The Holy Eucharist THE FEAST OF THE EPIPHANY (TRANSFERRED) 9:00 a.m. Sunday, January 5, 2020

Newcomers and visitors, we welcome you warmly. May you find here, by the grace of God, that which feeds your soul.

May you leave here with a heart prepared to serve.

If this is your first time here, or your first time back in a while, we invite you to fill out a Welcome Card found in your pew and put it

in the offering plate.

The Word of God Voluntary Hymn at the Procession Brightest and Best of the Stars of the Morning Hymnal, #117 The people stand. Acclamation The people standing, the Celebrant says

Celebrant Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. People And blessed be God's reign, 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.

Gloria Powell The following is sung, all standing

The Collect of the Day Celebrant God be with you. People And also with you. Celebrant Let us pray.

O God, by the leading of a star you manifested your only Son to the peoples of the earth: Lead us, who know you now by faith, to your presence, where we may see your glory face to face; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

First Reading Isaiah 60:1-6 The people are seated.

A Reading from the Book of the Prophet Isaiah.

1Arise, shine; for your light has come, and the glory of the LORD has risen upon you. 2For darkness shall cover the earth, and thick darkness the peoples; but the LORD will arise upon you, and his glory will appear over you. 3Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your dawn. 4Lift up your eyes and look around; they all gather together, they come to you; your sons shall come from far away, and your daughters shall be carried on their nurses’ arms. 5Then you shall see and be radiant; your heart shall thrill and rejoice, because the abundance of the sea shall be brought to you, the wealth of the nations shall come to you. 6A multitude of camels shall cover you, the young camels of Midian and Ephah; all those from Sheba shall come. They shall bring gold and frankincense, and shall proclaim the praise of the LORD. Reader The Word of the Lord. People Thanks be to God.

Children's Choir Anthem Three Kings Michael Bedford Three kings came on camelback, three kings came riding, on a journey far from home, in God’s love abiding. Bringing precious gifts with them, they came from afar led across the desert bare by a shining star. Just as they brought peace and light to the baby boy, let us bring our hearts to him, filled with love and joy. -Bedford

Sequence Hymn What Star Is This, With Beams So Bright Hymnal, #124 The people stand.

The Holy Gospel Matthew 2:1-12 Deacon The Holy Gospel of our Savior Jesus Christ according to Matthew. People Glory to you, Lord Christ. 1In the time of King Herod, after Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea, wise men from the East came to Jerusalem, 2asking, “Where is the child who has been born king of the Jews? For we observed his star at its rising, and have come to pay him homage.” 3When King Herod heard this, he was frightened, and all Jerusalem with him; 4and calling together all the chief priests and scribes of the people, he inquired of them where the Messiah was to be born. 5They told him, “In Bethlehem of Judea; for so it has been written by the prophet: 6‘And you, Bethlehem, in the land of Judah, are by no means least among the rulers of Judah; for from you shall come a ruler who is to shepherd my people Israel.’ ” 7Then Herod secretly called for the wise men and learned from them the exact time when the star had appeared. 8Then he sent them to Bethlehem, saying, “Go and search diligently for the child; and when you have found him, bring me word so that I may also go and pay him homage.” 9When they had heard the king, they set out; and there, ahead of them, went the star that they had seen at its rising, until it stopped over the place where the child was. 10When they saw that the star had stopped, they were overwhelmed with joy. 11On entering the house, they saw the child with Mary his mother; and they knelt down and paid him homage. Then, opening their treasure

chests, they offered him gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh. 12And having been warned in a dream not to return to Herod, they left for their own country by another road. Deacon The Gospel of our Savior. People Praise to you, Lord Christ.

Visitation of the Magi Vs. 1: All; Vs. 2: Isabelle Landry, soloist; Vs. 3: Hovey Clarke, soloist; Vs. 4: Sebastian Landry, soloist; Vs. 5: All (all sing refrain for each stanza)

The Doxology Sung to the tune Old 100th Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; Praise God, all creatures here below; praise God above, ye heavenly host: Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen. The Nicene Creed 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, was incarnate of the Holy Spirit and the Virgin Mary and became truly human. 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, who with the Father and the Son is worshiped and glorified, 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.

Prayers of the People Leader Manifest God, lead us to your glory by the light of faith, as we pray to

you. I ask your prayers for God’s people throughout the world; for our Presiding Bishop Michael and our Bishop Marc and for all ministers. Pray for the Church. God of love,

People Hear our prayer. Leader I ask your prayers for peace; for goodwill among nations; and for the well-

being of all people. We pray for (N.) Pray that justice, truth and peace will prevail. God of love,

People Hear our prayer.

