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May 10, 2020, 9:00 AM

We are a church on a mission to discover God’s grace, change our lives and change the whole world. Located in the Diocese of Central Florida, St. Richard’s is an inclusive, open and affirming congregation that welcomes all people to participate fully in the sacraments of the church, no exceptions. This order of service is designed as a guide to today’s liturgy. For our online liturgy, we have included the full text from The Book of Common Prayer as well as the music and the text from The Hymnal 1982. Except where indicated, music is reprinted by permission under OneLicense.net #A722955. Donations can be made online at www.strichards.org. If this is new to you, there is a tutorial on the Main page of our website. MINISTERS SERVING TODAY

Preacher: The Rev. Dr. Harry Coverston Celebrant: The Rev. Alison Harrity Deacon: The Rev. Rich Wilson Organist: Dr. Carl MaultsBy Cantor: Bryant Williams Readers & Live Stream Technicians: Jim Christoph, Michelle Christoph Flowers: Kin Xuxa

Title: Stoning of Saint Stephen from Sant Joan de Boí Date: approximately 1100 Artist: Unknown

The altar flowers were donated

to the glory of God and in Memory of, Joe Dan Young

September16, 1942 – May 13, 2013 From Thomas Wade Young

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The Fifth Sunday of Easter Holy Eucharist Rite II, Year A, Revised Common Lectionary

PRELUDE “Ave Maria” J. S. BACH, CHARLES GOUNOD, ARR. CARL MAULTSBY WELCOME INTROIT “Plenty Good Room” U. S. slave spiritual, ARR. CARL MAULTSBY

Bryant Williams, tenor

Plenty good room in my Father’s kingdom. Choose your seat and sit down. I would not be a sinner; I’ll tell you the reason why: ‘cause if my Lord would call on me, O, I wouldn’t be ready to die. I would not be a backslider, I’ll tell you the reason why: ‘cause if my Lord would call on me, O, I wouldn’t be ready to die.

LITURGY OF THE WORD

Please stand as you are able. OPENING ACCLAMATION

Celebrant Alleluia. Christ is risen. People The Lord is risen indeed. Alleluia.

COLLECT FOR PURITY

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.

All Amen. GLORIA IN EXCELIS (The St. Mary Mass) CARL MAULTSBY

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SALUTATION AND COLLECT OF THE DAY Celebrant The Lord be with you. People And also with you.

Celebrant Let us pray. Almighty God, whom truly to know is everlasting life: Grant us so perfectly to

know your Son Jesus Christ to be the way, the truth, and the life, that we may steadfastly follow his steps in the way that leads to eternal life; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.

All Amen.

The People sit. THE FIRST READING Acts 7:55-60 Filled with the Holy Spirit, Stephen gazed into heaven and saw the glory of God and Jesus standing at the right hand of God. “Look,” he said, “I see the heavens opened and the Son of Man standing at the right hand of God!” But they covered their ears, and with a loud shout all rushed together against him. Then they dragged him out of the city and began to stone him; and the witnesses laid their coats at the feet of a young man named Saul. While they were stoning Stephen, he prayed, “Lord Jesus, receive my spirit.” Then he knelt down and cried out in a loud voice, “Lord, do not hold this sin against them.” When he had said this, he died. (Silence) Reader Here ends the Reading.

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PSALM 31:1-5, 15-16 In te, Domine, speravi Music: Refrain–HAL H. HOPSON; Verses–CARL MAULTSBY The cantor sings the “Refrain.” The congregation repeats the “Refrain.”

The cantor chants the “Verses.” All sing the “Refrain” as indicated. Refrain

Verses

(Refrain) Second half

(Refrain, 2x)

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THE EPISTLE READING 1 Peter 2:2-10 Like newborn infants, long for the pure, spiritual milk, so that by it you may grow into salvation— if indeed you have tasted that the Lord is good.

