St. John’s Episcopal Church

76 Market Street, Salem, NJ 08079 856-935-1798

Established 1722

First Sunday After Epiphany

Baptism of Our Lord January 10, 2016

Order of Service

8:00 and 10:30 a.m.

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Holy Eucharist – Rite I 8:00 a.m.

The Word of God

Opening Acclamation BCP-323

Collect for Purity BCP-323

Lord, have mercy upon us. BCP-324

The Collect of the Day

Father in heaven, who at the baptism of Jesus in the River Jordan proclaimed him your beloved Son and anointed him with the Holy Spirit: Grant that all who are baptized into his Name may keep the covenant they have made, and boldly confess him as Lord and Savior; who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, in glory everlasting. Amen.

Isaiah 43:1-7

Psalm 29 Afferte Domino BCP-620

Acts 8:14-17

The Gospel (please stand) Luke 3:15-17, 21-22

Sermon The Rev. C. Scott Trull The Nicene Creed BCP-326

The Prayers of the People BCP-328

The Peace BCP-332

THE HOLY COMMUNION

Eucharistic Prayer 1 BCP-333

The Lord’s Prayer BCP-336

All Baptized Christians are Welcome to Receive Communion. Post Communion Prayer BCP-339

The Blessing and Dismissal BCP-339

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Holy Choral Eucharist – Rite II 10:30 a.m.

The Word of God

Prelude Christ unser Herr zum Jordan kamm, BWV 684 Johann Sebastian Bach

Choral Introit How Bright Appears the Morning Star Johann Sebastian Bach Processional Hymn “Out of Deep Unordered Water” Insert

Rustington

Opening Acclamation BCP-355 Collect for Purity BCP-355 Gloria William Mathias S-278 The Collect of the Day

Father in heaven, who at the baptism of Jesus in the River Jordan proclaimed him your beloved Son and anointed him with the Holy Spirit: Grant that all who are baptized into his Name may keep the covenant they have made, and boldly confess him as Lord and Savior; who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, in glory everlasting. Amen.

Isaiah 43:1-7

Thus says the LORD, he who created you, O Jacob, he who formed you, O Israel: Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by name, you are mine. When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they shall not overwhelm you; when you walk through fire you shall not be burned, and the flame shall not consume you. For I am the LORD your God, the Holy One of Israel, your Savior. I give Egypt as your ransom, Ethiopia and Seba in exchange for you. Because you are precious in my sight, and honored, and I love you,

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I give people in return for you, nations in exchange for your life. Do not fear, for I am with you; I will bring your offspring from the east, and from the west I will gather you; I will say to the north, "Give them up," and to the south, "Do not withhold; bring my sons from far away and my daughters from the end of the earth-- everyone who is called by my name, whom I created for my glory, whom I formed and made."

Psalm 29 Afferte Domino BCP-620

(Anglican Chant sung by the Choir) Henry Ley

1 Ascribe to the LORD, you gods, * ascribe to the LORD glory and strength. 2 Ascribe to the LORD the glory due his Name; * worship the LORD in the beauty of holiness. 3 The voice of the LORD is upon the waters; the God of glory thunders; * the LORD is upon the mighty waters. 4 The voice of the LORD is a powerful voice; * the voice of the LORD is a voice of splendor. 5 The voice of the LORD breaks the cedar trees; * the LORD breaks the cedars of Lebanon; 6 He makes Lebanon skip like a calf, * and Mount Hermon like a young wild ox. 7 The voice of the LORD splits the flames of fire; the voice of the LORD shakes the wilderness; * the LORD shakes the wilderness of Kadesh. 8 The voice of the LORD makes the oak trees writhe * and strips the forests bare. 9 And in the temple of the LORD * all are crying, "Glory!" 10 The LORD sits enthroned above the flood; * the LORD sits enthroned as King for evermore.

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11 The LORD shall give strength to his people; * the LORD shall give his people the blessing of peace.

