SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT December 9, 2018

HOLY EUCHARIST

with HOLY BAPTISM 10:30 A.M.

WE WELCOME YOU!

We are delighted to worship with you, wherever you are on your spiritual journey.

Nursery care is unavailable today. Children are welcome in worship and at the altar.

Our liturgy is found in THE BOOK OF COMMON PRAYER (BCP). Hymns are found in THE HYMNAL 1982;

service music is in the front section of THE HYMNAL, where the number is preceded by an “S”.

Generally, we stand to sing, kneel to pray, and sit to listen; this leaflet will guide you through the worship experience.

THE WORD OF GOD VOLUNTARY: Comfort, comfort ye my people arr. Robert Powell WELCOME HYMN 67 (Please stand.) Comfort, comfort ye my people THE OPENING SALUTATION Blessed be the one, holy, and living God. Glory to God for ever and ever. There is one Body and one Spirit; there is one hope in God's call to us; One Lord, one Faith, one Baptism; one God and Father of all. THE COLLECT OF THE DAY The Lord be with you. And also with you. Let us pray. (All kneel or stand as you are able.) Merciful God, who sent your messengers the prophets to preach repentance and prepare the way for our salvation: Give us grace to heed their warnings and forsake our sins, that we may greet with joy the coming of Jesus Christ our Redeemer; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen. Please be seated. Children are dismissed for Sunday School.

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THE FIRST LESSON 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 righteousness. Then the offering of Judah and Jerusalem will be pleasing to the Lord as in the days of old and as in former years.

The word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. CANTICLE 16 (choir and congregation)

[Bless-ed be] the Lord, the God of / Israel; *

he has come to his people / and set them free.

He has raised up for us a mighty / savior, * born of the house of his / servant David.

Through his holy prophets he promised of old, that he would save us from our / enemies, * from the hands of / all who hate us.

He promised to show mercy to our / fathers * and to remember his / holy covenant.

This was the oath he swore to our father / Abraham, * to set us free from the / hands of our enemies,

Free to worship him / without fear, * holy and righteous in his sight all the / days of our life.

You, my child, shall be called the prophet of the / Most High, * for you will go before the Lord / to prepare his way,

To give his people knowledge of sal/vation * by the for/giveness of their sins.

In the tender compassion / of our God * the dawn from on high shall / break upon us,

To shine on those who dwell in darkness and the / shadow of death, * and to guide our feet in/to the way of peace.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy / Spirit: * as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for / ever. Amen.

THE SECOND LESSON Philippians 1:3-11 I thank my God every time I remember you, constantly praying with joy in every one of my prayers for all of you, because of your sharing in the gospel from the first day until now. I am confident of this, that

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the one who began a good work among you will bring it to completion by the day of Jesus Christ. It is right for me to think this way about all of you, because you hold me in your heart, for all of you share in God's grace with me, both in my imprisonment and in the defense and confirmation of the gospel. For God is my witness, how I long for all of you with the compassion of Christ Jesus. And this is my prayer, that your love may overflow more and more with knowledge and full insight to help you to determine what is best, so that in the day of Christ you may be pure and blameless, having produced the harvest of righteousness that comes through Jesus Christ for the glory and praise of God.

The word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. GOSPEL PROCESSION – HYMN 56 (Choir will sing a verse, then all sing refrain.) Veni, Veni, Emmanuel

Refrain: Rejoice! Rejoice! Emmanuel shall come to thee, O Israel!

THE GOSPEL Luke 3:1-6 The Holy Gospel ... Glory to you, Lord Christ.

In the fifteenth year of the reign of Emperor Tiberius, when Pontius Pilate was governor of Judea, and Herod was ruler of Galilee, and his brother Philip ruler of the region of Ituraea and Trachonitis, and Lysanias ruler of Abilene, during the high priesthood of Annas and Caiaphas, the word of God came to John son of Zechariah in the wilderness. He went into all the region around the Jordan, proclaiming a baptism of repentance for the forgiveness of sins, as it is written in the book of the words of the prophet Isaiah, "The voice of one crying out in the wilderness: 'Prepare the way of the Lord, make his paths straight. Every valley shall be filled, and every mountain and hill shall be made low, and the crooked shall be made straight, and the rough ways made smooth; and all flesh shall see the salvation of God.'"

The Gospel of the Lord. Praise to you, Lord Christ.

