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The Church of St Mary Magdalene, Richmond Richmond Team Ministry

Sunday 25 July 2021 Trinity 8 / St James

 The Gathering

Please stand as the procession enters.

Greeting be with you And also with you.

Please be seated for informal words of welcome

Introit Hymn

We sing the hymn – you are invited to join if you feel comfortable singing.

1 Come down, O Love divine, seek thou this soul of mine, and visit it with thine own ardour glowing; O Comforter, draw near, within my heart appear, and kindle it, thy holy flame bestowing.

2 O let it freely burn, till earthly passions turn to dust and ashes in its heat consuming; and let thy glorious light shine ever on my sight, and clothe me round, the while my path illuming.

3 Let holy charity mine outward vesture be, and lowliness become mine inner clothing: true lowliness of heart, which takes the humbler part, and o'er its own shortcomings weeps with loathing.

4 And so the yearning strong, with which the soul will long, shall far outpass the power of human telling; for none can guess its grace, till he become the place wherein the Holy Spirit makes his dwelling. Bianco da Siena d 1434 tr RF Littledale 1833-90 NEH 137/CP175i

Prayers of Penitence

Jesus said to his , ‘You are my friends if you obey my commands.’ Let us now confess our disobedience to him.

Lord , in your love you invite us to be your friends: Lord, have mercy. Lord, have mercy. Lord Jesus, in your joy you choose us to go out and bear fruit: , have mercy. Christ, have mercy. Lord Jesus, in your power you send us to be your faithful witnesses: Lord, have mercy. Lord, have mercy.

Almighty God, who forgives all who truly repent, have mercy upon you, pardon and deliver you from all your sins, confirm and strengthen you in all goodness, and keep you in life eternal; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Gloria

Let us stand to sing God’s praise. Glory to God in the highest, and peace to his people on earth. Lord God, heavenly King, almighty God and Father, we worship you, we give you thanks, we praise you for your glory. Lord Jesus Christ, only Son of the Father, Lord God, Lamb of God, you take away the sin of the world: have mercy on us; you are seated at the right hand of the Father: receive our prayer. For you alone are the Holy One, you alone are the Lord, you alone are the Most High, Jesus Christ, with the Holy Spirit, in the glory of God the Father. Amen.

The

Merciful God, whose holy James, leaving his father and all that he had, was obedient to the calling of your Son Jesus Christ and followed him even to death: help us, forsaking the false attractions of the world, to be ready at all times to answer your call without delay; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who is alive and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

 The of the Word

Reading

A reading from the Acts of (11:27-12:2) read by Jutta

At that time prophets came down from to Antioch. One of them named stood up and predicted by the Spirit that there would be a severe famine over all the world; and this took place during the reign of Claudius. The disciples determined that according to their ability, each would send relief to the believers living in ; this they did, sending it to the elders by and Saul. About that time King Herod laid violent hands upon some who belonged to the church. He had James, the brother of John, killed with the sword.

This is the word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.

Psalm 126 1 When the Lord restored the fortunes of Zion, then were we like those who dream. 2 Then was our mouth filled with laughter and our tongue with songs of joy. 3 Then said they among the nations, ‘The Lord has done great things for them.’ 4 The Lord has indeed done great things for us, and therefore we rejoiced. 5 Restore again our fortunes, O Lord, as the river beds of the desert. 6 Those who sow in tears shall reap with songs of joy. 7 Those who go out weeping, bearing the seed, will come back with shouts of joy, bearing their sheaves with them.

Gradual Hymn 1 The Church of Christ, in every age beset by change, but Spirit-led, must claim and test its heritage and keep on rising from the dead.

2 Across the world, across the street, the victims of injustice cry for shelter and for bread to eat, and never live until they die.

3 Then let the servant Church arise, a caring Church that longs to be a partner in Christ’s sacrifice, and clothed in Christ’s humanity.

4 For he alone, whose blood was shed, can cure the fever in our blood, and teach us how to share our bread and feed the starving multitude.

