Tenth Sunday After Pentecost - August 9, 2020

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Tenth Sunday After Pentecost

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August 9, 2020 10:00am

ď ˜ The Liturgy of the Word ď ˜ Prelude

Hills and Valleys

Tauren Wells

(Gabe Hagedorn, pianist)

Welcome Opening Song

The Rev. Dr. Lisa Tucker-Gray

Eye of the Storm

Bryan Fowler

(Nate Leonard, Director of Music & the Arts & Gabe Hagedorn, Jobst Choral Scholar) The congregation is invited to join in singing the refrain.

Refrain:

In the eye of the storm You remain in control And in the middle of the war You guard my soul You alone are the anchor When my sails are torn Your love surrounds me In the eye of the storm When the solid ground is falling out from underneath my feet Between the black skies and my red eyes, I can barely see When I realize I've been sold out by my friends and my family I can feel the rain reminding me Refrain

When my hopes and dreams are far from me and I'm runnin' out of faith I see the future, I pictured slowly fade away And when the tears of pain and heartache Are pouring down my face I find my peace in Jesus' name Refrain (3x)

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Opening Collect

Come, Great Spirit!

Voice over by Chelsie Cree (written by Chris Neufeld-erdman, The Work of The People)

Celebrant: People:

Celebrant:

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Let us pray.

Holy Spirit, Presence of God Holy Breath Life Divine!

Holy Wind Mover and Shaker!

We throw open our hearts before you; We cast down every barrier to your freedom: We yield to your boundless nature; we welcome your wildness.

Too long have we tried to tame the wind; too long have we sought to control what’s wild; too long have we stood in domination over the Earth.

At this moment of Earth’s great groaning, yearning, as if in labor, to birth what’s holy and enduring, come, breathe, blow, move upon us all – that Earth and all that’s in it may thrive; that Earth and all that’s in it may love; that Earth and all that’s in it may live.

In the harmony and wholeness you desire for us and all creation!

Come great spirit!

Breath, blow. Move upon us!

Here! Now! Come, great spirit!

Here now!

May it be so!

FIRST Reading Reader:

1 Kings 19: 9-18 Read by Cheryl Mack

A reading from First Kings

At Horeb, the mount of God, Elijah came to a cave, and spent the night there. Then the word of the LORD came to him, saying, “What are you doing here, Elijah?” He answered, “I have been very zealous for the LORD, the God of hosts; for the Israelites have forsaken your covenant, thrown down your altars, and killed your prophets with the sword. I alone am left, and they are seeking my life, to take it away.”

He said, “Go out and stand on the mountain before the LORD, for the LORD is about to pass by.”

Now there was a great wind, so strong that it was splitting mountains and breaking rocks in pieces before the LORD, but the LORD was not in the wind; and after the wind an earthquake, but the LORD was not in the earthquake; and after the earthquake a fire, but the LORD was not in the fire; and after the fire a sound of sheer silence. When Elijah heard it, he wrapped his face in his mantle and went out and stood at the entrance of the cave. Then there came a voice to him that said, “What are you doing here, Elijah?” He answered, “I have been very zealous for the LORD, the God of hosts; for the Israelites have forsaken your covenant, thrown down your altars, and killed your prophets with the sword. I alone am left, and they are seeking my life, to take it away.” Then the LORD said to him, “Go, return on your way to the wilderness of Damascus; when you arrive, you shall anoint Hazael as king over Aram. Also you shall anoint Jehu son of Nimshi as king over Israel; and you shall anoint Elisha son of Shaphat of Abelmeholah as prophet in your place. Whoever escapes from the sword of Hazael, Jehu shall kill; and whoever escapes from the sword of Jehu, Elisha shall kill. Yet I will leave seven thousand in Israel, all the knees that have not bowed to Baal, and every mouth that has not kissed him.”

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Reader: People:

PSALm

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

Psalm 105:1-6, 16-22, 45b

From Psalms for Praying (Offered by Chelsie Cree, Kim Buehler & Lisa Tucker-Gray, Jobst Choral Scholars)

Please join us in singing the REFRAIN between the verses- offered by our cantors.