Come to him, a living stone, though rejected by mortals yet chosen and precious in God’s sight, and like living stones, let yourselves be built into a spiritual house, to be a holy priesthood, to offer spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ. For it stands in scripture:

“See, I am laying in Zion a stone, a cornerstone chosen and precious;

and whoever believes in him will not be put to shame.” To you then who believe, he is precious; but for those who do not believe,

“The stone that the builders rejected has become the very head of the corner”,

and “A stone that makes them stumble,

and a rock that makes them fall.” They stumble because they disobey the word, as they were destined to do. But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s own people, in order that you may proclaim the mighty acts of him who called you out of darkness into his marvelous light.

Once you were not a people, but now you are God’s people;

once you had not received mercy, but now you have received mercy.

(Silence) Reader Here ends the Reading Please stand as you are able and remain standing until the Sermon time. All sing. SEQUENCE HYMN 487 “Come, my Way, my Truth, my Life" (The Call)

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ALLELUIA VERSE The cantor sings the “Alleluia.” The congregation repeats the “Alleluia.”

The cantor chants the verse. All sing the “Alleluia.”

Verse I am the way, the truth, and the life;

no one comes to the Father but by me. THE HOLY GOSPEL John 14:1-14

Gospeller The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to John. People Glory to you, Lord Christ.

Jesus said, “Do not let your hearts be troubled. Believe in God, believe also in me. In my Father’s house there are many dwelling places. If it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and will take you to myself, so that where I am, there you may be also. And you know the way to the place where I am going.” Thomas said to him, “Lord, we do not know where you are going. How can we know the way?” Jesus said to him, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. If you know me, you will know my Father also. From now on you do know him and have seen him.” Philip said to him, “Lord, show us the Father, and we will be satisfied.” Jesus said to him, “Have I been with you all this time, Philip, and you still do not know me? Whoever has seen me has seen the Father. How can you say, ‘Show us the Father’? Do you not believe that I am in the Father and the Father is in me? The words that I say to you I do not speak on my own; but the Father who dwells in me does his works. Believe me that I am in the Father and the Father is in me; but if you do not, then believe me because of the works themselves. Very truly, I tell you, the one who believes in me will also do the works that I do and, in fact, will do greater works than these, because I am going to the Father. I will do whatever you ask in my name, so that the Father may be glorified in the Son. If in my name you ask me for anything, I will do it.” Gospeller The Gospel of the Lord. People Praise to you, Lord Christ.

The People sit. SERMON

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NICENE CREED Book of Common Prayer, p. 358 Please stand as you are able.

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.

PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE The People stand or kneel.

After each intercession, the Leader says, “Lord, in your mercy:” and the People respond, “Hear our prayer.”

Leader The Resurrected Christ said, 'Peace be with you'. Bring your peace to the world and to

our own country. Lord, in your mercy: People Hear our prayer. Leader The Resurrected Christ appeared to Mary Magdalene when she was weeping. Comfort

those who are sad, lonely, or grieving. Lord, in your mercy: People Hear our prayer. Leader The Resurrected Christ met the women and asked them to tell the disciples about his

resurrection. Guide Christians everywhere to witness to the resurrection in their lives. Lord, in your mercy: People Hear our prayer. Leader The Resurrected Christ proclaimed himself to the two disciples from the Scriptures and

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made himself known to them in the breaking of the bread. Reveal him to us and all people through the teaching of your word and the celebration of your holy meal.

Lord, in your mercy: People Hear our prayer. Leader The Resurrected Christ strengthened the faith of Thomas by telling him to touch his

hands and side. Reassure those who are troubled by doubts, and strengthen their faith in your goodness.

Lord, in your mercy: People Hear our prayer. Leader The Resurrected Christ conquered death by his death and won the victory by his

resurrection. Be with those who are dying, and lead them to life with you forever. Lord, in your mercy: People Hear our prayer.

