The Third Sunday After Pentecost

“Diaconate Sunday”

June 13, 2021 ~ 10 o’clock Holy Eucharist

Outdoors on the Great Lawn

Available on YouTube

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Welcome to our service of Holy Eucharist on the Great Lawn of Saint Barnabas’s!

ABOUT TODAY’S READINGS

You are encouraged to participate fully in this service from wherever you may be this morning. In-person indoor worship remains suspended due to the COVID-19 (novel coronavirus) pandemic. The service is taken from the Book of Common Prayer and other sources approved by The Episcopal Church. It has been printed in this bulletin for your ease of use and convenience. Please join in the prayers and responses printed in bold.

This Sunday, June 13th, "Diaconate Sunday" celebrates servant leadership of deacons in the Diocese of Massachusetts. Across our diocese deacons will be preaching about the importance of the ministry of deacons in the church. Deacon Natalie will be guest preaching at The Episcopal Parish of St. Paul in Newton Highlands. She preached a compelling sermon about the diaconate last Sunday, if you missed it, you can watch it here. We also commend to you this video that shares more about the ministry of the diaconate in our diocese. If you're feeling a potential call to be a deacon, feel free to set up a time for coffee and conversation with Deacon Natalie.

The church calendar also celebrates St. Efrem the Syrian, a deacon venerated in both Eastern and Western traditions. This video is available for viewing on Diaconate Sunday, from The Most Rev. Michael Curry, Living the Way of Love

The Bible texts of the Old Testament, Epistle and Gospel lessons are from the New Revised Standard Version Bible, copyright 1989 by the Division of Christian Education of the National Council of the Church of Christ in the USA, and used by permission. The Collects, Psalms and Canticles are from the Book of Common Prayer, 1979, The Saint Helena Psalter, 2004, and the Episcopal Diocese of Washington. Permission to Podcast/Stream the music in this video obtained from ONE LICENSE (#A-715981

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THE HOLY EUCHARIST

10 o’clock

Prelude

The Opening Acclamation

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

The Collect for Purity

All: 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.

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Opening Hymn The Church’s one foundation #525

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The Collect of the Day

Presider: God is with you. People: And also with you. Presider: Let us pray All: THE PRAYER OF ST EPHRAIM THE SYRIAN O Lord and Master of my life, do not give me the spirit of laziness, meddling, self-importance and idle talk. Instead, grace me, Your servant, with the spirit of modesty, humility, patience, and love. Indeed, my Lord and King, grant that I may see my own faults, and not condemn my brothers and sisters, for You are blessed unto ages of ages. Amen. Translation by Fr James Silver, Drew University; posted on the Orthodox list

THE LITURGY OF THE WORD

The Readings

A Reading from the Proverbs 3:1-7

My child, do not forget my teaching, but let your heart keep my commandments; for length of days and years of life and abundant welfare they will give you. Do not let loyalty and faithfulness forsake you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart. So you will find favor and good repute in the sight of God and of people. Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not rely on your own insight. In all your ways acknowledge God, and God will make straight your paths. Do not be wise in your own eyes; fear the Lord, and turn away from evil.

Reader: Here ends the Reading.

A period of silence for reflection follows.

We now pray a portion of the Psalm appointed for today [33:1-11]

Rejoice in the LORD, O you righteous. Praise befits the upright.

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Praise the LORD with the lyre; make melody to him with the harp of ten strings. Sing to him a new song; play skillfully on the strings, with loud shouts. For the word of the LORD is upright, and all his work is done in faithfulness. He loves righteousness and justice; the earth is full of the steadfast love of the LORD. By the word of the LORD the heavens were made, and all their host by the breath of his mouth. He gathered the waters of the sea as in a bottle; he put the deeps in storehouses. Let all the earth fear the LORD; let all the inhabitants of the world stand in awe of him. For he spoke, and it came to be; he commanded, and it stood firm. The LORD brings the counsel of the nations to nothing; he frustrates the plans of the peoples. The counsel of the LORD stands forever, the thoughts of his heart to all generations.

