SAINT MICHAEL
and All Angels Episcopal Church
The Sixth Sunday of Easter May 10, 2026
9 AM TRADITIONAL Church
WELCOME
FROM THE RECTOR
The Rev. Dr. Christopher D. Girata
Happy Easter! 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.
Today we celebrate Mother’s Day. We recognize and gives thanks to all those who serve and love others as mothers, no matter how that love looks. We also give thanks for those who have been mothers to us, but who now rest in the love of God.
Please pick up a Sunday News handout if you haven’t already and join us for our special programming whenever you can. Save the date for our Feast of Pentecost celebrations on Sunday, May 24, with festive worship throughout the day and a reception on the Colgate patio at 10 a.m. With summer coming soon, please be sure to sign up to serve or participate in Youth Mission Week (June 1 – 5) and Vacation Bible School (June 8 – 11) now.
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 Sixth Sunday of Easter
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 Word of God
Prelude
Dies sind die heiligen Zehn Gebot, BWV 678
Johann Sebastian Bach
The flowers adorning the altar are given to the glory of God and in thanksgiving for the marriage of Chuck Stewart and John Bergner.
Welcome
Entering Procession (standing, sung by all) Hymn 191
“Alleluia, alleluia! Hearts and voices heavenward raise” Lux eoi
The Opening Acclamation and Collect for Purity (standing)
Celebrant Alleluia. Christ is risen.
People The Lord is risen indeed. Alleluia.
Celebrant 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 278
“Glory to God in the highest”
The Collect of the Day (standing)
Celebrant The Lord be with you.
People And also with you.
Celebrant Let us pray.
O God, you have prepared for those who love you such good things as surpass our understanding: Pour into our hearts such love towards you, that we, loving you in all things and above all things, may obtain your promises, which exceed all that we can desire; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Johann Sebastian Bach’s Dies sind die heiligen Zehn Gebot, BWV 678, reflects both theological gravity and intricate craftsmanship. Based on the Lutheran hymn about the Ten Commandments, the melody is presented in canon in the middle voices (law), while the upper voices engage in imitative counterpoint. The result feels both meditative and intellectually rigorous, fusing spiritual meaning with compositional complexity.
Children ages three through eight are invited to meet a member of our ministry staff by the pulpit to be escorted to children’s chapel; they will return to the congregation following the Peace.
Chanted by the Choir to a psalm setting by Charles Villiers Stanford.
The Lesson (seated) Acts 17:22-31
Paul stood in front of the Areopagus and said, “Athenians, I see how extremely religious you are in every way. For as I went through the city and looked carefully at the objects of your worship, I found among them an altar with the inscription, ‘To an unknown god.’ What therefore you worship as unknown, this I proclaim to you. The God who made the world and everything in it, he who is Lord of heaven and earth, does not live in shrines made by human hands, nor is he served by human hands, as though he needed anything, since he himself gives to all mortals life and breath and all things. From one ancestor he made all nations to inhabit the whole earth, and he allotted the times of their existence and the boundaries of the places where they would live, so that they would search for God and perhaps grope for him and find him—though indeed he is not far from each one of us. For ‘In him we live and move and have our being’; as e ven some of your own poets have said, ‘For we too are his offspring.’ Since we are God’s offspring, we ought not to think that the deity is like gold, or silver, or stone, an image formed by the art and imagination of mortals. While God has overlooked the times of human ignorance, now he commands all people e verywhere to repent, because he has fixed a day on which he will have the world judged in righteousness by a man whom he has appointed, and of this he has given assurance to all by raising him from the dead.”
Lector The Word of the Lord. People Thanks be to God.
The Psalm (seated) Psalm 66:7-8, 15-18
Bless our God, you peoples; * make the voice of his praise to be heard; Who holds our souls in life, * and will not allow our feet to slip. I called out to him with my mouth, * and his praise was on my tongue.
If I had found evil in my heart, * the Lord would not have heard me; But in truth God has heard me; * he has attended to the voice of my prayer. Blessed be God, who has not rejected my prayer, * nor withheld his love from me.
Sequence Hymn (standing, sung by all)
“O sons and daughters, let us sing” O filii et filiae
Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia!
On this blest day when love obeys, To God your hearts and voices raise, In laud and jubilee and praise. Alleluia!
Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia!
The Gospel (standing) John 14:15-21
Deacon The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to John. People Glory to you, Lord Christ.
Jesus said, “If you love me, you will keep my commandments. And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Advocate, to be with you forever. This is the Spirit of truth, whom the world cannot receive, because it neither sees him nor knows him. You know him, because he abides with you, and he will be in you.” I will not leave you orphaned; I am coming to you. In a little while the world will no longer see me, but you will see me; because I live, you also will live. On that day you will know that I am in my Father, and you in me, and I in you. They who have my commandments and keep them are those who love me; and those who love me will be loved by my Father, and I will love them and reveal myself to them.”
