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.
Today is the Feast of Pentecost! On Pentecost, the Holy Spirit was given to Jesus’s disciples and helped inspire them to create the Church, which is why we often call this day the “birthday of the church.” We will celebrate with festive worship throughout the day and a reception on the Colgate patio at 10 a.m.
With summer coming soon, please pick up a Sunday News handout if you haven’t already and join us for our special programming whenever you can. We hope you will sign up to serve or participate in Youth Mission Week (June 1 – 5) and Vacation Bible School (June 8 – 11) now. And join us for the start of our Pub Theology series on Monday, June 1 with a timely and thought-provoking conversation: “How Social Media and a 24-hour News Cycle Shape Identity.”
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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Welcome
Joy: A EuchArist for childrEn
The Lighting Of The Christ Candle
“The Light Of Christ”
The light of Christ has come into the world. The light of Christ has come into the world.
Public Domain
The Opening Song
“I’ve Got The Joy, Joy, Joy”
I’ve got the joy, joy, joy, joy down in my heart. Down in my heart. Down in my heart.
I’ve got the joy, joy, joy, joy down in my heart. Down in my heart to stay.
Refrain
And I’m so happy, so very happy.
I’ve got the love of Jesus in my heart. And I’m so happy, so very happy.
I’ve got the love of Jesus in my heart.
Other verses
I’ve got the peace that passes understanding. Refrain.
I’ve got the love of Jesus, love of Jesus. Refrain.
Public Domain
Standing
Please be seated.
The Opening Sentences
Celebrant Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
People And blessed be his kingdom, now and for ever. Amen.
Celebrant There is one Body and one Spirit; People There is one hope in God’s call to us; Celebrant One Lord, one Faith, one Baptism; People One God and Father of all.
The Collect
Celebrant The Lord be with you.
People And also with you.
Celebrant Let us pray.
Celebrant Dear God, your Son Jesus told us to be friends with everyone; give us courage to befriend those who are different from us. Amen.
The Gospel Procession
“I Have Decided To Follow Jesus”
I have decided to follow Jesus. I have decided to follow Jesus. I have decided to follow Jesus. No turning back, no turning back.
Other verses
Though none go with me, still I will follow. The cross I’ll carry ‘til I see Jesus. The cross before me, the world behind me.
Public Domain
The Bible Story
The
Song After The Story
“Jesus In The Morning”
Jesus, Jesus, Jesus in the morning. Jesus in the noontime.
Jesus, Jesus, Jesus when the sun goes down.
Other verses Praise him. Love him. Serve him.
African-American Spiritual; Public Domain
Holy Baptism
Celebrant Will parents and Godparents present those that will be baptized?
Sponsors I present N. to receive the Sacrament of Baptism.
Celebrant Will you who are presenting be responsible for bringing up this child in the Christian faith and life?
Sponsors I will, with God’s help.
Celebrant Let us stand and together with those who will be baptized and reaffirm our own baptismal vows.
Celebrant Do you believe in God the Father, who made all things?
People I believe in God the Father.
Celebrant Do you believe in Jesus, the only Son of God, who loves us and saves us?
People I believe in God the Son.
Celebrant Do you believe in God the Holy Spirit?
People I believe in God the Holy Spirit.
Baptismal Sponsors stand, Congregation is seated.
The Congregation stands.
Celebrant Will you continue to be part of God’s holy people?
People I will, with God’s help.
Celebrant Will you continue to rely on God’s mercy and grace?
People I will, with God’s help.
Celebrant Will you through your words and actions tell others about God’s love?
People I will, with God’s help.
Celebrant Will you love your neighbor?
People I will, with God’s help.
Celebrant Will you help others learn to live in love?
People I will, with God’s help.
The Prayers
Celebrant
Let us pray for all who are to be baptized this day.
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 lifegiving 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.
The Blessing of the Water
Celebrant We thank you, Father, for the waters of Baptism. Set this water apart by your Holy Spirit so that these children are born again into the life of Jesus. Amen.
The Baptism and Annointing
Addison Jo Frances Graves, Daughter of Courtney and George Graves
Joy Catherine Ramey, Daughter of Cate and Seth Ramey
The Prayer of the Spirit
Celebrant
Heavenly Father, we thank you that by water and the Holy Spirit, you have raised our friends to a new life of grace. Sustain them, O Lord, in your Holy Spirit. Give our friends an inquiring heart, the courage to will and to persevere, a spirit to know and love you, and the gift of joy and wonder in all your works. Amen.
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Standing
Celebrant Let us welcome the newly baptized. People 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.
The Peace
Celebrant The peace of the Lord be always with you. People And also with you.
