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The Holy Eucharist: Rite II Presentation of Jesus in the Temple February 2, 2020 S T . P ATRICK S E PISCOPAL C HURCH A ministry of the Diocese of North Carolina Serving the Mooresville and Lake Norman area The Reverend Gregory E. McIntyre,
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THE WORD OF GOD
As the music begins, let us quiet our minds and prepare our hearts to worship God. Processional Hymn “Seek Ye First” Karen Lafferty
A ministry of the Diocese of North Carolina Serving the Mooresville and Lake Norman area The Reverend Gregory E. McIntyre, Rector The Reverend Dr. Sally M. Brower, Assisting Rector
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The people standing, Celebrant Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. People And blessed be God’s kingdom, now and forever. Amen. Celebrant and People 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.
The Gloria in Excelsis
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.
The Collect of the Day
Celebrant The Lord be with you. People And also with you. Celebrant Let us pray. Almighty and everliving God, we humbly pray that, as your only-begotten Son was this day presented in the temple, so we may be presented to you with pure and clean hearts by Jesus Christ our Lord; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
The First Lesson
A Reading from Malachi (3:1-4) See, I am sending my messenger to prepare the way before me, and the Lord whom you seek will suddenly come to his temple. The messenger of the covenant in whom you delight-- indeed, he is coming, says the Lord of hosts. But who can endure the day of his coming, and who can stand when he appears? For he is like a refiner's fire and like fullers' soap; he will sit as a refiner and purifier of silver, and he will purify the descendants of Levi and refine them like gold and silver, until they present offerings to the Lord in
in former years. Reader The Word of the Lord. People Thanks be to God.
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Psalm 84
How dear to me is your dwelling, O Lord of hosts! * My soul has a desire and longing for the courts of the Lord; my heart and my flesh rejoice in the living God. The sparrow has found her a house and the swallow a nest where she may lay her young; * by the side of your altars, O Lord of hosts, my King and my God. Happy are they who dwell in your house! * they will always be praising you. Happy are the people whose strength is in you! * whose hearts are set on the pilgrims' way. Those who go through the desolate valley will find it a place of springs, * for the early rains have covered it with pools of water. They will climb from height to height, * and the God of gods will reveal himself in Zion. Lord God of hosts, hear my prayer; * hearken, O God of Jacob. Behold our defender, O God; * and look upon the face of your Anointed. For one day in your courts is better than a thousand in my own room, * and to stand at the threshold of the house of my God than to dwell in the tents of the wicked. For the Lord God is both sun and shield; * he will give grace and glory; No good thing will the Lord withhold * from those who walk with integrity. O Lord of hosts, * happy are they who put their trust in you!
The Second Lesson
A Reading from Hebrews (2:14-18) Since God's children share flesh and blood, Jesus himself likewise shared the same things, so that through death he might destroy the one who has the power of death, that is, the devil, and free those who all their lives were held in slavery by the fear of death. For it is clear that he did not come to help angels, but the descendants of Abraham. Therefore he had to become like his brothers and sisters in every respect, so that he might be a merciful and faithful high priest in the service of God, to make a sacrifice of atonement for the sins of the people. Because he himself was tested by what he suffered, he is able to help those who are being tested. For the message about the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God. Reader The Word of the Lord. People Thanks be to God.
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Sequence Hymn “How Lovely is Thy Dwelling Place” Brother James’ Air Verses 1 & 2 before the Gospel; verses 3 & 4 after the Gospel
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The Holy Gospel
Celebrant The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Luke (2:22-40) People Glory to you, Lord Christ. When the time came for their purification according to the law of Moses, the parents of Jesus brought him up to Jerusalem to present him to the Lord (as it is written in the law of the Lord, "Every firstborn male shall be designated as holy to the Lord"), and they offered a sacrifice according to what is stated in the law of the Lord, "a pair of turtledoves or two young pigeons." Now there was a man in Jerusalem whose name was Simeon; this man was righteous and devout, looking forward to the consolation of Israel, and the Holy Spirit rested on him. It had been revealed to him by the Holy Spirit that he would not see death before he had seen the Lord's Messiah. Guided by the Spirit, Simeon came into the temple; and when the parents brought in the child Jesus, to do for him what was customary under the law, Simeon took him in his arms and praised God, saying, "Master, now you are dismissing your servant in peace, according to your word; for my eyes have seen your salvation, which you have prepared in the presence of all peoples, a light for revelation to the Gentiles and for glory to your people Israel." And the child's father and mother were amazed at what was being said about him. Then Simeon blessed them and said to his mother Mary, "This child is destined for the falling and the rising of many in Israel, and to be a sign that will be opposed so that the inner thoughts of many will be revealed-- and a sword will pierce your own soul too." There was also a prophet, Anna the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Asher. She was of a great age, having lived with her husband seven years after her marriage, then as a widow to the age of eighty-four. She never left the temple but worshiped there with fasting and prayer night and day. At that moment she came, and began to praise God and to speak about the child to all who were looking for the redemption of Jerusalem. When they had finished everything required by the law of the Lord, they returned to Galilee, to their own town of
Celebrant The Gospel of the Lord. People Praise to you, Lord Christ.
