THE RECTOR
Welcome! I’m very glad you’ve joined us for worship today. If you’re new or new-ish, please take a moment to fill out the welcome card, either physically or digitally, that can be found on the opposite page of in the pew back in front of you. Our Welcome Team members are in the hallways today to help you with anything you need. I also hope you’ll visit our I Believe In Angels and Heart of Giving volunteers in the hallways today to support our neighbors across Dallas at Christmas.
As we prepare to worship together, I invite you to take a moment and center yourself on God’s presence. Worshiping, learning, and giving together help us grow closer to who God created us to be, and you’re part of that work. May God bless you today and every day, and I hope to see you again very soon!
CANDLELIT COMPLINE
TONIGHT!
8 p.m. in the Church Doors open at 7:30 p.m.!
FORMATION & SPECIAL EVENTS
Come prepare for the holiday season and de-stress by concluding your weekend in peace and quiet. Consider bringing friends who don't regularly attend church. Join us for a reception immediately following the service.
SaintMichael.org/Compline
10 AM 8 PM
Adult Formation
Reading the Bible for All Its Worth: The Literary Context and Putting the Six Contextual Lenses into Practice
Dr. Tim Smith • Saint Michael Chapel
Outrageous Prayers of the Bible
Dr. Elizabeth Lang • Coke Room
5 PM
Other Events Youth Donut Olympics Youth Center
In-Person Compline Church
Announcements
Happy Thanksgiving
Due to the Thanksgiving holiday, the church offices are closed Wednesday, November 23 – Friday, November 25.
Childcare (3 & under) is available from 8:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. in rooms 13–16.
For a full listing of fall offerings and upcoming events, please visit saintmichael.org/fall22
WELCOME
SAINT MICHAEL & ALL ANGELS EPISCOPAL CHURCH
HOLY EUCHARIST: RITE II
11:00 A.M. November 20, 2022
SONG CROWN HIM WITH MANY CROWNS
Crown Him with many crowns, the Lamb upon His throne. Hark! How the heavenly anthem drowns all music but its own. Awake, my soul, and sing of Him who died for thee, And hail Him as thy matchless King through all eternity.
Crown Him the Lord of life, who triumphed over the grave And rose victorious in the strife for those He came to save His glories now we sing, who died, and rose on high Who died eternal life to bring, and lives that death may die
Crown Him the Lord of Heav’n, enthroned in worlds above Crown Him the King to Whom is giv’n the wondrous name of Love Crown Him with many crowns, as thrones before Him fall Crown Him, ye kings, with many crowns, for He is King of all
OPENING ACCLAMATION
Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. And blessed be his kingdom, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty God, to you all hearts are open, all desires known, and from you no secrets are hid: Cleanse the thoughts of our hearts by the inspiration of your Holy Spirit, that we may perfectly love you, and worthily magnify your holy Name; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
COLLECT OF THE DAY
The Lord be with you. And also with you. Let us pray.
Almighty and everlasting God, whose will it is to restore all things in your well beloved Son, the King of kings and Lord of lords: Mercifully grant that the peoples of the earth, divided and enslaved by sin, may be freed and brought together under his most gracious rule; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
THE LESSON COLOSSIANS 1:11-20
May you be made strong with all the strength that comes from his glorious power, and may you be prepared to endure everything with patience, while joyfully giving thanks to the Father, who has enabled you to share in the inheritance of the saints in the light. He has rescued us from the power of darkness and transferred us into the kingdom of his beloved Son, in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins. He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of all creation; for in him all things in heaven and on earth were created, things visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or powers all things have been created through him and for him. He himself is before all things, and in him all things hold together. He is the head of the body, the church; he is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead, so that he might come to have first place in everything. For in him all the fullness of God was pleased to dwell, and through him God was pleased to reconcile
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to himself all things, whether on earth or in heaven, by making peace through the blood of his cross.
The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.
