Easter IV - May 12, 2019

Trinity Episcopal Church PROGRESSIVE  INCLUSIVE  CREATIVE  DOWNTOWN

   Holy Eucharist: Rite II   Easter IV   May 12, 2019

10:00am

liturgy of the word  Prelude Gathering Song

Hosanna to the Son of David (Jobst Choral Scholars) Good Christians all, rejoice and sing

David Weelkes

Hymnal 1982 #205

Words: Cyril A. Alington (1872-1955), alt. St. 5, Norman Mealy (1923-1987) Music: Gelobt sei Gott, Melchior Vulpius (1560?-1616) Meter: 888 with Allelluias

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liturgy of the word  Opening Acclamation Celebrant: People:

Alleluia. Christ is risen!

The Lord is risen indeed. Alleluia!

Welcome Collect of the day Celebrant: People: Celebrant:

God be with you.

And also with you.

Let us pray.

Eternal God, from whose gentle hands none can snatch us away: give us faith to believe that we are known and loved with a passion strong enough to bring the whole world back to you; through Jesus Christ, who is one with the source of life. Amen.

(Please be seated for the Lessons.)

The First Lesson Reader:

Acts 9:36-43

A reading from the book of Acts.

Now in Joppa there was a disciple whose name was Tabitha, which in Greek is Dorcas.

She was devoted to good works and acts of charity. At that time she became ill and died.

When they had washed her, they laid her in a room upstairs. Since Lydda was near Joppa, the disciples, who heard that Peter was there, sent two men to him with the request, "Please come to us without delay." So Peter got up and went with them; and when he arrived, they took him to the room upstairs.

All the widows stood beside him, weeping and showing tunics and other clothing that Dorcas had made while she was with them. Peter put all of them outside, and then he knelt down and prayed. He turned to the body and said, "Tabitha, get up." Then she opened her eyes, and seeing Peter, she sat up. He gave her his hand and helped her up.

Then calling the saints and widows, he showed her to be alive. This became known throughout Joppa, and many believed in the Lord. Meanwhile he stayed in Joppa for some time with a certain Simon, a tanner.

Reader: People:

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

Thanks be to God.

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The psalm

The 23rd Psalm (Jobst Choral Scholars)

The second Lesson Reader:

Bobby McFerrin

Revelation 7:9-17

A reading from the book of Revelation.

I looked, and there was a great multitude that no one could count, from every nation, from all tribes and peoples and languages, standing before the throne and before the Lamb, robed in white, with palm branches in their hands. They cried out in a loud voice, saying, “Salvation belongs to our God who is seated on the throne, and to the Lamb!”

And all the angels stood around the throne and around the elders and the four living creatures, and they fell on their faces before the throne and worshiped God, singing, “Amen! Blessing and glory and wisdom and thanksgiving and honor and power and might be to our God forever and ever! Amen.”

Then one of the elders addressed me, saying, "Who are these, robed in white, and where have they come from?" I said to him, "Sir, you are the one that knows." Then he said to me, "These are they who have come out of the great ordeal; they have washed their robes and made them white in the blood of the Lamb.

For this reason they are before the throne of God, and worship him day and night within his temple, and the one who is seated on the throne will shelter them. They will hunger no more, and thirst no more; the sun will not strike them, nor any scorching heat; for the Lamb at the center of the throne will be their shepherd, and he will guide them to springs of the water of life, and God will wipe away every tear from their eyes."

Reader: People:

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

Gradual

Draw the Circle Wide

(Please stand as you are able.)

Draw the circle Draw the circle wide.

Draw the circle Draw the circle wide.

No one stands alone.

We’ll stand side by side, Draw the circle Draw the circle wide.

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Mark Miller

The Gospel Officiant: People:

John 10:22-30 The Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to John.

Glory to you, Lord Christ.

