We are a congregation of people who come from many different faith backgrounds but are united in our desire

to love
God with all of our heart, soul, mind, and strength. We strive to welcome everyone, and work to affirm the worth,
dignity, and gifts of every person as a beloved child of God.
If you are a visitor today, we are especially glad youre here! It is our hope that you will feel welcome here, and that
you will engage with the service to whatever degree you are comfortable. All of the hymns, prayers, responses and
other various directions are printed in this booklet, so you wont need to worry about finding elements of the service
in various books. Everything you need to participate is included in this booklet.
Children are absolutely welcome at St. Michaels. We are grateful for the spirit and joy of young people, and parents
neednt worry if a little one becomes restless during the service. There are accessible restrooms on this floor as well as
the lower level. Please know that the ushers are here to help if you happen to need anything.
The celebration of Holy Communion is the central focus of our worship practice, and we hope that you will
participate if you feel so inclined. At St. Michaels, we believe that the Eucharistic (literally thanksgiving) Table at
which we gather belongs to Jesus, not us; and it is he who invites you to the banquet. No one has too many doubts, or
too few beliefs. All who are drawn to Christ are welcome to receive the bread and the wine. If you prefer a blessing,
please indicate this by crossing your arms over your chest so that the clergy know of your preference.

The Feast of The Epiphany of our Lord Jesus Christ (alternatively, the Manifestation of Christ to the Gentiles) is a principal
feast of the Church that is observed in both the Eastern (Orthodox) and Western apostolic traditions (including the Roman
Catholic, Lutheran, and other mainline churches which observe a liturgical calendar year.) The Epiphany marks the end of the
season of Christmas, which occupies the twelve calendar days from the Feast of the Nativity onward. The thirteenth day after
the Nativity is January 6th, but we have moved the celebration of the Feast one day for this special occasion, with the Bishops
permission.
Epiphany is a Greek word meaning manifestation or appearing. At the Feast of the Epiphany we celebrate Jesus being
made manifest or appearing as Christ. Traditionally, there are several specific manifestation accounts in scripture which are
celebrated on this feast day. The most widely celebrated manifestation of Christ on this feast daythe one that has been
historically celebrated by Christian churches in the West, and the one we will observe todayis Jesus revealed as Christ to the
three wise sages from the East (or, Magi) who followed the Star of Bethlehem at Jesus birth.
Today, we will also witness the Ordination of a Deacon. Deacons are members of one of three distinct orders of ordained
ministry, along with bishops and presbyters (or priests). In the Episcopal Church a deacon exercises "a special ministry of
servanthood" directly under the deacon's bishop, serving all people and especially those in need (BCP, p. 543). This definition
reflects the practice of the early church, in which deacons were ordained "not to the priesthood but to the servanthood
[diakonia, ministry] of the bishop" (Hippolytus, Apostolic Tradition). In the ancient Greek-speaking world the term diakonos
meant an intermediary who acted or spoke for a superior.
Christian deacons were agents of the bishop, often with oversight of charity. Since ancient times the liturgical functions of
deacons have suggested the activity of angels. As they proclaim the gospel, lead intercessions, wait at the Eucharistic table, and
direct the order of the assembly, deacons act as sacred messengers, agents, and attendants. The revival of the order of deacons
in the twentieth century has emphasized social care and service. Many bishops in the Episcopal Church expect their deacons to
promote care of the needy outside the church.
In addition to those ordained deacon as a permanent vocation, there are also "transitional deacons" who are ordained deacon
as a preliminary step toward ordination as a priest. It is in this tradition that we celebrate a rite of ordination todayPauls
discerned calling is to the priesthood, and the transitional diaconate is one part of his preparation. God willing, he hopes to be
ordained as a priest later in 2017.

Please take a moment to silence handheld electronic devices.

Choral Introit
Stay with us, Lord Jesus, stay with us.
Stay with us, it soon is evening.
Stay with us, Lord Jesus, stay with us,
It soon is evening, and night is falling.

