The Holy Eucharist Rite II
The Prelude calls us to prepare for worship. Please silence your cell phone, end any conversations you may be having, and use the music to mentally bring you into sacred space. Child-care is available for children under age 6; please ask an usher for directions; all children are welcome in worship, and we encourage parents to bring children to Communion.
PRELUDE How bright appears the Morning Star
Dieterich Buxtehude
A bell sounds. All stand as they are able.
ENTRANCE HYMN 616 · Es flog ein kleins Waldvögelein (see pg 16)
Sung by all, standing.
THE ACCLAMATION
Celebrant Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. People And blessed be his kingdom, now and forever. Amen.
GLORIA IN EXCELSIS Hymnal S278
William Mathias
THE COLLECT OF THE DAY
Celebrant The Lord be with you. People And also with you. Celebrant Let us pray.
Give us grace, O Lord, to answer readily the call of our Savior Jesus Christ and proclaim to all people the Good News of his salvation, that we and the whole world may perceive the glory of his marvelous works; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
THE FIRST READING Nehemiah 8:1-3, 5-6, 8-10
All the people of Israel gathered together into the square before the Water Gate. They told the scribe Ezra to bring the book of the law of Moses, which the Lord had given to Israel. Accordingly, the priest Ezra brought the law before the assembly, both men and women and all who could hear with understanding. This was on the first day of the seventh month. He read from it facing the square before the Water Gate from early morning until midday, in the presence of the men and the women and those who could understand; and the ears of all the people were attentive to the book of the law. And Ezra opened the book in the sight of all the people, for he was standing above all the people; and when he opened it, all the people stood up. Then Ezra blessed the Lord, the great God, and all the people answered, “Amen, Amen,” lifting up their hands. Then they bowed their heads and worshiped the Lord with their faces to the ground. So they read from the book, from the law of God, with interpretation. They gave the sense, so that the people understood the reading. And Nehemiah, who was the governor, and Ezra the priest and scribe, and the Levites who taught the people said to all the people, “This day is holy to the Lord your God; do not mourn or weep.” For all the people wept when they heard the words of the law. Then he said to them, “Go your way, eat the fat and drink sweet wine and send portions of them to those for whom nothing is prepared, for this day is holy to our Lord; and do not be grieved, for the joy of the Lord is your strength.”
Reader The Word of the Lord. People Thanks be to God.
PSALM 19
Read by all, remaining seated
The heavens declare the glory of God, * and the firmament shows his handiwork. One day tells its tale to another, * and one night imparts knowledge to another.
Although they have no words or language, * and their voices are not heard, Their sound has gone out into all lands, * and their message to the ends of the world.
In the deep has he set a pavilion for the sun; * it comes forth like a bridegroom out of his chamber; it rejoices like a champion to run its course. It goes forth from the uttermost edge of the heavens and runs about to the end of it again; * nothing is hidden from its burning heat.
The law of the Lord is perfect and revives the soul; * the testimony of the Lord is sure and gives wisdom to the innocent. The statutes of the Lord are just and rejoice the heart; * the commandment of the Lord is clear and gives light to the eyes.
The fear of the Lord is clean and endures for ever; * the judgments of the Lord are true and righteous altogether. More to be desired are they than gold, more than much fine gold, * sweeter far than honey, than honey in the comb.
By them also is your servant enlightened, * and in keeping them there is great reward. Who can tell how often he offends? * cleanse me from my secret faults.
Above all, keep your servant from presumptuous sins; let them not get dominion over me; * then shall I be whole and sound, and innocent of a great offense. Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in your sight, *
O Lord, my strength and my redeemer.
THE SECOND LESSON
1 Corinthians 12:12-31a
Just as the body is one and has many members, and all the members of the body, though many, are one body, so it is with Christ. For in the one Spirit we were all baptized into one body--Jews or Greeks, slaves or free--and we were all made to drink of one Spirit. Indeed, the body does not consist of one member but of many. If the foot would say, “Because I am not a hand, I do not belong to the body,” that would not make it any less a part of the body. And if the ear would say, “Because I am not an eye, I do not belong to the body,” that would not make it any less a part of the body. If the whole body were an eye, where would the hearing be? If the whole body were hearing, where would the sense of smell be? But as it is, God arranged the members in the body, each one of them, as he chose. If all were a single member, where would the body be? As it is, there are many members, yet one body. The eye cannot say to the hand, “I have no need of you,” nor again the head to the feet, “I have no need of you.” On the contrary, the members of the body that seem to be weaker are indispensable, and those members of the body that we think less honorable we clothe with greater honor, and our less respectable members are treated with greater respect; whereas our more respectable members do not need this. But God has so arranged the body, giving the greater honor to the inferior member, that there may be no dissension within the body, but the members may have the same care for one another. If one member suffers, all suffer together with it; if one member is honored, all rejoice together with it. Now you are the body of Christ and individually members of it. And God has appointed in the church first apostles, second prophets, third teachers; then deeds of power, then gifts of healing, forms of assistance, forms of leadership, various kinds of tongues. Are all apostles? Are all prophets? Are all teachers? Do all work miracles? Do all possess gifts of healing? Do all speak in tongues? Do all interpret? But strive for the greater gifts.
