THE NINTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
AUGUST 10, 2025
WELCOME
FROM THE RECTOR
The Rev. Dr. Christopher D. Girata
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We’re so glad you’ve joined us at Saint Michael today. We’d love to get to know you better, so please take a moment to fill out the welcome card, either physically or digitally, that can be found on this page or in the pew back in front of you. Our Welcome Team members are in the hallways today to help you with anything you need.
As we approach the kickoff of a new school year, we encourage everyone to find some ways to plug into ministry. The music program invites all children and adults to consider singing in our choirs, either Choristers or the Saint Michael Choir. We are also preparing for a big month of service through Jubilee Park and Community Center and Foster Elementary, just to name a few. In addition, the Men of Saint Michael (MOSM) and the Women of Saint Michael (WOSM) are kicking off their new programming year and you’re invited to join them! To sign up to help with our service, or for more about our ministry programs, please pick up a copy of the Sunday News
As we prepare to worship together, I invite you to take a moment and center yourself on God’s presence. Worshiping, learning, and giving together help us grow closer to who God created us to be, and you’re part of that work. May God bless you today and every day, and I hope to see you again very soon!
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Welcome
Joy: A EuchArist for childrEn
The Lighting Of The Christ Candle
“The Light Of Christ”
The light of Christ has come into the world.
The light of Christ has come into the world.
Public Domain
The Opening Song
“Rejoice In The Lord Always”
Rejoice in the Lord always, and again I say rejoice!
Rejoice in the Lord always, and again I say rejoice!
Rejoice! Rejoice! And again I say rejoice!
Rejoice! Rejoice! And again I say rejoice!
Public Domain
The Opening Sentences
Celebrant
Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
People And blessed be his kingdom, now and for ever. Amen.
The Collect
Celebrant The Lord be with you.
People And also with you.
Celebrant Let us pray.
Celebrant
Dear God, you have given us so much: family, friends, a place to sleep at night, food, and some great toys. Keep us from having the things we own be more important than our friendship with God. Amen.
Standing
Please be seated.
The Gospel Procession
“I Have Decided To Follow Jesus”
I have decided to follow Jesus. I have decided to follow Jesus. I have decided to follow Jesus. No turning back, no turning back.
Other verses
Though none go with me, still I will follow. The cross I’ll carry ‘til I see Jesus. The cross before me, the world behind me.
Public Domain
The Bible Story
The Song After The Story
“Awesome God”
Our God is an awesome God. He reigns from heaven above. With wisdom, pow’r, and love. Our God is an awesome God.
Music by Rich Mullins © 1988 BMG Songs, Inc. (Admin. by BMG Music Publishing); CCLI #1718120
Standing
The Children’s Creed
All I believe in God the Father, who has made me and all the world. I believe in God the Son, who has loved me and saved me. I believe in God the Holy Spirit, who is in me and all creation.
The Sunday School Prayer
All God be in my head.
God be in my heart.
God be in my left hand.
God be in my right hand.
God be in my whole life.
Thanks be to God. Amen.
Additional Prayers and Silence
Reader Let us thank God for our families, friends, and our pets.
We pray to you, O Lord.
People Lord, hear our prayer.
Reader Let us praise God for God’s love and goodness, and for our blessings. We pray to you, O Lord.
People Lord, hear our prayer.
Reader Let us pray to God to help others.
We pray to you, O Lord.
People Lord, hear our prayer.
Reader Let us ask God for the things we need; may we enjoy the food we eat, the home we live in, the health that we have, and when we are sick that we may be well soon.
We pray to you, O Lord.
People Lord, hear our prayer.
Please be seated for the Announcements.
The Children’s Confession
Celebrant For the times we have hurt others.
People Forgive us, God.
Celebrant For the times we have acted selfishly.
People Forgive us, God.
Celebrant For the times we have been slow to forgive others.
People Forgive us, God.
Celebrant For the times we have not remembered your love for us.
People Forgive us, God.
The Peace
Celebrant The peace of the Lord be always with you.
People And also with you.
The Birthday Blessing
All Watch over your children, O Lord, as their days increase; bless and guide them wherever they may be. Strengthen them when they stand; comfort them when discouraged or sorrowful; raise them up if they fall; and in their hearts may your peace which passes understanding abide all the days of their life; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
“Standing
In The Need Of Prayer”
Refrain
It’s me, it’s me, O Lord, standing in the need of prayer. It’s me, it’s me, O Lord, standing in the need of prayer.
Not my brother, not my sister, but it’s me, O Lord, standing in the need of prayer.
Not my brother, not my sister, but it’s me, O Lord, standing in the need of prayer. Refrain.
Not the preacher, not the deacon, but it’s me, O Lord, standing in the need of prayer.
Not the preacher, not the deacon, but it’s me, O Lord, standing in the need of prayer. Refrain.
Not my father, not my mother, but it’s me, O Lord, standing in the need of prayer.
Not my father, not my mother, but it’s me, O Lord, standing in the need of prayer. Refrain.
© 1989 The United Methodist Publishing House (Admin. by The Copyright Company); CCLI # 1718120
The Doxology
Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; praise him, all creatures here below; praise him above, ye heavenly host: praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost.
