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St. Margaret’s Matronal Feast July 17, 2016

9:00 & 11:15 a.m.

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PRELUDE Intermezzo on "Holyrood" Webber The people stand as able.

PROCESSIONAL HYMN Immortal, invisible, God only wise St. Denio

ST. MARGARET’S MATRONAL FEAST

SUNDAY, JULY 17, 2016

9:00 & 11:15 A.M. THE HOLY EUCHARIST RITE II

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The people remain standing as they are able.

OPENING ACCLAMATION

Celebrant Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

People And blessed be God’s kingdom, now and for ever. Amen.

COLLECT FOR PURITY

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.

GLORIA Rutter

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THE COLLECT FOR THE DAY

Celebrant The Lord be with you.

People And also with you.

Celebrant Let us pray.

Almighty and everlasting God, you choose those whom the world deems powerless to put the powerful to

shame: Grant us so to cherish the memory of your youthful martyr Margaret, that we may share her pure

and steadfast faith in you; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,

one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

The people are seated.

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THE FIRST LESSON Proverbs 8:32-9:6

A reading from the book of Proverbs.

"And now, my children, listen to me:

happy are those who keep my ways.

Hear instruction and be wise,

and do not neglect it.

Happy is the one who listens to me,

watching daily at my gates,

waiting beside my doors.

For whoever finds me finds life

and obtains favour from the Lord;

but those who miss me injure themselves;

all who hate me love death."

Wisdom has built her house,

she has hewn her seven pillars.

She has slaughtered her animals, she has mixed her wine,

she has also set her table.

She has sent out her servant-girls, she calls

from the highest places in the town,

"You that are simple, turn in here!"

To those without sense she says,

"Come, eat of my bread

and drink of the wine I have mixed.

Lay aside immaturity, and live,

and walk in the way of insight."

Lector The Word of the Lord.

People Thanks be to God.

THE GRADUAL (read responsively by whole verse) Psalm 124

1 If the LORD had not been on our side, *

let Israel now say;

2 If the LORD had not been on our side, *

when enemies rose up against us;

3 Then would they have swallowed us up alive *

in their fierce anger toward us;

4 Then would the waters have overwhelmed us *

and the torrent gone over us;

5 Then would the raging waters *

have gone right over us.

6 Blessed be the LORD! *

he has not given us over to be a prey for their teeth.

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7 We have escaped like a bird from the snare of the fowler; *

the snare is broken, and we have escaped.

8 Our help is in the Name of the LORD, *

the maker of heaven and earth.

THE EPISTLE 2 Corinthians 6:16-18

A reading from Paul’s second letter to the Corinthians.

What agreement has the temple of God with idols? For we are the temple of the living God; as God said,

"I will live in them and walk among them,

and I will be their God,

and they shall be my people.

Therefore come out from them,

and be separate from them, says the Lord,

and touch nothing unclean;

then I will welcome you,

and I will be your father,

and you shall be my sons and daughters,

says the Lord Almighty."

Lector The Word of the Lord.

People Thanks be to God.

The people stand as they are able.

SEQUENCE HYMN By all your saints still striving Nyland (second verse lyrics by Judith Haugh)

2. We sing with laud of Margaret, whose essence was restored; a maiden yet unwilling, responded to her Lord.

By sword and cross she vanquished and felt the Spirit come. O God, your holy servant still lives in Martyrdom.

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THE GOSPEL Matthew 5:1-12

Priest The Holy Gospel of Our Lord Jesus Christ according to Matthew.

People Glory to you, Lord Christ.

When Jesus saw the crowds, he went up the mountain; and after he sat down, his disciples came to him.

Then he began to speak, and taught them, saying:

“Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

“Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.

“Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth.

“Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.

“Blessed are the merciful, for they will receive mercy.

“Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.

“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.

“Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

“Blessed are you when people revile you and persecute you and utter all kinds of evil against you falsely on

my account. Rejoice and be glad, for your reward is great in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted

the prophets who were before you."

Priest The Gospel of the Lord.

People Praise to you, Lord Christ.

The people are seated.

THE SERMON The Rev. Jane Milliken Hague A moment of silence is kept after the sermon.

The people stand as they are able.

THE NICENE CREED

Celebrant and People

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. 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.

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PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE R. Morley, A Garden Path

Leader

On this day when we remember our matriarch Margaret of Antioch, patroness of women and children, let

us offer our prayers to Jesus Christ, the son of Mary.

