Trinity Episcopal Church PROGRESSIVE INCLUSIVE
CREATIVE DOWNTOWN
Seventh Sunday After Pentecost
Morning Devotion
July 19, 2020 10:00am
ď ˜ The Liturgy of the Word ď ˜ Prelude
Do it Again
Matt Redman & Steven Furtick
(Nate Leonard, Director of Music and Gabe Hagedorn, Jobst Choral Scholar)
Welcome Opening Hymn
The Rev. Dr. Lisa Tucker-Gray
Fairest Lord Jesus
The 1982 Hymnal #383
(Ashley Kelley, Trinity guest musician)
Words: German composite; tr. pub. New York, 1850, alt. Music: St. Elizabeth, melody from Schlesische Volkslieder, 1842; harm. Thomas Tertius Noble (1867-1953)
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Opening Collect Celebrant: People:
Celebrant:
Open Unto Me Prayer by Howard Thurman
The Work of The People (TWOTP)
The Lord be with you. And also with you. Let us pray. Open unto me — light for my darkness. Open unto me — courage for my fear. Open unto me — hope for my despair. Open unto me — peace for my turmoil. Open unto me — joy for my sorrow. Open unto me — strength for my weakness. Open unto me — wisdom for my confusion. Open unto me — forgiveness for my sins. Open unto me — love for my hates. Open unto me — thy Self for my self. Lord, Lord, open unto me!
FIRST Reading Reader:
Isaiah 44: 6-8 Read by Kelly Termin
A reading from Isaiah
Thus says the Lord, the King of Israel, and his Redeemer, the Lord of hosts: I am the first and I am the last; besides me there is no god. Who is like me? Let them proclaim it, let them declare and set it forth before me. Who has announced from of old the things to come? Let them tell us what is yet to be. Do not fear, or be afraid; have I not told you from of old and declared it? You are my witnesses! Is there any god besides me? There is no other rock; I know not one.
Reader: People:
PSALm
The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.
Psalm 86: 11-17
(Offered by Jobst Choral Scholars)
From Psalms for Praying
The congregation is invited to sing the last two lines of every stanza (in bold); the notes provided follow the entirety of the soprano part.
Teach me your ways, Mighty Counselor, that I may walk in / truth; write my name upon / your Heart. I give You thanks, O Be- / loved, with my whole / being. Oh, that I might radiate your Light for / ever! Great is your steadfast Love toward those who call up- / on You; You deliver / their souls from the depths of / despair. 3
O Beloved, numerous fears rise up with- / in me; like an army they seek to overwhelm me, and they would keep in / darkness. Yet You are merciful and / gracious, ready to forgive and abounding in steadfast love and / faithfulness. Be present to me and receive my prayer; imbue me with / strength, and help me to release each / fear. Pour forth your Light into / my soul, that all that is hidden in darkness may come forth into a- / wareness. For You, O Beloved, are my Re- / deemer and my / Comforter.
SECOND READING Reader:
Romans 8: 12-25 Read by Jessi Rodriguez
A reading from Romans
Brothers and sisters, we are debtors, not to the flesh, to live according to the flesh-- for if you live according to the flesh, you will die; but if by the Spirit you put to death the deeds of the body, you will live. For all who are led by the Spirit of God are children of God. For you did not receive a spirit of slavery to fall back into fear, but you have received a spirit of adoption. When we cry, “Abba! Father!� it is that very Spirit bearing witness with our spirit that we are children of God, and if children, then heirs, heirs of God and joint heirs with Christ-- if, in fact, we suffer with him so that we may also be glorified with him. I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worth comparing with the glory about to be revealed to us. For the creation waits with eager longing for the revealing of the children of God; for the creation was subjected to futility, not of its own will but by the will of the one who subjected it, in hope that the creation itself will be set free from its bondage to decay and will obtain the freedom of the glory of the children of God. We know that the whole creation has been groaning in labor pains until now; and not only the creation, but we ourselves, who have the first fruits of the Spirit, groan inwardly while we wait for adoption, the redemption of our bodies. For in hope we were saved. Now hope that is seen is not hope. For who hopes for what is seen? But if we hope for what we do not see, we wait for it with patience.
