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Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. luke 2:10-11
Alleluia. Unto us a child is born: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
1, 2
Gen 1
John 1:1-28
Behold, the dwelling place of God is with man. He will dwell with them, and they will be his people, and God himself will be with them as their God. revelation 21:3
3, 4
Gal 1
Luke 2:8-21
Christ the Sun of Righteousness shine upon you, scatter the darkness from before your path, and make you ready to meet him when he comes in glory; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. luke 2:10-11
Alleluia. Unto us a child is born: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
5, 6
Gen 2
John 1:29-end
Behold, the dwelling place of God is with man. He will dwell with them, and they will be his people, and God himself will be with them as their God. revelation 21:3
7
Jer 1
Gal 2
Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. luke 2:10-11
Alleluia. Unto us a child is born: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
9
Gen 3
John 2
Behold, the dwelling place of God is with man. He will dwell with them, and they will be his people, and God himself will be with them as their God. revelation 21:3
10
Jer 2 † 1-22
Gal 3
Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. luke 2:10-11
Alleluia. Unto us a child is born: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
8, 11
Gen 4
John 3:1-21
Behold, the dwelling place of God is with man. He will dwell with them, and they will be his people, and God himself will be with them as their God. revelation 21:3
15, 16
Jer 3
Gal 4
Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. luke 2:10-11
Alleluia. Unto us a child is born: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
12, 13, 14
Gen 5
John 3:22-end
Behold, the dwelling place of God is with man. He will dwell with them, and they will be his people, and God himself will be with them as their God. revelation 21:3
17
Jer 4
Gal 5
From the rising of the sun to its setting my name will be great among the nations, and in every place incense will be offered to my name, and a pure offering. For my name will be great among the nations, says the Lord of hosts. malachi 1:11
The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.
96, 97
Gen 6
Matt 2:1-12
Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3
67, 72
Jer 5
John 2:1-12
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 for ever. Amen.
Christ our Lord, to whom kings bowed down in worship and offered gifts, reveal to you his glory and pour upon you the riches of his grace; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
From the rising of the sun to its setting my name will be great among the nations, and in every place incense will be offered to my name, and a pure offering. For my name will be great among the nations, says the Lord of hosts. malachi 1:11
The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.
18:1-20v
Gen 7
John 4:1-26
Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3
18:21-52v
Jer 6
Gal 6
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 for ever. Amen.
Christ our Lord, to whom kings bowed down in worship and offered gifts, reveal to you his glory and pour upon you the riches of his grace; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
From the rising of the sun to its setting my name will be great among the nations, and in every place incense will be offered to my name, and a pure offering. For my name will be great among the nations, says the Lord of hosts. malachi 1:11
The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.
19
Gen 8
John 4:27-end
Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3
20, 21
Jer 7 † 1-28,34
1 Thess 1
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 for ever. Amen.
Christ our Lord, to whom kings bowed down in worship and offered gifts, reveal to you his glory and pour upon you the riches of his grace; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
From the rising of the sun to its setting my name will be great among the nations, and in every place incense will be offered to my name, and a pure offering. For my name will be great among the nations, says the Lord of hosts. malachi 1:11
The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.
22
Gen 9
John 5:1-24
Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3
23, 24
Jer 8
1 Thess 2:1-16
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 for ever. Amen.
Christ our Lord, to whom kings bowed down in worship and offered gifts, reveal to you his glory and pour upon you the riches of his grace; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
From the rising of the sun to its setting my name will be great among the nations, and in every place incense will be offered to my name, and a pure offering. For my name will be great among the nations, says the Lord of hosts. malachi 1:11
The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.
25
Gen 10 † 1-9,15-22,30-32
John 5:25-end
Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3
27
Jer 9
1 Thess 2:17—3 end
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 for ever. Amen.
Christ our Lord, to whom kings bowed down in worship and offered gifts, reveal to you his glory and pour upon you the riches of his grace; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
From the rising of the sun to its setting my name will be great among the nations, and in every place incense will be offered to my name, and a pure offering. For my name will be great among the nations, says the Lord of hosts. malachi 1:11
The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.
26, 28
Gen 11 † 1-9,27-32
John 6:1-21
Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3
31
Jer 10
1 Thess 4:1-12
Eternal Father, at the baptism of Jesus you revealed him to be your Son, and your Holy Spirit descended upon him like a dove: Grant that we, who are born again by water and the Spirit, may be faithful as your adopted children; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Christ our Lord, to whom kings bowed down in worship and offered gifts, reveal to you his glory and pour upon you the riches of his grace; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
From the rising of the sun to its setting my name will be great among the nations, and in every place incense will be offered to my name, and a pure offering. For my name will be great among the nations, says the Lord of hosts. malachi 1:11
The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.
29, 30
Gen 12
John 6:22-40
Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3
33
Jer 11
1 Thess 4:13—5:11
Eternal Father, at the baptism of Jesus you revealed him to be your Son, and your Holy Spirit descended upon him like a dove: Grant that we, who are born again by water and the Spirit, may be faithful as your adopted children; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Christ our Lord, to whom kings bowed down in worship and offered gifts, reveal to you his glory and pour upon you the riches of his grace; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
From the rising of the sun to its setting my name will be great among the nations, and in every place incense will be offered to my name, and a pure offering. For my name will be great among the nations, says the Lord of hosts. malachi 1:11
The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.
34
Gen 13
John 6:41-end
Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3
35
Jer 12
1 Thess 5:12-end
Eternal Father, at the baptism of Jesus you revealed him to be your Son, and your Holy Spirit descended upon him like a dove: Grant that we, who are born again by water and the Spirit, may be faithful as your adopted children; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Christ our Lord, to whom kings bowed down in worship and offered gifts, reveal to you his glory and pour upon you the riches of his grace; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
From the rising of the sun to its setting my name will be great among the nations, and in every place incense will be offered to my name, and a pure offering. For my name will be great among the nations, says the Lord of hosts. malachi 1:11
The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.
32, 36
Gen 14
John 7:1-24
Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3
38
Jer 13
2 Thess 1
Eternal Father, at the baptism of Jesus you revealed him to be your Son, and your Holy Spirit descended upon him like a dove: Grant that we, who are born again by water and the Spirit, may be faithful as your adopted children; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Christ our Lord, to whom kings bowed down in worship and offered gifts, reveal to you his glory and pour upon you the riches of his grace; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
From the rising of the sun to its setting my name will be great among the nations, and in every place incense will be offered to my name, and a pure offering. For my name will be great among the nations, says the Lord of hosts. malachi 1:11
The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.
37:1-17v
Gen 15
John 7:25-52
Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3
37:18-41v
Jer 14
2 Thess 2
Eternal Father, at the baptism of Jesus you revealed him to be your Son, and your Holy Spirit descended upon him like a dove: Grant that we, who are born again by water and the Spirit, may be faithful as your adopted children; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Christ our Lord, to whom kings bowed down in worship and offered gifts, reveal to you his glory and pour upon you the riches of his grace; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
From the rising of the sun to its setting my name will be great among the nations, and in every place incense will be offered to my name, and a pure offering. For my name will be great among the nations, says the Lord of hosts. malachi 1:11
The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.
40
Gen 16
John 7:53—8:30
Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3
39, 41
Jer 15
2 Thess 3
Eternal Father, at the baptism of Jesus you revealed him to be your Son, and your Holy Spirit descended upon him like a dove: Grant that we, who are born again by water and the Spirit, may be faithful as your adopted children; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Christ our Lord, to whom kings bowed down in worship and offered gifts, reveal to you his glory and pour upon you the riches of his grace; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
From the rising of the sun to its setting my name will be great among the nations, and in every place incense will be offered to my name, and a pure offering. For my name will be great among the nations, says the Lord of hosts. malachi 1:11
The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.
42, 43
Gen 17
John 8:31-end
Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3
44
Jer 16
1 Cor 1:1-25
Eternal Father, at the baptism of Jesus you revealed him to be your Son, and your Holy Spirit descended upon him like a dove: Grant that we, who are born again by water and the Spirit, may be faithful as your adopted children; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Christ our Lord, to whom kings bowed down in worship and offered gifts, reveal to you his glory and pour upon you the riches of his grace; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
From the rising of the sun to its setting my name will be great among the nations, and in every place incense will be offered to my name, and a pure offering. For my name will be great among the nations, says the Lord of hosts. malachi 1:11
The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.
45
Gen 18
Matt 16:13-20
Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3
46
Jer 17
1 Cor 1:26—2 end
Almighty God, whose Son our Savior Jesus Christ is the light of the world: Grant that your people, illumined by your Word and Sacraments, may shine with the radiance of Christ’s glory, that he may be known, worshiped, and obeyed to the ends of the earth; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty Father, who inspired Simon Peter, first among the apostles, to confess Jesus as Messiah and Son of the living God: Keep your Church steadfast upon the rock of this faith, that in unity and peace we may proclaim the one truth and follow the one Lord, our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Christ our Lord, to whom kings bowed down in worship and offered gifts, reveal to you his glory and pour upon you the riches of his grace; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
From the rising of the sun to its setting my name will be great among the nations, and in every place incense will be offered to my name, and a pure offering. For my name will be great among the nations, says the Lord of hosts. malachi 1:11
The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.
47, 48
Gen 19 † 1-29
John 9
Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3
49
Jer 18
1 Cor 3
Almighty God, whose Son our Savior Jesus Christ is the light of the world: Grant that your people, illumined by your Word and Sacraments, may shine with the radiance of Christ’s glory, that he may be known, worshiped, and obeyed to the ends of the earth; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty God, whose only-begotten Son led captivity captive and gave gifts to your people: Multiply among us faithful pastors, who, like your holy bishop Wulfstan, will give courage to those who are oppressed and held in bondage; and bring us all, we pray, into the true freedom of your kingdom; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Christ our Lord, to whom kings bowed down in worship and offered gifts, reveal to you his glory and pour upon you the riches of his grace; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
From the rising of the sun to its setting my name will be great among the nations, and in every place incense will be offered to my name, and a pure offering. For my name will be great among the nations, says the Lord of hosts. malachi 1:11
The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.
50
Gen 20
John 10:1-21
Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3
51
Jer 19
1 Cor 4:1-17
Almighty God, whose Son our Savior Jesus Christ is the light of the world: Grant that your people, illumined by your Word and Sacraments, may shine with the radiance of Christ’s glory, that he may be known, worshiped, and obeyed to the ends of the earth; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Grant, Almighty God, that in all times of trial and persecution, we might remain steadfast in faith and endurance, according to the example of your servant Fabian, who was faithful even unto death. We ask this for the sake of him who laid down his life for us all, Jesus Christ our Savior; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Christ our Lord, to whom kings bowed down in worship and offered gifts, reveal to you his glory and pour upon you the riches of his grace; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
From the rising of the sun to its setting my name will be great among the nations, and in every place incense will be offered to my name, and a pure offering. For my name will be great among the nations, says the Lord of hosts. malachi 1:11
The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.
52, 53, 54
Gen 21 † 1-21
John 10:22-end
Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3
55
Jer 20
1 Cor 4:18—5 end
Almighty God, whose Son our Savior Jesus Christ is the light of the world: Grant that your people, illumined by your Word and Sacraments, may shine with the radiance of Christ’s glory, that he may be known, worshiped, and obeyed to the ends of the earth; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty and everlasting God, who chooses those whom the world deems powerless to put the powerful to shame, grant us so to cherish the memory of your youthful martyrs Agnes and Cecilia, that we might share their pure and steadfast faith in you; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God for ever and ever. Amen.
Christ our Lord, to whom kings bowed down in worship and offered gifts, reveal to you his glory and pour upon you the riches of his grace; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
From the rising of the sun to its setting my name will be great among the nations, and in every place incense will be offered to my name, and a pure offering. For my name will be great among the nations, says the Lord of hosts. malachi 1:11
The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.
56, 57
Gen 22
John 11:1-44
Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3
58, 60
Jer 21
1 Cor 6
Almighty God, whose Son our Savior Jesus Christ is the light of the world: Grant that your people, illumined by your Word and Sacraments, may shine with the radiance of Christ’s glory, that he may be known, worshiped, and obeyed to the ends of the earth; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty God, whose deacon Vincent, upheld by you, was not terrified by threats nor overcome by torments: Strengthen us to endure all adversity with invincible and steadfast faith; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Christ our Lord, to whom kings bowed down in worship and offered gifts, reveal to you his glory and pour upon you the riches of his grace; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
From the rising of the sun to its setting my name will be great among the nations, and in every place incense will be offered to my name, and a pure offering. For my name will be great among the nations, says the Lord of hosts. malachi 1:11
The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.
59
Gen 23
John 11:45-end
Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3
63, 64
Jer 22
1 Cor 7
Almighty God, whose Son our Savior Jesus Christ is the light of the world: Grant that your people, illumined by your Word and Sacraments, may shine with the radiance of Christ’s glory, that he may be known, worshiped, and obeyed to the ends of the earth; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Everlasting God, who implants your living Word in the minds and on the lips of all who proclaim your truth: Grant that we, like your pastor and preacher Phillips Brooks, might proclaim your Gospel in our own generation with grace and power. Through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, ever one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Christ our Lord, to whom kings bowed down in worship and offered gifts, reveal to you his glory and pour upon you the riches of his grace; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
From the rising of the sun to its setting my name will be great among the nations, and in every place incense will be offered to my name, and a pure offering. For my name will be great among the nations, says the Lord of hosts. malachi 1:11
The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.
61, 62
Gen 24 † 1-28,53-58
John 12:1-19
Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3
65, 67
Jer 23 † 1-9,16-18,21-40
1 Cor 8
Almighty God, whose Son our Savior Jesus Christ is the light of the world: Grant that your people, illumined by your Word and Sacraments, may shine with the radiance of Christ’s glory, that he may be known, worshiped, and obeyed to the ends of the earth; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty God, who pours out your Spirit upon your sons and daughters: Grant that we, following the example of your servant Florence Li Tim-Oi, chosen priest in your church, may with faithfulness, patience, and tenacity proclaim your holy gospel to all the nations, through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, in glory everlasting. Amen.
Christ our Lord, to whom kings bowed down in worship and offered gifts, reveal to you his glory and pour upon you the riches of his grace; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
From the rising of the sun to its setting my name will be great among the nations, and in every place incense will be offered to my name, and a pure offering. For my name will be great among the nations, says the Lord of hosts. malachi 1:11
The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.
68:1-18
Acts 9:1-22
John 12:20-end
Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3
68:19-36
Jer 24
1 Cor 9
Give us grace, O Lord, to answer readily the call of our Savior Jesus Christ and proclaim to all people the Good News of his salvation, that we and the whole world may perceive the glory of his marvelous works; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.
O God, by the preaching of your apostle Paul you have caused the light of the Gospel to shine throughout the world: Grant, we pray, that having his wonderful conversion in remembrance, we may show ourselves thankful to you by following his holy teaching; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Christ our Lord, to whom kings bowed down in worship and offered gifts, reveal to you his glory and pour upon you the riches of his grace; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
Apostle Paul
From the rising of the sun to its setting my name will be great among the nations, and in every place incense will be offered to my name, and a pure offering. For my name will be great among the nations, says the Lord of hosts. malachi 1:11
The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.
69:1-18v
Gen 25 † 7-11,19-34
John 13
Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3
69:19-37v
Jer 25 † 1-19,26-31
1 Cor 10
Give us grace, O Lord, to answer readily the call of our Savior Jesus Christ and proclaim to all people the Good News of his salvation, that we and the whole world may perceive the glory of his marvelous works; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.
Christ our Lord, to whom kings bowed down in worship and offered gifts, reveal to you his glory and pour upon you the riches of his grace; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
From the rising of the sun to its setting my name will be great among the nations, and in every place incense will be offered to my name, and a pure offering. For my name will be great among the nations, says the Lord of hosts. malachi 1:11
The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.
66
Gen 26 † 1-25
John 14:1-14
Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3
70, 72
Jer 26
1 Cor 11
Give us grace, O Lord, to answer readily the call of our Savior Jesus Christ and proclaim to all people the Good News of his salvation, that we and the whole world may perceive the glory of his marvelous works; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.
O God, who gave your servant John Chrysostom grace eloquently to proclaim your righteousness in the great congregation, and fearlessly to bear reproach for the honor of your Name: mercifully grant to all who proclaim your word such excellence in preaching, that all your people may be made partakers of the glory that shall be revealed; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God for ever and ever. Amen.
Christ our Lord, to whom kings bowed down in worship and offered gifts, reveal to you his glory and pour upon you the riches of his grace; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
John Chrysostom
From the rising of the sun to its setting my name will be great among the nations, and in every place incense will be offered to my name, and a pure offering. For my name will be great among the nations, says the Lord of hosts. malachi 1:11
The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.
71
Gen 27 † 1-13,18-36,39-40
John 14:15-end
Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3
73
Jer 27
1 Cor 12
Give us grace, O Lord, to answer readily the call of our Savior Jesus Christ and proclaim to all people the Good News of his salvation, that we and the whole world may perceive the glory of his marvelous works; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.
Almighty God, who has enriched your church with the singular learning and holiness of your servant Thomas Aquinas: Enlighten us more and more, we pray, by the disciplined thinking and teaching of Christian scholars, and deepen our devotion by the example of saintly lives; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Christ our Lord, to whom kings bowed down in worship and offered gifts, reveal to you his glory and pour upon you the riches of his grace; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
Thomas Aquinas
From the rising of the sun to its setting my name will be great among the nations, and in every place incense will be offered to my name, and a pure offering. For my name will be great among the nations, says the Lord of hosts. malachi 1:11
The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.
74
Gen 28
John 15:1-17
Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3
77
Jer 28
1 Cor 13
Give us grace, O Lord, to answer readily the call of our Savior Jesus Christ and proclaim to all people the Good News of his salvation, that we and the whole world may perceive the glory of his marvelous works; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.
Almighty God, who called your daughter Lili‘uokalani to an earthly throne that she might advance your heavenly kingdom, and endowed her with gift of song and love for her people: Grant that we may imitate her perseverance in adversity, her commitment to peace, and her capacity for forgiveness. All this we ask in the name of your Son Jesus Christ, who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Ghost, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. We also thank you for your servant Lesslie Newbigin. Amen
Christ our Lord, to whom kings bowed down in worship and offered gifts, reveal to you his glory and pour upon you the riches of his grace; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
Lili‘uokalani / Lesslie Newbigin
From the rising of the sun to its setting my name will be great among the nations, and in every place incense will be offered to my name, and a pure offering. For my name will be great among the nations, says the Lord of hosts. malachi 1:11
The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.
75, 76
Gen 29 † 1-28
John 15:18-end
Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3
79, 82
Jer 29 † 1-14,24-32
1 Cor 14:1-19
Give us grace, O Lord, to answer readily the call of our Savior Jesus Christ and proclaim to all people the Good News of his salvation, that we and the whole world may perceive the glory of his marvelous works; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.
Christ our Lord, to whom kings bowed down in worship and offered gifts, reveal to you his glory and pour upon you the riches of his grace; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
From the rising of the sun to its setting my name will be great among the nations, and in every place incense will be offered to my name, and a pure offering. For my name will be great among the nations, says the Lord of hosts. malachi 1:11
The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.
78:1-18v
Gen 30 † 1-2,22-43
John 16:1-15
Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3
78:19-40v
Jer 30
1 Cor 14:20-end
Give us grace, O Lord, to answer readily the call of our Savior Jesus Christ and proclaim to all people the Good News of his salvation, that we and the whole world may perceive the glory of his marvelous works; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.
O God, who satisfies the longing soul and fills the hungry with good things: Grant that we, like your servant Marcella, may hunger and thirst after you above the vain pomp and glory of the world, and delight in your word above all manner of riches; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Christ our Lord, to whom kings bowed down in worship and offered gifts, reveal to you his glory and pour upon you the riches of his grace; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
Marcella / Samuel Shoemaker 1963
From the rising of the sun to its setting my name will be great among the nations, and in every place incense will be offered to my name, and a pure offering. For my name will be great among the nations, says the Lord of hosts. malachi 1:11
The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.
78:41-73v
Gen 31 † 1-3,17-45
John 16:16-end
Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3
80
Jer 31 † 1-17,27-37
1 Cor 15:1-34
O God, you know that we are set in the midst of many grave dangers, and because of the frailty of our nature we cannot always stand upright: Grant that your strength and protection may support us in all dangers and carry us through every temptation; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Christ our Lord, to whom kings bowed down in worship and offered gifts, reveal to you his glory and pour upon you the riches of his grace; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
From the rising of the sun to its setting my name will be great among the nations, and in every place incense will be offered to my name, and a pure offering. For my name will be great among the nations, says the Lord of hosts. malachi 1:11
The Word was made flesh and dwelt among us: * O come, let us adore him.
24, 81
Gen 32 † 1-13,21-32
Luke 2:22-40
Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3
84
Jer 32 † 1-15,36-44
1 Cor 15:35-end
O God, you know that we are set in the midst of many grave dangers, and because of the frailty of our nature we cannot always stand upright: Grant that your strength and protection may support us in all dangers and carry us through every temptation; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty and everliving God, we humbly pray that, as your only-begotten Son was this day presented in the temple in the substance of our flesh, so we may be presented to you with pure and clean hearts by Jesus Christ our Lord; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Christ our Lord, to whom kings bowed down in worship and offered gifts, reveal to you his glory and pour upon you the riches of his grace; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
From the rising of the sun to its setting my name will be great among the nations, and in every place incense will be offered to my name, and a pure offering. For my name will be great among the nations, says the Lord of hosts. malachi 1:11
The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.
83
Gen 33
John 17
Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3
85
Jer 33
1 Cor 16
O God, you know that we are set in the midst of many grave dangers, and because of the frailty of our nature we cannot always stand upright: Grant that your strength and protection may support us in all dangers and carry us through every temptation; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Keep your church from discouragement in the day of small things, O God, in the knowledge that when you have begun a good work, you will bring it to a fruitful conclusion, just as you did for your servant Anskar; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Christ our Lord, to whom kings bowed down in worship and offered gifts, reveal to you his glory and pour upon you the riches of his grace; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
Anskar Bishop to Denmark
From the rising of the sun to its setting my name will be great among the nations, and in every place incense will be offered to my name, and a pure offering. For my name will be great among the nations, says the Lord of hosts. malachi 1:11
The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.
86, 87
Gen 34
John 18:1-27
Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3
88
Jer 34
2 Cor 1:1—2:11
O God, you know that we are set in the midst of many grave dangers, and because of the frailty of our nature we cannot always stand upright: Grant that your strength and protection may support us in all dangers and carry us through every temptation; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty and everlasting God, who kindled the flame of your love in the heart of your faithful martyr Manche Masemola; Grant to us your servants, a like faith and power of love, that we who rejoice in her triumph may profit by her example; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Christ our Lord, to whom kings bowed down in worship and offered gifts, reveal to you his glory and pour upon you the riches of his grace; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen. Almighty God, you have surrounded us with a great cloud of witnesses: Grant that we, encouraged by the good example of your servant Cornelius, may persevere in running the race that is set before us, until at last, with him, we attain to your eternal joy; through Jesus Christ, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Cornelius the Centurion / Manche Masemola
From the rising of the sun to its setting my name will be great among the nations, and in every place incense will be offered to my name, and a pure offering. For my name will be great among the nations, says the Lord of hosts. malachi 1:11
The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.
