Trinity@316 Third Sunday of Easter - May 1, 2022

Trinity Episcopal Church PROGRESSIVE  INCLUSIVE  CREATIVE  DOWNTOWN

The Third Sunday of Easter

Morning Devotion Trinity@316 

May 1, 2022,

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10:00am

 The Liturgy of the Word  Prelude

There is a Balm in Gilead

Harry Burleigh (1866 - 1949)

(Chelsie Cree and Grace Mauk)

Welcome Opening Song

Deacon Meribah Mansfield Christ Is Alive! Let Christians Sing

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Voice Together #359

Opening Statement Leader: People:

Alleluia! Christ is risen!

They are risen indeed! Alleluia!

Collect of the Day

Prayers for an Inclusive Church

Leader: The Lord be with you.

People: And also with you.

Leader: Let us pray. Wounded God, disabled and divine: give us faith to perceive you pierced and embodied, standing here among us feeding us forgiveness, beautifully broken; through Jesus Christ, the suffering servant. Amen.

the FIRST READING Reader:

Acts 9: 1-6

A reading from the book of Acts.

Saul, still breathing threats and murder against the disciples of the Lord, went to the high priest and asked him for letters to the synagogues at Damascus, so that if he found any who belonged to the Way, men or women, he might bring them bound to Jerusalem. Now as he was going along and approaching Damascus, suddenly a light from heaven flashed around him. He fell to the ground and heard a voice saying to him, "Saul, Saul, why do you persecute me?" He asked, "Who are you, Lord?" The reply came, "I am Jesus, whom you are persecuting. But get up and enter the city, and you will be told what you are to do."

Reader: People:

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

THE PSALM

Psalm 30

Psalms for Praying

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

REFRAIN

REFRAIN I will praise You, O my Beloved, for You have raised me up, and have not let my fears overwhelm me.

O Compassionate One, I cried for help, and You comforted me. You, Love, released my soul from despair, restored me to life from among those who live in fear.

Sing praises to the Beloved, O you saints, and give thanks to Love’s holy Name. Love withdraws when we close our hearts, yet ever awaits an open door. In the evening we may weep, yet joy comes with the morning.

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REFRAIN In my prosperity, I had lost sight of Love, I found power in my wealth. In your mercy, O Beloved, my foundations You shook, And, in recognizing my separation from You, I was dismayed.

I cried to You for help; to You I pleaded for forgiveness: “What profit in my riches if I am separated from Love? Will emptiness praise You? Will it tell of your faithfulness? Hear, O my Beloved, and be gracious to me! O Love, come to my assistance!”

And You turned my mourning into dancing: You set me free and clothed me with gladness. Now my soul may praise You and not be silent. O my Beloved, I will be grateful to You forever and ever. Amen.

REFRAIN

The SECOND READING Reader:

Revelation 5:11-14

A reading from the Book of Revelation.

I looked, and I heard the voice of many angels surrounding the throne and the living creatures and the elders; they numbered myriads of myriads and thousands of thousands, singing with full voice, "Worthy is the Lamb that was slaughtered to receive power and wealth and wisdom and might and honor and glory and blessing!"

Then I heard every creature in heaven and on earth and under the earth and in the sea, and all that is in them, singing, "To the one seated on the throne and to the Lamb be blessing and honor and glory and might forever and ever!"

And the four living creatures said, "Amen!" And the elders fell down and worshiped.

Reader: People:

Gradual

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

Over My Head

arr. Adam & Matt Podd

Over my head I hear music in the air (repeat x3) There music be a joy somewhere Over my head I hear singing everywhere (repeat x3) Their music be a joy somewhere Over my head I hear music in the air Over my head I hear singing everywhere Over my head I hear music in the air There must be a joy, there must be a joy, there must be a joy somewhere!

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The Gospel Deacon: People:

John 21:1-19 The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ, according to John.

Glory to you, Lord Christ.

Jesus showed himself again to the disciples by the Sea of Tiberias; and he showed himself in this way. Gathered there together were Simon Peter, Thomas called the Twin, Nathanael of Cana in Galilee, the sons of Zebedee, and two others of his disciples. Simon Peter said to them, "I am going fishing." They said to him, "We will go with you." They went out and got into the boat, but that night they caught nothing.

Just after daybreak, Jesus stood on the beach; but the disciples did not know that it was Jesus. Jesus said to them, "Children, you have no fish, have you?" They answered him, "No." He said to them, "Cast the net to the right side of the boat, and you will find some." So they cast it, and now they were not able to haul it in because there were so many fish. That disciple whom Jesus loved said to Peter, "It is the Lord!" When Simon Peter heard that it was the Lord, he put on some clothes, for he was naked, and jumped into the sea. But the other disciples came in the boat, dragging the net full of fish, for they were not far from the land, only about a hundred yards off.

When they had gone ashore, they saw a charcoal fire there, with fish on it, and bread. Jesus said to them, "Bring some of the fish that you have just caught." So Simon Peter went aboard and hauled the net ashore, full of large fish, a hundred fifty-three of them; and though there were so many, the net was not torn. Jesus said to them, "Come and have breakfast." Now none of the disciples dared to ask him, "Who are you?" because they knew it was the Lord. Jesus came and took the bread and gave it to them, and did the same with the fish. This was now the third time that Jesus appeared to the disciples after he was raised from the dead.

