The Transfiguration
Holy Eucharist Rite II
The service begins on page 355 of The Book of Common Prayer.
The Word of God
In 1926-1927 Vierne wrote four sets of organ suites, titled Pièces de Fantaisie Pour Grand Orgue en 4 Suites. Contrary to baroque-style suites, each set comprises six character pieces. Cathédrales contrasts the extreme dynamic ranges of the organ, effectively portraying both the cavernous nature of gothic transepts and high vaulted ceilings, and the more intimate, mysterious nooks and crannies of seldom visited side chapels.
Prelude
Cathédrales from Pièces de Fantasie, Suite 4 Louis Vierne
Welcome
Entering Procession (standing, sung by all)
“O wondrous type! O vision fair” Wareham Hymn 137
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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 Song of Praise (standing, sung by all)
“Gloria in excelsis” Robert Powell Hymn S 280
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.
Hymn continues on the nest page.
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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, who on the holy mount revealed to chosen witnesses your wellbeloved Son, wonderfully transfigured, in raiment white and glistening: Mercifully grant that we, being delivered from the disquietude of this world, may by faith behold the King in his beauty; who with you, O Father, and you, O Holy Spirit, lives and reigns, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Lesson Exodus 34:29-35 (seated)
Moses came down from Mount Sinai. As he came down from the mountain with the two tablets of the covenant in his hand, Moses did not know that the skin of his face shone because he had been talking with God. When Aaron and all the Israelites saw Moses, the skin of his face was shining, and they were afraid to come near him. But Moses called to them; and Aaron and all the leaders of the congregation returned to him, and Moses spoke with them. Afterward all the Israelites came near, and he gave them in commandment all that the LORD had spoken with him on Mount Sinai. When Moses had finished speaking with them, he put a veil on his face; but whenever Moses went in before the LORD to speak with him, he would take the veil off, until he came out; and when he came out, and told the Israelites what he had been commanded, the Israelites would see the face of Moses, that the skin of his face was shining; and Moses would put the veil on his face again, until he went in to speak with him.
Lector The Word of the Lord.
People Thanks be to God.
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The Psalm 99:1-7, 9 (seated, chanted by the choir)
Charles V. Stanford
The LORD is King; let the people tremble; * he is enthroned upon the cherubim; let the earth shake.
The LORD is great in Zion; * he is high above all peoples.
Let them confess his Name, which is great and awesome; * he is the Holy One.
“O mighty King, lover of justice, you have established equity; * you have executed justice and righteousness in Jacob.”
Proclaim the greatness of the LORD our God and fall down before his footstool; * he is the Holy One.
Moses and Aaron among his priests, and Samuel among those who call upon his Name, * they called upon the LORD, and he answered them. He spoke to them out of the pillar of cloud; * they kept his testimonies and the decree that he gave them.
Proclaim the greatness of the LORD our God and worship him upon his holy hill; * for the LORD our God is the Holy One.
Sequence Hymn (standing, sung by all)
“Christ, whose glory fills the skies” Ratisbon Hymn 7, v. 1 & 2
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(standing)
Gospeler The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Luke. People Glory to you, Lord Christ.
Jesus took with him Peter and John and James, and went up on the mountain to pray. And while he was praying, the appearance of his face changed, and his clothes became dazzling white. Suddenly they saw two men, Moses and Elijah, talking to him. They appeared in glory and were speaking of his departure, which he was about to accomplish at Jerusalem. Now Peter and his companions were weighed down with sleep; but since they had stayed awake, they saw his glory and the two men who stood with him. Just as they were leaving him, Peter said to Jesus, “Master, it is good for us to be here; let us make three dwellings, one for you, one for Moses, and one for Elijah”—not knowing what he said. While he was saying this, a cloud came and overshadowed them; and they were terrified as they entered the cloud. Then from the cloud came a voice that said, “This is my Son, my Chosen; listen to him!” When the voice had spoken, Jesus was found alone. And they kept silent and in those days told no one any of the things they had seen.
Gospeler The Gospel of the Lord. People Praise to you, Lord Christ.
The Sermon (seated) The Rev. Dr. Christopher D. Girata
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.
The Gospel Luke 9:28-36
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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.
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 Justin, the Archbishop of Canterbury; for Michael, 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.