SONG PRAISE THE KING
There's a reason why the curse of sin is broken There's a reason why the darkness runs from light There's a reason why we stand here now forgiven Jesus is alive
There’s a reason why we are not overtaken There’s a reason why we sing on through the night There’s a reason why our hope remains eternal Jesus is alive
Praise the King He is risen Praise the King He's alive Praise the King death's defeated Hallelujah He's alive Hallelujah He's alive
There's a reason why our hearts can be courageous There's a reason why the dead are made alive There's a reason why we share His resurrection Jesus is alive (oh He's alive)
Praise the King He is risen Praise the King He's alive Praise the King death's defeated Hallelujah He's alive Hallelujah He's alive
Oh He's alive The grave could not ignore it
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When all of heaven's roaring Hell where is your victory Death where is your sting The world could not ignore it
When all the saints are roaring Hell where is your victory Death where is your sting
Praise the King He is risen Praise the King He's alive Praise the King death's defeated Hallelujah He's alive Hallelujah He's alive
Hallelujah He’s alive Hallelujah He’s alive Hallelujah He’s alive
THE GOSPEL LUKE 23:33-43
The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Saint Luke Glory to you, Lord Christ.
When they came to the place that is called The Skull, they crucified Jesus there with the criminals, one on his right and one on his left. Then Jesus said, "Father, forgive them; for they do not know what they are doing." And they cast lots to divide his clothing. The people stood by, watching Jesus on the cross; but the leaders scoffed at him, saying, "He saved others; let him save himself if he is the Messiah of God, his chosen one!" The soldiers also mocked him, coming up and offering him sour wine, and saying, "If you are the King of the Jews, save yourself!" There was also an inscription over him, "This is the King of the Jews." One of the criminals who were hanged there kept deriding him and saying, "Are you not the Messiah? Save yourself and us!" But the other rebuked him, saying, "Do you not fear God, since you are under the same sentence of condemnation? And we indeed have been condemned justly, for we are getting what we deserve for our deeds, but this man has done nothing wrong." Then he said, "Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom." He replied, "Truly I tell you, today you will be with me in Paradise."
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The Gospel of the Lord. Praise to you Lord Christ.
NICENE CREED
We believe in one God, the Father, the Almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all that is, seen and unseen. We believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ, the only Son of God, eternally begotten of the Father, God from God, Light from Light, true God from true God, begotten, not made, of one Being with the Father. Through him all things were made. For us and for our salvation he came down from heaven: by the power of the Holy Spirit he became incarnate from the Virgin Mary, and was made man.
For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate; he suffered death and was buried. On the third day he rose again in accordance with the Scriptures; he ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead, and his kingdom will have no end.
We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds from the Father and the Son. With the Father and the Son he is worshiped and glorified. He has spoken through the Prophets. We believe in one holy catholic and apostolic Church.
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SERMON THE REVEREND MARY LESSMANN
We acknowledge one baptism for the forgiveness of sins.
We look for the resurrection of the dead, and the life of the world to come. Amen.
Prayers of the People: Form VI
In peace, we pray to you, Lord God.
For all people in their daily life and work; For our families, friends, and neighbors, and for those who are alone.
For this community, the nation, and the world; For all who work for justice, freedom, and peace.
For the just and proper use of your creation; For the victims of hunger, fear, injustice, and oppression.
For all who are in danger, sorrow, or any kind of trouble; For those who minister to the sick, the friendless, and the needy.
For the peace and unity of the Church of God; For all who proclaim the Gospel, and all who seek the Truth.
For Justin, Archbishop of Canterbury; Michael, Our Presiding Bishop; George, our Bishop; our parish clergy and their families; and for all bishops and other ministers; For all who serve God in his Church.
For the special needs and concerns of this congregation. Hear us Lord; For your mercy is great.
We thank you, Lord, for all the blessings of this life. We will exalt you, O God our King;
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And praise your Name for ever and ever.
