Prelude: Salzburg Jean Pasquet 1 Hallelujah! How good it is to sing praises to our God! * how pleasant it is to honor him with praise! 2 The LORD rebuilds Jerusalem; * he gathers the exiles of Israel. Hymn In Procession (10 AM): 135 Songs of thankfulness and praise (Salzburg) The Collect of the Day Set us free, O God, from the bondage of our sins, and give us the liberty of that abundant life which you have made known to us in your Son our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen. The Lessons The First Lesson Isaiah 40:21–31 Have you not known? Have you not heard? Has it not been told you from the beginning? Have you not understood from the foundations of the earth? It is he who sits above the circle of the earth, and its inhabitants are like grasshoppers; who stretches out the heavens like a curtain, and spreads them like a tent to live in; who brings princes to naught, and makes the rulers of the earth as nothing. Scarcely are they planted, scarcely sown, scarcely has their stem taken root in the earth, when he blows upon them, and they wither, and the tempest carries them off like stubble. To whom then will you compare me, or who is my equal? says the Holy One. Lift up your eyes on high and see: Who created these? He who brings out their host and numbers them, calling them all by name; because he is great in strength, mighty in power, not one is missing. Why do you say, O Jacob,and speak, O Israel,” My way is hidden from the LORD, and my right is disregarded by my God”? Have you not known? Have you not heard? The LORD is the everlasting God, the Creator of the ends of the earth. He does not faint or grow weary; his understanding is unsearchable. He gives power to the faint,and strengthens the powerless. Even youths will faint and be weary, and the young will fall exhausted; but those who wait for the LORD shall renew their strength, they shall mount up with wings like eagles, they shall run and not be weary, they shall walk and not faint. Reader People The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. that I might win those under the law. To those outside the law I became as one outside the law (though I am not free from God’s law but am under Christ’s law) so that I might win those outside the law. To the weak I became weak, so that I might win the weak. I have become all things to all people, that I might by all means save some. I do it all for the sake of the gospel, so that I may share in its blessings. Congregation Antiphon 3 He heals the brokenhearted * and binds up their wounds. 4 He counts the number of the stars * and calls them all by their names. Reader People Sequence Hymn (8 AM) 135 Songs of thankfulness and praise (Salzburg) (10 AM) 774 From miles around the sick ones came (Tucker) Congregation Antiphon 5 6 Celebrant People Great is our LORD and mighty in power; * there is no limit to his wisdom. 8 He covers the heavens with clouds * and prepares rain for the earth; Congregation Antiphon 9 He makes grass to grow upon the mountains * and green plants to serve mankind. 10 Heprovidesfoodforflocksandherds* and for the young ravens when they cry. Congregation Antiphon 11 He is not impressed by the might of a horse; * he has no pleasure in the strength of a man; Psalm 147:1–12, 21c 12 But the LORD has pleasure in those who fear him, * in those who await his gracious favor. The Psalm is said at 8 AM and sung antiphonally with the choir at 10 AM. 21c Hallelujah! Choir Antiphon Congregation Antiphon Congregation Antiphon The Second Lesson Mark 1:29-39 Jesus left the synagogue at Capernaum, and entered the house of Simon and Andrew, with James and John. Now Simon’s mother-in-law was in bed with a fever, and they told him about her at once. He came and took her by the hand and lifted her up. Then the fever left her, and she began to serve them. That evening, at sundown, they brought to him all who were sick or possessed with demons. And the whole city was gathered around the door. And he cured many who were sick with various diseases, and cast out many demons; and