REFRAIN

REFRAIN

O give thanks to the Beloved, and open your hearts / to Love.

Awaken! Listen in silence for the Voice of the / Counselor.

Sing praises with a / glad heart and give witness to the truth with your / lives!

Glory in the radiance of the Be- / loved; let the hearts of those who call upon You re- / joice!

Seek the One who is Life, your / strength, walk harmoniously in Love’s / Presence!

REFRAIN

Remember that you are not / alone, For through Love doubt and fear are re- / leased; O people of the earth, ever bear in / mind the unity of diversity in the Divine / Plan!

O Divine Presence, as we surrender our hearts / to You, teach us to be worthy of / trust.

O, that what we think and speak might be in ac- / cord with our highest aspi- / rations.

REFRAIN

That our faces might shine with / openness, reflecting integrity and honesty with- / in, That we would choose to live in peace and / harmony, our decisions made in accordance with / Love.

Upon the path of trust, / O friends, we need not judge ourselves or / others, For, as we reverence / all life, the beauty and unity of diversity will be / seen.

REFRAIN

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SECOND READING Reader:

Romans 10:5-15 Read by Chris Nejvara

A reading from Romans

Moses writes concerning the righteousness that comes from the law, that “the person who does these things will live by them.” But the righteousness that comes from faith says, “Do not say in your heart, ‘Who will ascend into heaven?’” (that is, to bring Christ down) “or ‘Who will descend into the abyss?’” (that is, to bring Christ up from the dead). But what does it say?

“The word is near you, on your lips and in your heart” (that is, the word of faith that we proclaim); because if you confess with your lips that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. For one believes with the heart and so is justified, and one confesses with the mouth and so is saved.

The scripture says, “No one who believes in him will be put to shame.” For there is no distinction between Jew and Greek; the same Lord is Lord of all and is generous to all who call on him. For, “Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord shall be saved.”

But how are they to call on one in whom they have not believed? And how are they to believe in one of whom they have never heard? And how are they to hear without someone to proclaim him? And how are they to proclaim him unless they are sent? As it is written, “How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news!”

Reader: People:

Gradual

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

Take, O Take Me as I Am

John L. Bell

(The Rev. Dr. Lisa Tucker-Gray and Nate Leonard)

THE GOSPEL Celebrant: People:

Matthew 14: 22-33 The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Matthew Glory to you, Lord Christ.

Jesus made the disciples get into the boat and go on ahead to the other side, while he dismissed the crowds. And after he had dismissed the crowds, he went up the mountain by himself to pray. When evening came, he was there alone, but by this time the boat, battered by the waves, was far from the land, for the wind was against them. And early in the morning he came walking toward them on the sea. But when the disciples saw him walking on the sea, they were 5

terrified, saying, “It is a ghost!” And they cried out in fear. But immediately Jesus spoke to them and said, “Take heart, it is I; do not be afraid.”

Peter answered him, “Lord, if it is you, command me to come to you on the water.” He said, “Come.” So Peter got out of the boat, started walking on the water, and came toward Jesus. But when he noticed the strong wind, he became frightened, and beginning to sink, he cried out, “Lord, save me!” Jesus immediately reached out his hand and caught him, saying to him, “You of little faith, why did you doubt?” When they got into the boat, the wind ceased. And those in the boat worshiped him, saying, “Truly you are the Son of God.”

Celebrant:

The Gospel of the Lord.

Praise to you, Lord Christ.

People:

Reflection

Sam Melden, Trinity Member

An Affirmation of Faith

Led by Joan Fothergill From Shore to Shore

Please join the leader in sharing the words of this Affirmation of Faith 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 & Confession of Sin

Led by Gary Franklin from the Iona Community

Please join the leader in sharing the responses in bold.

One:

Let us pray.

Gracious God, early in the morning, when the world was young, you made life in all its beauty and terror, you gave birth to all that we know.

ALL: Hallowed be your name.

One:

Early in the morning, when the world least expected it, a newborn child crying in a cradle announced that you had come among us, that you were one of us.

ALL: Hallowed be your name.

