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Welcome to the Church of Bethesda-by-the-Sea!• Child care is available from 7:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for children up to three years of age.

You are welcome to take your child to our nursery at any point during the service—just ask an usher to point the way.

• Please turn off your cell phones.• Page numbers on the left side of the column refer to The Book of Common Prayer (red).• Hymn numbers on the right side of the column refer to The Hymnal 1982 (blue). • ‘S’ for Service Music numbers are found in the front of The Hymnal 1982 (blue). • A large-print version of this leaflet is available from our ushers.• In case of an emergency Bethesda has two AEDs (Automated External

Defibrillator) available—in the sound booth at the back of the church and on the south wall in the Parish Hall.

Third Sunday after the Epiphany

January 21, 2018

11:00 a.m.

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Prelude Aria on a Chaconne Joel MartinsonThe congregation stands as the hymn is introduced.Hymn 375 Give Praise and Glory Unto God Du Lebensbrot, Herr Jesu Christ

The Word of GodAcclamation Celebrant Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. People And blessed be his kingdom, now and for ever. Amen. The Celebrant continues.

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. Amen.

†Gloria Hymnal S–280 Robert Powell

† Latecomers may be seated at this time.

11:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist and Healing: Rite II

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Salutation Celebrant The Lord be with you. People And also with you. Celebrant Let us pray. Collect of the Day

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 congregation is seated.Lesson Jonah 3:1-5, 10

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.

The Gospel ProcessionThe congregation stands as the hymn is introduced.Hymn 538 God of Mercy, God of Grace Lucerna LaudoniaeGospel Mark 1:14-20 Deacon 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.

Deacon The Gospel of the Lord. People Praise to you, Lord Christ.Homily The Rector A brief period of silence follows the Homily.

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The congregation stands.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.

Prayers of the People: Form III The Leader and People pray responsively

Father, we pray for your holy Catholic Church; That we all may be one.Grant that every member of the Church may truly and humbly serve you; That your Name may be glorified by all people.We pray for all bishops, priests, and deacons; That they may be faithful ministers of your Word and Sacraments.We pray for all who govern and hold authority in the nations of the world; That there may be justice and peace on the earth.Give us grace to do your will in all that we undertake; That our works may find favor in your sight.Have compassion on those who suffer from any grief or trouble; That they may be delivered from their distress.

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Give to the departed eternal rest; Let light perpetual shine upon them.We praise you for your saints who have entered into joy; May we also come to share in your heavenly kingdom.Let us pray for our own needs and those of others.Silence

The People may add their own petitions

The Celebrant adds a concluding Collect.

Confession of Sin and Absolution (congregation kneeling)

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

Greeting and Question of the Week

The Holy CommunionOffertoryMembers of the congregation will present the offerings and oblations of our life and labor to the Lord.See page 10 for more information.

Offertory Anthem The Lord Hath Been Mindful S.S. Wesley

The Lord hath been mindful of us, and He shall bless us; he shall bless the house of Israel, He shall bless the house of Aaron. He shall bless them that fear the Lord both small and great. Ye are the blessed of the Lord, you and your children. Ye are the blessed of the Lord, who made heaven and earth.

The congregation stands as the gifts are brought forward.Presentation and Doxology Old 100th

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The Great Thanksgiving, Eucharistic Prayer A

The Celebrant proceedsIt is right, and a good and joyful thing, always and everywhere to give thanks to you, Father Almighty, Creator of heaven and earth.The Celebrant adds a Proper Preface then continuesTherefore 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 and Benedictus Hymnal S-128 William Mathias

The congregation kneels or remains standing, and the Celebrant continues

Holy and gracious Father: In your infinite love you made us for yourself; and, when we had fallen into sin and become subject to evil and death, you, in your mercy, sent Jesus Christ, your only and eternal Son, to share our human nature, to live and die as one of us, to reconcile us to you, the God and Father of all.He stretched out his arms upon the cross, and offered himself in obedience to your will, a perfect sacrifice for the whole world.

