Make or Renew Your Pledge Today saintlukesnyc.org/pledge
Stewardship is a part of our spiritual practice and Christian commitment to “work, pray, and give for the spread of the kingdom of God.” (BCP, pg 856) Consider deepening your commitment to St. Luke’s by making a pledge of your time, talent and treasure this fall season. Learn more about Stewardship and Giving on pg 21.
This Week & Upcoming
Music for the Nuns of San Vito
The Choir of St. Luke in the Fields
October 24 - 7:30pm (6:30pm Lecture)
Raphaella Aleotti and G.P. da Palestrina saintlukesnyc.org/concertseason
Season Subscription tickets are $135, General admission is $40, and Student and Senior tickets are $30.
All Souls Evensong & Book of Remembrance
Sunday, November 3 at 4pm
In preparation for All Souls Evensong, we invite you to include the names of your loved ones who have passed into the Book of Remembrance. The Book of Remembrance will be kept by the columbarium in the sanctuary. You can also email names to Amina in the parish house (asyedullah@stlukeinthefields.org).
Catechumens: Liturgy, Worship & The Prayer Book Sunday, November 10 at 1:15pm in Laughlin Hall
Our Adult Formation Fall sessions begin today after the 11:15 mass. All are welcome to join us in Laughlin Hall as we begin the Discovery Series. For more information, please see Fr. Ancona. A detailed booklet on the Catechumens can be found at the back of the church and at coffee hours.
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 Be joyful in the Lord
Giovanni Gabrieli
A bell sounds. All stand as they are able.
ENTRANCE HYMN 285 · Deus tuorum militum (see pg. 16)
THE ACCLAMATION
Celebrant Blessed be God: Father, Son and Holy Spirit. People And blessed be his kingdom, now and for ever. Amen.
GLORIA IN EXCELSIS
Robert Powell
Hymnal S280
THE COLLECT OF THE DAY
Celebrant The Lord be with you. People And also with you. Celebrant Let us pray.
Almighty God, who inspired your servant Luke the physician to set forth in the Gospel the love and healing power of your Son: Graciously continue in your Church this love and power to heal, to the praise and glory of your Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
All are seated.
LITURGY OF THE WORD
THE FIRST READING Ecclesiasticus 38:1-4,6-10,12-14
Honor physicians for their services, for the Lord created them; for their gift of healing comes from the Most High, and they are rewarded by the king. The skill of physicians makes them distinguished, and in the presence of the great they are admired. The Lord created medicines out of the earth, and the sensible will not despise them. And he gave skill to human beings that he might be glorified in his marvelous works. By them the physician heals and takes away pain; the pharmacist makes a mixture from them. God’s works will never be finished; and from him health spreads over all the earth. My child, when you are ill, do not delay, but pray to the Lord, and he will heal you. Give up your faults and direct your hands rightly, and cleanse your heart from all sin. Then give the physician his place, for the Lord created him; do not let him leave you, for you need him. There may come a time when recovery lies in the hands of physicians, for they too pray to the Lord that he grant them success in diagnosis and in healing, for the sake of preserving life.
Reader The Word of the Lord. People Thanks be to God.
PSALM 147
Read by all, remaining seated
Hallelujah! How good it is to sing praises to our God! * how pleasant it is to honor him with praise!
The Lord rebuilds Jerusalem; * he gathers the exiles of Israel.
He heals the brokenhearted * and binds up their wounds. He counts the number of the stars * and calls them all by their names.
Great is our Lord and mighty in power; * there is no limit to his wisdom.
The Lord lifts up the lowly, * but casts the wicked to the ground.
Sing to the Lord with thanksgiving; * make music to our God upon the harp.
THE
SECOND LESSON 2 Timothy 4:5-13
As for you, always be sober, endure suffering, do the work of an evangelist, carry out your ministry fully. As for me, I am already being poured out as a libation, and the time of my departure has come. I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. From now on there is reserved for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, will give me on that day, and not only to me but also to all who have longed for his appearing. Do your best to come to me soon, for Demas, in love with this present world, has deserted me and gone to Thessalonica; Crescens has gone to Galatia, Titus to Dalmatia. Only Luke is with me. Get Mark and bring him with you, for he is useful in my ministry. I have sent Tychicus to Ephesus. When you come, bring the cloak that I left with Carpus at Troas, also the books, and above all the parchments.
