St. Gabriel’s Episcopal Church Hollis, New York Existing for those who are not yet members!
THIRD SUNDAY IN LENT March 7, 2021 at 10:00 AM The Holy Eucharist Rite Il
Welcome to St. Gabriel’s Episcopal Church in the city of Hollis, New York. We welcome your full participation in this service. Page numbers in this leaflet refer to the Book of Common Prayer (BCP). Hymn numbers refer to the Hymnal 1982. Hymns with LEV refer to the Lift Every Voice and Sing Hymnal. Numbers with an S prefix refer to the Service Music section in the front of the Hymnal. Please turn off any cell phones before the beginning of the Eucharist. VOLUNTARY
AT THE PROCESSION Down at the cross where my Savior died LEVAS 28
1 Down at the cross where my Savior died, 2 I am so wondrously saved from sin, Down where for cleansing from sin I cried; Jesus so sweetly abides within; There to my heart was the blood applied; There at the cross where He took me in; Glory to His name. Glory to His name. [Refrain]
Refrain: 3 O, precious fountain that saves from sin, Glory to His name. I am so glad I have entered in; Glory to His name! There Jesus saves me and keeps me clean; There to my heart was the blood applied; Glory to His name. [Refrain] Glory to His name.
4 Come to this fountain so rich and sweet; Cast your poor soul at the Savior’s feet; Plunge in today, and be made complete; Glory to His name. [Refrain]
THE OPENING ACCLAMATION The people standing the Celebrant says Celebrant Bless the Lord who forgives all our sins. People His mercy endures for ever.
THE COLLECT OF THE DAY
Celebrant The Lord be with you. People And also with you. Celebrant Let us pray.
Almighty God, you know that we have no power in ourselves to help ourselves: Keep us both outwardly in our bodies and inwardly in our souls, that we may be defended from all adversities which may happen to the body, and from all evil thoughts which may assault and hurt the soul; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. 1
THE LITURGY OF THE WORD
THE FIRST LESSON Exodus 20:1-17
Then God spoke all these words: I am the LORD your God, who brought you out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of slavery; you shall have no other gods before me. You shall not make for yourself an idol, whether in the form of anything that is in heaven above, or that is on the earth beneath, or that is in the water under the earth. You shall not bow down to them or worship them; for I the LORD your God am a jealous God, punishing children for the iniquity of parents, to the third and the fourth generation of those who reject me, but showing steadfast love to the thousandth generation of those who love me and keep my commandments. You shall not make wrongful use of the name of the LORD your God, for the LORD will not acquit anyone who misuses his name. Remember the sabbath day, and keep it holy. For six days you shall labour and do all your work. But the seventh day is a sabbath to the LORD your God; you shall not do any work—you, your son or your daughter, your male or female slave, your livestock, or the alien resident in your towns. For in six days the LORD made heaven and earth, the sea, and all that is in them, but rested the seventh day; therefore the LORD blessed the sabbath day and consecrated it. Honor your father and your mother, so that your days may be long in the land that the LORD your God is giving you. You shall not murder. You shall not commit adultery. You shall not steal. You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor. You shall not covet your neighbor’s house; you shall not covet your neighbor’s wife, or male or female slave, or ox, or donkey, or anything that belongs to your neighbor.
Reader The Word of the Lord. People Thanks be to God.
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Psalm 19 Caeli enarrant
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The heavens declare the glory of God, * and the firmament shows his handiwork.
2 One day tells its tale to another, * and one night imparts knowledge to another. 3 Although they have no words or language, * and their voices are not heard, 4 Their sound has gone out into all lands, * and their message to the ends of the world. 5 In the deep has he set a pavilion for the sun; * it comes forth like a bridegroom out of his chamber; it rejoices like a champion to run its course. 6 It goes forth from the uttermost edge of the heavens and runs about to the end of it again; * nothing is hidden from its burning heat. 7 The law of the LORD is perfect and revives the soul; * the testimony of the LORD is sure and gives wisdom to the innocent. 8 The statutes of the LORD are just and rejoice the heart; * the commandment of the LORD is clear and gives light to the eyes.
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9 The fear of the LORD is clean and endures for ever; * the judgments of the LORD are true and righteous altogether. 10 More to be desired are they than gold, more than much fine gold, * sweeter far than honey, than honey in the comb. 11 By them also is your servant enlightened, * and in keeping them there is great reward. 12 Who can tell how often he offends? * cleanse me from my secret faults. 13 Above all, keep your servant from presumptuous sins; let them not get dominion over me; * then shall I be whole and sound, and innocent of a great offense. 14 Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in your sight, * O LORD, my strength and my redeemer.
