Welcome to All Saints Parish! As a community of faith, we: • Welcome all seeking refuge, inspiration, and nourishing relationships with one another and with God. • Provide a place devoted to creating beauty and experiencing God’s grace. • Empower people to act in service to others within and beyond our immediate community and to care for God’s creation.

WE GATHER IN THE NAME OF GOD

I will give you as a light to the nations, that my salvation may reach to the end of the earth.

Isaiah 49:6b

VOLUNTARY: Melody Samuel Coleridge-Taylor (1875-1912)

GATHERING HYMN: Sing praise to God who reigns above Hymnal 408

The Third Sunday after the Epiphany + 24 January 2021, 10:30 am Service of the Word

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THE GREETING

Presider Blessed be God: most holy, glorious, and undivided Trinity. People And blessed be God’s reign, now and for ever. Amen.

THE CONFESSION

Presider Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor. People Most merciful God, we confess that we have sinned against you in thought, word,

and deed, by what we have done, and by what we have left undone. We have not loved you with our whole heart; we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves. We are truly sorry and we humbly repent. For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ, have mercy on us and forgive us; that we may delight in your will, and walk in your ways, to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Presider Almighty God have mercy on you, forgive you all your sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen you in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep you in eternal life. Amen.

SONG OF PRAISE: The Third Song of Isaiah Hymnal S223

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COLLECT OF THE DAY

Presider God be with you, People And also with you.

Presider Let us pray.

Give us grace, O Lord, to answer readily the call of our Savior Jesus Christ and proclaim to all people the Good News of his salvation, that we and the whole world may perceive the glory of his marvelous works; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

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WE PROCLAIM AND RESPOND TO THE WORD OF GOD FIRST READING Reader: Lawrence Coe Jonah 3:1-5, 10

The word of the Lord came to Jonah a second time, saying, “Get up, go to Nineveh, that great city, and proclaim to it the message that I tell you.” So Jonah set out and went to Nineveh, according to the word of the Lord. Now Nineveh was an exceedingly large city, a three days' walk across. Jonah began to go into the city, going a day's walk. And he cried out, “Forty days more, and Nineveh shall be overthrown!” And the people of Nineveh believed God; they proclaimed a fast, and everyone, great and small, put on sackcloth.

When God saw what they did, how they turned from their evil ways, God changed his mind about the calamity that he had said he would bring upon them; and he did not do it.

Reader Hear what the Spirit is saying to God’s people. People Thanks be to God.

RESPONSE: Psalm 62:6-14 Sung by the Section Leaders Alan Hemmings (1934-2018)

For God alone my soul in silence waits; * truly, my hope is in him.

He alone is my rock and my salvation, * my stronghold, so that I shall not be shaken.

In God is my safety and my honor; * God is my strong rock and my refuge.

Put your trust in him always, O people, * pour out your hearts before him, for God is our refuge.

Those of high degree are but a fleeting breath, * even those of low estate cannot be trusted.

On the scales they are lighter than a breath, * all of them together.

Put no trust in extortion; in robbery take no empty pride; * though wealth increase, set not your heart upon it.

God has spoken once, twice have I heard it, * that power belongs to God.

Steadfast love is yours, O Lord, * for you repay everyone according to his deeds.

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SECOND READING Reader: Doris Halvorson Coe 1 Corinthians 7:29-31

I mean, brothers and sisters, the appointed time has grown short; from now on, let even those who have wives be as though they had none, and those who mourn as though they were not mourning, and those who rejoice as though they were not rejoicing, and those who buy as though they had no possessions, and those who deal with the world as though they had no dealings with it. For the present form of this world is passing away.

Reader Hear what the Spirit is saying to God’s people. People Thanks be to God.

SEQUENCE HYMN: Jesus calls us; o’er the tumult Hymnal 550

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THE HOLY GOSPEL + Mark 1:14-20

Priest The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Mark. People Glory to you, Lord Christ.

After John was arrested, Jesus came to Galilee, proclaiming the good news of God, and saying, “The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God has come near; repent, and believe in the good news.”

As Jesus passed along the Sea of Galilee, he saw Simon and his brother Andrew casting a net into the sea—for they were fishermen. And Jesus said to them, “Follow me and I will make you fish for people.” And immediately they left their nets and followed him. As he went a little farther, he saw James son of Zebedee and his brother John, who were in their boat mending the nets. Immediately he called them; and they left their father Zebedee in the boat with the hired men, and followed him.

