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The Twenty-Second Sunday after Pentecost:
The Rev. Jim Maxwell Celebrating 50 years of Ordination
Sunday, November 9, 2014
8 & 10 a.m.
HOLY EUCHARIST, RITE II
WELCOME to St. Stephen’s! We welcome seekers and stalwarts, the faithfilled and the questioning, dreamers and doubters. We have been there and found a
home here. Holy Communion is at the center of our worship life and you are
invited. The altar is the Lord’s Table and not ours, and no one who comes seeking
Christ will be turned away. You are welcome here.
St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church
5500 North Adams Road, Troy, MI 48098
248-641-8080 phone, 248-641-8067 fax
Website www.ststephenstroy.org Email [email protected]
The Reverend Susan Anslow Williams, Rector
The Reverend James Maxwell, Retired Priest in Residence
The Reverend Juan F. Perez, Jr., Assistant Priest
John Pavik, Director of Music
© artwork, Body of Christ, Julie Lonneman, courtesy of Trinity Stores, www.trinitystores.com , 800.699.4482
WELCOME TO ST. STEPHEN’S. If you are visiting, we hope that you find St.
Stephen's a warm and friendly place. If you are looking for a church home, please fill out
one of the cards in the pew so that we can be in touch and answer any questions. We hope
you will worship with us again and join in our fellowship, programs and various ministries.
Please call the office or visit our website if you have any questions.
SUNDAY SCHOOL INFORMATION:
Nursery for children 0 to 2 years old is available during the 10 a.m. worship service.
Pre-K through 3rd Grade students begin Sunday School at 10 a.m. in their classrooms,
and are returned to the Sanctuary at Announcement time.
4th Graders through High School attend the 10 a.m. service through Communion and then
go to their classrooms until noon.
HOLY EUCHARIST RITE II
8 A.M.
THE WORD OF GOD
Service Begins
stand, BCP p. 355
Glory to God
BCP 356
The Collect of the Day
insert
First Lesson
Amos 5:18-24
sit, insert
Gradual Psalm
70
insert
Second Reading
1 Thessalonians 4:13-18
insert
Holy Gospel
Matthew 25:1-13
insert
Sermon
The Reverend Susan Anslow Williams
Nicene Creed
sit
stand, BCP p. 358
Prayers of the People
stand or kneel, p. 5
Confession of Sin
kneeling as able; BCP p. 360
The Peace
stand
THE HOLY COMMUNION
Eucharistic Prayer A (stand)
BCP p. 361
The Lord’s Prayer
BCP p. 364
The Breaking of Bread
The congregation proceeds to the altar rail for Holy Communion
Post Communion Prayer
Dismissal
kneel or stand, BCP p. 365
HOLY EUCHARIST RITE II
Prelude
Introit
10 A.M.
Allegro ben Moderato (from Six Pieces)
Give Praise to the Lord
THE WORD OF GOD
Opening Hymn: 61, “Sleepers, wake! A voice astounds us”
Greeting and Opening Acclamation
Frank Bridge
C.H.H. Parry
stand
Blessed be God: Father, Son and Holy Spirit.
And blessed be God’s Kingdom, now and forever. Amen.
Collect for Purity
Gloria, from The English Folk Song Mass
BCP p. 355
pew booklet
To God be the glory, all glory in the highest
and peace to his people who dwell here below.
Our heavenly Father, our Lord and our sovereign,
to you, the Almighty, our praises bestow.
We worship and adore you, we bow here before you,
With grateful thanksgiving, our song let us raise.
All glory and honor and glad adoration
to God in the highest, hosanna and praise.
Collect of the Day
insert
All may be seated for the lessons and psalm.
First Lesson
Amos 5:18-24
Gradual Psalm
70
sit, insert
insert
Second Reading
1 Thessalonians 4:13-18
Sequence Hymn: 58, “Lo, he comes with clouds descending” vs 1, 4
insert
stand
Holy Gospel
insert
Matthew 25:1-13
Response before the Gospel:
Response after the Gospel:
Glory to you, Lord Christ.
Praise to you, Lord Christ.
