Holy Eucharist: Rite II

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May 30, 2021 – 8:30 & 11:00 a.m. – The First Sunday after Pentecost: Trinity Sunday – Year B

PRELUDE Siciliano John Alcock junr.

THE WORD OF GOD

PROCESSIONAL HYMN

HOLY, HOLY, HOLY! LORD GOD ALMIGHTY! Hymnal 362

OPENING ACCLAMATION Book of Common Prayer (BCP) 355

Celebrant Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. People And blessed be his kingdom, now and for ever. Amen.

COLLECT FOR PURITY BCP 355

Celebrant 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 GLORIA Hymn S 280

COLLECT OF THE DAY

Celebrant The Lord be with you. People And also with you. Celebrant Let us pray. Almighty and everlasting God, you have given to us your servants grace, by the confession of a true faith, to acknowledge the glory of the eternal Trinity, and in the power of your divine Majesty to worship the Unity: Keep us steadfast in this faith and worship, and bring us at last to see you in your one and eternal glory, O Father; who with the Son and the Holy Spirit live and reign, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

THE LESSONS

First Lesson: Isaiah 6:1-8

In the year that King Uzziah died, I saw the Lord sitting on a throne, high and lofty; and the hem of his robe filled the temple. Seraphs were in attendance above him; each had six wings: with two they covered their faces, and with two they covered their feet, and with two they flew. And one called to another and said: “Holy, holy, holy is the Lord of hosts; the whole earth is full of his glory.” The pivots on the thresholds shook at the voices of those who called, and the house filled with smoke. And I said: “Woe is me! I am lost, for I am a man of unclean lips, and I live among a people of unclean lips; yet my eyes have seen the King, the Lord of hosts!” Then one of the seraphs flew to me, holding a live coal that had been taken from the altar with a pair of tongs. The seraph touched my mouth with it and said: “Now that this has touched your lips, your guilt has departed and your sin is blotted out.” Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, “Whom shall I send, and who will go for us?” And I said, “Here am I; send me!”

The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.

Psalm 29 Afferte Domino BCP 620

1 Ascribe to the Lord, you gods, * ascribe to the Lord glory and strength. 2 Ascribe to the Lord the glory due his Name; * worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness. 3 The voice of the Lord is upon the waters; the God of glory thunders; * the Lord is upon the mighty waters. 4 The voice of the Lord is a powerful voice; * the voice of the Lord is a voice of splendor. 5 The voice of the Lord breaks the cedar trees; * the Lord breaks the cedars of Lebanon; 6 He makes Lebanon skip like a calf, * and Mount Hermon like a young wild ox. 7 The voice of the Lord splits the flames of fire; the voice of the Lord shakes the wilderness; * the Lord shakes the wilderness of Kadesh. 8 The voice of the Lord makes the oak trees writhe * and strips the forests bare. 9 And in the temple of the Lord * all are crying, "Glory!" 10 The Lord sits enthroned above the flood; * the Lord sits enthroned as King for evermore. 11 The Lord shall give strength to his people; * the Lord shall give his people the blessing of peace.

Second Lesson: Romans 8:12-17

So then, brothers and sisters, we are debtors, not to the flesh, to live according to the flesh-- for if you live according to the flesh, you will die; but if by the Spirit you put to death the deeds of the body, you will live. For all who are led by the Spirit of God are children of God. For you did not receive a spirit of slavery to fall back into fear, but you have received a spirit of adoption. When we cry, "Abba! Father!" it is that very Spirit bearing witness with our spirit that we are children of God, and if children, then heirs, heirs of God and joint heirs with Christ-- if, in fact, we suffer with him so that we may also be glorified with him.

The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.