Deacon The Gospel of the Lord. People Praise to you, Lord Christ.
The Sermon (seated) The Rev. Dr. Christopher D. Girata
Parish Prayers of the People as of April 29, 2026
James Albergo
John Aldridge
Rami Angir
Linda & Greg Austin
Larry Been
Barbara Hart Bell
Len Bourland
Lauren Brown
Linda Brown
Helen Bustamante
Darrell Calvin
Cosette “Coco” Cathey
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: Form III (standing)
Celebrant Let us pray for the Church and for the world.
Lector Father, we pray for your holy Catholic Church;
People That we all may be one.
Lector We give thanks for___. Grant that every member of the Church may truly and humbly serve you;
People That your Name may be glorified by all people.
Lector We pray for Sarah, Archbishop of Canterbury; for Sean, our Presiding Bishop; for Rob, our Bishop; and for all bishops, priests, and deacons;
People That they may be faithful ministers of your Word and Sacraments.
Lector 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;
People That there may be justice and peace on the earth.
Lector Give us grace to do your will in all that we undertake;
People That our works may find favor in your sight.
Lector We pray for those on the Saint Michael prayer list, and for___. Have compassion on those who suffer from any grief or trouble;
People That they may be delivered from their distress.
Lector We remember those who have died, especially___. Give to the departed eternal rest;
People Let light perpetual shine upon them.
Carolyn Cochran
Jean Coleman
Elise Connolly
Hudson Dozier
Charlene Strange Edwards
Kristen Ewing
Brooke Garcia
Jody Guenther
Roberto Hernandez
Josh Hight
Mason Holmes
Barbara Hornback
Meredith Casey Jarrett
Lynne Kent
Julie Kenrick
John Khoury
Danny Landeros
John Levens
Rusty Lawley
Tom Luce
Margie McCummins
Dimitri Margetis
Thomas Martin
Michael Matamoras
Tink Moir
Heather Nemec
Sue Patton
Jim Riggert
Celso Rocha
Neal Sautbine
Arden Showalter
Hank Showalter
Brad Smith
Chad Smith
Dianne Smith
Bryan Stringer
Jane Stringer
Fadey Suleiman
Byrd Teague
Tom Tierman
Renee Torres
Travion Waites
Keller Webster
Lamar Wilson
Mary Wolf
During the season of Easter, we omit the Confession as a way of celebrating Christ’s triumph over sin and the assurance of salvation and new life for all who are joined with him in his death and resurrection.
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Thomas Tallis, one of the most esteemed English composers of the 16th century, served in the Chapel Royal from 1543 until his death in 1585. “If ye love me,” published in 1565, is a hallmark of early Anglican church music, reflecting the Reformation’s emphasis on textual clarity. Set in English and composed in a graceful, mostly homophonic style, the anthem allows each word to be clearly heard, aligning with liturgical ideals of the time. Its serene simplicity and spiritual intimacy make it a lasting example of Tallis’s mastery.
Lector We praise you for your saints who have entered into joy.
People 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 g ive glory, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, now and for ever. Amen.
The Peace (standing)
Celebrant The peace of the Lord be always with you.
People And also with you.
Announcements (please be seated)
Mother’s Day Prayer
The Holy Communion
Offertory Anthem (sung by the Saint Michael Choir)
If ye love me
If ye love me, keep my commandments. And I will pray the Father, and he shall give you another comforter, that he may ‘bide with you forever; E’en the spirit of truth.
- John 14:15-17
Thomas Tallis
Presentation Hymn (standing, sung by all) Hymn 380, v. 3
“Praise God, from whom all blessings flow” Old 100th
The Great Thanksgiving: Eucharistic Prayer B (standing)
Celebrant The Lord be with you.
People And also with you.
Celebrant Lift up your hearts.
People We lift them to the Lord.
Celebrant Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.
People It is right to give him thanks and praise.
It is right, and a good and joyful thing, always and everywhere to g ive 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:
Sanctus (standing, sung by all) Hymn S 128
“Holy, holy, holy”
Please remain standing as you are able.
We give thanks to you, O God, for the goodness and love which you have made known to us in creation; in the calling of Israel to be your people; in your Word spoken through the prophets; and above all in the Word made flesh, Jesus, your Son. For in these last days you sent him to be incarnate from the Virgin Mary, to be the Savior and Redeemer of the world. In him, you have delivered us from evil, and made us worthy to stand before you. In him, you have brought us out of error into truth, out of sin into righteousness, out of death into life.
