St. Luke’s Episcopal ChurchSequim, Washington

Morning Prayer, Rite II

Proper 17, Year AAugust 30, 2020 – 10 am

Opening Hymn – Hymnal #401 - The God of Abraham praise

Opening Sentences

Officiant The hour is coming, and now is, when the true worshipers will worship God in spirit and truth, for such God seeks to worship him.

The Confession

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

All Compassionate God,We have gathered from afar.We are wearied from the trials of life and the pebbles in our shoes. We confess our hardened hearts and our unkind words.We confess our need for your gentle healing touch.We turn to you, source of life, source of mercy, source of forgiveness, and ask in the name of our brother Jesus for the gifts of healing, reconciliation, and life in you.

Officiant May our Loving God enlighten your hearts, forgive your souls, ease your burdens, and lead you beside restful waters. Amen.

The Invitatory and PsalterThen follows one of the Invitatory Psalms, Venite or Jubilate.

One of the following Antiphons may be sung or said with the Invitatory Psalm.

Officiant Lord, open our lips.People And our mouth shall proclaim your praise.

All Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the HolySpirit: as it was in the beginning, is now and will be for ever. Amen.

Officiant Alleluia. The Spirit of the Lord renews the face of the earth: People Come let us adore him. Alleluia.Then follows the Jubilate, said by all

Jubilate     

Be joyful in the Lord, all you lands; *    serve the Lord with gladness    and come before his presence with a song.

Know this: The Lord himself is God; *    he himself has made us, and we are his;    we are his people and the sheep of his pasture.

Enter his gates with thanksgiving;go into his courts with praise; *    give thanks to him and call upon his Name.

For the Lord is good;his mercy is everlasting; *    and his faithfulness endures from age to age.Then follows

The Psalm or Psalms Appointed

Psalm 105:1-6, 23-26, 45c1 Give thanks to the LORD and call upon his

make known his deeds among the peoples.2 Sing to him, sing praises to him, *

and speak of all his marvelous works.3 Glory in his holy Name; *

let the hearts of those who seek the LORD rejoice.4 Search for the LORD and his strength; *

continually seek his face.5 Remember the marvels he has done, *

his wonders and the judgments of his mouth,6 O offspring of Abraham his servant, *

O children of Jacob his chosen.

23 Israel came into Egypt, *and Jacob became a sojourner in the land of Ham.

24 The LORD made his people exceedingly fruitful; *he made them stronger than their enemies;

25 Whose heart he turned, so that they hated his people, *and dealt unjustly with his servants.

26 He sent Moses his servant, *and Aaron whom he had chosen.

45 Hallelujah!

The Lessons

The First Lesson Exodus 3:1-15The lesson, as appointed, is read, the Reader first saying

A Reading from the Book of Exodus

Moses was keeping the flock of his father-in-law Jethro, the priest of Midian; he led his flock beyond the wilderness, and came to Horeb, the mountain of God. There the angel of the LORD appeared to him in a flame of fire out of a bush; he looked, and the bush was blazing, yet it was not consumed. Then Moses said, “I must turn aside and look at this great sight, and see why the bush is not burned up.” When the LORD saw that he had turned aside to see, God called to him out of the bush, “Moses, Moses!” And he said, “Here I am.” Then he said, “Come no closer! Remove the sandals from your feet, for the place on which you are standing is holy ground.” He said further, “I am the God of your father, the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob.” And Moses hid his face, for he was afraid to look at God.

Then the LORD said, “I have observed the misery of my people who are in Egypt; I have heard their cry on account of their taskmasters. Indeed, I know their sufferings, and I have come down to deliver them from the Egyptians, and to bring them up out of that land to a good and broad land, a land flowing with milk and honey, to the country of the Canaanites, the Hittites, the Amorites, the Perizzites, the Hivites, and the Jebusites. The cry of the Israelites has now come to me; I have also seen how the Egyptians oppress them. So come, I will send you to Pharaoh to bring my people, the Israelites, out of Egypt.”