Reader The Word of the Lord.
People Thanks be to God.
SEQUENCE HYMN 72 · Richmond (see pg 17)
Sung by all, standing.
THE HOLY GOSPEL Luke 4:14-21
Deacon The Holy Gospel of Our Lord Jesus Christ according to Luke. People Glory to you, Lord Christ.
Jesus, filled with the power of the Spirit, returned to Galilee, and a report about him spread through all the surrounding country. He began to teach in their synagogues and was praised by everyone. When he came to Nazareth, where he had been brought up, he went to the synagogue on the sabbath day, as was his custom. He stood up to read, and the scroll of the prophet Isaiah was given to him. He unrolled the scroll and found the place where it was written: “The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he has anointed me to bring good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim release to the captives and recovery of sight to the blind, to let the oppressed go free, to proclaim the year of the Lord’s favor.” And he rolled up the scroll, gave it back to the attendant, and sat down. The eyes of all in the synagogue were fixed on him. Then he began to say to them, “Today this scripture has been fulfilled in your hearing.”
Reader The Gospel of the Lord. People Praise to you, Lord Christ.
THE HOMILY The Reverend Victoria Lewis
THE NICENE CREED
Said by all
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. 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.
PARISH ANNOUNCEMENTS
THE PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE
The Prayers of the People are one of the most important parts of the liturgy. We include prayers for the universal Church, the world and our local community, those in need, the sick and suffering, and the dying. In addition to the printed prayers, we are invited to pray for those concerns in our own hearts. You may stand or kneel during this time.
The Deacon reads the intercessions for the parish. Then the leader says In peace, we pray to you, Lord God.
Intercessor For all people in their daily life and work; People For our families, friends, and neighbors, and for those who are alone.
Intercessor For this community, the nation, and the world; People For all who work for justice, freedom, and peace.
Intercessor For the just and proper use of your creation; People For the victims of hunger, fear, injustice, and oppression.
Intercessor For the guidance and wisdom of the Holy Spirit as we work towards an anti-racist society.
People For racial justice in our church, our city, our nation and in the world.
Intercessor For all who are in danger, sorrow, or any kind of trouble; People For those who minister to the sick, the friendless, and the needy.
Intercessor For the peace and unity of the Church of God; People For all who proclaim the Gospel, and all who seek the Truth.
Intercessor For Sean, our Presiding Bishop; Matthew, Allen and Mary, our own Bishops; and for all the clergy and people; People For all who serve God in the Church.
Intercessor For the special needs and concerns of this congregation.
Silence may be kept. Personal petitions are invited either silently or aloud.
Intercessor Hear us, Lord; People For your mercy is great.
Intercessor We thank you, Lord, for all the blessings of this life.
Silence may be kept. Personal thanksgivings are invited either silently or aloud.
Intercessor We will exalt you, O God our King; People And praise your Name for ever and ever.
Intercessor We pray for all who have died, that they may have a place in your eternal kingdom.
Silence may be kept. Names of those remembered may be said either silently or aloud.
Lord, let your loving-kindness be upon them; People Who put their trust in you.
Intercessor We pray to you also for the forgiveness of our sins.
Said by all
Have mercy upon us, most merciful Father; in your compassion forgive us our sins, known and unknown, things done and left 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.
The Celebrant says the Absolution 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.
THE PEACE
Celebrant The peace of the Lord be always with you. People And also with you.
Then the Ministers and People greet each other in the name of the Lord. Then the Celebrant says an offertory sentence.
THE OFFERTORY
After the peace, the celebrant invites the people to offer their gifts to God. This is a time when we are asked to think intentionally about how we can give back to the Church in support of God’s mission in an effort to make our own proclamation of the Good News. It is important to remember that gifts come in many forms including time, talent, and treasure. What gifts can you give to God, and share with others today?
