Trinity Episcopal Church PROGRESSIVE ICLUSIVE
CREATIVE DOWNTOWN
Fourth Sunday After Pentecost
Morning Devotion
June 20, 2021
10:00am
Welcome to Trinity Episcopal Church Good morning and “welcome home” to Trinity! Whether you are new to our community or have found yourself coming back again and again, we want you to know you are both welcome and wanted here among us. For some, church is as comfortable and familiar as a good pair of jeans, or like coming back to your childhood home (if it is one filled with good memories). For others, church might be like visiting a foreign country where you experience unfamiliar language or customs. And then, sadly, for some, church has become equated with feelings of hurt, shame or rejection. We get all of that and believe church can be different. We are a diverse community of seekers, believers, and doubters held together by the hope that together we are better, kinder, and more courageous when we stand side by side and face into the challenges of our lives and in the world together. We challenge the practices of our tradition that have at times kept others out and instead embrace Jesus’ mandate to welcome all, no exceptions, as a core value. And, we get that if people are brave enough to either walk through the doors of a big gothic-looking church in downtown Toledo, or tune in to Trinity@Home on line, we better be serious about being explicitly progressive, inclusive and creative in all we say and do. We love our Episcopal tradition, AND we love people from all walks of life even more! It is our hope and prayer that together we will navigate our way through each gathering, worship service, opportunity to serve, class, meal and social time together with humility, grace and laughter all infused with radical hospitality. So thank you for being here today; for trusting the yearning that brought you through those ancient doors. May we all find our way into the heart of God’s love as we make room for each other in this community and this world- we believe we are better and love more when diversity is celebrated and the bounds of God’s love are stretched wide. This bulletin is a guide to accompany you through the “liturgy”- meaning the “work of the people”- which is how our tradition approaches worship. It does indeed take a village bringing all of its gifts together to create our expression of gratitude and devotion week after week. Here is a quick little guide to help you follow along as we worship together: • • •
Italicized Print = singing Bold Print = everyone is invited to join in reciting a prayer/reading Bold & Italicized Print = everyone is invited to join in singing.
Welcome Home! May you never forget you are loved, Lisa The Rev. Dr. Lisa Tucker-Gray, Rector www.trinitytoledo.org
The Liturgy of the Word Prelude
Who You Are to Me
Chris Tomlin
(Gabe Hagedorn)
Welcome
The Rev. Dr. Lisa Tucker-Gray
Opening Song
O For a World (Trinity Singers)
Miriam Therese Winter Sung to the tune of AZMON
O for a world where ev’ryone respects each other’s ways, where love is lived and all is done with justice and with praise. O for a world where goods are shared and misery relieved, where truth is spoken children spared, equality achieved. We welcome one world family and struggle with each choice that opens us to unity and gives our vision voice. The poor are rich, the weak are strong, the foolish ones are wise. Tell all who mourn: outcasts belong, who perishes will rise. O for a world preparing for God’s glorious reign of peace, where time and tears will be no more, and all but love will cease.
Opening Statement & Collect of the Day Priest: People: Priest:
The Work of The People (TWOTP)
The Lord be with you. And also with you. Let us pray.
Earth as the Original Sacrament
by Christine Valters Paintner
May Christ who shimmers in all creation surprise you each day with glittering moments, when you can see again how Light lives in everything, how it partners with dark soil to bring forth aster and lavender, rosemary and daffodils, a hundred kinds of squash, kale and cabbage, apple and berry, grapes sweetened by the sun. How the dough you knead in your hands
is an alchemy of touch and time, how everything is a call to communion – the wafer of moon, a chalice of stars. Let the Mystery of it all dance in your heart, always widening your horizons, inhabiting new landscapes. May you know each moment as sacred and everything around you a call to remember this one true thing.
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FIRST READING Reader:
Job 38:1-11 A reading from Job.
