“Thus it is written, that the Messiah is to suffer and to rise from the dead on the third day,and that repentance and forgiveness of sins is to be proclaimed in his name to all nations.”

The readings, responses and hymn lyrics are all found in this bulletin.Please join us in singing & praying from your home!

Welcome The Rev. Candace Sandfort, Rector

The Word of God

Presider Alleluia! Christ is risen!People The Lord is risen indeed! Alleluia!

The Collect for Purity

Please join us at homeGloria in excelsis, S 280 St. John’s Virtual ChoirGlo-ry to God in the high - est, and peace to his peo-ple on earth. Lord God, heaven-ly King, al – migh-ty God and Fa - ther,we wor-ship you, we give you thanks,

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St. John’s Episcopal ChurchThe Liturgy of the Word

Third Sunday of Easter 18 April 2021 10 a.m.

we praise you for your glo - ry.Lord Je-sus Christ, on-ly Son of the Fa - ther, Lord God, Lamb of God, you take a-way the sin of the world; have mer - cy on us; you are seat-ed at the right hand of the Fa-ther; re-ceive our prayer. For you alone are the Ho - ly One, you a-lone are the Lord,you a-lone are the Most High, Je - sus Christ, with the Ho - ly Spi - rit, in the glo - ry of God the Father. A - men.

The Collect of the DayThe Presider says to the people

The Lord be with you.People And also with you. Presider Let us pray.O God, whose blessed Son made himself known to his disciples in the breaking of bread: Open the eyes of our faith, that we may behold him in all his redeeming work; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

A Reading from the Acts of the Apostles Tom MinetPeter addressed the people, “You Israelites, why do you wonder at this, or why do you stare at us, as though by our own power or piety we had made him walk? The God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob, the God of our ancestors has glorified his servant Jesus, whom you handed over and rejected in the presence of Pilate, though he had decided to release him. But you rejected the Holy and Righteous One and asked to have a murderer given to you, and you killed the Author of life, whom God raised from the dead. To this we are witnesses. And by faith in his name, his name itself has made this man strong, whom you see and know; and the faith that is through Jesus has given him this perfect health in the presence of all of you.“And now, friends, I know that you acted in ignorance, as did also your rulers. In this way God fulfilled what he had foretold through all the prophets, that his Messiah would suffer. Repent therefore, and turn to God so that your sins may be wiped out.” (3:12-19)

Lector The Word of the Lord.People Thanks be to God.

All say

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Psalm 4 Cum invocarem Tom Minet

Answer me when I call, O God, defender of my cause; *you set me free when I am hard-pressed;have mercy on me and hear my prayer.

"You mortals, how long will you dishonor my glory; *how long will you worship dumb idolsand run after false gods?"

Know that the LORD does wonders for the faithful; *when I call upon the LORD, he will hear me.

Tremble, then, and do not sin; *speak to your heart in silence upon your bed.

Offer the appointed sacrifices *and put your trust in the LORD.

Many are saying, "Oh, that we might see better times!" *Lift up the light of your countenance upon us, O LORD.

You have put gladness in my heart, *more than when grain and wine and oil increase.

I lie down in peace; at once I fall asleep; *for only you, LORD, make me dwell in safety.

A Reading from the First Letter of John Deirdre Comey

See what love the Father has given us, that we should be called children of God; and that is what we are. The reason the world does not know us is that it did not know him. Beloved, we are God's children now; what we will be has not yet been revealed. What we do know is this: when he is revealed, we will be like him, for we will see him as he is. And all who have this hope in him purify themselves, just as he is pure. Everyone who commits sin is guilty of lawlessness; sin is lawlessness. You know that he was revealed to take away sins, and in him there is no sin. No one who abides in him sins; no one who sins has either seen him or known him. Little children, let no one deceive you. Everyone who does what is right is righteous, just as he is righteous. (3:1-7)

Lector The Word of the Lord.People Thanks be to God.