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At the following words concerning the bread, the Celebrant is to hold it or lay a hand upon it; and at the words concerning the cup, to hold or place a hand upon the cup and any other vessel containing wine to be consecrated. On the night he was handed over to suffering and death, 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 we proclaim the mystery of faith:Celebrant and People

Christ has died. Christ is risen. Christ will come again.The Celebrant continuesWe celebrate the memorial of our redemption, O Father, in this sacrifice of praise and thanksgiving. Recalling his death, resurrection, and ascension, we offer you these gifts. Sanctify them by your Holy Spirit to be for your people the Body and Blood of your Son, the holy food and drink of new and unending life in him. Sanctify us also that we may faithfully receive this holy Sacrament, and serve you in unity, constancy, and peace; and at the last day bring us with all your saints into the joy of your eternal kingdom.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,

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And now, as our Savior Christ, has taught us, we are bold to say,Celebrant and People 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.Fraction Anthem Mason Marten

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Celebrant The Gifts of God for the People of God. Take them in remembrance that Christ died for

you, and feed on him in your hearts by faith, with thanksgiving.

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CommunionIn the Episcopal Church, all baptized Christians are encouraged to receive communion. This is the Lord’s table. It is the Lord who invites you. It is his wish that those who want him should meet him here. During communion, please come forward at the direction of the ushers, to the high altar or to the chapel altar, filling in at the altar rail from right to left, and either kneeling or standing to receive. For those who prefer not to use the steps, please either go to the chapel or request from an usher that communion be brought to you in your pew. Our custom in the Episcopal Church is to receive both elements by putting hands forward, palms crossed and facing upward to receive the bread, and by guiding the chalice lightly to receive the wine. Please note that receiving just the bread or wine alone is fully receiving communion. If you would like to receive a blessing instead, simply cross your arms across your chest. Gluten-free wafers are available at the high altar; let the priest know when you go up to receive.

During the Communion Hymn 469 There’s a Wideness in God’s Mercy St. Helena Anthem Lord, for Thy Tender Mercy’s Sake Richard Farrant

Lord, for thy tender mercy’s sake, lay not our sins to our charge, but forgive that is past, and give us grace to amend our sinful lives: to decline from sin and incline to virtue, that we may walk in a perfect heart before thee now and evermore. Amen.

The congregation stands when the Celebrant returns to the altar.Sending Out of Eucharistic Visitors Celebrant We who are many are one body. People For we all share one bread, and one cup.

Postcommunion Prayer Celebrant and PeopleEternal God, heavenly Father, you have graciously accepted us as living members of your Son our Savior Jesus Christ, and you have fed us with spiritual food in the Sacrament of his Body and Blood. Send us now into the world in peace, and grant us strength and courage to love and serve you with gladness and singleness of heart; through Christ our Lord. Amen.The BlessingHymn 530 Spread, O Spread, Thou Mighty Word Gott sei DankThe Dismissal Response Thanks be to God. Postlude Festive Trumpet Tune David GermanAnointing and Laying-on-of-HandsAfter the Postlude, those who wish to receive Anointing and Laying-on-of-Hands are asked to come forward to the High Altar. Those who are not staying for the healing service are asked to leave the church quietly.

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Announcements for Sunday, January 21

• Fellowship Breakfast | Today—8:15 to 10:00 a.m. | Parish Hall West We will have a full breakfast, with a rotating menu, for $5 per person starting at 8:15 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. in the Parish Hall West.

• Town Hall Meeting | Today | 9:50 a.m. | Parish Hall East Join the clergy this morning for a conversation about the changes we made in 2017 to Sunday mornings, especially the modifications to the 9:00 service. We hosted several town halls last spring to consider what changes should be made to Sunday mornings, and it’s time now constructively to assess how well we are meeting the goals set out by the community last year. We value the input of the entire community and look forward to your participating in the conversation.

