Welcome toSt. John’s Episcopal ChurchWe are gathered to celebrate God’s gifts and sent to respond to the needs of the world.

The Feast of Anna Ellison Butler AlexanderSaturday, September 24, 2016

Holy Eucharist with Confirmation 4:00 pmMemorial Garden Dedication 5:30 pm

Welcome to Our WorshipWe hope you will find your time with usmeaningful and joyful. We believe God continuesto speak to us through the Hebrew and Christianscriptures, and whenever we join together inprayer, song, and communion. The words andmusic of the service are found in this booklet andin the blue Hymnal. While there are differentcustoms of standing and kneeling in Episcopalworship, you are invited to sit at any time,according to your needs and comfort. You arewelcome to follow the symbols indicatinggestures used in worship: † cross oneselfB bow \⁄ raise your arms.

Our WordsThe readings are the scriptures appointed for thecelebration of Anna Ellison Butler Alexander,founder of Good Shepherd Episcopal Church andSchool in Pennick and the first (and only) African-American deaconess in the Episcopal Church.The words of the service are from The Book ofCommon Prayer, Revised Common Lectionary(collects), Enriching Our Worship (EucharisticPrayer, Blessing), The Book of Occasional Services(Garden Blessing).

Our MusicThe music is from The Hymnal 1982, Wonder,Love and Praise, Lift Every Voice and Sing II, MyHeart Sings Out, Voices Found, and Psalms for AllSeasons.

Our PrayersIf you would like to be included in the Prayers ofthe People, or want to add someone, please fillout the blue card in the pews. You must have thepermission of the person to include them in theprayers. You can also call or e-mail the office.People remain on the list for about a month.

If you would like to contribute to the flower,votive, or sanctuary candle fund, please usethe yellow envelopes in your pew or email Lisaat parishoffice@stjohnschicago.com.

Our IntentionsThe Altar Flowers and the Sanctuary Lamp

are given by the Parish to the Glory of God.

Today’s ReadingsDeuteronomy 6:4-9, 20-25, Psalm 78:1-7

2 Timothy 3:14-4:5, Matthew 11:25-30

As a courtesy to all, please setyour electronic devices to silent.

The Word of GodPreludeAlla Marciaby Henry Huss

Prince of Denmark’s Marchby Jeremiah Clarke

Song of Praise The Hymnal #551 Rise up ye saints of GodPlease stand.

Words: William Pierson Merrill (1867-1954), alt.; Music: Festal Song, William H. Walter (1825-1893);OneLicense.net License #A-709746.

OPENING ACCLAMATIONPresider † Blessed be the one, holy, and living God.

People Glory to God for ever and ever.

There is one Body and one Spirit;

There is one hope in God’s call to us;

One Lord, one faith, one baptism;

One God and Father of all.

THE COLLECT OF THE DAYGod be with you.

And also with you.

Let us pray.

Grant, Almighty God, that we, who have been redeemed from the old life of sin by ourbaptism into the death and resurrection of your Son Jesus Christ, may be renewed inyour Holy Spirit, and live in righteousness and true holiness; through Jesus Christ ourLord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.Amen.

FIRST READING Please be seated. Deuteronomy 6:4-9, 20-25

Hear, O Israel: The LORD is our God, the LORD alone. You shall love the LORD yourGod with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your might. Keep thesewords that I am commanding you today in your heart. Recite them to yourchildren and talk about them when you are at home and when you are away, whenyou lie down and when you rise. Bind them as a sign on your hand, fix them as anemblem on your forehead, and write them on the doorposts of your house and onyour gates.