Because on this earth we are all sons and daughters of Eve, let us pray for the whole world and the church

universal, that we might behold each other as brothers and sisters.

Lord in your mercy,

Hear our Prayer.

As Rebecca gave birth to Jacob, and in so doing she gave birth to a whole nation, let us pray for our own

nation, and for all in authority.

Lord in your mercy,

Hear our Prayer.

As Rachel’s son Joseph was mistreated, beaten, and wrongly jailed, we pray for all in this world who are in

trouble of any kind. We pray for the poor, the hungry, the imprisoned, and the victims of war and all who

live in terror’s wake.

Lord in your mercy,

Hear our Prayer.

As Hannah, the mother of Samuel, went to the House of the Lord to pray with earnest integrity, we earnestly

pray for those in this community, especially. . .

Lord in your mercy,

Hear our Prayer.

As Naomi took Ruth into her home, we pray for those who act as surrogate, spiritual mothers. We pray with

gratitude for all those who give the gift of love and nurturing.

Lord in your mercy,

Hear our Prayer.

As Elizabeth gave birth in old age, and as she saw her son John the Baptist carried off to persecution, we

pray for all those who are sick, those who are suffering, and those with any need, especially. . .

Lord in your mercy,

Hear our Prayer.

And, as the Blessed Virgin Mary stood by the cross and watched her son die, we pray for the dead and the

dying.

Lord in your mercy,

Hear our Prayer.

CONCLUDING COLLECT

Celebrant

Lord Jesus, who wishes to gather your people as a mother hen gathers together her brood, we offer to you

our prayers. Accept our gratitude for all who mother, bless all who mother, and give all mothers your

comfort and strength. And help all of us, brothers and sisters, to be your family on earth, as we shall be in

Heaven. Amen.

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CONFESSION OF SIN

Celebrant

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Celebrant and People

God of all mercy,

we confess that we have sinned against you,

opposing your will in our lives.

We have denied your goodness in each other, in ourselves, and in the world you have created.

We repent of the evil that enslaves us, the evil we have done, and the evil done on our behalf.

Forgive, restore, and strengthen us through our Savior Jesus Christ,

that we may abide in your love

and serve only your will. Amen.

ABSOLUTION

Celebrant

Almighty God, have mercy on you,

forgive you all your sins

through the grace of 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 people exchange the Peace and are seated.

WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS

HOLY COMMUNION

OFFERTORY Pie Jesu from “Requiem" Faure

Mary Kirkeby, Soprano (YOU MAY USE THS QR CODE TO CONNECT TO OUR ONLINE GIVING SITE WITH YOUR CELL PHONE.)

The people stand as able after the offertory as the gifts are taken to the altar.

THE GREAT THANKSGIVING Enriching Our Worship I #3

Celebrant The Lord be with you.

People And also with you.

Celebrant Lift up your hearts.

People We lift them to the Lord.

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Celebrant Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.

People It is right to give our thanks and praise.

Celebrant

All thanks and praise are yours at all times and in all places, our true and loving God; through Jesus Christ,

your eternal Word, the Wisdom from on high by whom you created all things. You laid the foundations of

the world and enclosed the sea when it burst out from the womb; You brought forth all creatures of the

earth and gave breath to humankind.

Wondrous are you, Holy one of blessing, all you create is a sign of hope for our journey.

And so as the morning stars sing your praises we join the heavenly beings and all creation as we shout with

joy:

SANCTUS Iona

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The Celebrant continues

Glory and honor are yours, Creator of all, your Word has never been silent; you called a people to yourself,

as a light to the nations, you delivered them from bondage and led them to a land of promise. Of your

grace, you gave Jesus to be human, to share our life, to proclaim the coming of your holy reign and give

himself for us, a fragrant offering.

Through Jesus Christ our Redeemer, you have freed us from sin, brought us into your life, reconciled us to

you, and restored us to the glory you intend for us. We thank you that on the night before he died for us

Jesus took bread, and when he had given thanks to you, he broke it, gave it to his friends and said: “Take,

eat, this is my Body, broken for you. Do this for the remembrance of me.”

After supper Jesus took the cup of wine, said the blessing, gave it to his friends and said: “Drink this, all of

you: this cup is the new Covenant in my Blood, poured out for you and for all for the forgiveness of sin. Do

this for the remembrance of me.”

