FROM THE VICE RECTOR FORMATION &
Welcome to Saint Michael—we’re glad you’re here! Please take a moment to fill out the welcome card, either physically or digitally, that can be found on the opposite page or in the pew back in front of you. Also, note the opportunities for praying, learning, serving, and giving in the pages that follow. At least one of these opportunities is for you!
We are in the process of raising up new leaders for Saint Michael Church in 2024. This includes nominees for Vestry, Delegates to Diocesan Convention, and our newly restructured Standing Committees of the Vestry. If someone you know is an active member of Saint Michael and gifted with strategic thinking, a collaborative style, and a growth-oriented spirit, please nominate them for Vestry or Delegate to Diocesan Convention by scanning the QR code, or for Standing Committee consideration by emailing my Executive Assistant, Shannon Rawdon, at srawdon@saintmichael.org.
Fall Sunday
Worship Schedule
10 AM
SPECIAL EVENTS
Adult Formation
Class For Parents: Raising Christ-Centered Children
The Rev. Christian Basel Theater
Whisper: Pain and the Whisper Test
Dr. Tim Smith
Saint Michael Chapel
Children’s Formation
Paul’s Amazing Journeys
Room 214:
Rising PreK – 1st grade (Ages 3 – 8)
Room 216:
Rising 2nd – 5th grade (Ages 7 – 11)
Youth Formation
Middle School & High School
6th – 12th Grade Youth Center
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/summer23 .
Traditional, Rite I, Church
Traditional, Rite II, Church Joy, Saint Michael Chapel
Traditional, Rite I, Church Contemporary, Parish Hall
P.M. Traditional, Rite II, Saint Michael Chapel
7:30 A.M.
9 A.M.
11 A.M.
5:30
The Ninth Sunday after Pentecost
Holy Eucharist Rite II
The service begins on page 355 of The Book of Common Prayer.
The Word of God
Welcome
Opening Song (standing, sung by all)
“Holy, holy, holy! Lord God Almighty!”
Holy, holy, holy!
Lord God Almighty!
Early in the morning our song shall rise to thee; Holy, holy, holy!
Merciful and mighty God in three Persons, blessed Trinity.
Holy, holy, holy!
All the saints adore thee, casting down their golden crowns around the glassy sea; cherubim and seraphim falling down before thee, which wert, and art, and evermore shalt be.
Holy, holy, holy!
Though the darkness hide thee, though the eye of sinful man thy glory may not see, only thou art holy; there is none beside thee, perfect in power, in love, and purity. (song continues on the next page)
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Holy, holy, holy!
Lord God Almighty!
All thy works shall praise thy Name, in earth, and sky, and sea; Holy, holy, holy!
Merciful and mighty, God in three Persons, blessed Trinity.
Author: Reginald Heber (1826) Tune: NICAEA (c) Public Domain
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.
The Collect of the Day (standing)
Celebrant The Lord be with you.
People And also with you.
Celebrant Let us pray.
O God, the protector of all who trust in you, without whom nothing is strong, nothing is holy: Increase and multiply upon us your mercy; that, with you as our ruler and guide, we may so pass through things temporal, that we lose not the things eternal; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Lesson Romans 8:26-39 (seated)
The Spirit helps us in our weakness; for we do not know how to pray as we ought, but that very Spirit intercedes with sighs too deep for words. And God, who searches the heart, knows what is the mind of the Spirit, because the Spirit intercedes for the saints according to the will of God. We know that all things work together for good for those who love God, who are called according to his purpose. For those whom he foreknew he also predestined to be conformed to the image of his Son, in order that he might be the firstborn within a large family. And those whom he predestined he also called; and those whom he called he also justified; and those whom he justified he also glorified. What then are we to say about these things? If God is for us, who is against us? He who did not withhold his own Son, but gave him up for
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all of us, will he not with him also give us everything else? Who will bring any charge against God’s elect? It is God who justifies. Who is to condemn? It is Christ Jesus, who died, yes, who was raised, who is at the right hand of God, who indeed intercedes for us. Who will separate us from the love of Christ? Will hardship, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or peril, or sword? As it is written, “For your sake we are being killed all day long; we are accounted as sheep to be slaughtered.” No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us. For I am convinced that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor rulers, nor things present, nor things to come, nor powers, nor height, nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord.
