Prelude A Great Composer
Welcome Tucker Gray
Opening Hymn MHSO #77 Please rise.
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Collect of the Day
Leader: The Lord be with you.
People: And also with you.
Leader: Let us pray.
(Inspired by Sir Francis Drake 1596)
Disturb us, Lord, when we are too well-pleased with ourselves, when our dreams have come true because we dreamed too small, when we arrived safely because we sailed too close to the shore. Disturb us, Lord, when with the abundance of the things we possess, we have lost our thirst for the water of life.
Stir us, Lord, to dare more boldly, to venture on wider seas where storms will show your mastery, where in losing sight of land we shall find the stars. We ask you to push back the horizons of our hope, and to push us into the future in strength, courage, hope and love. Amen.
Please be seated.
The First Reading Sirach 35:12 17
Reader: A reading from Sirach
Give to the Most High as he has given to you, and as generously as you can afford.
For the Lord is the one who repays, and he will repay you sevenfold.
Do not offer him a bribe, for he will not accept it and do not rely on a dishonest sacrifice;
for the Lord is the judge, and with him there is no partiality.
He will not show partiality to the poor; but he will listen to the prayer of one who is wronged.
He will not ignore the supplication of the orphan, or the widow when she pours out her complaint.
Reader: The Word of the Lord.
People: Thanks be to God.
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The Psalm Psalm 84: 1 6
The cantor will offer the first line and the congregation is invited to join on the second.
Psalms for Praying
How glorious is your dwelling place, O Loving Creator of the Universe!
My soul longs, yes, aches for the abode of the beloved; All that is within me sings for joy to the living Heart of Love!
Even as the sparrow finds a home and the swallow a nesting place, where its young are raised withing your majestic creation, you invite us to dwell within your heart.
Blessed are they whose hearts are filled with love, who sing praises to You with grateful hearts! Blessed are they who put their strength in you, who choose to share the joy and sorrows of the world.
They do not give way to fear or doubt; they are quickened by the divine light and power; they dwell within the pace of the Most High. They go from strength to strength and live with integrity.
The SECOND READING 2 Timothy 4:6 8,16 18 Reader: A reading from Second Timothy.
I am already being poured out as a libation, and the time of my departure has come. I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. From now on there is reserved for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, will give me on that day, and not only to me but also to all who have longed for his appearing.
At my first defense no one came to my support, but all deserted me. May it not be counted against them! But the Lord stood by me and gave me strength, so that through me the message might be fully proclaimed and all the Gentiles might hear it. So I was rescued from the lion's mouth. The Lord will rescue me from every evil attack and save me for his heavenly kingdom. To him be the glory forever and ever. Amen.
Reader: The Word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God.
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Gradual Imagine
John Lennon Please rise.
1. Imagine there's no heaven
It's easy if you try No hell below us
Above us, only sky
Imagine all the people Living for today
2. Imagine no possessions I wonder if you can No need for greed or hunger
A brotherhood of man
Imagine all the people
Sharing all the world You
3. You may say I'm a dreamer
But I'm not the only one I hope someday you'll join us And the world will be as one
4. You may say I'm a dreamer
But I'm not the only one I hope someday you'll join us And the world will be as one
The Gospel Luke 18:9 14
Priest: The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ, according to Luke.
People: Glory to you, Lord Christ.
Jesus told this parable to some who trusted in themselves that they were righteous and regarded others with contempt: "Two men went up to the temple to pray, one a Pharisee and the other a tax collector. The Pharisee, standing by himself, was praying thus, `God, I thank you that I am not like other people: thieves, rogues, adulterers, or even like this tax collector. I fast twice a week; I give a tenth of all my income.' But the tax collector, standing far off, would not even look up to heaven, but was beating his breast and saying, `God, be merciful to me, a sinner!' I tell you, this man went down to his home justified rather than the other; for all who exalt themselves will be humbled, but all who humble themselves will be exalted."
Priest: The Gospel of the Lord.
People: Praise to you, Lord Christ.
Sermon
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The Rev. Dr. Lisa Tucker Gray
Affirmation of Faith
Please rise as you are able. We believe in the God of Jesus of Nazareth, who blesses the meek, the poor and the persecuted, exalts the least and saves the lost.
(version by Bruce D. Prewer)We believe in the Holy One whose beloved Child, Jesus the Christ, pleased God far more than tongue or pen can ever tell.
We believe in the baptized Christ, and the community of love and hope which grew around his word and witness.
We believe that he is the first citizen of a new race, where the entry fee is Divine grace, and the ground rules are shaped by love.
