This Sunday I am honored to officially recognize and celebrate my ministry here at St. Thomas' Episcopal Parish Church in Hancock, MD as the Priest-in-Charge!
I began here on June 1st and have felt welcomed since the first day!! From that first hour on that Tuesday with the Women's Bible Study Group, I have been so happy to be in this church. There are so many wonderful stories of my journey so far here with this community. Way too many to tell here, but anytime someone would like to sit down and have a cup of tea with me, I am ready to share a few of them with you!! I feel truly blessed and look forward to my future here with this wonderful church family.
May God bless my ministry with you here.
Grace & Peace,
Mother Margaret+
CELEBRATION OF A NEW MINISTRY
The Institution
The Wardens, standing before the bishop with the new minister, say these words
Bishop Ilhoff, we have come together today to welcome Mother Margaret Brack, who has been chosen to serve as Priest-in-Charge of St. Thomas’ Episcopal Church. We believe that she is well qualified, and that she has been prayerfully and lawfully selected.
The Bishop may read the Letter of Institution, or else may state the purpose of the new ministry.
The Bishop then says
Margaret, do you, in the presence of this congregation, commit yourself to this new trust and responsibility?
New minister: I do.
The Bishop then addresses the congregation
Will you who witness this new beginning support and uphold Margaret in this ministry?
People: We will.
The Bishop, standing, says
Let us then offer our prayers to God for all his people, for this congregation, and for Margaret, their Priest-in-Charge.
LITANY Tracy Salvagno, Senior Warden
God the Father,
People: Have mercy on us.
God the Son,
People: Have mercy on us.
God the Holy Spirit,
People: Have mercy on us.
Holy Trinity, one God,
People: Have mercy on us.
(Intercessions continue)
Response to Intercessions: Lord, hear our prayer.
Lord, have mercy.
Christ, have mercy.
Lord, have mercy.
Bishop The Lord be with you.
People And also with you.
Bishop Let us pray.
Everliving God, strengthen and sustain Margaret, that with patience and understanding she may love and care for your people; and grant that together they may follow Jesus Christ, offering to you their gifts and talents; through him who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
A Reading from the book of Daniel
As I watched, thrones were set in place, and an Ancient One took his throne, his clothing was
white as snow, and the hair of his head like pure wool; his throne was fiery flames, and its
wheels were burning fire. A stream of fire issued and flowed out from his presence. A thousand
thousands served him, and ten thousand times ten thousand stood attending him. The court sat in
judgment, and the books were opened. As I watched in the night visions, I saw one like a human
being coming with the clouds of heaven. And he came to the Ancient One and was presented
before him. To him was given dominion and glory and kingship, that all peoples, nations, and
languages should serve him. His dominion is an everlasting dominion that shall not pass away,
and his kingship is one that shall never be destroyed.
Reader: The Word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God.
Psalm 93 Sung by Choir
1 The Lord is King;
he has put on splendid apparel; *
the Lord has put on his apparel
and girded himself with strength.
2 He has made the whole world so sure *
that it cannot be moved;
3 Ever since the world began, your throne has been established; *
you are from everlasting.
4 The waters have lifted up, O Lord,
the waters have lifted up their voice; *
the waters have lifted up their pounding waves.
5 Mightier than the sound of many waters,
mightier than the breakers of the sea, *
mightier is the Lord who dwells on high.
6 Your testimonies are very sure, *
and holiness adorns your house, O Lord,
for ever and for evermore.
The Epistle: Revelation 1:4b-8
A Reading from the book of Revelation
Grace to you and peace from him who is and who was and who is to come, and from the seven spirits who are before his throne, and from Jesus Christ, the faithful witness, the firstborn of the dead, and the ruler of the kings of the earth. To him who loves us and freed us from our sins by his blood, and made us to be a kingdom, priests serving his God and Father, to him be glory and dominion forever and ever. Amen. Look! He is coming with the clouds; every eye will see him, even those who pierced him; and on his account all the tribes of the earth will wail. So it is to be. Amen. “I am the Alpha and the Omega,” says the Lord God, who is and who was and who is to come, the Almighty.
Reader: The Word of the Lord People: Thanks be to God.
