The Feast of Saint Francis of Assisi
6 October 2019 8:45 A.M. and 11:15 A.M. The Holy Eucharist
8:45 a.m. The Reverend Canon Catherine Zappa, Celebrant The Reverend Canon Lauren R. Holder, Preacher 11:15 a.m. The Reverend Canon George M. Maxwell, Jr., Celebrant The Reverend Canon Lauren R. Holder, Preacher The 8:45 a.m. service in the Cathedral gathers the largest and most diverse age groups of the parish. We rejoice and laugh with smaller children who are a large presence here; so the sermons, prayers, and hymns are intentionally developed to have a wide and educational appeal. This service maintains the grandeur and grace of the Anglican tradition, but our faith is presented in a creative and wide style. Should one be meeting the Episcopal Church from another tradition, this is our most accessible service. The 11:15 a.m. Eucharist presents the splendor of the Christian faith in its most glorious Anglican fashion. Our music, our prayers, and our sermons use the finest sources our spiritual history can offer. Incense is used on feast days. Worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness.
Voluntary Set Me as a Seal Upon Thine Heart (Song of Solomon 8:6-7) Margaret Vardell Sandresky (b. 1921) The Welcome
THE WORD OF GOD All sing
The Processional: Hymn 400, “All creatures of our God and King”
Lasst uns erfreuen
The Opening Acclamation The Book of Common Prayer (BCP), p. 355 Celebrant Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. All And blessed be God’s kingdom, now and for ever. Amen. The Collect for Purity BCP p. 355 Almighty God, to you all hearts are open, all desires known, and from you no secrets are hid: Cleanse the thoughts of our hearts by the inspiration of your Holy Spirit, that we may perfectly love you, and worthily magnify your holy Name; through Christ our Lord. Amen. 1
All sing
The Song of Praise: Benedictus es, Domine S 236, John Rutter
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The Collect of the Day: Francis of Assisi Celebrant The Lord be with you. All And also with you. Celebrant Let us pray. Most high, omnipotent, good Lord, grant your people grace to renounce gladly the vanities of this world; that, following the way of blessed Francis, we may for love of you delight in your whole creation with perfectness of joy; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
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The Lesson
Jeremiah 22:13-16
All sit.
Lector
A Reading from The Book of Jeremiah.
Woe to him who builds his house by unrighteousness, and his upper rooms by injustice; who makes his neighbours work for nothing, and does not give them their wages; who says, “I will build myself a spacious house with large upper rooms”, and who cuts out windows for it, panelling it with cedar, and painting it with vermilion. Are you a king because you compete in cedar? Did not your father eat and drink and do justice and righteousness? Then it was well with him. He judged the cause of the poor and needy; then it was well. Is not this to know me? says the Lord. Lector All
The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.
Children’s Chapel will not meet today so that children can enjoy the animals in the 8:45 a.m. service. 11:15 a.m. only. The choir sings
The Gradual: Psalm 148:7-14
Anglican chant: Sir David Willcocks BCP, p. 805
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 winged 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! 4
The Epistle Lector A Reading from The Letter of Paul to the Galatians.
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. Lector All
The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.
All stand to sing
The Sequence: Hymn 405, “All things bright and beautiful” The Holy Gospel
Matthew 11:25-30
All remain standing.
Gospeler
All
Royal Oak
The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Matthew. Glory to you, Lord Christ.
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.” Gospeler All
The Gospel of the Lord. Praise to you, Lord Christ.
The Sermon
Canon Holder
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The Nicene Creed
BCP, p. 358
All stand.
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.
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The Prayers of the People All stand or kneel to pray.
Celebrant
In peace, we pray to you, Lord God.
Intercessor All
For all people in their daily life and work; For our families, friends, and neighbors, and for those who are alone.
Intercessor
All
For this community, the nation, and the world; For Donald, our president; for the Congress and the Courts; for Brian, our governor; and for Keisha, our mayor. For all who work for justice, freedom, and peace.
Intercessor All
For the just and proper use of your creation; For the victims of hunger, fear, injustice, and oppression.
Intercessor All
For all who are in danger, sorrow, or any kind of trouble; For those who minister to the sick, the friendless, and the needy.
