May 10, 2015
10:30 AM
Sixth Sunday of Easter
Thought for the week
The following is from an email that Kathy Friend, sent to the Vestry about her reflections
after the Vestry Retreat held last weekend.
We are pleased to report that we held a very meaningful Vestry Retreat. All who
were present were enriched by one another; we gave of ourselves and received the
gifts we each bring to All Saints.
Thank you, Michael, for your omnipresent organizational skills and for helping us to
dot our i's and cross our t's. I know apostrophes don't belong in those places but we
did it anyway.
Fr. Hugh, thank you for leading us on a wonderful discovery of what we value
about All Saints and the omnipresent gifts we give to one another. Our talents, our
"ministries" and the unique ways we each try to live out our Baptismal covenants
served to remind us of why we love one another, support one another and we were
reminded to celebrate the amazing blessings we give to All Saints individually and
as a vestry. We discovered anew, the joy in being together as the living body of
Christ.
I'm not sure how we can ever thank the Transition Task Force enough and,
especially, Chuck Dinsmore, Barbara Price and Bill Peters for their work during this
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time of transition, reflection, challenge, and renewal. Their Saturday workshop
helped us to define what is most important to the congregation and what we, as the
Vestry, can do to help restore, refresh and renew our congregation as living members
of the body of Christ. Chuck will share more with us about the action plans that we
agreed should be priorities for the Vestry. We should do what vestries do best - lead and help the Congregation to run the football to the goalpost.
Our Saturday afternoon session was about "if money was no object" what would we
want. If money IS an object, what things are priorities and what things are not? What
are our duties, fiduciary responsibilities and mandates as a Vestry to move from
"pending" to "in progress" and "accomplished"? We defined our priorities, put verbs
in our sentences and determined, to a person, what we would like our next steps to
be. We achieved a level of consensus that is extraordinary for a Vestry of such
disparate interests.
Which brings me to this moment:
There is a special meeting of the Vestry for Thursday, May 7th at 6:30pm so that
those who were present and those who were not, can discuss together the way
forward and VOTE on a matter of importance for today and the future. It will be a
seminal meeting in which we will discuss and vote on the way forward.
Personal gratitude to each member of the Vestry, whether present or absent, for the
retreat, for your ministries and for the extraordinary gifts you bring to All Saints. You
are the face of Christ in more ways that you can imagine.
Thanks be to God,
Kathy Friend, Senior Warden
WEDNESDAY HEALING PRAYER WITH EUCHARIST
COMMEMORATION OF ASCENSION DAY
Wednesday May 13, 12:05 p.m. St. Luke's Chapel (use side door by the kitchen)
Many are asked to remember others, especially for healing, in our prayers. All are
invited to join together at this service for a healing laying-on-of-hands, anointing,
and prayer for others or our selves. These prayers become our Eucharistic offering
as we celebrate together in our lovely St Luke's Chapel.
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May 10, 2015
10:30 AM
Sixth Sunday of Easter
HOLY EUCHARIST, RITE II
VOLUNTARY Prière à Notre Dame ~ Suite Gothique, Op. 25
BCP 355
Léon Boëllmann (1862-1897)
PROCESSIONAL HYMN 412 Earth and all stars, loud rushing planets
Earth and All Stars
THE WORD OF GOD
Celebrant
Alleluia. Christ has risen.
People
The Lord is risen indeed. Alleluia.
Celebrant
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.
Hymnal, S-280
A SONG OF PRAISE
Glory to God
Glory to God in the highest,
and peace to his people on earth.
Lord God, heavenly King, almighty God and Father,
we worship you, we give you thanks,
we praise you for your glory.
Lord Jesus Christ, only Son of the Father,
Lord God, Lamb of God,
you take away the sin of the world:
have mercy on us;
you are seated at the right hand of the Father:
receive our prayer.
For you alone are the Holy One,
you alone are the Lord, you alone are the Most High,
Jesus Christ, with the Holy Spirit,
in the glory of God the Father. Amen.
THE COLLECT OF THE DAY
Celebrant
The Lord be with you.
People
And also with you.
Celebrant
Let us pray.
O God, you have prepared for those who love you such good things as surpass our
understanding: Pour into our hearts such love towards you, that we, loving you in all
things and above all things, may obtain your promises, which exceed all that we can
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desire; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy
Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
A READING FROM THE ACTS OF THE APOSTLES 10:44-48
While Peter was still speaking, the Holy Spirit fell upon all who heard the word. The
circumcised believers who had come with Peter were astounded that the gift of the
Holy Spirit had been poured out even on the Gentiles, for they heard them speaking
in tongues and extolling God. Then Peter said, "Can anyone withhold the water for
baptizing these people who have received the Holy Spirit just as we have?" So he
ordered them to be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ. Then they invited him to stay
for several days.
