The Right Reverend John C. Bauerschmidt--Bishop of Tennessee The Reverend Joseph B. Howard--Vicar
Order of Worship:Youth Sunday
St. Francis Church is a community dedicated to the transformation of lives through the Gospel of Jesus Christ for
the Kingdom of God.
The Fourth Sunday after PentecostThe Third Sunday after Trinity
Proper 5, Year A
St. FranciS church Biblically minded. Mission Driven.
A note for visitors: We’re thankful that you could join us for worship today, and we pray God blesses you in your time here. The service is printed in your bulletin. If you have any questions don’t hesitate to ask someone around you!
St. Francis Church wants to encourage families to worship together. The practice of dividing families for worship is a modern invention and is often detrimental to the goal of worshipping as a body. In order to be a community where all ages feel welcome, we provide coloring materials for children to use during worship and seek to be a community that understands the specific gifts and challenges that children bring. We encourage you, should you feel comfortable doing so, to sit toward the front with your children, as little-ones are often more attentive if they can see what is happening.
That being said, we understand that there may be times when it is best to take advantage of child care, which we have available in the room immediately through the Kitchen off of the entryway.
In Preparation for worship: We invite you to take a few moments before the service begins to be still, and rest from the business of your lives. Take time to breathe deeply, and reflect upon the past week. When you’re ready, you might say the following prayer or one like it in preparation for worship.
O Almighty God, who pours out on all who desire it the spirit of grace and of supplication: Deliver us, when we draw near to you, from coldness of heart and wanderings of mind, that with steadfast thoughts and kindled affections we may worship you in spirit and in truth; though Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
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The Word of God
Processional: O for a thousand tongues to sing Hymnal 686
Opening Acclamation:All Standing
Celebrant: Blessed be God: Father, Son and Holy Spirit.People: And blessed be his kingdom, now and for ever. Amen.
Collect for Purity:
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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Canticle 20, Glory to God: Gloria in excelsis S 280
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Celebrant: The Lord be with you.People: And also with you.Celebrant: Let us pray.
Collect of the Day: O God, from whom all good proceeds: Grant that by your inspiration we may think those things that are right, and by your merciful guiding may do them; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever Amen.
First Reading: Hosea 5:15-6:6
All sit.
A Reading from the book of the Prophet Hosea.
Thus says the Lord: Then I will return to my place until they admit their guilt and turn to me. For as soon as trouble comes, they will earnestly search for me.”
“Come, let us return to the Lord. He has torn us to pieces; now he will heal us. He has injured us; now he will bandage our wounds. In just a short time he will restore us, so that we may live in his presence. Oh, that we might know the Lord! Let us press on to know him. He will respond to us as surely as the arrival of dawn or the coming of rains in early spring.”
“O Israel and Judah, what should I do with you?” asks the Lord. “For your love vanishes like the morning mist and disappears like dew in the sunlight. I sent my prophets to cut you to pieces—to slaughter you with my words, with judgments as inescapable as light. I want you to show love, not offer sacrifices. I want you to know me more than I want burnt offerings.
Reader: The Word of the Lord.People: Thanks be to God.
The Psalm of the day:Remain seated
Psalm 50:7-15
7 Hear, O my people, and I will speak: “O Israel, I will bear witness against you; * for I am God, your God. 8 I do not accuse you because of your sacrifices; * your offerings are always before me. 9 I will take no bull-calf from your stalls, * nor he-goats out of your pens; 10 For all the beasts of the forest are mine, * the herds in their thousands upon the hills.
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11 I know every bird in the sky, * and the creatures of the fields are in my sight. 12 If I were hungry, I would not tell you, * for the whole world is mine and all that is in it. 13 Do you think I eat the flesh of bulls, * or drink the blood of goats? 14 Offer to God a sacrifice of thanksgiving * and make good your vows to the Most High. 15 Call upon me in the day of trouble; * I will deliver you, and you shall honor me.”
