The Collect of the Day The Lessons

Prelude: Salzburg
Jean Pasquet
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Hallelujah!
How good it is to sing praises to our God! *
how pleasant it is to honor him with praise!
2
The LORD rebuilds Jerusalem; *
he gathers the exiles of Israel.
Hymn In Procession (10 AM):
135 Songs of thankfulness and praise (Salzburg)
The Collect of the Day
Set us free, O God, from the bondage of our sins, and give us the liberty of
that abundant life which you have made known to us in your Son our Savior
Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
one God, now and for ever. Amen.
The Lessons
The First Lesson
Isaiah 40:21–31
Have you not known? Have you not heard? Has it not been told you from
the beginning? Have you not understood from the foundations of the earth?
It is he who sits above the circle of the earth, and its inhabitants are like
grasshoppers; who stretches out the heavens like a curtain, and spreads
them like a tent to live in; who brings princes to naught, and makes the rulers
of the earth as nothing. Scarcely are they planted, scarcely sown, scarcely
has their stem taken root in the earth, when he blows upon them, and they
wither, and the tempest carries them off like stubble. To whom then will you
compare me, or who is my equal? says the Holy One. Lift up your eyes
on high and see: Who created these? He who brings out their host and
numbers them, calling them all by name; because he is great in strength,
mighty in power, not one is missing. Why do you say, O Jacob,and speak,
O Israel,” My way is hidden from the LORD, and my right is disregarded
by my God”? Have you not known? Have you not heard? The LORD is the
everlasting God, the Creator of the ends of the earth. He does not faint
or grow weary; his understanding is unsearchable. He gives power to the
faint,and strengthens the powerless. Even youths will faint and be weary,
and the young will fall exhausted; but those who wait for the LORD shall
renew their strength, they shall mount up with wings like eagles, they shall
run and not be weary, they shall walk and not faint.
Reader
People
The Word of the Lord.
Thanks be to God.
that I might win those under the law. To those outside the law I became
as one outside the law (though I am not free from God’s law but am under
Christ’s law) so that I might win those outside the law. To the weak I became
weak, so that I might win the weak. I have become all things to all people,
that I might by all means save some. I do it all for the sake of the gospel, so
that I may share in its blessings.
Congregation Antiphon
3
He heals the brokenhearted *
and binds up their wounds.
4
He counts the number of the stars *
and calls them all by their names.
Reader
People
Sequence Hymn
(8 AM) 135 Songs of thankfulness and praise (Salzburg)
(10 AM) 774 From miles around the sick ones came (Tucker)
Congregation Antiphon
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6
Celebrant
People
Great is our LORD and mighty in power; *
there is no limit to his wisdom.
8
He covers the heavens with clouds *
and prepares rain for the earth;
Congregation Antiphon
9
He makes grass to grow upon the mountains *
and green plants to serve mankind.
10 Heprovidesfoodforflocksandherds*
and for the young ravens when they cry.
Congregation Antiphon
11 He is not impressed by the might of a horse; *
he has no pleasure in the strength of a man;
Psalm 147:1–12, 21c
12 But the LORD has pleasure in those who fear him, *
in those who await his gracious favor.
The Psalm is said at 8 AM and sung antiphonally with the choir at 10 AM.
21c Hallelujah!
Choir
Antiphon
Congregation Antiphon
Congregation Antiphon
The Second Lesson
Mark 1:29-39
Jesus left the synagogue at Capernaum, and entered the house of Simon
and Andrew, with James and John. Now Simon’s mother-in-law was in bed
with a fever, and they told him about her at once. He came and took her
by the hand and lifted her up. Then the fever left her, and she began to
serve them. That evening, at sundown, they brought to him all who were
sick or possessed with demons. And the whole city was gathered around
the door. And he cured many who were sick with various diseases, and
cast out many demons; and he would not permit the demons to speak,
because they knew him. In the morning, while it was still very dark, he
got up and went out to a deserted place, and there he prayed. And Simon
and his companions hunted for him. When they found him, they said to
him, “Everyone is searching for you.” He answered, “Let us go on to the
neighboring towns, so that I may proclaim the message there also; for that
is what I came out to do.” And he went throughout Galilee, proclaiming the
message in their synagogues and casting out demons.
