Easter Sunday - April 12, 2020

Trinity Episcopal Church PROGRESSIVE  INCLUSIVE 

CREATIVE  DOWNTOWN

Feast of the Resurrection

Holy Eucharist Rite II 

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April 12, 2020

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10:00am

 The Liturgy of the Word  Prelude

Hallelujah (Jobst Choral Scholars)

Welcome Opening Hymn

The Rev. Dr. Lisa Tucker-Gray

Jesus Christ is Risen Today

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Hymnal 1982 #207

Opening Statement & Collect of the Day Celebrant:

(Prayers for an Inclusive Church)

Alleluia! Christ is risen!

The Lord is risen indeed! Alleluia!

People:

Celebrant:

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

People:

Celebrant:

Let us pray.

Christ, God unlimited by mortal fear or tomb’s cold grip: in the lingering dark give us grace to know your life triumphant your love undimmed in the face of Jesus the first born from the dead. Amen.

FIRST READING

ACTS 10: 34-43

Reader:

A reading from the Book of Acts

Read by Becky Roth

Peter began to speak to them: "I truly understand that God shows no partiality, but in every nation anyone who fears him and does what is right is acceptable to him. You know the message he sent to the people of Israel, preaching peace by Jesus Christ--he is Lord of all. That message spread throughout Judea, beginning in Galilee after the baptism that John announced: how God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Spirit and with power; how he went about doing good and healing all who were oppressed by the devil, for God was with him.

We are witnesses to all that he did both in Judea and in Jerusalem. They put him to death by hanging him on a tree; but God raised him on the third day and allowed him to appear, not to all the people but to us who were chosen by God as witnesses, and who ate and drank with him after he rose from the dead.

He commanded us to preach to the people and to testify that he is the one ordained by God as judge of the living and the dead. All the prophets testify about him that everyone who believes in him receives forgiveness of sins through his name."

Reader:

Hear what the Spirit is saying to God’s People.

Thanks be to God.

People:

THE PSALm

Psalm 118:1-2, 14-24 (Psalms for Praying, Nan Merrill) (Offered by Trevor Gill-Snow, Max Gierke, Kate Hobekost & Lilly Buck)

SECOND READING Reader:

Colossians 3:1-4 Read by Darrell Cousino

A reading from Colossians

If you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth, for you have died, and your life is hidden with Christ in God. When Christ who is your life is revealed, then you also will be revealed with him in glory.

Reader: People:

Hear what the Spirit is saying to God’s People.

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Gradual

How Great Thou Art (Kim Buehler, Jobst Choral Scholar)

Stuart K. Hine

THE GOSPEL Celebrant: People:

John 20:1-18 The Holy Gospel of our Savior Jesus Christ according to John Glory to you, Lord Christ.

Early on the first day of the week, while it was still dark, Mary Magdalene came to the tomb and saw that the stone had been removed from the tomb. So she ran and went to Simon Peter and the other disciple, the one whom Jesus loved, and said to them, “They have taken the Lord out of the tomb, and we do not know where they have laid him.” Then Peter and the other disciple set out and went toward the tomb. The two were running together, but the other disciple outran Peter and reached the tomb first. He bent down to look in and saw the linen wrappings lying there, but he did not go in. Then Simon Peter came, following him, and went into the tomb.

He saw the linen wrappings lying there, and the cloth that had been on Jesus’ head, not lying with the linen wrappings but rolled up in a place by itself. Then the other disciple, who reached the tomb first, also went in, and he saw and believed; for as yet they did not understand the scripture, that he must rise from the dead. Then the disciples returned to their homes.

But Mary stood weeping outside the tomb. As she wept, she bent over to look into the tomb; and she saw two angels in white, sitting where the body of Jesus had been lying, one at the head and the other at the feet. They said to her, “Woman, why are you weeping?” She said to them, “They have taken away my Lord, and I do not know where they have laid him.”

When she had said this, she turned around and saw Jesus standing there, but she did not know that it was Jesus. Jesus said to her, “Woman, why are you weeping? Whom are you looking for?” Supposing him to be the gardener, she said to him, “Sir, if you have carried him away, tell me where you have laid him, and I will take him away.” Jesus said to her, “Mary!”

She turned and said to him in Hebrew, “Rabbouni!” (which means Teacher). Jesus said to her, “Do not hold on to me, because I have not yet ascended to the Father. But go to my brothers and say to them, ‘I am ascending to my Father and your Father, to my God and your God.’” Mary Magdalene went and announced to the disciples, “I have seen the Lord”; and she told them that he had said these things to her.

Celebrant: People:

The Gospel of Christ.

Praise to you, Lord Christ.

Sermon

The Rev. Dr. Lisa Tucker-Gray

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Affirmation of Faith

(Shore to Shore: Liturgies, Litanies & Prayers from Around the World)

(Offered by Trinity Members)

We believe in God, the creator of all life and beauty, who blesses our journey.

We believe in Jesus Christ, who lived as a friend and savior to all he met as he traveled, and who ate and laughed, wept and celebrated with them in love.

We believe in the Holy Spirit, who rides on the gentle breeze, who strengthens our bindings, and who offers hope eternal.

We believe in the church, which stands open to all travelers, and bears witness to the everlasting love of God. Amen.

Prayers of the People Intercessor: People:

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Read by Gary Franklin

Gathered at the empty tomb, let us pray for the church, those in need, and all of God’s creation. God of Easter gladness, invigorate us with the good news of freedom to choosing a path of love and new life. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

God of Easter rebirth, renew creation with rain, warmth, wonder and a creator’s love. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

God of Easter everywhere, charge and challenge leaders of all nations to be servants and peacemakers. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

God of Easter joy, surprise, amaze, and comfort all who seek healing.

Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

God of Easter people, hear the prayers of this community on this and every day. At this time, we invite your own prayers, silently or aloud. (silence) Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

God of Easter presence, protect those who serve and work in dangerous conditions at home and abroad. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

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Intercessor: People:

Intercessor:

God of Easter promises, invite us into the hope and joy of eternal life. We celebrate the life and witness of all the saints you have called by name.

Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Into your hands, gracious God, we commend all for whom we pray, trusting in your mercy; through your risen Son, Jesus the Christ.

Amen.

Announcements Offertory A virtual offering plate, titled Sunday, April 12 Offering, has been created on our website’s Online Giving page. Through this online resource, you can make a regular Sunday offering, or a pledge contribution. www.trinitytoledo.org/online-giving/

Offertory

Imagine (Jobst Choral Scholars)

Lord’s Prayer

John Lennon

The Meyer Family

Celebrant: And now, as our Savior Christ has taught us, we are bold to say: 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.

Blessing

May the rain fall off your shoulders when you’re caught in a storm.

When the frost comes a callin’ may it find you safe and warm.

May your place be set, and may your promises be kept.

And may you never forget that you are loved.

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Sending Hymn

Thine is the Glory

Dismissal Leader: People:

Let us go forth in the power of the Resurrection. Alleluia! Alleluia!

Thanks be to God. Alleluia! Alleluia!

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Trinity’s Daily Bread- As a community of faith, we are called to love and be loved; to serve and be served, to give and to receive. In short, we don’t want anyone to “fall behind or drop out.” In this season of connecting in new ways, we are introducing Trinity’s Daily Bread. Please let us know if you need prayer, assistance or connection by filling out our Daily Bread form on our website, www.trinitytoledo.org!

trinity Episcopal Church Vestry Leadership Donna Steppe, Sr. Warden, Roberta Durham, Jr. Warden Leah Reed, Clerk, Jane Bueche, Treasurer, Jeffrey Albright, Dennis Degnan, Fritz Hany, Bob Meeker & Jamie Paul

Parish Staff The Rev. Dr. Lisa Tucker-Gray, Rector Nate Leonard, Director of Music & the Arts Heather Meyer, Director of Operations and Community Development Lynzi Miller, Next to New Manager & Communications Coordinator Nick Zurawski, Sexton Resources & Copyright Info: Opening Collect from: Prayers for an Inclusive Church by Steven Shakespeare, 2009.

Readings from: Revised Common Lectionary: lectionarypage.net, 2020. Post Communion Prayer from: Book of Common

Prayer, 1979.

Additional liturgical pieces drawn from: Breathing New Life into Lent: Volume Three , John Pritchard, Jr. and The Cross in the Marketplace: An Easter Resource Book from Iona, Dave Broom

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Easter Memorial Flowers From

In memory or in honor of

Jolene Miller and Donna Steppe

Susan Lowrey and Esther Behnke

Bettye Jo Hansbarger

Mary & Francis Harrington and Judy Fuller

Wayne North and Dave Bingham

Robert & Rae Halbach and Rev Dr. Wayne & Grace North

Karen and George Keune

David Perdeau

Julie Beckert

Sue Beckert, Helen Meek, Harold Meek, and Richard Meek

Lynzi Miller

Lois & Merritt Obreiter and Bob & Pam Miller

Lucy Russell

Jane Timbrook

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Trinity Pages

April 12, 2020

Friday 4/17, 7:00pm, Compline – Every Friday evening we will round off our day and prepare for a quiet night with a Compline Zoom evening prayer. You can find the Zoom dial-in information on our website https://www.trinitytoledo.org/compline/.

Trinity’s Daily Bread- As a community of faith, we are called to love and be loved; to serve and be served, to give and to receive. In short, we don’t want anyone to “fall behind or drop out, so we are offering new ways to stay connected. Please let us know if you need prayer, assistance or connection by filling out our Daily Bread form on our website, https://www.trinitytoledo.org/daily-bread/.

AA Virtual Support Network- For our sisters and brothers in recovery and seeking support, follow this link on our website (https://www.trinitytoledo.org/aa-online-resources/) to an intergroup of available on-line meetings.

Please remember those who have asked for our prayers:

Estella Hallem John Darnell Aidan Mitchell Eleanor Paul Judy Moon Angel Tristan

James Boles Kevin Childress Joy Dunn Bashi Paul Dianne Swartz

the Brown Family Sara Swartz Jeff Habib Daniel & Krysta Tammy

Teresa Martinez Robert Swartz David Goldstein Romona Char

Keaton & Katie Justin Myers Sheilah Wilson Holly Brian Russell

Please remember those who have recently died:

Ruth Warnka

Beau Beaupré

To add your name or the name of someone you love on the Prayer List, please email lynzi@trinitytoledo.org.

Birthdays

4/3 David Breen 4/6 Jenn Emerich 4/15 Doug Rahe 4/25 Christina Turner 4/29 Derick Oyler, Jr

Anniversaries

4/3 4/7 4/16 4/26

Beth Oyler 4/5 Elizabeth Cousino Lynzi Miller 4/10 Kim Buehler Spencer Wilhelm 4/19 Kristian Emerich Jill Snyder 4/27 John Abood

4/5 Warnetta Walters 4/14 Karin Giffin 4/23 Jane Bueche 4/27 Max Gierke

4/14 Annie Devine & Grant Jones To have your birthday or anniversary listed, please email the office: admin@trinitytoledo.org