During the Offertory a hymn or anthem is sung. The gifts of money are brought with the bread and wine for the Eucharist to the altar and presented to God.
OFFERTORY ANTHEM
Heinrich Schütz
Give to Jehovah, O ye mighty ones, give to Jehovah glory and power. Alleluia. Give to Jehovah the glory of His holy name. Worship ye the Lord God in holy array. Alleluia. Ev’ry nation calls upon thee, and sings praise to Thee, sings praises to Thy glory. Alleluia.
OFFERTORY HYMN 632 · Munich (see pg 18)
Sung by all, standing.
THE GREAT THANKSGIVING
The Celebrant continues 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 forever sing this hymn to proclaim the glory of your Name.
SANCTUS & BENEDICTUS Hymnal S128
William Mathias
THE EUCHARISTIC PRAYER Prayer B, The Book of Common Prayer, p. 367
All are invited to stand or kneel while the Eucharistic Prayer is read by the Celebrant. During the prayer, the Celebrant says Therefore, according to his command, O Father,
Celebrant and People We remember his death, We proclaim his resurrection, We await his coming in glory;
The Celebrant concludes
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.
As our Savior Christ has taught us, we now pray,
Said by all
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 for ever. Amen.
THE BREAKING OF THE BREAD
The Celebrant breaks the bread. A short period of silence follows.
Celebrant Alleluia. Christ our Passover is sacrificed for us. People Therefore let us keep the feast. Alleluia.
INVITATION
Celebrant The gifts of God for the people of God.
HOLY COMMUNION
This is the Lord’s Table; all are welcome to come forward. Please follow the ushers’ directions, coming down the center aisle. Gluten free wafers are available from the Priest on the pulpit side of the altar. If you are not baptized, or do not wish to receive, you are encouraged to come forward for a blessing. Signal this by crossing your arms across your chest.
After receiving Communion, please return to your pew via the nearest side aisle, crossing over at the rear (by the font) as needed.
COMMUNION MOTET
Gerald Near
Now the silence, now the peace, Now the empty hands uplifted; Now the kneeling, now the plea, Now the Father’s arms in welcome; Now the hearing, now the power, Now the vessel brimmed for pouring; Now the body, now the blood, Now the joyful celebration; Now the wedding, now the songs, Now the heart forgiven, leaping; Now the Spirit’s visitation, Now the Son’s epiphany; Now the Father’s blessing, Now, now, now.
Then the glory, Then the rest Then the sabbath peace unbroken Then the garden, Then the throne Then the crystal river flowing Then the splendor, Then the life Then the new creation singing Then the marriage, Then the love Then the feast of joy unending Then the knowing, Then the light Then the ultimate adventure Then the Spirit’s harvest gathered Then the lamb in majesty Then the Father’s Amen Then Then Then.
POSTCOMMUNION HYMN 539 · Tidings (see pg 19)
Sung by all, standing.
POSTCOMMUNION PRAYER
Said by all.
Eternal God, heavenly Father, you have graciously accepted us as living members of your Son our 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.
THE BLESSING
May Christ, the Son of God, be manifest in you that your lives may be a light to the world: and blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
THE DISMISSAL
The Deacon bids the Dismissal.
Deacon Let us go forth in the name of Christ. People Thanks be to God.
POSTLUDE How bright appears the Morning Star Dieterich Buxtehude
SUNDAY JANUARY 26 Epiphany 3
9:15 am Holy Eucharist*
10:20 am Text Talk
11:15 am Holy Eucharist*
1:00 pm Guest Speaker Series DR
MONDAY JANUARY 27
12:00 pm Holy Eucharist
7:00 pm AA Aud
7:00 pm Antiracism Discussion Group Zoom
TUESDAY JANUARY 28
12:00 pm Holy Eucharist
7:00 pm AA Aud
WEDNESDAY JANUARY 29
12:00 pm Holy Eucharist
6:00 pm Vespers Chapel
7:00 pm AA Aud
THURSDAY JANUARY 30
12:00 pm Holy Eucharist 7:00 pm Friends of Shelly LH 7:00 pm Centering Prayer Zoom
FRIDAY JANUARY 31
12:00 pm Holy Eucharist 7:00 pm AA Aud
SATURDAY FEBRUARY 1
2:00 pm Community Closet LH 4:00 pm Art & Acceptance School Aud
SUNDAY FEBRUARY 2 Presentation
10:30 am Holy Eucharist* 12:00 pm Annual Meeting Aud
* Childcare for children ages 6 and under is available.
