We do not know how to pray, but the Spirit itself prays within us.
- Romans 8:26
- Romans 8:26
LENT, HOLY WEEK & EASTER SCHEDULE
Shrove Tuesday, March 4
St. Paul's Annual Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper 6:00-8:00 p.m. In the Parish Hall (116 Montecito, St. Paul's House, next door to the church) COME ONE, COME ALL! We’ll serve a traditional Shrove Tuesday pancake dinner with bacon, vegan sausage, coffee & juice and all the pancakes you can eat! There is always a gluten free pancake option. Come join the fun and go flippin' crazy! Suggested donation $3.00 for adults, $1.00 for kids. PLEASE COME EARLY TO HELP US COOK! 
Ash Wednesday, March 5
Holy Eucharist 12:10 p.m. Ash Wednesday Holy Eucharist, with imposition of ashes and Eucharist, marking the beginning of Lent. ASHES TO GO will follow the service. Choral Eucharist 7:00 p.m Ash Wednesday Choral Eucharist, with imposition of ashes and Eucharist, marking the beginning of Lent. With St. Paul's Choir. With St. Paul's Choir. Benjamin Bachmann, MMusic, FAGO, Director of Music and Organist. Weekdays (Mon-Fri) until Holy Week
Monday-Friday, every weekday during Lent
The Daily Office will be posted on our Facebook Group page here. Deacon Rachel and Theo Dykzeul invite you into their practice of the Daily Office. 
Wednesday Lenten Program
until Holy Week 7:00 p.m. Program via Zoom HOW WE LEARN TO BE BRAVE The Rev. Linda McConnell. our Assisting Priest, will convene our Lenten study and guide our conversation through zoom on Wednesdays. Courage, like love, is more choice than feeling. We blaze the trail of God’s call by putting one foot in front of the other, falling down, getting up, changing direction, and starting again. How We Learn to Be Brave, by Bishop Marianne Budde of the Diocese of Washington will inspire, encourage and guide us in this process. The book is available online, on Kindle, in audio formats or in hard copy with Fr. Wilson. MARCH 12 • Deciding to Go, Deciding to Stay MARCH 19 • Deciding to Start MARCH 26 • Accepting What You Do Not Choose APRIL 2 • Stepping Up to the Plate, The Inevitable Letdown APRIL 9 • The Hidden Virtue of Perseverance Sign up HERE 
Fridays until Easter
Stations of the Cross Recall the final hours of Jesus’ life. Details are HERE 6:30 p.m. on Fridays in March and on April 10 5:00 p.m. on Friday, April 4 3:00 p.m. on Good Friday, April 18, after the Good Friday Service. You are welcome to observe and walk the Stations of the Cross on your own at any time the church is open. Sundays until Easter
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Collects (Prayers)
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4:00 p.m. EVENSONG
In the church.
Sung prayers as the evening comes.
With St. Paul's Choir. Benjamin Bachmann, Director of Music and Organist.
MUSIC 13 April Evensong
Preces and Responses: William Byrd
Psalm: 103 H. Walford Davies
Magnificat and Nunc Dimittis: Plainsong Tone 8, 7
Anthem: Go down, Moses! Spiritual arr. Michael Tippett
Hymns:160, 162
In the church.
Sung prayers as the evening comes.
With St. Paul's Choir. Benjamin Bachmann, Director of Music and Organist.
MUSIC 13 April Evensong
Preces and Responses: William Byrd
Psalm: 103 H. Walford Davies
Magnificat and Nunc Dimittis: Plainsong Tone 8, 7
Anthem: Go down, Moses! Spiritual arr. Michael Tippett
Hymns:160, 162
Holy Monday
April 14
12:10 p.m. Holy Eucharist
In the Chapel, or watch the stream on our Facebook Group page HERE
Rite I, The Book of Common Prayer.
Holy Tuesday
April 15
No services today. All clergy will be at Grace Cathedral.
Holy Wednesday
April 16
12:10 p.m. Holy Eucharist
In the Chapel, or watch the stream on our Facebook Group page HERE
Rite I, The Book of Common Prayer.
In the Chapel, or watch the stream on our Facebook Group page HERE
Rite I, The Book of Common Prayer.
7:00 p.m. TENEBRAE
A Service of Shadows
In the Church, or watch the stream on our Facebook Group page HERE
Tenebrae is a solemn Christian service that combines motets, psalms, scripture readings, and responsories, marked by the gradual extinguishing of candles on a special candelabrum called a hearse. As each part of the service concludes, candles are snuffed out, until the church is left in complete darkness, symbolizing the abandonment of Jesus by his followers and the approaching darkness of his death. A final candle—representing Christ—is hidden, then returned, hinting at the resurrection.
