Trinity Episcopal Church PROGRESSIVE Inclusive
CREATIVE DOWNTOWN
Third Sunday in Lent
Trinity@Home
March 20, 2022, 9:00AM
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 2
The Liturgy of the Word Prelude
As The Deer Longs
Mark MacDonald
(Brian Buckner)
Welcome
A Penitential Order: Rite II Opening Statement Priest: People:
Blessed is the source of Love yearning for our healing and wholeness. God’s love endures forever.
Confession & Absolution
(from The Road We Make by Walking, Brian McLaren)
Priest:
Let us confess our sin against God and our neighbor.
People:
Gracious God, we have hurt each other, and we have been hurt. We have presumed upon others, and we have been presumed upon. We have taken others for granted, and we have been taken for granted. We have dishonored others, and we have been dishonored. As we receive forgiveness today for our wrongs may we also extend forgiveness to others who have wronged us. Have mercy upon us all. Amen.
Priest:
To all and to each where regret is real, The God of Love pronounces pardon and grants us all the right to begin again. Amen.
Kyrie
We Will Make No Peace with Oppression (Trinity Singers)
Latifah Alattas, Liz Vice, & Paul Zach
We will make no peace, no peace, no peace with oppression. We will make no peace, no peace. We will make no peace, no peace, no peace with oppression. Those who live by the sword will die by the sword. We will stand against violence of every form. We will march in the streets, “No justice, no peace!,” Arm in arm with our neighbor til we all stand free. Almighty God, help us not to be afraid. Almighty, give us Your strength. 3
(Cont.)
We will make no peace, no peace, no peace with oppression. We will make no peace, no peace. We will make no peace, no peace, no peace with oppression. We won’t turn away from pain of our brothers, cries of our sisters, grieving of our mothers. We won’t turn away from destructive politicians, Overflowing prisons, corruption in our systems. Almighty God, help us not to be afraid. Almighty, give us Your strength. Almighty God, help us not to be afraid. Almighty, give us Your strength. Almighty God, help us not to be afraid. Almighty, give us Your strength. Amen.
Collect of the Day Leader: People: Leader:
The Lord be with you. And also with you. Let us pray.
Does Your Heart Break (Music & Lyrics by The Brilliance)
Psalm
Psalm 63: 1-8
The Work of the People
From Psalms for Praying
A single voice will chant the first half of each verse, and the congregation is invited to join in chanting the second half in bold.
O Love, you are my Beloved, and I long for You, my soul thirsts / for You; All that is within me thirsts, as in a dry and barren land / with no water. So I have called out to You in my heart, sensing your power and / glory. Because your steadfast love is Life to me, my lips / will praise You. I would radiate your love as long as / I live, becoming a blessing to others in grati / tude to You.
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The Lesson Reader:
1 Corinthians 10:1-13 A reading from First Corinthians.
Read by Hugh Grefe
I do not want you to be unaware, brothers and sisters, that our ancestors were all under the cloud, and all passed through the sea, and all were baptized into Moses in the cloud and in the sea, and all ate the same spiritual food, and all drank the same spiritual drink. For they drank from the spiritual rock that followed them, and the rock was Christ. Nevertheless, God was not pleased with most of them, and they were struck down in the wilderness. Now these things occurred as examples for us, so that we might not desire evil as they did. Do not become idolaters as some of them did; as it is written, "The people sat down to eat and drink, and they rose up to play." We must not indulge in sexual immorality as some of them did, and twenty-three thousand fell in a single day. We must not put Christ to the test, as some of them did, and were destroyed by serpents. And do not complain as some of them did, and were destroyed by the destroyer. These things happened to them to serve as an example, and they were written down to instruct us, on whom the ends of the ages have come. So if you think you are standing, watch out that you do not fall. No testing has overtaken you that is not common to everyone. God is faithful, and he will not let you be tested beyond your strength, but with the testing he will also provide the way out so that you may be able to endure it.
Reader:
The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.