We pray for all who have died, that they may have a place in your eternal kingdom. Lord, let your loving kindness be upon them;
Who put their trust in you.
CONCLUDING COLLECT
Almighty and eternal God, ruler of all things in heaven and earth: Mercifully accept the prayers of your people, and strengthen us to do your will; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
CONFESSION
Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.
Most merciful God, we confess that we have sinned against you in thought, word, and deed, by what we have done, and by what we have left undone. We have not loved you with our whole heart; we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves. We are truly sorry and we humbly repent. For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ, have mercy on us and forgive us; that we may delight in your will, and walk in your ways, to the glory of your Name. Amen.
Almighty God have mercy on you, forgive you all your sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen you in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep you in eternal life. Amen.
THE PEACE
The Peace of the Lord be always with you. And also with you.
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BIRTHDAY BLESSING
Watch over your children, O Lord, as their days increase; bless and guide them wherever they may be. Strengthen them when they stand; comfort them when discouraged or sorrowful; raise them up if they fall; and in their hearts may your peace which passes understanding abide all the days of their life; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
OFFERTORY SENTENCE
Walk in love, as Christ loved us and gave himself for us, an offering and sacrifice to God.
OFFERTORY SONG
Alleluia! sing to Jesus! his the scepter, his the throne; Alleluia! his the triumph, his the victory alone; Hark! the songs of peaceful Zion thunder like a mighty flood; Jesus out of every nation hath redeemed us by his blood.
Alleluia! Bread of Heaven, thou on earth our food, our stay! Alleluia! here the sinful flee to thee from day to day: Intercessor, friend of sinners, earth's Redeemer, plead for me, where the songs of all the sinless sweep across the crystal sea.
Alleluia! King eternal, thee the Lord of lords we own: Alleluia! born of Mary, earth thy footstool, heaven thy throne:
ALLELUIA SING TO JESUS
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thou within the veil hast entered, robed in flesh, our great High Priest: thou on earth both Priest and Victim in the eucharistic feast.
COMMUNION RITE II PRAYER A
The Lord be with you. And also with you.
Lift up your hearts. We lift them to the Lord.
Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. It is right to give him thanks and praise.
It is right, and a good and joyful thing, always and everywhere to give thanks to you, Father Almighty, Creator of heaven and earth.
[ Here the Celebrant includes a proper preface ]
Therefore we praise you, joining our voices with Angels and Archangels and with all the company of heaven, who for ever sing this hymn to proclaim the glory of your Name:
Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might, heaven and earth are full of your glory. Hosanna in the highest. Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord. Hosanna in the highest.
Holy and gracious Father: In your infinite love you made us for yourself, and, when we had fallen into sin and become subject to evil and death, you, in your mercy, sent Jesus Christ, your only and eternal Son, to share our human nature, to live and die as one of us, to reconcile us to you, the God and Father of all.
He stretched out his arms upon the cross, and offered himself, in obedience to your will, a perfect sacrifice for the whole world.
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On the night he was handed over to suffering and death, our Lord Jesus Christ took bread; and when he had given thanks to you, he broke it, and gave it to his disciples, and said, “Take, eat: This is my Body, which is given for you. Do this for the remembrance of me.”
After supper he took the cup of wine; and when he had given thanks, he gave it to them, and said, “Drink this, all of you: This is my Blood of the new Covenant, which is shed for you and for many for the forgiveness of sins. Whenever you drink it, do this for the remembrance of me.”
Therefore we proclaim the mystery of faith:
Christ has died. Christ is risen. Christ will come again. We celebrate the memorial of our redemption, O Father, in this sacrifice of praise and thanksgiving. Recalling his death, resurrection, and ascension, we offer you these gifts.
Sanctify them by your Holy Spirit to be for your people the Body and Blood of your Son, the holy food and drink of new and unending life in him. Sanctify us also that we may faithfully receive this holy Sacrament, and serve you in unity, constancy, and peace; and at the last day bring us with all your saints into the joy of your eternal kingdom.