89:1-18v
Gen 35
John 18:28-end
Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3
89:19-51v
Jer 35
2 Cor 2:12—3 end
O God, you know that we are set in the midst of many grave dangers, and because of the frailty of our nature we cannot always stand upright: Grant that your strength and protection may support us in all dangers and carry us through every temptation; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty and everlasting God, who strengthened your martyr Agatha with constancy and courage: Grant us for the love of you to make no peace with oppression, to fear no adversity, and to have no tolerance for those who would use their power to abuse or exploit; Through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom with you and the Holy Spirit be all honor and glory, now and for ever. Amen.
Christ our Lord, to whom kings bowed down in worship and offered gifts, reveal to you his glory and pour upon you the riches of his grace; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen. Almighty God, you gave your servants in Japan boldness to confess the Name of our Savior Jesus Christ before the rulers of this world, and courage to die for this faith: Grant that we may always be ready to give a reason for the hope that is in us, and to suffer gladly for the sake of our Lord Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Martyr Agatha / Martyrs of Japan
From the rising of the sun to its setting my name will be great among the nations, and in every place incense will be offered to my name, and a pure offering. For my name will be great among the nations, says the Lord of hosts. malachi 1:11
The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.
90
Gen 36 † 1-8
John 19:1-37
Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3
91
Jer 36 † 1-10,19-32
2 Cor 4
O God, you know that we are set in the midst of many grave dangers, and because of the frailty of our nature we cannot always stand upright: Grant that your strength and protection may support us in all dangers and carry us through every temptation; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
O God our Father, who brought the holy martyrs of Japan through the suffering of the cross to the joys of eternal life: Grant that we, encouraged by their example, may hold fast to the faith we profess, even unto death itself; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Christ our Lord, to whom kings bowed down in worship and offered gifts, reveal to you his glory and pour upon you the riches of his grace; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
From the rising of the sun to its setting my name will be great among the nations, and in every place incense will be offered to my name, and a pure offering. For my name will be great among the nations, says the Lord of hosts. malachi 1:11
The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.
92, 93
Gen 37 † 3-8,12-36
John 19:38-end
Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3
94
Jer 37
2 Cor 5
O God, you know that we are set in the midst of many grave dangers, and because of the frailty of our nature we cannot always stand upright: Grant that your strength and protection may support us in all dangers and carry us through every temptation; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Christ our Lord, to whom kings bowed down in worship and offered gifts, reveal to you his glory and pour upon you the riches of his grace; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
From the rising of the sun to its setting my name will be great among the nations, and in every place incense will be offered to my name, and a pure offering. For my name will be great among the nations, says the Lord of hosts. malachi 1:11
The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.
95, 96
Gen 38 † 1-26
John 20
Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3
97, 98
Jer 38
2 Cor 6
O Lord, our heavenly Father, keep your household the Church continually in your true religion, that we who trust in the hope of your heavenly grace may always be defended by your mighty power; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, now and for ever. Amen.
From the rising of the sun to its setting my name will be great among the nations, and in every place incense will be offered to my name, and a pure offering. For my name will be great among the nations, says the Lord of hosts. malachi 1:11
The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.
99, 100, 101
Gen 39
John 21
Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3
102
Jer 39
2 Cor 7
O Lord, our heavenly Father, keep your household the Church continually in your true religion, that we who trust in the hope of your heavenly grace may always be defended by your mighty power; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, now and for ever. Amen.
From the rising of the sun to its setting my name will be great among the nations, and in every place incense will be offered to my name, and a pure offering. For my name will be great among the nations, says the Lord of hosts. malachi 1:11
The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.
103
Gen 40
Matt 1:1-17
Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3
104
Jer 40
2 Cor 8
O Lord, our heavenly Father, keep your household the Church continually in your true religion, that we who trust in the hope of your heavenly grace may always be defended by your mighty power; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, now and for ever. Amen.
Assist us, O God, to love one another as sisters and brothers, and to balance discipline with love and rules with compassion, according to the example shown by your servant Scholastica; for the sake of your Son Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom with you and the Holy Spirit be all honor and glory, now and for ever. Amen.
From the rising of the sun to its setting my name will be great among the nations, and in every place incense will be offered to my name, and a pure offering. For my name will be great among the nations, says the Lord of hosts. malachi 1:11
The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.
105:1-22v
Gen 41 † 1-15,25-40
Matt 1:18-end
Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3
105:23-44v
Jer 41
2 Cor 9
O Lord, our heavenly Father, keep your household the Church continually in your true religion, that we who trust in the hope of your heavenly grace may always be defended by your mighty power; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, now and for ever. Amen.
God of the prophets, we give you thanks for calling Barbara Clementine Harris to the office of bishop. Open our eyes to behold the wondrous works you have prepared for your church in calling women to share in the ministry of the episcopate. May we, inspired by their example as faithful shepherds, wise teachers, courageous prophets, and guardians of the faith, proclaim the Good News and carry out the works of Jesus Christ in the world; who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns for ever and ever. Amen.
From the rising of the sun to its setting my name will be great among the nations, and in every place incense will be offered to my name, and a pure offering. For my name will be great among the nations, says the Lord of hosts. malachi 1:11
The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.
106:1-18v
Gen 42 † 1-28
Matt 2
Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3
106:19-46v
Jer 42
2 Cor 10
O Lord, our heavenly Father, keep your household the Church continually in your true religion, that we who trust in the hope of your heavenly grace may always be defended by your mighty power; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, now and for ever. Amen.
O God, who called your servant Theodora to an earthly throne that she might advance your heavenly kingdom and who gave her the wisdom to establish unity where there had been division; Create in your church such godly union and concord that we might proclaim the Gospel of the Prince of Peace, not only in correct theology but in right actions. All this we ask through the same Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
From the rising of the sun to its setting my name will be great among the nations, and in every place incense will be offered to my name, and a pure offering. For my name will be great among the nations, says the Lord of hosts. malachi 1:11
The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.
107:1-22
Gen 43 † 1-10,15-34
Matt 3
Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3
107:23-43
Jer 43
2 Cor 11
O Lord, our heavenly Father, keep your household the Church continually in your true religion, that we who trust in the hope of your heavenly grace may always be defended by your mighty power; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, now and for ever. Amen.
Set us free, heavenly Father, from every bond of prejudice and fear; that, honoring the steadfast courage of your servant Absalom Jones, we may show forth in our lives the reconciling love and true freedom of the children of God, which you have given us in your Son our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
From the rising of the sun to its setting my name will be great among the nations, and in every place incense will be offered to my name, and a pure offering. For my name will be great among the nations, says the Lord of hosts. malachi 1:11
The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.
108, 110
Gen 44 † 1-20,30-34
Matt 4
Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3
109
Jer 44 † 1-19,24-30
2 Cor 12:1-13
O Lord, our heavenly Father, keep your household the Church continually in your true religion, that we who trust in the hope of your heavenly grace may always be defended by your mighty power; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty and everlasting God, who by the power of the Holy Spirit moved your servants Cyril and Methodius to bring the light of the Gospel to a hostile and divided people: Overcome all bitterness and strife among us by the love of Christ, and make us one united family under the banner of the Prince of Peace; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
From the rising of the sun to its setting my name will be great among the nations, and in every place incense will be offered to my name, and a pure offering. For my name will be great among the nations, says the Lord of hosts. malachi 1:11
The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.
111, 112
Gen 45
Matt 5:1-20
Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3
113, 114
Jer 45
2 Cor 12:14—13 end
O God, who before the passion of your only-begotten Son revealed his glory upon the holy mountain: Grant that we, beholding by faith the light of his countenance, may be strengthened to bear our cross, and be changed into his likeness from glory to glory; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
From the rising of the sun to its setting my name will be great among the nations, and in every place incense will be offered to my name, and a pure offering. For my name will be great among the nations, says the Lord of hosts. malachi 1:11
The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.
115
Gen 46 † 1-7,28-34
Matt 5:21-48
Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3
116, 117
Jer 46
Rom 1
O God, who before the passion of your only-begotten Son revealed his glory upon the holy mountain: Grant that we, beholding by faith the light of his countenance, may be strengthened to bear our cross, and be changed into his likeness from glory to glory; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
From the rising of the sun to its setting my name will be great among the nations, and in every place incense will be offered to my name, and a pure offering. For my name will be great among the nations, says the Lord of hosts. malachi 1:11
The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.
119:1-24
Gen 47 † 1-15,23-31
Matt 6:1-18
Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3
119:25-48
Jer 47
Rom 2
O God, who before the passion of your only-begotten Son revealed his glory upon the holy mountain: Grant that we, beholding by faith the light of his countenance, may be strengthened to bear our cross, and be changed into his likeness from glory to glory; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
O God, whose Son the Good Shepherd laid down his life for his sheep: We give you thanks for your faithful shepherd, Janani Luwum, who after his Savior’s example gave up his life for the sake of his flock. Grant us to be so inspired by his witness that we make no peace with oppression, but live as those who are sealed with the cross of Christ, who died and rose again, and now lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand. matthew 3:2
The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: * O come, let us adore him.
38
Isa 58:1-12
Luke 18:9-14
If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. 1 john 1:8-9
6, 32
Jonah 3
1 Cor 9:24-27
Almighty and everlasting God, you hate nothing you have made, and you forgive the sins of all who are penitent: Create and make in us new and contrite hearts, that we, worthily lamenting our sins and acknowledging our wretchedness, may obtain of you, the God of all mercy, perfect remission and forgiveness; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
O God, our refuge and our strength, who raised up your servant Martin Luther to reform and renew your church in the light of your word: Defend and purify the church in our own day and grant that, through faith, we may boldly proclaim the riches of your grace, which you have made known in Jesus Christ our Savior, who with you and the Holy Spirit, lives and reigns, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Grant, Almighty God, that your people may recognize their weakness and put their whole trust in your strength, so that they may rejoice for ever in the protection of your loving providence; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Martin Luther
Turn your face from my sins, and blot out all my misdeeds. psalm 51:9
The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: * O come, let us adore him.
119:89-104
Gen 49
Matt 7
If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. 1 john 1:8-9
119:105-128
Jer 49 † 1-13,23-39
Rom 4
Almighty and everlasting God, you hate nothing you have made, and you forgive the sins of all who are penitent: Create and make in us new and contrite hearts, that we, worthily lamenting our sins and acknowledging our wretchedness, may obtain of you, the God of all mercy, perfect remission and forgiveness; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Lord Jesus Christ, who willingly walked the way of the cross: Strengthen your church through the witness of your servants Agnes Tsao Kou Ying, Agatha Lin Zhao, and Lucy Yi Zhenmei to hold fast to the path of discipleship even unto death; for with the Father and Holy Spirit you live and reign, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Grant, Almighty God, that your people may recognize their weakness and put their whole trust in your strength, so that they may rejoice for ever in the protection of your loving providence; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me. mark 8:34
The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: * O come, let us adore him.
119:129-152
Gen 50
Matt 8:1-17
For I acknowledge my faults, and my sin is ever before me. psalm 51:3
119:153-176
Jer 50 † 1-20,33-40
Rom 5
Almighty and everlasting God, you hate nothing you have made, and you forgive the sins of all who are penitent: Create and make in us new and contrite hearts, that we, worthily lamenting our sins and acknowledging our wretchedness, may obtain of you, the God of all mercy, perfect remission and forgiveness; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty God, we bless your Name for the witness of Frederick Douglass, whose impassioned and reasonable speech moved the hearts of people to a deeper obedience to Christ: Strengthen us also to speak on behalf of those in captivity and tribulation, continuing in the way of Jesus Christ our Liberator; who with you and the Holy Spirit dwells in glory everlasting. Amen.
Keep this your family, Lord, with your never-failing mercy, that relying solely on the help of your heavenly grace, they may be upheld by your divine protection; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Turn your face from my sins, and blot out all my misdeeds.
The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: * O come, let us adore him.
118
Exod 1
Matt 8:18-end
To the Lord our God belong mercy and forgiveness, for we have rebelled against him. daniel 9:9
120, 121
Jer 51 † 6-10,45-64
Rom 6
Almighty and everlasting God, you hate nothing you have made, and you forgive the sins of all who are penitent: Create and make in us new and contrite hearts, that we, worthily lamenting our sins and acknowledging our wretchedness, may obtain of you, the God of all mercy, perfect remission and forgiveness; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty and everlasting God, you called your servant Billy Graham to preach the Gospel to the people of _________ [or to the __________ people]: Raise up in this and every land evangelists and heralds of your kingdom, that your Church may proclaim the unsearchable riches of our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen. Preface of a Missionar
Keep this your family, Lord, with your never-failing mercy, that relying solely on the help of your heavenly grace, they may be upheld by your divine protection; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Billy Graham
Turn your face from my sins, and blot out all my misdeeds. psalm 51:9
The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: * O come, let us adore him.
122, 123
Exod 2
Matt 9:1-17
If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. 1 john 1:8-9
124, 125, 126
Jer 52 † 1-27,31-34
Rom 7
Almighty God, whose blessed Son was led by the Spirit to be tempted by Satan: Come quickly to help us who are assaulted by many temptations, and, as you know the weaknesses of each of us, let each one find you mighty to save; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Look mercifully on this your family, Almighty God, that by your great goodness they may be governed and preserved evermore; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me. mark 8:34
The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: * O come, let us adore him.
127, 128
Exod 3
Matt 9:18-34
For I acknowledge my faults, and my sin is ever before me. psalm 51:3
129, 130, 131
Baruch 4 † 5-13,21-37
Rom 8:1-17
Almighty God, whose blessed Son was led by the Spirit to be tempted by Satan: Come quickly to help us who are assaulted by many temptations, and, as you know the weaknesses of each of us, let each one find you mighty to save; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
O God, the maker of heaven and earth, you gave your venerable servant, the holy and gentle Polycarp, the boldness to confess Jesus Christ as King and Savior and the steadfastness to die for his faith: Give us grace, following his example, to share the cup of Christ and to rise to eternal life; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Look mercifully on this your family, Almighty God, that by your great goodness they may be governed and preserved evermore; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Polycarp, Bishop of Smyrna, Martyr, 156
Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand. matthew 3:2
The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: * O come, let us adore him.
132, 133
Acts 1:15-26
Matt 9:35—10:23
To the Lord our God belong mercy and forgiveness, for we have rebelled against him. daniel 9:9
134, 135
Baruch 5
Rom 8:18-end
Almighty God, whose blessed Son was led by the Spirit to be tempted by Satan: Come quickly to help us who are assaulted by many temptations, and, as you know the weaknesses of each of us, let each one find you mighty to save; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty God, who in the place of Judas chose your faithful servant Matthias to be numbered among the Twelve: Grant that your Church, being delivered from false apostles, may always be guided and governed by faithful and true pastors; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Look down in mercy, Lord, on your people who kneel before you; and grant that those whom you have nourished by your Word and Sacraments may bring forth fruit worthy of repentance; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Turn your face from my sins, and blot out all my misdeeds. psalm 51:9
The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: * O come, let us adore him.
136
Exod 4
Matt 10:24-end
If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. 1 john 1:8-9
137, 138
Lam 1 † 1-12,17-22
Rom 9
Ember Day: Almighty God, the giver of all good gifts, in your divine providence you have appointed various orders in your Church: Give your grace, we humbly pray, to all who are [now] called to any office and ministry for your people; and so fill them with the truth of your doctrine and clothe them with holiness of life, that they may faithfully serve before you, to the glory of your great Name and for the benefit of your holy Church; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Inspire us, Gracious God, with that same spirit of devotion that animated your servant Emily Malbone Morgan; that, like her, we might dedicate our lives to your service and to the welfare of others; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Look down in mercy, Lord, on your people who kneel before you; and grant that those whom you have nourished by your Word and Sacraments may bring forth fruit worthy of repentance; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me. mark 8:34
The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: * O come, let us adore him.
139
Exod 5
Matt 11
For I acknowledge my faults, and my sin is ever before me. psalm 51:3
141, 142
Lam 2 † 1-18
Rom 10
Almighty God, whose blessed Son was led by the Spirit to be tempted by Satan: Come quickly to help us who are assaulted by many temptations, and, as you know the weaknesses of each of us, let each one find you mighty to save; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Look with compassion, O Lord, upon this your people; that, continuing to rightly observe this holy season, they may learn to know you more fully, and to serve you with a more perfect will; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand. matthew 3:2
The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: * O come, let us adore him.
140
Exod 6 † 1-13
Matt 12:1-21
To the Lord our God belong mercy and forgiveness, for we have rebelled against him. daniel 9:9
143
Lam 3 † 1-9,19-33,52-66
Rom 11
Ember Day: Almighty God, the giver of all good gifts, in your divine providence you have appointed various orders in your Church: Give your grace, we humbly pray, to all who are [now] called to any office and ministry for your people; and so fill them with the truth of your doctrine and clothe them with holiness of life, that they may faithfully serve before you, to the glory of your great Name and for the benefit of your holy Church; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you called your servant George Herbert from the pursuit of worldly honors to be a poet and a pastor of souls: Give us grace, we pray, joyfully to dedicate all our powers to your service; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Look with compassion, O Lord, upon this your people; that, continuing to rightly observe this holy season, they may learn to know you more fully, and to serve you with a more perfect will; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
George Herbert, Priest and Poet, 1633
Turn your face from my sins, and blot out all my misdeeds. psalm 51:9
The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: * O come, let us adore him.
144
Exod 7
Matt 12:22-end
For I acknowledge my faults, and my sin is ever before me. psalm 51:3
145
Lam 4
Rom 12
Ember Day: Almighty God, the giver of all good gifts, in your divine providence you have appointed various orders in your Church: Give your grace, we humbly pray, to all who are [now] called to any office and ministry for your people; and so fill them with the truth of your doctrine and clothe them with holiness of life, that they may faithfully serve before you, to the glory of your great Name and for the benefit of your holy Church; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you gave your servant N. special gifts of grace to understand and teach the truth revealed in Christ Jesus: Grant that by this teaching we may know you, the one true God, and Jesus Christ whom you have sent; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Grant, Almighty God, that your people may recognize their weakness and put their whole trust in your strength, so that they may rejoice for ever in the protection of your loving providence; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
John. Cassian, Monk and Teacher of the Faith, 453
If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me. mark 8:34
The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: * O come, let us adore him.
146
Exod 8
Matt 13:1-23
If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. 1 john 1:8-9
147
Lam 5
Rom 13
Almighty God, you know that we have no power in ourselves to help ourselves: Keep us both outwardly in our bodies and inwardly in our souls, that we may be defended from all adversities that may happen to the body, and from all evil thoughts that may assault and hurt the soul; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty and everlasting God, you called your servant N. to preach the Gospel to the people of _________ [or to the __________ people]: Raise up in this and every land evangelists and heralds of your kingdom, that your Church may proclaim the unsearchable riches of our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Keep this your family, Lord, with your never-failing mercy, that relying solely on the help of your heavenly grace, they may be upheld by your divine protection; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
David, Bishop and Apostle of Wales, 601
Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand. matthew 3:2
The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: * O come, let us adore him.
148
Exod 9 † 1-29,33-34
Matt 13:24-43
For I acknowledge my faults, and my sin is ever before me. psalm 51:3
149, 150
Prov 1
Rom 14
Almighty God, you know that we have no power in ourselves to help ourselves: Keep us both outwardly in our bodies and inwardly in our souls, that we may be defended from all adversities that may happen to the body, and from all evil thoughts that may assault and hurt the soul; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty and everlasting God, you called your servant N. to preach the Gospel to the people of _________ [or to the __________ people]: Raise up in this and every land evangelists and heralds of your kingdom, that your Church may proclaim the unsearchable riches of our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Keep this your family, Lord, with your never-failing mercy, that relying solely on the help of your heavenly grace, they may be upheld by your divine protection; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Chad, Bishop of Lichfield and Missionary, 672
Turn your face from my sins, and blot out all my misdeeds. psalm 51:9
The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: * O come, let us adore him.
1, 2
Exod 10
Matt 13:44-end
To the Lord our God belong mercy and forgiveness, for we have rebelled against him. daniel 9:9
3, 4
Prov 2
Rom 15
Almighty God, you know that we have no power in ourselves to help ourselves: Keep us both outwardly in our bodies and inwardly in our souls, that we may be defended from all adversities that may happen to the body, and from all evil thoughts that may assault and hurt the soul; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
O God, by your grace your servant N., kindled by the flame of your love, became a burning and shining light in your Church, turning pride into humility and error into truth: Grant that we may be set aflame with the same spirit of love and discipline, and walk before you as children of light; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Look mercifully on this your family, Almighty God, that by your great goodness they may be governed and preserved evermore; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
John and Charles Wesley, Priests and Reformers of the Church, 1791, 1788
If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me. mark 8:34
The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: * O come, let us adore him.
5, 6
Exod 11
Matt 14
If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. 1 john 1:8-9
7
Prov 3 † 1-27
Rom 16
Almighty God, you know that we have no power in ourselves to help ourselves: Keep us both outwardly in our bodies and inwardly in our souls, that we may be defended from all adversities that may happen to the body, and from all evil thoughts that may assault and hurt the soul; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Look mercifully on this your family, Almighty God, that by your great goodness they may be governed and preserved evermore; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand. matthew 3:2
The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: * O come, let us adore him.
9
Exod 12 † 1-20,28-36
Matt 15:1-28
For I acknowledge my faults, and my sin is ever before me. psalm 51:3
10
Prov 4
Phil 1:1-11
Almighty God, you know that we have no power in ourselves to help ourselves: Keep us both outwardly in our bodies and inwardly in our souls, that we may be defended from all adversities that may happen to the body, and from all evil thoughts that may assault and hurt the soul; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Look down in mercy, Lord, on your people who kneel before you; and grant that those whom you have nourished by your Word and Sacraments may bring forth fruit worthy of repentance; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Turn your face from my sins, and blot out all my misdeeds. psalm 51:9
The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: * O come, let us adore him.
8, 11
Exod 13
Matt 15:29-16:12
To the Lord our God belong mercy and forgiveness, for we have rebelled against him. daniel 9:9
15, 16
Prov 5
Phil 1:12-end
Almighty God, you know that we have no power in ourselves to help ourselves: Keep us both outwardly in our bodies and inwardly in our souls, that we may be defended from all adversities that may happen to the body, and from all evil thoughts that may assault and hurt the soul; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Look down in mercy, Lord, on your people who kneel before you; and grant that those whom you have nourished by your Word and Sacraments may bring forth fruit worthy of repentance; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me. mark 8:34
The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: * O come, let us adore him.