Reader: Here ends the Reading.

A Reading from the Second Letter to the Corinthians [5:6-17]

We are always confident; even though we know that while we are at home in the body we are away from the Lord-- for we walk by faith, not by sight. Yes, we do have confidence, and we would rather be away from the body and at home with the Lord. So whether we are at home or away, we make it our aim to please him. For all of us must appear before the judgment seat of Christ, so that each may receive recompense for what has been done in the body, whether good or evil.

Therefore, knowing the fear of the Lord, we try to persuade others; but we ourselves are well known to God, and I hope that we are also well known to your consciences. We are not commending ourselves to you again, but giving you an opportunity to boast about us, so that you may be able to answer those who boast in outward appearance and not in the heart. For if we are beside ourselves, it is for God; if we are in our right mind, it is for you. For the love of Christ urges us on, because we are convinced that one has died for all; therefore, all have died. And he died for all, so that those who live might live no longer for themselves, but for him who died and was raised for them. From now on, therefore, we regard no one from a human point of view; even though we once knew Christ from a human point of view, we know him no longer in that way. So if anyone is in Christ, there is a new creation: everything old has passed away; see, everything has become new!

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The Gospel Hymn We walk by faith #209

Words: Henry Alford (1810-1871), alt. Music: St. Botolph, Gordon Slater (1896-1979) Copyright: Music: By permission of Oxford University Press. All rights reserved. Reprinted under One-License A-715981

Deacon: The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Mark. People: Glory to you, Lord Christ.

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The Gospel Matthew [13:47-52]

“Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a net that was thrown into the sea and caught fish of every kind; when it was full, they drew it ashore, sat down, and put the good into baskets but threw out the bad. So it will be at the end of the age. The angels will come out and separate the evil from the righteous and throw them into the furnace of fire, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth.

“Have you understood all this?” They answered, “Yes.” And he said to them, “Therefore every scribe who has been trained for the kingdom of heaven is like the master of a household who brings out of his treasure what is new and what is old.”

Deacon: The Gospel of the Lord. People: Praise to you, Lord Christ

The Sermon The Rev. W. (Will) H. Mebane, Jr.

A period of silence for reflection follows.

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 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 human. 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 Page | 8

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, the Spirit is worshiped and glorified. The Spirit 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

Leader: In peace, we pray to you, Lord God. Leader: For all people in their daily life and work; People: For our families, friends, and neighbors, and for those who are alone. Leader: For this community, the nation, and the world; People: For all who work for justice, freedom, and peace. Leader: For the just and proper use of your creation; People: For the victims of hunger, fear, injustice, and oppression. Leader: For all who are in danger, sorrow, or any kind of trouble; People: For those who minister to the sick, the friendless, and the needy. Leader: For the peace and unity of the Church of God; People: For all who proclaim the Gospel, and all who seek the Truth. Leader: For Michael, our Presiding Bishop, and Alan and Gayle our Bishops; Will our priest, and Natalie our deacon, and for all bishops and other ministers; People: For all who serve God in God’s Church. Leader: For the special needs and concerns of this congregation; David, Jeanne, Mike, Jean, Michael, Brenda, Chickie, Caroline, Bob, Jack, Sally, Larry, Dan, Jerry, Allen, Jose, John, Marcia, Kathy, Lissa, Lisa, Dick, Lee, Geri. The People may add their own petitions Leader: Hear us, Lord; People: For your mercy is great. Leader: We thank you, Lord, for all the blessings of this life. The People may add their own thanksgivings Leader: We will exalt you, O God our King; Page | 9

