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Evensong2 November 2017

5:15 p.m.

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EvensongCommemoration of All Faithful Departed • 2 November 2017 • 5:15 pm

Welcome to Grace Cathedral. Choral Evensong marks the end of the working day and prepares for the approaching night. The roots of this service come out of ancient monastic traditions of Christian prayer. Thomas Cranmer, Archbishop of Canterbury in the 16th century, created this form as part of the simplification of services within the newly-reformed Church of England. The Episcopal Church, as part of the worldwide Anglican Communion, has inherited this pattern of evening prayer.

In this service we are invited to reflect on the business of the past day, to pray for the world and for ourselves, and to commend all into God’s hands as words of Holy Scripture are said and sung. The beauty of the music is offered to help us set our lives in the light of eternity; the same light which dwelt among us in Jesus, and which now illuminates us by the Spirit. May this service be a blessing to you.

Voluntary Requiem Eternam Louis Vierne

The people stand as the procession enters.

The Invitatory and PsalterOpening Sentence

Preces Bernard Rose

Officiant O Lord, open thou our lips. Choir And our mouth shall shew forth thy praise. O God, make speed to save us. O Lord, make haste to help us. 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. A men. Praise ye the Lord. The Lord’s name be praised.Hymn 253 Sung by all. San Rocco

text: Isaac Watts (1674-1748), alt.; music: Derek Williams (1945-2006)

Psalm 149 Sung by the choir, the people sit. Charles Villiers Stanford  (BCP, p. 807)

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Psalm 134, 135 Sung by the choir. The people sit. chant: mode 1, 7 (BCP, p. 787)

The LessonsDaniel 2:1-23 The Magnificat The people stand. Randal Giles

Magnificat and Nunc Dimittis

Choir My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord, my spirit rejoices in God my Savior; for he has looked with favor on his lowly servant From this day all generations will call me blessed: the Almighty has done great things for me, and holy is his Name. He has mercy on those who fear him in every generation. He has shown the strength of his arm, he has scattered the proud in their conceit. He has cast down the mighty from their thrones, and has lifted up the lowly. He has filled the hungry with good things, and the rich he has sent away empty. He has come to the help of his servant Israel, for he has remembered his promise of mercy, The promise he made to our fathers, to Abraham and his children for ever. Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen. – Luke 1:45–55

Luke 10:1-20 The people sit.

The Nunc Dimittis The people stand. Giles

Choir Lord, you now have set your servant free to go in peace as you have promised; For these eyes of mine have seen the Savior, whom you have prepared for all the world to see: A Light to enlighten the nations, and the glory of your people Israel. Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen. – Luke 2:29–32

The Apostles’ Creed Sung on a monotone.

All I believe in God, the Father almighty, maker of heaven and earth;

And in Jesus Christ his only Son our Lord; who was conceived by the Holy Ghost, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried. He descended into hell. The third day he rose again from the dead.

He ascended into heaven, and sitteth on the right hand of God the Father almighty. From thence he shall come to judge the quick and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Ghost, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.

The ReadingsJeremiah 31:7-9

The Magnificat The people stand. George Dyson Magnificat and Nunc Dimittis in F

Choir My soul doth magnify the Lord, and my spirit hath rejoiced in God my Saviour. For he hath regarded the lowliness of his handmaiden. For behold, from henceforth all generations shall call me blessed. For he that is mighty hath magnified me, and holy is his Name. And his mercy is on them that fear him throughout all generations. He hath showed strength with his arm; he hath scattered the proud in the imagination of their hearts. He hath put down the mighty from their seat, and hath exalted the humble and meek. He hath filled the hungry with good things, and the rich he hath sent empty away. He remembering his mercy hath holpen his servant Israel, as he promised to our forefathers, Abraham and his seed for ever. 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. – Luke 1: 45–55

Mark 10:46-52 The people sit.

The Nunc Dimittis The people stand. Dyson

Choir Lord, now lettest thou thy servant depart in peace, according to thy word; For mine eyes have seen thy salvation, which thou hast prepared before the face of all people, To be a light to lighten the Gentiles, and to be the glory of thy people Israel. 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. – Luke 2: 29–32

Homily The people sit. The Rev. Mary Carter Greene Director of Children, Youth and Family Ministry

The Apostles’ Creed Sung by all on a monotone, standing.

