First Sunday of Advent - November 29, 2020

Trinity Episcopal Church PROGRESSIVE  INCLUSIVE 

CREATIVE  DOWNTOWN

ADVENT 2020

First Sunday OF ADVENT Morning Devotion November 29, 2020 10:00am

ď ˜ The Liturgy of the Word ď ˜ Prelude

Noel (Jobst Choral Scholars, Jon Brown- percussion)

WELCOME Opening Song

Behold, I Make All Things New (The Work of The People. Music by Alana Levandoski)

Behold, I make all things new behold, I make all things new behold, I make all things new behold, I make all things new Let there be light let there be light God unseen is taking form God unseen is taking form God unseen is taking form God unseen is taking form Let there by life let there be life The first and last is surging forth the first and last is surging forth the first and last is surging forth the first and last is surging forth Becoming life becoming life Behold, I make all things new behold, I make all things new behold, I make all things new behold, I make all things new Let there be light let there be life

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Todd Smith

Candle Lighting Family: People:

Karen, George and Henry Keune

We light this candle as a sign of the coming light of Christ.

In the wilderness prepare the way of the Lord, make straight in the desert a highway for our God.

Opening Collect Priest: People: Priest:

Prayers for an Inclusive Church

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Let us pray.

God of unveiled truth, faithful flame in times of darkened sun and waning moon: lift up our unknowing hearts, and waken our sleeping love to announce the coming dawn of unexpected peace; through Jesus Christ, the one who is to come. Amen.

FIRST Reading Reader:

Isaiah 64:1-9 A reading from Isaiah

Read by Gail Abood

O that you would tear open the heavens and come down, so that the mountains would quake at your presence-- as when fire kindles brushwood and the fire causes water to boil-- to make your name known to your adversaries, so that the nations might tremble at your presence!

When you did awesome deeds that we did not expect, you came down, the mountains quaked at your presence. From ages past no one has heard, no ear has perceived, no eye has seen any God besides you, who works for those who wait for him. You meet those who gladly do right, those who remember you in your ways. But you were angry, and we sinned; because you hid yourself we transgressed. We have all become like one who is unclean, and all our righteous deeds are like a filthy cloth. We all fade like a leaf, and our iniquities, like the wind, take us away. There is no one who calls on your name, or attempts to take hold of you; for you have hidden your face from us, and have delivered us into the hand of our iniquity.

Yet, O Lord, you are our Father; we are the clay, and you are our potter; we are all the work of your hand. Do not be exceedingly angry, O Lord, and do not remember iniquity forever. Now consider, we are all your people.

Reader:

People:

PSALm

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

Psalm 80:1-7, 16-18 From Psalms for Praying (Offered by Valerie Vetter, Development Director at Leading Families Home) The congregation is invited to join in reciting the bolded words in the Psalm.

Eternal Listener, give heed to your people, You, who are our Guide and our Light!

You, who dwell amidst the angels, shine forth into the heart of all nations!

Enliven your people with compassion that peace and justice might flourish.

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Restore us, O Holy One; let your face shine upon us, teach us to love!

Gentle Teacher, help us to turn to You in prayer, fasting from our negative thoughts.

In your steadfast Love, You weep with our tears, tears that rise from fear, doubt, and illusion.

You uphold us when we feel the sting of pride, when our anxiety threatens to paralyze us.

Restore us, O Holy One; let your face shine upon us, teach us to love!

May those who have borne the fruit of love radiate your Spirit into the world!

May we always walk and co-create with You; receive the gratitude of our hearts, as we share in the Great Plan!

Restore us, O Holy One! Let your face shine upon us, teach us to love!

SECOND READING Reader:

1 Corinthians 1:3-9 A reading from First Corinthians

Read by Sandy Spang

Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.

I give thanks to my God always for you because of the grace of God that has been given you in Christ Jesus, for in every way you have been enriched in him, in speech and knowledge of every kind-- just as the testimony of Christ has been strengthened among you-- so that you are not lacking in any spiritual gift as you wait for the revealing of our Lord Jesus Christ. He will also strengthen you to the end, so that you may be blameless on the day of our Lord Jesus Christ. God is faithful; by him you were called into the fellowship of his Son, Jesus Christ our Lord.

