SAINT MICHAEL and All Angels Episcopal Church
The Eleventh Sunday After Pentecost August 9, 2026
11 AM TRADITIONAL Saint Michael Chapel
WELCOME FROM THE VICE RECTOR
The Rev. Ken Brannon
Dear friends, welcome to Opening Week! We are delighted to welcome you into Saint Michael’s beautiful new building. These spaces were created for worship, learning, fellowship, and ministry, and today they come alive with our community. Be sure to watch Chris Girata’s welcome video for a quick overview of the building before you explore. A few reminders: - Park in the new garage on levels B1 or B2. B1 offers the easiest access through the underground connector. - Childcare for infants and toddlers is located to the right as you enter the Atrium from the north. - Traditional services at 9 and 11 a.m. will be held in the Church. - Joy! and Contemporary services will meet in the second-floor Parish Hall. - Light incense will be used at the 11 a.m. Traditional Service. - Sunday education classes resume August 16 in the education building. Please remember to check in for your class. Whether you’re a longtime member or visiting for the first time, we’re so glad you’re here. We hope you’ll enjoy exploring and celebrating this exciting new chapter in the life of Saint Michael. To learn more about becoming a member, visit saintmichael.org/membership.
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The Eleventh 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 Prelude Berceuse, from 24 Pièces en style libre, Opus 31, Volume II
Hymn 388
“O worship the King, all glorious above” Hanover 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)
Hymn S 202
“Glory be to God on high” The Collect of the Day (standing) Celebrant People Celebrant
The Lord be with you. And with thy spirit. Let us pray.
Grant to us, Lord, we beseech thee, the spirit to think and do always such things as are right, that we, who cannot exist without thee, may by thee be enabled to live according to thy will; 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)
The flowers adorning the altar are given to the glory of God and in thanksgiving for the marriage of Linzlee Brazeal & Brian Bass.
Louis Vierne
Entering Procession (standing, sung by all)
Celebrant People Celebrant
Incense will be used throughout the service today.
1 Kings 19:9-18
At Horeb, the mount of God, Elijah came to a cave, and spent the night there. Then the word of the LORD came to him, saying, “What are you doing here, Elijah?” He answered, “I have been very zealous for the LORD, the God of hosts; for the Israelites have forsaken your covenant, thrown down your altars, and killed your prophets with the sword. I alone am left, and they are seeking my life, to take it away.” He said, “Go out and stand on the mountain before the LORD, for the LORD is about to pass by.” Now there was a great wind, so strong that it was splitting mountains and
Louis Vierne was born nearly blind and went on to become one of the great French organ virtuosos of his era, serving for over three decades as titular organist of Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris. A student of César Franck and Charles-Marie Widor, he blended the Romantic organ tradition with his own deeply personal, often melancholic voice, shaped in part by a life marked by illness, war, and family tragedy. This Berceuse comes from his 24 Pièces en style libre, composed in 1913–14 as accessible, moderately difficult works suited to an Offertory. Built on a gentle rocking melody in compound meter, it evokes the character of a lullaby through soft, sustained harmonies and quiet, flowing lines.
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breaking rocks in pieces before the LORD, but the LORD was not in the wind; and after the wind an earthquake, but the LORD was not in the earthquake; and after the earthquake a fire, but the LORD was not in the fire; and after the fire a sound of sheer silence. When Elijah heard it, he wrapped his face in his mantle and went out and stood at the entrance of the cave. Then there came a voice to him that said, “What are you doing here, Elijah?” He answered, “I have been very zealous for the LORD, the God of hosts; for the Israelites have forsaken your covenant, thrown down your altars, and killed your prophets with the sword. I alone am left, and they are eeking my life, to take it away.” Then the LORD said to him, “Go, return on your way to the wilderness of Damascus; when you arrive, you shall anoint Hazael as king over Aram. Also you shall anoint Jehu son of Nimshi as king over Israel; and you shall anoint Elisha son of Shaphat of Abel-meholah as prophet in your place. Whoever escapes from the sword of Hazael, Jehu shall kill; and whoever escapes from the sword of Jehu, Elisha shall kill. Yet I will leave seven thousand in Israel, all the knees that have not bowed to Baal, and every mouth that has not kissed him.” Lector People Chanted by the Choir to a psalm setting by S.S. Wesley.
