Seventh Sunday after Pentecost July 7, 2024 11:00 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. We are glad you are here!
The Cathedral is equipped with a hearing loop for assisted listening via telecoil.
The Holy Eucharist: Rite One
The Rev. Canon Simón Bautista Betances Celebrant
The Liturgy is found in The Book of Common Prayer (BCP). Hymns and service music (S) are in The Hymnal 1982.
Opening Voluntary Invocation Charles Callahan (1951–2023)
Choral Introit Tone VII
V. O clap your hands together all ye people: R. O sing unto God with the voice of joy and triumph.
Hymn 718
The Word of God
National Hymn
Celebrant Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. BCP page 323
People And blessed be his kingdom, now and for ever. Amen.
The Collect for Purity and the Summary page 323
Gloria in Excelsis S 204
The Collect of the Day
Celebrant The Lord be with you. People And with thy spirit.
Celebrant Let us pray.
Old Scottish Chant
O God, who hast taught us to keep all thy commandments by loving thee and our neighbor: Grant us the grace of thy Holy Spirit, that we may be devoted to thee with our whole heart, and united to one another with pure affection; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with thee and the same Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The First Reading Ezekiel 2:1–5
Reader The Word of the Lord.
People Thanks be to God.
To you I lift up my /eyes, * to you enthroned in the/ heavens.
As the eyes of servants look to the hand of their/ masters, * and the eyes of a maid to the hand of her/ mistress, So our eyes look to the Lord our/ God, * until he show us his /mercy.
Have mercy upon us, O Lord, have /mercy, * for we have had more than enough of con/tempt, second half of chant
Too much of the scorn of the indolent /rich, * and of the derision of the /proud.
The Second Reading 2 Corinthians 12:2–10
Reader The Word of the Lord. People Thanks be to God.
Hymn 719
Alleluia
V. Alleluia. Open my eyes, O Lord, R. That I may see the wonders of your law. Alleluia.
Materna
Tone II
The Holy Gospel Mark 6:1–13
Priest The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Mark. People Glory be to thee, O Lord.
After the Gospel reading, the Priest says The Gospel of the Lord.
People Praise be to thee, O Christ.
The Sermon The Very Rev. Nathaniel Katz, Dean
The Nicene Creed page 326
The Prayers of the People Form VI, page 392
The Confession and Absolution page 393
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.
At the Offertory
Solo Leonard Bernstein (1918–1990)
Sing God a simple song: Lauda, Laude … Make it up as you go along: Lauda, Laude ... Sing like you like to sing. God loves all simple things, for God is the simplest of all. I will sing the Lord a new song to praise Him, to bless Him, to bless the Lord. I will sing His praises while I live all of my days. Blessed is the man who loves the Lord, blessed is the man who praises Him. Lauda, Lauda, Laude, and walks in His ways. I will lift up my eyes to the hills from whence comes my help. I will lift up my voice to the Lord, singing Lauda, Laude. For the Lord is my shade, is the shade upon my right hand, and the sun shall not smite me by day nor the moon by night. Blessed is the man who loves the Lord, Lauda, Lauda, Laude, and walks in His ways. Lauda, Lauda, Laude, Lauda, Lauda di da di day … all of my days.
— Psalms 144, 40, 121, adapt. Stephen Schwartz (b.1948) Emily Schuck, soloist
The Great Thanksgiving Eucharistic Prayer II, page 340
Sursum Corda S 112
Sanctus and Benedictus S 114
The People kneel as able.
Healey Willan (1880–1968)
The Eucharistic Prayer continues page 341
Fraction Anthem
Celebrant Alleluia. Christ our Passover is sacrificed for us; People Therefore let us keep the feast. Alleluia.
Agnus Dei S 158
Healey Willan
The sacrament of Holy Communion has been precious to Christians for 2,000 years. It is a way in which many sense the reality of God’s forgiveness, our union with God and each other, and the eternal life to which we belong. Please know that you do not have to be an Episcopalian to receive Communion. To receive, you may kneel or stand 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; simply ask at the altar rail. If you need Communion brought to you in the pew, please tell an usher.
At the Administration
Anthem Lowell Mason (1792–1872)
Sing praise to God: sing all nations. Praise the Lord: sing, rejoice. God’s merciful kindness is sure and gracious, and the truth of the Lord endures forever.
— Psalm 117
Prayer after Communion page 339
The Blessing
Hymn 397 Nun danket alle Gott
The Dismissal
Priest Let us go forth into the world, rejoicing in the power of the Spirit. People Thanks be to God.
Closing Voluntary
Nun danket alle Gott, Op. 65, No. 59 Sigfrid Karg-Elert (1877–1933)
Cathedral tours highlighting the lore of the building, its windows, its woodwork and more are given by a guide each Sunday following the 11 o’clock service. Look for the guide under the crucifixion window at the rear of the nave.
Readings this Week from the Revised Common Lectionary
The Old Testament Ezekiel 2:1–5
The Lord said to me: O mortal, stand up on your feet, and I will speak with you. And when he spoke to me, a spirit entered into me and set me on my feet; and I heard him speaking to me. He said to me, Mortal, I am sending you to the people of Israel, to a nation of rebels who have rebelled against me; they and their ancestors have transgressed against me to this very day. The descendants are impudent and stubborn. I am sending you to them, and you shall say to them, “Thus says the Lord God.” Whether they hear or refuse to hear (for they are a rebellious house), they shall know that there has been a prophet among them.