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THE EPISTLE 1 Corinthians 1:18-25
The message about the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God. For it is written,
“I will destroy the wisdom of the wise, and the discernment of the discerning I will thwart.” Where is the one who is wise? Where is the scribe? Where is the debater of this age? Has not God made foolish the wisdom of the world? For since, in the wisdom of God, the world did not know God through wisdom, God decided, through the foolishness of our proclamation, to save those who believe. For Jews demand signs and Greeks desire wisdom, but we proclaim Christ crucified, a stumbling block to Jews and foolishness to Gentiles, but to those who are the called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ the power of God and the wisdom of God. For God’s foolishness is wiser than human wisdom, and God’s weakness is stronger than human strength.
Reader The Word of the Lord. People Thanks be to God.
SEQUENCE HYMN: Rock of ages, cleft for me HYMN 685
1 Rock of ages, cleft for me, 2 Should my tears for ever flow, let me hide myself in thee; should my zeal no languor know, let the water and the blood all for sin could not atone; from thy wounded side which flowed, thou must save, and thou alone; be of sin the double cure, in my hand no price I bring, cleanse me from its guilt and power. simply to thy cross I cling.
3 While I draw this fleeting breath, when mine eyelids close in death, when I rise to worlds unknown and behold thee on thy throne, Rock of ages, cleft for me, let me hide myself in thee.
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Gospeller The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to John. People Glory be to thee, O Lord.
The Passover of the Jews was near, and Jesus went up to Jerusalem. In the temple he found people selling cattle, sheep, and doves, and the money changers seated at their tables. Making a whip of cords, he drove all of them out of the temple, both the sheep and the cattle. He also poured out the coins of the money changers and overturned their tables. He told those who were selling the doves, “Take these things out of here! Stop making my Father’s house a marketplace!” His disciples remembered that it was written, “Zeal for your house will consume me.” The Jews then said to him, “What sign can you show us for doing this?” Jesus answered them, “Destroy this temple, and in three days I will raise it up.” The Jews then said, “This temple has been under construction for forty-six years, and will you raise it up in three days?” But he was speaking of the temple of his body. After he was raised from the dead, his disciples remembered that he had said this; and they believed the scripture and the word that Jesus had spoken.
Gospeller The Gospel of the Lord. People Praise be to thee, O Christ.
THE SERMON The Reverend Dr. Lloyd Henry
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THE NICENE 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: by the power of the Holy Spirit he became incarnate from the Virgin Mary, and was made man. For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate; 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. With the Father and the Son he is worshiped and glorified. He 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.
THE PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE FORM III BCP 387 Deacon or other leader The Leader and People pray responsively
Father, we pray for your holy Catholic Church; That we all may be one. Grant that every member of the Church may truly and humbly serve you; That your Name may be glorified by all people. We pray for all bishops, priests, and deacons; That they may be faithful ministers of your Word and Sacraments. We pray for all who govern and hold authority in the nations of the world; That there may be justice and peace on the earth. Give us grace to do your will in all that we undertake; That our works may find favor in your sight. Have compassion on those who suffer from any grief or trouble; That they may be delivered from their distress. Give to the departed eternal rest; Let light perpetual shine upon them. 7
Confession of Sin BCP 360 The Officiant says to the people
Most merciful God, we confess that we have sinned against you in thought, word, and deed, by what we have done, and by what we have left undone. We have not loved you with our whole heart; we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves. We are truly sorry and we humbly repent. For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ, have mercy on us and forgive us; that we may delight in your will, and walk in your ways, to the glory of your Name. Amen.
THE PEACE Celebrant The peace of the Lord be always with you. People And also with you.
THE LITURGY OF THE EUCHARIST Following the announcements all remain seated for the Anthem At the presentation of the gifts, the people stand and sing
OFFERTORY HYMN There's not a friend like the lowly Jesus LEVAS 90
1 There’s not a friend like the lowly Jesus, 2 No friend like Him is so high and holy, No, not one! no, not one! No, not one! no, not one! None else could heal all our soul’s diseases, And yet no friend is so meek and lowly, No, not one! no, not one! No, not one! no, not one! [Refrain]
Refrain: Jesus knows all about our struggles, 4 Did ever saint find this Friend forsake Him? He will guide till the day is done; No, not one! no, not one! There’s not a friend like the lowly Jesus, Or sinner find that He would not take him? No, not one! no, not one! No, not one! no, not one! [Refrain]
3 There’s not an hour that He is not near us, 5 Was e’er a gift like the Savior given? No, not one! no, not one! No, not one! no, not one! No night so dark but His Love can cheer us, Will He refuse us a home in heaven? No, not one! no, not one! [Refrain] No, not one! no, not one! [Refrain]
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THE LORD’S PRAYER Traditional 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.
