commandment, that you love one another as I have loved you. No onehas greater love than this, to lay down one’s life for one’s friends. You are my friends if you do whatI command you. I do not call you servants any longer, because the servant does not know what themaster is doing; but I have called you friends, because I have made known to you everything that Ihave heard from my Father. You did not choose me but I chose you. And I appointed you to go andbear fruit, fruit that will last, so that the Father will give you whatever you ask him in my name. I amgiving you these commands so that you may love one another.”

Congregational Response: Praise to you, Lord Christ

SERMON

THE NICENE CREED

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,

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true God from true God, begotten, not made, of one Being with the Father; through him all things were made. For us and for our salvation

he came down from heaven,was incarnate of the Holy Spirit and the Virgin Maryand became truly human.For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate;he suffered death and was buried.On the third day he rose againin accordance with the Scriptures;he ascended into heavenand 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, who with the Father and the Son is worshiped and glorified, who 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

Let us, God’s people, pray.

Christ Jesus, Born of God, as you chose us to be bearers of the fruit of your eternal love, liftus from the shadows of doubt and awaken our souls to follow your Commandments to loveone another, and to fully abide in you.

God of Mercy and FaithfulnessGrow us in faith to act always with love

Christ Jesus, Born of God, grant us such consciousness of our gifts from the Spirit, that wehold ourselves and those who govern throughout this planet, this country, and thiscommunity, accountable; acting always to uphold your standards of righteousness and equity,on behalf of all people everywhere. We pray especially for: Donald, our President; Tom,Chris, and Lisa, our Members of Congress; John, our Governor; Matt, our County Executive;and Mike, our Mayor.


Christ Jesus, Born of God, lovingly embrace with healing all those who are ill in body, mind,or soul, and all who give them love and care. We now join our voices to pray aloud for thosein need…


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Christ Jesus, Born of God, with trumpets and the sound of the horn you shout with joy, asthose who have risen above this earthly plain are welcomed to the everlasting peace of newlife in you. We pray especially for: Hilda Davis, Alyce Foster, Walter Hall, Robert Jones,William PeVerill and Louise Spaulding.


Christ Jesus, Born of God, we pause in this moment to offer you our other heartfeltthanksgivings, intercessions, petitions, and memorials, aloud or silently…


Christ Jesus, Born of God, we offer special thanksgivings for those among us who areanointed to teach and lead us in your Word and Ways. Grant them continual renewal ofpurpose and endless replenishment of vigor. We pray especially for: Michael, our PresidingBishop; Kevin our Bishop; David, our Rector; Lloyd, our Rector Emeritus; Emily and Peter,our Associate Priests; Maryann, our Lay Pastoral Associate and Barbara, our Celebrant. Wealso pray for the Anglican Church of Kenya; and the people of La Natividad, Hidalgo,Mexico; and St. Mary's Church, Bridgeville.


The Celebrant adds the following prayer.God of All and Everyone, infuse us with the inner peace and fortitude to let the actions of ourlives be the instruments of rejoicing that play a new song of faith and love, each and everyday. We ask through Jesus, your Son, and the Truth of the Holy Spirit, who together withyou, are One God, now and forever. Amen

PEACE The peace of Christ be always with you.And also with you.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

THE HOLY COMMUNIONGluten-free wafers are at the station at the center of the altar railing

OFFERTORY

*ANTHEM “I believe this is Jesus” Spiritual, arr. Undine Smith Moore

I believe this is Jesus. Come and see! Come and see!I believe this is Jesus. Come and see! Come and see!

1. The light of God shines in His face.Come and see! Come and see!He offers all his pard'ning graceCome and see! Come and see!

2. The love of God shines in His eyesCome and see! Come and see!He tells of mansions in the skies.Come and see! Come and see!

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*HYMN # 12 (LEVAS II) “We’re Marching to Zion” Robert S. Lowry

THE GREAT THANKSGIVING Eucharistic Prayer 1 from Enriching our Worship I

The Lord be with you.And also with you.Lift up your hearts.We lift them to the Lord.Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.It is right to give God thanks and praise.

