All Saints Day

ALL SAINTS DAY

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2020

10:30AM

THE REVEREND TIM MEYERS, ASSOCIATE RECTOR

DEACON DEBRA ARING

DR. JOYCE SCHEMANSKE, DIRECTOR OF MUSIC

______Book of Common Prayer, beginning on page 355

WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS

OPENING HYMN HYMN #287 For all the saints Sine Nomine (Please see p. 9)

Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. And blessed be God’s kingdom, now and forever. Amen.

COLLECT OF PURITY Almighty God, to you all hearts are open, all desires known, and from you no secrets are hid: Cleanse the thoughts of our hearts by the inspiration of your Holy Spirit, that we may perfectly love you, and worthily magnify your holy Name; through Christ our Lord. Amen.

THE COLLECT OF THE DAY

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

Almighty God, you have knit together your elect in one communion and fellowship in the mystical body of your Son Christ our Lord: Give us grace so to follow your blessed saints in all virtuous and godly living, that we may come to those ineffable joys that you have prepared for those who truly love you; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, in glory everlasting. Amen.

THE EPISTLE 1 John 3:1-3

See what love the Father has given us, that we should be called children of God; and that is what we are. The reason the world does not know us is that it did not know him. Beloved, we are God's children now; what we will be has not yet been revealed. What we do know is this: when he is revealed, we will be like him, for we will see him as he is. And all who have this hope in him purify themselves, just as he is pure.

The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.

Psalm 34:1-10,22 [IN UNISON]

1 I will bless the LORD at all times; * his praise shall ever be in my mouth. 2 I will glory in the LORD; * let the humble hear and rejoice. 3 Proclaim with me the greatness of the LORD; * let us exalt his Name together. 4 I sought the LORD, and he answered me * and delivered me out of all my terror. 5 Look upon him and be radiant, * and let not your faces be ashamed. 6 I called in my affliction and the LORD heard me * and saved me from all my troubles. 7 The angel of the LORD encompasses those who fear him, * and he will deliver them. 8 Taste and see that the LORD is good; * happy are they who trust in him! 9 Fear the LORD, you that are his saints, * for those who fear him lack nothing. 10 The young lions lack and suffer hunger, * but those who seek the LORD lack nothing that is good. 22 The LORD ransoms the life of his servants, * and none will be punished who trust in him.

THE GOSPEL Matthew 5:1-12

The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Matthew. Glory to you, Lord Christ.

When Jesus saw the crowds, he went up the mountain; and after he sat down, his disciples came to him. Then he began to speak, and taught them, saying:

"Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. "Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. "Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth. "Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled. "Blessed are the merciful, for they will receive mercy. "Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God. "Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God. "Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. "Blessed are you when people revile you and persecute you and utter all kinds of evil against you falsely on my account. Rejoice and be glad, for your reward is great in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets who were before you."

The Gospel of the Lord. Praise to you, Lord Christ.

THE SERMON The Reverend Tim Meyers

THE RENEWAL OF BAPTISMAL VOWS

Dear People of God: In Holy Baptism we have become part of that great fellowship of believers in all times and places: the Communion of Saints. In baptism God has adopted us as children and made us members of Christ’s body and inheritors of God’s kingdom with the saints in light. Let us now renew the vows of our baptism by which God has made us a holy people.

Do you reaffirm your renunciation of evil and renew your commitment to Jesus Christ? I do.

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

Do you believe in Jesus Christ, the Son of God? 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. 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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

THE PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE

With all our heart and with all our mind, let us pray to the Lord, asking the God of glory to “Hear our prayer.”

We pray for all God’s people throughout the world, especially for Michael, our presiding bishop, Rob, our bishop and his assistants, Don and Paul; our clergy; and all who minister in God’s name. God of glory, Hear our prayer.

We pray for those who lead, especially Donald, our president; Brian, our governor; Keisha, our mayor; the Congress of the United States, and all other elected officials. God of glory, Hear our prayer.

We pray for our democracy, for a free and fair election, and for peace in the days and weeks to come. God of glory, Hear our prayer.

We pray for those suffering throughout the world with Covid-19, their caregivers, and families. Prayers for those who are recovering. God of glory, Hear our prayer.

We pray for Buddy, our new Interim Rector, his family, and his ministry. May this be a time of fruitful growth in the life of St. Anne’s. God of glory, Hear our prayer.

We pray for all who have died, may they rest in the peace of God’s eternal presence. God of glory, Hear our prayer.

We pray for the universal church, its members and its mission, including the clergy and people of All Saints’, Atlanta and Warner Robins; for the bishop and people of the Province of West Africa; and for our companion and partner Diocese of Cape Coast in Ghana. God of glory, Hear our prayer.

Officiant

Holy God, mighty God, immortal God, adored by angels and praised by the saints, receive the prayers of your holy church, and grant them in accordance with your gracious will, through Christ our Lord. Amen.

THE PEACE The peace of the Lord be always with you. And also with you.

THE OFFERTORY

THE GREAT THANKSGIVING

Eucharistic Prayer A

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 God thanks and praise.

It is right, and a good and joyful thing, always and everywhere to give thanks to you, Father Almighty, Creator of heaven and earth.

Therefore we praise you, joining our voices with Angels and Archangels and with all the company of heaven, who forever sing this hymn to proclaim the glory of your Name:

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.