(Egil Hovland, 1923-2013)

Jesus Christ, the worlds true Light,
Shine so the darkness cannot overcome it!
Let your light pierce the darkness
And fill your Church with its glory.
- Luke 29:24 and Phos Hilaron, tr. Gracia Grindal

A moment of silence is kept. At the sound of the bell, please stand.

Hymn 35 Christ, mighty Savior, Light of all creation (Mighty Savior)

Opening Acclamation

The Collect for Purity

Bishop
People

Almighty God, to you all hearts are open, all desires known, and from you no secrets are hid:
Cleanse the thoughts of our hearts by the inspiration of your Holy Spirit, that we may perfectly love you,
and worthily magnify your holy Name; through Christ our Lord.
Amen.

Hymn 381 Thy strong word did cleave the darkness (Ton-y-Botel)

The Collect of the Day

Bishop
People
Bishop

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.
Let us pray: O God, by the leading of a star you manifested your only Son to the peoples of the earth: Lead us,
who know you now by faith, to your presence, where we may see your glory face to face; through Jesus Christ
our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

The people sit.

The First Lesson

Isaiah 60:1-6

Arise, shine; for your light has come, and the glory of the Lord has risen upon you. For darkness shall cover the
earth, and thick darkness the peoples; but the Lord will arise upon you, and his glory will appear over you.
Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your dawn. Lift up your eyes and look around;
they all gather together, they come to you; your sons shall come from far away, and your daughters shall be carried
on their nurses' arms. Then you shall see and be radiant; your heart shall thrill and rejoice, because the abundance
of the sea shall be brought to you, the wealth of the nations shall come to you. A multitude of camels shall cover
you, the young camels of Midian and Ephah; all those from Sheba shall come. They shall bring gold and
frankincense, and shall proclaim the praise of the Lord.
Reader
People

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The people stand.

Hymn 490 I want to walk as a child of the light (Houston)

The people sit.

The Epistle

Ephesians 3:1-12

This is the reason that I Paul am a prisoner for Christ Jesus for the sake of you Gentilesfor surely you have
already heard of the commission of God's grace that was given me for you, and how the mystery was made known
to me by revelation, as I wrote above in a few words, a reading of which will enable you to perceive my
understanding of the mystery of Christ. In former generations this mystery was not made known to humankind,
as it has now been revealed to his holy apostles and prophets by the Spirit: that is, the Gentiles have become fellow
heirs, members of the same body, and sharers in the promise in Christ Jesus through the gospel. Of this gospel I
have become a servant according to the gift of God's grace that was given me by the working of his power.
Although I am the very least of all the saints, this grace was given to me to bring to the Gentiles the news of the
boundless riches of Christ, and to make everyone see what is the plan of the mystery hidden for ages in God who
created all things; so that through the church the wisdom of God in its rich variety might now be made known to
the rulers and authorities in the heavenly places. This was in accordance with the eternal purpose that he has
carried out in Christ Jesus our Lord, in whom we have access to God in boldness and confidence through faith in
him.
Reader
People

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The people stand.

Hymn 439 What wondrous love is this, O my soul (Wondrous Love)

During the hymn, the Gospel procession forms at the altar, and proceeds to the center of the congregation. The people turn to face the
deacon and the Gospel book. The custom at the announcement of the gospel is to make a small sign of the cross with the thumb on
forehead, lips, and chest, signifying our intention to hold the Word of God in our minds, in our speaking, and in our hearts.