• Annual Meeting, Election of Vestry Members, and Annual Parish Picnic | Sunday, January 28 | 9:15 a.m. | Parish Hall The Annual Meeting includes: electing new Vestry members, an update on 2017 results and 2018 plans, and our Stewardship celebration. We will have the opportunity to talk about our parish life, and to share the excitement and challenge of all that God is calling us to accomplish in the coming year. An old-fashioned Parish Picnic will follow in the Garth. We will provide hamburgers, hot dogs, grilled chicken, side dishes, and dessert! Vegetarian and gluten free options are available. The cost is $10 Adults; $5 Children under 12 years old; $25 Family Max. We hope everyone will take this opportunity to celebrate their membership of the Bethesda family.

For more information about our upcoming events, pick up and read the Bethesda Happenings. It is available in the Narthex, in our tract rack, on our website, and in our e-mail newsletter!

Prayers for healing and wholeness have been asked for...Amelia, Angela, Betsy, Billy, Catharine, Charles, Chris, Daniel, Ellen, Fred, Garcia Family, Gary, Gisela, Grier, Henry, Holly, Jack, Jane, Jennifer, Jim, Joann, John, Kaki, Katie, Kim, Leslie, Lillian, Lory, Mary, Matthew, Michael, Michelle, Nolan Family, Pamela, Pat, Peggy, Penny, Pesetsky Family, Ralph, Rebecca, Regine, Richard, Ricky, Robbie, Robert, Scott, Sharon, Stephen, Stephanie, Sylvia, Tami, Taryn, Teresa, Theresa, Thomas, Tom, Ward, and those serving our country...Benjamin, Christian, Clara, Eric, Harold, Herbert, John, Lorne, Michael, Sean, and Tommy.

We pray for the repose of the soul ofLois Kelley

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Altar FlowersWe invite you to make a contribution in memory of, in honor of, or in thanksgiving of, your loved ones. Your contribution provides for flowers, plants, and altar adornments, necessary for worship services throughout the year. In order for names to be printed in the Sunday service leaflet, they must be received two weeks prior to the desired Sunday. A minimum $100 contribution is suggested per name. Please complete the form below and mail it with your check (payable to Bethesda-by-the-Sea Church) to 141 South County Road, Palm Beach, FL 33480. You may also visit bbts.org and click the red “Give Online” slider and pay online.

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Bethesda’s Mission is to experience the clear and strong presence of God and to understand and spread Christ’s teachings through

collective worship, learning, and service.

Give Now Online!You may “Give Now” electronically by one of two ways: 1. Scanning the QR code with your smartphone; or 2. Visiting bbts.org and clicking the red “Give Online” button. If you wish, Online Offering Cards are available in the pews to be filled out and placed in the offering plate as a token of your gift.

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Feeding in FebruaryThree Events, One Cause: Eat a meal – Make a meal – Share a meal

Palm Beach Empty Bowls: Friday, February 2, 2018, 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Bethesda and the Palm Beach County Food Bank will once again bring together artists, bakers, chefs, and you for the 5th Annual Palm Beach Empty Bowls. 100% of the proceeds go directly to the Palm Beach County Food Bank. Please join the committee or volunteer to help with this event or simply come and enjoy a delicious soup lunch at Bethesda (or order take out). Contact us at EmptyBowlsPB@bbts.org for more information.Palm Beach Unites: Sunday, February 11, 2018, 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Come participate in one of three, 60 minute shifts at Palm Beach Day Academy and be a part of packaging 150,000 healthy meals for those in need. Volunteers are needed for one or more of the following shifts: 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.; 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.; and 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Please sign up following services on Sunday or by e-mailing PBunites@bbts.org today! Share What you Can: Sunday, February 18 & 25, 2018. Our food drive here at Bethesda benefits C.R.O.S. Ministries Food Pantries, ensuring that families have access to healthy food. Together we give thanks and “Share What You Can” with those in need. Be sure to pick up a bag and food list on February 18 and return the full bag on February 25.

