Fifth Sunday of Easter - May 2, 2021

Trinity Episcopal Church PROGRESSIVE  INCLUSIVE 

CREATIVE  DOWNTOWN

The Fifth Sunday of Easter

Morning Devotion Welcome Augsburg Lutheran 

May 2, 2021

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10:00am

 The Liturgy of the Word  Prelude

Ballad No.2 Excerpt

Frédéric Chopin

(Logan Maccariella)

Welcome Opening Hymn

The Rev. Dr. Lisa Tucker-Gray

We Live By Faith and Not By Sight

The New Church Hymnal, #256

(Courtney Rahe & Gabe Hagedorn)

We live By Faith and not by sight; No gracious words we hear From Christ who spoke as non e’er spoke, Who still we know is near.

We may not touch Christ’s hands and side, nor follow where Christ trod; But in confessing we rejoice: Our Savior and our God! Help then, O Christ, our unbelief; And may our faith abound To call on you when you are near And seek where you are found: That, when our life of faith is done, In realms of clearer light We may behold you as you are, With full and endless sight.

Opening Statement & Collect of the Day Priest: People: Priest: People: Priest:

The Work of The People (TWOTP)

Alleluia! Christ is risen!

They are risen indeed!

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Let us pray.

I Rest In You

by Silvia Purdie (TWOTP) Based on Psalm 4

I rest in you, O God, I am in your safe keeping, body and soul held in peace. My heart cries out to you, my God. All that upsets me you see, all that disturbs me you understand. Only here in your presence am I fully known. I am wrapped in grace. I rest in you, O God, I am in your safe keeping, body and soul held in peace.

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I try to relax but anger rattles me I try to relax but my failings niggle at me. Be still, be silent. I rest in you, O God, I am in your safe keeping, body and soul held in peace. In the stillness the light of your face shines. My heart turns to thankfulness and is glad. I have more than enough. You, Lord, are more than enough. I lie down to sleep, safe and sound. I rest in you, O God, I am in your safe keeping, body and soul held in peace.

FIRST READING Reader:

Acts 8:26-40 A reading from the Book of Acts.

Read by Kyle Grefe

An angel of the Lord said to Philip, “Get up and go toward the south to the road that goes down from Jerusalem to Gaza.” (This is a wilderness road.) So he got up and went. Now there was an Ethiopian eunuch, a court official of the Candace, queen of the Ethiopians, in charge of her entire treasury. He had come to Jerusalem to worship and was returning home; seated in his chariot, he was reading the prophet Isaiah. Then the Spirit said to Philip, “Go over to this chariot and join it.” So Philip ran up to it and heard him reading the prophet Isaiah. He asked, “Do you understand what you are reading?” He replied, “How can I, unless someone guides me?” And he invited Philip to get in and sit beside him. Now the passage of the scripture that he was reading was this: “Like a sheep he was led to the slaughter, and like a lamb silent before its shearer, so he does not open his mouth.

In his humiliation justice was denied him.

Who can describe his generation?

For his life is taken away from the earth.”

The eunuch asked Philip, “About whom, may I ask you, does the prophet say this, about himself or about someone else?” Then Philip began to speak, and starting with this scripture, he proclaimed to him the good news about Jesus. As they were going along the road, they came to some water; and the eunuch said, “Look, here is water! What is to prevent me from being baptized?” He commanded the chariot to stop, and both of them, Philip and the eunuch, went down into the water, and Philip baptized him. When they came up out of the water, the Spirit of the Lord snatched Philip away; the eunuch saw him no more, and went on his way rejoicing. But Philip found himself at Azotus, and as he was passing through the region, he proclaimed the good news to all the towns until he came to Caesarea.

Reader: People:

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

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THE PSALM

Psalm 22:22-31

Psalms for Praying

Please join in singing the Refrain each time it is repeated; the verses text will be offered by the cantors.

REFRAIN (A) To You, O Beloved, I lift up my voice in the great congregation; for You promise to remain with those whose *love is steadfast.

(B) The hungry shall eat and be satisfied; Those who seek You *shall sing praises!