Reader
People
The Word of the Lord
Thanks be to God.
PSALM 98
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PSALM 98
A READING FROM 1 John 5:1-6
Everyone who believes that Jesus is the Christ has been born of God, and everyone
who loves the parent loves the child. By this we know that we love the children of
God, when we love God and obey his commandments. For the love of God is this,
that we obey his commandments. And his commandments are not burdensome, for
whatever is born of God conquers the world. And this is the victory that conquers the
world, our faith. Who is it that conquers the world but the one who believes that
Jesus is the Son of God?
This is the one who came by water and blood, Jesus Christ, not with the water only
but with the water and the blood. And the Spirit is the one that testifies, for the Spirit
is the truth.
Reader
The Word of the Lord.
People
Thanks be to God.
SEQUENCE Hymn 392
Come, we that love the Lord
The final verse is sung following the gospel reading
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Vineyard Haven
THE GOSPEL
Deacon
The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to John 15:9-17.
People
Glory to you, Lord Christ.
Jesus said to his disciples, "As the Father has loved me, so I have loved you; abide
in my love. If you keep my commandments, you will abide in my love, just as I
have kept my Father's commandments and abide in his love. I have said these
things to you so that my joy may be in you, and that your joy may be complete.
"This is my commandment, that you love one another as I have loved you. No one
has greater love than this, to lay down one's life for one's friends. You are my
friends if you do what I command you. I do not call you servants any longer,
because the servant does not know what the master is doing; but I have called you
friends, because I have made known to you everything that I have heard from my
Father. You did not choose me but I chose you. And I appointed you to go and bear
fruit, fruit that will last, so that the Father will give you whatever you ask him in
my name. I am giving you these commands so that you may love one another."
Reader
People
The Gospel of the Lord.
Praise to you, Lord Christ.
THE SERMON
The Reverend Hugh Tudor-Foley
THE NICENE CREED
BCP 358
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.
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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
Celebrant
Gracious and loving God, your Son Jesus has laid down his life and called
us his friends, and you have promised to give whatever we ask you in
Christ's name: Hear our prayers for the whole human family and for the
world, as we say: Sing to the Lord a new song, for he has done marvelous
things.
Intercessor Your Church is the community of those who believe that Jesus is the
Christ, and you have taught us that we have been born of God: Help us to
show our love for you, O God, by loving your children and thus fulfilling
Christ's command to us. Sing to the Lord a new song;
People
For he has done marvelous things.
Intercessor
You have shown your righteousness openly in the sight of the nations,
O Mighty One, and with your right hand and your holy arm have you
won for yourself the victory: Extend your dominion over all the earth and
imbue all in authority with your Spirit of love and compassion, that they
may serve the world in peace and justice. Sing to the Lord a new song;
People
For he has done marvelous things.
Intercessor
All creation witnesses to God's goodness; the sea and the lands, the rivers
and hills ring out with joy before the Lord: Bless and protect this world
and its fragile environment, and grant to all your children their necessities
for daily life and peaceful freedom from all that may threaten. Sing to the
Lord a new song;
People
For he has done marvelous things.
Intercessor
You have taught us to keep your commandments by abiding in your love,
O God: Bless our mothers on this special day and bless this community
with such faithfulness that your joy may be in us and that our joy may be
complete. Sing to the Lord a new song;
People
For he has done marvelous things.
Intercessor
Hear our prayers for our friends and for all who suffer, especially _(pause
for personal intentions). Accept our grateful thanksgivings as we lift up
our voice, rejoice and sing, especially for ___ (pause for personal
intentions). We entrust to your never failing victory those who have died,
especially ___ (pause for personal intentions). Let our faith in you witness
to the victory that conquers the world. Sing to the Lord a new song;
People
For he has done marvelous things.
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Almighty God, giver of every good gift: Look graciously on your
church, and so guide the minds and hearts of those who shall choose a
rector for All Saints that we may receive a faithful pastor and priest who
will join us in ministry in our parish, town and diocese through Jesus
Christ Our Lord. Amen.
Celebrant
Blessed One, you have loved us, chosen us and appointed us to go and
bear fruit, fruit that will last: Honor the faithful prayers of your people,
that all the earth may abide in your love and know the joy of your
friendship, through Jesus Christ our Savior, who with you and Holy
Spirit, lives and reigns one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
CONFESSION OF SIN
People
The Officiant says
Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.
Silence may be kept. The congregation may stand or kneel.
Minister and People
Most merciful God,
we confess that we have sinned against you
in thought, word, and deed,
by what we have done,
and by what we have left undone.