Lector The Word of the Lord. People Thanks be to God.
Sequence Hymn (standing, sung by all)
“Come My Way My Truth My Life”
Come my Way my Truth my Life: such a way as gives us breath; such a truth as ends all strife; such a life as killeth death.
Come my Light my Feast my Strength: such a light as shows a feast; such a feast as mends in length; such a strength as makes his guest.
Come my Joy my Love my Heart: such a joy as none can move; such a love as none can part; such a heart as joys in love.
CCLI Song # 1412885 George Herbert | Ralph Vaughan Williams © Words: Public Domain Music: Public Domain. For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com CCLI License # 1718120
The Gospel Matthew 13:31-33, 44-52 (standing)
Gospeler The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Matthew.
People Glory to you, Lord Christ.
Another parable Jesus put before the crowds: “The kingdom of heaven is like a mustard seed that someone took and sowed in his field; it is the smallest of all the seeds, but when it has grown it is the greatest of shrubs and becomes a tree, so that the birds of the air come and make nests in its branches.” He told them another parable: “The kingdom of heaven is like yeast that a woman took and mixed in with three
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measures of flour until all of it was leavened. ... The kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidden in a field, which someone found and hid; then in his joy he goes and sells all that he has and buys that field. Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant in search of fine pearls; on finding one pearl of great value, he went and sold all that he had and bought it. Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a net that was thrown into the sea and caught fish of every kind; when it was full, they drew it ashore, sat down, and put the good into baskets but threw out the bad. So it will be at the end of the age. The angels will come out and separate the evil from the righteous and throw them into the furnace of fire, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth. Have you understood all this?” They answered, “Yes.” And he said to them, “Therefore every scribe who has been trained for the kingdom of heaven is like the master of a household who brings out of his treasure what is new and what is old.”
Gospeler The Gospel of the Lord. People Praise to you, Lord Christ.
Nicene Creed (standing, spoken by 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;
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The Sermon (seated) The Rev. Dr. Andrew Grosso
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 now 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 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 all bishops, priests, and deacons; People That they may be faithful ministers of your Word and Sacraments.
Lector We pray 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 Have compassion on those who suffer from any grief or trouble; People That they may be delivered from their distress.
Lector 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.
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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 (kneeling)
Priest 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 Holy Communion
Offertory Hymn (seated, sung by the musicians)
I wandered so aimless life filled with sin
I wouldn’t let my dear Savior in
Then Jesus came like a stranger in the night
Praise the Lord I saw the light
I saw the light I saw the light
No more in darkness no more in night
(And) now I’m so happy no sorrow in sight
Praise the Lord I saw the light (song continues on the next page)
“I Saw The Light”
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Just like a blind man I wandered along
Worries and fears I claimed for my own
Then like the blind man that God gave back his sight
Praise the Lord I saw the light
I saw the light I saw the light
No more in darkness no more in night
(And) now I’m so happy no sorrow in sight
Praise the Lord I saw the light
I was a fool to wander and stray
Straight is the gate and narrow the way
Now I have traded the wrong for the right
Praise the Lord I saw the light
I saw the light I saw the light
No more in darkness no more in night
(And) now I’m so happy no sorrow in sight
Praise the Lord I saw the light
CCLI Song # 45064 Hank Williams Sr. © 1948. Renewed 1975 Sony/ATV Acuff Rose Music (Admin. by Sony/ATV Music Publishing) For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com
CCLI License # 1718120
The Great Thanksgiving: Eucharistic Prayer A (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.
Here a Proper Preface is sung or said on all Sundays, and on other occasions as appointed
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:
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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.
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:
All 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.
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Music and arrangement by Justin and Tiffany Brooks (c) 2006 Elgie Street Music (ASCAP)
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Sanctus
Ho ly, ho ly, ho ly Lord, God of pow er and might, - - - - -
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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, 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 Alleulia. Christ our Passover is sacrificed for us; People Therefore let us keep the feast. Allelulia.
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 standing stations at the direction of our ushers. 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.