5 We have no mission but to serve in full obedience to our Lord: to care for all, without reserve, and spread his liberating Word. F. Pratt Green, 1903-2000, tune: Herongate CP 109

Please stand Reading

Hear the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Matthew (20:20-28) Glory to you, O Lord.

Then the mother of the sons of came to him with her sons, and kneeling before him, she asked a favour of him. And he said to her, ‘What do you want?’ She said to him, ‘Declare that these two sons of mine will sit, one at your right hand and one at your left, in your kingdom.’ But Jesus answered, ‘You do not know what you are asking. Are you able to drink the cup that about to drink?’ They said to him, ‘We are able.’ He said to them, ‘You will indeed drink my cup, but to sit at my right hand and at my left, this is not mine to grant, but it is for those for whom it has been prepared by my Father.’ When the ten heard it, they were angry with the two brothers. But Jesus called them to him and said, ‘You know that the rulers of the Gentiles lord it over them, and their great ones are tyrants over them. It will not be so among you; but whoever wishes to be great among you must be your servant, and whoever wishes to be first among you must be your slave; just as the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life a ransom for many.’

This is the Gospel of the Lord. Praise to you, O Christ.

Sermon

The Creed

We believe in one God, the Father, the Almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all that is, seen and unseen.

We believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ, the only Son of God, eternally begotten of the Father, God from God, Light from Light, true God from true God, begotten, not made, of one Being with the Father; through him all things were made. For us and for our salvation he came down from heaven, was incarnate from the Holy Spirit and the Mary and was made man. For our sake he was crucified under ; he suffered death and was buried. On the third day he rose again in accordance with the Scriptures; he ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead, and his kingdom will have no end.

We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds from the Father and the Son, who with the Father and the Son is worshipped and glorified, who has spoken through the prophets. We believe in one holy catholic and apostolic Church. We acknowledge one baptism for the forgiveness of sins. We look for the resurrection of the dead, and the life of the world to come. Amen.

Prayers of Intercession written and read by Bleddyn

These or other responses may be used Lord, in your mercy (or) Lord, hear us. hear our prayer. Lord, graciously hear us.

At the end Merciful Father, accept these prayers for the sake of your Son, our Saviour Jesus Christ. Amen.

 The Liturgy of the Sacrament

Please stand The Peace

We are fellow-citizens with the and of the household of God, through Christ our Lord, who came and preached peace to those who were far off and those who were near. Eph. 2.19,17

The peace of the Lord be always with you and also with you.

Let us offer one another a sign of peace.

We turn to people to quietly wish them God’s Peace by offering a smile. Please be seated whilst the altar is prepared, during which we sing the offertory hymn.

Offertory Hymn 1 Just as I am, without one plea but that thy blood was shed for me, and that thou bidd’st me come to thee, O Lamb of God, I come.

2 Just as I am, though tossed about with many a conflict, many a doubt, fightings within, and fears without, O Lamb of God, I come.

3 Just as I am, poor, wretched, blind; sight, riches, healing of the mind, yea all I need, in thee to find, O Lamb of God, I come.

4 Just as I am, thou wilt receive, wilt welcome, pardon, cleanse, relieve: because thy promise I believe, O Lamb of God, I come.

5 Just as I am (thy love unknown has broken every barrier down), now to be thine, yea, thine alone, O Lamb of God, I come.

6 Just as I am, of that free love the breadth, length, depth, and height to prove, here for a season, then above, O Lamb of God, I come. Charlotte Elliott 1789-1871 NEH 294/CP308

The Eucharistic Prayer The Lord 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 thanks and praise.

It is indeed right and good that we should give you thanks, praise and glory, almighty and everlasting God, through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord. For after his resurrection he sent out his apostles and evangelists to preach the gospel to all nations and lead us in the way of truth.

Himself the chief cornerstone, he founded his Church upon the apostles firmly to stand for ever as a sign of your holiness upon earth and a living witness to all of the way that leads to heaven. And so with and and with all the company of heaven we lift our voices and join in their unending hymn of praise:

Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might, heaven and earth are full of your glory. Hosanna in the highest. Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord. Hosanna in the highest.