All I believe in God, the Father almighty, maker of heaven and earth; And in Jesus Christ his only Son our Lord; who was conceived by the Holy Ghost, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried. He descended into hell. The third day he rose again from the dead. He ascended into heaven, and sitteth on the right hand of God the Father almighty. From thence he shall come to judge the quick and the dead. I believe in the Holy Ghost, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.

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The Prayers Rose

Officiant The Lord be with you. Choir And with thy spirit.

Let us pray. The people may kneel.

Lord have mercy upon us. Christ have mercy upon us. Lord have mercy upon us.

The Lord’s Prayer Rose

Choir Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name,

Thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen.

The Suffrages Rose

Officiant O Lord, show thy mercy upon us. Choir And grant us thy salvation. O Lord, save this land. And mercifully hear us when we call upon thee. Endue thy ministers with righteousness. And make thy chosen people joyful. O Lord, save thy people. And bless thine inheritance. Give peace in our time, O Lord. Because there is none other that fighteth for us, but only thou, O God. O God, make clean our hearts within us. And take not thy Holy Spirit from us.The Collects Sung by officiant.

Anthem Edgar Bainton

Choir And I saw a new heaven and a new earth: For the first heaven and the first earth were passed away; and there was no more sea. And I, John, saw the holy city, new Jerusalem, coming down from God out of heaven, prepared as a bride adorned for her husband. And I heard a great voice out of heaven, saying, Behold, the tabernacle of God is with men, and he will dwell with them and they shall be his people, and God himself shall be with them and be their God. And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain, for the former things are passed away.

- Revelation 21:1-4

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Closing Prayers The people may kneel.

Hymn 287 Sung by all, standing as an offering is received. Sine Nomine

text: William Walsham How (1823-1897); music: Ralph Vaughan Williams (1872-1958)

Retiring Procession Psalm 150 George S Talbot

Voluntary Prelude on "Sine Nomine" Leo Sowerby

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The Readings

Jeremiah 31:7-9

Thus says the Lord: Sing aloud with gladness for Jacob, and raise shouts for the chief of

the nations; proclaim, give praise, and say, “Save, O Lord, your people, the remnant of Israel.” See, I am going to bring them from the land of the north, and gather them from the farthest parts of the earth, among them the blind and the lame, those with child and those in labor, together; a great company, they shall return here. With weeping they shall come, and with consolations I will lead them back, I will let them walk by brooks of water, in a straight path in which they shall not stumble; for I have become a father to Israel, and Ephraim is my firstborn.

Mark 10:46-52

Jesus and his disciples came to Jericho. As he and his disciples and a large crowd were

leaving Jericho, Bartimaeus son of Timaeus, a

blind beggar, was sitting by the roadside. When he heard that it was Jesus of Nazareth, he began to shout out and say, “Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!” Many sternly ordered him to be quiet, but he cried out even more loudly, “Son of David, have mercy on me!”

Jesus stood still and said, “Call him here.” And they called the blind man, saying to

him, “Take heart; get up, he is calling you.” So throwing off his cloak, he sprang up and came to Jesus. Then Jesus said to him, “What do you want me to do for you?” The blind man said to him, “My teacher, let me see again.” Jesus said to him, “Go; your faith has made you well.” Immediately he regained his sight and followed him on the way.

Serving the Assembly:

Officiant Choir MemberHomilist The Rev. Mary Carter Greene, Director of Children, Youth and Family Ministry

Musicians The Cathedral Choir of Men and Boys Benjamin Bachmann, The Diana Dollar Knowles Canon Director of Music

David Hatt, Organist

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‘Give us the wings of faith’ (Hymn EH1982-253): ; music: © 1968, Derek Williams; ‘For all the saints’ (Hymn EH1982-287): words: by permission of Oxford University Press; music: by permission of Oxford University Press; Used by permission; music copyrighted by the Church Pension Fund; All Rights Reserved. Readings taken from The New Revised Standard Version of the Bible © 1989 by The Division of Christian Education of The National Council of Churches of Christ in the U.S.A., used by permission

