The Seventh Sunday of Easter - 5.29.2022

The Seventh Sunday of Easter

St. Peter’s Episcopal Church Glenside, Pennsylvania May 29, 2022 10:00 A.M.

Gathering In Joy Prelude: Improvisation on “Azmon”

Douglas E. Wagner

Opening Hymn: 214, Hail the day that sees him rise

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The Opening Acclamation Presider: Alleluia. Christ is risen!

People: The Lord is risen indeed. Alleluia!

Hymn of Praise: WLP 880: Christ our Passover

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BCP 355

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Collect of the Day Presider: The Lord be with you.

People: And also with you.

Presider: Let us pray.

BCP 224

O God, the King of glory, you have exalted your only Son Jesus Christ with great triumph to your kingdom in heaven: Do not leave us comfortless, but send us your Holy Spirit to strengthen us, and exalt us to that place where our Savior Christ has gone before; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, in glory everlasting. Amen.

Listening for God’s Word The First Reading – Acts 16:16-34 With Paul and Silas, we came to Philippi in Macedonia, a Roman colony, and, as we were going to the place of prayer, we met a slave girl who had a spirit of divination and brought her owners a great deal of money by fortune-telling.

While she followed Paul and us, she would cry out, "These men are slaves of the Most High God, who proclaim to you a way of salvation." She kept doing this for many days. But Paul, very much annoyed, turned and said to the spirit, "I order you in the name of Jesus Christ to come out of her." And it came out that very hour.

But when her owners saw that their hope of making money was gone, they seized Paul and Silas and dragged them into the marketplace before the authorities.

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When they had brought them before the magistrates, they said, "These men are disturbing our city; they are Jews and are advocating customs that are not lawful for us as Romans to adopt or observe." The crowd joined in attacking them, and the magistrates had them stripped of their clothing and ordered them to be beaten with rods. After they had given them a severe flogging, they threw them into prison and ordered the jailer to keep them securely. Following these instructions, he put them in the innermost cell and fastened their feet in the stocks.

About midnight Paul and Silas were praying and singing hymns to God, and the prisoners were listening to them. Suddenly there was an earthquake, so violent that the foundations of the prison were shaken; and immediately all the doors were opened and everyone's chains were unfastened. When the jailer woke up and saw the prison doors wide open, he drew his sword and was about to kill himself, since he supposed that the prisoners had escaped. But Paul shouted in a loud voice, "Do not harm yourself, for we are all here." The jailer called for lights, and rushing in, he fell down trembling before Paul and Silas. Then he brought them outside and said, "Sirs, what must I do to be saved?" They answered, "Believe on the Lord Jesus, and you will be saved, you and your household." They spoke the word of the Lord to him and to all who were in his house. At the same hour of the night he took them and washed their wounds; then he and his entire family were baptized without delay. He brought them up into the house and set food before them; and he and his entire household rejoiced that he had become a believer in God. The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. Psalm 67 Dominus regnavit

1 The Lord is King; let the earth rejoice; let the multitude of the isles be glad.

2 Clouds and darkness are round about him, righteousness and justice are the foundations of his throne.

3 A fire goes before him and burns up his enemies on every side.

4 His lightnings light up the world; the earth sees it and is afraid.

5 The mountains melt like wax at the presence of the Lord, at the presence of the Lord of the whole earth.

6 The heavens declare his righteousness, and all the peoples see his glory.

7 Confounded be all who worship carved images and delight in false gods!

Bow down before him, all you gods.

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8 Zion hears and is glad, and the cities of Judah rejoice, because of your judgments, O Lord.

9 For you are the Lord, most high over all the earth; you are exalted far above all gods.

10 The Lord loves those who hate evil; he preserves the lives of his saints and delivers them from the hand of the wicked.

11 Light has sprung up for the righteous, and joyful gladness for those who are truehearted.

12 Rejoice in the Lord, you righteous, and give thanks to his holy Name.

The Epistle - Revelation 22:12-14,16-17,20-21 At the end of the visions I, John, heard these words: "See, I am coming soon; my reward is with me, to repay according to everyone's work. I am the Alpha and the Omega, the first and the last, the beginning and the end."

Blessed are those who wash their robes, so that they will have the right to the tree of life and may enter the city by the gates.

"It is I, Jesus, who sent my angel to you with this testimony for the churches. I am the root and the descendant of David, the bright morning star."