The Holy Gospel

Deacon
People
Deacon
People

Matthew 2:1-12

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.
The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Matthew.
Glory to you, Lord Christ.
In the time of King Herod, after Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea, wise men from the East came to
Jerusalem, asking, Where is the child who has been born king of the Jews? For we observed his star at its rising,
and have come to pay him homage. When King Herod heard this, he was frightened, and all Jerusalem with him;
and calling together all the chief priests and scribes of the people, he inquired of them where the Messiah was to
be born. They told him, In Bethlehem of Judea; for so it has been written by the prophet: And you, Bethlehem,
in the land of Judah, are by no means least among the rulers of Judah; for from you shall come a ruler who is to
shepherd my people Israel. Then Herod secretly called for the wise men and learned from them the exact time
when the star had appeared. Then he sent them to Bethlehem, saying, "Go and search diligently for the child; and
when you have found him, bring me word so that I may also go and pay him homage." When they had heard the
king, they set out; and there, ahead of them, went the star that they had seen at its rising, until it stopped over the
place where the child was. When they saw that the star had stopped, they were overwhelmed with joy. On
entering the house, they saw the child with Mary his mother; and they knelt down and paid him homage. Then,
opening their treasure chests, they offered him gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh. And having been warned in
a dream not to return to Herod, they left for their own country by another road.

Deacon
People

The Gospel of the Lord.

Praise to you, Lord Christ.

The people sit.

The Sermon

The Reverend Thaddeus A. Bennett

The Presentation
Presenters

Thomas, Bishop in the Church of God, on behalf of the clergy and people of the Episcopal Church in Vermont,
we present to you Paul Benjamin Moberly, to be ordained a transitional deacon in Christs holy catholic Church,
and continue his preparation for ordination as presbyter.

Bishop

Has he been selected in accordance with the canons of this Church? And do you believe his manner of life to be
suitable to the exercise of this ministry?

Presenters

We certify to you that he has satisfied the requirements of the canons, and we believe him qualified to this order.

Bishop

(Addressing the ordinand) Paul, will you be loyal to the doctrine, discipline, and worship of Christ as this church
has received them? And will you, in accordance with the canons of this Church, obey your bishop and other
ministers who may have authority over you and your work?

Ordinand

I am willing and ready to do so; and I solemnly declare that I do believe the Holy Scriptures of the Old and New
Testaments to be the Word of God and to contain all things necessary to salvation; and I do solemnly engage to
conform to the doctrine, discipline and worship of the Episcopal Church.

The ordinand signs the above Declaration in the sight of all present.
The people stand.
Bishop

Dear friends in Christ, you know the importance of this ministry, and the weight of your responsibility in
presenting Paul Moberly for ordination to the sacred order of deacons, as he continues his preparation for
ordination as a priest. Therefore, if any of you know any impediment or crime because of which we should not
proceed, come forward now and make it known.

If no objection is made, the bishop continues

Bishop
People

Is it your will that Paul be ordained a deacon?

It is.

Bishop
People

Will you uphold him in this ministry?

We will.

Bishop

In peace let us pray to the Lord.

The Litany for Ordinations

Leader
People

God the Father,

Have mercy on us.

Leader
People

God the Son,

Have mercy on us.

Leader
People

God the Holy Spirit,

Have mercy on us.

Leader
People

Holy Trinity, one God,

Have mercy on us.

Leader
People

We pray to you, Lord Christ.

Lord, hear our prayer.

Leader

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the Day of
your Coming,
we pray to you, O Lord,
Lord, hear our prayer.

