SAINT MICHAEL and All Angels Episcopal Church
The Fourteenth Sunday After Pentecost August 30, 2026
11 AM TRADITIONAL Church
WELCOME FROM THE RECTOR
The Rev. Dr. Christopher D. Girata
We’re so glad you’ve joined us at Saint Michael today. We’d love to get to know you better, so please take a moment to fill out the welcome card, either physically or digitally, that can be found on this page or in the pew back in front of you. Our Welcome Team members are in the hallways today to help you with anything you need. Our new Sunday classes are in full swing, so please look at the back of your bulletin to see the schedule of Sunday classes for all ages that meet during the 10 a.m. hour. There are many to choose from, so I hope you’ll find one that fits your needs. In addition to our Sunday classes, please make sure you pick up a Sunday News handout. The Sunday News details lots of extra programs between Sundays, such as those offered by the Women of Saint Michael and the Men of Saint Michael. One special offering happens tonight: Our first Choral Compline service of the new year happens tonight at 7 p.m. in the church. Choral Compline is led by a stunning group of sacred singers and is a true gift to all those who attend. Treat yourself to a gift of sacred music tonight! As we prepare to worship together, I invite you to take a moment and center yourself on God’s presence. Worshiping, learning, and giving together help us grow closer to who God created us to be, and you’re part of that work. May God bless you today and every day, and I hope to see you again very soon!
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The Fourteenth Sunday After Pentecost Holy Eucharist: Rite I The service begins on page 323 of The Book of Common Prayer Hymns may be found in the blue hymnal in the pew rack. The Word of God Preludes Choral Prelude on Nyland from Suite for Organ Bassus et dessus de trompette
Louis-Nicolas Clérambault Hymn 473
“Lift high the cross” Crucifer The Opening Acclamation and Collect for Purity (standing) Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. And blessed be his kingdom, now and for ever. Amen. Almighty God, unto whom all hearts are open, all desires known, and from whom no secrets are hid: Cleanse the thoughts of our hearts by the inspiration of thy Holy Spirit, that we may perfectly love thee, and worthily magnify thy holy Name; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Song of Praise (standing, sung by all)
The flowers adorning the altar are given to the glory of God and in thanksgiving for the marriage of Delaney Murchison and Luis Velez
Robert Below
Entering Procession (standing, sung by all)
Celebrant People Celebrant
Incense will be used throughout the service today.
Hymn S 202
“Glory be to God on high”
Robert Below taught piano for three decades at Lawrence University’s Conservatory of Music and wrote sacred works for All Saints Episcopal Church. This piece sets Nyland, a Finnish hymn tune, in warm, Romantic harmonies, inviting the congregation inward before worship as a chorale prelude.
The Collect of the Day (standing) Celebrant People Celebrant
The Lord be with you. And with thy spirit. Let us pray.
Lord of all power and might, who art the author and giver of all good things: Graft in our hearts the love of thy Name, increase in us true religion, nourish us with all goodness, and bring forth in us the fruit of good works; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. The First Lesson (seated)
Isaiah 56:1, 6-8
O LORD, you know; remember me and visit me, and bring down retribution for me on my persecutors. In your forbearance do not take me away; know that on your account I suffer insult. Your words were found, and I ate them, and your words became to me a joy and the delight of my heart; for I am called by your name, O LORD, God of hosts. I did not sit in the company of merrymakers, nor did I rejoice; under the weight of your
Clérambault, a leading French Baroque organist at St-Sulpice in Paris, pits a bright reed Trompette against softer flutes in this dialogue piece—a hallmark of the French Classical organ style used to alternate with chant during Mass, its ceremonial brilliance opening worship with festive energy.