THE BREAKING OF THE BREAD
The Celebrant then breaks the bread. A short period of silence follows.
AGNUS DEI S164 Schubert
THE COMMUNION OF THE PEOPLE All baptized Christians are welcome to receive Holy Communion. We believe in the Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist. You may either stand or kneel when receiving communion. Children may receive the Bread and Wine according to the discretion of the parents. Cross your arms over your breast to receive a blessing if you do not wish to receive either Bread or Wine. Because communion is complete in either form, reception of either bread or wine alone constitutes a full communion. If you need to receive Holy Communion in your pew, please notify one of the ushers.
COMMUNION HYMN Lead us, O Father, in the paths of peace HYMN 703
1 Lead us, O Father, in the paths of peace; 2 Lead us, O Father, in the paths of right; without thy guiding hand we go astray, blindly we stumble when we walk alone, and doubts appall, and sorrows still increase; involved in shadows of a darksome night; lead us through Christ, the true and living Way. only with thee we journey safely on.
3 Lead us, O Father, to thy heavenly rest, however rough and steep the pathway be; through joy or sorrow, as thou deemest best, until our lives are perfected in thee.
At the end of Communion, all stand and join the Celebrant in saying
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Post Communion Prayer BCP 366 Almighty and everliving God, we thank you for feeding us with the spiritual food of the most precious Body and Blood of your Son our Savior Jesus Christ; and for assuring us in these holy mysteries that we are living members of the Body of your Son, and heirs of your eternal kingdom. And now, Father, send us out to do the work you have given us to do, to love and serve you as faithful witnesses of Christ our Lord. To him, to you, and to the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory, now and forever. Amen.
A Prayer Attributed To St. Francis BCP 833 Lord, make us instruments of your peace. Where there is hatred, let us sow love; where there is injury, pardon; where there is discord, union; where there is doubt, faith; where there is despair, hope; where there is darkness, light; where there is sadness, joy. Grant that we may not so much seek to be consoled as to console; to be understood as to understand; to be loved as to love. For it is in giving that we receive; it is in pardoning that we are pardoned; and it is dying that we are born to eternal life. Amen.
THE BLESSING
Go In Peace Go in peace and the peace of God be with you this day. Go in peace and the peace of God be with you always. Celebrate and share the joy! Celebrate new life! Go in peace and the peace of God be with you always.
HYMN IN RECESSION In times like these you need a Savior LEVAS 71
1 In times like these you need a Savior, 2 In times like these you need the Bible, In times like these you need an anchor; In times like these, O be not idle; Be very sure, be very sure, Be very sure, be very sure, Your anchor holds and grips the Solid Rock! Your anchor holds and grips the Solid Rock! [Refrain] REFRAIN: This Rock is Jesus, Yes He's the One, 3 In times like these I have a Savior, This Rock is Jesus, the only One; In times like these I have an anchor; Be very sure, be very sure, I'm very sure, I'm very sure Your anchor holds and grips the Solid Rock! My anchor holds and grips the Solid Rock! [Refrain]
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The Celebrant says the dismissal. Celebrant Let us go forth in the name of Christ. People Thanks be to God.
POSTLUDE Be thoughtful, be silent, be reverent, for you are in the house of the Lord. Before the service, speak to the Lord; during the service, let the Lord speak to you; after the service, speak to one another.
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St. Gabriel’s News Hollis, New York 1887-2018
Existing for those who are not yet members! THIRD SUNDAY IN LENT MARCH 7, 2021
WELCOME! If you are visiting St. Gabriel’s Church today, we are very glad you are here. We welcome all people here in this place! The ushers and greeters are on hand to help you. If you are new to St. Gabriel’s this morning, the restrooms are downstairs in the Undercroft. We ask that you join us this morning for coffee hour and make yourselves known to the priest. All Children between the ages of 3 months – 3 years are welcome in the Parish Nursery located in the Undercroft.
SUNDAY SCHEDULE 10:00AM The Holy Euchurist Rite II 10:00 AM Wednesday Bible Study via Conference call: (646) 787-0157 Code#654476 12
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Daughters of the King • The Women of Good Tidings Chapter of the DOK celebrate Corporate Communion every 2nd Sunday of the month, followed after service by their monthly meeting. • The DOK -Women of Good Tidings Chapter 708 is currently accepting applications for new membership of women & girls. If you are interested and for more details, please ask to speak to a DOK member. • DOK Prayer Box – If you would like for the Daughters of the King to pray for you or anyone else, please fill out a prayer request card and place it in the DOK Prayer Box located in the Chapel near the prayer candles. + Prayer Changes Things! +
St. Gabriel’s Sweatshirts & T-shirts St. Gabriel's T-Shirts & Sweat Tops are available in all sizes. T-Shirts -Youth to Adult XL $12.00. 2X & up $15.00. Pullover Sweat Top (no hood) - Youth to Adult XL $20.00 2X & up $25.00. Pullover Sweat Top (hooded) - Youth to Adult XL $25.00. 2X & up $30.00. Zippered Sweat Top - Youth to Adult XL $35.00. 2X & up $40.00. Order forms are located in the Narthex. See Leslie Myers for more information. All sale proceeds go to the Youth Programs.