“Praise God, from whom all blessings flow“ Old 100th Hymn 380, v. 3
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Standing
All baptized persons of any age regardless of their denomination and tradition are welcome to share in the banquet of the Lord’s Supper.
Prayers Over The Bread & Wine To Thank God For Jesus
Celebrant
The Lord be with you.
People And also with you.
Celebrant Lift up your hearts.
People We lift them to the Lord.
Eucharistic prayer continues.
Celebrant Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. People It is right to give him thanks and praise.
The Lord’s Prayer
All 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 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. Members of the congregation may come forward to receive Communion from the Celebrant.
Communion Songs
“He’s Got The Whole World In His Hands”
Refrain
He’s got the whole world in His hands.
He’s got the whole world in His hands.
He’s got the whole world in His hands.
He’s got the whole world in His hands.
He’s got the little tiny babies in his hands.
He’s got the little tiny babies in his hands.
He’s got the little tiny babies in his hands.
He’s got the little tiny babies in his hands. Refrain.
He’s got you and me, brother, in his hands.
He’s got you and me, sister, in his hands.
He’s got you and me, brother, in his hands.
He’s got the whole world in his hands. Refrain.
Public Domain
“Let Us Break Bread Together”
Let us break bread together on our knees. Let us break bread together on our knees.
When I fall on my knees, with my face to the rising sun, Oh Lord, have mercy on me.
Let us drink wine together on our knees. Let us drink wine together on our knees. When I fall on my knees, with my face to the rising sun, Oh Lord, have mercy on me.
Let us praise God together on our knees.
Let us praise God together on our knees. When I fall on my knees, with my face to the rising sun, Oh Lord, have mercy on me.
African-American Spiritual, Public Domain
Please join in the singing of the Communion songs.
“Amazing Grace”
Amazing grace! How sweet the sound, that saved a wretch like me!
I once was lost, but now am found, was blind, but now I see!
‘Twas grace that taught my heart to fear, and grace my fears relieved; How precious did that grace appear the hour I first believed.
The Lord has promised good to me, His word my hope secures; He will my shield and portion be as long as life endures.
Through many dangers, toils, and snares, I have already come; ‘tis grace has brought me safe thus far, and grace will lead me home.
When we’ve been there ten thousand years, bright shining as the sun, We’ve no less days to sing God’s praise than when we’d first begun.
Words: St. 1-4 John Newton (1725-1807), St. 5 attributed to John Rees, fl. 1859. Public Domain
“I Am The Light Of The World”
I am the light of the world, I am the light of the world, whoever follows me, will never walk in the dark, will never walk in the dark, but have the light of life.
© 1991 CRC Publications; CCLI #1718120
Thank You To God For Our Time Together
All Thank you, Jesus, for this Holy Meal. Thank you for giving us this Holy Food that gives each of us the gift of life. And thank you for caring for us. Amen.
A Blessing
The Dismissal
Celebrant Let us go forth in the name of Christ. People Thanks be to God.
The Closing Song
“Shine, Jesus, Shine”
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, fill this land with the Father’s glory. Blaze, Spirit, blaze, set our hearts on fire. Flow, river, flow, flood the nations with grace and mercy.
Send forth Your Word Lord, and let there be light.
Public Domain
Song permission granted by CCLI License #171820 & Hymn permission used by Rite Song, a one-time use reprint license for congregational use. The foregoing text of the worship service contained in this order of worship is taken from the Book of Common Prayer 1979.The Book of Common Prayer alone is of authority in the worship of the Episcopal Church.
This program is provided for convenience of use on this occasion.
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Joy! A Children’s Service
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Formation for all ages will resume on August 17. Read below to learn more about upcoming classes.
Adults
Engaging The Word: Testimony To A Blessed Hope
August 17 – 24 | Room 203 | Led by the Rev. Matthew Crownover
This series explores strategies for gaining spiritual depth through regular Bible study.
Faith And Practice: Mysticism & Anglican Spirituality
August 17 – 31 | Room 201 | Led by the Rev. Dr. Andrew Grosso
Explore key Genesis stories as God begins to reveal his presence in the world.
Class For Parents: Let’s Taco About Fall
August 17 | Room 212
Meet with Formation Directors to hear about the upcoming year and ways to engage your family in spiritual formation.
Saint Michael 101: New Member and Adult Confirmation
August 17 – December 21 | Room 200
This 12-part series explores our mission, ministries, Episcopal traditions, worship, and how we live out our faith through discipleship.
11 AM
Contemporary Church
Traditional
Saint Michael Chapel
5:30 PM
Traditional
Saint Michael Chapel
Youth
Middle School: 6th and 7th Grade
Confirmation: 8th Grade
High School: 9th – 12th Grade
Children
Godly Play: PreK – 1st Grade (Ages 3 – 7)
PreK (Room 213) | Kindergarten (Room 211) | 1st Grade (Room 208)
One Family of Faith: 2nd – 3rd Grade | Room 209
Launch 45: 4th – 5th Grade | Room 207
Nursery available in rooms 19 & 20 in school hallway. Enter through Chapel or Sunday Education Wing entrance. See map for details.