Diocese of the Eastern United States Vision: To be a community of faith expressing the life and communion of the holy Trinity

in the historic Anglican tradition.

Mission: To br ing people to Jesus Christ and to incorporate them into the community of faith through our historic Anglican tradition.

St. Alban’s Anglican Cathedral St. Alban’s is the Cathedral Church of the Diocese of the Eastern United States of the Anglican

Province of America. We are a part of the historic Holy Catholic Church, tracing our teaching and ministry to the Apostolic Church, and part of the worldwide Traditional Anglican movement.

St. Alban’s Anglican Cathedral 3348 West State Road 426, Oviedo, Florida 32765

stalbans@stalbansfl.com 407-657-2376 www.stalbansfl.org Visit us on Facebook at: St. Alban’s Anglican Cathedral

CLERGY AND STAFF

The Most Rev. Walter H. Grundorf, D.D., The Rev. Mr. Carlton A. Bridgewater, Deacon

Presiding Bishop & Rector Emeritus The Rev. Mr. Alton B. Witham, Deacon-in-residence

The Very Rev. Ralph F. Waterhouse, Dean Sister Linda Burns, OSB, Deaconess

The Rev. David Keller, Assisting Priest Mr. Rick Robinson, Choir Director and Organist

The Rev. Bartol F. Stone, Assisting Priest Mrs. Lisa Ulrich, Cathedral Secretary

The Rev. Mark A. Siegel, Assisting Priest Mrs. Teresa Burks, Financial Secretary

The Rev. Mr. Jacob Boyd Baker, Ms. Bonnie Stanich, RN, Parish Nurse

Deacon, Outreach/Missions

CHURCH VESTRY

Ron Hines, Sr. Warden Kelli Brodrecht

Bill Piastuch, Jr. Warden Tom Conaughty

Gary Grund, Treasurer Anyah Cook

Katie Wilder, Secretary Jackie Dear

Ginny Watts

STANDARD WEEKLY SERVICES AND EVENTS SUNDAY

8:00am Holy Eucharist

9:15am Sunday School

9:15am Adult Forum

10:15am Holy Eucharist (Sung)

Nursery available at 10:15 am service

6:00 pm Youth Group (as announced)

TUESDAY

9:00am Women’s Bible Study

Nursery provided

WEDNESDAY

6:00pm Holy Eucharist

Nursery provided

THURSDAY

10:30am Bible Study

12 Noon Mass 7:00pm Young Adult Study Group

(1st and 3rd Thursdays) 7:00pm Men’s Bible Study

(2nd and 4th Thursdays)

Parish Nurse Hours By Appointment

Welcome! We are delighted that you have chosen to worship with us at St. Alban’s. We are blessed by your presence. In this booklet you will find the order of the liturgy. In worship, we use the American Book of Common Prayer, 1928 Edition which is found in the pews. The hymns listed here and on the hymn board in the front of the church are found in the Red Hymnals in your pew. Our Bible readings are provided in this bulletin and Bibles are in your pew if you prefer to look up the passages. Nursery care is available directly across the courtyard in the middle classroom of our fellowship hall.

St. Alban’s Anglican Cathedral

Second Sunday in Advent

December 9, 2018

The drawing of St. Alban’s Cathedral is the work of Marie Cashion, a member of the parish family.

PRELUDE Processional Hymn (Stand) (vs. 1-4 with Amen) Hymnal 2 Collect for Purity (Kneel) Book of Common Prayer (BCP)* 67 Introit Summary of the Law BCP 69 Kyrie eleison BCP 70 Hymnal 719* Collect for the Second Sunday in Advent BCP 92 Collect for the First Sunday in Advent BCP 90 Lesson: Baruch 5:1-9 Aubrey Clark Psalm 126:1-7 BCP 505 Inside back cover Epistle: Philippians 1:1-11 Gradual Hymn (Sing vs. 1- 3 before Gospel, vs. 4, 5 after) Hymnal 10 Holy Gospel: Luke 3:1-6 Nicene Creed BCP 71 Announcements/Special Blessings Sermon Hymn (Stand) Hymnal 8 Sermon (Sit) The Rev. David Keller Offertory Sentences (Stand) Offertory (Sit)

Offertory Anthem

Presentation of Alms (Stand) 8am: All things come of thee, O Lord, and of thine own have we given thee. 10:15am: (Sung) (Choir sings 1st time through; choir and congregation sing second time)

All things come of thee, O Lord, all things come of thee, and of thine own, and of thine own, and of thine own have we given unto thee. Amen, Amen, Amen.