When your children ask you in time to come, ‘What is the meaning of the decreesand the statutes and the ordinances that the LORD our God has commandedyou?’ then you shall say to your children, ‘We were Pharaoh’s slaves in Egypt, butthe LORD brought us out of Egypt with a mighty hand. The LORD displayed beforeour eyes great and awesome signs and wonders against Egypt, against Pharaoh andall his household. He brought us out from there in order to bring us in, to give usthe land that he promised on oath to our ancestors. Then the LORD commanded usto observe all these statutes, to fear the LORD our God, for our lasting good, so as tokeep us alive, as is now the case. If we diligently observe this entire commandmentbefore the LORD our God, as he has commanded us, we will be in the right.’

The Word of the Lord.Thanks be to God.

Hymn based on Psalm 78 The Hymnal #536 God has spoken to his peoplePlease remain seated to sing.

Words: Willard F. Jabusch (b. 1930), alt.; Music: Torah song [Yisrael V’oraita], Hasidic melody; arr. Richard Proulx (b. 1937);OneLicense.net License #A-709746.

SECOND READING 2 Timothy 3:14-4:5

But as for you, continue in what you have learned and firmly believed, knowingfrom whom you learned it, and how from childhood you have known the sacredwritings that are able to instruct you for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus. Allscripture is inspired by God and is useful for teaching, for reproof, for correction,and for training in righteousness, so that everyone who belongs to God may beproficient, equipped for every good work.

In the presence of God and of Christ Jesus, who is to judge the living and the dead,and in view of his appearing and his kingdom, I solemnly urge you: proclaim themessage; be persistent whether the time is favourable or unfavourable; convince,rebuke, and encourage, with the utmost patience in teaching. For the time iscoming when people will not put up with sound doctrine, but having itching ears,they will accumulate for themselves teachers to suit their own desires, and willturn away from listening to the truth and wander away to myths. As for you,always be sober, endure suffering, do the work of an evangelist, carry out yourministry fully.

The Word of the Lord.Thanks be to God.

Gospel Acclamation Wonder, Love and Praise #784 Hallelujah!Please stand. All sing the refrain and verse 1. Verse 2 is sung after the reading of the gospel.

Words: South African; Music: Halleluya! Pelo tso rona, South African. OneLicense.net License #A-709746.

1.2.

THE HOLY GOSPEL Matthew 11:25-30

The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Matthew. †B Glory to you, Lord Christ.

At that time Jesus said, “I thank you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, because youhave hidden these things from the wise and the intelligent and have revealed themto infants; yes, Father, for such was your gracious will. All things have been handedover to me by my Father; and no one knows the Son except the Father, and no oneknows the Father except the Son and anyone to whom the Son chooses to revealhim.”

“Come to me, all you that are weary and are carrying heavy burdens, and I will giveyou rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me; for I am gentle and humblein heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burdenis light.”

The Gospel of the Lord.B Praise to you, Lord Christ.

The sung Gospel Acclamation is repeated.

THE SERMONPlease be seated.Silence follows the sermon.

PRESENTATION AND EXAMINATION OF THE CANDIDATESThe Candidates and their Sponsors stand before the people.

Bishop The Candidates will now be presented.

Presenters I present Geneva Frances Gage for Confirmation.

I present Andria Anderson/Edward Thomas Dzialo/Marvin LarvellChildress/Shane Patrick O’Neil/Andrew Michael Povich to be receivedinto this Communion.

The Bishop asks the candidates

Do you reaffirm your renunciation of evil?

Candidates I do.

Bishop Do you renew your commitment to Jesus Christ?

Candidates I do, and with God’s grace I will follow him as my Savior and Lord.

Bishop Will you who witness these vows do all in your power to support thesepersons in their life in Christ?

People We will.

Bishop Let us join with those who are committing themselves to Christ and renewour own baptismal covenant.

THE BAPTISMAL COVENANTYouth Do you believe in God the Father?

I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth.

Do you believe in Jesus Christ, the Son of God?

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord.He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.He descended to the dead.On the third day he rose again.He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

Do you believe in God the Holy Spirit?

I believe in the Holy Spirit,the holy catholic Church,the communion of saints,the forgiveness of sins,the resurrection of the body,and the life everlasting.