Second Reading: Romans 4:13-25
A Reading from Paul’s letter to the Church in Rome.
Clearly, God’s promise to give the whole earth to Abraham and his descendants was based not on his obedience to God’s law, but on a right relationship with God that comes by faith. If God’s promise is only for those who obey the law, then faith is not necessary and the promise is pointless. For the law always brings punishment on those who try to obey it. (The only way to avoid breaking the law is to have no law to break!)
So the promise is received by faith. It is given as a free gift. And we are all certain to receive it, whether or not we live according to the law of Moses, if we have faith like Abraham’s. For Abraham is the father of all who believe. That is what the Scriptures mean when God told him, “I have made you the father of many nations.” This happened because Abraham believed in the God who brings the dead back to life and who creates new things out of nothing.
Even when there was no reason for hope, Abraham kept hoping—believing that he would become the father of many nations. For God had said to him, “That’s how many descendants you will have!” And Abraham’s faith did not weaken, even though, at about 100 years of age, he figured his body was as good as dead—and so was Sarah’s womb.
Abraham never wavered in believing God’s promise. In fact, his faith grew stronger, and in this he brought glory to God. He was fully convinced that God is able to do whatever he promises. And because of Abraham’s faith, God counted him as righteous. And when God counted him as righteous, it wasn’t just for Abraham’s benefit. It was recorded for our benefit, too, assuring us that God will also count us as righteous if we believe in him, the one who raised Jesus our Lord from the dead. He was handed over to die because of our sins, and he was raised to life to make us right with God.
Reader: The Word of the Lord.People: Thanks be to God.
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Sequence Hymn: Take my life and let it be Hymnal 707
Holy Gospel: Matthew 9:9-13,18-26All stand.
Gospeller: The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to _______. People: Glory to you, Lord Christ.
As Jesus passed on from there, he saw a man called Matthew sitting at the tax office; and he said to him, “Follow me.” And he rose and followed him. And as he sat at table in the house, behold, many tax collectors and sinners came and sat down with Jesus and his disciples. And when the Pharisees saw this, they said to his disciples, “Why does your teacher eat with tax collectors and sinners?” But when he heard it, he said, “Those who are well have no need of a physician, but those who are sick. Go and learn what this means, ‘I desire mercy, and not sacrifice.’ For I came not to call the righteous, but sinners.” While
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he was thus speaking to them, behold, a ruler came in and knelt before him, saying, “My daughter has just died; but come and lay your hand on her, and she will live.” And Jesus rose and followed him, with his disciples. And behold, a woman who had suffered from a hemorrhage for twelve years came up behind him and touched the fringe of his garment; for she said to herself, “If I only touch his garment, I shall be made well.” Jesus turned, and seeing her he said, “Take heart, daughter; your faith has made you well.” And instantly the woman was made well. And when Jesus came to the ruler’s house, and saw the flute players, and the crowd making a tumult, he said, “Depart; for the girl is not dead but sleeping.” And they laughed at him. But when the crowd had been put outside, he went in and took her by the hand, and the girl arose. And the report of this went through all that district.
Gospeller: The Gospel of the LordPeople: Praise to you, Lord Christ
Sermon: The Rev. Joseph B. Howard
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.
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The Prayers of The PeoPle
Leader: Let us pray
In our Diocese we pray for St. Barnabas’ Church, Tullahoma.
In the Anglican Communion we pray for The Anglican Church of Mexico, The Most Rev’d Carlos Touche-Porter Presiding Bishop & Bishop of Mexico. Father, we pray for your Church throughout the whole world;
People: That we all may be one.
Leader: Help all of us to truly and humbly serve you;People: That your Name may be glorified by all people.
Leader: We pray for all bishops, priests, and deacons;People: That they may be faithful ministers of your Word and Sacraments.
Leader: We pray for all who govern and hold authority in the nations of the world;People: That there may be justice and peace on the earth.
