FEB. 12 | 9 AM Traditional Worship Bulletin and Sunday Newstion

SAINT MICHAEL AND ALL ANGELS EPISCOPAL CHURCH

FEBRUARY 12, 2023

9 AM TRADITIONAL CHURCH

We’re glad you’re here!

We’d love to get to know you and help you get to know us. Saint Michael is a vibrant group of people choosing to live life as a community: pursuing Jesus, caring for one another, and serving those in need.

While you’re here with us today, we’d love for you to do two things:

1. Fill out a Welcome Card. They’re in the pew back in front of you, or use the QR code to use the quick, mobile-friendly “Get in Touch” form.

2. Stop by a Welcome Hub in the church lobby

You’ll see greeters wearing “Welcome” ribbons/ lanyards and they can answer questions about a worship service, formation class, or childcare.

We look forward to seeing you soon! Build

At Saint Michael we are all about connecting, serving, and growing. To learn more about us, find ways to get involved, or see a map of the campus, scan the QR code.

Rob Springer leads our Welcome and Connection ministries at Saint Michael and he would love the opportunity to connect and answer any questions you may have. Feel free to contact him at (903) 405-7447 or rspringer@saintmichael.org.

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FROM THE RECTOR FORMATION & SPECIAL EVENTS

Welcome! I’m very glad you’ve joined us for worship today. 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 hope you will join us during the 10 o’clock hour at one of our excellent classes for all ages. If you miss them or cannot stay, I encourage you to join us throughout the week at one of our many Bible studies, book studies prayer groups, and more. Being with your church family outside of Sunday worship helps deepen our faith together.

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!

10 AM

Adult Formation Class For Parents:

Love Does: I’m With You

Erin Osborne • Theater

Creed:

“Who for Us...Became Human”

The Rev. Mary Lessmann

Saint Michael Chapel

Children Formation

Godly Play

Room 203: Level 1 (Ages 3-6)

Room 205: Level 2 (Ages 6-9)

Weaving God’s Promises

Room 214: Ages PreK-1st Grade

Room 216: Ages 2nd-3rd Grade

What’s in the Bible?

Room 213: Ages 4th-5th Grade

Youth Formation Middle School

6th – 7th Grade • Green Room

High School Orange Room

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 21

SHROVE TUESDAY

PANCAKE & GUMBO SUPPER

Featuring the Bach Norwood Quartet!

5–7 | Parish Hall

Hosted by the Men of Saint Michael, this celebration is an amazing time of food, family, and friends. Laissez les bons temps roulez (let the good times roll) with a concert of Mardi Gras jazz! Scan the QR code to buy tickets today!

Childcare (3 & under) is available from 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. in rooms 13–16.

For a full listing of offerings and upcoming events, please visit saintmichael.org/epiphany23 .

Prelude

Noted American organist

Christa Rakich served on the faculties of Westminster Choir College, Brandeis University, and the University of Connecticut, and as assistant university organist at Harvard University. An homage to Johann Pachelbel, the variations on Lobe den Herren (hymn 390) originated as concert improvisations and were written out after the concert.

The Sixth Sunday after Epiphany

Holy Eucharist Rite II

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

The Word of God

Variations on Lobe den Herren

Welcome

Entering Procession (standing, sung by all)

Christa Rakich

“Praise to the Lord, the Almighty” Lobe den Herren Hymn 390

The

Opening Acclamation & Collect for Purity (standing)

Celebrant Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

People And blessed be his kingdom, now and for ever. Amen.

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.

Gloria in excelsis (standing, sung by all) William Mathias Hymn S 278

Children ages three through eight are invited to proceed to children’s chapel by exiting through the east doors at the back of the nave; they will return to the nave following the Peace.

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The Collect of the Day (standing)

Celebrant The Lord be with you. People And also with you. Celebrant Let us pray.