But Moses said to God, “Who am I that I should go to Pharaoh, and bring the Israelites out of Egypt?” He said, “I will be with you; and this shall be the sign for you that it is I who sent you: when you have brought the people out of Egypt, you shall worship God on this mountain.” But Moses said to God, “If I come to the Israelites and say to them, ‘The God of your ancestors has sent me to you,’ and they ask me, ‘What is his name?’ what shall I say to them?” God said to Moses, “I AM WHO I AM.” He said further, “Thus you shall say to the Israelites, ‘I AM has sent me to you.’“ God also said to Moses, “Thus you shall say to the Israelites, ‘The LORD, the God of your ancestors, the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob, has sent me to you’:

This is my name forever, and this my title for all generations.

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

Song After the First Lesson –Hymnal #648 - When Israel was in Egypt’s land

The Second Lesson Romans 12:9-21The lesson, as appointed, is read, the Reader first saying

A Reading from Romans

Let love be genuine; hate what is evil, hold fast to what is good; love one another with mutual affection; outdo one another in showing honor. Do not lag in zeal, be ardent in spirit, serve the Lord. Rejoice in hope, be patient in suffering, persevere in prayer. Contribute to the needs of the saints; extend hospitality to strangers.

Bless those who persecute you; bless and do not curse them. Rejoice with those who rejoice, weep with those who weep. Live in harmony with one another; do not be haughty, but associate with the lowly; do not claim to be wiser than you are. Do not repay anyone evil for evil, but take thought for what is noble in the sight of all. If it is possible, so far as it depends on you, live peaceably with all. Beloved, never avenge yourselves, but leave room for the wrath of God; for it is written, “Vengeance is mine, I will repay, says the Lord.” No, “if your enemies are hungry, feed them; if they are thirsty, give them something to drink; for by doing this you will heap burning coals on their heads.” Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.

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

Song After the Second Lesson – Put peace into each other’s hands

The Third Lesson Matthew 16:21-28The lesson, as appointed, is read, the Reader first saying

A reading from Matthew

Jesus began to show his disciples that he must go to Jerusalem and undergo great suffering at the hands of the elders and chief priests and

scribes, and be killed, and on the third day be raised. And Peter took him aside and began to rebuke him, saying, “God forbid it, Lord! This must never happen to you.” But he turned and said to Peter, “Get behind me, Satan! You are a stumbling block to me; for you are setting your mind not on divine things but on human things.”

Then Jesus told his disciples, “If any want to become my followers, let them deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me. For those who want to save their life will lose it, and those who lose their life for my sake will find it. For what will it profit them if they gain the whole world but forfeit their life? Or what will they give in return for their life?

“For the Son of Man is to come with his angels in the glory of his Father, and then he will repay everyone for what has been done. Truly I tell you, there are some standing here who will not taste death before they see the Son of Man coming in his kingdom.”

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

The Sermon The Rev. Sue Thompson

Affirmation of FaithOfficiant and People together, all standing

You, O God, are supreme and holy.You create our world and give us life.Your purpose overarches everything we do.You have always been with us.

You are God.

You, O God, are infinitely generous,good beyond all measure.

You came to us before we came to you.You have revealed and proved your love for us in Jesus Christ,who lived and died and rose again.You are with us now.

You are God.

You, O God, are Holy Spirit.You empower us to be your gospel in the world.You reconcile and heal; you overcome death.

You are our God.  We worship you.

The Lord’s PrayerOfficiant and People

Our Father, in heaven,    hallowed be your Name,     your kingdom come,     your will be done,         on earth as it is in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. And 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 PrayersThen follows the Prayers of the People

The Leader and People pray responsively

In peace, we pray to you, Lord God.Silence

For all people in their daily life and work;For our families, friends, and neighbors, and for those whoare 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 theneedy.

For the peace and unity of the Church of God;For all who proclaim the Gospel, and all who seek the Truth.