It is truly right, and good and joyful, to give you thanks, all-holy God, source of life andfountain of mercy.

You have filled us and all creation with your blessing and fed us with your constant love; youhave redeemed us in Jesus Christ and knit us into one body. Through your Spirit youreplenish us and call us to fullness of life.

Therefore, joining with Angels and Archangels and with the faithful of every generation, welift our voices with all creation as we sing (say):

SANCTUS (*all singing) “Sanctus and Benedictus” Craig Philips (b. 1961)

Blessed are you, gracious God, creator of the universe and giver of life. You formed us inyour own image and called us to dwell in your infinite love. You gave the world into our

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care that we might be your faithful stewards and show forth your bountiful grace. But wefailed to honor your image in one another and in ourselves; we would not see your goodnessin the world around us; and so we violated your creation, abused one another, and rejectedyour love. Yet you never ceased to care for us, and prepared the way of salvation for allpeople. Through Abraham and Sarah you called us into covenant with you. You delivered usfrom slavery, sustained us in the wilderness, and raised up prophets to renew your promise ofsalvation.

Then, in the fullness of time, you sent your eternal Word, made mortal flesh in Jesus. Borninto the human family, and dwelling among us, he revealed your glory. Giving himself freelyto death on the cross, he triumphed over evil, opening the way of freedom and life.

On the night before he died for us, Our Savior Jesus Christ took bread, and when he hadgiven thanks to you, he broke it, and gave it to his friends, and said: “Take, eat: This is myBody which is given for you. Do this for the remembrance of me.”

As supper was ending, Jesus took the cup of wine, and when he had given thanks, he gave itto them, and said: “Drink this, all of you: This is my Blood of the new Covenant, which ispoured out for you and for all for the forgiveness of sins. Whenever you drink it, do this forthe remembrance of me.”

Therefore we proclaim the mystery of faith:Christ has died.Christ is risen.Christ will come again.

Remembering his death and resurrection, we now present to you from your creation thisbread and this wine. By your Holy Spirit may they be for us the Body and Blood of ourSavior Jesus Christ. Grant that we who share these gifts may be filled with the Holy Spiritand live as Christ’s Body in the world. Bring us into the everlasting heritage of yourdaughters and sons, that with Blessed Andrew and Matthew all your saints, past, present, andyet to come, we may praise your Name for ever.

Through Christ and with Christ and in Christ, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, to you be honor,glory, and praise, for ever and ever.

*AMEN - HYMN # 262 (LEVAS II) Roland M. Carter

(sung at the conclusion of the Eucharistic Prayer)

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THE LORD’S PRAYER (contemporary) BCP 364

As our Savior Christ has taught us, we now pray: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.

BREAKING OF THE BREAD

FRACTION ANTHEM (all singing) “Christ Our Passover” Craig Phillips (b. 1971)

The choir adds the following verse.Christ our Passover is sacrificed for us;therefore let us keep the feast.

The ANTIPHON is repeated by all

INVITATION (all in unison)

This is the table, not of the Church but of the Lord. It is made ready for those who seekhim, those who love him and those who want to love him more. So come, you who havemuch faith and you who have little, or are questioning faith. You who have been hereoften and you who have not been for a long time or ever before, You who have tried tofollow and you who have failed. Come, not because the Church invites you; It is Christwho invites you to be known, fed, and loved here.

COMMUNION (Everyone is invited to Holy Communion)

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*ANTHEM “Panis angelicus” César Franck (1822-1890)

Panis angelicusfit panis hominum;Dat panis cœlicusfiguris terminum:O res mirabilis!Manducat DominumPauper, Pauper,servus et humilis

May the Bread of AngelsBecome bread for mankind;The Bread of Heaven putsAll foreshadowings to an end;Oh, thing miraculous!The body of the Lord will nourishthe poor, the poor,the servile, and the humble

*HYMN (music on facing page) “Muchos Resplandores” Tjänsterna© Olle Widestrand, harm. Skinner Chávez Melo (1944-1992)

© harm. Skinner Chavez-Melo

SENDING FORTH OF THE EUCHARISTIC VISITORS

In the name of God and of this congregation, we send you forth bearing these holy gifts, that those to whom you go may share with us in Christ's body and blood.We who are many are one body, because we all share one bread, one cup.