Reader: People:
Gradual
The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.
Sanctuary
(Nate Leonard, Director of Music)
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J. Thompson & R. Scruggs
THE GOSPEL Celebrant: People:
Matthew 13: 24-30, 36-43 The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Matthew Glory to you, Lord Christ.
Jesus put before the crowd another parable: “The kingdom of heaven may be compared to someone who sowed good seed in his field; but while everybody was asleep, an enemy came and sowed weeds among the wheat, and then went away. So when the plants came up and bore grain, then the weeds appeared as well. And the slaves of the householder came and said to him, ‘Master, did you not sow good seed in your field? Where, then, did these weeds come from?’ He answered, ‘An enemy has done this.’ The slaves said to him, ‘Then do you want us to go and gather them?’ But he replied, ‘No; for in gathering the weeds you would uproot the wheat along with them. Let both of them grow together until the harvest; and at harvest time I will tell the reapers, Collect the weeds first and bind them in bundles to be burned, but gather the wheat into my barn.’” Then he left the crowds and went into the house. And his disciples approached him, saying, “Explain to us the parable of the weeds of the field.” He answered, “The one who sows the good seed is the Son of Man; the field is the world, and the good seed are the children of the kingdom; the weeds are the children of the evil one, and the enemy who sowed them is the devil; the harvest is the end of the age, and the reapers are angels. Just as the weeds are collected and burned up with fire, so will it be at the end of the age. The Son of Man will send his angels, and they will collect out of his kingdom all causes of sin and all evildoers, and they will throw them into the furnace of fire, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth. Then the righteous will shine like the sun in the kingdom of their Father. Let anyone with ears listen!”
Celebrant: People:
The Gospel of the Lord. Praise to you, Lord Christ.
Sermon
The Rev. Dr. Lisa Tucker-Gray
An Affirmation of Faith
The Iona Abbey Book of Worship Led by Amy Saylor Please join the leader in sharing the words of this Affirmation of Faith
We believe in the God of Life, who creates and loves people, who acts in history. We believe in Jesus of Nazareth, who is our brother, who wants not to be idolized but to be followed. We believe that we dwell in the presence of the Holy Spirit; without Her we are nothing; filled with Her we are able to become creative, lively and free. We believe in the Church of Jesus Christ, a community where we find companions and courage for the struggles of life, where we grow in our understanding of the faith, through worship, prayer, nurture and service. 5
We believe that God has a use for us in this time and place, that though we walk through the valley of the shadow of death, we are called to be instruments of God’s peace. We believe in living, hoping, laughing, and enjoying the good of the earth. We believe that people can change, and that God keeps pulling us to life and to a new world of joy and peace. Amen.
Prayers of the People
Led by Jeffrey Albright
Created for the Ministry of Justice & Reconciliation by the Episcopal Standing Committee on Liturgy & Music
Please join the leader in sharing the responses in bold.
Intercessor: God of love, we pray for your church: For all our ministers: bishops, priests,
People:
deacons and all lay members; and for all who seek you in the community of the faithful. Equip us with compassion and love, to carry out your work of reconciliation in the world. God of love, Hear our prayers for the church.
Intercessor: God of freedom, we pray for our nation, and all the nations of the world: For
People:
peace and unity across barriers of language, color, and creed; for elected and appointed leaders, that they would serve the common good. Inspire all people with courage to speak out against hatred, to actively resist evil. Unite the human family in bonds of love. God of freedom, Hear our prayers for the world.