People: And praise your Name for ever and ever. Leader: We pray for all who have died, that they may have a place in your eternal kingdom. The People may add their own petitions Leader: Lord, let your loving-kindness be upon them; People: Who put their trust in you. Deacon: We pray to you also for the forgiveness of our sins. Silence is kept All: Have mercy upon us, most merciful God; in your compassion forgive us our sins, known and unknown, things done and left undone; and so uphold us by your Spirit that we may live and serve you in newness of life, to the honor and glory of your Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

The Absolution The Peace

Presider: May the peace and love of Christ be always with you. People: And also with you. Welcome, Announcements,Blessing of Birthdays & Anniversaries

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THE HOLY EUCHARIST

The Offertory

The Great Thanksgiving The Book of Common Prayer Eucharistic Prayer A

Presider: The Lord be with you. People: And also with you.

Presider: Lift up your hearts. People: We lift them to the Lord.

Presider: Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. People: It is right to give God thanks and praise.

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

Through Jesus Christ our Lord; who on the first day of the week overcame death and the grave, and by his glorious resurrection opened to us the way of everlasting life.

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

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Holy, Holy, Holy WLP #858

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Presider: Holy and gracious God: 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 eternal Son, to share our human nature, to live and die as one of us, to reconcile us to you, the God 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 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 all for the forgiveness of sins. Whenever you drink it, do this for the remembrance of me."

Therefore, we proclaim the mystery of our faith:

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

Presider: We celebrate the memorial of our redemption, O God, 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 Barnabas, and 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 God, now and for ever. AMEN.

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

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The Lord’s Prayer

All: 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

Presider: Alleluia. Christ our Passover is sacrificed for us; People: Therefore, let us keep the feast. Alleluia. Presider: The Gifts of God for the People of God.

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The Communion Song Walk on, O people of God #739

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Words: Cesáreo Gabaraín (1936-1991), tr. George Lockwood Music: Nueva Creación, Casáreo Gabaraín (1936-1991); harm. Juan Luis Garcia. All Rights Reserved. Used by permission. Reprinted under OneLicense.net A-715981.

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The Post Communion Prayer

Presider: Let us pray.

All: Almighty and ever living 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, O God, 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 for ever. Amen.

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The Closing Hymn Love divine, all loves excelling #657

The Blessing The Dismissal

Postlude

The worship has ended – our service begins!

THANK YOU to Today’s Servers:

Presider: The Rev. Everett 'Perry" Perrine; Preacher : The Rev. W. (Will) H. Mebane, Jr.; Music Director: Deborah Gemma; Cantor: Michael Goldring; Virtual Worship Ministers: Richard Boudreau, Alan McCoy; Lectors: Rhaenel Stone, Maurice Rowe; Altar Guild: Merrily Crowley, Katie Parsons, Nina Asgeirsson; Flower Guild: Thelma Spicer, Lynn Morse; Ushers: Grace Leva, Sue Gnospelius, Kate Mulligan, Kate Kristenson; Parking Attendant: Phoebe Office; Setup: Eric Kristenson

† The Sanctuary Lamp is lit this week In Loving Memory of David Roy Nickerson, son of Geri Nickerson.

The altar flowers are given by Rev. Will to the glory of G_D and in Thanksgiving for the Office of State Rep. Dylan Fernandes for assisting in breaking the three- year-long bureaucratic logjam to allow Ilona Paulette Mebane, BS, BSN, RN, MSN, CCM to be licensed as a Registered Nurse in Massachusetts; and for deacons in the Episcopal Church, especially The Rev. Natalie Elaine Thomas.