Congregation Antiphon
Sing to the LORD with thanksgiving; *
make music to our God upon the harp.
The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Mark.
Glory to you, Lord Christ.
The Gospel of the Lord
The LORD lifts up the lowly, *
but casts the wicked to the ground.
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The Word of the Lord.
Thanks be to God.
Celebrant
People
The Gospel of the Lord.
Praise to you, Lord Christ.
The Sermon
The Rev. Leslie J. Hague
Organ Offertory (8 AM)
Prelude
Communion Anthem (10 AM)
Heart’s Adoration
1 Corinthians 9:16–23
If I proclaim the gospel, this gives me no ground for boasting, for an
obligation is laid on me, and woe to me if I do not proclaim the gospel! For
if I do this of my own will, I have a reward; but if not of my own will, I am
entrusted with a commission. What then is my reward? Just this: that in
my proclamation I may make the gospel free of charge, so as not to make
full use of my rights in the gospel. For though I am free with respect to all,
I have made myself a slave to all, so that I might win more of them. To the
Jews I became as a Jew, in order to win Jews. To those under the law I
became as one under the law (though I myself am not under the law) so
C. Hubert H. Parry
Benedetto Marchello
Communion Hymns (10 AM):
772 O Christ, the healer (Kedron)
773 Heal me, hands of Jesus (Sharpe)
Hymn in Procession
423 Immortal, invisible, God only wise (St. Denio)
Postlude: St. Denio
Noël Goemanne
The Bible texts of the Old Testament, Epistle and Gospel lessons are from the New Revised
Standard Version Bible, copyright 1989 by the Division of Christian Education of the National
Council of the Church of Christ in the USA, and used by permission. The Collects, Psalms
and Canticles are from the Book of Common Prayer, 1979.
Those Serving Today
This week...
Those who celebrate their birthday this week: Bruce Leighty, Charley
Roberts, Wil Harkins, Rachel Reich and Steve Bennett.
The Altar flowers are given to the glory of God.
Announcements
Outreach Envelope: ChildFund International
Donations support Dery in Honduras, Gabriel in Brazil, Wilhelmina in
Indonesia, Alonte in the USA, and Mailyn in the Philippines. Thank you.
Lisa Harkins, Mission & Outreach Committee
Outreach Basket: Towels and toiletries for the Arlington Street People’s
Assistance Network (A-SPAN)
Pilgrimage of the Passions: Spiritual Baking
Pilgrimage of the Passions continues this Wed., Feb.11 at 7:30 PM with a
fascinating, hands-on, presentation by Laura West on Spiritual Baking. We
will hear how the ancient, life-giving practice of baking bread is actually
a spiritual discipline. We will learn about communion bread as we make
special bread to be used during communion for the Bishop’s visit. It promises
to be a wonderful, fun, and holy evening…please join us!
Lectors
8:00 AM
10:00 AM
Lay Eucharistic Ministers 10:00 AM
Acolytes
10:00 AM
Ushers
8:00 AM
10:00 AM
Welcoming Ministry
10:00 AM
Altar Guild
Nursing Home Ministry
St. Clare Ministry
Counters
Chuck Weston
Elizabeth Keys, Janet Hansen
Linda Denson, Fran Field
Chris Hume, Rick Hightower
Paul Sullivan, Judy Sullivan
Cindy Matlack, Tim Matlack
Roberta Thibodaux
Linda Denson
Molly & Carole French, Katherine Spinney, Dave Wright (music)
Sandra Phaup
Vicki Barnett, Rick Hightower
This Week at St. Michael’s
Sunday, February 8, 2015
The Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany
Welcome!
It is always a joy to welcome in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ people
new to St. Michael’s Church. We are glad to worship with you!
The service today may be found in the Order of Worship booklet located in
the pew racks; the hymns may be found in The Hymnal 1982 and Wonder,
Love and Praise. All other information can be found in this Service Bulletin.
In The Episcopal Church all baptised Christians are welcome at the Lord’s
table to receive communion.
