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Welcome to Christ Episcopal Church
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Farewell to Mother Elizabeth Ewing
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on the Occasion of Her Retirement
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The Eighth Sunday after Pentecost
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Gottfried Heinrich Stölzel (1690-1749)
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Processional Hymn WLP 805
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"I want Jesus to walk with me”
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Celebrant: Blessed be God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit
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People: and blessed be God’s Kingdom now and Forever. Amen
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Celebrant: The Lord be with you
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People: And also with you
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Let your continual mercy, O Lord, cleanse and defend your Church; and, because it cannot continue in safety without your help, protect and govern it always by your goodness; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
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First Reading: Hosea 11:1-11
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When Israel was a child, I loved him, and out of Egypt I called my son. The more I called them, the more they went from me; they kept sacrificing to the Baals, and offering incense to idols. Yet it was I who taught Ephraim to walk, I took them up in my arms; but they did not know that I healed them. I led them with cords of human kindness, with bands of love. I was to them like those who lift infants to their cheeks. I bent down to them and fed them. They shall return to the land of Egypt, and Assyria shall be their king, because they have refused to return to me. The sword rages in their cities, it consumes their oracle-priests, and devours because of their schemes. My people are bent on turning away from me. To the Most High they call, but he does not raise them up at all. How can I give you up, Ephraim? How can I hand you over, O Israel? How can I make you like Admah? How can I treat you like Zeboiim? My heart recoils within me; my compassion grows warm and tender. I will not execute my fierce anger; I will not again destroy Ephraim; for I am God and no mortal, the Holy One in your midst, and I will not come in wrath. They shall go after the Lord, who roars like a lion; when he roars, his children shall come trembling from the west. They shall come trembling like birds from Egypt, and like doves from the land of Assyria; and I will return them to their homes, says the Lord.
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Celebrant: The Word of the Lord
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1 Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good, *
and his mercy endures for ever.
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2 Let all those whom the Lord has redeemed proclaim *
that he redeemed them from the hand of the foe.
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3 He gathered them out of the lands; *
from the east and from the west,
from the north and from the south.
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4 Some wandered in desert wastes; *
they found no way to a city where they might dwell.
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5 They were hungry and thirsty; *
their spirits languished within them.
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6 Then they cried to the Lord in their trouble, *
and he delivered them from their distress.
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7 He put their feet on a straight path *
to go to a city where they might dwell.
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8 Let them give thanks to the Lord for his mercy *
and the wonders he does for his children.
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9 For he satisfies the thirsty *
and fills the hungry with good things.
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43 Whoever is wise will ponder these things, *
and consider well the mercies of the Lord.
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Second Reading: Colossians 3:1-11
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If you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth, for you have died, and your life is hidden with Christ in God. When Christ who is your life is revealed, then you also will be revealed with him in glory. Put to death, therefore, whatever in you is earthly: fornication, impurity, passion, evil desire, and greed (which is idolatry). On account of these the wrath of God is coming on those who are disobedient. These are the ways you also once followed, when you were living that life. But now you must get rid of all such things-- anger, wrath, malice, slander, and abusive language from your mouth. Do not lie to one another, seeing that you have stripped off the old self with its practices and have clothed yourselves with the new self, which is being renewed in knowledge according to the image of its creator. In that renewal there is no longer Greek and Jew, circumcised and uncircumcised, barbarian, Scythian, slave and free; but Christ is all and in all!
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Celebrant: The Word of the Lord
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“Father, we thank thee who hast planted”
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The Gospel: Luke 12:13-21
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Deacon: The Holy Gospel of our Savior Jesus Christ according to Luke.
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People: Glory to you, Lord Christ.
