The First Sunday after the Epiphany
The Baptism of Our Lord
January 11, 2015
10:00 AM
The Holy Eucharist, Rite II & Renewal of Baptismal Vows
Celebrant - The Very Reverend David A. duPlantier, Dean
Preacher - The Reverend Bridget K. Tierney
It is the tradition of the Episcopal Church to maintain silence in the worship area so that people may pray. Please help us preserve an atmosphere of
quiet reverence before worship begins, remembering to turn pagers and cell phones off; let the music of the opening voluntary quiet your thoughts as
you prepare for worship.
The Word of God
Opening Voluntary ~ Christ, unser herr, zum Jordan kam (Christ, our Lord, to the Jordan came)............ Dietrich Buxtehude
When the bell sounds, please stand and sing.
Processional Hymn #135 ~ Songs of thankfulness and praise......................................................................................Salzburg
Opening Acclamation
Celebrant Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
People
And blessed be his kingdom, now and for ever. Amen.
Collect for Purity
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.
Glory to God Gloria in excelsis
The Collect of the Day
Celebrant The Lord be with you.
People
And also with you.
Celebrant Let us pray.
Father in heaven, who at the baptism of Jesus in the River Jordan proclaimed him your beloved Son and anointed him
with the Holy Spirit: Grant that all who are baptized into his Name may keep the covenant they have made, and boldly
confess him as Lord and Savior; who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, in glory everlasting. Amen.
The First Lesson ~ Genesis 1:1-5
In the beginning when God created the heavens and the earth, the earth was a formless void and darkness covered the face
of the deep, while a wind from God swept over the face of the waters. Then God said, “Let there be light”; and there was
light. And God saw that the light was good; and God separated the light from the darkness. God called the light Day, and
the darkness he called Night. And there was evening and there was morning, the first day.
Lector The Word of the Lord.
People Thanks be to God.
Psalm 29 Afferte Domino (Please join in singing the refrain.)
1 Ascribe to the LORD, you gods, *
ascribe to the LORD glory and strength.
2 Ascribe to the LORD the glory due his Name; *
worship the LORD in the beauty of holiness. [Refrain]
3 The voice of the LORD is upon the waters;
the God of glory thunders; *
the LORD is upon the mighty waters.
4 The voice of the LORD is a powerful voice; *
the voice of the LORD is a voice of splendor.
5 The voice of the LORD breaks the cedar trees; *
the LORD breaks the cedars of Lebanon; [Refrain]
6 He makes Lebanon skip like a calf, *
and Mount Hermon like a young wild ox.
7 The voice of the LORD splits the flames of fire;
the voice of the LORD shakes the wilderness; *
the LORD shakes the wilderness of Kadesh. [Refrain]
8 The voice of the LORD makes the oak trees writhe *
and strips the forests bare.
9 And in the temple of the LORD *
all are crying, “Glory!” [Refrain]
10 The LORD sits enthroned above the flood; *
the LORD sits enthroned as King for evermore.
11 The LORD shall give strength to his people; *
the LORD shall give his people the blessing of peace. [Refrain]
The Second Lesson ~ Acts 19:1-7
While Apollos was in Corinth, Paul passed through the interior regions and came to Ephesus, where he found some
disciples. He said to them, “Did you receive the Holy Spirit when you became believers?” They replied, “No, we have not
even heard that there is a Holy Spirit.” Then he said, “Into what then were you baptized?” They answered, “Into John’s
baptism.” Paul said, “John baptized with the baptism of repentance, telling the people to believe in the one who was to
come after him, that is, in Jesus.” On hearing this, they were baptized in the name of the Lord Jesus. When Paul had laid
his hands on them, the Holy Spirit came upon them, and they spoke in tongues and prophesied-- altogether there were
about twelve of them.
Lector The Word of the Lord.
People Thanks be to God.
Please stand and sing
Alleluia & Verse
V. The Word was made flesh and dwelt among us,
full of grace and truth. [Alleluia]
The Holy Gospel ~ Mark 1:4-11
Deacon The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Mark.
People Glory to you, Lord Christ.
