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THE FEAST OF THE PRESENTATION (CANDLEMAS) FEBRUARY 2, 2020 9:00 AM HOLY EUCHARIST, RITE II
Service Music from Tie Christ Church Mass, Sir David Willcocks (1919-2015) Voluntary Praeludium in G Major Felix Mendelssohn (1809-1847) Welcome and Announcements THE WORD OF GOD
Please stand, as able, and sing
Tie Entrance Hymn 436 Lifu Up Your Heads, Ye Mighty Gates (blue) Hymnal 1982
Celebrant
Light and peace in Jesus Christ our Lord.
People
Tianks be to God.
Celebrant
Dear people of God, forty days ago we celebrated the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ. Now we recall the day he was presented in the Temple, when he was ofgered to the Father and shown to God’s people. In their old age, Simeon and Anna recognized Jesus as their Lord, as we today sing of his glory. In this Eucharist, we celebrate both the joys of Christ’s coming and his searching judgment, looking back to the day of his birth and forward to the coming days of his passion.
All sing
Glory to God WELCOME! Wherever you are on your spiritual journey, we are glad you are with us today to join in the worship of God and to share in Christ’s presence given to us in the sacrament of bread and wine. We hope you stay for what follows our worship this morning. You are welcome here.
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SLIDE 2 Collect of the Day
Celebrant
Tie Lord be with you.
People
And also with you.
Celebrant
Let us pray. Almighty and everliving God, we humbly pray that, as your only-begotten Son was this day presented in the temple, so we may be presented to you with pure and clean hearts by Jesus Christ our Lord; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for
Please be seated for
Tie First Reading Hebrews 2:14-18
Since God’s children share fmesh and blood, Jesus himself likewise shared the same things, so that through death he might destroy the one who has the power of death, that is, the devil, and free those who all their lives were held in slavery by the fear of death. For it is clear that he did not come to help angels, but the descendants of Abraham. Tierefore he had to become like his brothers and sisters in every respect, so that he might be a merciful and faithful high priest in the service of God, to make a sacrifjce of atonement for the sins of the people. Because he himself was tested by what he sufgered, he is able to help those who are being tested.
At the conclusion the People respond, “Tianks be to God. ” Please stand and sing
Tie Gradual Hymn 277 Sing of Mary, Pure and Lowly Hymnal 1982
SLIDE 3 Tie Gospel is carried into the congregation so that we remember it is our Good News to hear and to share.
Tie Gospel Reading Luke 2:22-40
Priest
Tie Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Luke.
People
Glory to you, Lord Christ.
When the time came for their purifjcation according to the law of Moses, the parents of Jesus brought him up to Jerusalem to present him to the Lord (as it is written in the law of the Lord, “Every fjrstborn male shall be designated as holy to the Lord”), and they ofgered a sacrifjce according to what is stated in the law of the Lord, “a pair of turtledoves or two young pigeons.” Now there was a man in Jerusalem whose name was Simeon; this man was righteous and devout, looking forward to the consolation of Israel, and the Holy Spirit rested on him. It had been revealed to him by the Holy Spirit that he would not see death before he had seen the Lord’s Messiah. Guided by the Spirit, Simeon came into the temple; and when the parents brought in the child Jesus, to do for him what was customary under the law, Simeon took him in his arms and praised God, saying, “Master, now you are dismissing your servant in peace, according to your word; for my eyes have seen your salvation, which you have prepared in the presence of all peoples, a light for revelation to the Gentiles and for glory to your people Israel.” And the child’s father and mother were amazed at what was being said about him. Tien Simeon blessed them and said to his mother Mary, “Tiis child is destined for the falling and the rising of many in Israel, and to be a sign that will be opposed so that the inner thoughts
- f many will be revealed—and a sword will pierce your own soul too.” Tiere was also a prophet, Anna the
daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Asher. She was of a great age, having lived with her husband seven years afuer her marriage, then as a widow to the age of eighty-four. She never lefu the temple but worshiped there with fasting and prayer night and day. At that moment she came, and began to praise God and to speak about the child to all who were looking for the redemption of Jerusalem. When they had fjnished everything required by the law of the Lord, they returned to Galilee, to their own town of Nazareth. Tie child grew and became strong, fjlled with wisdom; and the favor of God was upon him.
Priest
Tie Gospel of the Lord.