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Someone in the crowd said to Jesus, "Teacher, tell my brother to divide the family inheritance with me." But he said to him, "Friend, who set me to be a judge or arbitrator over you?" And he said to them, "Take care! Be on your guard against all kinds of greed; for one's life does not consist in the abundance of possessions." Then he told them a parable: "The land of a rich man produced abundantly. And he thought to himself, `What should I do, for I have no place to store my crops?' Then he said, `I will do this: I will pull down my barns and build larger ones, and there I will store all my grain and my goods. And I will say to my soul, `Soul, you have ample goods laid up for many years; relax, eat, drink, be merry.' But God said to him, `You fool! This very night your life is being demanded of you. And the things you have prepared, whose will they be?' So it is with those who store up treasures for themselves but are not rich toward God."
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Deacon: The Gospel of the Lord.
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People: Praise to you, Lord Christ.
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The Prayers of the People
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Verse: Lord, in your mercy.
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Response: Hear our prayer.
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"Precious Lord, take my hand”
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The Great Thanksgiving (The People Stand)
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Holy, holy, holy (Sanctus & Benedictus)
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The Breaking of the Bread
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The Post Communion Prayer
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Signs of the Office are Returned to the Congregation
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The departing clergy joins the Bishop’s representative in front of the congregation.
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Departing Clergy: Dear friends, through your call I have shared the responsibilities of ordained ministry in your midst. When I was installed, you presented me with symbols expressing my role among you. It is time to relinquish these symbols.
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The Bishop’s representative escorts the departing clergy to the Baptismal font.
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Departing Clergy: I have been among you to baptize, teach, and to pronounce the forgiveness of sins. I now relinquish the sign of this office.
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The Ewer of water (or shell) is given to a representative of the parish, Shirley Simeck and Barb Stanton.
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Congregation: There is one Body and one Spirit, there is one hope in God’s call to us.
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The Bishop’s representative escorts the departing clergy to the pulpit.
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Departing Clergy: I have been among you to proclaim the Good News. I now relinquish the sign of this office.
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A Bible is given to a representative of the parish Chris Mitchell.
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Congregation: The Word of the Lord is our sustaining strength.
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The Bishop’s representative escorts the departing clergy to the altar
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Departing Clergy: I have been among you to lead worship, and preside at the Eucharist. I now relinquish the sign of this office.
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The chalice is given to a representative of the parish, John Endress and Pat Dutra.
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Congregation: Taste and see that the Lord is good; happy are they who trust in God.
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Departing Clergy: I received the Parish records that we may steward our worship and pastoral services and our financial support. I now relinquish this sign of office.
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The parish register is given to Kevin Shea and Nancy McGorry.
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Congregation: It is a question of a fair balance between your present abundance and their need.
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Departing Clergy: I received notes for singing the service. I now relinquish this sign of office.
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The note is given to Paul Cienniwa, Bill Snyder, and Bobbie Steflik.
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Congregation: Come into His presence with song.
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Departing Clergy: I received keys that I may open the Church to all in need of solace, guidance, food and more. I now relinquish this sign of office.
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The keys are given to a representative of the parish, Mark Smith.
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Congregation: For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me, I was naked and you gave me clothing,
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The Congregation is invited to stand.
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Departing Clergy: It is time for me to go forth having restored to you the signs of office which you presented to me. I ask that you send me forth in your love.
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Congregation: May God’s blessings be with you as you go forth from us.
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Bishop’s Representative: For what we have shared together and for what we have shared with others:
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ALL: WE THANK YOU, LIVING GOD.
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Deacon: For the path that lies before us now, and our future in your hands.
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ALL: WE THANK YOU, LIVING GOD.
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Departing Clergy: O Christ, you are within each of us. It is not just the interior of the boundaries we have created or the church buildings we have erected, it is our own inner being you have renewed. We are your temple not made with hands. We are your body. If every wall should crumble, and every church decay, we are your habitation. Nearer are you than breathing, closer than hands and feet. Ours are the eyes with which you, on the mystery, look out with compassion on the world. Yet we bless you for our church, and for our time in relationship with one another. We thank you for your directing of us. Take us outside, O Christ, outside holiness, out to where soldiers curse and nations clash at the crossroads of the world. So shall then this diocese continue to be justified. We ask it for your own name’s sake. AMEN.