Holy and gracious Father: In your infinite love you made us for yourself; and, when we had fallen into sin and become subject to evil and death, you, in your mercy, sent Jesus Christ, your only and eternal Son, to share our human nature, to live and die as one of us, to reconcile us to you, the God and Father of all.

He stretched out his arms upon the cross, and offered himself in obedience to your will, a perfect sacrifice for the whole world. On the night he was handed over to suffering and death, our Lord Jesus Christ took bread; and when he had given thanks to you, he broke it, and gave it to his disciples, and said, “Take, eat: This is my Body, which is given for you. Do this

6 for the remembrance of me.”

After supper he took the cup of wine; and when he had given thanks, he 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. Whenever you drink it, do this for the remembrance of me.”

Therefore we proclaim the mystery of faith:

Christ has died. Christ is risen. Christ will come again.

We celebrate the memorial of our redemption, O Father, in this sacrifice of praise and thanksgiving. Recalling his death, resurrection, and ascension, we offer you these gifts.

Sanctify them by your Holy Spirit to be for your people the Body and Blood of your Son, the holy food and drink of new and unending life in him. Sanctify us also that we may faithfully receive this holy Sacrament, and serve you in unity, constancy, and peace; and at the last day bring us with all your saints into the joy of your eternal kingdom.

All this we ask through your Son Jesus Christ. By him, and with him, and in him, in the unity of the Holy Spirit all honor and glory is yours, Almighty Father, now and forever. Amen.

THE LORD’S PRAYER

And now, as our Savior Christ has taught us, we are bold to say:

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

[Alleluia.] Christ our Passover is sacrificed for us; Therefore let us keep the feast. [Alleluia.]

The Gifts of God for the People of God. Take them in remembrance that Christ died for you, and feed on him in your hearts by faith, with thanksgiving.

POST COMMUNION PRAYER

Eternal God, heavenly Father,

7 you have graciously accepted us as living members of your Son our Savior Jesus Christ, and you have fed us with spiritual food in the Sacrament of his Body and Blood. Send us now into the world in peace, and grant us strength and courage to love and serve you with gladness and singleness of heart; through Christ our Lord. Amen.

THE BLESSING

CLOSING HYMN

HYMN #293 I sing a song of the saints of God Grand Isle (Please see p. 10)

THE DISMISSAL

POSTLUDE

OUR FAITHFUL DEPARTED

Included are parishioners and those in our extended parish family who have died since last year’s remembrance on Nov. 3 and those who have been buried through St. Anne’s, as well as those whose death has a special significance for a parishioner.

Colin Barker Lu Hayes Hugh Nunnally Bob Barnes Sarah Ruth Bradford Horn Muriel Ormsby Doris Lee Barnes David Huston Gary Pannell Pearl Bozeman Charles A. “Chip” Johnston William Roberts, Jr. Susan Bryan English Josey Francie Ross Ann Conner Dorothy Leedy Robby Schulz Jean Daniel Bruce Lindsay Nancy Shuford William Gatlin Anne Lippincott Jenny Van Norden The Rev.Gary Goldman Bud Lovell Jean Walker Louise Harvey Archie Cassie McKinley Mary Kathryn Wolfson

HYMN #287

Hymn #293

PRAYER LIST

These are the loved ones for whom prayer has been requested. To add someone to the prayer list contact Victoria Davis at [email protected].

Alina Brentnall Gregg Colbert Nancy Pavur Amanda Marie Herb Steely Nancy Powers Amy Hunter Parker Gibson Ann and Sandy Sanderson Janice Sudan Peg Powers Anne Lacy Miller Jeff Peggy McCurry and family as Annie Dimon Jeff Prince they grieve for her mother Anne Whitney Jessica Phoebe Huntsberry Ansley Booth Jenny Price The Pickering family Arthur Lee Cousins Jisoo Lee Rob Holmes Ashley Judd Robert Mejia Audrey Burdett Kathy Mathis Rosalind Blair Blanche and Ronnie Sherrill Kathy and Bill Garrison Shelley McMahon Care for Aids Kyla Suzan Doigue Cedric Marie Larry Lynch Tony Mannino Charles Linda and Ed Tracy Harris Cindy Pedersen-Goetz Marie Davis The very vulnerable population Clark Hansen Margaret in Sudan and East Africa Community of Hope ministers Martha Isler Our Vestry and Clergy Corie Galusha Martha Sterne Will Broxterman Daniel Todd Matt Cheatwood & family Woody Woodall Daniel Trussell Matthew Going Zack Birmingham Edward Brentnall, Sr. Melissa Sebel Emily Pritchard Michael Arnold DEPLOYED MILITARY Faith Marie Michael Martin PERSONNEL Fred Baker Mike Noah Cook French Long Mike Dignam Spc. Charles Klein Gail Molly & Andrew Heacock George Baird Moppy Dimon Brumby

Please let us know how those for whom we are praying are doing and how we can support you as you care for them.

See the next page for The Ministers of the Day and the flower memorials.

Ministers of the Day The Reverend Tim Meyers, Associate Rector Deacon Debra Aring Dr. Joyce Schemanske, Director of Music Bonnie Collings, Verger Peter Berta, Lector Ben Dupree, Intercessor Merrill Ellis, Flower Guild, Arrange

Flowers The flowers in the sanctuary are given to the Glory of God by Deborah and Richard Childers in thanksgiving for our in grandchildren, Ryan, Henry, Wyatt, Cole, and Virginia and in honor of our parents, Eleanor and Reid Childers and Jean and Frank Fleming.