One:

Early in the morning, surrounded by respectable liars, religious leaders, anxious and silent friends, you accepted the penalty for doing good, for being God: you shouldered and suffered the cross.

ALL: Hallowed be your name.

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One:

Early in the morning, a voice in a guarded graveyard and footsteps in the dew proved that you had risen, that you had come back to those and for those who had forgotten, denied and destroyed you.

ALL: Hallowed be your name.

One:

Early in the morning, in the multicolored company of your Church on earth and in heaven we celebrate your creation, your life, your death and resurrection, your interest in us: So to you we pray‌

ALL: God, bring new life where we are worn and tired, new love where we have turned hard-hearted, forgiveness where we feel hurt and where we have been wounded, and the joy and freedom in your Holy Spirit where we are the prisoners of ourselves. (pause for silence) One:

To all and to each where regret is real, God pronounces pardon and grants us the right to begin again.

ALL: Thanks be to God. 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, August 9 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

Ride On, King Jesus (Jobst Choral Scholars)

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African-American Spiritual

Lord’s Prayer The congregation is invited to join.

Led by Hugh Grefe

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.

Sending Hymn

Every Time I Feel the Spirit

Dismissal Leader: People:

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Led by Norah, Aliyah and Jo Melden Go in peace to love and serve the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

Special thank you to Sam Melden for offering today’s reflection!

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Sending Hymn

Every Time I Feel the Spirit African-American Spiritual

(Offered by Chelsie Cree, Kim Buehler & Lisa Tucker-Gray, Jobst Choral Scholars)

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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 Additional Resources & Copyright Info:

Opening Collect: Come, Great Spirit! by Chris Neufeld-erdman used with subscription permission

through The Work of the People, Liturgy Project) https://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 Prayers of the People & Confession: from the Iona Community - The Iona Abbey Book of Worship.

An Affirmation of Faith: adapted from prayer by Geoff Lowson/USPG, as found in From Shore to Shore Lord’s Prayer, Traditional Lord’s Prayer Bulletin Image: David Lee Michael, “Facing the Storms of Life” The Legacy Builder 2012 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 All printed music from Gather permission through purchase of onelicense.net License # A-700000

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Proper XIV Aug. 9, 2020

TODAY 8/9, 11:00am, Virtual Coffee Hour – We will offer a 30-minute virtual coffee and conversation following our 10:00 online worship service. You can find the Zoom connection information at www.trinitytoledo.org/virtual-coffee-hour/.

Wednesday 8/12, 7:00pm, Lectio Divina – Each Wednesday evening from 7:00-8:00PM we will engage with the Scriptures, together reading a portion of the Gospel text for the upcoming Sunday and enjoy a time of reflection, sharing, silence, and prayer. You can find the Zoom dial-in information on our website www.trinitytoledo.org/lectio-divina/.

Friday 8/14, 9:00pm, Compline – Join us each Friday evening August as we gather online via Zoom for evening prayer . You can find the Zoom dial-in information on our website https://www.trinitytoledo.org/compline/.

Please remember those who have asked for our prayers:

Jackie & Beth Sue Smitley Tishie Bozeman Pat Albright Bettye Jo Hansbarger Ethan & Alecia Grefe John L., Gladys & Karen Johnson-Webb Judy Moon Olivia Carol Gray Regina Pat Squire Don Keune Andrea Parmer Please remember those who have recently died: Bonnie Loss Tiffany Kidd To add your name or the name of someone you love on the Prayer List, please email lynzi@trinitytoledo.org.

Birthdays

8/2 Sande Corfman-Johnson 8/3 Isaac Slater 8/11 Lou Woellner 8/17 Mary Hite 8/21 Greg Shumaker 8/28 Lindsey Melden

8/2 Ron McKinney 8/5 Kelly Termin 8/14 Cindy Shumaker 8/19 Derick Oyler 8/25 Dave Bingham

8/2 Lisa Tucker-Gray 8/8 Jack Neuman 8/15 Meagan Price 8/21 Trevor Snow-Gill 8/26 Kaia Douglas

To have your birthday or anniversary listed, please email the office: admin@trinitytoledo.org

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