This service is known for its haunting music, featuring Gregorian chant, polyphonic motets, and its reflective, almost theatrical atmosphere.
The Rev. Dr. Mauricio J. Wilson, Rector.
A Cappella with Choir. Benjamin Bachmann, MMusic, FAGO, Director of Music.
MUSIC 16 April Tenebrae
Psalm 69: 1-23 Tone III.4
Antiphon: Zeal for your house has eaten me up: the scorn of those who scorn you has fallen upon me
Lesson One- Jeremiah 1:1-14 Plainsong
Responsory: In Monte Olivete Healey Willan
Psalm 70 Tone III.8
Antiphon: Let them draw back and be disgraced who take pleasure in my misfortune
Lesson 2: Jeremiah Plainsong
Responsory: Tristis est anima mea Healey Willan
Psalm 74 Tone IV.4
Antiphon: Arise O God, maintain my cause.
Lesson 3: Jeremiah Plainsong
Responsory: Ecce vidimus eum Healey Willan
Canticle 16: Benedictus Dominus Deus Israel Tone VIII.1
Christus Factus est Tone I.7
Ne irascaris Domine/Civitas sancti tui William Byrd
A Service of Shadows
In the Church, or watch the stream on our Facebook Group page HERE
Tenebrae is a solemn Christian service that combines motets, psalms, scripture readings, and responsories, marked by the gradual extinguishing of candles on a special candelabrum called a hearse. As each part of the service concludes, candles are snuffed out, until the church is left in complete darkness, symbolizing the abandonment of Jesus by his followers and the approaching darkness of his death. A final candle—representing Christ—is hidden, then returned, hinting at the resurrection.
This service is known for its haunting music, featuring Gregorian chant, polyphonic motets, and its reflective, almost theatrical atmosphere.
The Rev. Dr. Mauricio J. Wilson, Rector.
A Cappella with Choir. Benjamin Bachmann, MMusic, FAGO, Director of Music.
MUSIC 16 April Tenebrae
Psalm 69: 1-23 Tone III.4
Antiphon: Zeal for your house has eaten me up: the scorn of those who scorn you has fallen upon me
Lesson One- Jeremiah 1:1-14 Plainsong
Responsory: In Monte Olivete Healey Willan
Psalm 70 Tone III.8
Antiphon: Let them draw back and be disgraced who take pleasure in my misfortune
Lesson 2: Jeremiah Plainsong
Responsory: Tristis est anima mea Healey Willan
Psalm 74 Tone IV.4
Antiphon: Arise O God, maintain my cause.
Lesson 3: Jeremiah Plainsong
Responsory: Ecce vidimus eum Healey Willan
Canticle 16: Benedictus Dominus Deus Israel Tone VIII.1
Christus Factus est Tone I.7
Ne irascaris Domine/Civitas sancti tui William Byrd
Maundy Thursday
April 17
12:10 p.m. Holy Eucharist
In the Church, or watch the stream on our Facebook Group page HERE
Rite I, The Book of Common Prayer.
7:00 p.m. MAUNDY THURSDAY LITURGY
The Last Supper and New Commandment
In the Church, or watch the stream on our Facebook Group page HERE
The Thursday in Holy Week marks the beginning of the Triduum, the sacred three days leading to Easter. The name “Maundy” comes from the Latin mandatum novum, meaning “new commandment,” recalling Jesus’ words in John 13:34:“Love one another as I have loved you.”
On this night, we commemorate the institution of the Holy Eucharist at the Last Supper. The service concludes with the stripping of the altar, a powerful symbol of Christ’s betrayal and abandonment.
The Rev. Dr. Mauricio J. Wilson, Rector.
With Choir, Organ. Benjamin Bachmann, MMusic, FAGO, Director of Music, Organist.
MUSIC 17 April Maundy Thursday
Prelude: Le Banquet Celeste Olivier Messiaen
Mass: Missa Secunda (Kyrie, Sanctus, Benedictus, Agnus Dei)
Gradual Psalm 116 Percy Buck
Offertory Anthem: Ubi Caritas Maurice Durufle
Communion Motet: In Manus tuas John Sheppard
Hymns: 303, 339, 329
Psalm 22 Plainsong
In the Church, or watch the stream on our Facebook Group page HERE
Rite I, The Book of Common Prayer.