Intercessor
For the peace and unity of the Church of God; Within the Anglican Communion of Churches, for Justin, the Archbishop of Canterbury; and in the Anglican Cycle of Prayer, for the Church in Wales; Within the Episcopal Church, for Michael, our Presiding Bishop, and for Robert, our Bishop; Within this Cathedral parish, for our ministries of the day: the Newcomer Committee and the Green Aprons. For all who serve God in the Church.
All
For the special needs and concerns of this congregation: Kathy Dopp and Sun Ja Kim
The people may add their own petitions.
All
Hear us, Lord; For your mercy is great.
Intercessor
We thank you, Lord, for all the blessings of this life.
The people may add their own thanksgivings.
We will exalt you, O God our King; And praise your Name for ever and ever.
Intercessor
All Intercessor
All
We pray for all who have died, that they may have a place in your eternal kingdom: Buffa Buffington and Bob Pope Lord, let your loving-kindness be upon them; Who put their trust in you.
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Intercessor
We pray to you also for the forgiveness of our sins.
Silence may be kept.
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 Absolution Celebrant 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. Those for whom prayers have been requested:
Long Term Prayers Dr. T. Mayo & Pat Atkins Virginia Bicksler John Blair Dick Burgin LeCretia Burton Bernice Burton Wicke Chambers Heather Clark Suzy Cohen Terry Dornbush Sarah duBignon Kitty Dukehart Lee Duncan Randy Farmer Rita Fink William Ham Caroline Hatcher Katie Hughey Louise Kan Lisa Krysiak Elaine Lyon Lorri McClain Carol McDonald Jim McKenzie Glenn Miller Cecil Miner Royce Mitchell Susan Myers Charlie Neal Marian Palmore Garry Pryor Rubye & Wayne Reid Tommy Ripley Agnes Elizabeth Robertson Louis “Skip� Schueddig
Brenda Joyce Smith Brian Sturgell Julie Thompson Sally Gatling Tomlinson Faye Van Winkle Sandy Williamson Randy Wilson Hollis Youngner For Family and Friends Eileen Abeyesundere James & Julia Allen Alex Collins Astrop Karyn Bacon Ed Bair Daniel Baker Bettina Bass Sondra Bowen Mr. & Mrs. William Boyd Caroline Brewer Connie Brittain Joe Bumbak Andrew Clark Miguel Santiago Boaz-Contreras Lisa Cooper Joseph Counahan Sandra Daniel Annelly Deets Kathy Dopp Aurelia Dunnam Cheryl Deborah Ellington Amy Franklin Carleton Fuller Laura & Lucia Gardner Bruce Gillies Ann Gressette 8
Peggy Govan Terry Harville Greg Hentz George Thomas Hole Charlie Jones & Family Sun Ja Kim Betty C. Lyons Pat Martin Michelle Maxwell Michael McClelland Lauren McConville Desi McGinty George Mori Liz Nelson Donna Norman Steven Norman Andi Otey Kathlyn Pattillo Bill Poole Frank Roth Lillian Sandoval James Sands Beverly Schellhase Karl Schaffenburg Daniel Ladson Shwab Donna Steigerwald Tina Susco Tom Talley Pierson Thames Jeffrey Thomas Roger Traylor Janiece Townshend Ron M. Wallace Roger Williams Whit A. Wright Patricia Young
The Peace
All stand. The Celebrant says
The peace of the Lord be always with you. And also with you.
All
All greet one another in the name of the Lord.
The Parish Notices
THE HOLY COMMUNION The offering today, the first Sunday of the month, is designated for the Discretionary Fund for the Needy.
