Trinity Episcopal Church 44 East Market Street

Bethlehem, PA 18018

“Feeding All in Body, Mind, and Soul” A Community of God’s People

All are Welcome

The Fourth Sunday After the Epiphany:

Holy Eucharist Saturday, January 27, 2018 at 5:00 p.m. Sunday, January 28, 2018 at 8:00 a.m. Sunday, January 28, 2018 at 10:30 a.m.

Next Sunday The Adult Forum

Jay Lane reprises his Benedictine Oblate presentation

on the Magnificat and its relation to Hannah's Prayer. 9:15 a.m. in the Parish Hall

Nursey Care is available

in the Sunday School Wing

The 2018 Liturgical Calendar is available in the back of the church.

Large Print Copies of the Bulletin are Available from the Ushers

Trinity Episcopal Church 44 East Market Street Bethlehem, PA 18018

www.trinitybeth.org

Email:info@trinitybeth.org

Phone: (610) 867-4741 Fax: (610) 867-5206

We extend a special welcome to those who are single, married, divorced, gay, confused, filthy rich, comfortable or dirt poor.

We extend a special welcome to wailing babies and excited toddlers. We welcome you if you sing like Pavarotti or just growl quietly to yourself. You’re welcome here if you’re just browsing, just woken up or just got out of prison. We don’t care if you’re more Christian than the Archbishop of Canterbury or haven’t been to church since Christmas ten years ago. We extend a special welcome to those who are over 60 but not grown up yet, and to teenagers who are growing up too fast. We welcome keep-fit moms, football dads, starving artists, tree-huggers, latte-sippers, vegetarians, and junk-food eaters. We welcome those who are in recovery or still addicted. We welcome you if you’re having problems, are down in the dumps or don’t like ‘organized religion.’ (We’re not that keen on it either!). We offer a welcome to those who think the earth is flat, work too hard, don’t work, can’t spell, or are here because granny is visiting and wanted to come to church.

We welcome those who are inked, pierced, both or neither. We offer a special welcome to those who could use a prayer right now, had religion shoved down their throat as kids or got lost in the city and wound up here by mistake. We welcome pilgrims, tourists, seekers, doubters . . . and you!

--with the kind permission of Coventry Cathedral

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Trinity Episcopal Church 44 East Market Street Bethlehem, PA 18018

A Community of God’s People – All are welcome

Worship Services

Monday through Friday 9:00 am Morning Prayer

4:30 pm Evening Prayer

Wednesday, January 31, 2018 Samuel Shoemaker, Priest and Evangelist, 1963

11:30 am Holy Eucharist

Saturday, February 3, 2018 The Fifth Sunday After the Epiphany

5:00 pm Holy Eucharist with Sermon

Sunday, February 4, 2018 The Fifth Sunday After the Epiphany

8:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist with Sermon 10:30 am Holy Eucharist with Choir and Sermon

The Fourth Sunday After the Epiphany: Holy Eucharist Rite Two

All who are baptized are welcome to share in the Sacrament of the Altar.

To receive communion, please come to the communion rail at the direction of the ushers. Receive the bread in the palm of your hand. Eat the bread and drink from the cup when it is offered to you. Or, you may hold the bread and dip it into the wine when the cup is offered. If you wish to receive a blessing, rather than communion,

please move to the communion rail and cross your arms over your chest.

Please maintain a time of silence, stillness and centering upon entering our worship space.

Prelude: Psalm XIX Benedetto Marcello

In Procession: Abbot’s Leigh Hymn 379

The Word of God: Prayer Book, p. 355

Song of Praise: “Gloria in Excelsis” Hymnal, S280

The Collect of the Day: Prayer Book, p. 215

Almighty and everlasting God, you govern all things both in heaven and on earth: Mercifully hear the supplications of your people, and in our time grant us your peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

.A Collect for the Search for Our New Rector:

Glorious and loving God, steadfast Shepherd and Guide: enlighten and encourage us as we seek a new rector; keep us patient, prayerful and joyful, and grant us clarity of vision to discern your will, that we may welcome someone who will faithfully minister with the people of this parish. Grant this through Jesus Christ our Savior. Amen.

The First Reading: Deuteronomy 18:15-20

Moses said: The LORD your God will raise up for you a prophet like me from among your own people; you shall heed such a prophet. This is what you requested of the LORD your God at Horeb on the day of the assembly when you said: “If I hear the voice of the LORD my God any more, or ever again see this great fire, I will die.” Then the LORD replied to me: “They are right in what they have said. I will raise up for them a prophet like you from among their own people; I will put my words in the mouth of the prophet, who shall speak to them everything that I command. Anyone who does not heed the words that the prophet shall speak in my name, I myself will hold accountable. But any prophet who speaks in the name of other gods, or who presumes to speak in my name a word that I have not commanded the prophet to speak—that prophet shall die.”