SEQUENCE HYMN

WHEN CHRIST WAS LIFTED FROM THE EARTH Hymnal 603

The Gospel: John 3:1-17

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

There was a Pharisee named Nicodemus, a leader of the Jews. He came to Jesus by night and said to him, “Rabbi, we know that you are a teacher who has come from God; for no one can do these signs that you do apart from the presence of God.” Jesus answered him, “Very truly, I tell you, no one can see the kingdom of God without being born from above.” Nicodemus said to him, “How can anyone be born after having grown old? Can one enter a second time into the mother’s womb and be born?” Jesus answered, “Very

truly, I tell you, no one can enter the kingdom of God without being born of water and Spirit. What is born of the flesh is flesh, and what is born of the Spirit is spirit. Do not be astonished that I said to you, ‘You must be born from above.’ The wind blows where it chooses, and you hear the sound of it, but you do not know where it comes from or where it goes. So it is with everyone who is born of the Spirit.” Nicodemus said to him, “How can these things be?” Jesus answered him, “Are you a teacher of Israel, and yet you do not understand these things? Very truly, I tell you, we speak of what we know and testify to what we have seen; yet you do not receive our testimony. If I have told you about earthly things and you do not believe, how can you believe if I tell you about heavenly things? No one has ascended into heaven except the one who descended from heaven, the Son of Man. And just as Moses lifted up the serpent in the wilderness, so must the Son of Man be lifted up, that whoever believes in him may have eternal life. For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, so that everyone who believes in him may not perish but may have eternal life. Indeed, God did not send the Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him.”

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

THE SERMON The Rev. Seth Olson

THE NICENE CREED BCP 358

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 – Adapted from Intercessions for the Christian People, Gail Ramshaw, Editor

Inspired by the Spirit, we now offer our Sunday prayers to God in the name of Jesus Christ, saying: Lord, have mercy.

For the fulfillment of the mission of the church and its leaders, Justin, archbishop of Canterbury, Michael, our presiding bishop, Glenda, our bishop, Mary Bea, Charles, Seth, and Mike, our priests, let us pray to the Lord. Lord, have mercy.

For the liberation of the children of God from the bondage of fear, let us pray to the Lord. Lord, have mercy.

For the consolation of all those who struggle with doubts or disbelief, let us pray to the Lord. Lord, have mercy.

For renewed witness of the gospel among Christian people in positions of public trust, especially Joseph our president, Kay our governor, and Patrick our mayor, let us pray to the Lord. Lord, have mercy.

For our assembly as we hand on the faith of our ancestors from one generation to another, let us pray to the Lord. Lord, have mercy.

For the power to live out the promises of our baptism, let us pray to the Lord. Lord, have mercy.

For all the sick and the suffering, the lonely and the dying, especially we pray for those members of our parish for whom intercessions have been requested. The parish prayer list is read. Let us pray to the Lord. Lord, have mercy.

In the communion of the Holy Spirit, with Mary, the mother of the Son of God, and with all the saints in light, let us commend our lives and the lives of one another to the Lord. Lord, have mercy.

For all the blessings of this life, especially the birth of Addison Claire Post, daughter of Frances Anne Brooks & John Post and Liv Anne Sheedy, daughter of Noelle & Chris Sheedy, for this we are thankful, let us pray to the Lord. Lord, have mercy.

We remember all who have died, especially Larry Wilson, that they may have a place in your eternal kingdom, let us pray to the Lord. Lord, have mercy.

Celebrant Almighty God, with tender love we call you our Abba. Answer the prayers of your children gathered here, for we rely on you and have confidence in you. We ask this through Christ our Lord, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, now and forever. Amen.

THE PEACE BCP 360

Celebrant The peace of the Lord be always with you. People And also with you.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

THE HOLY COMMUNION OFFERTORY SENTENCE

Celebrant Walk in love, as Christ loved us and gave himself for us, an offering and sacrifice to God.

Thank you for your support of All Saints and all of our ministries. Contributions may be made at www.allsaintsbhm.org/give or on Realm. Visitors please complete a visitor card in the pew or online at http://bit.ly/ASEVisitorForm.

OFFERTORY ANTHEM

Round the Lord in glory seated Words: Richard Mant Music: C. H. H. Parry

Round the Lord in glory seated cherubim and seraphim filled his temple, and repeated each to each the alternate hymn; “Lord, thy glory fills the heaven, earth is with thy fullness stored; unto thee be glory given, holy, holy, holy Lord.”

