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T H E H O L Y E U C H A R I S TAnglican Standard Text 2019 ACNA Book of Common Prayer

The Feast of the Ascension

Men of Galilee, why gaze in wonder at the heavens? This Jesus whom you saw ascending into heaven will return as you saw Him go, alleluia.

Thank you for joining in worship of the Lord Jesus Christ at The Heart of Jesus Church! We seek to be a congregation that loves and serves God and our neighbor.

Our Worship: We worship in the tradition of the Book of Common Prayer, specifically the Anglican Standard Text 2019 ACNA Book of Common Prayer. Scripture readings are from the English Standard Version (ESV).

A Church for Families: All ages are welcome in our worship! We meet on Sundays at 10:00 A.M.

Holy Communion: All Christians baptized in the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit may receive Communion. If you do not wish to receive Communion, you may come forward for a blessing.

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Heart of Jesus Church is a member of the Anglican Church in North America, Arch Bishop Foley Beach presiding and the Diocese of Quincy, Bishop J. Alberto Morales, OSB, Fr David Byer Obl. SB, Priest in Charge

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Opening HymnThe Hymnal 1982 - #400 All creatures of our God and King (Verses 1,5,7)1  All creatures of our God and King, lift up your voices, let us sing: Alleluia, alleluia!Bright burning sun with golden beams, pale silver moon that gently gleams, O praise him, O praise him, Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia!

5  All you with mercy in your heart, forgiving others, take your part, O sing now: Alleluia!All you that pain and sorrow bear, praise God, and cast on him your care: O praise him, O praise him, Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia!

7  Let all things their creator bless, and worship him in humbleness, O praise him, Alleluia!Praise God the Father, praise the Son, and praise the Spirit, Three in One: O praise him, O praise him, Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia!

THE ACCLAMATIONCelebrant God has gone up with a shout,People the Lord with the sound of a trumpet.

THE GREETINGCelebrant Grace, mercy and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ be with you People and with your spirit.

Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, for forty days we have been celebrating with joyful hearts the resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ, his bursting from the tomb and his defeat of the power of sin and death. He appeared to his disciples many times and told them about the kingdom of God. Today we recall how he left this

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earth and returned to his Father, ascending into heaven to take his throne over all dominions and powers. Trusting in his reign over all creation, and submitting to his kingly yet loving rule, let us hear the story of his parting.

A reading from the Acts of the Apostles (1.4-11) While staying with them, he ordered them not to leave Jerusalem, but to wait there for the promise of the Father. ‘This’, he said, ‘is what you have heard from me; for John baptized with water, but you will be baptized with the Holy Spirit not many days from now.’ So when they had come together, they asked him, ‘Lord, is this the time when you will restore the kingdom to Israel?’ He replied, ‘It is not for you to know the times or periods that the Father has set by his own authority. But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.’ When he had said this, as they were watching, he was lifted up, and a cloud took him out of their sight. While he was going and they were gazing up towards heaven, suddenly two men in white robes stood by them. They said, ‘Men of Galilee, why do you stand looking up towards heaven? This Jesus, who has been taken up from you into heaven, will come in the same way as you saw him go into heaven.’

Celebrant Alleluia! Christ is risen!People The Lord is risen indeed, alleluia!

THE COLLECT FOR PURITY

The Celebrant and People pray

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.Celebrant Hear what our Lord Jesus Christ says:You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. This is the first and great commandment. And the second is like it: You shall love your

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neighbor as yourself. On these two commandments depend all the Law and the Prophets.THE KYRIE

The Celebrant and People pray

Kyrie eleison. (Lord have mercy)Christe eleison. (Christ have mercy)Kyrie eleison. (Lord have mercy)

Seeing we have a great high priest who has passed through the heavens, Jesus the Son of God, let us offer him the praise worthy of his name.

