St. Paul’s Episcopal Church

In the Episcopal Diocese of East Carolina

Clark B. Fitz-Gerald (American, 1917-2004) The Plumb Line and the City, c. 1962

Wood and metal sculptureCathedral Church of St. Michael (New Coventry Cathedral), United

Kingdom

Sunday, July 15, 2018The Eighth Sunday after Pentecost

To Know Christ and to make Christ known…St. Paul’s invites all people to the Christian Way of unity with God and

neighborthrough a welcoming environment of worship and ministry

Please enter the church in silence so that all may have quiet time to prepare hearts and minds for worship.

The Holy EucharistVoluntary Antiphon V: How Good and How Pleasant Marcel Dupré

(from Vêpres du commun des fêtes de la Sainte Vierge, Op.18)Introit I Will Arise Traditional; arr. Parker/ShawI will arise and go to Jesus, He will embrace me in His arms, In the arms of my dear Savior, Oh! There are ten thousand charms. Teach me some melodious sonnet Sung by flaming tongues above, Praise the mount, I’m fixed upon it, Mount of Thy redeeming love. Come Thou Fount of every blessing, Tune my heart to sing Thy grace, Streams of mercy never ceasing, Call for songs of loudest praise.

The Word of GodProcessional Praise to the living God Hymnal 372The Celebrant says to the people: Book of Common Prayer 355 Blessed be God: Father, Son and Holy Spirit.People: And blessed be God’s kingdom, now and forever. Amen.Celebrant and PeopleAlmighty 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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Song of Praise – Canticle 20 Hymnal S2801 Glory to God in the highest, and peace to his people on earth.2 Lord God, heavenly King, almighty God and Father,we worship you, we give you thanks, we praise you for your glory.3 Lord Jesus Christ, only Son of the Father, Lord God, Lamb of God,4 you take away the sin of the world; have mercy on us;5 you are seated at the right hand of the Father; receive our prayer.6 For you alone are the Holy One, you alone are the Lord,7 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 BCP 231The Celebrant says to the people: The Lord be with you.People: And also with you Celebrant: Let us pray. O Lord, mercifully receive the prayers of your people who call upon you, and grant that they may know and understand what things they ought to do, and also may have grace and power faithfully to accomplish them; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen. (The people may be seated.)A Reading from Amos (7:7-15)This is what the Lord God showed me: the Lord was standing beside a wall built with a plumb line, with a plumb line in his

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hand. And the Lord said to me, “Amos, what do you see?” And I said, “A plumb line.” Then the Lord said,“See, I am setting a plumb line in the midst of my people Israel; I will never again pass them by; the high places of Isaac shall be made desolate, and the sanctuaries of Israel shall be laid waste, and I will rise against the house of Jeroboam with the sword.”Then Amaziah, the priest of Bethel, sent to King Jeroboam of Israel, saying, "Amos has conspired against you in the very center of the house of Israel; the land is not able to bear all his words. For thus Amos has said, 'Jeroboam shall die by the sword, and Israel must go into exile away from his land.' "And Amaziah said to Amos, "O seer, go, flee away to the land of Judah, earn your bread there, and prophesy there; but never again prophesy at Bethel, for it is the king’s sanctuary, and it is a temple of the kingdom."Then Amos answered Amaziah, "I am no prophet, nor a prophet’s son; but I am a herdsman, and a dresser of sycamore trees, and the Lord took me from following the flock, and the Lord said to me, 'Go, prophesy to my people Israel.'”Reader The Word of the Lord.People Thanks be to God. (Silence for reflection upon the reading.)

Psalm 85: 8-13 BCP 709

ANTIPHON8 I will listen to what the LORD God is saying,

for he is speaking peace to his faithful people4

(Antiphon: choir and congregation, verses of the Psalm sung by the choir)

and to those who turn their hearts to him.

9 Truly, his salvation is very near to those who fear him,that his glory may dwell in our land.

10 Mercy and truth have met together;righteousness and peace havekissed each other.

11 Truth shall spring up from the earth,

and righteousness shall look down from heaven.