Psalm: Epiphany 4B Psalm 111

The Second Reading: 1 Corinthians 8:1-13

Now concerning food sacrificed to idols: we know that “all of us possess knowledge.” Knowledge puffs up, but love builds up. Anyone who claims to know something does not yet have the necessary knowledge; but anyone who loves God is known by him.

Hence, as to the eating of food offered to idols, we know that “no idol in the world really exists,” and that “there is no God but one.” Indeed, even though there may be so-called gods in heaven or on earth—as in fact there are many gods and many lords— yet for us there is one God, the Father, from whom are all things and for whom we exist, and one Lord, Jesus Christ, through whom are all things and through whom we exist.

It is not everyone, however, who has this knowledge. Since some have become so accustomed to idols until now, they still think of the food they eat as food offered to an idol; and their conscience, being weak, is defiled. “Food will not bring us close to God.” We are no worse off if we do not eat, and no better off if we do. But take care that this liberty of yours does not somehow become a stumbling block to the weak. For if others see you, who possess knowledge, eating in the temple of an idol, might they not, since their conscience is weak, be encouraged to the point of eating food sacrificed to idols? So by your knowledge those weak believers for whom Christ died are destroyed. But when you thus sin against members of your family, and wound their conscience when it is weak, you sin against Christ. Therefore, if food is a cause of their falling, I will never eat meat, so that I may not cause one of them to fall.

Sequence Hymn: Deus tuorum militum Hymn 448 vs. 1, 2, 3

The Holy Gospel: Mark 1:21-28

Jesus and his disciples went to Capernaum; and when the sabbath came, he entered the synagogue and taught. They were astounded at his teaching, for he taught them as one having authority, and not as the scribes. Just then there was in their synagogue a man with an unclean spirit, and he cried out, “What have you to do with us, Jesus of Nazareth? Have you come to destroy us? I know who you are, the Holy One of God.” But Jesus rebuked him, saying, “Be silent, and come out of him!” And the unclean spirit, convulsing him and crying with a loud voice, came out of him. They were all amazed, and they kept on asking one another, “What is this? A new teaching—with authority! He commands even the unclean spirits,

and they obey him.” At once his fame began to spread throughout the surrounding region of Galilee.

Sermon by The Reverend Doctor Richard C. Ditterline, Priest Associate

The Nicene Creed Prayer Book, p. 358

The Prayers of the People

Let us pray for our own needs and the needs of others in the name of Jesus of Nazareth, the Holy One of God, saying: Lord, hear our prayer.

For the Church, and especially for Michael our Presiding Bishop, Sean our bishop, and for the Diocese of Northwestern PA, St. Andrew’s Church in Allentown, our partner parish, St. Margaret’s Church, Emmaus, the Diocesan Council, the Anglican Church of Brazil and the Diocese of Kajo-Kaji,, that we may live and teach the gospel of love, let us pray to the Lord. Lord, hear our prayer.

For the person God is preparing to be the ninth Bishop of Bethlehem, let us pray to the Lord, Lord, hear our prayer.

For this parish family, that we who gather to hear the Lord’s teaching may fully respond to all that God asks of us, let us pray to the Lord. Lord, hear our prayer.

For all who live and work in places of war and violence, especially those in the military, and for the leaders of the nations, that they may find new ways to resolve disputes and work for a just and peaceful society, let us pray to the Lord. Lord, hear our prayer.

For all who are prophets, that they may understand the mind and heart of God and awaken new insights for the renewal and growth of the Church, let us pray to the Lord. Lord, hear our prayer.

For the hungry and the homeless, the victims of conflict and violence, and all who live with mental and physical illness, remembering especially Donald, , Stephanie, Roberta, Eileen, Truman, Karen, Rich, Patti and Mother Jane………………. that God’s love will strengthen, heal and sustain them, let us pray to the Lord. Lord, hear our prayer.

For those who have died, ……………..that they may live in the presence of the Holy One of God, let us pray to the Lord. Lord, hear our prayer.

Lifting our voices with all creation, with Mary the God-bearer, and all the saints, let us offer ourselves and one another to the living God through Christ. To you, O Lord our God.