Glory to God: Gloria in excelsis

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THE COLLECT OF THE DAY

The Celebrant says to the PeopleThe Lord be with you.People And with your spirit.Celebrant Let us pray.The Celebrant prays the Collect. Grant, we pray, almighty God, that as we believe your only-begotten Son our Lord Jesus Christ to have ascended into the heavens, so we in heart and mind may also ascend and with him continually dwell; who is alive and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

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A Reading from Daniel 7:9-14 English Standard Version (ESV)9 “As I looked, thrones were placed, and the Ancient of Days took his seat; his clothing was white as snow, and the hair of his head like pure wool; his throne was fiery flames; its wheels were burning fire. 10 A stream of fire issued and came out from before him; a thousand thousands served him, and ten thousand times ten thousand stood before him; the court sat in judgment, and the books were opened.11 “I looked then because of the sound of the great words that the horn was peaking. And as I looked, the beast was killed, and its body destroyed and given over to be burned with fire. 12 As for the rest of the beasts, their dominion was taken away, but their lives were prolonged for a season and a time. 13 “I saw in the night visions, and behold, with the clouds of heaven there came one like a son of man, and he came to the Ancient of Days and was presented before him. 14 And to him was given dominion and glory and a kingdom, that all peoples, nations, and languages should serve him; his dominion is an everlasting dominion, which shall not pass away, and his kingdom one that shall not be destroyed.

This is the Word of the Lord.People Thanks be to God.

Psalm 931 The Lord is king and has put on glorious apparel; the Lord has put on his glory and girded himself with strength.

2 He has made the whole world so sure that it cannot be moved.

3 Your throne has been established from of old; you are from everlasting.

4 The floods have lifted up, O Lord, the floods have lifted up their voice; the floods lift up their pounding waves.

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5 Mightier than the thunder of many waters, mightier than the breakers of the sea, the Lord on high is mightier.

6 Your testimonies are very sure; holiness adorns your house, O Lord, for ever.

All Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit; as it was in the beginning, is now, and shall be forever. Amen

A Reading from Ephesians 1:15-23 English Standard Version (ESV)15 For this reason, because I have heard of your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love toward all the saints, 16 I do not cease to give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers, 17 that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may give you the Spirit of wisdom and of revelation in the knowledge of him, 18 having the eyes of your hearts enlightened, that you may know what is the hope to which he has called you, what are the riches of his glorious inheritance in the saints, 19 and what is the immeasurable greatness of his power toward us who believe, according to the working of his great might 20 that he worked in Christ when he raised him from the dead and seated him at his right hand in the heavenly places, 21 far above all rule and authority and power and dominion, and above every name that is named, not only in this age but also in the one to come. 22 And he put all things under his feet and gave him as head over all things to the church, 23 which is his body, the fullness of him who fills all in all.This is the Word of the Lord.People Thanks be to God.

All standing, the Deacon or Priest reads the Gospel, first saying

The Lord be with you People and with your spirit.

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Hear the Holy Gospel of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ according to St. Luke.People Glory to you, Lord Jesus Christ.

44 Then he said to them, “These are my words that I spoke to you while I was still with you, that everything written about me in the Law of Moses and the Prophets and the Psalms must be fulfilled.” 45 Then he opened their minds to understand the Scriptures, 46 and said to them, “Thus it is written, that the Christ should suffer and on the third day rise from the dead, 47 and that repentance for[a] the forgiveness of sins should be proclaimed in his name to all nations, beginning from Jerusalem. 48 You are witnesses of these things. 49 And behold, I am sending the promise of my Father upon you. But stay in the city until you are clothed with power from on high.”50 And he led them out as far as Bethany, and lifting up his hands he blessed them. 51 While he blessed them, he parted from them and was carried up into heaven. 52 And they worshiped him and returned to Jerusalem with great joy, 53 and were continually in the temple blessing God. (Luke 24:44-53 ESV)This is the Gospel of the Lord.People Praise to you, Lord Jesus Christ.

THE SERMON

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THE NICENE CREEDThe Deacon or Celebrant saysLet us confess our faith in the words of the Nicene Creed:Celebrant and People

We believe in one God,the Father, the Almighty,maker of heaven and earth,of all that is, visible and invisible.

We believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ, the only-begotten 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, was incarnate from the Holy Spirit and 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 heavenand 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], †

who with the Father and the Son is worshiped and glorified,

† The phrase “and the Son” (Latin filioque) is not in the original Greek text. See the resolution of the College of Bishops concerning the filioque in Documentary Foundations (page 768).

