welcome to this morning’s worship!
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Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost
Holy Eucharist Rite II
August 8, 2021
Welcome to this morning’s worship!
Thank you for joining us today. If you are new to our service, please take a moment to fill out
our virtual visitor’s card by clicking here so we can get to know you. Please use this bulletin,
the red Book of Common Prayer (or BCP), and the blue hymnal to follow along in worship.
You may also access the Book of Common Prayer at bcponline.org
PRELUDE
Pastorale Don Michael Dicie
OPENING HYMN: God is Love, let heaven adore him Hymnal 379
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OPENING ACCLAMATION BCP p. 355
Celebrant Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
People And blessed be God’s kingdom, now and for ever. Amen.
HYMN OF PRAISE: O bless the Lord, my soul (v. 2) Hymnal 411
O bless the Lord, my soul! His mercies bear in mind!
Forget not all his benefits! The Lord to thee is kind.
THE COLLECT OF THE DAY
Celebrant The Lord be with you.
People And also with you.
Celebrant Let us pray.
Grant to us, Lord, we pray, the spirit to think and do always those things that are
right, that we, who cannot exist without you, may by you be enabled to live
according to your will; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you
and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
THE EPISTLE Ephesians 4:25-5:2
Putting away falsehood, let all of us speak the truth to our neighbors, for we are
members of one another. Be angry but do not sin; do not let the sun go down on your
anger, and do not make room for the devil. Thieves must give up stealing; rather let
them labor and work honestly with their own hands, so as to have something to
share with the needy. Let no evil talk come out of your mouths, but only what is
useful for building up, as there is need, so that your words may give grace to those
who hear. And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, with which you were marked
with a seal for the day of redemption. Put away from you all bitterness and wrath
and anger and wrangling and slander, together with all malice, and be kind to one
another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ has forgiven you.
Therefore be imitators of God, as beloved children, and live in love, as Christ loved
us and gave himself up for us, a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God.
Reader The Word of the Lord.
People Thanks be to God.
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PSALM 34:1–8 (sung in unison) Benedicam Dominum
1 I will bless the LORD at / all times; *
his praise shall ever be in my / mouth.
2 I will glory in the / LORD; *
let the humble hear and re- / joice.
3 Proclaim with me the greatness of the / LORD; *
let us exalt his Name to- / gether.
4 I sought the LORD, and he / answered me *
and delivered me out of all my / terror.
5 Look upon him and be / radiant, *
and let not your faces be a- / shamed.
6 I called in my affliction and the LORD / heard me *
and saved me from all my / troubles.
7 The angel of the LORD encompasses those who / fear him, *
and he will de- / liver them.
8 Taste and see that the LORD is / good; *
happy are they who trust in / him!
THE HOLY GOSPEL John 6:35, 41–51
Deacon The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to John.
People Glory to you, Lord Christ.
Anglican Chant by Sam Doyle
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Jesus said, “I am the bread of life. Whoever comes to me will never be hungry, and
whoever believes in me will never be thirsty.”
Then the Jews began to complain about him because he said, “I am the bread that
came down from heaven.” They were saying, “Is not this Jesus, the son of Joseph,
whose father and mother we know? How can he now say, ‘I have come down from
heaven’?” Jesus answered them, “Do not complain among yourselves. No one can
come to me unless drawn by the Father who sent me; and I will raise that person up
on the last day. It is written in the prophets, ‘And they shall all be taught by God.’
Everyone who has heard and learned from the Father comes to me. Not that anyone
has seen the Father except the one who is from God; he has seen the Father. Very
truly, I tell you, whoever believes has eternal life. I am the bread of life. Your
ancestors ate the manna in the wilderness, and they died. This is the bread that
comes down from heaven, so that one may eat of it and not die. I am the living bread
that came down from heaven. Whoever eats of this bread will live forever; and the
bread that I will give for the life of the world is my flesh.”
Deacon The Gospel of the Lord.
People Praise to you, Lord Christ.
THE SERMON The Rev. Ginny Bain Inman
THE NICENE CREED BCP p. 358
THE PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE – FORM IV BCP p. 388
CONFESSION OF SIN AND ABSOLUTION BCP p. 360
THE PEACE
BLESSING FOR GLORY RIDGE
ANNOUNCEMENTS
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THE HOLY COMMUNION
OFFERTORY
The Servant Song
Will you let me be your servant, let me be as Christ to you.
Pray that I might have the grace to let you be my servant too.
We are pilgrims on a journey, we are sisters on the road.
We are here to help each other walk the mile and bare the road.
I will weep when you are weeping, when you laugh, I’ll laugh with you.
I will share your joys and sorrows till we’ve seen this journey through.
When we sing to God in heaven, we will find such harmony.
Born of all we’ve known together of Christ’s love and agony.
THE GREAT THANKSGIVING, EUCHARISTIC PRAYER A BCP p. 361
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 God thanks and praise.
The Celebrant proceeds
It is right, and a good and joyful thing…
…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 Hymnal S-124
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The people stand or kneel. Then the Celebrant continues
Holy and gracious Father: In your infinite love you made us for yourself…
…Therefore we proclaim the mystery of faith:
Celebrant and People
Christ has died.
