Pentecost 18 - October 4, 2020

St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, Glenside St. Francis Celebration & The Blessing of the Animals The Holy Eucharist, Rite II -10:00 a.m.

Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost October 4, 2020 ______________________________________________________________________________

Gathering In Joy Welcome to St. Peter’s!

Please wear your mask throughout the service.

Socially distance with your neighbors before, during and after worship.

Enjoy listening to the music. We ask that you do not sing the hymns.

The restrooms in the chapel hallway are available for use during the service.

Please use only the door by the library at the Eastwood entrance to enter and exit the building. Thank you.

Prelude: Hymns for Meditation

Arranged by Lee Evans 1

Opening Hymn: 405, All things bright and beautiful (vv. 1 & 2)

Opening Acclamation Priest: Blessed be God, Creator, Redeemer and Sustainer.

People: And blessed be God’s Kingdom, now and for ever. Amen.

Priest: Lord, you have made so many things!

People: The earth is filled with your creatures.

Priest: When you give them breath, they are created.

People: You give new life to the earth.

Priest: They depend on you to give them food.

People: You provide food, then they are satisfied.

Priest: May the glory of the Lord last forever.

People: May the Lord be happy with all creatures.

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The Celebrant says to the people The Lord be with you.

People: And also with you.

Celebrant: Let us pray.

Prayer of the Day

Listening for God’s Word The First Reading - Galatians 6:14-18 May I never boast of anything except the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, by which the world has been crucified to me, and I to the world. For neither circumcision nor uncircumcision is anything; but a new creation is everything! As for those who will follow this rule - peace be upon them, and mercy, and upon the Israel of God. From now on, let no one make trouble for me; for I carry the marks of Jesus branded on my body. May the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit, brothers and sisters. Amen.

The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. Psalm 148:7-14

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7 Praise the Lord from the earth, you sea-monsters and all deeps; 8 Fire and hail, snow and fog, tempestuous wind, doing his will; 9 Mountains and all hills, fruit trees and all cedars; 10 Wild beasts and all cattle, creeping things and wingèd birds; 11 Kings of the earth and all peoples, princes and all rulers of the world; 12 Young men and maidens, old and young together.

13 Let them praise the Name of the Lord, for his Name only is exalted, his splendor is over earth and heaven.

14 He has raised up strength for his people and praise for all his loyal servants, the children of Israel, a people who are near him. Hallelujah!

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Gospel Hymn: 383, Fairest, Lord Jesus (vv. 1-2 before Gospel; v. 3 after)

The Gospel Reading - Matthew 11:25-30 Before the Gospel the people respond: Glory to you, Lord Christ.

At that time Jesus said, ‘I thank you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, because you have hidden these things from the wise and the intelligent and have revealed them to infants; yes, Father, for such was your gracious will. All things have been handed over to me by my Father; and no one knows the Son except the Father, and no one knows the Father except the Son and anyone to whom the Son chooses to reveal him. ‘Come to me, all you that are weary and are carrying heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me; for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.’

After the Gospel the people respond: Praise to you, Lord Christ.

The Homily

Rick Pearce 4

Affirmation of Faith Celebrant: Let us declare our faith in God: People: We believe in God the Father, from whom every family in heaven and on earth is named.

We believe in God the Son, who lives in our hearts through faith, and fills us with his love.

We believe in God the Holy Spirit, who strengthens us with power from on high.

We believe in one God; Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen.

Prayers for Creation Season The Leader and People pray responsively

from Women’s Uncommon Prayers

Let us pray for the Church and for the world, giving thanks for God’s goodness.

Caring God, we thank you for your gifts in creation: for our world, the heavens tell of your glory; for our land, its beauty and resources, for the rich heritage we enjoy.

We pray for those who make decisions about the resources of the earth, that we may use your gifts responsibly; for those who work on the land and sea, in cities and in industry, that all may enjoy the fruits of their labors and marvel at your creation; for artists, scientists and visionaries, that through their work we may see creation afresh.

Silence We thank you for giving us life; for all who enrich our experience.

We pray: for all who through their own or others’ actions are deprived of fullness of life, for prisoners, refugees, and all who are sick or suffer; 5

for those in politics, medical science, social and relief work, and for your Church, here and throughout the world, for all who seek to bring life to others.

Silence We thank you that you have called us to celebrate your creation. We are especially grateful this day for all our animal friends that bring us such joy and delight.

Give us reverence for life in your world.

We thank you for your redeeming love; may your word and sacrament strengthen us to love you as you love us.

Silence We ask your prayers for Justin, Archbishop of Canterbury, Michael, our Presiding Bishop, Daniel, our Bishop, Silvestre, Bishop of Guatemala, Emily & Laura, our clergy and each one of us in our vocation and ministry. In the Anglican cycle of prayer we pray for the Anglican Church of Tanzania, The Most Revd. Dr. Maimbo Mndolwa, Archbishop of Tanzania & Bishop of Tanga. In our companion Diocese of Guatemala, we pray for Iglesia Episcopal San José el Exodo, (Church of St. Joseph of the Exodus), Guatemala City, The Rev. Deacon Rodolfo Saavedra. In our own Diocese, we pray for the Resolutions Committee.