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who 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

The Deacon or other minister appointed says these prayers.Let us pray for the Church and for the world.Almighty and everliving God, we are taught by your holy Word to offer prayers and supplications and to give thanks for all people. We humbly ask you mercifully to receive our prayers. Inspire continually the universal Church with the spirit of truth, unity, and concord; and grant that all who confess your holy Name may agree in the truth of your holy Word, and live in unity and godly love.Silence

ReaderLord, in your mercy:People Hear our prayer.We pray that you will lead the nations of the world in the way of righteousness; and so guide and direct their leaders, especially our President, Supreme Court and Congress, that your people may enjoy the blessings of freedom and peace. Grant that our leaders may impartially administer justice, uphold integrity and truth, restrain wickedness and vice, and protect true religion and virtue.Silence

ReaderLord, in your mercy:People Hear our prayer.Give grace, heavenly Father, to all Bishops, Priests, and Deacons, and especially to your servants the Most Rev. Dr. Foley Beach - Archbishop (ACNA); the Rt. Rev. J. Alberto Morales, OSB (Quincy IX); bishops Keith and Edward, retired; and the Rt. Rev. Kevin

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Allan. For All Karen Ministries; For Canon James & Susan Fosdick and the people of St. Mary of the Snows Church, Eagle River, WI; For the Believers Eastern Church – Bp. Tin Hmung Mor Andrew, Kalay, Myanmar; and for Fr. Soe Gay Moo and the people of St. Matthew/ St. Augustine; For Fr. Joseph, Fr. David and their wives Deacon Donna and Debbie and all the leaders of this and all our sister churches that by their life and teaching, they may proclaim your true and life-giving Word, and rightly and duly administer your holy Sacraments. And to all your people give your heavenly grace, especially to this Congregation, that with reverent and obedient hearts we may hear and receive your holy Word, and serve you in holiness and righteousness all the days of our lives.SilenceReaderLord, in your mercy:People Hear our prayer.

Prosper, we pray, all those who proclaim the Gospel of your kingdom throughout the world, and strengthen us to fulfill your great commission, making disciples of all nations, baptizing them and teaching them to obey all that you have commanded.SilenceReaderLord, in your mercy:People Hear our prayer.

We ask you in your goodness, O Lord, to comfort and sustain all who in this transitory life are in trouble, sorrow, need, sickness, or any other adversity [especially …….]SilenceReaderLord, in your mercy:People Hear our prayer.We remember before you all your servants who have departed this life in your faith and fear, [especially _____________,] that your will for them may be fulfilled; and we ask you to give us grace to

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follow the good examples of all your saints, that we may share with them in your heavenly kingdom.SilenceReaderLord, in your mercy:People Hear our prayer.Additional prayers may be added.God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and love and sound judgment. Let us walk and live in God’s wisdom asking for his help, and trusting in His mercy.

Almighty Lord, You are a strong tower for all who put their trust in You, whom all things in heaven, on earth and under the earth obey, be now and evermore our defense against the Corona virus and all forms of sickness; we implore you by your mighty power to intervene and eradicate the Corona virus. By your grace, assist and equip the public health officials, doctors, and government officials with wisdom and guidance. Heal the victims and comfort those who have lost loved-ones. Safeguard and preserve our brothers and sisters in Christ who are facing this virus right now throughout the world. Through Christ our Lord. Amen

The Celebrant concludes with this and/or some other appropriate Collect.

Heavenly Father, grant these our prayers for the sake of Jesus Christ, our only Mediator and Advocate, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.  Amen.

THE CONFESSION AND ABSOLUTION OF SINThe Deacon or other person appointed says the followingAll who truly and earnestly repent of your sins, and seek to live in love and charity with your neighbors, and intend to lead the new life, following the commandments of God, and walking in his holy ways: draw near with faith and make your humble confession to Almighty God.

Almighty God, Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, maker and judge of us all: We acknowledge and lament our many sins

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and offenses, which we have committed by thought, word, and deed against your divine majesty,provoking most justly your righteous anger against us. We are deeply sorry for these our transgressions; the burden of them is more than we can bear. Have mercy upon us, Have mercy upon us, most merciful Father; for your Son our Lord Jesus Christ’s sake, forgive us all that is past; and grant that we may evermore serve and please you in newness of life, to the honor and glory of your Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

The Bishop or Priest stands and saysAlmighty God, our heavenly Father, who in his great mercy has promised forgiveness of sins to all those who sincerely repent and with true faith turn to him, have mercy upon you, pardon and deliver you from all your sins, confirm and strengthen you in all goodness, and bring you to everlasting life; through Jesus Christ our Lord.  Amen.THE COMFORTABLE WORDSThe Celebrant may then say one or more of the following sentences, first sayingHear the Word of God to all who truly turn to him.

Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. MATTHEW 11:28God so loved the world, that he gave his only-begotten Son that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. JOHN 3:16The saying is trustworthy and deserving of full acceptance, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners. 1 TIMOTHY 1:15If anyone sins, we have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous. He is the propitiation for our sins, and not for ours only, but also for the sins of the whole world. 1 JOHN 2:1-2T

THE PEACECelebrant The risen Christ came and stood among his disciples and said, ‘Peace be with you.’ Then were they glad when they saw the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia. The Peace of the risen Lord be always with you.

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People And with your spirit.ANNOUNCEMENTSTHE OFFERTORYThe Hymnal 1982 - #214 Hail the day that sees him rise

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Praise God, from whom all blessings flow!Praise him, all creatures here below!Praise him above, ye heavenly host!Praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost! Amen.The celebrant praysMay all who are called to a place at your table follow in a way that leads to the unending feast of life [remembering especially ….].

Blessed are you, Lord God of all creation, for through your goodness we have received the bread we offer you: fruit of the earth and work of human hands, it will become for us the bread of life.All Blessed be God forever.The celebrant praysBlessed are you, Lord God of all creation, for through your goodness we have received the wine we offer you: fruit of the vine and work of human hands, it will become our spiritual drink.All Blessed be God forever.The celebrant praysWith humble spirit and contrite heart may we be accepted by you, O Lord, and may our sacrifice of praise and thanksgiving in your sight this day be pleasing to you, O Lord our God.All Blessed be God forever.

THE SURSUM CORDAThe People remain standing.

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Celebrant The Lord be with you.People And with your spirit.

Celebrant Lift up your hearts.People We lift them up to the Lord.

Celebrant Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.People It is right to give him thanks and praise.

The Celebrant continuesIt is right, our duty and our joy, always and everywhere to give thanks to you, Father Almighty, Creator of heaven and earth; Through your dearly beloved Son Jesus Christ our Lord, who after his most glorious resurrection appeared to his Apostles, and in their sight ascended into heaven to prepare a place for us; that where he is, there we might also ascend, and reign with him in glory. 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:THE SANCTUS

Celebrant and People

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THE PRAYER OF CONSECRATION

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The Celebrant continues

All praise and glory is yours, O God our heavenly Father, for in your tender mercy, you gave your only Son Jesus Christ to suffer death upon the Cross for our redemption. He made there, by his one oblation of himself once offered, a full, perfect, and sufficient sacrifice, oblation, and satisfaction, for the sins of the whole world; and he instituted, and in his Holy Gospel commanded us to continue, a perpetual memory of his precious death and sacrifice, until his coming again.So now, O merciful Father, in your great goodness, we ask you to bless and sanctify, with your Word and Holy Spirit, these gifts of bread and wine, that we, receiving them according to your Son our Savior Jesus Christ’s holy institution, in remembrance of his death and passion, may be partakers of his most blessed Body and Blood. At the following words concerning the bread, the Celebrant is to hold it, or lay a hand upon it, and here* may break the bread; and at the words concerning the cup, to hold or place a hand upon the cup and any other vessel containing the wine to be consecrated.For on the night that he was betrayed, our Lord Jesus Christ took bread; and when he had given thanks, he broke it, and gave it to his disciples, saying, “Take, eat; this is my Body, which is given for you: Do this in remembrance of me.”

Likewise, after supper, Jesus took the cup, and when he had given thanks, he gave it to them, saying, “Drink this, all of you; for 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 in remembrance of me.” ‡

Therefore, O Lord and heavenly Father, according to the institution of your dearly beloved Son our Savior Jesus Christ, we your humble servants celebrate and make here before your divine Majesty, with these holy gifts, the memorial your Son commanded us to make; remembering his blessed passion and precious death, his mighty resurrection and glorious ascension, and his promise to come again.

‡‡ In the 1662 Order, the Distribution of Communion occurs here. The Lord’s Prayer is then said. The remainder of the Prayer of Consecration follows the Lord’s Prayer as an alternative Post Communion Prayer.

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And we earnestly desire your fatherly goodness mercifully to accept this, our sacrifice of praise and thanksgiving; asking you to grant that, by the merits and death of your Son Jesus Christ, and through faith in his Blood, we and your whole Church may obtain forgiveness of our sins, and all other benefits of his passion.

And here we offer and present to you, O Lord, ourselves, our souls and bodies, to be a reasonable, holy, and living sacrifice. We humbly pray that all who partake of this Holy Communion may worthily receive the most precious Body and Blood of your Son Jesus Christ, be filled with your grace and heavenly benediction, and be made one body with him, that he may dwell in us, and we in him.