12, 13, 14
Exod 14 † 5-31
Matt 16:13-end
If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. 1 john 1:8-9
17
Prov 6 † 1-11,20-35
Phil 2:1-11
Almighty God, you know that we have no power in ourselves to help ourselves: Keep us both outwardly in our bodies and inwardly in our souls, that we may be defended from all adversities that may happen to the body, and from all evil thoughts that may assault and hurt the soul; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you gave your servant N. boldness to confess the Name of our Savior Jesus Christ before the rulers of this world, and courage to die for this faith: Grant that we may always be ready to give a reason for the hope that is in us, and to suffer gladly for the sake of our Lord Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Look with compassion, O Lord, upon this your people; that, continuing to rightly observe this holy season, they may learn to know you more fully, and to serve you with a more perfect will; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Perpetua and Her Companions, Martyrs at Carthage, 203
Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand. matthew 3:2
The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: * O come, let us adore him.
18:1-20v
Exod 15
Matt 17:1-23
For I acknowledge my faults, and my sin is ever before me. psalm 51:3
18:21-52v
Prov 7
Phil 2:12-end
Heavenly Father, you have made us for yourself, and our hearts are restless until they rest in you: Look with compassion upon the heartfelt desires of your servants, and purify our disordered affections, that we may behold your eternal glory in the face of Christ Jesus; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty and everlasting God, you called your servant N. to preach the Gospel to the people of _________ [or to the __________ people]: Raise up in this and every land evangelists and heralds of your kingdom, that your Church may proclaim the unsearchable riches of our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Look with compassion, O Lord, upon this your people; that, continuing to rightly observe this holy season, they may learn to know you more fully, and to serve you with a more perfect will; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Felix, Bishop and Missionary to the Angles, 647
Turn your face from my sins, and blot out all my misdeeds. psalm 51:9
The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: * O come, let us adore him.
19
Exod 16 † 1-7,11-33
Matt 17:24-18:14
To the Lord our God belong mercy and forgiveness, for we have rebelled against him. daniel 9:9
20, 21
Prov 8
Phil 3
Heavenly Father, you have made us for yourself, and our hearts are restless until they rest in you: Look with compassion upon the heartfelt desires of your servants, and purify our disordered affections, that we may behold your eternal glory in the face of Christ Jesus; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Grant, Almighty God, that your people may recognize their weakness and put their whole trust in your strength, so that they may rejoice for ever in the protection of your loving providence; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me. mark 8:34
The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: * O come, let us adore him.
22
Exod 17
Matt 18:15-end
If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. 1 john 1:8-9
23, 24
Prov 9
Phil 4
Heavenly Father, you have made us for yourself, and our hearts are restless until they rest in you: Look with compassion upon the heartfelt desires of your servants, and purify our disordered affections, that we may behold your eternal glory in the face of Christ Jesus; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you have surrounded us with a great cloud of witnesses: Grant that we, encouraged by the good example of your servant N., may persevere in running the race that is set before us, until at last, with him, we attain to your eternal joy; through Jesus Christ, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. Or this: Almighty God, by your Holy Spirit you have made us one with your saints in heaven and on earth: Grant that in our earthly pilgrimage we may always be supported by this fellowship of love and prayer, and know ourselves to be surrounded by their witness to your power and mercy; for the sake of Jesus Christ, in whom all our intercessions are acceptable through the Spirit, and who lives and reigns with you and the same Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Grant, Almighty God, that your people may recognize their weakness and put their whole trust in your strength, so that they may rejoice for ever in the protection of your loving providence; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Robert Machray, First Primate of Canada, 1904
Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand. matthew 3:2
The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: * O come, let us adore him.
25
Exod 18
Matt 19:1-15
For I acknowledge my faults, and my sin is ever before me. psalm 51:3
27
Prov 10
Col 1:1-20
Heavenly Father, you have made us for yourself, and our hearts are restless until they rest in you: Look with compassion upon the heartfelt desires of your servants, and purify our disordered affections, that we may behold your eternal glory in the face of Christ Jesus; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Keep this your family, Lord, with your never-failing mercy, that relying solely on the help of your heavenly grace, they may be upheld by your divine protection; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Turn your face from my sins, and blot out all my misdeeds. psalm 51:9
The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: * O come, let us adore him.
26, 28
Exod 19
Matt 19:16-20:16
To the Lord our God belong mercy and forgiveness, for we have rebelled against him. daniel 9:9
31
Prov 11
Col 1:21-2:7
Heavenly Father, you have made us for yourself, and our hearts are restless until they rest in you: Look with compassion upon the heartfelt desires of your servants, and purify our disordered affections, that we may behold your eternal glory in the face of Christ Jesus; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
O God, our heavenly Father, you raised up your faithful servant N. to be a [Bishop and] pastor in your Church and to feed your flock: Give abundantly to all pastors the gifts of your Holy Spirit, that they may minister in your household as true servants of Christ and stewards of your divine mysteries; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Keep this your family, Lord, with your never-failing mercy, that relying solely on the help of your heavenly grace, they may be upheld by your divine protection; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Gregory the Great, Bishop of Rome and Teacher of the Faith, 604
If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me. mark 8:34
The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: * O come, let us adore him.
29, 30
Exod 20
Matt 20:17-end
If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. 1 john 1:8-9
33
Prov 12
Col 2:8-19
Heavenly Father, you have made us for yourself, and our hearts are restless until they rest in you: Look with compassion upon the heartfelt desires of your servants, and purify our disordered affections, that we may behold your eternal glory in the face of Christ Jesus; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Look mercifully on this your family, Almighty God, that by your great goodness they may be governed and preserved evermore; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand. matthew 3:2
The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: * O come, let us adore him.
34
Exod 21 † 1-19,22-29
Matt 21:1-22
For I acknowledge my faults, and my sin is ever before me. psalm 51:3
35
Prov 13
Col 2:20-3:11
Heavenly Father, you have made us for yourself, and our hearts are restless until they rest in you: Look with compassion upon the heartfelt desires of your servants, and purify our disordered affections, that we may behold your eternal glory in the face of Christ Jesus; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Look mercifully on this your family, Almighty God, that by your great goodness they may be governed and preserved evermore; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Turn your face from my sins, and blot out all my misdeeds. psalm 51:9
The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: * O come, let us adore him.
32, 36
Exod 22
Matt 21:23-end
To the Lord our God belong mercy and forgiveness, for we have rebelled against him. daniel 9:9
38
Prov 14
Col 3:12-end
Gracious Father, whose blessed Son Jesus Christ came down from heaven to be the true bread which gives life to the world: Evermore give us this bread, that he may live in us, and we in him; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Look down in mercy, Lord, on your people who kneel before you; and grant that those whom you have nourished by your Word and Sacraments may bring forth fruit worthy of repentance; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me. mark 8:34
The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: * O come, let us adore him.
37:1-17v
Exod 23 † 1-13,18-30
Matt 22:1-33
If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. 1 john 1:8-9
37:18-41v
Prov 15
Col 4
Gracious Father, whose blessed Son Jesus Christ came down from heaven to be the true bread which gives life to the world: Evermore give us this bread, that he may live in us, and we in him; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Look down in mercy, Lord, on your people who kneel before you; and grant that those whom you have nourished by your Word and Sacraments may bring forth fruit worthy of repentance; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand. matthew 3:2
The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: * O come, let us adore him.
40
Exod 24
Matt 22:34-23:12
For I acknowledge my faults, and my sin is ever before me. psalm 51:3
39, 41
Prov 16
Philemon
Gracious Father, whose blessed Son Jesus Christ came down from heaven to be the true bread which gives life to the world: Evermore give us this bread, that he may live in us, and we in him; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty and everlasting God, you called your servant N. to preach the Gospel to the people of _________ [or to the __________ people]: Raise up in this and every land evangelists and heralds of your kingdom, that your Church may proclaim the unsearchable riches of our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Look with compassion, O Lord, upon this your people; that, continuing to rightly observe this holy season, they may learn to know you more fully, and to serve you with a more perfect will; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Patrick, Bishop and Apostle to the Irish, 461
Turn your face from my sins, and blot out all my misdeeds. psalm 51:9
The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: * O come, let us adore him.
42, 43
Exod 25 † 1-23,31-40
Matt 23:13-end
To the Lord our God belong mercy and forgiveness, for we have rebelled against him. daniel 9:9
44
Prov 17
Eph 1:1-14
Gracious Father, whose blessed Son Jesus Christ came down from heaven to be the true bread which gives life to the world: Evermore give us this bread, that he may live in us, and we in him; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
O God, our heavenly Father, you raised up your faithful servant N. to be a [Bishop and] pastor in your Church and to feed your flock: Give abundantly to all pastors the gifts of your Holy Spirit, that they may minister in your household as true servants of Christ and stewards of your divine mysteries; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Look with compassion, O Lord, upon this your people; that, continuing to rightly observe this holy season, they may learn to know you more fully, and to serve you with a more perfect will; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Cyril, Bishop of Jerusalem and Teacher of the Faith, 386
If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me. mark 8:34
The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: * O come, let us adore him.
45
Exod 26 † 1-10,15-16,29-37
Matt 24:1-28
If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. 1 john 1:8-9
46
Eph 1:15-end
Matt 1:18-end
Gracious Father, whose blessed Son Jesus Christ came down from heaven to be the true bread which gives life to the world: Evermore give us this bread, that he may live in us, and we in him; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you have surrounded us with a great cloud of witnesses: Grant that we, encouraged by the good example of your servant N., may persevere in running the race that is set before us, until at last, with him, we attain to your eternal joy; through Jesus Christ, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. Or this: Almighty God, by your Holy Spirit you have made us one with your saints in heaven and on earth: Grant that in our earthly pilgrimage we may always be supported by this fellowship of love and prayer, and know ourselves to be surrounded by their witness to your power and mercy; for the sake of Jesus Christ, in whom all our intercessions are acceptable through the Spirit, and who lives and reigns with you and the same Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Grant, Almighty God, that your people may recognize their weakness and put their whole trust in your strength, so that they may rejoice for ever in the protection of your loving providence; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
The Thursday in the Fourth Week of Lent
Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand. matthew 3:2
The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: * O come, let us adore him.
47, 48
Exod 27
Matt 24:29-end
For I acknowledge my faults, and my sin is ever before me. psalm 51:3
49
Prov 18
Eph 2:1-10
Gracious Father, whose blessed Son Jesus Christ came down from heaven to be the true bread which gives life to the world: Evermore give us this bread, that he may live in us, and we in him; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty and everlasting God, you called your servant N. to preach the Gospel to the people of _________ [or to the __________ people]: Raise up in this and every land evangelists and heralds of your kingdom, that your Church may proclaim the unsearchable riches of our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Keep this your family, Lord, with your never-failing mercy, that relying solely on the help of your heavenly grace, they may be upheld by your divine protection; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Cuthbert, Bishop-Abbot of Lindisfarne and Missionary, 687
Turn your face from my sins, and blot out all my misdeeds. psalm 51:9
The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: * O come, let us adore him.
50
Exod 28 † 1-6,15-21,29-43
Matt 25:1-30
To the Lord our God belong mercy and forgiveness, for we have rebelled against him. daniel 9:9
51
Prov 19
Eph 2:11-end
Gracious Father, whose blessed Son Jesus Christ came down from heaven to be the true bread which gives life to the world: Evermore give us this bread, that he may live in us, and we in him; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you gave your servant N. boldness to confess the Name of our Savior Jesus Christ before the rulers of this world, and courage to die for this faith: Grant that we may always be ready to give a reason for the hope that is in us, and to suffer gladly for the sake of our Lord Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Keep this your family, Lord, with your never-failing mercy, that relying solely on the help of your heavenly grace, they may be upheld by your divine protection; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Thomas Cranmer, Archbishop of Canterbury and Martyr, 1556
If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me. mark 8:34
The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: * O come, let us adore him.
52, 53, 54
Exod 29 † 1-18,35-46
Matt 25:31-end
If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. 1 john 1:8-9
55
Prov 20
Eph 3
Almighty God, you alone can bring into order the unruly wills and affections of sinners: Grant your people grace to love what you command and desire what you promise; that, among the swift and varied changes of this world, our hearts may surely there be fixed where true joys are to be found; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
O God, our heavenly Father, you raised up your faithful servant N. to be a [Bishop and] pastor in your Church and to feed your flock: Give abundantly to all pastors the gifts of your Holy Spirit, that they may minister in your household as true servants of Christ and stewards of your divine mysteries; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Look mercifully on this your family, Almighty God, that by your great goodness they may be governed and preserved evermore; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
James De Koven, Priest, 1879
Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand. matthew 3:2
The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: * O come, let us adore him.
56, 57
Exod 30 † 1-3,7-33
Matt 26:1-30
For I acknowledge my faults, and my sin is ever before me. psalm 51:3
58, 60
Prov 21
Eph 4:1-16
Almighty God, you alone can bring into order the unruly wills and affections of sinners: Grant your people grace to love what you command and desire what you promise; that, among the swift and varied changes of this world, our hearts may surely there be fixed where true joys are to be found; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty and everlasting God, you called your servant N. to preach the Gospel to the people of _________ [or to the __________ people]: Raise up in this and every land evangelists and heralds of your kingdom, that your Church may proclaim the unsearchable riches of our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Look mercifully on this your family, Almighty God, that by your great goodness they may be governed and preserved evermore; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Gregory the Illuminator, Missionary to Armenia, 333
Turn your face from my sins, and blot out all my misdeeds. psalm 51:9
The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: * O come, let us adore him.
59
Exod 31
Matt 26:31-56
To the Lord our God belong mercy and forgiveness, for we have rebelled against him. daniel 9:9
63, 64
Prov 22
Eph 4:17-end
Almighty God, you alone can bring into order the unruly wills and affections of sinners: Grant your people grace to love what you command and desire what you promise; that, among the swift and varied changes of this world, our hearts may surely there be fixed where true joys are to be found; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Look down in mercy, Lord, on your people who kneel before you; and grant that those whom you have nourished by your Word and Sacraments may bring forth fruit worthy of repentance; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me. mark 8:34
The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: * O come, let us adore him.
113, 138
Exod 32 † 1-29
Luke 1:26-38
If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. 1 john 1:8-9
131, 132
Prov 23
Eph 5:1-17
Almighty God, you alone can bring into order the unruly wills and affections of sinners: Grant your people grace to love what you command and desire what you promise; that, among the swift and varied changes of this world, our hearts may surely there be fixed where true joys are to be found; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you have surrounded us with a great cloud of witnesses: Grant that we, encouraged by the good example of your servant N., may persevere in running the race that is set before us, until at last, with him, we attain to your eternal joy; through Jesus Christ, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. Or this: Almighty God, by your Holy Spirit you have made us one with your saints in heaven and on earth: Grant that in our earthly pilgrimage we may always be supported by this fellowship of love and prayer, and know ourselves to be surrounded by their witness to your power and mercy; for the sake of Jesus Christ, in whom all our intercessions are acceptable through the Spirit, and who lives and reigns with you and the same Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Look down in mercy, Lord, on your people who kneel before you; and grant that those whom you have nourished by your Word and Sacraments may bring forth fruit worthy of repentance; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
The Wednesday in the Fifth Week of Lent
Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand. matthew 3:2
The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: * O come, let us adore him.
61, 62
Exod 33
Matt 26:57-end
For I acknowledge my faults, and my sin is ever before me. psalm 51:3
65, 67
Prov 24 † 1-14,23-34
Eph 5:18-end
Almighty God, you alone can bring into order the unruly wills and affections of sinners: Grant your people grace to love what you command and desire what you promise; that, among the swift and varied changes of this world, our hearts may surely there be fixed where true joys are to be found; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Look with compassion, O Lord, upon this your people; that, continuing to rightly observe this holy season, they may learn to know you more fully, and to serve you with a more perfect will; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Turn your face from my sins, and blot out all my misdeeds. psalm 51:9
The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: * O come, let us adore him.
68:1-18
Exod 34 † 1-17,27-35
Matt 27:1-26
To the Lord our God belong mercy and forgiveness, for we have rebelled against him. daniel 9:9
68:19-36v
Prov 25
Eph 6:1-9
Almighty God, you alone can bring into order the unruly wills and affections of sinners: Grant your people grace to love what you command and desire what you promise; that, among the swift and varied changes of this world, our hearts may surely there be fixed where true joys are to be found; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty and everlasting God, you called your servant N. to preach the Gospel to the people of _________ [or to the __________ people]: Raise up in this and every land evangelists and heralds of your kingdom, that your Church may proclaim the unsearchable riches of our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Look with compassion, O Lord, upon this your people; that, continuing to rightly observe this holy season, they may learn to know you more fully, and to serve you with a more perfect will; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Charles Henry Brent, Bishop and Missionary to the Philippines, 1929
If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me. mark 8:34
The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: * O come, let us adore him.
69:1-18v
Exod 35 † 1-10,20-35
Matt 27:27-56
If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. 1 john 1:8-9
69:19-37v
Prov 26
Eph 6:10-end
Almighty God, you alone can bring into order the unruly wills and affections of sinners: Grant your people grace to love what you command and desire what you promise; that, among the swift and varied changes of this world, our hearts may surely there be fixed where true joys are to be found; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Grant, Almighty God, that your people may recognize their weakness and put their whole trust in your strength, so that they may rejoice for ever in the protection of your loving providence; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Is it nothing to you, all you who pass by? Look and see if there is any sorrow like my sorrow, which was brought upon me, which the Lord inflicted on the day of his fierce anger. lamentations 1:12
The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: * O come, let us adore him.
66
Exod 36 † 1-10,18-20,31-38
Matt 27:57-28 end
All we like sheep have gone astray; we have turned every one to his own way; and the Lord has laid on him the iniquity of us all. isaiah 53:6
70, 72
Prov 27
1 Tim 1:1-17
Almighty and everlasting God, in your tender love for us you sent your Son our Savior Jesus Christ to take upon himself our nature, and to suffer death upon the Cross, giving us the example of his great humility: Mercifully grant that we may walk in the way of his suffering, and come to share in his resurrection; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
O God, by your grace your servant N., kindled by the flame of your love, became a burning and shining light in your Church, turning pride into humility and error into truth: Grant that we may be set aflame with the same spirit of love and discipline, and walk before you as children of light; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty God, we beseech you graciously to behold this your family, for whom our Lord Jesus Christ was willing to be betrayed and given into the hands of sinners, and to suffer death upon the Cross; who now lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
John Keble, Priest and Reformer of the Church, 1866
Is it nothing to you, all you who pass by? Look and see if there is any sorrow like my sorrow, which was brought upon me, which the Lord inflicted on the day of his fierce anger. lamentations 1:12
The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: * O come, let us adore him.
71
Exod 37 † 1-11,16-29
Mark 1:1-13
All we like sheep have gone astray; we have turned every one to his own way; and the Lord has laid on him the iniquity of us all. isaiah 53:6
73
Prov 28
1 Tim 1:18-2 end
Almighty God, whose most dear Son went not up to joy but first he suffered pain, and entered not into glory before he was crucified: Mercifully grant that we, walking in the way of the Cross, may find it none other than the way of life and peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty God, we beseech you graciously to behold this your family, for whom our Lord Jesus Christ was willing to be betrayed and given into the hands of sinners, and to suffer death upon the Cross; who now lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Is it nothing to you, all you who pass by? Look and see if there is any sorrow like my sorrow, which was brought upon me, which the Lord inflicted on the day of his fierce anger. lamentations 1:12
The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: * O come, let us adore him.
74
Exod 38 † 1-23
Mark 1:14-31
All we like sheep have gone astray; we have turned every one to his own way; and the Lord has laid on him the iniquity of us all. isaiah 53:6
77
Prov 29
1 Tim 3
O Lord our God, whose blessed Son gave his back to be whipped and did not hide his face from shame and spitting: Give us grace to accept joyfully the sufferings of the present time, confident of the glory that shall be revealed; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
O God, our heavenly Father, you raised up your faithful servant N. to be a [Bishop and] pastor in your Church and to feed your flock: Give abundantly to all pastors the gifts of your Holy Spirit, that they may minister in your household as true servants of Christ and stewards of your divine mysteries; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty God, we beseech you graciously to behold this your family, for whom our Lord Jesus Christ was willing to be betrayed and given into the hands of sinners, and to suffer death upon the Cross; who now lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
John Donne, Priest and Poet, 1631
Is it nothing to you, all you who pass by? Look and see if there is any sorrow like my sorrow, which was brought upon me, which the Lord inflicted on the day of his fierce anger. lamentations 1:12
The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: * O come, let us adore him.
75; 76
Exodus 39 or 39:1–14, 27–43
Mark 1:32–45
All we like sheep have gone astray; we have turned every one to his own way; and the Lord has laid on him the iniquity of us all. isaiah 53:6
79; 82
Proverbs 30 or 30:1–9, 15–33
I Timothy 4
Assist us mercifully with your grace, Lord God of our salvation, that we may enter with joy upon the meditation of those mighty acts by which you have promised us life and immortality; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty and everlasting God, you kindled the flame of your love in the heart of your servant N. to manifest your compassion and mercy to the poor and the persecuted: Grant to us, your humble servants, a like faith and power of love, that we who give thanks for his righteous zeal may profit by his example; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty God, we beseech you graciously to behold this your family, for whom our Lord Jesus Christ was willing to be betrayed and given into the hands of sinners, and to suffer death upon the Cross; who now lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Frederick Denison Maurice, Priest and Renewer of Society, 1872
Is it nothing to you, all you who pass by? Look and see if there is any sorrow like my sorrow, which was brought upon me, which the Lord inflicted on the day of his fierce anger. lamentations 1:12
The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: * O come, let us adore him.