Leader: Give us grace to do your will in all that we undertake;People: That our works may find favor in your sight.
Leader: Have compassion on those who suffer from any grief or trouble;People: That they may be delivered from their distress.
Leader: Give to the departed eternal rest;People: Let light perpetual shine upon them.
Leader: We praise you for your saints who have entered into joy; People: May we also come to share in your heavenly kingdom.
Leader:
Let us pray for our own needs and those of others.
Silence
Celebrant: O Lord our God, accept the fervent prayers of your people; in the multitude of your mercies, look with compassion upon us and all who turn to you for help; for you are gracious, O lover of souls, and to you we give glory, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, now and for ever. Amen.
The coNfessioN
Celebrant: Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.
Silence.
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Minister and People:
Most merciful God, we confess that we have sinned against youin 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.
Celebrant: 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.
All stand
Celebrant: The peace of the Lord be always with you.People: And also with you.
Then the Ministers and the People may greet one another in the name of the Lord.
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The holy commuNioN
Offertory music selected by the musician
All stand for the Doxology: Hymnal 380 (last verse)
Celebrant: All things come of thee O Lord.People: And of thine own have we given thee.
Celebrant: The Lord be with you.People: And also with you.
Celebrant: Lift up your hearts.People: We lift them to the Lord.
Celebrant: Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.People: It is right to give him thanks and praise.
It is right, and a good and joyful thing, always and everywhere to give thanks to you, Father Almighty, Creator of heaven and earth.
For you are the source of light and life; you made us in your image, and called us to new life in Jesus Christ our Lord.
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:
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The Sanctus: S-130Holy, 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.
Please stand or kneel at this time, as best helps you to pray.
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:
Christ has died.Christ is risen.Christ will come again.
We celebrate the memorial of our redemption, O Father, in this sacrifice of praise and thanksgiving. Recalling his death, resurrection, and ascension, we offer you these gifts.
Sanctify them by your Holy Spirit to be for your people the Body and Blood of your Son, the holy food and drink of new and unending life in him. Sanctify us also that we may faithfully receive this holy Sacrament, and serve you in unity, constancy, and peace; and at the last day bring us with all your saints into the joy of your eternal kingdom.
All this we ask through your Son Jesus Christ. By him, and with him, and in him, in the unity of the Holy Spirit all honor and glory is yours, Almighty Father, now and for ever. AMEN.
And now, as our Savior Christ has taught us, we are bold to say,
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed by 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,
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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.
The BreakiNG of The Bread
Christ our Passover is sacrificed for us;Therefore let us keep the feast.
The Gifts of God for the People of God. Take them in remembrance that Christ died for you, and feed on him in your hearts by faith, with thanksgiving.
ON RECEIVING COMMUNION: All baptized Christians who are in love and charity with their neighbors are welcome to receive communion. If you do not wish to receive, you are invited to come for a prayer of blessing—simply cross your arms over your chest to let the servers know that you will not be receiving. Prayers before receiving can be found on pages 337 (the Prayer of Humble Access) and 834 in the Book of Common Prayer (the red books available under your chairs).
Communion music selected by the musician.
Post-Communion Prayer After Communion, the Celebrant says:
Let us Pray
The minister and people together, pray:
Almighty and everliving God, we thank you for feeding us with the spiritual food of the most precious Body and Blood of your Son our Savior Jesus Christ; and for assuring us in these holy mysteries that we are living members of the Body of your Son, and heirs of your eternal kingdom.And now, Father, send us out to do the work you have given us to do, to love and serve you as faithful witnesses of Christ our Lord. To him, to you, and to the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory, now and for ever. Amen.
The Blessing
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The Recessional: The God of Abraham Praise Hymnal 401
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Celebrant says the dismissalPeople: Thanks be to God.