Sermon
The Reverend Jim Maxwell
sit
Nicene Creed
stand, BCP p. 358
Prayers of the People
stand or kneel, p. 5
Confession of Sin
kneeling as able; BCP p. 360
The Peace Let us greet one another in the name of our risen Lord!
Welcome and Announcements
THE HOLY COMMUNION
Offertory Anthem
Gonna sit down and rest awhile
Presentation of Offering & Doxology
Michael Scott
stand
Praise God, from Whom all blessings flow; Praise Him, all creatures here below;
Praise Him above, ye heav'nly host; Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost.
The Great Thanksgiving: Eucharistic Prayer A
stand; BCP 361
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 God thanks and praise.
The Celebrant continues The Eucharist Prayer.
Sanctus & Benedictus, from The English Folk Song Mass
Holy, holy, holy Lord God of pow’r and might.
Heav’n and earth are full of your glory, Hosanna in the highest.
Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord.
Hosanna in the highest, Hosanna in the highest.
The congregation may kneel or remain standing after the Sanctus
pew booklet
Memorial Acclamation, said during the prayer:
Christ has died. Christ is risen. Christ will come again.
The Lord’s Prayer
BCP p. 364
The Breaking of the Bread. Silence is first observed, then all repeat after the cantor:
O Bread of Life / you take away / the sins of the world: Have mercy on us.
O Bread of Life / you take away / the sins of the world: Have mercy on us.
O Bread of Life / you take away / the sins of the world: Grant us your peace. /
Grant us your peace.
My Heart Sings Out, # 44; Ralph R. Stewart
The Communion
Holy Communion is administered at the rail and all are welcome. Please follow the guidance
of the ushers. If mobility is an issue, communion can be brought to you in the pew.
Gluten-free wafers are available upon request.
Communion Anthem: Living Water
Emily Crocker
Communion Hymn: “Bread of Life”
stand, insert
Post-Communion Prayer
kneel or stand, BCP p. 365
Blessing
Closing Hymn: 436, “Lift up your heads, ye mighty gates!”
stand
Dismissal
Postlude Allegro Marziale (from Six Pieces)
Frank Bridge
Please join us today as we celebrate the 50th Ordination Anniversary
of The Rev. Jim Maxwell. All are invited to stay for lunch in the Parish Hall.
PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE, ALONG THE WAY OF CHRIST
As Jesus called his disciples to follow him upon a new route, leaving behind their old lives and
turning to his way of loving service, let us offer our prayers to him for guidance, forgiveness
and healing; saying: Lord, in your mercy, Hear our prayer.
Lord Jesus, you revealed your wisdom to simple fishermen, and sent upon them the Holy Spirit
to lead them into all truth: Continue to guide your church, that we may likewise follow you as
Master, Teacher and Friend. We pray for {Diocesan cycle of churches}, and for our Presiding
Bishop Katharine, our own bishop Wendell, our clergy Susan, Jim and Juan; and for our
Vestry, committee leaders, outreach ministries, volunteers and staff.
Lord, in your mercy, Hear our prayer.
Lord Jesus, you were pleased to relax in the homes of your friends; we pray for the homes of
this congregation, where families rest and study, eat and pray. Bestow upon them an
atmosphere of Christian love and hospitality, so that all who enter may be blessed by your
presence. We pray especially for our {Parish cycle of families}; and for our loved ones
serving in the Military {names};
Lord, in your mercy, Hear our prayer.
Lord Jesus, physician of souls, grant to all who are sick your Spirit of healing and peace. We
pray for a treatment and for progress in the Ebola crisis. In our parish we pray especially for
{Immediate prayer concerns} and for those with long-term needs. And for healing for the
nations of the world, that divisions and bloodshed would cease, and reconciliation become
possible.
Lord, in your mercy, Hear our prayer.
Lord Jesus, you taught your friends to pray and revealed your risen presence in the breaking of
bread. Bless all who minister at your altar through our worship ministries, serving visibly or
behind the scenes. Today we pray especially for Fr. Jim Maxwell as we celebrate his 50th year
of ordination. May we never forget your promise that you are with us in the sacraments.
Lord, in your mercy, Hear our prayer.