Read by Sheila Otto
The Lord answered Job out of the whirlwind: "Who is this that darkens counsel by words without knowledge? Gird up your loins like a man, I will question you, and you shall declare to me. "Where were you when I laid the foundation of the earth? Tell me, if you have understanding. Who determined its measurements—surely you know! Or who stretched the line upon it? On what were its bases sunk, or who laid its cornerstone when the morning stars sang together and all the heavenly beings shouted for joy? "Or who shut in the sea with doors when it burst out from the womb?— when I made the clouds its garment, and thick darkness its swaddling band, and prescribed bounds for it, and set bars and doors, and said, 'Thus far shall you come, and no farther, and here shall your proud waves be stopped'?"
Reader: People:
THE PSALM
The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.
Psalm 107:1-3, 23-32
Psalms for Praying
Please join in singing the Refrain each time it is repeated; the verses text will be offered by the cantors.
REFRAIN
We give thanks to You, who are the Source of Love; whose Light shines forth throughout the universe! Come, awaken our hearts that we might do your Work; For, without You, we can do nothing; ‘tis your Love that loves through us. O, that you might learn to see with your heart, to hear and think with your heart, as well! Many there are who boast of their own deeds, who are proud of their power over others. REFRAIN
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Where will they be when storms arise, when earthquakes shatter the rocks of their hearts? Only the humble will call to the Spirit to help them in times of distress; The wise wait not for trouble, but communicate with the Counselor in all things. Enter the Holy Temple of your heart, and learn to still the tumult of the mind; For, to be serene even in the midst of chaos, is to know the efficacy of calmness. REFRAIN Peace dwells in the heart of silence, compassion and mercy abide there, as well. Come, let us give thanks to the Heart of all hearts, giving praise for the unlimited gifts of Love! Let us pray for the good of all life, and learn to dance in harmony with the cosmos! REFRAIN
SECOND READING Reader:
2 Corinthians 6:1-13 A reading from Second Corinthians.
Read by Larry Meyer
As we work together with Christ, we urge you also not to accept the grace of God in vain. For he says, “At an acceptable time I have listened to you, and on a day of salvation I have helped you.” See, now is the acceptable time; see, now is the day of salvation! We are putting no obstacle in anyone's way, so that no fault may be found with our ministry, but as servants of God we have commended ourselves in every way: through great endurance, in afflictions, hardships, calamities, beatings, imprisonments, riots, labors, sleepless nights, hungers; by purity, knowledge, patience, kindness, holiness of spirit, genuine love, truthful speech, and the power of God; with the weapons of righteousness for the right hand and for the left; in honor and dishonor, in ill repute and good repute. We are treated as impostors, and yet are true; as unknown, and yet are well known; as dying, and see-- we are alive; as punished, and yet not killed; as sorrowful, yet always rejoicing; as poor, yet making many rich; as having nothing, and yet possessing everything. We have spoken frankly to you Corinthians; our heart is wide open to you. There is no restriction in our affections, but only in yours. In return-- I speak as to children-- open wide your hearts also.
Reader: People:
The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.
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Gradual
Bind Us Together Lord Bob Gillman (David Breen, Courtney Rahe, Kim Buehler, & Brian Buckner, piano) Bind us together, Lord, Bind us together With cords that cannot be broken Bind us together, Lord, Bind us together, Bind us together in Love There is only one God, You connect everything, There is only one Body, That is why we can sing. Bind us together, Lord, Bind us together With cords that cannot be broken Bind us together, Lord, Bind us together, Bind us together in Love You are the family of God, You are the promise divine You are God’s chosen desire, You are the glorious design. Bind us together, Lord, Bind us together With cords that cannot be broken Bind us together, Lord, Bind us together, Bind us together in Love
THE GOSPEL Priest: People:
Mark 4:35-41 The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ, according to Mark. Glory to you, Lord Christ.
