Thank you for coming and joining us for worship today. We are grateful for your presence with us. If you are worshipping with us for the first time, we ask you to please see an usher to fill out either the guest book or a visitor card so that we might appropriately respond to your presence with us.
The congregation’s spoken parts (which are in bold) and hymns of the liturgy are found in this bulletin. Hymns have been taken from either the Hymnal 1982 or Lift Every Voice and Sing.
The Sunday School classroom, Parish Hall, and a unisex bathroom are accessed through the hallway on the north side of the sanctuary. The doors on the left side of the sanctuary will take you to this hallway.
At the time of the distribution of Communion, the ushers will invite interested individuals to come forward by row to the altar rail to receive either the Sacrament or a blessing from the priest (either standing or kneeling). In the Episcopal Church, all baptized Christians regardless of age and denomination are invited to receive the Sacrament. To receive the Sacrament, extend your hands and you will be offered the blessed bread and wine in a self-contained kit to consume at the rail. If you desire to receive a blessing instead of the Sacrament, fold your arms over your heart as a sign to the priest, who will offer you a blessing.
We hope that your time today is spiritually nourishing and look forward to the possibility of welcoming you again soon. May God bless you today with joy and peace.
Physical Posture
At various times in the liturgy the congregation stands, sits, and kneels. Traditionally we stood to praise God, kneeled to pray, and sat to hear the Word of God. Over time, standing has come to be understood as an equally appropriate physical posture for prayer. Through the bulletin you will find italicized notations where we tend to move from one posture to another. At all times, however, know that you are welcome and encouraged to do that which seems appropriate for you physically and spiritually.
Live Stream Notice
Please be advised that this public service of worship will be live streamed, and that your image and or that of any image of any children or vulnerable persons in your care may be shown by way of Zoom, YouTube, or other social media platforms. Your presence in Church communicates your agreement and willingness to be photographed, filmed, and or otherwise recorded, and you also agree to the use of such images in any and all media.
THE WORD OF GOD
Prelude (at 10:30am)
“Although I Speak with Angel’s Tongue” Diemer
Entrance Hymn (at 10:30am)
Please stand as able and sing.
“Go Forward Christian Soldier” Hymnal 1982, #563
Introit (at 10:30am)
Opening Acclamation
Celebrant Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. People And blessed be his kingdom, now and forever. 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
8:00 AM
Glory to God in the highest, and peace to his people on earth.
Lord God, heavenly King, almighty God and Father, we worship you, we give you thanks, we praise you for your glory.
Lord Jesus Christ, only Son of the Father, Lord God, Lamb of God, you take away the sin of the world: have mercy on us; you are seated at the right hand of the Father: receive our prayer.
For you alone are the Holy One, you alone are the Lord, you alone are the Most High, Jesus Christ, with the Holy Spirit, in the glory of God the Father. Amen
10:30 AM. Please sing as able. Hymnal 1982, #S 280
Collect of the Day
Please stand as able.
Celebrant The Lord be with you People And also with you. Let us pray.
Almighty God, whose Son our Savior Jesus Christ is the light of the world: Grant that your people, illumined by your Word and Sacraments, may shine with the radiance of Christ's glory, that he may
be known, worshipped, and obeyed to the ends of the earth; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Lessons
Please be seated.
A reading from the prophet Isaiah. Isaiah 62:1-5
For Zion's sake I will not keep silent, and for Jerusalem's sake I will not rest, until her vindication shines out like the dawn, and her salvation like a burning torch. The nations shall see your vindication, and all the kings your glory; and you shall be called by a new name that the mouth of the LORD will give. You shall be a crown of beauty in the hand of the LORD, and a royal diadem in the hand of your God. You shall no more be termed Forsaken, and your land shall no more be termed Desolate; but you shall be called My Delight Is in Her, and your land Married; for the LORD delights in you, and your land shall be married. For as a young man marries a young woman, so shall your builder marry you, and as the bridegroom rejoices over the bride, so shall your God rejoice over you
Lector The Word of the Lord.
People Thanks be to God.
Psalm 36:5-10
Please join in reading together.
5 Your love, O LORD, reaches to the heavens, * and your faithfulness to the clouds.
6 Your righteousness is like the strong mountains, your justice like the great deep; * you save both man and beast, O LORD.
