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The Liturgy of the Word

(Our liturgy comes directly from the Episcopal Book of Common Prayer.

This version is the approved Expansive Language Prayer B)

The responses of the people are in bolded italics.

Prelude

Opening Hymn *See Music*

Opening Acclamation

Officiant Blessed be God: most holy, glorious, and undivided Trinity.

People And blessed be God’s reign, now and for ever. Amen.

Song of Praise God Welcomes All

The Collect (remain standing in body or spirit)

Celebrant God be with you.

People And also with you.

Celebrant Let us pray.

Grant to us, Lord, we pray, the spirit to think and do always those things that are right, that we, who cannot exist without you, may by you be enabled to live according to your will; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

First Lesson: Genesis 37:1-4, 12-28 (please be seated)

Reader A reading from The Book of Genesis.

Jacob settled in the land where his father had lived as an alien, the land of Canaan. This is the story of the family of Jacob.

Joseph, being seventeen years old, was shepherding the flock with his brothers; he was a helper to the sons of Bilhah and Zilpah, his father’s wives; and Joseph brought a bad report of them to their father. Now Israel loved Joseph more than any other of his children, because he was the son of his old age; and he had made him a long robe with sleeves. But when his brothers saw that their father loved him more than all his brothers, they hated him, and could not speak peaceably to him.

Now his brothers went to pasture their father’s flock near Shechem. And Israel said to Joseph, “Are not your brothers pasturing the flock at Shechem? Come, I will send you to them.” He answered, “Here I am.” So he said to him, “Go now, see if it is well with your brothers and with the flock; and bring word back to me.” So he sent him from the valley of Hebron.

He came to Shechem, and a man found him wandering in the fields; the man asked him, “What are you seeking?” “I am seeking my brothers,” he said; “tell me, please, where they are pasturing the flock.” The man said, “They have gone away, for I heard them say, ‘Let us go to Dothan.’” So Joseph went after his brothers, and found them at Dothan. They saw him from a distance, and before he came near to them, they conspired to kill him. They said to one another, “Here comes this dreamer. Come now, let us kill him and throw him into one of the pits; then we shall say that a wild animal has devoured him, and we shall see what will become of his dreams.” But when Reuben heard it, he delivered him out of their hands, saying, “Let us not take his life.” Reuben said to them, “Shed no blood; throw him into this pit here in the wilderness, but lay no hand on him” —that he might rescue him out of their hand and restore him to his father. So when Joseph came to his brothers, they stripped him of his robe, the long robe with sleeves that he wore; and they took him and threw him into a pit. The pit was empty; there was no water in it.

Then they sat down to eat; and looking up they saw a caravan of Ishmaelites coming from Gilead, with their camels carrying gum, balm, and resin, on their way to carry it down to Egypt. Then Judah said to his brothers, “What profit is it if we kill our brother and conceal his blood? Come, let us sell him to the Ishmaelites, and not lay our hands on him, for he is our brother, our own flesh.” And his brothers agreed. When some Midianite traders passed by, they drew Joseph up, lifting him out of the pit, and sold him to the Ishmaelites for twenty pieces of silver. And they took Joseph to Egypt.

Reader The Word of the Lord.

All Thanks be to God.

Psalm 105, 1-6, 16-22, 45b Please pray responsively by half verse (bolded text).

1 Give thanks to the Lord and call upon his Name; *
make known his deeds among the peoples.

2 Sing to him, sing praises to him, *
and speak of all his marvelous works.

3 Glory in his holy Name; *
let the hearts of those who seek the Lord rejoice.

4 Search for the Lord and his strength; *
continually seek his face.

5 Remember the marvels he has done, *
his wonders and the judgments of his mouth,

6 O offspring of Abraham his servant, *
O children of Jacob his chosen.

16 Then he called for a famine in the land *
and destroyed the supply of bread.

17 He sent a man before them, *
Joseph, who was sold as a slave.

18 They bruised his feet in fetters; *
his neck they put in an iron collar.

19 Until his prediction came to pass, *
the word of the Lord tested him.

20 The king sent and released him; *
the ruler of the peoples set him free.

21 He set him as a master over his household,
as a ruler over all his possessions,

22 To instruct his princes according to his will
and to teach his elders wisdom.

45 Hallelujah!

The Epistle: Romans 10:5-15

Reader A reading from The Book of Romans.