Please join in singing at homeSequence Hymn: “Muchos Resplandores” (Many are the Light Beams) Jon Stout & Ellen LentzMuchos resplandores, solo una luz; es la luz de Cristo. Muchos resplandores, solo una luz que nos hace uno.

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Many are the light beams from the one light. Our one light is Jesus. Many are the light beams from the one light; we are one in Christ. Muchos son los miembros, un cuerpo hay, ese cuerpo es Cristo. Muchos son los miembros, un cuerpo hay y en El somos uno.

Many are the branches, of the one tree; Our one tree is Jesus. Many are the branches, of the one tree; we are one in Christ.Many are the members, the body is one; members all of Jesus. Many are the members, the body is one; we are one in Christ.

The Gospel: Luke 24:36b-48 People’s response before the Gospel Glory to you, Lord Christ.Jesus himself stood among the disciples and said to them, “Peace be with you.” They were startled and terrified, and thought that they were seeing a ghost. He said to them, “Why are you frightened, and why do doubts arise in your hearts? Look at my hands and my feet; see that it is I myself. Touch me and see; for a ghost does not have flesh and bones as you see that I have.” And when he had said this, he showed them his hands and his feet. While in their joy they were disbelieving and still wondering, he said to them, “Have you anything here to eat?” They gave him a piece of broiled fish, and he took it and ate in their presence. Then he said to them, “These are my words that I spoke to you while I was still with you—that everything written about me in the law of Moses, the prophets, and the psalms must be fulfilled.” Then he opened their minds to understand the scriptures, and he said to them, “Thus it is written, that the Messiah is to suffer and to rise from the dead on the third day, and that repentance and forgiveness of sins is to be proclaimed in his name to all nations.”People’s response after the Gospel Praise to you, Lord Christ.

The Sermon The Right Reverend Carlye Hughes, Bishop of Newark Please join us at homeThe Nicene Creed

page 358, BCP 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,

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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: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

Please join us at home

The Prayers of the People Deirdre ComeyLeader Father, we pray for your holy Catholic Church;People That we all may be one.Leader Grant that every member of the Church may truly and humbly serve you;People That your Name may be glorified by all people.Leader We pray for all bishops, priests, and deacons;People That they may be faithful ministers of your Word and Sacraments.Leader We pray for all who govern and hold authority in the nations of the world;People That there may be justice and peace on the earth.Leader Give us grace to do your will in all that we undertake;People That our works may find favor in your sight.Leader Have compassion on those who suffer from any grief or trouble;People That they may be delivered from their distress.Leader Give to the departed eternal rest.People Let light perpetual shine upon them.Leader In your mercy, LordPeople Save us and help us. Leader Let us pray for our own needs and those of others.

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People may add their own petitions silently or aloud from home.

Please remember to unmute yourself, and then mute yourself again when finished.

The Presider adds a concluding CollectAlmighty God, by your Holy Spirit you have made us one with your saints in heaven and on earth: Grant that in our earthly pilgrimage we may always be supported by this fellowship of love and prayer, and know ourselves to be surrounded by their witness to your power and mercy. We ask this for the sake of Jesus Christ, in whom all our intercessions are acceptable through the Spirit, and who lives and reigns for ever and ever. Amen.

The Presider then saysAnd now, as our Savior Christ has taught us, we are bold to say,

The Lord’s Prayer

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.

The Bishop’s Easter Blessing

DismissalPresider Let us go forth in the name of Christ. Alleluia, alleluia!People Thanks be to God. Alleluia, alleluia!

Today’s flowers are given to the glory of God by Jenn DiLullo

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“In loving memory of my grandmother Frances DiLullo—who taught me how to bake,

how to knit, and how to say NO without being embarrassed!  She was much loved.”