We praise and bless you, loving Father, through Jesus Christ, our Lord; and as we obey his command, send your Holy Spirit, that broken bread and wine outpoured may be for us the body and blood of your dear Son.

On the night before he died he had supper with his friends and, taking bread, he praised you. He broke the bread, gave it to them and said: Take, eat; this is my body which is given for you; do this in remembrance of me.

When supper was ended he took the cup of wine. Again he praised you, 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. Do this, as often as you drink it, in remembrance of me.

So, Father, we remember all that Jesus did, in him we plead with confidence his sacrifice made once for all upon the cross. Bringing before you the bread of life and cup of salvation, we proclaim his death and resurrection until he comes in glory.

Great is the mystery of faith: Christ has died: Christ is risen: Christ will come again.

Lord of all life, help us to work together for that day when your kingdom comes and justice and mercy will be seen in all the earth. Look with favour on your people, gather us in your loving arms and bring us with the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mary Magdalene, St James and all the saints to feast at your table in heaven. Through Christ, and with Christ, and in Christ, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, all honour and glory are yours, O loving Father, for ever and ever. Amen.

The Lord’s Prayer

Let us pray with confidence as our Saviour has taught us.

Please sit

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 power and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen.

Breaking of the Bread

Jesus says, I am the bread of life, whoever eats this bread will live for ever. Lord, our hearts hunger for you; give us this bread always.

Giving of Communion

Jesus is the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world. Blessed are those who are called to his supper. Lord, I am not worthy to receive you, but only say the word, and I shall be healed.

Agnus Dei

Lamb of God, you take away the sin of the world, have mercy on us. Lamb of God, you take away the sin of the world, have mercy on us. Lamb of God, you take away the sin of the world, grant us peace.

If you are a visitor, and receive communion in another church, whether it is in the or another denomination, please feel welcome to receive communion at this service. If you prefer, please come to receive a blessing instead, and bring this booklet as a sign to the priest. During the distribution of communion organ music will be played.

Post Communion Prayer

Let us pray. Lord God, the source of truth and love, keep us faithful to the apostles’ teaching and fellowship, united in prayer and the breaking of bread, and one in joy and simplicity of heart, in Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Notices of our life together are shared.

 The Dismissal

Dismissal Hymn

1 Sweet Sacrament divine, hid in thine earthly home, lo, round thy lowly shrine, with suppliant hearts we come; Jesu, to thee our voice we raise in songs of love and heartfelt praise: Sweet Sacrament divine. Sweet Sacrament divine.

2 Sweet Sacrament of peace, dear home for every heart, where restless yearnings cease and sorrows all depart; There in thine ear all trustfully we tell our take of misery: Sweet Sacrament of peace. Sweet Sacrament of peace.

3 Sweet Sacrament of rest, ark from the ocean’s roar, within thy shelter blest soon may we reach the shore; Save us, for still the tempest raves, save, lest we sink beneath the waves: Sweet Sacrament of rest. Sweet Sacrament of rest.

4 Sweet Sacrament divine, earth’s light and jubilee, in thy far depths doth shine the Godhead’s majesty; Sweet light, so shine on us, we pray that earthly joys may fade away: Sweet Sacrament divine. Sweet Sacrament divine. Francis Stanfield 1835-1914 NEH 307/CP 324

The Blessing

The Lord be with you. And also with you.

God, who has prepared for you a city with eternal foundations, bring you, with all the saints, to the eternal and triumphant joy of that city; and the blessing of God almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be with you and all whom you love and remain with you always. Amen.

Dismissal

Go in peace to love and serve the Lord. In the name of Christ. Amen.

Voluntary

J.S. Bach Fugue in G minor (BWV 558/ii)

Please be seated to listen to the voluntary and then follow the instructions from the churchwarden to leave the church.

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There will be a retiring collection for the work of the Church – there is a plate for cash or envelope gifts and a card machine for contactless giving.

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