Moses writes concerning the righteousness that comes from the law, that “the person who does these things will live by them.” But the righteousness that comes from faith says, “Do not say in your heart, ‘Who will ascend into heaven?’” (that is, to bring Christ down) “or ‘Who will descend into the abyss?’” (that is, to bring Christ up from the dead). But what does it say?

“The word is near you,
on your lips and in your heart”

(that is, the word of faith that we proclaim); because if you confess with your lips that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. For one believes with the heart and so is justified, and one confesses with the mouth and so is saved. The scripture says, “No one who believes in him will be put to shame.” For there is no distinction between Jew and Greek; the same Lord is Lord of all and is generous to all who call on him. For, “Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord shall be saved.”

But how are they to call on one in whom they have not believed? And how are they to believe in one of whom they have never heard? And how are they to hear without someone to proclaim him? And how are they to proclaim him unless they are sent? As it is written, “How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news!”

Reader The Word of the Lord.

All Thanks be to God.

Sequence Hymn Come, All You People

The Gospel: Matthew 14:22-33

Deacon The Holy Gospel of our Savior Jesus Christ according to Matthew.

Jesus made the disciples get into the boat and go on ahead to the other side, while he dismissed the crowds. And after he had dismissed the crowds, he went up the mountain by himself to pray. When evening came, he was there alone, but by this time the boat, battered by the waves, was far from the land, for the wind was against them. And early in the morning he came walking toward them on the sea. But when the disciples saw him walking on the sea, they were terrified, saying, “It is a ghost!” And they cried out in fear. But immediately Jesus spoke to them and said, “Take heart, it is I; do not be afraid.”

Peter answered him, “Lord, if it is you, command me to come to you on the water.” He said, “Come.” So Peter got out of the boat, started walking on the water, and came toward Jesus. But when he noticed the strong wind, he became frightened, and beginning to sink, he cried out, “Lord, save me!” Jesus immediately reached out his hand and caught him, saying to him, “You of little faith, why did you doubt?” When they got into the boat, the wind ceased. And those in the boat worshiped him, saying, “Truly you are the Son of God.”

Deacon The Gospel of the Savior.

All Praise to you, Lord Christ.

Sermon

Contemplative Silence

The Nicene Creed (Please rise in body or spirit)

Celebrant Let us affirm our faith in the words of the 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,

was incarnate of the Holy Spirit and the Virgin Mary

and became truly human.

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,

who with the Father and the Son is worshiped and glorified,

who 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 (standing or kneeling in body or spirit) Form IV

Leader Let us pray for the Church and for the world. Grant, Almighty God, that all who confess your Name may be united in your truth, live together in your love, and reveal your glory in the world.

(Silence)

Leader Lord, in your mercy

People Hear our prayer.

Leader Guide the people of this land, and of all the nations, in the ways of justice and peace; that we may honor one another and serve the common good.

(Silence)

Leader Lord, in your mercy

People Hear our prayer.

Leader Give us all a reverence for the earth as your own creation, that we may use its resources rightly in the service of others and to your honor and glory.

(Silence)

Leader Lord, in your mercy

People Hear our prayer.

Leader We give thanks for the many ministries of Holy Communion, this week we lift up . . . Bless all whose lives are closely linked with ours, and grant that we may serve Christ in them, and love one another as he loves us.

(Silence)

Leader Lord, in your mercy

People Hear our prayer.

Leader Comfort and heal all those who suffer in body, mind, or spirit; give them courage and hope in their troubles, and bring them the joy of your salvation.

(Silence)

Leader Lord, in your mercy

People Hear our prayer.

Leader We commend to your mercy all who have died, that your will for them may be fulfilled; and we pray that we may share with all your saints in your eternal kingdom.

(Silence)

Leader Lord, in your mercy

People Hear our prayer.

The People may add their own petitions

Concluding Collect

Celebrant Lord Jesus Christ, you said to your apostles, “Peace I give to you; my own peace I leave with you:” Regard not our sins, but the faith of your Church, and give to us the peace and unity of that heavenly City, where with the Creator and the Holy Spirit, you live and reign, now and for ever. Amen.

The Confession

Deacon Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Silence (kneeling in body or spirit)

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 our Savior 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.

Celebrant Almighty God have mercy on you, forgive you all your sins through the grace of Jesus Christ, strengthen you in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep you in eternal life. Amen.