Being a DiscipleThursday, November 2 and November 9 6:15 - 8 p.m. • Chapter Room

This series on discipleship led by the Rev. Dr. Ellen Clark-King, the Rev. Canon

Mark Stanger and Carol James will delve into practices which strengthen our life together as disciples. RSVP to carolj@gracecathedral.org.

don’t be ghoulish!

spiritual life

Audition for the Cathedral CamerataThe Cathedral Camerata, a mixed-voice ensemble that sings a diverse repertoire of choral literature, is looking for passionate singers, male and female, in all voice parts

(especially soprano) to join its ranks. To schedule an audition, email Gabriel Fanelli at gabrielf@gracecathedral.org.

stewardship 2018 “The Gift of Grace”

Stewardship is a part of how we open our spiritual home to San Francisco and the world. Every pledge the cathedral receives — no matter its size — is cherished. For every pledge received, we are adding a heart to the blue backdrop behind the statue of

St. Francis in the nave to show the congregation’s love for the cathedral and welcome everyone to be a part of our community. Ingathering —the annual, celebratory tradition during which members of the congregation submit their pledges — is just three weeks away on November 19. Help us reach our goal of 500 hearts by bringing your pledge to Ingathering on Sunday, November 19 or at gracecathedral.org/pledge.

those we love and see no longer

music, art, ideas

Choral Requiem for All SoulsSunday, November 12 • 11 a.m. Eucharist • Cathedral

We remember those who have died with a service featuring Mozart’s Requiem sung by our Choir of Men and Boys with

orchestra. To make a donation and include your memorial names in the Requiem service leaflet and on our website, please visit gracecathedral.org/requiem by Friday, November 3. For questions, contact Katherine Thompson, Canon Director of Development, at (415) 749-6313 or katherinet@gracecathedral.org.

Reformation 500th CommemorationSunday, October 29 • Prelude 2:30 p.m., Service 3 p.m. Cathedral

Immerse yourself in a dynamic exploration of the Reformation with music, Festival

Eucharist liturgy and a social justice event hosted by Reformation 500. Performances include the Pacific Choir with orchestra, Mass Choir, Tactus Renaissance Choir and Coelis Women’s Ensemble. Bishop Victoria Cortez of Nicaragua will be preaching and Bishop Mark Holmerud will be presiding. Reception to follow.

Organ Recital Series — Tom MuellerSunday, November 5 • 4 p.m. • Cathedral

Our organ recital series features some of the finest organists playing one of America’s great organs. Our organist today is Assistant

Professor of Church Music at Concordia University, Tom Mueller. Suggested donation $10.

The Forum with Matthew ShilvockSunday, November 5 • 9:30 a.m. • Gresham Hall

Matthew Shilvock, General Director of the San Francisco Opera, has devoted his career to executive management in the performing

arts. He joins the Very Rev. Dr. Alan Jones, Dean Emeritus of Grace Cathedral, for a conversation about art, locally and politically.

AIDS Memorial Quilt ExhibitSunday, October 15 - Sunday, December 3

For the 30th anniversary of the NAMES Project, panels of the quilt are on display in

the cathedral, and will be celebrated in a special evening event on World AIDS Day, December 1.

New 4:30 Sunday Book StudySundays, November 5, 12 and 19 • 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. Chapter Room

Join our discussion of heaven, hell and everything in between with The Great

Divorce by C.S. Lewis. Read the preface and first six chapters for the first meeting. For more information, email lnstrinc@yahoo.com.

39th Annual Service of RemembranceSunday, November 12 • 3 p.m. • Cathedral

This annual ceremony, hosted by the Royal British Legion in partnership with the British Benevolent Society, commemorates all who

have lost their lives in armed conflict. The service includes the deeply moving cascade of thousands of poppy petals onto the altar as Amazing Grace is played on the bagpipes. Note: This service will replace the usual Sunday Evensong.