41
Daniel 9
John 13:1–20
All we like sheep have gone astray; we have turned every one to his own way; and the Lord has laid on him the iniquity of us all. isaiah 53:6
142; 143
I Corinthians 10:1–22
John 13:21–38
Almighty Father, whose most dear Son, on the night before he suffered, instituted the Sacrament of his Body and Blood: Mercifully grant that we may receive it in thankful remembrance of Jesus Christ our Savior, who in these holy mysteries gives us a pledge of eternal life; and who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
O God, our heavenly Father, you raised up your faithful servant N. to be a [Bishop and] pastor in your Church and to feed your flock: Give abundantly to all pastors the gifts of your Holy Spirit, that they may minister in your household as true servants of Christ and stewards of your divine mysteries; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty God, we beseech you graciously to behold this your family, for whom our Lord Jesus Christ was willing to be betrayed and given into the hands of sinners, and to suffer death upon the Cross; who now lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Henry Budd, First Native Priest in Canada, 1850
Is it nothing to you, all you who pass by? Look and see if there is any sorrow like my sorrow, which was brought upon me, which the Lord inflicted on the day of his fierce anger. lamentations 1:12
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
40
Lamentations 3:1–36
John 18
All we like sheep have gone astray; we have turned every one to his own way; and the Lord has laid on him the iniquity of us all. isaiah 53:6
102
I Peter 2:11–25
Luke 23:18–49
Almighty God, we beseech you graciously to behold this your family, for whom our Lord Jesus Christ was willing to be betrayed and given into the hands of sinners, and to suffer death upon the cross; who now lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty and everlasting God, you called your servant N. to preach the Gospel to the people of _________ [or to the __________ people]: Raise up in this and every land evangelists and heralds of your kingdom, that your Church may proclaim the unsearchable riches of our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty God, we beseech you graciously to behold this your family, for whom our Lord Jesus Christ was willing to be betrayed and given into the hands of sinners, and to suffer death upon the Cross; who now lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
James Lloyd Breck, Priest and Missionary, 1879
Is it nothing to you, all you who pass by? Look and see if there is any sorrow like my sorrow, which was brought upon me, which the Lord inflicted on the day of his fierce anger. lamentations 1:12
Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
88
Lamentations 3:37–58
Hebrews 4
All we like sheep have gone astray; we have turned every one to his own way; and the Lord has laid on him the iniquity of us all. isaiah 53:6
91
I Peter 4:1–8
Luke 23:50–56
O God, Creator of heaven and earth: Grant that, as the crucified body of your dear Son was laid in the tomb and rested on this holy Sabbath, so we may await with him the coming of the third day, and rise with him to newness of life; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Almighty and everlasting God, you kindled the flame of your love in the heart of your servant N. to manifest your compassion and mercy to the poor and the persecuted: Grant to us, your humble servants, a like faith and power of love, that we who give thanks for his righteous zeal may profit by his example; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty God, we beseech you graciously to behold this your family, for whom our Lord Jesus Christ was willing to be betrayed and given into the hands of sinners, and to suffer death upon the Cross; who now lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Easter Eve / Martin Luther King, Jr., Renewer of Society, 1968
If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. colossians 3:1
Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
118
Exodus 15
Acts 2:22–32
Thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 corinthians 15:57
111; 113; 114
Romans 6
Luke 24:13–43
Almighty God, who through your only-begotten Son Jesus Christ overcame death and opened to us the gate of everlasting life: Grant that we, who celebrate with joy the day of the Lord’s resurrection, may, by your life-giving Spirit, be delivered from sin and raised from death; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
The God of peace, who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus Christ, the great Shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the everlasting covenant, make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is well-pleasing in his sight; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. colossians 3:1
Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
86; 87
Leviticus 16 or 16:1–22, 29–34
Mark 4:35–5:20
Thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 corinthians 15:57
88
Job 4
Titus 3
Grant, we pray, Almighty God, that we who celebrate with reverence the Paschal feast may be made worthy to attain to everlasting joys; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
The God of peace, who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus Christ, the great Shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the everlasting covenant, make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is well-pleasing in his sight; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. colossians 3:1
Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
89:1–18
Leviticus 17
Mark 5:21–43
Thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 corinthians 15:57
89:19–51
Job 5
II Timothy 1
O God, who by the glorious resurrection of your Son Jesus Christ destroyed death and brought life and immortality to light: Grant that we, who have been raised with him, may abide in his presence and rejoice in the hope of eternal glory; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty God, we give you thanks for the ministry of N., who labored that the Church of Jesus Christ might be one: Grant that we, instructed by his teaching and example, and knit together in unity by your Spirit, may ever stand firm upon the one foundation, which is Jesus Christ our Lord; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
The God of peace, who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus Christ, the great Shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the everlasting covenant, make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is well-pleasing in his sight; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
Tikhon, Bishop and Ecumenist, 1925
If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. colossians 3:1
Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
90
Leviticus 18
Mark 6:1–29
Thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 corinthians 15:57
91
Job 6
II Timothy 2
O God, whose blessed Son made himself known to his disciples in the breaking of bread: Open the eyes of our faith, that we may behold him in the fullness of his redeeming work; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
O God, by your grace your servant N., kindled by the flame of your love, became a burning and shining light in your Church, turning pride into humility and error into truth: Grant that we may be set aflame with the same spirit of love and discipline, and walk before you as children of light; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
The God of peace, who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus Christ, the great Shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the everlasting covenant, make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is well-pleasing in his sight; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
William Augustus Muhlenberg, Priest, Reformer of the Church and Renewer of Society, 1877
If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. colossians 3:1
Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
92; 93
Leviticus 19 or 19:1–2, 9–37
Mark 6:30–56
Thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 corinthians 15:57
94
Job 7
II Timothy 3
Almighty God, you show those in error the light of your truth so that they may turn to the path of righteousness: Grant that all who have been reborn into the fellowship of Christ’s Body may show forth in their lives what they profess by their faith; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
The God of peace, who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus Christ, the great Shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the everlasting covenant, make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is well-pleasing in his sight; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. colossians 3:1
Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
95; 96
Leviticus 20
Mark 7:1–23
Thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 corinthians 15:57
97; 98
Job 8
II Timothy 4
Almighty Father, who gave your only Son to die for our sins and to rise for our justification: Give us grace so to put away the leaven of malice and wickedness, that we may always serve you in purity of life; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
O God, our heavenly Father, you raised up your faithful servant N. to be a [Bishop and] pastor in your Church and to feed your flock: Give abundantly to all pastors the gifts of your Holy Spirit, that they may minister in your household as true servants of Christ and stewards of your divine mysteries; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The God of peace, who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus Christ, the great Shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the everlasting covenant, make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is well-pleasing in his sight; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
William Law, Priest and Teacher of the Faith, 1761
If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. colossians 3:1
Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
99; 100; 101
Leviticus 23 or 23:9–32, 39–43
Mark 7:24–8:10
Thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 corinthians 15:57
102
Job 9
Hebrews 1
Heavenly Father, you have delivered us from the dominion of sin and death, and brought us into the kingdom of your beloved Son: Grant that, as by his death he has called us to life, so by his love he may raise us to eternal joys; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty and everlasting God, you called your servant N. to preach the Gospel to the people of _________ [or to the __________ people]: Raise up in this and every land evangelists and heralds of your kingdom, that your Church may proclaim the unsearchable riches of our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
The God of peace, who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus Christ, the great Shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the everlasting covenant, make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is well-pleasing in his sight; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
George Augustus Selwyn, Bishop and Missionary to New Zealand, 1878
If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. colossians 3:1
Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
103
Leviticus 26 or 26:3–20, 38–46
Mark 8:11–38
Thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 corinthians 15:57
104
Job 10
Hebrews 2
Almighty and everlasting God, who in the Paschal mystery established the new covenant of reconciliation: Grant that all who have been reborn into the fellowship of Christ’s Body may show forth in their lives what they profess by their faith; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The God of peace, who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus Christ, the great Shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the everlasting covenant, make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is well-pleasing in his sight; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. colossians 3:1
Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
105:1–22
Numbers 6
Mark 9:1–29
Thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 corinthians 15:57
105:23–44
Job 11
Hebrews 3
Almighty and everlasting God, who in the Paschal mystery established the new covenant of reconciliation: Grant that all who have been reborn into the fellowship of Christ’s Body may show forth in their lives what they profess by their faith; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The God of peace, who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus Christ, the great Shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the everlasting covenant, make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is well-pleasing in his sight; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. colossians 3:1
Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
106:1–18
Numbers 8 or 8:5–26
Mark 9:30–50
Thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 corinthians 15:57
106:19–46
Job 12
Hebrews 4:1–13
Almighty and everlasting God, who in the Paschal mystery established the new covenant of reconciliation: Grant that all who have been reborn into the fellowship of Christ’s Body may show forth in their lives what they profess by their faith; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The God of peace, who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus Christ, the great Shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the everlasting covenant, make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is well-pleasing in his sight; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. colossians 3:1
Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
107:1–22
Numbers 11 or 11:4–6, 10–33
Mark 10:1–31
Thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 corinthians 15:57
107:23–43
Job 13
Hebrews 4:14–5:10
Almighty and everlasting God, who in the Paschal mystery established the new covenant of reconciliation: Grant that all who have been reborn into the fellowship of Christ’s Body may show forth in their lives what they profess by their faith; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The God of peace, who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus Christ, the great Shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the everlasting covenant, make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is well-pleasing in his sight; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. colossians 3:1
Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
108; 110
Numbers 12
Mark 10:32–52
Thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 corinthians 15:57
109
Job 14
Hebrews 5:11–6:20
Almighty and everlasting God, who in the Paschal mystery established the new covenant of reconciliation: Grant that all who have been reborn into the fellowship of Christ’s Body may show forth in their lives what they profess by their faith; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The God of peace, who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus Christ, the great Shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the everlasting covenant, make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is well-pleasing in his sight; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. colossians 3:1
Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
111; 112
Numbers 13 or 13:1–3, 17–33
Mark 11:1–26
Thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 corinthians 15:57
113; 114
Job 15
Hebrews 7
Almighty and everlasting God, who in the Paschal mystery established the new covenant of reconciliation: Grant that all who have been reborn into the fellowship of Christ’s Body may show forth in their lives what they profess by their faith; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The God of peace, who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus Christ, the great Shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the everlasting covenant, make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is well-pleasing in his sight; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. colossians 3:1
Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
115
Numbers 14 or 14:1–31
Mark 11:27–12:12
Thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 corinthians 15:57
116; 117
Job 16
Hebrews 8
Almighty and everlasting God, who in the Paschal mystery established the new covenant of reconciliation: Grant that all who have been reborn into the fellowship of Christ’s Body may show forth in their lives what they profess by their faith; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The God of peace, who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus Christ, the great Shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the everlasting covenant, make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is well-pleasing in his sight; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. colossians 3:1
Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
119:1–24
Numbers 15 or 15:22–41
Mark 12:13–34
Thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 corinthians 15:57
119:25–48
Job 17
Hebrews 9:1–14
Almighty God, you gave your only Son to be for us both a sacrifice for sin and an example of godly living: Give us grace thankfully to receive his inestimable benefits, and daily to follow the blessed steps of his most holy life; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you gave your servant N. boldness to confess the Name of our Savior Jesus Christ before the rulers of this world, and courage to die for this faith: Grant that we may always be ready to give a reason for the hope that is in us, and to suffer gladly for the sake of our Lord Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The God of peace, who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus Christ, the great Shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the everlasting covenant, make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is well-pleasing in his sight; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
Alphege, Archbishop of Canterbury and Martyr, 1012
If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. colossians 3:1
Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
119:49–72
Numbers 16 or 16:1–11, 20–38
Mark 12:35–13:13
Thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 corinthians 15:57
119:73–88
Job 18
Hebrews 9:15–28
Almighty God, you gave your only Son to be for us both a sacrifice for sin and an example of godly living: Give us grace thankfully to receive his inestimable benefits, and daily to follow the blessed steps of his most holy life; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The God of peace, who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus Christ, the great Shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the everlasting covenant, make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is well-pleasing in his sight; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. colossians 3:1
Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
119:89–104
Numbers 17
Mark 13:14–37
Thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 corinthians 15:57
119:105–128
Job 19
Hebrews 10:1–18
Almighty God, you gave your only Son to be for us both a sacrifice for sin and an example of godly living: Give us grace thankfully to receive his inestimable benefits, and daily to follow the blessed steps of his most holy life; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
O God, our heavenly Father, you raised up your faithful servant N. to be a [Bishop and] pastor in your Church and to feed your flock: Give abundantly to all pastors the gifts of your Holy Spirit, that they may minister in your household as true servants of Christ and stewards of your divine mysteries; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The God of peace, who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus Christ, the great Shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the everlasting covenant, make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is well-pleasing in his sight; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
Anselm, Archbishop of Canterbury and Teacher of the Faith, 1109
If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. colossians 3:1
Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
119:129–152
Numbers 18 or 18:1–24
Mark 14:1–25
Thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 corinthians 15:57
119:153–176
Job 20
Hebrews 10:19–39
Almighty God, you gave your only Son to be for us both a sacrifice for sin and an example of godly living: Give us grace thankfully to receive his inestimable benefits, and daily to follow the blessed steps of his most holy life; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The God of peace, who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus Christ, the great Shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the everlasting covenant, make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is well-pleasing in his sight; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. colossians 3:1
Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
118
Numbers 20
Mark 14:26–52
Thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 corinthians 15:57
120; 121
Job 21
Hebrews 11
Almighty God, you gave your only Son to be for us both a sacrifice for sin and an example of godly living: Give us grace thankfully to receive his inestimable benefits, and daily to follow the blessed steps of his most holy life; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you gave your servant N. boldness to confess the Name of our Savior Jesus Christ before the rulers of this world, and courage to die for this faith: Grant that we may always be ready to give a reason for the hope that is in us, and to suffer gladly for the sake of our Lord Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The God of peace, who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus Christ, the great Shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the everlasting covenant, make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is well-pleasing in his sight; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
George, Martyr, c. 304
If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. colossians 3:1
Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
122; 123
Numbers 21 or 21:4–9, 21–35
Mark 14:53–72
Thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 corinthians 15:57
124; 125; 126
Job 22
Hebrews 12:1–17
Almighty God, you gave your only Son to be for us both a sacrifice for sin and an example of godly living: Give us grace thankfully to receive his inestimable benefits, and daily to follow the blessed steps of his most holy life; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty God, we give you thanks for the ministry of N., who labored that the Church of Jesus Christ might be one: Grant that we, instructed by his teaching and example, and knit together in unity by your Spirit, may ever stand firm upon the one foundation, which is Jesus Christ our Lord; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
The God of peace, who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus Christ, the great Shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the everlasting covenant, make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is well-pleasing in his sight; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
Arthur Michael Ramsey, Archbishop of Canterbury, Ecumenist and Teacher of the Faith, 1988
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
127; 128
Acts 12:11–25
Mark 15
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
129; 130; 131
Job 23
Hebrews 12:18–29
Almighty God, by the hand of Mark the evangelist you have given to your Church the Gospel of Jesus Christ: We thank you for his witness, and pray that you will give us grace to know the truth, and not to be carried about by every wind of false doctrine, that we may know Jesus Christ as our Lord and Savior; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty and everlasting God, you called your servant N. to preach the Gospel to the people of _________ [or to the __________ people]: Raise up in this and every land evangelists and heralds of your kingdom, that your Church may proclaim the unsearchable riches of our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
The Third Saturday of Easter
If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. colossians 3:1
Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
132; 133
Numbers 22 or 22:1–35
Mark 16
Thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 corinthians 15:57
134; 135
Job 24
Hebrews 13
O God, whose Son Jesus Christ is the Good Shepherd of your people: Grant that, when we hear his voice, we may know him who calls us each by name, and follow where he leads; who, with you and the Holy Spirit, lives and reigns, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The God of peace, who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus Christ, the great Shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the everlasting covenant, make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is well-pleasing in his sight; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. colossians 3:1
Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
136
Numbers 23 or 23:1–26
Luke 1:1–23
Thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 corinthians 15:57
137; 138
Job 25; 26
James 1
O God, whose Son Jesus Christ is the Good Shepherd of your people: Grant that, when we hear his voice, we may know him who calls us each by name, and follow where he leads; who, with you and the Holy Spirit, lives and reigns, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The God of peace, who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus Christ, the great Shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the everlasting covenant, make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is well-pleasing in his sight; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. colossians 3:1
Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
139
Numbers 24
Luke 1:24–56
Thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 corinthians 15:57
141; 142
Job 27
James 2:1–13
O God, whose Son Jesus Christ is the Good Shepherd of your people: Grant that, when we hear his voice, we may know him who calls us each by name, and follow where he leads; who, with you and the Holy Spirit, lives and reigns, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The God of peace, who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus Christ, the great Shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the everlasting covenant, make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is well-pleasing in his sight; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. colossians 3:1
Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
140
Numbers 25
Luke 1:57–80
Thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 corinthians 15:57
143
Job 28
James 2:14–26
O God, whose Son Jesus Christ is the Good Shepherd of your people: Grant that, when we hear his voice, we may know him who calls us each by name, and follow where he leads; who, with you and the Holy Spirit, lives and reigns, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
O God, by your grace your servant N., kindled by the flame of your love, became a burning and shining light in your Church, turning pride into humility and error into truth: Grant that we may be set aflame with the same spirit of love and discipline, and walk before you as children of light; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
The God of peace, who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus Christ, the great Shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the everlasting covenant, make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is well-pleasing in his sight; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
Catherine of Siena, Reformer of the Church, 1380
If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. colossians 3:1
Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
144
Deuteronomy 1 or 1:1–21, 26–33
Luke 2:1–21
Thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 corinthians 15:57
145
Job 29
James 3
O God, whose Son Jesus Christ is the Good Shepherd of your people: Grant that, when we hear his voice, we may know him who calls us each by name, and follow where he leads; who, with you and the Holy Spirit, lives and reigns, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The God of peace, who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus Christ, the great Shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the everlasting covenant, make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is well-pleasing in his sight; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
146
Deuteronomy 2 or 2:1–9, 14–19, 24–37
Luke 2:22–52
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
147
James 4
John 1:43–51
Almighty God, you gave to your apostles Philip and James the grace and strength to bear witness to Jesus as the way, the truth, and the life: Grant that we, being mindful of their victory of faith, may glorify in life and death the Name of our Lord Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty and everlasting God, you called your servant N. to preach the Gospel to the people of _________ [or to the __________ people]: Raise up in this and every land evangelists and heralds of your kingdom, that your Church may proclaim the unsearchable riches of our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
The Fourth Friday of Easter
If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. colossians 3:1
Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
148
Deuteronomy 3
Luke 3:1–22
Thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 corinthians 15:57
149; 150
Job 30
James 5
O God, whose Son Jesus Christ is the Good Shepherd of your people: Grant that, when we hear his voice, we may know him who calls us each by name, and follow where he leads; who, with you and the Holy Spirit, lives and reigns, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
O God, our heavenly Father, you raised up your faithful servant N. to be a [Bishop and] pastor in your Church and to feed your flock: Give abundantly to all pastors the gifts of your Holy Spirit, that they may minister in your household as true servants of Christ and stewards of your divine mysteries; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The God of peace, who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus Christ, the great Shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the everlasting covenant, make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is well-pleasing in his sight; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
Athanasius, Bishop of Alexandria and Teacher of the Faith, 373
If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. colossians 3:1
Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
1; 2
Deuteronomy 4 or 4:1–18, 24–40
Luke 3:23–38
Thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 corinthians 15:57
3; 4
Job 31 or 31:1–23, 35–40
I Peter 1:1–21
Almighty God, whom truly to know is everlasting life: Grant us so perfectly to know your Son Jesus Christ to be the way, the truth, and the life, that we may steadfastly follow his steps in the way that leads to eternal glory; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The God of peace, who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus Christ, the great Shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the everlasting covenant, make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is well-pleasing in his sight; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. colossians 3:1
Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
5; 6
Deuteronomy 5
Luke 4:1–30
Thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 corinthians 15:57
7
Job 32
I Peter 1:22–2:10
Almighty God, whom truly to know is everlasting life: Grant us so perfectly to know your Son Jesus Christ to be the way, the truth, and the life, that we may steadfastly follow his steps in the way that leads to eternal glory; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The God of peace, who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus Christ, the great Shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the everlasting covenant, make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is well-pleasing in his sight; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. colossians 3:1
Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
9
Deuteronomy 6
Luke 4:31–44
Thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 corinthians 15:57
10
Job 33
I Peter 2:11–3:7
Almighty God, whom truly to know is everlasting life: Grant us so perfectly to know your Son Jesus Christ to be the way, the truth, and the life, that we may steadfastly follow his steps in the way that leads to eternal glory; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The God of peace, who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus Christ, the great Shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the everlasting covenant, make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is well-pleasing in his sight; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. colossians 3:1
Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
8; 11
Deuteronomy 7
Luke 5:1–16
Thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 corinthians 15:57
15; 16
Job 34 or 34:1–15, 21–28, 31–37
I Peter 3:8–4:6
Almighty God, whom truly to know is everlasting life: Grant us so perfectly to know your Son Jesus Christ to be the way, the truth, and the life, that we may steadfastly follow his steps in the way that leads to eternal glory; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The God of peace, who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus Christ, the great Shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the everlasting covenant, make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is well-pleasing in his sight; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. colossians 3:1
Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
12; 13; 14
Deuteronomy 8
Luke 5:17–39
Thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 corinthians 15:57
17
Job 35
I Peter 4:7–19
Almighty God, whom truly to know is everlasting life: Grant us so perfectly to know your Son Jesus Christ to be the way, the truth, and the life, that we may steadfastly follow his steps in the way that leads to eternal glory; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The God of peace, who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus Christ, the great Shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the everlasting covenant, make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is well-pleasing in his sight; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. colossians 3:1
Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
18:1–20
Deuteronomy 9
Luke 6:1–19
Thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 corinthians 15:57
18:21–52
Job 36
I Peter 5
Almighty God, whom truly to know is everlasting life: Grant us so perfectly to know your Son Jesus Christ to be the way, the truth, and the life, that we may steadfastly follow his steps in the way that leads to eternal glory; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you have surrounded us with a great cloud of witnesses: Grant that we, encouraged by the good example of your servant N., may persevere in running the race that is set before us, until at last, with him, we attain to your eternal joy; through Jesus Christ, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. Or this: Almighty God, by your Holy Spirit you have made us one with your saints in heaven and on earth: Grant that in our earthly pilgrimage we may always be supported by this fellowship of love and prayer, and know ourselves to be surrounded by their witness to your power and mercy; for the sake of Jesus Christ, in whom all our intercessions are acceptable through the Spirit, and who lives and reigns with you and the same Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The God of peace, who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus Christ, the great Shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the everlasting covenant, make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is well-pleasing in his sight; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
Julian of Norwich, Anchoress, c. 1417
If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. colossians 3:1
Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
19
Deuteronomy 10
Luke 6:20–38
Thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 corinthians 15:57
20; 21
Job 37
II Peter 1
Almighty God, whom truly to know is everlasting life: Grant us so perfectly to know your Son Jesus Christ to be the way, the truth, and the life, that we may steadfastly follow his steps in the way that leads to eternal glory; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
O God, our heavenly Father, you raised up your faithful servant N. to be a [Bishop and] pastor in your Church and to feed your flock: Give abundantly to all pastors the gifts of your Holy Spirit, that they may minister in your household as true servants of Christ and stewards of your divine mysteries; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The God of peace, who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus Christ, the great Shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the everlasting covenant, make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is well-pleasing in his sight; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
Gregory of Nazianzus, Bishop of Constantinople and Teacher of the Faith, 389
If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. colossians 3:1
Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
22
Deuteronomy 11
Luke 6:39–7:10
Thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 corinthians 15:57
23; 24
Job 38 or 38:1–27, 31–33
II Peter 2
O God, you have prepared for those who love you such good things as surpass our understanding: Pour into our hearts such love towards you, that we, loving you in all things and above all things, may obtain your promises, which exceed all that we can desire; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The God of peace, who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus Christ, the great Shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the everlasting covenant, make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is well-pleasing in his sight; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. colossians 3:1
Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
25
Deuteronomy 12
Luke 7:11–35
Thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 corinthians 15:57
27
Job 39
II Peter 3
O God, you have prepared for those who love you such good things as surpass our understanding: Pour into our hearts such love towards you, that we, loving you in all things and above all things, may obtain your promises, which exceed all that we can desire; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you have surrounded us with a great cloud of witnesses: Grant that we, encouraged by the good example of your servant N., may persevere in running the race that is set before us, until at last, with him, we attain to your eternal joy; through Jesus Christ, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. Or this: Almighty God, by your Holy Spirit you have made us one with your saints in heaven and on earth: Grant that in our earthly pilgrimage we may always be supported by this fellowship of love and prayer, and know ourselves to be surrounded by their witness to your power and mercy; for the sake of Jesus Christ, in whom all our intercessions are acceptable through the Spirit, and who lives and reigns with you and the same Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The God of peace, who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus Christ, the great Shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the everlasting covenant, make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is well-pleasing in his sight; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
Rogation Day
If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. colossians 3:1
Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
26; 28
Deuteronomy 13
Luke 7:36–50
Thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 corinthians 15:57
31
Job 40
Jude
O God, you have prepared for those who love you such good things as surpass our understanding: Pour into our hearts such love towards you, that we, loving you in all things and above all things, may obtain your promises, which exceed all that we can desire; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you have surrounded us with a great cloud of witnesses: Grant that we, encouraged by the good example of your servant N., may persevere in running the race that is set before us, until at last, with him, we attain to your eternal joy; through Jesus Christ, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. Or this: Almighty God, by your Holy Spirit you have made us one with your saints in heaven and on earth: Grant that in our earthly pilgrimage we may always be supported by this fellowship of love and prayer, and know ourselves to be surrounded by their witness to your power and mercy; for the sake of Jesus Christ, in whom all our intercessions are acceptable through the Spirit, and who lives and reigns with you and the same Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The God of peace, who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus Christ, the great Shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the everlasting covenant, make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is well-pleasing in his sight; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
Rogation Day
If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. colossians 3:1
Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
29; 30
Deuteronomy 14
Luke 8:1–21
Thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 corinthians 15:57
33
Job 41
I John 1:1–2:6
O God, you have prepared for those who love you such good things as surpass our understanding: Pour into our hearts such love towards you, that we, loving you in all things and above all things, may obtain your promises, which exceed all that we can desire; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you have surrounded us with a great cloud of witnesses: Grant that we, encouraged by the good example of your servant N., may persevere in running the race that is set before us, until at last, with him, we attain to your eternal joy; through Jesus Christ, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. Or this: Almighty God, by your Holy Spirit you have made us one with your saints in heaven and on earth: Grant that in our earthly pilgrimage we may always be supported by this fellowship of love and prayer, and know ourselves to be surrounded by their witness to your power and mercy; for the sake of Jesus Christ, in whom all our intercessions are acceptable through the Spirit, and who lives and reigns with you and the same Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The God of peace, who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus Christ, the great Shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the everlasting covenant, make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is well-pleasing in his sight; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
Rogation Day
Since then we have a great high priest who has passed through the heavens, Jesus, the Son of God, let us hold fast our confession. Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need. hebrews 4:14, 16
Alleluia. Christ the Lord has ascended into heaven: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
8; 47
II Kings 2
Ephesians 4:1–17
For Christ has entered, not into holy places made with hands, which are copies of the true things, but into heaven itself, now to appear in the presence of God on our behalf. hebrews 9:24
21; 24
Hebrews 8
Luke 24:44–53
Almighty God, whose only-begotten Son our Lord Jesus Christ ascended into heaven: May our hearts and minds also there ascend, and with him continually dwell; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. colossians 3:1
Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
32; 36
Deuteronomy 16
Luke 9:1–17
Thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 corinthians 15:57
38
Ecclesiastes 1
I John 3:1–10
Almighty God, whose only-begotten Son our Lord Jesus Christ ascended into heaven: May our hearts and minds also there ascend, and with him continually dwell; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
O God, your blessed Son became poor for our sake, and chose the Cross over the kingdoms of this world: Deliver us from an inordinate love of worldly things, that we, inspired by the devotion of your servant N., may seek you with singleness of heart, behold your glory by faith, and attain to the riches of your everlasting kingdom, where we shall be united with our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
The God of peace, who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus Christ, the great Shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the everlasting covenant, make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is well-pleasing in his sight; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
Pachomius, Abbot and Organizer of Monasticism, 346
If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. colossians 3:1
Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
37:1–17
Deuteronomy 17
Luke 9:18–50
Thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 corinthians 15:57
37:18–41
Ecclesiastes 2
I John 3:11–4:6
Almighty God, whose only-begotten Son our Lord Jesus Christ ascended into heaven: May our hearts and minds also there ascend, and with him continually dwell; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you gave your servant N. boldness to confess the Name of our Savior Jesus Christ before the rulers of this world, and courage to die for this faith: Grant that we may always be ready to give a reason for the hope that is in us, and to suffer gladly for the sake of our Lord Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The God of peace, who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus Christ, the great Shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the everlasting covenant, make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is well-pleasing in his sight; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
The Martyrs of the Sudan, 2011
If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. colossians 3:1
Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
40
Deuteronomy 18
Luke 9:51–62
Thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 corinthians 15:57
39; 41
Ecclesiastes 3
I John 4:7–21
O God, the King of glory, you have exalted your only Son Jesus Christ with great triumph to your kingdom in heaven: Do not leave us comfortless, but send us your Holy Spirit to strengthen us, and exalt us to that place where our Savior Christ has gone before; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, in glory everlasting. Amen.