The Offertory The Offertory Anthems 8:45 a.m.
music: John Rutter (b. 1945), All things bright and beautiful words: Mrs. Cecil Frances Alexander (1818-1895)
All things bright and beautiful, All creatures great and small, All things wise and wonderful, The Lord God made them all. Each little flower that opens, Each little bird that sings, He made their glowing colors, He made their tiny wings. Refrain The purple-headed mountain, The river running by, The sunset and the morning, That brightens up the sky; The cold wind in the winter, The pleasant summer sun, The ripe fruits in the garden, He made them every one; Refrain He gave us eyes to see them, And lips that we might tell How great is God Almighty, Who has made all things well. Refrain
11:15 a.m.
music: Grayston Ives (b. 1948), The Canticle of Brother Sun words: St. Francis of Assisi (1182-1226)
Most High, Omnipotent Lord, all praise, all honour and glory be given to Thee, to Thee alone, most High, all praise belongs. Be praised, O Lord, for all thy works. For Brother Sun, whose brightness makes the light by which we see. For Sister Moon, whose beams were formed to shine so clear and bright. For Brother Wind, whose clouds and breezes blow across the land. For Sister Water, so precious, humble, lowly, chaste and pure. Be praised, O Lord, for all thy works. Be praised, my Lord, for Brother Fire, whose flames and light illuminate the night. Be praised, my Lord, for Sister Earth, for grass and plants and flowers and all our food. Be praised, my Lord, for all thy love bestowed on us. Bless those who walk the way of peace, in quiet to live. By thee, O Lord Most High, they shall be crowned. Be praised, O heavenly Lord, all praise and blessing and glory be given to you, with humblest thanks for all he’s given you. Amen. 9
All sing
The Presentation: Hymns 8:45 a.m. 593, “Lord, make us servants of your peace” 11:15 a.m. 424, “For the fruit of all creation” The Great Thanksgiving Celebrant The Lord be with you. All And also with you.
Dickinson College East Acklam Eucharistic Prayer A, BCP, p. 361
Celebrant All
Lift up your hearts. We lift them to the Lord.
Celebrant All
Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. It is right to give God thanks and praise.
Celebrant
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 you are greatly glorified in the assembly of your saints. All your creatures praise you, and your faithful servants bless you, confessing before the rulers of this world the great Name of your only Son. 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: All sing
The Sanctus and Benedictus Enriching our Music 59, William Bradley Roberts, Mass for St Philip’s
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All stand or kneel.
Celebrant
Holy and gracious Father: In your infinite love you made us for yourself; and, when we had fallen into sin and become subject to evil and death, you, in your mercy, sent Jesus Christ, your only and eternal Son, to share our human nature, to live and die as one of us, to reconcile us to you, the God and Father of all. He stretched out his arms upon the cross, and offered himself in obedience to your will, a perfect sacrifice for the whole world. On the night he was handed over to suffering and death, our Lord Jesus Christ took bread; and when he had given thanks to you, he broke it, and gave it to his disciples, and said, “Take, eat: This is my Body, which is given for you. Do this for the remembrance of me.” After supper he took the cup of wine; and when he had given thanks, he gave it to them, 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.” Therefore we proclaim the mystery of faith: All
Christ has died. Christ is risen. Christ will come again.
Celebrant
We celebrate the memorial of our redemption, O Father, in this sacrifice of praise and thanksgiving. Recalling his death, resurrection, and ascension, we offer you these gifts. Sanctify them by your Holy Spirit to be for your people the Body and Blood of your Son, the holy food and drink of new and unending life in him. Sanctify us also that we may faithfully receive this holy Sacrament, and serve you in unity, constancy, and peace; and at the last day bring us with all your saints into the joy of your eternal kingdom. All this we ask through your Son Jesus Christ. By Christ, and with Christ, and in Christ, in the unity of the Holy Spirit all honor and glory is yours, Almighty Father, now and for ever. AMEN. And now, as our Savior Christ has taught us, we are bold to say, The Lord’s Prayer
BCP, p. 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.
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The Breaking of the Bread
Wonder, Love and Praise 877, Mark Sedio
Choir then all sing
The bread which we break, Alleluia, Is the communion of the Body of Christ. All repeat the Antiphon
The Communion
All are welcome to receive the consecrated bread and wine of the Eucharist. You may receive at the altar or at floor-level stations. Stand or kneel and receive the bread (a wafer) in the palm of your hand. Gluten-free wafers are available upon request at the Peachtree (left) altar rail. Receive the wine either by drinking from the cup (guiding it to your lips) or by touching the wafer lightly to the wine. Younger children may stand for easier access to the cup. 11:15 a.m. only: Prayers for healing are available in St. Luke’s Chapel. The chapel is located in the South (Andrews) transept. All are welcome.
