Trinity Episcopal Church...Ecce, quam bonum 1 Oh, how good and pleasant it is, * when brethren live...

The Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost,

August 16, 2020

Trinity Episcopal Church 234 Spring Garden Street

Easton, Pennsylvania 18042

“Discovering, Sharing, Living God’s Love”

The Rt. Rev. Kevin D. Nichols, Bishop

The Rev. Canon Andrew T. Gerns, Rector

610-252-7645 – cell: 610-392-4112 – [email protected]

The Rev. Raymond L. Harbort, Priest Associate

M. Chad Levitt, Director of Music

Richelle Hauanio, Administrator

610-253-0792 - [email protected] - www.trinityeaston.org

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August 16, 2020 – The Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost – Proper 15 – Year A – Page 1

Welcome to Trinity Church! The Grace of Our Lord Jesus Christ, the Love of God and the companionship of

the Holy Spirit be with you always! We are glad that you have come to share in the worship of God with us today!

We ask you to please Turn phone off or put on Airplane mode to reduce interference with Live feed.

About our Worship An outline for each service with lessons and prayers are in this bulletin as well as via You Tube at trinityeaston.org.

For the Children Children who are baptized are welcome to receive communion.

Virtual Coffee and Fellowship Join us at 11a.m. for the online Coffee Hour, provided through Zoom. On your favorite device:

computer, IPad, smartphone. Email [email protected] to sign up! Special Needs

We can provide rice-based wafers on request. We have versions of the bulletin in larger type. If walking is difficult, the Eucharistic ministers are glad to come to you. Simply inform an usher.

Parking In addition to the parking lot behind the church and (on Sundays) in the bank lot, there are two Sunday visitor spaces in Sitgreaves Alley near the Chapel. For on-street parking after 12 PM on Sunday, please see an usher for a dashboard placard for visitors that you can sign out.

For the Children Children who are baptized are welcome to receive communion.

Play-N-Pray Table – While we have put away the books and the toy bags because of COVID-19, we have left the play area carpet and table in place. Please bring your own activities and use the nearby pews both forward and rear-facing to sit with your kids in the back of the church.

Other Information

The Restroom is near the Chapel: Go through the door near the lectern. To return to the service you must go outside and walk around to the front entrance to re-enter. Changing table equipped.

See the trinirtyeaston.org, The Glad Tidings and our e-news weekly newsletter email for news, sign-ups and parish info!

Hand sanitizer dispensers are in the rear of the church, near the chapel and in the rest rooms. We’d love to get to know you better!

Please speak to the rector and a member of vestry after the service. You may complete a white guest card found in the pew and place it in the offering plate; and also sign the guest book in the back of Church before you leave. Again, thank you for worshipping with us!

Ministry Assistants 9:30 AM: MC / Videographer– Terry Gangaware Lector: Hank Baird Intercessor: Hank Baird Ushers: Altar Guild: Virtual Choir: Soprano: Melissa Bilza, Peg Gerns, Sally Morrison, Katie Skwirut, Lyla Vanhoven Alto: Nina Olieman, Lisa Wilson Tenor: M.Chad Levitt, Robert Olieman Bass: Andrew Gerns, Robert Olieman


9:30 AM – Holy Eucharist, Rite II “*” = As you are able, please stand.

Prelude: Adagio (Toccata, Adagio, & Fugue in C, BWV 564) Johann Sebastian Bach

*Opening Acclamation Celebrant: Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. People: And blessed be his 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.

*Song of Praise: Said in Unison Glory to God in the highest, and peace to his people on earth. Lord God, heavenly King, almighty God and Father, we worship you, we give you thanks, we praise you for your glory. Lord Jesus Christ, only Son of the Father, Lord God, Lamb of God, you take away the sin of the world: have mercy on us; you are seated at the right hand of the Father: receive our prayer. For you alone are the Holy One, you alone are the Lord, you alone are the Most High, Jesus Christ, with the Holy Spirit, in the glory of God the Father. Amen

*Collect of the Day Celebrant The Lord be with you. People And also with you. Celebrant Let us pray. Grant to us, Lord, we pray, the spirit to think and do always those things that are right, that we, who cannot exist without you, may by you be enabled to live according to your will; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.