The Epistle 2 Corinthians 12:2–10
I know a person in Christ who fourteen years ago was caught up to the third heaven—whether in the body or out of the body I do not know; God knows. And I know that such a person—whether in the body or out of the body I do not know; God knows— was caught up into Paradise and heard things that are not to be told, that no mortal is permitted to repeat. On behalf of such a one I will boast, but on my own behalf I will not boast, except of my weaknesses. But if I wish to boast, I will not be a fool, for I will be speaking the truth. But I refrain from it, so that no one may think better of me than what is seen in me or heard from me, even considering the exceptional character of the revelations. Therefore, to keep me from being too elated, a thorn was given me in the flesh, a messenger of Satan to torment me, to keep me from being too elated. Three times I appealed to the Lord about this, that it would leave me, but he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for power is made perfect in weakness.” So, I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may dwell in me. Therefore I am content with weaknesses, insults, hardships, persecutions, and calamities for the sake of Christ; for whenever I am weak, then I am strong.
The Gospel Mark 6:1–13 Jesus came to his hometown, and his disciples followed him. On the sabbath he began to teach in the synagogue, and many who heard him were astounded. They said, “Where did this man get all this? What is this wisdom that has been given to him? What deeds of power are being done by his hands! Is not this the carpenter, the son of Mary and brother of James and Joses and Judas and Simon, and are not his sisters here with us?” And they took offense at him. Then Jesus said to them, “Prophets are not without honor, except in their hometown, and among their own kin, and in their own house.” And he could do no deed of power there, except that continued on next page
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he laid his hands on a few sick people and cured them. And he was amazed at their unbelief. Then he went about among the villages teaching. He called the twelve and began to send them out two by two, and gave them authority over the unclean spirits. He ordered them to take nothing for their journey except a staff; no bread, no bag, no money in their belts; but to wear sandals and not to put on two tunics. He said to them, “Wherever you enter a house, stay there until you leave the place. If any place will not welcome you and they refuse to hear you, as you leave, shake off the dust that is on your feet as a testimony against them.” So they went out and proclaimed that all should repent. They cast out many demons, and anointed with oil many who were sick and cured them.
The Book of Remembrance
This week we remember Ardell Ray.
The Beauty of Flowers
The flowers on the Cathedral Altar are given to the glory of God in loving memory of Diane Tobola by Erin and Toby McMillin. The flowers on the Cathedral Altar are also given to the glory of God in thanksgiving for family, friends, and Christ Church Cathedral.
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. Please be advised that our services are livestreamed 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.
Welcome
Sunday, July 7, 2024 Announcements
Art Space for ALL • Coming Sundays in July, during the 10 o’clock hour, all are invited to find new ways to experience God through the beauty of art. Arts supplies and materials will be available, along with gentle prompts to get creative juices flowing — July 14, 21, and 28. Light refreshments provided.
Alzheimer’s & Dementia Caregivers Support Group • On the second Thursday of each month, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., the Alzheimer’s Association Caregivers support group meets on Zoom to offer mutual care and support for one another. To register for the July 11 Zoom, visit: www. christchurchcathedral.org/alzheimer-dementia-support/
In the Cloister Gallery • All are invited to attend an artist’s reception on Friday, July 18 from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. with Carol L. Watson. The current exhibition “Confluence/Bento Kimono Series” is on display through August 13. To learn more about this artist and their works visit: www. christchurchcathedral.org/art
Make a splash at Summer Shade! • Cathedral Youth (and their friends)rising 6th graders to graduating seniors - are invited along on a thrilling water adventure to spend the day at Typhoon Texas Waterpark, Thursday, July 25. Learn more and register at: www.christhchurchcathedral.org/summershade
Houston Holocaust Museum Tour • Dive deeper into this summer’s Cathedral Reads program, and learn more about the setting of our book selection, The Book Thief, with a guided tour of the Holocaust Museum Houston’s exhibit Bearing Witness: A Community Remembers. Group tour will be held on Saturday, July 27, at 11:45 a.m. Tickets are $30 and space is limited. Learn more and register at: www.christchurchcathedral.org/cathedralreads
Episcopal Night at the Ballpark • On Wednesday, July 31, support the Houston Astros and watch them beat the Pittsburgh Pirates at Minute Maid Park. The night begins at 5 p.m. with a pre-game cookout in the Bishop’s Courtyard; enjoy complimentary food, drinks, and fellowship before the game! Learn more and buy tickets to the baseball game by visiting: www. christchurchcathedral.org/astros
Sing with the Choir • The Parish & Cathedral Choirs extend a warm invitation for you to join its ranks any week this summer at either the 9 a.m. or 11 a.m. Sunday Eucharists. No previous musical experience required! Rehearsals will be held in Sanders Hall prior to each service. For details, visit: www.christchurchcathedral.org/choirs
Looking for Children’s Ministry • Follow Agnus to childcare for infants (6 weeks–5 yrs) on the 1st floor of the Jones Building or enjoy some time on the Huffington Playground. 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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