O God, the strength of all who put their trust in you: Mercifully accept our prayers; and because in our weakness we can do nothing good without you, give us the help of your grace, that in keeping your commandments we may please you both in will and deed; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

The Lesson 1 Corinthians 3:1-9 (seated)

Brothers and sisters, I could not speak to you as spiritual people, but rather as people of the flesh, as infants in Christ. I fed you with milk, not solid food, for you were not ready for solid food. Even now you are still not ready, for you are still of the flesh. For as long as there is jealousy and quarreling among you, are you not of the flesh, and behaving according to human inclinations? For when one says, “I belong to Paul,” and another, “I belong to Apollos,” are you not merely human? What then is Apollos? What is Paul? Servants through whom you came to believe, as the Lord assigned to each. I planted, Apollos watered, but God gave the growth. So neither the one who plants nor the one who waters is anything, but only God who gives the growth. The one who plants and the one who waters have a common purpose, and each will receive wages according to the labor of each. For we are God’s servants, working together; you are God’s field, God’s building.

Lector The Word of the Lord. People Thanks be to God.

The Psalm 119:1-8 (seated, chanted by the choir) Edward John Hopkins

Happy are they whose way is blameless, * who walk in the law of the LORD!

Happy are they who observe his decrees * and seek him with all their hearts!

Who never do any wrong, * but always walk in his ways. You laid down your commandments, * that we should fully keep them.

Oh, that my ways were made so direct * that I might keep your statutes! Then I should not be put to shame, * when I regard all your commandments.

I will thank you with an unfeigned heart, * when I have learned your righteous judgments. I will keep your statutes; * do not utterly forsake me.

Sequence Hymn (standing, sung by all)

“Forgive our sins as we forgive” Detroit Hymn 674, v. 1

Gospeler The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Matthew. People Glory to you, Lord Christ.

Jesus said, “You have heard that it was said to those of ancient times, ‘You shall not murder’; and ‘whoever murders shall be liable to judgment.’ But I say to you that if you are angry with a brother or sister, you will be liable to judgment; and if you insult a brother or sister, you will be liable to the council; and if you say, ‘You fool,’ you will be liable to the hell of fire. So when you are offering your gift at the altar, if you remember that your brother or sister has something against you, leave your gift there before the altar and go; first be reconciled to your brother or sister, and then come and offer your gift. Come to terms quickly with your accuser while you are on the way to court with him, or your accuser may hand you over to the judge, and the judge to the guard, and you will be thrown into prison. Truly I tell you, you will never get out until you have paid the last penny. You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall not commit adultery.’ But I say to you that everyone who looks at a woman with lust has already committed adultery with her in his heart. If your right eye causes you to sin, tear it out and throw it away; it is better for you to lose one of your members than for your whole body to be thrown into hell. And if your right hand causes you to sin, cut it off and throw it away; it is better for you to lose one of your members than for your whole body to go into hell. It was also said, ‘Whoever divorces his wife, let him give her a certificate of divorce.’ But I say to you that anyone who divorces his wife, except on the ground of unchastity, causes her to commit adultery; and whoever marries a divorced woman commits adultery. Again, you have heard that it was said to those of ancient times, ‘You shall not swear falsely, but carry out the vows you have made to the Lord.’ But I say to you, Do not swear at all, either by heaven, for it is the throne of God, or by the earth, for it is his footstool, or by Jerusalem, for it is the city of the great King. And do not swear by your head, for you cannot make one hair white or black. Let your word be ‘Yes, Yes’ or ‘No, No’; anything more than this comes from the evil one.”

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

The Sermon (seated)

The Reverend Kenneth H. Brannon

The Nicene Creed (standing)

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.

Parish Prayers of the People as of February 6, 2023

Kathryn Anschutz, Carole Anne Cervin Axley, Kara Woodruff Axley, Norton Baker, Barbara Hart Bell, Tom & Margaret Bell, Len Bourland, Suzanne Buhrer, Frances Campbell, Rachel & Aaron Cathey, Randy Davis, David DeKnock, Richard DeKnock, Carol Dotson, Rosalee Fillion, Nanette Fitz, Michael Gratkowski, Jody Guenther, Don Harp, Melissa Harrison, Amy Heller, Josh Hight, Samuel Joseph, Nancy Kimbell, Jeff Kunzler, Darlene Lueking, Steve McCandless, Vicki Sparks McCarty, Christine McDonough, Penny Malloy, Harrison Marcus, Hart Mason, Heather Nemec, Taylor Netting, Haley Odlozil, Charles Peeler, Alex Powell, Jim Rogers, Dorinda Scobee, Mike Smith, Callan Spence, Janet Stafford, Carol Ann Stewart, Byrd Teague, Diane Teagarden, Valerie Guenther Unger, Mary VonDohlen, Peter Von Wupperfeld, Jack Day Watson III, Tony Wilks, Catherine Carr Worley

Prayers of the People: Form IV (standing)

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

Lector Grant, Almighty God, that all who confess your Name may be united in your truth, live together in your love, and reveal your glory in the world. [We pray for ____. ] Lord, in your mercy.