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hand I sat alone, for you had filled me with indignation. Why is my pain unceasing, my wound incurable, refusing to be healed? Truly, you are to me like a deceitful brook, like waters that fail. Therefore, thus says the LORD: If you turn back, I will take you back, you shall stand before me. If you utter what is precious, and not what is worthless, you shall serve as my mouth. It is they who will turn to you, not you who will turn to them. And I will make you to this people a fortified wall of bronze; they will fight against you, but they shall not prevail over you, I am with you to save you and deliver you, says the LORD. I will deliver you out of the hand of the wicked, and redeem you from the grasp of the ruthless. Lector People Chanted by the Choir to a psalm setting by Richard Farrant.
The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.
The Psalm (seated)
Give judgment for me, O LORD, for I have lived with integrity; * I have trusted in the Lord and have not faltered. Test me, O LORD, and try me; * examine my heart and my mind. For your love is before my eyes; * I have walked faithfully with you. I have not sat with the worthless, * nor do I consort with the deceitful. I have hated the company of evildoers; * I will not sit down with the wicked. I will wash my hands in innocence, O LORD, * that I may go in procession round your altar, Singing aloud a song of thanksgiving * and recounting all your wonderful deeds. LORD, I love the house in which you dwell * and the place where your glory abides. The Second Lesson (seated)
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Psalm 26:1-8
Romans 12:9-21
Let love be genuine; hate what is evil, hold fast to what is good; love one another with mutual affection; outdo one another in showing honor. Do not lag in zeal, be ardent in spirit, serve the Lord. Rejoice in hope, be patient in suffering, persevere in prayer. Contribute to the needs of the saints; extend hospitality to strangers. Bless those who persecute you; bless and do not curse them. Rejoice with those who rejoice, weep with those who weep. Live in harmony with one another; do not be haughty, but associate with the lowly; do not claim to be wiser than you are. Do not repay anyone evil for evil, but take thought for what is noble in the sight of all. If it is possible, so far as it depends on you, live peaceably with all.
Beloved, never avenge yourselves, but leave room for the wrath of God; for it is written, “Vengeance is mine, I will repay, says the Lord.” No, “if your enemies are hungry, feed them; if they are thirsty, give them some thing to drink; for by doing this you will heap burning coals on their heads.” Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good. Lector People
The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.
Sequence Hymn (standing, sung by all) “Alleluia” from Wonder, Love, and Praise 848 Choir Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia! All Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia! The Gospel (standing) Celebrant People
Matthew 16:21-28
The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Matthew. Glory be to thee, O Lord.
Jesus began to show his disciples that he must go to Jerusalem and undergo great suffering at the hands of the elders and chief priests and scribes, and be killed, and on the third day be raised. And Peter took him aside and began to rebuke him, saying, “God forbid it, Lord! This must never happen to you.” But he turned and said to Peter, “Get behind me, Satan! You are a stumbling block to me; for you are setting your mind not on divine things but on human things.” Then Jesus told his disciples, “If any want to be come my followers, let them deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me. For those who want to save their life will lose it, and those who lose their life for my sake will find it. For what will it profit them if they gain the whole world but forfeit their life? Or what will they give in return for their life? “For the Son of Man is to come with his angels in the glory of his Father, and then he will repay everyone for what has been done. Truly I tell you, there are some standing here who will not taste death before they see the Son of Man coming in his kingdom.” Celebrant People
The Gospel of the Lord. Praise be to thee, O Christ.
The Sermon (seated)
The Reverend David M. Faulkner
The Nicene Creed (standing) All We believe in one God, the Father, the Almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all that is seen and unseen.
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Parish Prayers of the People as of August 19, 2026
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James Albergo John Aldridge Christine Andrews Rami Angir James Baird Barbara Hart Bell Len Bourland Linda Brown Helen Bustamante Karen Callon Darrell Calvin Cosette “Coco” Cathey Barbara Jean Chock Carolyn Cochran Jean Coleman Barbara Dewes Michael Estill Kristen Ewing Sande Wilkinson Ford Ruthie Garrett Jody Guenther
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 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 (standing)
BCP 328
Celebrant Let us pray for the whole state of Christ’s Church and the world. Lector
Almighty and everliving God, who in thy holy Word hast taught us to make prayers, and supplications, and to give thanks for all men: Receive these our prayers which we offer unto thy divine Majesty, beseeching thee to inspire continually the Universal Church with the spirit of truth, unity, and concord; and grant that all those who do confess thy holy Name may agree in the truth of thy holy Word, and live in unity and godly love.