SEQUENCE HYMN 458, “My song is love unknown” vs. 1, 2 & 7 Love Unknown
The Holy Gospel John 18:33-37
The Congregation remains standing and faces the Deacon, who reads the Gospel.
Gospeller: The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ, according to John.
People: Glory to you, Lord Christ.
Pilate entered the headquarters again, summoned Jesus, and asked him, “Are you the King of the Jews?” Jesus answered, “Do you ask this on your own, or did others tell you about me?” Pilate replied, “I am not a Jew, am I? Your own nation and the chief priests have handed you over to me. What have you done?” Jesus answered, “My kingdom is not from this world. If my kingdom were from this world, my followers would be fighting to keep me from being handed over to the Jews. But as it is, my kingdom is not from here.” Pilate asked him, “So you are a king?” Jesus answered, “You say that I am a king. For this I was born, and for this I came into the world, to testify to the truth. Everyone who belongs to the truth listens to my voice.”
Gospeller: The Gospel of the Lord. People: Praise to you, Lord Christ.
THE SERMON – The Right Rev. Robert W. Ihloff Assisting Bishop of Maryland
The Induction
Representatives of the congregation and of the clergy of the diocese stand before the bishop with the new minister.
Sylvia Moats presents a Bible, saying
Mother Margaret, accept this Bible, and be among us as one who proclaims the Word.
People: Amen.
The Bishop presents a vessel of water, saying:
Margaret, take this water, and help me baptize in obedience to our Lord.
People: Amen.
A cross is presented by Pam Mann, saying:
Mother Margaret, receive this cross, and be among us as a pastor and priest.
People: Amen.
A book of prayers is presented by Linda Mellott, saying:
Mother Margaret, receive this book, and be among us as a person of prayer.
People: Amen.
Olive oil is presented by Edna Hixon and Dr. Ralph Salvagno, saying:
Mother Margaret, use this oil, and be among us as a healer and reconciler.
People: Amen.
ArchDeacon Rev. Frank Bailey and Deacon Rev. Kirk DeVore present the Constitution and Canons
of this Church, saying:
Mother Margaret, obey these Canons, and be among us to share in the councils of this diocese.
People: Amen.
The Bread and wine are presented by Carolyn Breakall and Jane Shaw, saying:
Mother Margaret, take this bread and wine, and be among us to break the
Bread and bless the Cup.
People: Amen.
The Bishop then says
Margaret, let all these be signs of the ministry which is mine and yours in this place.
People: Amen.
The new Minister kneels in the midst of the church, and says:
O Lord my God, I am not worthy to have you come under
my roof; yet you have called your servant to stand in your
house, and to serve at your altar. To you and to your service
I devote myself, body, soul, and spirit. Fill my memory with
the record of your mighty works; enlighten my understanding
with the light of your Holy Spirit; and may all the desires of
my heart and will center in what you would have me do. Make
me an instrument of your salvation for the people entrusted
to my care, and grant that I may faithfully administer your
holy Sacraments, and by my life and teaching set forth your
true and living Word. Be always with me in carrying out the
duties of my ministry. In prayer, quicken my devotion; in
praises, heighten my love and gratitude; in preaching, give me
readiness of thought and expression; and grant that, by the
clearness and brightness of your holy Word, all the world may
be drawn into your blessed kingdom. All this I ask for the
sake of your Son our Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.
The Bishop then presents the new minister to the congregation, saying
Greet your new Priest-in-Charge and her husband, Jim Brack.
The Congregation expresses its approval. Applause is appropriate.
The Bishop greets the new minister.
THE PEACE All stand.
The New Minister: The peace of the Lord be always with you.
People: And also with you.
Then the Ministers and People may greet one another in the name of the Lord.
