The Rev. Kathy Rock Pfister, Canon Vicar Celebrant
Gloria in Excelsis S 278 William Mathias (1934-1992)
The Cathedral is equipped with a hearing loop for assisted listening via telecoil.
Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost September 4, 2022 9 a.m. We welcome you to Christ Church Cathedral. Since 1839, this Christian community has gathered for worship. To learn more about the ministries we share in this place, you are invited to fill in one of the cards found in the pew rack.
Hymn 390 Lobe den Herren
The Word of God Celebrant Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. BCP page 355 People And blessed be his kingdom, now and for ever. Amen. The Collect for Purity page 355
Welcome to Christ Church Cathedral! We have a socially distanced and masked seating section available. The east transept is reserved for those who choose both to physically distance and wear masks. If you’re sitting in that designated section, you are expected to wear masks and sit socially distanced. For others who wish to mask, we have masks available at all welcome tables.
The First Reading Philemon 1-21 Reader The Word of the Lord. People Thanks be to God.
The Collect of the Day Celebrant The Lord be with you. People And also with you. Celebrant Let us pray. Grant us, O Lord, to trust in you with all our hearts; for, as you always resist the proud who confide in their own strength, so you never forsake those who make their boast of your mercy; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
The Liturgy is found in The Book of Common Prayer (BCP). Hymns and service music (S) are in The Hymnal 1982. Opening Voluntary Prelude in C Major, BWV 547 Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750)
The Holy Eucharist: Rite Two
The Holy Gospel Luke 14:25-33
Deacon
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 Offerings of alms and bread and wine are received. At the AnthemOffertory
Cantate Domino canticum novum, laus ejus in Ecclesia Sanctorum. Laetetur Israel in eo, qui fecit eum,et filii Sion exultent in rege suo. O sing to the Lord a new song; sing his praise in the company of his saints. Let Israel rejoice in him who made all; let the children of Zion praise God on high. — Psalm 149:1,2
Sanctus and Benedictus S 125 Richard Proulx (1937-2010)
The Great Thanksgiving Eucharistic Prayer A, page 361
The Eucharistic Prayer continues page 362 The Breaking of the Bread
Celebrant Alleluia. Christ our Passover is sacrificed for us; People Therefore let us keep the feast. Alleluia. All baptized Christians are welcome and encouraged to receive Holy Communion. Communion is received either kneeling or standing at the altar rail. Receive the Bread in the palm of your hand, and the Wine either by drinking from the Cup or by intinction, touching the Bread to the Wine. Gluten-free Bread is available; ask at the altar rail.
The Rev. Becky Zartman, Canon Missioner for Evangelism and Formation
Hymn 675 Bourbon
The General Confession page 360 The Peace
Giuseppe Ottavio Pitoni (1657-1743)
The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Luke. People Glory to you, Lord Christ. After the Gospel reading, the Deacon says The Gospel of the Lord. People Praise to you, Lord Christ. The Sermon
The Nicene Creed page 358 The Prayers of the People Form III, page 387
Orlando Gibbons (1583-1625)
The HymnBlessing375
Prayer after Communion page 365
The word that came to Jeremiah from the Lord: “Come, go down to the potter’s house, and there I will let you hear my words.” So I went down to the potter’s house, and there he was working at his wheel. The vessel he was making of clay was spoiled in the potter’s hand, and he reworked it into another vessel, as seemed good to him. Then the word of the Lord came to me: Can I not do with you, O house of Israel, just as this potter has done? says the Lord. Just like the clay in the potter’s hand, so are you in my hand, O house of Israel. At one moment I may declare concerning a nation or a kingdom, that I will pluck up and break down and destroy it, but if that nation, concerning which I have spoken, turns from its evil, I will change my mind about the disaster that I intended to bring on it. And at another moment I may declare concerning a nation or a kingdom that I will build and plant it, but if it does evil in my sight, not listening to my voice, then I will change my mind about the good that I
— William Harry Turton (1856-1938)
For all thy Church, O Lord, we intercede; make thou our sad divisions soon to cease; Draw us the nearer each to each, we plead, by drawing all to thee, O Prince of Peace; Thus may we all one bread, one body be, through this blest sacrament of unity.
At the AnthemAdministration
Du Lebensbrot The Dismissal Deacon Let us go forth into the world, rejoicing in the power of the Spirit. People Thanks be to God.
Closing Voluntary Fugue in C Major, BWV 547 J.S. Bach
Thou, who at thy first Eucharist didst pray that all thy Church might be forever one, Grant us at every Eucharist to say with longing heart and soul, “Thy will be done.”
Readings this Week from the Revised Common Lectionary
The Old Testament Jeremiah 18:1-11
So, Lord, at length when sacraments shall cease, may we be one with all thy Church above, One with thy saints in one unbroken peace, one with thy saints in one unbounded love; More blessed still, in peace and love to be one with the Trinity in Unity.
O may we all one bread, one body be, though this blest sacrament of unity.