Leader I ask your prayers for the poor, the sick, the hungry, the oppressed, and those in prison or held in confinement. We pray for those who have asked for our prayers, especially (N.) and for others we name either aloud or in our hearts. Pray for those in any need or trouble. God of love,

People Hear our prayer. Leader Praise God for those in past generations who followed the example of Jesus

and gave glory to God. Pray that we may have grace to do the same, every day. We pray for those whom we see no longer and have been welcomed into a new life of light, especially, (N.) and for others we name either aloud or in our hearts. Pray for their eternal rest.

God of love, People Hear our prayer. Leader I ask your prayers of thanksgivings for all the ways that God sheds Divine

light on our daily lives. We give thanks for (N.) and for other blessings we name either aloud or in our hearts. God of love,

People Hear our prayer. Celebrant Holy God, lead us forward on our own journeys: guide us by your teaching

and imbue us with your compassion. These prayers and hopes we offer with gratitude for your love and presence among us, through the power of God made manifest. Amen.

The Peace The people stand.

Celebrant The peace of Christ be always with you. People And also with you.

The Ministers and the People share the peace of Christ with one another.

The Holy Communion Offertory Sentence The Celebrant says

Walk in love, as Christ loved us and gave himself for us, an offering and sacrifice to God. Ephesians 5:2

Offertory Air Hymn at the Presentation What Child is This, Who, Laid to Rest Hymnal, #115 The people stand. The Great Thanksgiving Celebrant God 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 our thanks and praise.

Facing the Holy Table, the Celebrant proceeds

It is right, and a good and joyful thing, always and everywhere to give thanks to you, Almighty God, Creator of heaven and earth.

Because in the mystery of the Word made flesh, you have caused a new light to shine in our hearts, to give the knowledge of your glory in the face of your Son Jesus Christ our Savior.

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:

Sanctus & Benedictus Powell Celebrant and People

The People stand or kneel.

The Celebrant continues

Holy and gracious God: 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 maker of all.

Jesus 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 Savior 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 Jesus 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 all 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, Almighty God, in this sacrifice of praise and thanksgiving. Recalling Christ's 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 Jesus Christ our Savior. By Christ, and with Christ, and in Christ, in the unity of the Holy Spirit all honor and glory is yours, Almighty God, now and for ever. AMEN.

The Lord’s Prayer As our Savior Christ has taught us, we now pray,

People and Celebrant Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name, your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread. Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us. Save us from the time of trial

and deliver us from evil. For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours, now and forever. Amen.

The Breaking of the Bread Celebrant Alleluia. Christ our Passover is sacrificed for us; People Therefore let us keep the feast. Alleluia.

Agnus Dei Powell

The Invitation

The Celebrant says

The Gifts of God for the People of God. Take them in remembrance that Christ died for you, and feed on him in your hearts by faith, with thanksgiving.

The Communion All who desire to know God are invited to receive the consecrated Bread and Wine. Gluten free wafers are available upon request. You may partake of the Bread and Wine separately, drinking from a common chalice, or you may intinct the Bread into the Wine. If you prefer to receive a

blessing instead, please cross your arms over your chest.

The people are seated.

Communion Chant

Post-Communion Prayer After Communion, the Celebrant says

Let us pray.

Celebrant and People, standing

Eternal God, you have graciously accepted us as living members of 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 Savior. Amen.

Sending of the Eucharistic Visitors (when needed)

Celebrant In the name of this parish family, we send you forth bearing these holy gifts. Together we share in the body and blood of Christ.

People Though we are many, we are one body, because we all share one bread and one cup.

Blessing Hymn at the Retiring Procession As with Gladness Men of Old Hymnal, #119 The Sermon The Rev. Marguerite Judson The people are seated. Dismissal Celebrant Let us go forth in the name of Christ. Alleluia. People Thanks be to God. Alleluia

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Announcements at St. Mary the Virgin WELCOME VISITORS and GUESTS January 5, 2020

We are delighted that you chose to worship with us. We hope to be in an ongoing and holy relationship with you in the days and years to come.

Let us know how we may be of service to you. May God bless you and all whom you love.

Please fill out a welcome card and put it in the offering plate, or give it to one of the ushers or clergy. We are happy to add you to our email list so you can

keep up with the programs, activities, and news of St. Mary's. Restrooms are located at the end of the breezeway next to Fowler Hall.

St. Mary’s Nursery is located off the same breezeway. SUNDAY SCHOOL

The latest reports confirm that three majestic visitors from the East are due to arrive at Union and Steiner Streets on Sunday. They bring precious gifts...gold, frankincense and myrrh. Questions loom: do these visitors have names? Gold we know, but frankincense and myrrh?? What are they? Why are they so precious? These answers to these pressing questions will be revealed on the first day of Sunday School---January 5---the day before Epiphany. Don't miss the big reveal.

