The Absolution

Preces and Responses All stand Bernard Rose (1916-1996)

Hymn 511 Abbot’s Leigh

Psalm 104:25–35, 37 Sung by Choir, People seated. Chant: Kellow Pye (1812–1901) text found on BCP page 736

First Reading Numbers 11:24-30

Reader A Reading from the Book of Numbers.

Moses went out and told the people the words of the Lord; and he gathered seventy elders of the people, and placed them all around the tent. Then the Lord came down in the cloud and spoke to him, and took some of the spirit that was on him and put it on the seventy elders; and when the spirit rested upon them, they prophesied. But they did not do so again. Two men remained in the camp, one named Eldad, and the other named Medad, and the spirit rested on them; they were among those registered, but they had not gone out to the tent, and so they prophesied in the camp. And a young man ran and told Moses, “Eldad and Medad are prophesying in the camp.” And Joshua son of Nun, the assistant of Moses, one of his chosen men, said, “My lord Moses, stop them!” But Moses said to him, “Are you jealous for my sake? Would that all the Lord’s people were prophets, and that the Lord would put his spirit on them!” And Moses and the elders of Israel returned to the camp.

Reader The Word of the Lord.

People Thanks be to God.

Magnificat in A Stephen Caracciolo (b.1962)

Sung by Choir, People seated.

My soul doth magnify the Lord, and my spirit hath rejoiced in God my Savior. For he hath regarded the lowliness of his handmaiden. For behold from henceforth all generations shall call me blessed. For he that is mighty hath magnified me, and holy is his Name. And his mercy is on them that fear him throughout all generations. He hath showed strength with his arm; he hath scattered the proud in the imagination of their hearts. He hath put down the mighty from their seat, and hath exalted the humble and meek. He hath filled the hungry with good things, and the rich he hath sent empty away. He remembering his mercy hath holpen his servant Israel, as he promised to our forefathers, Abraham and his seed for ever.

Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Ghost; As it was in the beginning is now and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.

Second Lesson John 7:37-39

Reader A Reading from the Gospel according to John.

On the last day of the festival, the great day, while Jesus was standing there, he cried out, “Let anyone who is thirsty come to me, and let the one who believes in me drink. As the scripture has said, ‘Out of the believer’s heart shall flow rivers of living water.’” Now he said this about the Spirit, which believers in him were to receive; for as yet there was no Spirit, because Jesus was not yet glorified.

Reader The Word of the Lord.

People Thanks be to God.

Nunc Dimittis in A Stephen Caracciolo Sung by Choir, People seated.

Lord, now lettest thou thy servant depart in peace, according to thy word; for mine eyes have seen thy salvation, which thou hast prepared before the face of all people, to be a light to lighten the Gentiles, and to be the glory of thy people Israel.

All stand

Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Ghost; As it was in the beginning is now and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.

Apostles’ Creed People and Choir monotone, all standing.

I believe in God, the Father almighty, maker of heaven and earth; And in Jesus Christ his only Son our Lord; who was conceived by the Holy Ghost, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried. He descended into hell.

The third day he rose again from the dead. He ascended into heaven, and sitteth on the right hand of God the Father almighty. From thence he shall come to judge the quick and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Ghost, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.

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. Amen.

The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he hath anointed me to preach the gospel to the poor: he hath sent me to heal the broken hearted, to preach deliverance to the captives and recovering of sight to the blind, to preach the acceptable year of the Lord; to give unto them that mourn a garland for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, the garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness; that they might be called trees of righteousness, the planting of the Lord, that he might be glorified. For as the earth bringeth forth her bud, and as the garden causeth the things that are sown in it to spring forth; so the Lord God will cause righteousness and praise to spring forth before all the nations.

— Luke 4:18-19, Isaiah 61:3, 11

The Blessing

May God, who has given us, in the lives of his saints, patterns of holy living and victorious dying, strengthen your faith and devotion, and enable you to bear witness to the truth against all adversity. And the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be upon you and remain with you for ever. Amen.

Hymn 24 St. Clement

Closing Procession

You are cordially invited to a reception in Reynolds Hall.

After Evensong, the Eucharist will be celebrated in the chancel of the Cathedral. Those who wish to remain for the Eucharist are to come forward into the choir stalls. After the preparation of the altar, the Eucharist will be celebrated continuing on page 361 of the Book of Common Prayer.

The Book of Remembrance

This week we remember Ramona Brown Bomar and Winifred Bain Wheeler.

The Beauty of Flowers

The flowers on the Cathedral Altar are given to the glory of God in joyful thanksgiving for the life of Carter Roberts Boyd.

The flowers in the floor vases are given to the glory of God in loving memory of Winifred Bain Wheeler by her granddaughters, Rev. Dr. Olive Elaine Hinnant, Anne Hinnant Haller, and grandsons, Frank Hinnant and Robert Hinnant. Winifred was a native Houstonian and life-long member of Christ Church Cathedral. September 10, 1898 - May 28, 1985.

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Sunday, May 28, 2023 Announcements

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Today is Pentecost Sunday • Pentecost is a principal feast of the Episcopal Church celebrating the coming of the Spirit on the day of Pentecost (Acts 2:1) shortly after Jesus’ death, resurrection, and ascension. Pentecost means “fiftieth” in Greek, and is the fiftieth (and last) day of the Easter season. In Anglican or Episcopal churches, Pentecost is sometimes referred to as “Whitsunday,” perhaps for the white gowns worn during the baptisms that take place on this feast. However, in the Episcopal Church, the liturgical color is red in reference to the tongues of flame in the Pentecost story.

™ Summer Place • Whether you are new to the Cathedral or you have been a member for decades, come meet new folks and old friends at Summer Place. Cathedral councils will take turns hosting this special coffee hour Sundays, at 10 a.m., in Reynolds Hall. All are welcome!

™ Art Space • During the summer months we break out the arts and crafts supplies each Sunday for a time of creativity for Cathedral Kids! We will also have access to the Huffington Playground for those who need to run off a little energy. Join us Sunday mornings at 10 a.m. in Reynolds Hall (during Summer Place.)

™ Summer Shade for Cathedral Youth • This year Summer Shade returns on June 8 with a spectacular lineup! Every Thursday night we will gather at 6:30 pm for a movie night, activity night, or game night for rising 6th graders through seniors who just graduated. Friends are welcome. This is a great opportunity to gather as a community for fellowship and fun! Register to attend today: www.christchurchcathedral.org/summershade

™ Change in Childcare for The Well Starting Next Week • Due to limited demand, we do not plan to offer childcare any longer at The Well on Sunday evenings beginning June 4. Children are welcome to attend the service. If you have questions please contact Minister for Children and Families, KariAnn Lessner.

™ Parks and Rec for Cathedral Kids • Join us for summer 2023’s best way to reconnect with your Cathedral family in a proven equation: Great Folks + Cool Park = FUN! Bring the kids and your lawn chairs. Events will take place June 23, July 12, July 25, and August 6. More information at: www.christchurchcathedral.org/parksrec

™ Cathedral Reads • This summer our Cathedral Reads program will be centered around The House of the Spirits by Isabel Allende. Join us on Zoom for our kickoff event on June 11 at 2 p.m. Additional information available soon.

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