Will you continue in the apostles’ teaching and fellowship, in the breaking of bread, andin the prayers?

I will, with God’s help.

Will you persevere in resisting evil, and, whenever you fall into sin, repent and return tothe Lord?

I will, with God’s help.

Will you proclaim by word and example the Good News of God in Christ?

I will, with God’s help.

Will you seek and serve Christ in all persons, loving your neighbor as yourself?

I will, with God’s help.

Will you strive for justice and peace among all people, and respect the dignity of everyhuman being?

I will, with God’s help.

PRAYERS FOR THE CANDIDATESThe altar party leads the candidates and sponsors to the baptismal font.

Presider Let us now pray for these persons who have renewed their commitment toChrist.

Leader Deliver them, O Lord, from the way of sin and death.

Lord, hear our prayer.

Open their hearts to your grace and truth.

Lord, hear our prayer.

Fill them with your holy and life-giving Spirit.

Lord, hear our prayer.

Keep them in the faith and communion of your holy Church.

Lord, hear our prayer.

Teach them to love others in the power of the Spirit.

Lord, hear our prayer.

Send them into the world in witness to your love.

Lord, hear our prayer.

Bring them to the fullness of your peace and glory.

Lord, hear our prayer.

Presider Almighty God, we thank you that by the death and resurrection of your SonJesus Christ you have overcome sin and brought us to yourself, and that bythe sealing of your Holy Spirit you have bound us to your service. Renew inthese your servants the covenant you have made with them at their Baptism.Send them forth in the power of that Spirit to perform the service you setbefore them; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reignswith you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

FOR CONFIRMATIONThe Bishop lays hands upon each one and says

Strengthen, O Lord, your servant Geneva with your Holy Spirit; empower her for yourservice; and sustain her all the days of her life. Amen.or this

Defend, O Lord, your servant Geneva with your heavenly grace, that she may continueyours for ever, and daily increase in your Holy Spirit more and more, until she comes toyour everlasting kingdom. Amen.

FOR RECEPTIONAndria/Edward/Marvin/Shane/Andrew, we recognize you as a member of the one holycatholic and apostolic Church, and we receive you into the fellowship of thisCommunion. God, the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, bless, preserve, and keep you. Amen.

Almighty and everlasting God, let your fatherly hand ever be over these your servants;let your Holy Spirit ever be with them; and so lead them in the knowledge andobedience of your Word, that they may serve you in this life, and dwell with you in thelife to come; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

ASPERGESIn remembrance of our baptism, the Presider sprinkles the people with holy water.

THE PEACEThe peace of Christ be always with you.

And also with you.

ANNOUNCEMENTSPlease be seated.

The Great ThanksgivingOFFERTORYOffer to God a sacrifice of thanksgiving, and make good your vows to the Most High.

The offering is collected for the Bishop’s Discretionary Fund.

If you would like to make a donation to the Capital Campaign, please use the envelope in your pewor mark your check “Capital Campaign.”

Offertory Anthem Sung by the choir.Make a Joyful Noiseby David H. Williams

Make a joyful noise unto the Lord.All ye lands and all ye people, make a joyful noise unto the Lord.O make a joyful noise unto the Lord.All ye lands and all ye people, make a joyful noise unto the Lord.Serve the Lord with gladness; and come before his presence with a song.

O enter in, into his gates.O make a joyful noise unto the Lord.All ye lands and all ye people, make a joyful noise unto the Lord.Know ye that the Lord he is God:It is he that made us, and not we ourselves.

O make a joyful noise unto the Lord.All ye lands and people, make a joyful noise unto the Lord!

Offertory Hymn Voices Found #60 Come and seek the ways of wisdomAs needed.

Words: Ruth C. Duck, from Circles of Care: Hymns and Song; Music: Julion, David Hurd; OneLicense.net License #A-709746.

THE PRESENTATIONPlease stand after the offering is collected and as it is brought forward.