YOUTH GROUP NEWS Today: Youth Group Adventure Night! Our first youth group of the decade will be our annual Movie Night at the church. Come join friends to watch a holiday classic from 5:30 to 7:30 at the church, popcorn and drinks provided. All 6th to 12th graders welcome, as are friends. January 12: Middle School Youth Group will be meeting in the Great Room from 5:30-7:30 for games, food, and conversation. Friends are always welcome!

January 19: There is no YG because of the MLK holiday, but you should all join us for the SF Interfaith MLK March on Monday, January 20 at the Caltrain Depot. We meet at 10:30, the march starts at 11, and ends at Yerba Buena. Contact Mike if you’re interested. January 26: High School Youth Group will be meeting in the Great Room from 5:30-7:30 for games, food, and conversation. Friends are always welcome!

GUEST PRESIDER ON EPIPHANY The Rev. Dr. Paula Nesbitt will be our guest presider today. The former Associate Rector at St. Mary’s arrived in the Bay Area from the Diocese of Colorado, where she directed an ethics institute and taught at the University of Denver. A priest since 1992, her areas of interest include religion and society, ethics, spirituality, congregational studies, and social justice. Paula also teaches sociology at U.C. Berkeley. We are delighted to welcome her back, today.

EXPLORING THE LORD'S PRAYER SUNDAY, JAN. 12 AND JAN. 19

Join The Rev. David Erickson for a deep look into the meaning, the wonder, and the promise of the prayer that Jesus himself gave us to pray. This is a great opportunity to hear, and experience this ancient and familiar prayer anew. Please join us on January 12 and 19th from 10:15-10:45 in the Great Room.

AN EVENING WITH NOAH BULLOCK, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF CRISTOSOL

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 15 St. Mary's is pleased to welcome Noah Bullock, executive director of Cristosal on Wednesday, January 15 at 6:30 p.m. Cristosol is a human rights organization based in El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras that addresses the root causes of migration. Noah will give an overview of the state of human rights in the Northern Triangle of Central America and will describe the conditions that lead to migration from the region to the United States. If you are interested in better understanding this humanitarian crisis and the U.S.'s role in it, join us in the Great Room on January 15th. The evening is co-sponsored by Or Shalom Jewish Community and the Episcopal churches of St. James, St. Aidans, St John the Evangelist, Congregation Sherith Israel and Grace Cathedral. For more information on Cristosal, see: www.cristosal.org/home and St. Mary’s website.

ST. MARY MAGDALENE SCHOLARSHIP FUND 2020-2021

The St. Mary Magdalene Scholarship Fund was created by a generous bequest of a long-time parishioner of St. Mary the Virgin. This gift funds college scholarships for young women from the parish. Scholarships will be available to young women attending college for the 2020-2021 school year. More information and two application forms are available on the St. Mary's website under the GROW tab. One form is for new applicants and another form for previous applicants who received scholarships last year. Applications will be due March 1, 2020. If you have any questions, please contact Ruth Tatum at ruthtatum2@yahoo.com.

ARE THE HOLIDAYS A DIFFICULT TIME FOR YOU?

Are you finding yourself sad, in pain, depressed, or alone during the holidays? Are you bereaved by the memory of a loved one who is not here to share the joy of the season with you? There are many reasons that we might find the holiday season the most painful time of the year. St. Mary’s lay Stephen Ministers are here now and all year to walk with you and make sure that you are not alone. Stephen Ministers provide trained Christ-centered pastoral support to people in times of crisis. You will find more information on Stephen Ministries in the pew racks every Sunday. If you, or someone you know, might benefit from a Stephen Minister, contact either Rev. Erickson or Rev. Judson.

POCKET PRAYERS We gather at St. Mary’s Church on Sundays and for special events as we pray, sing, share Communion and fellowship together. As we leave St. Mary’s, we begin a new week of work, play and all the parts of our busy lives. We need to remember, though, that God is with us, not just on Sundays, but every day and night, always. And to remind us of His love and presence with us, we will have available “Pocket Prayers” to carry with you in your pocket, to post somewhere at home or to share with a friend or stranger. Look for the pocket-sized prayers on the Welcome Table following Sunday services. If you would also like to contribute prayers, please contact Deacon Nancy Bryan at nhbsf@me.com. May the peace of God be with you always.

EXPAND YOUR WEEKDAY OFFERINGS TO GOD:

Consider enriching your spiritual life by including one or both of two weekly offerings at St. Marys: • Join us on Tuesday mornings from 10:15

to 11:15 a.m. in the Chapel for Centering Prayer, a time to rest in God while silently being one in community.