We believe in the baptism of the Holy Spirit, By whom old things find new birth, and new things grow on to maturity, and the dead receive regeneration.
We believe in one Lord, one faith, one baptism, and in the limitless life which flows for the healing of the nations. Amen.
The Prayers of the People
Leader: Recognizing our gifts as miracles enabling our ministry, serve our neighbors, and strengthen our community, we gather to offer our prayers with gratitude.
Leader: We pray for the Church, the inspiration and inheritance of our gifts of wealth, works, and wisdom. We offer prayers for all the leaders known and unknown who work tirelessly to make your love visible in the world.
When we give out of our abundance, People: there is always more than enough.
Leader: We pray for the world, your greatest miracle. May we who inherit this earth be wise stewards of Creation and kind caretakers of all your creatures. We pray for those who lead our nations. May they use the plentiful resources they steward to care for the people of the world.
When we give out of our abundance, People: there is always more than enough.
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Leader: We pray for our neighbors and all who need our love and care. For those who are marginalized and oppressed; those who are sick and those who are dying; for the lonely and isolated; for those who are suffering; and for those who sleep on our streets. We pray for all on our Trinity prayer list, and those we name now. When we give out of our abundance,
People: there is always more than enough.
Leader: We pray for those who have died. May they forever gather at your table of plenty, sharing their gifts with love and joy. We remember those whose gifts, bequests, and intentions provide inspiration and abundance beyond their lifetimes.
When we give out of our abundance, People: there is always more than enough.
Leader: As the crowd gathered to hear Jesus preach shared two fish and five loaves, they discovered when their gifts were blessed, they increased and became a blessing to others. May the depth of our gratitude increase every day for the uncountable miracles and blessings in our lives.
When we give out of our abundance, People: there is always more than enough.
Leader: May we, too, reach within ourselves to share our gifts with the world so that our love overflows in a need-filled world. For these and all things we ask in the name of Your Son, our liberator and friend. Amen.
The Confession of Sin & Absolution
Celebrant: Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor. Silence may be kept.
Celebrant and People: God of all mercy, we confess that we have sinned against you, opposing your will in our lives. We have denied your goodness in each other, in ourselves, and in the world you have created. We repent of the evil that enslaves us, the evil we have done, and the evil done on our behalf.
Forgive, restore, and strengthen us through our Savior Jesus Christ, that we may abide in your love and serve only your will. Amen.
Celebrant:
Enriching Our Worship
Almighty God have mercy on you, forgive you all your sins through the grace of Jesus Christ, strengthen you in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep you in eternal life. Amen.
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THE PEACE
Priest: The peace of the Lord be always with you.
People: And also with you.
Announcements
Annual Pledge Drive
Update from co chair Jeff Albright. A Trinity impact story, shared by Gary Franklin.
Offertory Invitation
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Offertory For The Beauty of the Earth
John Rutter (Trinity Choir)
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X The Liturgy of the Table X
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 our thanks and praise.
(Enriching Our Worship)
All thanks and praise are yours at all times and in all places, our true and loving God; through Jesus Christ, your eternal Word, the Wisdom from on high by whom you created all things. You laid foundations of the world and enclosed the sea when it burst out from the womb; You brought forth all creatures of the earth and gave breath to humankind.
Wondrous are you, Holy One of Blessing, all you create is a sign of hope for our journey; and so as the morning stars sing your praises we join the heavenly beings and all creation as we shout with joy:
Sanctus Warren Brown
Glory and honor are yours, Creator of all, your Word has never been silent; you called a people to yourself, as a light to the nations, you delivered them from bondage and led them to a land of promise.
Of your grace, you gave Jesus to be human, to share our life, to proclaim the coming of your holy reign and give himself for us, a fragrant offering. Through Jesus Christ our Redeemer, you have freed us from sin, brought us into your life, reconciled us to you, and restored us to the glory you intend for us.
We thank you that on the night before he died for us Jesus took bread, and when he had given thanks to you, he broke it, gave it to his friends and said: “Take, eat, this is my Body, broken for you. Do this for the remembrance of me.”
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After supper Jesus took the cup of wine, said the blessing, gave it to his friends and said: “Drink this, all of you: this cup is the new Covenant in my Blood, poured out for you and for all for the forgiveness of sin. Do this for the remembrance of me.”
And so, remembering all that was done for us: the cross, the tomb, the resurrection and ascension, longing for Christ’s coming in glory, and presenting to you these gifts your earth has formed, and human hands have made, we acclaim you, O Christ:
Celebrant and People
Dying, you destroyed our death.
