5 pm The Well leaflet 2/11/24 by Christ Church Cathedral

Order of Worship Christ Church Cathedral February 11, 2024 5:00 p.m.

We welcome you to Christ Church Cathedral. Since 1839, this Christian community has gathered for worship. The Cathedral is equipped with a hearing loop for assisted listening via telecoil.

The Last Sunday after the Epiphany five o’clock in the evening The Rev. Canon Simón Bautista Betances Celebrant Chelsea Berner Cantor Good evening and welcome to The Well. The order of service has been adapted to observe the holy season of Epiphany. We are so glad that you are here. Come close, draw near, and receive the grace of God.

Opening Music Traditional Scottish and Irish Tunes A Prayer for the Evening Stay with us, Lord, since the day is far spent and the night is coming; kindle our hearts on the Way, that we may recognize you in the scriptures, in the breaking of the bread, and in each other. Amen. At the sound of the bell, please stand.

Hymn 487

The Call

Collect of the Day God of Moses and Elijah, revealed in burning bush and chariot of fire; you speak to us in freedom, your glory escapes our naming: in your mercy, dwell with us and lift us beyond all fear and empty worship; through Jesus Christ, the glory of the Father. Amen. Please be seated.

Psalm 50:1-6

Deus deorum

The LORD, the God of gods, has spoken; * he has called the earth from the rising of the sun to its setting. Out of Zion, perfect in its beauty, * God reveals himself in glory. 1

Our God will come and will not keep silence; * before him there is a consuming flame, and round about him a raging storm. He calls the heavens and the earth from a bove * to witness the judgment of his people. “Gather before me my loyal followers, * those who have made a covenant with me and sealed it with sacrifice.” Let the heavens declare the rightness of his cause; * for God himself is judge. Please stand.

The Holy Gospel Priest

The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Mark.

People

Glory to you, Lord Christ.

Mark 9:2–9

Jesus took with him Peter and James and John, and led them up a high mountain apart, by themselves. And he was transfigured before them, and his clothes became dazzling white, such as no one on earth could bleach them. And there appeared to them Elijah with Moses, who were talking with Jesus. Then Peter said to Jesus, “Rabbi, it is good for us to be here; let us make three dwellings, one for you, one for Moses, and one for Elijah.” He did not know what to say, for they were terrified. Then a cloud overshadowed them, and from the cloud there came a voice, “This is my Son, the Beloved; listen to him!” Suddenly when they looked around, they saw no one with them any more, but only Jesus. As they were coming down the mountain, he ordered them to tell no one about what they had seen, until after the Son of Man had risen from the dead. Priest

The Gospel of the Lord.

People

Praise to you, Lord Christ.

All sit. A period of silence is observed.

The Reflection A period of silence is observed following the reflection. 2

Hymn Congregation sings or hums this refrain continuously during the separate verses Wait for the Lord sung by the cantor. This continues until the cantor leaves the platform.

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the Lord,

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heart!

The Prayers of the People Holy and Most Gracious God, we pray for our siblings who live in every state of need this night. We pray for those in need of shelter, and the dignity that comes from having a place to call home. We pray for those around the world, around the country, and in this very city who will go to sleep hungry this night. We pray for those who are persecuted and punished for the color of their skin, what they believe, where they come from, how they worship, or who they love. We pray for those whose desperation, vulnerability and innocence are leveraged for profit. We pray for those who are afflicted in body, mind, and spirit, and call out in the night for relief. We pray for those who live in constant fear of violence on their streets, from their skies, in their houses of worship, and in their homes. We pray especially for children who have never known a life free of fear and need. We pray for those who have died and see no more, especially for those who have given the last full measure of devotion for the cause of freedom and dignity, that they may find rest in the place you have prepared for them. Grant us, O God, a sense of purpose to use our many blessings, talents, and privilege to house the homeless, feed the hungry, liberate the persecuted and oppressed, heal the sick, comfort the grieving, make peace in our world, and by your grace bring about your kingdom on earth as it is in heaven; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. 3

Additional Prayers of Intercession & Thanksgiving Following the Prayers of the People during the instrumental music, you are welcome to come forward to light a votive candle as a symbol of your prayer. As we see others light candles, we recognize that we are all carrying prayer concerns known to us alone, and we are reminded to treat one another with kindness and care. Tapers and votives are located to the right of the altar and in front of the transept to the left. Please feel free to go to either of these places to light a candle.