7:00 p.m. MAUNDY THURSDAY LITURGY
The Last Supper and New Commandment
In the Church, or watch the stream on our Facebook Group page HERE
The Thursday in Holy Week marks the beginning of the Triduum, the sacred three days leading to Easter. The name “Maundy” comes from the Latin mandatum novum, meaning “new commandment,” recalling Jesus’ words in John 13:34:“Love one another as I have loved you.”
On this night, we commemorate the institution of the Holy Eucharist at the Last Supper. The service concludes with the stripping of the altar, a powerful symbol of Christ’s betrayal and abandonment.
The Rev. Dr. Mauricio J. Wilson, Rector.
With Choir, Organ. Benjamin Bachmann, MMusic, FAGO, Director of Music, Organist.
MUSIC 17 April Maundy Thursday
Prelude: Le Banquet Celeste Olivier Messiaen
Mass: Missa Secunda (Kyrie, Sanctus, Benedictus, Agnus Dei)
Gradual Psalm 116 Percy Buck
Offertory Anthem: Ubi Caritas Maurice Durufle
Communion Motet: In Manus tuas John Sheppard
Hymns: 303, 339, 329
Psalm 22 Plainsong
Good Friday
April 18
Noon-3:00 p.m. GOOD FRIDAY - THE THREE HOURS
The Passion of Christ
In the Church, or watch the stream on our Facebook Group page HERE
The second part of the Triduum, the Good Friday liturgy is a time of fasting, abstinence, and penitence, centered on the suffering and death of our Lord Jesus Christ. This solemn liturgy includes The Passion Gospel, Veneration of the Cross, and Meditations on the Seven Last Words of Jesus.
The service invites deep reflection on the mystery of the crucifixion through scripture, prayer, silence, and sacred music.
The Rev. Dr. Mauricio J. Wilson, Rector.
A Cappella with Choir. Ben Bachmann, FAGO, MMusic, Director of Music.
MUSIC 18 April Good Friday
Psalm 22 Samuel Wesley
After the 1st word: Lord, for thy tender mercies sake, Richard Farrant
After the 2nd word: The veil of the temple is rent. Tenebrae Responsaries, Healy Willan
After the 3rd word: Hymn 159, At the cross her vigil keeping, Stabat Mater dolores
After the Passion: Hymn 168, O sacred head, Herzlich tut mich verlangen
After the 4th word: Lamentations of Jeremiah, Edward C. Bairstow
At the Veneration of the Cross: Hymn 166, Sing my tongue the glorious battle, Pange Lingua
Anthems at the Veneration: We glory in the cross. We adore you, O Christ. O Savior of the World.
Reproaches, Victoria
Faithful Cross! John of Portugal
After the 5th word: Sicut cervus, Palestrina
After the 6th word: Hymn 172, Were you there? Spiritual
After the 7th word: In manus tuas, John Sheppard
After the confession: Christus factus est, Anton Bruckner
At the end of the service: Hymn 171, Go to dark Gethsemane, Petra
The second part of the Triduum, the Good Friday liturgy is a time of fasting, abstinence, and penitence, centered on the suffering and death of our Lord Jesus Christ. This solemn liturgy includes The Passion Gospel, Veneration of the Cross, and Meditations on the Seven Last Words of Jesus.
The service invites deep reflection on the mystery of the crucifixion through scripture, prayer, silence, and sacred music.
The Rev. Dr. Mauricio J. Wilson, Rector.
A Cappella with Choir. Ben Bachmann, FAGO, MMusic, Director of Music.
MUSIC 18 April Good Friday
Psalm 22 Samuel Wesley
After the 1st word: Lord, for thy tender mercies sake, Richard Farrant
After the 2nd word: The veil of the temple is rent. Tenebrae Responsaries, Healy Willan
After the 3rd word: Hymn 159, At the cross her vigil keeping, Stabat Mater dolores
After the Passion: Hymn 168, O sacred head, Herzlich tut mich verlangen
After the 4th word: Lamentations of Jeremiah, Edward C. Bairstow
At the Veneration of the Cross: Hymn 166, Sing my tongue the glorious battle, Pange Lingua
Anthems at the Veneration: We glory in the cross. We adore you, O Christ. O Savior of the World.