THE WORD OF GOD (The congregation may be seated)

The Lessons

A Reading from Genesis. (45:1-15) Joseph could no longer control himself before all those who stood by him, and he cried out, “Send everyone away from me.” So no one stayed with him when Joseph made himself known to his brothers. And he wept so loudly that the Egyptians heard it, and the household of Pharaoh heard it. Joseph said to his brothers, “I am Joseph. Is my father still alive?” But his brothers could not answer him, so dismayed were they at his presence. Then Joseph said to his brothers, “Come closer to me.” And they came closer. He said, “I am your brother, Joseph, whom you sold into Egypt. And now do not be distressed, or angry with yourselves, because you sold me here; for God sent me before you to preserve life. For the famine has been in the land these two years; and there are five more years in which there will be neither plowing nor harvest. God sent me before you to preserve for you a remnant on earth, and to keep alive for you many survivors. So it was not you who sent me here, but God; he has made me a father to Pharaoh, and lord of all his house and ruler over all the land of Egypt. Hurry and go up to my father and say to him, ‘Thus says your son Joseph, God has made me lord of all Egypt; come down to me, do not delay. You shall settle in the land of Goshen, and you shall be near me, you and your children and your children’s children, as well as your flocks, your herds, and all that you have. I will provide for you there—since there are five more years of famine to come—so that you and your household, and all that you have, will not come to poverty.’ And now your eyes and the eyes of my brother Benjamin see that it is my own mouth that speaks to you. You must tell my father how greatly I am honored in Egypt, and all that you have seen. Hurry and bring my father down here.” Then he fell upon his brother Benjamin’s neck and wept, while Benjamin wept upon his neck. And he kissed all his brothers and wept upon them; and after that his brothers talked with him. Reader: The Word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God.

The Psalm: 133 (Said in unison) Ecce, quam bonum 1 Oh, how good and pleasant it is, * when brethren live together in unity! 2 It is like fine oil upon the head * that runs down upon the beard, 3 Upon the beard of Aaron, * and runs down upon the collar of his robe. 4 It is like the dew of Hermon *


that falls upon the hills of Zion. 5 For there the Lord has ordained the blessing: * life for evermore.

A Reading from Romans. (11:1-2a, 29-32) I ask, then, has God rejected his people? By no means! I myself am an Israelite, a descendant of Abraham, a member of the tribe of Benjamin. God has not rejected his people whom he foreknew. For the gifts and the calling of God are irrevocable. Just as you were once disobedient to God but have now received mercy because of their disobedience, so they have now been disobedient in order that, by the mercy shown to you, they too may now receive mercy. For God has imprisoned all in disobedience so that he may be merciful to all. Reader: The Word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God.

* The Holy Gospel: Matthew 15:10-20), 21-28 People: Glory to you, Lord Christ.

(Please face the reader for the reading of the Gospel)

[Jesus called the crowd to him and said to them, “Listen and understand: it is not what goes into the mouth that defiles a person, but it is what comes out of the mouth that defiles.” Then the disciples approached and said to him, “Do you know that the Pharisees took offense when they heard what you said?” He answered, “Every plant that my heavenly Father has not planted will be uprooted. Let them alone; they are blind guides of the blind. And if one blind person guides another, both will fall into a pit.” But Peter said to him, “Explain this parable to us.” Then he said, “Are you also still without understanding? Do you not see that whatever goes into the mouth enters the stomach, and goes out into the sewer? But what comes out of the mouth proceeds from the heart, and this is what defiles. For out of the heart come evil intentions, murder, adultery, fornication, theft, false witness, slander. These are what defile a person, but to eat with unwashed hands does not defile.”] Jesus left that place and went away to the district of Tyre and Sidon. Just then a Canaanite woman from that region came out and started shouting, “Have mercy on me, Lord, Son of David; my daughter is tormented by a demon.” But he did not answer her at all. And his disciples came and urged him, saying, “Send her away, for she keeps shouting after us.” He answered, “I was sent only to the lost sheep of the house of Israel.” But she came and knelt before him, saying, “Lord, help me.” He answered, “It is not fair to take the children’s food and throw it to the dogs.” She said, “Yes, Lord, yet even the dogs eat the crumbs that fall from their masters’ table.” Then Jesus answered her, “Woman, great is your faith! Let it be done for you as you wish.” And her daughter was healed instantly. The Gospel of the Lord. People: Praise to you, Lord Christ.

