11 AM HOLY EUCHARIST, RITE II

Sunday, October 17Twenty-first Sunday after Pentecost

TRINITY CHURCH

IN THE CITY OF BOSTON

RSVP Now for an Outdoor Neighborhood Gathering

Sat., 10/30, 10 am, Drumlin Farm, LincolnSat., 10/30, 2 pm, Hale Reservation, Westwood

“… We thought it would be wonderful to share in [the Life of the World to Come] together through some outdoor Trinity gatherings that are closer to your neighborhood. While our ambition is not as f ine-grained as the pony express, we have organized four events in October that offer an opportunity to gather as a church community a little bit closer to home than on Copley Square. If your home is close to Copley Square, don’t worry - in November, we’ll be hosting a f inal gathering at church as well.”

Read the complete letter from the Stewardship Co-chairs and RSVP by scanning the QR code, or visit trinitychurchboston.org/news

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Trinity Church in the City of Boston

206 Clarendon Street, Boston, MA 02116617-536-0944 + trinitychurchboston.org

FORMATION MUSIC

STEWARDSHIP

What do you hope for the Life of the World to come? Add your

prayer to the Prayer Wall just outside the West Porch near the

Phillips Brooks Statue.

Free Concert Celebrates African-American Sacred Choral Music This Afternoon on Copley Square

Sun., 10/17, 2 pm, Copley Square

“Every Time I Feel the Spirit,” led by Dr. Brandon Boyd of the University of Missouri, and featuring baritone Jermaine Manor, and the Trinity Choir, includes a variety of works celebrating African-American sacred choral music. Dr. Boyd is our guest conductor at this morning’s services and the 2 pm concert.

The music we make will include congregational/audience participation, so come join the celebration!

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Come and See: Trinity Inside and OutSundays, 10/17 and 10/24, 10 am

During our morning formation hour for these two October Sundays we invite you to take a closer look — inside or out! Programming will repeat on these two Sundays to offer as many as possible a chance to participate in both.

Inside: Located in the lower level of the Parish House, the “Come and See” exhibit uses words, images, and numbers to narrate the history of slavery and the slave economy in

New England, highlighting connections to Trinity Church. The exhibit also includes a wall of inspiring icons and artwork depicting the Black, Indigenous, and People of Color who are martyrs and heroes of our faith, from Hebrew

Testament times into our own day. We can admit groups of seven for 15 minutes each, and masks are required. Enter the church from the Clarendon Street Vestibule for these Sunday morning visits.

The “Come and See” exhibit is also open 11 am-3 pm on Thursdays and Fridays, and 12-2 pm on Sundays, with no pre-registration required.

Outside: During our months of worship on Copley Square, many of us have developed a deeper appreciation for the beauty of the west front, including the complex carvings and iconography of the porch itself. End our season of outdoor worship by taking a guided tour of our exterior, and perhaps notice a few things you may never have seen before. Gather right on the Square in front of the porch at the conclusion of the 9 am Holy Eucharist.

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NurseryClassroomsSt. Andrew’s Hall [Choirs]

Whether you’re new among us or you’ve been worshiping here for years, we look forward to helping you make a home for faith here at Trinity.

Fill out the form at trinitychurchboston.org/welcome so we can get to know you better. You can also scan the QR code to get to the form.

HOURS & INFORMATION Sunday Worship

9 am Worship from the West Porch outdoor, open to all, livestreamed to trinitychurchboston.org/live-worship and facebook.com/trinitychurchboston

11 am Holy Eucharist, Rite II indoor, masked*, socially-distanced, pre-registration required

5 pm Holy Eucharist, Rite II indoor, masked*, socially-distanced, pre-registration required

Weekday Worship at TrinityTuesday/Thursday8:30 pm Online Compline join us on Zoom at bit.ly/tcbTTcompline or dial in with1-646-558-8656 and enter Meeting ID 206 654 379

VestryMark Morrow (‘23), Senior Warden • Barbara Dortch-Okara (‘25), Junior Warden • Olaf J. Thorp (‘24), Treasurer • Katharine E. Bachman (‘22), Clerk • Chris Allen (‘23) • Christopher Atwood (‘25) • P. MacKenzie Bok (‘22) •Betsy R. Hart (‘24) • Katherine D. Hein (‘22) • Nien-hê Hsieh (‘22) • Vincent W. James (‘24) • Sarah E. McGinty (‘24)• Christopher Parris (‘23) • Peter Renner (‘25) • Pam Waterman (‘25) • Ania Wieckowski (‘23)

Each can be reached at bit.ly/TrinityVestry

Staff can be reached at bit.ly/TrinityStaff

*Masks can be cloth with filter, surgical, or N95, and must cover the entire nose and mouth. Bandanas, scarves, and gaiters do not meet the CDC-recommended standard and will not be allowed.

Trinity Church in the City of Boston is a congregation of the Episcopal Diocese of Massachusetts and welcomes and honors everyone. In accordance with our baptismal covenant, we affirm the inherent worth and dignity of every person. We strive to include all persons without regard to sexual orientation, race, nationality, gender, family configuration, ethnic background, economic circumstances, difference in ability, culture, or age. Our love and acceptance of each other embody our commitment to unity with God and each other in Christ.

