Christ Church Cathedral May 7, 2023 5 p.m. Eastertide
of Worship
Order
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.
Fifth Sunday of Easter
five o’clock in the evening
The Rev. Becky Zartman, Canon Missioner for Evangelism and Formation Celebrant
Good evening and welcome to the Well. To mark the season of Easter, we have prepared a new Order of Service for our worship.
After the prayer for the evening, the congregation will be invited to sit for a period of silence and to remain seated for the reading of the gospel and the reflection. While this pattern may be unfamiliar to you, it allows us to settle into a meditative and reflective experience without interruption. Following the prayers we will rise, sing, and then share the peace. Following the peace, the rhythm of the liturgy will return to the customary and familiar pattern of the table.
We are so glad that you are here. Come close, draw near, and receive the grace of God.
Opening Music
Traditional Irish and Scottish Tunes
At the sound of the bell, please stand.
Opening Poem
No coward soul is mine,
No trembler in the world’s storm- troubled sphere:
I see Heaven’s glories shine, And faith shines equal, arming me from fear.
— Emily Bronte, from “Last Lines”
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A Prayer for the Evening
with us, Lord, since the day is far spent and the night is coming; kindle our hearts on the Way, that we may recognize you in the scriptures, in the breaking of the bread, and in each other. Amen.
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Please be seated. A period of silence is observed.
The Reading John 14:1–14
Lector A reading from the Gospel of John.
Jesus said, “Do not let your hearts be troubled. Believe in God, believe also in me. In my Father’s house there are many dwelling places. If it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and will take you to myself, so that where I am, there you may be also. And you know the way to the place where I am going.” Thomas said to him, “Lord, we do not know where you are going. How can we know the way?” Jesus said to him, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. If you know me, you will know my Father also. From now on you do know him and have seen him.” Philip said to him, “Lord, show us the Father, and we will be satisfied.” Jesus said to him, “Have I been with you all this time, Philip, and you still do not know me? Whoever has seen me has seen the Father. How can you say, ‘Show us the Father’? Do you not believe that I am in the Father and the Father is in me? The words that I say to you I do not speak on my own; but the Father who dwells in me does his works. Believe me that I am in the Father and the Father is in me; but if you do not, then believe me because of the works themselves. Very truly, I tell you, the one who believes in me will also do the works that I do and, in fact, will do greater works than these, because I am going to the Father. I will do whatever you ask in my name, so that the Father may be glorified in the Son. If in my name you ask me for anything, I will do it.”
A period of silence is observed.
The Reflection
The Rev. Becky Zartman, Canon Missioner for Evangelism and Formation
Two minutes of silence is observed following the reflection.
Prayers of the People (The people stand for the prayers.)
The Leader begins.
As evening falls and courage sometimes falters, let us turn our hearts to God in prayer.
Silence
We pray for those gathered here and all that lies heavy on our hearts. We pray that you would know our needs even before we recognize them. Grant us those good things for which we dare not, or in our blindness cannot, ask.
Silence
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We pray for those in positions of leadership in the world, our nation, our state, and our city. Grant them the spirit of wisdom, charity, and justice, that they may promote the well-being of all people.
Silence
We pray for the sick, the bereaved, the oppressed, and the homeless, that they may be comforted by your Holy Spirit, who brings light to the darkest places.
Silence
We pray for the broken and torn fabric of the earth as it yearns for healing, trusting that you make all things new.
Silence
We pray for this and all communities of faith. We pray that you would open the hearts of your faithful to seek your truth and pursue it in love.
Silence
We pray that you would disturb us, Lord, when our dreams have come true because we have dreamed too little; when with the abundance of things we possess we have lost our thirst for the water of life. Push back, we pray, the horizons of our hopes, and move us into your future in strength, courage, hope, and love.
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The people stand for the hymn.
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The Grace
See that there is peace among yourselves, and love one another. Follow the example of good men and women of old and God will comfort you and help you, both in this world and in the world to come. Amen.
The Peace
Celebrant The peace of the Lord be always with you. People And also with you.
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The People greet one another in the name of the Lord, after which the people are seated for brief announcements.
Offertory Hymn
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Words and music by John L. Bell; GOD ENFOLDING ~ © WGRG, Iona Community, Glasgow G2 3DH. Used by permission Reprinted by permission. All rights reserved. CCL #11426131; onelicense.net # 726591-A
The Great Thanksgiving
The people stand.
Celebrant Come, Lord Jesus, be our guest. With friend, with stranger, with young and old, be among us tonight.
People Come close to us that we may come close to you. Strengthen us that we may strengthen one another. Renew us that where we have failed, we may begin again.
The People kneel or stand.
