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Order of Service
Voluntary • Jesus Christus, unser Heiland, BWV 665 Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750)
(“Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior”)
The people are invited to stand
Hymn • 657, “Love divine, all loves excelling” Hyfrydol
Liturgy of the Word
Celebrant Alleluia, Christ is risen.
People The Lord is risen indeed. Alleluia.
A Song of Praise, S-236 John Rutter (b.1945)
Collect of the Day
Celebrant
The Lord be with you
People
And also with you.
Celebrant
Let us pray.
Almighty and everlasting God, who in the Paschal mystery established the new covenant of reconciliation: Grant that all who have been reborn into the fellowship of Christ's Body may show forth in their lives what they profess by their faith; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.
All
Amen.
Please be seated
Lesson • Acts 4:32-35
Lector
A reading from the book of Acts.
Now the whole group of those who believed were of one heart and soul, and no one claimed private ownership of any possessions, but everything they owned was held in common. With great power the apostles gave their testimony to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus, and great grace was upon them all. There was not a needy person among them, for as many as owned lands or houses sold them and brought the proceeds of what was sold. They laid it at the apostles' feet, and it was distributed to each as any had need.
Lector
Hear what the Spirit is saying to God’s people.
People
Thanks be to God
Psalm • Psalm 133 Ecce, quam bonum! Plain Chant, Mode 6
BCP p. 787
Epistle • 1 John 1:1-2:2
Lector
A reading from John.
We declare to you what was from the beginning, what we have heard, what we have seen with our eyes, what we have looked at and touched with our hands, concerning the word of life-- this life was revealed, and we have seen it and testify to it, and declare to you the eternal life that was with the Father and was revealed to us-- we declare to you what we have seen and heard so that you also may have fellowship with us; and truly our fellowship is with the Father and with his Son Jesus Christ. We are writing these things so that our joy may be complete.
This is the message we have heard from him and proclaim to you, that God is light and in him there is no darkness at all. If we say that we have fellowship with him while we are walking in darkness, we lie and do not do what is true; but if we walk in the light as he himself is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus his Son cleanses us from all sin. If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. If we confess our sins, he who is faithful and just will forgive us our sins and cleanse us from all unrighteousness. If we say that we have not sinned, we make him a liar, and his word is not in us.
My little children, I am writing these things to you so that you may not sin. But if anyone does sin, we have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous; and he is the atoning sacrifice for our sins, and not for ours only but also for the sins of the whole world.
Lector
Hear what the Spirit is saying to God’s people.
People
Thanks be to God
The people are invited to stand
Gradual Hymn • 487, “Come, my Way, my Truth, my Life” The Call
Please remain standing
Holy Gospel • John 20:19-31
Celebrant
The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ, according to John.
People
Glory to you, Lord Christ.
Celebrant
We declare to you what was from the beginning, what we have heard, what we have seen with our eyes, what we have looked at and touched with our hands, concerning the word of life-- this life was revealed, and we have seen it and testify to it, and declare to you the eternal life that was with the Father and was revealed to us-- we declare to you what we have seen and heard so that you also may have fellowship with us; and truly our fellowship is with the Father and with his Son Jesus Christ. We are writing these things so that our joy may be complete.
This is the message we have heard from him and proclaim to you, that God is light and in him there is no darkness at all. If we say that we have fellowship with him while we are walking in darkness, we lie and do not do what is true; but if we walk in the light as he himself is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus his Son cleanses us from all sin. If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. If we confess our sins, he who is faithful and just will forgive us our sins and cleanse us from all unrighteousness. If we say that we have not sinned, we make him a liar, and his word is not in us.
My little children, I am writing these things to you so that you may not sin. But if anyone does sin, we have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous; and he is the atoning sacrifice for our sins, and not for ours only but also for the sins of the whole world.
Celebrant
The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus.
People
Praise to you, Lord Christ.
Please be seated.
Sermon The Rev. Philip Major
A brief silence follows the sermon.