Reader The Word of the Lord. People Thanks be to God.
SEQUENCE HYMN 232 (stanza 2: Saint Luke - October 18) · Nyland (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.”
Deacon The Gospel of the Lord.
People Praise to you, Lord Christ.
THE SERMON The
Reverend Andrew Ancona
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.
Silence
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 Justin, the Archbishop of Canterbury; Michael, our Presiding Bishop; Sean, our Presiding Bishop-Elect; 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
Intercessor Hear us, Lord; People For your mercy is great.
Intercessor We thank you, Lord, for all the blessings of this life.
Silence
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 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 an absolution.
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.
Celebrant then says the offertory sentence for the Stewardship Season
Let us with gladness present the offerings and oblations of our life and labor to the Lord.
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
Robert Lowry, arr. Aaron Copland
Shall we gather by the river
Where bright angel’s feet have trod
With its crystal tide forever
Flowing by the throne of God.
Soon we’ll reach the shining river, Soon our pilgrimage will cease, Soon our happy hearts will quiver With the melody of peace.
Yes we’ll gather by the river, the beautiful, the beautiful river, Gather with the saints by the river That flows by the throne of God.
OFFERTORY HYMN 293 · Grand Isle (see pg 18)
All stand.
COLLECT FOR THE STEWARDSHIP SEASON
The celebrant says Almighty God, whose loving hand has given us all that we possess: Grant us grace that we may honor you with our substance, and, remembering the account which we must one day give, may be faithful stewards of your bounty, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
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. For in the multitude of your saints you have surrounded us with a great cloud of witnesses, that we might rejoice in their fellowship, and run with endurance the race that is set before us; and, together with them, receive the crown of glory that never fades away. 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.
SANCTUS & BENEDICTUS Hymnal S129
Robert Powell
THE EUCHARISTIC PRAYER
Eucharistic Prayer A, The Book of Common Prayer, p. 361
All are invited to stand or kneel while the Eucharistic Prayer is read by the Celebrant. Midway through the Eucharistic Prayer, the Celebrant says Therefore we proclaim the mystery of faith;
Celebrant and People Christ has died.
Christ is risen. Christ will come again.
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
Draw near and take the body of your Lord, and drink with faith the blood for you outpoured.
Saved by his body, hallowed by his blood, With souls refreshed we give our thanks to God. Refrain
Salvation’s giver, Christ the only Son, By his dear cross and blood the vict’ry won. Refrain
Let us approach with faithful hearts sincere, And take the pledges of salvation here. Refrain
With heav’nly bread make those who hunger whole, Gives living waters to the thirsting soul. Refrain
Before your presence, Lord, all people bow. In this your feast of love be with us now. Refrain
POSTCOMMUNION HYMN 244 · Alles ist an Gottes Segen (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 & DISMISSAL
The Celebrant says the Blessing and the Deacon dismisses the People.
People Thanks be to God.
POSTLUDE Ballo della Battaglia
Bernardo Storace
SEQUENCE HYMN 232 (stanza 2: Saint Luke - October 18) · Nyland
Saint Luke October 18
For Luke, beloved physician, all praise, whose Gospel shows the healer of the nations, the one who shares our woes. Your wine and oil, O Savior, upon our spirits pour, and with true balm of Gilead anoint us evermore.
WEEKLY CALENDER
SUNDAY OCTOBER 20 St. Luke’s Sunday
9:15 am Holy Eucharist*
10:20 am Sunday School & Text Talk
11:15 am Holy Eucharist*
3:00 pm AlAnon Aud
MONDAY OCTOBER 21
12:00 pm Holy Eucharist
7:00 pm AA Aud
7:00 pm Antiracism Discssion Group Zoom
TUESDAY OCTOBER 22
12:00 pm Holy Eucharist 7:00 pm AA Aud
WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 23
12:00 pm Holy Eucharist
6:00 pm Vespers Chapel 7:00 pm AA Aud
THURSDAY OCTOBER 24
12:00 pm Holy Eucharist
6:30 pm Concert Lecture LH
7:00 pm Friends of Shelly PH
7:00 pm Centering Prayer Zoom
7:30 pm Choir Concert
FRIDAY OCTOBER 25
12:00 pm Holy Eucharist
7:00 pm AA Aud
SATURDAY OCTOBER 26
2:00 pm Community Closet LH
4:00 pm Art & Acceptance Aud
SUNDAY OCTOBER 27 Proper 25
9:15 am Holy Eucharist*
10:20 am Sunday School & Text Talk 11:15 am Holy Eucharist* 3:00 pm AlAnon Aud
* Childcare for children ages 6 and under is available.