Parish Prayers of the People as of July 27, 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
Barbara Jean Chock
Macy Courtney
Richard DeKnock
Jay DiNucci
Nanette Fitz
Linda Gist
Michael Gratkowski
Jody Guenther
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Caroline Hattemer
Josh Hight
Kristi Hornsby
Sara & Ashley Jones
Samuel Joseph
Shari Furrh-Lanham
Sandy McDonough
Hart Mason
Shelly Mathis
Diego Moreno
Bob Paddock
Jim Ramsey
Larry Ramey
Sharon Richards
Rosemary Richards
Ron Rosas
Michael Sour
Mason Spain
Byrd Teague
Jennifer Terry
Valerie Guenther Unger
Katie West
Tony Wilks
Mary Wolf
Catherine Carr Worley
Jack Ygartua
Lector We pray for Joe, 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.
The people are invited to add their own intercessions.
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.
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.
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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 Anthem (sung by Saint Michael Choir)
Anthem for Transfiguration Paul Hofreiter
This is my Son, my Chosen One. Listen to him! My Chosen Son! Listen!
- Luke 9:35
Presentation Hymn (standing, sung by all)
“Praise God, from whom all blessings flow” Old 100th Hymn 380, v. 3
“Anthem for Transfiguration” is a composition of great poignancy and emotional depth. The ethereal harmony of the organ and the rich texture of the four-part writing show the mystery of the voice of God in the evocative proclamation, “This is my Son, my Chosen One.”
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All baptized persons of any age regardless of their denomination and tradition are welcome to share in the banquet of the Lord’s Supper. Here a Proper Preface is sung or said on all Sundays, and on other occasions as appointed.
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.
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:
The Sanctus and Benedictus (standing, sung by all)
“Holy, holy, holy, Lord” Franz Schubert Hymn S 130
Hymn continues on the next page.
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Please kneel as you are able
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
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.
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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.
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.
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The Breaking of the Bread (sung by all)
“Jesus, Lamb of God” Franz Schubert Hymn S 164
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.
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Hymn continues on the next page.
Communion Hymn (sung by all) “Come with us, O blessed Jesus” Werde munter Hymn 336
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Communion Hymn (sung by all)
“O food to pilgrims given” O Welt, ich muss dich lassen Hymn 309
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Hymn continues on the next page.
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)
“God of grace and God of glory” Cwm Rhondda Hymn 594
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Postlude
American composer Craig Phillips is Director of Music at All Saints’ Church, Beverly Hills. His choral and organ works have been performed throughout North America, Europe and Asia. “Deo gracias” is a brilliant toccata, somewhat in the French manner, ending in a dramatic flourish for full organ.
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.
Postlude on Deo Gracias Craig Phillips
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BLOOD DRIVE AUG 25
9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Theater
Dallas is facing a severe blood shortage and needs blood donors! Driver’s license or ARC card/app is required to donate.
Give Blood. Give life
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 | Now–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. To volunteer, please contact Kirstin Ivy, kivy@saintmichael.org
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Church Leadership Opportunity
CALL FOR VESTRY AND DELEGATE NOMINATIONS!
Now–August 21
Do you know a fellow parishioner who would be an excellent candidate to serve on the Vestry or as a Delegate to the Annual Diocesan Convention? Scan the QR code to make your nominations now!
Youth
Rising 6th–12th Grade
2023–2024 CONFIRMATION CLASS REGISTRATION IS OPEN NOW!
saintmichael.org/youthconfirmation
The Saint Michael Confirmation experience for students 8th grade and above is underway for 2023–2024! Our new program expands beyond the 9-month class to incorporate new trips and classes for the 2023–2024 school year.
• Classes meet August 27, 2023–May 12, 2024
• The cost is $350, which covers curriculum, the opening retreat, and a James Avery confirmation ring.
• Our Confirmation class will take place on Sunday mornings at 10 a.m. in person.
Sunday Formation
CFM & YOUTH FORMATION OPEN HOUSE
Sunday, August 6
9:45–11 a.m.
2nd Floor Formation Classrooms
Saint Michael’s CFM and Youth Formation ministries are hosting an Open House! Grab a coffee or donut, check out your classrooms, and meet your Sunday Formation teachers. This is the perfect time to reconnect with friends and ask all your questions about our Sunday Formation classes.