The Peace (Please rise in body or spirit)

Celebrant The peace of Christ be always with you.

People And also with you.

Announcements & Offering (Please be seated)

As part of our offering, a basket of food, which will be delivered to the U-City School's Community Cupboard, will also be brought to the altar.

Offering:

Blessing of Birthdays & Anniversaries

AllWatch over your children, O Lord, as their days increase; bless and guide themwherever they may be. Strengthen them when they stand; comfort them when discouraged or sorrowful; raise them up if they fall; and in their heart may your peace which passes all understanding abide all the days of their life; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

The Liturgy of the Table

Offertory Hymn or Anthem *See Music*

Doxology (Please rise in body or spirit) The Hymnal 1982, #380, vs. 3

Praise God, from whom all blessings flow;

praise God, all creatures here below;

praise God above, ye heavenly host:

Creator, Christ, and Holy Ghost.

Words: Thomas Ken (1637-1711)

Music: Old 100th, melody from Psaumes octante trois de David, 1551, alt.; harm. after Louis Bourgeois (1510?1561?)

Please rise or kneel, in body or spirit

The Great Thanksgiving

Celebrant God be with you.

People And also with you.

Celebrant Lift up your hearts.

People We lift them to the Lord.

Celebrant Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.

People It is right to give our thanks and praise.

Celebrant It is right, and a good and joyful thing, always and everywhere to give thanks to you, Almighty God, Creator of heaven and earth.

For by water and the Holy Spirit you have made us a new people in Jesus Christ our Lord, to show forth your glory in all the world.

Therefore we praise you, joining our voices with Angels and Archangels and with all the company of heaven, who forever sing this hymn to proclaim the glory of your Name:

Sanctus

Celebrant and People

Holy, Holy, Holy Lord, God of power and might,
heaven and earth are full of your glory.
Hosanna in the highest.
Blessed is the One who comes in the name of the Lord.
Hosanna in the highest.

Celebrant We give thanks to you, O God, for the goodness and love which you have made known to us in creation; in the calling of Israel to be your people; in your Word spoken through the prophets; and above all in Jesus Christ, the Word made flesh. For in these last days you sent Jesus to be incarnate from the Virgin Mary, to be the Savior and Redeemer of the world. In Christ, you have delivered us from evil, and made us worthy to stand before you. In Christ, you have brought us out of error into truth, out of sin into righteousness, out of death into life.

On the night before he died for us, our Savior 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 Jesus 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, according to his command, O Creator,

Celebrant and People

We remember Christ’s death,

We proclaim Christ’s resurrection,

We await Christ’s coming in glory;

The Celebrant continues

And we offer our sacrifice of praise and thanksgiving to you, O Savior of all; presenting to you, from your creation, this bread and this wine.

We pray you, gracious God, to send your Holy Spirit upon these gifts that they may be the Sacrament of the Body of Christ and his Blood of the new Covenant. Unite us in the sacrifice of Jesus Christ, through whom we are acceptable to you, being sanctified by the Holy Spirit.

In the fullness of time, put all things in subjection under your Christ, and bring us to that heavenly country where, with Holy Communion and all your saints, we may enter the everlasting heritage of your children; through Jesus Christ our Savior, the firstborn of all creation, the head of the Church, and the author of our salvation.

By Christ, and with Christ, and in Christ, in the unity of the Holy Spirit all honor and glory is yours, Almighty God, now and for ever. AMEN.

The Lord’s Prayer

Celebrant As our Savior Christ has taught us, we now pray, using the language or version of our hearts,

Padre nuestro que estás . . . Our Father who art . . .

AllOur Father in heaven, hallowed be your Name, your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. Forgive us our sins, as we forgive those who sin against us. Save us from the time of trial, and deliver us from evil. For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours, now and forever. Amen.

The Breaking of the Bread

The Celebrant breaks the consecrated Bread. A period of silence is kept.

Celebrant Alleluia. Christ our Passover is sacrificed for us;

People Therefore let us keep the feast. Alleluia.

Celebrant These are God's holy gifts, for you, God's holy people.

Deacon This is the table of company with Jesus. It is the table of sharing with the poor and lowly of the world, with whom Jesus identified.

Celebrant So come to this table you who have much faith or you who would like to have more; you who have been here often and you who have not been here in a long time. Come. It is Christ who invites you to meet him here.

