The Third Sunday after The Epiphany
Sunday, January 24, at 10:00 am | The Holy Eucharist, Rite II
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The order of this service can also be found in The Book of Common Prayer, page 355. Spoken responses are in bold typeface.
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Prelude: “Prelude on ‘St. Catherine’” arr. Gordon Young
The Entrance Rite
Hymn 550: “Jesus calls us; o’er the tumult” (verses 1, 3, & 5)
1. Jesus calls us; o’er the tumult
of our life’s wild, restless sea,
day by day his clear voice soundeth,
saying, “Christian, follow me;”
3. Jesus calls us from the worship
of the vain world’s golden store;
from each idol that would keep us,
saying, “Christian, love me more.”
5. Jesus calls us! By thy mercies,
Savior, make us hear thy call,
give our hearts to thine obedience,
serve and love thee best of all.
Opening Acclamation and the Collect for Purity
Priest ✠ Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit
People And blessed be his kingdom, now and for ever. Amen.
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.
Gloria: “Glory to God in the highest”
Salutation & The Collect of the Day
Priest The Lord be with you.
People And also with you.
Priest Let us pray.
Give us grace, O Lord, to answer readily the call of our Savior Jesus Christ and proclaim to all people the Good News of his salvation, that we and the whole world may perceive the glory of his marvelous works; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Liturgy of the Word
First Reading: Jonah 3:1-5, 10
The word of the Lord came to Jonah a second time, saying, “Get up, go to Nineveh, that great city, and proclaim to it the message that I tell you.” So Jonah set out and went to Nineveh, according to the word of the Lord. Now Nineveh was an exceedingly large city, a three days’ walk across. Jonah began to go into the city, going a day's walk. And he cried out, “Forty days more, and Nineveh shall be overthrown!” And the people of Nineveh believed God; they proclaimed a fast, and everyone, great and small, put on sackcloth.
When God saw what they did, how they turned from their evil ways, God changed his mind about the calamity that he had said he would bring upon them; and he did not do it.
Reader The Word of the Lord.
People Thanks be to God.
Psalm 62:6-14
The Psalm is sung by a cantor
6 For God alone my soul in silence waits; *
truly, my hope is in him.
7 He alone is my rock and my salvation, *
my stronghold, so that I shall not be shaken.
8 In God is my safety and my honor; *
God is my strong rock and my refuge.
9 Put your trust in him always, O people, *
pour out your hearts before him, for God is our refuge.
10 Those of high degree are but a fleeting breath, *
even those of low estate cannot be trusted.
11 On the scales they are lighter than a breath, *
all of them together.
12 Put no trust in extortion;
in robbery take no empty pride; *
though wealth increase, set not your heart upon it.
13 God has spoken once, twice have I heard it, *
that power belongs to God.
14 Steadfast love is yours, O Lord, *
for you repay everyone according to his deeds.
Second Reading: 1 Corinthians 7:29-31
I mean, brothers and sisters, the appointed time has grown short; from now on, let even those who have wives be as though they had none, and those who mourn as though they were not mourning, and those who rejoice as though they were not rejoicing, and those who buy as though they had no possessions, and those who deal with the world as though they had no dealings with it. For the present form of this world is passing away.
Reader The Word of the Lord.
People Thanks be to God.
The Gospel: Mark 1:14-20
Deacon The ✠ Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ, according to Mark.
People Glory to you, Lord Christ.
After John was arrested, Jesus came to Galilee, proclaiming the good news of God, and saying, “The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God has come near; repent, and believe in the good news.”
As Jesus passed along the Sea of Galilee, he saw Simon and his brother Andrew casting a net into the sea—for they were fishermen. And Jesus said to them, “Follow me and I will make you fish for people.” And immediately they left their nets and followed him. As he went a little farther, he saw James son of Zebedee and his brother John, who were in their boat mending the nets. Immediately he called them; and they left their father Zebedee in the boat with the hired men, and followed him.
Deacon The Gospel of the Lord.
People Praise to you, Lord Christ.
Alleluia
The cantor sings the Alleluia, followed by a verse.
The Sermon
The Nicene Creed Said in unison
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.
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.