The Epistle Philemon 1-21 Paul, a prisoner of Christ Jesus, and Timothy our brother, To Philemon our dear friend and co-worker, to Apphia our sister, to Archippus our fellow soldier, and to the church in your house: Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. When I remember you in my prayers, I always thank my God because I hear of your love for all the saints and your faith toward the Lord Jesus. I pray that the sharing of your faith may become effective when you perceive all the good that we may do for Christ. I have indeed received much joy and encouragement from your love, because the hearts of the saints have been refreshed through you, my brother. For this reason, though I am bold enough in Christ to command you to do your duty, yet I would rather appeal to you on the basis of love-- and I, Paul, do this as an old man, and now also as a prisoner of Christ Jesus. I am appealing to you for my child, Onesimus, whose father I have become during my imprisonment. Formerly he was useless to you, but now he is indeed useful both to you and to me. I am sending him, that is, my own heart, back to you. I wanted to keep him with me, so that he might be of service to me in your place during my imprisonment for the gospel; but I preferred to do nothing without your consent, in order that your good deed might be voluntary and not something forced. Perhaps this is the reason he was separated from you for a while, so that you might have him back forever, no longer as a slave but more than a slave, a beloved brother-- especially to me but how much more to you, both in the flesh and in the Lord. So if you consider me your partner, welcome him as you would welcome me. If he has wronged you in any way, or owes you anything, charge that to my account. I, Paul, am writing this with my own hand: I will repay it. I say nothing about your owing me even your own self. Yes, brother, let me have this benefit from you in the Lord! Refresh my heart in Christ. Confident of your obedience, I am writing to you, knowing that you will do even more than I say.
had intended to do to it. Now, therefore, say to the people of Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem: Thus says the Lord: Look, I am a potter shaping evil against you and devising a plan against you. Turn now, all of you from your evil way, and amend your ways and your doings.
Now large crowds were traveling with Jesus; and he turned and said to them, “Whoever comes to me and does not hate father and mother, wife and children, brothers and sisters, yes, and even life itself, cannot be my disciple. Whoever does not carry the cross and follow me cannot be my disciple. For which of you, intending to build a tower, does not first sit down and estimate the cost, to see whether he has enough to complete it? Otherwise, when he has laid a foundation and is not able to finish, all who see it will begin to ridicule him, saying, `This fellow began to build and was not able to finish.’ Or what king, going out to wage war against another king, will not sit down first and consider whether he is able with ten thousand to oppose the one who comes against him with twenty thousand? If he cannot, then, while the other is still far away, he sends a delegation and asks for the terms of peace. So therefore, none of you can become my disciple if you do not give up all your possessions.”
The Gospel Luke 14:25-33
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The Rev. Kathy Rock Pfister, Canon Vicar
The Rev. Simón Bautista Betances, Canon Missioner for Latino Ministries and Outreach
This week we remember Emily Scott Shepherd. The Beauty of Flowers
The Rt. Rev. Kai Ryan, Bishop Suffragan
The Rt. Rev. Hector Monterroso, Assistant Bishop
The Rev. Becky Zartman, Canon Missioner for Evangelism and Formation
The Rt. Rev. Jeff W. Fisher, Bishop Suffragan
The Book of Remembrance
The flowers on the Cathedral Altar are given to the glory of God in celebration of the 50th anniversary of Catherine and Keith Frazier’s wedding vows taken at this very altar.
The Beacon Day Center is open every Thursday–Monday from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. to serve the needs of Houston’s underserved and homeless population. To learn more or to volunteer, visit www.beaconhomeless.org.
The Rev. Bradley Varnell, Canon Missioner for Community Life and Young Adult Ministry
The Rev. Edward L. Stein, Assisting Priest Robert L. Simpson, Canon for Music Daryl Robinson, Cathedral Organist Matthew R. Dion, Organ Scholar Lucy Chambers, Bookstore Manager
Please be advised that our services are livestreamed to Vimeo and Facebook. Your participation in the service serves as your consent to the broadcast of your image and voice and to the broadcast of the image and voice of your participating minor children.
The Rt. Rev. C. Andrew Doyle, Bishop of Texas
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.
Blood Drive • Christ Church Cathedral is hosting a blood drive from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Sunday, September 18 in Sanders Hall. You must reserve a time to donate in advance. Sign up in advance for a time to donate at: www. christchurchcathedral.org/blooddrive
Search Committee Nominations
Bible Studies • The Cathedral will offer several Bible studies this fall beginning September 13. Learn about your options and how to participate at: www.christchurchcathedral.org/biblestudies
Yard Sale • The Latino Ministry Council and the Mission Outreach Council work together to host a yard sale to help low-income students with the expenses of starting college. It is planned for October 1, from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. We will accept donations beginning September 4 through September 28. Contact Sylvia Garcia at sgarcia@christchurchcathedral.org or 713-590-3329.
TODAYWelcome • If you are a guest today, we offer a warm welcome to Christ Church! Please complete a virtual welcome card at www.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.
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. After-Hours Emergency Pastoral Care Line • 713-826-5332
Sunday Funday! Labor Day Popsicles and Fellowship • Come cool off with your Cathedral family! Grab a popsicle and connect with new and old friends. There is no educational component or any formal program. It’s a time for fun and fellowship. Today at 10 a.m. in Reynolds Hall.
The Anglican Way • This evening class is intended for those who wish to deepen their understanding of the Church, its faith, and its mission. Those new to the congregation and adults seeking to be baptized, confirmed, or received, are especially encouraged to attend. Classes begin September 18 and are led by Canon Vicar Kathy Pfister. Learn more at: www. christchurchcathedral.org/anglicanway
• The nomination process for the Search Committee is open. Nominations will be accepted through Sunday, September 18. Upon vestry approval of its members, the committee is scheduled to begin meeting in October. Learn more at: www. christchurchcathedral.org/nomination
Rally Against Hunger
Sunday,WelcomeSeptember4, 2022 Announcements
• On Sunday, September 11, the Cathedral will Rally Against Hunger as we gather to pack 100,000 meals for our neighbors across the globe. We need everyone’s participation, and there are special volunteer opportunities for those who would like to help lead this effort. Sign up now at: www.christchurchcathedral.org/rallyagainsthunger