At that time the festival of the Dedication took place in Jerusalem. It was winter, and Jesus was walking in the temple, in the portico of Solomon. So the Jews gathered around him and said to him, "How long will you keep us in suspense? If you are the Messiah, tell us plainly." Jesus answered, "I have told you, and you do not believe. The works that I do in my Father's name testify to me; but you do not believe, because you do not belong to my sheep. My sheep hear my voice. I know them, and they follow me. I give them eternal life, and they will never perish. No one will snatch them out of my hand. What my Father has given me is greater than all else, and no one can snatch it out of the Father's hand. The Father and I are one."

Officiant: People:

The Gospel of the Lord.

Praise to you, Lord Christ.

Sermon

The Rev. Dr. Lisa Tucker-Gray

Affirmation of Faith

from Shore to Shore

(Please stand as you are able.)

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.

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The Prayers of the People Intercessor:

Gracious God, you have promised to hear when we pray in the name of your Risen Son. In the hope and the promise of the Resurrection we lift our voices to pray.

People:

Enliven our hearts and stir our souls that we may hear and do your will.

May we be salt of the earth and light to the world.

Intercessor: People:

Breathe fresh life into all your people.

Give us power to reveal Christ in word and action.

Intercessor:

Creator of all, lead us and every people into ways of justice and peace.

That we may respect one another in freedom and truth.

People:

Intercessor: Awaken in us a sense of wonder for the earth and all that is in it.

People: Teach us to care creatively for its resources.

Intercessor: People:

God of truth, grant wisdom to all leaders who hold power, that all may act with integrity and courage.

Intercessor: Give grace to all whose lives are linked with ours.

People: May we serve Christ in one another, and love as he loves us.

Intercessor: People:

God of hope, comfort all who suffer in body, mind or spirit.

May they know the power of your healing love.

Intercessor: Make us willing agents of your compassion.

People: Strengthen us as we share in making people whole.

Intercessor: People:

We remember with thanksgiving those who have died in the faith of Christ, and those whose faith is known to you alone.

Lord, into your hands we commend them.

Intercessor: People:

Give comfort to those who mourn.

Bring them peace in their time of loss.

Celebrant:

God of love, you have called us to love the world. Grant that we may walk in your presence: your love in our hearts, your truth in our minds, your strength in our wills; until, at the end of our journey, we know the joy of our homecoming and the welcome of your embrace, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

The Peace Celebrant: People:

The peace of the Risen Lord be always with you.

And also with you.

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Liturgy of the Table

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Announcements & Offertory sentence Offertory

Bridge Over Troubled Water (Canterbury Choir)

Eucharistic Prayer Celebrant: People: Celebrant: People: Celebrant: People:

arr. Kirby Shaw

The Book of Common Prayer pg. 361 (prayer A) (Expansive Language Version)

God 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 our thanks and praise.

Celebrant: It is right, and a good and joyful thing always and everywhere to give thanks to you, Creator of heaven and earth. Through Jesus Christ our Lord. For our sins he was lifted high upon the cross, that he might draw the whole world to himself; and, by his suffering and death, he became the source of eternal salvation for all who put their trust in him.

Therefore we praise you, joining our voices with Angels and Archangels and with all the company of heaven, who forever sing this hymn to proclaim the glory of your Name;

Sanctus

Holy, Holy, Holy

Grayson Warren Brown

© 1979 Grayson Warren Brown, admin. OCP Publications.

Used with Permission.

CLLI License #11294600

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Celebrant: Holy and gracious God: 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 maker of all.

Jesus 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 Savior 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 Jesus 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: Christ has died.

Christ is risen.

Christ will come again.

We celebrate the memorial of our redemption, Almighty God, in this sacrifice of praise and thanksgiving. Recalling Christ’s 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 Christ.

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 Jesus Christ our Savior. By Christ, and with Christ, and in Christ, in the unity of the Holy Spirit all honor and glory is yours, Almighty God, now and for ever. AMEN.

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The Lord’s Prayer Celebrant:

The Book of Common Prayer, pg. 364

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

The Fraction: Breaking of the Bread Celebrant: People: Celebrant:

We break this bread to share in the Body of Christ.

We who are many are one body, for we all share in the one bread.

The Gifts of God for the People of God. Holy food for holy people.

Invitation to Communion (Please be seated until you are invited to come forward to receive communion.)

