Easter donation envelopes can be found on the pew ledges and on the parish life table at the rear of the church. You can also donate online by choosing the “Easter Fund” from the dropdown menu on our giving platform (saintlukesnyc.org/ donate). Donations received after April 13 will be recorded, but will not be acknowledged in the Easter bulletins.
Formation Guest Presentation:
Community at the Crossing
Today at 1pm
We welcome Sister Hannah Spiers and members of the Community of the Crossing, an intentional ecumenical community for young adults based at the Cathedral of St John the Divine. Join us as we learn more about them and how all are invited come alongside their work!
Candle Memorials
In addition to flower memorials at the votive icon and for the altar flowers, we now offer candle memorials for the candle by the Blessed Sacrament. Weekly candle memorials can be requested year round and there is no suggested fee. Please contact Karyna in the Parish Office to schedule (kmartin@stlukeinthefields.org).
Holy Week Schedule
Palm Sunday | April 13
Services at 9:15 and 11:15am*†
Maundy Thursday | April 17
6:30pm* Choral Eucharist with Foot Washing, Agape Supper, Stripping of the Altar & Vigil
Good Friday | April 18
1:00pm Good Friday Liturgy*† 6:30pm Stations of the Cross
Holy Saturday | April 19
8:00pm The Great Vigil of Easter*†
Easter Day| April 20
Services at 9:15 and 11:15am*† 10:30am Easter Egg Hunt *Service is also livestreamed †Childcare available for children ages 6 and under
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 Pari intervalli
Arvo Pärt
A bell sounds. All stand as they are able.
ENTRANCE HYMN 471 · Breslau (see pg 15)
THE ACCLAMATION
Celebrant Bless the Lord who forgives all our sins. People His mercy endures for ever.
KYRIE ELEISON Hymnal S91
Healey Willan
THE COLLECT OF THE DAY
Celebrant The Lord be with you. People And also with you. Celebrant Let us pray.
Almighty God, you alone can bring into order the unruly wills and affections of sinners: Grant your people grace to love what you command and desire what you promise; that, among the swift and varied changes of the world, our hearts may surely there be fixed where true joys are to be found; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
THE FIRST READING Isaiah 43:16-21
Thus says the Lord, who makes a way in the sea, a path in the mighty waters, who brings out chariot and horse, army and warrior; they lie down, they cannot rise, they are extinguished, quenched like a wick: Do not remember the former things, or consider the things of old. I am about to do a new thing; now it springs forth, do you not perceive it? I will make a way in the wilderness and rivers in the desert. The wild animals will honor me, the jackals and the ostriches; for I give water in the wilderness, rivers in the desert, to give drink to my chosen people, the people whom I formed for myself so that they might declare my praise.
Reader The Word of the Lord. People Thanks be to God.
PSALM 126
Read by all, remaining seated
When the Lord restored the fortunes of Zion, * then were we like those who dream. Then was our mouth filled with laughter, * and our tongue with shouts of joy.
Then they said among the nations, * “The Lord has done great things for them.” The Lord has done great things for us, * and we are glad indeed.
Restore our fortunes, O Lord, * like the watercourses of the Negev. Those who sowed with tears * will reap with songs of joy. Those who go out weeping, carrying the seed, * will come again with joy, shouldering their sheaves.
THE SECOND LESSON Philippians 3:4b-14
If anyone else has reason to be confident in the flesh, I have more: circumcised on the eighth day, a member of the people of Israel, of the tribe of Benjamin, a Hebrew born of Hebrews; as to the law, a Pharisee; as to zeal, a persecutor of the church; as to righteousness under the law, blameless. Yet whatever gains I had, these I have come to regard as loss because of Christ. More than that, I regard everything as loss because of the surpassing value of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord. For his sake I have suffered the loss of all things, and I regard them as rubbish, in order that I may gain Christ and be found in him, not having a righteousness of my own that comes from the law, but one that comes through faith in Christ, the righteousness from God based on faith. I want to know Christ and the power of his resurrection and the sharing of his sufferings by becoming like him in his death, if somehow I may attain the resurrection from the dead. Not that I have already obtained this or have already reached the goal; but I press on to make it my own, because Christ Jesus has made me his own. Beloved, I do not consider that I have made it my own; but this one thing I do: forgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what lies ahead, I press on toward the goal for the prize of the heavenly call of God in Christ Jesus.