Celebrant: Holy One of God, you come to teach us with authority and to set our spirits free. Hear our prayers and give us strength and courage as we proclaim your truth by word and deed. Glory to you for ever and ever. AMEN.

The Peace Prayer Book, p. 360

Announcements

Holy Communion

Offertory Anthem: Laudate Dominum W.A. Mozart

Christa Warda, soprano solo

O praise the Lord, all ye nations: praise him, all ye people. For his merciful kindness is great toward us: and the truth of the Lord endureth for ever. Praise ye the Lord. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost; as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.

The Great Thanksgiving, Prayer B Prayer Book, p. 367

Proper Preface for the Epiphany Prayer Book, p. 378

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.

Sanctus Hymnal S128

Fraction Anthem Hymnal S154

Communion

Communion Anthem: Jesus, Sun of Life, My Splendor G.F. Handel Jesus, Sun of Life, my Splendor, Jesus, Thou, my Friend most tender, Jesus, Joy of my desiring, Fount of Life, my soul inspiring, At Thy feet I cry, my

Maker, Let me be a fit partaker of this blessed food from heaven, For our good, Thy glory, given. Jesus, Bread of Life, I pray Thee, Let me gladly here obey Thee, By Thy love I am invited, Be Thy love with love requited; From this

Supper let me measure, Lord, how vast and deep love’s treasure. Through the gifts Thou here dost give me as Thy guest in heaven receive me.

Thanksgiving After Communion

Gracious God, our hands have taken holy things; our lives have been nourished by the body of your Son. May we who have eaten at this holy table show forth your love in our lives and be strengthened for service in your world, we ask this in the name of Jesus Christ the Lord. Amen.

Closing Hymn: Beecher Hymn 470

The Blessing

May God the Father who created you, guide your footsteps;

May God the Son who redeemed you, share your journey;

May God the Holy Spirit who sanctifies you, lead you on life's

pilgrimage; and,

The blessing of God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit be with you wherever you may go. Amen.

Dismissal

Postlude: Rigaudon Andre Campra

Some participants in the service:

At 8:00 a.m.

Greeter/Announcer Joann Gulya Altar Guild Sherri Majczan Lector Cindy Grieshaber

Lector Robert Baser Intercessor Ken Grieshaber Lay Eucharistic Minister Sandy Utley

Lay Eucharistic Minister Loraine Johnson Usher Peter Paul Sondova Coffee Hour Setup Gloria Tarby

Coffee Host

At 10:30 a.m.

Greeter/Announcer Logan Vitalos Altar Guild Virginia Hontz Verger Sara Klingner

Crucifer Jim Propst Lector Bill Hontz

Lector Jody Miller Intercessor Charles Johns Lay Eucharistic Minister Ross Mangina

Lay Eucharistic Minister Bruce Marold Usher Rick Weaver

Usher Marcie Lightwood Pastoral Care Visitor Bruce Marold Counter Ken Robertson

Counter Ross Mangina Coffee Host Marcie Lightwood

God Loves You No Exceptions!

The Episcopal Church Welcomes You

How to Become a Member

You are very welcome to attend worship services, whether or not you are a member. If you would like to become part of the parish, it is easy. Just give your name, address, phone number (and email address if you have one) to a priest or usher. Or you may leave it in the parish office. All Episcopalians are asked to share their time, talents and treasure. We would love to have you attend our special programs and join our activities. There are so many opportunities to become a working member – by helping with worship services, by joining an outreach group, or by serving on a parish committee. For more information, please contact our Welcoming Committee (you may send an email to millard@trinitybeth.org).

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The Rector Search Committee

We invite you to look at the insert to the bulletin which describes the third “wordle” which was produced by your feedback from the town meetings. Please join us, the Search Committee, in prayer that God is preparing the Rector who is true to Trinity’s core and substance. As we continue in this search, please pray that God’s will be done. The Search Committee for Trinity’s next Rector: Sara Klingner, Chair; Bob Baser, Jeanne Deets, Chris Martocchio, Lynn Norman, Pat Sisson and Rick Weaver.

From the Bishop’s Search Committee

We ask for special prayers for the members of the Bishop Search Committee, who have the task of prayerfully discerning our Bishop candidates. We are grateful for their time, dedication, and service they are providing to help select our next leader of the Episcopal Diocese of Bethlehem. We look forward to the presentation of the Slate of Bishop Candidates, those who can hopefully build with us something we cannot yet imagine and can model a connection, communication, and collaborative ministry.

