Taizé at All Saints


Everyone who
believes that Jesus is the Christ is a Everyone who child of God.
1 John 5:1


 

 

 

 



When
all are gathered
and quiet,
the following is
sung as candles
are lighted.

 

 


We observe
a few
minutes
of
silence
to recollect
God's
presence
invisible
surrounding
us,
before we
sing:

 

With the
knowledge that
for thousands
of years the
people of God
have used the
Psalms to
express their
waiting on God,
all join in singing
the following:

 


 

 

 

 

We keep
silence;
then all sing:

 

 

Silence is kept
for a while.

 

 

 

 

The following
is sung,
interspersed
with intercessory
biddings led by
the cantor.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Then all sing
together:

 


Silence is
kept for
a while;
then all sing:

 



 

Silence is
kept for
a while;
then all sing:



Following the
Nunc
dimittis,
Please
remain silent.
The church
will remain
open for
those wishing
to observe a
time of
meditation.

A Service in the Style of Taizé
The worship tradition represented in this evening's service began many years ago in the ecumenical French monastic community called Taizé. It is a quiet service of meditation, reflection, readings and music. The experience finds its true meaning in the active participation of all assembled by focusing and deepening our faith trough the power of prayer. Therefore, everyone is encouraged to participate as the Spirit moves them, whether that be in song, prayer, or quiet meditation. Much of our modern personal need is for entertainment. We have "busy" souls. The liturgy that has been developed around the Taizé community is primarily for the worship of God, but it is also meant to quiet the soul. The quietness does not happen at once, but gradually during the worship. There is repetition in thew words of the music, there are many periods of silence, and the readings are read slowly - all so that we may have a deep quiet grow in our hearts. Then we may be still and be at peace in the presence of God.

(all sing)
Opening Songs:
   Laudate omnes gentes
   Come and Fill Our Hearts

Psalm 126
(song ~ Alleluia, Alleluia)

Introductory Sentence
Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say rejoice. Let your gentleness be known to everyone. The Lord is near. Do not worry about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which passes understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.


(all sing)
In the Lord, I'll be ever thankful


The Collect of the Day
Merciful God, who sent your messengers the prophets to preach repentance and prepare the way for our salvation: Give us grace to heed their warnings and forsake our sins, that we may greet with joy the coming of Jesus Christ our Redeemer; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. AMEN.



A Reading
Jesus answered him, "Very truly, I tell you, no one can enter the kingdom of God without being born from above." Nicodemus said to him, "How can anyone be born after having grown old? Can one enter a second time into the mother's womb and be born?" Jesus answered, " Very truly, I tell you, no one can enter the kingdom of God without being born of water and Spirit. What is born of flesh is flesh, and what is born of the Spirit is a spirit. Do not be astonished if I said to you, 'You must be born from above.' The wind blows where it chooses, and you hear the sound of it, but you do not know where it comes from or where it goes. So it is with everyone who is born of the Spirit.

(all sing)
O Lord, Hear my prayer


Silent Meditation
There is a freedom in God's Spirit that is like the wind: a freedom from worry and fatigue; a freedom from needing to be right or admired; a freedom to be oneself. And in this freedom is the love of God shown: that I will pray for those who are not free; that I will long for reconciliation and compassion to cover all; and that I will desire the wind of the Spirit of love to fill my heart.

The Ministry of Healing


Kyrie eleison
Please add any personal intercessions

God our Father, we bless you for having called us to know you, to love you and to live with you.
(Kyrie sung)

You sent your beloved Son, your perfect image and the reflection of your face; he became like us in all things but sin.
(Kyrie sung)

In him you proclaimed the goodness of your kingdom; you forgive our offenses and heal our wounds.
(Kyrie sung)

Keep us in the communion of your Son; keep us alert as we wait for the day of his coming.
(Kyrie sung)

Give us your peace, so that we cam communicate it to one another in mutual love, and serve the human family.
(Kyrie sung)

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. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen.

(all sing)
With You, O Lord

Prayer from Taizé
God of all eternity, Savior of every life, in the footsteps of the holy witnesses to Christ down through the ages, from the apostles and the Virgin Mary to those of today, enable us to dispose ourselves inwardly day by day to place our trust in the Mystery of the Faith.

(all sing)
Ubi caritas

(all sing)
Nada te turbe

(all sing)
Nunc dimittis

What is Taizé Prayer?

In 1940, Brother Roger chose the village of Taizé, near Macon, France, as the home of a community of faithful people whose work is reconciliation and peace in the world. Brother Roger has said, "Prayer is a serene force at work within human beings, stirring them up, transforming them, never allowing them to close their eyes in the face of evil, or wars, of all that threatens the weak of this world."

The form of worship that has evolved in the community at Taizé takes account of the variety of faith experiences and religious traditions of those called to pray with them. The space provides a visual focus of candles, greenery and icons. Those gathered may sit in the posture most comfortable for each one. Silence is a central part of the prayer service.

The music is composed of simple melodies and short passages based on Scripture, either Psalms or New Testament. The words are sung in a variety of languages from around the world. Vocal harmonies are generally uncomplicated.

Each chant is repeated many times to allow it to become a prayer of the heart. The silence allows a special opportunity to speak to God, to unburden ourselves, and to allow God to speak in the silence of our hearts.

Taize' is named for a village in southern France, which has become the most well known ecumenical prayer community in the world.

Founded shortly after the end of World War II, Taize' attracts thousands of people each week ~ from every culture and nation, to worship, study and pray. Best known for its meditative music, Taize' services have developed as integral parts of other religious communities.

For more information: call Laurie Burke 1-508-234-4229 or the church office 508-752-3766.