A Note on Today’s Readings
Proper 5: Sunday closest to June 8—Year A
Today’s readings remind us that God’s message from that prophet was that God’s love for the people, even though they have been punished for rebelling against the Lord, is unswerving. However, it is not the carrying out of ritual and legal commands but love and knowledge of God that is expected of the people. That message is encountered in today’s reading from Matthew.
Matthew’s love when called, even though he was a notorious sinner, the woman whose infirmity made her an untouchable to religious purists, and the little girl who would have been regarded by most a expendable turn out to be object of God’s unswerving love.Our second reading continues the series from Romans. Paul continues to explore the relation between faith and law. Abraham, who lived long before the law was given, is held up as our model. Abraham was righteous because of his faith and God makes us righteous through faith rather than through the law.
It is easy for us, like people in the biblical accounts, to assume that our conformity to religious structures and rules set us apart from “sinners” who do not follow those rules. In the Eucharistic meal, Jesus joins us at table. He joins us regardless of our state of sin or righteousness. This meal is the ongoing sign of God’s love and acceptance of all people.
From The Rite Light: Reflections on the Sunday Readings and Seasons of the Church Year. Copyright © 2007 by Michael W. Merriman. Church Publishing Incorporated, New York.
Announcements
Welcome to our guests!We’re very happy that you chose to worship with us this morning. Please join us after the service for snacks and conversation, to take some time to get to know us and for us to get to know you. We look forward to seeing you again soon!
Vacation Bible School “What a Wonderful World”: St. Joseph of Arimathea has invited us to participate with them in putting on a vacation Bible School with the theme of What a Wonderful World children from 3 years old to rising 5th graders which is scheduled from June 10-13.
The Gifts of God Sundays from July 6 -August 3 from 9:15-10:15: The Season after Pentecost is a natural time to begin the process of discerning and considering the gifts which God has bestowed upon us as individuals and as a community. I would like to invite all of you to join in a time of learning and reflection about the meaning and use of God’s gifts.
Inquirer’s seminar Sunday’s from August 10-September 14 from 9:15-10:15: If you interested in learning more about St. Francis Church, have questions about who we are, what we believe, why we do certain things in the service, or have a desire to officially become a member of our congregation, then mark your calendars for our inquirer’s seminar on Sunday mornings from 9:15 to 10:15.
Confirmation, Reception and reaffirmation of Baptismal vows preparation
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September 21 & 28 from 9:15-10:15: Following on the heels of the Inquirers seminar, those of you who feel called to affirm your membership in St. Francis church through confirmation, reception or Baptism, as well as those of you who would like to publically renew your commitments are invited to attend these two sessions in preparation for the Bishop’s visitation on October 5.
Volunteer opportunities at St. Francis: If you are interested in any of the following ministries, please let Fr. Jody know after the service or via email: [email protected] .
Reader/Lector (Read the lessons and lead prayers), Newsletter & website team (basically contributing to both of these, helping to organize them, not doing it all. The more the merrier), Sexton team (Several members already volunteer their time and energy to help keep St. Francis’ clean and tidy.)
If you have an announcement that you would like in the bulletin, please email it to Fr. Jody by Wednesday the week before so it can be included.
Bishop of TennesseeThe Rt. Rev. John C. Bauerschmidt
VicarThe Rev. Joseph B. Howard
Mission Council Ralph Eddy
Linda PalmerThom ChittomShelley Sircy
clerk: Nanci Frey
AccompanistThomas Duffy
Schedule of Ministry:Celebrant & Preacher: The Rev. Joseph B. Howard Reader: OT: Erin, Psalm: Emma, NT: Rachel, Prayers: MarissaAcolyte/Crucifer: Jayna Edwards Prayer Station: Opal GuntelOblationers: Kara Chittom Chalicist: Shelley SircyTo check the schedule online, visit: http://stfrancis-tn.net and go to congregational resources-->schedule
To get in touch with Fr. Jody for any reason, you can reach him at the Church, 851-0790, his cell, 440-6492 or via email at [email protected]. _______________________________________________________________________________
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