Celebrant Heavenly Father, grant that all who now celebrate these joyful holy days here on earth

may finally praise you forever, with all the angels and saints in heaven. We ask this through your risen Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

— Adapted from the Lutheran Church of Australia’s Worship Planning Page

CONCLUDING PRAYERS

Celebrant: For all who have contracted coronavirus, We pray for care and healing. For those who are particularly vulnerable, We pray for safety and protection. For all who experience fear or anxiety, We pray for peace of mind and spirit. For affected families who are facing difficult decisions between food on the table or public

safety, We pray for policies that recognize their plight. For those who do not have adequate health insurance, We pray that no family will face financial burdens alone. For those who are afraid to access care for any reason, We pray for recognition of the God-given dignity of all. For our brothers and sisters around the world, We pray for shared solidarity. For public officials and decisionmakers, We pray for wisdom and guidance to lead us to a healthy future. God, during this time may your Church be a sign of hope, comfort and love to all. Grant peace. Grant comfort. Grant healing. Be with us, Lord.

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All Amen. Copyright © 2020, United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. All rights reserved. This text may be reproduced in whole or in part without

alteration for nonprofit educational use, provided such reprints are not sold and include this notice. Modifications have been made to this prayer.

CONFESSION

Celebrant Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor. All 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.

ABSOLUTION 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. Amen.

Please stand as you are able. PEACE

Celebrant The peace of the Lord be always with you. People And also with you.

WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS

Flower Dedication The altar flowers were donated to the glory of God and in Memory of, Joe Dan Young September16, 1942 – May 13, 2013 from Thomas Wade Young

Re-Opening Schedule for St. Richard’s and Supplies Needed The staff and Vestry of St. Richard’s is prayerfully considering all that we need to do to prepare to re-open including sanitizing the building and purchasing supplies like face masks, toilet paper and hand sanitizer. If you have extra face masks, hand sanitizer or toilet paper please bring them to the church office and we will put them to use in the near future! We are looking to the guidance of the Diocese of Central Florida and the Diocese of Kentucky for a date to reopen to public worship and small group gatherings.

Virtual Kid’s Club Maria Scianio and Zenaida Rollins have created a virtual Kid's Club for the children of St. Richard's. This past week we posted a COVID 19 Time Capsule Lesson on the St. Richard’s Kid’s Facebook page and mailed to each child the Sunday Paper which helps our children understand the readings for each Sunday.

Sunday 5:00 p.m. Evening Worship LIVE on Facebook We have commenced a new online offering, 5:00 p.m. worship will be live streamed and include Evening Prayer, Taize and a special musical offering for Pentecost on May 31. Daily Morning Prayer, Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. Live Stream on Facebook and then available on Facebook, YouTube and our website, www.strichards.org

Sacred Time, Contemplative Prayer, Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m. Tiffany Lane, Reiki Master and Spiritual Director, leads us through an hour of contemplative prayer practice and silence.

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Live Stream on Facebook and then available on YouTube and our website anytime, www.strichards.org

Meaning Hunters, Tuesday Bible Study, 6:30 p.m. Zoom Bible Study link found on our Facebook Page Please like our Facebook page, St. Richard's Winter Park, and ask to join Meaning Hunters for access to our study on the Book of Job.

As our online offerings continue to expand we will keep you informed

A note from our Treasurer, Sue Brown CARES ACT CHARITABLE GIVING INCENTIVES

I hope this letter finds you safe and well. This is a scary time, for many of us, a time unlike any most of us have experienced. While we know this will all end eventually, sometimes eventually can seem far away. It is a time when many changes are occurring in our lives and in our laws.

We as a church rely on your donations to support our mission and ministry. Stewardship can be deeply spiritual, rooted in our desire to reorient our lives toward God. The Cares Act, signed into law on March 27, 2020, includes several provisions that may affect charitable giving this year.

New Charitable deduction for taxpayers who do not itemize. Beginning in 2020, individuals can deduct $300 in charitable contributions from their gross income even if they do not itemize their deductions. Donations must be made in cash to a charity. Gifts of appreciated securities, and gifts to a donor advised fund or supporting organization, do not qualify. Although the permissible amount is modest, it is a new benefit available to donors.

No Cap on charitable deductions for taxpayers who do itemize. Donors who itemize their

deductions can usually deduct cash contributions up to 60% of their adjusted gross income. For 2020, that cap is lifted, and donors contributing cash to charity may deduct up to 100% of their income, a significant tax savings for anyone able to contribute larger amounts. Again, this is only for gifts of cash, and only for gifts made directly to charity (not to donor-advised funds or supporting organizations).