People:
Gradual
Waiting on the World to Change
John Mayer
(Michael Barlos & Trinity Singers)
We keep on waiting (waiting), Waiting on the world to change We keep on waiting (waiting), Waiting on the world to change It's hard to be persistent, We're standing at a distance So we keep on waiting (waiting), Waiting on the world to change
THE GOSPEL Deacon: People:
Luke 13:1-9 The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ, according to Luke. Glory to you, Lord Christ.
At that very time there were some present who told Jesus about the Galileans whose blood Pilate had mingled with their sacrifices. He asked them, "Do you think that because these Galileans suffered in this way they were worse sinners than all other Galileans? No, I tell you; but unless you repent, you will all perish as they did. Or those eighteen who were killed when the tower of Siloam fell on them--do you think that they were worse offenders than all the others living in Jerusalem? No, I tell you; but unless you repent, you will all perish just as they did." Then he told this parable: "A man had a fig tree planted in his vineyard; and he came looking for fruit on it and found none. So he said to the gardener, 'See here! 5
For three years I have come looking for fruit on this fig tree, and still I find none. Cut it down! Why should it be wasting the soil?' He replied, 'Sir, let it alone for one more year, until I dig around it and put manure on it. If it bears fruit next year, well and good; but if not, you can cut it down.'"
Deacon: People:
The Gospel of the Lord. Praise to you, Lord Christ.
Sermon
The Rev. Dr. Lisa Tucker-Gray
Affirmation of Faith
from the New Zealand Prayer Book Led by Lindsey Melden
You, O God, are supreme and holy. You create our world and give us life. Your purpose overarches everything we do. You have always been with us. You are God. You, O God, are infinitely generous, good beyond all measure. You came to us before we came to you. You have revealed and proved your love for us in Jesus Christ, who lived and died and rose again. You are with us now. You are God. You, O God, are Holy Spirit You empower us to be your gospel in the world. You reconcile and heal; you overcome death. You are our God. We worship you. Amen.
PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE
Led by Jason Rahe
During this season we will sing and speak our petitions of prayer.
Intercessor:
God of justice hear the cry of those who yearn for justice around the world; the persecuted and oppressed, the exploited and the ill-treated. God of love hear the cry of those who yearn for love; fractured families, broken homes neglected, unwanted, alone. God of peace hear the cry of those who yearn for peace; in battle zones and broken states, those who are frightened, fearful and anxious. (Pause)
REFRAIN God of healing hear the cry of those who yearn for healing; physicaland spiritual hurting, weakened and depressed. (Pause) 6
God of mercy hear the cry of those who yearn for mercy; convicted, inneed of your Grace, contrite, humble, bowed down. (Pause) May we know the peace of God the love of God the justice of God the healing and mercy of God this day and all days. Amen.
THE PEACE Deacon: People:
The peace of the Lord be always with you. And also with you.
Announcements Offertory Invitation Go to our Giving page. www.trinitytoledo.org/online-giving/, choose GIVE NOW and Sunday, March 20. You can also text the word “Give” to 419-OMG-LOVE (419-6645683) to make your weekly offering.
Offertory
Storm Comin’
Wailin’ Jennys
(Trinity Singers)
Lord’s Prayer
Traditional, spoken Led by Ray Levey
The congregation is invited to join. 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.
Blessing May our mouths speak of God’s goodness. May our arms hold those in need. May our feet walk towards justice. May our hearts trust their worth. May our souls dance in God’s grace. And may this be our rhythm—again and again and again, as we journey through Lent. 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. 7
Sending Hymn
Go Down, Moses (Trinity Singers)
Dismissal Deacon: People:
Go in peace to serve our loving, liberating, life-giving God. Thanks be to God.