The Spirit and the bride say, "Come."

And let everyone who hears say, "Come."

And let everyone who is thirsty come.

Let anyone who wishes take the water of life as a gift.

The one who testifies to these things says, "Surely I am coming soon."

Amen. Come, Lord Jesus!

The grace of the Lord Jesus be with all the saints. Amen.

The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.

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Gospel Hymn: 542, Christ is the world’s true Light

The Gospel – John 17:20-26 The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to John.

Response: Glory to you, Lord Christ.

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Jesus prayed for his disciples, and then he said. "I ask not only on behalf of these, but also on behalf of those who will believe in me through their word, that they may all be one. As you, Father, are in me and I am in you, may they also be in us, so that the world may believe that you have sent me. The glory that you have given me I have given them, so that they may be one, as we are one, I in them and you in me, that they may become completely one, so that the world may know that you have sent me and have loved them even as you have loved me. Father, I desire that those also, whom you have given me, may be with me where I am, to see my glory, which you have given me because you loved me before the foundation of the world.

"Righteous Father, the world does not know you, but I know you; and these know that you have sent me. I made your name known to them, and I will make it known, so that the love with which you have loved me may be in them, and I in them."

The Gospel of the Lord.

Response: Praise to you, Lord Christ.

The Sermon

The Rev. Barbara Ballenger

The Nicene Creed

BCP 358

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.

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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.

The Prayers of the People

adapted from Glimpses of Glory

Intercessor: Alleluia to our God, who has given us life eternal.

O Lord, may we and the whole church rejoice in your victory, let us proclaim the Good News that death is defeated by the mercy of God. In the Anglican Cycle of Prayer we pray for The Church of South India (United). In our companion Diocese of Guatemala, we pray for Santa Cruz Del Monte Calvario (Holy Cross of Mount Calvary), Rev. Presbitero Tomas Calel. In our own Diocese, we pray for Episcopal Church Women. May we reflect your glory and the power of your resurrection.

Lord, may we know you People: and the power of your resurrection.

Intercessor: We pray for all who are struggling for peace, all who are longing for new hope and new life, especially for the people of Ukraine and all countries in violent conflict.

Lord, may we know you People: and the power of your resurrection.

Intercessor: We pray for peace, for the political will to end gun violence, and the grace to end racism in all its forms. We pray especially for the children and adults who died in the school shooting in Uvalde, Texas, and for all who grieve them.

We pray for the 10 people who were killed by a White Supremacist in Buffalo New York and the three who were injured. We pray for the young men who caused these deaths, and the will to change the systems that shaped them.

Lord, may we know you People: and the power of your resurrection.

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Intercessor: God the King of Glory, in whose hands are the living and the dead.

On this Memorial Day, we give you thanks for all those who have laid down their lives in the service of our country, and we name them now either aloud or in the silence of our hearts ..... Grant them your mercy and the light of your presence; and give us a sense of your will and purpose, that we may understand that the work you have begun in them will be perfected through Jesus Christ, the Prince of Peace, in whom all strife is resolved.

Lord, may we know you People: and the power of your resurrection.

Intercessor: Lord of all, we give you thanks for all of creation. Make us good stewards of the earth and its resources, that all may share in its bounty for years to come. As members of your creation, Lord, may we know you People: and the power of your resurrection.

Intercessor: We pray for all people in pain and distress, who walk in darkness, that they may find hope in you. We remember all on our parish prayer list, especially, Wendy, Lindsay, Esther, Donna, Douglas, Morgan, Ed, Elsie, Jim, Lillian, Pat, Karen, Bob, Art, Mary, Barbara, Linda, Ruth, Sherry, those who have Covid, and for all we name now… entrusting them to you, Lord, may we know you People: and the power of your resurrection.

Intercessor: We remember all who have lost loved ones, all who are deeply bereaved and in great sorrow. We pray for all who have died from Covid, and all our loved ones departed, especially Warren Wanlund…. May we trust that they rejoice where sorrow and pain are no more. For eternal life, Lord, may we know you People: and the power of your resurrection.

Intercessor: Let our awareness of all the gifts and blessings you bestow make us a people of praise and thanksgiving. For family, friends, and for the gifts we name now … we give you thanks, O God. In our gratitude, Lord, may we know you People: and the power of your resurrection.

