Trinity Episcopal Church
1100 Harrison Street , Mt. Vernon, IL   62864
(618) 242 – 3434

SUNDAY, AUGUST 16, 2009

THE ELEVENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST

TRINITY EPISCOPAL CHURCH
MT. VERNON, ILLINOIS
The Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost
August 16, 2009
The Celebration of the Holy Eucharist:   Rite II

The Liturgy of the Word

Hymn "Alleluia, sing to Jesus"                                        Hymnal #461*
The Opening Acclamation        Book of Common Prayer (BCP), p. 355
The Collect for Purity                                                           BCP, p. 355
The Gloria (sung)                                 BCP p. 366 –or- Hymnal, S-280
The Collect of the Day                                                                    Insert
The 1st Lesson:  Proverbs 9: 1 - 6                                                  Insert
The Psalm: Psalm 34: 9 - 14                                                           Insert
The 2nd Lesson: Ephesians 5: 15 – 20                                            Insert
Hymn "Come, my way"                                   Hymnal #487, vv. 1 - 2*
The Holy Gospel:   John 6: 53 - 59                                                 Insert
Hymn "Come, my way"                                           Hymnal #487, v. 3*
The Sermon                                                                   Fr. Gene Tucker
The Nicene Creed                                                                BCP p. 358
The Prayers of the People:   Form IV                                    BCP p. 388
The Confession of Sin & Absolution                                      BCP p. 360
The Peace                                                                            BCP p. 360

The Liturgy of the Table

Offertory Hymn " My country, 'tis of thee"                     Hymnal #717*
The Great Thanksgiving:   Eucharistic Prayer B                      BCP p. 367
The Sursum Corda (sung)                    BCP p. 361 -or- Hymnal, S-120 The Sanctus  (sung)                              BCP p. 362 -or- Hymnal, S-125 The Lord’s Prayer   (sung)                    BCP p. 364 -or- Hymnal, S-119
The Agnus Dei (sung)                                                      Hymnal, S-161
The Communion of the People
Hymn "Dear Lord and Father of mankind"                   Hymnal #652*
The Post-Communion Prayer                                                BCP p. 365
The Blessing & Dismissal                                                      BCP p. 366
Hymn "A mighty fortress is our God"                              Hymnal #687

VISITORS AND NEWCOMERS: We are delighted to have you with us today, whether you are visiting, or if you are looking for a church home. We are glad to share this house of the Lord with you.  

HOLY COMMUNION may be received by all baptized Christians (regardless of denomination), who have been baptized with water, and in the Name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. At the time the Sacrament is offered, you may come forward to the altar rail. (If unable to come to the rail, the elements will be brought to you.) You may either kneel at the rail, or stand. Both the host (bread) and the wine, or just the host only, may be received. The host may be dipped into the chalice of wine, if you prefer. Or, you may receive a blessing from the Celebrant. Indicate your desire to receive a blessing by crossing your arms across your chest.
VESTRY WILL MEET TODAY following service in the Rector’s Office.
MIDWEEK SCHEDULE, this week:
       Wednesday, August 19:
              9:30 AM Holy Communion – Parish Hall (Saint day: Bernard,
                      Abbot of Clairvaux, 1153 AD)
              10:15 AM Informal Discussion Group – Parish Hall
       Friday, August 21:
              5:30 PM Evening Prayer – Rector’s Office in Parish hall
       Saturday, August 22:
              10:00 AM Diocesan Council - Springfield
BIRTHDAYS & ANNIVERSARIES THIS WEEK:
       Paul & Beth Coats 16th
       Abby Bruce 19th
       Bill Schelosky 20th
NEXT SUNDAY: August 23rd The Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost
       10: 00 AM Child care available in the Parish Hall
       10:00 AM Rosary Prayer Group – Parish Hall
       10:30 AM Holy Communion – Church
       Following Coffee Hour – Parish Hall
SCRIPTURE READINGS FOR NEXT SUNDAY: Joshua 24:1–2a, 14–25; Psalm 34:15–22; Ephesians 5:21–33; John 6:60–69
OUR TUESDAY EVENING STUDY GROUP IS FILLING UP. It’s not too late to sign up for this group, which will begin meeting in September at the Rector’s home. Sign up in the Parish Hall.
MISS A SUNDAY? Sermons and Sunday bulletins may be found on Trinity’s website.
BY WAY OF REMINDER:
       Altar flower sign-ups continue: Please see list in the Parish Hall.
       Hymn requests are still being received.

HOPE IN CHRIST MINISTRIES food collections continue. Next Food Pantry day at HIC Ministries: Saturday, September 19th.

PARISH PRAYER LIST: Ann, Grace, Barbara, Jim, Matt, Nicole, Sharon, Bette, Patricia, Jeff, Esther Bassett, Phil, Emerson, Mary Ellen, Eugene, Marty, Kathy, Jacob & Sarah, Norma, Ann Nancarrow, Michael Reginato, Bill, Clay & Yuko, Pat Lusby, CPT John Tober, USAF (in Afghanistan), SSG Kevin Harris, USA (in Iraq); Hope in Christ Shelter..

ATTENDANCE LAST SUNDAY: 42

STANDING NOTICES

PASTORAL CARE is one of the Rector’s highest priorities. If you – or someone you know – is ill, hospitalized, or in need of prayer or visitation, please make those needs known.   Thank you.
SERMON COPIES: Are available following service at the back of the church, in the Parish Hall (literature rack), by request to the Rector, or on Trinity’s website.

The Rt. Rev. Peter H. Beckwith, Bishop of Springfield
The Rt. Rev. Keith L. Ackerman, Assisting Bishop
The Rt. Rev. Donald J. Parsons, Assisting Bishop
The Rev. Gene Tucker, Rector
Mr. Jim Adams, Lay Eucharistic Minister
Miss Vanessa Welch, Keyboard Musician
Mrs. Joyce Bruce, Altar Guild Directress
Mrs. Sheila Sahni, Altar Flower Directress