The God of peace, who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus Christ, the great Shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the everlasting covenant, make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is well-pleasing in his sight; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. colossians 3:1
Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
42; 43
Deuteronomy 19
Luke 10:1–24
Thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 corinthians 15:57
44
Ecclesiastes 4
I John 5
O God, the King of glory, you have exalted your only Son Jesus Christ with great triumph to your kingdom in heaven: Do not leave us comfortless, but send us your Holy Spirit to strengthen us, and exalt us to that place where our Savior Christ has gone before; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, in glory everlasting. Amen.
The God of peace, who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus Christ, the great Shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the everlasting covenant, make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is well-pleasing in his sight; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. colossians 3:1
Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
45
Deuteronomy 20
Luke 10:25–42
Thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 corinthians 15:57
46
Ecclesiastes 5
II John
O God, the King of glory, you have exalted your only Son Jesus Christ with great triumph to your kingdom in heaven: Do not leave us comfortless, but send us your Holy Spirit to strengthen us, and exalt us to that place where our Savior Christ has gone before; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, in glory everlasting. Amen.
O God, by your grace your servant N., kindled by the flame of your love, became a burning and shining light in your Church, turning pride into humility and error into truth: Grant that we may be set aflame with the same spirit of love and discipline, and walk before you as children of light; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
The God of peace, who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus Christ, the great Shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the everlasting covenant, make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is well-pleasing in his sight; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
Dunstan, Archbishop of Canterbury and Reformer of the Church, 988
If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. colossians 3:1
Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
47; 48
Deuteronomy 21
Luke 11:1–28
Thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 corinthians 15:57
49
Ecclesiastes 6
III John
O God, the King of glory, you have exalted your only Son Jesus Christ with great triumph to your kingdom in heaven: Do not leave us comfortless, but send us your Holy Spirit to strengthen us, and exalt us to that place where our Savior Christ has gone before; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, in glory everlasting. Amen.
O God, your blessed Son became poor for our sake, and chose the Cross over the kingdoms of this world: Deliver us from an inordinate love of worldly things, that we, inspired by the devotion of your servant N., may seek you with singleness of heart, behold your glory by faith, and attain to the riches of your everlasting kingdom, where we shall be united with our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
The God of peace, who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus Christ, the great Shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the everlasting covenant, make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is well-pleasing in his sight; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
Alcuin, Deacon and Abbot of Tours, 804
If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. colossians 3:1
Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
50
Deuteronomy 22
Luke 11:29–54
Thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 corinthians 15:57
51
Ecclesiastes 7
Acts 1:1–14
O God, the King of glory, you have exalted your only Son Jesus Christ with great triumph to your kingdom in heaven: Do not leave us comfortless, but send us your Holy Spirit to strengthen us, and exalt us to that place where our Savior Christ has gone before; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, in glory everlasting. Amen.
Almighty God, you have surrounded us with a great cloud of witnesses: Grant that we, encouraged by the good example of your servant N., may persevere in running the race that is set before us, until at last, with him, we attain to your eternal joy; through Jesus Christ, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. Or this: Almighty God, by your Holy Spirit you have made us one with your saints in heaven and on earth: Grant that in our earthly pilgrimage we may always be supported by this fellowship of love and prayer, and know ourselves to be surrounded by their witness to your power and mercy; for the sake of Jesus Christ, in whom all our intercessions are acceptable through the Spirit, and who lives and reigns with you and the same Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The God of peace, who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus Christ, the great Shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the everlasting covenant, make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is well-pleasing in his sight; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
Helena, Mother of Constantine, Protector of the Holy Places, 330
If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. colossians 3:1
Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
52; 53; 54
Deuteronomy 23
Luke 12:1–34
Thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 corinthians 15:57
55
Ecclesiastes 8
Acts 1:15–26
O God, the King of glory, you have exalted your only Son Jesus Christ with great triumph to your kingdom in heaven: Do not leave us comfortless, but send us your Holy Spirit to strengthen us, and exalt us to that place where our Savior Christ has gone before; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, in glory everlasting. Amen.
The God of peace, who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus Christ, the great Shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the everlasting covenant, make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is well-pleasing in his sight; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. colossians 3:1
Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
56; 57
Deuteronomy 24
Luke 12:35–53
Thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 corinthians 15:57
58; 60
Ecclesiastes 9
Acts 2:1–21
O God, the King of glory, you have exalted your only Son Jesus Christ with great triumph to your kingdom in heaven: Do not leave us comfortless, but send us your Holy Spirit to strengthen us, and exalt us to that place where our Savior Christ has gone before; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, in glory everlasting. Amen.
The God of peace, who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus Christ, the great Shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the everlasting covenant, make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is well-pleasing in his sight; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
You will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth. acts 1:8
Alleluia. The Spirit of the Lord renews the face of the earth: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
48
Isaiah 11
John 16:1–15
The Spirit and the Bride say, "Come." And let the one who hears say, "Come." And let the one who is thirsty come; let the one who desires take the water of life without price. revelation 22:17
145
Acts 2
Acts 10:34–48
Almighty God, on this day, through the outpouring of the Holy Spirit, you revealed the way of eternal life to every race and nation: Pour out this gift anew, that by the preaching of the Gospel your salvation may reach to the ends of the earth; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty and everlasting God, you called your servant N. to preach the Gospel to the people of _________ [or to the __________ people]: Raise up in this and every land evangelists and heralds of your kingdom, that your Church may proclaim the unsearchable riches of our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
The Spirit of truth lead you into all truth, giving you grace to confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, and to proclaim the wonderful works of God; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
Jackson Kemper, First Missionary Bishop in the United States, 1870
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
61; 62
Deuteronomy 26
Luke 13:10–35
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
65; 67
Ecclesiastes 11
Acts 3:1–4:4
O Lord, we entreat you mercifully to hear us, and grant that we, to whom you have given the desire to pray, may by your mighty aid be defended and comforted in all our adversities; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
O God, our heavenly Father, you raised up your faithful servant N. to be a [Bishop and] pastor in your Church and to feed your flock: Give abundantly to all pastors the gifts of your Holy Spirit, that they may minister in your household as true servants of Christ and stewards of your divine mysteries; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Bede the Venerable, Priest and Monk of Jarrow, Teacher of the Faith, 735 / Memorial Day (United States)
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
68:1–18
Deuteronomy 27
Luke 14:1–24
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
68:19–36
Ecclesiastes 12
Acts 4:5–31
O Lord, we entreat you mercifully to hear us, and grant that we, to whom you have given the desire to pray, may by your mighty aid be defended and comforted in all our adversities; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty and everlasting God, you called your servant N. to preach the Gospel to the people of _________ [or to the __________ people]: Raise up in this and every land evangelists and heralds of your kingdom, that your Church may proclaim the unsearchable riches of our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Augustine, First Archbishop of Canterbury and Missionary, 605
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
Alleluia. The Spirit of the Lord renews the face of the earth: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
69:1–18
Deuteronomy 28 or 28:1–25, 64–68
Luke 14:25–15:10
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
69:19–37
Ezekiel 1
Acts 4:32–5:11
O Lord, we entreat you mercifully to hear us, and grant that we, to whom you have given the desire to pray, may by your mighty aid be defended and comforted in all our adversities; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
O God, by your grace your servant N., kindled by the flame of your love, became a burning and shining light in your Church, turning pride into humility and error into truth: Grant that we may be set aflame with the same spirit of love and discipline, and walk before you as children of light; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
John Calvin, Reformer of the Church, 1564 / Ember Day
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
Alleluia. The Spirit of the Lord renews the face of the earth: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
66
Deuteronomy 29
Luke 15:11–32
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
70; 72
Ezekiel 2
Acts 5:12–42
O Lord, we entreat you mercifully to hear us, and grant that we, to whom you have given the desire to pray, may by your mighty aid be defended and comforted in all our adversities; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
Alleluia. The Spirit of the Lord renews the face of the earth: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
71
Deuteronomy 30
Luke 16
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
73
Ezekiel 3
Acts 6:1–7:16
O Lord, we entreat you mercifully to hear us, and grant that we, to whom you have given the desire to pray, may by your mighty aid be defended and comforted in all our adversities; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you have surrounded us with a great cloud of witnesses: Grant that we, encouraged by the good example of your servant N., may persevere in running the race that is set before us, until at last, with him, we attain to your eternal joy; through Jesus Christ, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. Or this: Almighty God, by your Holy Spirit you have made us one with your saints in heaven and on earth: Grant that in our earthly pilgrimage we may always be supported by this fellowship of love and prayer, and know ourselves to be surrounded by their witness to your power and mercy; for the sake of Jesus Christ, in whom all our intercessions are acceptable through the Spirit, and who lives and reigns with you and the same Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Ember Day
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
Alleluia. The Spirit of the Lord renews the face of the earth: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
74
Deuteronomy 31
Luke 17:1–19
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
77
Ezekiel 4
Acts 7:17–34
O Lord, we entreat you mercifully to hear us, and grant that we, to whom you have given the desire to pray, may by your mighty aid be defended and comforted in all our adversities; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty and everlasting God, you kindled the flame of your love in the heart of your servant N. to manifest your compassion and mercy to the poor and the persecuted: Grant to us, your humble servants, a like faith and power of love, that we who give thanks for his righteous zeal may profit by his example; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Josephine Butler, Renewer of Society, 1906 / Ember Day
Holy, holy, holy, is the Lord God Almighty, who was and is and is to come! revelation 4:8
Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, one God: * O come, let us adore him.
75; 76
Deuteronomy 32 or 32:1–10, 15–22, 39–52
Luke 1:39–56
Holy, holy, holy is the Lord of Hosts; the whole earth is full of his glory! isaiah 6:3
79; 82
Ezekiel 5
Acts 7:35–8:3
Almighty and everlasting God, you have given to us your servants grace, by the confession of a true faith, to acknowledge the glory of the eternal Trinity, and in the power of your divine Majesty to worship the Unity: Keep us steadfast in this faith and worship, and bring us at last to see you in your one and eternal glory, O Father; who with the Son and the Holy Spirit live and reign, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you have surrounded us with a great cloud of witnesses: Grant that we, encouraged by the good example of your servant N., may persevere in running the race that is set before us, until at last, with him, we attain to your eternal joy; through Jesus Christ, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. Or this: Almighty God, by your Holy Spirit you have made us one with your saints in heaven and on earth: Grant that in our earthly pilgrimage we may always be supported by this fellowship of love and prayer, and know ourselves to be surrounded by their witness to your power and mercy; for the sake of Jesus Christ, in whom all our intercessions are acceptable through the Spirit, and who lives and reigns with you and the same Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Visitation of the Virgin Mary to Elizabeth and Zechariah
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
78:1–18
Deuteronomy 33
Luke 17:20–37
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
78:19–40
Ezekiel 6
Acts 8:4–25
O God, the protector of all those who trust in you, without whom nothing is strong, nothing is holy: Increase and multiply upon us your mercy, that, with you as our ruler and guide, we may so pass through things temporal that we lose not the things eternal; grant this, heavenly Father, for the sake of your Son Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you gave your servant N. boldness to confess the Name of our Savior Jesus Christ before the rulers of this world, and courage to die for this faith: Grant that we may always be ready to give a reason for the hope that is in us, and to suffer gladly for the sake of our Lord Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Justin, Teacher of the Faith and Martyr at Rome, c. 165
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
78:41–73
Deuteronomy 34
Luke 18:1–30
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
80
Ezekiel 7
Acts 8:26–40
O God, the protector of all those who trust in you, without whom nothing is strong, nothing is holy: Increase and multiply upon us your mercy, that, with you as our ruler and guide, we may so pass through things temporal that we lose not the things eternal; grant this, heavenly Father, for the sake of your Son Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you gave your servant N. boldness to confess the Name of our Savior Jesus Christ before the rulers of this world, and courage to die for this faith: Grant that we may always be ready to give a reason for the hope that is in us, and to suffer gladly for the sake of our Lord Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Blandina and Her Companions, Martyrs at Lyons, 177
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
81
Joshua 1
Luke 18:31–19:10
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
83
Ezekiel 8
Acts 9:1–31
O God, the protector of all those who trust in you, without whom nothing is strong, nothing is holy: Increase and multiply upon us your mercy, that, with you as our ruler and guide, we may so pass through things temporal that we lose not the things eternal; grant this, heavenly Father, for the sake of your Son Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you gave your servant N. boldness to confess the Name of our Savior Jesus Christ before the rulers of this world, and courage to die for this faith: Grant that we may always be ready to give a reason for the hope that is in us, and to suffer gladly for the sake of our Lord Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Martyrs of Uganda, 1886, 1977
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
84
Joshua 2
Luke 19:11–28
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
85
Ezekiel 9
Acts 9:32–43
O God, the protector of all those who trust in you, without whom nothing is strong, nothing is holy: Increase and multiply upon us your mercy, that, with you as our ruler and guide, we may so pass through things temporal that we lose not the things eternal; grant this, heavenly Father, for the sake of your Son Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
O God, by your grace your servant N., kindled by the flame of your love, became a burning and shining light in your Church, turning pride into humility and error into truth: Grant that we may be set aflame with the same spirit of love and discipline, and walk before you as children of light; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
John XXIII, Bishop of Rome, Ecumenist and Reformer of the Church, 1963
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
86; 87
Joshua 3
Luke 19:29–48
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
88
Ezekiel 10
Acts 10:1–23
O God, the protector of all those who trust in you, without whom nothing is strong, nothing is holy: Increase and multiply upon us your mercy, that, with you as our ruler and guide, we may so pass through things temporal that we lose not the things eternal; grant this, heavenly Father, for the sake of your Son Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you gave your servant N. boldness to confess the Name of our Savior Jesus Christ before the rulers of this world, and courage to die for this faith: Grant that we may always be ready to give a reason for the hope that is in us, and to suffer gladly for the sake of our Lord Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Boniface, Archbishop of Mainz, Missionary to the Germans and Martyr, 754
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
89:1–18
Joshua 4
Luke 20:1–26
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
89:19–51
Ezekiel 11
Acts 10:24–48
O God, the protector of all those who trust in you, without whom nothing is strong, nothing is holy: Increase and multiply upon us your mercy, that, with you as our ruler and guide, we may so pass through things temporal that we lose not the things eternal; grant this, heavenly Father, for the sake of your Son Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty and everlasting God, you called your servant N. to preach the Gospel to the people of _________ [or to the __________ people]: Raise up in this and every land evangelists and heralds of your kingdom, that your Church may proclaim the unsearchable riches of our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
William Grant Broughton, Bishop and Missionary to Australia, 1853
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
90
Joshua 5
Luke 20:27–21:4
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
91
Ezekiel 12
Acts 11:1–18
Grant, O Lord, that the course of this world may be so peaceably ordered by your providence, that your Church may joyfully serve you in quiet confidence and godly peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
92; 93
Joshua 6
Luke 21:5–38
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
94
Ezekiel 13
Acts 11:19–30
Grant, O Lord, that the course of this world may be so peaceably ordered by your providence, that your Church may joyfully serve you in quiet confidence and godly peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
O God, our heavenly Father, you raised up your faithful servant N. to be a [Bishop and] pastor in your Church and to feed your flock: Give abundantly to all pastors the gifts of your Holy Spirit, that they may minister in your household as true servants of Christ and stewards of your divine mysteries; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Thomas Ken, Bishop of Bath and Wells, Non-juror, 1711
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
95; 96
Joshua 7
Luke 22:1–38
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
97; 98
Ezekiel 14
Acts 12:1–24
Grant, O Lord, that the course of this world may be so peaceably ordered by your providence, that your Church may joyfully serve you in quiet confidence and godly peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty and everlasting God, you called your servant N. to preach the Gospel to the people of _________ [or to the __________ people]: Raise up in this and every land evangelists and heralds of your kingdom, that your Church may proclaim the unsearchable riches of our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Columba, Abbot of Iona and Missionary to the Scots, 597
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
99; 100; 101
Joshua 8 or 8:1–22, 30–35
Luke 22:39–53
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
102
Ezekiel 15
Acts 12:25–13:12
Grant, O Lord, that the course of this world may be so peaceably ordered by your providence, that your Church may joyfully serve you in quiet confidence and godly peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
O God, our heavenly Father, you raised up your faithful servant N. to be a [Bishop and] pastor in your Church and to feed your flock: Give abundantly to all pastors the gifts of your Holy Spirit, that they may minister in your household as true servants of Christ and stewards of your divine mysteries; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Ephrem of Edessa, Deacon and Teacher of the Faith, 373
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
103
Acts 4:32–37
Luke 22:54–71
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
104
Ezekiel 16 or 16:1–15, 33–47, 59–63
Acts 13:13–43
Grant, O God, that we may follow the example of your faithful servant Barnabas, who, seeking not his own renown but the well-being of your Church, gave generously of his life and substance for the relief of the poor, and went forth courageously in mission for the spread of the Gospel; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty and everlasting God, you called your servant N. to preach the Gospel to the people of _________ [or to the __________ people]: Raise up in this and every land evangelists and heralds of your kingdom, that your Church may proclaim the unsearchable riches of our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
The Thursday in the Second Week After Pentecost
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
105:1–22
Joshua 9
Luke 23:1–25
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
105:23–44
Ezekiel 17
Acts 13:44–14:7
Grant, O Lord, that the course of this world may be so peaceably ordered by your providence, that your Church may joyfully serve you in quiet confidence and godly peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
106:1–18
Joshua 10 or 10:1–27, 40–43
Luke 23:26–49
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
106:19–46
Ezekiel 18
Acts 14:8–28
Grant, O Lord, that the course of this world may be so peaceably ordered by your providence, that your Church may joyfully serve you in quiet confidence and godly peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
107:1–22
Joshua 14 or 14:5–15
Luke 23:50–24:12
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
107:23–43
Ezekiel 33 or 33:1–23, 30–33
Acts 15:1–21
O Lord, from whom all good proceeds: Grant us the inspiration of your Holy Spirit, that we may always think those things that are good, and by your merciful guidance may accomplish the same; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
O God, our heavenly Father, you raised up your faithful servant N. to be a [Bishop and] pastor in your Church and to feed your flock: Give abundantly to all pastors the gifts of your Holy Spirit, that they may minister in your household as true servants of Christ and stewards of your divine mysteries; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Basil the Great, Bishop of Caesarea and Teacher of the Faith, 379
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
108; 110
Joshua 22 or 22:7–31
Luke 24:13–53
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
109
Ezekiel 34
Acts 15:22–35
O Lord, from whom all good proceeds: Grant us the inspiration of your Holy Spirit, that we may always think those things that are good, and by your merciful guidance may accomplish the same; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you gave your servant N. special gifts of grace to understand and teach the truth revealed in Christ Jesus: Grant that by this teaching we may know you, the one true God, and Jesus Christ whom you have sent; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Evelyn Underhill, Teacher of the Faith, 1941
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
111; 112
Joshua 23
Galatians 1
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
113; 114
Ezekiel 35
Acts 15:36–16:5
O Lord, from whom all good proceeds: Grant us the inspiration of your Holy Spirit, that we may always think those things that are good, and by your merciful guidance may accomplish the same; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
115
Joshua 24 or 24:1–31
Galatians 2
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
116; 117
Ezekiel 36 or 36:16–37
Acts 16:6–40
O Lord, from whom all good proceeds: Grant us the inspiration of your Holy Spirit, that we may always think those things that are good, and by your merciful guidance may accomplish the same; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
119:1–24
Judges 1 or 1:1–21
Galatians 3
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
119:25–48
Ezekiel 37
Acts 17:1–15
O Lord, from whom all good proceeds: Grant us the inspiration of your Holy Spirit, that we may always think those things that are good, and by your merciful guidance may accomplish the same; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you gave your servant N. boldness to confess the Name of our Savior Jesus Christ before the rulers of this world, and courage to die for this faith: Grant that we may always be ready to give a reason for the hope that is in us, and to suffer gladly for the sake of our Lord Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Bernard Mizeki, Catechist and Martyr in Rhodesia, 1896
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
119:49–72
Judges 2 or 2:6–23
Galatians 4
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
119:73–88
Ezekiel 40 or 40:1–5, 17–19, 35–49
Acts 17:16–34
O Lord, from whom all good proceeds: Grant us the inspiration of your Holy Spirit, that we may always think those things that are good, and by your merciful guidance may accomplish the same; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty and everlasting God, you called your servant N. to preach the Gospel to the people of _________ [or to the __________ people]: Raise up in this and every land evangelists and heralds of your kingdom, that your Church may proclaim the unsearchable riches of our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Sundar Singh, Evangelist in India and Teacher of the Faith, 1929
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
119:89–104
Judges 3 or 3:7–30
Galatians 5
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
119:105–128
Ezekiel 43
Acts 18:1–23
O Lord, from whom all good proceeds: Grant us the inspiration of your Holy Spirit, that we may always think those things that are good, and by your merciful guidance may accomplish the same; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
119:129–152
Judges 4
Galatians 6
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
119:153–176
Ezekiel 47
Acts 18:24–19:7
Lord of all power and might, the author and giver of all good things: Graft in our hearts the love of your Name, increase in us true religion, nourish us with all goodness, and bring forth in us the fruit of good works; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
118
Judges 5 or 5:1–5, 19–31
I Thessalonians 1
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
120; 121
Daniel 1
Acts 19:8–20
Lord of all power and might, the author and giver of all good things: Graft in our hearts the love of your Name, increase in us true religion, nourish us with all goodness, and bring forth in us the fruit of good works; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you gave your servant N. boldness to confess the Name of our Savior Jesus Christ before the rulers of this world, and courage to die for this faith: Grant that we may always be ready to give a reason for the hope that is in us, and to suffer gladly for the sake of our Lord Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Alban, First Martyr of Britain, c. 250
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
122; 123
Judges 6 or 6:1, 6, 11–24, 33–40
I Thessalonians 2:1–16
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
124; 125; 126
Daniel 2 or 2:1–14, 25–28, 31–45
Acts 19:21–41
Lord of all power and might, the author and giver of all good things: Graft in our hearts the love of your Name, increase in us true religion, nourish us with all goodness, and bring forth in us the fruit of good works; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. luke 2:10-11
Alleluia. Unto us a child is born: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
127; 128
I Thessalonians 2:17–3:13
Matthew 14:1–13
Behold, the dwelling place of God is with man. He will dwell with them, and they will be his people, and God himself will be with them as their God. revelation 21:3
129; 130; 131
Daniel 3
Acts 20:1–16