Sun., Feb. 8
5 Epiphany
8:00 AM 10:00 AM 10:00 AM
10:45 AM
11:15 AM
4:00 PM
Bishop’s Visitation, Feb. 15
Bishop Shannon Johnston will visiting on Feb. 15 during the 10:00 AM
service. Please consider bringing an item for coffee hour that day to make
the occasion special. Donations should be dropped off in the kitchen prior
to the service. Please note: only one service will be held that day.
Mon., Feb. 9
7:00 PM
Parish Office closed
Women of Wisdom
Tue., Feb. 10
7:00 PM
7:30 PM
Youth Choir rehearsal
Finance Committee meeting
Upcoming Events Mark the Beginning of Lent
Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper: Feb. 17 from 6 –7 PM
Wed., Feb. 11
7:30 PM
Pilgrimage of the Passions
Thu., Feb. 12
7:00 PM
7:30 PM
Handbell Choir Rehearsal
Adult Choir Rehearsal
Mr. Carlos Marquina Fri., Feb. 13
11:00 AM
3:30 PM
8:30 PM
Eucharistic Visit at Powhatan
Bible Challenge & Beyond(ers)
Al-Anon
Ms. Melanie Monahan
Ash Wednesday Services: Feb. 18, 7 AM & 7:30 PM, Holy Eucharist and
Imposition of Ashes; Noon, Stations of the Cross and Imposition of Ashes
Lenten Quiet Morning: St. Michael’s tradition of a Quiet Morning returns
on Sat., Feb. 21, from 9 AM–noon, to provide an opportunity for spiritual
reflection and growth at the start of Lent. Participants are invited to attend
for as much or as little time as they wish during those hours.
Sunday Morning Bible Study Returns to St. Michael’s Beginning Feb. 22 and continuing through Lent, there will be a Scripture
discussion session each Sunday through Pentecost in the library between
services. The discussions will be led by a wonderful team of parishioners
including Anne Jacoby, Judy Andrews, Fran Field, Barb Adams and Sandra
Phaup. Each Sunday the Scripture readings for the day will be discussed.
This promises to be an exciting opportunity to ask questions, share views,
and delve into the marvelous words of the Bible. The sessions will run from
9:10 to 9:50 AM each Sunday. Please grab a cup of coffee then join us in
the library for some fabulous discussion!
Reminder:
The deadline for bulletin announcements is Thursday at noon.
Sun., Feb. 15
Last Epiphany
10:00 AM 10:00 AM
10:45 AM
11:15 AM
Contemplative Eucharist
Holy Eucharist II & Annual Meeting
Children’s Chapel
Nursing Home Service at Potomac
Sunday School
Homeless Bagged Meal Preparation
Service Bulletin
Bishop Shannon’s Visitation
Holy Eucharist II
Children’s Chapel
Nursing Home Service at Potomac
Sunday School
Readings for Next Sunday
Please introduce yourself to us and let us welcome you at our Coffee Hour
in the Parish Hall following the service.
Yours in Christ,
Leslie Hague+, Rector
St. Michael’s Staff
The Rev. Leslie J. Hague Rector
The Rev. George M. Caldwell Priest Associate
The Rev. Ann H. Truitt
Priest Associate
Mr. David W. Donaldson Organist & Choirmaster
Sexton
Mrs. Helen Hines
Treasurer
Director of Christian Education
for Children & Youth
Mrs. Carmen Blanco Fernandez
Mrs. Lucy Jimenez
Nursery Attendants
St. Michael’s Vestry
Class of 2015
Janet Hansen, Greg Hume (Senior Warden), Mick Sutter
Class of 2016
Dan Botticello, Molly French, Laura West
Class of 2017
Tad McCall, Karen Ruff, Alice Thomas (Register)
2 Kings 2:1–12 • Psalm 50:1–62 • Corinthians 4:3–6 • Mark 9:2–9
These websites can guide your thoughts about each week’s assigned readings (First Lesson,
Psalm, Second Lesson and The Gospel). Many other commentaries are available, as are our
priests and other ministers:
• montreal.anglican.org/comments/
• rockies.net/~spirit/sermon.html (Click on Year B Sermons)
St. Michael’s Episcopal Church
1132 N. Ivanhoe Street • Arlington, VA 22205-2445
703.241.2474 • parishoffice@stmichaelsarlington.org
www.stmichaelsarlington.org