Upcoming Events Mid-February: Announcement of the Slate

April 15-20: Walkabouts April 28: Electing Convention

May 12: Farewell Party for Bishop Sean

Birthdays:

Joyce Meinke January 30 Jesse Lewis January 31 Carole Gorney Bryant February 1 Jenna Heffner February 1 Jane Frey February 2

Anniversaries:

Bill and Dawn Winterburn January 30

Please Pray for those in Need:

Donald Barry Matthew Belise & family Karen Blazosky Eileen Boligatz Mike Boushell Julie Brooks Sue Ditterline Twila Evans Mo. Jane Gaeta Vince Garcia Doodie Genther Nicolina Gianguzi Charles Gianguzi, Jr. Sr. Patricia-Michael Hauze Stu Hutchinson Charles Johns Alex MacMillan

Millie Casey Truman Richard Mo. Gwendolyn-Jane Romeril Robert Romeril Marilyn Rontz. Charlie Rupert Joan Sheldrake Rich Sperline Stacey Stewart Stephanie Stover Barbara Subber Joyce Thomas Ron Utley Joan Weiss Lloyd Wittenmyer Roberta Wolford

Pray for those in our Military Service: Sgt. Kevin Connors 1LT Andrew Frey Erin Kloss Tristin Lascelle

Alex J. McCandless MACS Cristin Miller Robert Wilkins

To have a name placed on the parish prayer list, please speak with one of the clergy or with the parish office. Names are normally deleted from the list after three months. However, any name may be re-submitted for inclusion in the list. To submit a name, please send an email to millard@trinitybeth.org. The Daughters of the King also maintain a separate prayer list. To place a name on that list, please fill out one of the blue prayer cards (located on the back of the pews in the church) and place it in the prayer box at the rear of the sanctuary. The Daughters of the King will pray daily for everyone for two weeks—or longer, if requested.

The Weekly Calendar

Monday, January 29, 2018 9:00 am Morning Prayer 4:30 pm Evening Prayer

Tuesday, January 30, 2018

Charles Stuart, King of England and Scotland, 1649 9:00 am Morning Prayer

9:30 am Handbell rehearsal (Church) 4:30 pm Evening Prayer

Wednesday, January 31, 2018

Samuel Shoemaker, Priest and Evangelist, 1963 9:00 am Morning Prayer 11:30 am Holy Eucharist 4:30 pm Evening Prayer

6:00 pm Bonaventure Reading Group (Library)

Thursday, February 1, 2018 Brigid, Abbess of Kildare, 523

9:00 am Morning Prayer 3:30 pm Crafting Our Prayers (at The Knitter’s Edge)

4:30 pm Evening Prayer

Friday, February 2, 2018 The Presentation of Our Lord Jesus Christ in the Temple—

The Purification of Saint Mary the Virgin 9:00 am Morning Prayer 4:30 pm Evening Prayer

Saturday, February 3. 2018

Feast of Saint Anskar, Archbishop of Hamburg, Missionary to Denmark and Sweden, 865 The Fifth Sunday After the Epiphany 5:00 pm Holy Eucharist with Sermon

Sunday, February 4, 2018

The Fifth Sunday After the Epiphany 8:00 am Holy Eucharist with Sermon

10:30 am Holy Eucharist with Choir and Sermon 2:30 pm Centering Prayer (Library)

About Trinity Episcopal Church

Location: 44 East Market Street, Bethlehem, PA 18018-5989 Phone: (610) 867-4741 Emergency: (484) 281-3865 Email: info@trinitybeth.org Website: www.trinitybeth.org Office Hours: Receptionist 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Appointments: until 4:00 p.m.

Clergy

The Rev. Elizabeth Miller, Deacon and Soup Kitchen Coordinator The Rev. Canon Clifford B. Carr, Priest Associate The Rev. Dr. Richard C. Ditterline, Priest Associate The Rev. Dr. Gerard R. Gaeta, Priest Associate The Rev. Dr. Jane S. Gaeta, Priest Associate The Rev. Canon Gwendolyn-Jane Romeril, Priest Associate

Staff

Aram Basmadjian, Artist in Residence Karen Ernst-Reiner, Treasurer Millard Cook, Parish Administrator and Pastoral Assistant James Propst, Sexton Charles Johns, Security Ministers: All Baptized Members

Vestry

Robert Baser Ross Mangina (Senior Warden) Lisa Collier Sarah Molinaro Joanne Gulya (Junior Warden) Stephanie Stover (Vestry Chaplain) Linda Henry Arthur Talbot Theresa Kunda Logan Vitalos Robert Lawrence Rick Weaver

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