Christ Church Cathedral September 10, 2023 5:00 p.m.
Time Order of Worship
Ordinary
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.
Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost
five o’clock in the evening
The Rev. Canon Simón Bautista Betances 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 Irish, Scottish and English Tunes
At the sound of the bell, please stand.
Opening Poem A wreath
A wreathèd garland of deservèd praise, Of praise deservèd, unto Thee I give, I give to Thee, who knowest all my ways, My crooked winding ways, wherein I live,— Wherein I die, not live ; for life is straight, Straight as a line, and ever tends to Thee, To Thee, who art more far above deceit, Than deceit seems above simplicity. Give me simplicity, that I may live, So live and like, that I may know Thy ways, Know them and practise them: then shall I give For this poor wreath, give Thee a crown of praise.
— George Herbert
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God with Us
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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.
The Reading Matthew 18:15-20
Lector A reading from the Gospel of Matthew.
Jesus said, “If another member of the church sins against you, go and point out the fault when the two of you are alone. If the member listens to you, you have regained that one. But if you are not listened to, take one or two others along with you, so that every word may be confirmed by the evidence of two or three witnesses. If the member refuses to listen to them, tell it to the church; and if the offender refuses to listen even to the church, let such a one be to you as a Gentile and a tax collector. Truly I tell you, whatever you bind on earth will be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth will be loosed in heaven. Again, truly I tell you, if two of you agree on earth about anything you ask, it will be done for you by my Father in heaven. For where two or three are gathered in my name, I am there among them.”
A period of silence is observed.
The Reflection
The Rev. Canon Simón Bautista Betances
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Text: ©Timothy Dudley-Smith (born 1926), alt. ~ Tune: COTTON WEAVER; Lancashire folk song, ©arr. Robin Sheldon (b. 1932) Reprinted by permission. All rights reserved. CCL #11426131; onelicense.net # 726591-A
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 of Intercession & Thanksgiving
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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The love of Christ surround us
Reprinted by permission. All rights reserved. CCL #11426131 ~ CHRIST WITH US ~ music Rosemary Turnbull, arr. Keith Duke music © 2005 Kevin Mayhew Ltd. ~ Text David Adam & © SPCK, Holy Trinity Church, Marylebone Road, London NW1 4DU; onelicense.net # 726591-A
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Offertory Hymn
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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.
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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
May God the Holy Trinity make you strong in faith and love, defend you on every side, and guide you in truth and peace; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
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KINGSFOLD; Harm. & Arr. Ralph Vaughan Williams, 1872-1958 ~ Melody collected by Lucy Broadwood, (1858-1929) Worship II, GIA Pub. ©1975; Reprinted by permission. All rights reserved. CCL #11426131; onelicense.net 726591-A
The Dismissal
Celebrant Go forth confident in hope; praise God in all creation; follow Christ through whom all things are made; and in the power of the Spirit become a beacon of hope to the world.
People Thanks be to God.
Closing Music
Traditional Scottish Tune
Becky Baxter, Music Coordinator and Harpist for The Well
Dr. Kimberly Clark, flautist
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Sally Keller, cellist
The Book of Remembrance
This week we remember John David Kirkland Jr.
The Beauty of Flowers
The flowers on the Cathedral Altar are given to the glory of God in loving memory of Elizabeth Eikenburg by Bette Brinson.
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Welcome
Sunday, September 10, 2023 Announcements
Bible Studies • The Cathedral will offer several Bible studies this fall. Learn about your options and how to participate at www.christchurchcathedral.org/biblestudies
Newcomer Party • The Welcome Council would like to invite you to our Newcomer Party, Tuesday, September 12, at 6 p.m. in the Bishop’s Courtyard. Whether you’ve just stepped through our doors or have been here a while but still feel new, this party is for you! Come connect with us and other friends who are ready to learn more about this phenomenal Cathedral community. Contact Minister for Community Life and Welcome, Elizabeth Cuevas, at ecuevas@christchurchcathedral. org for more details.
Destination Unknown • Our popular lock-in for middle school youth returns with an action-packed adventure where we will explore some exciting things in Houston. September 22 from 6–11:30 p.m. Contact Minister for Youth, Marcia Quintanilla for more information at: mquintanilla@ christchurchcathedral.org. Register today at www.christchurchcathedral.org/destinationunknown
Pastoral Care Lunch & Care • Caring for our neighbors is a call for every Jesus follower. Pastoral Care Volunteers will gather for a light lunch, a brief discussion and a card-writing project for those members who need to hear we remember and love them! No previous experience needed. Sept. 24 from 12:20 – 2 p.m., McGehee Conference Room. No registration required, but if you plan on attending please email Minister for Pastoral Care, Claire Soard at csoard@christchurchcathedral. org for food-ordering purposes.
Wednesday Tours at the Cathedral • Tour guides are here to welcome you at the bell tower from 10:30 a.m. until 2:30 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
Sunday School Returns • Each Sunday we gather together as a community and grow in our faith through teaching and discussion. Classes are offered for children and youth each Sunday from 10-11 a.m. and Latino ministries from 1-2:30 p.m. Learn more and register at: www. christchurchcathedral.org/sundayschool
It Seemed Good to the Holy Spirit • This three part Dean’s Hour series begins today and runs through September, offering a look at the next chapter in the life of the Cathedral. Sundays at 10 a.m. in Reynolds Hall.
On Sept 17, we will thank our vestry for its work over the past fourteen months, reflect on the interim journey we’ve walked over the last year, and prepare ourselves for the arrival of Dean Nathaniel Katz.
On Sept. 24, we will get to know a little more about our next dean and also thank our search committee for bringing him to the Cathedral.
After-Hours Emergency Pastoral Care Line • 713-826-5332
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.
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