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Our Mission
To know Christ, to make Him known, and to serve all people according to His example.
Our Values (who we are)
We are a community of faith that seeks to Live the Story of Christ as a: welcoming haven, caring community, nurturing space for children and youth, and congregation committed to
serving.
The Third Sunday after the Epiphany
Sunday, January 24, 2021
10:30 a.m.
321 Wyandotte Street • Bethlehem, Pennsylvania 18015
Phone: 610-865-0727 • Fax: 610-865-0447 • www.nativitycathedral.org
Livestream of worship at www.livestream.com/nativitycathedral
WORSHIP AND FORMATION
SCHEDULE __________________________________
SUNDAY:
8:45 AM 321 Contact Worship
Virtual
9:25 AM Adult Formation
Virtual
10:30 AM Holy Eucharist
Virtual
12:30 PM Spanish Eucharist
Virtual
SATURDAY:
2nd Saturday of the Month -
5:00 PM Celtic Eucharist
Virtual
Last Saturday of the Month -
5:00 PM Celtic Spirituality Night
Virtual
Holy Days as announced
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VOLUNTARY Preludes I, IV, V (from Op. 9) Hermann Schroeder
ENTRANCE
HYMN 537 (vs. 1 & 4) Christ for the world we sing! Moscow
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ACCLAMATION & COLLECT FOR PURITY
Celebrant Blessed be God : Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. People And blessed be God’s kingdom, now and for ever. Amen. Celebrant Almighty God, to you all hearts are open, all desires known, and from
you no secrets are hid: Cleanse the thoughts of our hearts by the inspiration of your Holy Spirit, that we may perfectly love you, and worthily magnify your holy Name; through Christ our Lord.
People Amen.
CANTICLE (S225) Herbert S. Oakley
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THE COLLECT OF THE DAY
Celebrant The Lord be with you. People And also with you. Celebrant 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.
THE FIRST LESSON Jonah 2:1-3:5, 10
Jonah prayed to the Lord his God from the belly of the fish, saying, “I called to the Lord out of my distress, and he answered me; out of the belly of Sheol I cried, and you heard my voice. You cast me into the deep, into the heart of the seas, and the flood surrounded me; all your waves and your billows passed over me. Then I said, ‘I am driven away from your sight; how shall I look again upon your holy temple?’ The waters closed in over me; the deep surrounded me; weeds were wrapped around my head at the roots of the mountains. I went down to the land whose bars closed upon me forever; yet you brought up my life from the Pit, O Lord my God. As my life was ebbing away, I remembered the Lord; and my prayer came to you, into your holy temple. Those who worship vain idols forsake their true loyalty. But I with the voice of thanksgiving will sacrifice to you; what I have vowed I will pay. Deliverance belongs to the Lord!”
Then the Lord spoke to the fish, and it spewed Jonah out upon the dry land.
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 The Word of the Lord. People Thanks be to God.
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PSALM 62:6-14 chant, George Thalben-Ball
6 For God alone my soul in silence waits; * truly, my hope is in him.
7 He alone is my rock and my salvation, * my stronghold, so that I shall not be shaken.
8 In God is my safety and my honor; * God is my strong rock and my refuge.
9 Put your trust in him always, O people, * pour out your hearts before him, for God is our refuge.
10 Those of high degree are but a fleeting breath, * even those of low estate cannot be trusted.
11 On the scales they are lighter than a breath, * all of them together.
12 Put no trust in extortion; in robbery take no empty pride; * though wealth increase, set not your heart upon it.
13 God has spoken once, twice have I heard it, * that power belongs to God.
14 Steadfast love is yours, O Lord, * for you repay everyone according to his deeds.
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HYMN 381 (vs. 1 & 3) Thy strong word did cleave the darkness Ton-y-Botel
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THE HOLY GOSPEL Mark 1:14-20
Reader 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. Reader The Gospel of the Lord. People Praise to you, Lord Christ. SERMON Canon Grandfield
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THE NICENE CREED
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: by the power of the Holy Spirit
he became incarnate from the Virgin Mary, and was made man.
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 and the Son. With the Father and the Son he is worshiped and glorified. He 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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THE PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE – Form VI
Leader In peace, we pray to you, Lord God.
Silence
Leader For all people in their daily life and work; People For our families, friends, and neighbors, and for those who are alone.
Leader For this community, the nation, and the world; People For all who work for justice, freedom, and peace.
