Sunday, June 7 5 p.m.
Christ Church Cathedral Houston, Texas
First Sunday after Pentecost: Trinity Sunday five o’clock in the evening The Rev. Simón Bautista Betances, Canon Missioner for Latino Ministries
Officiant
We welcome you to Christ Church Cathedral. Since 1839, this Christian community has gathered for worship.
Interlude on a Tune by Turlough O’Carolan
The Word of God Welcome to this holy place. Friend and stranger, saint and sinner, all who gather here. Come all who hunger, all who thirst for life in all its fullness. Come with hope or hesitation; come with joy or yearning; come. People Generous God and generous Savior, touch us through your Spirit. Officiant The Lord be with you. People And also with you. Officiant Let us pray. Officiant People Officiant
Stay with us, Lord, since the day is far spent and the night is coming; kindle our hearts on the Way, that we may recognize you in the scriptures, in the breaking of the bread, and in each other. Amen.
First Reading
2 Corinthians 13:11–13 Reader A Reading from the second Letter of Paul to the Corinthians.
Finally, brothers and sisters, rejoice! Strive for full restoration, encourage one another, be of one mind, live in peace. And the God of love and peace will be with you. Greet one another with a holy kiss. All God’s people here send their greetings. Reader People
The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.
Interlude on an Irish Hymn “Three Seams in this Garment” Words & Music by Sammy Horner ~ music arr. Keith Duke ~ Celtic Hymnbook ~ Reprinted by permission. All rights reserved. CCL #11426131 ©1994 Thankyou Music. Adm. by worshiptogether.com songs, excl UK & Europe, adm. by Kingsway Music (tym@kingsway.co.uk).
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The Holy Gospel
Matthew 28:16–20
Deacon A reading from the Gospel according to Matthew.
The eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain to which Jesus had directed them. When they saw him, they worshiped him; but some doubted. And Jesus came and said to them, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything that I have commanded you. And remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age.” Deacon The word of the Lord. People Thanks be to God.
The Reflection
The Very Rev. Barkley S. Thompson, Dean
Offertory solo — “O Threefold God of Tender Unity” AZAIR Gaelic melody transcribed by Alasdair Codona - Text: William L. ‘Bill’ Wallace - text & music ©The Church Hymnary Trust Reprinted by permission. All rights reserved. CCL # 11426131
Fredy Bonilla, soloist
Expression of Faith Lord, you have always given bread for the coming day; And though I am poor, today I trust in you. Lord, You have always given strength for the coming day; And though I am weak, today I trust in you. Lord, You have always given peace for the coming day; And though of anxious heart, today I trust in you. Lord, You have always kept me safe in trials; And now, tried as I am, today I trust in you. Lord, You have always marked the road for the coming day; And though it may be hidden, today I trust in you. Lord, You have always lightened this darkness of mine; And though the night is here, today I trust in you. Lord, You have always spoken when time was ripe; And though you may be silent now, today I trust in you.
Prayers of the People (The People may remain seated) The Leader begins
As evening falls and courage sometimes falters, let us turn our hearts to God in prayer. Silence 2
We pray for those gathered here and all that lies heavy on our hearts. We pray that you would know our needs even before we recognize them. Grant us those good things for which we dare not, or in our blindness cannot, ask. Silence
We pray for those in positions of leadership in the world, our nation, our state, and our city. Grant them the spirit of wisdom, charity, and justice, that they may promote the well-being of all people. Silence
We pray for the sick, the bereaved, the oppressed, and the homeless, that they may be comforted by your Holy Spirit, who brings light to the darkest places. Silence
We pray for the broken and torn fabric of the earth as it yearns for healing, trusting that you make all things new. Silence
We pray for this and all communities of faith. We pray that you would open the hearts of your faithful to seek your truth and pursue it in love. Silence
We pray that you would disturb us, Lord, when our dreams have come true because we have dreamed too little; when with the abundance of things we possess we have lost our thirst for the water of life. Push back, we pray, the horizons of our hopes, and move us into your future in strength, courage, hope, and love.
The Confession and Absolution Officiant
Let us confess our sins.
God of all mercy, we confess that we have sinned against you, opposing your will in our lives. We have denied your goodness in each other, in ourselves, and in the world you have created. We repent of the evil that ensnares us, the evil we have done, and the evil done on our behalf. Forgive, restore, and strengthen us through our Savior Jesus Christ, that we may abide in your love and serve only your will. Amen. 3
Officiant
Through the cross of Christ, God have mercy on you, pardon you, and set you free. Know that you are forgiven and be at peace. God strengthen you in all goodness and keep you in life eternal. Amen.
Interlude on a Traditional Welsh Air The Dismissal Deacon Let us go forth into the world, rejoicing in the power of the Spirit. People Thanks be to God.
