A Renewal of Ministry with the Welcoming of our New

Sunday, the Thirteenth day of September, Two Thousand Fifteen at Ten o’clock in the morning

The Institution and Induction of Kenneth R. Hitch as Rector St. John’s Episcopal Midland, Michigan Celebrant: The Right Reverend Todd Ousley Bishop of the Episcopal of Eastern Michigan The Renewal of Ministry with the Welcoming of our New Rector Gathering of the Community

Prelude “Adagio” arr. Samuel Barber

Announcements Marnie Bash

Processional Hymn

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2 The people standing, the bishop says Bishop Blessed be the one, holy, and living God. People Glory to God for ever and ever.

The bishop continues There is one Body and one Spirit; People There is one hope in God’s call to us; Bishop One Lord, one Faith, one Baptism; People One God, Creator of all.

Bishop The Lord be with you. People And also with you. Bishop Let us pray.

O God of unchangeable power and eternal light: Look favorably on your whole Church, that wonderful and sacred mystery; by the effectual working of your providence, carry out in tranquility the plan of salvation; let the whole world see and know that things which were cast down are being raised up, and things which had grown old are being made new, and that all things are being brought to their perfection by him through whom all things were made, your Son Jesus Christ our Lord; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Gloria Cantor, Dennis Van Koevering

The people are seated. The wardens and priest stand near the bishop. The bishop states the purpose of the gathering; and concludes People of St. John’s, you have reflected on your ministry and discerned your choice for a new Rector.

3 Wardens We have chosen and called Kenneth Robert Hitch to be our Rector, and he has accepted. Bishop I commend your choice and affirm this call.

The Letter of Institution is read. The bishop continues Are you, the people of St. John’s, ready to continue in your ministry, with Ken as your priest? People We are.

The wardens escort the priest from the bottom of the chancel stairs to the chancel

The Word of God

Nancy Taylor, Henry Sabin, and Emma Krueger present St John’s heart stickers and say Ken, with these stickers we will together the congregation as our parents and grandparents, uncles and aunts, brothers and sisters and teachers, in Christ. Please join us in the ministry of educating and forming us in the sharing of God’s story with the World.

Rector Amen. Let the children come to us, that they may be equipped to share God’s story of salvation with the world.

Nick Millard and Charlie Sabin present the lectern Bible and say Ken, with this Bible we proclaim and hear God’s living Word. Join us in the ministry of telling the Good News to the World.

Rector Amen. Let us hear again the Good News of salvation.

The Lessons

The people are seated. The Lessons, as appointed, are read, the first saying A Reading from the Book of Isaiah (2:2-4). Joan Ryan

Reader Hear what the Spirit is saying to God’s People. People Thanks be to God. Silence may follow. Psalm 96

4 A Reading from Paul’s letter to the Ephesians (2:13-22). Bill Kent

Reader Hear what the Spirit is saying to God’s People. People Thanks be to God. Silence may follow. Gradual Hymn

All standing, the priest reads the Gospel, first saying Priest The Holy Gospel of our Savior Jesus Christ according to Luke (Luke 10:1-9). People Glory to you, Lord Christ.

After the Gospel, Priest The Gospel of the Lord. People Praise to you, Lord Christ.

Acclamation

The Homily The Rt. Rev. Todd Ousley

Dennis Van Koevering, Mair Alsgaard, and a representative from the Choir present a hymnal, choral octavo, and organ music and say Ken, with this music we invite everyone, especially you, to join in praise to our God. “It is good to give thanks to the Lord, to make music to your name, O Most High.” (from Psalm 92)

Rector Amen. Let us sing for joy to the rock of our salvation.

5 Choir Anthem “God Who Made the Earth” arr. Rhodes, Howard

Renewal of Baptismal Vows

Bishop Ken; people of St. John’s: in Holy Baptism we received full adoption through God’s grace and full empowerment for ministry through the Holy Spirit. Will you work together as partners in the mission of the Church, to reconcile all people to God through Christ? People We will, with God’s help.