Leader For the just and proper use of your creation; People For the victims of hunger, fear, injustice, and oppression.
Leader For all who are in danger, sorrow, or any kind of trouble; People For those who minister to the sick, the friendless, and the needy.
Leader For the peace and unity of the Church of God; People For all who proclaim the Gospel, and all who seek the Truth.
Leader For Michael our Presiding Bishop, and Kevin our Bishop; and for all bishops and other ministers;
People For all who serve God in his Church.
Leader For the special needs and concerns of this congregation.
Silence
The People may add their own petitions
Leader Hear us, Lord; People For your mercy is great.
Leader We thank you, Lord, for all the blessings of this life.
Silence
The People may add their own thanksgivings
Leader We will exalt you, O God our King; People And praise your Name for ever and ever.
Leader We pray for all who have died, that they may have a place in your eternal kingdom.
Silence
The People may add their own petitions
Leader Lord, let your loving-kindness be upon them; People Who put their trust in you.
Leader We pray to you also for the forgiveness of our sins.
Silence may be kept.
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Leader and People
Have mercy upon us, most merciful Father; in your compassion forgive us our sins, known and unknown, things done and left undone; and so uphold us by your Spirit that we may live and serve you in newness of life, to the honor and glory of your Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. Celebrant 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.
People Amen. THE PEACE
Celebrant The peace of the Lord be always with you. People And also with you. ANNOUNCEMENTS
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THE HOLY COMMUNION OFFERTORY
When we bring our offerings to the altar, we bring ourselves. Through the offering, we respond to God’s generosity with our own gifts so that the ministry carried on in God’s name will grow and thrive.
Thank you for remembering to stay current on your financial giving. You may mail your offering to the Cathedral or give online at www.nativitycathedral.org/donate.html
If you would rather make an offering by credit card, please text 610-981-2378 with the amount you would like to contribute (example: $50). Await a reply text and follow the instructions. Thanks be to God for your generosity.
OFFERTORY ANTHEM I Stand on the Rock (based on St. Catherine) John Bertalot DOXOLOGY HYMN 380 (vs. 3) Old 100th
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THE GREAT THANKSGIVING Eucharistic Prayer B
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 him thanks and praise.
Celebrant
It is right, and a good and joyful thing, always and everywhere to give thanks to you, Father Almighty, Creator of heaven and earth.
Because in the mystery of the Word made flesh, you have caused a new light to shine in our hearts, to give the knowledge of your glory in the face of your Son Jesus Christ our Lord.
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 (S117) James McGregor
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The Celebrant continues
We give thanks to you, O God, for the goodness and love which you have made known to us in creation; in the calling of Israel to be your people; in your Word spoken through the prophets; and above all in the Word made flesh, Jesus, your Son. For in these last days you sent him to be incarnate from the Virgin Mary, to be the Savior and Redeemer of the world. In him, you have delivered us from evil, and made us worthy to stand before you. In him, you have brought us out of error into truth, out of sin into righteousness, out of death into life. On the night before he died for us, our Lord Jesus Christ took bread; and when he had given thanks to you, he broke it, and gave it to his disciples, and said, “Take, eat: This is my Body, which is given for you. Do this for the remembrance of me.” After supper he took the cup of wine; and when he had given thanks, he gave it to them, and said, “Drink this, all of you: This is my Blood of the new Covenant, which is shed for you and for many for the forgiveness of sins. Whenever you drink it, do this for the remembrance of me.” Therefore, according to his command, O Father,
All We remember his death, We proclaim his resurrection, We await his coming in glory;
The Celebrant continues
And we offer our sacrifice of praise and thanksgiving to you, O Lord of all; presenting to you, from your creation, this bread and this wine. We pray you, gracious God, to send your Holy Spirit upon these gifts that they may be the Sacrament of the Body of Christ and his Blood of the new Covenant. Unite us to your Son in his sacrifice, that we may be acceptable through him, being sanctified by the Holy Spirit. In the fullness of time, put all things in subjection under your Christ, and bring us to that heavenly country where, with [ ___________ and] all your saints, we may enter the everlasting heritage of your sons and daughters; through Jesus Christ our Lord, the firstborn of all creation, the head of the Church, and the author of our salvation. 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.
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THE LORD’S PRAYER
Celebrant And now, as our Savior Christ has taught us, we are bold to say,
All 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.
