The Third Sunday of Easter 18 April 2021

In-Person & Live-Streamed High Mass at 10:00 a.m.

Low Mass at 8:00 a.m.

The Zabriskie Memorial Church of Saint John the Evangelist Newport, Rhode Island

Music Notes The opening voluntary is a perennial favorite from the pen of Vaughan Williams, a lovely pastoral evocation of springtime. The 19th-cetury tune on which it is based was written by the Anglian priest John David Edwards, and named after the village in County Borough of Wrexham, Wales where he served as Vicar from 1843 until his death in 1885. It was played at the Funeral of Diana, Princess of Wales, and was also played at the weddings of her two sons. Knighted in 1902, Dublin-born Charles Villiers Stanford had a long and distinguished career in Cambridge and London as a professor, composer and conductor. In addition to his legacy of ever- popular church compositions, and lesser-known orchestral and chamber music, songs and incidental music, he is known for his great influence as a teacher of Vaughan Williams, Ireland, Holst and Howells. His stirring music is superbly wedded to the text of the Te Deum, one of the most ancient hymns of praise. Authorship of the Te Deum is traditionally ascribed to Saints Ambrose and Augustine, on the occasion of the latter’s baptism by the former in AD 387.

Missa Zabriskie is a new congregational Mass setting based on the hymn Sweet Sacrament Divine, dedicated to The People of The Zabriskie Memorial Church of Saint John the Evangelist, Newport, Rhode Island (Past, Present, and Future). The work was written for use in the transition to our 15th Rector after the eight-year tenure of Father Humphrey, who introduced Stanfield’s hymn to the composer and congregation and whose vision of both the Eucharist and the provision of music to support it, inclusive of the people’s song, has been a particular inspiration. Stanfield was an English priest who worked in London’s Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Westminster. He published over a dozen devotional hymns including one set to a tune written in about 1878 by Edward Elgar, another famous Roman Catholic composer. Stanfield’s father, the prominent marine painter Clarkson Frederick Stanfield, was named for the slave trade abolitionist Thomas Clarkson and was a friend of Charles Dickens. The devout Stanfields were known not just for brilliance in their respective art-forms but also for their “personal simplicity and modesty.” The organ part of the Gloria contains two hymns for Maundy Thursday: Pange Lingua and Ubi caritas. Missa Zabriskie will be taught over the coming weeks so that we may sing it confidently when able to return to full worship in person. It’s fun to say Missa Zabriskie out loud (try it), honoring the namesake parishioner who caused our present building and organ to be built in 1894 at a time when a fledgling nineteen-year old congregation in financial straits might have perished.

Vierne’s jubilant conclusion to the first of his six organ symphonies was composed shortly before his appointment in 1900 to the post of titular organist of Notre Dame Cathedral, Paris. A merry theme in the feet under a toccata figuration in the hands is developed skillfully, and launched his career as a serious composer following in the footsteps of his teachers César Franck and Charles-Marie Widor.

Copyright and Recording Notices: Most hymns, Vidi Aquam, the communion anthem, and Lord’s Prayer were recorded in past services and provided by St. John’s choir member Christopher Scott. The Mass setting and communion hymn were recorded in the church in March 2021. The Te Deum was recorded at Hereford Cathedral by the St. John’s Adult Choir and the Professional Choristers of The Choir School of Newport County during their tour of England in summer of 2018, directed by Dr. Barry Rose. The Vidi Aquam and Te Deum are as included on the recording Strength, Joy, and Peace – A Choral Year at St. John’s. All music graphics reproduced from The Hymnal 1982 are copyright The Church Pension Fund, reproduced by permission of the Rite Song License of the Episcopal Diocese of Rhode Island. All other graphics are proprietary to St. John’s or in the public domain. All rights reserved. Reproduced under One License, License #734228-A. Permission to podcast/stream the music in this service obtained: One License, #734228-A.

Intentions of the Mass The Celebrant summarizes the Intentions of the Mass, saying,

The Holy Sacrifice of this Mass is offered to the greater glory of God and in thanksgiving for the glorious resurrection of our Savior Jesus Christ, in thanksgiving for all the blessings of this life, especially for the birthdays this week of Graves Fairman (4/18), Tess Abney and Ronald Beerkircher (4/19), Chris Schillaci (4/21), Margaret Corcoran (4/22), and Abigail Ellen Winsor and Alicia Shoemaker (4/24); for the wedding anniversary of Tom and Patty Burdick (4/23); and for all those for whom we offer our thanksgivings now, silently or aloud.