The people are invited to stand
Nicene Creed
The word “creed” comes from the Latin credo, translated here as “we believe.” Credo is not simply belief in accurate propositions, but more deeply a sense of relationship or trust‒an alternate translation might be “we give our heart,” “we trust,” “we rely upon.” Developed in the fourth century as a means of unifying a divided church, the Nicene Creed has been used by Christians in worship for almost two thousand years, and connects us to our ancient ancestors in the Communion of Saints. The Creed is used in worship not because it comprises a list of doctrinal statements one must affirm in order to be considered a Christian, but rather as a song of praise and confidence in the Holy Trinity: God in three persons who creates, redeems and sanctifies a holy people.
All
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.
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 remain standing.
Prayers of the People
It will be said on that day, this is our God. This is the Lord for whom we have waited;
let us be glad and rejoice in God’s saving love.
A brief silence.
On this mountain the Lord will make for all peoples a feast of rich food. We give thanks to the one who has sustained us with rich blessings. We give thanks for the many gifts of this day and this year. We give thanks especially for all who have worked to support others during the time of the pandemic.
The congregation is invited to add their own thanksgivings, silently or aloud.
The Lord is my strength and my song; the Lord has become my salvation.
On this mountain the Lord will make for all peoples a feast of rich food. We pray to be people who welcome others to the feast. We pray to be people who feed the hungry. We pray to be people who care for the homeless and those who have been excluded. We pray to be people who do the work of God’s kingdom.
The congregation is invited to add their own prayers, silently or aloud.
The Lord is my strength and my song; the Lord has become my salvation.
The Lord will destroy on this mountain the shroud that is cast over all peoples. We pray for the sick, and for those in any need or trouble, especially n.
The congregation is invited to add their own prayers, silently or aloud.
The Lord is my strength and my song; the Lord has become my salvation.
The disgrace of the people God will take away from all the earth. We pray for all who struggle to survive in situations of violence and war. We pray that our nation will be healed from the scourge of gun violence. We pray especially for n.
The congregation is invited to add their own prayers, silently or aloud.
The Lord is my strength and my song; the Lord has become my salvation.
Then the Lord God will wipe away the tears from all faces. We remember our loved ones who have died, and we pray for God’s strength for all who mourn. We pray especially for n.
The congregation is invited to add their own prayers, silently or aloud.
The Lord is my strength and my song; the Lord has become my salvation.
The Celebrant adds a concluding prayer.
All
Amen.
The people are invited to stand
The Peace
Celebrant The peace of the Lord be always with you.
People And also with you.
Please be seated
Birthday and Anniversary Prayers
Celebrant:
Watch over your child, O Lord, as her days increase; bless and guide her wherever she may be. Strengthen her when she stands; comfort her when discouraged or sorrowful; raise her up if she falls; and in her heart may your peace which passes understanding abide all the days of her life; through Jesus Christ our Lord.
People:
Amen.
Celebrant:
O God, you have so consecrated the covenant of marriage that in it is represented the spiritual unity between Christ and his Church; Send therefore your blessing upon these your servants, that they so may love, honor and cherish each other in faithfulness and patience, in wisdom and true godliness, that their home may be a haven of blessing and peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God now and forever.
People:
Amen.
Liturgy of the Word
Offertory
At the Offertory, we return thanks for God’s blessings in our lives and invite you to give generously as the offering plate passes you, or give by texting 73256 entering stpaulsyr (all lower case) and the amount you want to give.
Offertory Anthem Composer Unknown
Alleluia! Alleluia! Let the holy anthem rise, and the choirs of heaven chant it in the temple of the skies; let the mountains skip with gladness, and the joyful valleys ring with hosannas in the highest to our Savior and our King! Alleluia! Alleluia! Like the sun from out the wave, he has risen up in triumph from the darkness of the grave. He’s the splendor of the nations, He’s the lamp of endless day; He’s the very Lord of glory who is risen up today! Alleluia! Alleluia! He has burst our prison bars; He has lifted up the portals of our home beyond the stars; He has won for us our freedom, ‘neath his feet our foes are trod; He has purchased back our birthright to the kingdom of our God! Alleluia! Alleluia! Blessed jesus, make us rise from the life of this corruption to the life that never dies. May your glory be our portion, when the days of time are past, and the dead shall be awakened by the trumpet’s might blast!