7 How priceless is your love, O God! * your people take refuge under the shadow of your wings.
8 They feast upon the abundance of your house; * you give them drink from the river of your delights.
9 For with you is the well of life, * and in your light we see light.
10 Continue your loving-kindness to those who know you, * and your favor to those who are true of heart.
A reading from Paul’s first letter to the Corinthians. 1 Corinthians 12:1-11
Now concerning spiritual gifts, brothers and sisters, I do not want you to be uninformed. You know that when you were pagans, you were enticed and led astray to idols that could not speak. Therefore I want you to understand that no one speaking by the Spirit of God ever says "Let Jesus be cursed!" and no one can say "Jesus is Lord" except by the Holy Spirit.
Now there are varieties of gifts, but the same Spirit; and there are varieties of services, but the same Lord; and there are varieties of activities, but it is the same God who activates all of them in everyone. To each is given the manifestation of the Spirit for the common good. To one is given through the Spirit the utterance of wisdom, and to another the utterance of knowledge according to the same Spirit, to another faith by the same Spirit, to another gifts of healing by the one Spirit, to another the working of miracles, to another prophecy, to another the discernment of spirits, to another various kinds of tongues, to another the interpretation of tongues. All these are activated by one and the same Spirit, who allots to each one individually just as the Spirit chooses.
Lector The Word of the Lord. People Thanks be to God.
Gradual Hymn (at 10:30am)
Stand as able and sing verses 1,2,3 followed by the Gospel reading, and then verse 4,5,6.
“Blessed Martin, Pastor, Prophet”
LEVAS II, #46
Celebrant The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to John. John 2: 1-11 People Glory to you, Lord Christ.
On the third day there was a wedding in Cana of Galilee, and the mother of Jesus was there. Jesus and his disciples had also been invited to the wedding. When the wine gave out, the mother of Jesus said to him, "They have no wine." And Jesus said to her, "Woman, what concern is that to you and to me? My hour has not yet come." His mother said to the servants, "Do whatever he tells you." Now standing there were six stone water jars for the Jewish rites of purification, each holding twenty or thirty gallons. Jesus said to them, "Fill the jars with water." And they filled them up to the brim. He said to them, "Now draw some out, and take it to the chief steward." So they took it. When the steward tasted the water that had become wine, and did not know where it came from (though the servants who had drawn the water knew), the steward called the bridegroom and said to him, "Everyone serves the good wine first, and then the inferior wine after the guests have become drunk. But you have kept the good wine until now." Jesus did this, the first of his signs, in Cana of Galilee, and revealed his glory; and his disciples believed in him.
Celebrant The Gospel of the Lord. People Praise to you, Lord Christ.
Sermon
Nicene Creed Please stand as able. (Chant at 10:30 AM)
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: by the power of the Holy Spirit he became incarnate from the Virgin Mary, and was made man.
For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate; he suffered death and was buried.
Prayers of the People
The Leader and People pray responsively.
In peace, we pray to you, Lord God.
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. With the Father and the Son he is worshiped and glorified.
He 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.
For all people in their daily life and work; For our families, friends, and neighbors, and for those who are alone.
For this community, the nation, and the world;
For all who work for justice, freedom, and peace.
For the just and proper use of your creation;
For the victims of hunger, fear, injustice, and oppression.
For all who are in danger, sorrow, or any kind of trouble; For those who minister to the sick, the friendless, and the needy.
For the peace and unity of the Church of God;
For all who proclaim the Gospel, and all who seek the Truth.
For all bishops and other ministers;
For all who serve God in his Church.
For the special needs and concerns of this congregation. We pray especially for Tony Anderson, Hilma Avila, Maria Avila, Clifton Brooster, Sharon Brooster, Louis Brown, Mel Brown, Wellington
Bush, Margaret Davis, Denise Fleming, Alan Flynn, Daphaney Gordon, Stephanie Krawiec, James Linder, Nicholas Carl, Henry Hale, Leroy Hyde, Nuvin Hyde, Carol Jones, Laverne Kelly, Loretta Mann, Margretta Marchbank, Mark Martin, Sheila McKee, Delgra Moore, Dorothy Nisbeth, Barrington Spencer, Karen Scott, Roberta West as well as their caregivers. Hear us, Lord; For your mercy is great.