Christ is risen.
Christ will come again.
The Celebrant continues
We celebrate the memorial of our redemption…
…All this we ask through your Son Jesus Christ. 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.
THE LORD’S PRAYER BCP p. 364
THE BREAKING OF THE BREAD
Celebrant Alleluia. Christ our Passover is sacrificed for us;
People Therefore let us keep the feast. Alleluia.
This is God’s table, and all are welcome here. You may come to the altar rail to receive a
blessing if you do not want to receive Communion; please place your arms across your chest
in the form of an “X” or cross to indicate that you would like to receive a blessing.
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COMMUNION MUSIC
Seek ye first the kingdom of God Hymnal 711
Take my life, and let it be Hymnal 707
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POSTCOMMUNION PRAYER BCP p. 365
THE BLESSING
CLOSING HYMN: Lift high the cross Hymnal 473
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THE DISMISSAL
Deacon Go in peace to love and serve the Lord.
People Thanks be to God.
POSTLUDE
Crucifer: Lindy Taylor
Verger: Dana Gaspar
Readers: Cathy Jordan, Glenn Strohl
Ushers: Bob Emmaus, Patty Jennings, Will Jennings, Craig Taylor (c)
The flowers at the altar today are given to the glory of God by Carol Rich in
memory of James Rich and Michael Rich and in honor of her family.
All music printed with permission. Reprinted under OneLicense.net #A-717747.
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Calendar
Sun., August 8: Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost, Worship in the Sanctuary,
In Person and Online, 10 a.m.
Departure for Glory Ridge, 1:00 p.m. ** Youth and chaperones
arrive at church at 12:30 to allow for 1:00 p.m. departure. **
Tues., August 10: Staff Meeting, 10 a.m.
Prayer in the Chapel, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Wed., August 11: Hearing the Gospel, 10:30 a.m.
Fri., August 13: Return from Glory Ridge, 1:00 p.m.
Sat., August 14: Corner Market, 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Sun., August 15: Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost, Worship in the Sanctuary,
In Person and Online, 10 a.m.
Announcements
Glory Ridge is This Week
Our much-anticipated Glory Ridge week is here. St. Andrew’s will send 13 youth
and 6 adult participants to Glory Ridge in Madison County this afternoon, for a week
of service, fellowship, and fun. They will return this Friday, August 13, at 1:00.
Thank you for your love and financial support that have made this experience
possible. We invite you to continue to pray for our Glory Ridge team throughout the
coming week.
Abundant Life – This Tuesday, August 10
Our next date to prepare food for Abundant Life is August 10. St. Andrew’s provides
food for this ministry on the second Tuesday of every month. If you would like to
contribute to the food donations, please contact the Rev. Barbara Cooke at
[email protected] to coordinate.
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Songs for Summer
Do you have a favorite hymn? Is there something you have been longing to
sing? One of the things we missed most about in-person worship was singing
together. Let us know what you want to sing in worship this summer. We will
feature congregational favorites through Labor Day. Send your suggestions to Ann
Doyle, at [email protected].
A Warm Welcome to the Corner Market and our Neighbors!
We had a great first weekend welcoming the Corner Market to our parish parking
lot. This is “National Farmer’s Market Week,” so plan to come support our
community market on Saturday from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. It is a bounty of fresh
produce, baked goods, and flowers!
Funeral for Laurie Queen, August 16th
You are invited to join us to celebrate the life of Laurie Queen on Monday, August
16th, at 11 a.m. on the lawn. Burial at Green Hill Cemetery will follow the service.
Save the Date: August 29th
Please mark Sunday. August 29, on your calendar for our Back to School Blessing
and School Supplies Drive. Details coming soon.
Financial Peace University (FPU) Begins September 22
Planning for the future is hard when you’re still paying for the past! There’s a better
way. In Financial Peace University, you’ll learn how to beat debt and make a plan for
the future. Interested? Sign up for this class and start your 14-day free trial of
Financial Peace at fpu.com/1139593. Classes are Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m., beginning
September 22 and continuing through November 17.
Summer Volunteer Help Needed for Abundant Life
St. Andrew’s volunteers have been helping deliver food boxes to our East
Greensboro neighbors on Tuesday afternoons as part of our community’s
commitment to the Abundant Life ministry. The work is well organized by Audra
Abt (whom many of you know) and it’s easy for a beginner to fit into the flow. The
arrival time at Holy Spirit Church on Yanceyville Street is 1:00 and the work is done
by 3:30. We need some St. Andrew’s folks to volunteer to help out for August 17,
August 31, and September 7. You can sign up for one or more Tuesdays. The work is
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not heavy lifting by anyone’s definition. It’s really amazing to see the generosity of
local store owners and farmers, and you’ll get a big psychological boost, knowing
you’re feeding hungry neighbors. Call Virginia Haskett at 336-482-7411 or Barbara
Van Cleve at 336-707-8355 to sign up for one, two, or all three shifts.