Intercessor: God of justice, we pray for the earth, your creation entrusted to our care: For the
People:
animals and birds, the mountains and oceans, and all parts of your creation that have no voice of their own. Stir up in us a thirst for justice that protects the earth and all its resources, that we may leave to our children’s children the legacy of beauty and abundance that you have given us. God of justice, Hear our prayers for the earth.
Intercessor: God of peace, we pray for this community: For our local leaders; for our schools
People:
and markets; for our neighborhoods and workplaces. Kindle in every heart a desire for equality, respect, and opportunity for all. Give us courage to strive for justice and peace among all people, beginning here at home. God of peace, Hear our prayers for this community.
Intercessor: God of mercy, we pray for all in any kind of need or trouble: For those whose
People:
lives are closely linked with ours, and those connected to us as part of the human family. For refugees and prisoners; for the sick and suffering, the lonely and despairing; for those facing violence; for all held down by prejudice or injustice. Awaken in us compassion and humility of spirit, as we seek and serve Christ in all persons. God of mercy, Hear our prayers for all who are in need. 6
Intercessor: God of grace, we pray for those who have died: For the faithful in every
People:
generation who have worked for justice; for prophets who called us to racial reconciliation; for martyrs who died because of hatred; and for all the communion of saints. Make us faithful to your call to proclaim your Good News, by word and example, and bring us at last into the glorious company of the saints in light. God of grace, Hear our prayers for those who have died.
Closing Collect:
(offered by Presiding Bishop, Michael Curry) God of all power and love, we give thanks for your unfailing presence and the hope you provide in times of uncertainty and loss. Send your Holy Spirit to enkindle in us your holy fire. Revive us to live as Christ’s body in the world: a people who pray, worship, learn, break bread, share life, heal neighbors, bear good news, seek justice, rest and grow in the Spirit. Wherever and however we gather, unite us in common prayer and send us in common mission, that we and the whole creation might be restored and renewed, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
The Confession of Sin & Absolution Leader: People:
Leader:
Celtic tradition from Iona Community
Let us confess our sins. To you Lord, all hearts are open, no secrets are hidden. Forgive our secret sins; Forgive our habitual sins; Forgive our unnoticed sins; Our sins against ourselves, Our sins against others, Our sins against you. Lord, let our memory provide no shelter for bitterness against another. Lord, let our minds provide no foothold for prejudice against another. Lord, let our hearts provide no harbor for hatred of another. Lord, let our attitudes be no associate in the condemnation of another. Lord, let our tongues be no accomplice in the judgment of another. Almighty God, who forgives all who truly repent, have mercy on us. Pardon and deliver us from all our sins, confirm and strengthen us is all goodness, and keep us in life eternal. Through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen.
The Peace Celebrant: People:
The Peace of the Lord be always with you. And also with you.
Announcements Offertory Sentence A virtual offering plate, titled Sunday, July 19 Offering, has been created on our website’s Online Giving page. Through this online resource, you can make a regular Sunday offering or a pledge contribution. www.trinitytoledo.org/online-giving/ 7
Offertory
Medley: What a Wonderful World- Louis Armstrong & This is My Father’s World- Franklin L. Sheppard (Denise Ritter-Bernardini, Trinity guest soprano)
Lord’s Prayer
The New Zealand Prayer Book Led by Katie Kuntz-Wineland
The congregation is invited to join.
Eternal Spirit, Earth-maker, Pain bearer, Life-giver, Source of all that is and that shall be, Father and Mother of us all, Loving God, in whom is heaven: The hallowing of your name echo through the universe! The way of your justice be followed by the peoples of the world! With the bread we need for today, feed us. In the hurts we absorb from one another, forgive us. Your heavenly will be done by all created beings! Your commonwealth of peace and freedom sustain our hope and come on earth! In times of temptation and test, strengthen us. From trials too great to endure, spare us. From the grip of all that is evil, free us. For you reign in the glory of the power that is love, now and forever. 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
It is Well with My Soul
See page 9
(Canterbury Choir)
Dismissal Leader: People:
Led by Ella Meyer & Roz Dougherty Go in peace to love and serve the Lord. Thanks be to God.