People

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People
Leader

For all members of your Church in their vocation and ministry, that they may serve you in a true and godly life,
we pray to you, O Lord,
Lord, hear our prayer.
For Justin, Archbishop of Canterbury; for Michael, our Presiding Bishop; for Thomas, our Bishop; and for all
bishops, priests, and deacons, that they may be filled with your love, may hunger for truth, and may thirst after
righteousness,
we pray to you, O Lord,
Lord, hear our prayer.
For Paul, chosen deacon in your Church,
we pray to you, O Lord,
Lord, hear our prayer.
That he may faithfully fulfill the duties of this ministry, build up your Church, and glorify your Name,
we pray to you, O Lord,
Lord, hear our prayer.
That by the indwelling of the Holy Spirit he may be sustained and encouraged to persevere to the end,
we pray to you, O Lord,
Lord, hear our prayer.
That the members of his household, and his family, may be adorned with all Christian virtues,
we pray to you, O Lord,
Lord, hear our prayer.
For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease and that all may be one as you
and the Father are one,
we pray to you, O Lord,
Lord, hear our prayer.
For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth,
we pray to you, O Lord,
Lord, hear our prayer.
For those who do not yet believe, and for those who have lost their faith, that they may receive the light of the
Gospel,
we pray to you, O Lord,
Lord, hear our prayer.
For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples,
we pray to you, O Lord,
Lord, hear our prayer.
For those in positions of public trust, especially our president, Barack, and our president-elect,
Donald, that they may serve justice and promote the dignity and freedom of every person,
we pray to you, O Lord,
Lord, hear our prayer.
For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed
from poverty, famine, and disaster,
we pray to you, O Lord,
Lord, hear our prayer.
For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that
they may be relieved and protected,
we pray to you, O Lord,
Lord, hear our prayer.
For ourselves; for the forgiveness of our sins, and for the grace of the Holy Spirit to amend our lives,
we pray to you, O Lord,

People
Leader
People
Leader

Lord, hear our prayer.

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you
alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal,
we pray to you, O Lord,
Lord, hear our prayer.

People

Rejoicing in the fellowship of the ever-blessed Virgin Mary, blessed Paul, and all the saints, let us commend
ourselves, and one another, and all our life to Christ our God.
To you, O Lord our God.

Leader
People
Leader

Lord, have mercy.

Christ have mercy.
Lord, have mercy.

The Collect for Ordinations

Bishop
People
Bishop

People

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.
Let us pray. O God of unchangeable power and eternal light: Look favorably on your whole Church, that
wonderful and sacred mystery; by the effectual working of your providence, carry out in tranquility the plan of
salvation; let the whole world see and know that things which were cast down are being raised up, and things
which had grown old are being made new, and that all things are being brought to their perfection by him
through whom all things were made, your Son Jesus Christ our Lord; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity
of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.
Amen.

The Renewal of Baptismal Vows

Bishop

Dear friends in Christ, let us join with Paul in renewing our baptismal covenant.

Silence is kept.
Bishop
People

Do you reaffirm your renunciation of evil and renew your commitment to Jesus Christ?
I do.

Bishop
People

Do you believe in God the Father?

I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth.

Bishop
People

Do you believe in Jesus Christ, the Son of God?

I believe in Jesus Christ, Gods only Son, our Lord.
He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit
and born of the Virgin Mary.
He suffered under Pontius Pilate,
was crucified, died, and was buried.
He descended to the dead.
On the third day he rose again.
He ascended into heaven,
and is seated at the right hand of the Father.
He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

Bishop
People

Do you believe in God the Holy Spirit?

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

Bishop
People

Will you continue in the apostles teaching and fellowship, in the breaking of bread,
and in the prayers?
I will, with Gods help.

Bishop
People

Will you persevere in resisting evil, and, whenever you fall into sin, repent, and turn to the Lord?
I will, with Gods help.

Bishop
People

Will you proclaim by word and example the Good News of God in Christ?
I will, with Gods help.

Bishop
People

Will you seek and serve Christ in all persons, loving your neighbor as yourself?
I will, with Gods help.

Bishop
People

Will you strive for justice and peace among all people, and respect the dignity of every human being?
I will, with Gods help.

Bishop

May Almighty God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has given us a new birth by water and the Holy
Spirit, and bestowed upon us the forgiveness of sins, keep us in eternal life by his grace, in Christ Jesus our Lord.
Amen.