Acts 8:14-17

When the apostles at Jerusalem heard that Samaria had accepted the word of God, they sent Peter and John to them. The two went down and prayed for them that they might receive the Holy Spirit (for as yet the Spirit had not come upon any of them; they had only been baptized in the name of the Lord Jesus). Then Peter and John laid their hands on them, and they received the Holy Spirit. Gradual Hymn “Baptized In Water” Insert

Gaelic Melody

The Gospel (please stand) Luke 3:15-17, 21-22

As the people were filled with expectation, and all were questioning in their hearts concerning John, whether he might be the Messiah, John answered all of them by saying, "I baptize you with water; but one who is more powerful than I is coming; I am not worthy to untie the thong of his sandals. He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire. His winnowing fork is in his hand, to clear his threshing floor and to gather the wheat into his granary; but the chaff he will burn with unquenchable fire." Now when all the people were baptized, and when Jesus also had been baptized and was praying, the heaven was opened, and the Holy Spirit descended upon him in bodily form like a dove. And a voice came from heaven, "You are my Son, the Beloved; with you I am well pleased."

Sermon The Rev. C. Scott Trull

The Nicene Creed BCP-358 The Prayers of the People (Form II) BCP-385 Confession BCP-360 Absolution BCP-360 The Peace BCP-360 Announcements

THE HOLY COMMUNION

Anthem O Come, Everyone that Thirsteth (Elijah) Felix Mendelssohn O come, everyone that thirsteth, O come to him, O come to the waters, come ye unto to him. O hear, and your souls shall live forever.

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Presentation H-380, v. 3 OLD HUNDREDTH

Praise God from whom all blessings flow, Praise God all creatures here below, Praise God above, ye heavenly host,

Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen. Eucharistic Prayer B BCP-367 Sanctus Richard Proulx S-125 Memorial Acclamation McNeil Robinson II S-138 Amen McNeil Robinson II S-146 The Lord’s Prayer BCP-364 The Breaking of the Bread BCP-364 Fraction Christ Our Passover David Hurd S-154 Agnus Dei David Hurd S-161

All Baptized Christians are Welcome to Receive Communion.

Communion Hymn “ I Come, the Great Redeemer Cries” H-116 This Endris Night

Post Communion Prayer BCP-365 Prayer for the Election of a Rector BCP-818

Almighty God, giver of every good gift: Look graciously on your Church, and so guide the minds of those who shall choose a rector for this parish, that we may receive a faithful pastor, who will care for your people and equip us for our ministries; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. The Blessing BCP-366 Recessional Hymn “Christ, When for Us You Were Baptized” H-121

Caithness

The Dismissal BCP-366

Organ Postlude Christ unser Herr zum Jordan kamm Johann Pachelbel It has long been the custom at St. John’s Church for the congregation to be seated and listen to the Organ Postlude. Please do not feel compelled to do so; but if you prefer to leave immediately after the candles are extinguished, please depart quietly so those who wish to do so may listen prayerfully to the Postlude.

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Today’s Altar flowers are given by the Buck Family to the Glory of God and in loving memory of their Son, Brother, Uncle, and Great Uncle, Joseph Odie Buck. The flowers at the Chancel steps this morning are given by Gail Boyd in memory of her Parents, Edna and Charles Schneider.

We welcome The Rev. C. Scott Trull as the celebrant this morning. Father Scott regularly attends our services and it is good to have him lead us this morning.

ANNOUNCEMENTS MUSIC IN THE LITURGY: Today we celebrate the Baptism of Our Lord as we always do on the First Sunday after the Epiphany. (Epiphany was January 6.) All of the music is chosen to complement or expand upon the themes of the lessons and prayers for this Feast Day. The Choir sings as an Introit the first verse of one of the most frequently used Epiphany chorales in a harmonization by Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750). The Choir chants the Psalm in a setting by Henry Ley (1887-1962), an English composer and organist (Christ Church Cathedral, Oxford), and teacher (Royal College of Music). The Offering Anthem is a brief chorus (originally intended for sol quartet) from the Oratorio, Elijah, by Felix Mendelssohn (1809-1847), among the most important of all early Romantic German Composers, teachers, conductors and pianists/organists. The Organ Prelude is a large chorale prelude based on Luther’s Catechism hymn for Baptism. It is from the great Eighteen Leipzig Chorales by Johann Sebastian Bach. The Organ Postlude is a setting of the same chorale by Johann Pachelbel (1653-1706). St. John’s Handbell Ringers mid-week rehearsals resume this Wednesday, January 13, at 6:45 PM. If you are interested in joining our magnificent group of ringers, now would be the perfect time. See Bill Clisham ASAP. Choir & Bell “Post-Holiday Party”: will be held on Sunday, January 24, 1:30 PM, at the home of Bill and Mary Anne Clisham, 80 Hiles Avenue, in Elk Terrace, Quinton Township. See Bill Clisham for details.