The Book of Remembrance This week we remember Robert Stanley Pieringer. The Beauty of Flowers The flowers on the Cathedral Altar are given to the glory of God in loving celebration of their 60th wedding anniversary by Amy and Dieter Ufer.
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Welcome Sunday, June 7, 2020 Announcements Today is Canon Vicar Kathy Pfister’s first Sunday at the Cathedral • Please join us in extending a warm welcome to Kathy and her family. To help you get to know her in these socially-distanced times, Kathy has recorded a video interview that is viewable on our website, click the “Connect” tab, then “News.” An update on the plan to return to church • Dean Thompson has released preliminary details on the plan to return to church in his weekly email titled “Update on Our Plan to Return to Church,” which is also on our website (go to the “Connect” tab at the top and click “News”). No return date is set for now, but plans are being made so the Cathedral will be ready. Virtual worship will continue after the campus reopens. When more information is available, Dean Thompson will update everyone on the plans. Join a small group to discuss this year’s Cathedral Reads pick, A Prayer for Owen Meany • We’re so excited for another summer of Cathedral Reads. This year, adults are reading A Prayer for Owen Meany by John Irving, and youth and children are reading R.J. Palacio’s Wonder. You can order both books from our Bookstore, for pick-up or for delivery. Order online by filling out the form on our website, where you can also sign up for a weekly small group (look for the Cathedral Reads banner or look under “Registrations”). There will be monthly discussion groups as well. On Tuesday, June 9, at 5:30 p.m. on Zoom, learn how to help make masks • Please join the Mission Outreach Council in our effort to make masks to contribute to Houston Responds’ Masks for All Project. We need sewers, cutters, runners, and materials; fill out the form on the Cathedral website (under “Registrations”) to let us know how you would like to serve. We’ll send you an email and connect you to other volunteers to share progress, ask or answer questions, and find fellowship over Zoom. Email the Rev. Greg Seme at gseme@christchurchcathedral.org to get the Zoom link for each of the remaining meetings. Summer Shade begins for Cathedral Youth June 11 • This summer, Cathedral Youth won’t be taking a hiatus. Every Thursday at 6 p.m. from June 11 to August 6, they’ll gather via Zoom to have a game night with awesome prizes, watch a movie, or do an activity together (think cookie decorating, mask making, or painting with a Zoom twist). Complimentary “Supply Packs” and $5 “Movie Packs” will be available for pick-up each Wednesday, registration required. Learn more on the “Youth” page of our website, found under the “Learn” tab. How to make a donation online • It is simple to make a donation on the Cathedral website. Look for the tab at the top of the site that says, “Give.” Click on the tab for a variety of ways to make a gift to the Cathedral. We are now offering options to pay via PayPal as well as a new “text-to-give” option. Simply text “Give” to 888-998-1634, and follow the instructions. If you have questions, contact Chief Administrative Officer and Minister for Stewardship Karen Kraycirik at kkraycirik@ christchurchcathedral.org or 713-590-3338.
For more information about these and other events at the Cathedral, visit christchurchcathedral.org, or cccathedraltx
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The Rt. Rev. C. Andrew Doyle, Bishop of Texas The Rt. Rev. Jeff W. Fisher, Bishop Suffragan The Rt. Rev. Kai Ryan, Bishop Suffragan The Rt. Rev. Hector Monterroso, Assistant Bishop The Very Rev. Barkley S. Thompson, Dean The Rev. Kathy Rock Pfister, Canon Vicar The Rev. Simón Bautista Betances, Canon Missioner for Latino Ministries The Rev. Becky Zartman, Canon Missioner for Welcome and Evangelism The Rev. Gregory Seme, Curate The Rev. John A. Logan Jr., Canon Emeritus The Rev. Edward L. Stein, Assisting Priest The Rev. Jim Morgan, Pastoral Associate, Chaplain at The Beacon Robert L. Simpson, Canon for Music Daryl Robinson, Cathedral Organist Thomas Marvil, Organ Scholar Lucy Chambers, Bookstore Manager
1117 Texas Avenue • Houston, Texas 77002 • 713-222-2593 christchurchcathedral.org Portions of this service are adapted from the Iona Community Worship Book and the Prayer Books of the Church of Ireland, the Anglican Church of New Zealand, and the the Northumbrian Community. Pursuant to Section 30.06, Penal Code (trespass by license holder with a concealed handgun), a person licensed under Subchapter H, Chapter 411, Government Code (handgun licensing law), may not enter this property with a concealed handgun. Pursuant to Section 30.07, Penal Code (trespass by license holder with an openly carried handgun), a person licensed under Subchapter H, Chapter 411, Government Code (handgun licensing law), may not enter this property with a handgun that is carried openly.