POST COMMUNION PRAYER (said by all)

Almighty God, may we who share Christ’s body live his risen life; we who drink his cupbring life to others; we whom the Spirit lights give light to the world. Keep us firm in thehope you have set before us, so we and all your children shall be free, and the whole earthlive to praise your name. AMEN.

COLLECT FOR THE END OF RACISM

Divine Creator, you have made of one blood, all people to dwell upon the face of the Earth,and through Christ you have broken down the dividing wall between all tribes ofhumanity. Grant us the will and the courage to tear down all that divides us one fromanother. May our jealousies be shamed, our arrogance brought low, and all our prejudiceand fear of one another be done away; that the bonds of mutual respect may unite allpeople, and we may live in peace together to the glory of your name; through the sameJesus Christ, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, throughout eternity.Amen.

BLESSING

*HYMN # 292 “O Jesus, crowned with all renown” Kingsfold

THE DISMISSALLet us go forth in the name of Christ. Alleluia, Alleluia.Thanks be to God. Alleluia, Alleluia.

*VOLUNTARY

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Muchos resplandoresMany are the light beams

PARTICIPANTS IN THE SERVICE

The Reverend Barbara Melosh, Celebrant and PreacherThe SsAM Adult Choir

David Christopher, Organist, Director of Music and Associate for Liturgy

SERVING THIS WEEK

-8:00 AM –

Greeter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . John GoodillEucharistic Ministers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Linda Jackson

Maryann YoungerAcolyte. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ron JacksonFirst Reading/Psalm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Janet FieldingSecond Reading/PoTP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Linda JacksonCentering Space. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pat SaundersGift Bearers. . . . . . . Ana Washington, Paulyne WebsterUsher. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Leroy Trotz

– 10:30 AM –Greeting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Michelle SmithEucharistic Ministers. . . . Tracey Dixon, Yvonne Gordon,

Lore Noyes (GF) Liturgical Assistant. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Eudel DrainAcolytes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Al Brock, Silas Harrison,

Tracey Dixon, Lore Noyes, Jude OumaFirst Reading. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Yvonne GordonSecond Reading. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bob RichmondPrayers of the People. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tracey DixonGift Bearers .. . . . . . . . . . . Shirley Bynoe, Leslie ClouserCentering Space. . . . . . . . Maryann Younger, Rob GurneeEucharistic Visitors .. . . . . . . . . Ernestine Brock-Walker,

Cyndi DombrowskiUshers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jenna Christy, Retha Fisher,

Henry Gaskell, Patty Greene

Counters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Edythe Bryant, Cyndi Dombrowski, Eunice Trotz

The Prayers of the People were composed by Christina Brennan Lee

SERVING NEXT WEEK 5/13/2018The Reverend Barbara Melosh, Celebrant and Preacher

– 8:00 AM –

Greeter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cynthia Primo MartinEucharistic Ministers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wanda Smith

Maryann YoungerAcolyte. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wanda SmithFirst Reading/Psalm . . . . . . . . . Cynthia Primo MartinSecond Reading/PoTP . . . . . . . . . . Maryann YoungerGift Bearers. . . . . Ana Washington, Paulyne WebsterUsher. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dot Dorsey

– 10:30 AM –Greeting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dave ClouserEucharistic Ministers. . . . . . . . . . . . Tom Roberts, Al Brock

D-L Casson (GF) Liturgical Assistant. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Barbara HenryAcolytes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Al Brock, Walt Meredith,

Calec Perez Cruz, Gracie GaskellFirst Reading. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Joyce BembrySecond Reading. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tom NoyesPrayers of the People. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Retha FisherGift Bearers .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Nana Soto, Anita YoungEucharistic Visitors .. . . . . . . . Carol Scott, Cheryl ThomasUshers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Alice Smith, Buck Smith, TBD

Counters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dot Dorsey, Pat Griffin

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