Priest The Gospel of the Lord. People Praise to you, Lord Christ.

HOMILY The Rev. Dr. Richard Burden A period of silence for reflection follows the homily. AFFIRMATION OF FAITH: Nicene Creed From Enriching Our Worship

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, was incarnate of the Holy Spirit and the Virgin Mary and became truly human. 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, who with the Father and the Son is worshiped and glorified, who 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.

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WE PRAY FOR THE WORLD AND THE CHURCH

PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE

Priest God you are the apex of our hearts and minds. We praise your magnificence always. You offer your love and assistance in our time of need. Be with us now as we pray for the needs of the world saying, Holy God you call us to serve you: Be our strength in all we do.

Priest God of compassion, hear the cries of people calling for peace in our world. Pour down your healing grace on all places of conflict and give us courage to become peacemakers in our daily lives. Holy God, you call us to serve you:

People Be our strength in all we do.

Priest God of integrity, walk closely with all the leaders of this world. Grant them wisdom and knowledge, so they may work together to serve justice, and to end unrest, intolerance, and violence. Holy God, you call us to serve you:

People Be our strength in all we do.

Priest God of power, guide the church to provide solace and courage to all who need it. Give steadfastness of spirit to our Presiding Bishop, Michael; our bishops, Alan and Gayle; our priests Anoma, Richard, and Tammy. Give clarity and creativity to our musicians, our support staff, and all lay. Holy God, you call us to serve you:

People Be our strength in all we do.

Priest God of presence, ground us in your eternal presence so that we may endure through times of anxiety, isolation, confusion, and fear. Sustain our ability to love and support not only people close to us, but also all whom you call us to serve: the poor, the lonely, the lost, and anyone who suffers. Holy God, you call us to serve you:

People Be our strength in all we do.

Priest God of mercy, hold close all who have died. Give them rest in the eternal home you have provided. Comfort those who grieve, and give them your promised calm and peace. Holy God you call us to serve you:

People Be our strength in all we do.

Priest Please add your prayers of thanksgiving or intercession either silently or aloud...

Presider God of grace and glory, you call us with your voice of flame to be your people, faithful and courageous. As your beloved Son embraced his mission in the waters of Baptism, inspire us with the fire of your Spirit to join in his transforming work. We ask this in the name of our Savior Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns for ever and ever. Amen.

The Prayers of the People are written by the Daughters of the King. The concluding collect is from the Vanderbilt Revised Common Lectionary.

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PARISH PRAYER LIST

Please pray for: Lucy, George, Paul, Katherine, Maurine, Vinny, Rebecca, Anne, Audrey, Jimmy, Aldo, Ingeborg, Karin, Yolaine, Jessica, Veena, Thomas family, Valentina, Angela, Stepon, Veena, Joe, Anne, Martha, Alexa, Emanuel, Cori, Charlene, Linda, Lloyd and Sharon, Francey, David, Marti, Bill, Hudson, Mary, Lucie, Nancy, Kathleen, Tim, Sarah, Connie, Linda, Beth, Marcia, Scott, Jesu, Leonard, Tes, Cathy, James, Tim, John, Ruth, Paul, Melissa, Linda, Sarah, Sarah, Maureen and Cameron, Angela, Erika, Brendan, Rebekah, Karen, Todd, Nancy, Sonya, Douglas, Rachel, Mark, Susan, Malcolm, Melissa, Angela, Diane, Jon, Julia, Carol, Jean, Pam, Phillip, Missy, B-READY Afterschool staff, teens, youth, and families

Those who share our building: Korean Evergreen Church, Boston Camera Club, Boston Cecilia, Cantata Singers, The Corner Co-Op, Metropolitan Chorale, Brookline Symphony Orchestra, and all recovery groups

Those in the Diocesan Cycle: Parishes of the Boston Harbor Deanery: St. John’s Church, Charlestown; St. Mark’s Church, Dorchester; St. Mary’s Church, Dorchester; Epiphany School, Dorchester; The Diocesan Council

Countries in the Ecumenical Prayer Cycle: Cyprus, Greece, Turkey

Those persons in their daily work in homes including multitasking parents and homemakers, and “crisis managers.” If you would like someone added to the parish prayer list, please fill out a request form online. THE LORD’S PRAYER

Presider Gathering our prayers and praises into one, as our Savior has taught us, we pray, People Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your Name, your kingdom come, your will

be done, on earth as in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. Forgive us our sins as we forgive those who sin against us. Save us from the time of trial, and deliver us from evil. For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours, now and for ever. Amen.