John the baptizer appeared in the wilderness, proclaiming a baptism of repentance for the forgiveness of sins. And people
from the whole Judean countryside and all the people of Jerusalem were going out to him, and were baptized by him in
the river Jordan, confessing their sins. Now John was clothed with camel’s hair, with a leather belt around his waist, and
he ate locusts and wild honey. He proclaimed, “The one who is more powerful than I is coming after me; I am not worthy
to stoop down and untie the thong of his sandals. I have baptized you with water; but he will baptize you with the Holy
Spirit.” In those days Jesus came from Nazareth of Galilee and was baptized by John in the Jordan. And just as he was
coming up out of the water, he saw the heavens torn apart and the Spirit descending like a dove on him. And a voice came
from heaven, “You are my Son, the Beloved; with you I am well pleased.”
Deacon The Gospel of the Lord.
People Praise to you, Lord Christ.
All children nine years and younger are invited to participate in our Children’s Service of the Word. Children who are guests and parents are always welcome
– just follow the procession and the adult leader into the Chapel after the Gospel reading. The group returns at the Peace.
The Sermon
A period of silence.
The Renewal of Baptismal Vows
Prayer Book, Page 292
Prayers of the People, Form IV Prayer Book, Page 388
The Peace
Celebrant The peace of the Lord be always with you.
People And also with you.
The Liturgy of the Table
Anthem
1.Tomorrow shall be my dancing day: 2.
I would my true love did so chance To see the legend of my play, To call my true love to my dance: Sing O my love, This have I done for my true love. Then was I born of a virgin pure,
Of her I took fleshly substance;
Thus was I knit to man’s nature,
To call my true love to my dance:
Sing O my love, This have I done for my true love.
3.In a manger laid and wrapped I was,
4.
So very poor this was my chance,
Betwixt an ox and a silly poor ass,
To call my true love to my dance:
Sing O my love, This have I done for my true love.
Then afterwards baptized I was;
The Holy Ghost on me did glance,
My Father’s voice heard from above,
To call my true love to my dance:
Sing O my love, This have I done for my true love.
Words: Traditional
Music: John Gardner (1917-2011)
Please stand and sing
Offertory Hymn #121 ~ Christ, when for us you were baptized.................................................................................Caithness
The Great Thanksgiving ~ Eucharistic Prayer B Prayer Book, Page 367
Sursum Corda
The Proper Preface
Sanctus and Benedictus
(Standing or Kneeling)
The Eucharistic Canon Prayer Book, Page 368
Memorial Acclamation (said by all) We remember his death.
We proclaim his resurrection.
We await his coming in glory.
Prayer Book, Page 368
The Great Amen
The Lord’s Prayer Prayer Book, Page 364
The Breaking of the Bread
The Fraction Anthem
The Invitation to and Distribution of Holy Communion
All persons are welcome at the Lord’s table; to receive Holy Communion or a Blessing. Baptized Christians of all ages and denomination may
receive the elements. To receive a blessing rather than the elements, cross your arms over your chest as you kneel at the altar rail. To receive communion please hold out your crossed hands, open palms up, for the bread, and then help guide the chalice to your lips to receive the wine; cross
your arms over your chest if you do not wish to receive the wine. Please blot lipstick before drinking from the chalice. You may also allow the
chalice minister to dip the bread into the wine and place it on your tongue and it is permissible to receive only the bread if you like.
To receive an individual prayer of healing with anointing (Unction), go to the chapel after you receive Communion.
Kneel as you are able at the altar rail in the chapel leaving some space between you and the next person for privacy.
Return to the cathedral after the priest has prayed with you.
During Communion #S 223 ~ Arise, shine Surge, illuminare
Please join in singing
Hymn #448 ~ O love, how deep, how broad, how high.............................................................................. Deus tuorum militum
Post-Communion Prayer Prayer Book, Page 365/366
The Blessing
Welcome and Announcements
Hymn #616 ~ Hail to the Lord’s Anointed...................................................................................... Es flog ein kleins Waldvögelein
The Dismissal
People Thanks be to God.
Closing Voluntary
The altar flowers are given to the glory of God
in loving memory of Roy A. Nichols, Jr.
