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The Collect (Trinity VI)

O GOD, who hast prepared for those who love thee such good things as pass man’s understanding; Pour into our hearts such love toward thee, that we, loving thee above all things, may obtain thy promises, which exceed all that we can desire; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Sunday’s Hymns & Readings 

Opening Hymn:
Praise to the Living God (Leoni)

Old Testament:
Genesis 18:20–33

Psalter
Psalm 138 (responsive reading)

Epistle:
Colossians 2:6–15

Gospel:
St. Luke 11:1–13

Pre-Sermon Hymn:
Lord, Enthroned in Heav’nly Splendor (Bryn Calfaria)

Offertory Hymn:
My God, How Wonderful Thou Art (Windsor)

Communion Hymn:
Come Down, O Love Divine (Down Ampney, choir)

Post-Communion Hymn:
Now Thank We All Our God (Nun Danket)

Closing Hymn:
For All the Saints (Sine Nomine)

🙌 You’re Invited

We invite you to worship with us this Sunday at 10:30 AM. Whether you’re new to Anglican liturgy or a lifelong Christian, our hope is that you’ll encounter Christ through the beauty of reverent worship.

📍 St. Paul’s Anglican Church – Los Altos, California
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Since 2019, Sarah has faithfully led the music of our weekly services with both skill and soul. Whether it’s the timeless strains of the Te Deum, the jubilant swell of a processional hymn, or the quiet chords beneath a psalm, Sarah brings depth, beauty, and consistency to our liturgy. Her musical leadership is marked not only by excellence, but also by sacrifice—she has led services while pregnant, with a newborn in arms, and sometimes even with a baby strapped across her chest at the piano bench.

But Sarah’s ministry doesn’t stop at the altar rail. As a mother of four and the lead Kindergarten teacher at Canterbury School, she lives out a vocation of formation in every sphere of life. In the classroom, she’s an expert in phonics instruction and early childhood reading, helping our youngest students grow not only in knowledge, but in virtue and wonder. Her classroom is a place where joyful discipline, clear instruction, and Christian love meet in every lesson.

Sarah is a living example of what it means to serve with both heart and hands—to lead worship, teach children, and love her family all in the same breath. She embodies what Saint Paul’s seeks to cultivate in all our ministries: faith rooted in tradition, lived out with love, and joyfully offered to God.

We thank God for Sarah and all the ways her gifts bless our church and school. Next time you hear the music rise at Saint Paul’s, know that behind it is a life of quiet faithfulness and radiant service.

Here are a few videos of her music:

In The Valley (Valley of Vision) Sung Puritan Prayer 

Cover of Hide Away in the Love of Jesus, Sovereign Grace Music, Come Weary Saints.

There Is a Redeemer – Keith Green

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📄 Click here to download the bulletin for Trinity V (July 20, 2025)

The Collect for the Fifth Sunday after Trinity

GRANT, O Lord, we beseech thee, that the course of this world may be so peaceably ordered by thy governance, that thy Church may joyfully serve thee in all godly quietness; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

📖 Scripture Readings

1. Old Testament:
   Genesis 18:1–14
   The Lord appears to Abraham at the oaks of Mamre; the promise of Isaac is given.
2. Psalm:
   Psalm 15 – Domine, quis habitabit?
   “Lord, who shall dwell in thy tabernacle? Or who shall rest upon thy holy hill?”
3. Epistle:
   Colossians 1:21–29
   Christ in you, the hope of glory; Paul’s ministry of proclaiming Christ.
4. Gospel:
   Luke 10:38–42
   Mary and Martha — “One thing is necessary.”

🗓 Parish Announcements

• 🍽 Fellowship Meal: Following Sunday’s service in the Parish Hall
• 🕯 Wednesday Evensong & Dinner: July 23, Dinner at 6:00 PM
• 📚 Membership Class (August): Contact Fr. Macias to join
• ✍️ AM Catechesis (Sundays at 9:30 AM): Against Christianity by Peter Leithart begins August 3

🎶 Hymns of the Day

Opening Hymn:
🕊 “The God of Abraham Praise” – Leoni
(285 / 338) | Based on the Jewish doxology | Text: Thomas Olivers, c. 1770, alt.