We thank you, Lord, for all the blessings of this life. We pray for those celebrating birthdays this week, including Janelle Finch (1/23). We also pray for those celebrating anniversaries. We will exalt you, O God our King; And praise your Name for ever and ever.
We pray for all who have died, that they may have a place in your eternal kingdom. Let light perpetual shine upon them.
Let us pray for our own needs and those of others.
At this time, you are invited to add your own petitions either silently or aloud. You are also invited to come up to the altar rail if you’d like an individual prayer for birthday, wedding anniversary, travel, healing, or any other request.
Celebrant: Almighty and eternal God, ruler of all things in heaven and earth: Mercifully accept the prayers of your people, and strengthen us to do your will; through Jesus Christ our Lord Amen.
Confession and Absolution
Please bow or kneel as able.
Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.
Most merciful God, we confess that we have sinned against you in thought, word, and deed, by what we have done, and by what we have left undone. We have not loved you with our whole heart; we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.
We are truly sorry and we humbly repent. For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ, have mercy on us and forgive us; that we may delight in your will, and walk in your ways, to the glory of your Name. Amen.
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.
Peace
Celebrant The peace of Christ be always with you. People And also with you.
You are invited to greet those around you with the words “Peace be with you” accompanied by a wave, peace sign, or handshake. Please be seated for some announcements. There’s much more to find out at the back of this bulletin.
THE HOLY COMMUNION
Offertory
Celebrant Walk in love, as Christ loved us and gave himself for us, an offering and sacrifice to God.
Offertory Music (at 10:30am)
“Every Time I Feel the Spirit” Hogan
Presentation
Please stand as able as the offering is brought to the altar.
8:00 AM
All things come of Thee, O Lord And of Thine own have we given Thee
10:30 AM All sing as able
To God be the glory, To God be the glory, To God be the glory
For all the things He has done!
THE GREAT THANKSGIVING
Please stand as able.
Celebrant The Lord 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 him thanks and praise.
With His blood He has saved me, With His pow’r He has raised me
To God be the glory For the things He has done.
It is right, and a good and joyful thing, always and everywhere to give thanks to you, Father Almighty, 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 Lord. 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:
8:00 AM
Holy, Holy, Holy Lord, God of power and might, heaven and earth are full of your glory.
Hosanna in the highest.
Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord. Hosanna in the highest.
10:30 AM. Please sing as able:
Please stand or kneel as able.
We give thanks to you, O God, for the goodness and love which you have made known to us in creation; in the calling of Israel to be your people; in your Word spoken through the prophets; and above all in the Word made flesh, Jesus, your Son. For in these last days you sent him to be incarnate from the Virgin Mary, to be the Savior and Redeemer of the world.
In him, you have delivered us from evil, and made us worthy to stand before you. In him, you have brought us out of error into truth, out of sin into righteousness, out of death into life.
On the night before he died for us, our Lord 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 he 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 many for the forgiveness of sins. Whenever you drink it, do this for the remembrance of me."
Therefore, according to his command, O Father, Celebrant and People:
We remember his death, We proclaim his resurrection, We await his coming in glory;
And we offer our sacrifice of praise and thanksgiving to you, O Lord of all; presenting to you, from your creation, this bread and this wine.
We pray you, gracious God, to send your Holy Spirit upon these gifts that they may be the Sacrament of the Body of Christ and his Blood of the new Covenant. Unite us to your Son in his sacrifice, that we may be acceptable through him, being sanctified by the Holy Spirit. In the fullness of time, put all things in subjection under your Christ, and bring us to that heavenly country where, with all your saints, we may enter the everlasting heritage of your sons and daughters; through Jesus Christ our Lord, the firstborn of all creation, the head of the Church, and the author of our salvation.
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.
And now, as our Savior Christ has taught us, we are bold to say, (Chant at 10:30AM)
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.
Breaking of the Bread
Celebrant Alleluia. Christ our Passover is sacrificed for us. People Therefore, let us keep the feast. Alleluia.
Fractional Anthem (at 10:30am)
All sing as able.
Lamb of God who takes away the sins of the world, have mercy on us. Lamb of God who takes away the sins of the world, have mercy on us. Lamb of God who takes away the sins of the world, grant us Thy peace.