Reproaches, Victoria
Faithful Cross! John of Portugal
After the 5th word: Sicut cervus, Palestrina
After the 6th word: Hymn 172, Were you there? Spiritual
After the 7th word: In manus tuas, John Sheppard
After the confession: Christus factus est, Anton Bruckner
At the end of the service: Hymn 171, Go to dark Gethsemane, Petra
3:00 p.m. Stations of the Cross
Recall the final hours of Jesus' life
Immediately following the noon service.
In the Church, or watch the stream on our Facebook Group page HERE
Recall the final hours of Jesus' life
Immediately following the noon service.
In the Church, or watch the stream on our Facebook Group page HERE
Holy Saturday
April 19
8:00 p.m. THE GREAT VIGIL OF EASTER
Kindling of New Fire, Exsultet, Baptisms
In the Church, or watch the stream on our Facebook Group page HERE
The Great Vigil of Easter is one of the most powerful and meaningful services in the Christian year. It marks the beginning of Easter—a journey from darkness into light, from death into life—and takes place at sunset on the night before Easter Sunday.
We begin outside the church, gathering around a newly kindled fire. A large candle, called the Paschal Candle, is lit—symbolizing hope and the light of Christ. Holding our own candles, we process into the darkened church, following the flame, as a hauntingly beautiful chant called the Exsultet is sung by our deacon.
Inside, we hear ancient stories from the Bible—tales of creation, liberation, and promise—woven together with music and quiet prayer. These sacred stories remind us of God’s presence and love through history. This is also a time of baptism and renewal of spiritual commitments, a celebration of new beginnings and fresh start for all.
The service builds to a moment of great joy: the return of the word “Alleluia”, which has been silent throughout Lent. The lights come up, the music swells, and we gather around the table to celebrate Holy Communion, rejoicing in the mystery and wonder of the Resurrection.
The Rev. Dr. Mauricio J. Wilson, Rector.
With Choir, Organ. Benjamin Bachmann, MMusic, FAGO, Music Director and Organist.
MUSIC 19 April The Great Vigil of Easter
Exsultet, Plainsong (sung by Deacon)
Psalm 136, Tonus Perigrinus
Psalm 16, Tone VIII.1
Canticle 8, Tone I; Tonus Peregrinus S-208
Canticle 9, Tone III S-213
Psalm 42:1-7, Samuel Wesley
Psalm 143, Samuel Wesley
Gloria: S-278, Sanctus-S-128h, Agnus Dei-S 165
After the Epistle: Great Alleluia
Psalm 114, Tonus Peregrinus
This joyful Eastertide, Traditional arr. Charles Wood
Jesus lives!! H1982-196
The Great Vigil of Easter is one of the most powerful and meaningful services in the Christian year. It marks the beginning of Easter—a journey from darkness into light, from death into life—and takes place at sunset on the night before Easter Sunday.
We begin outside the church, gathering around a newly kindled fire. A large candle, called the Paschal Candle, is lit—symbolizing hope and the light of Christ. Holding our own candles, we process into the darkened church, following the flame, as a hauntingly beautiful chant called the Exsultet is sung by our deacon.
Inside, we hear ancient stories from the Bible—tales of creation, liberation, and promise—woven together with music and quiet prayer. These sacred stories remind us of God’s presence and love through history. This is also a time of baptism and renewal of spiritual commitments, a celebration of new beginnings and fresh start for all.
The service builds to a moment of great joy: the return of the word “Alleluia”, which has been silent throughout Lent. The lights come up, the music swells, and we gather around the table to celebrate Holy Communion, rejoicing in the mystery and wonder of the Resurrection.
The Rev. Dr. Mauricio J. Wilson, Rector.
With Choir, Organ. Benjamin Bachmann, MMusic, FAGO, Music Director and Organist.
MUSIC 19 April The Great Vigil of Easter
Exsultet, Plainsong (sung by Deacon)
Psalm 136, Tonus Perigrinus
Psalm 16, Tone VIII.1
Canticle 8, Tone I; Tonus Peregrinus S-208
Canticle 9, Tone III S-213
Psalm 42:1-7, Samuel Wesley
Psalm 143, Samuel Wesley
Gloria: S-278, Sanctus-S-128h, Agnus Dei-S 165
After the Epistle: Great Alleluia
Psalm 114, Tonus Peregrinus
This joyful Eastertide, Traditional arr. Charles Wood
Jesus lives!! H1982-196
Easter Sunday
April 20
CHRIST IS RISEN!
Celebrate with us!
8:00 a.m. HOLY EUCHARIST
In the Church, or watch the stream on our Facebook Group page HERE
Rite II, BCP.