The Presider ends with this prayer In you is our hope, O Christ, who died and now is risen, and lives with the Father and the Holy Spirit, One God, for ever and ever. Amen.

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The Peace Presider: The peace of the Lord be always with you.

People: And also with you.

Celebrating Holy Communion Offertory Solo

Tim Flaherty, bass

Presentation Hymn: 306, Come, risen Lord, and deign to be our guest

The Great Thanksgiving Presider: People: Presider: People:

from Enriching Our Worship

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Lift up your hearts.

We lift them to the Lord.

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Presider: Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. People: It is right to give our thanks and praise.

Presider: All thanks and praise are yours at all times and in all places, our true and loving God… And so as the morning stars sing your praises we join the heavenly beings and all creation as we shout with joy: Sanctus: S-128, Holy, holy, holy Lord

William Mathias

The Presider continues Glory and honor are yours, Creator of all, your Word has never been silent . . .

And so, remembering all that was done for us: the cross, the tomb, the resurrection and ascension, longing for Christ’s coming in glory, and presenting to you these gifts your earth has formed and human hands have made, we acclaim you, O Christ: Presider and People Dying, you destroyed our death.

Rising, you restored our life.

Christ Jesus, come in glory!

The Presider continues Send your Holy Spirit upon us and upon these gifts of bread and wine that they 13

may be to us the Body and Blood of your Christ. . . . Through Christ and with Christ and in Christ, by the inspiration of your Holy Spirit, we worship you our God and Creator in voices of unending praise. Blessed are you now and for ever.

Amen.

And now, as our Savior Christ has taught us, we are bold to say, The Lord’s Prayer

BCP 364

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.

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

Fraction Anthem: S154, Christ our Passover

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David Hurd

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: O Master, Let me Walk With Thee

Gilbert M. Martin

The Post-Communion Prayer Presider and people together 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.

Sending Out The Blessing Closing Hymn: 719, America the Beautiful (on page 17) 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 food cupboard is in need of: peanut butter, jelly, dry spaghetti, soup, mac and cheese, canned chicken, canned stew, cereal, and canned SpaghettiO-type meals. Audrey also asks if anyone can help her keep the shelves stocked, and with promotion.  Increasing levels of COVID-19 in our community have prompted us to return to mandatory mask wearing in the building, as well as during worship services, for the time being.

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 Plan to wear red and bring a side dish to our Pentecost celebration on Sunday, June 5. The 10 am service will be held in the church, with music by Jazz Sanctuary. During the liturgy we will invite children, and all those young at heart, to join Rev. Barb in a spirited version of This Little Light of Mine, featuring rhythm instruments and streamers. Then we'll gather outside for a glorious potluck, with fried chicken, drinks and dessert provided by the church. Please bring your favorite side dishes to share.

Drop them off in the kitchen before the service. Please contact Rev. Barb with questions, stpeter654rector@gmail.com.  More information on Parish Events can be found in the Newsletter. Sign up to receive the weekly email-based newsletter at stpetersglenside.org.

The Dismissal Presider: Let us go forth in the name of the Risen Christ. Alleluia! Alleluia!

People: Thanks be to God. Alleluia! Alleluia!

Postlude: When in Our Music God Is Glorified

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Engelberg-Gordon Young

Closing Hymn: 719, America the Beautiful

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Worship Ministers Presider: The Rev. Laura Palmer Preacher: The Rev. Barbara Ballenger Acolytes: Harrison Reazor, Alex Radtke-Stevers Lector: Joani Harkinson Intercessor: Charles Hannum Vestry Steward: Alex Stevers-Radtke Counter: Bill Hower Altar Guild: Karen Sayer Ushers: John Ivory, Bill Bacon Eucharistic Minister: Bill Roth Choir Director: Tim Flaherty Organist: Kathy Flaherty Tech Team: PJ Linke, Mike Levin The cover image, Christ Taking Leave of the Apostles, is by Duccio di Buoninsegna, Wikimedia Commons, used with permission.

Hymn permission by Rite Song, a one-time use reprint license for congregational use.

Flowers on the altar are given in loving memory of Jessie Robson by Jeanne Robson.

ST. PETER’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH 654 N. Easton Road Glenside, PA 19038-4310 (215) 887-1765 E-mail: stpeter654@gmail.com Website: www.stpetersglenside.org

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