The Prayers of the People
In peace, we pray to you, Lord God.
Silence
For all people in their daily life and work;
For our families, friends, and neighbors, and for those who are alone.
For this community, the nation, and the world;
For all who work for justice, freedom, and peace.
For the just and proper use of your creation;
For the victims of hunger, fear, injustice, and oppression.
For all who are in danger, sorrow, or any kind of trouble;
For those who minister to the sick, the friendless, and the needy.
For the peace and unity of the Church of God;
For all who proclaim the Gospel, and all who seek the Truth.
For all bishops and other ministers;
For all who serve God in his Church.
For the special needs and concerns of this congregation.
Silence. The People may add their own petitions
Hear us, Lord;
For your mercy is great.
We thank you, Lord, for all the blessings of this life.
Silence. The People may add their own thanksgivings
We will exalt you, O God our King;
And praise your Name for ever and ever.
We pray for ✠ all who have died, that they may have a place in your eternal kingdom.
Silence. The People may add their own petitions
Lord, let your loving-kindness be upon them;
Who put their trust in you.
We pray to you also for the forgiveness of our sins.
Silence
Have mercy upon us, most merciful Father;
in your compassion forgive us our sins,
known and unknown,
things done and left undone;
and so uphold us by your Spirit
that we may live and serve you in newness of life,
to the honor and glory of your Name;
through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Priest concludes with an absolution
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
Priest The peace of the Lord be always with you.
People And also with you.
The Holy Communion
An anthem is sung as the Altar is prepared with the elements of Holy Communion.
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Offertory Anthem: “Look at the World” John Rutter
Look at the world: Everything all around us
Look at the world: and marvel everyday
Look at the world: So many joys and wonders
So many miracles along our way
Praise to thee, O Lord, for all creation
Give us thankful hearts that we may see
All the gifts we share and every blessing
All things come of thee
Look at the earth:
Bringing forth fruit and flower
Look at the sky: The sunshine and the rain
Look at the hills, look at the trees and mountains,
Valley and flowing river field and plain
Praise to thee, O Lord, for all creation
Give us thankful hearts that we may see
All the gifts we share and every blessing
All things come of thee
Think of the spring,
Think of the warmth of summer
Bringing the harvest before the winters cold
Everything grows, everything has a season
’Til it is gathered to the Father’s fold
Praise to thee, O Lord, for all creation
Give us thankful hearts that we may see
All the gifts we share and every blessing
All things come of thee
Every good gift, all that we need and cherish
Comes from the lord in token of his love
We are his hands, stewards of all his bounty
His is the earth and his the heavens above
Praise to thee, O Lord, for all creation
Give us thankful hearts that we may see
All the gifts we share, and every blessing,
All things come of thee,
All things come of thee.
The Great Thanksgiving: Eucharistic Prayer A
The Priest faces the People and says
The Lord be with you.
People And also with you.
Priest Lift up your hearts.
People We lift them to the Lord.
Priest Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.
People It is right to give him thanks and praise.
Then, facing the Holy Table, the Priest continues
It is right, and a good and joyful thing, always and everywhere to give thanks to you, Father Almighty, Creator of heaven and earth. Because in the mystery of the Word made flesh, you have caused a new light to shine in our hearts, to give the knowledge of your glory in the face of your Son Jesus Christ our Lord. 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:
Sanctus: “Holy, holy, holy Lord”
The People may stand or kneel. The Priest continues
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 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:
Priest and People
Christ has died.
Christ is risen.
Christ will come again.
The Priest continues
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,
People and Priest
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.
The Breaking of the Bread
The Priest breaks the consecrated Bread. A period of silence is kept.
Priest Alleluia. Christ our Passover is sacrificed for us;
People Therefore let us keep the feast. Alleluia.
Fraction Anthem: My flesh is food indeed
Facing the People, the Priest says
The Gifts of God for the People of God.
Spiritual Communion: Act of Reception
This prayer form is for those who desire to receive the Sacrament but are unable to do so, with the assurance that all the benefits of Communion are received, even though the Sacrament is not received with the mouth.