People
Praise to you, Lord Christ.
Once the Book of Gospels has returned to its place of honor, the People may be seated at the invitation of the preacher.
Tie Homily Ruth Beresford
Please stand for
Tie Apostles’ Creed
Celebrant
Let us declare our faith in God:
People
I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth. I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord. He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary. He sufgered under Pontius Pilate, was crucifjed, died, and was buried. He descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again. He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.
SLIDE 4 Tie Prayers of the People
Members of the 4th and 5th Grade Class lead today’s prayers, written by them. Each petition ends with “Lord, in your mercy, ” to which the response is “let your light shine through us. ”
Together let us pray for the forgiveness of our sins. Have mercy upon us, most merciful Father; in your compassion forgive us our sins, known and unknown, things done and lefu undone; and so uphold us by your Spirit that we may live and serve you in newness of life, to the honor and glory of your Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Priest
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. Tie Peace
Priest
Tie peace of the Lord be always with you.
People
And also with you. THE HOLY COMMUNION
Being seated, we begin with a time of ofgering, giving money as a sign that our life serves God’s purposes and showing our gratitude for God’s many blessings. For those who give online or will text a contribution to (302) 244-5368, a card is available in the narthex to participate when the ofgering plate is passed. Newcomers and guests may place the welcome card in the ofgering plate.
Anthem
- G. Kendrick (Contemporary)
Lord, the light of your love is shining in the midst of the darkness, shining. Jesus, Light of the world shine upon us. Set us free by the truth you now bring us. Shine on me; shine on me. Shine, Jesus, shine, fjll this land with the Father’s glory. Blaze, Spirit, blaze, set our hearts on fjre. Flow, river, fmow, fmood the nations with grace and mercy. Send forth your word, Lord, and let there be light. Lord, I come to your awesome presence from the shadows into your radiance. By the blood I may enter your brightness. Search me, try me, consume all my darkness. Shine on me; shine on me. Shine, Jesus, shine. Fill this land with the Father’s glory. Blaze, Spirit, blaze, set our hearts on fjre. Flow, river, fmow, fmood the nations with grace and mercy. Send forth your word, Lord, and let there be light. Please stand and sing
Tie Presentation Hymn 380, v. 3 Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow Hymnal 1982 Tie Great Tianksgiving (red) Book of Common Prayer 367
Celebrant
Tie Lord be with you.
People
And also with you.
Celebrant
Lifu up your hearts.
People
We lifu them to the Lord.
Celebrant
Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.
People
It is right to give God thanks and praise.
Tie Celebrant continues the prayer, inviting our praise in the ancient song of the Sanctus.
Tierefore we praise you, joining our voices with Angels and Archangels and with all the company
- f heaven, who for ever sing this hymn to proclaim the glory of your Name:
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Tie Celebrant continues the prayer, inviting our acclamation of Christ’s sacrifjcial death and triumphant resurrection, saying
Tierefore, according to his command, O Father,
Celebrant and People
We remember his death, We proclaim his resurrection, We await his coming in glory;
Tie Celebrant continues the prayer, concluding
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.
Tie Celebrant invites the People to say the prayer Jesus taught his fjrst disciples.
Tie Lord’s Prayer 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. Tie Breaking of the Bread
We sing the anthem at the breaking of the bread, which is Christ’s Body, broken for us. Please be seated afuer the sacrament is presented.
SLIDE 6 All are welcome to receive the sacrament of Christ, kneeling or standing, either consuming the gluten-free bread and drinking from the cup or dipping (intincting) the bread carefully into the cup. If you are unable to come forward, ask an usher to let the clergy know.
Communion Hymn 490 I Want to Walk as a Child of the Light Hymnal 1982
Please stand for
Tie Post-Communion Prayer
Celebrant
Let us pray.
People
Eternal God, heavenly Father, you have graciously accepted us as living members of your Son
- ur 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.
Tie Acolytes bear light from the Altar to the People as the Choir sings
Tie Nunc dimittis Setting: J. M. Scott (Contemporary)
Lord, you now have set your servant free to go in peace as you have promised; for these eyes of mine have seen the Savior, whom you have prepared for all the world to see: a Light to enlighten the nations, and the glory of your people
- Israel. Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever.