People

The Examination
All are seated except the ordinand, who stands before the Bishop. The Bishop addresses the ordinand as follows
Bishop

My brother, every Christian is called to follow Jesus Christ, serving God the Father, through the power of the
Holy Spirit. God calls you now to a special ministry of servanthood directly under your bishop. In the name of
Jesus Christ, you are to serve all people, particularly the poor, the weak, the sick, and the lonely.
As a deacon in the Church, you are to study the Holy Scriptures, to seek nourishment from them, and to model
your life upon them. You are to make Christ and his redemptive love known, by your word and example, to those
among whom you live, and work, and worship. You are to interpret to the Church the needs, concerns, and hopes
of the world. You are to assist the bishop and priests in public worship and in the ministration of Gods Word and
Sacraments, and you are to carry out other duties as assigned to you from time to time. At all times, your life and
teaching are to show Christs people that in serving the helpless they are serving Christ himself.

Answer

My brother, do you believe that you are truly called by God and his Church to this ministry to be a transitional
deacon, and to complete your preparation to be ordained a priest?
I believe I am so called.

Bishop
Answer

Do you now in the presence of the Church commit yourself to this trust and responsibility?
I do.

Bishop
Answer

Will you be guided by the pastoral direction and leadership of your bishop?
I will.

Bishop
Answer

Will you be faithful in prayer, and in the reading and study of the Holy Scriptures?
I will.

Bishop
Answer

Will you look for Christ in all others, being ready to help and serve those in need?
I will.

Bishop
Answer

Will you do your best to pattern your life and that of your household in accordance with the teachings of Christ,
so that you may be a wholesome example to all people?
I will.

Bishop
Answer

Will you in all things seek not your glory but the glory of the Lord Christ?
I will.

Bishop

May the Lord by his grace uphold you in the service he lays upon you.

The Consecration of a Deacon

All now stand except the ordinand, who kneels facing the bishop.
The following hymn is sung: please join in the repeated refrain as you are able, and the cantor will sing the verses over the refrain
Hymn 832 Veni Sancte Spiritus (Veni Sancte Spiritus, Jaques Berthier/Taize Community)

A period of silent prayer follows. The people remain standing

Bishop

O God, most merciful Father, we praise you for sending your Son Jesus Christ, who took on himself the form of a
servant, and humbled himself, becoming obedient even to death on the cross. We praise you have highly exalted
him, and made him Lord of all; and that, through, we know that whoever would be great must be servant of all.
We praise you for the many ministries in your Church, and for calling this your servant to the order of deacons.

Here the Bishop lays hands upon the head of the ordinand, and prays
Therefore, Father, through Jesus Christ your Son, give your Holy Spirit to Paul; fill him with grace and power,
and make him a deacon in your Church.

The Bishop then continues

Make him, O Lord, modest and humble, strong and constant, to observe the discipline of Christ. Let his life and
teaching so reflect your commandments, that through him many may come to know you and love you. As your
Son came not to be served but to serve, may this deacon share in Christs service, and come to the unending glory
of him who, with you and the Holy Spirit, lives and reigns, one God, for ever and ever.
The people in a loud voice respond

Amen.

The new deacon is then vested according to the order of deacons.

The Bishop gives a Bible to the newly ordained, saying
Receive this Bible as the sign of your authority to proclaim God Word and to assist the ministration of his holy
Sacraments.

The Peace
Bishop
People

The peace of the Lord be always with you.

And also with you.

The Bishop and the Clergy present now greet the newly ordained. The new Deacon then exchanges greetings with family members and
others, as may be convenient. The Clergy and People greet one another.

Choral Anthem

(Traditional, arr. Andr Thomas)

Walk in the light, beautiful light,

Come where the dew drops of mercy shine bright;
Shine all around us, by day and by night:
Jesus, the light of the world.

Hail the heavn-born Prince of Peace!

Jesus, the light of the world;
Christ, the everlasting Lord,
Jesus, the light of the world.

Hark! the herald angels sing,

Jesus, the light of the world;
Glory to the newborn king,
Jesus, the light of the world.