THE BREAKING OF THE BREAD FRACTION ANTHEM (S155) Gerald Near
Celebrant The Gifts of God for the People of God.
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AN ACT OF SPIRITUAL COMMUNION
All My Jesus, I believe that you are truly present in the Blessed Sacrament of the Altar. I love you above all things, and long for you in my soul. Since I cannot now receive you sacramentally, come at least spiritually into my heart. As though you have already come, I embrace you and unite myself entirely to you; never permit me to be separated from you. Amen.
COMMUNION ANTHEM O nata lux de lumine Thomas Tallis
O born of Light, Thou Light indeed, Dear Jesus, Savior in our need, Abide with us, and be Thou near, Our praise and prayer vouchsafe to hear. In human flesh Thou wert arrayed, And with Thy life for sinners paid. O grant that we may reach our goal, Made one with Thee in heart and soul.
BLESSING
Celebrant May Christ, the Son of God, be manifest in you, that your lives may be a light to the world; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always.
People Amen.
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HYMN 530 (vs. 1, 3 & 5) Spread, O spread, thou mighty Word Gott sei Dank
DISMISSAL
Celebrant Go in peace to love and serve the Lord. People Thanks be to God. VOLUNTARY Prelude VI (Op. 9) Hermann Schroeder
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FOR YOUR PRAYERS
Those who are in need of healing – Lillian Lewis, Anne, Wes Vogel, Richard Benske, Bob Willey, Robert, Jonathan, Fred Dronenburg, Susan Kelley, Jennifer Madera, Susan Mast, Julie Goodman, Carol Arcario, Carol Czechowski, Andrew and Kae Romeril; Lakina Campbell, Carol Rabenold, Debra Daniel, Belinda Tomar, Kevin Thomas Fitzpatrick, Caitlin, Laveenus Jalaluddin, Anne Buckingham, Jon Knauss, Jeffrey Simprini, Kim Gencarelli, Eliese Blalock, Oscar Duarte, Jim Flader, Lindsay Kessler, Blanche Case, Raymond Arcario, Joseph McCoy, Eve Campbell, Pam, Tahnee, Art, David, Daniel, Judith Snyder, Emilia Turner, John McKenna, Mary Hair, Bebe and Jack Lockwood, Mark Chegwidden, Dolores Cauller, David Brackenbury, Rev. Gwendolyn Romeril, John Hilgert, Mark Filletti, Gretchen, Carolyn Russian
Those serving in the military and places of danger – Stephen Hunter, Tyler Cluett, Robert Wilkins, Kenny Lange, Nicole Albertson
Parish Cycle of Prayer – Michael, Karen and Hope Licciardello; Marie Lisby and Olga Rivera; Jim Littleton; Ryan and Lucas Lockner
The Church and the World – St. Mark’s Cathedral, Seattle, Washington; St. Andrew’s, Allentown; the Diocesan Council; St. John Kim and St. John Kendiri Parishes, Kajo Keji; The Church of Bangladesh; the outreach ministries of Nativity, especially New Bethany Ministries
For our Partner Cathedral – Emmanuel Cathedral in Romogi, for Pianaleh their Dean, and for the people of that Cathedral church, that we may grow stronger in our partnership and in our faith
Those who have died - David Arner, stepfather of George Samuelson; Bob Romeril The Altar Flowers this morning were designed by Michael Thomas Floral.