Almighty God, by whose providence your servant John the Baptist was wonderfully born, and sent to prepare the way of your Son our Savior by preaching repentance: Make us so to follow his teaching and holy life, that we may truly repent, boldly rebuke vice, patiently suffer for the sake of truth, and proclaim the coming of Jesus Christ our Lord; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you have surrounded us with a great cloud of witnesses: Grant that we, encouraged by the good example of your servant N., may persevere in running the race that is set before us, until at last, with him, we attain to your eternal joy; through Jesus Christ, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. Or this: Almighty God, by your Holy Spirit you have made us one with your saints in heaven and on earth: Grant that in our earthly pilgrimage we may always be supported by this fellowship of love and prayer, and know ourselves to be surrounded by their witness to your power and mercy; for the sake of Jesus Christ, in whom all our intercessions are acceptable through the Spirit, and who lives and reigns with you and the same Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Christ, who by his incarnation gathered into one things earthly and heavenly, fill you with peace and goodwill and make you partakers of the divine nature; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
The Wednesday in the Fourth Week After Pentecost
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
132; 133
Judges 7 or 7:1–8, 16–25
I Thessalonians 4:1–12
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
134; 135
Daniel 4 or 4:1–9, 19–35
Acts 20:17–38
Lord of all power and might, the author and giver of all good things: Graft in our hearts the love of your Name, increase in us true religion, nourish us with all goodness, and bring forth in us the fruit of good works; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
136
Judges 8 or 8:4–23, 28
I Thessalonians 4:13–5:11
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
137; 138
Daniel 5
Acts 21:1–16
Lord of all power and might, the author and giver of all good things: Graft in our hearts the love of your Name, increase in us true religion, nourish us with all goodness, and bring forth in us the fruit of good works; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
139
Judges 9 or 9:1–6, 22–25, 43–56
I Thessalonians 5:12–28
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
141; 142
Daniel 6
Acts 21:17–36
Lord of all power and might, the author and giver of all good things: Graft in our hearts the love of your Name, increase in us true religion, nourish us with all goodness, and bring forth in us the fruit of good works; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
O God, our heavenly Father, you raised up your faithful servant N. to be a [Bishop and] pastor in your Church and to feed your flock: Give abundantly to all pastors the gifts of your Holy Spirit, that they may minister in your household as true servants of Christ and stewards of your divine mysteries; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Cyril of Alexandria, Bishop and Teacher of the Faith, 444
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
140
Judges 10 or 10:6–18
II Thessalonians 1
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
143
Daniel 7
Acts 21:37–22:22
O God, your never-failing providence sets in order all things both in heaven and on earth: Put away from us all hurtful things, and give us those things that are profitable for us; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
O God, our heavenly Father, you raised up your faithful servant N. to be a [Bishop and] pastor in your Church and to feed your flock: Give abundantly to all pastors the gifts of your Holy Spirit, that they may minister in your household as true servants of Christ and stewards of your divine mysteries; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Irenaeus, Bishop of Lyons and Teacher of the Faith, 200
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
144
II Thessalonians 2
II Peter 3:14–18
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
145
Daniel 8
Acts 22:23–23:11
Almighty God, whose blessed apostles Peter and Paul glorified you by their martyrdom: Grant that your Church, instructed by their teaching and example, and knit together in unity by your Spirit, may ever stand firm upon the one foundation, which is Jesus Christ our Lord; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty and everlasting God, you called your servant N. to preach the Gospel to the people of _________ [or to the __________ people]: Raise up in this and every land evangelists and heralds of your kingdom, that your Church may proclaim the unsearchable riches of our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
The Monday in the Fifth Week After Pentecost
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
146
Judges 11 or 11:1–11, 29–40
II Thessalonians 3
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
147
Daniel 9
Acts 23:12–35
O God, your never-failing providence sets in order all things both in heaven and on earth: Put away from us all hurtful things, and give us those things that are profitable for us; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
148
Judges 12
I Corinthians 1:1–25
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
149; 150
Daniel 10
Acts 24:1–23
O God, your never-failing providence sets in order all things both in heaven and on earth: Put away from us all hurtful things, and give us those things that are profitable for us; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you have surrounded us with a great cloud of witnesses: Grant that we, encouraged by the good example of your servant N., may persevere in running the race that is set before us, until at last, with him, we attain to your eternal joy; through Jesus Christ, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. Or this: Almighty God, by your Holy Spirit you have made us one with your saints in heaven and on earth: Grant that in our earthly pilgrimage we may always be supported by this fellowship of love and prayer, and know ourselves to be surrounded by their witness to your power and mercy; for the sake of Jesus Christ, in whom all our intercessions are acceptable through the Spirit, and who lives and reigns with you and the same Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Canada Day (Canada)
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
1; 2
Judges 13
I Corinthians 1:26–2:16
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
3; 4
Daniel 11 or 11:1–19
Acts 24:24–25:12
O God, your never-failing providence sets in order all things both in heaven and on earth: Put away from us all hurtful things, and give us those things that are profitable for us; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
5; 6
Judges 14
I Corinthians 3
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
7
Daniel 12
Acts 25:13–27
O God, your never-failing providence sets in order all things both in heaven and on earth: Put away from us all hurtful things, and give us those things that are profitable for us; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
9
Judges 15
I Corinthians 4:1–17
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
10
Susanna
Acts 26
O God, your never-failing providence sets in order all things both in heaven and on earth: Put away from us all hurtful things, and give us those things that are profitable for us; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you have surrounded us with a great cloud of witnesses: Grant that we, encouraged by the good example of your servant N., may persevere in running the race that is set before us, until at last, with him, we attain to your eternal joy; through Jesus Christ, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. Or this: Almighty God, by your Holy Spirit you have made us one with your saints in heaven and on earth: Grant that in our earthly pilgrimage we may always be supported by this fellowship of love and prayer, and know ourselves to be surrounded by their witness to your power and mercy; for the sake of Jesus Christ, in whom all our intercessions are acceptable through the Spirit, and who lives and reigns with you and the same Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Independence Day (United States)
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
8; 11
Judges 16
I Corinthians 4:18–5:13
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
15; 16
Esther 1
Acts 27
Grant us, O Lord, we pray, the spirit to think and do always those things that are right, that we, who can do no good thing apart from you, may by you be enabled to live according to your will; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
12; 13; 14
Ruth 1
I Corinthians 6
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
17
Esther 2
Acts 28:1–15
Grant us, O Lord, we pray, the spirit to think and do always those things that are right, that we, who can do no good thing apart from you, may by you be enabled to live according to your will; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
18:1–20
Ruth 2
I Corinthians 7
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
18:21–52
Esther 3
Acts 28:16–31
Grant us, O Lord, we pray, the spirit to think and do always those things that are right, that we, who can do no good thing apart from you, may by you be enabled to live according to your will; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
19
Ruth 3
I Corinthians 8
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
20; 21
Esther 4
Philemon
Grant us, O Lord, we pray, the spirit to think and do always those things that are right, that we, who can do no good thing apart from you, may by you be enabled to live according to your will; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
22
Ruth 4
I Corinthians 9
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
23; 24
Esther 5
I Timothy 1:1–17
Grant us, O Lord, we pray, the spirit to think and do always those things that are right, that we, who can do no good thing apart from you, may by you be enabled to live according to your will; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
25
I Samuel 1 or 1:1–20
I Corinthians 10
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
27
Esther 6
I Timothy 1:18–2:15
Grant us, O Lord, we pray, the spirit to think and do always those things that are right, that we, who can do no good thing apart from you, may by you be enabled to live according to your will; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
26; 28
I Samuel 2 or 2:1–21
I Corinthians 11
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
31
Esther 7
I Timothy 3
Grant us, O Lord, we pray, the spirit to think and do always those things that are right, that we, who can do no good thing apart from you, may by you be enabled to live according to your will; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
O God, your blessed Son became poor for our sake, and chose the Cross over the kingdoms of this world: Deliver us from an inordinate love of worldly things, that we, inspired by the devotion of your servant N., may seek you with singleness of heart, behold your glory by faith, and attain to the riches of your everlasting kingdom, where we shall be united with our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Benedict of Nursia, Abbot and Founder of the Benedictine Order, c. 550
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
29; 30
I Samuel 3
I Corinthians 12
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
33
Esther 8
I Timothy 4
Let your merciful ears, O Lord, be open to the prayers of your humble servants; and, that we may receive what we ask, teach us by your Holy Spirit to ask only those things that are pleasing to you; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who with you and the same Spirit lives and reigns for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty God, we give you thanks for the ministry of N., who labored that the Church of Jesus Christ might be one: Grant that we, instructed by his teaching and example, and knit together in unity by your Spirit, may ever stand firm upon the one foundation, which is Jesus Christ our Lord; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Nathan Soderblom, Archbishop of Uppsala and Ecumenist, 1931
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
34
I Samuel 4
I Corinthians 13
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
35
Esther 9; 10
I Timothy 5
Let your merciful ears, O Lord, be open to the prayers of your humble servants; and, that we may receive what we ask, teach us by your Holy Spirit to ask only those things that are pleasing to you; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who with you and the same Spirit lives and reigns for ever and ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
32; 36
I Samuel 5
I Corinthians 14:1–19
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
38
Ezra 1
I Timothy 6
Let your merciful ears, O Lord, be open to the prayers of your humble servants; and, that we may receive what we ask, teach us by your Holy Spirit to ask only those things that are pleasing to you; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who with you and the same Spirit lives and reigns for ever and ever. Amen.
O God, our heavenly Father, you raised up your faithful servant N. to be a [Bishop and] pastor in your Church and to feed your flock: Give abundantly to all pastors the gifts of your Holy Spirit, that they may minister in your household as true servants of Christ and stewards of your divine mysteries; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Bonaventure, Friar, Bishop and Teacher of the Faith, 1274
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
37:1–17
I Samuel 6 or 6:1–15
I Corinthians 14:20–40
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
37:18–41
Ezra 3
Titus 1
Let your merciful ears, O Lord, be open to the prayers of your humble servants; and, that we may receive what we ask, teach us by your Holy Spirit to ask only those things that are pleasing to you; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who with you and the same Spirit lives and reigns for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you have surrounded us with a great cloud of witnesses: Grant that we, encouraged by the good example of your servant N., may persevere in running the race that is set before us, until at last, with him, we attain to your eternal joy; through Jesus Christ, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. Or this: Almighty God, by your Holy Spirit you have made us one with your saints in heaven and on earth: Grant that in our earthly pilgrimage we may always be supported by this fellowship of love and prayer, and know ourselves to be surrounded by their witness to your power and mercy; for the sake of Jesus Christ, in whom all our intercessions are acceptable through the Spirit, and who lives and reigns with you and the same Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Olga and Vladimir, Patrons of the Church in Russia, 969, 1016
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
40
I Samuel 7
I Corinthians 15:1–34
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
39; 41
Ezra 4
Titus 2
Let your merciful ears, O Lord, be open to the prayers of your humble servants; and, that we may receive what we ask, teach us by your Holy Spirit to ask only those things that are pleasing to you; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who with you and the same Spirit lives and reigns for ever and ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
42; 43
I Samuel 8
I Corinthians 15:35–58
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
44
Ezra 5
Titus 3
Let your merciful ears, O Lord, be open to the prayers of your humble servants; and, that we may receive what we ask, teach us by your Holy Spirit to ask only those things that are pleasing to you; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who with you and the same Spirit lives and reigns for ever and ever. Amen.
O God, our heavenly Father, you raised up your faithful servant N. to be a [Bishop and] pastor in your Church and to feed your flock: Give abundantly to all pastors the gifts of your Holy Spirit, that they may minister in your household as true servants of Christ and stewards of your divine mysteries; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
William White, Bishop of Pennsylvania and First Presiding Bishop of the Church in the USA, 1836
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
45
I Samuel 9
I Corinthians 16
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
46
Ezra 6
II Timothy 1
Let your merciful ears, O Lord, be open to the prayers of your humble servants; and, that we may receive what we ask, teach us by your Holy Spirit to ask only those things that are pleasing to you; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who with you and the same Spirit lives and reigns for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you gave your servant N. special gifts of grace to understand and teach the truth revealed in Christ Jesus: Grant that by this teaching we may know you, the one true God, and Jesus Christ whom you have sent; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Macrina, Nun and Teacher of the Faith, 379
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
47; 48
I Samuel 10
II Corinthians 1:1–2:11
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
49
Ezra 7
II Timothy 2
O God, you declare your almighty power chiefly in showing mercy and pity: Grant us the fullness of your grace, that we, running to obtain your promises, may become partakers of your heavenly treasure; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
O God, our heavenly Father, you raised up your faithful servant N. to be a [Bishop and] pastor in your Church and to feed your flock: Give abundantly to all pastors the gifts of your Holy Spirit, that they may minister in your household as true servants of Christ and stewards of your divine mysteries; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Gregory, Bishop of Nyssa and Teacher of the Faith, 396
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
50
I Samuel 11
II Corinthians 2:12–3:18
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
51
Ezra 8 or 8:21–36
II Timothy 3
O God, you declare your almighty power chiefly in showing mercy and pity: Grant us the fullness of your grace, that we, running to obtain your promises, may become partakers of your heavenly treasure; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you gave your servant N. boldness to confess the Name of our Savior Jesus Christ before the rulers of this world, and courage to die for this faith: Grant that we may always be ready to give a reason for the hope that is in us, and to suffer gladly for the sake of our Lord Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Margaret of Antioch, Martyr, 4th c.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
52; 53; 54
I Samuel 12
II Corinthians 4
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
55
Ezra 9
II Timothy 4
O God, you declare your almighty power chiefly in showing mercy and pity: Grant us the fullness of your grace, that we, running to obtain your promises, may become partakers of your heavenly treasure; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
56; 57
II Corinthians 5
Luke 7:36–8:3
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
58; 60
Ezra 10 or 10:1–16
John 1:1–28
Almighty God, whose blessed Son restored Mary Magdalene to health of body and of mind, and called her to be a witness of his resurrection: Mercifully grant that, by your grace, we may be healed from all our infirmities and know you in the power of his unending life; who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you have surrounded us with a great cloud of witnesses: Grant that we, encouraged by the good example of your servant N., may persevere in running the race that is set before us, until at last, with him, we attain to your eternal joy; through Jesus Christ, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. Or this: Almighty God, by your Holy Spirit you have made us one with your saints in heaven and on earth: Grant that in our earthly pilgrimage we may always be supported by this fellowship of love and prayer, and know ourselves to be surrounded by their witness to your power and mercy; for the sake of Jesus Christ, in whom all our intercessions are acceptable through the Spirit, and who lives and reigns with you and the same Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Wednesday in the Eighth Week After Pentecost
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
59
I Samuel 13
II Corinthians 6
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
63; 64
Nehemiah 1
John 1:29–51
O God, you declare your almighty power chiefly in showing mercy and pity: Grant us the fullness of your grace, that we, running to obtain your promises, may become partakers of your heavenly treasure; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
61; 62
I Samuel 14 or 14:1–15, 20, 24–30
II Corinthians 7
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
65; 67
Nehemiah 2
John 2
O God, you declare your almighty power chiefly in showing mercy and pity: Grant us the fullness of your grace, that we, running to obtain your promises, may become partakers of your heavenly treasure; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
O God, our heavenly Father, you raised up your faithful servant N. to be a [Bishop and] pastor in your Church and to feed your flock: Give abundantly to all pastors the gifts of your Holy Spirit, that they may minister in your household as true servants of Christ and stewards of your divine mysteries; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Thomas à Kempis, Priest and Teacher of the Faith, 1471
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
68:1–18
II Corinthians 8
Mark 1:14–20
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
68:19–36
Nehemiah 3 or 3:1–15
John 3:1–21
O gracious God, your servant and apostle James was first among the Twelve to suffer martyrdom for the Name of Jesus Christ: Pour out upon the leaders of your Church that spirit of self-denying service, by which they may have true authority among your people; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty and everlasting God, you called your servant N. to preach the Gospel to the people of _________ [or to the __________ people]: Raise up in this and every land evangelists and heralds of your kingdom, that your Church may proclaim the unsearchable riches of our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
The Saturday in the Eighth Week After Pentecost
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
69:1–18
I Samuel 15
II Corinthians 9
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
69:19–37
Nehemiah 4
John 3:22–36
Almighty and everlasting God, you are always more ready to hear than we to pray, and to give more than we either desire or deserve: Pour down upon us the abundance of your mercy, forgiving us those things of which our conscience is afraid, and giving us those good things for which we are not worthy to ask, except through the merits and mediation of Jesus Christ our Savior; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you have surrounded us with a great cloud of witnesses: Grant that we, encouraged by the good example of your servant N., may persevere in running the race that is set before us, until at last, with him, we attain to your eternal joy; through Jesus Christ, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. Or this: Almighty God, by your Holy Spirit you have made us one with your saints in heaven and on earth: Grant that in our earthly pilgrimage we may always be supported by this fellowship of love and prayer, and know ourselves to be surrounded by their witness to your power and mercy; for the sake of Jesus Christ, in whom all our intercessions are acceptable through the Spirit, and who lives and reigns with you and the same Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Parents of the Virgin Mary
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
66
I Samuel 16
II Corinthians 10
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
70; 72
Nehemiah 5
John 4:1–26
Almighty and everlasting God, you are always more ready to hear than we to pray, and to give more than we either desire or deserve: Pour down upon us the abundance of your mercy, forgiving us those things of which our conscience is afraid, and giving us those good things for which we are not worthy to ask, except through the merits and mediation of Jesus Christ our Savior; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty God, we give you thanks for the ministry of N., who labored that the Church of Jesus Christ might be one: Grant that we, instructed by his teaching and example, and knit together in unity by your Spirit, may ever stand firm upon the one foundation, which is Jesus Christ our Lord; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
William Reed Huntington, Priest and Ecumenist, 1909
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
71
I Samuel 17 or 17:1–11, 26–27, 31–51
II Corinthians 11
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
73
Nehemiah 6
John 4:27–54
Almighty and everlasting God, you are always more ready to hear than we to pray, and to give more than we either desire or deserve: Pour down upon us the abundance of your mercy, forgiving us those things of which our conscience is afraid, and giving us those good things for which we are not worthy to ask, except through the merits and mediation of Jesus Christ our Savior; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
74
I Samuel 18
II Corinthians 12:1–13
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
77
Nehemiah 8
John 5:1–24
Almighty and everlasting God, you are always more ready to hear than we to pray, and to give more than we either desire or deserve: Pour down upon us the abundance of your mercy, forgiving us those things of which our conscience is afraid, and giving us those good things for which we are not worthy to ask, except through the merits and mediation of Jesus Christ our Savior; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you have surrounded us with a great cloud of witnesses: Grant that we, encouraged by the good example of your servant N., may persevere in running the race that is set before us, until at last, with him, we attain to your eternal joy; through Jesus Christ, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. Or this: Almighty God, by your Holy Spirit you have made us one with your saints in heaven and on earth: Grant that in our earthly pilgrimage we may always be supported by this fellowship of love and prayer, and know ourselves to be surrounded by their witness to your power and mercy; for the sake of Jesus Christ, in whom all our intercessions are acceptable through the Spirit, and who lives and reigns with you and the same Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Lazarus, Mary and Martha of Bethany, Companions of Our Lord
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
75; 76
I Samuel 19
II Corinthians 12:14–13:14
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
79; 82
Nehemiah 9 or 9:1–15, 26–38
John 5:25–47
Almighty and everlasting God, you are always more ready to hear than we to pray, and to give more than we either desire or deserve: Pour down upon us the abundance of your mercy, forgiving us those things of which our conscience is afraid, and giving us those good things for which we are not worthy to ask, except through the merits and mediation of Jesus Christ our Savior; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty and everlasting God, you kindled the flame of your love in the heart of your servant N. to manifest your compassion and mercy to the poor and the persecuted: Grant to us, your humble servants, a like faith and power of love, that we who give thanks for his righteous zeal may profit by his example; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
William Wilberforce, Renewer of Society, 1833
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
78:1–18
I Samuel 20 or 20:1–7, 24–42
Romans 1
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
78:19–40
Nehemiah 10 or 10:28–39
John 6:1–21
Almighty and everlasting God, you are always more ready to hear than we to pray, and to give more than we either desire or deserve: Pour down upon us the abundance of your mercy, forgiving us those things of which our conscience is afraid, and giving us those good things for which we are not worthy to ask, except through the merits and mediation of Jesus Christ our Savior; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
78:41–73
I Samuel 21
Romans 2
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
80
Nehemiah 12 or 12:27–47
John 6:22–40
Almighty and everlasting God, you are always more ready to hear than we to pray, and to give more than we either desire or deserve: Pour down upon us the abundance of your mercy, forgiving us those things of which our conscience is afraid, and giving us those good things for which we are not worthy to ask, except through the merits and mediation of Jesus Christ our Savior; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you have surrounded us with a great cloud of witnesses: Grant that we, encouraged by the good example of your servant N., may persevere in running the race that is set before us, until at last, with him, we attain to your eternal joy; through Jesus Christ, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. Or this: Almighty God, by your Holy Spirit you have made us one with your saints in heaven and on earth: Grant that in our earthly pilgrimage we may always be supported by this fellowship of love and prayer, and know ourselves to be surrounded by their witness to your power and mercy; for the sake of Jesus Christ, in whom all our intercessions are acceptable through the Spirit, and who lives and reigns with you and the same Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Joseph of Arimathea
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
81
I Samuel 22
Romans 3
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
83
Nehemiah 13 or 13:1–22, 30–31
John 6:41–71
Almighty and merciful God, it is only by your grace that your faithful people offer you true and laudable service: Grant that we may run without stumbling to obtain your heavenly promises; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
84
I Samuel 23
Romans 4
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
85
Hosea 1
John 7:1–24
Almighty and merciful God, it is only by your grace that your faithful people offer you true and laudable service: Grant that we may run without stumbling to obtain your heavenly promises; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
86; 87
I Samuel 24
Romans 5
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
88
Hosea 2
John 7:25–52
Almighty and merciful God, it is only by your grace that your faithful people offer you true and laudable service: Grant that we may run without stumbling to obtain your heavenly promises; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
89:1–18
I Samuel 25 or 25:1–19, 23–25, 32–42
Romans 6
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
89:19–51
Hosea 3
John 7:53–8:30
Almighty and merciful God, it is only by your grace that your faithful people offer you true and laudable service: Grant that we may run without stumbling to obtain your heavenly promises; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you gave your servant N. boldness to confess the Name of our Savior Jesus Christ before the rulers of this world, and courage to die for this faith: Grant that we may always be ready to give a reason for the hope that is in us, and to suffer gladly for the sake of our Lord Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Oswald, King of Northumbria and Martyr, 642
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.