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Communion Hymn (seated, sung by all)
“What Wondersous Love Is This”
What wondrous love is this, O my soul, O my soul!
What wondrous love is this, O my soul!
What wondrous love is this, that caused the Lord of bliss to send this precious peace, to my soul, to my soul, to send this precious peace to my soul!
When I was sinking down, sinking down, sinking down; when I was sinking down, sinking down. When I was sinking down beneath God’s righteous frown, Christ laid aside His crown for my soul, for my soul! Christ laid aside his crown for my soul!
To God and to the Lamb, I will sing, I will sing; to God and to the Lamb, I will sing.
To God and to the Lamb, who is the great “I AM,” while millions join the theme, I will sing, I will sing, while millions join the theme, I will sing!
And while from death I’m free, I’ll sing on, I’ll sing on, and while from death I’m free, I’ll sing on. And while from death I’m free, I’ll sing and joyful be, and through eternity I’ll sing on, I’ll sing on, and through eternity I’ll sing on.
Folk hymn (c) Public Domain Arrangement by Justin Brooks
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)
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.
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Closing Chorus (standing, sung by all)
Chorus
of “I Saw The Light”
I saw the light I saw the light
No more in darkness no more in night
(And) now I’m so happy no sorrow in sight
Praise the Lord I saw the light
CCLI Song # 45064 Hank Williams Sr. © 1948. Renewed 1975 Sony/ATV Acuff Rose Music (Admin. by Sony/ATV Music Publishing) For use solely with the SongSelect® Terms of Use. All rights reserved. www.ccli.com CCLI License # 1718120
The Dismissal
Go in peace to love and serve the Lord. People Thanks be to God.
Parish Prayers of the People
as of July 20, 2023
Kathryn Anschutz
Patsy Barham
Worth Barham
Patsy Barham
Barbara Hart Bell
John Bell
Patricia Bell
Sharin Berg
Len Bourland
Pat & Jerry Bridge
Marla Briggle
Sarah Grace Britt
Suzanne Buhrer
Barbara Jean Chock
Macy Courtney
Richard DeKnock
Nanette Fitz
Michael Gratkowski
Jody Guenther
Caroline Hattemer
Josh Hight
Kristi Hornsby
Ashley Akin Jarchow
Cynthia Jensen
Sara & Ashley Jones
Samuel Joseph
Shari Furrh-Lanham
Brian Eugene Little
Sandy McDonough
Hart Mason
Shelly Mathis
Diego Moreno
Edgar & Carol Nace
Bob Paddock
Jim Ramsey
Larry Ramey
Sharon Richards
Rosemary Richards
Ron Rosas
Thomas Russell
Edward Sheppard
Michael Sour
Mason Spain
Byrd Teague
Jennifer Terry
Emma Tharp
Valerie Guenther Unger
Katie West
Tony Wilks
Claude Wilson
Mary Wolf
Catherine Carr Worley
Jack Ygartua
The preceding 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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9:45–11 a.m. | Garden Cloister
Come learn how you can pray, learn, serve, and give in the coming year. There will be refreshments and activities as well as backpack blessings at all morning worship services. Bring your school and work bags to be blessed!
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OFFSITE PARKING IS NO LONGER AVAILABLE
July 30, 2023 will be the last Sunday that offsite parking at 8235 Douglas Avenue will be available. We invite our guests and parishioners to park in the west parking lot at the church beyond July.
NDSM SCHOOL UNIFORM DISTRIBUTION FOR DISD STUDENTS
Monday–Friday | July 26–August 11
9 a.m.–4 p.m. (2-hour shifts)
Volunteer at NDSM to distribute school uniforms to 2,000 DISD students. Ask friends or family members to join you and remember that students can receive community service. Volunteers should be 14 or older.
NDSM SCHOOL SUPPLY DISTRIBUTION FOR DISD STUDENTS
Saturday, July 29 & Saturday, August 5
8 a.m.–4 p.m. (2-hour shifts)
Volunteer to distribute school supplies for DISD students! Ask a friend or family member to help DISD students get ready for school. Supplies will be sorted into categories by age/grade for distribution. Students can receive community service hours.
To volunteer, please contact Kirstin Ivy, kivy@saintmichael.org
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