Cassidy Chappini, Soloist
The people are invited to stand as the offering is brought forward
Great Thanksgiving
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.
Celebrant
God of all power, Ruler of the Universe, you are worthy of glory and praise.
People
Glory to you for ever and ever.
Celebrant
At your command all things came to be: the vast expanse of interstellar space, galaxies, suns, the planets in their courses, and this fragile earth, our island home.
People
By your will they were created and have their being.
Celebrant
From the primal elements you brought forth the human race, and blessed us with memory, reason, and skill. You made us the rulers of creation. But we turned against you, and betrayed your trust; and we turned against one another.
People
Have mercy, Lord, for we are sinners in your sight.
Celebrant
Again and again, you called us to return. Through prophets and sages you revealed your righteous Law. And in the fullness of time you sent your only Son, born of a woman, to fulfill your Law, to open for us the way of freedom and peace.
People
By his blood, he reconciled us. By his wounds, we are healed.
Celebrant
And therefore we praise you, joining with the heavenly chorus, with prophets, apostles, and martyrs, and with all those in every generation who have looked to you in hope, to
proclaim with them your glory, in their unending hymn:
Sanctus and Benedictus
8:00
Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might,
heaven and earth are full of your glory.
Hosanna in the highest.
Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord.
Hosanna in the highest.
10:00 S-130 From Deutsche Messe, Franz Schubert (1797-1882)
Celebrant
And so, Father, we who have been redeemed by him, and
made a new people by water and the Spirit, now bring before
you these gifts. Sanctify them by your Holy Spirit to be the
Body and Blood of Jesus Christ our Lord.
On the night he was betrayed he took bread, said the
blessing, broke the bread, and gave it to his friends, 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, gave thanks, 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."
Remembering now his work of redemption, and offering to you this
sacrifice of thanksgiving,
People
We celebrate his death and resurrection, as we await the day of his coming.
Celebrant
Lord God of our Fathers: God of Abraham, Isaac, and
Jacob; God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ: Open our
eyes to see your hand at work in the world about us. Deliver
us from the presumption of coming to this Table for solace
only, and not for strength; for pardon only, and not for
renewal. Let the grace of this Holy Communion make us one
body, one spirit in Christ, that we may worthily serve the
world in his name.
People
Risen Lord, be known to us in the breaking of the bread.
Accept these prayers and praises, Father, through Jesus
Christ our great High Priest, to whom, with you and the
Holy Spirit, your Church gives honor, glory, and worship,
from generation to generation.
All
Amen.
Celebrant
And now, as our Savior has taught us, we are bold to say,
The Lord’s Prayer
All
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.
Breaking of the Bread
A period of silence is kept.
We follow Jesus, who turned no one away. No one will be turned away from God’s table in this place. If you do not wish to receive Holy Communion, you are invited to come forward for a blessing. Baptism is the rite of initiation into the church. If you would like to be baptized, please speak with our rector, Fr. Philip.
Prayers for healing and wholeness are offered at the peace altar during the distribution of communion. You may ask for prayers for yourself or for someone else.
Communion
8:00
Celebrant
Christ our Passover is sacrificed for us;
People
Therefore, let us keep the feast.
10:00
Agnus Dei/Fraction, S-164 Franz Peter Schubert
The People are invited to stand.
Post-Communion Prayer
Officiant
Let us pray.
All
Almighty and everliving God,
we thank you for feeding us with the spiritual food
of the most precious Body and Blood
of your Son our Savior Jesus Christ;
and for assuring us in these holy mysteries
that we are living members of the Body of your Son,
and heirs of your eternal kingdom.
And now, Father, send us out
to do the work you have given us to do,
to love and serve you
as faithful witnesses of Christ our Lord.
To him, to you, and to the Holy Spirit,
be honor and glory, now and for ever. Amen.
Blessing
Hymn in Procession • 705, “As those of old their first fruits brought” Forest Green
Please be seated.
Announcements
Dismissal
People:
Thanks be to God.
Voluntary • Festive Toccata Colin Brumby (1933-1983)
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Prayers of the People were written by St. Paul’s prayer leaders