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The Holy Communion
In the beginning God made the world. The world flowed from God and God shaped it, filling it with light and life. God knew the world, but we chose not to know God. We turned from God, and though God sought us through patriarchs, matriarchs, and prophets, still we strayed. Our rebellion imperiled the fullness God intends for us, and when the world could bear no more, God sent Jesus, his Son. Among friends, gathered round a table, Jesus took bread, and, having blessed it, he broke the bread and gave it to his disciples saying, “This is my body which is given for you.” In the same way he took wine, and, having given thanks for it, he poured it and gave the cup to his disciples saying, “This cup is the new covenant with God, sealed with my blood. Take this and share it.” Lord
Jesus Christ, present with us now, as we do in this place what you did in an upstairs room, breathe your Spirit upon us and upon this bread and wine, that they may be heaven’s food and drink for us, renewing, sustaining, and making us whole, and that we may be your body on earth, loving and caring for the world. Through, with, and for the love of Christ, we share this bread and cup in the unity of your Spirit, Father Almighty. 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, come to 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 may stand or kneel.)
Celebrant and People
Eternal Light, shine in our hearts. Eternal Power, be our strength. Eternal Wisdom, guide us as we serve you. Eternal Goodness, you have drawn us to your heart and united us in the Sacrament of Christ’s Body and Blood. Now grant that with all our heart, mind, and strength, we may evermore seek your face in all those we meet in the world. Amen.
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The Blessing
May you recognize in your life the presence, power, and light of your soul. May you realize that you are never alone, and that you have a special destiny here, that behind the facade of your life there is something beautiful and eternal happening. And may you learn to see yourself with the same delight, pride, and expectation with which God sees you in every moment. And the blessing of God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit be among you and remain with you always.
— John O’Donohue
God is One, Unique and Holy
The Dismissal
Celebrant Deep peace of the running wave to you. Deep peace of the flowing air to you. Deep peace of the quiet earth to you. Deep peace of the shining stars to you. Deep peace of the Son of God to you. Deep peace, deep peace.
People Thanks be to God.
Closing Music
Elizabethan Pavane by Thomas Ford (d.1648)
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Text © 1983 Hope Publishing Company, Carol Stream, IL 60188. All rights reserved. Used by permission. onelicense.net # 726591-A COTTON WEAVER; Lancashire folk song © arr. Robin Sheldon ~ Reprinted by permission. All rights reserved. CCL # 11426131
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Becky Baxter, Music Coordinator and Harpist for The Well
Dr. Kimberly Clark, flautist
Sally Keller, cellist
The Book of Remembrance
This week we remember Judith D. Mood.
The Beauty of Flowers
The flowers on the Cathedral Altar are given to the glory of God in loving memory of their parents Priscilla Rodman Wandel and John Philip Wandel by Gail Wandel Hendryx and Deborah Wandel Francis.
Welcome to Christ Church Cathedral!
We are blessed by your presence. If you are new to the Cathedral, please fill out the WELCOME card in your pew and put it in the offering plate or give it to an usher.
Tours of the Cathedral are available after the 5 p.m. service on the third Sunday every month. If you would like a tour, meet the tour guide by the eagle lectern.
Welcome Team members are in the Cathedral Bookstore after the service to visit with you and answer any questions you may have.
Portions of this service are adapted from the Iona Community Worship Book and the Prayer Books of the Church of Ireland, the Anglican Church of New Zealand, and the Northumbrian Community.
Please be advised that our services are Livesteamed 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.
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.
Welcome
Sunday, May 7, 2023
Announcements
Monday, May 15: Barbara Brown Taylor and John Philip Newell • A unique opportunity to hear two of the most sought-after speakers on faith and spirituality today. Space is limited, and tickets are $25 each, with all proceeds going to Casa Mateo, a new ministry with immigrants. Barbara and John Philip will have a wide-ranging conversation in the Cathedral, drawing particularly on John Philip’s newest book, Sacred Earth, Sacred Soul, and on Barbara’s widely celebrated book, An Altar in the World. This is an evening you will not want to miss. May 15, 7-9 p.m. (doors open at 6:30). Registration required. Learn more at: www.christchurchcathedral.org/taylornewell
Sunday evening, May 14: John Philip Newell • Internationally acclaimed teacher of Celtic spirituality, popular speaker, and celebrated author, John Philip Newell, will give a special public address and book signing at the Cathedral on May 14, at 6 p.m. His most recent book, Sacred Earth, Sacred Soul, has been met with wide acclaim. Register to attend at: www. christchurchcathedral.org/sacredearth
Spring Neighborhood Gatherings • Neighborhood Gatherings offer a fun evening of fellowship and offer a way to connect with new friends and learn more about our community. They are hosted in the homes of Cathedral members across Houston. Upcoming events will be May 9 and 11. RSVP required. Contact Lisa Cantu at lcantu@christchurchcathedral.org
Treble Choir Spring Concert • Don’t miss this special performance on Saturday, May 20. The Houston Treble Choir will be singing at St. Thomas Episcopal Church and School, 4900 Jackwood Street, Houston at 3 p.m.
Senior Sunday • We will honor our high school seniors, May 21, during the 9 a.m., 11 a.m., and 1 p.m. services in the Cathedral. There will also be a reception at 10 a.m. in the Mellinger Room.
Summer Place • Beginning May 28, different councils will host this special coffee hour. Drop by and see what the councils are up to, visit with your friends, and enjoy some coffee and snacks. All are welcome! Sundays at 10 a.m. in Reynolds Hall.
Looking for Children’s Ministry • Follow Agnus to 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
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