The Post Communion Prayer – Said by ALL
Almighty Father, we thank you for feeding us with the holy
food of the Body and Blood of your Son, and for uniting us
through him in the fellowship of your Holy Spirit. We thank
you for raising up among us faithful servants for the ministry
of your Word and Sacraments. We pray that Margaret may be to us
an effective example in word and action, in love and patience,
and in holiness of life. Grant that we, with her, may serve
you now, and always rejoice in your glory; through Jesus
Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and
the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
ST. THOMAS’ PARISH CALENDAR: November 21-27, 2021
TODAY – Sunday, November 21st – Feast of Christ the King
7:30 AM HOLY EUCHARIST (Rite I) & Homily
9:45 AM Choir Warm-up (Undercroft)
10:00 AM Celebration of New Ministry & HOLY EUCHARIST (Rite II)
Reception (Lower Hall)
Mon. November 22 nd 7:30 PM Alcoholics Anonymous (Lower Parish Hall)
Tue. November 23 rd 8:15 AM Morning Prayer (Chapel)
7:30 PM Alcoholics Anonymous (Lower Parish Hall)
Wed. November 24 th 6:00 PM Evening Prayer (Chapel)
7:00 PM Thanksgiving Service at United Methodist Church
Thurs. November 25th Happy Thanksgiving!
NEXT Sunday, November 28th – Advent I
7:30 AM HOLY EUCHARIST (Rite I) & Homily
9:45 AM Choir Warm-up (Undercroft)
10:00 AM HOLY EUCHARIST (Rite II) & Sermon w/Healing Service
NOVEMBER BIRTHDAYS
~ On your birthday and every day, may God’s loving presence in your life be felt strongly ~
Happy Birthday Blessings!
Nov 21
David Dere, III
Nov 22
Alfred McCormick
Bill Mosier
Nov 24
Todd Shifflet
Roland McCusker
David Hoffman, Jr.
Alyia Wheeler
Nov 25
Larry Stotler
Tyler Unger
Tina Broadwater
Casey Mueller
Autumn Williamson
Nov 26
Paula Barney
Nov 27
Douglas Bittinger
Anniversaries
~May this day bring countless joy to your life.
May the coming years of your life be spent in loving and caring for each other~
Happy Anniversary Blessings!
Although we may not have a couple celebrating their anniversary this week, take this time to celebrate other little remembrances like your first kiss, first date or even first phone call!!
Military Service
Vince Biggs, Philip Corbett, Allen Foshee, Susie Hoopengardner, Spencer Hose,
Cody Hovermale, Jasper Howard, Aaron Hull, Justin Johnson,
Chris Krause, Matt Lacy, Cameron Meadows,
Jake Michael, Dakota Ritz, Taylor Shafer, Andrew Shaw,
Josh Stotler, Lucas Trunkle, Nicholas Valentine, Taylor Valentine, Jesse Wolford.
Parish Sick/Ongoing Concern
Rev. D. Brian Shoda, St. Mark's Episcopal Church, Berkeley Springs
Tori Anderson, Steven Boden, Bill Brack, Carol Close, Ramona Creek,
Stanley Divelbliss, Gail Fitzwater, Debbie Henderson, Evelyn Herson,
Sue Hinckle, Mike Kriner, Alda Lashley, Bob Mann, Dakota Maravelis,
Steve McKinley, Tom Mossellem, Mark Nicopolis, Lisa Obrecht, Bonnie Pryor,
Darren Rankin, John Robinson, Jason Roderick, Daniel Sauter,
Michael Schetrompf, Doug Sensel, Mike Shaw, Alethea Shiplett, Pam Shirley,
Bobby Shirley, Stephanie Shives, Rebecca Shoemaker, Betty Sipes,
Tim Smith, Tim Stotler, Frank, Thomas,Denise Troxell,
David Walter, Jr., David Walter Sr., Rodney Weaver, Ronnie Zimmerman
Shut-ins
Catherine Durst, Sally Fost, Beverly Hershberger,
Ruth McCarty, Mary Ann Mortzfeldt, Barbara Smith, Mildred Sweitzer,
Janice Trail, Marion Tritapoe, Ernie Truax, Pam Trumpower,
Ralph Wachter, Edna Younker, Frances Younker.
THE FLOWERS ON THE ALTAR TODAY
are given to the Greater Glory of God
and in honor and in the memory of
Charlene and Homer Schetrompf, Sr., Donna and Homer Schetrompf, Jr., David Schetrompf, Daniel Schetrompf, Ronald and Lee Frederick, Patty Schetrompf, Penny Schetrompf and Tammy Walls
by Kathy McCarty and Family
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MESSAGES FROM MOTHER MARGARET
Some facts about the Feast of Christ the King
-Despite its recent Catholic origins, the feast is celebrated by many Protestants. Even though it was created by a pope less than a hundred years ago, some Anglicans, Lutherans, Methodists, and Presbyterians celebrate the feast.