Celebration of New Ministry Gifts
We are working on special gifts for our new rector, Rev. Ginny Inman, on the
occasion of her installation as Rector of St. Andrew’s, at the Celebration of New
Ministry on September 15. Visit https://abundant.co/standrewsepiscopalch/give to
make a donation and be part of this gift giving opportunity. (Be sure to select “New
Ministry Gift” as the fund for your online gift. You will need to scroll to the bottom
of the listed funds to see this option.) Checks may be mailed as well, with
“Celebration of New Ministry” on the memo line. Please know that the plate offering
at the September 15th service will all go to Rev. Ginny’s discretionary fund. For more
information, contact Shelley Kappauf at [email protected] or 336-404-0177.
Don’t Take Your Pledge with You on Vacation!
Your ongoing financial support during these summer months is vital. When you stop
your incoming mail for vacation, please continue to remember us in your outgoing
mail! We need and appreciate your ongoing generosity. You may give a new gift or
continue your pledge in any of these ways:
1. Use the QR code shown at right.
2. Mail to: St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church
2105 W. Market St., Greensboro, NC 27403
3. Click the “Give Online” button on our website at www.standrewsgso.org.
4. Text STAEC (stands for St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church) to 73256.
5. Download the “Abundant Giving” app on your mobile device. Search for
St Andrew’s Episcopal Church in Greensboro.
Second Quarter Statements
Second quarter giving statements were emailed last week. Please review your
statement carefully, and contact Ray Marsh if you have given a gift that is not
reflected on your statement. Ray is in the office Wednesdays beginning at 1:00 p.m.
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We Pray For
Those on our Parish Prayer List: Mary Stalter; Anna Stalter; Ella Janssen; Judy Wells;
Norma Bullock; Moira Ermentrout; Bruce Adkins; Charles and Rebecca Goodrum;
Dee Dee Fulton; Judy Stancil; Maria Wilmoth; Barbara Sherer; Leslie; Johnetta
Shablack; Dorothy Cook; Jenna Cottrill; Jimmye Olivey; Karen Hall; Don Lowe; Lynn
Palmgren; Jamie Smith; Larry Phillips; Paula Pile; Sandra Witherspoon; Val Swan;
Dick Montgomery; Mike; David York; Jeff Cummer; Linda Shablack; Sarah Ames;
Scott Lee; Dale Brinley; Libby Eberhard; Charles Kelshaw; Camille; Poppy and her
parents; Jim and Ali Ostridge; Patrick and Margaret Miller; Page Davies; Julie
Jennings; Nancy Brown; Barbara Van Cleve; Frank and Sandy Tatem; Gia Yunker;
Karen Moth; Amanda; Ann Hardin; Debbie M.; Jacqui Butcher; Doug Sanecki; John
and Gisela Smith; Galen Hill; Mary Lou Strohl; Heather; Rob James; Ed Morea; Glenn
Strohl; Cindy Shane; Jean Phelps
Those Serving in our Military: Wes Durham, Tom Stauffer, Paul Zeigler, Stephen
Johnson, Benjamin Phillips, Kenneth Gearhart, Alex Reyes, Raymond Harrison,
Catharyn Nosek
The Departed: Greg Chambers, Rev. Dolly Jacobs, Jim Keith, Laurie Queen
Those Expecting: Drew and Alice Courtright, son and daughter-in-law of Cheri and
Mark Courtright; Taylor and Sarah Hite Moore, son and daughter-in-law of Rob and
Marcia Moore
Births: Veronica Glyn Courtright, daughter of Ashley and Chris Courtright and
granddaughter of Cheri and Mark Courtright, on Friday July 30, 2021
Birthdays: Luke Michael Denton, Brie Fowler, Jai Jordan, AmyRuth McGraw, Sandy
O’Briant, Nancy Quigley
Anniversaries: Robin Bartlett and Kenneth Byrd, Karen and Leon Spencer, Fran and
Geoff Swan
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St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church
Chapel open Tues. 11–2 Office open Tues. 10–2 www.standrewsgso.org 336.275.1651
Contact St. Andrew’s Staff:
The Rev. Ginny Bain Inman, Rector
The Rev. Maggie Silton, Deacon
Debbie Dowd, Pastoral Associate
Ann Doyle, Minister of Music
Susan Frye, Parish Administrator
and Communications Coordinator
Ray Marsh, Bookkeeper
Robin Hardman, Videographer/Editor
Connect to Our Ministries:
Jennifer Jones, Children’s Ministry
Rachael Revell, Youth Ministry
Doug Sanecki, Outreach Ministry
Corinth Milikin, Directory Coordinator
St. Andrew’s Vestry 2021
Marion Seaman, Co-Senior Warden
Sandy Shelton, Co-Senior Warden
Mike Van Ormer, Junior Warden
Chris Berger, Treasurer
Susan Brannan, Clerk
Catherine Clifton
Cheri Courtright
Anthony DeLoreto
Melissa Fleming
Shelley Kappauf
Corinth Milikin
Eric Revell
Karen Rierson
Jankoba Sambola