The First Sunday in Lent
February 26, 2023
8 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 welcome cards found in the pew rack.
The Holy Eucharist: Rite One
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.
The Word of God
Celebrant Bless the Lord who forgiveth all our sins. BCP, page 323 People His mercy endureth for ever. Amen.
The Collect for Purity and the Summary page 323
Kyrie Eleison page 324
The Collect of the Day
Celebrant The Lord be with you. People And with thy spirit.
Celebrant Let us pray.
Almighty God, whose blessed Son was led by the Spirit to be tempted of Satan: Make speed to help thy servants who are assaulted by manifold temptations; and, as thou knowest their several infirmities, let each one find thee mighty to save; through Jesus Christ thy Son our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
The First Reading Romans 5:12–19
Reader The Word of the Lord.
People Thanks be to God.
The Holy Gospel Matthew 4:1–11
Deacon The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Matthew. People Glory be to thee, O Lord.
After the Gospel reading, the Deacon says The Gospel of the Lord.
People Praise be to thee, O Christ.
The Sermon The Rev. John Pitts, Assisting Priest
The Nicene Creed page 326
The Prayers of the People Form IV, page 392
The General Confession page 331
The Peace
Celebrant The peace of the Lord be always with you. People And with thy spirit.
The People greet one another in the name of the Lord, after which the people are seated for brief announcements.
The Holy Communion
Offerings of alms and bread and wine are received.
The Great Thanksgiving Eucharistic Prayer I, page 333
Celebrant The Lord be with you. People And with thy spirit.
Celebrant Lift up your hearts. People We lift them up unto the Lord.
Celebrant Let us give thanks unto our Lord God. People It is meet and right so to do.
Sanctus and Benedictus
Celebrant and People
Holy, holy, holy, Lord God of Hosts:
Heaven and earth are full of thy glory. Glory be to thee, O Lord Most High. Blessed is he that cometh in the name of the Lord. Hosanna in the highest.
The Eucharistic Prayer continues page 334
The Breaking of the Bread
Celebrant Christ our Passover is sacrificed for us; People Therefore let us keep the feast.
You do not have to be an Episcopalian 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.
Prayer after Communion page 339
The Blessing
The Dismissal
Celebrant Let us bless the Lord. People Thanks be to God.
Readings this Week from the Revised Common Lectionary
The Old Testament Genesis 2:15–17; 3:1–7
The Lord God took the man and put him in the garden of Eden to till it and keep it. And the Lord God commanded the man, “You may freely eat of every tree of the garden; but of the tree of the knowledge of good and evil you shall not eat, for in the day that you eat of it you shall die.” Now the serpent was more crafty than any other wild animal that the Lord God had made. He said to the woman, “Did God say, ‘You shall not eat from any tree in the garden’?” The woman said to the serpent, “We may eat of the fruit of the trees in the garden; but God said, ‘You shall not eat of the fruit of the tree that is in the middle of the garden, nor shall you touch it, or you shall die.’” But the serpent said to the woman, “You will not die; for God knows that when you eat of it your eyes will be opened, and you will be like God, knowing good and evil.” So when the woman saw that the tree was good for food, and that it was a delight to the eyes, and that the tree was to be desired to make one wise, she took of its fruit and ate; and she also gave some to her husband, who was with her, and he ate. Then the eyes of both were opened, and they knew that they were naked; and they sewed fig leaves together and made loincloths for themselves.
The Epistle Romans 5:12–19
As sin came into the world through one man, and death came through sin, and so death spread to all because all have sinned — sin was indeed in the world before the law, but sin is not reckoned when there is no law. Yet death exercised dominion from Adam to Moses, even over those whose sins were not like the transgression of Adam, who is a type of the one who was to come. But the free gift is not like the trespass. For if the many died through the one man’s trespass, much more surely have the grace of God and the free gift in the grace of the one man, Jesus Christ, abounded for the many. And the free gift is not like the effect of the one man’s sin. For the judgment following one trespass brought condemnation, but the free gift following many trespasses brings justification. If, because of the one man’s trespass, death exercised dominion through that one, much more surely will those who receive the abundance of grace and the free gift of righteousness exercise dominion in life through the one man, Jesus Christ. Therefore just as one man’s trespass led to condemnation for all, so one man’s act of righteousness leads to justification and life for all. For just as by the one man’s disobedience the many were made sinners, so by the one man’s obedience the many will be made righteous.
