Trinity Episcopal Church PROGRESSIVE INCLUSIVE CREATIVE DOWNTOWN
Holy Eucharist: Rite II Eighth Sunday After Pentecost Proper XIII
August 4, 2019
10:00am
liturgy of the word Prelude
Fanfare
Gathering Song We Gather Together to Ask the Lord’s Blessing
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Jacques Lemmens 1982 Hymnal #433
Welcome Collect of the day Celebrant: People: Celebrant:
from Prayers for an Inclusive Church
The Lord be with you. And also with you. Let us pray. Lord of abundance, you demand our life entire and whole: lead us out from prisons of greed to a place of riches uncontained and always new; through Jesus Christ, our common wealth. Amen.
(Please be seated for the Lessons.)
The First Lesson Reader:
Ecclesiastes 1:2, 12-14; 2:18-23
A reading from Ecclesiastes.
Vanity of vanities, says the Teacher, vanity of vanities! All is vanity. I, the Teacher, when king over Israel in Jerusalem, applied my mind to seek and to search out by wisdom all that is done under heaven; it is an unhappy business that God has given to human beings to be busy with. I saw all the deeds that are done under the sun; and see, all is vanity and a chasing after wind. I hated all my toil in which I had toiled under the sun, seeing that I must leave it to those who come after me -- and who knows whether they will be wise or foolish? Yet they will be master of all for which I toiled and used my wisdom under the sun. This also is vanity. So I turned and gave my heart up to despair concerning all the toil of my labors under the sun, because sometimes one who has toiled with wisdom and knowledge and skill must leave all to be enjoyed by another who did not toil for it. This also is vanity and a great evil. What do mortals get from all the toil and strain with which they toil under the sun? For all their days are full of pain, and their work is a vexation; even at night their minds do not rest. This also is vanity.
Reader: People:
Hear what the Spirit is saying to God’s People. Thanks be to God.
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The psalm
Psalm 107:1-9,43 The Psalm will be spoken by everyone. We give thanks to You, who are the Source of Love; whose Light shines forth throughout the universe! Come, awaken our hearts that we might do your Work; For, without You, we can do nothing; ’tis your Love that loves through us. Gather us in from all the lands, from the east and the west, from the south and the north. Let all who are hungry and thirsty, whose souls are faint within them, Cry out to the Most Merciful to give them succor, to nourish them with healing love; For fear cannot live where love, grace, and gentleness abide. Enter into the Great Silence, where you may hear the voice of the Beloved, Who satisfies the hungry soul, and quenches the thirsty with streams of Living Water.
from Psalms for Praying: An Invitation to Wholeness This summer, rather than use the standard NRSV scripture translations for our Psalms, we will be using Nan Merrill’s transliteration of the Psalms. The complete book of Psalms is titled: Psalms for Praying- An Invitation to Wholeness.
Whoever is wise, let them ponder these things, let all people reflect on the gifts of the Beloved.
The second Lesson Reader:
Colossians 3:1-11
A reading from Colossians.
If you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth, for you have died, and your life is hidden with Christ in God. When Christ who is your life is revealed, then you also will be revealed with him in glory. Put to death, therefore, whatever in you is earthly: fornication, impurity, passion, evil desire, and greed (which is idolatry). On account of these the wrath of God is coming on those who are disobedient. These are the ways you also once followed, when you were living that life. But now you must get rid of all such things-- anger, wrath, malice, slander, and abusive language from your mouth. Do not lie to one another, seeing that you have stripped off the old self with its practices and have clothed yourselves with the new self, which is being renewed in knowledge according to the image of its creator. In that renewal there is no longer Greek and Jew, circumcised and uncircumcised, barbarian, Scythian, slave and free; but Christ is all and in all!
Reader: People:
The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. 4
Gradual (Please stand as you are able.)
Take, O Take Me as I Am
MHSO #46
Words and Music: L John L. Bell Š 1194 WGRG The Iona Community (Scotland) [www.giamusic.com] Used by permission.