Please Join Us For Coffee Hour – Immediately following this service we gather in Stuart Hall for refreshments and
conversation; all are invited to attend. Use the exit at the front of the cathedral next to the organ pipes, turn left to access the
hallway, and then follow the long hallway to the right; Stuart Hall is on the right. Guests are especially welcome.
Copyrights
Psalm & Alleluia
From Gradual Psalms for the RCL, ed. Bruce E. Ford, Church Publishing Incorporated.
Mass
Setting by Robert Powell (b. 1932)
Gloria & Sanctus reprinted from The Hymnal 1982. Christ our Passover reprinted under Onelicense.net #712212.
Announcements
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The Bible Challenge continues: Come join the discussion of your continuing reading of Scripture; 11:30 this morning in the
Westfeld room. Facilitator, Dick Moreland. Today we will be discuss Jeremiah 1-6.
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Gratitude Centered Yoga – Wednesday January 7th 6:30pm in the Cathedral. This will be a 75-minute gentle, movementbased class in which participants will learn to incorporate intention and breath into each pose. Class will begin with a seated
meditation focused on the power of gratitude. Meditation will be followed by simple yoga postures, breathing exercises and
stretches. Class will end with an extended Relaxation Pose. ALL levels of yogis are welcome, including beginners. If you
have any props you like to use, you are welcome to bring them with you. Cost: FREE. Donations are welcomed but are not
required. What to wear: Comfortable, layered clothing. What to bring: A mat and a small hand towel.
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Seeking God in a Frantic Culture ~ Wednesdays in January 2015. William Thiele, the founder of the School for Contemplative Living, will lead a four to six week discussion of how we can best look for God in today’s hurly-burly world. The text will
be his book, Monks in the World: Seeking God in a Frantic Culture. The group will meet at Advent House on Wednesdays
in January and possibly February (January 7, 14, 21, and 28; February 4 and 11). Meetings will start at 10:30 A.M. and
end at 12:00 noon. For information contact Dick Moreland at 301-537-1065, [email protected], or William Thiele
at [email protected].
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Save the dates:
Welcome Wednesdays Pot luck supper and program, Wednesday, January 21 at 6:00 PM
Mardi gras Sunday, February 15 - the sung Holy Eucharist begins an hour early (9:00 AM!)
Ash Wednesday Services - 7:30 AM (Spoken), 12:15 PM (Sung), 6:00 PM (Sung).
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Centering Prayer on Saturdays 9:30 - 11:00 at Advent House facilitated by Deacon Maggie Dawson. For information, contact Deacon Dawson at 504-837-0877, [email protected] or Dick Moreland at 301-537-1065, [email protected].
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The Gardening Group meets every third Saturday of the month from 8am to 10am in an attempt to beautify and maintain
the gardens. The next gathering is scheduled for February 21. Everyone is invited. Your help is appreciated.
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Donors needed for Altar Flowers in Cathedral and Chapel - Please sign up today or for more information, contact Sue
Blankingship - phone 885-0773 or [email protected].
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Please consider hosting Coffee Hour after a 10:00 AM Sunday Eucharist. This is a vital part of our ministry. The sign-up sheet
is in Stuart Hall.
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If you or a family member is hospitalized or shut-in, please contact the parish secretary during office hours or call one of
us directly on our mobile phones at any time and leave a voice message if necessary. If the situation is not urgent you may
also contact use via email (copying the parish secretary as well.) Please DO NOT use text messages, Facebook or any other
instant message platform to communicate sensitive or urgent information, as their reliability is inconsistent.
JANUARY 11, 2015 – FIRST SUNDAY AFTER THE EPIPHANY
THE BAPTISM OF OUR LORD
The Feast of the Baptism of Our Lord is celebrated each year on the Sunday following the Feast of the Epiphany on January
6. The event of Christ’s baptism is recorded in all four gospel accounts:
“In those days Jesus came from Nazareth of Galilee and was baptized by John in the Jordan. And just as he was coming up out
of the water, he saw the heavens torn apart and the Spirit descending like a dove on him. And a voice came from heaven, ‘You
are my Son, the Beloved; with you I am well pleased’” (Mark 1:9-11).
“Now when all the people were baptized, and when Jesus also had been baptized and was praying, the heaven was opened, and
the Holy Spirit descended upon him in bodily form like a dove. And a voice came from heaven, ‘You are my Son, the Beloved;
with you I am well pleased’” (Luke 3:21-22).