10:00 a.m. FESTIVAL CHORAL EUCHARIST
In the Church, or watch the stream on our Facebook Group page HERE
Rite II, BCP.
Join us for a joyful and music-filled Easter celebration as we proclaim the Resurrection together!
Sing along to Handel’s Hallelujah Chorus (bring your score!).
Lift your voice for your favorite Easter hymns.
All children’s programs will be available—bring the whole family!
Come one, come all—everyone is welcome!
Let’s fill the church with joy, music, and new life this Easter Sunday!
The Rev. Dr. Mauricio J. Wilson, Rector.
With Choir, Organ, Brass Quartet, and Timpani. Benjamin Bachmann, MMusic, FAGO, Director of Music.
MUSIC 20 April Easter
Prelude: At Eastertide, Charles Villiers Stanford
Mass: Gloria S-278, Sanctus-S-128 Agnus Dei-S165
Gradual Psalm: 118, Saunders
Offertory Anthem: Haec dies, William Byrd
Communion Motet: Hallelujah! George Frideric Handel
Hymns: H1982-207, LEVAS-219, H1982-200
Postlude: Toccata from Symphony No. 5, Charles-Marie Widor
ST. PAUL’S CHOIR
Soprano: Alice Brilmayer, Christine Dukey, Carol Paxson, Diana Pray*, Jane Rosenblum, Leah Vass
Alto: Amy Kessler*, Vicki Larson, Sharon Pilmer
Tenor: Benjamin Brown*, Ben Clausen, Elizabeth Jenkins, Richard Larson
Bass: Charles Blue, Michael Crozier, William Davis, Mark Miles, Philip Saunders*
*Section leader
INSTRUMENTALISTS
Trumpet 1: Dominic Favia
Trumpet 2: Paulo Avila
Trombone: Kensey Chellis
Trombone: Chase Waterbury
Timpani: John Weeks
Contractor: Carole Klein
10:00 a.m. Children's Programs
Bring your children for Easter!
All programs for children will be available today.
Mustard Seeds for younger children: in the Bride's Room.
Faith Quest for ages 12 and under: ask an usher for location.
An Easter Egg Fair and Festive Brunch will follow the service.
All are welcome!
Celebrate with us!
8:00 a.m. HOLY EUCHARIST
In the Church, or watch the stream on our Facebook Group page HERE
Rite II, BCP.
10:00 a.m. FESTIVAL CHORAL EUCHARIST
In the Church, or watch the stream on our Facebook Group page HERE
Rite II, BCP.
Join us for a joyful and music-filled Easter celebration as we proclaim the Resurrection together!
Sing along to Handel’s Hallelujah Chorus (bring your score!).
Lift your voice for your favorite Easter hymns.
All children’s programs will be available—bring the whole family!
Come one, come all—everyone is welcome!
Let’s fill the church with joy, music, and new life this Easter Sunday!
The Rev. Dr. Mauricio J. Wilson, Rector.
With Choir, Organ, Brass Quartet, and Timpani. Benjamin Bachmann, MMusic, FAGO, Director of Music.
MUSIC 20 April Easter
Prelude: At Eastertide, Charles Villiers Stanford
Mass: Gloria S-278, Sanctus-S-128 Agnus Dei-S165
Gradual Psalm: 118, Saunders
Offertory Anthem: Haec dies, William Byrd
Communion Motet: Hallelujah! George Frideric Handel
Hymns: H1982-207, LEVAS-219, H1982-200
Postlude: Toccata from Symphony No. 5, Charles-Marie Widor
ST. PAUL’S CHOIR
Soprano: Alice Brilmayer, Christine Dukey, Carol Paxson, Diana Pray*, Jane Rosenblum, Leah Vass
Alto: Amy Kessler*, Vicki Larson, Sharon Pilmer
Tenor: Benjamin Brown*, Ben Clausen, Elizabeth Jenkins, Richard Larson
Bass: Charles Blue, Michael Crozier, William Davis, Mark Miles, Philip Saunders*
*Section leader
INSTRUMENTALISTS
Trumpet 1: Dominic Favia
Trumpet 2: Paulo Avila
Trombone: Kensey Chellis
Trombone: Chase Waterbury
Timpani: John Weeks
Contractor: Carole Klein
10:00 a.m. Children's Programs
Bring your children for Easter!
All programs for children will be available today.
Mustard Seeds for younger children: in the Bride's Room.
Faith Quest for ages 12 and under: ask an usher for location.
An Easter Egg Fair and Festive Brunch will follow the service.
All are welcome!