For all bishops and other ministers;For all who serve God in his Church.

For the special needs and concerns of this congregation.Silence

The People add their own petitions

Hear 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

The Deacon reads the list of those who have died

Lord, let your loving-kindness be upon them;Who put their trust in you.The Officiant concludes with a Collect.

O Lord our God, accept the fervent prayers of your people; inthe multitude of your mercies, look with compassion upon usand all who turn to you for help; for you are gracious, Olover of souls, and to you we give glory, Father, Son, andHoly Spirit, now and for ever. Amen.

The Collect of the Day

Grant, O merciful God, that your Church, being gathered together in unity by your Holy Spirit, may show forth your power among all peoples, to the glory 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.The Prayers for MissionThen prayers for mission are added

Grant, O God, that your holy and life-giving Spirit may so move every human heart, and especially the hearts of the people of this land, that barriers which divide us may crumble, suspicions disappear, and hatreds

cease; that our divisions being healed, we may live in justice and peace;through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.All say together

Almighty God, who created us in your own image: Grant us grace fearlessly to contend against evil and to make no peace with oppression; and, that we may reverently use our freedom, help us to employ it in the maintenance of justice in our communities and among the nations, to the glory of your holy Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen. Before the close of the Office one or both of the following may be used

The General ThanksgivingOfficiant and People

Officiant Let us give thanks to God for all his gifts so freely bestowed upon us.

For the beauty and wonder of your creation, in earth and sky and sea.

We thank you, Lord.

For all that is gracious in the lives of men and women,revealing the image of Christ,

We thank you, Lord.

For our daily food and drink, our homes and families, andour friends,

We thank you, Lord.

For minds to think, and hearts to love, and hands to serve,

We thank you, Lord.

For health and strength to work, and leisure to rest and play,

We thank you, Lord.

For the brave and courageous, who are patient in sufferingand faithful in adversity,

We thank you, Lord.

For all valiant seekers after truth, liberty, and justice,

We thank you, Lord.

For the communion of saints, in all times and places,

We thank you, Lord.

Above all, we give you thanks for the great mercies andpromises given to us in Christ Jesus our Lord;

To him be praise and glory, with you, O Father, and theHoly Spirit, now and for ever. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen. 

Then the Officiant says this prayer

Almighty and everliving God, let your loving hand be ever over these your servants; let your Holy Spirit ever be with them; and so lead them in the knowledge and obedience of your Word, that they may serve you in this life, and dwell with you in the life to come; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

The BlessingThe Officiant blesses the congregation

The blessing of God Almighty, Creator, Savior, and Holy Spirit be upon you and remain with you always. Amen.

Closing Hymn – Will you come and follow me (see next page)

The Officiant concludes with a dismissal

May the God of hope fill us with all joy and peace in believing through the power of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

Please keep in prayer…

Parishioners Britt-Nicole Peterson (Healing)Marc Povondra (Healing)Jeanne Fisher (Healing)Jean Greenwell (Healing and comfort)JoAnn Haick (Peace)Teddie HallChristine Hill (Comfort and strength)Naomi Hutchison (Peace)Nancy Jones (Healing)Patty Jones (Healing)Carl Kaiser (Healing)Dean KennedyJoy Kennedy (Comfort and strength)Carl KohlerMike Lilley (Peace)Tye Long (Comfort and strength)David Melvin (Healing)Cal Murphy (Healing)Bill Newblom (Healing)Dottie Nicassio (Healing)Virginia Parker (Healing)Bob Raber (Strength and healing)Jim Reker (Clear diagnosis and successful procedure)Bob Rhoads (Healing)Charlotte Rocheleau (Comfort and healing)Shannon Rutledge (Peace)Ann Salmon (Health)Paul Slyh (Healing)Kay Snowhook (Comfort)Lee Teed (Healing)JoAnn Thompson (Healing and comfort)Tatiana Trailov (Strength, healing, and safe travels)John Troberg (Strength)Joann Haick (Grief)Doris WattersSusan Kaiser (Healing and strength)Florence RhoadsPatricia Rhoads (Healing, strength and support)