We welcome ALL to come forward to receive Communion as a sign of God’s love in and for our lives.

To receive the bread (or gluten-free wafer), please put your hands together, palms up. To receive the non-alcoholic wine, you may either drink directly from the cup or dip the bread in the cup before eating. If you are unable to come forward and wish to have Communion brought to you, please inform a greeter.

Need prayer for yourself or someone else? During Communion come to the prayer station in the back. Prayers may be requested for healing, medical procedures, safe travels, strength, patience and more. Blessings for birthdays, anniversaries and other events may also be requested.

All are welcome to take advantage of this opportunity, but no one is required; know that you are welcome and wanted just as you are.

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Communion Hymn

Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing

LEVAS #111

Words: Robert Robinson (1735-1790) Music: Nettleton, melody from A Repository of Sacred Music, Part II, 1813; harm.

Carl Haywood (b. 1949) from Songs of Praise

Communion Hymn

Total Praise (Jobst Choral Scholars) 10

African American Spiritual

The Post Communion Prayer

The Book of Common Prayer, pg. 365

(Please stand as you are able.)

Eternal God, you have graciously accepted us as living members of 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.

Blessing Sending Song

Glory, Glory, Hallelujah

LEVAS #130

Dismissal Celebrant: People:

Go in peace to love and serve the Lord. Alleluia, Alleluia!

Thanks be to God. Alleluia, Alleluia!

Please join us for coffee and conversation in the back of the church following the service.

All are welcome and wanted!

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Trinity Episcopal Church PROGRESSIVE

INCLUSIVE CREATIVE DOWNTOWN

Vestry Leadership Alice Todd, Senior Warden, Darrell Cousino, Junior Warden Greg Shumaker, Treasurer, Jamie Paul, Asst. Treasurer Roberta Durham, Clerk, Becky Roth, Administration Commission Chair Dennis Degnan, Property Commission Chair, Robert Meeker, Finance Commission Chair Jeffrey Albright, Jill Hunt & Donna Steppe

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 Jane Bueche, Parish Accountant Nick Zurawski, Sexton

Copyright Info: 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 is used by permission through purchase of CCLI #11294600 All printed music from Gather was used by permission through purchase of onelicense.net License # A-700000 Fraction from: New Zealand Prayer Book, 1997 Affirmation of Faith from: From Shore to Shore: Liturgies, Litanies and Prayers from Around the World, by Kate Wyles, 2003 Opening Collect from: Prayers for an Inclusive Church by Steven Shakespeare, 2009 Bulletin Image: The Glory of Christ, Stephen Wately, 2008

TRINITY EPISCOPAL CHURCH PROGRESSIVE INCLUSIVE

(419) 243-1231

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Trinity Episcopal Church

Easter IV May 12, 2019

Progressive  Inclusive  Creative  Downtown 316 Adams Street, Toledo, OH trinitytoledo.org 419-243-1231

Trinity Pages #LOVE IS THE WAY! Good morning and “welcome home” to Trinity!

Whether you are new to our community or have found yourself coming back again and again, we want you to know you are both welcome and wanted here among us.

For some, church is as comfortable and familiar as a good pair of jeans, or like coming back to your childhood home (if it is one filled with good memories). For others, church might be like visiting a foreign country where you experience unfamiliar language or customs. And then, sadly, for some church has become equated with feelings of hurt, rejection, or shame. We get all of that and believe that church can be different.

We hold in real tension the beauty of our tradition with Jesus’ mandate to welcome all, no exceptions.

And we get that if people are brave enough to walk through the doors of a big, Gothic-looking church in downtown Toledo, we’d better be serious about being progressive, inclusive and creative.

We love our Episcopal tradition, but we love people from all walks of life even more. It is our hope and prayer that together we will navigate our way through each gathering, worship service, outreach activity, class, meal and social time with humility, grace and laughter.

So thank you for being here today; for trusting the yearning that brought you through those ancient doors.

May we all find our way into the heart of God’s love as we make room for each and all of us at the Table of love we set together week after week.