All things come of thee O Lord,

And of thine own have we given thee.

THE EUCHARISTIC PRAYERThe Lord be with you.

\⁄ And also with you.

Lift up your hearts.

\⁄ We lift them to the Lord.

Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.

B It is right to give our thanks and praise.

It is truly right, and good and joyful, to give you thanks, all-holy God, source of life andfountain of mercy. Because in Jesus Christ our Lord you have received us as your sonsand daughters, made us citizens of your kingdom, and given us the Holy Spirit to guideus into all truth.

Therefore, joining with Angels and Archangels and with the faithful of every generation,we lift our voices with all creation as we sing:

Sanctus The Hymnal #S-124 Holy, holy, holy Lord

Title: The Holy Eucharist II, Holy, holy, holy Lord: Sanctus; Music: From New Plainsong; David Hurd (b. 1950).OneLicense.net License #A-709746.

Please stand or kneel.

Blessed are you, gracious God, creator of the universe and giver of life. You formed us inyour own image and called us to dwell in your infinite love.

You gave the world into our care that we might be your faithful stewards and show forthyour bountiful grace.

But we failed to honor your image in one another and in ourselves; we would not seeyour goodness in the world around us; and so we violated your creation, abused oneanother, and rejected your love. Yet you never ceased to care for us, and prepared theway of salvation for all people.

Through Abraham and Sarah you called us into covenant with you. You delivered usfrom slavery, sustained us in the wilderness, and raised up prophets to renew yourpromise of salvation. Then, in the fullness of time, you sent your eternal Word, mademortal flesh in Jesus. Born into the human family, and dwelling among us, he revealedyour glory. Giving himself freely to death on the cross, he triumphed over evil, openingthe way of freedom and life.

On the night before he died for us, Our Savior Jesus Christ took bread, and when he hadgiven thanks to you, he broke it, and gave it to his friends, and said: “Take, eat: This ismy Body which is given for you. Do this for the remembrance of me.” B

As supper was ending, Jesus took the cup of wine, and when he had given thanks, hegave it to them, and said: “Drink this, all of you: This is my Blood of the new Covenant,which is poured out for you and for all for the forgiveness of sins. Whenever you drinkit, do this for the remembrance of me.” B

Therefore we proclaim the mystery of faith:

Memorial Acclamation The Hymnal #S-138

Title: The Holy Eucharist II, Memorial Acclamation: Prayer B; Music: McNeil Robinson II (b. 1943);OneLicense.net License #A-709746

Remembering his death and resurrection, we now present to you from your creation thisbread and this wine. By your Holy Spirit may they be for us the Body and Blood of ourSavior Jesus Christ. Grant that we who share these gifts may be filled with the HolySpirit and † live as Christ’s Body in the world. Bring us into the everlasting heritage ofyour daughters and sons, that with Anna Ellison Butler Alexander (Deaconess andEducator), Mary the Godbearer, John our Patron, and all your saints, past, present, andyet to come, we may praise your Name for ever.

Through Christ and with Christ and in Christ, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, to you behonor, glory, and praise, for ever and ever.

Amen The Hymnal #S-146

Title: The Holy Eucharist, Amen; Music: McNeil Robinson II (b. 1943); OneLicense.net License #A-709746

THE LORD’S PRAYERAnd now, as our Savior Christ has taught us, we are bold to say,You are welcome to pray in whatever language or version you prefer.

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 whotrespass 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 everand ever. Amen.

THE BREAKING OF THE BREADSilence is kept.

Fraction Anthem Wonder, Love and Praise #867Repeat as needed.

Title: Fraction Anthem: The bread which we break, Music: Carl Haywood (b. 1949), from Fraction Anthems, Canticles, and Chants;OneLicense.net License #A-709746

HOLY COMMUNIONThe Gifts of God for the People of God.

We welcome everyone to receive Holy Communion. Please come forwarddown the center aisle to receive bread and wine and return by the side aisles.Please take the bread and help guide the chalice or dip the bread into the cup.