We remember those for whom our prayers have been asked, among them, the Mulhollen family, Anthony, Arlene, Elizabeth, Frank, Kelly, Laurie, Michael, Stephanie, Douglas Alley, Paul and Elizabeth Amado, William Bachus, Joanne Barczynski, Karl Berroth, Bruno Bich, Warren Boyer, Daniel Brenton, Ne’anci Brewer, John Brooks, Kathleen Sullivan Buck, Hilda Camacho, Elliot Carter, Anne Close, Jeff Coulter, Wendy Cressotti, Roseanne Curry, Liz Davis, Caroline Davis, Clint Dempsey, Pamela Dolan, Patrick Feighan, Richard Funk, Joan Garrison, Cherie Good, Charles Gumkowski, David Humphrey, Marilyn Hyder, Ruth Kiker, Doris Little, Christine Luciano, Rosaleen Mazur, Trish Miller, Sherry Moe, Mary Naylor, Heather O’Connor, Maria Octaviano, Gertrude Patenaude, Kim Potter, Joseph Regalbuto, Rita Rogers, Raymond Roy, Beatriz Diego Sanz and her husband, Fran Vela, and John Sawicki, Rita Scott, John Silvia, Emmett Shaw, Donald Smith, Daniel Valle, Gloria Valle, and Irene Weston; for Lily Jazmine Dresser, granddaughter of David and Trish Dresser, and her parents, Robert and Brooke, and sisters, brother, and caregivers; for the Sisters of the Holy Nativity: Abigail, Claris, and Ellie; for those wounded in the FedEx warehouse shooting in Indianapolis; for all those affected by the coronavirus pandemic; and for all those for whom we pray now, silently or aloud.

The Paschal Candle has been given to the Glory of God and in loving memory of Alma Mae Dempsey and Theodora Ann Shaw, by Clinton R. Dempsey. May light perpetual shine upon them.

The Sanctuary Lamp Candle above the High Altar has been given to the greater Glory of God and in prayer for Kate Doughterty.

And we pray for the repose of the souls of the recently departed, especially Bruce G. McInnes, and Mary Patricia Tuck, wife of the late Michael Tuck, priest and interim rector of St. John’s, Lindley Dodson, Daunte Wright, and those who died in the FedEx shooting; and for those whose year’s mind falls this week, especially Helen Speedwell (4/24); for the departed members of the Guild of All Souls; for the departed Sisters & Associates of the Holy Nativity; for all those who have died in the coronavirus pandemic; and for all those we remember now, silently or aloud. May their souls, and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercies of God, rest in peace. Amen.

Virtual Zoom Coffee Hour

We hope to see you after this service at 11:30 a.m. for a Virtual Coffee Hour via Zoom. To join, click here. Meeting ID: 896 2338 8521; Passcode: Quire.

On the Cover: The Resurrection of Jesus Christ (Kinnaird Resurrection), oil on panel by Raphael, 1499-1502. Page 2: The Road to Emmaus, oil on panel by Altobello Melone, circa 1516-1517. Page 6: The Incredulity of Saint Thomas, oil on canvas by Caravaggio, circa 1601-1602.

Until further notice, everyone sitting in the nave is required to wear a face covering at all times when in the church building, especially during the sermon and any music, which must be sung softly while the face covering is in place.

The Third Sunday of Easter

The Mass setting today is Missa Zabriskie by Peter Stoltzfus Berton (born 1968). Voluntary Prelude on Rhosymedre Ralph Vaughan Williams (1872-1958) Opening Hymn Jesus lives! thy terrors now

1 The Easter Acclamation

Vidi Aquam Mode VIII, arr. Peter Stoltzfus Berton I saw water flowing from the right side of the temple, Alleluia. It brought God’s life, and his salvation, and the people sang in joyful praise: Alleluia, alleluia.

2 The Gloria in excelsis

3 Collect of the Day

Celebrant People Celebrant

The Lord be with you. And with thy spirit. Let us pray.

O God, whose blessed Son did manifest himself to his disciples in the breaking of bread: Open, we pray thee, the eyes of our faith, that we may behold him in all his redeeming work; through the same thy Son Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with thee, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.