The Homily
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
for the resurrection of the dead, and the life of the world to come. Amen.
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The Prayers of the People
Let us pray. Almighty God, you reveal your glory to all the world in Jesus the Christ. As we bring offerings and come into your courts, purify our hearts and fill us with your grace—that we might present our lives to you, that we might bring the light of your love to everyone we meet, that our eyes might see the Savior in all that we do. Bless the Church to prepare the way for us to love and worship you in the world. Give wisdom and strength to all Bishops, Priests, and Deacons—especially Michael, Sam, and Anne our Bishops, Greg and Sally our priests. God
Hear our prayer. Pour out your grace upon this nation and all the nations of the world. Tear down the walls that separate us from
Hear our prayer. Open our eyes to see the beauty of your creation and stir up the desire to preserve and protect all that you have
seasons of life. God of Love, Hear our prayer. Bless all those whose lives are closely linked with ours, especially those celebrating birthdays this week: Make them happy in the year ahead and be their Light. God of Love, Hear our prayer. Bless all those who suffer in body, mind, or spirit, especially: For all those who have asked for our prayers: lift them up, and make them whole. God of Love, Hear our prayer. We remember all those who have died, especially: Give your servants your peace; bring them to your courts forevermore. God of Love, Hear our prayer. Purify our lives, O God, and bind us together by the Holy Spirit, in the communion of the Blessed Virgin Mary Mother of God, St. Patrick our patron, Blessed Simeon and Anna, and all your saints. God of Love, Hear our prayer. The Celebrant adds the concluding Collect. Lord, hear the prayers of your people; and what we have asked faithfully; grant that we may obtain effectually, to the glory of your Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen,
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The Confession of Sin
The Celebrant says Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor. Silence may be kept. Celebrant 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 says 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
Celebrant God makes peace within us. People Let us claim it. Celebrant God makes peace between us. People Let us share it.
Visitor Welcome and Announcements THE HOLY COMMUNION
Offertory “Blest are they” Choir The Presentation of Gifts Doxology 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.
The Great Thanksgiving
Eucharistic Prayer A 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. Celebrant It is right, and a good and joyful thing, always and everywhere to give thanks to you, Father Almighty, Creator of heaven and earth.
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Here a proper Preface is said by the Celebrant 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: 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
After supper he took the cup of wine; and when he had given thanks, he gave it to them, and said, “Drink this, all
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
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 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, forever and ever. Amen.
The Breaking of the Bread
The Celebrant breaks the consecrated bread. A period of silence is kept. Celebrant and People Alleluia! Christ our Passover is sacrificed for us; Therefore let us keep the feast. Alleluia!
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Communion Hymn “Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silence” Picardy
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Communion Hymn “Lord Jesus Christ” Taize
The Post Communion Prayer
Celebrant and People 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
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Recessional Hymn “Lift Up Your Heads, Ye Mighty Gates” Truro
The Dismissal
Celebrant Let us go forth in the name of Christ. People Thanks be to God.
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Welcome to Our Newcomers
We are happy to have you with us. This service is part of our ongoing life of worship, learning and service. We are here to deepen our relationship with God and with one another, and to explore how to live our lives more fully and compassionately. If you haven’t already done so, take a minute to visit our Welcome Center located in the Narthex where you can pick up information about our church and sign up to receive our weekly email updates. Should you wish to become a member of our church family, we invite you to call our church office (704-663- 5659) to verify your intent. For more information please visit our website (www.welcomestpat.org). Receiving Communion: In the Episcopal Church all baptized Christians, regardless of denomination, are invited to participate in the Holy Eucharist. When receiving wine, you may choose between dipping the bread in the chalice (intinction) or sipping directly. You may also receive the bread but decline the wine. Gluten free bread is available for those with gluten allergies. If you choose not to receive communion, but would like to receive a blessing, please come to the clergy with arms crossing your chest. Whatever your choices, God’s grace knows no bounds.