The Offertory
“I’ve Got Peace Like A River”
I’ve got peace like a river, I’ve got peace like a river, I’ve got peace like a river in my soul, I’ve got peace like a river, I’ve got peace like a river, I’ve got peace like a river in my soul.
Other verses
I’ve got joy like a fountain. I’ve got love like an ocean.
African-American Spiritual © 1982 Fred Bock Music Company; CCLI 1718120 under license #12077. All rights reserved.
The Doxology
Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; praise him, all creatures here below; praise him above, ye heavenly host: praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost.
“Praise God, from whom all blessings flow“ Hymn 380, v. 3
Prayers Over The Bread & Wine To Thank God For Jesus
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.
The Lord’s Prayer
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
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.
All baptized persons of any age regardless of their denomination and tradition are welcome to share in the banquet of the Lord’s Supper. Eucharistic prayer continues.
Members of the congregation may come forward to receive Communion from the Celebrant.
Please join in the singing of the Communion songs.
Communion Songs
“Let Us Break Bread Together”
Let us break bread together on our knees, Let us break bread together on our knees. Refrain.
Refrain
When I fall on my knees, With my face to the rising sun, Oh Lord, have mercy on me. Let us drink wine together on our knees, Let us drink wine together on our knees. Refrain. Let us praise God together on our knees, Let us praise God together on our knees. Refrain.
African-American Spiritual; Public Domain
“This Little Light Of Mine”
This little light of mine, I’m gonna let it shine. This little light of mine, I’m gonna let it shine. This little light of mine, I’m gonna let it shine. Let it shine, let it shine, let it shine.
Other verses
Hide it under a bushel, no. Don’t let anyone blow it out. All around the neighborhood. Let it shine till Jesus comes.
Music by David McDonald © 2001 Lillenas Publishing Company, (Admin. by The Copyright Co.); CCLI #1718120
“Amazing Grace”
Amazing grace! How sweet the sound, that saved a wretch like me! I once was lost, but now am found, was blind, but now I see!
‘Twas grace that taught my heart to fear, and grace my fears relieved; How precious did that grace appear the hour I first believed.
The Lord has promised good to me, His word my hope secures; He will my shield and portion be as long as life endures.
Through many dangers, toils, and snares, I have already come; ‘tis grace has brought me safe thus far, and grace will lead me home.
When we’ve been there ten thousand years, bright shining as the sun, We’ve no less days to sing God’s praise than when we’d first begun.
Words: St. 1-4 John Newton (1725-1807), St. 5 attributed to John Rees, fl. 1859. Public Domain
“This Is The Day”
This is the day, this is the day. That the Lord has made, that the Lord has made. We will rejoice. We will rejoice. And be glad in it. And be glad in it. This is the day that the Lord has made. We will rejoice, and be glad in it. This is the day, this is the day. That the Lord has made.
Copyright © 1967, 1980 Scripture In Song (a div. of Integrity Music, Inc.); CCLI #1718120
Thank You To God For Our Time Together
All Thank you, Jesus, for this Holy Meal. Thank you for giving us this Holy Food that gives each of us the gift of life. And thank you for caring for us. Amen.
A Blessing The Dismissal
Celebrant Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia, alleluia. People Thanks be to God. Alleluia, alleluia.
The Closing Song
“Rejoice In The Lord Always”
Rejoice in the Lord always, and again I say rejoice!
Rejoice in the Lord always, and again I say rejoice!
Rejoice! Rejoice! And again I say rejoice!
Rejoice! Rejoice! And again I say rejoice!
Public Domain
Song permission granted by CCLI License #171820 & Hymn permission used by Rite Song, a one-time use reprint license for congregational use.
7:30 AM
Traditional
Saint Michael Chapel
9 AM Traditional Church
Joy! A Children’s Service
Saint Michael Chapel
10 AM Education for All Ages
11 AM
Contemporary Church
Traditional
Saint Michael Chapel
5:30 PM
Traditional
Saint Michael Chapel
sunday at Saint Michael
SUNDAY CLASSES ARE ON A BREAK:
See what’s coming up for all ages when they resume on Sunday, June 7.
Adults
Engaging the Word | Exile & Return
Room 203 | Led by the Rev. Dr. Andrew Grosso
Explore how Babylonian exile shaped Jewish faith, Jesus’ ministry, and faithful Christian living through connections between Scripture and today.
Faith & Practice | The Communion of Saints: Feasts & Fasts
Room 201 | Led by the Rev. Dr. Christopher D. Girata
Meet remarkable saints from the church calendar and discover how their examples can inspire faithful living and spiritual growth today.
Class for Parents | Key Decision: Devoted Room 212 | Led by Dr. Tim Smith
Discover seven God-honoring parenting decisions that help overcome distractions, fears, and decision fatigue while building lasting, faithful habits.
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.