WELCOME

STATEMENT OF AFFIRMATION

FINDING YOUR WAY

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Parish HouseClassroomsRestrooms

UndercroftForum Commons Restrooms

Chapel

LOWER LEVEL

Parish HouseFront DeskFerris LibraryAngel Room

Church

Narthex

Accessibility Ramp

Accessibility Ramp

Copley EntranceGROUND LEVEL

St. James A

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Clarendon Street

Legend

Stairs

Restroom

Elevator

Entrance/Exit

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word of godPrelude ‘Improvisation on a Spiritual’

Hymn 599 ‘Lift every voice and sing’

Worship at Trinity

When the text of this worship booklet is in bold, it is spoken or sung by all.

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Opening Acclamation & Collect for PurityBlessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.And blessed be God’s kingdom, now and for ever. Amen.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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Song of Praise

Gloria S-278

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Collect of the DayThe Lord be with you. And also with you. Let us pray.Almighty and everlasting God, in Christ you have revealed your glory among the nations: Preserve the works of your mercy, that your Church throughout the world may persevere with steadfast faith in the confession of your Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.Amen.

Reading Hebrews 5:1-10

Every high priest chosen from among mortals is put in charge of things pertaining to God on their behalf, to offer gifts and sacrifices for sins. He is able to deal gently with the ignorant and wayward, since he himself is subject to weakness; and because of this he must offer sacrifice for his own sins as well as for those of the people. And one does not presume to take this honor, but takes it only when called by God, just as Aaron was.

So also Christ did not glorify himself in becoming a high priest, but was appointed by the one who said to him,

“You are my Son,today I have begotten you”; as he says also in another place, “You are a priest forever, according to the order of Melchizedek.”

In the days of his flesh, Jesus offered up prayers and supplications, with loud cries and tears, to the one who was able to save him from death, and he was heard because of his reverent submission. Although he was a Son, he learned obedience through what he suffered; and having been made perfect, he became the source of eternal salvation for all who obey him, having been designated by God a high priest according to the order of Melchizedek

The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.

Psalm 91: 9-16Because you have made the Lord your refuge, *and the Most High your habitation,There shall no evil happen to you, *neither shall any plague come near your dwelling.For he shall give his angels charge over you, *to keep you in all your ways.They shall bear you in their hands, *lest you dash your foot against a stone.You shall tread upon the lion and adder; *you shall trample the young lion and the serpent under your feet.Because he is bound to me in love, therefore will I deliver him; *I will protect him, because he knows my Name.He shall call upon me, and I will answer him; *I am with him in trouble; I will rescue him and bring him to honor.With long life will I satisfy him, *and show him my salvation.

We will pray the psalm in unison.

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Hymn ‘Tshotsholoza (Go Forward)’

Tshotsholoza! Kulezo ntaba, Stimela siphum’e South Afrika.Wen ‘uyabaleka Kulezo ntaba, Stimela siphum’e South Afrika.

Go forward, go forward on those mountains; the train is coming from South Africa.You are running away on those mountains; the train is coming from South Africa.

Music: Jeffrey Ames (b. 1969)

Text: Traditional South African

Gospel Mark 10:35-45The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Mark. Glory to you, Lord Christ.

James and John, the sons of Zebedee, came forward to Jesus and said to him, “Teacher, we want you to do for us whatever we ask of you.” And he said to them, “What is it you want me to do for you?” And they said to him, “Grant us to sit, one at your right hand and one at your left, in your glory.” But Jesus said to them, “You do not know what you are asking. Are you able to drink the cup that I drink, or be baptized with the baptism that I am baptized with?” They replied, “We are able.” Then Jesus said to them, “The cup that I drink you will drink; and with the baptism with which I am baptized, you will be baptized; but to sit at my right hand or at my left is not mine to grant, but it is for those for whom it has been prepared.”

When the ten heard this, they began to be angry with James and John. So Jesus called them and said to them, “You know that among the Gentiles those whom they recognize as their rulers lord it over them, and their great ones are tyrants over them. But it is not so among you; but whoever wishes to become great among you must be your servant, and whoever wishes to be first among you must be slave of all. For the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life a ransom for many.”

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

Sermon The Rev. Dr. William W. Rich, Vicar

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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 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.

Prayers of the PeopleIn peace, we pray to you, Lord God.

For all people in their daily life and work;For our families, friends, and neighbors, and for those who are alone.For this community, the nation, and the world;For all who work for justice, freedom, and peace.For the just and proper use of your creation;For the victims of hunger, fear, injustice, and oppression.For all who are in danger, sorrow, or any kind of trouble;For those who minister to the sick, the friendless, and the needy.For the peace and unity of the Church of God;For all who proclaim the Gospel, and all who seek the Truth.For Michael, our Presiding Bishop, Alan and Gayle, our Bishops; andfor all bishops and other ministers;For all who serve God in God’s Church.For the special needs and concerns of this congregation.