In union, blessed Jesus, with the faithful gathered at every altar of your Church where your blessed Body and Blood are offered this day, I long to offer you praise and thanksgiving, for creation and all the blessings of this life, for the redemption won for us by your life, death, and resurrection, for the means of grace and the hope of glory.
I believe that you are truly present in the Holy Sacrament, and, since I cannot at this time receive communion, I pray you to come into my heart. I unite myself with you and embrace you with all my heart, my soul, and my mind. Let nothing separate me from you; let me serve you in this life until, by your grace, I come to your glorious kingdom and unending peace. Amen.
Come Lord Jesus, and dwell in my heart in the fullness of your strength; be my wisdom and guide me in right pathways; conform my life and actions to the image of your holiness; and, in the power of your gracious might, rule over every hostile power that threatens or disturbs the growth of your kingdom, who with the Father and the Holy Spirit, lives and reigns, one God, in glory everlasting. Amen.
Hymn 660: “O Master, let me walk with thee” (verses 1, 3 & 4)
1. O Master, let me walk with thee
in lowly paths of service free;
tell me thy secret; help me bear
the strain of toil, the fret of care.
3. Teach me thy patience; still with thee
in closer, dearer company,
in work that keeps faith sweet and strong,
in trust that triumphs over wrong,
4. In hope that sends a shining ray
far down the future’s broadening way,
in peace that only thou canst give,
with thee, O Master, let me live.
Postcommunion Prayer
Priest Let us pray.
The People may join in saying this prayer
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.
Announcements
The Blessing & Dismissal
The Priest gives the blessing.
The Deacon dismisses the people, who respond Thanks be to God.
Postlude: “Lead On, O King Eternal” Joshua Evanovich
Service Participants
Celebrant: The Rev. Daniel T. Moore
Deacon & Preacher: The Rev. Matthew D. Simpson
Eucharistic Minister: John Black
Acolyte: Madeleine Moore
Organist: Ed McCall
Cantor: Jill Dulany
Altar: Jacky Grande
A/V: Emery Kohut, Blaine Masters
Choir: George Achilles, Trudie Benton, Wendy Brumbaugh, Jill Dulany, Muriel Hastings, Nick Lindberg, Laura Pankoe, Shelley Reed, Mike Roberts, Sue Roberts, Anne Shute, Jim Shute, Caitlin Stein, David Taylor, Deborah Taylor, Marian Wentworth
Online giving is available through Realm E-Giving and PayPal. We thank you for your generous giving to St. Paul’s.
Tomorrow: Patronal Feast
Tomorrow, January 25, is the feast of the Conversion of St. Paul the Apostle—the patronal feast of our church. We will observe this day with a mass live-streamed from the church at 12:00 Noon on our church Facebook page. Join us.
Next Sunday: Annual Meeting
The 175th Annual Meeting of St. Paul's will take place next Sunday, January 31, at 11:15 AM. Since we are in a period of closure due to the coronavirus pandemic, the Vestry has determined that this year's Annual Meeting will take place online, via Zoom. While this is a platform that has become familiar to many of us, you are nevertheless encouraged to download it to your computer or phone and test it out (if you need help with this, let us know). Instructions for how to log in to the Annual Meeting via Zoom will be sent to the parish this week.
At the Annual Meeting, elections will be held for a new class of Vestry members as well as lay deputies to this year's Diocesan and Deanery meetings. Please plan to attend this Annual Meeting next Sunday as we hold these elections, and learn about the state of St. Paul's in this last year and looking toward the next.
The Great Geranium Grow
You are invited to join in a St. Paul’s Parish wide event…The Great Geranium Grow (GGG).
The goal is for all of us to grow our own red geraniums and eventually plant them on the St Paul’s grounds at Pentecost (5/23/21). To start things off, we will provide some seeds, a starter pot with soil and instructions. You will provide light, water, a bit of warmth, love and prayer. We will compare notes about progress through the Geranium Gazette. Parishioners of all ages are invited to participate. Hopefully, we can be growing by the start of Lent (2/17/21), a time of renewal. Watch for a Sign Up Genius in the near future. For questions, contact George Wiemann.