First Lesson (sitting) Acts 3:12-19a

And when Peter saw it, he answered unto the people, Ye men of Israel, why marvel ye at this? or why look ye so earnestly on us, as though by our own power or holiness we had made this man to walk? The God of Abraham, and of Isaac, and of Jacob, the God of our fathers, hath glorified his Son Jesus; whom ye delivered up, and denied him in the presence of Pilate, when he was determined to let him go. But ye denied the Holy One and the Just, and desired a murderer to be granted unto you; And killed the Prince of life, whom God hath raised from the dead; whereof we are witnesses. And his name through faith in his name hath made this man strong, whom ye see and know: yea, the faith which is by him hath given him this perfect soundness in the presence of you all. And now, brethren, I wot that through ignorance ye did it, as did also your rulers. But those things, which God before had shewed by the mouth of all his prophets, that Christ should suffer, he hath so fulfilled. Repent ye therefore, and be converted, that your sins may be blotted out.

Reader The Word of the Lord. People Thanks be to God.

Epistle (sitting) 1 John 3:1-7

Behold, what manner of love the Father hath bestowed upon us, that we should be called the sons of God: therefore the world knoweth us not, because it knew him not. Beloved, now are we the sons of God, and it doth not yet appear what we shall be: but we know that, when he shall appear, we shall be like him; for we shall see him as he is. And every man that hath this hope in him purifieth himself, even as he is pure. Whosoever committeth sin transgresseth also the law: for sin is the transgression of the law. And ye know that he was manifested to take away our sins; and in him is no sin. Whosoever abideth in him sinneth not: whosoever sinneth hath not seen him, neither known him. Little children, let no man deceive you: he that doeth righteousness is righteous, even as he is righteous.

4 Gospel Hymn (standing) O love, how deep, how broad, how high

Stanzas 1-4 are sung before the Gospel; Stanzas 5 and 6 are sung after.

Holy Gospel Luke 24:36b-48

Celebrant People

Celebrant The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Luke.

People

Jesus himself stood in the midst of them, and saith unto them, Peace be unto you. But they were terrified and affrighted, and supposed that they had seen a spirit. And he said unto them, Why are ye troubled? and why do thoughts arise in your hearts? Behold my hands and my feet, that it is I myself: handle me, and see; for a spirit hath not flesh and bones, as ye see me have. And when he 5 had thus spoken, he shewed them his hands and his feet. And while they yet believed not for joy, and wondered, he said unto them, Have ye here any meat? And they gave him a piece of a broiled fish, and of an honeycomb. And he took it, and did eat before them. And he said unto them, These are the words which I spake unto you, while I was yet with you, that all things must be fulfilled, which were written in the law of Moses, and in the prophets, and in the psalms, concerning me. Then opened he their understanding, that they might understand the scriptures, And said unto them, Thus it is written, and thus it behoved Christ to suffer, and to rise from the dead the third day: And that repentance and remission of sins should be preached in his name among all nations, beginning at Jerusalem. And ye are witnesses of these things.

Celebrant

The Gospel of the Lord.

People

Gospel Hymn (Stanzas 5 and 6, Previous Page)

Sermon Father N.J.A. Humphrey

6 The Nicene Creed

All breathe at the asterisks. Where indicated, it is customary to kneel (or bow) at the phrase “And was incarnate by the Holy Ghost of the Virgin Mary, and was made man.”

7 The Peace

As a sign of our reconciliation in Christ, the People may greet each other saying, “Alleluia! Christ is risen!”