When evening had come, Jesus said to his disciples, “Let us go across to the other side.” And leaving the crowd behind, they took him with them in the boat, just as he was. Other boats were with him. A great windstorm arose, and the waves beat into the boat, so that the boat was already being swamped. But he was in the stern, asleep on the cushion; and they woke him up and said to him, “Teacher, do you not care that we are perishing?” He woke up and rebuked the wind, and said to the sea, “Peace! Be still!” Then the wind ceased, and there was a dead calm. He said to them, “Why are you afraid? Have you still no faith?” And they were filled with great awe and said to one another, “Who then is this, that even the wind and the sea obey him?” Priest: People:
Sermon
The Gospel of Christ. Praise to you, Lord Christ. Rev. Dr. Lisa Tucker-Gray Introduction to the Way of Love by Presiding Bishop Michael Curry
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Affirmation of FAITH
From Ross Mackinnon, Glen Waverley Uniting Church Led by Cheryl Mack We believe in God, a Reign which favors the poor and the our Maker, and Creator of the universe. pariahs is our eternal goal. God created the Earth and all that is in it and saw that it was very good. We believe we are called to work with God to make this Reign a reality for all people. We believe that God has called us We believe in God’s Spirit, to protect and care for the Earth – a powerful moving motivator, its landscapes, waterways, oceans and available to us at all times, skies, to be used by us to show God’s great love its flora and fauna, to those in need. and its human inhabitants. We believe in God’s community of saints, We believe God calls us past, present and future – to consume only what we need, this great gathering of people working for and not unthinkingly to grab what we the greater good. want out of selfishness and greed. We are grateful for God’s saints down the We believe in Jesus the Anointed One, Preacher, Teacher and Healer, sent by God to show us the way to live and to love. Jesus teaches us still. His message of God’s Reign, a Reign of peace, justice and love,
ages – Christian thinkers, Christian pioneers, renewers of society, reformers of the church, faithful servants, people of prayer and witnesses to Jesus. May we be numbered among them. Blessed be God for ever. Amen.
The Prayers of the People Intercessor:
People: Intercessor:
People: Intercessor:
Offered by Francine MacBride
God of love, we pray for your church: For all our ministers: bishops, priests, deacons and all lay members; and for all who seek you in the community of the faithful. Equip us with compassion and love, to carry out your work of reconciliation in the world. God of love, Hear our prayers for the church. God of freedom, we pray for our nation, and all the nations of the world: For peace and unity across barriers of language, color, and creed; for elected and appointed leaders, that they would serve the common good. Inspire all people with courage to speak out against hatred, to actively resist evil. Unite the human family in bonds of love. God of freedom, Hear our prayers for the world. God of justice, we pray for the earth, your creation entrusted to our care: For the animals and birds, the mountains and oceans, and all parts of your creation that have no voice of their own. Stir up in us a thirst for justice that protects the earth and all its resources, that we may leave to our children’s children the legacy of beauty and abundance that you have given us. God of justice, 7
People:
Hear our prayers for the earth.
Intercessor:
God of peace, we pray for this community: For our local leaders; for our schools and markets; for our neighborhoods and workplaces. Kindle in every heart a desire for equality, respect, and opportunity for all. Give us courage to strive for justice and peace among all people, beginning here at home. God of peace, Hear our prayers for this community.
People: Intercessor:
People: Intercessor:
People:
God of mercy, we pray for all in any kind of need or trouble: For those whose lives are closely linked with ours, and those connected to us as part of the human family. For refugees and prisoners; for the sick and suffering, the lonely and despairing; for those facing violence; for all held down by prejudice or injustice. Awaken in us compassion and humility of spirit, as we seek and serve Christ in all persons. God of mercy, Hear our prayers for all who are in need. God of grace, we pray for those who have died: For the faithful in every generation who have worked for justice; for prophets who called us to racial reconciliation; for martyrs who died because of hatred; and for all the communion of saints. Make us faithful to your call to proclaim your Good News, by word and example, and bring us at last into the glorious company of the saints in light. God of grace, Hear our prayers for those who have died. Amen.