When they had finished breakfast, Jesus said to Simon Peter, "Simon son of John, do you love me more than these?" He said to him, "Yes, Lord; you know that I love you." Jesus said to him, "Feed my lambs." A second time he said to him, "Simon son of John, do you love me?" He said to him, "Yes, Lord; you know that I love you." Jesus said to him, "Tend my sheep." He said to him the third time, "Simon son of John, do you love me?" Peter felt hurt because he said to him the third time, "Do you love me?" And he said to him, "Lord, you know everything; you know that I love you." Jesus said to him, "Feed my sheep. Very truly, I tell you, when you were younger, you used to fasten your own belt and to go wherever you wished. But when you grow old, you will stretch out your hands, and someone else will fasten a belt around you and take you where you do not wish to go." (He said this to indicate the kind of death by which he would glorify God.) After this he said to him, "Follow me."

Deacon: People:

The Gospel of the Lord.

Praise to you, Lord Christ.

Sermon

Amy Saylor, Trinity Member

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Affirmation of FAITH

From Shore to Shore

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:

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 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:

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

Amen.

THE PEACE Deacon:

The peace of the Lord be always with you.

And also with you.

People:

Announcements Offertory Invitation To give online, visit www.trinitytoledo.org/online-giving/, choose GIVE NOW and Sunday, May 1. You can also text the word “Give” to 419-OMG-LOVE (419-664-5683) to make your weekly offering. Loose offerings can be deposited in our Giving Box stationed at the back of the sanctuary.

Offertory

God Be In My Head

John Rutter (1945 - )

(Trinity Choir)

Lord’s PRAYER

New Zealand Prayerbook

Eternal Spirit, Earth-maker, Pain-bearer, Life-giver, Source of all that is and that shall be, Father and Mother of us all, Loving God, in whom is heaven: The hallowing of your name echo through the universe!

The way of your justice be followed by the peoples of the world!

Your heavenly will be done by all created beings!

Your commonwealth of peace and freedom sustain our hope and come on earth.

With the bread we need for today, feed us.

In the hurts we absorb from one another, forgive us.

In times of temptation and test, strengthen us.

From trials too great to endure, spare us.

From the grip of all that is evil, free us.

For you reign in the glory of the power that is love, now and forever.

Amen.

Sending Music

Unclouded Day

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Dismissal Deacon: People:

Let us go forth rejoicing 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 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!

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Trinity Episcopal Church Vestry Leadership Donna Steppe, Sr. Warden, Jeffrey Albright, Jr. Warden Leah Reed, Clerk, Gary Franklin, Treasurer Dennis Degnan, Becky Koskinen, Fritz Hany, Karen Keune & Jamie Paul

Parish Staff The Rev. Dr. Lisa Tucker-Gray, Rector Heather Meyer, Director of Operations and Community Development Chelsie Cree, Director of Music and The Arts Grace Mauk, Trinity@316 Accompanist, Brian Buckner, Trinity@Home Accompanist Lynzi Miller, Communications Coordinator ADDITIONAL RESOURCES & COPYRIGHT INFO: Collect of the Day: Prayers for an Inclusive Church, Steven Shakespeare.

Readings and Gospel from: Revised Common Lectionary: lectionarypage.net, 2021.

Affirmation of Faith: From Shore to Shore.

Psalm: Psalms for Praying, Nan Merrill.

Lord’s Prayer: New Zealand Prayerbook.

Bulletin Image: Photo shared 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.

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Trinity Pages Saturday, 5/14, 9:00am, Men’s Bible Study - Join us for our next Men’s Bible Study gathering on Saturday, May 14th at 9:00am at Rick’s City Diner (5333 Monroe St, Toledo, OH). All men in the Trinity community and their guests are welcome to join. You can view the Bible passages we will be discussing on our website.

Sunday, 5/22, 6:30pm, Trinity Book Club - Trinity’s Book Club will gather on Sunday, May 22nd at 6:30pm to discuss Honor by Thrity Umrigar. We hope you consider picking up a copy of the book and joining us!!!

Sunday, 6/5, All-Parish Game Day – Immediately following Trinity@316 worship on June 5th, head upstairs to My Brother’s Place for our All-Parish Game Day! Bring your favorite board game or come enjoy the games that will be available! We’ll share in a potluck style meal – food sign-up sheets will be in the back of the sanctuary for the next few Sundays, see Kim Henkel or Bradley Baker to sign up!

Please remember those who have asked for our prayers:

Tishie Bozeman Bradley Baker Andy Janet Lucille Craig

Sheilah Wilson Helen Paolucci Charlotte Riley Valerie Norris

Dennis Kanfield Sean Beonka Fizer, Josiah Tate & Kamyia

Please remember those who have recently died:

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

Birthdays 5/3 Karen Johnson-Webb 5/5 Lois Nelson 5/20 Norah Melden 5/24 Sherre Smith 5/31 Becky Roth Anniversaries

5/4 Toni Kelly 5/6 Amy Saylor 5/21 Reuben Bueche 5/25 Laurie Atwood

5/5 Becky Koskinen 5/19 Heather Meyer 5/24 Doug Johnson 5/28 Jeanne Coleman

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

Sending Music Verses 1, 2, and then 1 again.

Unclouded Day

Josiah Alwood