Grape juice is in the gold-colored chalice.If you desire a gluten free wafer for communion, please let the server know.

If you wish to receive a blessing rather than communion,please cross your arms over your chest.

Communion Hymn Wonder, Love, and Praise #761 All who hunger

Words: Sylvia G. Dunstan (1955-1993); Music: Holy Manna, from The Southern Harmony, 1835; alt. harm., Columbian Harmony,1825; OneLicense.net License #A-709746.

Communion Hymn The Hymnal #490 I want to walk as a child of the lightAs needed.

music continues on next page…

Words: Kathleen Thomerson (b. 1934); Music: Houston, Kathleen Thomerson (b. 1934); OneLicense.net License #A-709746

PRAYER AFTER COMMUNIONPlease stand.

Let us pray.

Almighty and everliving God,we thank you for feeding uswith the spiritual foodof the most precious Body and Bloodof your Son our Savior Jesus Christ;and for assuring usin these holy mysteriesthat we are living membersof the Body of your Son,and heirs of your eternal kingdom.And now, Father, send us outto do the work you have given us to do,to love and serve youas faithful witnesses of Christ our Lord.To him, to you, and to the Holy Spirit,be honor and glory, now and for ever. Amen.

BLESSINGOur help is in the Name of the Lord;

The maker of heaven and earth.

Blessed be the Name of the Lord;

From this time forth for evermore.

God’s Blessing be with you, Christ’s peace be with you, the Spirit’s outpouring be withyou, now and always. Amen.

Recessional Hymn The Hymnal #347 Go forth for GodPlease follow the cross out the doors of the church and into the Memorial Garden.

Words: J.R. Peacey (1896-1971) and English Praise, 1975, alt.; Music: Litton, Erik Routley (1917-1982);OneLicense.net License #A-709746.

BLESSING OF THE ST. JOHN’S MEMORIAL GARDENThis garden was the dream of Hugh Colburn. A gift from Carol and Hugh Colburn provided theseed money which, along with gifts to the Capital Campaign, made this new garden possible.

Presider Almighty God, Creator of heaven and earth,

People Christ our Savior, Redeemer of the world,

God the Holy Spirit, Sanctifier of the faithful,

Holy, blessed, and glorious Trinity, one God.

Look down from heaven, behold and tend this vine;

Preserve what your right hand has planted.

O God, whose blessed Son was laid in a sepulcher in the garden: Bless, wepray, this grave, and grant that those whose ashes are buried here may dwellwith Christ in paradise, and may come to your heavenly kingdom;through your Son Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

The garden is sensed.

O God of grace and glory, we remember before you this day our belovedbrothers and sisters, especially

Melda B. Starkey (Parishioner, 1928-2011)

Evelyn Wiseman (Parishioner, 1925-1997)

Roy C. Ripka, Jr. (Parishioner, 1941-2010)

Julia L. Shaughnessy (Parishioner, 1914-1987)

Thomas E. Shaughnessy (Parishioner, 1909-1991)

Montrola Childress (Mother of Marvin Childress, 1921-2005)

Jacqueline Kozuch (Parishioner, Director of Music, 1912-2007)

Thaddeus Kozuch (Parishioner, 1913-1991)

Robert “Bob” D. Hodges (Parishioner, 1929-2012)

Jean “Gay” Gage Marino (Parishioner, 1933-2012)

Charles S. Siebert (Parishioner, 1926-2011)

Doris A. Jensen Turner (Parishioner, 1928-1996)

Elaine Masuoka (Parishioner, 1927-2007)

Masaru “Masy” Masuoka (Parishioner, 1914-1998)

Marilyn Huyghebaert (Parishioner, 1942-2013)

We thank you for giving them to us, their family and friends, to know and tolove as a companion on our earthly pilgrimage. In your boundlesscompassion, console us who mourn. Give us faith to see in death the gate ofeternal life, so that in quiet confidence we may continue our course on earth,until, by your call, we are reunited with those who have gone before;through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

The garden is sprinkled with holy water.