Bible Study via Zoom meets Tuesday at 7:30pm
A Bible study led by Nancy and John Humphreys meets this Tuesday night, January 26, 7:30-8:30pm. The topic: the ancestry of Christ. Ancestry has become a popular topic in our culture. Did you know that the ancestry of Jesus includes saints and sinners, insiders and outsiders, a murderer, a prostitute, and more than a few kings? Join us as we learn about our “spiritual ancestry” in this study of the first chapter of Matthew’s Gospel. Tuesday we will be following the shenanigans of Jesus' ancestor, Jacob. He's tricky, but not everything quite works out as he planned ….
Login credentials can be found in the Weekly E-Notes email sent on Friday, January 22.
Caring for Friends
Due to Covid we are not packing meals in the parish kitchen. We have made packets of trays for anyone who’d like to cook at home and then bring the filled trays back to put in the CFF freezer. These packets are available for pick up outside the church office entrance on Pine Street. Prepared meals can be dropped off on Saturday, February 6 from 10-11am at the Oakland Avenue entrance. George Wiemann and Mary Smith will be there to assist with drop offs. For questions, please contact Myra Parker, George Wiemann or Mary Smith.
Book Study: I’m Still Here
Wednesdays at 7:30 PM: January 27 and February 3 (via Zoom)
A new book study on the topic of race and faith is forming at St. Paul’s. The book is I’m Still Here: Black Dignity in a World Made for Whiteness, by Austin Channing Brown—“an eye-opening account of growing up Black, Christian, and female that exposes how white America’s love affair with “diversity” so often falls short of its ideals.” Join us for a discussion of this book via Zoom. This study is being facilitated by the Rector, and initiated by the work of our Social Justice Committee. You can find the book online and at local bookstores. RSVP for this study by contacting Fr. Daniel Moore.
DIOPA Soul Care for Caregivers Ministry
The 2020 coronavirus pandemic has brought into stark relief the courageous, ongoing, and whole-self-sacrifice of frontline caregivers, those who care for the sick and their families in hospitals and the community. The pandemic has multiplied the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual risks and stressors and is jeopardizing the health, and often the very lives of these dedicated caregivers. The Diocese of Pennsylvania lay and clergy members have come together to address these realities. Our mission is to provide prayer and support for Frontline Caregivers.
An important ministry of the Diocese right now is to pray for our frontline workers: healthcare professionals, social workers, and teachers who are in trenches with this pandemic. We also are called to pray for the sick and suffering during this time. Intercessory prayer is a fundamental and vital ministry of The Church, and during my time on the Covid units the intercessory prayer of the saints in Heaven and on Earth have sustained me. If you would like information on how to commit to this ministry and sign-up for intercessory prayer and for a prayer list please contact Deacon Matthew Simpson. Sign-up today as an intercessor! Email questions and/or names to be added to the prayer list directly. Want more information? click here
PASSAGES: MONTHLY NEWSLETTER
The January issue of our parish newsletter, Passages, is now available for view.
Click here to read the January issue of Passages.
2021 OFFERING ENVELOPES
2021 offering envelopes are now available for those who requested them. Please contact the office to make arrangements to pick up your envelopes. To request envelopes, please contact the Treasurer, Doug Esser, or call the parish office.
2021 Episcopal Church Ordo Calendars Available
Our 2021 Ordo Calendars have arrived. Please contact the office if you would like one.
Available Flower Memorial & Thanksgiving Dates for 2021
Thank you to all parishioners who have supported our ministry through their flower memorials and thanksgivings and a special thank you to the members of this guild for their time and efforts. Without everyone’s participation the church would not be blessed with our ever changing floral displays to liven up the church! In 2021 we have the following open dates for flower memorials and thanksgivings: April 25, May 30, July 25, and August 22.
The Flower Guild welcomes anyone interested in being a part of this ministry. You are welcome to observe any current member arrange flowers for Sunday. Please talk to any current member to find out what it’s all about. For questions, please use the church directory to contact me.
Lisa Farina, Head of the Flower Guild
ALTAR FLOWERS
Today’s flowers are given to the glory of God, and in loving memory of Ann M. Rollo. Given by Jean Rollo, and arranged by Susan Roberts.