Reader: People:

Gradual

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

In the Bleak Midwinter (Offered by Sam Melden, Trinity member)

In the bleak midwinter, frosty wind made moan, earth stood hard as iron, water like a stone; snow had fallen, snow on snow, snow on snow, in the bleak midwinter, long ago.

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1982 Hymnal #112

THE GOSPEL Celebrant: People:

Mark 13:24-37 The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Mark Glory to you, Lord Christ.

Jesus said, “In those days, after that suffering, the sun will be darkened, and the moon will not give its light, and the stars will be falling from heaven, and the powers in the heavens will be shaken.

Then they will see ‘the Son of Man coming in clouds’ with great power and glory. Then he will send out the angels, and gather his elect from the four winds, from the ends of the earth to the ends of heaven.

“From the fig tree learn its lesson: as soon as its branch becomes tender and puts forth its leaves, you know that summer is near. So also, when you see these things taking place, you know that he is near, at the very gates. Truly I tell you, this generation will not pass away until all these things have taken place. Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will not pass away.

“But about that day or hour no one knows, neither the angels in heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father. Beware, keep alert; for you do not know when the time will come. It is like a man going on a journey, when he leaves home and puts his slaves in charge, each with his work, and commands the doorkeeper to be on the watch. Therefore, keep awake—for you do not know when the master of the house will come, in the evening, or at midnight, or at cockcrow, or at dawn, or else he may find you asleep when he comes suddenly. And what I say to you I say to all: Keep awake.”

Celebrant: People:

The Gospel of the Lord.

Praise to you, Lord Christ.

Sermon

The Rev. Dr. Lisa Tucker-Gray

The Apostles’ Creed

From The Work of the People Please join the leader in sharing the words of The Apostles’ Creed he is seated at the right hand of the Father, and he will come to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.

I believe in God the Father Almighty, creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, God’s only Son our Lord: who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried; he descended to the dead.

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The Prayers of the People

Led by Elizabeth Cousino Based on liturgy designed by the Iona Community & Eggs & Ashes Please join us in sharing the response written in bold.

Intercessor:

People: Intercessor:

People: Intercessor:

People: Intercessor:

People: Intercessor: People: Intercessor:

People: Intercessor:

People: Intercessor:

Spirit of fire, inflame in us a passion for justice and equality. That we may know the cleansing of our prejudices and fears and proclaim your freedom, boldly caressing your Earth with humility.

Hear our prayers for freedom and justice for all.

Spirit of compassion, infuse us with your longings for wholeness and deep joy. That we may reach out to those who are hurting and alienated, enfolding one another with your love and tenderness.

Hear our prayers for healing and wholeness.

Spirit of wisdom, be within us in our journeying, gently guiding us along life giving paths. That we may be led towards transformation and new beginnings in our world.

Hear our prayers for courage to begin again.

Spirit of gentleness, touch us anew, releasing in us all that we are afraid of in this uncertain time. That we may know your acceptance of us, and freely accept and embrace others.

Hear our prayers for peace and acceptance.

Spirit of power, hold us in our powerlessness. That we may know your strength and become a voice for the voiceless, healing for the wounded and empowerment for the weak, and lost, and confused.

Hear our prayers for mercy and grace.

Spirit of judgement, be tender with us and show us your mercy. That we may humbly learn of you and not be afraid to be your prophets in the world.

Hear our prayers for the gift of witness.

Spirit of comfort, draw near to us in all grief, confusion and pain; in your graciousness, bring hope, consolation and renewal. That many may look inside and out and discover you in the midst.

Hear our prayers for consolation and comfort.

People:

Spirit of dance, be our playfulness and source of deep joy. That we may leap and laugh and enter moments of new life as we work to breathe deeply again.

Hear our prayers for gifts of life and joy.

Intercessor: People:

Give us confidence in life and assurance in death.

In God’s many names we pray, AMEN.

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The Confession of Sin & Absolution

Enriching Our Worship

Priest: Let us confess our sins to God. (silence may be kept) Priest and People:

God of all mercy, we confess that we have sinned against you opposing your will in our lives.

We have denied your goodness in each other, in ourselves, and in the world you have created.

We repent of the evil that enslaves us, the evil we have done, and the evil done on our behalf.

Forgive, restore, and strengthen us through our Savior Jesus Christ, that we may abide in your love and serve only your will. Amen.