Sermon The Rev. Canon Andrew T. Gerns


* 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 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 The Deacon (when present) introduces the prayers, saying:

In the name of our compassionate God, who cares for all people, without difference or distinction, let us offer our prayers for the church, and for the world, saying: Hear us, O Holy One.

For the Church: _____, that we may be a sign of God's presence and a means for all people to come closer to God. Hear us, O Holy One.


For this parish family, especially: _____, that we who find welcome and healing at God’s table, may gladly draw others who come seeking Jesus, into this household, Hear us, O Holy One.

For our several ministries especially: _____, and our Mission of the Month: _____. Hear us, O Holy One.

For those who hold us in their prayers especially: _____. Hear us, O Holy One.

For all who are in positions of leadership, remembering: _____, that God will give them wisdom, and inspire them in developing new policies for healthcare, and assistance for those in need, Hear us, O Holy One.

In thanksgiving for the diverse gifts God gives to us all, and the grace to rejoice in the lives of those who are "different". Hear us, O Holy One.

For students and teachers, that God will help them learn, keep them safe, and find the resources they need to assist them in the coming months, Hear us, O Holy One.

For all who are recovering from storms, fires, floods, and from other disasters, that God will ease their suffering, give them strength, and renew their hope, Hear us, O Holy One.

For all who suffer from violence, injustice, and prejudice, and for those in need of our prayers, remembering especially; _____ and those known to us, that God will strengthen and sustain them each day, Hear us, O Holy One.

For all the departed, remembering especially: _____, and those known to us, that they may feast at God's abundant table, Hear us, O Holy One.

The people may add their own petitions and thanksgivings. Lifting our voices with all creation, with Mary, the God-bearer, and all the saints, let us offer ourselves and one another to the living God through Christ. To you, O Lord our God.

Celebrant: God of all nations, through faith in Jesus, the Canaanite woman found welcome at the table of your Son, hear our prayers and let our every word and deed show forth your love and mercy until all are gathered into your one family. We ask this through Jesus Christ our Savior. Amen.

* Confession of Sin Deacon: Let us confess our sins against God and our Neighbor:

Silence may be kept. Leader and 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 Celebrant gives the absolution.

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 (All greet one another from a distance with a bow) The peace of the Lord be always with you. People: And also with you.

THE HOLY COMMUNION * Offertory Hymn: 11 (Sung by Trinity Virtual Choir) Morning Hymn 1. Awake, my soul, and with the sun thy daily stage of duty run; shake off dull sloth, and joyful rise to pay thy morning sacrifice: 2. Lord, I my vows to thee renew; disperse my sins as morning dew; guard my first springs of thought and will, and with thyself my spirit fill. 3. Direct, control, suggest, this day, all I design, or do, or say; that all my powers, with all their might, in thy sole glory may unite. 4. 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.

* Eucharistic Prayer A: (Please remain standing throughout The Great Thanksgiving.)

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 our thanks and praise.

Then, facing the Holy Table, the Celebrant proceeds.

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

The Celebrant says the Proper Preface.


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 and People

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.

As our Savior Christ has taught us, we now pray: Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your Name, your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. Forgive us our sins as we forgive those who sin against us. Save us from the time of trial, and deliver us from evil. For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours, now and for ever. Amen.

* The Breaking of the Bread The Celebrant breaks the consecrated bread. A period of silence is kept.

[Alleluia.] Christ our Passover is sacrificed for us; Therefore let us keep the feast. [Alleluia.] The Celebrant says the following invitation:

The Gifts of God for the People of God.

The People will receive communion as they leave the sanctuary at the end of the service.

* Pre-Communion Prayer The Celebrant says: Let us pray.