12 The LORD will indeed grant prosperity, and our land will yield its increase.

13 Righteousness shall go before him,and peace shall be a pathway for his feet.

ANTIPHON

A Reading from Ephesians (1:3-14)Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in Christ with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places, just as he chose us in Christ before the foundation of the world to be holy and blameless before him in love. He destined us for adoption as his children through Jesus Christ, according to the good pleasure of his will, to the praise of his glorious grace that he freely bestowed on us in the Beloved. In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of his grace that he lavished on us. With all wisdom and insight he has made known to us the mystery of his will, according to his good pleasure that he set forth in Christ, as a plan for the fullness of time, to gather up all things in him, things in heaven and things on earth. In Christ we have also obtained an inheritance, having been destined according to the purpose of him who accomplishes all things according to his counsel and will, so that we, who were the first to set our hope on Christ, might live for the praise of his glory. In him you also, when you had heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation, and had believed in him, were marked with the seal of the promised Holy Spirit; this is the pledge of our inheritance toward redemption as God's own people, to the praise of his

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glory.Reader The Word of the Lord.People Thanks be to God.Hymn to Announce the Gospel Come thou fount of every blessing Hymnal 686The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ According to Mark (6:14-29)People: Glory to you, Lord Christ.King Herod heard of Jesus and his disciples, for Jesus’ name had become known. Some were saying, “John the baptizer has been raised from the dead; and for this reason these powers are at work in him.” But others said, “It is Elijah.” And others said, “It is a prophet, like one of the prophets of old.” But when Herod heard of it, he said, “John, whom I beheaded, has been raised.”For Herod himself had sent men who arrested John, bound him, and put him in prison on account of Herodias, his brother Philip’s wife, because Herod had married her. For John had been telling Herod, “It is not lawful for you to have your brother’s wife.” And Herodias had a grudge against him, and wanted to kill him. But she could not, for Herod feared John, knowing that he was a righteous and holy man, and he protected him. When he heard him, he was greatly perplexed; and yet he liked to listen to him. But an opportunity came when Herod on his birthday gave a banquet for his courtiers and officers and for the leaders of Galilee. When his daughter Herodias came in and danced, she pleased Herod and his guests; and the king said to the girl, “Ask me for whatever you wish, and I will give it.” And he solemnly swore to her, “Whatever you ask me, I will give you, even half of my kingdom.” She went out and said to her mother, “What should I ask for?” She replied, “The head of John the baptizer.” Immediately she rushed back to the king and requested, “I want you to give me at once the head of John the Baptist on a platter.” The king was deeply grieved; yet out of regard for his oaths and for the guests, he did not want to refuse her. Immediately the king sent a soldier of the guard with orders to

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bring John’s head. He went and beheaded him in the prison, brought his head on a platter, and gave it to the girl. Then the girl gave it to her mother. When his disciples heard about it, they came and took his body, and laid it in a tomb.Deacon: The Gospel of the Lord.People: Praise to you, Lord Christ.The Sermon The Rev. Dena WhalenThe Nicene Creed

BCP 358We 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 Go d, 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.The Prayers of the People (Form VI) (standing) BCP 392In peace, we pray to you, Lord God.Silence

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For all people in their daily life and work;For our families, friends, and neighbors, and for those who are alone.For Donald, our president; Roy, our governor; 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 the needy.For the peace and unity of the Church of God;For all who proclaim the Gospel, and all who seek the Truth.For Michael, our Presiding Bishop; Rob, our bishop; Dena and Adam, our priests; Kay, our deacon; Richard, our priest associate; Christ Church, New Bern, the Rev. Paul Canady, rector, the Rev. Cortney Dale, associate rector, the Rev. Deacon Lisa Kirby; for all bishops and other ministers;For all who serve God in his Church.For the special needs and concerns of this congregation; for those on our parish prayer list: Ed, John, Earl, Mary, Anne, Jim, Audrey, Jere, William, Eleanor, Barbara, Richard, Barb, Bob, Pat, Larry, and those friends of the Parish listed in the bulletin;SilenceThe People may add their own petitionsHear us, Lord;For your mercy is great.We thank you, Lord, for all the blessings of this life. SilenceThe People may add their own thanksgivingsWe 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 in your eternal kingdom.Silence

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The People may add their own petitionsLord, let your loving-kindness be upon them;Who put their trust in you.We pray to you also for the forgiveness of our sins.Silence may be kept.Leader and PeopleHave mercy upon us, most merciful Father;in your compassion forgive us our sins, known and unknown,things done and left undone;and so uphold us by your Spirit that we may live and serve you in newness of life,to the honor and glory of your Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Absolution Celebrant: Almighty God have mercy on you, forgive you all

your sins through the grace of Jesus Christ, strengthen you in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep you in eternal life. Amen.