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LEVAS# 228
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, Jeffrey Albright, Jr. Warden Leah Reed, Clerk, Gary Franklin, Treasurer Dennis Degnan, Becky Koskinen, Fritz Hany, Karen Keune & Jamie Paul
Parish Staff The Rev. Dr. Lisa Tucker-Gray, Rector Heather Meyer, Director of Operations and Community Development Chelsie Cree, Director of Music & the Arts Grace Mauk, Trinity@316 Accompanist, Brian Buckner, Trinity@Home Accompanist Lynzi Miller, Communications Coordinator ADDITIONAL RESOURCES & COPYRIGHT INFO: Collect of the Day: Does Your Heart Break. The Work of the People. Permission granted by purchase of subscription through The Work of the People: https://www.theworkofthepeople.com. Readings and Gospel from: Revised Common Lectionary: lectionarypage.net, 2021. Affirmation of Faith: from the New Zealand Prayer Book. Psalm: From Psalms for Praying by Nan Merrill. Prayers of the People: Refrain from Psalm 103, alt. Taize – GIA Publications. Confession & Absolution: from The Road We Make by Walking, Brian McLaren Lord’s Prayer: Traditional, spoken. 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
TRINITY EPISCOPAL CHURCH PROGRESSIVE INCLUSIVE CREATIVE
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Trinity Episcopal Church Progressive Inclusive Creative Downtown 316 Adams Street, Toledo, OH www.trinitytoledo.org
Trinity Pages Announcements Tuesday, 4/5, 7:00pm, Welcome to Trinity - Join us for a relaxed time of introductions, sharing stories and answering questions of what it means to be a part of the “Episcopal branch of the Jesus movement.” Register HERE. This evening is open to all and especially for those new to Trinity and interested in finding out more about our ministry and exploring what it might mean to join. Saturday, 4/9, 9:00am, Men’s Bible Study - Join us for our next Men’s Bible Study gathering on Saturday, April 9th at 9:00am at Rick’s City Diner (5333 Monroe St, Toledo, OH). All men in the Trinity community and their guests are welcome to join. You can view the Bible passages we will be discussing on our website. Thursday, 4/21, 9:00, Toledo Streets Newspaper Vendor Lunch - Trinity will provide the meal for Toledo Streets’ vendor lunch on Thursday, April 21st and we need YOUR help! Trinity will purchase the food but we need 4-6 volunteers to help assemble the lunches and deliver them to the Toledo Streets Office. Sunday, 4/24, 6:30pm, Trinity Book Club We are currently reading Firekeeper's Daughter by Angeline Boulley. Join us for our next Book Club gathering on Sunday, April 24th, 6:30-8:00pm. Sign up on the website to join us!!
Trinity Prayer List Please remember those who have asked for our prayers: Tishie Bozeman Caroline Kroeger The Johnson family Dennis Kanfield Beonka Fizer
Sheilah Wilson Tim Barr The Bowen family Bradley Baker
Ethel Perdeau The Webb family Carol Romstadt Helen Paolucci
v To add your name or the name of someone you love on the Prayer List, please email lynzi@trinitytoledo.org.
March Birthdays ere
Birthdays
3/1 Ruth Miller 3/15 Emily Esch
3/6 Sam Melden 3/8 Jeff Habib 3/20 Jolene Miller 3/25 Jamie Paul
3/10 Pat Squire
To add your birthday or anniversary to our list, please email lynzi@trinitytoledo.org.
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Lent 2022 …at a glance
Ash Wednesday, March 2nd
Sundays in Lent, March 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th, April 3rd
Saturdays, March 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th, April 2nd
First 3 Sundays in Lent, March 6th, 13th, 20th
Wednesdays, March 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th
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TRINITY EPISCOPAL CHURCH
LENT MUSIC - SERIES -
SHE'S KING - GRACE MAUK
3/9 7:30
Our very own Grace Mauk in an intimate concert. Performing selections from her solo music, including singles "She's the King of the World" and "The Flower's Bloom for You." @sheskingmusic
HUMAN EXPERIENCES - WHO WE ARE
3/16 7:30
Composer Connor Gibbs and colleagues present an evening of new music. Truly a progressive and inclusive concert, composers of half the works presented are by women, LGBTQ+, and POC. www.connorgibbs.com
THE SCOT SYMPHONIC BAND
3/23 7:30
The College of Wooster presents a concert full of the finest in wind band literature from all historical periods. Featuring their Pipe Band and clad in kilts, this is the way to bring music back to the sanctuary. @scotband
BRADLEY BAKER IN CONCERT
3/30 7:30
Our very own Bradley Baker and Brian Buckner in an upclose and personal evening of song. With the voice of velvet, Bradley will share his life through music. Including spirituals, art songs, and original works.
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