5 pm The Well leaflet 7/30/23

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.

Ninth Sunday after Pentecost

five o’clock in the evening

The Rev. Bradley Varnell, Canon Missioner for Young Adult Ministry Celebrant

Good evening and welcome to the Well. To mark the season after Pentecost, we have prepared a new Order of Service for our worship.

After the spoken prayers, any who wish to do so are invited to come forward and light a candle as a symbol of their prayer. After the votive offering is over, 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 Welsh and Irish Tunes

At the sound of the bell, please stand.

Opening Prayer

I bind unto myself today

The virtues of the starlit heaven, The glorious sun’s life-giving ray, The whiteness of the moon at even, The flashing of the lightning free, The whirling wind’s tempestuous shocks, The stable earth, the deep salt sea, around the old eternal rocks.

Christ be with me, Christ within me, Christ behind me, Christ before me, Christ beside me, Christ to win me, Christ to comfort and restore me.

Christ beneath me, Christ above me, Christ in quiet, Christ in danger, Christ in hearts of all that love me, Christ in mouth of friend and stranger.

-— portion of the Breastplate of St. Patrick

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Words: Isaac Watts (1674-1749), alt.); Tune: FOREST GREEN Trad. English melody; arr. Ralph Waughan Williams, 1906 Reprinted by permission. All rights reserved. CCL# 11426131; onelicense.net # 726591-A

A Prayer for the Evening

Stay 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.

Please be seated.

Lector A reading from the Gospel of Matthew.

Jesus put before the crowds another parable: “The kingdom of heaven is like a mustard seed that someone took and sowed in his field; it is the smallest of all the seeds, but when it has grown it is the greatest of shrubs and becomes a tree, so that the birds of the air come and make nests in its branches.” He told them another parable: “The kingdom of heaven is like yeast that a woman took and mixed in with three measures of flour until all of it was leavened. The kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidden in a field, which someone found and hid; then in his joy he goes and sells all that he has and buys that field. Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant in search of fine pearls; on finding one pearl of great value, he went and sold all that he had and bought it. Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a net that was thrown into the sea and caught fish of every kind; when it was full, they drew it ashore, sat down, and put the good into baskets but threw out the bad. So it will be at the end of the age. The angels will come out and separate the evil from the righteous and throw them into the furnace of fire, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth. Have you understood all this?” They answered, “Yes.” And he said to them, “Therefore every scribe who has been trained for the kingdom of heaven is like the master of a household who brings out of his treasure what is new and what is old.”

A period of silence is observed.

The Reflection

The Rev. Bradley Varnell, Canon Missioner for Young Adult Ministry

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

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.

Additional Prayers and Lighting of Votive Candles

Please be seated

Following the Prayers of the People during the instrumental music and hymn, and at any time hereafter, you are welcome to come forward to light a votive candle as a symbol of your prayer. As we see others light candles, we recognize that we are all carrying prayer concerns known to us alone, and we are reminded to treat one another with kindness and care. Tapers and votives are located to the right of the altar and in front of the transept to the left. Please feel free to go to either of these places to light a candle.

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Text: Katherine K. Davis; alt. ©1939, 1966, E. C. Shirmer Music Company, Boston. ~ Tune: ASH GROVE; Harm. Gerald H. Knight (1908-1979) and used by permission of Royal School of Church Music ~ Reprinted by permission. All rights reserved. CCL# 11426131; onelicense.net # 726591-A

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 people who need no repentance. Amen.

The Grace

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, after which the people are seated for brief announcements.

Offertory Hymn

Christ As a Light

We will sing the entire hymn twice.

We will sing the entire hymn twice.

text by Ray Simpson from Celtic Hymn Book #27 ~ music by Becky Baxter 11 July 2019, paraphrase of the Scottish tune "Crodh-Laoigh Nam Bodach" (The Old Man's Calf) from a 19th Century MS collection ~ Reprinted by permission. All rights reserved. CCL# 11426131; onelicense.net

The Holy Communion

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.

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.

The Blessing

Life is short and we do not have much time to gladden the hearts of those who are traveling the journey with us. So be swift to love, and make haste to be kind. And the blessing of God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit be among you and remain with you always. Amen.

The Book of Remembrance

This week we remember Robert E. Gossett.

The Beauty of Flowers

The flowers on the Cathedral Altar are given to the glory of God in loving memory of the Rev. John A. Logan Jr. with thanksgiving for his years of ministry at Christ Church Cathedral. The flowers in the floor vases are given to the glory of God in honor of Kate Mumey as she begins her seminary journey by Jane, Rick, and Jack Mumey.

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, July 30, 2023

Announcements

™ Education for Ministry • Learn about the Bible, Christian Tradition, and Church History. EfM is a four-year Christian Formation program through the School of Theology of the University of the South at Sewanee. Visit www.christchurchcathedral.org/efm for more information on registration, or contact Lucy Wagner at lmwagner1219@gmail.com

™ Parks and Rec for Cathedral Kids • Join us for summer 2023’s best way to connect with your Cathedral family in a proven equation: Great Folks + Cool Park = FUN! Bring the kids and your lawn chairs. The final event will take place August 6 at 11 a.m. More information at: www.christchurchcathedral.org/parksrec

™ Beacon Temporary Services Shift • The Beacon will temporarily redirect some of its services and resources for a two-week period August 5-19. Meals and shower services will shift to Lord of the Streets and St. Joseph’s Catholic Church/Moving Waters, giving individuals options on where to obtain these services. Beacon staff will be present at both sites to welcome clients and help with coordination. Learn more at: www.beaconhomeless.org/FAQS or contact Becky Landes for details at: blandes@ beaconhomeless.org

™ Skills for Showing Up in Hard Places • Join Pastoral Care for a 3-week series and build practical skills for those who want to engage in pastoral care ministry. August 6, 13, & 20 at 3 p.m. in the Mellinger Room. Contact Minister for Pastoral Care, Claire Soard with questions at: csoard@christchurchcathedral.org

™ Cathedral Reads • Cathedral Reads, our summer reading program for adults, will dive into The House of the Spirits by Isabel Allende. Don’t miss our final discussion August 13 at 10 a.m. in Reynolds Hall. Recordings from earlier lectures and additional information available at: www.christchurchcathedral.org/cathedralreads

™ Jerusalem Peacebuilders • We welcome the Jerusalem Peacebuilders to the Cathedral on Sunday, August 6. They will read the lessons in Hebrew and Arabic at the 9 a.m. service and will present at the Dean’s Hour at 10 a.m. in Reynolds Hall. JPB is an interfaith, non-profit organization, with a mission to create a better future for humanity across religions, cultures, and nationalities.

™ Wednesday Tours at the Cathedral • Tour guides are here to welcome you at the bell tower from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. You may spend your time alone or the guide will share the Cathedral’s rich history with you. If you’re interested in learning about becoming a tour guide, contact Valerie Meisel at: vhmtexas@gmail.com

After-Hours Emergency Pastoral Care Line • 713-826-5332