Lord Jesus: the little girl on her death-bed, the young man on his funeral bier, and Lazarus three
days in the tomb, could all hear your voice. May each soul as it passes through death hear your
friendly voice, see the love in your eyes and the smile of welcome in your face, at the door of
your heavenly kingdom. {We remember especially}
Lord, in your mercy, Hear our prayer.
The Celebrant adds a concluding prayer.
PRAYERS THIS WEEK
Please contact the office with prayer concerns;
if a person is in a crisis situation; or would like a visit from the clergy.
Military Prayer List
Ian L’Hommedieu, Kyle Rogowski, Clayton Ulrich
Diocesan Cycle of Prayer
We pray for Santa Teresa y San Juan, Detroit; Trinity Church,
Sr. Clair Shores; St. Paul the Apostle, Jimani, DR; Justin Welby, Archbishop of Canterbury;
and Julio Holguin, Bishop of the Diocese of the Dominican Republic.
Parish Cycle of Prayer
Barbara and James Whitaker
David, Sara and Wade Williams
Immediate Prayer Concerns
Katie Yant, Lachlan O’Neill, Eglantine Ford, Charles
Armstrong, Debby Barry, Cathy Barry-Orth, Fahad Alwasmi, Jonathan Sanders, Terry
Reid, Karen Wilkinson
Long Term Prayer Concerns Ipe Cherian, Cynthia Tischer, Richard Bronsteen, Brian
Adams, Charles Saylor, Chris Slezak, Barb Paton, Don Harris, Tristyn Yant, JoAnn
Middlewood, Jan Hopper
Altar Flowers
are given In Memory of Departed Members of St. Stephen’s
by Sharon Miller.
EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS
Saturday 4:30 p.m. Joan Morgan
Sunday 8:00 a.m. Paula Somerville
Sunday 10:00 a.m. Emma Boldt (L), Linda Pierce (L,C), Kathryn Hassel (P,C)
Sunday 10:00 a.m. MacKenzie Hardy (Crucifer), Garret Fragnoli (1st Acolyte), Lachlan O’Neill (2nd Acolyte)
JOIN US FOR BRUNCH, today, November 9, as we celebrate the 50th Ordination
Anniversary of our priest associate The Rev. Jim Maxwell. All are invited to stay for lunch in
the Parish Hall.
CHAIR NEEDED FOR ADVENT BY CANDLELIGHT please contact the church office if you
feel called to serve this wonderful ministry.
WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS WEEK
Please refer to our online CHURCHWIDE calendar for the most up to date and
accurate information (access via www.ststephenstroy.org, select “Calendar” listed
on the left side of the home page).
Sunday
November 9
Quiet Eucharist
Holy Eucharist with Choir
Sunday School for Pre-K to 3rd Graders
Sunday School for Youth in 4th Grade and Older
8 a.m.
10 a.m.
10 a.m.
11 a.m.
CELEBRATION LUNCHEON 50TH ANNIVERSARY ORDINATION REV. JIM MAXWELL 11:30 a.m.
Rite 13 Block Painting
Monday
12 p.m.
November 10
Tuesday
November 11
Textile Guild (private event)
9 a.m.
Wednesday
November 12
Textile Guild (private event)
Bible Study: All Welcome!
Staff Meeting
Choral Seminar and Rehearsal
9 a.m.
10 a.m.
12 p.m.
7 p.m.
Thursday
November 13
Lunch Bunch (Camp Ticonderoga)
Oakland Deanery Clericus
AA
1 p.m.
1 p.m.
8:30 p.m.
Friday
November 14
Men’s Breakfast Bible Study, offsite
7 a.m.
Saturday
November 14
Altar Guild Prep
Informal Eucharist
Diwali Celebration Tamil School (private event)
9 a.m.
4:30 p.m.
6 p.m.
Sunday
November 16
Quiet Eucharist
YACYM Committee Meeting
Holy Eucharist with Choir
Sunday School for Pre-K to 3rd Graders
Sunday School for Youth in 4th Grade and Older
8 a.m.
8:30 a.m.
10 a.m.
10 a.m.
11 a.m.