The PeaceCelebrant The peace of the Lord be always with you.People And also with you.

The Holy CommunionOffertory Anthem Psalm 150

Charles V. Stanford(Text found on page 807 of the Book of Common Prayer.)

The people stand.

Congregational Response Hymnal 424

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The Great Thanksgiving Enriching Our Worship, Prayer 3 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.Celebrant All thanks and praise are yours at all times and in all places, our true and loving God; through Jesus Christ, your eternal Word, the Wisdom from on high by whom you created all things. You laid the foundations of the world and enclosed the waters with dry land;

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You brought forth all creatures of the earth and gave breath to humankind.

Wondrous are you, Holy One of Blessing, all you create is a sign of hope for our journey; And so as the morning stars sing your praises we join the heavenly beings and all creation as we shout with joy:Sanctus Hymnal S130

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 people stand or kneel)The Celebrant continuesGlory and honor are yours, Creator of all, your Word has never been silent; you called a people to yourself, as a light to the nations, you delivered them from bondage and led them to a land of promise.Of your grace, you gave Jesus to be human, to share our life, to proclaim the coming of your holy reign and give himself for us, a fragrant offering.Through Jesus Christ our Redeemer, you have freed us from sin, brought us into your life, reconciled us to you, and restored us to the glory you intend for us.We thank you that on the night before he died for us Jesus took bread, and when he had given thanks to you, he broke it, gave it to his friends and said:“Take, eat, this is my Body, broken for you. Do this for the remembrance of me.”After supper Jesus took the cup of wine, said the blessing, gave it to his friends and said:

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“Drink this, all of you: this cup is the new Covenant in my Blood, poured out for you and for all for the forgiveness of sin. Do this for the remembrance of me.”And so, remembering all that was done for us: the cross, the tomb, the resurrection and ascension, longing for Christ’s coming in glory, and presenting to you these gifts your earth has formed and human hands have made, we acclaim you, O Christ:Celebrant and PeopleDying you destroyed our death; Rising you restored our life; Lord Christ, come in glory.The Celebrant continuesSend your Holy Spirit upon us and upon these gifts of bread and wine that they may be to us the Body and Blood of your Christ. Grant that we, burning with your Spirit’s power, may be a people of hope, justice and love. Giver of Life, draw us together in the Body of Christ, and in the fullness of time gather us with all your people into the joy of our true eternal home.Through Christ and with Christ and in Christ, by the inspiration of your Holy Spirit, we worship you our God and Creator in voices of unending praise.Celebrant and PeopleBlessed are you now and for ever. AMEN.The Lord’s Prayer BCP 364The Breaking of the Bread A period of silence is kept.

Fraction Anthem (Near) Hymnal S155

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Celebrant The Gifts of God for the People of God. Communion of the People

All are welcome to receive Holy Communion at the altar. For the bread, place one hand over the other and hold them up chest high so the minister can easily place the bread on the palm of your hand. You may then consume the bread or hold it to dip (intinct) into the wine and then place it in your mouth. If you wish to receive the chalice, please guide it to your lips. If you do not wish to receive the wine, indicate by crossing your arms. After you have received the bread and the wine, it is appropriate to say “AMEN.” Gluten free communion bread is available. Ask the priest.

Communion MusicSing, ye faithful, sing with gladness Hymnal 492O day of God, draw nigh Hymnal 601Domine, dona nobis pacem

Taizé

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After Communion, the Celebrant says Let us pray. The people stand or kneel.People: Loving God, we give you thanks for restoring us in

your image and nourishing us with spiritual food in the Sacrament of Christ’s Body and Blood. Now send us forth a people, forgiven, healed, renewed; that we may proclaim your love to the world and continue in the risen life of Christ our Savior. Amen.

