All Saints’ Sunday November 6, 2022 9 a.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! 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.
Holy Baptism: Rite Two The Very Rev. Gary Jones, Interim Dean Celebrant
Opening Voluntary
Sicilienne from Suite, Op. 5
Maurice Duruflé (1902-1986)
Hymn 287 (stanzas 1-4)
Sine Nomine
The Word of God Celebrant Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
And blessed be his kingdom, now and for ever. Amen. Celebrant There is one Body and one Spirit; People There is one hope in God’s call to us; Celebrant One Lord, one Faith, one Baptism; People One God and Father of all. People
The Collect of the Day Celebrant The Lord be with you.
And also with you. Celebrant Let us pray. People
Almighty God, you have knit together your elect in one communion and fellowship in the mystical body of your Son Christ our Lord: Give us grace so to follow your blessed saints in all virtuous and godly living, that we may come to those ineffable joys that you have prepared for those who truly love you; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, in glory everlasting. Amen.
The First Reading
Ephesians 1:11-23
In Christ we have also obtained an inheritance, having been destined according to the purpose of him who accomplishes all things according to his counsel and will, so that we, who were the first to set our hope on Christ, might live for the praise of his glory. In him you also, when you had heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation, and had believed in him, were marked with the seal of the promised Holy Spirit; this is the pledge of our inheritance toward redemption as God’s own people, to the praise of his glory. I have heard of your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love toward all the 2
saints, and for this reason I do not cease to give thanks for you as I remember you in my prayers. I pray that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may give you a spirit of wisdom and revelation as you come to know him, so that, with the eyes of your heart enlightened, you may know what is the hope to which he has called you, what are the riches of his glorious inheritance among the saints, and what is the immeasurable greatness of his power for us who believe, according to the working of his great power. God put this power to work in Christ when he raised him from the dead and seated him at his right hand in the heavenly places, far above all rule and authority and power and dominion, and above every name that is named, not only in this age but also in the age to come. And he has put all things under his feet and has made him the head over all things for the church, which is his body, the fullness of him who fills all in all. Reader People
The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.
Hymn 293
Grand Isle
The Holy Gospel Deacon People
Luke 6:20-31
The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Luke. Glory to you, Lord Christ.
Jesus looked up at his disciples and said: “Blessed are you who are poor, for yours is the kingdom of God. Blessed are you who are hungry now, for you will be filled. Blessed are you who weep now, for you will laugh. Blessed are you when people hate you, and when they exclude you, revile you, and defame you on account of the Son of Man. Rejoice in that day and leap for joy, for surely your reward is great in heaven; for that is what their ancestors did to the prophets.But woe to you who are rich, for you have received your consolation. Woe to you who are full now, for you will be hungry. Woe to you who are laughing now, for you will mourn and weep. Woe to you when all speak well of you, for that is what their ancestors did to the false prophets. But I say to you that listen, Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who abuse you. If anyone strikes you on the cheek, offer the other also; and from anyone who takes away your coat do not withhold even your shirt. Give to everyone who begs from you; and if anyone takes away your goods, do not ask for them again. Do to others as you would have them do to you.” Deacon People
The Gospel of the Lord. Praise to you, Lord Christ.
The Sermon
The Rev. Dr. Mark Jefferson, Assistant Professor of Homiletics at Virginia Theological Seminary 3
Holy Baptism
Celebrant
The candidates for Holy Baptism will now be presented. The candidates who are able to answer for themselves are presented individually by their Sponsors, as follows Sponsor
I present N. to receive the Sacrament of Baptism. The Celebrant asks each candidate when presented
Do you desire to be baptized? Candidate
I do. The candidates are presented individually by their Parents and Godparents, as follows Parents and Godparents
I present N. to receive the Sacrament of Baptism. When all have been presented the Celebrant asks the parents and godparents
Will you be responsible for seeing that the child you present is brought up in the Christian faith and life? Parents and Godparents
I will, with God’s help. Celebrant
Will you by your prayers and witness help this child to grow into the full stature of Christ? Parents and Godparents
I will, with God’s help. The Celebrant asks the following questions of the parents and godparents who speak on behalf of the candidates. Question Answer
Answer
Do you renounce the evil powers of this world which corrupt and destroy the creatures of God? I renounce them.
Question Answer
Do you renounce all sinful desires that draw you from the love of God? I renounce them.
Question
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Do you renounce Satan and all the spiritual forces of wickedness that rebel against God? I renounce them.
Question Answer Question Answer Question Answer
Do you turn to Jesus Christ and accept him as your Savior? I do. Do you put your whole trust in his grace and love? I do. Do you promise to follow and obey him as your Lord? I do.