Walk in the light, beautiful light,

Come where the dew drops of mercy shine bright;
Shine all around us, by day and by night:
Jesus, the light of the world.
- George D. Elderkin, stanzas;
Charles Wesley (1707-1788), verses

The offering received in todays service will benefit the AIDS Project of Southern Vermont and the Brattleboro Loaves and Fishes
program. Once it is received, during the following hymn, representatives of the congregation bring the peoples offerings of bread and
wine, and money or other gifts, to the deacon at the table. The people stand and sing

Hymn 764

Taste and see, the goodness of the Lord (Taste and See)

Please remain standing.

The Great Thanksgiving

The bishop continues with Eucharistic Prayer D, as follows

It is truly right to glorify you, Father, and to give you thanks; for you alone are God, living and true, dwelling in light
inaccessible from before time and for ever.
Fountain of life and source of all goodness, you made all things and fill them with your blessing; you created them to rejoice in
the splendor of your radiance.
Countless throngs of angels stand before you to serve you night and day; and, beholding the glory of your presence, they offer
you unceasing praise. Joining with them, and giving voice to every creature under heaven, we acclaim you, and glorify your
Name, as we sing,

Sanctus and Benedictus

The people stand or kneel. The bishop continues

We acclaim you, holy Lord, glorious in power. Your mighty works reveal your wisdom and love. You formed us in your own
image, giving the whole world into our care, so that, in obedience to you, our Creator, we might rule and serve all your
creatures. When our disobedience took us far from you, you did not abandon us to the power of death. In your mercy you
came to our help, so that in seeking you we might find you. Again and again you called us into covenant with you, and
through the prophets you taught us to hope for salvation.
Father, you loved the world so much that in the fullness of time you sent your only Son to be our Savior. Incarnate by the
Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, he lived as one of us, yet without sin. To the poor he proclaimed the good news of
salvation; to prisoners, freedom; to the sorrowful, joy. To fulfill your purpose he gave himself up to death; and, rising from the
grave, destroyed death, and made the whole creation new.

And, that we might live no longer for ourselves, but for him who died and rose for us, he sent the Holy Spirit, his own first gift
for those who believe, to complete his work in the world, and to bring the fulfillment the sanctification of all.
When the hour had come for him to be glorified by you, his heavenly Father, having loved his own who were in the world, he
loved them to the end; at supper with them he 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 he 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.
Father, we now celebrate this memorial of our redemption. Recalling Christs death and his descent among the dead,
proclaiming his resurrection and ascension to your right hand, awaiting his coming in glory; and offering to you, from the gifts
you have given us, this bread and this cup, we praise you and we bless you.
People

We praise you, we bless you,

we give thanks to you,
and we pray to you, Lord our God.

Lord, we pray that in your goodness and mercy your Holy Spirit may descend upon us, and upon these gifts, sanctifying
them and showing them to be holy gifts for your holy people, the bread of life and the cup of salvation, the Body and Blood of
your Son Jesus Christ.
Grant that all who share this bread and cup may become one body and one spirit, a living sacrifice in Christ, to the praise of
your Name.
Remember, Lord, your one holy catholic and apostolic Church, redeemed by the blood of your Christ. Reveal its unity, guard
its faith, and preserve it in peace.
And grant that we may find our inheritance with the Blessed Virgin Mary, with patriarchs, matriarchs, prophets, apostles, and
martyrs, and all the saints who have found favor with you in ages past. We praise you in union with them and give you glory
through your Son Jesus Christ our Lord.
Through Christ, and with Christ, and in Christ, all honor and glory are yours, Almighty God and Father, in the unity of the
Holy Spirit

The Lords Prayer

Bishop

As our Savior Christ has taught us, we now pray,

All

Our 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 for ever. Amen.

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

Agnus Dei

The Invitation
Bishop

The Gifts of God for the People of God.