-Some Anglicans refer to Christ the King Sunday as “Stir-up Sunday”. This Sunday got this name for two reasons: First, the Anglican Collect for the day begins with the words, “Stir up, we beseech thee, O Lord, the wills of thy faithful people…” Second, some old pudding recipes require the pudding to sit for several weeks before being cooked. This Sunday became a day that people would traditionally begin preparing pudding, which includes “stirring it up.” These two things came together in people’s minds, as Wikipedia explains: “Supposedly, cooks, wives and their servants would go to church, hear the words ‘Stir up, we beseech thee, O Lord…’, and be reminded, by association of ideas, that it was about time to start stirring up the puddings for Christmas.”
I give this Thanksgiving Prayer to all of you. Your guests can say the response.
Let us give thanks to God our Father for all his gifts so freely bestowed upon us:
For the beauty and wonder of your creation, in earth and sky and sea,
We thank you, Lord.
For our daily food and drink, our homes and families, and our friends,
We thank you, Lord.
For minds to think, and hearts to love, and hands to serve,
We thank you, Lord.
For health and strength to work, and time to rest and worship,
We thank you, Lord.
For all who are patient in suffering and faithful in adversity,
We thank you, Lord.
For all who earnestly seek after truth, and all who labor for justice,
We thank you, Lord.
For all that is good and gracious in the lives of men and women, revealing the image of Christ,
We thank you, Lord.
For the communion of saints, in all times and places,
We thank you, Lord.
Above all, we give you thanks for the great mercies and promises given to us in Christ Jesus our Lord;
To him be praise and glory, with you, O Father,
and the Holy Spirit, now and for ever.
AMEN!
Happy Thanksgiving to you and your families!
Blessings,
Mother Margaret & Jim
Historic
Saint Thomas’ Parish
Founded 1835 A.D.
2 East High Street Hancock, Maryland 21750
Office Telephone: (301) 678-6569
E-Mail: stthomashancock@gmail.com Website: stthomashancock.org
Reverend Margaret S. Brack, Priest-in-Charge
Reverend Kirk DeVore, Deacon
J. Gwynne Cavey, Minister of Music
Pamela J. S. Mann, Church Secretary, Registrar
Tracy L. Salvagno, Children’s Church Coordinator
The Collect of the Day (Proper 17)
O Almighty God, who hast knit together thine elect in one communion and fellowship in the mystical body of thy Son Christ our Lord: Grant us grace so to follow thy blessed saints in all virtuous and godly living, that we may come to those ineffable joys which thou hast prepared for those who
unfeignedly love thee; through the same Jesus Christ our Lord, who with thee and the Holy Spirit liveth and reigneth, one God, in glory everlasting. Amen.
The Lesson: Daniel 7:9-10, 13-14 - Booklet, Page 4
The Psalter: Psalm 93 – Said by All – by half verse- Booklet, Page 4
The Epistle: Revelation 1:4b-8 – Booklet, Page 5
The Holy Gospel: John 18:33-37 – Booklet, Page 7
The Homily: The Reverend Margaret S. Brack, Priest-in-Charge
The Prayers: Form IV, Prayer Book, Page 388
The Consecration: The Great Thanksgiving, Form I, Prayer Book, Page 333
LITURGICAL MINISTERS THIS WEEK:
Lector(s) |
7:30am
10:00am |
Melinda Golden, Dudley Obrecht
Gene Mellott |
| Altar Guild This Month |
|
Linda Mellott, Carolyn Breakall |
| Ushers/Greeters |
7:30am
10:00am |
David Creek, Tim Smith
Bob Hoopengardner, Jim Hixon |
| Sound / Camera |
7:30am
10:00am |
Rev. Kirk Devore
Pam Mann |
We continue to livestream our 7:30am and 10:00am services each week.
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CELEBRATION OF A NEW MINISTRY
Organ Voluntary - Please use the time before the service for prayer and quiet reflection.
Please SILENCE all Cell Phones and Pagers when entering the Church.