Adults
EDUCATION FOR MINISTRY
Led by Dr. Elizabeth Lang
Tuesdays, September 5–June 4 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m. OR 6:30 p.m.–9 p.m. Chapel Conference Room
Education for Ministry (EfM) combines the study of Scripture, Christian history, and theology with personal experience, enabling participants to discern God’s presence in one’s life. It also provides a supportive community for in-depth discussion of assigned readings, examination of one’s life, and applications of faith. Tuition is $375 and scholarships are available. To sign up, contact Dr. Elizabeth Lang langelizabeth66@gmail.com. This course is an extension course from the School of Theology at the University of the South, Sewanee.
Music
UNITED ADORATION SONGWRITING RETREAT
August 11: 3 p.m. – 9 p.m.
August 12: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
SMAA Campus
$49
This retreat is designed for songwriters of all ages and experience levels to connect and collaborate with their Creator and creative community. Write beautiful songs to the glory of God and edification of the church, or use this time to set aside the sacred space needed to commune with your Father, inviting him to do a new work in you. Meals are provided.
DOUG BURR CONCERT
This Friday, August 11!
7 p.m. in Saint Michael Chapel
Open to the Public—Free of charge!
Critically-acclaimed artist Doug Burr presents an evening of acoustic, contemplative Psalm settings from his album, The Shawl. Of these settings, the Texas singer-songwriter states, “This is a collection of mellow, melancholy, but beautiful tunes, ones that I feel have a universal power to move people...because there’s just something about the Psalms. They’re unflinching in their honesty and ache.” This concert is a part of the United Adoration Songwriting Retreat, but is open to the public.
Get Connected!
Mission & Outreach Volunteer Needs
For more information on these opportunies or other ways to serve, contact The Rev. Robin Hinkle, Associate for Mission and Outreach, at rhinkle@saintmichael.org or Kirstin Ivy, Mission and Outreach Coordinator, at kivy@saintmichael.org. A full listing of Mission and Outreach opportunities can be found at saintmichael.org/outreach.
STEPHEN C. FOSTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
3700 Clover Lane, Dallas, TX 75220
Call for Tutors: Fall 2023
Monday–Friday | Flexible Times
Come be a part of our ministry at Stephen C. Foster Elementary School! We will resume tutoring students in Kindergarten–5th grade in late September. As a tutor, you will support students in Reading, Math, and/or English (with a focus on conversational English). The ability to speak Spanish is not required, but dual language tutors are needed. Scheduling is flexible throughout the school day; however, we would like volunteers to commit to a time slot one day a week as you will be assigned specific students. We ask that you attend one of the training sessions at the church on either Sunday September 10 or September 17 from 12–2 p.m. (lunch will be served). For more information, please contact Kirstin Ivy, kivy@saintmichael.org, or The Rev. Robin Hinkle, rhinkle@saintmichael.org
ST. PHILIP’S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL: AUNT BETTE’S FOOD PANTRY
Now – August 31
Volunteer time slots available from 9 a.m. – Noon 3202 Holmes Street
Please help St. Philip’s School & Community Center move Aunt Bette’s Community Pantry just 81 steps away to its new location! This new space is much larger and will allow needed growth and the ability to increase serving capacity. Contact David Cowling at davidcowling0100@gmail.com or 214-801-4137.
JUBILEE PARK AND COMMUNITY CENTER
917 Bank Street, Dallas, TX 65223
For information on the opportunities listed below, please reach out to Katelynn Morris at kmorris@jubileecenter.org or at 214-887-1364 x 252.
Food Pantry
Mondays | 9:30 a.m.–Noon
Come help receive our weekly shipment and stock the shelves of the Jubilee Food Pantry!
Senior Meals
Wednesdays and Fridays | 10 a.m.– Noon
Help prepare and serve hot meals for our seniors and provide much-needed companionship!
NORTH DALLAS SHARED MINISTRIES
2875 Merrell Road, Dallas
School Uniform Distribution for DISD Students
Monday–Friday | Now–August 11
9 a.m.–4 p.m. (Two-hour volunteer shifts)
NDSM, 2875 Merrell Rd, Dallas, TX 75229
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.
Clothes Closet
Spanish Speaking helpful but not required
Wednesdays | 12:30 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Sort Donations and assist clients with selections
Food Pantry
Spanish Speaking helpful but not required
Monday – Thursday | 8 a.m.–Noon
Sort food, fill bags with food, then distribute food.
Interviewers/Intake
Monday–Friday
Two–three hour shifts between 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Interview/evaluate clients asking for rent/utility assistance. Assist NDSM in determining eligibility.
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