5 p.m. The Well leaflet 1/2/22 by Christ Church Cathedral

January 2, 2022 5 p.m. We welcome you to Christ Church Cathedral. Since 1839, this Christian community has gathered for worship. The Cathedral is equipped with a hearing loop for assisted listening via telecoil. Welcome to Christ Church Cathedral! Fully vaccinated worshipers are encouraged to wear masks indoors on campus. Worshipers who are not fully vaccinated, including children over the age of two, are expected to wear masks. We have a socially distanced and masked seating section available. The east transept and first rows near the pulpit are reserved for those who choose both to physically distance and wear masks. If you’re sitting in the marked sections, you’re expected to wear masks and sit socially distanced. We have resumed administering wine at Holy Communion. Intinction (i.e.-dipping the wafer in the chalice) is permitted. However, in accordance with Bishop Doyle’s guidelines, at Communion we will not drink from the common cup. It is also acceptable to receive bread but not wine, as each element of Communion contains a full measure of grace. The congregation will be invited to the altar rail to receive Communion. If you choose to sit in the area reserved for physical distance, Communion will be brought to you in your pew. We’re glad you’re here! Let us prepare to worship the Lord.

Christ Church Cathedral Houston, Texas

The Second Sunday after Christmas five o’clock in the evening The Rev. Kathy Rock Pfister, Canon Vicar

Lighting of Votive Candles Worshipers are encouraged to sit in front of the alms basin. During the opening contemplative music, they are invited to observe prayerful quiet or to come forward to light a votive candle in acknowledgement of a prayer, concern, or in memory of a loved one.

Opening Music Traditional Scottish, Irish and Welsh Tunes The celebrant will offer a welcome, after which the people stand.

Love came down at Christmas

Hymn

# & # œ.

j œ œ

1. Love came down 2. Wor - ship we 3. Love shall be

# & # œ.

j œ œ

love was born wor - ship we love to God

at the our

at our and

Christ - mas, God - head, to - ken;

Christ - mas: Je sus, neigh - bor,

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j œ œ œ œ œ œ.

love love love

all love - ly, in - car - nate, be yours and

star but love

and an - gels where - with for for plea and

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love love love

j œ œ œ œ œ œ

j œœœ œœ

di - vine; di - vine; be mine,

gave the sign. sa - cred sign? gift and sign.

Text: Christina Rossetti (1830-1894), alt.; Music: GARTAN, melody from Petrie Collection of Irish Melodies, Part II, 1902;; harm. David Evans (1874-1948) Reprinted by permission. All rights reserved. CCL # 11426131 and OneLicense.net #726591-A

The Word of God The people remain standing. The Celebrant begins

Beloved in Christ, we come together to offer to Almighty God our worship and praise of thanksgiving, to confess our sins and to receive God’s forgiveness, to hear God’s holy Word proclaimed, to bring before God our needs and the needs of the world, and to pray that in the power of the Spirit we may serve God and know the greatness of God’s love. Celebrant The Lord is here. People God’s Spirit is with us. Celebrant The Lord be with you. People And also with you. Celebrant Let us pray.

Lord Jesus, stay with us, for evening is at hand and the day is past; be our companion in the way, kindle our hearts, and awaken hope, that we may know you as you are revealed in Scripture and the breaking of bread. Grant this for the sake of your love. Amen. The people sit.

The First Reading Reader

Jeremiah 31:7-14

A Reading from the Book of Jeremiah.

Thus says the Lord: Sing aloud with gladness for Jacob, and raise shouts for the chief of the nations; proclaim, give praise, and say, “Save, O Lord, your people, the remnant of Israel.” See, I am going to bring them from the land of the north, and gather them from the farthest parts of the earth, among them the blind and the lame, those with child and those in labor, together; a great company, they shall return here. With weeping they shall come, and with consolations I will lead them back, I will let them walk by brooks of water, in a straight path in which they shall not stumble; for I have become a father to Israel, and Ephraim is my firstborn. Hear the word of the Lord, O nations, and declare it in the coastlands far away; say, “He who scattered Israel will gather him, and will keep him as a shepherd a flock.” For the Lord has ransomed Jacob, and has redeemed him from hands too strong for him. They shall come and sing aloud on the height of Zion, and they shall be radiant over the goodness of the Lord, over the grain, the wine, and the oil, and over the young of the flock and the herd; their life shall become like a watered garden, and they shall never languish again. Then shall the young women rejoice in the dance, and the young men and the old shall be merry. I will turn their mourning into joy, I will comfort them, and give them gladness for sorrow. I will give the priests their fill of fatness, and my people shall be satisfied with my bounty, says the Lord. Reader People

The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.

The people stand for the hymn and the reading of the Gospel.