The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.
The Psalm (seated)
I will listen to what the LORD God is saying, * for he is speaking peace to his faithful people and to those who turn their hearts to him. Truly, his salvation is very near to those who fear him, * that his glory may dwell in our land. Mercy and truth have met together; * righteousness and peace have kissed each other. Truth shall spring up from the earth, * and righteousness shall look down from heaven. The LORD will indeed grant prosperity, * and our land will yield its increase. Righteousness shall go before him, * and peace shall be a pathway for his feet. The Second Lesson (seated)
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Psalm 85:8-13
Romans 10:5-15
Moses writes concerning the righteousness that comes from the law, that “the person who does these things will live by them.” But the righteousness that comes from faith says, “Do not say in your heart, ‘Who will ascend into heaven?’” (that is, to bring Christ down) “or ‘Who will descend into the abyss?’” (that is, to bring Christ up from the dead). But what does it say? “The word is near you, on your lips and in your heart” (that is, the
word of faith that we proclaim); because if you confess with your lips that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. For one believes with the heart and so is justified, and one confesses with the mouth and so is saved. The scripture says, “No one who believes in him will be put to shame.” For there is no distinction between Jew and Greek; the same Lord is Lord of all and is generous to all who call on him. For, “Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord shall be saved.” But how are they to call on one in whom they have not be lieved? And how are they to believe in one of whom they have never heard? And how are they to hear without someone to proclaim him? And how are they to proclaim him unless they are sent? As it is written, “How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news!” 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
Matthew14:22-33
The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Matthew. Glory be to thee, O Lord.
Jesus made the disciples get into the boat and go on ahead to the other side, while he dismissed the crowds. And after he had dismissed the crowds, he went up the mountain by himself to pray. When evening came, he was there alone, but by this time the boat, battered by the waves, was far from the land, for the wind was against them. And early in the morning he came walking toward them on the sea. But when the disciples saw him walking on the sea, they were terrified, saying, “It is a ghost!” And they cried out in fear. But immediately Jesus spoke to them and said, “Take heart, it is I; do not be afraid.” Peter answered him, “Lord, if it is you, command me to come to you on the water.” He said, “Come.” So Peter got out of the boat, started walking on the water, and came toward Jesus. But when he noticed the strong wind, he became frightened, and beginning to sink, he cried out, “Lord, save me!” Jesus immediately reached out his hand and caught him, saying to him, “You of little faith, why did you doubt?” When they got into the boat, the wind ceased. And those in the boat worshiped him, saying, “Truly you are the Son of God.” Celebrant People
The Gospel of the Lord. Praise be to thee, O Christ.
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The Sermon (seated) Parish Prayers of the People as of July 29, 2026 James Albergo John Aldridge Rami Angir Linda & Greg Austin James Baird Larry Been Barbara Hart Bell Len Bourland Helen Bustamante Cosette “Coco” Cathey Barbara Jean Chock Carolyn Cochran Jean Coleman Barbara Dewes Michael Estill Kristen Ewing Sande Wilkinson Ford Ruthie Garrett Jody Guenther Eileen Hudnall-Hannum Roberto Hernandez Josh Hight Barbara Hornback Virginia Broughton Hunter Lynne Kent Julie Kenrick John Khoury Danny Landeros John Levens Judith Lide Janey McIntire Lowe Margie McCummins Sharon McGannon Sarah Margaret Mannes Dimitri Margetis Tink Moir Pat Moore Heather Nemec Paul Oehlke Sue Patton Jim Riggert 6
The Rev. Dr. Sally Lombardo
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. 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.