PROCESSIONAL HYMN 450 “All hail the power of Jesus’ name” (vs. 1-4) Coronation
The Institution
The Wardens, standing before the bishop with the new minister, say these or similar words
Bishop Ilhoff, we have come together today to welcome Mother Margaret Brack, who has been chosen to serve as Priest-in-Charge of St. Thomas’ Episcopal Church. We believe that she is well qualified, and that she has been prayerfully and lawfully selected.
The Bishop may read the Letter of Institution, or else may state the purpose of the new ministry.
The Bishop then says
Margaret, do you, in the presence of this congregation, commit yourself to this new trust and responsibility?
New minister I do.
The Bishop then addresses the congregation
Will you who witness this new beginning support and uphold Margaret in this ministry?
People We will.
The Bishop, standing, says
Let us then offer our prayers to God for all his people, for this congregation, and for Margaret, their Priest-in-Charge.
LITANY Tracy Salvagno, Senior Warden
God the Father,
People: Have mercy on us.
God the Son,
People: Have mercy on us.
God the Holy Spirit,
People: Have mercy on us.
Holy Trinity, one God,
People: Have mercy on us.
(Intercessions continue)
Response to Intercessions: Lord, hear our prayer.
Lord, have mercy. Christ, have mercy. Lord, have mercy.
Bishop The Lord be with you. People And also with you. Bishop Let us pray.
Everliving God, strengthen and sustain Margaret, that with patience and understanding she may love and care for your people; and grant that together they may follow Jesus Christ, offering to you their gifts and talents; through him who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
OLD TESTAMENT: Daniel 7:9-10, 13-14
A Reading from the book of Daniel
As I watched, thrones were set in place, and an Ancient One took his throne, his clothing was
white as snow, and the hair of his head like pure wool; his throne was fiery flames, and its
wheels were burning fire. A stream of fire issued and flowed out from his presence. A thousand
thousands served him, and ten thousand times ten thousand stood attending him. The court sat in
judgment, and the books were opened. As I watched in the night visions, I saw one like a human
being coming with the clouds of heaven. And he came to the Ancient One and was presented
before him. To him was given dominion and glory and kingship, that all peoples, nations, and
languages should serve him. His dominion is an everlasting dominion that shall not pass away,
and his kingship is one that shall never be destroyed.
Reader: The Word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God.
Psalm 93 Sung by Choir
1 The Lord is King;
he has put on splendid apparel; *
the Lord has put on his apparel
and girded himself with strength.
2 He has made the whole world so sure *
that it cannot be moved;
3 Ever since the world began, your throne has been established; *
you are from everlasting.
4 The waters have lifted up, O Lord,
the waters have lifted up their voice; *
the waters have lifted up their pounding waves.
5 Mightier than the sound of many waters,
mightier than the breakers of the sea, *
mightier is the Lord who dwells on high.
6 Your testimonies are very sure, *
and holiness adorns your house, O Lord,
for ever and for evermore.
The Epistle: Revelation 1:4b-8
A Reading from the book of Revelation
Grace to you and peace from him who is and who was and who is to come, and from the seven spirits who are before his throne, and from Jesus Christ, the faithful witness, the firstborn of the dead, and the ruler of the kings of the earth. To him who loves us and freed us from our sins by his blood, and made us to be a kingdom, priests serving his God and Father, to him be glory and dominion forever and ever. Amen. Look! He is coming with the clouds; every eye will see him, even those who pierced him; and on his account all the tribes of the earth will wail. So it is to be. Amen. “I am the Alpha and the Omega,” says the Lord God, who is and who was and who is to come, the Almighty.
Reader: The Word of the Lord People: Thanks be to God.
SEQUENCE HYMN 458, “My song is love unknown” vs. 1, 2 & 7 Love Unknown
The Holy Gospel John 18:33-37
The Congregation remains standing and faces the Deacon, who reads the Gospel.
Gospeller: The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ, according to John.
People: Glory to you, Lord Christ.
Pilate entered the headquarters again, summoned Jesus, and asked him, “Are you the King of the Jews?” Jesus answered, “Do you ask this on your own, or did others tell you about me?” Pilate replied, “I am not a Jew, am I? Your own nation and the chief priests have handed you over to me. What have you done?” Jesus answered, “My kingdom is not from this world. If my kingdom were from this world, my followers would be fighting to keep me from being handed over to the Jews. But as it is, my kingdom is not from here.” Pilate asked him, “So you are a king?” Jesus answered, “You say that I am a king. For this I was born, and for this I came into the world, to testify to the truth. Everyone who belongs to the truth listens to my voice.”
