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Second Reading BCP 232

Romans 11:1-2a, 29-32

Collect for the Day

An Open-hearted, Open-minded Parish of the Diocese of East Carolina

All Saints Episcopal Church

A ugust 14, 2011

Almighty God, you have given your only Son to be for us a sacrifice for sin, and also an example of godly life: Give us grace to receive thankfully the fruits of his redeeming work, and to follow daily in the blessed steps of his most holy life; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

The Ninth Sunday after Pentecost

H OLY EUCH ARIST 8:30 and 10:30 a.m .

The Lessons First Reading

The people sit

I ask, then, has God rejected his people? By no means! I myself am an Israelite, a descendant of Abraham, a member of the tribe of Benjamin. God has not rejected his people whom he foreknew. For the gifts and the calling of God are irrevocable. Just as you were once disobedient to God but have now received mercy because of their disobedience, so they have now been disobedient in order that, by the mercy shown to you, they too may now receive mercy. For God has imprisoned all in disobedience so that he may be merciful to all. The Word of the Lord. People Thanks be to God.

Genesis 45:1-15

Sequence Hymn

Laudate Dominum

Jacques Berthier

The Reverend Thom as E. W ilson, Preacher and Celebrant Steve Blackstock, Organist and Choirm aster

It is customary for the congregation to prepare for the service in quiet and prayer. The Lord is in the temple. Let all the earth keep silence. [Hab. 2:20]
[S numbered pages are found in the front of the Hymnal.]

Flow ers today are given by John and Jessica Lenhart to the Glory of God and in thanksgiving for and in loving m em ory of Elizabeth Redd Lenhart.

THE W ORD OF GOD

Prelude Announcements Opening Acclamation Processional Hymn

O Christ, the Healer

BCP 355
Kedron

Joseph could no longer control himself before all those who stood by him, and he cried out, "Send everyone away from me." So no one stayed with him when Joseph made himself known to his brothers. And he wept so loudly that the Egyptians heard it, and the household of Pharaoh heard it. Joseph said to his brothers, "I am Joseph. Is my father still alive?" But his brothers could not answer him, so dismayed were they at his presence. Then Joseph said to his brothers, "Come closer to me." And they came closer. He said, "I am your brother, Joseph, whom you sold into Egypt. And now do not be distressed, or angry with yourselves, because you sold me here; for God sent me before you to preserve life. For the famine has been in the land these two years; and there are five more years in which there will be neither plowing nor harvest. God sent me before you to preserve for you a remnant on earth, and to keep alive for you many survivors. So it was not you who sent me here, but God; he has made me a father to Pharaoh, and lord of all his house and ruler over all the land of Egypt. Hurry and go up to my father and say to him, `Thus says your son Joseph, God has made me lord of all Egypt; come down to me, do not delay. You shall settle in the land of Goshen, and you shall be near me, you and your children and your children's children, as well as your flocks, your herds, and all that you have. I will provide for you there-- since there are five more years of famine to come-- so that you and your household, and all that you have, will not come to poverty.' And now your eyes and the eyes of my brother Benjamin see that it is my own mouth that speaks to you. You must tell my father how greatly I am honored in Egypt, and all that you have seen. Hurry and bring my father down here." Then he fell upon his brother Benjamin's neck and wept, while Benjamin wept upon his neck. And he kissed all his brothers and wept upon them; and after that his brothers talked with him. The Word of the Lord. People Thanks be to God.

The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Matthew.

Glory to you, Lord Christ.

The H oly Gospel

Matthew 15: 21-28
Jesus left Gennesaret and went away to the district of Tyre and Sidon. Just then a Canaanite woman from that region came out and started shouting, "Have mercy on me, Lord, Son of David; my daughter is tormented by a demon." But he did not answer her at all. And his disciples came and urged him, saying, "Send her away, for she keeps shouting after us." He answered, "I was sent only to the lost sheep of the house of Israel." But she came and knelt before him, saying, "Lord, help me." He answered, "It is not fair to take the children's food and throw it to the dogs." She said, "Yes, Lord, yet even the dogs eat the crumbs that fall from their masters' table." Then Jesus answered her, "Woman, great is your faith! Let it be done for you as you wish." And her daughter was healed instantly. The Gospel of the Lord. People Praise to you, Lord Christ.