We have not loved you with our whole heart;
we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.
We are truly sorry and we
humbly repent.
For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,
have mercy on us and forgive us;
that we may delight in your will,
and walk in your ways,
to the glory of your Name. Amen.
A Priest, stands and says
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
Celebrant
The peace of the Lord be always with you.
People
And also with you.
The Ministers and People greet one another in the name of the Lord.
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THE HOLY COMMUNION
The Holy Eucharist, Prayer A
BCP 361
th
OFFERTORY ANTHEM: Joy is come 14 century German melody, arr. Andrew Carter
(B. 1939)
Joy is come! Eastertide! Sing we all far and wide, see the stone rolled aside,
Christ our Lord is risen, Bursting from his prison.
Let the sound, ring around, Christ the Lord is risen!
Joy is come! Easter Day! Join the dance, homage pay, Christ the Lord lights our way,
From the tomb now breaking, Satan’s power shaking.
Let the song, shout it loud, sing it strong: Christ the Lord is risen!
Joy is come! Easter morn! With your Lord greet the dawn, He endured crown of thorn
And the bitter nailing, faithful and unfailing.
Tidings tell, Chant it well, Risen Christ in us dwell, o’er the cross prevailing.
Easter joy may we bring, welcome, Lord, heaven’s King, Winter turns into spring,
Darkness overtaking, and our spirits waking.
Praises flow, voices grow, sounding far “Gloria in excelsis Deo!”
OFFERTORY Hymn 291
We plow the fields, and scatter
Wir pflugen
The people remain standing.
THE GREAT THANKSGIVING
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 God thanks and praise.
The Celebrant proceeds
It is right, and a good and joyful thing, always and everywhere to give thanks to
you, Father Almighty, Creator of heaven and earth. But chiefly are we bound to
praise you for the glorious resurrection of your Son Jesus Christ our Lord; for he is
the true Paschal Lamb, who was sacrificed for us, and has taken away the sin of
the world. By his death he has destroyed death, and by his rising to life again he
has won for us everlasting life. 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:
Celebrant and People
Hymnal, S-125
Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might,
heaven and earth are full of your glory.
Hosanna in the highest. Hosanna in the highest.
Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord.
Hosanna in the highest. Hosanna in the highest.
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The people stand or kneel. Then the Celebrant 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:
Celebrant and People
Christ has died.
Christ is risen.
Christ will come again.
The Celebrant 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.
THE LORD’S PRAYER
And now, as our Savior Christ has taught us, we are bold to say,
People and Celebrant
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.
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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
FRACTION ANTHEM
Celebrant and People
Alleluia. Christ our Passover is sacrificed for us.
Therefore let us keep the feast. Alleluia.
S-155
The people immediately come forward to receive Communion. All people are welcome.
The Celebrant says the following Invitation
The Gifts of God for the People of God.
COMMUNION CHANT
Ave Maria
Jacob Arcadelt (c. 1505-1568)
Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee; blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy
womb, Jesus [Christ]. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death.
Amen.
COMMUNION HYMN 705 As those of old their first fruits brought
POST COMMUNION PRAYER
Forest Green
Celebrant
Let us pray.
Celebrant and People
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.
SENDING FORTH OF THE LAY EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS
Priest
N. (and N.) we send you out to share Communion this week with N.
(and N.)
People
May you carry the prayers of all of us as you take this sacrament of
Christ’s presence.
Priest
May those who receive it from you be strengthened and encouraged in
that community we have together in our Lord Jesus Christ. Amen.
THE BLESSING
The priest blesses the people.
RECESSIONAL HYMN 657
Celebrant
People
Love divine, all loves excelling
Hyfrydol
Go in peace to love and serve the Lord. Alleluia! Alleluia!
Thanks be to God. Alleluia! Alleluia!
VOLUNTARY
Toccata ~ Suite Gothique
Léon Boëllmann (1862-1897)
Please join us for coffee in the Jensen Courtyard.
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Outreach Opportunities
Volunteers Needed for Beds Around the Altar (May 18 - 23)
There are families in our county that have encountered issues in their lives, which
have currently left them without a place to live. Hope South Florida is an
organization that works with families who are awaiting space availability in a
family shelter. While they are in transition, All Saints is one of many area churches
that open up their spiritual home on a regular basis to help these families. During
the week, volunteers play an essential role in helping the families cope during their
evening stay. Individuals or families prepare a meal and visit with the families. Two
chaperones spend the night to provide a reassuring & safe environment. The
families are comforted knowing there is loving support for them in a Christian
community.