he would not permit the demons to speak, because they knew him. In the morning, while it was still very dark, he got up and went out to a deserted place, and there he prayed. And Simon and his companions hunted for him. When they found him, they said to him, “Everyone is searching for you.” He answered, “Let us go on to the neighboring towns, so that I may proclaim the message there also; for that is what I came out to do.” And he went throughout Galilee, proclaiming the message in their synagogues and casting out demons. Congregation Antiphon Sing to the LORD with thanksgiving; * make music to our God upon the harp. The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Mark. Glory to you, Lord Christ. The Gospel of the Lord The LORD lifts up the lowly, * but casts the wicked to the ground. 7 The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. Celebrant People The Gospel of the Lord. Praise to you, Lord Christ. The Sermon The Rev. Leslie J. Hague Organ Offertory (8 AM) Prelude Communion Anthem (10 AM) Heart’s Adoration 1 Corinthians 9:16–23 If I proclaim the gospel, this gives me no ground for boasting, for an obligation is laid on me, and woe to me if I do not proclaim the gospel! For if I do this of my own will, I have a reward; but if not of my own will, I am entrusted with a commission. What then is my reward? Just this: that in my proclamation I may make the gospel free of charge, so as not to make full use of my rights in the gospel. For though I am free with respect to all, I have made myself a slave to all, so that I might win more of them. To the Jews I became as a Jew, in order to win Jews. To those under the law I became as one under the law (though I myself am not under the law) so C. Hubert H. Parry Benedetto Marchello Communion Hymns (10 AM): 772 O Christ, the healer (Kedron) 773 Heal me, hands of Jesus (Sharpe) Hymn in Procession 423 Immortal, invisible, God only wise (St. Denio) Postlude: St. Denio Noël Goemanne The Bible texts of the Old Testament, Epistle and Gospel lessons are from the New Revised Standard Version Bible, copyright 1989 by the Division of Christian Education of the National Council of the Church of Christ in the USA, and used by permission. The Collects, Psalms and Canticles are from the Book of Common Prayer, 1979. Those Serving Today This week... Those who celebrate their birthday this week: Bruce Leighty, Charley Roberts, Wil Harkins, Rachel Reich and Steve Bennett. The Altar flowers are given to the glory of God. Announcements Outreach Envelope: ChildFund International Donations support Dery in Honduras, Gabriel in Brazil, Wilhelmina in Indonesia, Alonte in the USA, and Mailyn in the Philippines. Thank you. Lisa Harkins, Mission & Outreach Committee Outreach Basket: Towels and toiletries for the Arlington Street People’s Assistance Network (A-SPAN) Pilgrimage of the Passions: Spiritual Baking Pilgrimage of the Passions continues this Wed., Feb.11 at 7:30 PM with a fascinating, hands-on, presentation by Laura West on Spiritual Baking. We will hear how the ancient, life-giving practice of baking bread is actually a spiritual discipline. We will learn about communion bread as we make special bread to be used during communion for the Bishop’s visit. It promises to be a wonderful, fun, and holy evening…please join us! Lectors 8:00 AM 10:00 AM Lay Eucharistic Ministers 10:00 AM Acolytes 10:00 AM Ushers 8:00 AM 10:00 AM Welcoming Ministry 10:00 AM Altar Guild Nursing Home Ministry St. Clare Ministry Counters Chuck Weston Elizabeth Keys, Janet Hansen Linda Denson, Fran Field Chris Hume, Rick Hightower Paul Sullivan, Judy Sullivan Cindy Matlack, Tim Matlack Roberta Thibodaux Linda Denson Molly & Carole French, Katherine Spinney, Dave Wright (music) Sandra Phaup Vicki Barnett, Rick Hightower This Week at St. Michael’s Sunday, February 8, 2015 The Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany Welcome! It is always a joy to welcome in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ people new to St. Michael’s Church. We are glad to worship