Celso Rocha Zoe deRopp Neal Sautbine Arden Showalter Hank Showalter Brad Smith Chad Smith Jane Stringer Fadey Suleiman Byrd Teague Renee Torres Travion Waites Keller Webster Henry Wheeler Lamar Wilson Karen Winn Mary Wolf Stephen Wycokoff Beth Ygartua
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. 7
Celebrant
Grant these our prayers, O Father, for Jesus Christ’s sake, our only Mediator and Advocate.
People Amen. To make a gift scan this QR code.
Irish-born Charles Wood’s influence was felt mostly through students such as Ralph Vaughan Williams and Sir Michael Tippett. Wood does not seem to have been very ambitious, as most of his works were published posthumously. He spent his life in the shadow of his teacher Sir Charles Villiers Stanford, and many of Wood’s compositions have their origins in Stanford’s style and harmonic vocabulary. Most of Wood’s music was written with the Cambridge college choirs in mind, suited to double-choir singing. By contrast, “Oculi omnium” is the second of two simple, short, four-part introits published in 1927. 8
Confession of Sin and Absolution (kneeling) Celebrant
Let us humbly confess our sins unto Almighty God.
All
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
The peace of the Lord be always with you. And with thy spirit.
Announcements (please be seated) The Birthday Blessing (those with birthdays in August please stand) All
Watch over your children, O Lord, as their days increase; bless and guide them wherever they may be. Strengthen them when they stand; comfort them when discouraged or sorrowful; raise them up if they fall; and in their hearts may your peace which passes understanding abide all the days of their life; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. The Holy Communion
Offertory Anthem (sung by the Saint Michael Choir) Oculi Omnium Oculi omnium in te sperant, Domine: et tu das escam illorum in tempore opportuno. Gloria tibi Domine, Amen.
Charles Wood
All eyes look to you, Lord: and you give them food in due time. Glory to you, Lord, Amen. - Psalm 145:15 Presentation Hymn (standing, sung by all)
Hymn 380, v. 3
“Praise God, from whom all blessings flow” Old 100th 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,
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. 9
“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.” Wherefore, O Lord and heavenly Father, we thy people do celebrate and 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. 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. 10
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 Hymn (sung by all)
Hymn 689
“I sought the Lord, and afterward I knew” Faith Communion Hymn (sung by all)
Hymn 649
“O Jesus, joy of loving hearts” Dickinson College 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 608
“Eternal Father, strong to save” Melita Postlude Komm, Gott, Schöpfer, Heiliger Geist, BWV 667 Johann Sevastian Bach
Johann Sebastian Bach served as Kantor of St. Thomas Church in Leipzig for the last 27 years of his life, and it was there that he assembled his so-called “Great Eighteen” chorale preludes, gathering and revising organ works composed across his career. BWV 667 sets Martin Luther’s Pentecost hymn, itself a German paraphrase of the ancient Veni Creator Spiritus, calling on the Holy Spirit to visit and fill the hearts of the faithful. Bach based this setting on an earlier, simpler version from his youthful Orgelbüchlein (BWV 631), then expanded it, placing the chorale melody plainly in the upper voice while two inner parts weave animated figuration above an independent, striding bass line. The result is a piece full of light and motion, fittingly depicting the Spirit’s descent and movement among believers. 11
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SUNDAY CLASSES ARE ON A BREAK:
See what’s coming up for all ages when they resume on Sunday, August 16.
Adults Faith & Practice | Reclaiming Evangelism in the Episcopal Church Room 201 | Led by the Rev. Kenneth 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.
9 AM Traditional Church
Joy! A Children’s Service Parish Hall South
11 AM Contemporary Parish Hall South
Traditional Church
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.
Youth Middle School: 6th and 7th Grade | Youth Room A Confirmation: 8th Grade | Youth Center High School: 9th – 12th Grade | Youth Room B
Children 5:30 PM Traditional
Saint Michael Chapel
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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