Stations of the Cross Stations of the cross started Friday February 26, 2021 at 12:00 pm and ends Friday April 3rd, 2020.
ST. GABRIEL’S VESTRY Austin Pilgrim Warden (2021) Lynette Schwartz Warden (2020) Rosemarie Carr Treasurer Carl Cutting Retire 2020 Aidan Avery Retire 2019 Millicent Fountain Retire 2021 Henry Ekeson Retire 2020 Nancy Johnson Retire 2021 Denise Cummings Clerk/Retire 2019 13
WE PRAY GOD’S HEALING FOR Samuel Gill, Wayne Inniss, Angie Scott, Lucille Davis, Barbara Arrington, Amelia Inniss, Pearl Foster, Lorraine Burwell, Louise Kuellmer, Marie Rogers, Herbert Husband Jr., Eleanor Booker, Diane Cudjoe, Robin Alston, Barbara Davis, Joan Jarvis, Kenneth Jarvis Sr., Kelly Ann, Preston Taran, Betty Garvin, Valerie Pride, Nereyda Wilkinson, Leona Dalmida, Pauline Smith, Luke Terranova, Dion Bekford, Joel Thompson, Carlos Brown, Afiya Cutting, Norma Adams, Sharon Rosser, Frances Manning, Thomas Leary, Glenda Daley, Ruth Johnson, Dennis Harry, Lennox Powell, Anthony Marshall, Norman Davis, John Gines, Erma Forde, Norma Allick, Brenda Harry, Janessa Nicholson, James Walwyn, May Belle Schein, Alea Caldwell & Family, William McCrillis, Courtney Kyle, Ann Noel, Eileen Sarnicola, Carmen Taylor, Roselyn Arsineau, Sonya & Rebecca Budawick, Isola Cyrus, Kathellen Simpson, Thelma Smith, Hyacinth Sorhaindo, Rita Matthews, Marvin Meyerson, Winston Odle, Lynette Schwartz and Family, Lydia Smith, John Humm, Patricia Wynter, Cynthia Eversley, Issac Shannon, Genevieve Clark, Ismay Blair, Adolpus Cameron, Genevieve Dunn, First Lady Beverly Henry, Rev. Henry and family, Harriet Curtis, Millicent Fountain and family, Myrtle Nicholson, Daphne Small, Brenda Burwell, Hyacinth White and family, Rosemarie Carr & family, Steve & Carl Bazile & family, Amos P. Myers
We pray for those serving in the armed forces, We pray for those on the DOK prayer list, We pray for those who have died,
BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS! We give thanks with those celebrating birthdays: March 1, Joy Nwosu, Ellen Asregadoo, 7, Vernon Peterson II
SERMON NOTES
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SEVEN BASIC PREMISES FOR ST. GABRIEL’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH
1. St. Gabriel’s Episcopal Church exists for those who are not yet members. 2. We welcome and accept people wherever they are in their faith journey. 3. People want relationships, not religion. 4. Positioning: We play to our strengths. 5. Just because we’ve always done things in a certain way is not in and of itself a sufficient reason for continuing to do it that way. 6. God pays for what God orders. 7. With God, nothing is impossible.
For Pastoral Emergencies: The Reverend Dr. Lloyd Henry 718-717-3977 Mr. Austin Pilgrim, Warden 347-452-4471 (cell) Mrs. Lynette Schwartz, Warden 718-736-5170 (cell)
“A well informed Priest makes a good Pastor” The Right Reverend Lawrence C. Provenzano, D.D., Diocesan Bishop The Right Reverend Geralyn Wolfe, Assistant Bishop The Right Reverend Daniel Allotey, Assisting Bishop The Reverend Dr. Lloyd Henry, Interim Priest Maxine Sutherland, Supply organist Mr. Vernon Griffiths, Finance Officer
St. Gabriel’s Episcopal Church 196-10 Woodhull Avenue, P.O. Box 230321 Hollis, New York 11423 Phone 718-465-2876 Fax 718-465-1021 Office Hours: Tuesday – Thursday 10:00AM-3:00PM Email: [email protected] Website: stgabrielshollis.org
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