People and Celebrant say:

Eternal God, heavenly Father, you have graciously accepted us as living members of your Son our Savior Jesus Christ, and you feed 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.


* Closing Hymn: 380 (Sung by the Trinity Virtual Choir) Old 100th 1. From all that dwell below the skies let the Creator’s praise arise! Let the Redeemer’s Name be sung through every land, by every tongue! 2. Eternal are thy mercies, Lord, and truth eternal is thy word: thy praise shall sound from shore to shore til suns shall rise and set no more. 3. Praise God, from whom all blessing flow; praise him, all creatures here below; praise him above, ye heavenly host: praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost.

* Blessing The blessing, peace and mercy of God Almighty, the Father, and the Son and the Holy Spirit, be upon you and remain with you always. Amen.

* Dismissal Let us go forth into the world, rejoicing in the power of the Spirit. Thanks be to God.

Receiving Communion

After the hymn, exit through the side entrance when the ushers dismiss you.

Please maintain a safe distance (6 feet apart) and cleanse your hands with the sanitizer provided.

Go to the table in the hallway and take one of the cups containing the Blessed Sacrament as one of the clergy says, “The Body of Christ, The Bread of Heaven.”

Carefully carry the Sacrament outdoors and reverently consume it at a safe distance from other people or in your car.

BEFORE CONSUMING THE SACRAMENT you may pray:

Lord, I am not worthy to have you come under my roof. But speak the word only and my soul shall be healed. Amen.

- or –

Risen Lord, Bread of life, May you live in me and I in you evermore. Amen.

AFTER CONSUMING THE SACRAMENT you may pray:

O Lord Jesus Christ, who in a wonderful Sacrament has left unto us a memorial of thy cross and passion as well as thy glorious resurrection and ascension: Grant us so to venerate the sacred mysteries of thy Body and Blood, that we may ever perceive within ourselves the fruit of thy redemption; who livest and reignest with the Father and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Spiritual Communion: For those unable to receive in person, this prayer may be said:

My Jesus, I believe that you are present in the Most Holy Sacrament of your most precious Body and Blood. I love you above all things, and I desire to receive you into my soul. Since I cannot at this moment receive you sacramentally, come into my heart spiritually, which was joined to you in Holy Baptism. And so, in this moment, I embrace your presence and unite myself wholly to you. Never permit me to be separated from you. Amen.


Postlude: Fond d’Orgue (Pièces d’Orgue, Book 2) Louis Marchand

In Our Prayers This Week

During our Daily Offices and mid-week worship, we will remember these concerns, people and ministries. We ask you to include them in your prayers this week.