And although we are unworthy, because of our many sins, to offer you any sacrifice, yet we ask you to accept this duty and service we owe, not weighing our merits, but pardoning our offenses, through Jesus Christ our Lord.

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 forever.  Amen.THE LORD’S PRAYER

The Celebrant then says

And now as our Savior Christ has taught us, we are bold to pray:Celebrant and People together pray

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 FRACTION

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Celebrant Alleluia! Christ our Passover is sacrificed for us.People Therefore let us keep the feast. Alleluia! THE PRAYER OF HUMBLE ACCESS

We do not presume to come to this your table, O merciful Lord, trusting in our own righteousness, but in your abundant and great mercies. We are not worthy so much as to gather up the crumbs under your table;but you are the same Lord whose character is always to have mercy. Grant us, therefore, gracious Lord, so to eat the flesh of your dear Son Jesus Christ, and to drink his blood, that our sinful bodies may be made clean by his body, and our souls washed through his most precious blood, and that we may evermore dwell in him, and he in us.  Amen.

THE AGNUS DEI

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THE MINISTRATION OF COMMUNION

Behold the Lamb of God, behold him who takes away the sins of the world. Blessed are those who are invited to the marriage supper of the Lamb.

JOHN 1:29, REVELATION 19:9The Ministers and people receive the Sacrament.The Body and blood of our Lord Jesus Christ, [which was given for you, preserve your body and soul to everlasting life. Take and

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eat this in remembrance that Christ died for you, and feed on him in your heart by faith, with thanksgiving.]

Communion Hymn

Hosanna, hosanna, hosanna in the highestHosanna, hosanna, hosanna in the highest

Lord, we lift up Your name; With hearts full of praiseBe exalted, O Lord my God; Hosanna in the highest

Glory, glory, glory to the King of kingsGlory, glory, glory to the King of kings

Lord, we lift up Your name; With hearts full of praiseBe exalted, O Lord my God; Glory to the King of kings

Hosanna, hosanna, hosanna in the highestHosanna, hosanna, hosanna in the highest

Lord, we lift up Your name; With hearts full of praiseBe exalted, O Lord my God; Hosanna in the highest

Hosanna, hosanna, hosanna in the highestHosanna, hosanna, hosanna in the highest

Lord, we lift up Your name; With hearts full of praiseBe exalted, O Lord my God; Hosanna in the highest

Lord, we lift up Your name; With hearts full of praiseBe exalted, O Lord my God; Hosanna in the highest

Be exalted, O Lord my God; Hosanna in the highest

THE POST COMMUNION PRAYERAfter Communion, the Bishop or Priest praysGod our Father, you have raised our humanity in Christ and have fed us with the bread of heaven: mercifully grant that, nourished with such spiritual blessings, we may set our hearts in the heavenly places; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

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Let us pray.Celebrant and People together say the followingAlmighty and everliving God, we thank you for feeding us, in these holy mysteries, with the spiritual food of the most precious Body and Blood of your Son our Savior Jesus Christ; and for assuring us, through this Sacrament, of your favor and goodness towards us: that we are true members of the mystical body of your Son, the blessed company of all faithful people; and are also heirs, through hope, of your everlasting kingdom. And we humbly ask you, heavenly Father, to assist us with your grace, that we may continue in that holy fellowship, and do all the good works that you have prepared for us to walk in;through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be all honor and glory, now and for ever. Amen.

THE BLESSINGThe God of peace, who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus Christ, the great Shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the everlasting covenant, make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is well-pleasing in his sight; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always.  Amen.THE CLOSING HYMN 1 All hail the power of Jesus’ Name! Let angels prostrate fall;bring forth the royal diadem, and crown him Lord of all!bring forth the royal diadem, and crown him Lord of all!

2 Ye chosen seed of Israel’s race, ye ransomed from the fall,hail him who saves you by his grace, and crown him Lord of all!hail him who saves you by his grace, and crown him Lord of all!

3 Let every kindred, every tribe, on this terrestrial ball,

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to him all majesty ascribe, and crown him Lord of all!to him all majesty ascribe, and crown him Lord of all!

4 Oh that with yonder sacred throng, we at his feet may fall,We’ll join the everlasting song, and crown him Lord of all.We’ll join the everlasting song, and crown him Lord of all. THE DISMISSALA minister dismisses the People with these wordsWaiting expectantly for the promised Holy Spirit, go in the peace of Christ. Alleluia, alleluia.People Thanks be to God. Alleluia, alleluia.

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