Ordinary Time Order of Worship Christ Church Cathedral November 19, 2023 5:00 p.m.
The Cathedral is equipped with a hearing loop for assisted listening via telecoil.
The Twenty-fifth Sunday after Pentecost five o’clock in the evening The Very Rev. Nathaniel Katz, Dean Celebrant Good evening and welcome to The Well. To mark the season after Pentecost, we have prepared a new Order of Service for our worship. After the spoken prayers, any who wish to do so are invited to come forward and light a candle as a symbol of their prayer. After the votive offering is over, we will rise, sing, and then share the peace. Following the peace, the rhythm of the liturgy will return to the customary and familiar pattern of the table. We are so glad that you are here. Come close, draw near, and receive the grace of God.
Opening Music Traditional Scottish Tunes At the sound of the bell, please stand.
Opening Poem You are sitting in a wagon being drawn by a horse whose reins you hold. There are two inside of you who can steer. Though most never hand the reins to Me so they go from place to place the best they can, though rarely happy. And rarely does their whole body laugh feeling God’s poke in the ribs. If you feel tired, dear, my shoulder is soft, I’d be glad to steer a while. 2
— Kabir
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Text © 1990 Sacred Music Press. All rights reserved. Tune: YE BANKS AND BRAES ~ Scottish melody, ©arr. Norman Warren (b. 1934) Reprinted by permission. All rights reserved. CCL #11426131; onelicense.net # 726591-A
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. 2
Please be seated.
The Reading Lector
Matthew 25:14–30
A reading from the Gospel of Matthew.
Jesus said, “It is as if a man, going on a journey, summoned his slaves and entrusted his property to them; to one he gave five talents, to another two, to another one, to each according to his ability. Then he went away. The one who had received the five talents went off at once and traded with them, and made five more talents. In the same way, the one who had the two talents made two more talents. But the one who had received the one talent went off and dug a hole in the ground and hid his master’s money. After a long time the master of those slaves came and settled accounts with them. Then the one who had received the five talents came forward, bringing five more talents, saying, ‘Master, you handed over to me five talents; see, I have made five more talents.’ His master said to him, ‘Well done, good and trustworthy slave; you have been trustworthy in a few things, I will put you in charge of many things; enter into the joy of your master.’ And the one with the two talents also came forward, saying, ‘Master, you handed over to me two talents; see, I have made two more talents.’ His master said to him, ‘Well done, good and trustworthy slave; you have been trustworthy in a few things, I will put you in charge of many things; enter into the joy of your master.’ Then the one who had received the one talent also came forward, saying, ‘Master, I knew that you were a harsh man, reaping where you did not sow, and gathering where you did not scatter seed; so I was afraid, and I went and hid your talent in the ground. Here you have what is yours.’ But his master replied, ‘You wicked and lazy slave! You knew, did you, that I reap where I did not sow, and gather where I did not scatter? Then you ought to have invested my money with the bankers, and on my return I would have received what was my own with interest. So take the talent from him, and give it to the one with the ten talents. For to all those who have, more will be given, and they will have an abundance; but from those who have nothing, even what they have will be taken away. As for this worthless slave, throw him into the outer darkness, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth.’” A period of silence is observed.
The Reflection
The Very Rev. Nathaniel Katz, Dean
Two minutes of silence is observed following the reflection. 3
Prayers of the People (The people stand for the prayers.) The Leader begins. As evening falls and courage sometimes falters, let us turn our hearts to God in prayer. Silence
We pray for those gathered here and all that lies heavy on our hearts. We pray that you would know our needs even before we recognize them. Grant us those good things for which we dare not, or in our blindness cannot, ask. Silence
We pray for those in positions of leadership in the world, our nation, our state, and our city. Grant them the spirit of wisdom, charity, and justice, that they may promote the well-being of all people. Silence
We pray for the sick, the bereaved, the oppressed, and the homeless, that they may be comforted by your Holy Spirit, who brings light to the darkest places. Silence
We pray for the broken and torn fabric of the earth as it yearns for healing, trusting that you make all things new. Silence
We pray for this and all communities of faith. We pray that you would open the hearts of your faithful to seek your truth and pursue it in love. Silence
We pray that you would disturb us, Lord, when our dreams have come true because we have dreamed too little; when with the abundance of things we possess we have lost our thirst for the water of life. Push back, we pray, the horizons of our hopes, and move us into your future in strength, courage, hope, and love.
Additional Prayers of Intercession & Thanksgiving Please be seated
Following the Prayers of the People during the instrumental music and hymn, and at any time hereafter, 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 people stand for the hymn. 4
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Words: Kathy Galloway ~ Music: LIFE OF THE WORLD, Ian Galloway, arr. John L. Bell Words © Kathy Galloway. Music © Ian Galloway. Arrangement © John L. Bell, Church of Scotland Panel on Worship Reprinted by permission. All rights reserved. CCL #11426131; onelicense.net # 726591-A
The Grace Which one of you, having a hundred sheep and losing one of them, does not leave the ninety-nine in the wilderness and go after the one that is lost until he finds it? When he has found it, he lays it on his shoulders and rejoices. And when he comes home, he calls together his friends and neighbors, saying to them, “Rejoice with me, for I have found my sheep that was lost.” Just so, I tell you, there will be more joy in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous people who need no repentance. Amen. 5
The Peace Celebrant The peace of the Lord be always with you. People And also with you.