Heaven is still with glory ringing, earth takes up the angels’ cry, “Holy, holy, holy,” singing, “Lord of hosts, the Lord Most High.” With his seraph train before him, with his holy Church below, thus unite we to adore him, bid we thus our anthem flow:

“Lord, thy glory fills the heaven, earth is with thy fullness stored; unto thee be glory given, holy, holy, holy Lord.” Thus thy glorious Name confessing, with thine angel hosts we cry “Holy, holy, holy,” blessing thee, the Lord of hosts Most High.

All standing DOXOLOGY Hymn 380, verse 3

Praise God from whom all blessings flow; praise him, all creatures here below; praise him above, ye heavenly host: praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost.

THE GREAT THANKSGIVING – Eucharistic Prayer A BCP 361

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 him thanks and praise.

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

Through Jesus Christ our Lord. In fulfillment of his true promise, the Holy Spirit came down on this day from heaven, lighting upon the disciples, to teach them and to lead them into all truth; uniting peoples of many tongues in the confession of one faith, and giving to your Church the power to serve you as a royal priesthood, and to preach the Gospel to all nations.

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

Celebrant & People Sanctus Hymnal S 130 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.

The Celebrant continues 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 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: Celebrant and People Christ has died. Christ is risen. Christ will come again.

The Celebrant continues 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 for ever. Amen.

And now as our Savior Christ has taught us, we are bold to say, Celebrant & People 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.

Celebrant breaks the bread. Silence

Fraction Anthem Hymnal S 164 Jesus, Lamb of God: Have mercy on us.

Jesus, bearer of our sins: Have mercy on us.

Jesus, redeemer of the world: Give us your peace.

Celebrant The gifts of God for the people of God.

Congregation will come to the altar rail, one person or family unit at a time, to receive Communion. You may receive Communion in one kind (bread only) or both bread & wine. To receive the wine, please carefully intinct (dip your wafer) above the wine line. Parents may intinct for children. Gluten free wafers are available. For a blessing, place crossed hands over your chest.

COMMUNION HYMN

I BIND UNTO MYSELF TODAY Hymnal 370

POST COMMUNION PRAYER BCP 365

Celebrant & People Eternal God, heavenly Father, 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

Celebrant May God the Holy Trinity make you strong in faith and love, defend you on every side, and guide you in truth, and peace; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.

RECESSIONAL HYMN

HOLY FATHER, GREAT CREATOR Hymnal 368

THE DISMISSAL BCP 366

Celebrant Let us go forth in the name of Christ. People Thanks be to God.

POSTLUDE

THE CLERGY The Rev. Mary Bea Sullivan The Rev. Seth Olson

CRUCIFER 8:30 am 11:00 am Corbin Mehrer Ruby Reeves

TORCHBEARERS 8:30 am 11:00 am Kane Hollifield June Reeves Grace Mehrer

MUSICIANS Melanie Couch, organ Susie Youngson, soprano

ALTAR FLOWER DEDICATION The altar flowers are given to the Glory of God and to wish Glenn Feldman a beautiful heavenly birthday! We miss you! The loves of your life, Jeannie, Rebecca, and Hallie

The altar rose is in celebration of the birth of Addison Claire Post, daughter of Frances Anne Brooks & John Wesley Post Liv Anne Sheedy, daughter of Noelle & Chris Sheedy

PRAYER REQUESTS

Remembering those seeking healing and support: Members of this Parish (acute needs): ): Jenny Blackmon, Dan Chavez, Phil Croft, Malcolm Hardin, Cathy Kessler, Frances & Addison Post, Savannah Ross, Herb Schroeter, Griffith Still, Duke Terrell, and Cindy Wood.

Members of this Parish (long-term needs): Croft Aycock & family, Jay Drake, Frances Flynn, Hank Hollis & the Hollis family, Bill Lenker, John Logue, Blanche McIntyre, Betsy McKay, Mike McKay, Liz Moorman, Scarlett Padgett, and Johanna Talley.