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Offertory Anthem Te Deum, laudamus in B-flat by Charles Villiers Stanford (1852-1924) We praise thee, O God; we acknowledge thee to be the Lord. All the earth doth worship thee, the Father everlasting. To thee all Angels cry aloud, the Heavens and all the Powers therein. To thee Cherubin and Seraphin continually do cry: Holy, holy, holy, Lord God of Sabaoth; Heaven and earth are full of the majesty of thy glory. The glorious company of the apostles praise thee. The goodly fellowship of the prophets praise thee. The noble army of martyrs praise thee. The holy Church throughout all the world doth acknowledge thee, the Father, of an infinite majesty, thine honorable, true, and only Son, also the Holy Ghost the Comforter. Thou art the King of glory, O Christ. Thou art the everlasting Son of the Father. When thou tookest upon thee to deliver man, thou didst not abhor the Virgin’s womb. When thou hadst overcome the sharpness of death, thou didst open the kingdom of heaven to all believers. Thou sittest at the right hand of God, in the glory of the Father. We believe that thou shalt come to be our judge. We therefore pray thee, help thy servants, whom thou hast redeemed with thy precious blood. Make them to be numbered with thy saints, in glory everlasting. O Lord, save thy people, and bless thine heritage; Govern them and lift them up for ever. Day by day we magnify thee; And we worship thy Name ever, world without end. Vouchsafe, O Lord, to keep us this day without sin; O Lord, have mercy upon us, have mercy upon us. O Lord, let thy mercy be upon us, as our trust is in thee. O Lord, in thee have I trusted; let me never be confounded.

8 Intentions of the Mass

The Celebrant states the Intentions of the Mass, on the second page of this booklet, at the end of which he says,

Celebrant Pray, my brothers and sisters, that this, my sacrifice and yours, may be acceptable to God the Father Almighty.

People May the Lord receive this sacrifice at thy hands, to the praise and glory of his Name, both for our benefit and that of all his holy Church.

Celebrant Amen.

Sursum Corda

The Celebrant continues,

It is very meet, right, and our bounden duty, to glorify thee, O Father, and to give thanks unto thee, for thou alone art God, living and true, dwelling in light inaccessible from before all time and for ever. Fountain of life and Source of all goodness, thou hast made all things and didst fill them with thy blessing, creating them to rejoice in the splendor of thy radiance. Countless throngs of angels stand before thee to serve thee night and day; and, beholding the glory of thy presence, they offer thee unceasing praise. Joining with them, and giving voice to every creature under heaven, we praise thee, and glorify thy Name, saying,

9 Sanctus and Benedictus

The People may remain standing or kneel. The Celebrant continues,

We acclaim thee, holy Lord, glorious in power, whose mighty works reveal thy wisdom and love. Thou hast formed us in thine own image, giving the whole world into our care, that, in obedience to thee, our Maker, we might rule and serve all thy creatures.

When our disobedience took us far from thee, thou didst not abandon us to the power of death, but in thy mercy thou didst come to our help, that in seeking thee we might find thee. Again and again thou didst call us into covenant with thee, and through the prophets thou didst teach us to hope for salvation.

Thou didst so love the world, O Father, that in the fullness of time thou didst send thine only-begotten Son to be our Savior. Incarnate by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, he lived as one of us, yet without sin. To the poor he proclaimed the good news of salvation; to prisoners, freedom; to the sorrowful, joy. That thy purpose might be fulfilled, he gave himself up unto death; and, rising from the grave, he destroyed death, and made the whole creation new.

And, that we might live no longer unto ourselves, but unto him who died for us, and rose again, he sent the Holy Spirit, his own first gift for those who believe, to complete his work in the world, bringing to fulfillment the sanctification of all.

When the hour had come for him to be glorified by thee, his heavenly Father, having loved his own who were in the world, he loved them to the end.

At supper with them he took bread, and when he had given thanks to thee, 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.”

Likewise, after supper he took the cup, and when he had given thanks, he gave it to them, and said,

10 “Drink ye all, of this; for this is my blood of the new Covenant, which is shed for you and for many for the forgiveness of sins. Do this, as oft as ye shall drink it, for the remembrance of me.”

And now, O Father, we celebrate this memorial of our redemption. Recalling Christ’s death and his descent among the dead, proclaiming his resurrection and ascension to thy right hand, awaiting his coming in glory; and offering unto thee, from the gifts which thou hast given us, this bread and this cup, we praise thee and we bless thee.

Celebrant and People together

We praise thee, we bless thee, we give thanks to thee, and we pray to thee, O Lord our God.

The Celebrant continues

We beseech thee, O Lord, that in thy goodness and mercy thy Holy Spirit may  descend upon us, and upon these gifts, sanctifying them and revealing them as  holy gifts for thy holy people; the bread of life and the cup of salvation; the Body and Blood of thy Son Jesus Christ our Lord.

Grant that all who share this bread and this cup may become one body and one spirit, a living sacrifice in Christ, to the praise of thy Name. Remember, Lord, thy one holy catholic and apostolic Church, redeemed by the blood of thy Christ. Reveal her unity, guard her faith, and preserve her in peace.