And so, remembering all that was done for us: the cross, the tomb, the resurrection and ascension, longing

for Christ’s coming in glory, and presenting to you these gifts your earth has formed and human hands have

made, we acclaim you, O Christ:

Celebrant and People

Dying, you destroyed our death.

Rising, you restored our life.

Christ Jesus, come in glory!

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The Celebrant continues

Send your Holy Spirit upon us and upon these gifts of bread and wine that they may be to us the Body and

Blood of your Christ. Grant that we, burning with your Spirit’s power, may be a people of hope, justice and

love.

Giver of Life, draw us together in the Body of Christ, and in the fullness of time gather us with all your people

into the joy of our true eternal home. Through Christ and with Christ and in Christ, by the inspiration of your

Holy Spirit, we worship you our God and Creator in voices of unending praise.

Celebrant and People

Blessed are you now and for ever. Amen.

THE LORD’S PRAYER

And now, as our Savior Christ has taught us, we are bold to say,

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.

BREAKING OF THE BREAD

Celebrant Alleluia! Christ our Passover is sacrificed for us;

People Therefore let us keep the feast. Alleluia!

AGNUS DEI Stewart

INVITATION TO COMMUNION

The Celebrant says

The Gifts of God for the People of God. Take them in remembrance that Christ lived and died for you, and

feed on him in your hearts by faith, with thanksgiving.

The people are seated. Gluten-free wafers are available for communion. Indicate your wish for a gluten-free wafer by

first extending your hands palms down when at the communion rail. The square wafers are kept in a separate holder

and you are invited to take one from this holder.

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COMMUNION HYMN Seek ye first Seek ye first

COMMUNION HYMN Sing, my soul, his wondrous love St. Bees

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After communion, the people stand as able.

SENDING FORTH OF EUCHARISTIC VISITORS

On most Sundays, we send out Eucharistic visitors to deliver the sacraments to those who cannot be with us. This is the

prayer we use to send them on their way.

Celebrant In the name of this congregation I send you forth bearing these holy gifts, to N. that they may

share with us in the sacrament of our Savior Jesus Christ.

People We who are many are One Body, because we all share one Bread, and one Cup. Amen.

POSTCOMMUNION PRAYER

Celebrant

Let us pray.

Celebrant and People

God of abundance,

You have fed us

with the bread of life and cup of salvation;

you have united us

with Christ and one another;

and you have made us one

with all your people in heaven and on earth.

Now send us forth transformed

in the power of your Spirit

that we may proclaim your redeeming love to the world

and continue for ever

in the risen life of Christ our savior. Amen.

THE BLESSING

May God, who gave birth to all creation, bless us:

may God, who became incarnate by an earthly mother, bless us:

may God, who broods as a mother over her children, bless us.

May almighty God bless us, Father, Son and Holy Spirit,

now and for ever. Amen.

HYMN Be thou my vision Slane

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DISMISSAL

Celebrant Let us go forth in the name of Christ.

People Thanks be to God. Alleluia! Alleluia!

POSTLUDE Deo Gratias Moore

IN THIS SERVICE

Organist: Gary Kirkeby

Soloist: Mary Kirkeby

Eucharistic Ministers @ 9: Katy Strother, Beth Knorr

Lectors @ 9: Russell Jackson, Barbara Marder

Acolytes @ 9: Katherine Parker, Hannah Strother, Molly Rose Svendsen,

Lili Taber

Eucharistic Ministers @ 11:15: Emil Saroch, Jim Weekley

Lectors @ 11:15: Edna Ferris, Chris Edwards

Acolyte @ 11:15: Peter Saroch

Altar Guild: Charlie Lang, Joan Busch, Carroll Morgan, Hope Stinson

Flower Guild: Mollie Benz Flounlacker

Coffeehour Hosts: Richard Hays, Beau Breeden, Vera Torrence, Don & Hope

Schroeder, Arvilla Wubbenhorst

Announcements are available in a separate handout this morning. Please ask an usher if you do not receive one.

Please join us for a special forum on the history of St. Margaret and why our parish was named after her

during coffeehour this morning, 10:15 a.m., in the parish hall.

After the 11:15 a.m. service, we celebrate St. Margaret’s Day with a parish-wide picnic and family activities

at approximately 12:30 p.m.

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