27
Romans 7
Mark 9:2–10
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
80
Hosea 4
John 8:31–59
O God, who on the holy mount revealed to chosen witnesses your well-beloved Son, wonderfully transfigured, in raiment white and glistening: Mercifully grant that we, being delivered from the disquietude of this world, may by faith behold the King in his beauty; who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you have surrounded us with a great cloud of witnesses: Grant that we, encouraged by the good example of your servant N., may persevere in running the race that is set before us, until at last, with him, we attain to your eternal joy; through Jesus Christ, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. Or this: Almighty God, by your Holy Spirit you have made us one with your saints in heaven and on earth: Grant that in our earthly pilgrimage we may always be supported by this fellowship of love and prayer, and know ourselves to be surrounded by their witness to your power and mercy; for the sake of Jesus Christ, in whom all our intercessions are acceptable through the Spirit, and who lives and reigns with you and the same Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Thursday in the Tenth Week After Pentecost
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
90
I Samuel 26
Romans 8:1–17
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
91
Hosea 5
John 9
Almighty and merciful God, it is only by your grace that your faithful people offer you true and laudable service: Grant that we may run without stumbling to obtain your heavenly promises; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
O God, by your grace your servant N., kindled by the flame of your love, became a burning and shining light in your Church, turning pride into humility and error into truth: Grant that we may be set aflame with the same spirit of love and discipline, and walk before you as children of light; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
John Mason Neale, Priest and Reformer of the Church, 1866
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
92; 93
I Samuel 27
Romans 8:18–39
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
94
Hosea 6
John 10:1–21
Almighty and merciful God, it is only by your grace that your faithful people offer you true and laudable service: Grant that we may run without stumbling to obtain your heavenly promises; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
O God, our heavenly Father, you raised up your faithful servant N. to be a [Bishop and] pastor in your Church and to feed your flock: Give abundantly to all pastors the gifts of your Holy Spirit, that they may minister in your household as true servants of Christ and stewards of your divine mysteries; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Dominic, Priest and Friar, 1221
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
95; 96
I Samuel 28
Romans 9
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
97; 98
Hosea 7
John 10:22–42
Almighty God, give us the increase of faith, hope, and love; and, that we may obtain what you have promised, make us love what you command; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty and everlasting God, you kindled the flame of your love in the heart of your servant N. to manifest your compassion and mercy to the poor and the persecuted: Grant to us, your humble servants, a like faith and power of love, that we who give thanks for his righteous zeal may profit by his example; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Mary Sumner, Founder of the Mothers’ Union and Renewer of Society, 1921
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
99; 100; 101
I Samuel 29
Romans 10
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
102
Hosea 8
John 11:1–44
Almighty God, give us the increase of faith, hope, and love; and, that we may obtain what you have promised, make us love what you command; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you gave your servant N. boldness to confess the Name of our Savior Jesus Christ before the rulers of this world, and courage to die for this faith: Grant that we may always be ready to give a reason for the hope that is in us, and to suffer gladly for the sake of our Lord Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Laurence, Deacon and Martyr at Rome, 258
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
103
I Samuel 30 or 30:1–25
Romans 11
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
104
Hosea 9
John 11:45–57
Almighty God, give us the increase of faith, hope, and love; and, that we may obtain what you have promised, make us love what you command; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
O God, your blessed Son became poor for our sake, and chose the Cross over the kingdoms of this world: Deliver us from an inordinate love of worldly things, that we, inspired by the devotion of your servant N., may seek you with singleness of heart, behold your glory by faith, and attain to the riches of your everlasting kingdom, where we shall be united with our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Clare, Abbess of Assisi, 1253
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
105:1–22
I Samuel 31
Romans 12
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
105:23–44
Hosea 10
John 12:1–19
Almighty God, give us the increase of faith, hope, and love; and, that we may obtain what you have promised, make us love what you command; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
O God, our heavenly Father, you raised up your faithful servant N. to be a [Bishop and] pastor in your Church and to feed your flock: Give abundantly to all pastors the gifts of your Holy Spirit, that they may minister in your household as true servants of Christ and stewards of your divine mysteries; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Charles Inglis, First Bishop of Canada, 1787
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
106:1–18
II Samuel 1
Romans 13
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
106:19–46
Hosea 11
John 12:20–50
Almighty God, give us the increase of faith, hope, and love; and, that we may obtain what you have promised, make us love what you command; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
O God, our heavenly Father, you raised up your faithful servant N. to be a [Bishop and] pastor in your Church and to feed your flock: Give abundantly to all pastors the gifts of your Holy Spirit, that they may minister in your household as true servants of Christ and stewards of your divine mysteries; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Jeremy Taylor, Bishop of Down and Connor, Teacher of the Faith, 1667
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
107:1–22
II Samuel 2 or 2:1–17, 26–31
Romans 14
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
107:23–43
Hosea 12
John 13
Almighty God, give us the increase of faith, hope, and love; and, that we may obtain what you have promised, make us love what you command; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty God, we give you thanks for the ministry of N., who labored that the Church of Jesus Christ might be one: Grant that we, instructed by his teaching and example, and knit together in unity by your Spirit, may ever stand firm upon the one foundation, which is Jesus Christ our Lord; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Roger Schutz, Monk of Taizé and Ecumenist, 2005
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
108; 110
II Samuel 3 or 3:6–11, 17–39
Luke 1:26–38
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
109
Hosea 13
John 14:1–14
O God, you have taken to yourself the blessed Virgin Mary, mother of your incarnate Son: Grant that we, who have been redeemed by his blood, may share with her the glory of your eternal kingdom; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you have surrounded us with a great cloud of witnesses: Grant that we, encouraged by the good example of your servant N., may persevere in running the race that is set before us, until at last, with him, we attain to your eternal joy; through Jesus Christ, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. Or this: Almighty God, by your Holy Spirit you have made us one with your saints in heaven and on earth: Grant that in our earthly pilgrimage we may always be supported by this fellowship of love and prayer, and know ourselves to be surrounded by their witness to your power and mercy; for the sake of Jesus Christ, in whom all our intercessions are acceptable through the Spirit, and who lives and reigns with you and the same Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Saturday in the Eleventh Week After Pentecost
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
111; 112
II Samuel 4
Romans 15
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
113; 114
Hosea 14
John 14:15–31
Keep your Church, O Lord, by your perpetual mercy; and because without you the frailty of our nature causes us to fall, keep us from all things hurtful, and lead us to all things profitable for our salvation; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
115
II Samuel 5
Romans 16
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
116; 117
Joel 1
John 15:1–17
Keep your Church, O Lord, by your perpetual mercy; and because without you the frailty of our nature causes us to fall, keep us from all things hurtful, and lead us to all things profitable for our salvation; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
119:1–24
II Samuel 6
Philippians 1:1–11
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
119:25–48
Joel 2 or 2:1–17, 28–32
John 15:18–27
Keep your Church, O Lord, by your perpetual mercy; and because without you the frailty of our nature causes us to fall, keep us from all things hurtful, and lead us to all things profitable for our salvation; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
119:49–72
II Samuel 7
Philippians 1:12–30
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
119:73–88
Joel 3
John 16:1–15
Keep your Church, O Lord, by your perpetual mercy; and because without you the frailty of our nature causes us to fall, keep us from all things hurtful, and lead us to all things profitable for our salvation; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
119:89–104
II Samuel 8
Philippians 2:1–11
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
119:105–128
Amos 1
John 16:16–33
Keep your Church, O Lord, by your perpetual mercy; and because without you the frailty of our nature causes us to fall, keep us from all things hurtful, and lead us to all things profitable for our salvation; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
O God, your blessed Son became poor for our sake, and chose the Cross over the kingdoms of this world: Deliver us from an inordinate love of worldly things, that we, inspired by the devotion of your servant N., may seek you with singleness of heart, behold your glory by faith, and attain to the riches of your everlasting kingdom, where we shall be united with our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Bernard, Abbot of Clairvaux and Teacher of the Faith, 1153
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
119:129–152
II Samuel 9
Philippians 2:12–30
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
119:153–176
Amos 2
John 17
Keep your Church, O Lord, by your perpetual mercy; and because without you the frailty of our nature causes us to fall, keep us from all things hurtful, and lead us to all things profitable for our salvation; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you gave your servant N. boldness to confess the Name of our Savior Jesus Christ before the rulers of this world, and courage to die for this faith: Grant that we may always be ready to give a reason for the hope that is in us, and to suffer gladly for the sake of our Lord Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Jonathan Myrick Daniels, Martyr, 1965
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
118
II Samuel 10
Philippians 3
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
120; 121
Amos 3
John 18:1–27
Keep your Church, O Lord, by your perpetual mercy; and because without you the frailty of our nature causes us to fall, keep us from all things hurtful, and lead us to all things profitable for our salvation; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
122; 123
II Samuel 11
Philippians 4
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
124; 125; 126
Amos 4
John 18:28–40
Let your continual mercy, O Lord, cleanse and defend your Church; and, because it cannot continue in safety without your help, protect and govern it always by your goodness; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
127; 128
Colossians 1:1–20
Luke 6:12–16
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
129; 130; 131
Amos 5
John 19:1–37
Almighty and everlasting God, you gave your apostle Bartholomew grace truly to believe and to preach your Word: Grant that your Church may love what he believed and preach what he taught; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty and everlasting God, you called your servant N. to preach the Gospel to the people of _________ [or to the __________ people]: Raise up in this and every land evangelists and heralds of your kingdom, that your Church may proclaim the unsearchable riches of our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
The Monday in the Thirteenth Week After Pentecost
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
132; 133
II Samuel 12 or 12:1–25
Colossians 1:21–2:7
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
134; 135
Amos 6
John 19:38–42
Let your continual mercy, O Lord, cleanse and defend your Church; and, because it cannot continue in safety without your help, protect and govern it always by your goodness; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you have surrounded us with a great cloud of witnesses: Grant that we, encouraged by the good example of your servant N., may persevere in running the race that is set before us, until at last, with him, we attain to your eternal joy; through Jesus Christ, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. Or this: Almighty God, by your Holy Spirit you have made us one with your saints in heaven and on earth: Grant that in our earthly pilgrimage we may always be supported by this fellowship of love and prayer, and know ourselves to be surrounded by their witness to your power and mercy; for the sake of Jesus Christ, in whom all our intercessions are acceptable through the Spirit, and who lives and reigns with you and the same Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Louis, King of France, 1270
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
136
II Samuel 13 or 13:1–29, 38–39
Colossians 2:8–19
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
137; 138
Amos 7
John 20
Let your continual mercy, O Lord, cleanse and defend your Church; and, because it cannot continue in safety without your help, protect and govern it always by your goodness; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
139
II Samuel 14 or 14:1–21, 28
Colossians 2:20–3:11
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
141; 142
Amos 8
John 21
Let your continual mercy, O Lord, cleanse and defend your Church; and, because it cannot continue in safety without your help, protect and govern it always by your goodness; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you have surrounded us with a great cloud of witnesses: Grant that we, encouraged by the good example of your servant N., may persevere in running the race that is set before us, until at last, with him, we attain to your eternal joy; through Jesus Christ, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. Or this: Almighty God, by your Holy Spirit you have made us one with your saints in heaven and on earth: Grant that in our earthly pilgrimage we may always be supported by this fellowship of love and prayer, and know ourselves to be surrounded by their witness to your power and mercy; for the sake of Jesus Christ, in whom all our intercessions are acceptable through the Spirit, and who lives and reigns with you and the same Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Monica, Mother of Augustine of Hippo, 387
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
140
II Samuel 15 or 15:1–18, 23–25, 32–34
Colossians 3:12–25
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
143
Amos 9
Matthew 1:1–17
Let your continual mercy, O Lord, cleanse and defend your Church; and, because it cannot continue in safety without your help, protect and govern it always by your goodness; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
O God, our heavenly Father, you raised up your faithful servant N. to be a [Bishop and] pastor in your Church and to feed your flock: Give abundantly to all pastors the gifts of your Holy Spirit, that they may minister in your household as true servants of Christ and stewards of your divine mysteries; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Augustine, Bishop of Hippo and Teacher of the Faith, 430
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
144
II Samuel 16
Colossians 4
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
145
Obadiah
Matthew 1:18–25
Let your continual mercy, O Lord, cleanse and defend your Church; and, because it cannot continue in safety without your help, protect and govern it always by your goodness; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you have surrounded us with a great cloud of witnesses: Grant that we, encouraged by the good example of your servant N., may persevere in running the race that is set before us, until at last, with him, we attain to your eternal joy; through Jesus Christ, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. Or this: Almighty God, by your Holy Spirit you have made us one with your saints in heaven and on earth: Grant that in our earthly pilgrimage we may always be supported by this fellowship of love and prayer, and know ourselves to be surrounded by their witness to your power and mercy; for the sake of Jesus Christ, in whom all our intercessions are acceptable through the Spirit, and who lives and reigns with you and the same Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Beheading of John the Baptist
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
146
II Samuel 17 or 17:1–23
Philemon
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
147
Jonah 1
Matthew 2
O Lord, we pray that your grace may always precede and follow after us, that we may continually be given to good works; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty God, we give you thanks for the ministry of N., who labored that the Church of Jesus Christ might be one: Grant that we, instructed by his teaching and example, and knit together in unity by your Spirit, may ever stand firm upon the one foundation, which is Jesus Christ our Lord; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Charles Chapman Grafton, Bishop of Fond du Lac and Ecumenist, 1912
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
148
II Samuel 18 or 18:1–15, 19–33
Ephesians 1:1–14
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
149; 150
Jonah 2
Matthew 3
O Lord, we pray that your grace may always precede and follow after us, that we may continually be given to good works; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty and everlasting God, you called your servant N. to preach the Gospel to the people of _________ [or to the __________ people]: Raise up in this and every land evangelists and heralds of your kingdom, that your Church may proclaim the unsearchable riches of our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Aidan, Abbot-Bishop of Lindisfarne, Missionary to Northumbria, 651
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
1; 2
II Samuel 19 or 19:1–30
Ephesians 1:15–23
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
3; 4
Jonah 3
Matthew 4
O Lord, we pray that your grace may always precede and follow after us, that we may continually be given to good works; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
5; 6
II Samuel 20
Ephesians 2:1–10
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
7
Jonah 4
Matthew 5:1–20
O Lord, we pray that your grace may always precede and follow after us, that we may continually be given to good works; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you gave your servant N. boldness to confess the Name of our Savior Jesus Christ before the rulers of this world, and courage to die for this faith: Grant that we may always be ready to give a reason for the hope that is in us, and to suffer gladly for the sake of our Lord Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Martyrs of Papua New Guinea, 1901 and 1942
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
9
II Samuel 21
Ephesians 2:11–22
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
10
Micah 1
Matthew 5:21–48
O Lord, we pray that your grace may always precede and follow after us, that we may continually be given to good works; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
8; 11
II Samuel 22 or 22:1–7, 14–20, 32–51
Ephesians 3
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
15; 16
Micah 2
Matthew 6:1–18
O Lord, we pray that your grace may always precede and follow after us, that we may continually be given to good works; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty and everlasting God, you called your servant N. to preach the Gospel to the people of _________ [or to the __________ people]: Raise up in this and every land evangelists and heralds of your kingdom, that your Church may proclaim the unsearchable riches of our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Birinus, Bishop of Dorchester and Evangelist to Wessex, 650
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
12; 13; 14
II Samuel 23 or 23:1–23
Ephesians 4:1–16
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
17
Micah 3
Matthew 6:19–34
O Lord, we pray that your grace may always precede and follow after us, that we may continually be given to good works; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty and everlasting God, you kindled the flame of your love in the heart of your servant N. to manifest your compassion and mercy to the poor and the persecuted: Grant to us, your humble servants, a like faith and power of love, that we who give thanks for his righteous zeal may profit by his example; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Mother Teresa of Calcutta, Renewer of Society, 1997
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
18:1–20
II Samuel 24
Ephesians 4:17–32
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
18:21–52
Micah 4
Matthew 7
O Lord God, grant your people grace to withstand the temptations of the world, the flesh, and the devil, and with pure hearts and minds to follow you, the only God; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty and everlasting God, you called your servant N. to preach the Gospel to the people of _________ [or to the __________ people]: Raise up in this and every land evangelists and heralds of your kingdom, that your Church may proclaim the unsearchable riches of our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Allen Gardiner, Missionary and Founder of SAMS, 1851
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
19
I Chronicles 22
Ephesians 5:1–17
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
20; 21
Micah 5
Matthew 8:1–17
O Lord God, grant your people grace to withstand the temptations of the world, the flesh, and the devil, and with pure hearts and minds to follow you, the only God; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty and everlasting God, you kindled the flame of your love in the heart of your servant N. to manifest your compassion and mercy to the poor and the persecuted: Grant to us, your humble servants, a like faith and power of love, that we who give thanks for his righteous zeal may profit by his example; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Hannah More, Renewer of Society and Founder of Sunday Schools, 1833
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
22
I Kings 1 or 1:1–18, 29–40
Ephesians 5:18–33
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
23; 24
Micah 6
Matthew 8:18–34
O Lord God, grant your people grace to withstand the temptations of the world, the flesh, and the devil, and with pure hearts and minds to follow you, the only God; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
25
I Chronicles 28
Ephesians 6
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
27
Micah 7
Matthew 9:1–17
O Lord God, grant your people grace to withstand the temptations of the world, the flesh, and the devil, and with pure hearts and minds to follow you, the only God; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you gave your servant N. boldness to confess the Name of our Savior Jesus Christ before the rulers of this world, and courage to die for this faith: Grant that we may always be ready to give a reason for the hope that is in us, and to suffer gladly for the sake of our Lord Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Constance and Her Companions, Martyrs of Memphis, 1878
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
26; 28
I Kings 2 or 2:1–25
Hebrews 1
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
31
Nahum 1
Matthew 9:18–34
O Lord God, grant your people grace to withstand the temptations of the world, the flesh, and the devil, and with pure hearts and minds to follow you, the only God; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty and everlasting God, you called your servant N. to preach the Gospel to the people of _________ [or to the __________ people]: Raise up in this and every land evangelists and heralds of your kingdom, that your Church may proclaim the unsearchable riches of our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Alexander Crummell, Priest and Missionary to Liberia, 1898
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
29; 30
I Kings 3
Hebrews 2
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
33
Nahum 2
Matthew 9:35–10:23
O Lord God, grant your people grace to withstand the temptations of the world, the flesh, and the devil, and with pure hearts and minds to follow you, the only God; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
34
I Kings 4 or 4:1–6, 20–34
Hebrews 3
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
35
Nahum 3
Matthew 10:24–42
O Lord God, grant your people grace to withstand the temptations of the world, the flesh, and the devil, and with pure hearts and minds to follow you, the only God; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
O God, by your grace your servant N., kindled by the flame of your love, became a burning and shining light in your Church, turning pride into humility and error into truth: Grant that we may be set aflame with the same spirit of love and discipline, and walk before you as children of light; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
John Henry Hobart, Bishop of New York and Reformer of the Church, 1830
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
32; 36
I Kings 5
Hebrews 4:1–13
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
38
Habakkuk 1
Matthew 11
O God, because without you we are not able to please you, mercifully grant that your Holy Spirit may in all things direct and rule our hearts; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
O God, our heavenly Father, you raised up your faithful servant N. to be a [Bishop and] pastor in your Church and to feed your flock: Give abundantly to all pastors the gifts of your Holy Spirit, that they may minister in your household as true servants of Christ and stewards of your divine mysteries; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
John Chrysostom, Bishop of Constantinople and Teacher of the Faith, 407
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
37:1–17
Hebrews 4:14–5:10
John 12:23–33
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
37:18–41
Habakkuk 2
Matthew 12:1–21
Almighty God, whose Son our Savior Jesus Christ was lifted high upon the cross that he might draw the whole world to himself: Mercifully grant that we, who glory in the mystery of our redemption, may have grace to take up our cross and follow him; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, in glory everlasting. Amen.