Prayer for the Church (Kneel) BCP 74-75 Invitation & Confession BCP 75 Absolution & Comfortable Words BCP 76 Sursum Corda, Sanctus & Benedictus BCP 76-77 Hymnal 734 & 798 Canon of the Mass BCP 80-81 Great Amen Hymnal 741 Lord’s Prayer BCP 82 Hymnal 722 Prayer of Humble Access BCP 82 Agnus Dei Hymnal 723

Ecce Agnus Dei: Behold the Lamb of God ... (R) Lord, I am not worthy that Thou shouldst come under my roof, but speak the word only and my soul shall be healed. (3 times) *Book of Common Prayer can be found in Pew Racks

Eucharist Booklet Service Music = C

Jordan, proclaiming a baptism of repentance for the forgiveness of sins. As it is written in the book of the words of Isaiah the prophet, “The voice of one crying in the wilderness: Prepare the way of the Lord, make his paths straight. Every valley shall be filled, and every mountain and hill shall be made low, and the crooked shall become straight, and the rough places shall become level ways, and all flesh shall see the salvation of God.”

Baruch 5:1-9 (RSV) Take off the garment of your sorrow and affliction, O Jerusalem, and put on for

ever the beauty of the glory from God. Put on the robe of the righteousness from God; put on your head the diadem of the glory of the Everlasting. For God will show your splendor everywhere under heaven. For your name will for ever be called by God, “Peace of righteousness and glory of godliness.” Arise, O Jerusalem, stand upon the height and look toward the east, and see your children gathered from west and east, at the word of the Holy One, rejoicing that God has remembered them. For they went forth from you on foot, led away by their enemies; but God will bring them back to you, carried in glory, as on a royal throne. For God has ordered that every high mountain and the everlasting hills be made low and the valleys filled up, to make level ground, so that Israel may walk safely in the glory of God. The woods and every fragrant tree have shaded Israel at God’s command. For God will lead Israel with joy, in the light of his glory, with the mercy and righteousness that come from him. Psalm 126:1-7 BCP 505 Philippians 1:1-11

Paul and Timothy, servants of Christ Jesus, To all the saints in Christ Jesus who are at Philippi, with the bishops and deacons: Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. I thank my God in all my remembrance of you, always in every prayer of mine for you all making my prayer with joy, because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now. And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ. It is right for me to feel this way about you all, because I hold you in my heart, for you are all partakers with me of grace, both in my imprisonment and in the defense and confirmation of the gospel. For God is my witness, how I yearn for you all with the affection of Christ Jesus. And it is my prayer that your love may abound more and more, with knowledge and all discernment, so that you may approve what is excellent, and so be pure and blameless for the day of Christ, filled with the fruit of righteousness that comes through Jesus Christ, to the glory and praise of God. Luke 3:1-6

In the fifteenth year of the reign of Tiberius Caesar, Pontius Pilate being governor of Judea, and Herod being tetrarch of Galilee, and his brother Philip tetrarch of the region of Ituraea and Trachonitis, and Lysanias tetrarch of Abilene, during the high priesthood of Annas and Caiaphas, the word of God came to John the son of Zechariah in the wilderness. And he went into all the region around the

Second Sunday in Advent

Communion Music

Communion of the Faithful (Kneel) Communion Hymn Hymnal 195 Prayer of Thanksgiving BCP 83

Dismissal and Blessing (Kneel) BCP 84 Recessional Hymn (Stand) (vs 5-7 with Amen) Hymnal 2

POSTLUDE

Please join us for coffee and conversation in Grundorf Fellowship Hall (across the courtyard) after Mass.

PRAYER LIST

PARISHIONERS—Dutchie, Chuck, Ann, Virginia S., Gary and the Grund family, Terry and Nancy, Hunt and Shirley, Julie B., Bob F., Char, Eric M., Cindy H., TJ, Jackie B., Bonnie, Lew and Linda, Vivienne, Don F., Randolph and Norma G., Bill H., Pat H., Barbara S., Olga, Dorrett, Ken C., Yvonne Lowen, Claudina, Andene, Norma L., Patricia M., David W., Marie W., Arthur, Dione, Fr. Boyd, Albert and Valda, Fr. Dane, Eric and Martha, Sidonie, June, Ginny M., Joan W., Marcia G., Ivy, Cathy, Vicki, Sabrina, Una, Don K., Ray S., Jordan S., Larry and Mary, Linda T., Linda P., Bert, Eva B., Paul, Jessie, Mary Ann, Lance, Gary G., Kathleen, Marilyn, Anna, Marie C., Karen, Barbara G., Ben, Jennie, Robert, Doris B., Richard, Vilma and George, Sybil, Dale, McKenzie, Savannah, Jordan.

FAMILY, FRIENDS & OTHERS—Bishop Bob, Kathy, Christie, Emily, Carley, Erica and child, Susan, Pat, Connie, Pat, Sonia R., Michael J., Annabella Grace, Shirley, JoAnn, Ava, Richard, Libby, Nick, Daisy, Walter, Tara and child, Ethan, Jean, Lucy, Anita, Keith and Claudia, Curt, Sherry, Lisa, Alan, Meredith and child, Charles, Elizabeth, John, Christopher, Danielle, Anna, Maureen, Kes, John, Jennifer, Harvey, Bette, Janet, Don, Ellie.

TRAVEL—Virginia and John, Pat, Sheila H.,

ARMED FORCES—All those serving our country at home and overseas, especially those in harms way.