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Sending Hymn
It is Well with My Soul
LEVAS #188
(Canterbury Choir)
Words: Horatio Spafford (1828-1888) Music: Philip P. Bliss (1838-1876)
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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 to 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, Roberta Durham, Jr. Warden Leah Reed, Clerk, Jane Bueche, Treasurer, Jeffrey Albright, Dennis Degnan, Fritz Hany, Bob Meeker & Jamie Paul
Parish Staff The Rev. Dr. Lisa Tucker-Gray, Rector Nate Leonard, Director of Music & the Arts Heather Meyer, Director of Operations and Community Development Lynzi Miller, Next To New Manager & Communications Coordinator Nick Zurawski, Sexton Additional Resources & Copyright Info:
Opening Collect: Open Unto Me Prayer by Howard Thurman used with subscription permission through
The Work of the People, Liturgy Project) https://www.theworkofthepeople.com
Readings and Gospel from: Revised Common Lectionary: lectionarypage.net, 2020. Psalm: Psalms for Praying: An Invitation for Wholeness, Nan Merrill, Continuum International Publishing, 2003 Prayers of the People: Created for the Ministry of Justice & Reconciliation by the Episcopal Standing
Committee on Liturgy & Music. An Affirmation of Faith from: the Iona Community - The Iona Abbey Book of Worship. Absolution and Confession from: Enriching our Worship, Church Publishing Lord’s Prayer, The New Zealand Prayer Book, from the Anglican Church in Aotearoa, 1989 Bulletin Image: Permission to use free photo by Artur Nasyrov by Unsplash 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 riteseries.org. All other printed music permission through purchase of CCLI Copyright license #20577215 Size B Streaming License #20577284 Size B All printed music from Gather permission through purchase of onelicense.net License # A-700000
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Proper XI July 19, 2020
TODAY 7/19, 11:00am, Virtual Coffee Hour – We will offer a 30-minute virtual coffee and conversation following our 10:00 online worship service. You can find the Zoom connection information at www.trinitytoledo.org/virtual-coffee-hour/. Tuesday 7/21, 12:00pm, Tuesday Lunch with Lisa – Join Priest Lisa and Trinity community members from 12:00-1:00 on Tuesday for lunch and conversation. You can find the Zoom dial-in information at www.trinitytoledo.org/trinity-at-home/lisa-zoom-lunch/on Tuesday morning. Wednesday 7/22, 7:00pm, Lectio Divina – Each Wednesday evening from 7:00-8:00PM we will engage with the Scriptures, together reading a portion of the Gospel text for the upcoming Sunday and enjoy a time of reflection, sharing, silence, and prayer. You can find the Zoom dial-in information on our website www.trinitytoledo.org/lectio-divina/. Friday 7/24, 9:00pm, Compline – Join us each Friday evening in July and August as we gather online via Zoom for evening prayer . You can find the Zoom dial-in information on our website https://www.trinitytoledo.org/compline/.
Please remember those who have asked for our prayers:
Jackie & Beth Sue Smitley Tishie Bozeman Pat Albright Bettye Jo Hansbarger Ethan & Alecia Grefe John L., Gladys & Karen Johnson-Webb Judy Moon Olivia Carol Gray Regina Emily Please remember those who have asked for our prayers: David Jordan-Squire To add your name or the name of someone you love on the Prayer List, please email lynzi@trinitytoledo.org.
Birthdays
7/10 Scott Dibling 7/15 Sully Sullivant 7/23 Bailey Oyler
Anniversaries
7/11 Ruth Foote 7/16 Nan Sirianni
7/14 Joan Fothergill 7/17 Chuck Abood
7/13 Joan & Don Fothergill
7/14 Aliyah Melden 7/19 Yvonne Soldan
7/16 Jason & Courtney Rahe
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