Holy Eucharist Rite 2

An asterisk (*) indicates standing; a cross (+) indicates kneeling or standing, as able. The hymns are found in The Hymnal 1982, located in the pew racks. The

liturgy may be found in the Book of Common Prayer (BCP).

Prelude

*Processional Hymn 719 O Beautiful for Spacious Skies

The Word of God

*Presider Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. BCP p 355

People And blessed be his kingdom, now and forever. Amen.

Presider 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.

*Gloria (Found inside back cover of Hymnal) BCP p 356

*The Collect of the Day See Scripture Insert Presider The Lord be with you.

People And also with you.

Presider Let us pray. Almighty God. . .

People Amen.

The First Lesson Genesis 22:1-14 See Scripture Insert

(The response at the end of each lesson is “Thanks be to God.”)

Psalm 13 See BCP p 597 or Scripture Insert

Refrain: Give light to my eyes, O Lord.

The Second Lesson Romans 6:12-23 See Scripture Insert

*Presider The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ, according to …

People Glory to you, Lord Christ. (Tune in back of hymnal cover.)

The Gospel Reading Matthew 10:40-42 See Scripture Insert

Presider The Gospel of the Lord.

People Praise to you, Lord Christ. (Tune in back of hymnal cover.)

Sermon The Rev Boyd Evans

(A period of silent reflection follows the sermon.)

*Hymn Oh, Praise the Gracious Power

*Nicene Creed BCP p 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.

*Prayers of the People

Called together in the Spirit’s embrace, let us pray for the mending of God’s

world. (Brief silence)

O God, we pray for the church. Set its people free from the bondage of slavery to sin. Deliver us into the freedom and courage of service in your kingdom. Hear

us, O God. Your mercy is great.

We pray for the earth and its creatures. We pray for endangered species and all

wildlife. We pray for human life and the earth we depend upon. Sustain life, and

guide our stewardship of all that you have made. Hear us, O God. Your mercy

is great.

We pray for these United States as we celebrate the founding of our nation. We

pray for the president, the Congress, and all local elected officials and staffs.

Grant wisdom and hearts for justice, that all our people flourish in harmony with all nations. Hear us, O God. Your mercy is great.

We pray for those in need. For those who seek meaningful work, shelter, food,

healthcare, and love. We pray for those known to us in need of care, especially

those we name aloud or in our hearts… (pause). Meet their needs through your

bountiful compassion and our community’s action. Hear us, O God. Your

mercy is great.

We pray for all who worship you today. For wise elders and curious seekers,

joyful spirits and burdened souls. Give holy welcome and inspire holy

conversation. Deepen trust in your goodness. Hear us, O God. Your mercy is

great.

We give thanks for those who have died in the faith and received the reward of

the righteous, remembering especially Aquila and Priscilla, martyrs, and Jan

Hus, martyr. Bless their memory among us, and their life with you. Hear us, O

God. Your mercy is great.

Presider adds Collect

*The Confession and Absolution BCP p 360

Presider Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

People Most merciful God, we confess that we have sinned

against you in thought, word, and deed, by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone. We have not loved you with our

whole heart; we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves. We

are truly sorry and we humbly repent. For the sake of your Son

Jesus Christ, have mercy on us and forgive us; that we may delight

in your will, and walk in your ways, to the glory of your Name.

Amen.

*The Peace

Presider The peace of the Lord be always with you.

People And also with you.

The Announcements

The Holy Communion The Offertory

Offertory Hymn 717 My Country, ‘Tis of Thee

*Eucharistic Prayer A BCP p 361

Presider It is right, and a good and joyful thing, always . . .

. . . to proclaim the glory of your Name:

*Sanctus (Found inside back cover of Hymnal) BCP p 362

+Presider Holy and gracious Father. . .

. . . Therefore we proclaim the mystery of faith:

People Christ has died.

Christ has risen.

Christ will come again.

Presider We celebrate the memorial of our redemption . . . . . . all honor and glory is yours, Almighty Father, now and

forever. Amen.

Presider And now, as our Savior Christ has taught us. . BCP p 364

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.

Communion Chant: Bless the Lord, my soul, and bless God’s holy name.

Bless the Lord, my soul, who leads me into life.

Presider Let us pray. BCP p 365

*All 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

*Recessional Hymn 569 God the Omnipotent!

The Dismissal

All are welcome to join in fellowship following worship in the Parish Hall.

Lay Worship Assistants Today Next Week Ushers Ken Parker, Ed Morgan Jack White, Mel S. First Lector Bill Gable Dick Austin Second Lector Sara Combs Ed Morgan Intercessor Ben Smith Margaret Gregg Chalice Bearer Jennifer K., Mary T. Buzz B., Kathy E. Acolytes TBD

Nursery Beth Smith Stella Gilmer Flower Guild Ann Smith Margaret Gregg

Weekly Financial Update

Week of 6/25/2017 Year-to-Date

Income Expense Income Expense

$4,222.50 $3,335.21 $91,228.50 $112,551.86

Living Local, Joining God—Please join Jenny Smith and the Living Local,

Joining God team for a special coffee hour this morning after worship.

We will have a community conversation for the end of Phase 2.

Living Local, Joining God—The Phase 2 to 3 transition dinner originally

scheduled for June 28th has been rescheduled for Wed, July 19,

6:00 pm. The dinner menu will be planned from the Keeping the

Feast cookbook. The guiding team hopes all will be able to

attend! If you have questions, see Karen Gilmer.

The funeral service for Margaret Hutson will be 1:00 pm July 8.

Wednesday Healing Service with Eucharist is at 9:30 am.

Second Wednesday Taizé service will be July 12, 6:45 pm.

Bible Study is every Wednesday from 10:30 to 11:30 am. We are just

beginning a study of the Gospel of John.

Staffing the Stone Soup Food Pantry is the responsibility of St Thomas

parish the week of July 10. Your volunteer help would be most

appreciated.

Updated Parish Directories are available in the parish hall.

St. Thomas Episcopal Church Founded in 1846

Fourth Sunday after Pentecost July 2, 2017

Welcome to all who worship here this morning, and a special welcome to our

guests. We invite you to fill out a visitor card (located in the pews) and

drop it in the offering plate. If you have any questions, do ask an usher.

Worship at St. Thomas is intergenerational, and families are welcomed to

worship together. Nursery care is available during Sunday morning

worship, if needed. Children are invited to help with the ringing of the

bells after worship.

Hearing assistance devices are available in the narthex from the ushers.

All are welcome to come forward at Communion. Holy Eucharist is for all

baptized people. Those who wish to receive a blessing alone should

cross their arms across their chest. The wine may be taken as a

“common cup” (sipping) or it may be taken by intinction (dipping the

wafer into the chalice). If you prefer grape juice or gluten-free wafer, please make your preference known at the railing.

The St Thomas “Life of Christ” icon collection is a unique feature of our

worship space. If you would like to learn more about these or schedule

a tour for your small group, please call the church office.

124 East Main Street Abingdon, Virginia 24210 276-628-3606

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