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PRAYER LIST

PARISHIONERS: David Forsberg, Jeanne Platt, Mike Mulligan, Jean Johnson, Michael Reardon, Brenda McLane, Chickie Stommel, Caroline Burgess, Bob Mulligan, Jack Reardon, Sally Ferreira, Larry Ferreira, Dan Stone, Jerry Luby, Allen Hill, Jose Rosario, John Bordieri, Marcia Gonsalves, Kathy Melody, Lissa Conn, Lisa Dunne, Dick Dimmock, Lee Danzey, Geri Nickerson

FRIENDS OF OUR PARISH: Ronald Woods, Gordon Johnson, Margaret Jemmott, Robert Schneider, Mike Koser, Kevin Condron, Gavin Hutchinson, Dave Mirenna, Suzanne Hicks, Catherine Licence, Brenda Swain, Claudius Thompson, Amy Coucher, Campbell MacNiven, Andrea Schaeicher, Julia Scott, Deb Selleck, Bernard Linn, John McCadam,

THOSE GRIEVING: Friends and Family of Jerry Ogden, Geraldine ‘Gerry’ Brown, Elizabeth ‘Betty’ Barrett, Nancy Gwynne, Teresa ‘Terry’ Nelson, Alfred ‘Al’ Irish, Caleb ‘Cal’ Rawstron, Edwina ‘Eddie’ Buttrick, Richard E. ‘Dick’ Kendall, Henry ‘Hank’ Schroeder, and the victims of COVID-19.

SERVING IN THE ARMED FORCES: Spencer Reed, Christopher Chicoine, Jack Reardon Jr., Andrew Leitao, Tyler Jeck, James Vaus, Jonathan Vaus SAINT BARNABAS’S MINISTRIES: Sunday School students, teachers and youth.

DIOCESAN & LOCAL CYCLE OF PRAYER: In the Diocese: Parishes of the Mt. Hope-Buzzards Bay Deanery; St. Aidan’s Chapel, Dartmouth; St. Peter’s Church, Dartmouth; Congregations: Organists, Choirs and other Church Musicians; Society of the Companions of the Holy Cross

In Falmouth: First Church of Christ Scientist, Falmouth Gun Safety Coalition, Falmouth Human Services Lifting up our prayers: We keep an ongoing parish prayer list in the Church Office – 508-548-3863 or [email protected]. Each prayer is an opening to God’s healing grace at work in our lives. Private prayer needs will be given to our Prayer Chain Ministry and not published on this list. Please contact Susan Schmidt at [email protected] to be added to the Prayer Chain.

Rev. Will may be contacted via e-mail at [email protected] or the Church Office (508- 548-3863) or his personal mobile (716) 857-0912. Subscribe to YouTube Channel—Saint Barnabas’s at https://www.youtube.com/c/SaintBarnabasFalmouth

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Our Diocese and Parish THE SAINT BARNABAS’S

The Rt. Rev. Alan M. Gates, Bishop The Rt. Rev. Gayle E. Harris, Suffragan Bishop The Rev. W. (Will) H. Mebane, Jr., Rector The Rev. Natalie E. Thomas, Deacon Doug Fantarella, Sexton Love and respect one another Deborah Gemma, Director of Music Ann German, Director of Finance Listen to each other Heather Grey, Interim Director, Be honest with each other Family Ministries Becky Vaus, Parish Administrator Be slow to judge Work together

Kate Kristenson, Warden Consider the common/greater good David Forsberg, Warden Actively care for one another Karl Loos, Treasurer Grace Leva, Asst. Treasurer Keep Christ as our focus George Liles, Clerk Be faithful in communal worship

Communicate directly with each VESTRY MEMBERS: Sally Colacicco other Mary Ellen Evans Work, pray, and give for the spread of Jeramie Hammond the kingdom of God Ambrose Jearld Diane Jemmott Keith Monjak A covenant is a solemn agreement Jerry Morse between individuals or groups. We at Kathy Mulligan Saint Barnabas’s pray that, with God's Spencer Duncan (HS Rep) help, this covenant will guide us in how

we relate to one another. DEANERY DELEGATES: Susan Schmidt, Richard Stone

DIOCESAN DELEGATES: Karl Loos, John Schmidt CHURCH OFFICE (508) 548-3863

WWW.STBARNABASFALMOUTH.ORG EPISCOPAL CITY MISSION DELEGATE:

Eddie Nadolny

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