Dave Salmon (Healing)

Those Who Have DiedSharron Currie (Friend of Pat Oden and Sue Clary)Nelson Allen (Grandson of Bob and JoAnn Haick)Jim Boyd (Cousin of Marc Povondra) Jerry CainMarcella Cannon (Mother of Melodie Cannon)Bill ChishamBob HaickDavid Hill John Hutchison (Stepson of Naomi)Eric McWhorter (Son-in-law of Bill Chisham and Kay Snowhook)Sherrie RaberKelsey Roberts (Granddaughter of Joy Kennedy)Cheyenne Rutledge (Shannon Rutledge)John Lowe (Cousin of Steve Cole)

Family and FriendsMichael Currie (Healing) (Pat Oden)Jacob Gay (Thanksgiving for his birth) (Grandson of Richard and Pamela Godsey)Judith Beckman (Peace) (Friend of Laura Kaiser Pare)Ann BenevidezVicki Busbea (Healing)Robert Chabot (Healing) (Brother of Patricia Rhoads)Sandie Engstrom (Strength and peace) (Friend of Barbara Arnoldsen)Allison Erickson (Healing) (Friend of Sue Clary)Susan Fisk (Healing)Pam Godfrey Scalia (Healing) (Daughter of Nan Godfrey)Darrell Harrier (Healing)Marco Hermosillo (Healing) (Gloria Kohler)Roger Irving (Healing) (Cousin of Dave and Ruth Otis)Jim Jefferson (Comfort and healing) (Friend of Charlotte Rocheleau) Ellis Johnson (Healing and peace) (Father of Stacie Koochek)John Kennedy (Healing) (Friend of Marc Povondra)Shawn Kennedy (Healing) (Joy Kennedy)Kathryn Kruse (Peace)Linda La Maina (Health) (Friend of Tatiana Trailov)Lorraine Leyendecker (Healing) (Daughter of Bill and Judy Newblom)Kate McWhorter and family (Peace) (Daughter of Bill Chisham and Kay Snowhook)

Patricia Morgan (Healing) (Friend of Sue Clary)William Povondra (Healing) (Brother of Marc Povondra)Dorothy Ricketts (Healing)Mick Roberts (Healing) (Son-in-law of Joy Kennedy) Father John Rogers (Healing and comfort) (Friend of Charlotte Rocheleau)Shannon Rutledge (Healing) (Daughter of Gail Melvin)Art Smith (Comfort and peace) (Friend of Ann & Dave Salmon)Barbara Smith (Healing) (Friend of Ann & Dave Salmon)Chol Soon (Healing and peace) (Hyesuk Haglin)Sandy Starkey (Healing) (Sue Cram)Peter Trailov, son and daughter (Comfort and peace) (Family of Tatiana Trailov, Janet and Stuart McColl)Christene TramelMarian Welch (Comfort and peace)George Will (Healing) (Jill Hay)Paul Wright (Healing) (Jerry Wright)Julie Yeager (Healing, Peace) (Sister of Mike Lilley)Ann (Courage and God’s deep peace) (Sue Thompson)Deanne (Granddaughter of Doris Watters)Dennis (Healing) (Son-in-law of Mary Pat Minor)Deven (Comfort and peace) (Kay Snowhook)Eddie (Healing and strength) (Art Moore)Eric and Monica (Healing) (Friends of Jeanne Fisher)Jacqueline (Healing) (Roberta Griset)Kathleen (Patience and peace) (Daughter of Mary Pat Minor)Kristi and J.D. (Strength and comfort) (Kara Selby)Larry (Son of Doris Watters)Madalyn (Healing) (Grandniece of Judy Newblom)Nancy, Cameron, Madison, Devyn, and Sebastian (Peace) (Barbara Arnoldson)Teresa – (Successful surgery, comfortable healing) (Claire Alkire)