APR. 27 | 11 AM Contemporary Worship Bulletin by Saint Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church

SAINT MICHAEL

and All Angels Episcopal Church

The Second Sunday After Easter April 27, 2025

11 AM CONTEMPORARY Church

WELCOME

FROM THE RECTOR

The Rev. Dr. Christopher D. Girata

Happy Easter! We’re so glad you’ve joined us at Saint Michael today. We’d love to get to know you better, so please take a moment to fill out the welcome card, either physically or digitally, that can be found on this page or 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 encourage you to continue your discipleship commitment throughout this Easter season. Our theme this Easter is “The Great Promise.” The celebration of Easter is a renewal of the promise that God’s kingdom is at hand. We are part of God’s kingdom work, and every time we choose to love, we draw closer to the fullness of that promise. Last Monday, we launched the Easter season series of Weekday Meditations, and I encourage you to make these special meditations part of your weekday spiritual discipline. Please take a look at our Sunday News for upcoming special events and community moments, including those hosted by the Women and Men of Saint Michael, and register today!

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!

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The Second Sunday After Easter Holy Eucharist: Rite II

The service begins on page 355 of The Book of Common Prayer.

The flowers adorning the altar are given to the glory of God and in thanksgiving for the marriage of Caroline Cyrier and Michael Bullard.

The Word of God

Crown Him With Many Crowns Notation

Welcome

Opening Song: “Crown Him With Many Crowns” (standing, sung by all)

1.Crown

2.Crown

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Author: Matthew Bridges (1851); Alterer: Godfrey Thring (1871) Tune: Diademata (Elvey); Arrangement: Justin Brooks; Public Domain

Author: Matthew Bridges (1851); Alterer: Godfrey Thring (1871) Tune: Diademata (Elvey) Arrangement: Justin Brooks

Public Domain

The Opening Acclamation and Collect for Purity (standing)

Celebrant Alleluia. Christ is risen.

People The Lord is risen indeed. Alleluia.

Celebrant 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.

The Collect of the Day (standing)

Celebrant The Lord be with you.

People And also with you.

Celebrant Let us pray.

Almighty and everlasting God, who in the Paschal mystery established the new covenant of reconciliation: Grant that all who have been reborn into the fellowship of Christ’s Body may show forth in their lives what they profess by their faith; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

The Lesson (seated) Acts 5:27-32

When the temple police had brought the apostles, they had them stand before the council. The high priest questioned them, saying, “We gave you strict orders not to teach in this name, yet here you have filled Jerusalem with your teaching and you are determined to bring this man’s blood on us.” But Peter and the apostles answered, “We must obey God rather than any human authority. The God of our ancestors raised up Jesus, whom you had killed by hanging him on a tree. God exalted him at his right hand as Leader and Savior that he might give repentance to Israel and forgiveness of sins. And we are witnesses to these things, and so is the Holy Spirit whom God has given to those who obey him.”

Lector The Word of the Lord.

People Thanks be to God.

10,000 Reasons Notation

The Gospel (standing) John 20:19-31

Celebrant The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to John. People Glory to you, Lord Christ.

When it was evening on that day, the first day of the week, and the doors of the house where the disciples had met were locked for fear of the Jews, Jesus came and stood among them and said, “Peace be with you.” After he said this, he showed them his hands and his side. Then the disciples rejoiced when they saw the Lord. Jesus said to them again, “Peace be with you. As the Father has sent me, so I send you.” When he had said this, he breathed on them and said to them, “Receive the Holy Spirit. If you forgive the sins of any, they are forgiven them; if you retain the sins of any, they are retained.” But Thomas (who was called the Twin), one of the twelve, was not with them when Jesus came. So the other disciples told him, “We have seen the Lord.” But he said to them, “Unless I see the mark of the nails in his hands, and put my finger in the mark of the nails and my hand in his side, I will not believe.” A week later his disciples were again in the house, and Thomas was with them. Although the doors were shut, Jesus came and stood among them and said, “Peace be with you.” Then he said to Thomas, “Put your finger here and see my hands. Reach out your hand and put it in my side. Do not doubt but believe.” Thomas answered him, “My Lord and my God!” Jesus said to him, “Have you believed because you have seen me? Blessed are those who have not seen and yet have come to believe.” Now Jesus did many other signs in the presence of his disciples, which are not written in this book. But these are written so that you may come to believe that Jesus is the Messiah, the Son of God, and that through believing you may have life in his name.