The flowers have been given to the glory of God and in memory of Geoff and Thelma Thomas. Altar Guild: Barbara Iannelli, Bonnie Kuronya, Maureen Schenkel
Flower Arranging: Jane Missimer
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NEWS and INFORMATION for the Week of January 24, 2021
Adult Forum- Epiphany “New Models for Mission” with David Copley, A Virtual offering from ChurchNext. Sundays, January 17, 24, (pause for Annual Meeting January 31) continues February 7 and 14. Live Virtually (Zoom) 9:25-10:15. While the message of Jesus Christ is timeless, its delivery methods sure do change. 2,000 years of missions work has taught Christians a lot, so that reaching people with the message of Jesus Christ has greatly improved. David Copley knows a lot about that, he serves as the Director of Global Partnerships and Mission Personnel for The Episcopal Church. In this course he offers four video presentations entitled:
Changing Paradigms Just Sit and Be Mission Based Around a Common Interest Adapting to New Models of Mission
This four-week session facilitated by Canon Grandfield and Dean Pompa features the work of the Rev. David Copley of the Episcopal Church, U.S.A. The groundwork and exploration of models of mission will lead to our Lenten study focus on the Cathedral’s own partnerships and experiences in global mission. Please register by emailing [email protected]
Communion Distribution Sunday, January 24 at 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Upper Parking Lot AND 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM Upper Parking Lot
Epiphany Prayer Opportunity “Praying our Light to Shine! Praying our way to hope with Anglican Prayer Beads.” An offering from our Ministry of Healing and Wholeness. An Epiphany invitation to learn how to make and then pray/meditate with Anglican Prayer Beads. In the 1980’s a group of Episcopalians set out in group contemplative prayer using beads. The experience is similar to the Roman tradition of praying the rosary but unique in that there is a more meditative focus. This type of prayer will deepen and transform your devotions into a richer spiritual experience. Yet more transformative is to do so in community with Cathedral companions and our friends! Register by emailing [email protected] OR by calling the church office 610-865-0727. Registration takes place from Wednesday, January 6th until Sunday, January 17th or until the experience has filled subscription. (36 capacity). Includes making your own prayer beads and regular meditation experiences, all of which will take place in community via virtual community (Zoom). Once registered you will receive an email notifying you that your packet is available for pickup from the office and sending you link information for the sessions on making the prayer beads and subsequent mediation experiences.
*When: The Season of Epiphany! Wednesday, January 6-mid February. *Bead Making Workshops (Live Virtual-Zoom) Monday, January 25 7:00 p.m., Thursday, January 28 7:00 p.m.
*Meditations (Live Virtual-Zoom) Feb 1, 4, 8, 11, 15, 7:00 p.m. (Monday and Thursday evenings)
Group Spiritual Direction for Moms For moms: Please join on Sunday, February 7 at 10:00 AM for an opportunity to gather virtually each month to ‘listen to each other’ from that sacred inner space where we are free to ‘just show up’ and honestly name ‘how it is with our soul’. Punctuated by times of silence, our time together will offer a place where moms can ‘tend their own spiritual wellbeing’ and be on the receiving end, vs being on the 'giving side'. Contact Marcella Kraybill-Greggo [email protected] for details & Zoom Link. 10:00 AM February 7, March 7 and April 11
Better Buy Thrift Shop is temporarily closed. Donations are not accepted at this time.
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English in a Tote During the season after the Epiphany, we here at The Cathedral Church of the Nativity are partnering with The Refugee Community Center at the Episcopal Church of the Mediator in Allentown to provide tote bags of supplies to students taking ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) through the Refugee Community Center. Each lovely blue cloth tote bag contains a comprehensive Oxford English dictionary, a lap-size white board, markers, notebooks, and pencils - the basics necessary for those learning and practicing their English. Between now and Shrove Tuesday, February 16, we hope to raise enough funds to purchase the supplies and assemble 40 tote bags. Each tote costs approximately $35 in supplies, so our goal is $1400. You can find more about the Refugee Community Center here: https://episcopalmediator.org/refugee-center
What is donated above and beyond our goal will go to supporting the Refugee Community Center’s work of caring for refugees and asylum-seekers who are in need of rental assistance at this time. So, let’s share a hearty bit of Nativity Cathedral generosity and hospitality! Donations for totes and more can be made by check mailed to the Cathedral Office, memo: “English in a Tote” or electronically through our online giving portal, also under “English in a Tote.” Questions? [email protected]
Bethlehem Emergency Shelter The Cathedral has been an integral part of this ministry that serves the homeless since its inception 12 years ago. This year's volunteer needs are still available but reduced to allow for the challenges of COVID-19 and safety measures put in place. For those interested in supporting this ministry, you may visit the shelter's website, bethlehememergencysheltering.org and like the Facebook page facebook.com/Bethlehem-Emergency-Sheltering-828225094183940 to keep up on news and needs of the ministry. The Cathedral is scheduled to participate in preparing a dinner meal and arrange a light breakfast for the coming season on the odd-numbered Thursdays. We are using SignUpGenius platform signupgenius.com/go/409084da5a82ca1fb6-cathedralbes to arrange for volunteers to plan, prepare, serve and clean up. For the 2020-2021 season, the Cathedral's volunteer evenings are on the odd-numbered Thursdays until April 15. If you have any questions, please contact one of the coordinators: Deacon Rodney - [email protected] James Reader - [email protected] Joseph Tramontana - [email protected]
Plastic Recycling Nativity will continue to collect and recycle plastic through the TREX recycling program in conjunction with Weis grocery store. We can accept grocery bags, bread bags, case overwrap, dry cleaning bags, newspaper sleeves, ice bags, wood pellet bags, zip lock & other re-sealable bags, produce bags, bubble wrap, salt bags, and cereal bags. All materials must be clean, dry and free of food residue. You can drop off your plastic in the bins located in the lobby of Sayre Hall during office hours. Please call the church office to be sure someone will be there to let you in the building. Thanks for helping to decrease the amount of waste in our landfills. Creation Care Ministry.