Give grace, O heavenly Father, to all bishops and other ministers, especially Sarah, Archbishop of Canterbury, Sean, our Presiding Bishop; and Rob, our Bishop; that they may, both by their life and doctrine, set forth thy true and lively Word, and rightly and duly administer thy holy Sacraments.
And to all thy people give thy heavenly grace, and especially to this congregation here present; that, with meek heart and due reverence, they may hear and receive thy holy Word, truly serving thee in holiness and righteousness all the days of their life.
We beseech thee also so to rule the hearts of those who bear the authority of government in this and every land [especially Donald, our President; Greg, our Governor; and Eric, our Mayor], that they may be led to wise decisions and right actions for the welfare and peace of the world.
Open, O Lord, the eyes of all people to behold thy gracious hand in all thy works, that, rejoicing in thy whole creation, they may honor thee with their substance, and be faithful stewards of thy bounty.
And we most humbly beseech thee, of thy goodness, O Lord, to comfort and succor all those who in this transitory life, are in trouble, sorrow, need, sickness, or any other adversity.
We pray for all those on the Saint Michael prayer list, and for ___.
We give thanks for the ministry of ___.
And we also bless thy holy Name for all thy servants departed this life in thy faith and fear, especially ___, beseeching thee to grant them continual growth in thy love and service; and to grant us grace so to follow the good examples of Saint Michael and of all thy saints, that with them we may be partakers of thy heavenly kingdom.
Celebrant
Grant these our prayers, O Father, for Jesus Christ’s sake, our only Mediator and Advocate.
People Amen. Confession of Sin and Absolution (kneeling) Celebrant
Let us humbly confess our sins unto Almighty God.
Eileen Hudnall Hannum Roberto Hernandez Josh Hight Barbara Hornback Amanda Huerta Virginia Broughton Hunter Lynne Kent Julie Kenrick John Khoury Danny Landeros Janey McIntire Lowe Margie McCummins Sandy McDonough Sharon McGannon Sarah Margaret Mannes Dimitri Margetis Michael Matamoros Tink Moir Pat Moore Heather Nemec Paul Oehlke Jim Riggert Celso Rocha Kristen Romo Zoe deRopp Neal Sautbine Danny Schnacker Arden Showalter Hank Showalter Brad Smith Chad Smith Lauren Steinfels Jane Stringer Fadey Suleiman Byrd Teague Renee Torres Travion Waites Keller Webster Henry Wheeler Lamar Wilson Karen Winn Mary Wolf Stephen Wycokoff Beth Ygartua Dereck Zachary 7
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Most merciful God, we confess that we have sinned against thee in thought, word, and deed, by what we have done, and by what we have left undone. We have not loved thee with our whole heart; we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves. We are truly sorry and we humbly repent. For the sake of thy Son Jesus Christ, have mercy on us and forgive us; that we may delight in thy will, and walk in thy ways, to the glory of thy Name. Amen.
Celebrant
Almighty God, our heavenly Father, who of his great mercy hath promised forgiveness of sins to all those who with hearty repentance and true faith turn unto him, have mercy upon you, pardon and deliver you from all your sins, confirm and strengthen you in all goodness, and bring you to everlasting life; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
The Peace (standing) Celebrant People Aaron Copland is widely regarded as the composer who established a uniquely American voice in the concert hall. In the 1920s and '30s, finding the heritage of serious American composition lacking, he turned to the rich wellspring of American folk music—including what he called "local color," the distinctive sounds of various American regions. Copland arranged "Zion's Walls" in his second set of Old American Songs, and used its melody again for "The Promise of Living" in his opera The Tender Land. 8
The peace of the Lord be always with you. And with thy spirit.