Amen. Tie People hold their lighted candles for
Tie Responsory and Blessing Blessed are you, Lord our God, King of the universe. Blessed be God for ever. Your light shines on us and all people shall see your glory. Blessed be God for ever. You gave us Jesus to be the light of the world; he makes our darkness to be light. Blessed be God for ever. Tirough the Holy Spirit your love burns within us, bearing witness to your truth. Blessed be God for ever. As we bear your light, may our lips never cease to sing your praise. Blessed be God for ever. And the blessing of God Almighty, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit be upon you and remain with you for ever. Amen.
All sing
Hymn in Procession 542 Christ is the World’s True Light Hymnal 1982
Tie People turn and face the rear of the church for
Tie Dismissal As we turn now from the crèche to the cross: Let us shine with the light of your love. As we leave this place of blessing and holiness: Let us shine with the light of your love.
SLIDE 7 As we bear Christ’s light into the world: Let us shine with the light of your love. Let us go forth in the name of Christ. Tianks be to God.
We are sent forth to be Christ’s blessing in the world. Our prayer is that today’s worship has encouraged you in love, strengthened you for service, and fjlled you with light. We look forward to your presence again in worship, in service to others, in learning and fellowship. Please return the children’s worship activity bags as you leave the church but take our community announcements with you to learn of upcoming
SLIDE 8 PEOPLE SERVING TODAY Acolytes: 8 AM Henry Barton. 9 AM Blaine Boyden, Peter Erskine, Caroline Kirtley, Christie Marcin; Jennifer O’Connor, Advisor. 11 AM Kathryn Cover, Andrew Arce, Catie Arce, Matthew Arce, Margaret Cover, Sophia Cover; Chuck Durgin, Advisor. 5 PM Kate Barton, Kendall Massey. Altar Guild: Barbara Tucker, Donna Gleason, Lee Kallos, Anne Nickle, Isabella Patty, Alice Shannon, Marion Silliman. Cofgee & Community: Becky Rogers, Jenny Simonton. Eucharistic Ministers: 8 AM Les Carter, John Morton. 9 AM Liam Ayers, Alex Ergon, John Henley, Annabel Zahralddin. 11 AM Fran Bayard, Hal Schneikert. Greeters: 11 AM Laurel Riegel, Karol Schmiegel. Lectors: 9 AM Delaney Sullivan. 11 AM Emily Knox. 5 PM David Hoopes. Ushers: 9 AM Nancy Greenberg, Fred Moran, Tom and Lynne Swartz. 11 AM David Hoopes, John Morton, Joel Poorman, Blake Turnbull. MEMORIAL FLOWERS Tie fmowers in the Sanctuary are given to the Glory of God in loving memory of Frederick S. and Bessie G. Johnson Husband E. and Dorothy K. Kimmel, Agatha Gay Kimmel Ned and Harriott Kimmel _________________________ At Christ Church, we come together to grow in our love for God, to love and serve our neighbors, and to make disciples of Jesus Christ. _________________________
PARISH CLERGY Tie Rev. Ruth Beresford, Rector Tie Rev. Ann Urinoski, Priest Associate Tie Very Rev. William Lane, Pastoral Associate LAY MINISTRY STAFF Bruce Barber, Director of Music Lynne Jensen, Minister for Children and Youth Jo Harney, Head of School (CCEP) David Hearn, Assistant Organist/Choirmaster ADMINISTRATIVE & FACILITIES STAFF Sherry Lawton-Fasic, Parish Administrator Michael Sayer, Facilities Manager Deborah Webb, Communications Associate Jane Rubini, Administrative Associate; Denise Gilliam, Assistant to Head of School Andy Marine, Charles Parfjtt-Simpson, Kyree Wright, Sextons VESTRY & OFFICERS Steve Boyden, Senior Warden; Allison Ayers, ’21, Junior Warden; Jennifer O’Connor, Clerk Mark Parsells, Treasurer; Richard Laird, Assistant Treasurer Kari White and Joseph Zakielarz, Youth Representatives Clay Brown, ’21; Aaron Dallaire, ’22; Brad du Pont, ’22 Alexandra Ergon, ’22; Hal Erskine, ’20; Chris Grundner, ’20; Chris Holler, ’22 Jamie Jones, ’21; Scott Poole, ’20; Albert Schyman, ’21; Lynne Swartz, ’20 Christ Church Christiana Hundred
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