On the night before he died for us, our Lord Jesus Christ took bread; and when he had given thanks to you, he broke it, and g ave 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
All baptized persons of any age regardless of their denomination and tradition are welcome to share in the banquet of the Lord’s Supper. During the season of Easter, we return to the practice of the early church and stand during the Prayer of Consecration and the Post-Communion Prayer. You may also stand to receive Communion at the altar rail.
Here a Proper Preface is sung or said on all Sundays, and on other occasions as appointed.
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.
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.
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, according to his command, O Father, All We remember his death, We proclaim his resurrection, We await his coming in glory; And we offer our sacrifice of praise and thanksgiving to you, O Lord of all; presenting to you, from your creation, this bread and this wine.
We pray you, gracious God, to send your Holy Spirit upon these g ifts that they may be the Sacrament of the Body of Christ and his Blood of the new Covenant. Unite us to your Son in his sacrifice, that we may be acceptable through him, being sanctified by the Holy Spirit. In the fullness of time, put all things in subjection under your Christ, and bring us to that heavenly country where, with Saint Michael and all your saints, we may enter the everlasting heritage of your sons and daughters; through Jesus Christ our Lord, the first born of all creation, the head of the Church, and the author of our salvation.
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 (sung by all) Hymn S 154
“Alleluia, alleluia, 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)
I am with you always John Rutter
Lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the world.
I will not leave you comfortless: I will come to you. Yet a little while, and the world seeth me no more; but ye see me: because I live, ye shall live also. Lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the world.
At that day ye shall know that I am in the Father, and ye in me, and I in you. He that hath my commandments, and keepeth them, he it is that loveth me: and he that loveth me shall be loved of my Father, and I will love him.
Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you.
Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.
- Matthew 28:20, John 14:18-21, 27
Communion Hymn (sung by all) Hymn 704
“O thou who camest from above” Hereford
John Rutter’s “I am with you always” is a radiant anthem weaving together texts from the Gospels of Matthew and John. Christ’s promise of abiding presence joins with the assurance “I will not leave you comfortless,” creating a message of deep consolation and hope. Rutter’s signature lyrical style is evident in flowing melodic lines and warm, consonant harmonies that support the text with clarity and tenderness.
In today’s postlude we hear Johann Sebastian Bach’s rather unusual treatment of the Magnificat, restricting himself to only the first half of the melody, all the way up to measure 98, at which point the second half of the melody is finally introduced in the pedals (bass).
The Post-Communion Prayer (standing, 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 (standing)
The Dismissal (standing)
Deacon Let us go forth in the name of Christ. Alleluia, alleluia. People Thanks be to God. Alleluia, alleluia.
Departing Procession (standing, sung by all) Hymn 492
“Sing, ye faithful, sing with gladness” Finnian
Postlude
Fuga sopra il Magnificat, BWV 733 Johann Sebastian Bach
Streamed with permission under ONE LICENSE # M - 402151.
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EDUCATION CLASSES
Sundays | 10 a.m. | 2nd floor of the Education Wing
Please enter and exit the Education Wing from the south entrance on Colgate Ave.
Saint Michael Chapel
9 AM Traditional Church
Joy! A Children’s Service
Saint Michael Chapel
10 AM Education for All Ages
Saint Michael Chapel 7:30 AM Traditional
Adults
Bible Series | Understanding the Culture of the Bible
Room 203 | Led by Dr. Tim Smith
Learn how cultural context shapes Scripture, moving beyond assumptions to grasp original meaning.
Faith & Practice | Easter People
Room 201 | Led by the Rev. Ken Brannon
Explore what resurrection means for everyday life, including building trust, leaning into community, finding your voice, and being brave.
Class for Parents | Parenting Difficult Children
Room 212 | Led by Katherine and Bob Penn
Parenting a strong-willed child can be exhausting. Hear The Penns share their story and provide wisdom, grace, and hope.
Saint Michael 101 | Spotlight: Discipleship
Room 200 | Led by the Rev. Robin Hinkle
Those who are new to our church or interested in membership will learn about Saint Michael’s mission and purpose.
11 AM Contemporary Church Traditional
5:30 PM Traditional
Saint Michael Chapel
Youth
Middle School: 6th and 7th Grade | Youth Room A
Confirmation: 8th Grade | Youth Center
High School: 9th – 12th Grade | Youth Room B
Children
Godly Play: PreK – 1st Grade (Ages 3 – 7)
PreK (Room 213) | Kindergarten (Room 211) | 1st Grade (Room 208)
One Family of Faith: 2nd – 3rd Grade | Room 209
Launch 45: 4th – 5th Grade | Room 207
Nursery available in rooms 19 & 20 in school hallway. Enter through the Sunday Education Wing entrance. See map for details.