Psalm 133

1 Oh, how good and pleasant it is, * when brethren live together in unity! 2 It is like fine oil upon the head * that runs down upon the beard, 3 Upon the beard of Aaron, * and runs down upon the collar of his robe. 4 It is like the dew of Hermon * that falls upon the hills of Zion. 5 For there the LORD has ordained the blessing: * life for evermore. 2

Sequence Hymn The Sermon Nicene Creed Prayers of the People Concluding Collect:

Laudate Dominum

Jacques Berthier

BCP 358 Form VI BCP 392

Gracious God we thank you for all the blessings of this life. Hear our intercessions and grant them as may be best for us and for those we love, and we ask you to open the ears of our hearts and imaginations that we might hear what you call us to do in service to you 3

and the youth of this church and community. They are the living outward and visible signs of our hope and, we pray, show us the way that we might nourish their faith and families for their continual formation in your service. As you give us the call so we pray that you give us the strength through the Holy Spirit to follow where you lead us, in Jesus name we pray. Amen.

H ealing Team s will be present at services today.

The Peace

All Saints welcomes all who visit with us today. Please sign the Guest Register, leaving your name and address.

The H oly Com m union

Offertory Eucharistic Prayer A Sanctus
You are invited to stand, sit, or kneel as you are able. The Great Thanksgiving

BCP 361 S-128

We are a diverse and inclusive congregation representing the young and not so young, students, retirees and workers in and out of the home, and singles of all descriptions. Some of us have worshipped in the Episcopal Church all our lives. Some of us have come following Gods call to journey to a new place. As we celebrate Gods presence at the Table, on the Outer Banks and Currituck County, and in the World, we do so reflecting on the wholeness of Gods creation in our language, worship, prayers, and music. We believe we offer an exciting cross-generational worshipping community, and we thank you for celebrating with us today.

All Saints Episcopal Church 40 Pintail Trail Southern Shores, NC 27949 Phone 252-261-6674 Fax 252-261-1754 Office hours: Monday Thursday, 8:00AM 4:00 PM E-mail address: allsaints@allsaints-eastcarolina.org Webpage: www.allsaints-eastcarolina.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/AllSaintsEpiscopalChurch Presiding Bishop - The Most Reverend Katharine Jefferts Schori Bishop of East Carolina - The Right Reverend Clifton Daniel, 3rd Rector - The Reverend Thomas E. Wilson Pastoral Associates - The Reverend Edwin L. Bishop; The Reverend Robert E. Morisseau ___________________________________________ Bob Strickland, Verger Steve Blackstock, Organist and Music Director Judy Mumma, Administrative Assistant Roseanna Heller, Nursery Coordinator Vestry Class of 2012 Stephanie Baker Charles Coppage Bob Edwards, Junior Warden

Lords Prayer

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We provide personal listening systems for use in the service for those who have a hearing loss. They are located in the hallway, to the left as you enter. The greeters and ushers will assist you with them. Nursery Care is provided for children two years and under. Remember that each Sunday is Food Pantry Sunday. Please continue to leave canned food and other non-perishables in the large food basket in the Narthex. MONDAYS: TUESDAYS: Prayer Shawl Ministry 7:00 PM Cursillo Reunion Groups 8:00 AM Mens Group and Womens Group meet Separately Prayer Shawl Ministry 10:00 AM Weekday Eucharist 6:00 PM
Class of 2011 Jennifer Bortnick John Fricker Maureen McGrath, Senior Warden Kay OBrien, Clerk

Class of 2013 Brewster Brown Julie Hamilton Jim MacDonald

Deb MacDonald, Treasurer

Paula Myatt, Assistant Treasurer

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Altar Guild: Beth Secules Flower Guild: Julie Hamilton, Paula Myatt Building/Facility Planning: Bob Edwards, Tess Judge Servant Ministry: Sandy Feyrer Worship: Bill and Sylvia Wadsworth Hospitality: Paula Myatt Parish Life: John and Jessica Lenhart Finance: Tess Judge Buildings: Bob Edwards Gifts and Memorials: Helen vanLaer Grounds: Stewardship: John Tucker Communications: David and Sandy Briggman Acolyte Master: Pastoral Care: Tom Secules Ushers: Jack Myers Peace and Justice Ministry: Daughters of the King: Janet Harden GIFT: Carole Kimmel & Sylvia Wadsworth Spirituality & Adult Education: Kaye White Greeters: Pat Wilson Healing Team: Father Ted & Joan Bishop J2A Fundraising: Brewster Brown, Rob Holmes Solo Flight: Jim Goes, Pat Kinney Church Office Volunteers: Phyllis Porcher
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THURSDAYS:

Those Who Serve

Altar Guild: JoAnn Small, Carole Kimmel, Lilias Morrison, Sally Myers Flower Guild: Ruthie Charlton, Lilias Morrison Counters: Julie Hamilton, Deb MacDonald

Fraction Anthem

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Attendance August 7 8:30 service 48 10:30 service 114
Treasurers Report 2011 Operating Fund Total Amount Pledged: $328,145. 2011 Mortgage Reduction Fund Total Amount Pledged: $2,146. Income through August 7, 2011 Operating Fund Week: *Year-to-Date: Actual Income $ 5,625 $208,162 $$ 1,036 Pledged $6,310 $201,935 $41 $1,321 % 89% 103% 0% 78%

This is the Lords Table. Anyone seeking God is welcome to receive the Holy Communion. If you do not wish to receive, come forward and cross your arms across your chest and you will receive a blessing.