Pre-Sermon Hymn:
🕊 “Jesus, the Very Thought of Thee”
(462 / —) | Latin, 12th century

Offertory Anthem:
🕊 “Come Down, O Love Divine” – Down Ampney (Choir)
(376 / 482) | Text: Bianco da Siena (d. 1434), Tr. 1867

Communion Hymn:
🕊 “Let Thy Blood in Mercy Poured”
(190 / 275) | Greek origin, Tr. J. Brownlie, 1907

Post-Communion Hymn:
🕊 “And Now, O Father, Mindful of the Love” – Unde et Memores (Choir)
(189 / 290) | Text: W. Bright, 1874

Closing Hymn:
🕊 “Crown Him with Many Crowns” – Diademata
(352 / 149) | Text: Matthew Bridges, 1851

🙌 You’re Invited

We invite you to worship with us this Sunday at 10:30 AM. Whether you’re new to Anglican liturgy or a lifelong Christian, our hope is that you’ll encounter Christ through the beauty of reverent worship.

📍 St. Paul’s Anglican Church – Los Altos, California
🌐 Plan Your Visit | Learn About Holy Communion

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We began our latest Evensong evening at 6:00 PM with taco night around the Rectory. Laughter and conversation filled the room as newcomers and longtime members alike enjoyed a delicious dinner together. Afterwards, Mrs. Chau and Mr. De Villiers served ice cream, reminding us that Christian fellowship starts around the table.

If you’re searching for a local Anglican church in Los Altos, Mountain View, or Silicon Valley, you’re warmly invited to join us for a unique rhythm of worship and fellowship at St. Paul’s Anglican Church.

Singing the Magnificat and Nunc Dimittis in Community

Next, we moved to the piano for a time of choral practice, learning to chant the Magnificat and Nunc Dimittis—two core canticles from the Book of Common Prayer. Led by Mrs. Macias, participants of all skill levels joined in, singing in parts (soprano, alto, tenor, bass) and learning the beauty of Anglican music and chant. We are so excited about our growing choir and welcome new members!

Here’s a video of formal “choral” Evensong. This service follows the traditional pattern in The Book of Common Prayer (1928) and consists of choral music (psalms, canticles, and anthems) from the rich Anglican musical tradition, scripture readings, and prayers. Since the late middle ages “evensong” has been the popular name for vespers (from the Latin vesperis, “evening”), the Evening Office of the western church. Cranmer used it in the 1549 BCP. Although in 1552 he replaced it with “Evening Prayer,” the common name remains “evensong.” In many Anglican cathedrals and other large churches, especially in England, evensong is sung by clergy and choir as a choral liturgy.

These ancient songs of Scripture, sung by Christians for centuries, are central to our tradition of Evening Prayer—also known as Evensong.

A Short Reflection from the Book of Judges

Following prayer requests and liturgy, Father Steve offered a brief teaching from Judges 13, exploring the meaning of Samson’s Nazarite vow. He discussed the biblical symbolism behind Samson avoiding wine, not cutting one’s hair, and staying away from the dead—signs of being set apart for God’s holy purposes. This teaching connected the Old Testament story to our own call to holiness in everyday life and the story of Christ.

Looking for an Anglican Church in Silicon Valley?

Whether you’re new to Anglicanism or have been part of the tradition for years, St. Paul’s Anglican Church in Los Altos is a place to grow, sing, and worship in community. We are a vibrant parish rooted in the historic Christian faith and committed to reverent liturgy, joyful fellowship, and biblical teaching.

Join Us for the Next Rectory Evensong:
📅 Wednesday, July 24
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 The Rectory, Los Altos

Even if you’ve never chanted before—come. There’s room for you at the table, and in the circle of prayer.

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