Prayer for Spiritual Communion
(at 10:30am)
Celebrant and People:
In union, O Lord, with those gathered around your altar and with those who cannot be present, we offer you our praise and thanksgiving. We present to you our soul and body, that we may always be united to you. Although not everyone is able to share in the blessed bread and wine of this sacrament, we ask that everyone may spiritually receive you in their hearts. Let nothing ever separate us from you. May we live in you, and you in us, both in this life and in the life to come. Amen.
Distribution of Communion
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.
Please be seated. The ushers will invite you to the altar
Communion (at 10:30am)
Please sing as able.
“Spirit Song” LEVAS II, #118
Post
Communion Prayer
Please stand or kneel as able.
Almighty and everliving God, we thank you for feeding us with the spiritual food of the most precious Body and Blood of your Son our Savior Jesus Christ; and for assuring us in these holy mysteries that we are living members of the Body of your Son, and heirs of your eternal kingdom. And now, Father, send us out to do the work you have given us to do, to love and serve you as faithful witnesses of Christ our Lord. To him, to you, and to the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory, now and for ever. Amen.
Blessing
May Christ, the Son of God, be manifest in you, that your lives may be a light to the world; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
Recessional Hymn (at 10:30am)
Please sing as able.
“Lift Every Voice And Sing”
1 Lift ev’ry voice and sing, Till earth and heaven ring, Ring with the harmonies of liberty; Let our rejoicing rise
High as the list’ning skies, Let it resound loud as the rolling sea.
Sing a song full of the faith that the dark past has taught us; Sing a song full of the hope that the present has brought us; Facing the rising sun
Of our new day begun, Let us march on till victory is won.
2 Stony the road we trod, Bitter the chast’ning rod, Felt in the days when hope unborn had died; Yet with a steady beat, Have not our weary feet
Come to the place for which our fathers sighed?
We have come over away that with tears has been watered; We have come, treading our path through the blood of the slaughtered; Out from the gloomy past, Till now we stand at last
Where the white gleam of our bright star is cast.
LEVAS II, #1
3 God of our weary years, God of our silent tears, Thou who hast brought us thus far on the way; Thou who hast by thy might, Led us into the light, Keep us forever in the path, we pray.
Lest our feet stray from the places, our God, where we met thee; Lest our hearts, drunk with the wine of the world, we forget thee, Shadowed beneath Thy hand, May we forever stand, True to our God, true to our native land.
Choir Anthem (at 10:30am)
“Go Ye Now in Peace”
Dismissal
Celebrant Let us go forth in the name of Christ. People Thanks be to God.
Postlude (at 10:30am)
“We Shall Overcome” LEVAS II, #227
Parish Notes
Annual Meeting
The Parish Annual Meeting will take place on Sunday, February 2, after the 10:30am service Please join us as we reflect on the church’s work and accomplishments in 2024 and look forward to a year of ministry and growth in 2025. At the meeting we will also elect parishioners to serve in the vestry who will lead our community in the coming years. Please see next page for the vestry slate that will be voted on at the Annual Meeting.
Birthdays
Please remember upcoming birthdays: Janelle Finch (1/23), Vincent Saunders (1/28), Samuel Jordan (1/30), and Glenda John (1/30)
Black History Month
St. Edmund’s will celebrate Black History Month in the month of February honoring and recognizing the contributions and achievements of African Americans throughout history. We will have special programming during coffee hour on Sundays. More information will be coming soon.
Bible Study
Join the St. Edmund’s Bible Study Group every Tuesday at 6pm, either in the church conference room or via Zoom (tinyurl.com/stedmundsonline). No preparation is needed: just come as you are, as often as you can. We will end each session with some food.
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Vestry Slate for Annual Meeting
FOR CLASS OF 2028
Vincent E. Saunders, III
Vincent is a 2024 retiree from the Environmental Protection Agency. He is a business professional with an MBA and 50 years of public and private sector experience in managerial budgeting, finance, data management and administration. He is also a retired USAF Lieutenant Colonel with experience in human relations, base support and logistics.
Vince has been an active member of the church since 2012. A current member of St. Dunstan’s Choir, his previous ministries include the Men’s Club, Vestry, and the Clergy Search Committee. Vince looks forward to continuing to help St. Edmund’s thrive and offer his time and abilities in concert with others in the service and accomplishment of that objective.
