SAINT MICHAEL and All Angels Episcopal Church
The Fourteenth Sunday After Pentecost August 30, 2026
9 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 II The service begins on page 355 of The Book of Common Prayer Hymns may be found in the blue hymnal in the pew rack.
The flowers adorning the altar are given to the glory of God and in thanksgiving for the marriage of Delaney Murchison and Luis Velez
The Word of God Preludes Choral Prelude on Nyland from Suite for Organ Bassus et dessus de trompette
Robert Below
Louis-Nicolas Clérambault
Welcome Entering Procession (standing, sung by all)
Hymn 473
“Lift high the cross” Crucifer The Opening Acclamation and Collect for Purity (standing) Celebrant People Celebrant
Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. And blessed be his kingdom, now and for ever. Amen. Almighty 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.
Song of Praise (standing, sung by all)
Hymn S 280
“Glory to God” The Collect of the Day (standing) Celebrant People Celebrant
The Lord be with you. And also with you. Let us pray.
Lord of all power and might, the author and giver of all good things: Graft in our hearts the love of your 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 lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God for ever and ever. Amen. The Lesson (seated)
Jeremiah 15:15-21
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
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. Children ages three through eight are invited to proceed to children’s chapel by exiting through the east doors at the back of the nave; they will return to the nave following the Peace. Clérambault, a leading French Baroque organist, pits a bright reed Trompette against softer flutes—a hallmark of the French Classical organ style used to alternate with chant during Mass, its brilliance opening worship with festive energy. 3
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 The Word of the Lord. People Thanks be to God. Chanted by the Choir to a psalm setting by Richard Farrant.
The Psalm (seated)
Psalm 26:1-8
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. Sequence Hymn (standing, sung by all) “Alleluia” from Wonder, Love, and Praise 848
Choir Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia! All Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia! The Gospel (standing)
Matthew 16:21-28
Deacon The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Matthew. People Glory to you, Lord Christ. 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 4
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.” Deacon The Gospel of the Lord. People Praise to you, Lord Christ. The Sermon (seated)
The Rev. Dr. Christopher D. Girata
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. 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.
Parish Prayers of the People as of August 19, 2026 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
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Jean Coleman Barbara Dewes Michael Estill Kristen Ewing Sande Wilkinson Ford Ruthie Garrett Jody Guenther 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 6
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 III (standing) Celebrant
Let us pray for the Church and for the world.
Lector People
Father, we pray for your holy Catholic Church; That we all may be one.
Lector People
Grant that every member of the Church may truly and humbly serve you; That your Name may be glorified by all people.
Lector People
We pray for Sarah, Archbishop of Canterbury; for Sean, our Presiding Bishop; for Rob, our Bishop; and for all bishops, priests, and deacons; That they may be faithful ministers of your Word and Sacraments.
Lector People
We pray for Donald, our President; for Greg, our Governor; for Eric, our Mayor; and for all who govern and hold authority in the nations of the world; That there may be justice and peace on the earth.
Lector People
Give us grace to do your will in all that we undertake; That our works may find favor in your sight.
Lector People
We pray for those on the Saint Michael prayer list, and for___. Have compassion on those who suffer from any grief or trouble; That they may be delivered from their distress.
Lector People
We remember those who have died, especially___. Give to the departed eternal rest; Let light perpetual shine upon them.
Lector People
We praise you for your saints who have entered into joy. May we also come to share in your heavenly kingdom.
Lector
Let us pray for our own needs and those of others.
Silence Celebrant
O Lord our God, accept the fervent prayers of your people; in the multitude of your mercies, look with compassion upon us and all who turn to you for help; for you are gracious, O lover of souls, and to you we give glory, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, now and for ever. Amen.
Henry Wheeler Lamar Wilson Karen Winn Mary Wolf Stephen Wycokoff Beth Ygartua Dereck Zachary
Confession of Sin and Absolution (kneeling) Celebrant All
Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor. Most merciful God, we confess that we have sinned against you in thought, word, and deed, by what we have done, and by what we have left undone. We have not loved you with our whole heart; we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves. We are truly sorry and we humbly repent. For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ, have mercy on us and forgive us; that we may delight in your will, and walk in your ways, to the glory of your Name. Amen.
Celebrant Almighty God have mercy on you, forgive you all your sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen you in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep you in eternal life. Amen. The Peace (standing) Celebrant People
The peace of the Lord be always with you. And also with you.
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
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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. 7
All baptized persons of any age regardless of their denomination and tradition are welcome to share in the banquet of the Lord’s Supper.
Here a Proper Preface is sung or said on all Sundays, and on other occasions as appointed.
The Great Thanksgiving: Eucharistic Prayer A (standing) Celebrant People Celebrant People Celebrant People
The Lord be with you. And also with you. Lift up your hearts. We lift them to the Lord. Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. It is right to give him thanks and praise.
It is right, and a good and joyful thing, always and everywhere to give thanks to you, Father Almighty, Creator of heaven and earth. Therefore we praise you, joining our voices with Angels and Archangels and with all the company of heaven, who for ever sing this hymn to proclaim the glory of your Name: The Sanctus (standing, sung by all)
Hymn S 130
“Holy, holy, holy” Please kneel as you are able. Holy and gracious Father: In your infinite love you made us for yourself, and, when we had fallen into sin and become subject to evil and death, you, in your mercy, sent Jesus Christ, your only and eternal Son, to share our human nature, to live and die as one of us, to reconcile us to you, the God and Father of all. He stretched out his arms upon the cross, and offered himself, in obedience to your will, a perfect sacrifice for the whole world. 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.
On the night he was handed over to suffering and death, our Lord Jesus Christ took bread; and when he had given thanks to you, he broke it, and gave it to his disciples, and said, “Take, eat: This is my Body, which is given for you. Do this for the remembrance of me.” After supper he took the cup of wine; and when he had given thanks, he gave it to them, and said, “Drink this, all of you: This is my Blood of the new Covenant, which is shed for you and for many for the forgiveness of sins. Whenever you drink it, do this for the remembrance of me.” Therefore we proclaim the mystery of faith: All
Christ has died. Christ is risen. Christ will come again.
We celebrate the memorial of our redemption, O Father, in this sacrifice of praise and thanksgiving. Recalling his death, resurrection, and ascension, we offer you these gifts. 8
Sanctify them by your Holy Spirit to be for your people the Body and Blood of your Son, the holy food and drink of new and unending life in him. Sanctify us also that we may faithfully receive this holy Sacrament, and serve you in unity, constancy, and peace; and at the last day bring us with all your saints into the joy of your eternal kingdom. All this we ask through your Son Jesus Christ: By him, and with him, and in him, in the unity of the Holy Spirit all honor and glory is yours, Almighty Father, now and for ever. AMEN. 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 (kneeling, sung by all)
Hymn S 164
“Jesus, Lamb of God” 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
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.
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. 9
Communion Hymn (sung by all)
Hymn 655
“O Jesus, I have promised” Nyland The Post-Communion Prayer (kneeling, spoken by all) Eternal God, heavenly Father, you have graciously accepted us as living members of your Son our Savior Jesus Christ, and you have fed us with spiritual food in the Sacrament of his Body and Blood. Send us now into the world in peace, and grant us strength and courage to love and serve you with gladness and singleness of heart; through Christ our Lord. 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 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.
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Prelude from Trois Pièce pour Grand Orgue, Op. 29, No. 1 Gabriel Pierné
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