The People greet one another in the name of the Lord, after which the people are seated for brief announcements.
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Words: Briege OHare, based on Carmina Gadelica ~ Music by Briege O'Hare, arr. Keith Duke © 2005 Kevin Mayhew, Ltd. ~ Reprinted by permission. All rights reserved. CCL# 11426131; onelicense.net # 726591-A
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The Holy Communion The Great Thanksgiving The people stand. Celebrant Come, Lord Jesus, be our guest. With friend, with stranger, with young People
and old, be among us tonight. Come close to us that we may come close to you. Strengthen us that we may strengthen one another. Renew us that where we have failed, we may begin again.
The People kneel or stand. In the beginning God made the world. The world flowed from God and God shaped it, filling it with light and life. God knew the world, but we chose not to know God. We turned from God, and though God sought us through patriarchs, matriarchs, and prophets, still we strayed. Our rebellion imperiled the fullness God intends for us, and when the world could bear no more, God sent Jesus, his Son. Among friends, gathered round a table, Jesus took bread, and, having blessed it, he broke the bread and gave it to his disciples saying, “This is my body which is given for you.” In the same way he took wine, and, having given thanks for it, he poured it and gave the cup to his disciples saying, “This cup is the new covenant with God, sealed with my blood. Take this and share it.” Lord Jesus Christ, present with us now, as we do in this place what you did in an upstairs room, breathe your Spirit upon us and upon this bread and wine, that they may be heaven’s food and drink for us, renewing, sustaining, and making us whole, and that we may be your body on earth, loving and caring for the world. Through, with, and for the love of Christ, we share this bread and cup in the unity of your Spirit, Father Almighty. Amen.
The Lord’s Prayer 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. 7
The Breaking of the Bread Celebrant Alleluia. Christ our Passover is sacrificed for us; People Therefore let us keep the feast. Alleluia.
The Invitation to Communion Celebrant
So, come to this table, you who have much faith, and you who would like to have more; you who have been to this sacrament often, and you who have not been for a long time. You who have tried to follow Jesus, and you who have fallen short. Come. It is Christ who invites you to meet him here. All are welcome and encouraged to receive Communion, whatever one’s Christian tradition.
Prayer after Communion (The people may stand or kneel.) Celebrant and People
Eternal Light, shine in our hearts. Eternal Power, be our strength. Eternal Wisdom, guide us as we serve you. Eternal Goodness, you have drawn us to your heart and united us in the Sacrament of Christ’s Body and Blood. Now grant that with all our heart, mind, and strength, we may evermore seek your face in all those we meet in the world. Amen.
The Blessing Life is short and we do not have much time to gladden the hearts of those who are traveling the journey with us. So be swift to love, and make haste to be kind. And the blessing of God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit be among you and remain with you always. Amen.
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Christ be with me
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Words att. Patrick (372-466), tr. Cecil Frances Alexander (1818-1895) ~ DEIDRE, Irish melody, harm. Ralph Vaughan Williams (1872-1958) Music ©1982 The Church Pension Fund; All rights reserved. CCL# 11426131; onelicense.net # 726591-A
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 Irish Tune Becky Baxter, Music Coordinator and Harpist for The Well Dr. Kimberly Clark, flautist Sally Keller, cellist The Book of Remembrance This week we remember Eugene Decker Manly. The Beauty of Flowers The flowers on the Cathedral Altar are given to the glory of God and lovingly in honor of Shirley Davis by Keith Davis and Rick Newlin.
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Welcome
Sunday, November 19, 2023 Announcements TODAY Tea & Talk • Following The Well, join us from 5:45–6:10 p.m. in the Bookstore and Latham Lobby, as we gather for fellowship and refreshments. The Anglican Way • This evening marks the final session from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in Sanders Hall. Learn more at: www.christchurchcathedral.org/anglicanway Make your Every Member Canvass Pledge • Last week was Loyalty Sunday, but there’s still time to make your annual pledge! We invite you to join us as we renew our financial commitment to our beloved Cathedral. 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. Alternative Giving Market (AGM) • The AGM provides an opportunity to remember friends, family, and co-workers by making gifts in their honor to non-profit, charitable organizations. Weren’t able to join us this morning? You can still purchase gifts well into December. Learn more: www.christchurchcathedral.org/agm Poinsettia Memorial • Poinsettias can be given in memory or honor of someone special this Christmas for $15 per plant. You may visit with Lisa Viktorin (lviktorin@ christchurchcathedral.org) in the Cloister to place an order Sundays Nov. 26 and Dec. 3, or order online at: www. christchurchcathedral.org/poinsettias Advent Wreath Making • Come to Reynolds Hall on Sunday, Nov. 26 at 10 a.m. where we will supply your family with all you need to create an Advent wreath, along with a follow-along-at-home liturgy to guide you through your expectant waiting for the coming of the Christ child. The suggested donation for an Advent wreath is $25. Donations help to defray the cost of the supplies. Scholarships are available. 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 For more information about these and other events at the Cathedral, visit www.christchurchcathedral.org/events. 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 after the 5 p.m. service on the third Sunday every month. If you would like a tour, meet the tour guide by the eagle lectern.
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