Ralph J. Moore
Ralph J. Moore usually attends the 10:30 service. His service at St Edmund’s has included a previous position on the Vestry, Secretary of the Men’s Club, and the Counting Committee. Recently serving on the Search Committee, he had the luxury of not just learning of the church’s passion, but also identifying the challenges, strengths, and direction necessary to put in place the future for St. Edmund’s.
Ralph is currently employed as an Adjunct Psychology Professor at Prairie State and St. Augustine College, after retiring from a career servicing multiple populations in the field of mental health. His entire life has been dedicated to pleasing God by helping others. Ralph recognizes that St. Edmund’s is positioned not just to continue to build on its legacy, but to chart a future intergenerational course while preserving its rich cultural history and traditions.
Roxanne Smith
Roxanne Smith has been a member of St. Edmund’s for almost 20 years. Currently, she attends the 10:30am service, where she serves as a Lay Eucharistic Minister and she works with the Sunday School students.
Most recently she served as co-chair of the rector search committee. She formerly served as a vestry member in 2008-2009.
Her education and work life are in health care. In her spare time, she tries to keep three small people alive. She would be honored to serve again on the vestry and contribute to the life and growth of St. Edmund’s.
FOR FILLING VACANCY IN CLASS OF 2026
Renee Matthews
Dr. Renee Matthews is a passionate health advocate, seasoned media professional, and dedicated community leader. As the founder of Ask Dr. Renee, she has utilized her platform to address critical health topics such as allergies, asthma, and women's wellness, while also championing health equity in the Black community.
Dr. Renee has been a member of St. Edmunds since 2023, attends the 8:00am service, and is also an active participant in the church’s Bible study group, where she deepens her faith and connects with fellow congregants through meaningful discussions. Her gifts of communication, empathy, and strategic thinking would make her an invaluable asset to the Vestry, where she aims to bring fresh perspectives and impactful ideas to support the church’s mission and vision.
Blueberry Field Sharing Program
Thank you to Paul Holmes for arranging a sharing program with Blueberry Field Pancake House & Restaurant (558 E 162nd St, South Holland, IL, 708-255-1982). St. Edmund’s will receive 10% of receipts (excluding taxes, tip, and service charge). When paying, let the staff know you wish to sign for St. Edmund’s Church and write the church’s name and your name on the receipt. Please support this program. Restaurant information at blueberryfieldrestaurant.com
Christmas Donations
Many thanks to all who gave special donations for Christmas. Here is a list of donors:
Paul Holmes
Glenda John
Eloise Johnson
Roslyn S. Johnson
LaVerne Jordan
Jewel Kelley
Geraldine Law
Charisse Linder
Ivy Martinez
Sherman Wright
Jessica Sims
Little Free Library
Charlotte Mays
Johnnie Newton
Mary Payne
Robin & DeWayne Reeves
Vincent Saunders
Jacqueline Spillman
Roxanne Smith
David & Christy Vosburg
Philip & Kathleen Maskall
Mark & Berrenda Lewis
Please bring a book once a month to restock our Little Free Library. The Little Free Library is located near the entrance of St. Edmund’s parking lot. Anyone can take a book or leave a book at any time. Please add children's books to the bottom row and teen/adult books to the top row. Thank you for expanding book access, inspiring readers, and building community with each other and our neighbors.
Help Needed
We’re looking for a few volunteers to stay after coffee hour each Sunday to help set up the tables and chairs in the parish hall for the school. Your assistance would be greatly appreciated and would only take a little bit of your time. Thank you so much in advance for your help!
Serving Today
January 19, 2025
8:00 AM
Priest: Fr. Barnabas Pusnur
Lay Eucharistic Minister: Cheryl Harris
Lector: Patricia Harper
10:30AM
Priest: Fr. Barnabas Pusnur
Organist & Director of Music: Richard Evans
Lay Eucharistic Minister: Charisse Linder
Lector: Patrick Warner
Acolytes: Aubrey Wallace, Raven Wallace
Music: St. Dunstan’s Choir
Coffee Hour: Ebony and Phil Sipka
Staff
Fr. Barnabas E. Pusnur, Rector (bpusnur@stedmundschicago.org)
