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 Rev. Becky Zartman, Canon Missioner for Evangelism and Formation Celebrant
The Liturgy is found in The Book of Common Prayer (BCP). Hymns and service music (S) are in The Hymnal 1982.
Opening Voluntary Adagio in E Major, H. 63 Frank Bridge (1879-1921)
Gloria in Excelsis S 278
William Mathias (1934-1992)
Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost September 11, 2022
Hymn 544 (stanzas 1, 3, and 5) Duke Street
Celebrant Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. BCP page 355 People And blessed be his kingdom, now and for ever. Amen.
The Holy Eucharist: Rite Two
O God, because without you we are not able to please you, mercifully grant that your Holy Spirit may in all things direct and rule our hearts; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
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. The Cathedral is equipped with a hearing loop for assisted listening via telecoil.
The Word of God
The Collect for Purity page 355
The Collect of the Day Celebrant The Lord be with you. People And also with you. Celebrant Let us pray.
10 a.m.
The First Reading 1 Timothy 1:12-17
Hymn 423 (stanzas 1 and 3) St. Denio
After the Gospel reading, the Deacon says The Gospel of the Lord. People Praise to you, Lord Christ.
The Rev. Bradley Varnell, Canon Missioner for Community Life and Young Adult Ministry
The Sermon
The Peace
The Prayers of the People Form III, page 387
Let us, with a gladsome mind, praise the Lord, for he is kind: For his mercies shall endure, ever faithful, ever sure. Let us blaze his name abroad, for of gods he is the God: He with all commanding might filled the newmade world with light: He the golden-tressed sun caused all day his course to run: The horned moon to shine by night, mid her spangled sisters bright: All things living he doth feed, his full hand supplies their need: — Paraphrase of Psalm 136 by John Milton (1608-1674)
The People greet one another in the name of the Lord.
At the AnthemOffertory
The Nicene Creed page 358
Announcements
Celebrant The peace of the Lord be always with you. People And also with you.
The Holy Gospel Luke 15:1-10
Tune: Monkland; arr. Alan Ridout (1934-1996)
Deacon The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Luke. People Glory to you, Lord Christ.
The Holy Communion
Offerings of alms and bread and wine are received.
Reader The Word of the Lord. People Thanks be to God.
The Great Thanksgiving Eucharistic Prayer A, page 361 Sanctus and Benedictus S 125 Richard Proulx (1937-2010)
The Eucharistic Prayer continues page 362
Taste and see the goodness of the Lord. I will bless the Lord at all times. His praise shall always be on my lips; my soul shall glory in the Lord; for He has been so good to me. Glorify the Lord with me. Together let us all praise His name. I called the Lord and He answered me; from all my troubles He set me free. Worship the Lord all you people. You’ll want for nothing if you ask. Taste and see the Lord is good; in Him we need put all our trust.
Closing Voluntary Imperial March, Op. 32
At the AnthemAdministration
Prayer after Communion page 365
— para. Psalm 34
Readings this Week from the Revised Common Lectionary
Celebrant Alleluia. Christ our Passover is sacrificed for us; People Therefore let us keep the feast. Alleluia.
James E. Moore, Jr. (b. 1951)
Deacon Let us go forth into the world, rejoicing in the power of the Spirit. People Thanks be to God.
The Dismissal
Sir Edward Elgar (1857-1934)
The HymnBlessing535(stanzas 1, 2, and 4) Paderborn
The Breaking of the Bread
The Old Testament Jeremiah 4:11-12, 22-28
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.
At that time it will be said to this people and to Jerusalem: A hot wind comes from me out of the bare heights in the desert toward my poor people, not to winnow or cleanse — a wind too strong for that. Now it is I who speak in judgment against them. “For my people are foolish, they do not know me; they are stupid children, they have no understanding. They are skilled in doing evil, but do not know how to do good.” I looked on the earth, and lo, it was waste and void; and to the heavens, and they had no light. I looked on the mountains, and lo, they were quaking, and all the hills moved to and fro. I looked, and lo, there was no one at all, and all the birds of the air had fled. I looked, and lo, the fruitful land was a desert, and all its cities were laid in ruins before the Lord, before his fierce anger. For thus says the Lord: The whole land shall be a desolation; yet I will not make a full end. Because of this the earth shall mourn, and the heavens above grow black; for I have spoken, I have purposed; I have not relented nor will I turn back.