The Gospel Officiant: People:
Luke 12:13-21 The Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Luke. Glory to you, Lord Christ.
Someone in the crowd said to Jesus, "Teacher, tell my brother to divide the family inheritance with me." But he said to him, "Friend, who set me to be a judge or arbitrator over you?" And he said to them, "Take care! Be on your guard against all kinds of greed; for one's life does not consist in the abundance of possessions." Then he told them a parable: "The land of a rich man produced abundantly. And he thought to himself, `What should I do, for I have no place to store my crops?' Then he said, `I will do this: I will pull down my barns and build larger ones, and there I will store all my grain and my goods. And I will say to my soul, `Soul, you have ample goods laid up for many years; relax, eat, drink, be merry.' But God said to him, `You fool! This very night your life is being demanded of you. And the things you have prepared, whose will they be?' So it is with those who store up treasures for themselves but are not rich toward God."
Officiant: People:
The Gospel of the Lord. Praise to you, Lord Christ.
REFLECTION
Donna Steppe, Trinity Member
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Affirmation of Faith
(Please stand as you are able.)
from Shore to Shore
We believe in God, the creator of all life and beauty, who blesses our journey. We believe in Jesus Christ, who lived as a friend and savior to all he met as he traveled, and who ate and laughed, wept and celebrated with them in love. We believe in the Holy Spirit, who rides on the gentle breeze, who strengthens our bindings, and who offers hope eternal. We believe in the church, which stands open to all travelers, and bears witness to the everlasting love of God. Amen.
The Prayers of the People
Women’s Uncommon Prayer
Intercessor: Open our lips, O Spirit, that we may proclaim your benevolent truth and call People:
for justice in our communities, in our congregations, and in the world. Spirit, open our lips.
Intercessor: Open our minds, O Creator, that we might dream a Church reconciled, a
People:
Church that knows your love so abundantly it bursts with a passion for ministry, a desire to give completely, and seeks only to give back. Creator, open our minds.
Intercessor: Open our hearts, O Giver of Gifts, to be transformed by compassion, so we People:
will serve others with humility, integrity and urgency as your servants. Giver of Gifts, open our hearts.
Intercessor: Open our eyes, O Sanctifier of Life, to the hurts and needs of others. Teach People:
us to see where our abilities and resources can be used for good. Sanctifier of Life, open our eyes.
Intercessor: Open our hands, O Spirit, to be your instruments of witness. Help us work
People:
without caution, serve without recognition, and proclaim justice, love and kindness, in your name. Spirit, open our hands.
Intercessor: Open our memories, O Redeemer of All, as we tenderly remember those
People:
who have asked for our prayers, including those on our Prayer List…and those we now name aloud and in our hearts… Redeemer of All, open our memories. 6
Celebrant:
God, your love is free, your compassion unconditional, and your mercy infinite. You shower upon us gifts abundant. Grant that we may know and trust these gifts discovering the joy they bring. In the name of the Risen Christ we pray. Amen.
The Confession of Sin & Absolution Celebrant:
Enriching Our Worship
Let us confess our sins to God.
(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:
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.
The Peace Celebrant: People:
The peace of the Risen Christ be always with you. And also with you.
Announcements
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Liturgy of the Table
Offertory sentence Offertory
Panis Angelicus
César Franck
(Courtney Rahe, soprano)
Eucharistic Prayer Celebrant: People: Celebrant: People: Celebrant: People:
Enriching Our Worship Prayer 3
The Lord be with you. And also with you. Lift up your hearts. We lift them to the Lord. Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. It is right to give our thanks and praise.
Celebrant: 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 the 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
Holy, Holy, Holy
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Grayson Warren Brown
Celebrant: 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.” 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: Dying, you destroyed our death. Rising, you restored our life. Christ Jesus, come in glory! Send your 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. Giver of Life, draw us together in the Body of Christ, and in the fullness of time gather us with all your people into the joy of our true eternal home. 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.