As we prepare for the Fall season, we welcome you to sign up to be an usher, reader, or acolyte. If you would like to help before and after services, consider the Altar Guild. Contact information for each guild is below.
Acolyte Guild: Michael Cudney (Mcudney55pte@gmail.com)
Altar Guild: Sean Scheller (seanscheller@gmail.com)
Lectors Guild: Amanda Durant (atdurant@gmail.com)
Ushers Guild: Stephen Novak (stevenov13@gmail.com)
Music & Arts: Melissa Cocco (melissacoccomelissa@gmail.com)
STEWARDSHIP & GIVING
Consider deepening your relationship with St. Luke’s by pledging your time, talent or treasure. Look for pledge forms in the back of the church. You can also pledge and sign up for volunteer opportunities online at saintlukesnyc.org/pledge.
2025 Stewardship Pledge Campaign
September 29-November 10
Our annual Fall Stewardship Campaign is underway! This season features Stewardship moments in person and online. There will also be ministry tables set up during coffee hours each week. To learn more about the Fall Stewardship Season, visit stlukeinthefields.org/give.
Donate to St. Luke’s St. Luke’s relies on donations to help maintain and grow mission-centered programming. If you would like to make a one-time donation, scan the QR Code or visit stlukeinthefields.org/give. We welcome both general and restricted gifts, such as our gardens, Concert Series, Outreach Programs, and Clergy Discretionary Fund.
Legacy Giving
Another way you can support the mission of St. Luke’s is through estate planning. Learn more: saintlukesnyc.org/legacygiving Contact: Hannah Sohn, Development and Outreach Manager hsohn@stlukeinthefields.org
NOMINATING COMMITTEE ANNOUNCEMENT
Candidates for Warden and Vestry 2025
Warden: (elect 1 for a 2-year term)
• Theresa Goldsborough*
• Celina Khury-Morejon
*Current incumbent
Vestry: (elect 3 candidates for 3 year terms):
• Melissa Cocco-Fernandes
• Michael Hudson*
• Abby McConnell
• Grady Tarplee*
• Naveen Thacker*
*Current incumbent
The following rules apply:
1. A petition must have the signatures of six parish voters and the permission of the proposed nominee.
2. The petitions should be sent to Steve Novak or Kevin Reilly, Nominating Committee co-chairs, addressed to them at the Parish House, 487 Hudson St., New York, NY 10014, or via email to stevenov13@gmail.com or, kreilly@ pgiglobal.com
3. All petitions must be submitted on or before October 27, 2024.
As a reminder: Vestry members must be 18 years of age, baptized, communicant members of the parish and contributors of record; they are elected to 3-year terms, renewable once. Wardens must in addition be confirmed Episcopalians (or received into the Episcopal Church if confirmed in another denomination); they are elected to 2-year terms, renewable twice. Candidates’ statements and videos will be published in December and posted on St. Luke’s website.
There will be a special opportunity to meet and greet candidates at coffee hours on Sundays January 5 and 12, 2025. The Annual Parish Meeting and announcement of election results will be on Sunday, February 2, 2025.
LIFE AT ST. LUKE’S
Sermons Online
Sermons are available in audio on the web at stlukeinthefields.org/sermons.
Antiracism Ministries
saintlukesnyc.org/antiracism
Weekly Book Discussions Mondays at 7pm on Zoom.
Seasonal film screenings and author talks.
See our website for the full schedule.
Daily Office on Zoom
Monday & Wednesday at 5:30pm Tuesday, Thursday and Friday at 8am
Contact: Michael (mcudney55pte@gmail. com)
Centering Prayer Thursdays 7 pm on Zoom
Contact: Richard (718.698.7514 | interiorsilence@gmail.com)
FORMATION AT ST. LUKE’S
Please see website for our full schedule Formation for Children and Youth
Sunday School
10:20am in the School Auditorium
Classes for PreK-Grade 5
Youth Formation
Sundays 10:20am in the School Auditorium For Grades 6-12.
Youth Confirmation
For teens Grades 8-12. Contact Mo. Lewis for more information.