• Join us Wednesdays at 12:10 p.m. for a midweek Eucharist. We are encouraging those who attend to bring lunch from

home or the deli and gather together after the service for lunch in the office room.

LAY WORSHIP MINISTRY

Altar Guild: Yaromil Ralph, Jan Bolles, Landra Miles, Jane Standing, Valerie Mayer, Amy Cebrian Eucharistic Visitors: Jan Bolles, Georgia Lu, Steve White Flowers: Flower Committee

8:00 a.m. service

Server: Georgene Keeler Usher: Sheila Santangelo

9:00 a.m. service

Chalice Bearers: Betty-Hood Gibson, David Gibson, Rob Carrol Ushers: Phil Albert, Arthur Perkins, Geoff Tuller

11:00 a.m. service

Chalice Bearers: Ron Clark, Alisa Quint-Fisher, Bruce McClatchey Readers: Ron Clark and Georgia Lu Prayer Leader: Rob Noeller Ushers: David Sullivan, Linda Logemann

*Printed lay schedule is as of deadline time - Tuesday at noon.

We Pray For… PARISHIONERS, RELATIVES and FRIENDS

Pat Lusse Pat Okimoto Robert Mittelstadt Bill Gaede Paul Cilley Mike Flannigan Jim Brooklier Michael Powers Julie Asad Korgan Dana Cook Janet Bryan Rebecca Peacock Elanor Joseph Gamboa Kay Schwarberg Swan Sis Schlesigner Elizabeth Eleanor Toney Doris Howard Jeff Nesthus Joy Von Astel Kimberly Moore Karen Cassard Annamae Braun

CONTINUING PRAYERS Each name listed under “Continuing Prayers” is included in individual prayers at the 12:10 p.m. Wednesday service.

Quinn Charles Fay Tim Eland Phyllis Shepherd Pat Troyer The Community at the Heritage The Community of St. Francis The CASA foster children San Francisco Night Ministry Jane

Pete Erich Craig André Diedrichs June

RECENTLY DECEASED Paul David Lyman Ruth Rus Ava Rainforth Carl Worrell Thomas Cooney Jack Sutton Aileen Pepito John Wyman Mark Dupaix, D.C.

GLOBAL CONCERNS For reconciliation and peace among all nations. THANKSGIVING For St. Mary’s worship and music ministries, especially those who served during the Advent and Christmas seasons. TO SUBMIT PRAYER REQUESTS Names may be submitted to our prayer request email at office@smvsf.org or by filling out a YELLOW prayer card and placing it in the offering plate. Names will remain on the prayer list for two weeks and may be re-submitted.

The Episcopal Church of St. Mary the Virgin Tel. (415) 921-3665 2325 Union Street, San Francisco, California www.smvsf.org

Church Office Hours: Monday through Thursday

9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Vestry

Debbie Veatch, Senior Warden Christian Cebrian, Junior Warden

Laura Akel, Matt Bartlett, Deborah Franklin, Cynthia Harper, Molly Irwin, Allan Jergesen, Georgene Keeler, Will Long, Arthur Perkins, Sheila Santangelo

email: vestry @smvsf.org St. Mary’s Staff Directory

All phone extensions are for 415.921.3665

The Rev. David L. Erickson Rector david@smvsf.org x306

The Rev. Marguerite Judson Associate Rector marguerite@smvsf.org x314

The Rev. Nancy Bryan, Deacon nhbsf@me.com x364

The Rev. Tim Smith Deacon tim@smvsf.org x352

Natalie Hala Parish Verger & Liturgist

natalie@smvsf.org x300 Eric Choate

Director of Music eric@smvsf.org x310

Marla Perkins Music Associate

marla@smvsf.org x310 Nancy Clark

Sunday School Director nancyclark1628@gmail.com 415.387.7741

Nancy Svendsen Events Coordinator

nancys@smvsf.org, 415.205.6787 Michael Stafford

Youth Minister mike@smvsf.org, 415.794.4928

Ashley Ryan Parish Administrator

ashley@smvsf.org x 302 Jackie Schroeder

Nursery Care Coordinator jackie@smvsf.org, 415.577.0144

Vicki Turk Accountant finance@smvsf.org x316

Manny Gabiana Associate Administrator

manny@smvsf.org x353

LITURGICAL STAFF

The Rev. David Erickson Rector

Eric Choate Director of Music

The Rev. Nancy Bryan Deacon

The Rev. Marguerite Judson Associate Rector

Marla Perkins Music Associate

The Rev. Tim Smith Deacon

Natalie Hala Verger & Liturgist

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