with you! The service today may be found in the Order of Worship booklet located in the pew racks; the hymns may be found in The Hymnal 1982 and Wonder, Love and Praise. All other information can be found in this Service Bulletin. In The Episcopal Church all baptised Christians are welcome at the Lord’s table to receive communion. Sun., Feb. 8 5 Epiphany 8:00 AM 10:00 AM 10:00 AM 10:45 AM 11:15 AM 4:00 PM Bishop’s Visitation, Feb. 15 Bishop Shannon Johnston will visiting on Feb. 15 during the 10:00 AM service. Please consider bringing an item for coffee hour that day to make the occasion special. Donations should be dropped off in the kitchen prior to the service. Please note: only one service will be held that day. Mon., Feb. 9 7:00 PM Parish Office closed Women of Wisdom Tue., Feb. 10 7:00 PM 7:30 PM Youth Choir rehearsal Finance Committee meeting Upcoming Events Mark the Beginning of Lent Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper: Feb. 17 from 6 –7 PM Wed., Feb. 11 7:30 PM Pilgrimage of the Passions Thu., Feb. 12 7:00 PM 7:30 PM Handbell Choir Rehearsal Adult Choir Rehearsal Mr. Carlos Marquina Fri., Feb. 13 11:00 AM 3:30 PM 8:30 PM Eucharistic Visit at Powhatan Bible Challenge & Beyond(ers) Al-Anon Ms. Melanie Monahan Ash Wednesday Services: Feb. 18, 7 AM & 7:30 PM, Holy Eucharist and Imposition of Ashes; Noon, Stations of the Cross and Imposition of Ashes Lenten Quiet Morning: St. Michael’s tradition of a Quiet Morning returns on Sat., Feb. 21, from 9 AM–noon, to provide an opportunity for spiritual reflection and growth at the start of Lent. Participants are invited to attend for as much or as little time as they wish during those hours. Sunday Morning Bible Study Returns to St. Michael’s Beginning Feb. 22 and continuing through Lent, there will be a Scripture discussion session each Sunday through Pentecost in the library between services. The discussions will be led by a wonderful team of parishioners including Anne Jacoby, Judy Andrews, Fran Field, Barb Adams and Sandra Phaup. Each Sunday the Scripture readings for the day will be discussed. This promises to be an exciting opportunity to ask questions, share views, and delve into the marvelous words of the Bible. The sessions will run from 9:10 to 9:50 AM each Sunday. Please grab a cup of coffee then join us in the library for some fabulous discussion! Reminder: The deadline for bulletin announcements is Thursday at noon. Sun., Feb. 15 Last Epiphany 10:00 AM 10:00 AM 10:45 AM 11:15 AM Contemplative Eucharist Holy Eucharist II & Annual Meeting Children’s Chapel Nursing Home Service at Potomac Sunday School Homeless Bagged Meal Preparation Service Bulletin Bishop Shannon’s Visitation Holy Eucharist II Children’s Chapel Nursing Home Service at Potomac Sunday School Readings for Next Sunday Please introduce yourself to us and let us welcome you at our Coffee Hour in the Parish Hall following the service. Yours in Christ, Leslie Hague+, Rector St. Michael’s Staff The Rev. Leslie J. Hague Rector The Rev. George M. Caldwell Priest Associate The Rev. Ann H. Truitt Priest Associate Mr. David W. Donaldson Organist & Choirmaster Sexton Mrs. Helen Hines Treasurer Director of Christian Education for Children & Youth Mrs. Carmen Blanco Fernandez Mrs. Lucy Jimenez Nursery Attendants St. Michael’s Vestry Class of 2015 Janet Hansen, Greg Hume (Senior Warden), Mick Sutter Class of 2016 Dan Botticello, Molly French, Laura West Class of 2017 Tad McCall, Karen Ruff, Alice Thomas (Register) 2 Kings 2:1–12 • Psalm 50:1–62 • Corinthians 4:3–6 • Mark 9:2–9 These websites can guide your thoughts about each week’s assigned readings (First Lesson, Psalm, Second Lesson and The Gospel). Many other commentaries are available, as are our priests and other ministers: • montreal.anglican.org/comments/ • rockies.net/~spirit/sermon.html (Click on Year B Sermons) St. Michael’s Episcopal Church 1132 N. Ivanhoe Street • Arlington, VA 22205-2445 703.241.2474 • [email protected] www.stmichaelsarlington.org
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