+ + + Those Serving our Community this Morning
8:00 a.m. service: Acolyte, Chalice Bearer, Reader: Jon Missert; Welcome Center: Cheryl Griffith 10:30 a.m. service: Acolyte: Scott Laughinghouse; Chalice Bearers: Brent Brower, Wes Bryant; Reader Lesson 1: Pat Patterson; Psalm: Jon Ramsey; Reader Lesson 2: Jackie Pehan; POP: Rita Azali; Lay Ministry of Healing: Emily Privette; Youth Acolytes: Rachael Shubert, Alex Sykes, Charlotte Warner; Ushers: Page & Gail Connelly, Barbara Pavlica, Mark Hatley; Greeters: Kathryn Farmer, Carol Miller; VPOD: Jay Maddocks; Welcome Center: Sharon & Pete Sale; Coffee Hosts; Kelley Lybrand, Emily Privette; Counter: Jim Welch; Altar Guild: Rita Azali, David & Rosemary Bramigk
+ + + This Week at St. Patrick’s
Centering Prayer at 7:40 a.m. & Morning Prayer Rite II at 8:00 a.m. meets Monday – Friday in the Sanctuary. Sunday, February 2 Presentation of our Lord Souper Bowl of Caring 8:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist Sanctuary 9:00 a.m. Understanding Old Testament Library 9:00 a.m. Faithful Citizenship Sanctuary 10:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist Sanctuary 2:00 p.m. LKN Gathering
Monday, February 3 10:00 a.m. ECW Meeting Library Tuesday, February 4 10:00 a.m. Needle Workers Group Youth Room 1:00 p.m. Mooresville Soup Kitchen Away 6:00 p.m. Centering Prayer Sanctuary 7:00 p.m. Choir Rehearsal Sanctuary Wednesday, February 5 9:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist Sanctuary 11:40 a.m. Preschool Chapel Sanctuary 5:30 p.m. Meditation Sanctuary Thursday, February 6 3:45 p.m. Handbell Choir Rehearsal Sanctuary 5:00 p.m. Room in the Inn DUMC Sunday, February 9 Fifth Sunday after Epiphany 8:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist Sanctuary 9:00 a.m. Finance Meeting Office 9:00 a.m. Understanding Old Testament Library 10:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist Sanctuary 5:30 p.m. EYC at St. Patrick’s Sanctuary 5:30 p.m. Cursillo Ultreya Concord
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Announcements
The Souper Bowl of Caring is today. Let us harness the energy and enthusiasm of Super Bowl weekend, a time when people come together for football, food and fun, to unite the nation for a higher good. Let’s show our dedication to tackling all of the issues that exist in our communities, including poverty, hunger and homelessness by the collecting of canned goods and donations at both worship services. The youth and children will collect monetary donations and canned food for those in need and send every dollar and food donation directly to Mooresville Christian Mission. ECW meet on Monday, February 3 at 10 a.m. in the library. The Episcopal Church Women (ECW) are part of the ministry and fellowship of all women of the Church. Women of all ages, ethnic origins and socioeconomic backgrounds come together in worship, prayer, study and service to help each other live the lives to which they’ve been called by Christ. Contact is Ann Farr (annfarr41@yahoo.com or 704-450-1459). Night host volunteers are needed for Room in the Inn on the first and third Thursdays through March. The dates are February 6, February 20, March 5 and March 19. Volunteers arrive early to make up beds, set out towels and toiletries for each neighbor, and set the tables for dinner. Two night hosts are needed to stay overnight with our guests. The following day we serve them breakfast and pack a lunch to take with them. Please sign up by going to our website (welcomestpat.org). Scroll down and click on the Volunteer heart. If you have questions or would like more information, contact Sigrid Gimla (sigridgimla@gmail.com or 704-779-8441). Charlotte Cursillo Ultreya will be held on Sunday, February 9 at All Saints' Episcopal Church in Concord. The group will gather at 5:30 p.m. for snacks and fellowship, followed by the Cursillo program at 6 p.m., and concluding by 7:30 p.m. Prospective Pilgrims (Candidates) who might want information about registering for the next Cursillo Weekend, August 6-9, at Camp Walter Johnson in Denton, NC, are most welcome to attend. Jan Millar, Interim Chairperson of the NC Cursillo Secretariat will be giving the Fourth Day Talk. For further information, please contact Dave Millar of All Saints’ (704-782-1318 or dmillar@carolina.rr.com) or Jay Maddocks of St. Patrick’s (336-918-0761 or jwmaddocks@gmail.com). Maeve Gilchrist in concert on Monday, March 16 at 7 p.m. She has been described as “a phenomenal harp player who can make her instrument ring with unparalleled purity.” Maeve has appeared at Celtic Connections in Glasgow, Tanglewood Jazz Festival, the World Harp Congress in Amsterdam and the historic opening of the Scottish Parliament. She has released five albums to date. In 2018, Maeve was a featured soloist on the Dreamworks’ blockbuster movie soundtrack, How to Train your Dragon: The Hidden World.