Bishop The water of baptism signifies our eternal covenant with God. In it we are buried with Christ in his death. By it we share in his resurrection. Through it we are reborn by the Holy Spirit. Therefore in joyful obedience to Christ, we bring into his fellowship those who come to him in faith, baptizing them in the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.

The Bishop blesses the water. We pray you, O God, sanctify this water by the power of your Holy Spirit, that all who in baptism are cleansed from sin and born again may continue forever in the risen life of Jesus Christ our Savior.

Rector Let us renew the solemn promises and vows of Holy Baptism, by which we renounce Satan and all his works, and promise to serve God faithfully in God’s holy .

Water is poured into the font and the rector leads the renewal of baptismal vows. Rector Do you reaffirm your renunciation of evil and renew your commitment to Jesus Christ? People I do.

Rector Do you believe in God the Father? People I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth.

Rector Do you believe in Jesus Christ, the Son of God? People I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord. He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary. He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. He descended to the dead.

6 On the third day he rose again. He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

Rector Do you believe in God the Holy Spirit? People I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of , the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting.

Rector Will you continue in the apostles’ teaching and fellowship, in the breaking of bread, and in the prayers? People I will, with God’s help.

Rector Will you persevere in resisting evil, and, whenever you fall into sin, repent and return to the Lord? People I will, with God’s help.

Rector Will you proclaim by word and example the Good News of God in Christ? People I will, with God’s help.

Rector Will you seek and serve Christ in all persons, loving your neighbor as yourself? People I will, with God’s help.

Rector Will you strive for justice and peace among all people, and respect the dignity of every human being? People I will, with God’s help.

Rector May Almighty God, who has given us a new birth by water and the Holy Spirit, bestowed upon us the forgiveness of sins, and called us to ministry in Jesus Christ, keep us in eternal life by his grace; through Christ our Lord. Amen.

As the following hymn is sung, youth of St John’s ring chimes and the bishop and priest sprinkle the congregation with water.

7 Acclamation - “You Have Put On Christ”

The Prayers

A Prayer Shawl is brought forward by Jan Marcou and Prayer Beads are brought forward by Teresa Oliver as symbols of prayer. Ken, with this Prayer Shawl and these Prayer Beads we offer our prayers, intercessions and thanksgivings to God.

Rector Amen. In the Spirit of God, who searches the heart and knows our deepest needs, let us pray for the Church, the world, and all who yearn for Christ’s healing.

Jeff Taylor leads the prayers

Holy God, in whom all things in heaven and earth have their being, Have mercy on us.

Jesus the Christ, through whom the world is reconciled to the Father, Have mercy on us.

Holy Spirit, whose glory fills the world and searches the depths of God, Have mercy on us.

Blessed Trinity, source of both unity and diversity, Have mercy on us.

From blind hearts and petty spirits, that refuse to see the need of all humankind for your love, Savior, deliver us.

From pride, self-sufficiency and the unwillingness to admit our own need of your compassion, Savior, deliver us.

8 From discouragement in the face of pain and disappointment, and from lack of persistence and thoroughness, Savior, deliver us.

From ignorance, apathy, and complacency that prevent us from spreading the Gospel, Savior, deliver us.

O God, we pray for the gifts of ministry. Inspire our minds with a vision of your kingdom in this time and place. Hear us, O Christ.

Touch our eyes, that we may see your glory in all creation. Hear us, O Christ.

Touch our ears, that we may hear from every mouth the hunger for hope and stories of refreshment. Hear us, O Christ.

Touch our lips, that we may tell in every tongue and dialect the wonderful works of God. Hear us, O Christ.

Touch our hearts, that we may discern the mission to which you call us. Hear us, O Christ.

Touch our feet, that we may take your Good News into our neighborhoods, communities, and all parts of the world. Hear us, O Christ.

Touch our hands, that we may each accomplish the work you give us to do. Hear us, O Christ.

Strengthen and encourage all who in your name in lonely, dangerous and unresponsive places. Hear us, O Christ.