This week we remember John David Kirkland Jr.
The Gospel Luke 15:1-10
All the tax collectors and sinners were coming near to listen to Jesus. And the Pharisees and the scribes were grumbling and saying, “This fellow welcomes sinners and eats with them.” So he told them this parable: “Which one of you, having a hundred sheep and losing one of them, does not leave the ninety-nine in the wilderness and go after the one that is lost until he finds it? When he has found it, he lays it on his shoulders and rejoices. And when he comes home, he calls together his friends and neighbors, saying to them, ‘Rejoice with me, for I have found my sheep that was lost.’ Just so, I tell you, there will be more joy in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous persons who need no repentance. Or what woman having ten silver coins, if she loses one of them, does not light a lamp, sweep the house, and search carefully until she finds it? When she has found it, she calls together her friends and neighbors, saying, ‘Rejoice with me, for I have found the coin that I had lost.’ Just so, I tell you, there is joy in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner who repents.”
The Epistle 1 Timothy 1:12-17
I am grateful to Christ Jesus our Lord, who has strengthened me, because he judged me faithful and appointed me to his service, even though I was formerly a blasphemer, a persecutor, and a man of violence. But I received mercy because I had acted ignorantly in unbelief, and the grace of our Lord overflowed for me with the faith and love that are in Christ Jesus. The saying is sure and worthy of full acceptance, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners-- of whom I am the foremost. But for that very reason I received mercy, so that in me, as the foremost, Jesus Christ might display the utmost patience, making me an example to those who would come to believe in him for eternal life. To the King of the ages, immortal, invisible, the only God, be honor and glory forever and ever. Amen.
The Book of Remembrance
The flowers on the Cathedral Altar are given to the glory of God in celebration of the 40th anniversary of Bilinda and Brian Matusek.
The Beauty of Flowers
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.
After-Hours Emergency Pastoral Care Line • 713-826-5332
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
Vestry Presents: Congregational Input Sessions • Two input sessions will be offered to outline the process of finding a new Dean and to solicit feedback from the congregation. They will be held at 10 a.m. in Reynolds Hall on Sept. 18: Who Are We? Reflecting on the Parish Survey and vision action plan; and on Oct. 16: Finding the Leader we Seek: Clarifying Gifts for the Future Filled with Hope.
TodayToday is Rally Day! • After the service we will pack 100,000 meals for global hunger. Join us!
• If a location is full up on volunteers, enjoy some fellowship in the Bishop’s Courtyard and the Latham building. Within 20 minutes a volunteer opportunity will open.
• If you haven’t registered, do so on your phone using the QR code.
• Once we begin, choose your pack location: Reynolds Hall or Sanders Hall (bi-lingual).
Sunday,WelcomeSeptember11, 2022 Announcements
Search Committee Nominations • 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
Processing Unexpected Grief • We invite you to participate in a time of processing, where we practice making space for gratitude and grief, turning to God with open hands and honest hearts in prayer, and finding comfort in the community. Two options to attend in person: Sept. 15 at 5:30 p.m.; Sept. 18 at 6 p.m.; and Sept. 19 at 6 p.m. via Zoom.
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.
The Rt. Rev. Kai Ryan, Bishop Suffragan
The Rev. Becky Zartman, Canon Missioner for Evangelism and Formation
The Rt. Rev. Jeff W. Fisher, Bishop Suffragan
1117 Texas Avenue • Houston, Texas christchurchcathedral.org77002 • 713-222-2593
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
The Rev. Kathy Rock Pfister, Canon Vicar
The Rev. Simón Bautista Betances, Canon Missioner for Latino Ministries and Outreach
The Rev. Bradley Varnell, Canon Missioner for Community Life and Young Adult Ministry
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.
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.
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
The Rt. Rev. Hector Monterroso, Assistant Bishop