Charity Bike Ride at 8 a.m., for all skill levels, followed by a lunch for riders and guests and possibly a beer
$15 per person. We hope to make this a Signature Annual Event for St. Patrick's as we celebrate our patron Saint and share our mission with the Mooresville area community. Contact Ginny Stehle (704-402-5304 or ginny.stehle@gmail.com) for volunteer opportunities and more information. Peru mission trip through Health Bridges Intl. is April 15-25: John & Michelle Ong have traveled and worked in Arequipa, Peru for the past 15 years. They have been honored to work with Father Alex Busuttil in a very impoverished area where he has established a medical clinic, children’s home, preschool, soup kitchen and volunteer house. Parishioners met Father Alex when he visited St. Patrick’s in May 2019. The dates for the service trip this year will be April 15-25. All are welcome and no skills except love are needed. Students over the age of 15 are also welcome. Contact Michelle or John Ong for further information (704-582-1943 or michellestoweong@gmail.com). They ask for prayers and any financial support if you are able. Donations may be made through Health Bridges Intl (Hbint.org) or through Michelle and John.
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Give Hope Global Mission trips: Our Haiti trip will be June 12-19 and our Ghana trip will be July 10-19. The trips include education, construction, medical, and dental. These are truly life changing trips. Let this be the year you go out of your comfort zone to serve! Go to www.givehopeglobal.org to start the process. If you cannot go but would like to sponsor someone, please contact Bill Flannery (blbco@windstream.net). Reserve the Altar Flowers: Every Sunday our church is blessed to have beautiful flowers grace our altar. Donating altar flowers is a simple way to honor a loved one, glorify God, and beautify the altar. You determine the amount of how much money you would like to give. Make a check payable to St. Patrick's Episcopal Church and write flowers on the memo line. Sign up on the website (www.welcomestpat.org/volunteer) or by contacting the church office (704-663-5659 or parishadmin@welcomestpat.org). Prayer Partner Ministry needs volunteers. The Prayer Partner Ministry is a 19-year tradition whereby each volunteer is assigned a small group of families in the parish who are prayed for every day. It is a one-year commitment with no meetings or fundraising, just praying. If you would like to volunteer, please contact Mike Ferdinands (mpferdinands@gmail.com) or Hazel McCrone (hazel.mccrone@yahoo.com). Recycling Update: BSS, the company that receives the church’s recycling materials has announced changes that affect the types of materials that they will accept for recycling. New colored posters are in place in the copier room, kitchen and choir room hallway. If you have any questions regarding our recycling program, please contact Rick Krumel (rkrumel@roadrunner.com). Highlights include:
Upcoming Youth and Children’s Events
R.S.V.P. to Brigid Laird-Case, Children, Youth & Family Director (Blaird@welcomestpat.org or 704-663-5659 x205) Nursery: Available during the 10:30 a.m. service Children Formation: Preschool - 5th grade meets during the 10:30 a.m. service. Children will return to parents at The Peace. Youth Formation: Grades 6 - 12 meet from 9:30 - 10:15 a.m. Remember to check out the Children’s Youth and Family Week in Review via the Weekly News email blast on Thursdays for what’s upcoming and happening! February 2: Souper Bowl of Caring: Let’s show our dedication to tackling all of the issues that exist in our communities, including poverty, hunger and homelessness by collecting of canned goods and donations throughout the week and at both worship services. February 2: LKN Youth Gathering, 2 - 4:30 p.m. Join us at St. Alban’s Youth Room for a movie and snacks. February 9: EYC at St. Patrick’s 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Meal donations and volunteers are appreciated. March 5 & 15: LKN Youth Group Events March 22: EYC at St. Patrick’s 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Meal donations and volunteers are appreciated.
Diocesan Youth Events
For more details please view church calendar or contact Brigid. Scholarships are available. February 6-8: Bishop’s Ball Team Meeting February 28 - March 1: Bishop’s Ball (6-12 grades) March 13-14: Happening & Genesis Team Meeting March 27-29: Happening (9-12 grades) & Genesis (6-8 grades)
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Lord, you now have set your servant free to go in peace as you have promised; For these eyes of mine have seen the Savior, Whom you have prepared for all the world to see: A Light to enlighten the nations and the glory of your people Israel. (The Song of Simeon)