(B)Your Heart is our dwelling *place for-ever!

(A)All the ends of the earth shall remember and turn *to Love’s way; (B) And all the families of the nations shall bow down with *grate-ful hearts.

REFRAIN (A) For power and authority belong to *the Most High, (B) who rules ov-*er the nations.

(A) Yes, the proud of the earth shall be humbled, while those who still live in fear *and illusions (B)will separate themselves not knowing the indwelling Peace of *the Be - loved.

REFRAIN (A) Posterity shall know and serve Love, telling of the One who abides in all to the coming *gen-er-ations, (B) And proclaiming deliverance to a people yet unborn that the Most High dwells *am-ong us.

REFRAIN

SECOND READING Reader:

1 John 4:7-21 A reading from First John.

Read by George Benson, Augsburg Lutheran Development Director and Outreach Coordinator

Beloved, let us love one another, because love is from God; everyone who loves is born of God and knows God. Whoever does not love does not know God, for God is love. God's love was revealed among us in this way: God sent his only Son into the world so that we might live through him. In this is love, not that we loved God but that he loved us and sent his Son to be the atoning sacrifice for our sins. Beloved, since God loved us so much, we also ought to love one another.

No one has ever seen God; if we love one another, God lives in us, and his love is perfected in us.

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By this we know that we abide in him and he in us, because he has given us of his Spirit. And we have seen and do testify that the Father has sent his Son as the Savior of the world. God abides in those who confess that Jesus is the Son of God, and they abide in God. So we have known and believe the love that God has for us.

God is love, and those who abide in love abide in God, and God abides in them. Love has been perfected among us in this: that we may have boldness on the day of judgment, because as he is, so are we in this world. There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear; for fear has to do with punishment, and whoever fears has not reached perfection in love. We love because he first loved us. Those who say, "I love God," and hate their brothers or sisters, are liars; for those who do not love a brother or sister whom they have seen, cannot love God whom they have not seen.

The commandment we have from him is this: those who love God must love their brothers and sisters also.

Reader: People:

Gradual

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God. Come All Ye People (Chelsie Cree & our Trinity Youth)

Zimbabwe Chant

Come all ye people, come and praise your Maker; come all ye people, come and praise your Maker; come all ye people, come and praise your Maker; come now and worship the Lord…

THE GOSPEL Priest: People:

John 15:1-8 The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ, according to John.

Glory to you, Lord Christ.

Jesus said to his disciples, ”I am the true vine, and my Father is the vinegrower. He removes every branch in me that bears no fruit. Every branch that bears fruit he prunes to make it bear more fruit. You have already been cleansed by the word that I have spoken to you. Abide in me as I abide in you. Just as the branch cannot bear fruit by itself unless it abides in the vine, neither can you unless you abide in me. I am the vine, you are the branches. Those who abide in me and I in them bear much fruit, because apart from me you can do nothing. Whoever does not abide in me is thrown away like a branch and withers; such branches are gathered, thrown into the fire, and burned. If you abide in me, and my words abide in you, ask for whatever you wish, and it will be done for you.

My Father is glorified by this, that you bear much fruit and become my disciples.”

Priest: People:

The Gospel of Christ.

Praise to you, Lord Christ.

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Sermon

Lisa Irwin, Trinity guest preacher UCC Pastor, grew up at Trinity, currently living in the UK at Durham University

Affirmation of FAITH

From Shore to Shore Led by Bettye Jo Hansbarger

The congregation is invited to join.

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: Intercessor: People: Intercessor: People: Intercessor: People: Intercessor: People: Intercessor: People:

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 a 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:

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.

People: Intercessor:

THE PEACE Leaders: People:

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

Amen.

Led by Pastor Kelley, Robbie & Abby Ketcham, Augsburg Lutheran Pastor and her family The peace of the Lord be with you always.

And also with you.

Announcements Offertory Go to our Giving page. www.trinitytoledo.org/online-giving/, choose GIVE and Sunday, May 2. You can also text 419-OMG-LOVE (419-664-5683) to make your weekly offering.