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The Lord’s Prayer Celebrant:
(The New Zealand Prayer Book, from the Anglican Church in Aotearoa)
And now, as our Savior Christ has taught us, we are bold to say:
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! Your heavenly will be done by all created beings! Your commonwealth of peace and freedom sustain our hope and come on earth. With the bread we need for today, feed us. In the hurts we absorb from one another, forgive us. In times of temptation and testing, 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.
The Fraction: Breaking of the Bread
Invitation to Communion (Please be seated until you are invited to come forward to receive communion.) We welcome ALL to come forward to receive Communion as a sign of God’s love in and for our lives. To receive the bread (or gluten-free wafer), please put your hands together, palms up. To receive the non-alcoholic wine, you may either drink directly from the cup or dip the bread in the cup before eating. If you are unable to come forward and wish to have Communion brought to you, please inform a greeter.
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Communion Hymn Communion Hymn
His Eyes Is on the Sparrow Let Us Break Bread Together on Our Knees
The Post Communion Prayer
See Insert See Insert
(Please stand as you are able.)
Gracious God, lover of all, may we who have been your guests at this communion reveal your love to all the world. May we be no longer your servants, but know your will and be your friends. You give us your life, may we be worthy of it; you give us yourself, may we embody you. Amen.
Blessing Sending song
For the Beauty of the Earth
See Insert
Dismissal Celebrant: People:
Alleluia! Alleluia! Go in peace to love and serve the Lord. Thanks be to God. Alleluia! Alleluia!
Please join us in the back following today’s service for coffee and conversation. Special thanks to The Rev. Gene Pearson for presiding this morning and to Donna Steppe for offering the reflection.
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Trinity Episcopal Church PROGRESSIVE
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CREATIVE
DOWNTOWN
Vestry Leadership Alice Todd, Senior Warden, Darrell Cousino, Junior Warden Greg Shumaker, Trust Fund Liaison, Jane Bueche, Treasurer Roberta Durham, Clerk, Becky Roth, Administration Commission Chair Dennis Degnan, Property Commission Chair, Robert Meeker, Finance Commission Chair Jeffrey Albright, Donna Steppe, & Jamie Paul, Asst. Treasurer
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 Copyright Info:
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 is used by permission through purchase of CCLI #11294600 All printed music from Gather was used by permission through purchase of onelicense.net License # A-700000 Fraction Reprinted under: OneLicense.net A703037 Text & music: John L. Bell A version of the Lord’s Prayer offered The New Zealand Prayer Book, from the Anglican Church in Aotearoa Confession, Absolution and Eucharistic Prayer from Enriching Our Worship Affirmation from Shore to Shore Prayers of the People a version from Women’s Uncommon Prayer pg.334 by Devon Anderson, 2000 Psalm from Psalms for Praying: An Invitation to Wholeness by Nan C. Merrill, 2007 Opening Collect from: Prayers for an Inclusive Church by Steven Shakespeare, 2009 Bulletin Image: Lutheran Church Regina Mount Olive, Luke 12:13-21, “An Abundant Harvest” Pastor Terry Defoe
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Communion Hymn
Sending song
Let Us Break Bread Together on Our Knees
For the Beauty of the Earth
1982 Hymnal #325
GIA #572
Communion Hymn
His Eyes Is on the Sparrow
LEVAS #191
Proper XIII August 4, 2019
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Trinity Pages #LOVE IS THE WAY! Good morning and “welcome home” to Trinity! Whether you are new to our community or have found yourself coming back again and again, we want you to know you are both welcome and wanted here among us. For some, church is as comfortable and familiar as a good pair of jeans, or like coming back to your childhood home (if it is one filled with good memories). For others, church might be like visiting a foreign country where you experience unfamiliar language or customs. And then, sadly, for some church has become equated with feelings of hurt, rejection, or shame. We get all of that and believe that church can be different. We hold in real tension the beauty of our tradition with Jesus’ mandate to welcome all, no exceptions. And we get that if people are brave enough to walk through the doors of a big, Gothic-looking church in downtown Toledo, we’d better be serious about being progressive, inclusive and creative. We love our Episcopal tradition, but we love people from all walks of life even more. It is our hope and prayer that together we will navigate our way through each gathering, worship service, outreach activity, class, meal and social time with humility, grace and laughter. So thank you for being here today; for trusting the yearning that brought you through those ancient doors. May we all find our way into the heart of God’s love as we make room for each and all of us at the Table of love we set together week after week. And may you never forget you are loved,
Lisa
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Serving this week & Next: Every Sunday we come together to connect, grow and serve as we walk the way of love. It takes many hands and hearts, and all are invited to get involved as soon as possible in ways that help grow your faith.
