Sixteenth Sunday After Pentecost - September 20, 2020

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Sixteenth Sunday After Pentecost

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September 20, 2020 10:00am

ď ˜ The Liturgy of the Word ď ˜ Prelude

Hosanna

Carolyn & Phillip Cross

(Gabe Hagedorn, pianist)

Welcome

The Rev. Dr. Lisa Tucker-Gray

Opening Song

Speak Your Peace

Karen Lim

(Sam Melden, Trinity member, and Kim Buehler, Jobst Choral Scholar)

Oh, Spirit of God, speak your peace, speak your peace.

Oh, Spirit of God, speak your peace, speak your peace.

Now and at the hour, of our death, Amen, Amen Now and at the hour, of our death, Amen Oh Merciful God, forgive us, forgive us Oh Merciful God, forgive us, forgive us For all the things we have done, and left undone For all the things we have done, and left undone Oh Son of God, rescue us, rescue us Oh Son of God, rescue us, rescue us....

Opening Collect

May Peace Become You

Voice over by Lisa Tucker-Gray

(by Kelly Ann Hall, The Work of The People) Celebrant: People: Celebrant:

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Let us pray.

In the cross-fire, In the cross-contamination, At the cross-roads that call you forward but give you know sign, May peace become you.

In the seemingly impossible In the human tragedy In the unworkable situation of division and strife,

May peace become you.

May peace become you, Beloved, and courage carry you when you cannot see your way forward But nevertheless, take one more step in the direction of love.

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FIRST Reading Reader:

Jonah 3:10-4:11 A reading from Jonah

Read by Jason Rahe

When God saw what the people of Nineveh did, how they turned from their evil ways, God changed his mind about the calamity he had said he would bring upon them; and he did not do it.

But this was very displeasing to Jonah, and he became angry. He prayed to the LORD and said, “O LORD! Is not this what I said while I was still in my own country? That is why I fled to Tarshish at the beginning; for I knew that you are a gracious God and merciful, slow to anger, and abounding in steadfast love, and ready to relent from punishing. And now, O LORD, please take my life from me, for it is better for me to die than to live.” And the LORD said, “Is it right for you to be angry?” Then Jonah went out of the city and sat down east of the city, and made a booth for himself there. He sat under it in the shade, waiting to see what would become of the city.

The LORD God appointed a bush, and made it come up over Jonah, to give shade over his head, to save him from his discomfort; so Jonah was very happy about the bush. But when dawn came up the next day, God appointed a worm that attacked the bush, so that it withered. When the sun rose, God prepared a sultry east wind, and the sun beat down on the head of Jonah so that he was faint and asked that he might die. He said, “It is better for me to die than to live.”

But God said to Jonah, “Is it right for you to be angry about the bush?” And he said, “Yes, angry enough to die.” Then the LORD said, “Are you concerned about the bush, for which you did not labor and which you did not grow; it came into being in a night and perished in a night.

And should I not be concerned about Nineveh, that great city, in which there are more than a hundred and twenty thousand persons who do not know their right hand from their left, and also many animals?”

Reader: People:

PSALm

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

Psalm 145:1-8

From Psalms for Praying

(Offered by David Breen and Spencer Wilhelm) The plain text will be offered by the cantor; the congregation is invited to respond by singing the text in bold.

My soul yearns for You, Eternal / Flame of Love, longing to reconnect to the Great / Mystery!

Every day I will bless You as I follow the Voice / of Truth.

Great are You, who call us to childlike wonder, to the healing balm of / forgiveness.

Each generation must learn anew the efficacy of silence, the wisdom of turn- / ing inward, 3

That your Light might be their guide to / holiness, and your Love nurture them to- / ward wholeness.

Yet, any there are who turn from You in fear, denying their / birthright.

Their denials will lead them further into alienation; loneliness will com- / panion them.

The Beloved is gracious and mer- / ciful, allowing every soul free will and a- / biding love.

SECOND READING Reader:

Philippians 1:21-30 A reading from Philippians

Read by Lu Pilgrim

To me, living is Christ and dying is gain. If I am to live in the flesh, that means fruitful labor for me; and I do not know which I prefer. I am hard pressed between the two: my desire is to depart and be with Christ, for that is far better; but to remain in the flesh is more necessary for you. Since I am convinced of this, I know that I will remain and continue with all of you for your progress and joy in faith, so that I may share abundantly in your boasting in Christ Jesus when I come to you again.

Only, live your life in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ, so that, whether I come and see you or am absent and hear about you, I will know that you are standing firm in one spirit, striving side by side with one mind for the faith of the gospel, and are in no way intimidated by your opponents. For them this is evidence of their destruction, but of your salvation. And this is God's doing. For he has graciously granted you the privilege not only of believing in Christ, but of suffering for him as well-- since you are having the same struggle that you saw I had and now hear that I still have.

Reader: People:

Gradual

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

What Does the Lord Require of You

Jim & Jean Strathdee (Chelsie Cree, Grace Hirt & Nate Leonard, Jobst Choral Scholars)

What does the Lord require of you?

What does the Lord require of you?

Justice, kindness; walk humbly with your God. To seek justice, and love kindness and walk humbly with your God.

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THE GOSPEL Celebrant: People:

Matthew 20:1-16 The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Matthew Glory to you, Lord Christ.