2018 Annual Campaign: Building for the FutureSo many experience the love of God through our reverent worship, beautiful buildings and grounds, and Christian hospitality at the Church of Bethesda-by-the-Sea. How would our lives and the life of Palm Beach be different without the presence of Bethesda? The 2018 Annual Campaign, Building for the Future, is our opportunity to support the faith-filled mission of Bethesda. Our financial support empowers life changing ministry. On Sunday, January 28, we will demonstrate our faithfulness to God and to our common life by placing our pledge cards in baskets as we come forward to receive the gifts of God at God’s table. It will be a celebration of the reality of God’s abundant grace in our lives and the transformative power of Bethesda-by-the-Sea for Palm Beach and the world that is made possible by YOU! Let us all, therefore, offer God praise and thanksgiving, on Sunday, January 28, by our financial commitment for the blessing of this church we all love.

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Rector and Associates

Staff

Non-Stipendiary Assisting Clergy

Wardens, Officers, and Vestry Beth Cole, Senior Warden Gary Sullivan, Junior Warden

The Rev. Thomas MorrisAssociate for Outreach & Development

Harold E. PysherAssociate for Music & Liturgy

The Rev. Burl SalmonAssociate for Christian Education & Pastoral Care

Fred E. StaleyAssociate for Administration

The Rev. Canon Elizabeth R. GeitzAssisting Priest

The Rev. Dr. Cecily J. TitcombDeacon for Spiritual Direction &

Pastoral Care

The Rev. Clayton B. WaddellDeacon for Port Ministry

Program DirectorGreg Knight, Director of Children & Youth Ministries

CoordinatorsRenée Boger-Cheifet, Communications Coordinator

Turia Roebuck-Hayden, Outreach & Development Coordinator Jessica Hitchcock, Children & Youth Ministries CoordinatorApril Lawrence, Fellowship & Membership CoordinatorRegine Reimann,Worship & Pastoral Care Coordinator

Administrative StaffJoann LaBarca, Financial Assistant

Ayana Pineiro, Assistant to the Rector

SextonsRobert Mancuso, Sexton for Liturgical Support

Keith Risley, Sexton for GroundsWilliam Thompson III, Sexton for Building Preservation

& Lead SextonThe Church Mouse and The Shoppe Staff

Daisy Alvarez, General Manager for Retail OperationsEvaristo Riestra, General Manager

Rosie Cartagena, Seamstress Arlene Darcy, Office Assistant

Jonathan Goodine, Receiving SpecialistFred Pickett, Receiving Specialist

Arthur Burdett Barbara Callahan

Paul Coombs Michelle Diffenderfer

Frances Fisher

Peggy Johnson Charles McGillDavid Paulson

Jodie PayneSandra SternChuck Zettler

The Rev. James R. Harlan, Rector

Kitty Lanier, Clerk Robert Diffenderfer, Chancellor Zachary Shipley, Treasurer

The Church of Bethesda-by-the-Sea141 S. County Road, Palm Beach, FL 33480 | (561) 655-4554 | www.bbts.org

Serving Today(as of Wednesday, January 17)

Acolytes (*Crucifer) Susan Innocenzi* Donna Arietta Kate DevineyAltar Guild Sandra Papas Bobbie Leek Gay GregoryEucharistic Ministers Chuck Zettler, Vestry Michael Smyser Barbara Callahan, VestryLectors Shawn McAllister Gloria McAllisterAmbassadors Soozie Kelly Sandra Chase Ushers (*Head Usher) Charles Frankel III* John Buxton Ed Callahan Nick Kindred David Paulson Ellen Paulson Sandra Stern, VestrySound/Video System Jim GoodnerVergers Denny Lanier Kate WinseckEucharistic Visitors John Archer Kate Winseck Tom Chan