The Gospel Matthew 4:1–11
Jesus was led up by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil. He fasted forty days and forty nights, and afterwards he was famished. The tempter came and said to him, “If you are the Son of God, command these stones to become loaves of bread.” But he answered, “It is written, ‘One does not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God.’” Then the devil took him to the holy city and placed him on the pinnacle of the temple,
saying to him, “If you are the Son of God, throw yourself down; for it is written, ‘He will command his angels concerning you,’ and ‘On their hands they will bear you up, so that you will not dash your foot against a stone.’” Jesus said to him, “Again it is written, ‘Do not put the Lord your God to the test.’” Again, the devil took him to a very high mountain and showed him all the kingdoms of the world and their splendor; and he said to him, “All these I will give you, if you will fall down and worship me.” Jesus said to him, “Away with you, Satan! for it is written, ‘Worship the Lord your God, and serve only him.’” Then the devil left him, and suddenly angels came and waited on him.
The Book of Remembrance
This week we remember Kay Kimble Martin.
The Beauty of Flowers
The flowers on the Cathedral Altar are given to the glory of God in loving memory of John and Marion Merritello by the Nielsen family.
Weekday Services
Morning Prayer, 7:30 a.m., Monday-Friday on Zoom
Evening Prayer, 6 p.m., Monday- Friday on Zoom
Oración del Mediodía, lunes y jueves en Facebook
Contemplative Prayer, 11:15 a.m., Mondays in Mellinger Room
Holy Eucharist, Noon, Wednesdays in Golding Chapel
Bilingual Holy Eucharist, 6 p.m., Wednesdays in Golding Chapel
Links available at: www.christchurchcathedral.org/weekdayservices
Welcome
Sunday, February 26, 2023
Announcements
TODAY
Robert C. Stuart Lenten Series • Join us this morning at 10 a.m. in Reynolds Hall as poets Allison Seay and Jason Myers lead our first Lenten lecture. And don’t miss our Lenten Retreat with Dean Gary Jones, Saturday, March 4, 9-3 p.m. in Reynolds Hall, or his lecture next Sunday “Someone is Waiting for You” where he will build on his 4-part series, “Beyond Bellhops of History.” See the schedule and register online for select events at: www. christchurchcathedral.org/lent
World Premiere: Mass of the Eternal Flame • To mark Robert Simpson’s 25th anniversary as Canon for Music, the Cathedral Choir commissioned one of today’s leading composers to write a new Mass setting. Scored for choir, brass and organ, Mass of the Eternal Flame by Latvian composer Ēriks Ešenvalds will be premiered by the Cathedral Choir at 5 p.m. Don’t miss it!
Contemplative Chapel • Join Interim Dean Gary Jones Wednesday evenings during Lent for an online experience of contemplative prayer via Zoom. Each session begins with a very brief welcome and reflection, followed by a time of “Holy Reading” or Lectio Divina. Sessions begin March 1 from 6:30–7:30 p.m. Contact Louise Langford at llangford@christchurchcathedral.org to learn how to participate.
Dying in Christ: The End of Life in the Anglican Tradition • You are invited to our 3-week series exploring the theology and liturgy of dying, as well as practical information on planning for a funeral. Join us in Jeffers Conference Room for a light lunch and rich conversation. We will be meeting at 12:30 p.m. on March 1, 8, and 15. Contact Claire Soard for additional details at csoard@christchurchcathedral.org.
Giving Tree • The Giving Tree is an annual fundraiser that supports Cathedral Youth in their mission work. Learn more at www.christchurchcathedral.org/ givingtree, or visit us in the cloister between services on Sundays during Lent.
Monica Czausz Berney Organ Recital • A true star among young classical musicians, Monica Czausz Berney has quickly made a name for herself as one of the finest organists on the scene today. Monica previously served as Cathedral organ scholar and organist and currently serves as Interim Director of Music at St. Paul’s Parish in Washington, D.C. Her recital will be March 3, beginning at 7:30 p.m.
Newcomer Lunch and Learn • Newcomers are invited to a learning luncheon about life at the Cathedral. Participants receive an overview of worship practices, learning, service, and fellowship opportunities, a brief history of the Cathedral, and a tour of the campus. Hosted by the Welcome Council and led by Canon Vicar Kathy Pfister. Sunday, March 5 at 12:15 p.m. in McGehee Conference Room. RSVP to Elizabeth Cuevas at ecuevas@christchurchcathedral.org
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
Make Your 2023 EMC Pledge • There’s still time to make your annual pledge. We invite you to join us as we renew our commitment to our beloved Cathedral in time, talent, and treasure. To submit your pledge, simply drop a pledge card into 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.
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 Rt. Rev. J. Scott Mayer, Assistant Bishop
The Very Rev. Gary Jones, Interim 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 and Young Adult Ministry
The Rev. Edward L. Stein, Assisting Priest
Robert L. Simpson, Canon for Music
Daryl Robinson, Cathedral Organist
Lucy Chambers, Bookstore Manager
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