The Confession of Sin & Absolution
Enriching Our Worship
Leader:
Let us confess our sins to God.
People:
Creator God, long-suffering, full of grace and truth, you create us from nothing and give us life abundant. You give us new life in the water of baptism. You never turn your face from us, nor cast us aside. We confess we have turned against you and against our neighbor, in thought, word and deed. We have wounded your love and marred your image in us. Restore us for the sake of your Son, and bring us to heavenly joy, in Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Priest:
May the God of love bring you back to all that is good in you. May you be forgiven of all wrongdoing and welcome God’s grace anew in your life this day. May God’s assurance strengthen your resolve to begin again in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
THE PEACE
Led by Lisa Tucker-Gray & NTN Volunteers The peace of the Lord be always with you. And also with you.
Priest: People:
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Announcements Offertory Go to our Giving page. www.trinitytoledo.org/online-giving/, choose GIVE and Sunday, June 20. You can also text the word “Give” to 419-OMG-LOVE (419-664-5683) to make your weekly offering.
Offertory
I Wish I Knew How it Felt to be Free (Lisa Tucker-Gray & Chris Joseph)
Lord’s Prayer
Dan Bergen by J. Manny Santiago Led by Kory Meinhart
The congregation is invited to join.
Our Parent, who is among us, blessed be your Creation. May your reign be a reality here on earth. May we become more interested in building your kin-dom here and now than in waiting for it to come down from above. Let us share our bread with those who hunger. Let us learn to forgive as well as to receive forgiveness. Help us through the time of temptation, delivering us from all evil. For ours are the eternal blessings that you pour upon the earth. Amen.
Blessing
May the rain fall off your shoulders when you’re caught in a storm. When the frost comes a callin’ may it find you safe and warm. May your place be set, and may your promises be kept. And may you never forget that you are loved.
Sending Song
Eternal Father Strong to Save
See page 10.
(Trinity Singers)
Dismissal Leader: People:
Offered by Katie & Seth Crawford Go in peace to love and serve the Lord. Thanks be to God.
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Sending Hymn
Eternal Father Strong to Save (Trinity Singers)
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William Whiting
Trinity’s Daily Bread- As a community of faith, we are called to love and be loved; to serve and be served, to give and to receive. In short, we don’t want anyone to “fall behind or drop out.” In this season of connecting in new ways, we are introducing Trinity’s Daily Bread. Please let us know if you need prayer, assistance or connection by filling out our Daily Bread form on our website, www.trinitytoledo.org!
Trinity Episcopal Church Vestry Leadership Donna Steppe, Sr. Warden, Roberta Durham, Jr. Warden Leah Reed, Clerk, Jeffrey Albright, Dennis Degnan, Becky Koskinen, Fritz Hany, Bob Meeker & Jamie Paul Gary Franklin, Treasurer
Parish Staff The Rev. Dr. Lisa Tucker-Gray, Rector Heather Meyer, Director of Operations and Community Development Chelsie Cree, Interim Choir Director Gabe Hagedorn, Interim Accompanist Lynzi Miller, Next To New Manager & Communications Coordinator Nick Zurawski, Sexton ADDITIONAL RESOURCES & COPYRIGHT INFO: Collect of the Day Earth as the Original Sacrament by Christine Valters Paintner TWOTP. Used with subscription permission through The Work of the People, Liturgy Project www.theworkofthepeople.com. Readings and Gospel from: Revised Common Lectionary: lectionarypage.net, 2020 Psalm: From Psalms for Praying © 2007 Nan C. Merrill. Reprinted with permission of the publisher Continuum International Publishing Group www.PsalmsForPraying.com. REFRAIN: Psalms for