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Parting Blessing from the Bishop's Representative
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Bishop’s Representative:: Let us offer blessings to one another.
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Congregation to Priest: God’s blessing with you and your family --on your road, on your journey, guiding you, cherishing you.
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Priest to Congregation: The Son’s blessing be yours—wine and water, bread and stories, feeding you, challenging you.
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Congregation: the Spirit’s blessing be yours—wind and fire, joy and wisdom, comforting you, disturbing you.
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Priest: The Angel’s blessing be yours— in your homes, in your living, guiding you, encouraging you.
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Blessing from Mother Elizabeth
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“God of grace and God of glory”
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Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750)
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Announcements
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In response to questions, please know that Christ Church's worship continues strongly after July 31, as will pastoral care. Deacon Kay remains at Christ Church, and ordained clergy or licensed lay worship leaders will be covering the month of August. Your wardens will be in touch with more details of August and beyond.
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Save the Date -- Fall 2022 Rummage Sale: The rummage sale will be Friday, October 14th and Saturday October 15th with the bag sale Sunday, October 16th.
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The rummage will be brought upstairs on Sunday, October 9th. Setup will take place Monday - Thursday. Volunteers are needed to help bring rummage upstairs as well as set up throughout the week, even an hour or two would be a great help.
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Please contact Rick Pescatore at 315-559-6108 or see him at church.
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Bishop DeDe has asked Christ Church to be a Gathering Place for the
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Diocesan convention in November
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Only three other churches were asked to be a Gathering Place: Ss. Peter and John in Auburn; Zion in Rome; and Trinity in Watertown. Gathering Places will, for the near future, replace the convention being held in Syracuse each year.
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Bishop Dede wished to try a "regional" approach to the convention this year as not only a cost saving to the Diocese as well as to the Churches attending, but also
to have delegates experience the benefits of smaller gatherings. The Vestry enthusiastically accepted the Bishop's request. Details of our responsibilities as a Gathering Place in future editions of Heads Up. Way to go Christ Church!
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Open Position: Clerk of the Vestry
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Christ Church has been Nancy McGorry has served this church and the Vestry admirably as clerk of the Vestry. Accurate minutes and tracking of motions are important to our work. Nancy will be stepping down, and we are seeking someone as the new Clerk of the Vestry.
The main job is attending Vestry meetings and the annual meeting, keeping accurate minutes, sending these out for approval, and maintaining our Vestry notebooks. This is a volunteer position. If interested, please contact Kevin Shea or Mother Elizabeth.
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Katie's Closet
Men's clothes are desperately needed, especially slacks and jeans (used or new) and underwear and socks (new). Volunteers are also needed for a couple of hours a month. Thank you!
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Should you wish to assist people in Ukraine and Ukrainian refugees, here are two opportunities to consider:
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1) Episcopal Relief and Development has created a special fund and is working to get assistance in and to refugee communities. Your funds will be matched by the Diocese if you donate through them. https://cnyepiscopal.org. You can also write a check to Christ Church.
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2) Sacred Heart Ukrainian Catholic Church on 230 Ukrainian Hill Road in Johnson City is sending shipments directly to Europe to assist people.
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Christ Church Amazon: When you're shopping on Amazon, go to smile.amazon.com and list "Christ Church Binghamton" as your charity of choice. The Church will receive .5 % of your purchase! Over $600 has been given to Christ Church from your Amazon purchases since its program began. Thank you for designating Christ Church to receive these proceeds. Every little bit helps.
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Christ Church YouTube Link
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Restrictions for Indoor Worship Services
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Everyone will wear a mask when entering and exiting the sanctuary and when in line for communion. You may mask throughout the service and please return to distancing.
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No offering plate will be passed. Gifts will be collected online or in plates placed near the Church entrance.
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Parking in the Metro Center parking lot is available. Press the button and take a ticket to enter. Please leave the entry ticket in the car so that it is readily available when exiting. Ushers will provide a ticket which you will need to exit. Both tickets will be needed in order to exit.
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