Family and friends: Michael Ahlemeyer, Michael Ahlemeyer, Ted Atkinson, the Austin Family, the Ray Bailey family, Nancy Jane Bains, the Blake family, Mason Bondi, Joseph Boohaker, Bruce Brasell, Laurel Butterfield, Michaelle Chapman, Michael Cumbie, the Davenport Family, Patti & Frank Donaldson, Susan Dosier, Stanley Drake, Sara Erwin, Cheryl Espy, Scott Flowers and the Flowers family, Butch Foster, John Grill, Patricia Guest, The Handley Family, Davis Hartsell, Mary Henderson, Ashley Huffstutler, Buddy Jessup, Shelley & Jason Jones, Millard Martin, Cathie May, Nathan McNabb, Blossom Merryman, Tony Narducci, the Ristau family, Charlotte Roland, Sherry Sachritz, Billy and Marsha Smith, Cheryl Swail, Doyle Thrash, Judy Tillman, Ann Tipton, the Upton family, Alan Welborn, Katherine K. Yelverton, and Wescott Youngson.

Those in the Armed Forces: Marie Anderson, Hal Bowron, Ariel Cecil, Adam Johnson, Morgan Jordan, Jeff May, Mac McNease, Brian Patterson, Sarah S., Suzelle Thomas, Josh Turner, and Harrison Yelverton, IV

All Saints is a community of prayer and we are happy to include your family members and friends who need prayer in our intercessory prayer list. The names will remain on the list for four weeks unless the request is renewed or changed.

A prayer for our rector search Almighty God, giver of every good gift: Look graciously on your Church, and so guide the minds of those who shall choose a rector for this parish, that we may receive a faithful pastor, who will care for your people and equip us for our ministries; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

A prayer for our parish Almighty and everliving God, ruler of all things in heaven and earth, hear our prayers for this parish family. Strengthen the faithful, arouse the careless, and restore the penitent. Grant us all things necessary for our common life, and bring us all to be of one heart and mind within your holy Church, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

A prayer for the power of the spirit among the people of God God of all power and love, we give thanks for your unfailing presence and the hope you provide in times of uncertainty and loss. Send your Holy Spirit to enkindle in us your holy fire. Revive us to live as Christ’s body in the world: a people who pray, worship, learn, break bread, share life, heal neighbors, bear good news, seek justice, rest and grow in the Spirit. Wherever and however we gather, unite us in common prayer and send us in common mission, that we and the whole creation might be restored and renewed, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

CONNECT WITH US

Realm: If you have any questions or need any assistance setting Pastoral Care Needs: If you have any pastoral needs, please up your Realm account, please call the office or visit feel free to call the office during office hours or email Tara www.allsaintsbhm.org/realm/ for Account Assistance. We will Portney at [email protected]. If there is any emergency be happy to answer any questions you have about this new tool! after the office has closed, please call 205-617-8954 for the priest on call. Home Communion: Our clergy are available to bring Eucharist to you at home. Call the office if you would like to Weekly Email: if you are not receiving our weekly email, schedule a home visit with one of them. please call the office or send your address to [email protected].

ANNOUNCEMENTS

WORSHIP UPDATE Reservations for in-person worship, atria, and nursery are no longer required. From May 30-July 25, all Sunday worship services will be indoors. Beginning May 30, the 11:00am worship service will be live-streamed on our website, Facebook, and Vimeo as the choir will begin singing again in the nave at this time.

Children's Liturgy will begin May 30 in Sunshine room for kids 3-6 years old.

 If you are vaccinated, masks are optional for all indoor or outdoor activities, including singing, officiating, reading, preaching, leading formation classes, etc.  If you are unvaccinated, masks are strongly recommended for all indoor activities. Masks are not required for outdoor gatherings, but we request that unvaccinated individuals maintain social distancing. It is vital that we remain a safe space for all who are vulnerable, especially the children who do not have access to vaccinations.  During worship, we invite you to sit wherever you would like to in the Nave. Please show neighborly respect and socially distance from children and those wearing masks.  Youth 12 years of age and older will follow the same guidelines as the adults.  Children 6 years of age and younger will remain in nursery, atrium, or Children's Liturgy during communion. A general rule of thumb for children and youth is if they are asked to wear a mask at school, they must also wear a mask at church.  During Communion, we will return to the common cup with intinction only.