Celebrant The Gospel of the Lord. People Praise to you, Lord Christ.

The Sermon (seated) The Reverend Greg Pickens

The Nicene Creed (standing, said by all)

All 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. 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.

The Prayers of the People: Form III (standing)

Celebrant Let us pray for the Church and for the world.

Lector Father, we pray for your holy Catholic Church; People That we all may be one.

Lector We give thanks for___. Grant that every member of the Church may truly and humbly serve you;

People That your Name may be glorified by all people

Lector We pray for Sean, our Presiding Bishop; for George, our Bishop; and for all bishops, priests, and deacons;

People That they may be faithful ministers of your Word and Sacraments.

Lector We pray for Donald, our President; for Greg, our Governor; for Eric, our Mayor; and for all who govern and hold authority in the nations of the world;

People That there may be justice and peace on the earth.

Lector Give us grace to do your will in all that we undertake;

People That our works may find favor in your sight.

Lector We pray for those on the Saint Michael prayer list, and for___. Have compassion on those who suffer from any grief or trouble;

People That they may be delivered from their distress.

Lector We remember those who have died, especially___. Give to the departed eternal rest; People Let light perpetual shine upon them.

Lector We praise you for your saints who have entered into joy.

People May we also come to share in your heavenly kingdom.

Lector Let us pray for our own needs and those of others.

Celebrant O Lord our God, accept the fervent prayers of your people; in the multitude of your mercies, look with compassion upon us and all who turn to you for help; for you are gracious, O lover of souls, and to you we give glory, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, now and for ever. Amen.

During the season of Easter, we omit the Confession as a way of celebrating Christ’s triumph over sin and the assurance of salvation and new life for all who are joined with him in his death and resurrection.

The Peace (standing)

Celebrant The peace of the Lord be always with you.

People And also with you.

Announcements (please be seated)

The Holy Communion

Offertory Song: “This Is The Day That The Lord Has Made” (sung by the Saint Michael Choristers)

This is the day that the Lord has made; Let us rejoice and be glad.

The right hand of God performs with bravery. His right hand is exalted.

I will not die, but I’ll live, and proclaim what the Lord has done.

This is the day that the Lord has made; Let us rejoice and be glad.

The stone which the builders rejected Has become the cornerstone. By the Lord has this been accomplished. It is wonderful in our eyes.

This is the day that the Lord has made; Let us rejoice and be glad.

- Psalm 118

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“ This Is The Day That The Lord Has Made” is a joyful choral anthem composed for the congregation of Emanuel AME Church in Charleston, South Carolina. Written by contemporary American composer Sephen DeCesare, known for his choral and sacred music, the piece celebrates the church community’s strength, resilience, and faith. The lively melody and rhythm of the piece highlight its uplifting message of praise and rejoicing.

The Great Thanksgiving: Eucharistic Prayer B (standing)

Celebrant The Lord be with you.

People And also with you.

Celebrant L ift up your hearts.

People We lift them to the Lord.

Celebrant Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.

People 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 a Proper Preface is sung or said on all Sundays, and on other occasions as appointed.

Sanctus (sans Chords)

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:

Please remain standing as you are able.

We give thanks to you, O God, for the goodness and love which you have made known to us in creation; in the calling of Israel to be your people; in your Word spoken through the prophets; and above all in the Word made flesh, Jesus, your Son. For in these last days you sent him to be incarnate from the Virgin Mary, to be the Savior and Redeemer of the world. In him, you have delivered us from evil, and made us worthy to stand before you. In him, you have brought us out of error into truth, out of sin into righteousness, out of death into life.

On the night before he died for us, 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.”