Parish Intercessions
Parish Intercessions are read during services and/or circulated to our Intercessory Prayer Group. Persons listed below are prayed for weekdays by name at the 12pm Eucharist and on other occasions throughout the week. Due to the large need, the list is kept to family, loved ones, and close friends of parishioners only; names remain on the list for two weeks. To add a name, provide an update, or to have a name removed from the list, please e-mail prayerlist@stlukeinthefields.org or call the front office at 212.924.0562.
For Those Who are Ill or in Need of Intercession
Joanne Barnes, mother of Anthony
John Cooney
Bruce Ford
Eben Hansmeier & David Chang
Irma Payne, friend of Dan Connelly
Natalia Payne, friend of Dan Connelly
Anna Marie Wieder
For Those Who Have Recently Died
Al Cetta
Larry Condon, friend of Cindy Brome
Phyllis Wise
For Those Whose Memorial of Death Falls
This Week
Stannie Anderson, mother of Michael S. Anderson
Stephen Cummings, family of Phillip Cheah
Margaret Wathan Herbert, grandmother of David Scheller-Schuller
J.W. Johnson, father of Tina Johnson Hattan
Leonard P. Markert, Jr., father of Patty Aakre
Milton Semel, father of Goldalee KatsanisSemel
For Those Expecting the Birth of a Child
Mary-Grace Reeder & Robertson “Mac”
McAnulty
For Those Preparing for Marriage
Natalie Bryt & Nickolas Mannarino
Hannah Mix & Grant Hattenhauer
For Those Adults in the Catechumenate process
John “Jack” Beeson (Confirmation)
Diana Yichu Cao (Baptism)
Bella (Confirmation)
Robertson “Mac” McAnulty (Renewal of Vows)
Trent McKnight (Reception)
Dawood Tanveer ( Confirmation)
Grady Tarplee (Confirmation)
For our Parish of St Luke in the Fields
The Stewardship Committee, and for our stewardship of the gifts God has given to us
Diocesan Cycle of Prayer
Church of Our Savior, Manhattan
Anglican Cycle of Prayer
The Episcopal/Anglican Province of Alexandria
The Church of St. Luke in the Fields
487 Hudson Street New York, NY 10014 | Telephone: 212.924.0562 | Email: info@stlukeinthefields.org Please email any clergy member in the event of an emergency. Website: www.stlukeinthefields.org
The Reverend Caroline Stacey, Rector 212.924.0562 | cstacey@stlukeinthefields.org
The Reverend Andrew Ancona, Senior Associate | 212.924.9327 aancona@stlukeinthefields.org
David Shuler, Director of Music & Organist 212.633.2167 | dshuler@stlukeinthefields.org
The Reverend Victoria Lewis, School Chaplain & Associate 212.924.5960 | vlewis@stlukeinthefields.org
The Reverend Thomas Miller, Assisting Clergy
ADMINISTRATION
Craig King, Director of Business and Financial Operations | 212.633.7817 cking@stlukeinthefields.org
Devon Cooper, Senior Accountant 212.924.1523 dcooper@stlukeinthefields.org
Anthony Serrano, Facilities Director 212.924.3080 aserrano@stlukeinthefields.org
Hannah Sohn, Outreach & Development Manager | 212.414.7442 hsohn@stlukeinthefields.org
Amina Syedullah, Communications Manager 212.647.1837 asyedullah@stlukeinthefields.org
Andrew Forell, Archivist 212.924.0562 aforell@stlukeinthefields.org
Elana Steinberg, Thrift Shop Manager 212.924.9364 esteinberg@stlukeinthefields.org
Lily Del Rosso, Parish Office Administrator 212.924.0562 edelrosso@stlukeinthefields.org
ST. LUKE’S SCHOOL
Tracy Fedonchik, Head of School 212.924.5960 | www.stlukeschool.org
ST. LUKE’S VESTRY: Vestry@stlukeinthefields.org
Theresa Goldsborough & Michael Cudney, Wardens
Donald Conrad
Bruce Goerlich
Michael Hudson
Samuel Jordan
Celina KhuryMorejon
Valerie Komor
Jack Spencer
Grady Tarplee
Naveen Thacker, Clerk
Non Voting
David Moody, Treasurer
Doug Houston, Recording Secretary
February Vestry On Call: Michael Cudney (917.374.9138) Grady Tarplee (949.378.3420)