Pray for the Anglican Communion, especially Justin, Archbishop of Canterbury, Michael, our Presiding Bishop and for all members of the Scottish Episcopal Church. Pray for the Diocese of Bethlehem, especially Kevin our Bishop; for Andrew and Raymond our priests, Fran, our Deacon, and for St. Martin’s-in-the-Fields Church, Mountaintop Pray for the Lehigh Conference of Churches and for the unity of all the churches. Pray for those who hold us in their prayers, especially Sister Alison Joy, Companions of Our Lady and Saint Mungo, Order of Saint Benedict Pray for our nation and all in authority: Donald, our President, Tom our Governor, Sal our Mayor and all in positions of public trust. Pray for those who serve our country in the armed forces at home and abroad, especially Seth Steinmetz, Gabriel Gonzalez, Thomas Brett, Justin Akers, Jesse Hauze, Jamie Hauze, Dominic Hanson, Tyler Page, Alex Sansone, Kenny Rae, Hans Heindl, Tristin Lascelle, Mike Guerra, Tanya Tanguay, Oriana Marcial. Pray for peace and an end to war, Pray for peace and for the victims of violent conflict anywhere in the world. Pray for those who work for peace. Pray for our congregation, especially Martin and Marle Jakubczak, Mary James, Robert James, Martha Johnson, Peter Junker. Pray for our congregations’ several ministries, especially our lay leaders, clergy and staff, The Love in Action Committee and our Mission of the Month: Meals on Wheels. Pray for the sick, those in special need and those who care for them Anne Nourse, Will Perkowsky, Tess Gadwa, Mike Bennett, Christopher Maitland, Donna Evans, Uliana Maciujec, Janine Schippang, May Raad, Jean Kneebone, Bp. Jack Croneberger, Cliff Wilson, Justin Serfass, Rosa Baerga, Logan Erdie, Val Hoover, Mary Rush, Grace Miles, Caitlin Ouelette, Mittie Lewis, Helen Forshaw, Timothy Lewis, Julie Ozazauchi, Jim Todak, Joanne MacAndrew, Helen Slezak, Brian Goldthorp, Carmela Hauze, Jean Cali, Nancy Kemp, Bethany Morrison, Dana Pounds, Don DeBacco, Dawn, Paul, Alyson, Woody Kneebone, Amy Kellerman, Peg Claster, Fr. Jim Gill, Joe, Dan Wilson, Ray Augustine, Carroll Young, Zee Maddah, Peter Genthner, Grace Goodin, John Reid, Sabastian Perkowsky, Ray Counterman, Ilona Osborne, M. J. Cali, Betsy Tate, Conrad Miller, Rich Moody, Rosemary Woronowicz, Karen Metzger, the Welch family, Carolyn, Bill Broun & Annmarie Drury, Carol Sullivan, Michael Woronowicz, Elaine, Mandy and Davis family, Lexi, Carrie Ann Dayanan, Daniel Ackerman, Kaimalu Hauanio, Rich Dean, Isaac Hauanio, Ann F. Pray for the homebound and shut-in: Winifred McCluskey, Marcia Hobart, Mary James, Grace Miles, Anne Nourse, Jean Kneebone, Carol Sullivan, Marie Dupont. Pray for those who have died: Kenneth Kohler and Joseph Corona Sr. (for whom the alter flowers are given and the Sanctuary Lamp burns) and Austin T. Lascelle


Calendar and Announcements The deadline for the September newsletter is August 16th.

Submissions via Parish Office, “in-boxes” or via [email protected]

Sunday, August 16 Eleventh Sunday after

Pentecost 9:30 AM – Holy Eucharist, II Facebook Live

Monday, August 17 Parish Office Closed

Tuesday, August 18

Wednesday, August 19 Bernard of Clairvaux

12:00PM -- Holy Eucharist II – Chapel / Sanctuary & Facebook

Live

Thursday, August 20

Friday, August 21 630 PM Private Wedding

Saturday, August 22 12:00 PM – Ark Soup Kitchen- Conine Hall

Sunday, August 23 Twelfth Sunday after

Pentecost 9:30 AM – Holy Eucharist, II -- Church (Limit of 25 people) & on Facebook Live (Pre-registration required. Call the Parish Office.)

Hospitalizations Please call the parish office or Fr. Andrew Gerns at home whenever you or a family member go into the hospital, even if you’ve signed the hospital clergy card! Do not count on the hospital to call the parish, they probably will not.

When you are discharged from the hospital, please call the office and let us know as the hospitals will not inform us of your discharge whether to home or to another facility.

Parish Prayer List: To add to the prayer list, please call the church office. We update on a bi-weekly basis. Let us know if a person needs to stay on our list.

Current and Upcoming

PARISH

Stay Connected with Each Other: Please remember to check on those who are most at risk, the elderly, the homebound, and those whose jobs put them at the front-line of our community’s response. Pray for those with the Coronavirus, those who are at risk, those tending the sick, and those researching

a vaccine and a better way of handling this. Returning to in-Person worship: We are excited to announce that we have returned to in-person

worship. We will begin with 1 service at 9:30 AM. Due to COVID restrictions we are limited to 25 people in the sanctuary at a time. Due to this and the need for contact tracing we have begun the registration process for worship services. By now you should have received 2 emails. One to register for Realm and one to register for the service itself. Please register for Realm as it will be the main way to register for services at this time. When returning to service we ask that you make healthy decisions when deciding to come to worship with us. We are excited to see all the masked faces, and want this to remain a safe and healthy environment for all. Registration for this upcoming Sunday has been begun. Please log into Realm and sign up to attend or call the parish office. Once you have registered please watch your email on Saturday for instructions on how to safely return to church. We also ask for your prayers and patience as we too get through all the bumps in the road with all the new processes that are being put into place. If you have any question, please reach out to the parish office either by email: [email protected] or by phone: 610-253-0792.