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SilenceHear us, Lord;For your mercy is great.We thank you, Lord, for all the blessings of this life.

Silence

We will exalt you, O God our King;And praise your Name for ever and ever.We pray for all who have died, that they may have a place inyour eternal kingdom.

Silence

Lord, let your loving-kindness be upon them;Who put their trust in you.

Confession & Absolution

We pray to you also for the forgiveness of our sins.Have mercy upon us, most merciful Father;in your compassion forgive us our sins,known and unknown,things done and left undone;and so uphold us by your Spiritthat we may live and serve you in newness of life,to the honor and glory of your Name;through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on you, forgive you all your sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen you in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep you in eternal life. Amen.

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

Announcements

A slight bow, with hands crossed over the chest, or joined in a prayerful “namaste-style,” are healthy, loving ways for one to pass the Peace in these times.

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holy communionThe Offertory ‘Thank you for hearing our prayer’

Stephen F. KeyThank you for hearing our prayer;listening to burdens and cares.Lord, you know just how much we can bear.Thank you. Oh, thank you for hearing our prayer.

Text: Stephen F Key

PresentationAll things come of Thee, O Lord. And of Thine own have we given Thee.

The Great Thanksgiving 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.

All we have and all we are is of God, and everyone has a faithful offering to make. All gifts received today will support Trinity’s ministry, empower our service to the community, and sustain our historic buildings.

To make a gift online, please click here or use the QR code below to be taken to the secure form on our website.

Alternatively, you may also give in-person via the basket passed during the Offertory.

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Sanctus S-130

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We give thanks to you, O God, for the goodness and love which you have made known to us in creation; in the calling of Israel to be your people; in your Word spoken through the prophets; and above all in the Word made f lesh, Jesus, your Son. For in these last days you sent him to be incarnate from the Virgin Mary, to be the Savior and Redeemer of the world.In him, you have delivered us from evil, and made us worthy to stand before you. In him, you have brought us out of error into truth, out of sin into righteousness, out of death into life.

On the night before he died for us, 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, according to his command, O Father,

We remember his death,We proclaim his resurrection,We await his coming in glory;

And we offer our sacrif ice of praise and thanksgiving to you, O Lord of all; presenting to you, from your creation, this bread and this wine.

The music for this service is reprinted under OneLicense.net # A-711378. All Rights Reserved. Used by permission.

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We pray you, gracious God, to send your Holy Spirit upon these gifts that they may be the Sacrament of the Body of Christ and his Blood of the new Covenant. Unite us to your Son in his sacrif ice, that we may be acceptable through him, being sanctif ied by the Holy Spirit. In the fullness of time, put all things in subjection under your Christ, and bring us to that heavenly country where, with [ and] all your saints, we may enter the everlasting heritage of your sons and daughters; through Jesus Christ our Lord, the f irstborn of all creation, the head of the Church, and the author of our salvation.

By him, and with him, and in him, in the unity of the HolySpirit all honor and glory is yours, Almighty Father, now andfor ever.AMEN.And now, as our SaviorChrist has taught us,we are bold to say,

The Lord’s Prayer

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.

Breaking of the BreadAlleluia. Christ our Passover is sacrif iced for us;Therefore let us keep the feast. Alleluia.

InvitationThe Gifts of God for the People of God.

Anthem at Communion ‘Amazing Grace’arr. Evelyn Simpson-Curenton (b. 1953)

Amazing grace, how sweet the sound,that saved a wretch like me!I once was lost, but now am found,was blind, but now I see.‘Twas grace that taught my heart to fear,and grace my fears relieved;how precious did that grace appearthe hour I f irst believed!Through many dangers, toils and snaresI have already come:‘tis grace has brought me safe thus far,and grace will lead me home.When we’ve been there ten thousand yearsBright shining as the sun,We’ve no less days to sing God’s praiseThan when we’d f irst begun.

Text: John Newton (1725-1807); st. 4 A Collection of Sacred Ballads, 1790

The Bread will be distributed at the doors into the narthex, beginning from the rear of the nave. After receiving, please proceed to Copley Square where you may remove your mask to make your Communion. Please take all your belongings with you, including your worship leaflet, so you can join in the closing prayers and hymn.

Postcommunion Prayer

Let us pray. Almighty and everliving God,we thank you for feeding us with the spiritual foodof the most precious Body and Bloodof your Son our Savior Jesus Christ;and for assuring us in these holy mysteriesthat we are living members of the Body of your Son,and heirs of your eternal kingdom.And now, Father, send us outto do the work you have given us to do,to love and serve youas faithful witnesses of Christ our Lord.To him, to you, and to the Holy Spirit,be honor and glory, now and for ever. Amen.

Blessing

Hymn ‘Till we gather again’ Till we gather again, God be with you.May he give you his love, give you his kindness, keep you in perfect peace.God be with you till we meet again.

Text & Music: Stephen F. Key

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

Trinity Church in the City of Boston

206 Clarendon Street, Boston, MA 02116617-536-0944 + trinitychurchboston.org