Formation for Adults
Text Talk Bible Study
Sundays 10:20am in the School Dining Room
Catechumenate/Adult Formation
Discovery Series
Select Sundays 1:15pm in Laughlin Hall
Seasonal Retreats
Advent Retreat: December 13-15 at Holy Cross Monastery
Vespers at 6pm, Bible Sudy and light meal at 6:45pm followed by Compline
This contemplative service combines music, liturgy and book study with light refreshments in-between. Learn about the Benedictine rule and how it can be applied to daily life.
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
First Fridays of the month in the Chapel immediately following Noonday Mass
Adoration follows Mass as a Eucharistic devotion consisting of gathered and individual prayers before the Blessed Sacrament. In these prayers all are invited to a practice of “lifting up the heart and mind to God, asking nothing but to enjoy God’s presence” through the gift of the Eucharist. All are welcome!
Centering Prayer
Thursdays 7pm on Zoom
Get the link: interiorsilence@gmail.com
Take some time in your week to open your heart to God’s voice within. This gentle practice in silent prayer can be done anywhere, anytime. Join our weekly online group to learn more about this practice.
OUTREACH
Get more information about all of our Outreach programs on our website: saintlukesnyc.org/outreach outreach@stlukeinthefields.org
Donations to our programs are appreciated: choose “Outreach” in the drop down menu on our Giving Form: saintlukesnyc.org/donate
Community Closet
Saturdays from 2 - 4pm.
Art & Acceptance
Saturdays from 4 - 7pm
Clothing Donations Wanted
We’re in great need of gently used fall/winter clothing, jackets, sneakers, comfortable walking shoes and boots for men, women and children. T-shirts, hoodies, sweatshirts, sweaters, light jackets, rain gear, umbrellas, backpacks and rolling suitcases, new men’s briefs, women’s underwear, size 6 diapers and period products, travel sized toiletries in bulk (shampoo, lotion, toothpaste, soap etc.) are also in demand. Drop off at St. Luke’s, 487 Hudson St. Mon-Fri 9-5pm.
Check our Amazon wish list seasonally to find the most current needs for our programs. Thank you for supporting Outreach at St. Luke’s! saintlukesnyc.org/outreach_wishlist
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
Timothy Carlson
Ellen and Norm Cooper, best friends of Janet Vetter
Anne Watkins, friend of Julia Alberino
For Those Who Have Recently Died
Madelyn Condren
For Those Whose Memorial of Death Falls This Week
Jane Pasanen
Irene Hudson, mother of Michael Hudson
Pamela Ann Shaw, daughter of Marijane Shaw, sister of Victoria Shaw-Williamson
William Arvel Anderson, brother of Michael Anderson
For Those Children Preparing for Baptism
Atticus Roberts
Leighton Fargnoli
For Those Preparing for Marriage
Natalie Bryt & Nickolas Mannarino
Hannah Mix & Grant Hattenhauer
For Those Adults in the Catechumenate process
John “Jack” Beeson (Confirmation)
Arin Canfield (Confirmation)
Diana Yichu Cao (Baptism)
Bella Deng (Confirmation)
Robertson “Mac” McAnulty (Renewal of Vows)
Trent McKnight (Reception)
Grady Tarplee (Confirmation)
In Thanksgiving for Those Recently Married
Dawn Nguyen & Joseph DeAngelis
For our Parish of St Luke in the Fields
The Antiracism Change Team and the Antiracism Discussion Group
Diocesan Cycle of Prayer
St. Luke’s Church, Bronx
Anglican Cycle of Prayer
Eglise Anglicane du Rwanda
The Church of St. Luke in the Fields
487 Hudson Street
New York, NY 10014
Telephone: 212.924.0562
Pastoral Emergencies: Please email any clergy member in the event of an emergency.
MINISTRY & WORSHIP
The Reverend Caroline Stacey, Rector
212.924.0562 | cstacey@stlukeinthefields.org
The Reverend Andrew Ancona, Senior Associate 212.924.9327 | aancona@stlukeinthefields.org
The Reverend Victoria Lewis, School Chaplain & Associate
212.924.5960 vlewis@stlukeinthefields.org
David Shuler, Director of Music & Organist
212.633.2167 | dshuler@stlukeinthefields.org
The Reverend Thomas Miller, Assisting Clergy
ADMINISTRATION
Craig King, Director of Business and Financial Operations