Open the hearts and hands of many to support your Church in this and every place. Hear us, O Christ.

9 The bishop concludes the prayers saying

Blessed God, who makes all things new: Grant that this community of Word and Sacrament may be leaven for the world’s bread, and wine of delight for hearts in need; a gathering strong for service and glad in praise; and a people listening and responding to your presence in their midst; through Jesus our redeemer and steadfast companion. Amen.

A Communion Kit is presented by Roni Rogers, a Love Knots quilt is presented by Carole Adams, and a Knit Pickers hat is presented by Emmy Bork as symbols of healing and . Ken, with prayer, companionship and laying-on of hands we bring the reconciling presence of Christ to those who seek healing. Join us in this ministry by calling us to repentance, and assuring us of God’s forgiveness and love.

Rector Amen. Live without fear: your Creator has made you holy, loves you eternally, and reconciles you to one another.

All stand. The new Rector says to the people Rector The Peace of Christ be always with you. People And also with you.

The Holy Communion

Ellen McVey, Marge Mesler, and Margaret Klumb, who bake the Communion bread, bring forward the people’s offerings of bread. Betty Kirkley, on behalf of the Altar Guild, brings forward the people’s offering of wine. Addressing the rector, they say Ken, when we share the bread and the cup, we proclaim the Lord’s death until he comes. Join us at God’s table to offer and bless our gifts of bread and wine. Rector Amen. Together, let us keep the feast.

The elements are brought to the table, and the Offertory continues as a hymn is sung.

10 Doxology Praise God from whom all blessings flow; Sing Together Praise God all creatures here below; Praise God above, ye heavenly host: Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.

11 When the alms are brought forward, gifts for Outreach ministry are also brought to the altar, and presented and received as follows

Dennis Loyer and Dana Pressnall present a grocery donation bag and say Ken, we present this bag as a representation of SAMS Pantry. Through the efforts of St. John’s Endowment Committee, over 1300 of these bags have been placed in area churches in an effort to increase food donations to all of the Midland County Emergency Food Pantry Network pantries. This is part of the SAMS Pantry effort to ensure there is always food in every home. Join us in the ministry of knowing and feeding our neighbors, that all who hunger may be fed.

Rector Amen. Let us break bread together with those who hunger and thirst for righteousness.

Mark McCartney presents a light bulb and says Ken, we present this light bulb as a symbol of the Samaritan Fund. Through the efforts of this fund, countless neighbors of St John’s have had their power restored and their hopes illuminated. Join us in the ministry of helping to house our neighbors and to light their homes, that they might find shelter under the shadow of God’s wings and know Jesus to be the light of the world.

Rector Amen. Let not the needy be forgotten, nor the hope of the poor be taken away.

Dave Whisler and Jacques Randolet present a Good Shepherd hat and say Ken, we present this hat as a symbol of our ministry to and with St Andrew’s, Flint. Through this ministry, we join with Jesus the Good Shepherd in ensuring that all who hunger are fed. Join us in the ministry of helping our brothers and sisters in Christ.

Rector Amen. May all know that we are Christians by our love.

The bishop then concludes, saying We offer thanksgiving to God for the ministries represented by these symbols, and ask God’s grace to live ever more fully into the commitments we have made in Baptism. People Amen.

The Great Thanksgiving

Celebrant The Lord be with you. People And also with you. Celebrant Lift up your hearts. People We lift them to the Lord. Celebrant Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. People It is right to give our thanks and praise.

12 Celebrant We praise you and we bless you, holy and gracious God, source of life abundant. From before time you made ready the creation. Your Spirit moved over the deep and brought all things into being: sun, moon, and stars; earth, winds, and waters; and every living thing. You made us in your image, and taught us to walk in your ways. But we rebelled against you, and wandered far away; and yet, as a mother cares for her children, you would not forget us. Time and again you called us to live in the fullness of your love.