TODAY (8/4)
Next Week (8/11)
10:00 Reader Guild: Dave Beckwith Amy Saylor Bob Meeker
10:00 Reader Guild: Hugh Grefe Bettye Jo Hansbarger Jeffrey Albright
Chalice Guild: Mary Wabeke
Chalice Guild: Jason Rahe
Altar Guild: Jamie Paul
Altar Guild: Jane Gemmill
Bread Guild: Taylor Tennant
Bread Guild: Lucy Russell
Greeter Guild: Greeter Guild: Jeffrey Albright Wayne North Bettye Jo Hansbarger Bob Meeker Hospitality Guild: Hospitality Guild: 9a Kim, Nancy 9a Jolene, Donna, & Mary T. & Mike 11:15a Kyle Grefe 11:15a Dennis & Amy
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TODAY Sunday 8/4, 11:15 – Coffee & Conversation- Please join us for refreshments and fellowship following service in the back of the Sanctuary. All are welcome and wanted! TODAY Sunday 8/4, 11:30 – Hospitality & Community Breakfast Meeting- If you are active in or interested in joining the Hospitality and Community Breakfast guild, please join Kim Henkel in the My Brother’s Place kitchen following service today for an informational meeting! August Pop-Up Dinners – There are 2 Trinity PopUp dinners left this month! Pop-Up dinners are a wonderful opportunity for parishioners to get to know one another better outside of the worship setting! Sign up to attend a Pop-Up dinner at https://www.trinitytoledo.org/pop-up-dinners-2/.
Sunday, August 4 9:00-9:45 Free Community Breakfast 9:00-9:45 Property Commission Meeting 10:00-11:15 Worship 11:15 Coffee & Conversation 11:30 Hospitality Meeting, MBP Kitchen Monday, August 5 9:30-3:00 Next To New Shop Open 12:00-1:00 AA Meeting Tuesday, August 6 12:00-1:00 AA Meeting 6:15-7:15 Admin Commission Meeting Wednesday, August 7 12:00-1:00 AA Meeting 10:00 Staff Meeting, Off-site Thursday, August 8 9:30-3:00 Next To New Shop Open 12:00-1:00 AA Meeting 5:30-7:00 Finance Commission Meeting Friday, August 9 Office Closes at 1:00 12:00-1:00 AA Meeting 6:00-7:00 Food for Thought (PBJ Making)
Bring your gardening tools, a few garbage bags, and the family as we bring a little order back to the exterior landscaping just in time for Jeep Fest! The tunes and tools will break out on Tuesday, Aug. 6th 6:00-8:00 on St. Clair Street! Any and all help is welcome!!!!
Please remember those who have asked for our prayers:
To have your name or the name of someone you love on the Prayer List, sign the prayer book at the Prayer Station.
Saturday, August 10 Trinity Offices Closed 9:00 Men’s Bible Study, 5333 Monroe St. Sunday, August 11 9:00-9:45 Free Community Breakfast 10:00-11:15 Worship 11:15 Coffee & Conversation
There are many times when it would be appropriate to reach out to Lisa including: -You or your loved one has been hospitalized -You or your loved one would like time to talk confidentially -You have a question about baptism, marriage, confirmation or membership -You would like to explore different ways of getting involved in our community -You would like to schedule coffee or a meal Lisa is available by phone or email and will respond as able; at lisa@trinitytoledo.org or by cell at (734)834-0132.