Please Let Us Care For You: If you are ill in the hospital or at home, please call the Parish Office: 610-253-0792 and let us know (or have a family member or friend do it for you) so that we can hold you in prayer, visit you, bring the Sacraments, and provide you with pastoral care. Both St. Luke's and Lehigh Valley Health Network will allow clergy visits in cases of emergency only during the COVID-19 situation. It is essential that you let us know if you are being hospitalized. In some cases, when access is limited, the clergy (Fr. Andrew, Fr. Raymond, or Deacon Fran) will coordinate with the Pastoral Care staffs of the various hospitals for visits. If at all possible, please let the clergy know in advance so that we may meet you for anointing and the Sacrament of the Sick before you are admitted or go in for your procedure. Likewise, let us know when you are discharged from the hospital, transferred to rehab, or

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sent home. Hospitals will not inform us of a discharge or to where a patient is sent after they leave the hospital. Please note that during this time, Lay Eucharistic Visitors will not be visiting either in homes, hospitals, or skilled nursing facilities. If a visit is needed, contact one of the clergy or call the office.

An Update from the Thrive Committee: The Trinity Parish Vitality Survey is complete! However, the Thrive Committee has decided to delay its release until after we have updated our parish e-mail list, which is important for ensuring that the digital version reaches as many parishioners as possible. You can assist this process by contacting the Trinity office at 610-253-0792, or reach out to Pat Romano at [email protected] or Antonia Grifo at [email protected], to update your contact information, especially if you have not done so recently and/or something has changed. Once we are confident that all contact information is up to date, and depending on when the Parish re-opens, the Thrive Committee will send the survey out. We look forward to re-uniting in person with our fellow members in Christ! Though these are difficult and frightening times, we will soon come together once again to build anew on Trinity Easton’s legacy of living and sharing God’s love. What a glorious day to look forward to! In Christ, The Thrive Committee

Donations: Trinity's budget is on-going even if the parish is not gathering in person for worship services. Please remember to keep your pledges and extra-mile up-to-date. Donations may be made by mail to Trinity Church 234 Spring Garden St., Easton, PA 18042 or by using the PayPal button on Trinity's website: trinityeaston.org

New Forward Day-by-Day: The August-October 2020 Day-by-Day’s have arrived. We are creating a subscription list so that we can mail the Forward Day By Days to everyone when they arrive. If you would like a copy, please contact the parish office and we will place you on the list and mail one to you.

Resources for Kids and Young People: Check out this website from St. Luke's, Lebanon, PA, by the Rev. Mary Kisner with all kinds of activities, games, videos, and stories for each Sunday in Easter including The Sunday Paper and the Sunday Paper Junior for you to read and color for each Sunday in Eastertide. Go to http://www.journeyinfaith-stlukeslebanon.org/current-liturgical-season-eastertide.html to share in the fun! -- Fr. Andrew+

Parish Office and Contacting Us: The Parish Office will keep its normal business hours of 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., Tuesday through Friday--UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED. If you are experiencing a pastoral emergency and need to contact Father Andrew, please call him at 610-392-4112. You may also email him at: [email protected]. If you do need to drop by the parish office, please call first: 610-253-0792.

Adult Confirmation Classes: The Adult Confirmation classes which were to be held March through May has been postponed. We are working on having the class offered On-Line via our ChurchNext On-Line Academy. Please stay tuned for rescheduled dates. If you have questions, call or text Fr. Gerns at 610-392-4112 or email him at [email protected].

2020 Flower Chart: There are still open dates to donate flowers in memory of a loved one or in thanksgiving for a special date/event. Flowers, candle rings and sprays are $53 (prices subject to change) and you will be billed directly from Mycalyn’s Florist. Please take note of special seasonal instructions and please print clearly. Altar Flower Open Dates: September 6 and 13; and, November 15.