Reader The Word of the Lord. People Thanks be to God.
SEQUENCE HYMN 545 · St. Fulbert (see pg 16)
Sung by all, standing.
HOLY GOSPEL John 12:1-8
Deacon The Holy Gospel of Our Lord Jesus Christ according to John. People Glory to you, Lord Christ.
Six days before the Passover Jesus came to Bethany, the home of Lazarus, whom he had raised from the dead. There they gave a dinner for him. Martha served, and Lazarus was one of those at the table with him. Mary took a pound of costly perfume made of pure nard, anointed Jesus’ feet, and wiped them with her hair. The house was filled with the fragrance of the perfume. But Judas Iscariot, one of his disciples (the one who was about to betray him), said, “Why was this perfume not sold for three hundred denarii and the money given to the poor?” (He said this not because he cared about the poor, but because he was a thief; he kept the common purse and used to steal what was put into it.) Jesus said, “Leave her alone. She bought it so that she might keep it for the day of my burial. You always have the poor with you, but you do not always have me.”
Reader The Gospel of the Lord.
People Praise to you, Lord Christ.
THE HOMILY The Reverend Caroline Stacey
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 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.
Intercessor 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
David Ashley White
Restore in us, O God, the splendor of your love; renew your image in our hearts, and all our sins remove. O Spirit, wake in us the wonder of your pow’r; from fruitless fear unfurl our lives like springtime bud and flow’r.
Bring us, O Christ, to share the fullness of your joy; baptize us in the risen life that death cannot destroy. Three-personed God, fulfill the promise of your grace, that we, when all our searching ends, may see you face to face.
OFFERTORY HYMN 313 · Jesus, meine Zuversicht (see pg 17) 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; you bid your faithful people cleanse their hearts, and prepare with joy for the Paschal feast; that, fervent in prayer and in works of mercy, and renewed by your Word and Sacraments, they may come to the fullness of grace which you have prepared for those who love you. 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 S130
Franz Peter Schubert
THE EUCHARISTIC PRAYER 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 Christ our Passover is sacrificed for us. People Therefore let us keep the feast.
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
Malcolm Archer
When I survey the wondrous cross On which the Prince of glory died, My richest gain I count but loss, And pour contempt on all my pride.
Forbid it Lord that I should boast Save in the cross of Christ my God. All the vain things that charm me most, I sacrifice them to his blood.
See from his head, his hands, his feet, Sorrow and love flow mingling down: Did ere such love and sorrow meet, Or thorns compose so rich a crown?
Were the whole realm of nature mine, That were an offering far too small; Love so amazing, so divine Demands my soul, my life, my all. Amen.
POSTCOMMUNION HYMN 344 · Sicilian Mariners (see pg 18)
Sung by all, standing
POSTCOMMUNION PRAYER
Said by all.
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.
Deacon Bow down before the Lord.
Celebrant
Look with compassion, O Lord, upon this your people; that, rightly observing this holy season, they may learn to know you more fully, and to serve you with a more perfect will; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
THE DISMISSAL
The Deacon bids the Dismissal.
Deacon Let us go forth in the name of Christ. People Thanks be to God.