All stand. The Celebrant addresses the People, saying
Will you who witness these vows do all in your power to support these persons in their life in Christ? People
We will.
The Celebrant then says
Let us join with those who are committing themselves to Christ and renew our own baptismal covenant.
The Baptismal Covenant Celebrant Do you believe in God the Father? People
I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth.
Celebrant Do you believe in Jesus Christ, the Son of God? People
I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord. He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary. He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. He descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again. He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again to judge the living and the dead.
Celebrant Do you believe in God the Holy Spirit? People
I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. 5
Celebrant Will you continue in the apostles’ teaching and fellowship, in the People
breaking of bread, and in the prayers? I will, with God’s help.
Celebrant Will you persevere in resisting evil, and, whenever you fall into sin, People
repent and return to the Lord? I will, with God’s help.
Celebrant Will you proclaim by word and example the Good News of God in People
Christ? I will, with God’s help.
Celebrant Will you seek and serve Christ in all persons, loving your neighbor as People
yourself? I will, with God’s help.
Celebrant Will you strive for justice and peace among all people, and respect the People
dignity of every human being? I will, with God’s help.
Prayers for the Candidates The Celebrant then says to the congregation
Let us now pray for these persons who are to receive the Sacrament of new birth. The candidates come to the font as the prayers are said. A Person appointed leads the following petitions. Leader People Leader People Leader People Leader People Leader People Leader People 6
Deliver them, O Lord, from the way of sin and death. Lord, hear our prayer. Open their hearts to your grace and truth. Lord, hear our prayer. Fill them with your holy and life-giving Spirit. Lord, hear our prayer. Keep them in the faith and communion of your holy Church. Lord, hear our prayer. Teach them to love others in the power of the Spirit. Lord, hear our prayer. Send them into the world in witness to your love. Lord, hear our prayer.
Leader People
Bring them to the fullness of your peace and glory. Lord, hear our prayer.
The Celebrant says
Grant, O Lord, that all who are baptized into the death of Jesus Christ your Son may live in the power of his resurrection and look for him to come again in glory; who lives and reigns now and for ever. Amen. The People sit.
Thanksgiving over the Water The Celebrant blesses the water, first saying Celebrant The Lord be with you.
And also with you. Celebrant Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. People It is right to give him thanks and praise. People
Celebrant
We thank you, Almighty God, for the gift of water. Over it the Holy Spirit moved in the beginning of creation. Through it you led the children of Israel out of their bondage in Egypt into the land of promise. In it your Son Jesus received the baptism of John and was anointed by the Holy Spirit as the Messiah, the Christ, to lead us, through his death and resurrection, from the bondage of sin into everlasting life. We thank you, Father, for the water of Baptism. In it we are buried with Christ in his death. By it we share in his resurrection. Through it we are reborn by the Holy Spirit. Therefore in joyful obedience to your Son, we bring into his fellowship those who come to him in faith, baptizing them in the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. At the following words, the Celebrant touches the water
Now sanctify this water, we pray you, by the power of your Holy Spirit, that those who here are cleansed from sin and born again may continue for ever in the risen life of Jesus Christ our Savior. To him, to you, and to the Holy Spirit, be all honor and glory, now and for ever. Amen.
The Baptism Each candidate is presented by name to the Celebrant, or to an assisting priest or deacon, who then immerses or pours water upon the candidate, saying
N., I baptize you in the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. 7
Then the Bishop or priest places a hand on the person’s head, marking on the forehead the sign of the cross and saying
N., you are sealed by the Holy Spirit in Baptism and marked as Christ’s own for ever. Amen. Following the Baptism, a candle is lit from the Paschal candle and presented to the candidate. The People stand.
Let us pray. Heavenly Father, we thank you that by water and the Holy Spirit you have bestowed upon these your servants the forgiveness of sin, and have raised them to the new life of grace. Sustain them, O Lord, in your Holy Spirit. Give them an inquiring and discerning heart, the courage to will and to persevere, a spirit to know and to love you, and the gift of joy and wonder in all your works. Amen. Celebrant
Let us welcome the newly baptized. Celebrant and People
We receive you into the household of God. Confess the faith of Christ crucified, proclaim his resurrection, and share with us in his eternal priesthood.
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.
Every Member Canvass Reflection
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The Holy Communion Offerings of alms and bread and wine are received.