THE SERMON The Rev. H. Elizabeth Back PRESENTATION AND EXAMINATION OF THE CANDIDATES (Please stand.) Celebrant: The Candidate(s) for Holy Baptism will now be presented. Sponsor(s): We present Hayes to receive the Sacrament of Baptism. Celebrant: Will you be responsible for seeing that the child you present is brought up in the Christian

faith and life? Parents and Godparents: I will, with God's help. The Celebrant asks the following questions of the parents and godparents. Do you renounce Satan and all the spiritual forces of wickedness that rebel against God? I renounce them. Do you renounce the evil powers of this world which corrupt and destroy the creatures of God? I renounce them. Do you renounce the evil powers of this world which corrupt and destroy the creatures of God? I renounce them. Do you turn to Jesus Christ and accept him as your Savior? I do. Do you put your whole trust in his grace and love? I do. Do you promise to follow and obey him as your Lord? I do. The Celebrant addresses the congregation, saying, Will you who witness these vows do all in your power to support these persons in their life in Christ? We will. THE BAPTISMAL COVENANT BCP 304 Celebrant: Do you believe in God the Father? People: I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth. Celebrant: Do you believe in Jesus Christ, the Son of God?

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People: I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord. He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary. He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. He descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again. He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

Celebrant: Do you believe in God the Holy Spirit? People: I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the

forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Celebrant: Will you continue in the apostles' teaching and fellowship, in the breaking of bread, and in

the prayers? People: I will, with God's help. Celebrant: Will you persevere in resisting evil, and, whenever you fall into sin, repent and return to the

Lord? People: I will, with God's help. Celebrant: Will you proclaim by word and example the Good News of God in Christ? People: I will, with God's help. Celebrant: Will you seek and serve Christ in all persons, loving your neighbor as yourself? People: I will, with God's help. Celebrant: Will you strive for justice and peace among all people and respect the dignity of every

human being? People: I will, with God's help.

PRAYERS FOR THE CANDIDATES Celebrant: Let us now pray for this person who is to receive the Sacrament of new birth. Leader: Deliver them, O Lord, from the way of sin and death. People: Lord, hear our prayer. Leader: Open their hearts to your grace and truth. People: Lord, hear our prayer. Leader: Fill them with your holy and life-giving Spirit. People: Lord, hear our prayer. Leader: Keep them in the faith and communion of your holy Church. People: Lord, hear our prayer. Leader: Teach them to love others in the power of the Spirit. People: Lord, hear our prayer. Leader: Send them into the world in witness to your love. People: Lord, hear our prayer. Leader: Bring them to the fullness of your peace and glory. People: Lord, hear our prayer. Celebrant: Grant, O Lord, that all who are baptized into the death of Jesus Christ your Son may live in

the power of his resurrection and look for him to come again in glory; who lives and reigns now and forever. Amen.

THANKSGIVING OVER THE WATER Celebrant: The Lord be with you. People: And also with you. Celebrant: Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. People: It is right to give him thanks and praise. Celebrant: We thank you, Almighty God, for the gift of water. Over it the Holy Spirit moved in the beginning of creation. Through it you led the children of Israel out of their bondage in Egypt into the land of promise. In it your Son Jesus received the baptism of John and was anointed by the Holy Spirit

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as the Messiah, the Christ, to lead us, through his death and resurrection, from the bondage of sin into everlasting life. We thank you, Father, for the water of Baptism. In it we are buried with Christ in his death. By it we share in his resurrection. Through it we are reborn by the Holy Spirit. Therefore in joyful obedience to your Son, we bring into his fellowship those who come to him in faith, baptizing them in the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Now sanctify this water, we pray you, by the power of your Holy Spirit, that those who here are cleansed from sin and born again may continue for ever in the risen life of Jesus Christ our Savior. To him, to you, and to the Holy Spirit, be all honor and glory, now and for ever. Amen.

THE BAPTISM Celebrant: Hayes, I baptize you in the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. People: Amen. Celebrant: Let us pray. Heavenly Father, we thank you that by water and the Holy Spirit you have bestowed upon this your servant the forgiveness of sin, and have raised him to the new life of grace. Sustain him, O Lord, in your Holy Spirit. Give him an inquiring and discerning heart, the courage to will and to persevere, a spirit to know and to love you, and the gift of joy and wonder in all your works. People: Amen. The Priest places a hand on the person's head, marking on the forehead the sign of the cross and saying: Hayes, you are sealed by the Holy Spirit in Baptism and marked as Christ's own for ever. Amen. Celebrant: Let us welcome the newly baptized. All: We receive you into the household of God. Confess the faith of Christ crucified, proclaim

his resurrection, and share with us in his eternal priesthood. HYMN 65 Prepare the way, O Zion THE PEACE (Please stand.) The peace of the Lord be always with you. And also with you. REFLECTION ON GIVING OFFERTORY PRAYER

THE HOLY COMMUNION MUSIC AT THE OFFERTORY Come Thou Redeemer of the Earth

Text by St. Ambrose of Milan (translated). Music by Richard Shephard

Come thou, redeemer of the earth, and manifest thy Virgin Birth, Let every age adoring, fall, such birth befits the God of all. Begotten of no human will, but of the Spirit, thou art still,

The Word of God in flesh arrayed, the promised fruit of God displayed. O equal to the Father, thou! Gird on thy fleshly mantle now,

The weakness of our mortal state in deathless might invigorate. Thy cradle here with glitter bright, and darkness breathe a newer light,

Where endless faith shall shine serene, and twilight never intervene.