And so this day we join with Saints and Angels in the chorus of praise that rings through eternity, lifting our voices to magnify you as we sing:

The Celebrant continues

Glory and honor and praise to you, holy and living God. To deliver us from the power of sin and death and to reveal the riches of your grace, you looked with favor upon Mary, your willing servant, that she might conceive and bear a son, Jesus the holy child of God. Living among us, Jesus loved us. He broke bread with outcasts and sinners, healed the sick, and proclaimed good news to the poor. He yearned to draw all the world to himself yet we were heedless of his call to walk in love. Then, the time came for him to complete upon the cross the sacrifice of his life, and to be glorified by you.

13 On the night before he died for us, Jesus was at table with his friends. He took bread, gave thanks to you, broke it, and gave it to them, and said: “Take, eat: This is my Body, which is given for you. Do this for the remembrance of me.”

As supper was ending, Jesus took the cup of wine. Again, he gave thanks to you, gave it to them, and said: “Drink this, all of you: This is my Blood of the new Covenant, which is poured out for you and for all for the forgiveness of sins. Whenever you drink it, do this for the remembrance of me.”

Now gathered at your table, O God of all creation, and remembering Christ, crucified and risen, who was and is and is to come, we offer to you our gifts of bread and wine, and ourselves, a living sacrifice.

Pour out your Spirit upon these gifts that they may be the Body and Blood of Christ. Breathe your Spirit over the whole earth and make us your new creation, the Body of Christ given for the world you have made.

In the fullness of time bring us, with St. John and all your saints, from every tribe and language and people and nation, to feast at the banquet prepared from the foundation of the world.

Through Christ and with Christ and in Christ, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, to you be honor, glory, and praise, for ever and ever. AMEN.

As our Savior Christ has taught us, we now pray,

All together say

Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your Name, your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. Forgive us our sins as we forgive those who sin against us. Save us from the time of trial, and deliver us from evil. For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours, now and forever. Amen.

14 The Breaking of the Bread

The celebrant breaks the consecrated Bread.

Celebrant We break this bread to share in the Body of Christ. People We who are many are one body, for we all share in the one bread.

15 Postcommunion Prayer

After Communion, the celebrant says Let us pray.

All together say Loving God, we give you thanks for restoring us in your image and nourishing us with spiritual food in the Sacrament of Christ’s Body and Blood. Now send us forth a people, forgiven, healed, renewed; that we may proclaim your love to the world and continue in the risen life of Christ our Savior. Amen.

Bishop We have celebrated this new pastoral relationship in the great prayer of the Church. Ken, I commend to your love and care the people of St. John’s. My brothers and sisters in Christ, I commend to your love and care your new Rector, colleague and friend, Ken.

The bishop blesses the assembly, saying God’s blessing be with you, Christ’s peace be with you, the Spirit’s outpouring be with you, now and always. Amen.

A hymn is sung as the choir, worship servers and walk into the sanctuary aisles.

16 Recessional Hymn

Dismissal

At this time, the congregation is invited to join hands across the center aisle for the dismissal Rector Let us go forth into the world, rejoicing in the power of the Spirit. People Thanks be to God.

Postlude “Toccata” Theodore Dubois

17 Ministries of St. John’s Episcopal Church

Mark 12:30-31 Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength. Love your neighbor as yourself. There is no commandment greater than these. In our worship and Christian formation ministries, St. John’s loves God. In our pastoral care, outreach and fellowship ministries, St. John’s loves neighbors. In being grateful, faithful and responsible stewards of the gifts with which God has blessed us, St. John’s - collectively and individually - ministers with heart, soul, mind and strength. Below are our current ministries with their leaders/ coordinators.