Announcements (please be seated) The Holy Communion Offertory Anthem (sung by the Saint Michael Choir) Zion’s Walls
Aaron Copland Come fathers and mothers, Come sisters and brothers, Come join us in singing the praises of Zion. O fathers don’t you feel determined To meet within the walls of Zion. We’ll shout and go round the walls of Zion. - John G. McCurry
Presentation Hymn (standing, sung by all) “Praise God, from whom all blessings flow” Old 100th
Hymn 380, v. 3
The Great Thanksgiving: Eucharistic Prayer II (standing)
All baptized persons of any age regardless of their denomination and tradition are welcome to share in the banquet of the Lord’s Supper.
It is very meet, right, and our bounden duty, that we should at all times, and in all places, give thanks unto thee, O Lord, holy Father, almighty, everlasting God. Therefore with Angels and Archangels, and with all the company of heaven, we laud and magnify thy glorious Name; evermore praising thee, and singing, The Sanctus (standing, sung by all)
Here a Proper Preface is sung or said on all Sundays, and on other occasions as appointed.
Hymn S 114
“Holy, holy, holy”
Please kneel as you are able. All glory be to thee, O Lord our God, for that thou didst create heaven and earth, and didst make us in thine own image; and, of thy tender mercy, didst give thine only Son Jesus Christ to take our nature upon him, and to suffer death upon the cross for our redemption. He made there a full and perfect sacrifice for the whole world; and did institute, and in his holy Gospel command us to continue, a perpetual memory of that his precious death and sacrifice, until his coming again. For in the night in which he was betrayed, he took bread; and when he had given thanks to thee, he broke it, and gave it to his disciples, saying, “Take, eat, this is my Body, which is given for you. Do this in remembrance of me.” Likewise, after supper, he took the cup; and when he had given thanks, he gave it to them, saying, “Drink this, all of you; for this is my Blood of the New Covenant, which is shed for you, and for many, for the remission of sins. Do this, as oft as ye shall drink it, in remembrance of me.”
At the following words concerning the bread, the Celebrant is to hold it, or lay a hand upon it; and at the words concerning the cup, to hold or place a hand upon the cup and any other vessel containing wine to be consecrated.
Wherefore, O Lord and heavenly Father, we thy people do celebrate and 9
make, with these thy holy gifts which we now offer unto thee, the memorial thy Son hath commanded us to make; having in remembrance his blessed passion and precious death, his mighty resurrection and glorious ascension; and looking for his coming again with power and great glory. And we most humbly beseech thee, O merciful Father, to hear us, and, with thy Word and Holy Spirit, to bless and sanctify these gifts of bread and wine, that they may be unto us the Body and Blood of thy dearly beloved Son Jesus Christ. And we earnestly desire thy fatherly goodness to accept this our sacrifice of praise and thanksgiving, whereby we offer and present unto thee, O Lord, our selves, our souls and bodies. Grant, we beseech thee, that all who partake of this Holy Communion may worthily receive the most precious Body and Blood of thy Son Jesus Christ, and be filled with thy grace and heavenly benediction; and also that we and all thy whole Church may be made one body with him, that he may dwell in us, and we in him; through the same Jesus Christ our Lord; By whom, and with whom, and in whom, in the unity of the Holy Ghost all honor and glory be unto thee, O Father Almighty, world without end. AMEN. All are invited to come forward to the Communion rail at the direction of our ushers. Stand or kneel at the rail as you are able, and receive the wafer in the palm of your outstretched hands. If you desire a gluten-free wafer, clasp your hands in front of you with your palms down. Receive the wine by drinking from the chalice as it is offered to you, or by retaining the wafer, to dip lightly into the chalice for yourself. If you are not receiving, you may cross your arms over your chest and receive a blessing. If you are unable to physically come to the rail, please indicate to an usher that you would like to receive Communion at your seat. 10
And now, as our Savior Christ has taught us, we are bold to say, All 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, for ever and ever. Amen. The Breaking of the Bread (sung by all)
Hymn S 152
“Alleluia” Celebrant
The Gifts of God for the People of God. Take them in remembrance that Christ died for you, and feed on him in your hearts by faith, with thanksgiving.