Scheduling and Repairing? Tell us! Any repairs/improvements, etc. whether grounds or building or event related, need to be communicated to the parish office. The parish office, will inform Fr. Andrew, Bill Korp, and other appropriate point persons that may need to be informed. This level of communication will help prevent conflicts and ensure that all involved are on the same page. Thank you.

LOVE IN ACTION

Ark Soup Kitchen: Our Mission to help those in need is continuing to be a success! We have seen an increase in community meals being served on Saturday’s. Our dedicated Kitchen Crew from our parish continue to follow CDC guidelines to protect our clients and each other. Volunteer groups are also being trained and scheduled through August. If you have any questions, call Gretchen Reed at 484-695-1476.

August Mission of the Month–Meals on Wheels: Meals on Wheels is, without a doubt, one of the most valuable services available to the older population of our area. Trinity's volunteer contribution began 48 years ago in1972, the year the program began, and when we started our Mission of the Month program, MOW was soon added. We attempt to raise at least $500/year, and to recruit as many volunteers as possible

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for our fourth Monday of the month timeslot. Although we make a "general" contribution, also below are some of the many specific programs sponsored by MOW worth noting: Every possible dollar is stretched to help provide an impressive variety of "helping hand" efforts. Did you know that, besides regular meals, MOW provides the following- (item from Annual Report)? ...delivery and follow-up with folks transitioning to home after hospital or rehab stays. ...case managers make frequent visits with clients to monitor their progress;grocery shopping and delivery is provided by yet another set of volunteers. ...and perhaps the largest service - the Bethlehem facility provides all the hot and cold meals for us, plus our sister units in Lehigh and Monroe Counties, and Phillipsburg! So what can you do? First, of course, use the envelope with this Tidings to support this vital ministry. Second, if you can spare about two hours on the fourth Monday of the month, please contact Barb Edwards (610/258-8896) about becoming either a driver or a rider/deliverer. You can learn first-hand how much these daily visits mean to clients - especially those for whom your visit may be the only human contact they have on a given day. **Our special thanks to those who volunteer in Trinity's name: Kerry Dew, Don and Pat Lockard, Mark Harwick, Antonia Griffio, Chuck Dickerson, Gretchen Reed, Donna Watson , Rosemary Sherwin, and of course, Barb herself. Also, Betty and Harold Locke and Shay Miller are regular subs...many thanks to all! More than ever in these challenging times, Meals on Wheels is worthy of our group and individual support - please help us to continue as a partner in this special community mission!

The NEW PB&J Church! At the request of the ProJeCt of Easton food pantry, Trinity has been asked to temporarily switch from being the "Cereal Church" to being the "PB & J Church". Gifts of any texture Peanut Butter and any flavor of Jelly or Jam will be accepted. They are asking for donations of household size jars of each (not commercial sizes). If you have been collecting cereal at home, do not hesitate to donate it. All nonperishable food items will be gratefully accepted, but going forward, please switch to buying PB&J for this ministry. You may bring food donations to the Trinity office and we will deliver them to ProJeCt. Please call the office at 610-253-0792 to alert us that you are going to be coming. Alternatively you may also drop off food directly at the ProJeCt food pantry Wednesday’s from 8:30 AM until 2pm. Directions to the pantry: Head South on 4th Street in downtown Easton. Turn left at the traffic light at Ferry Street. Immediately turn right into the parking lot behind St. John's Lutheran Church. Proceed straight ahead across the parking lot next to the building. The pantry door is the last door on the left. So far, even with our closure, we collected a total of 136 jars of Peanut Butter, 93 Jars of Jelly and 66 boxes of cereal for the month of July. Every cent you spend on nutritious nonperishable food goes directly to help those in need at the ProJeCt food pantry in downtown Easton. Thanks to everyone who has stepped up to help. We can now be called the PB&J Church!