Jesus said, “The kingdom of heaven is like a landowner who went out early in the morning to hire laborers for his vineyard. After agreeing with the laborers for the usual daily wage, he sent them into his vineyard. When he went out about nine o’clock, he saw others standing idle in the marketplace; and he said to them, ‘You also go into the vineyard, and I will pay you whatever is right.’ So they went. When he went out again about noon and about three o’clock, he did the same. And about five o’clock he went out and found others standing around; and he said to them, ‘Why are you standing here idle all day?’ They said to him, ‘Because no one has hired us.’ He said to them, ‘You also go into the vineyard.’ When evening came, the owner of the vineyard said to his manager, ‘Call the laborers and give them their pay, beginning with the last and then going to the first.’ When those hired about five o’clock came, each of them received the usual daily wage. Now when the first came, they thought they would receive more; but each of them also received the usual daily wage. And when they received it, they grumbled against the landowner, saying, ‘These last worked only one hour, and you have made them equal to us who have borne the burden of the day and the scorching heat.’ But he replied to one of them, ‘Friend, I am doing you no wrong; did you not agree with me for the usual daily wage? Take what belongs to you and go; I choose to give to this last the same as I give to you. Am I not allowed to do what I choose with what belongs to me? Or are you envious because I am generous?’ So the last will be first, and the first will be last.”

Celebrant: People:

The Gospel of the Lord.

Praise to you, Lord Christ.

Sermon

The Rev. Dr. Lisa Tucker-Gray

An Affirmation of Faith

Led by Becky Roth From Liturgy for the Whole Church: Multigenerational Resources for Worship Please join the leader in sharing the words of this Affirmation of Faith

We believe in God who said, “Let there be light,” and there was!

With that light, God made the world and all people in whom, and through whom, the Light burns on, strong and true.

We believe!

We believe in Jesus, the true Light, who went down to darkness to overcome death, and rose again, to unveil our own brightness, in the victory of whose love a path shines home to God’s heart where all will live forever.

We believe!

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We believe in the Spirit, blazing with hope, speaking the truth into every darkness, warming our lives with God’s gifts and call.

We believe!

We believe in the church, where God’s Light is praised, and from where we are sent to love and serve the world.

We believe!

We ask today that a gentle breath blow from above on the light that is in us, the light that is among us, and enflame us anew with the courage of love.

Enflame us, O God! Amen

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:

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.

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Intercessor:

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: Intercessor:

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.

The Confession of Sin & Absolution Celebrant:

Enriching Our Worship

Let us confess our sins to God.

(Silence may be kept.)

Celebrant 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.

Celebrant:

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. 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, September 20th 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/

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Offertory

In You Alone Aaron Strumpel (Offered in collaboration with The Work of the People)

Lord’s Prayer The congregation is invited to join.

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

Lord, Be Glorified

Dismissal Leader: People:

See page 9 Offered by Ray Levey

Go in peace to love and serve the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

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Sending Hymn

Lord, Be Glorified

Bob Kilpatrick

(Jobst Choral Scholars)

Words and Music: Bob Kilpatrick (1952- ), alt.

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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: May Peace Become You by Kelly Ann Hall 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: based on liturgy designed by the Iona Community & Eggs & Ashes. Video content from Heather Meyer and production by Owen Cappellini Confession of Sin: from Enriching Our Worship An Affirmation of Faith: From Liturgy for the Whole Church: Multigenerational Resources, by Susan Bock, Church Publishing, 2008 Lord’s Prayer: Traditional, Sung Bulletin Image: from Micah 5:2-4, 6:6-8–What Does the Lord Require of You by Kevin Ruffcornd, 2018. Edited

by The Rev. Dr. 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 All printed music from Gather permission through purchase of onelicense.net License # A-700000

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Proper XX September 20, 2020

TODAY 9/20, 11:00am, Virtual Coffee Hour – You’re 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!

TODAY 9/20, Book Discussion Small Group Sign Up Closing – Sign up TODAY for our online small group which will discuss the book-The Way of Love: A Practical Guide to Following Jesus by Scott Gunn. We will meet on Monday evenings in October and November online. Copies of the book can be purchased from our office for $10; email trinity@trinitytoledo.org to schedule a time to come and pick it up! Visit our website for more information: www.trinitytoledo.org/way-of-love-book/.

Sunday 9/27, 2:00pm, Toledo School for the Arts presents ‘Something Rotten’ – TSA is offering a parking lot performance of ‘Something Rotten’ on Sunday, September 27 at 2:00pm. The health department has limited in-person guests to parents of TSA students and a handful of sponsors. You can still enjoy the performance from home and support our high school students by purchasing the online viewership packages available on TSA’s website: https://ts4arts.org/.

Sunday 10/4, St. Francis Blessing of the Animals – Snap a picture of you and your furry friend(s) and email them to Lynzi at lynzi@trinitytoledo.org by Sept. 28th so we can include them in our Blessing of the Animals on October 4!

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

Ethan & Alecia Grefe Judy Moon Regina Andrea Parmer Diane

Sheilah Wilson

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

Birthdays

9/7 Sheilah Wilson 9/12 Mike Barthold 9/24 Janet Welch

Anniversaries

9/8 Annie Devine 9/12 Kahlil Haynes 9/25 Sue Smitley

9/13 Larry & Heather Meyer

9/11 Don McKinney 9/18 Chelsea Schumacher 9/28 Mary Wabeke

9/22 Brad & Kelly Tansel

To add your birthday or anniversary to our11 list, please email lynzi@trinitytoledo.org.