POSTLUDE Choral Dorien
Jehan Alain
ENTRANCE HYMN 471 ·
SUNDAY APRIL 6 Lent 5
9:15 am Holy Eucharist*
10:20 am Sunday School & Text Talk
11:15 am Holy Eucharist*
1:00 pm Formation Presentation
3:00 pm Al Anon LH
MONDAY APRIL 7
12:00 pm Holy Eucharist
7:00 pm AA Aud
7:00 pm Antiracism Discussion Group Zoom
TUESDAY APRIL 8
12:00 pm Holy Eucharist
7:00 pm AA CR
WEDNESDAY APRIL 9
12:00 pm Holy Eucharist
6:00 pm Vespers Chapel
6:30 pm Bible Study LH
7:00 pm AA Aud
THURSDAY APRIL 10
12:00 pm Holy Eucharist
7:00 pm Friends of Shelly PH
7:00 pm Centering Prayer Zoom
FRIDAY APRIL 11
12:00 pm Stations & Holy Eucharist
7:00 pm AA Aud
SATURDAY APRIL 12
2:00 pm Community Closet LH
4:00 pm Art & Acceptance School Aud
SUNDAY APRIL 13 Palm Sunday
9:15 am Holy Eucharist*
10:20 am Sunday School & Text Talk 11:15 am Holy Eucharist* 3:00 pm Al Anon LH
* Childcare for children ages 6 and under is available.
An Update on the Focus Groups
Our focus group meetings wrapped up last month; many thanks to all those who were able to participate. The meetings were highly effective and largely supportive. Due to this, the Vestry has approved launching a capital campaign. All will have an opportunity for a visit from a fellow parishioner or clergy leadership. You will be contacted within the next few weeks. Certainly, there is no pressure or expectations. All investments are appreciated.
The first phase of the campaign is a bit quiet as we attempt to raise half of our $5.3M goal. Announcements will follow soon. Thank you again as we are at a “moment in time" for St. Luke's Church.
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 Cudney (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
Table Talk
Wednesdays after Noonday Mass in Laughlin Hall
Beginning February 12
Seasonal Retreats
Lenten Retreat: April 4-6 at Holy Cross Monastery
Contact the Parish House
STEWARDSHIP & GIVING
Pledges for 2025 are still being received! 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.
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
Volunteer for a Liturgical Guild! If you would like to support our worship services as a volunteer, 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)
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.
Donations can be dropped off to any office or facilities staff member. The Parish Office is open on weekdays from 9am-5pm. Staff are available to receive donations on Saturdays in Laughlin Hall.
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. Gently used cell phones (make sure personal data is wiped),T-shirts, hoodies, sweatshirts, sweaters, light jackets, rain gear, umbrellas, backpacks and rolling suitcases, new men’s briefs, 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
KEEP IN TOUCH
Sign up for our newsletter: saintlukesnyc.org/newsletter
Facebook Group: “St. Luke in the Fields” saintlukesnyc.org/facebook saintlukesnyc.org/youtube saintlukesnyc.org/connect
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
Paula Bordonaro
Timothy Carlson
Joey Cooper, great-grandson of Ellen and Norm Cooper
Stephanie Fogarty, mother of Melissa Tanveer Gill, father of Dawood
Rev. Mary Goshert, godmother of Valerie Komor
Mark Hattan
Victor Houtz, brother in law of Vince Chiumento
Irina Manata
Esperanza “Candy” Martinez, friend of Deborah Harding
Fae & Ira Murphy
Doug and Thais Newkirk, friends of Bruce Goerlich
Uma Payne, friend of Ramona Sybrant
Andrew Poulos, brother in law of Vince Chiumento
Rick & Delores Spielman, parents of Matt Argonauta
Ramona Sybrant
For Those Who Have Recently Died
Bruce Ford
Paul Ford, friend of Dan Connelly
Katie Godsill, friend of Vince Chiumento
Alina Imbert, family of Caroline Borderies
Geoffrey Rivers, uncle of Melissa Fogarty
Andrew Turnipseed, bother of Michael Turner
Margaret Turnipseed, sister of Michael Turner
For Those Whose Memorial of Death Falls This Week
Catherine Patricia Denk, mother of Patsy Powers
Robin Edgerley, aunt of Rev. Kat Katsanis ~Semel
Leon Frankel, spouse of Beryl Frankel
John O’Shaughnessy, father of Mary
Paul Shuler, father of David Shuler
Charles Keenan Sr.
For our Parish of St Luke in the Fields
Acolyte Guild and Daily Mass Assistants
Diocesan Cycle of Prayer
Church of the Mediator, Bronx
Anglican Cycle of Prayer
Iglesia Anglicana de Chile
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