At the Offertory Anthem
Richard Dirksen (1921-2003)
Rejoice, ye pure in heart! Rejoice, give thanks, and sing! Your glorious banner wave on high, the cross of Christ your King. Hosanna. Rejoice, give thanks and sing! With all the angel choirs, with all the saints of earth, pour out the strains of joy and bliss, true rapture, noblest mirth. Then on, ye pure in heart! Rejoice, give thanks, and sing! Your glorious banner wave on high the cross of Christ your King. — Edward H. Plumptre, 1865
The Great Thanksgiving Celebrant The Lord be with you.
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. People
Then the Celebrant proceeds
It is right, and a good and joyful thing, always and everywhere to give thanks to you, Father Almighty, Creator of heaven and earth. For in the multitude of your saints, you have surrounded us with a great cloud of witnesses, that we might rejoice in their fellowship, and run with endurance the race that is set before us; and, together with them, receive the crown of glory that never fades away. Therefore we praise you, joining our voices with Angels and Archangels and with all the company of heaven, who for ever sing this hymn to proclaim the glory of your Name: 9
Sanctus and Benedictus
John Rutter (b.1945)
Communion Service (Series 3)
Then the Celebrant continues
Holy and gracious Father: In your infinite love you made us for yourself; and, when we had fallen into sin and become subject to evil and death, you, in your mercy, sent Jesus Christ, your only and eternal Son, to share our human nature, to live and die as one of us, to reconcile us to you, the God and Father of all. He stretched out his arms upon the cross, and offered himself in obedience to your will, a perfect sacrifice for the whole world. On the night he was handed over to suffering and death, our Lord Jesus Christ took bread; and when he had given thanks to you, he broke it, and gave it to his disciples, 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; and when he had given thanks, he gave it to them, 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.” Therefore we proclaim the mystery of faith: Celebrant and People
Christ has died. Christ is risen. Christ will come again. 10
The Celebrant continues
We celebrate the memorial of our redemption, O Father, in this sacrifice of praise and thanksgiving. Recalling his death, resurrection, and ascension, we offer you these gifts. Sanctify them by your Holy Spirit to be for your people the Body and Blood of your Son, the holy food and drink of new and unending life in him. Sanctify us also that we may faithfully receive this holy Sacrament, and serve you in unity, constancy, and peace; and at the last day bring us with all your saints into the joy of your eternal kingdom. All this we ask through your Son Jesus Christ. By him, and with him, and in him, in the unity of the Holy Spirit all honor and glory is yours, Almighty Father, now and for ever. Amen. And now, as our Savior Christ has taught us, we are bold to say, Celebrant and People
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.
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. 11
At the Administration Anthem
Richard Strutt (1848-1927) arr. Russell Schulz (b.1944)
In our day of thanksgiving one psalm let us offer for the saints who before us have found their reward; When the shadow of death fell upon them, we sorrowed, but now we rejoice that they rest in the Lord. In the morning of life, and at noon, and at even, he called them away from our worship below; But not till his love, at the font and the altar, had girt them with grace for the way they should go. These stones that have echoed their praises are holy, and dear is the ground where their feet have once trod; Yet here they confessed they were strangers and pilgrims, and still they were seeking the city of God. Sing praise then, for all who here sought and here found him, whose journey is ended, whose perils are past; THey believed in the Light; and its glory is round them, where the clouds of earth’s sorrow are lifted at last. — William H. Draper (1855-1933)
Prayer after Communion Celebrant Let us pray. Celebrant and People
Eternal God, heavenly Father, you have graciously accepted us as living members of your Son our Savior Jesus Christ, and you have fed us with spiritual food in the Sacrament of his Body and Blood. Send us now into the world in peace, and grant us strength and courage to love and serve you with gladness and singleness of heart; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
The Blessing 12
Hymn 618 (stanzas 1-3)
Lasst uns erfreuen
The Dismissal Deacon People
Go in peace to love and serve the Lord. Thanks be to God.
Closing Voluntary
“Placare Christe servulis” from Le tombeau de Titelouze, Op. 38
Marcel Dupré (1886-1971)
The Book of Remembrance This week we remember Dorothy Knox Houghton. The Beauty of Flowers The flowers on the Cathedral Altar are given to the glory of God in loving memory of her brother, Joe Head and their parents, Jane and Jack Head and Mary Louise and Robert Thurmond by Julie and Bob Thurmond. The flowers on the organ console are given to the glory of God and in loving memory of their parents, Bill and Nell Murdaugh and Arthur and Hazel Smith, by Jim Murdaugh and Gary Smith.
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The flowers at the Rood Screen are given to the Glory of God in loving memory of … X Betty Adam
X Newton Gilbert Dougherty
X Sandy Altman
X Betty Ruth Dungan
X Howard W. and Emma Barnes
X Ben Ecklar
X Dolly Bille
X Rafael Enriquez Jr.