And may you never forget you are loved,

Lisa

TODAY Sunday 5/12, 11:15 – Coffee & Celebration- Please join us for a cake reception following service in the back of the Sanctuary as we celebrate and honor Elizabeth Cousino in all she has done as the Interim Communications and Special Projects Coordinator over the past year.

TODAY Sunday 5/12, 11:30 – Membership Inquiry Meeting – What does it mean to be a member at Trinity? Join Lisa at 11:30 in the living room to learn and talk about membership. Not sure if you are a “member”? Come find out! All are welcome and wanted!

TODAY (5/12) 10:00

Next Week (5/19) 10:00

Reader Guild: Elizabeth Cousino Bob Meeker Darrell Cousino

Reader Guild: Jeffrey Albright Gary Franklin Bettye Jo Hansbarger

Chalice Guild: Mary Beroske Scott Dibling

Chalice Guild: Jason Rahe Marcia O’Connor

Altar Guild: Kyle Grefe Bread Guild: Scott Dibling

Altar Guild: Karen Johnson-Webb Bread Guild: Jolene Miller

Greeter Guild: Bob Meeker & Sherre Smith

Greeter Guild: Jeffrey Albright Bettye Jo Hansbarger

Hospitality Guild: 9a Jolene, Donna, & the Cousinos 11:15a Mary Beroske

Hospitality Guild: 9a Kim, Nancy, Mike & Sherre 11:15a Kim & Nancy

A weekly spotlight of one of Trinity’s 5 ministry partners in 2019.

Toledo Streets Newspaper 1Matters–Tent City and Food for Thought volunteer, Amanda Zuehlke, wanted to do more to attack the systemic issues causing homelessness; its causes, its obstacles, and its solutions. She came across the concept of street papers, a way to provide the financial autonomy that produces domestic autonomy. She thought, “Someone should do that in Toledo.” Amanda and her small hand-picked team put the pieces together and started Toledo Streets Newspaper (TSN). Writers, photographers, and other volunteers helped launch the inaugural issue in midOctober of 2009.

Job development grants beginning in 2013 from the Lucas County Commissioners and the Mayor of the City of Toledo allowed TSN to hire a staff person to assist the vendors in acquiring the skills to gain full time employment. A partnership with Lourdes University provided educational opportunities normally inaccessible to the vendors. These partnerships allowed 1Matters to successfully spin off TSN as its own registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit. All help is appreciated. In Amanda’s words, “There is no such thing as small change.”

Issue 88 was just released; this is TSN’s Housing Issue with compelling pieces on the risks people face of homelessness in our area. Pick up your copy today in the back of the Sanctuary!

Welcome Flowers given in honor of Mother’s Day! Order your flowers today at trinitytoledo.org or place a filled-out order form in the offering plate on Sunday!

Don’t forget to stop by the Welcome Station at the conclusion of service to pick up your flowers!!!

Art Loop!

Next to New will be open from 6:00 - 8:00 for Art Loop on May 16th. Stop by for some great deals and fun activities! Don’t forget to wear your discount buttons, or stop by if you don’t have one yet! Volunteers are always welcome!!

Sale of the Week 50% OFF all clothing and shoes this week!!!

May Ready to READ Next To New and Toledo Public Library will host their final Ready to READ event on Monday, May 20th from 10:00 - 1:00! Sales that day will include: * 75% OFF on all books * Buy One, Get Two FREE on all children’s Clothing * 50% OFF all games, toys and puzzles And a special appearance from a Star Wars character! Don’t miss out!!!

Student Volunteers Calling all high school and college students!

Need volunteer hours for a club or honor society? Next to New invites you to earn those service hours at our shop. Email Lynzi, lynzi@trinitytoledo.org, for more information.

Art Loop, a monthly downtown art experience created by The Arts Commission, is every 3rd Thursday of the month, May-December, 5:30-9:00pm.

Trinity opens its doors to Art Loop on May 16th from 5:30 - 9:00 for fun, crafts and music! Local artist, Artist Afeena, will be doing henna body art at Trinity from 5:30-7:30.