The Celebrant pronounces a blessing to which the congregation responds, “AMEN.”The Wisdom of God, the Love of God, and the Grace of God strengthen you to be Christ’s hands and heart in this world, in the name of the Holy Trinity. Amen.Processional Go forth for God; go to the world in peace Hymnal 347 Dismissal The Deacon dismisses the people, to which they reply: Thanks be to God.Voluntary Toccata in E Minor Johann Pachelbel

Our worship is ended; let our service begin.

ANNOUNCEMENTS CHRISTIAN EDUCATION – 9:20 – 10:20 a.m.

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TODAY: Verger Herb Gant will provide a look at the General Convention's history (formation of the Episcopal Church in America, first American Book of Common Prayer, unity in the Civil War) and topics currently under consideration (prayer book revision, marriage rites, and racism.)JULY 22: Rev. Dena Whalen and Zona Tounsley will report on this year’s General Convention.

JULY MOVIE NIGHT : Wednesday, July 18 Wonder (Part 2), starring Julia Roberts and Owen Wilson, is about a boy born with a facial difference. Can he convince his new classmates that he’s just like them?Hosted by the Children of the Good Shepherd and their families. Wonder, by R. J. Palacio, is recommended reading.5:45pm – Arrive & set up; 6:00 – POT LUCK SUPPER; 6:30-7:45 – Movie & DiscussionWOMEN AT THE WELL - our women’s reading group meets Monday, July 16, from 10-12:00 in the library. This month we are reading Lauren F. Winner’s Girl Meets God.  Lauren writes about her journey from Judaism to Christianity. She’s unconventional, a seeker, and passionate about the joys of her faith.

NEW PICTORIAL DIRECTORY: Our new photo board is taking shape! It will help us all to put names to faces. Thanks to all who have posed. Please feel free to provide your own 4X6 photo or allow us to take a shot! COMEDY AND MUSIC COLLIDE: Familiar faces from St. Paul’s will appear in Opera Wilmington's production of Die Fledermaus (The Bat) this month. Carl Samet plays the

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hapless attorney Dr. Blind, and St. Paul’s choristers Sarah Wells and Tanya Hanano are ensemble members. The opera is performed in English July 20, 22, 27 and 29 at UNC-W's MainStage Theatre and is part of UNC-W’s Lumina Festival. Appearing in “special guest” roles: soprano (and director) Nancy King (July 20 & 22) and baritone John Callison (July 27 & 29.) Full details and tickets are at operawilmington.org.

Ministry Schedule

July 15 – 8 Pentecost July 22 – 9 Pentecost

8:00 Greeter Linda Collette Tom Gerow8:00 Lay Ministers Larry Wright Merry Ann WrightBreakfast

Chefs Tom Ballard, Bob Crafts Merry Ann & Larry WrightAltar Guild Group 3 Group 4

Bread Bakers Valerie DeJarld Joan Rosko MillerFlower Guild Merry Ann Wright Anne Laudati

Greeters Tom Matthews, Jay Stewart,Trish Arnold

Sarah Johnson, Carol Field, Trish Arnold

Hospitality Lavender GreenIntercessor Trish Arnold Kathryn Hedgepeth

10:30Lay Ministers

Herb Gant, VergerLectors: Barbara Bucci, Cleve

Callison, Ronnie WiseEMs: Chip Carter, Steve Bucci

Assisting Minister: Don Brainard

Crucifer: Jeffrey HughesGospel Book Bearer:Carolyn Demorest

Herb Gant, VergerLectors: David Heath, Joan Rosko

Miller, Don BakerEMs: Carolyn Demorest, Royster

HedgepethAssisting Minister: Bill Anlyan

Crucifer: Chip CarterGospel Book Bearer: Marie

AshworthUshers Jane & Kenny Harkness Della & Turner Wortham

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Vestry Keith Calder Sue Sramek