The Peace The Celebrant says

Christ has broken down the dividing wall that made us strangers to one another; he has made us one humanity that God might be all in all; he is our life, our hope, our peace. Celebrant The peace of the Lord be always with you.

And also with you.

People

The people greet one another in the name of the Lord, after which the people are seated for brief announcements.

Offertory Hymn We will sing the hymn three times.

We will sing through the entire hymn, twice.

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The people stand. 4

The Holy Communion The Great Thanksgiving Celebrant People Celebrant People Celebrant People

The Lord be with you. And also with you. Lift up your hearts. We lift them to the Lord. Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. It is right to give God thanks and praise.

We praise you, God of many names, whose Spirit runs free through all the earth, whose image lies deep in every mortal soul. In your grace your Word is made known to every people, calling forth the best they have to offer; your Beloved is immersed in the waters of creation healing the chaos that floods our world; your Son is the guest who offers new wine changing hearts grown withered and cold. Therefore we celebrate the rays of morning light that bathe the world in glory and kindle a new song: Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might, heaven and earth are full of your glory. Hosanna in the highest. Blessed is the one who comes in the name of the Lord. Hosanna in the highest. We ask that your Holy Spirit will fall upon us and upon these gifts that these fragile, earthly things may be to us the body and blood of our lord and brother, Jesus Christ; who, on the night that he was betrayed, gathered with his faltering friends for a meal that tasted of freedom. Calling them to his table, he took bread and broke it and said: “THis is my body, which is given for you. Do this to remember me.” In the same way after supper, he took the cup saying: “THis cup is the new covenant in my blood. Do this, whenever you drink it, to remember me.” As on that night, so here and now he offers himself in touch and taste beyond all words can hold. Great is the mystery of faith: Christ has died Christ is risen Christ will come again. Therefore, in our eating and drinking we are filled with the life-giving presence of Christ; we proclaim him as creation’s host, transforming poverty into plenty in the reckless generosity of love. 5

Inspire us with the hope that one day death and greed will be no more, and people without number will come from east and west, north and south, to share the kingdom meal. We ask this through Jesus Christ our Lord, by whom and with whom and in whom in the unity of the Holy Spirit all honor and glory be yours, Mother of blessings, forever and 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.

The Breaking of The Bread Celebrant We break this bread to share in the Body of Christ;

We who are many are one body, for we all share in the one bread. Celebrant Bread and wine; the gifts of God for the people of God. People May we who share these gifts be found in Christ and Christ in us. People

At the direction of the ushers you are invited to form a single line in the central aisle to receive Communion in front of the altar. Receive the Bread in the palm of your hand and the Wine either by drinking from the cup or by intinction, touching the Bread to the Wine. Gluten-free Bread is available; simply ask the priest. If you need Communion brought to you in the pew, please tell an usher. 6

Post Communion Prayer Celebrant Let us pray.

Lord of the wedding feast, we thank you for sharing with us the abundance of your life: in the beauty of humility may we receive with joy the stranger’s gift, the water’s grace, the living wine of love’s desire. Amen.

The Blessing May Christ, who draws the nations to himself, teach us to love our enemies; may Christ, who enters the water of baptism, lead us to die to all but love; may Christ, who gives new wine for the world, turn our bitterness into joy; and Now that evening fallsthe blessing of God, Creator, Redeemer and Sustainer, be with you this night and always. Amen.

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The Dismissal Celebrant Deep peace of the running wave to you. Deep peace of the flowing air to

People

you. Deep peace of the quiet earth to you. Deep peace of the shining stars to you. Deep peace of the Son of God to you. Deep peace, deep peace. Thanks be to God.