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Food Pantry: The Food Pantry distribution day is on Tuesday from noon to 2:00 p.m. This decision was made after some careful research which noted that there are a number of other pantry sites within Salem City which cover all the days of the week with the exception of Tuesday. There are copies of the distribution sites on the hall counter in the Parish House. Please note that we continue to need volunteers and contributions. We served 24 people this week. Please help where you are able. January 1/5 Sue Harker; 1/12 Gwen Norton; 1/19 Gwen Norton; Volunteers 1/26 Gwen Norton.

Attendance Dec 20 Dec 24 Dec 27 Jan 3 8:00 am 18 5:00 p.m. 73 13 18 10:30 am 58 10.30 p.m. 51 68 31 Dec 25 10:00 a.m.12 1/3 Pledge $1,032.40 Loose Offering $ 24.52 Counters: 01/10: Curt Harker and Virginia Sisco We appreciate the Participants in Today’s Services: 8:00 a.m. Presiding and Preaching The Rev. C. Scott Trull Celebrants The People of St. John’s Chalicist/Lector/POP Jim Davis 10:30 a.m. Presiding & Preaching The Rev. C. Scott Trull Assisting The Rev. Sally Maurer, Deacon Celebrants The People of St. John’s Minister of Music Bill Clisham St. John’s Choir Chalicist Sue Harker Lector Mary Anne Clisham Prayers of the People Mary Anne Clisham

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Acolyte Guild Ron Wohlrab, Crucifer David Miller and Emma Bailey, Acolytes Ushers

This Week’s Parish Calendar

Sun, 1/10 The First Sunday After The Epiphany, The Baptism of Our Lord 8:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist Rite I in the Chapel; 9:00 a.m. Choir Rehearsal; 10:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist Rite II in the Church; Fellowship Hour – ECW Sandwich Sunday; January Regular Vestry Meeting. Mon, 1/11 5:00-6:00 p.m. Yoga. Tue, 1/12 Quilters;

7:00 p.m. NA.

Wed, 1/13 Noon Day Prayer in the Chapel; 6:45 p.m. Handbell Rehearsal;

8:00 p.m. AA. Thu, 1/14 5:00-6:00 p.m. Yoga. Sat, 1/16 St. John’s Quilters’ Display. Next Sun, 1/17 The Second Sunday After The Epiphany 8:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist Rite I in the Chapel; 9:00 a.m. Choir Rehearsal; 10:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist Rite II in the Church; 12:30 Luncheon and Annual Meeting. REMEMBER: Luncheon and Annual Meeting next Sunday, January 17, 2016, following Second Service. REMINDER: If you should turn in a report for the Annual Meeting, it is due in the office Monday.

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Prayers

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Church Directory

Ordained Ministry The Rev. Deacon Sally Maurer Cell (856) 297-2385 Sue Harker - Senior Warden (856)981-3047 David Miller - Junior Warden (609)202-7197 Ann Neff - Clerk (856) 358-9610 Mary Anne Clisham – Recording Secretary (908)472-7596 Ann Neff - Treasurer (856) 358-9610 Committees Liturgy and Worship Ron Wohlrab, Chair (856) 935-0098 Buildings and Grounds David Miller, Chair (609) 202-7197 Finance Chair Adult Education Eileen Miller, Chair, and Fr. Steve (609) 202-7220 Youth Education Chair Outreach Rev. Sally Maurer, Chair (856) 769-1409 ECW President Diane Wohlrab (856) 935-0098 Parish Staff Warren Bye – Parish Sexton (856) 935-1798 William F. Clisham, Jr., Minister of Music (908) 472-7597 Marjorie Warren – Parish Secretary (856) 935-1798 Eileen Miller, Forerunner Editor (609)202-7220 Email: ecmiller114@gmail.com