Hymn # & 43 œ

1. You 2. You 3. You

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are are are

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you you you

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are are are

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you you you

are are are

peace door Lord

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the the the

the the my

You You You

You are the peace

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place guest love,

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heart's call Heal - er

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ter of ver

j œ œ

from in from

shines at truth,

nal the y

calm, wide, still,

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things pen me

hide waits keep

all o with

to who

light stran light,

of that's and

j œ œ

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the the the

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spark. poor. day.

harm. side. ill.

dark, door, way,

The Holy Gospel Deacon People

Matthew 2:13-15,19-23

The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Matthew. Glory to you, Lord Christ.

After the wise men had left, an angel of the Lord appeared to Joseph in a dream and said, “Get up, take the child and his mother, and flee to Egypt, and remain there until I tell you; for Herod is about to search for the child, to destroy him.” Then Joseph got up, took the child and his mother by night, and went to Egypt, and remained there until the death of Herod. This was to fulfill what had been spoken by the Lord through the prophet, “Out of Egypt I have called my son.” When Herod died, an angel of the Lord suddenly appeared in a dream to Joseph in Egypt and said, “Get up, take the child and his mother, and go to the land of Israel, for those who were seeking the child’s life are 3 dead.” Then Joseph got up, took the child and his mother, and went to the land of Israel. But when he heard that Archelaus was ruling over Judea in place of his father Herod, he 3

was afraid to go there. And after being warned in a dream, he went away to the district of Galilee. There he made his home in a town called Nazareth, so that what had been spoken through the prophets might be fulfilled, “He will be called a Nazorean.” Deacon People

The Gospel of the Lord. Praise to you, Lord Christ.

The people sit.

The Reflection

The Rev. Bradley Varnell, Canon Missioner for Community Life

Prayers of the People (The people may stand or kneel for the prayers.) The Leader begins

Pray for this fragile earth, our island home. Pray that we would be its good stewards and it would withstand our abuse. Silence

Pray for the Church. Pray that where it is right God will strengthen it, and where it is in error God will direct it. Pray that God will fill the Church with all truth and peace. Silence

Pray for the joy of human life, with all its wonder and surprises. Pray we would remember that all people are created in the very image of God. Silence

Pray for the poor, the destitute, and the dying, in the full knowledge that God looks with special favor upon those in greatest need. Silence

Pray for our families, friends, and neighbors, and for those who are alone. Silence

Pray in thanksgiving for all the blessings of this life, and for the promise of the next. Pray that we may live not by our fears but by our hopes, not only by our words but by our deeds. 4

The Confession and Absolution Celebrant Let us confess our sins.

The People kneel or stand.

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. Celebrant

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. The people stand for the Peace.

The Peace Celebrant The peace of the Lord be always with you. People And also with you.

The People greet one another in the name of the Lord.

The Holy Communion The people may be seated for the offertory hymn.

Offertory Hymn

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1. A 2. The 3. Be

the but close

The I Bless

b &bb œ œ

lit - tle lit - tle by me

stars in love thee, all the

the and and

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way in cat - tle near me,

Away in a manger

lit - tle stay by fit us

a are Lord

Lord Lord for

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the Lord dear

Lord my for

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man - ger, low - ing, Je - sus;

Je - sus Je - sus ev - er,

bright sky Je - sus! chil - dren

laid no and

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down cry love

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looked Look in

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Je - sus a side un - til hea - ven to

crib for ba - by ask thee

his ing me

sweet he I

down where down from thy ten -

sleep on morn - ing live with

a a to

he the der

the is thee

bed, wakes, stay

head. makes. pray.

lay, sky, care,

hay. nigh. there.

Words: traditional carol; Music: CRADLE SONG, mel. William James Kirkpatrick (1838-1921); harm. Ralph Vaughan Williams (1872-1958) Reprinted by permission. All rights reserved. CCL # 11426131 and OneLicense.net #726591-A

The Great Thanksgiving The people stand. Celebrant Be present, be present, Lord Jesus Christ our risen high priest. Make yourself People

known in the breaking of bread. Wise and gracious God, you spread a table before us; nourish your people with the word of life, and the bread of heaven.

The People kneel or stand.

Before time, you were. You created us, and when we strayed you drew us back to you with your saving grace. For the gift of your grace and in supplication and thanksgiving to you, we bring you these gifts. Sanctify them by your Holy Spirit to be for your people the Body and Blood of Jesus Christ our Lord. On the night he was betrayed, Jesus Christ took bread, gave thanks to you, 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 to you, and said, “Drink this, all of you; This 6

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.” Father, we now celebrate the memorial of your Son. By means of this holy bread and cup, we show forth the sacrifice of his death, and proclaim his resurrection, until he comes again. Gather us by this Holy Communion into one body in your Son Jesus Christ. Make us a living sacrifice of praise. By him, and with him, and in him, in the unity of the Holy Spirit all honor and glory are yours, Almighty Father, now and forever. Amen.