Music and arrangement by Justin and Tiffany Brooks

2006 Elgie Street Music (ASCAP)

Ho ly, ho ly, ho ly Lord, God of pow er and might,

Therefore, according to his command, O Father,

All We remember his death, We proclaim his resurrection, We await his coming in glory;

And we offer our sacrifice of praise and thanksgiving to you, O Lord of all; presenting to you, from your creation, this bread and this wine.

We pray you, gracious God, to send your Holy Spirit upon these gifts that they may be the Sacrament of the Body of Christ and his Blood of the new Covenant. Unite us to your Son in his sacrifice, that we may be acceptable through him, being sanctified by the Holy Spirit. In the fullness of time, put all things in subjection under your Christ, and bring us to that heavenly country where, with Saint Michael and all your saints, we may enter the everlasting heritage of your sons and daughters; through Jesus Christ our Lord, the firstborn of all creation, the head of the Church, and the author of our salvation.

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,

All 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, and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen.

The Breaking of the Bread

Celebrant Alleluia. Christ our Passover is sacrificed for us; People Therefore let us keep the feast. Alleluia.

Celebrant 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.

All are invited to come forward to the two standing stations for Communion at the direction of the ushers. Gluten free wafers are available upon request. Receive the wine by drinking from the chalice as it is offered to you, or by retaining the wafer, to dip lightly into the chalice for yourself. If you are not receiving, you may cross your arms over your chest and receive a blessing. If you are unable to physically come to the rail, please indicate to an usher that you would like to receive Communion at your seat.

Let Us Be Known By Our Love Notation

Communion Song: “Let Us Be Known By Our Love” (sung by all) (music continues on the next page)

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in good heal ev ness and 'ry and re-

Spi rit, let us be known by our 1.love. 2.joy. 3.peace.

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of the Son, for the glo ry of the Spi rit, let us be - -

known by our love. let us be known by our love.

The Post-Communion Prayer (standing, spoken by all)

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 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 (standing)

Crown Him With Many Crowns (V3) Notation

Closing Chorus: Verse 3 of “Crown Him With Many Crowns” (standing, sung by all)

3.Crown him the Lord of heaven, en throned in worlds a bove; crown him the King, to - -

whom is given, the won drous name of Love. Crown him with man y crowns, as - -

thrones be fore him fall, crown him, ye kings, with -

man y crowns, for he is King of all. -

Author: Matthew Bridges (1851); Alterer: Godfrey Thring (1871) Tune: Diademata (Elvey); Arrangement: Justin Brooks; Public Domain

The Dismissal (standing)

Deacon Let us go forth in the name of Christ. Alleluia, alleluia. People Thanks be to God. Alleluia, alleluia.

Parish Prayers of the People

As of April 22, 2025

John Aldridge, Rami Angir, Kathryn Anschutz, Barbara Hart Bell, John Bergner, Jose Bernal, Velma Byrd, Cosette “Coco” Cathey, Karen Callon, Carlos Cuellar, Heather Demler, Burt Derr, Samantha Dickerson, Kathy Dwight, Lou Fouts, Steve Gleason, Jody Guenther, Josh Hight, Joan Hinkle, Rick Hodge, Mason Holmes, Ada Lynn Jones, Gregg Junge, Lynne Kent, Frank Krasovec, Danny Landeros, Tom Luce, Sarah Margaret Mannes, Dimitri Margetis, David Martin, Janie Meyer, Tink Moir, John Morelock, Heather Nemec, Bob Paddock, Aaron Pritchard, Johnny Rockey, Macon Runnels, Barbara Singleton, Brad Smith, Archer Somodevilla, Samuel Springer, Renee Stephens, Fadi Suleiman, Mary Ann Swinton, Byrd Teague, Susan Wallens, Bryan Ward, Sheri White, John Wieden, Mary Wolf, Peter von Wupperfeld

The foregoing text of the worship service contained in this order of worship is taken from the Book of Common Prayer 1979.

The Book of Common Prayer alone is of authority in the worship of the Episcopal Church. This program is provided for convenience of use on this occasion.

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The Story of Scripture: Romans 12 – 16

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Godly Play

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