Gospeller: The Gospel of the Lord. People: Praise to you, Lord Christ.
THE SERMON – The Right Rev. Robert W. Ihloff Assisting Bishop of Maryland
The Induction
Representatives of the congregation and of the clergy of the diocese stand before the bishop with the new minister.
Sylvia Moats presents a Bible, saying
Mother Margaret, accept this Bible, and be among us as one who proclaims the Word.
People: Amen.
The Bishop presents a vessel of water, saying:
Margaret, take this water, and help me baptize in obedience to our Lord.
People: Amen.
A cross is presented by Pam Mann, saying:
Mother Margaret, receive this cross, and be among us as a pastor and priest.
People: Amen.
A book of prayers is presented by Linda Mellott, saying:
Mother Margaret, receive this book, and be among us as a person of prayer.
People: Amen.
Olive oil is presented by Edna Hixon and Dr. Ralph Salvagno, saying:
Mother Margaret, use this oil, and be among us as a healer and reconciler.
People: Amen.
Representative clergy of the diocese present the Constitution and Canons
of this Church, saying:
Margaret, obey these Canons, and be among us to share in the councils of this diocese.
People: Amen.
The Bread and wine are presented by Carolyn Breakall and Jane Shaw, saying:
Mother Margaret, take this bread and wine, and be among us to break the
Bread and bless the Cup.
People: Amen.
The Bishop then says
Margaret, let all these be signs of the ministry which is mine and yours in this place.
People: Amen.
The new Minister kneels in the midst of the church, and says:
O Lord my God, I am not worthy to have you come under
my roof; yet you have called your servant to stand in your
house, and to serve at your altar. To you and to your service
I devote myself, body, soul, and spirit. Fill my memory with
the record of your mighty works; enlighten my understanding
with the light of your Holy Spirit; and may all the desires of
my heart and will center in what you would have me do. Make
me an instrument of your salvation for the people entrusted
to my care, and grant that I may faithfully administer your
holy Sacraments, and by my life and teaching set forth your
true and living Word. Be always with me in carrying out the
duties of my ministry. In prayer, quicken my devotion; in
praises, heighten my love and gratitude; in preaching, give me
readiness of thought and expression; and grant that, by the
clearness and brightness of your holy Word, all the world may
be drawn into your blessed kingdom. All this I ask for the
sake of your Son our Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.
The Bishop then presents the new minister to the congregation, saying
Greet your new Priest-in-Charge and her husband, Jim Brack.
The Congregation expresses its approval. Applause is appropriate.
The Bishop greets the new minister.
THE PEACE All stand.
The New Minister: The peace of the Lord be always with you.
People: And also with you.
Then the Ministers and People may greet one another in the name of the Lord.
WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
The Celebration of the Holy Communion
OFFERTORY ANTHEM: O Come, ye Servants of the Lord Christopher Tye
PRESENTATION HYMN
Praise God, from whom all blessings flow;
Praise him, all creatures here below;
Praise him above, ye heavenly host:
Praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost. Amen
Celebrant begins
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. Through Jesus Christ our Lord, who on the first day of the week overcame death and the grave, and by his glorious resurrection opened to us the way of everlasting life.
Therefore we praise you, joining our voices with Angels and Archangels and with all the company of heaven, who forever sing this hymn to proclaim the glory of your Name:
SANCTUS – Hymnal *S-129 Setting: Robert Powell
The People kneel (as able) and the Celebrant continues
We give thanks to you, O God, for the goodness and love which you have made known to us in creation; in the calling of Israel to be your people; in your Word spoken through the prophets; and above all in the Word made flesh, Jesus, your Son. For in these last days you sent him to be incarnate from the Virgin Mary, to be the Savior and Redeemer of the world. In him, you have delivered us from evil, and made us worthy to stand before you. In him, you have brought us out of error into truth, out of sin into righteousness, out of death into life.
On the night before he died for us, 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, according to his command, O Father,
MEMORIAL ACCLAMATION – Hymnal *S-138
Music: McNeil Robinson II
The Celebrant continues
And we offer our sacrifice of praise and thanksgiving to you, O Lord of all; presenting to you, from your creation, this bread and this wine.