Prayer List In our parish… People requesting prayer

ED ABLARDFR. JOHN

CAWTHORNEMARY EDWARDSANNE FREELINGAUDREY LEWIS

JERE LEWIS

WILLIAM MURPHYBARBARA

O’ROURKE BARB SCALIA

BOB SCALIAPAT WHITEHEADLARRY WRIGHT

DAWNFRANK CAVALLUZZI

BOB KEETERJIM SORRENTI

RAYLIENE STANDFIELD

WEEKLY CALENDARMONDAY 7/16 WOMEN AT THE WELL

10:00 AMTUESDAY 7/17 STUDY GROUP LIBRARY 7:30 AMWEDNESDAY 7/18 STAFF

10:00 AMDEACON’S OFFICE HOURS 10:00 AM –

2:00 PMHOLY EUCHARIST CHURCH 12:10

PMSUMMER SUPPER AND MOVIE PARISH HALL 5:45

PMTHURSDAY 7/19 GENTLEMEN OF NOBLE POVERTY

8:30 AMADULT EDUCATION PLANNING MEETING RM. B 9:00

AMFRIDAY 7/20 GENTL’MEN OF HUMBLE PRAYER PARISH HALL

7:45 AMFAITHSHARE LIBRARY

10:00 AMSATURDAY 7/21 ALTAR GUILD SACRISTY 9:00 AM

CAPE FEAR KNITTERS PARISH HALL 9:30 AM

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so we can get to know each other!Celebrating July Birthdays

7/01 Logan Evans, Lynne Goodspeed, Richard Laudati, Patrick Losee,7/03 Tom Erway, Elaine Francis, Linda Morgan, 7/04 Brad Van Amberg,7/05 Rebecca Letson, 7/06 Carrie Anderson-Kincaid, 7/07 Ed Ablard,7/08 M.J. Giammaria, Eleanor Iacovelli, 7/10 Peg Brunton, Jere Lewis,

7/12 Lynn Graham, 7/13 Patrick Tine, 7/16 Bob Crafts, Dick Rowe, 7/19 Happy Jones, 7/20 Lillian Odum, 7/24 Lena Howell, Kathy Richardson,

7/26 Leon Tillery,7/27 Jeanne Stewart, 7/29 Tom Ballard, 7/30 Kathryn Coiro

7/31 Andy Kennedy, Judy WilsonA Warm Welcome to Everyone!

Thank you for worshiping with us today. If you are new to St. Paul’s, please fill out a Guest card and place it in the offering plate or give it to the greeter or an usher. We invite you to join us following the 8:00 a.m. Eucharist for breakfast in the parish hall. For those attending the 10:30 service, please stay for the reception also in the parish hall. Please come to St. Paul’s again.

Would you like to know more about St. Paul’s?The first Sunday of each month, we host a coffee for all who would like to learn more about St. Paul’s Episcopal Church. Participation does not commit you to church membership, but it is an opportunity for you to explore the life and ministry of St. Paul’s.The coffee will be held in the library immediately after the 10:30 worship. Hope to see you there!

St. Paul’s Episcopal Church

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16 North Sixteenth StreetWilmington, North Carolina 28401

www.spechurch.com (910) 762-4578Bulletin submissions: bulletin@spechurch.com (Deadline Mondays,

5:00 p.m.)E-news submissions: e-news@spechurch.com (Deadline Mondays

5:00 p.m.)The Rt. Rev. Robert Skirving, Bishop

The Rev. Dena Whalen, RectorThe Rev. Adam Pierce, Assistant Rector

The Rev. Deacon Kay SwindellThe Rev. Richard Banks, Priest Associate

Ronnie D. Wise, Director of Music and OrganistRichard Rhoads, Assistant Director of Music and Organist

Carl Samet, Parish AdministratorGreg Bushman, Facilities Manager

Diane Matz-Kane, BookkeeperBrent Erway and Walter Alonzo, Sextons

St. Paul’s VestryTwink Barr – Children & YouthBarbara Bucci – MembershipKeith Calder – Junior WardenJoe Farri – Christian FormationHerb Gant – WorshipSteve Haughey – Buildings & Grounds

Royster Hedgepeth – StewardshipRichard Laudati – Parish LifeSue Sramek – Pastoral CareRick Thayer – Community MinistryJan Vick – Ormond CenterSpencer Weig – Senior Warden

Treasurer: Bob SwindellClerk: Merry Ann Wright

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