Please give as generously as you are able to support God’s mission through the work of this parish. Donate online, or mail checks to All Saints Parish, 1773 Beacon Street, Brookline, Massachusetts 02445.

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OFFERTORY ANTHEM: Dear Lord and Father of mankind C.H.H. Parry (1848-1918) arr. H.A. Chambers (1880-1967)

Dear Lord and Father of mankind, forgive our foolish ways! Reclothe us in our rightful mind, in purer lives thy service find, In deeper reverence praise. In simple trust like theirs who heard, beside the Syrian sea, The gracious calling of the Lord, let us, like them, without a word, Rise up and follow thee. Drop thy still dews of quietness, till all our strivings cease; Take from our souls the strain and stress, and let our ordered lives confess The beauty of thy peace. Breathe through the heats of our desire thy coolness and thy balm; Let sense be dumb, let flesh retire; speak through the earthquake, wind, and fire, O still, small voice of calm!

MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES Information about our ministries and our common life is shared. More information is found in the Parish Notes. BLESSING Common Worship

Presider May God who has called you into being and called you into service, strengthen you to do all that you have been given to do, and make you worthy of your calling; and the blessing of God Almighty, Creator, Christ, and Holy Spirit be among you and go with you, now and ever more.

People Amen

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SENDING HYMN: O Zion, haste, thy mission high fulfilling Hymnal 539

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DISMISSAL

Priest Go in peace to love and serve the Lord. People Thanks be to God!

VOLUNTARY: Largo (from Praeludium in g minor), BuxWV 149 Dieterich Buxtehude (1637-1707)

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Thank You to Everyone Leading Worship this Week Presider The Rev. Tammy Hobbs Miracky Preacher The Rev. Dr. Richard Burden

Music Dr. Stephan Griffin, organist; Betsy Swanson, soprano; Emerald Barbour, mezzo-soprano; Philippe L’Esperance, tenor; Sam Rosner, tenor; Andrew Miller, baritone; Charlie Evett, bass

Readers Lawrence Coe, Doris Halvorson Coe Videographers Sam Burfeind, Miles Burden

Audio Alan McLellan, Jack McLellan Social Media Ruby Gage

Clergy and Staff

The Rev. Dr. Richard Burden, Rector; The Rev. Anoma Abeyaratne, Priest Associate; Dr. Stephan Griffin, Music Director; The Rev. Tammy Hobbs Miracky, Family Minister; David Bliss, Parish Administrator; Sue Poon, Evening Office Manager; Renato Dantas, Sexton; John Plonowski, Bookkeeper; Ruby Gage, Webmaster

Vestry

Bradley MacDonald, Senior Warden; Kari Limmer, Junior Warden; Rob Hillman, Treasurer; Ted Sturr, Clerk; Ken Coleman, Assistant Treasurer; Jennifer Giannini, Meg Bridge, Dan Jurayj, Russell Fenton, Phillip Haberkern, Jack McLellan, David Harrison, Rebecca Mathews, Julia Speyer

• Online Morning Prayer via Zoom Monday, Wednesday, Saturday at 7:00 am

• Online spoken Compline via Zoom Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday at 8:00 pm

• Centering Prayer via Zoom Thursday at 6:30 pm • To access any of these meetings, check our website.

Service of the Word Sundays 10:30 am Choral Compline Monthly, First Sunday 7:00 pm

1773 Beacon Street + Brookline, Massachusetts 02445 (617) 738-1810 www.allsaintsbrookline.org office@allsaintsbrookline.org

Text comes from the Book of Common Prayer, Enriching our Worship, and Common Worship.

Hymns come from The Hymnal 1982, Lift Every Voice and Sing II, and Wonder Love and Praise. All Saints Parish maintains a OneLicense.net license (#A-700172) for the reproduction of music that is under copyright.

Music from Church Publishing Inc. is reproduced from the RiteSong.org music library.

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