Rising, you restored our life. Christ Jesus, come in glory!
Send you Holy Spirit upon us and upon these gifts of bread and wine that they may be to us the Body and Blood of your Christ. Grant that we, burning with your Spirit’s power, may be a people of hope, justice and love.
Through Christ and with Christ and in Christ, by the inspiration of your Holy Spirit, we worship you our God and Creator in voices of unending praise. AMEN.
The Lord’s Prayer (version by Parker Palmer)
And now, as our Savior Christ has taught us, we pray this version of the Lord’s Prayer:
Heavenly Father, heavenly Mother, Holy and blessed is your true name.
We pray for your reign of peace to come, We pray that your good will be done,
Let heaven and earth become one.
Give us this day the bread we need, Give it to those who have none.
Let forgiveness flow like a river between us,
From each one to each one.
Lead us to holy innocence
Beyond the evil of our days —
Come swiftly Mother, Father, come.
For yours is the power and the glory and the mercy: Forever your name is All in One. Amen.
The Fraction: Breaking of the Bread
Celebrant: We break this bread to share in the Body of Christ.
People: We who are many are one body, for we all share in the one bread.
Celebrant: The Gifts of God for the people of God; holy food for holy people.
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Invitation to Communion
Please be seated until you are invited to come forward to receive communion. Please let us know if you would like the bread brought to you or if you would like a gluten free option.
Communion Music
Please see insert.
The Rev. Dr. Lisa Tucker Gray Celebrant: Let us pray.
The Post Communion Prayer (Please rise.)
Jesus, we have feasted on the bread of life. Together we have tasted the love of your kin dom here on earth. In your risen power you have united us with all of those who have come before, with those gathered today, and with those yet to find their way to this table of love set and ready to welcome all. May the sense of a new heaven and a new earth strengthen and renew us today and in the days to come. Now, send us out into the world to do the work you have given us to do offering your fearless love and priceless peace to all we meet in the name of our loving, liberating life-giving God. Amen
Blessing
May the rain fall off your shoulders when you’re caught in a storm.
When the frost comes a callin’ may it find you safe and warm. May your place be set, and may your promises be kept.
And may you never forget that you are loved.
Sending Hymn More Than Enough Israel Houghton Repeat twice.
1. So full of your favor So full of your love Your goodness runs over Your power is pouring over me eternally
I’m blessed to be a blessing Exceedingly abundantly More than enough
2. Oh, Oh, Oh!
I’m living in the overflow Oh, Oh, Oh! Expect the supernatural Oh, Oh, Oh!
I’m living in the overflow I’m ready for a miracle
For you my God are More than enough
Dismissal
Priest: Go in peace to love and serve the Lord!
People: Thanks be to God!
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Trinity’s Daily Bread
As a community of faith, we are called to love and be loved; to serve and be served, to give and t o receive. In short, we don’t want anyone to “fall behind or drop out.” In this season of connecting in new ways, we are introducing Trinity’s Daily Bread. Please let us know if you need prayer, assistance, or connection by filling out our Daily Bread form on our website, www.trinitytoledo.org!
Trinity Episcopal Church
Vestry Leadership
Donna Steppe, Sr. Warden, Jeffrey Albright, Jr. Warden Leah Reed, Clerk, Gary Franklin, Treasurer
Dennis Degnan, Becky Koskinen, Fritz Hany, Karen Keune & Jamie Paul
Parish Staff
The Rev. Dr. Lisa Tucker Gray, Rector
Heather Meyer, Director of Operations and Community Development Chelsie Cree, Director of Music and The Arts Grace Mauk, Assistant Director of Music and the Arts Brian Buckner, Trinity@Home Accompanist
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES & COPYRIGHT INFO:
Collect of the Day: Prayers for an Inclusive Church, Steven Shakespeare. Readings and Gospel from: Revised Common Lectionary: lectionarypage.net, 2021. Psalm: Psalms for Praying, Nan Merrill.
The Great Thanksgiving: Prayer 3, Enriching Our Worship
Lord’s Prayer: Parker Palmer Bulletin Image: Photo shared by The Rev. Dr. Lisa Tucker Gray. Fraction, Breaking of the Bread: Enriching Our Worship.
All printed music from The Hymnal 1982, Lift Ev’ry Voice and Sing, My Heart Sings Out, Wonder, Love, and Praise was used by permission through purchase of ritesong.org. All other printed music permission through purchase of CCLI Copyright license #20577215 Size B Streaming License #20577284 Size B
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