A word about Holy Communion:

At St. Michaels, we have discerned that the invitation of Christ to the Communion Table is an invitation of uncompromising
hospitality: All who are drawn to Christ are welcome to receive the bread and the wine here, including those who are baptized in
other denominations.
If you arent yet baptized, or would like to know more about following Jesus in the Episcopal tradition, please speak with one of the
clergy present here todaywed be delighted to begin a conversation with you about growing deeper in your faith.
The custom for receiving communion at St. Michaels is most commonly to receive the wafer in an open palm, and consume it
immediately. The common cup with wine will then be offered; merely guide the base of the chalice to your lips and receive. When the
ushers direct you, please proceed up the center aisle and stand as directed; return to your pew by the side aisles.
Gluten free wafers and grape juice are also availablejust let the vested altar server know.
If you are not receiving communion today, please feel free to come forward to receive a blessing. You may indicate your preference by
crossing your arms over your chest.
The choir will provide music during the distribution of Holy Communion.

The people stand to sing the post-communion hymn

Hymn 662 Abide with me, fast falls the eventide (Eventide)

Post-Communion Prayer
Bishop
People
Bishop
All

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.
Let us pray.
Almighty Father, we thank you for feeding us with the holy food of the Body and Blood of your Son, and
for uniting us through him in the fellowship of your Holy Spirit. We thank you for raising up among us
faithful servants for the ministry of your Word and Sacraments. We pray that Paul may be to us an
effective example in word and action, in love and patience, and in holiness of life. Grant that we, with him,
may serve you now, and always rejoice in your glory; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives
and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

The Episcopal Blessing

Hymn

Ye that know the Lord is gracious (Hyfrydol)

The Dismissal

Please join us for a festive reception immediately following the service, downstairs in the undercroft. Both stairs and an elevator are
available through the doors to the right and left of the altar, at the west end of the nave. The ushers will be glad to direct you.

Principle Celebrant
Deacon
Preacher
Musician
Lay Assistant
Thurifer
Crucifer
Torchbearers
Presenters

Vesters
Litanist
Cantor
Lector
The Parish Choir

with
and
Ushers
Element Bearers
Reception Organizers

The Right Reverend Thomas C. Ely, Tenth Bishop of Vermont

The Reverend J. Stannard Baker, The Cathedral Church of St. Paul, Burlington
The Reverend Thaddeus A. Bennett, Priest Associate, St. Michaels Episcopal Church
Ms. Susan Dedell, Director of Music, St. Michaels Episcopal Church
Ms. Sarah Benton
Mr. Greg Lesch
Mr. Jeff Hiam
Mr. Caleb Fritz
Ms. Clara Fritz
Ms. Susan Dedell
Mr. Craig Hammond
Ms. Annamarie Pluhar
The Reverend Mary D. Lindquist
The Reverend Thaddeus A. Bennett
The Reverend Lloyd A. Lewis, Jr., PhD
Ms. Bethany Kriger Thies
Mr. Gerardo D. Mazariegos
Ms. Elizabeth Vick
Ms. Jenn Karstad
Mr. Gerardo D. Mazariegos
Ms. Valerie Abrahamsen
Ms. Becky Anderson
Ms. Carol Beninati
Mr. Thomas Cain
Ms. Pam Carr
Ms. Jodi Clark
Ms. Janet Cramer
Mr. Paul Dedell
Ms. Julia Fedoruk
Ms. Karen Guthrie
Mr. Craig Hammond
Ms. Judy Hueber
Ms. Jenn Karstad
Mr. Bruce Landenberger
Mr. Martin Leggott
Ms. Deborah Leggott
Ms. Margit Lilly
Ms. Margery McCrum
Mr. George Moore
Mr. Jared Rediske
Ms. Teri Robinson
Ms. Carolyn Taylor-Olson
Mr. Christopher Wesolowski
Ms. Elizabeth Wohl
Ms. Rosie Wojcik
Mr. Matt Wojcik
Ms. Mary Alice Amidon
Mr. Peter Amidon
Ms. Betsy Bates
Ms. Darcey Mercier
Mr. Ken Jacobs
Ms. Nancy Barber
Ms. Deborah Jones
Ms. Lucia Osiecki
Ms. Elizabeth Vick