More information can be found at https://www.trinitytoledo.org/community/art-loop/

Altar Guild Every Sunday morning a member of this guild is responsible for setting out the vessels, linens, bread and wine to be used for worship. Each new member is paired with an experienced member to learn about this special ministry. Please contact Kyle Grefe at kagrefe@gmail.com if you want to learn more about joining this wonderful guild!

Chalice Guild Volunteers assist with offering the wine at communion every Sunday. Each member is trained on what to do and say as well as why communion is such an important part of our understanding of who we are as Christians and Episcopalians. If you’re interested, please contact Priest Lisa at lisa@trinitytoledo.org.

Trinity is seeking a Nursery Attendant to provide dependable, safe, secure, and nurturing care to children of Trinity members and visitors during Sunday worship and other times when the community gathers.

More information on the position and a link to the application can be found on our website, trinitytoledo.org.

We will be moving to a weekly Trinity Topics, which will be sent out every Friday morning! Trinity Topics is our digital newsletter featuring a special message from Priest Lisa, upcoming events for Trinity and our ministry partners, as well as news from our diocese!

Email admin@trinitytoledo.org to be added to our email chain!!!

Sunday, May 12 9:00-9:45 Free Community Breakfast 10:00-11:15 Worship 11:15 Coffee & Conversation 11:30-12:30 Membership Inquiry Meeting, in the Living Room Monday, May 13 9:30-3:00 Next to New Shop Open 12:00-1:00 AA Meeting 6:30-8:30 Food For Thought Board Mtg Tuesday, May 14 12:00-1:00 AA Meeting 3:30-4:30 Wardens Mtg 4:00-5:30 Open Table Toledo Mtg Wednesday, May 15 12:00-1:00 AA Meeting 12:10 Midweek Eucharist Thursday, May 16 9:30-3:00 Next to New Shop Open 12:00-1:00 AA Meeting 7:00-8:00 Choir Rehearsal Friday, May 17 12:00-1:00 AA Meeting 6:00-7:00 Food for Thought (PBJ Making) Saturday, May 18 Trinity Offices Closed Sunday, May 19 9:00-9:45 Free Community Breakfast 10:00-11:15 Worship 11:15 Coffee & Conversation 11:30-12:30 Membership Inquiry Meeting, in the Living Room

TRINITY EPISCOPAL CHURCH PROGRESSIVE INCLUSIVE

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May Birthdays

A Birthday Blessing On this echoing-day of your birth, may you open the gift of solitude in order to receive your soul; Enter the generosity of silence to hear your hidden heart…to be enfolded anew by the miracle of your being. (- John O’Donohue) May 3 May 5 May 6 May 12 May 13 May 13 May 15 May 17 May 21 May 21 May 24

Karen Johnson-Webb Lois Nelson Michael Fischer Bonnie Loss Keith Burris Baylon Heider Ben Bueche Wes Snyder Reuben Bueche Alexis Bueche-Hall Douglas Johnson

May 24 May 26 May 31 May 31

Sherre Smith Jess Issac Becky Roth John Woellner

In addition to our birthday recognition, Trinity would like to honor those celebrating a wedding anniversary.

If you would like your anniversary listed in the Trinity Pages, please: email or call the office at 419-243-1231 or admin@trinitytoledo.org and we will add your information to our database!

Congratulations Seniors!

Ada Blattner – Bowsher H.S. Katie Crawford – Toledo School for the Arts Katelynn Engel – Waite H.S. Cameron Lawyer – Waite H.S. Eduardo Pizano – Waite H.S.

Please remember those who have asked for our prayers:

Prayers play an important role in our faith and community at Trinity. To have your name or the name of someone you love on the Prayer List, contact the office or sign the prayer book at the Prayer Station.

There are many times when it would be appropriate to reach out to Lisa including: -You or someone you love has been hospitalized -You or someone you love would like time to talk confidentially -You have a question about baptism, marriage, confirmation or membership -You would like to explore different ways of getting involved in our community -You would like to schedule a time for coffee or a meal Lisa is available by phone or email and will respond as able.

Please let her know what your request is and how she can best reach you in a timely fashion.

She can be reached by email at lisa@trinitytoledo.org or by cell at (734)834-0132.