People Hear our prayer.

Lector Guide the people of this land, and of all the nations, in the ways of justice and peace; that we may honor one another and serve the common good. [We pray for Joe, our President; Greg, our Governor; and Eric, our Mayor.] Lord, in your mercy.

People Hear our prayer.

Lector Give us all a reverence for the earth as your own creation, that we may use its resources rightly in the service of others and to your honor and glory. Lord, in your mercy.

People Hear our prayer.

Lector Bless all whose lives are closely linked with ours, and grant that we may serve Christ in them, and love one another as he loves us. [We give thanks for___.] Lord, in your mercy.

People Hear our prayer.

Lector Comfort and heal all those who suffer in body, mind, or spirit; give them courage and hope in their troubles, and bring them the joy of your salvation. [We pray for all those on the Saint Michael prayer list, and for___.] Lord, in your mercy.

People Hear our prayer.

Lector We commend to your mercy all who have died, that your will for them may be fulfilled; and we pray that we may share with all your saints in your eternal kingdom. [We pray especially for ____.] Lord, in your mercy.

People Hear our prayer.

Celebrant 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 of Sin and Absolution (kneeling)

Celebrant Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

All 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.

Celebrant 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 (standing)

Celebrant The peace of the Lord be always with you.

People And also with you.

Announcements (please be seated)

The Birthday Blessing (Those with birthdays in February are invited to stand)

All 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.

This exquisite motet was composed by sister and brother duo Elizabeth and Thomas Coxhead. The music is simple and lyrical, supporting Robert Bridges’s beautiful words that celebrate God as the giver of all love.

The Holy Communion

Offertory Anthems (sung by Saint Michael Choristers)

My eyes for beauty pine

Elizabeth Coxhead and Thomas Coxhead

My eyes for beauty pine, My soul for Goddës grace: No other care nor hope is mine, To heaven I turn my face.

One splendour thence is shed From all the stars above:

’Tis named when God’s name is said, ’Tis Love, ’tis heavenly Love. And every gentle heart, That burns with true desire, Is lit from eyes that mirror part Of that celestial fire.

- Robert Bridges (1844-1930)

Presentation Hymn (standing, sung by all)

“As they offered gifts most rare” Dix

The Great Thanksgiving: Eucharistic Prayer B (standing)

Celebrant The Lord be with you.

People And also with you.

Celebrant Lift 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.

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:

Sanctus and Benedictus (standing, sung by all) William Matthias Hymn S 128

All baptized persons of any age regardless of their denomination and tradition are welcome to share in the banquet of the Lord’s Supper.

Please kneel 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,

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

At the following words concerning the bread, the Celebrant is to hold it, or lay a hand upon it; and at the words concerning the cup, to hold or place a hand upon the cup and any other vessel containing wine to be consecrated.

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.”

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.

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 Communion rail at the direction of our ushers. Stand or kneel at the rail as you are able, and receive the wafer in the palm of your outstretched hands. If you desire a gluten-free wafer, clasp your hands in front of you with your palms down. 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.

Fraction Anthem (sung by all) David Hurd Hymn S 154

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Communion Hymn (sung by all)

“Lord, make us servants of your peace” Dickinson College Hymn 593

Communion Hymn (sung by all)

“Come with us, O blessed Jesus” Werde munter Hymn 336

The Post-Communion Prayer (kneeling, 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 (kneeling)

The Dismissal (standing)

Minister Go in peace to love and serve the Lord. People Thanks be to God.