The Lord’s Prayer 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 forever. Amen.

The Breaking of the Bread Celebrant Alleluia. Christ our Passover is sacrificed for us; People Therefore let us keep the feast. Alleluia.

The Invitation to Communion Celebrant

So, receive from this table, you who have much faith, and you who would like to have more; you who have been to this sacrament often, and you who have not been for a long time. You who have tried to follow Jesus, and you who have fallen short. Come. It is Christ who invites you to meet him here. All are welcome and encouraged to receive Communion, whatever one’s Christian tradition.

Prayer after Communion (The People kneel or stand.) Celebrant and People

Strengthen for your service, Lord, these hands that holy things have taken; may these ears which have heard your Word be deaf to all clamor and dispute; may these tongues which have sung your praise be free from deceit; may these eyes which have seen the tokens of your love shine with the light of hope; and may these bodies which have been fed with your body be refreshed with the fullness of your life; glory to you forever. Amen. 7

The Blessing Hymn 4 & b 4 œ.

See! in yonder manger low

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in yon - der 1. See! a with - in 2. Lo! 3. Sa - cred In - fant,

j œ

& b œ.

j œ ú

man - ger low, man - ger lies Di - vine, all

j œ ú

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see! the ap - pears ten - der Lamb he who, throned in height sub - lime, thus to come from high - est bliss

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1–3. Hail,

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Sing

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thou

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ev - er - bless - ed morn!

through all

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sa - lem,

on us born for he who built the ten - der what a

prom - ised from sits a - mid down to such

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be - low, earth star - ry skies, was thine, love

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is born

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hap - py

dawn!

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Beth - le - hem!'

The Dismissal Celebrant Let us bless the Lord. People Thanks be to God.

Closing Music “While Shepherds Watched Their Flocks By Night” by Christopher Tye and Richard Alison (16th Century) Becky Baxter, Music Coordinator and Harpist for The Well Dr. Kimberly Clark, flautist Sally Keller, cellist The Book of Remembrance This week we remember Mary Church Weyel.

Welcome

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Sunday, January 2, 2022 Announcements

Welcome • If you are a guest today, we offer a warm welcome to Christ Church! Please complete a virtual welcome card at christchurchcathedral.org/welcome so we can get to know you. Feel free to contact the Cathedral offices during the week at 713-222-2593 and let the receptionist know you would like to learn more about Christ Church Cathedral. Parish Retreat Deadline Tomorrow • The Annual Parish Retreat is an opportunity to get away with your parish family to the beauty of the Piney Woods. Join us for our first “regular” retreat in two years to reconnect with old friends, make new ones, and renew your relationship with God. All are welcome to join. We’ll be staying at the new campsite 4, Jan. 14-16. Space is limited so register early! www.christchurchcathedral. org/parishretreat Cathedral Open House • Reacquaint yourself with the Cathedral’s campus and ministry at Cathedral Open House. Join us for tours, demonstrations, and treats on Jan. 9. Meet your Cathedral staff and council leadership and learn more about this special place and the breadth of offerings available. Epiphany Evensong • Christ Church Cathedral invites you to a choral evensong featuring the Cathedral Choir to celebrate the feast of the Epiphany Jan. 9 at 5 p.m. in place of The Well. Children are welcome and encouraged to attend either the service or our professionally staffed childcare. You are also encouraged to join us for a reception in Reynolds Hall following the service. Dean’s Hour • What do Cappadocians, Desert Fathers and Mothers, Beguines, Discalced Carmelites, Methodists and Catholic Workers have in common? Canon Zartman leads us on a rolicking romp through the history of mission in the church. Jan. 16 at 10 a,m, in Reynolds Hall. How to make a donation online • Visit christchurchcathedral.org/give for a variety of ways to make a gift to the Cathedral, including our new “text-to-give” option. Simply text “Give” to 888-998-1634, and follow the instructions. If you have questions, contact 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 www.christchurchcathedral.org/events. After-Hours Emergency Pastoral Care Line • 713-826-5332

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 and Outreach The Rev. Becky Zartman, Canon Missioner for Evangelism and Formation The Rev. Bradley Varnell, Canon Missioner for Community Life The Rev. Edward L. Stein, Assisting Priest The Rev. Jim Morgan, Chaplain for The Beacon Robert L. Simpson, Canon for Music Daryl Robinson, Cathedral Organist Matthew R. Dion, Organ Scholar Lucy Chambers, Bookstore Manager

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