Vestry Person of the Day: Julie Hamilton

8:30 a.m.
Greeter: Paula Mohr LEM: Lucille Levan

Coffee Hour: Bobbie Perry and JoAnn Small Usher: Andy Mohr First Lesson /POP: Bill Wadsworth

Communion Hymn 538 Post Communion Prayer The Blessing Recessional Hymn 544 The Dismissal Postlude

God of Mercy, God of Grace

Lucerna Laudoniae

BCP 365

Jesus Shall Reign

Duke Street

Mortgage Reduction Fund Week: *Year-to-Date: *Includes prepaid pledges Mortgage Balance: $984,575.

10:30 a.m. Coffee Hour: Pat Kinney, Rosemary Rosenburg, and Nancy Burnett Greeters: Arlene Price and David Myatt Ushers: John Gualtieri and Maureen McGrath First Lesson: Lilias Morrison Second Lesson: Maureen McGrath LEM: Joe and Mary Lou Beckett POP: Carole Kimmel Crucifer: Kendyl Cosgrove Torch Bearers: Jack Power and Miles Kasten

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Adult education, Sundays 9:30AM

This week, Joseph and His Brothers Reconciliation next week, August 21, Birth of Moses

Come sing a song, hear a Bible Story, paint a square for our quilt, and make new friends! Call Stef @ 261-3339 for more info.

Today your prayers are requested for our companions in ministry: For Katharine our Presiding Bishop; Rowan in Canterbury; Benedict in Rome; Emmanuel in Rwanda; Douglas in New South Wales, Australia; Grace Church in Plymouth; Interfaith Refugee Ministry; Juan and Gustavo at San Bartolome in San Cristobal, Dominican Republic; Hilary in Mexico; Leonard, Bishop of the Evangelical Lutheran Synod of North Carolina; Keith and the lay people of Emmanuel Lutheran; and Bob, Ted, Tom and all who minister in this church.

Coffee & Conversation - Saturdays, 8:30 - 10:30 AM Nags Head Front Porch Caf, milepost 10.5, Food Lion Plaza. Chill, chat, be groovy. All are invited!

ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR AUGUST 14 AUGUST 20

ALL SAINTS SUMMER MUSICAL AND PERFORMANCE SERIES CONCLUDES THIS WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 17TH, WITH A PIANO AND ORGAN CONCERT FEATURING OUR OWN STEVE BLACKSTOCK JOINED BY JASON EVANS, MUSIC DIRECTOR AT OUTER BANKS PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH. PLEASE PLAN TO JOIN US AT 7:30pm FOR AN EVENING OF BEAUTIFUL MUSIC!

You are cordially invited to attend All Saints monthly prayer breakfast on Wednesday, August 17th at 8:30 AM in the kitchen. The following readings for Sunday, August 21st will be explored. Please plan to join us for good food, good fellowship, and a stimulating discussion. Exodus 1:8-2:10 Romans 12:1-8 Matthew 16:13-20

THE LOBSTERS ARE COMING!!!!! LOBSTER FEST VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR THIS FUN EVENT! Organizational meeting August 18, 7PM at All Saints We will be having the first meeting to prepare for Lobster Fest 2011 on Thursday August 18, at 7:00 PM at the church. We hope you will come out and join the committee to prepare for this event. We have great fun and would love to have your help to assist in making this annual event at All Saints even better!

Special THANKS to the following individuals who will volunteer in the church office during the upcoming week: Monday: Tom OBrien Tuesday: Margie Hardman Wednesday: Liesel Witzel Thursday: John Fricker Help is always needed in the Nursery! Please sign up in the Narthex.

Beach Food Pantry All Saints has Food Pantry duty on September 1st and 2nd. If you can volunteer, a sign-up sheet is in the Narthex. If you have any questions, please call Ed or Carol Cowell at 261-2619.

KIDS CHURCH Every Sunday @ 10:30 All Ages Welcome!