We remember all those on our parish prayer list, especially Angie, Frances, AJ, Albert, Katie, Richard, Lisa, Bob, Hannah, Art, Doris, Warren, Christina, Donald, Holly, Kathy, Mary, Barbara, Linda, Rhonda, Ruth, and all those suffering from COVID-19, and all those we now name…...(pause) We remember all those who have died from COVID-19, and especially Barbara Streiner, sister-in-law of Linda Toia and all we name now… Silence God, Creator, bring us new life.

Jesus, Redeemer, renew us.

Holy Spirit, strengthen and guide us.

The celebrant concludes with this prayer Blessed are you, God of growth and discovery; yours is the inspiration that has altered and changed our lives; yours is the power that has brought us to new dangers and opportunities. Set us, as part of your new creation, to walk through this new world, watching and learning, loving and trusting, to await the coming of your kingdom.

Amen.

The Peace Please greet one another with a wave and words of peace.

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Celebrant: The peace of the Lord be always with you.

People: And also with you.

Celebrating Holy Communion The Offertory Please leave your offering in the plate.

Presentation Hymn: 412, Earth and all stars (vv. 1, 5 & 6)

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The Great Thanksgiving Prayer C Celebrant: People: Celebrant: People: Celebrant: People: Celebrant: People: Celebrant: People: Celebrant:

People: Celebrant:

People: Celebrant:

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The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Lift up your hearts.

We lift them to the Lord.

Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. It is right to give him thanks and praise.

God of all power, Ruler of the Universe, you are worthy of glory and praise.

Glory to you for ever and ever.

At your command all things came to be: the vast expanse of interstellar space, galaxies, suns, the planets in their courses, and this fragile earth, our island home.

By your will they were created and have their being.

From the primal elements you brought forth the human race, and blessed us with memory, reason, and skill. You made us the rulers of creation. But we turned against you, and betrayed your trust; and we turned against one another.

Have mercy, Lord, for we are sinners in your sight.

Again and again, you called us to return. Through prophets and sages you revealed your righteous Law. And in the fullness of time you sent your only Son, born of a woman, to fulfill your Law, to open for us the way of freedom and peace.

By his blood, he reconciled us. By his wounds, we are healed.

And therefore we praise you, joining with the heavenly chorus, with prophets, apostles, and martyrs, and with all those in every generation who have looked to you in hope, to proclaim with them your glory, in their unending hymn:

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.

The Celebrant continues And so, Father, we who have been redeemed by him, and made a new people by water and the Spirit, now bring before you these gifts. Sanctify them by your Holy Spirit to be the Body and Blood of Jesus Christ our Lord.

On the night he was betrayed he took bread, said the blessing, broke the bread, and gave it to his friends, and said, "Take, eat: This is my Body, which is given for you. Do this for the remembrance of me."

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After supper, he took the cup of wine, gave thanks, 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."

Remembering now his work of redemption, and offering to you this sacrifice of thanksgiving, Celebrant and People We celebrate his death and resurrection, as we await the day of his coming.

The Celebrant continues Lord God of our Fathers: God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob; God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ: Open our eyes to see your hand at work in the world about us.

Deliver us from the presumption of coming to this Table for solace only, and not for strength; for pardon only, and not for renewal. Let the grace of this Holy Communion make us one body, one spirit in Christ, that we may worthily serve the world in his name.

People: Risen Lord, be known to us in the breaking of the Bread.

The Celebrant continues Accept these prayers and praises, Father, through Jesus Christ our great High Priest, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, your Church gives honor, glory, and worship, from generation to generation. AMEN. And now, as our Savior Christ has taught us, we are bold to say, The Lord’s Prayer

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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.

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The Breaking of the Bread The Celebrant breaks the consecrated bread. A period of silence is kept.

Celebrant: Alleluia. Christ our Passover is sacrificed for us; People: Therefore, let us keep the feast. Alleluia.

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.

The Communion of the People Communion Music: Siciliano from Sonata in E flat Major

J. S. Bach Meredith Flaherty, flute

The Post-Communion Prayer During a Time of Separation Priest and people together Lord of the Feast, we thank you for gathering us as your people. We call to remembrance the many times we have been fed at your table and we lament our distance now. Be present Lord Jesus as you were present with your disciples, be known to us in the breaking of the bread, and may your Holy Spirit sustain us and all your Church until we can gather together again. We ask this for the sake of your love. Amen.

Sending Out The Blessing The Blessing of the Animals Closing Hymn: 405, All things bright and beautiful (vv. 3 & 4; see page 2) Birthday & Anniversary Prayer BCP 830 O God, our times are in your hand: Look with favor, we pray, on your servants as they begin another year. Grant that they may grow in wisdom and grace; and strengthen their trust in your goodness all the days of their lives; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Announcements The Dismissal The people respond: Thanks be to God. 10

Postlude: Rondeau from Sinfonies de Fanfares

Jean-Joseph Mouret

Please make sure to socially distance from your neighbors as you the leave the service.

You may drop your leaflet and communion paper cup in the blue recycling bin by the sacristy door. Please take your mask with you. Thank you.

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