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Requiem EucharistThursday, November 16 • 12:10 p.m. • Columbarium

We hold a quarterly requiem to remember those whose ashes rest in our columbarium, the Chapel of St. Francis. The columbarium will be

open for visitation from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Spooktacular Silent Film Screening - Get your tickets now!Friday, November 3 • 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. • Cathedral

Once a year, Grace Cathedral transforms into a grand movie palace for special screenings of a silent horror classic with thrilling accompaniment by virtuoso

organist Dorothy Papadakos. This year, we’re screening Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, a tale of a mild-mannered doctor who undergoes a monstrous transformation. It’s scary fun that’s appropriate for all ages, and we’re delighted to offer child, student and senior discounts. Tickets $10-20 at eventbrite.com.

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Listen to sermons and services online The 11 a.m. Sunday Eucharist and 5:15 p.m. Thursday Evensong are posted on our website for a week after each service. Subscribe to the sermons through iTunes or listen: gracecathedral.org/listen

Prayer RequestsTo request prayers of thanksgiving or intercession, email prayer@gracecathedral.org. Every day, our prayer team tends to the concerns of the community and remembers those who have died.

Cathedral Clergy and Program Staff The Rt. Rev. Marc Handley Andrus, Bishop, Diocese of California • bishopmarc@diocal.org • (415) 673-0606 The Very Rev. Dr. Malcolm Clemens Young, Dean • dean@gracecathedral.org • (415) 749-6321 The Rev. Dr. Ellen Clark-King, Executive Pastor, Canon for Social Justice • ellenc@gracecathedral.org • (415) 749-6319 The Rev. Mark E. Stanger, Canon for Formation • marks@gracecathedral.org • (415) 374-0869 The Rev. Mary Carter Greene, Director of Children, Youth and Family Ministry • maryg@gracecathedral.org • (415) 749-6369 The Rev. Jude Harmon, Director of Innovative Ministries • judeh@gracecathedral.org • (415) 749-6314 The Rev. Canon Nina Pickerrell, Cathedral Deacon • ninap@gracecathedral.org • (415) 749-6391 Benjamin Bachmann, Diana Dollar Knowles Canon Director of Music • benb@gracecathedral.org • (415) 749-6334 Jeffrey Hookom, Canon Precentor • jeffreyh@gracecathedral.org • (415) 749-6393 The Very Rev. Dr. Alan Jones, Dean Emeritus

Regarding the Cathedral Congregation • congregation@gracecathedral.org

General Information • (415) 749-6300 • info@gracecathedral.org • gracecathedral.org 1100 California Street, San Francisco, CA 94108

Grace Cathedral is an Episcopal Church, a member of the worldwide Anglican Communion.

cathedral worshipSundaysNursery 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. Eucharist 8:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:45 a.m. Choral Eucharist 11 a.m. Evensong    3 p.m. Evening Eucharist 6 p.m.

Monday – FridayMorning Prayer 9 a.m. Holy Eucharist 12:10 p.m. Evening Prayer 5:15 p.m. Tuesdays Yoga 6:15 p.m. Wednesdays The Vine 6:30 p.m. Contemporary Worship

Thursdays Holy Eucharist 7:30 a.m. Choral Evensong 5:15 p.m.

SaturdaysMorning Prayer 9 a.m.

The ForumThe Forum is a series of stimulating conversations about the issues of our day. Events take place at Gresham Hall on Sundays at 9:30 a.m. unless otherwise noted. For more information on upcoming guests and past visitors, visit gracecathedral.org/forum.

October 29: Joyce Maynard, novelist and reporter, tells the story of discovering strength in the midst of great loss. November 5: Matthew Shilvock, General Director of the San Francisco Opera, joins our dean emeritus Alan Jones for a conversation about art, locally and politically. November 12: Peter Coyote, distinguished actor and Zen Buddhist, on the spiritual quest and power of art.

November 19: Dawn Porter, documentary filmmaker, discusses her most recent film about abortion rights featuring Dr. Willie Parker (who will be speaking at Calvary Presbyterian church on Wednesday, November 15 at 7 p.m.).

when we’re openCathedral: Open daily 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. (Thursday open 7 a.m.). Peet’s Coffee Kiosk: Monday – Friday 7:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. • Saturday – Sunday 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. Columbarium: Sunday 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. Docents generally available: Monday - Thursday 1 – 3 p.m. • Saturday 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Sunday after the 11 a.m. service (meet at the font).

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