Offertory

Give Me Jesus arr. David Breen (tenor- Francesco Logozzo, lead- Kevin Clark, bass- David Breen, bass- Cody Harrell)

Lord’s PRAYER

Sung by David Breen

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

We Are an Easter People

Jann Aldredge-Clanton

(Michael Barlos & Gabe Hagedorn)

We are an Easter People; we celebrate new life; We share an Easter mission of healing pain and strife.

We welcome new creation, unfolding every day; We are an Easter People; we sing an Easter Song; New hope springs up each morning to help us labor long.

Our risen Brother-Sister goes with us every day To join the poor and hungry and and show the healing way.

We are an Easter People; our gifts can fully flower; The Wisdom-Word within us has given us new power.

Our resurrection story inspires our highest dreams; Our resurrection vision before us brightly beams.

Dismissal Priest: People:

The Melden sisters 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, Jeffrey Albright, Dennis Degnan, Becky Koskinen, Fritz Hany, Bob Meeker & Jamie Paul Gary Franklin, Treasurer

Parish Staff The Rev. Dr. Lisa Tucker-Gray, Rector Heather Meyer, Director of Operations and Community Development Chelsie Cree, Interim Choir Director Gabe Hagedorn, Interim Accompanist Lynzi Miller, Next To New Manager & Communications Coordinator Nick Zurawski, Sexton ADDITIONAL RESOURCES & COPYRIGHT INFO: Collect of the Day I Rest in You by Silvia Purdie, Based on Psalm 4. Used with subscription permission through The Work of the People, Liturgy Project www.theworkofthepeople.com.

Readings and Gospel from: Revised Common Lectionary: lectionarypage.net, 2020 Psalm: Psalms for Praying: An Invitation for Wholeness, Nan Merrill, Continuum International Publishing, 2003. REFRAIN: © Psalms for Every Season, Brazos Press, 2012.

The Affirmation of Faith: From Shore to Shore: Liturgies, Litanies & Prayers from Around the World.

Lord’s Prayer: traditional, spoken.

Bulletin Image: Taken by Lisa Tucker-Gray.

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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INCLUSIVE

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Trinity Pages You can find more information and ways to sign up for each of these formation & community engagement opportunities on our Trinity@Home website: www.trinitytoledo.org/trinity-at-home/.

TODAY 5/2, 11:00am, Coffee Hour– You are invited to join us for a 30-minute virtual coffee and conversation following our 10:00 online worship service every Sunday. The Zoom MEETING ID is on our website and the PASSWORD will be shared by Lisa during service announcements each Sunday morning!

TODAY 5/2, 4:00pm, Ukulele Choir- Ukulele Choir will gather again on May 2nd from 4:00-5:00pm, and plans to meet every other Sunday. May 16th will be the last gathering of Ukulele choir until September. All skill levels welcome!

Sunday 5/8, 9:00am, Men’s Bible Study- Join us for our next Men’s Bible Study Zoom gathering on Saturday, May 8th at 9:00am. All men in the Trinity community and their guests are welcome to join.

Register for this meeting on our website and we’ll send you the Zoom link!

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 Elisheva Rose-Boxer Katie Chico Martinez Justin Myers Jo Stanovcak Lou Woellner

Ethan & Alecia Grefe Judy Moon Regina Andrea Parmer Diane Suzanne Ronald B Mitchell Greg Bulach Nancy Owens & daughter Stan Johnson

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 5/3 Karen Johnson-Webb 5/6 Amy Saylor 5/20 Norah Melden 5/24 Doug Johnson 5/26 Jess Issac

Anniversaries

5/5 Becky Koskinen 5/9 Wendy Steinman 5/21 Reuben Bueche 5/24 Sherre Smith 5/31 Becky Roth

10 5/28 Amy Saylor & Dennis Degnan To add your birthday or anniversary to our list, please email lynzi@trinitytoledo.org.

5/5 Lois Nelson 5/15 Ben Bueche 5/21 Alexis Bueche-Hall 5/25 Laurie Atwood 5/31 Robert Elliot