Departing Procession (standing, sung by all)

“A mighty fortress is our God” Ein feste Burg Hymn 688

Praeludium in G Major

Nicolaus Bruhns

Nicolaus Bruhns was one of the great organ virtuosi of his day.  Perhaps the best-known story of Bruhns is one that recalls him simultaneously playing a violin solo and accompanying himself on the organ pedals. This Praeludium is a perfect example of the way he composed to the full extent of the possibilities of his instrument.  Speedy scales and contrasting rhythms are found throughout, in addition to a double-pedal fugue.

Hymn permission used by Rite Song, a one-time use reprint license for congregational use.

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.

October 7–19, 2023

March 7–17, 2024

With the Rev. Greg Pickens

This trip has unique elements and the places we see will make every day a blessing to your faith. For more information, email Greg Pickens and plan to attend an information session.

INFORMATION SESSION:

Sunday, February 26 12:15 PM | Parlor

RSVP to Greg Pickens, gpickens@saintmichael.org

Saturday, March 4

annual jubilee

Mother-Daughter Tea

3 p.m. at Jubilee (907 Bank St.)

Join the Women of Saint Michael at this special event celebrating mothers and daughters at Jubilee Park. Scan the QR code below to volunteer!

With the Rev. Kenneth H. Brannon

A pilgrimage to the Holy Land is life-changing. Taking this trip with family and friends is even more unique. Join Father Ken as we visit biblical sites, reflect on Jesus’ ministry, and encounter God in a new way. Space is limited! For questions or to learn more, contact Ken Brannon at kbrannon@saintmichael.org.

Registration Opens: Monday, March 6, 2023 | 10 a.m. | Online

CANDLELIT COMPLINE

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 26

8 p.m. in the Church

Doors open at 7:30 p.m.

This meditative service is aimed at concluding our weekend with reflection, calm, and peace. Consider bringing friends who don't regularly attend church. Join us for a reception immediately following the service.

SaintMichael.org/Compline

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Ash Wednesday Services

February 22

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7 a.m.

Traditional | Saint Michael Chapel

12 p.m.

Traditional & Holy Communion | Church

12:30 p.m.

Ashes to Go | Preston Center

5 p.m.

Family Service | Saint Michael Chapel

7 p.m.

Traditional & Holy Communion | Church | Livestream!

Offerings for Adults

PT CRUISERS

Thursday, February 16

Bus leaves at 9:30 a.m.

Cost: $14

RSVP by Monday, February 13

The PT Cruisers will step back into a time in our history that should never be forgotten as we visit the Holocaust and Civil Rights Museum. Lunch will be on your own. For reservations, call Bonita Frederick at 214-728-6440

WRITERS’ RETREAT

Saturday, February 18

10 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Parlor

This group is open to all genres, experience levels, and all sorts of writing dreams. Join us! For more information, contact Cynthia, cynthia@cynthiacsample.com, or Carol Roehrig, croehrig@outlook.com

Mission & Outreach

LENTEN SPEAKER SERIES

Wednesdays in Lent

6 p.m. in Saint Michael Chapel

During Lent, SMAA will spotlight old and new outreach partners. Our guest preachers will be the Executive Directors of some of our Dallas non-profits who are doing outstanding and innovative work addressing homelessness, education gaps, senior needs, and more. Each week join us for Evening Prayer followed by a reception to learn more about the work of our partners.

March 1: Dr. David Woody, III Executive Director, The Bridge

March 8: Jacob Johnson

Principal, Stephen C. Foster Elementary School

March 15: Marissa Castro Mikoy & Alejandra Saldaña Executive Director & Health and Wellness Manager, Jubilee Park & Community Center

March 22: Ashley Sharp Executive Director, Dwell With Dignity

March 29: Stacey Malcolmson

Executive Director, Senior Source

Pastoral Care

ORGANIZING FOR HEAVEN

Led by the Rev. Greg Pickens

February 26, 2023 10–10:50 a.m.

Room 103

There are many reasons why we do not plan for the end of our life. This gathering will answer questions about how to request a funeral at our parish, the guidelines for a Saint Michael funeral, and how to purchase a niche in our Columbarium. Registration is required. Contact Katherine Bowen, kbowen@saintmichael.org, with questions.