“The next day he saw Jesus coming towards
him and declared, ‘Here is the Lamb of God
who takes away the sin of the world! This
is he of whom I said, “After me comes a
man who ranks ahead of me because he was
before me.” I myself did not know him; but
I came baptizing with water for this reason,
that he might be revealed to Israel.’ And
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(John 1:29-34).
“Then Jesus came from Galilee to John at the
Jordan, to be baptized by him. John would
have prevented him, saying, ‘I need to be
baptized by you, and do you come to me?’
But Jesus answered him, ‘Let it be so now;
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all righteousness.’ Then he consented. And
when Jesus had been baptized, just as he
came up from the water, suddenly the heavens were opened to him and he saw the Spirit
of God descending like a dove and alighting
on him. And a voice from heaven said, ‘This
is my Son, the Beloved, with whom I am
well pleased’” (Matthew 3:13-17).
“Baptism of Jesus,” fresco by Giotto’s workshop, circa 1349, on the vault of the Presbitery
in the church of the former Abbey at Viboldone, Milan, Italy.
(Photo by Giovanni Dall’Orto)
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Episcopal Diocese of Louisiana
The Right Reverend Morris K. Thompson, Jr., Bishop
Christ Church Cathedral
The Very Reverend David A. duPlantier, Dean
The Reverend Steven M. Roberts, Canon
The Reverend W. Gedge Gayle, Jr., Priest Associate
The Reverend Travers C. Koerner, Priest Associate
The Venerable Priscilla G. Maumus, Deacon
The Reverend Bridget K. Tierney, Director of Advent House
Mr. Jarrett R. Follette, Canon Precentor
Ms. Lisa Wilkie, Parish Administrator
Ms. Carol Butcher, Executive Assistant to the Dean
Ms. Suzette Follette,
Parish Secretary & Wedding Coordinator
Vestry
2015
Jim Buck, Dick Moreland
Lisa Sibal, Bill Soileau
2016
Chris Beary (Treasurer), Sam Buckley (Secretary)
Julio Figueroa (Senior Warden)
2017
Mikey Corcoran, Sandy Jackson (Junior Warden)
Karen Whitfield
2018
Kendall Genre, Jesse George
Lawrence Marrione, Rick Mithun
The Week of January 11, 2015
7:30 AM
10:00 AM
11:15 AM
11:30 AM
5:00 PM
6:00 PM
Sunday
The Holy Eucharist (Chapel) (1928 BCP)
The Holy Eucharist, Rite II (Sung)
Coffee Hour
Christian Formation
Yoga (Chapel)
Real Presence
12:15 PM
1:00 PM
5:30 PM
6:00 PM
Monday
The Holy Eucharist
Book Club (Advent House)
Bodytime Bootcamp
Property Committee Meeting
9:30 AM
12:15 PM
5:00 PM
6:30 PM
Tuesday
Staff Meeting
The Holy Eucharist (Chapel)
Bodytime Bootcamp
Seekers Bible Study
10:30 AM
12:15 PM
1:00 PM
7:00 PM
Wednesday
Seeking God in a Frantic Culture
(Advent House)
The Holy Eucharist (Chapel)
Education for Ministry (EfM) (Westfeldt Room)
Choir Rehearsal
12:00 PM
12:15 PM
5:00 PM
6:30 PM
Thursday
Alcoholics Anonymous (Women Only)
The Holy Eucharist (Chapel)
Bodytime Bootcamp
Bible Study (led by Canon Roberts)
Friday
11:00 AM Dean’s Bible Study
12:15 PM The Holy Eucharist (Chapel)
6:00 PM Parents’ Night Out
Sunday Morning 10 AM Eucharist
Live Broadcast on WGSO 990 AM Radio.
Online streaming and downloadable
podcast at www.wgso.com
Broadcasts underwritten in part by
St. Martin’s Episcopal School.
9:00 AM
9:30 AM
9:30 AM
11:00 AM
Saturday
Office open until noon.
The Holy Eucharist (Chapel)
Centering Prayer (Advent House)
Morning Prayer - Racial Reconciliation
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