People Amen. As the bread and wine are transformed, may we be changed into the likeness of Christ; bone of his bone, flesh of his flesh, loving and caring in the world.

Communion Protocol

Everyone is welcome at God’s table. The Greeters will direct you to the altar rail, where you are welcome to stand or kneel. The host (bread) will be dropped into your cupped hands. When you move to the wine, you may either drink from the cup, or have your host dipped. If you require gluten-free, let the server know. If you prefer a blessing, cross your arms over your chest, and if you are unable to come to the altar rail, let an usher know, and we will bring communion to you.

Communion Hymns *See Music*

The Sending of Lay Eucharistic Visitors (LEVs)

At various times, Lay Eucharistic Visitors take the consecrated bread and wine to those who cannot physically be present for worship. When we do so, the following prayer may be offered:

Deacon We send you forth, bearing these holy gifts, that those to whom you go may share with us in the Body and Blood of Christ our Savior.

People We who are many are one body, because we all share one bread, one cup.

Post Communion Prayer (standing or kneeling, in body or spirit)

Celebrant Let us pray.

All Eternal God, you have graciously accepted us as living members of 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 Savior. Amen.

The Blessing

Closing Hymn *See Music*

Dismissal

Deacon Go in peace to love and serve the Lord. Alleluia, Alleluia!

All Thanks be to God. Alleluia, Alleluia!

Postlude

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*Music*

Prelude: Prelude on Hyfrydol Gerhard Krapf

Processional Hymn: O Bless the Lord, My Soul H411

Sequence Hymn: Come, All You People SEE INSERT

Offertory Anthem: Be Thou My Vision arr. Richard Walters

Communion Hymn: Here I am, Lord WLP812; SEE INSERT

Recessional Hymn: He’s Got the Whole World in His Hands L217

Postlude: Allegro Vivace Hermann Schroeder

Announcements

Sages Luncheon: The next Sages luncheon is set for Wednesday, August 12th at 1:00 pm at Cibo, located at Delmar and Hanley Road. Come enjoy pleasant conversation and check out the new UCity restaurant if you have not already done so.

Theology on Tap: Join us on Thursday, August 13 at Schlafly Bottleworks from 6-8pm in the Crown Room! This month we will be exploring how novels, films, plays, songs, etc. have influenced our faith.

DioMo Annual Picnic: The Annual DioMO Picnic returns on Saturday, August 29, 2026, at Camp MoVal. This is one of the most beloved gatherings in the diocesan year, bringing together friends from across our congregations and ministries for a full day of fellowship, fun, and celebration in the beautiful setting of Camp MoVal. Learn more here: diocesemo.org

Save the Date

Godly Play & Children's Chapel: Children’s programs return Sunday, Sept 13!

Episcopal City Mission Fundraiser: Thursday, Oct 15 at 6:00 pm

Episcopal Church Women (ECW) Retreat & Annual Meeting: Sept 18 & 19, 2026

Servers

Preacher: The Reverend Chester Hines

Guest Celebrant: The Reverend Mandi Rice

Organist: Earl Naylor

Guest Musicians: Ashlyn Walls, Andrew Wasson

Crucifer: Chidi Ezenwa

Readers: Elizabeth Hines (8), Denise Carpenter (10:30)

Intercessor: Zachary Adams (10:30)

Announcements: Andrew Wasson (10:30)

Greeters: Mark Willingham (8), Joe Donahou (10:30)

Chalice Bearers: Karen Payne (8), Marlene O’Brien (10:30)

Streamer: Sara Schoenborn

A little bit about Rev. Mandi Rice . . .

In addition to being an Episcopal priest in the diocese, as a board-certified chaplain, the Rev. Mandi Rice practices her servant leadership at SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital. She and her husband recently expanded their family with their baby girl, Audre.

Vestry

Joe Donahou, Rector’s Warden

Heidi Volkl, People’s Warden

Jim Wire, Treasurer

Pat Redington, Secretary

Tim Anderson, Bex Comas, Nancy Donohoo,

Gloria Grenwald, Karen Payne, Rudy Walz

Staff

The Rev. Brenda Sol, Rector

314-721-7401 x302; rector@holycommunion.net

The Rev. Chester Hines, Deacon

314-386-7762; chinesj@charter.net