New additions this week in italics; Hospital/Rehabilitation Facility in bold.

PRAYER LIST REQUESTS—Please renew any continuing prayer requests for family and friends by the first week of each month. Requests not renewed on prayer lists will be removed.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

THE SANCTUARY CANDLE is given to the Glory of God; in thanksgiving for their 41st wedding anniversary by Warren and Maureen Waitt; and in thanksgiving for the birthday of their son-in-law, Colin McLean, by Joel and Martha Swann. SECOND SUNDAY BREAKFAST THIS MORNING! We thank the Car ter and Ritchey families for preparing this morning’s breakfast for our parish family. A free-will offering is always appreciated (suggested donation is $2 per person for those more than 12 years old). And in support of our monthly food drive, please place your nonperishable food items in the marked receptacle, for the HOPE Helps Pantry. YOUTH GROUP BAKE SALE is today at the Second Sunday Breakfast and after the 10:15am Mass. Our Youth Group has prepared a yummy assortment of items for sale to raise funds for their Mission Trip and other activities. Please head over to Grundorf Hall and get some wonderful goodies and support our youth. TODAY IS SEMINARIAN SUNDAY—Bishop Grundorf designates the Second Sunday in Advent, Bible Sunday, as Seminarian’s Support Sunday. Men studying for Holy Orders make a significant investment in their seminary education. A portion of today’s collection will be sent to the diocese to help defray those expenses. If you would like to contribute specifically to this fund, please mark your check accordingly. Thank you for your prayerful support of our seminarians. ST. BRIGID’S ORNAMENT EXCHANGE is this Tuesday, December 11, at 7:00pm in Kimsey Hall Parish House. Ladies, you won’t want to miss this much-loved annual event! Bring a wrapped Christmas ornament, and place it under the Christmas tree. Enjoy the fellowship and laughter that ensue as a “white elephant” exchange begins! St. Brigid’s leadership team will provide light refreshments. CHRISTMAS PURSE: Our Christmas purse is a material reminder of how much we appreciate the efforts of our clergy and staff throughout the year. Envelopes are provided in today’s bulletin for cash or you may make checks out to “St. Alban’s” and note the memo field “Christmas Purse” if you wish to contribute. The Christmas Purse is distributed at the Christmas Eve Service so any contributions are needed by next Sunday, Dec. 16. Thank you. Ron Hines, Sr. W arden CHRISTMAS FLOWERS—Traditionally our church is beautifully decorated with poinsettias and greenery at Christmas. If you would like to contribute to the “flower fund,” in honor or memory of a loved one, there are Christmas Flower forms on both parish bulletin boards and in today’s bulletin. Please submit your completed form no later than next Sunday, December 16. Forms may be placed in the alms basin, or you may call or email the church office (407-657-2376, stalbans@stalbansfl.com).

VESTRY INSTALLATION—The installation of the new vestry members will take place next Sunday, December 16, during both of services. HANGING OF THE GREENS—will be Sunday, December 23, following the 10:15am service. A light lunch will be available for our volunteer workers. FUNDRAISER : The Central Flor ida Scottish Highland Games has invited us to raise funds for the church by selling tickets for beer and wine at their annual festival, January 19-20, in Central Winds Park, Winter Spr ings. For each 3-4 hr shift worked, St. Alban’s receives $40. Volunteers receive a meal voucher, and access to the games on that day. Shifts are filling up quickly, and will soon be offered to other groups. Sign-up sheet is in the courtyard! Don’t delay! These funds are used for the good of the church family. THANK YOU! To our Organist and Choir Director , Rick Robinson, and to our choir, for a wonderful Advent Lessons and Carols program last Sunday. It was truly moving and inspirational! A special thanks to the Lay Readers, as well, and to all that helped with the courtyard reception. What a beautiful and uplifting way to usher in the Advent season! ALTAR WINDOWS!! Sales of the depiction of our Altar Window have gone very well! The next shipment of windows arrives next week. St. Brigid’s will notify everyone whose orders have yet to be picked up. The COD amount is $20, for those who have not yet paid. We want to get these monies to the Diocese so they can be sent on to India, so your timely attention to this is appreciated! Sale of the Windows will resume on February 11, and will continue at every Second Sunday Breakfast.

UPCOMING SERVICES

Friday, 12/21 Noon Feast of St. Thomas Mass Sunday, 12/23 8, 10:15am Fourth Sunday in Advent Monday, 12/24 7:00pm Family Christmas Mass (nursery provided) 10:30pm Festive Prelude 11:00pm Solemn High Christmas Mass Tuesday, 12/25 10:15am Christmas Day Mass Wednesday, 12/26 6:00pm Feast of St. Stephen, Deacon and Martyr Mass Thursday, 12/27 Noon Feast of St. John, Apostle and Evangelist Mass Friday, 12/28 Noon Feast of the Holy Innocents Mass Tuesday, 1/1/2019 Noon The Circumcision of Christ Mass Sunday, 1/6 8, 10:15am Epiphany