Communion Anthem (sung by the Saint Michael Choir) Ubi Caritas
Ola Gjeilo Ubi caritas et amor, Deus ibi est. Congregavit nos in unum Christi amor. Exsultemus et in ipso jucundemur. Timeamus et amemus Deum vivum. Et ex corde diligamus nos sincero. Amen.
Where charity and love art, God is there. The love of Christ has gathered us together. Let us rejoice and be glad in it. Let us revere and love the living God. And from a sincere heart let us love one another. Amen. - Paulinus of Aquiliea, 10th C. French Communion Hymn (sung by all)
Hymn 655
“O Jesus, I have promised” Nyland The Post-Communion Prayer (kneeling, spoken by all) Almighty and everliving God, we most heartily thank thee for that thou dost feed us, in these holy mysteries, with the spiritual food of the most precious Body and Blood of thy Son our Savior Jesus Christ; and dost assure us thereby of thy favor and goodness towards us; and that we are very members incorporate in the mystical body of thy Son, the blessed company of all faithful people; and are also heirs, through hope, of thy everlasting kingdom. And we humbly beseech thee, O heavenly Father, so to assist us with thy grace, that we may continue in that holy fellowship, and do all such good works as thou hast prepared for us to walk in; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom with thee and the Holy Ghost, be all honor and glory, world without end. Amen. The Blessing (kneeling) The Dismissal (standing) Deacon Go in peace to love and serve the Lord. People Thanks be to God. Departing Procession (standing, sung by all)
Hymn 675
“Take up your cross, the Savior said” Bourbon Postlude Prelude from Trois Pièce pour Grand Orgue, Op. 29, No. 1 Gabriel Pierné
Ola Gjeilo composed "Ubi caritas" in 2001. Though inspired by Gregorian chant, he used no existing chant melody. Traditionally sung during the Maundy Thursday foot-washing rite, the piece begins in unison, blooms into rich chordal texture at "exsultemus" (let us rejoice), then closes gently, recapitulating the opening and echoing Christ-like love.
Gabriel Pierné succeeded César Franck as organist at Sainte-Clotilde in Paris, placing him within the French Romantic organ tradition. This Prelude builds from rich, chromatic harmonies to a triumphant, full-organ close—its jubilant character fittingly sending the congregation out with confidence and joy. Hymn permission used by Rite Song, a one-time use reprint license for congregational use. 11
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Faith & Practice | Reclaiming Evangelism: Practical Next Steps Room 201 | Led by the Rev. Kenneth H. Brannon & the Rev. Cn. Carrie Headington Discover an Anglican approach to evangelism rooted in Scripture, sharing Christ’s good news with authenticity, peace, and hope. Engaging the Word | Testimony to Grace Room 203 | Led by Dr. Tim Smith Explore Paul’s letter to the Romans, discovering the gospel, grace, and enduring themes that have shaped Christian faith. Class for Parents | Never Enough: When Achievement Culture Becomes Toxic and What We Can Do About It Room 212 | Led by the Rev. Dr. Christopher D. Girata Help your children pursue excellence with balance, resilience, and Gospel-centered purpose amid today’s pressures and expectations.
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Godly Play: PreK (Room 213), Kindergarten (Room 211), 1st Grade (Room 218) One Family of Faith: 2nd – 3rd Grade (Room 209) Launch 45: 4th – 5th Grade (Room 207) Our nursery is now available on the 1st floor, near the elevators, in rooms: Childcare North: Up to 24 months Childcare South: 25 – 36 months
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