Every Season, Brazos Press, 2012. Affirmation of Faith: (Source: Ross Mackinnon, July 2009) An affirmation of faith based on the Preamble added to the national constitution of the Uniting Church in Australia Lord’s Prayer: Copyright © by J. Manny Santiago, 1999. From the Association of Welcoming and Affirming Baptists. Used with permission; downloaded at ManyVoices.org. Bulletin Image: Cover of Scott Gunn’s Book, The Way of Love. All printed music from The Hymnal 1982, Lift Ev’ry Voice and Sing, My Heart Sings Out, Wonder, Love, and Praise was used by permission through purchase of riteseries.org. All other printed music permission through purchase of CCLI Copyright license #20577215 Size B Streaming License #20577284 Size B Secular music permission through purchase of CCS WORSHIPcast Copyright license #13190 All printed music from Gather permission through purchase of onelicense.net License # A-700000
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DOWNTOWN
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Trinity Episcopal Church Progressive Inclusive Creative Downtown 316 Adams Street, Toledo, OH www.trinitytoledo.org
Trinity Pages TODAY 6/20, 11:00am, Coffee Hour– You are invited to join us for a 30-minute virtual coffee and conversation following our 10:00 online worship service every Sunday. The Zoom MEETING ID is on our website and the PASSWORD will be shared by Lisa during service announcements each Sunday morning! Wednesday, 6/23, 7:00pm, Moving Inward: Exploring Prayer as Physical Practice- Emily Olson will lead us in another season of prayer exploration, Wednesdays from 7:00-8:00 pm starting June 16th. This is a hybrid opportunity, allowing you the choice to join us in-person or on Zoom. If you are interested in participating, please visit our website to register via Sign up Genius and a Zoom link will be emailed to you. Movement will be accessible to all body types and abilities (ages 16+)! Thursday, 6/24, 7:00pm, The Way of Love Book Group- Last fall, a group of us gathered to discuss Scott Gunn’s latest book, The Way of Love: A Practical Guide to Following Jesus. We are running the book group again, to coincide with Lisa’s summer sermon series on the Way of Love. We will be meeting Thursdays from 7:00-8:30 pm, June 17 – August 5, on Zoom. Each Sunday, Lisa will preach on one of the facets of the Way of Love, and we will discuss the corresponding chapter the following Thursday. please visit our website to register via Sign up Genius and a Zoom link will be emailed to you. Sundays 6/27, 7/25 & 8/29, 1:00-3:00pm, All Parish Picnics- We have reserved the newly renovated Levis Square one block away from Trinity. Bring your own picnics, chairs and blankets (they also have some seating). We will also order box lunches for our Toledo Streets vendors and invite them to join us as well! We’ll have live music and enjoy our time together.
Please remember those who have asked for our prayers: John L., Gladys & Karen Johnson-Webb Carol Gray Tishie Bozeman Godwin Nosa Ronald B Mitchell Katie Greg Bulach Justin Myers Nancy Owens & daughter Lou Woellner Stan Johnson Zach Wabeke Ray Levey
Judy Moon Sheilah Wilson Elisheva Rose-Boxer Chico Martinez Jo Stanovcak Douglas Romstadt
Please remember those who have recently died: Judy Koechel
Jill Bulach
To add your name or the name of someone you love on the Prayer List, please email lynzi@trinitytoledo.org.
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Birthdays 6/2 Leah Reed 6/7 Lyla Anderson 6/14 Kyle Grefe 6/29 Seth Crawford
Anniversaries
6/2 Becky Randall 6/11 Nick Zurawski 6/14 Melinda Fischer 6/29 Rachel Gagnon
6/7 Jeffrey Albright 6/12 Marcia O’Connor 6/28 Michael Lowery 6/30 Ayden Tennant
6/7 Judy Stone-Gaynor 6/14 Shirley Fischer 6/28 Mary Toneff 6/30 Lindsay Potts
6/14 Vickie and 12 Kevin Kuhr To add your birthday or anniversary to our list, please email lynzi@trinitytoledo.org.