Communion Anthems
8:45 a.m.
music: Andrew Carter (b. 1939), Benedicite, Badgers and Hedgehogs words: Paraphrase of the Anglican translation of the canticle “Benedicite, omnia opera Domine,” BCP pp. 47-49; & Andrew Carter
O ye badgers and hedgehogs, bless the Lord. O ye badgers and squirrels and hedgehogs, bless the Lord. O ye badgers and squirrels and ferrets and foxes and hedgehogs, bless the Lord. O ye parakeets and pelicans and porcupines and penguins, guillemots and guinea pigs and gallinules and godwits and badgers and hedgehogs, bless the Lord. O ye weasels and warthogs and wallabies and wombats, chipmunks and chuckwallas and kookaburras and caterpillars and badgers and hedgehogs, bless the Lord. O ye dromedaries and ye dragonflies and diddy little daddy longlegs, budgerigars and bumblebees and bandicoots and bullfrogs and badgers and hedgehogs, bless the Lord.
music: Andrew Carter (b. 1939), Benedicite, Butterflies and Moths words: Paraphrase of the Anglican translation of the canticle “Benedicite, omnia opera Domine,” BCP pp. 47-49; & Andrew Carter
All you butterflies and moths, all you fluttering and flittering and flying creatures, come magnify the Lord. All you hovering and quivering and wondrous creatures, come magnify the Lord. Dragonflies trembling in the breeze, ladybirds lingering on a flower, come magnify the Lord. Kittiwakes calling on the cliffs, kingfishers flashing in the morning sun, come magnify the Lord.
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11:15 a.m.
music: Paul Mealor (b. 1957), Peace words: St. Francis of Assisi (1181/1182-1226)
Peace, Lord. Make me a channel of your peace: Where there is hatred, let me bring your love, Where there is injury, your pardon, Lord, And where there’s doubt, true faith in you. Where there’s despair in life, let me bring hope, Where there is darkness, only light, And where there’s sadness, ever joy. O Master, grant that I may never seek so much to be consoled as to console; To be understood as to understand, To be loved as to love with all my soul! It is in pardoning that we are pardoned, In giving of ourselves that we receive, And in dying that we’re born to eternal life. Make me a channel of your peace: Where there is hatred, let me bring your love, bring your peace. All sing
Communion Hymns 8:45 a.m. 383 416
“Fairest Lord Jesus” “For the beauty of the earth” sung to the tune of Hymn 119
11:15 a.m. 593
“Lord, make us servants of your peace”
St. Elizabeth Dix Dickinson College
The Sending of Lay Eucharistic Ministers Celebrant In the name of God, we send you forth bearing these holy gifts, that others may share in the communion of Christ’s body and blood. All
We who are many are one body, because we are one in Jesus Christ.
The Postcommunion Prayer Celebrant Let us pray. 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
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BCP, p. 365
All sing
The Processional: Hymn 412, “Earth and all stars” The Dismissal Deacon All
Earth and All Stars
Go in peace to love and serve the Lord. Thanks be to God.
Voluntary The Glorious Sun (from Celebrations of God in Nature)
Robert Ward (1917-2013)
All music is reprinted by permission under www.OneLicense.net (license number A-717455). Music from Wonder, Love, and Praise (“WLP”) © Church Pension Fund, except where noted below: Enriching Our Music 59 © 1995 William Bradley Roberts. WLP 877 © 1996 Mark Sedio.