No required minimum distributions, but qualified charitable distributions still possible.

The CARES Act eliminates required minimum distributions (RMDs) from many retirement plans in 2020. Some donors have been using their RMDs for tax advantaged charitable gifts by making a qualified charitable distribution (QCD) directly to charity. Under the CARES Act it is still possible for donors 70 ½ or over to contribute up to $100,000 directly to a charity without paying tax on the distribution. This remains a beneficial way for donors to make gifts to your church.

The CARES Act is a complex new law. This letter is intended only as a summary of provisions that may be important for our church stewardship. Donors should always consult with their own professional advisors before making a gift. The information contained in this letter was garnered from the Episcopal Church Foundation, New York, New York.

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“Christ is made the sure foundation" (Westminster Abbey)

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OFFERTORY HYMN 518 “Christ is made the sure foundation" (Westminster Abbey) All sing. The hymn is found on page 11. At the offertory, we gratefully offer back to God some of what God has given us in the money we give.

All are invited to make a gift to support the St. Richard’s ministry of sharing God’s love with the world by making an online donation at http://www.strichards.org/giving.

THE LORD’S PRAYER, Book of Common Prayer, p. 364

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.

PRAYER AT THIS TIME OF FASTING FROM HOLY COMMUNION

Celebrant A “spiritual communion” is a devotional that we can participate in at any time to express the desire to receive the Holy Communion. Current circumstances impede us from physically partaking of the body and blood of Jesus Christ. The St. Richard’s Community is therefore fasting from the bread and wine of the Eucharist and participating in “spiritual communion” with God and each other. Let us pray.

All Jesus Christ our Lord, we believe that you are truly present in the Blessed Sacrament of the Altar which this community faithfully celebrated before our world changed. We love you above all things, and long for you in our souls. Since we cannot now receive you sacramentally, come spiritually into our hearts we pray. As though you have already come, we embrace you and unite ourselves entirely to you. Help us to know and feel that we are always connected to you and to each other across time and space. We pray this until we are reunited physically and can share the Body of Christ, the bread of heaven, the Blood of Christ, the cup of salvation. Amen.

BLESSING

Celebrant The God of peace, who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus Christ, the great Shepherd of the sheep, through the blood of the everlasting covenant: Make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is well-pleasing in his sight; through Jesus Christ, to whom be glory for ever and ever. Amen.

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CLOSING HYMN 525 “The Church’s one foundation” (Aurelia)

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DISMISSAL Deacon Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia, alleluia. People Thanks be to God. Alleluia, alleluia. POSTLUDE “Marche Ancienne (The Mothers’ March)” CARL MAULTSBY

PERMISSIONS “Alleluia Verse” from Gradual Psalms for RCL, Music: Ed. Bruce Ford.; © 2007 Bruce Ford. Used by permission. Streaming and reprint license issued by Bruce Ford. Streaming and reprint license by permission under OneLicense.Net #A722955 for the following: “Plenty Good Room,” Words & Music: U. S. slave spiritual, arr. Carl MaultsBy; ©2020 Malted Milk Music. All rights reserved. Used by permission. “Glory to God” from The St. Mary Mass, Music: Carl MaultsBy; ©1989 Malted Milk Music. All rights reserved. Used by permission. “Come, my Way, my Truth, my Life” (The Call) Public Domain–Words: George Herbert; Music: Ralph Vaughn Williams. “Christ is made the sure foundation" (Westminster Abbey), Words & Music: Public Domain; Harmonization: Janet Linker, © New Material Copyright 1999 by Beckenhorst Press, Inc. All rights reserved. “The Church’s one foundation” (Aurelia), Words & Music: Public Domain “Ave Maria,” Music: J. S. Bach, Franz Schubert, arr. Carl MaultsBy; © 2009 Malted Milk Music. All rights reserved. Used by permission. “Marche Ancienne (The Mothers’ March)” Music: Carl MaultsBy; ©2020 Malted Milk Music. All rights reserved. Used by permission.