We pray you, gracious God, to send your Holy Spirit upon these gifts that they may be the Sacrament of the Body of Christ and his Blood of the new Covenant. Unite us to your Son in his sacrifice, that we may be acceptable through him, being sanctified by the Holy Spirit. In the fullness of time, put all things in subjection under your Christ, and bring us to that heavenly country where, with the ever-Blessed Virgin Mary, St Thomas, St Mark, St Andrew, St Peter, St Paul, St Patrick, St Bernadette and all your saints, we may enter the everlasting heritage of your sons and daughters; through Jesus Christ our Lord, the firstborn of all creation, the head of the Church, and the author of our salvation.
By him, and with him, and in him, in the unity of the Holy Spirit all honor and glory are yours, Almighty Father, now and for ever.
Amen (sung by all)
The service continues with the Lord’s Prayer.
Celebrant: 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.
Celebrant: Alleluia! Christ our Passover is sacrificed for us;
People: Therefore let us keep the feast. Alleluia!
FRACTION ANTHEM: S-163 “Lamb of God” Robert Powell
The Celebrant says the Invitation to Holy Communion.
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.
The COMMUNION of the PEOPLE
On behalf of those viewing the service via Livestream, the Prayer of St. Alphonsus de Liguori (1696-1787) is said by ALL
My Jesus, I believe that you are present in the most Blessed Sacrament. I love you above all things and I desire to receive you into my soul. Since I cannot now receive you sacramentally, come at least spiritually into my heart. I embrace you as if you were already there and unite myself wholly to you. Never permit me to be separated from you, dear Lord Christ. Amen.
ALL Baptized Christians are invited to receive Holy Communion in The Episcopal Church!
Kneel or stand at the Rail and cup your hands to receive the Consecrated Bread.
Those unable to receive are encouraged to come forward for a Blessing.
Please fold your arms across your chest to indicate that you wish a Blessing.
Baptism, the ancient service though which one joins Christ’s Church, may be arranged.
We warmly invite you to contact Mother Margaret about scheduling your Baptism.
COMMUNION ANTHEM “Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silence” Picardy
COMMUNION SONG 435, “At the Name of Jesus” King’s Weston
The Post Communion Prayer – Said by ALL
Almighty Father, we thank you for feeding us with the holy
food of the Body and Blood of your Son, and for uniting us
through him in the fellowship of your Holy Spirit. We thank
you for raising up among us faithful servants for the ministry
of your Word and Sacraments. We pray that Margaret may be to us
an effective example in word and action, in love and patience,
and in holiness of life. Grant that we, with her, may serve
you now, and always rejoice in your glory; through Jesus
Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and
the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
The Blessing
RECESSIONAL HYMN 494 “Crown him with many crowns” Diademata
Silent Prayer – All are invited to kneel for a moment of silent prayer before the Dismissal.
The Dismissal
Deacon: Let us go forth in the Name of Christ. Alleluia! Alleluia!
People: Thanks be to God! Alleluia! Alleluia!
Organ Voluntary
ST. THOMAS’ PARISH CALENDAR: November 21-27, 2021
TODAY – Sunday, November 21st – Feast of Christ the King
7:30 AM HOLY EUCHARIST (Rite I) & Homily
9:45 AM Choir Warm-up (Undercroft)
10:00 AM Celebration of New Ministry & HOLY EUCHARIST (Rite II)
Reception (Lower Hall)
Mon. November 22 nd 7:30 PM Alcoholics Anonymous (Lower Parish Hall)
Tue. November 23 rd 8:15 AM Morning Prayer (Chapel)
7:30 PM Alcoholics Anonymous (Lower Parish Hall)
Wed. November 24 th 6:00 PM Evening Prayer (Chapel)
7:00 PM Thanksgiving Service at United Methodist Church
Thurs. November 25 th Happy Thanksgiving!
NEXT Sunday, November 28th – Advent I
7:30 AM HOLY EUCHARIST (Rite I) & Homily
9:45 AM Choir Warm-up (Undercroft)
10:00 AM HOLY EUCHARIST (Rite II) & Sermon w/Healing Service
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