OUTREACH & PARISH LIFE OPPORTUNITIES Lawn Chair Church: These small gatherings for worship Church Workday - June 12, 8-12 PM – We will be doing take place in parishioners' yards or outdoor spaces include some painting, cleaning, pressure washing, and more. We Communion, music, physically-distanced fellowship, and need you to come help! We will work from 8:00 - 12:00, an opportunity to connect with God and one another in but come for as long as you can! Contact Floyd Alexander person. All are welcome. View the list of dates & hosts and ([email protected]) for more information. sign up at https://bit.ly/3fyflom. GraceWorks Drivers Needed: Provide transportation Sunday School Surprise returns this summer! Each for GraceWorks participants to Friday activities in June Sunday at 9:45am in June and July, the All Saints clergy or and July (June 11-July 23). Friday trips include places such special guests will lead a Christian Formation class in the as Oak Mountain, Play Station, Camp McDowell, and Great Hall open to all adults. The only way to find out what more. Contact Ron May to help at [email protected]! will be offered during this spiritually enriching time is to Saints Alive Luncheon: June 15 at 11:30am, G M show up! With questions, contact The Rev. Seth Olson, Pizzeria 600 Oak Grove Rd, Homewood. Contact Buddy [email protected]. Bland for reservations: 205-999-0631 Acolyte Summer Sign Up: On May 30, we will return to VBS Volunteers: We are in need of Market Place volunteers worship in the Nave for both morning services. Sign up to (those to help run the shops) for VBS 8:45am – 12:15pm, serve using the link here: Mon, Tues, and/or Wed, June 28-30. Contact Kathleen www.bit.ly/AcolyteSummer2021. Busbee, [email protected], if you are able to help. Arts & Crafts Supplies for Uniontown: We are Baptism: If you or someone in your family is interested in collecting activity & coloring books and art & craft begin baptized, please contact Mary Bea, supplies for children ages 5-12 years old during May. There [email protected] are bags available in the cloister to take home, fill with supplies, and return by May 30. Contact Kathleen Busbee Worship Volunteers: Please consider offering your gifts as with questions. an usher, greeter, or member of the altar guild. If you are interested in serving, please email Tara Portney, Compassionate Listening: Let's come together and [email protected]. practice cultivating compassion for ourselves and others so we can listen and speak from our hearts. Facilitated by All Saints Nursery is Hiring for the Summer: If you or Elizabeth Vander Kamp. Friday, June 18 from 6pm-9pm & someone you know is 16 years of age or older and interested Saturday, June 19 from 10am-6pm. Cost: $25. People 16 in helping with childcare, contact Tara Portney at and older are welcome. Please contact Elizabeth for more [email protected]. information and any questions. Text 205.441.8462 or email: [email protected]

WEEKLY SCHEDULE

SUNDAY WORSHIP SERVICES Holy Eucharist, Rite II: 8:30 a.m. 11:00 a.m. 5:30 p.m. All services are in-person in the Nave. The 11:00 a.m. service is live-streamed and available online at www.allsaintsbhm.org/sunday, www.facebook.com/allsaintsbhm or www.vimeo.com/allsaintsbhm.

WEEKDAY SERVICES Compline: Monday, 8:00 p.m. (online on Facebook) Morning Prayer: Wednesday, 8:30 a.m. (in-person and live-streamed on Facebook) Time with the Saints: Tuesday and Saturday, 8:30 a.m. (online) All services are available online at www.facebook.com/allsaintsbhm or https://vimeo.com/allsaintsbhm.

CHILDREN’S FORMATION Children’s Liturgy 8:20 a.m. & 10:50 a.m. Meets in the Sunshine Room (preschool)

YOUTH FORMATION All Saints Youth are meeting for Doughnuts & a Devotional on Sundays in June & July. 9:45-10:45 AM 7th-12th grades Meet at Hero Doughnuts Visit our website allsaintsbhm.org/youth or email Kristin Blackerby, [email protected], for more information on youth formation and EYC.

ADULT FORMATION Sundays Sunday School Surprise: 9:45 a.m. Open to all adults! Join us in the Great Hall.

Weekdays Men’s Bible Study: Wednesday, 7:00 a.m. Centering Prayer: Wednesday, 6:00 p.m. Email Seth Olson, [email protected], for class information.

ALL SAINTS EPISCOPAL CHURCH 110 West Hawthorne Road Homewood, Alabama 35209 205-879-8651 – www.allsaintsbhm.org