All this we ask through your Son Jesus Christ: By him, and with him, and in him, in the unity of the Holy Spirit all honor and glory is yours, Almighty Father, now and for ever. AMEN.
“And now, as our Savior Christ has taught us, we are bold to say,”
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. For thine is the kingdom,
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and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen.
Alleluia. Christ our Passover is sacrificed for us; Therefore let us keep the feast. Alleluia
The Gifts of God for the People of God. Take them in remembrance that Christ died for you, and feed on him in your hearts by faith, with thanksgiving.
COMMUNION SONG YOU ARE MY KING
I'm forgiven Because You were forsaken I'm accepted You were condemned I'm alive and well Your Spirit is within me Because You died And rose again
I'm forgiven Because You were forsaken I'm accepted You were condemned I'm alive and well Your Spirit is within me Because You died And rose again
Amazing love How can it be That You my King Would die for me Amazing love I know it's true
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It's my joy to honor You In all I do I honor You
I'm forgiven Because You were forsaken I'm accepted You were condemned I'm alive and well Your Spirit is within me Because You died And rose again
Amazing love How can it be That You my King Would die for me Amazing love I know it's true It's my joy to honor You In all I do I honor You
You are my King You are my King Jesus You are my King Jesus You are my King
Amazing love, How can it be That You my King, Would die for me Amazing love I know it's true It's my joy to honor You In all I do I honor You
POST COMMUNION PRAYER
Eternal God, heavenly Father, you have graciously accepted us as living members of your Son our Savior Jesus Christ, and you have fed us with spiritual food in the
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Sacrament of his Body and Blood. Send us now into the world in peace, and grant us strength and courage to love and serve you with gladness and singleness of heart; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
THE BLESSING
The peace of God, which passes all understanding, keep your hearts and minds in the knowledge and love of God, and of his Son Jesus Christ our Lord, and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you and remain with you always. Amen.
CLOSING CHORUS CHORUS OF YOU ARE MY KING
Amazing love How can it be That You my King Would die for me Amazing love I know it's true It's my joy to honor You In all I do I honor You
DISMISSAL
Go in peace to love and serve the Lord. Thanks be to God.
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9 a.m. Joy Service
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The festival begins with an Advent-themed Joy service and includes the appearance of a very special guest: St. Nicholas!
Following the service, all are invited to enjoy treats and refreshments, participate in a Christmas service project, and engage in a variety of Advent activities. SaintMichael.org/AdventFest
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Activities Garden Cloister & Coke Room
Lessons & Carols ADVENT Begin the Advent season with this beloved service of readings, music, and processions led by the Saint Michael Choir. Sunday, December 4 4 p.m. in the Church SAINTMICHAEL.ORG/ADVENTLC MONDAY, NOVEMBER 30 CHRISTMAS SHOPPING AT THE EXCHANGE St. Michael’s Woman’s Exchange 5 Highland Park Village 5–7 p.m. WOMEN OF SAINT MICHAEL Bridging the Divide SAINTMICHAEL.ORG/WOMEN 10 AM–2 PM | KLYDE WARREN PARK
ranchers, and
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 10
Come support your favorite farmers,
local food artisans and enjoy this beautiful oasis in the heart of Dallas. Pick up edible delights for your holiday table, friends, and neighbors. For more information, visit saintmichaelsmarket.com
Grocery bags with the Advent calendar will be available at church entrances on Sunday, November 27. Participate in the 24-day advent journey and return your bag of food to the South entrance the first week of January.
Parishioners will learn about food insecurity, pray for people impacted by hunger, and serve North Dallas Shared Ministries while counting down the days to Christmas.
For more information, please contact Christi Morrow at cmorrow@saintmichael.org or visit our website.
SaintMichael.org/AdventCalendar