Closing Music Traditional Scottish Tune Becky Baxter, Music Coordinator and Harpist for The Well Dr. Kimberly Clark, flautist Sally Keller, cellist 7

The Book of Remembrance This week we remember Jean Andre Jackson and Irene Blake Weisser. The Beauty of Flowers The flowers on the Cathedral Altar are given to the glory of God in thanksgiving for the marriage of Meredith Ellen Ramey and Otis Larry McAlhany.

Welcome

Sunday, February 11, 2024 Announcements Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper • Pancakes, then penance. Before you dig out your sackcloth and get your ashes, celebrate one last feast before Easter with the annual Shrove Tuesday pancake supper. Join us in Reynolds Hall on February 13 at 6 p.m. Register to attend or sign up to volunteer! Register via www.christchurchcathedral.org/pancakesupper Ash Wednesday • Services will be offered February 14 at 7 a.m., 12:05 p.m., and a bilingual service at 6:30 p.m. in the Cathedral. The evening service will be available via livestream. A priest will be available to offer imposition of ashes in Golding Chapel from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Caregivers Gathering • Those in care giving roles are invited to gather for a time of mutual support, connection, and a sharing of resources and ideas. Join us in Jeffers Conference Room in person or virtually on the 3rd Thursday, February 15, from 12:30–1:30 p.m. Contact Minister for Pastoral Care, Claire Soard, at csoard@christchurchcathedral.org for more information. The Cathedral Celebrates Black History Month • On Saturday, February 17, from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. the Justice and Peace Council will host the viewing of the documentary “The Black Church: This Is Our Story, This Is Our Song.” After the film the Rev. Francene Young will lead us in discussion. Learn more and register at: www.christchurchcathedral. org/celebrateblackhistory Kehinde Wiley: An Archaeology of Silence • Our 2024 Robert C. Stuart Lenten Series in honor of the Very Rev. Barkley S. Thompson kicks off on Sunday, February 18, during the 10 o’clock hour in Reynolds Hall. Caroline Goeser, Ph.D, W.T. and Louise Moran Chair of Learning and Interpretation at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston discusses the ongoing exhibit of painting and sculptures by American artist Kehinde Wiley. Learn more about this speaker and the Lenten series at: www.christhchurchcathedral.org/lent Make your 2024 EMC Pledge • There’s still time to make your annual pledge! Submit your pledge by dropping a pledge card in the offering plate or scan the QR code to pledge online. Questions? Contact CFO Patrick Saccomanno at psaccomanno@christchurchcathedral.org or 713-220-9759. Sunday School • Each Sunday we gather together as a community and grow in our faith through teaching and discussion. Classes are offered for children and youth each Sunday from 10-11 a.m. and Latino ministries from 1-2:30 p.m. Learn more and register at: www. christchurchcathedral.org/sundayschool After-Hours Emergency Pastoral Care Line • 713-826-5332

Welcome to Christ Church Cathedral! We are blessed by your presence. If you are new to the Cathedral, please fill out the W E L C OM E card in your pew and put it in the offering plate or give it to an usher. Tours of the Cathedral are available every Sunday following the 11 a.m. service and on the third Sunday of each month after the 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. services. Look for the guide under the crucifixion window at the rear of the nave.

Portions of this service come from “Prayers for an Inclusive Church” by Steven Shakespeare, published by Church Publishing, Inc. Please be advised that our services are Livesteamed to Vimeo and Facebook. Your participation in the service serves as your consent to the broadcast of your image and voice and to the broadcast of the image and voice of your participating minor children. Pursuant to Section 30.06, Penal Code (trespass by license holder with a concealed handgun), a person licensed under Subchapter H, Chapter 411, Government Code (handgun licensing law), may not enter this property with a concealed handgun. Pursuant to Section 30.07, Penal Code (trespass by license holder with an openly carried handgun), a person licensed under Subchapter H, Chapter 411, Government Code (handgun licensing law), may not enter this property with a handgun that is carried openly.