And grant that we may find our inheritance with the ever-blessed and glorious Virgin Mary; with Saint John the Evangelist, our patron; with patriarchs, prophets, apostles, and martyrs, and with all the saints who have found favor with thee in ages past. We praise thee in union with them and give thee glory through thy Son Jesus Christ our Lord.

Through Christ and with Christ and in Christ, all honor and glory be unto thee, Almighty God and Father, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, world without end.

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

11 The Lord’s Prayer

Cantors People

The Breaking of the Bread

The Celebrant breaks the consecrated Bread.

The Fraction Music: Jeffrey H. Rickard, 1986

12 Presentation & Invitation to Communion

Celebrant The Gifts of God for the People of God. People Happy are we who are called to the Supper of the Lamb.

Spiritual Communion

For those who cannot receive Holy Communion, the Celebrant will present the Body and the Blood in blessing, similar in devotional intent and meaning to Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament, since it is the Body and Blood of Christ that blesses you in the Sacrament, not the Celebrant. Non-communicants may wish to add the following prayer.

In union, O Lord with the faithful at every altar of thy Church where the Holy Eucharist is now being celebrated, and in particular the altar of St. John’s, I offer thee praise and thanksgiving. I present to thee my soul and body, with the earnest wish that I may always be united to thee. And since I cannot now receive thee sacramentally, I beseech thee to come spiritually into my heart. I unite myself to thee, and embrace thee with all the affections of my soul. Let nothing ever separate thee from me. May I live and die in thy love. Amen. Adapted from the Armed Forces Prayer Book, 1951

Communion Anthem

Be known to us, Lord Jesus Peter Stoltzfus Berton

The choir introduces the Antiphon, which is then repeated by all, and again following each verse.

13 Communion Hymn Let thy blood in mercy poured

14 Post Communion Prayer

After communion, the People kneeling, the Celebrant says

Let us pray. Almighty and everliving God,

The People continue we most heartily thank thee, for that thou dost vouchsafe to feed us who have duly received these holy mysteries, with the spiritual food of the most precious Body and Blood of thy Son our Saviour Jesus Christ; and dost assure us thereby of thy favour and goodness towards us; and that we are very members incorporate in the mystical body of thy Son, which is the blessed company of all faithful people; and are also heirs, through hope, of thy everlasting kingdom, by the merits of his most precious death and passion. And we humbly beseech thee, O heavenly Father, so to assist us with thy grace, that we may continue in that holy fellowship, and do all such good works as thou hast prepared for us to walk in; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with thee and the Holy Ghost, be all honour and glory, world without end. Amen.

Easter Blessing

Celebrant The God of Peace, who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus Christ, the great Shepherd of the sheep; through the blood of the everlasting covenant, make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is well pleasing in his sight; and the blessing of God Almighty,  the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always.

People

The People stand.

Easter Dismissal

The Celebrant dismisses the People, to which the People respond,

15 Closing Hymn That Easter Day with joy was bright

Voluntary Final from Organ Symphony No. 1 Louis Vierne (1870-1937)

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Clergy & Staff Father Nathan J.A. Humphrey, Rector The Reverend Buck Close, Deacon Mr. Peter Stoltzfus Berton, Director of Music Ms. Melanie Ventura, Director of Administration Mrs. Beverly Brownell, Director of Finance Ms. Kristin MacMannis, Director of Sustainability & Engagement Dr. Jenn Berton, Director of Children’s Christian Formation Mr. John Garnet Lord, Director of Adult Christian Formation

Vestry Mrs. Cheryl Abney, Senior Warden Mr. Christopher Schillaci, Junior Warden Mrs. Ann Boyer, Clerk Mr. Christopher Moe, Treasurer Mr. Terry Chase Mr. John Lord

Regular Services & Office Hours Sunday: High Mass at 10 a.m. Monday through Friday: Morning Prayer at 8:30 a.m. & Evening Prayer at 5:30 p.m. Feast Days & Special Services as announced. Confessions by appointment. Parish Office: Monday-Wednesday & Friday: 8 a.m.-4 p.m.; Thursday: 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Business Office: Monday & Tuesday: 8 a.m.-4 p.m.; Thursday: 1-4 p.m.

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