The next week we will be hosting this wonderful opportunity of Christian
outreach is the week of May 18-23. We are coordinating volunteers to bring
evening meals to feed the families at 5:30 pm and chaperones to be on-site
overnight with the families from 7 pm until 6 am in the church sanctuary. It is an
awesome and rewarding feeling when you are able to help out families in this
critical situation. For more info or to volunteer, contact Jeff Miller 954-770-4200,
[email protected]
Donations for the Food Pantry at St. Ambrose
Each Sunday at the offertory, the elements for the Eucharist are brought to the altar
along with bags of donated food and groceries for the Food Pantry at St. Ambrose.
These are given by our generous parishioners to help those who are in need to feed
their families. We have reusable bags in the narthex that you can pick up as you are
leaving each Sunday and return them filled with items the next week. Staples such
as beans, rice, cereals, salt and pepper, can goods, are always appreciated..
A BIG THANKS to everyone for supporting Outreach at All Saints!
Calling all graduating high school and college students.
We are extending a special invitation to all of our graduating high school
and college students to be honored at the Sunday, May 24th service at 10:30 a.m.
Please contact Lou at [email protected] to ensure that everyone is included in our
recognition.
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The Altar Flowers this week are given to the Glory of God
And in memory of
Virginia Gamble, Edythe Morris, Kathleen Slappey, Evelyn Ferguson,
Mary Hanks, Katherine Blessing, Corwin Laurence, Parker Breen,
Helen Charlton, Virginia Clements, Grace Eckel, Jane Elliott, Maureen Geraty,
Ridgeley Gilroy, Kitty Harrison, Mary Nelson, Betty Sears, Stephanie Leeby,
Leona Barber, Miriam Braune, Gevie Windle, Frances McClain,
Liz Carpenter, Jane Platt, Lois Shoup, Rebecca Stanley,
Margaret Anderson, Lucy Moses, Jane Schneider, Tom David,
Larry Shields, Beth Titterton, Judy Frazer and Jimmy Cooper.
By the All Saints Altar Guild
The Sanctuary Candle is given to the Glory of God
by the people of All Saints Episcopal Church
CELEBRATING THIS WEEK: May 10-16
Birthdays
Jan Rogozinski, John Wolfe, David Peters, Henry Richeson, Joan Van Ness,
Isabella Ramirez, Carol Finlayson, George Hess, Thom Holland,
Winnie O’Connor, Faye Kartrude, Rick Dunton, Maria Mallow
Anniversaries
Alex and Christopher Garcia-Halenar, Bill and Alex Hauser
LAST WEEK’S CONTRIBUTIONS: May 3, 2015
Pledge
$ 3,464.00
T.R.U.E.
$
Plate
$ 937.00
Flowers/Candle $
This Week
Mon-Fri
8:00 AM
Mon. 5/11
6:30 PM
Wed. 5/13 12:00 Noon
12:05 PM
6:30 PM
Easier Softer Way (AA Meeting)
EFM Class
Weekly Ecomm & Bulletin Deadline
Holy Eucharist with Healing
EFM Class
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70.00
115.00
Narthex
River Room
All Saints
St. Luke’s
River Room
Journey to Faith: An Inquirer's Answers to the Episcopal Church
Come join us as we explore this informative series about your Journey in the
Episcopal Church. We try to answer all of those nagging questions about "why do
we do that?" The remaining sessions include: The Council of Nicea and A History of
Anglicanism (5/10), Book of Common Prayer & The Sacraments (5/17), World
Religions (5/24), Baptismal Covenant (5/31), and Pain to Power: Faith in Action
(6/7).
Class meets on Sunday morning, 9-10:15, through June 7th, in Neaverson Chapel.
Please email Deacon Jon Owens, [email protected] or call 510-289-9407 –orChuck Dinsmore, [email protected] or call 954-261-4496, for further
information. Open to all ages.
CONFIRMATION/RECEPTION: On June 14, we welcome our newly consecrated
Bishop Coadjutor, The Very Reverend Peter Eaton, to All Saints. If you wish to
be confirmed, received, or reaffirmed by our new Bishop, this class is highly
recommended.
If you choose to reaffirm your vows on June 14 but do not participate in the class,
please contact Fr. Hugh.
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PADDLE UP THE HIMMARSHEE CANAL
All Saints is supporting the Paddle Up event which is being held today, May 10th.
The Paddlers will launching from the All Saints’ docks and continuing down the
canal along the Trade Post route.
Volunteers are needed to help with hospitality, registration, serving beverages and
food.
The event runs from 2 – 5 pm and they are looking for volunteers to work a 2 hour
shift from 1:30-3:30 or 3:30-5:30.
If you are interested, please meet by the dock at 1:30 or 3:30. Contact the office if
you have questions.
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