ANNOUNCEMENTS

There are two new Outreach opportunities starting this week:  

First Outreach Opportunity: NORTH PORCH COLLECTION, now until Mother’s DayUntil Mother’s Day (5/9) we will be collecting items for North Porch and once again you can drop them off anytime on the Rectory Porch. During the pandemic the number of families served by North Porch increased 30%. Unfortunately, this year we were unable to provide winter coats, hats and mittens because of COVID restrictions; so we want our Mother’s Day collection to be generous! We will be collecting diapers, wipes, formula and baby toiletries. Here are some tips:

Enfamil formula: Infant, Gentlease and Prosobee are all good choices (Yellow, purple and green cans)

Baby wipes: All brands OK. Costco’s Kirkland brand 900 count is a great value.

Diapers: All brands and all sizes are needed. Most needed: sizes 4,5 and 6. Baby Toiletries: These are extras that Moms really appreciate! Diaper

rash cream, shampoo, lotion, baby wash are all good choices.

You can also make a monetary donation to support this ministry (or any of our

Outreach ministries) on our website’s online VANCO giving page:

If you have any questions or would like to learn more about North Porch, contact MarionConway and marionconway@gmail.com

Second Outreach Opportunity: DIOCESAN PRISON MINISTRYThe Outreach Committee will meet via zoom on April 21st at 8 PM via zoom.  An officer of the Diocesan Prison Ministry will be leading a discussion on the ministry and ways that St. John’s many become involved.  In order for us to participate in this ministry we will need to have a parishioner champion.  If you would like to learn more about this ministry, please let Marion Conway know and she will keep

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you posted on meeting details.  Marion can be reached at marionconway@gmail.com

Stephen Ministry Corner

Could you use a Stephen Minister?Most hurting people do not seek help themselves, so we need your help identifying people who are in difficult places in their lives—or perhaps that’s you? With over 100 hours of training, Stephen Ministers offer one-on-one, Christ-centered, emotional and spiritual support one hour weekly for however long you like—perhaps a month, perhaps a year. The care-receiver you refer could be someone from St. John’s, a coworker, family, friend, or neighbor. It doesn’t matter, Stephen Ministers are ready to help. So if you, or someone you know is hurting because they‘ve lost a job, a loved one, their health, their joy; or are struggling from isolation due to the pandemic, or divorce, aging, moving, empty nest, or other difficult life transitions please contact Rev. Candace or Ellen Lentz to request care for you or someone you know, or just to learn more about Stephen Ministry: EllenLinLentz@gmail.com or 650-238-8760. All care is strictly confidential.

Want to hear what it’s like to receive care? Listen to Care Receivers Tell Their StoriesHere is some of what you’ll hear from care-receivers:

“My Stephen Minister brought what is in my head to my heart!” “My Stephen Minister was church to me. She was consistent and persistent

in caring for me.”

“My Stephen Minister did not tell me what to do. She just showed up and was there to walk side-by-side with me. “

“My Stephen Minister helped me to reconnect with God in my crisis.” “My Stephen Minister was Jesus to me. She refused to give up on me.” “I can totally trust my Stephen Minister. It is easy for me to talk to him. “

Prayer & Share

Please join us in our weekly “Prayer and Share Zoom Meeting”, Thursday at 7 p.m.

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1. Future hosts: 4/22 Patty Dreher 4/29 Ellen Lentz

Please use the following same link & password every week for “Prayer & Share”To join Zoom Meeting:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/823943733Meeting ID: 823 943 733Passcode: 406925 (if you need it)

You are welcome to post prayer requests or share useful information or meaningful messages with us in the GoogleDoc below. The document is titled “Share, Pray and

Come Alive Together” https://docs.google.com/document/d/1mvaRdENeWL0NKbREuAKE1BQNbHnbhX4

SvLMxxEhrujU/edit?usp=sharing

The following flower donation dates are still available in Mayto celebrate a birthday or anniversary or remember a loved one:

May 16th

May 30th

Use the QR code above under “Outreach” OR mail your $75 donation to St. John's OR leave it in the mail slot outside the Parish Hall OR pay via our website—just click the “Online Payment” tab on our

homepage

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