Priest: Almighty God have mercy on you, forgive you all your sins through the grace of Jesus Christ, strengthen you in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep you in eternal life.

People: Amen.

The Peace Celebrant: People:

The Peace of the Lord be always with you.

And also with you.

Announcements Offertory A virtual offering plate, titled Sunday, November 29 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

Joy to the World

G.F. Handel

(Grace Hirt, Chelsie Cree & Kim Buehler, Jobst Choral Scholars)

Lord’s Prayer The congregation is invited to join.

Led by Cheryl Mack

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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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.

Sending Hymn

People, Look East

WLP #724

(Grace Hirt, Chelsie Cree & Courtney Rahe, Jobst Scholars)

Dismissal Leader: People:

Led by Henry Keune Go in peace to love and serve the Lord.

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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 Heather Meyer, Director of Operations and Community Development Lynzi Miller, Next To New Manager & Communications Coordinator Nick Zurawski, Sexton Additional Resources & Copyright Info:

Opening Collect: Prayers for an Inclusive Church by Steven Shakespeare, 2009.

Readings and Gospel from: Revised Common Lectionary: lectionarypage.net, 2020.

Psalm: Psalms for Praying: An Invitation for Wholeness, Nan Merrill, Continuum International Publishing, 2003 Prayers of the People: based on liturgy designed by the Iona Community & Eggs & Ashes. Video content from Heather Meyer and production by Owen Cappellini.

Confession of Sin: Enriching Our Worship 1, Morning and Evening Prayer. Church Publishing Inc. New York.

The Apostles’ Creed: used with subscription permission through The Work of the People, Liturgy Project https://www.theworkofthepeople.com.

Lord’s Prayer: Traditional, Spoken Bulletin Image: Artwork from Jan Richardson.

All printed music from The Hymnal 1982, Lift Ev’ry Voice and Sing, My Heart Sings Out, Wonder, Love, and Praise was used by permission through purchase of riteseries.org.

All other printed music permission through purchase of CCLI Copyright license #20577215 Size B Streaming License #20577284 Size B Secular music permission through purchase of CCS WORSHIPcast Copyright license #13190 All printed music from Gather permission through purchase of onelicense.net License # A-700000

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Trinity Pages

Advent I November 29, 2020

TODAY 11/29, 11:00am, Virtual Coffee Hour – You are invited to join us for a 30-minute virtual coffee and conversation following our 10:00 online worship service today! Find the Zoom link on our website and Facebook each Sunday morning!

TOMORROW 11/30, Poinsettia Order Deadline - Place your Christmas Poinsettia order here: www.trinitytoledo.org/christmas-poinsettias/; please be sure to include your first and last name, phone number, and quantity. If you are requesting a flower in honor or memory of a loved one, please include their first and last name(s) on the sign up, which we will list in our Christmas Eve bulletin. Orders are DUE by Monday, November 30, 2020.

TSN Annual Calendar Sale - Every year Toledo Streets Newspaper Vendors hit the streets supplied with disposable cameras in search of images that capture our community from their unique perspective.

Images are then included in an annual calendar fundraiser. While TSN is still producing the calendars, their fundraiser looks a little different this year. In lieu of their normal in-person event, they are moving the calendar sales to pre-orders online. A “Drive-Up” Event will happen December 10th for those who have pre-ordered calendars to pick up their purchases with a brief transaction in front of their downtown office. Supporters will also have the option of having their calendars shipped directly to them.

Order your calendars today! https://www.toledostreets.com/virtual-fundraiser.

Please remember those who have asked for our prayers:

Pat Albright Bettye Jo Hansbarger John L., Gladys & Karen Johnson-Webb Olivia Carol Gray Pat Squire Don Keune The Loss Family Wes Paulin Tishie Bozeman Sheilah Wilson Barb Scott Godwin Nosa

Ethan & Alecia Grefe Judy Moon Regina Andrea Parmer Diane Suzanne Ronald B Mitchell

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

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Birthdays

11/3 Kelsey Echelbarger 11/10 Chelsie Cree 11/19 Erin Miller 11/29 Kyle Kuhr

11/7 Vickie Kuhr 11/12 Taylor Tennant 10 11/20 Kate Habekost

11/7 Molli Anderson 11/13 James Petlow 11/22 Brad Tansel

To add your birthday or anniversary to our list, please email lynzi@trinitytoledo.org.