X Anthony Bianco
X Janet I. Evans
X Eileen Bianco
X Carey Fontenot
X Julio Bianco
X Harold and Ruth Frazier
X Ann and John Brooks
X Michael Galbreth
X Mamie Canada Brown
X Carl N.Garner
X Henry George Butler
X Norma and Jimmie Godowns
X Louise Pearsall Canby
X David B. Gracy II
X Caleb Harlan Canby III
X Cherry and Fred Gulledge
X Scott Cawley
X John Gulledge
X Thomas E. Cobb
X Joe Michael Hale
X Dr. Jim Cox X Billie L. Cox
X Jewel Kendall and William Brooke Hamilton
X Dr. and Mrs. William M. Dabney
X Henry Kendall Hamilton
X Jim and Gilda Dadura
X Jack and Helen Harrell
X Maribel Kendall Daffan
X Maria Carmen Hernandez
X Clara Deily
X Doug Hoffman
X Mike Deily
X Patricia Holland
X James Leonard Dougherty
X Richard J. Holmes
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The flowers at the Rood Screen are given to the Glory of God in loving memory of … X Beverly Holmes
X Burta Rock
X Barb Hornbeck
X Lillie Rowden
X Charles L. Huckstep
X Noah Patrick Sala (Kinzelman)
X Betty K. Huckstep
X Mr. and Mrs. F. J. Schindler
X Christopher Huckstep
X John Theodore Sickman
X Andre Jackson
X John and Elizabeth Standish
X M. D. Jenkins
X Joy Stapp
X Pete Kirk
X Janie Stevens
X Tom Kraycirik
X William Taegel
X Mary Ruth Lewis X Emily Castiglione Lin X Donald Jui-Ling Lin X Christopher F. Meyers
X Walter Taylor X The Goff and Burek Families X The grandparents and great aunts and uncles of Joan Sachnik
X Judy Mood
X The parents and grandparents of Vicki Cawley
X Jordan Moore
X Doris Trapp
X Roy Nolen
X Donald Bostwick Vickery
X Canon and Mrs. H. Clay T. Puckett
X Allison Wallace
X Narmi Puente
X John M. Watson
X Ardell Ray Jr.
X Carrington Weems, III
X Gloria Reedy
X Blake Weisser
X Fred and Jeane Rhoades
X Fritzi Wyckoff
X Elle-Marie Weishiemer Roberts-Tenette
X Judith Yost 15
Welcome
Sunday, November 6, 2022 Announcements TODAY Welcome • 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. Welcoming God and Soul in the 21st Century • In the second of this two-part Formation Hour series, Interim Dean Gary Jones explores the importance of spirituality in the time and place in which we find ourselves. Nov. 6 at 10 a.m. in Reynolds Hall. Wreath Sales • The Cathedral Choir’s annual wreath sale offers Cathedral members an opportunity to support the Choir while bringing holiday cheer to friends, family, and business associates. Sales end today, November 6. Details at: www.christchurchcathedral. org/wreathsales All Saints Evensong • You are invited to a Choral evensong featuring the Cathedral Choir to celebrate the feast of All Saints at 5 p.m. today preceded by an organ recital byVincent Pham at 4:15 p.m. There will be a reception in Reynolds Hall following the service, hosted by the Stewardship Council in thanksgiving for the members of the Bishop Richardson Society. Parish Retreat • Come to a relaxing weekend retreat at Camp Allen in the piney words just north of Houston. Reconnect with old friends, make new ones, and renew your relationship with God. All are welcome to join. The retreat takes place Jan. 13-15. Registration available Dec. 1. Learn more at: www.christchurchcathedral.org/parishretreat Olivewood Cemetery Workday • Olivewood Cemetery was opened in 1877 for freed slaves and some of Houston’s prominent black residents. Volunteer Nov. 12, to help with general yard work, cleanup, and maintenance. Call Cad Willeford 713-818-5785 or email cadwilleford@hotmail.com. Submit your pledge for the Every Member Canvass • To submit your pledge, simply return the pledge card you receive by mail, or drop it in the offering plate, or visit www.christchurchcathedral.org/pledge to pledge online. If you have questions, contact Minister for Stewardship Karen Kraycirik at kkraycirik@ christchurchcathedral.org or 713-590-3338. Looking for Children’s Ministry • Follow Agnus to the Jones Building where you can find Sunday School at 10 a.m. for ages 2 years – 5th grade, as well as childcare for infants (6 weeks – 5 years), or the Huffington Playground. Have questions? Contact KariAnn Lessner at kalessner@christchurchcathedral.org 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