THE CATHEDRAL OF ST. PHILIP
The Very Reverend Samuel G. Candler, Dean Dale Adelmann, Ph.D., Canon for Music The Reverend Lauren R. Holder, Canon for Outreach and Congregational Life The Reverend George M. Maxwell, Jr., Vicar The Reverend Catherine Zappa, Canon for Education and Worship The Reverend John William Harkins III, Ph.D., Priest Associate The Reverend Nathan G. Huddleston, Priest Associate for Youth and Young Adult Ministries The Reverend Julia B. Mitchener, Priest Associate for Children’s Ministries The Reverend Deacon Juan Sandoval, Deacon for Hispanic Ministries The Reverend Theophus “Thee” Smith, Ph.D., Priest Associate The Reverend Carolynne G. Williams, Canon Associate for Pastoral Care and Elder Ministry Mr. Austin Hall, Senior Warden Mrs. Dorsey DeLong, Junior Warden 2744 Peachtree Road, NW ∙ Atlanta, GA ∙ 30305-2920 ∙ (404) 365-1000 www.cathedralATL.org
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October 6, 2019 WELCOME For the latest news and happenings from the Cathedral, visit out website at cathedralATL.org. Also, see the information in print in our weekly newsletter, Cathedral Times, available in the narthex, in the hallway outside Child Hall, and in the Atrium. Tour the Cathedral this morning after the 8:45 and 11:15 a.m. services. Please meet us below the pulpit to explore the nooks and crannies of this wonderful place! Join us in the Cloister Garden this morning at 10:10 a.m. for pet blessings.
CHILDREN Children of all ages are welcome and encouraged to participate fully in our liturgy. For parents who prefer it, The Nurturing Center is open for children three and younger from 8:30 a.m. through the end of the 11:15 a.m. service each week. Children’s Chapel will not meet today so that children can enjoy the animals in the 8:45 a.m. service. Children’s Sunday School classes resume October 13.
YOUTH All youth are invited to experience the pet blessing this morning in the Cloister Garden at 10:10 a.m. Youth Sunday School classes and EYC resume October 13. For more information on offerings for Youth at the Cathedral, contact The Rev. Nate Huddleston, (nhuddleston@cathedralATL. org, 404-365-1080).
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ADULT EDUCATION All classes meet at 10:10 a.m. unless otherwise noted.
Please note that, on Sunday, October 6, we will not hold class in Child Hall; instead, we will observe the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi by blessing animals in the Cloister Garden. On October 13: Old Fashioned Sunday School: Contemplating Christ: How to Become a Mystic Without Really Trying!—Child Hall What will the church of the future will look like? The Jesuit theologian Karl Rahner famously said, “The Christian of the future will be a mystic or he will not exist at all.” Rahner was convinced that the secularization of life that began after the end of the Second World War would pull people away from the church. He feared that, if people did not have a deep experience of God, they would not commit themselves to a sustained life of faith. This term, we are looking at what it means to be a mystic (it’s not as extraordinary as you might think!) and how the recovery of the contemplative tradition in the church might change how we go about being church. On October 13, we will look at the Prologue of John and the stories of Jesus’ birth in Matthew and Luke to see what they tell us about the presence of Christ in our own lives today. As always, you will find a light heart, a broad welcome, and good coffee. We look forward to seeing you!
WEEKLY WORSHIP SERVICES Sunday
7:45 a.m. 8:45 a.m. 9:00 a.m. 11:15 a.m. 11:15 a.m. 4:00 p.m.
Holy Eucharist, Rite I Holy Eucharist, Rite II Holy Eucharist, Rite I Holy Eucharist, Rite II La Santa Eucaristía Choral Evensong & Holy Eucharist, Rite I
Monday-Wednesday and Friday 8:45 a.m. 12:15 p.m.
Thursday
8:45 a.m. 12:15 p.m. 5:45 p.m.
Saturday
8:45 a.m.
Mikell Chapel Cathedral Mikell Chapel Cathedral Mikell Chapel Cathedral
Morning Prayer Holy Eucharist, Rite II
Mikell Chapel St. Mary’s Chapel
Morning Prayer Holy Eucharist, Rite II Evening Prayer (second Thursdays only)
Mikell Chapel St. Mary’s Chapel Mikell Chapel
Morning Prayer
Mikell Chapel
Centering Prayer is on Wednesdays at 6:00 p.m. in the Lanier House. Evening Prayer is offered on the first, second and fourth Thursdays of the month at 5:45 p.m. in Mikell Chapel. Taizé: Prayers for Peace is offered every third Monday of the month at 8 p.m. in Mikell Chapel. The Indoor Labyrinth is available in Child Hall prior to the service. The Outdoor Labyrinth in front of the Lanier House is open daily. 16