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THE PRESENTATION – HYMN 60: 7 (Please stand.)

THE GREAT THANKSGIVING (Eucharistic Prayer B) BCP 367 SANCTUS (Holy, holy, holy Lord) Setting: William Bradley Roberts, from Mass for St. Philip’s

All kneel or remain standing. The Celebrant continues (BCP 368).

MEMORIAL ACCLAMATION Setting: Jeffrey Smith, from Mass in E

The Celebrant continues (BCP 369).

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THE GREAT AMEN Setting: William Bradley Roberts, adapted by Daniel Douglas Martin

THE LORD’S PRAYER BCP 364 THE BREAKING OF THE BREAD (Silence is kept.) FRACTION ANTHEM Setting: William Bradley Roberts, from Mass for St. Philip’s Cantor All

During the sharing of Holy Communion, ministers will be available under the west window to offer prayers for healing. Please advise clergy if you desire a gluten free wafer.

MUSIC AT COMMUNION: HYMN 54 (All are invited to sing.) Savior of the nations, come! POST-COMMUNION PRAYER (All kneel or stand as you are able.) BCP 365 BLESSING HYMN 75 (Please stand.) There's a voice in the wilderness crying ANNOUNCEMENTS (Please be seated.) THE DISMISSAL (Response: Thanks be to God.) VOLUNTARY: Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland Helmut Walcha

Altar flowers are given to the glory of God and in memory of Beverly and Hobson James, by Jackie Ludwick.

THIS WEEK AT ST. JAMES’ CHURCH

Sunday, December 9 – First Sunday of Advent 8:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist Rite One 9:15 a.m. Rector’s Forum (GLEASON HALL) 9:30 a.m. Choir Rehearsal (CHANCEL)

10:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist Rite Two

Tuesday, December 11 8:00 p.m. AA and Al-Anon (UNDERCROFT)

Wednesday, December 12 10:00 a.m. Women’s Bible Study

(PANERA BREAD, 1801 RUDY LANE)

Saturday, December 15 8:00 p.m. AA and Al-Anon meetings (UNDERCROFT)

Sunday, December 16 – First Sunday of Advent 8:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist Rite One 9:15 a.m. Rector’s Forum (GLEASON HALL) 9:00 a.m. Choir Rehearsal (CHANCEL)

10:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist Rite Two 4:00 p.m. Festival of Lessons & Carols

(ST. THOMAS’ CHURCH, 9616 WESTPORT ROAD)

SAVE THE DATE!

Festival of Lessons & Carols – Sunday 12/16 This beautiful Christmas tradition is lovingly

prepared and presented by the combined choirs of local Episcopal churches, including our own!

St. Thomas’ Church, 4:00 p.m.

Caroling at Friendship Manor – Tuesday 12/18 Meet at 3:45 p.m.

Hosted by Daughters of the King.

St. James’ Preschool Concert – Thursday 12/20

10:00 a.m.

UPCOMING FORUMS WITH REV. ELIZABETH Sunday 12/16 – Meet Margaret Feinberg (in her works). She is a well-loved author and speaker, and a close friend and fierce prayer partner of Elizabeth+. Come color, hear about her faith journey, and get excited about her new book

being released in January! Sunday 12/23 – Fireside chat about Christmas

traditions around the world!

VESTRY

Eric Martin, Senior Warden Terry Quinlan, Junior Warden

Mary Harding, Secretary Beth Karweick, Treasurer

Lucy Dosker

Debbie Hanna Alan Lodge Tom Sabin Jeff Webb

The Rev. H. Elizabeth Back, Rector The Rev. Dr. Mary Abrams, Deacon

Daniel D. Martin, Organist-Choirmaster Angel Morrow, Parish Administrator

Connie Coartney, Sunday School Nazanin Casebier, Preschool Director

PO Box 433, 401 LaGrange Road, Pewee Valley, Kentucky 40056 502-241-8136 • www.stjamespewee.org • parishadmin@stjamespewee.org