Worship Ministries

Acolytes Ellen McVey Altar Guild Nicole Sabin Communion Wafer Baking Ellen McVey Element Bearers, Eucharistic Ministers, Greeters, Intercessors, Lectors Karen Newhouse Choir Director of Music Dennis Van Kouvering, Organist Mair Alsgaard Bell Choir open

Christian Formation Ministries Sacramental Preparation Clergy Library Resources Marnie Bash Bible Studies: Adult (Sun 9:00am), Men’s (Wed 9:00am), Women’s (Wed 10:30am - Karen Newhouse), *Ecumenical women’s group (*hosted at SJEC - Jean Klenow) Centering Prayer Group Ellen McVey Women Journeying Together Marnie Bash (Thu 1-2:30pm, fall, winter, spring) Home Groups varies Faith, Families & Fellowship Kathryn Tate (every other Sunday, 6:30pm)

Sunday Youth Formation Nancy Taylor, Youth Ministry Coordinator Joyful Noise Nursery (approximate ages 3 and under) Worship Center (approximate ages 4, 5, 6) Kids@Church (approximate ages 7, 8, 9) Building Bridges of Faith (approximate ages 10-13) Disciples (ages 14-17) Activity bag, rocking chair available for families with young children choosing to stay in worship. Sunday Evening Formation (approximate ages 0-11; for children of parents participating in Faith, Families & Fellowship) Vacation Bible School Nancy Taylor, Youth Ministry Coordinator Youth Service, Retreats ministries, service projects and retreats vary

18 Pastoral Care Ministries Pastoral Care Committee Veronica Rogers Daughters of the King Ellen McVey Funeral Receptions & Luncheons Jan Nash Lay Eucharistic Visiting Ministers Clergy Prayer Chain office

Outreach Ministries Endowment Committee Jenny Estabrook, Betty Kirkley, co-chairs Garden Boxes (for SAMS) Lee Smith *Pre-School *subsidized by St. John’s Love Knots Carole Adams Mental Health Support Group Ginny Read Prayer Shawl / SJEC Knitpickers Jan Marcou, Anne Moll Samaritan Fund Mark McCartney SAMS [Share A Meal Service] Dennis Loyer, Dana Pressnall St. Andrew’s, Flint Jacques Randolet, Dave Whisler St. Paul’s, Saginaw open Regularly hosted groups: A.A., Midland Genealogical Society, Midland Quilters Squared Recent Special or Partnering Projects: ACT Uganda & Uniquely Uganda store; Compass Rose Society; La Iglesia San Pablo y San Lucas construction; MI Tri-Diocesan & Domini- can Republic Mission; Living Waters, Mexico; ShelterHouse renovation, clothing & cash donation; CROP Walk; Eastlawn Elementary backpack collection; SHARE lunch program

Fellowship Ministries St. John’s holds fellowship events throughout the year, often inviting community members beyond the congregation. Fellowship follows worship, musical and dramatic presentations, and is also found in pancake suppers, game nights, summer barbeques, minor league baseball games, dinner groups, strawberry socials and more. Loaves & Fishes Lynn Pottenger, Betty Kirkley St. Martha’s Guild Alice Lyon

Stewardship Ministries Buildings & Grounds Jerry Moeggenberg Insurance Liaison Lee Smith Memorial Committee Michelle Moeggenberg Treasurer Jeff Lee Stewardship Chair open Vestry Betty Jones Roger Bryant Anthony Dizon Marcia Lee James Hohman, Sr. Warden Kevin Kendrick Michelle Moeggenberg Jerry Nielsen Bob Meikle, Jr. Warden Nicki Sabin, Clerk Welsh Michael Tate

19 WE JOYFULLY GATHER TO PRAY, WORSHIP, LEARN AND SERVE AS WE SEEK TO FOLLOW JESUS, AND INVITE ALL TO JOIN US ON A SACRED JOURNEY OF HOPE AND TRANSFORMATION

Following our Renewal of Ministry & New Rector Welcome worship service, please join us in Williams Hall for sandwiches, snacks, soft drinks and a cake to mark the occasion. If you have a name tag, please keep it on during fellowship time. If you don’t, please feel welcome to make your own. Sticker badges and markers will be on a table near the kitchen’s garden entrance.

St. John’s Episcopal Church 405 N. Saginaw Rd / Midland, MI 48640 (989) 631-2260 offi[email protected] / www.sjec-midland.org

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