Presider We bless your Name, O Lord, because it has please you to enable yourservants Carol and Hugh Colburn and the Capital Campaign Donors to offerthis garden in memory of loved ones. Remember them for good, and grantthat all who benefit from this gift may show their thankfulness to you byusing it in accordance with your will; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

You raise up laborers for your harvest, Holy God, sending them out as sowersof your good news, workers of healing, and caretakers of new life: Bless thosewho toiled to build and plant this garden, especially John Gast (GastMonuments), Barbara Cohn (parishioner), Dee Busch (Greenlawn) and theGreenlawn staff. Give them strength and joy in their work and enliven all ofus with your joy, that we may remember and trust that it is you who willbring in the harvest. Amen.

The people are sprinkled with holy water.

People O God, you sent your son Jesus to be our rock on which your people, as livingstones joined together, grow into a spiritual house. Bless this garden, set apartto honor the memory of beloved friends and family. So fill us with your HolySpirit that we may continue to grow into the Body of Christ, and with strengthand courage plant a world knit together with your grace and peace. Amen.

DISMISSALGo in peace to love and serve the Lord, Alleluia, Alleluia!

Thanks be to God. Alleluia, Alleluia!

GROUNDBREAKING FOR LIFTPlease gather at the front of the church for the ceremonial groundbreaking for the lift that willmake St. John’s accessible.

Everyone is asked to remain for a photo.

RECEPTION AND DINNERPlease join us for drinks and appetizers in the Garden, followed by dinner in the Parish Hall.

Today’s Ministers of the LiturgyRector The Rev. Kara Wagner ShererMinister of Ceremonies Hugh ColburnDeacon Intern Garth HoweDeacon The Rev. Patricia MoserPresider/Preacher The Rt. Rev. Jeffrey D. LeeParaments Mobile, Cheryl Kreiman; Banners, Karen HoyerAltar Guild Christina Calvit, Angela McCormickFlowers Dolly YorkBread Baker Maureen Frontzak-ZieglerNursery Caregiver Sandra KifarkiBulletin Art Confirmation Creed 2016, art by Geneva Gage, 2014Organist/Pianist Mio NakamuraChoir Director Dee MurphyChoir Andria Anderson, Lieve Buzard, Geneva Gage, Rich Gage, Karen Hoyer,

Cheryl Jarvis, Kate Kamphausen, Adam Malson, Ned Martin, Jason Martin,Duncan Moore, Dana Renninger, Elizabeth Smolinski, John SmolinskiCarlisle Wagner Sherer

Ushers Tom Camell, Tim BroderickServer Garth HoweAcolytes Niyah FerrisThurifer Alex Menocal1st Reader Ed Dzialo2nd Reader Geneva GageIntercessor Amy MeadowsCommunion Ministers Jason Martin, Angela McCormickDinner Marlon Jacobs, Shelly Wright, Connie Frontzak-Ziegler,

Maureen Frontzak-Ziegler, Bettina Daszczuk, Leanne Gehrig,Cheryl Jarvis, Susan Mitchell

Capital Campaign Team Alex Menocal, Amy Meadows, Marj Monaghan, Rich Gage,Laura Singer, Jenny Palsgrove, Kara Wagner Sherer

If you would like to serve as a minister of the liturgy, please sign up in the parish hall.

St. John’s Episcopal Church3857 North Kostner, Chicago, Illinois 60641

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Today’s MinistersAltar Guild

Today’s MinistersAltar GuildAngela McCormickKrystyna GallagherElizabeth SmolinskiFlowersLourdes RobertsBulletin ArtLucy UrbaszewskiMinister of CeremoniesHugh Colburn 8Bryan Cones 9:15/11Ushers8: Rich Gage, Tom Camell