Blessings, Mission and Outreach

SUMMER BOOK CLUB Falling in Love, Finding God: Marriage & the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius. Wednesdays starting July 22 through September 9, 2020 (8 consecutive weeks) 7:00 - 8:30PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) “Falling in Love…Finding God,” written by M. Bridget Brennan and Jerome L. Shen, is a gem which presents many lived insights into what is involved in integrating a married couple’s marital and spiritual lives. It does so from the perspective of Ignatian Spirituality which means it “speaks of how to love freely, how to center oneself in Christ and how to make good decisions” (James Martin, SJ, internationally recognized author). It is written for those who have lived many years of married life, as well as those considering marriage. Let us take this time together to explore our two journeys (with our spouse and with our God) which are really one and the same journey to deeper love, intimacy and union. As our authors note: “Growing in intimacy with God inspires us to greater love and intimacy with each other. Loving each other leads us to greater gratitude for God’s love. FACILITATOR: Jerome Herauf, MDiv, MA. Jerry’s background includes his own Christian marriage, of 43 years (with two adult children and two granddaughters.) Trained in Ignatian Spirituality, he lived as a Jesuit for 18 years (the last 5 of which, he was also ordained.) Achieving a Master’s degree in Philosophy and Theology, he is also a certified Spiritual Counselor and has directed Retreats ranging from one-to-one counseling, through to weekend, 8 and 30-day Retreats. He has also taught Christian Marriage at the University level. The book can be purchased from Amazon. Suggested offering: $300 per couple. Individuals: $150 (for 8 weeks). Register in advance for this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEqc-CtqzIsGtIhumXdrBjAkXfdn3vkAlP3

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Masks and Personal Protection Equipment: You can help supply face masks (and other PPE) for Lehigh Valley Health Network. Trinity, Easton is a collection point for donated masks, materials, and PPE! Donations accepted Tuesday - Friday from 9 am - 5 pm in the Parish Office. Go to lvhn.org/facemask to learn more.

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August 16, 2020

The Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost

Genesis 45:1-15 Our weekly unfolding f the great sagas of Hebrew history jumps on from Joseph hated by his brothers to Joseph the savior of his brothers. They find him in a powerful position in Egypt as they seek famine relief, but at first they do not recognize him.

Romans 11:1-2a, 29-32 If God’s salvation is now offered to everyone in Jesus Christ, says Paul, does it mean that the Jews who were once God’s chosen people are now rejected? Of course not. They too remain within God’s mercy, if they will receive it.

Matthew 15(10-20) 21-28 The Hebrew prophets had a vision of the breadth of God’s love reaching far beyond their own race. Matthew here shows us Jesus confronted by a non-Jewish woman who begs his compassion. Perhaps he is surprised by her, or perhaps he presents a challenge to her.

‘Agnus Day’ by Pastor Jim Wetzstein

Before there was the Sugarhill Gang

A Stewardship Reflection… In the Gospel which speaks of the pleas of the Canaanite woman (the Canaanites and Israelites did not enjoy amicable relationships), Jesus reminded the Disciples that he had been sent to seek the “lost”. How reassuring to know that he still to this day seeks the “lost” among us, and that if we continue to have faith as the woman did, God has promised to guide and support our lives!

Next Week’s Lessons: The Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost – Proper 16 – Year A (Revised Common Lectionary-Episcopal Edition)

Exodus 1:8-2:10; Psalm 124; Romans 12:1-8; Matthew 16:13-20 COPYRIGHT INFO:

Service Music: Unless otherwise noted: The Rite Song copyright © 1999, Church Publishing Inc., The Hymnal 1982 Service Music, License No. 3128-02628-4753. One Step Further: Introductions to the

Lessons: A Resourcebook for Lectors. Notes and Introductions to the Bible Readings According to the Revised Common Lectionary and the Common Worship Lectionary by Mike Stone, published by The

Columbia Press, Copyright © 2000, M. G. Stone. Edited by Fr. Andrew Gerns for Trinity Episcopal Church, Easton. Cartoon: Agnus Day, Lectionary cartoon by James Wetzstein, copyright as indicated. Used

with permission. Prayers of the People: The Rev. Canon Clifford B. Carr, used with permission. Stewardship Reflection: by Jan Charney for the Diocese of Bethlehem Stewardship Commission. Other

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