Cathedral Connections A great way to re-connect. Join in small groups with other like-minded Cathedral folk for a time of connecting and enjoyment. Groups of 8-10 will meet virtually. Choose the group(s) you wish to participate in by the interest you have! Visit nativitycathedral.org for more details and to sign-up.
PARISH ANNUAL MEETING
Sunday, January 31st
9:00 AM Annual Meeting – Virtual Only
10:30 AM Holy Eucharist – Virtual
12:30 PM Spanish Worship – Virtual
Saturday, January 30
5:00 PM Celtic Spirituality Night – Virtual
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The week beginning January 24, 2021
Sunday: 8:45 AM 321 Contact Worship – Virtual on Zoom 9:25 AM Adult Forum – Zoom 9:30 AM Communion Distribution – Upper parking lot 10:30 AM Holy Eucharist – Virtual 11:30 AM Communion Distribution – Upper parking lot 12:30 PM Spanish Worship – Virtual
Monday: No Staff in Office – Staff working remotely 7:00 PM Prayer Bead Making Workshop – Zoom
Tuesday: 9:00 AM Staff in office until 2:00 PM (No visitors without appointment) 5:45 PM Heart Rhythm Meditation – Virtual on Zoom
Wednesday: 9:00 AM Staff in office until 2:00 PM (No visitors without appointment) 7:00 PM Mindfulness Meditation – Facebook
Thursday: 9:00 AM Staff in office until 2:00 PM (No visitors without appointment) 7:00 PM Prayer Bead Making Workshop – Zoom
Friday: No Staff in Office – Staff working remotely
Saturday: 9:00 AM Altar Guild Prep – Cathedral 5:00 PM Celtic Spirituality Night – Virtual ** Not listed are the many groups meeting virtually and the Cathedral Connections. Visit nativitycathedral.org for more details. **
COPYRIGHT PERMISSION: From The Hymnal 1982 Copyright © Church Publishing, Inc. Hymns S117, S155, S225, 380, 381, 530 and 537. Used by permission. Rite Stuff License #R20F-01384-7594.
The Rt. Rev. Kevin D. Nichols,
Bishop of Bethlehem
STAFF
The Very Rev. Anthony R. Pompa,
Dean & Rector (610-417-3063)
The Rev. Canon Dale T. Grandfield
Canon Missioner (484-892-7659)
The Ven. Richard I. Cluett,
Archdeacon-in-Residence
The Rev. Canon Michelle Moyer,
Canon-in-Residence
The Rev. Rodney Conn, Deacon
The Rev. Charles Barebo, Deacon
Becky Berkenstock, Lay Christian
Formation Leader
Canon Stephen Williams, Canon for
the Ministry of Music & Performing
Arts
Winston Alozie, Musician-in-Residence
Tracy Eisenreich, Assistant to the Dean
Peggy Bankowski, Administrative Asst.
Bill Korp, Bookkeeper
Jose Mendez, Lead Sexton
Waldina Orellana, Housekeeper
Tommy Leach, Housekeeping
Maria Flores-Barahona, Housekeeping
Connie Gilbert, Thrift Shop
Coordinator
Thrift Shop (610-867-6764)
VESTRY
Richard Sause, Sr. Warden (2022)
Karen Boksan, Jr. Warden (2022)
Don Appleton, Treasurer (2021)
Annalisa Kelly-Cavotta, Clerk of the
Vestry (2022)
Raymond Arcario (2023)
Siobhan Ardizzone (2023)
Rob Curzi (2023)
Tom Edwards (2021)
Joe Mozingo (2022)
Mary Mulder (2021)
Meg Seltzer (2021)
Barbara Solito (2023)