Almighty God, you have surrounded us with a great cloud of witnesses: Grant that we, encouraged by the good example of your servant N., may persevere in running the race that is set before us, until at last, with him, we attain to your eternal joy; through Jesus Christ, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. Or this: Almighty God, by your Holy Spirit you have made us one with your saints in heaven and on earth: Grant that in our earthly pilgrimage we may always be supported by this fellowship of love and prayer, and know ourselves to be surrounded by their witness to your power and mercy; for the sake of Jesus Christ, in whom all our intercessions are acceptable through the Spirit, and who lives and reigns with you and the same Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Monday in the Sixteenth Week After Pentecost
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
40
I Kings 6 or 6:1–7, 11–30, 37–38
Hebrews 5:11–6:20
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
39; 41
Habakkuk 3
Matthew 12:22–50
O God, because without you we are not able to please you, mercifully grant that your Holy Spirit may in all things direct and rule our hearts; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you gave your servant N. boldness to confess the Name of our Savior Jesus Christ before the rulers of this world, and courage to die for this faith: Grant that we may always be ready to give a reason for the hope that is in us, and to suffer gladly for the sake of our Lord Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Cyprian, Bishop of Carthage and Martyr, 258
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
42; 43
I Kings 7 or 7:1–14, 40–44, 47–51
Hebrews 7
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
44
Zephaniah 1
Matthew 13:1–23
O God, because without you we are not able to please you, mercifully grant that your Holy Spirit may in all things direct and rule our hearts; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty and everlasting God, you called your servant N. to preach the Gospel to the people of _________ [or to the __________ people]: Raise up in this and every land evangelists and heralds of your kingdom, that your Church may proclaim the unsearchable riches of our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Ninian, Bishop of Galloway and Missionary to the Picts, 432 / Ember Day
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
45
I Kings 8 or 8:1–11, 22–30, 54–63
Hebrews 8
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
46
Zephaniah 2
Matthew 13:24–43
O God, because without you we are not able to please you, mercifully grant that your Holy Spirit may in all things direct and rule our hearts; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
O God, our heavenly Father, you raised up your faithful servant N. to be a [Bishop and] pastor in your Church and to feed your flock: Give abundantly to all pastors the gifts of your Holy Spirit, that they may minister in your household as true servants of Christ and stewards of your divine mysteries; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Edward Bouverie Pusey, Priest and Teacher of the Faith, 1882
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
47; 48
I Kings 9 or 9:1–9, 15–28
Hebrews 9:1–14
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
49
Zephaniah 3
Matthew 13:44–58
O God, because without you we are not able to please you, mercifully grant that your Holy Spirit may in all things direct and rule our hearts; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you have surrounded us with a great cloud of witnesses: Grant that we, encouraged by the good example of your servant N., may persevere in running the race that is set before us, until at last, with him, we attain to your eternal joy; through Jesus Christ, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. Or this: Almighty God, by your Holy Spirit you have made us one with your saints in heaven and on earth: Grant that in our earthly pilgrimage we may always be supported by this fellowship of love and prayer, and know ourselves to be surrounded by their witness to your power and mercy; for the sake of Jesus Christ, in whom all our intercessions are acceptable through the Spirit, and who lives and reigns with you and the same Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Ember Day
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
50
I Kings 10 or 10:1–13, 23–29
Hebrews 9:15–28
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
51
Haggai 1
Matthew 14
O God, because without you we are not able to please you, mercifully grant that your Holy Spirit may in all things direct and rule our hearts; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
O God, our heavenly Father, you raised up your faithful servant N. to be a [Bishop and] pastor in your Church and to feed your flock: Give abundantly to all pastors the gifts of your Holy Spirit, that they may minister in your household as true servants of Christ and stewards of your divine mysteries; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Theodore of Tarsus, Archbishop of Canterbury, 690 / Ember Day
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
52; 53; 54
I Kings 11 or 11:1–14, 23–33, 41–43
Hebrews 10:1–18
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
55
Haggai 2
Matthew 15:1–28
O Lord, you have taught us that without love, all our deeds are worth nothing: Send your Holy Spirit and pour into our hearts that most excellent gift of charity, the true bond of peace and of all virtues, without which whoever lives is counted dead before you; grant this for the sake of your Son Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you gave your servant N. boldness to confess the Name of our Savior Jesus Christ before the rulers of this world, and courage to die for this faith: Grant that we may always be ready to give a reason for the hope that is in us, and to suffer gladly for the sake of our Lord Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
John Coleridge Patteson, Bishop of Melanesia and His Companions, Martyrs, 1871
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
56; 57
Hebrews 10:19–39
Matthew 9:9–13
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
58; 60
Zechariah 1
Matthew 15:29–16:12
Lord Jesus, you called Matthew from collecting taxes to become your apostle and evangelist: Grant us the grace to forsake all covetous desires and inordinate love of riches, that we may follow you as he did and proclaim to the world around us the good news of your salvation; for with the Father and the Holy Spirit you live and reign, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty and everlasting God, you called your servant N. to preach the Gospel to the people of _________ [or to the __________ people]: Raise up in this and every land evangelists and heralds of your kingdom, that your Church may proclaim the unsearchable riches of our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
The Monday in the Seventeenth Week After Pentecost
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
59
I Kings 12 or 12:1–20, 25–30
Hebrews 11
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
63; 64
Zechariah 2
Matthew 16:13–28
O Lord, you have taught us that without love, all our deeds are worth nothing: Send your Holy Spirit and pour into our hearts that most excellent gift of charity, the true bond of peace and of all virtues, without which whoever lives is counted dead before you; grant this for the sake of your Son Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
61; 62
I Kings 13 or 13:1–25, 33–34
Hebrews 12:1–17
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
65; 67
Zechariah 3
Matthew 17:1–23
O Lord, you have taught us that without love, all our deeds are worth nothing: Send your Holy Spirit and pour into our hearts that most excellent gift of charity, the true bond of peace and of all virtues, without which whoever lives is counted dead before you; grant this for the sake of your Son Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
68:1–18
I Kings 14
Hebrews 12:18–29
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
68:19–36
Zechariah 4
Matthew 17:24–18:14
O Lord, you have taught us that without love, all our deeds are worth nothing: Send your Holy Spirit and pour into our hearts that most excellent gift of charity, the true bond of peace and of all virtues, without which whoever lives is counted dead before you; grant this for the sake of your Son Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
69:1–18
II Chronicles 12
Hebrews 13
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
69:19–37
Zechariah 5
Matthew 18:15–35
O Lord, you have taught us that without love, all our deeds are worth nothing: Send your Holy Spirit and pour into our hearts that most excellent gift of charity, the true bond of peace and of all virtues, without which whoever lives is counted dead before you; grant this for the sake of your Son Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
O God, by your grace your servant N., kindled by the flame of your love, became a burning and shining light in your Church, turning pride into humility and error into truth: Grant that we may be set aflame with the same spirit of love and discipline, and walk before you as children of light; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Sergius, Monk and Reformer of the Church in Russia, 1392
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
66
II Chronicles 13
James 1
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
70; 72
Zechariah 6
Matthew 19:1–15
O Lord, you have taught us that without love, all our deeds are worth nothing: Send your Holy Spirit and pour into our hearts that most excellent gift of charity, the true bond of peace and of all virtues, without which whoever lives is counted dead before you; grant this for the sake of your Son Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
O God, our heavenly Father, you raised up your faithful servant N. to be a [Bishop and] pastor in your Church and to feed your flock: Give abundantly to all pastors the gifts of your Holy Spirit, that they may minister in your household as true servants of Christ and stewards of your divine mysteries; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Lancelot Andrewes, Bishop of Winchester and Teacher of the Faith, 1626
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
71
II Chronicles 14
James 2:1–13
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
73
Zechariah 7
Matthew 19:16–20:16
O merciful Lord, grant to your faithful people pardon and peace, that we may be cleansed from all our sins and serve you with a quiet mind; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty and everlasting God, you called your servant N. to preach the Gospel to the people of _________ [or to the __________ people]: Raise up in this and every land evangelists and heralds of your kingdom, that your Church may proclaim the unsearchable riches of our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Wilson Carlile, Evangelist and Founder of the Church Army, 1942
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
74
II Chronicles 15
James 2:14–26
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
77
Zechariah 8
Matthew 20:17–34
O merciful Lord, grant to your faithful people pardon and peace, that we may be cleansed from all our sins and serve you with a quiet mind; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
75; 76
Revelation 12:7–12
James 3
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
79; 82
Zechariah 9
Matthew 21:1–22
Everlasting God, you have ordained and constituted in a wonderful order the ministries of angels and mortals: Mercifully grant that, as your holy angels always serve and worship you in heaven, so by your appointment they may help and defend us here on earth; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you have surrounded us with a great cloud of witnesses: Grant that we, encouraged by the good example of your servant N., may persevere in running the race that is set before us, until at last, with him, we attain to your eternal joy; through Jesus Christ, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. Or this: Almighty God, by your Holy Spirit you have made us one with your saints in heaven and on earth: Grant that in our earthly pilgrimage we may always be supported by this fellowship of love and prayer, and know ourselves to be surrounded by their witness to your power and mercy; for the sake of Jesus Christ, in whom all our intercessions are acceptable through the Spirit, and who lives and reigns with you and the same Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Tuesday in the Eighteenth Week After Pentecost
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
78:1–18
II Chronicles 16
James 4
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
78:19–40
Zechariah 10
Matthew 21:23–46
O merciful Lord, grant to your faithful people pardon and peace, that we may be cleansed from all our sins and serve you with a quiet mind; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you have surrounded us with a great cloud of witnesses: Grant that we, encouraged by the good example of your servant N., may persevere in running the race that is set before us, until at last, with him, we attain to your eternal joy; through Jesus Christ, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. Or this: Almighty God, by your Holy Spirit you have made us one with your saints in heaven and on earth: Grant that in our earthly pilgrimage we may always be supported by this fellowship of love and prayer, and know ourselves to be surrounded by their witness to your power and mercy; for the sake of Jesus Christ, in whom all our intercessions are acceptable through the Spirit, and who lives and reigns with you and the same Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Jerome, Monk of Bethlehem and Translator of the Bible, 420
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
78:41–73
I Kings 15 or 15:1–30
James 5
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
80
Zechariah 11
Matthew 22:1–33
O merciful Lord, grant to your faithful people pardon and peace, that we may be cleansed from all our sins and serve you with a quiet mind; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty and everlasting God, you called your servant N. to preach the Gospel to the people of _________ [or to the __________ people]: Raise up in this and every land evangelists and heralds of your kingdom, that your Church may proclaim the unsearchable riches of our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Remigius, Bishop of Reims and Missionary to the Franks, 533
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
81
I Kings 16 or 16:1–4, 8–19, 23–34
I Peter 1:1–21
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
83
Zechariah 12
Matthew 22:34–23:12
O merciful Lord, grant to your faithful people pardon and peace, that we may be cleansed from all our sins and serve you with a quiet mind; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
84
I Kings 17
I Peter 1:22–2:10
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
85
Zechariah 13
Matthew 23:13–39
O merciful Lord, grant to your faithful people pardon and peace, that we may be cleansed from all our sins and serve you with a quiet mind; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty God, we give you thanks for the ministry of N., who labored that the Church of Jesus Christ might be one: Grant that we, instructed by his teaching and example, and knit together in unity by your Spirit, may ever stand firm upon the one foundation, which is Jesus Christ our Lord; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
George Bell, Advocate for the Confessing Church, Bishop and Ecumenist, 1958
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
86; 87
I Kings 18 or 18:1–8, 17–46
I Peter 2:11–3:7
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
88
Zechariah 14
Matthew 24:1–28
Keep, O Lord, your household the Church in continual godliness, that through your protection it may be free from all adversities, and devoutly serve you in good works, to the glory of your Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
O God, by your grace your servant N., kindled by the flame of your love, became a burning and shining light in your Church, turning pride into humility and error into truth: Grant that we may be set aflame with the same spirit of love and discipline, and walk before you as children of light; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Francis of Assisi, Friar and Deacon, Reformer of the Church, 1226
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
89:1–18
I Kings 19
I Peter 3:8–4:6
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
89:19–51
Malachi 1
Matthew 24:29–51
Keep, O Lord, your household the Church in continual godliness, that through your protection it may be free from all adversities, and devoutly serve you in good works, to the glory of your Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
90
I Kings 20 or 20:1, 13, 21–43
I Peter 4:7–19
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
91
Malachi 2
Matthew 25:1–30
Keep, O Lord, your household the Church in continual godliness, that through your protection it may be free from all adversities, and devoutly serve you in good works, to the glory of your Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you gave your servant N. boldness to confess the Name of our Savior Jesus Christ before the rulers of this world, and courage to die for this faith: Grant that we may always be ready to give a reason for the hope that is in us, and to suffer gladly for the sake of our Lord Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
William Tyndale, Priest, Translator of the Bible and Martyr, 1536
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
92; 93
I Kings 21
I Peter 5
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
94
Malachi 3
Matthew 25:31–46
Keep, O Lord, your household the Church in continual godliness, that through your protection it may be free from all adversities, and devoutly serve you in good works, to the glory of your Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
95; 96
I Kings 22 or 22:1–23, 29–38
II Peter 1
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
97; 98
Malachi 4
Matthew 26:1–30
Keep, O Lord, your household the Church in continual godliness, that through your protection it may be free from all adversities, and devoutly serve you in good works, to the glory of your Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
99; 100; 101
II Chronicles 20
II Peter 2
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
102
I Maccabees 1 or 1:1–15, 20–25, 41–64
Matthew 26:31–56
Keep, O Lord, your household the Church in continual godliness, that through your protection it may be free from all adversities, and devoutly serve you in good works, to the glory of your Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
O God, our heavenly Father, you raised up your faithful servant N. to be a [Bishop and] pastor in your Church and to feed your flock: Give abundantly to all pastors the gifts of your Holy Spirit, that they may minister in your household as true servants of Christ and stewards of your divine mysteries; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Robert Grosseteste, Bishop of Lincoln, 1253
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
103
II Kings 1
II Peter 3
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
104
I Maccabees 2 or 2:1–28
Matthew 26:57–75
Keep, O Lord, your household the Church in continual godliness, that through your protection it may be free from all adversities, and devoutly serve you in good works, to the glory of your Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty and everlasting God, you called your servant N. to preach the Gospel to the people of _________ [or to the __________ people]: Raise up in this and every land evangelists and heralds of your kingdom, that your Church may proclaim the unsearchable riches of our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Paulinus, Bishop of York and Missionary, 644
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
105:1–22
II Kings 2
Jude
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
105:23–44
II Maccabees 6
Matthew 27:1–26
O God, our refuge and strength, true source of all godliness: Graciously hear the devout prayers of your Church, and grant that those things which we ask faithfully, we may obtain effectually; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty and everlasting God, you called your servant N. to preach the Gospel to the people of _________ [or to the __________ people]: Raise up in this and every land evangelists and heralds of your kingdom, that your Church may proclaim the unsearchable riches of our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Philip, Deacon and Evangelist
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
106:1–18
II Kings 3
I John 1:1–2:6
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
106:19–46
II Maccabees 7
Matthew 27:27–56
O God, our refuge and strength, true source of all godliness: Graciously hear the devout prayers of your Church, and grant that those things which we ask faithfully, we may obtain effectually; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you gave your servant N. special gifts of grace to understand and teach the truth revealed in Christ Jesus: Grant that by this teaching we may know you, the one true God, and Jesus Christ whom you have sent; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Cecil Frances Alexander, Hymn-writer and Teacher of the Faith, 1895 / Thanksgiving Day (Canada)
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
107:1–22
II Kings 4 or 4:8–37
I John 2:7–29
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
107:23–43
II Maccabees 8 or 8:1–29
Matthew 27:57–28:20
O God, our refuge and strength, true source of all godliness: Graciously hear the devout prayers of your Church, and grant that those things which we ask faithfully, we may obtain effectually; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you have surrounded us with a great cloud of witnesses: Grant that we, encouraged by the good example of your servant N., may persevere in running the race that is set before us, until at last, with him, we attain to your eternal joy; through Jesus Christ, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. Or this: Almighty God, by your Holy Spirit you have made us one with your saints in heaven and on earth: Grant that in our earthly pilgrimage we may always be supported by this fellowship of love and prayer, and know ourselves to be surrounded by their witness to your power and mercy; for the sake of Jesus Christ, in whom all our intercessions are acceptable through the Spirit, and who lives and reigns with you and the same Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Edward the Confessor, King of England, 1066
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
108; 110
II Kings 5
I John 3:1–10
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
109
II Maccabees 10 or 10:1–8, 24–38
Mark 1:1–13
O God, our refuge and strength, true source of all godliness: Graciously hear the devout prayers of your Church, and grant that those things which we ask faithfully, we may obtain effectually; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
O God, our heavenly Father, you raised up your faithful servant N. to be a [Bishop and] pastor in your Church and to feed your flock: Give abundantly to all pastors the gifts of your Holy Spirit, that they may minister in your household as true servants of Christ and stewards of your divine mysteries; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Samuel Isaac Joseph Schereschewsky, Bishop of Shanghai, 1906
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
111; 112
II Kings 6 or 6:1–24
I John 3:11–4:6
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
113; 114
I Maccabees 7 or 7:1–6, 23–50
Mark 1:14–31
O God, our refuge and strength, true source of all godliness: Graciously hear the devout prayers of your Church, and grant that those things which we ask faithfully, we may obtain effectually; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
O God, by your grace your servant N., kindled by the flame of your love, became a burning and shining light in your Church, turning pride into humility and error into truth: Grant that we may be set aflame with the same spirit of love and discipline, and walk before you as children of light; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Teresa of Ávila, Nun and Reformer of the Church, 1582
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
115
II Kings 7
I John 4:7–21
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
116; 117
I Maccabees 9 or 9:1–31
Mark 1:32–45
O God, our refuge and strength, true source of all godliness: Graciously hear the devout prayers of your Church, and grant that those things which we ask faithfully, we may obtain effectually; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you gave your servant N. boldness to confess the Name of our Savior Jesus Christ before the rulers of this world, and courage to die for this faith: Grant that we may always be ready to give a reason for the hope that is in us, and to suffer gladly for the sake of our Lord Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Hugh Latimer and Nicholas Ridley, Bishops and Martyrs, 1555
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
119:1–24
II Kings 8 or 8:1–19, 25–27
I John 5
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
119:25–48
I Maccabees 13 or 13:1–30, 41–42
Mark 2:1–22
O God, our refuge and strength, true source of all godliness: Graciously hear the devout prayers of your Church, and grant that those things which we ask faithfully, we may obtain effectually; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you gave your servant N. boldness to confess the Name of our Savior Jesus Christ before the rulers of this world, and courage to die for this faith: Grant that we may always be ready to give a reason for the hope that is in us, and to suffer gladly for the sake of our Lord Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Ignatius, Bishop of Antioch and Martyr, c. 115
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
119:49–72
II John
Luke 1:1–4
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
119:73–88
I Maccabees 14 or 14:4–18, 35–43
Mark 2:23–3:12
Almighty God, you called your servant Luke to be an evangelist and physician of the soul: Grant that, by the wholesome medicine of the doctrine he taught, all the diseases of our souls may be healed; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty and everlasting God, you called your servant N. to preach the Gospel to the people of _________ [or to the __________ people]: Raise up in this and every land evangelists and heralds of your kingdom, that your Church may proclaim the unsearchable riches of our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
The Twenty-First Sunday After Pentecost
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
119:89–104
II Kings 9 or 9:1–26, 30–37
III John
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
119:105–128
Isaiah 1
Mark 3:13–35
Set us free, loving Father, from the bondage of our sins, and in your goodness and mercy give us the liberty of that abundant life which you have made known to us in our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty and everlasting God, you called your servant N. to preach the Gospel to the people of _________ [or to the __________ people]: Raise up in this and every land evangelists and heralds of your kingdom, that your Church may proclaim the unsearchable riches of our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Henry Martyn, Priest and Missionary to India and Persia, 1812
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
119:129–152
II Kings 10 or 10:1–11, 18–31
Acts 1:1–14
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
119:153–176
Isaiah 2
Mark 4:1–34
Set us free, loving Father, from the bondage of our sins, and in your goodness and mercy give us the liberty of that abundant life which you have made known to us in our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
118
II Kings 11
Acts 1:15–26
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
120; 121
Isaiah 3
Mark 4:35–5:20
Set us free, loving Father, from the bondage of our sins, and in your goodness and mercy give us the liberty of that abundant life which you have made known to us in our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
122; 123
II Kings 12
Acts 2:1–21
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
124; 125; 126
Isaiah 4
Mark 5:21–43
Set us free, loving Father, from the bondage of our sins, and in your goodness and mercy give us the liberty of that abundant life which you have made known to us in our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
127; 128
Acts 2:22–47
James 1
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
129; 130; 131
Isaiah 5
Mark 6:1–29
Grant, O God, that, following the example of your apostle James the Just, kinsman of our Lord, your Church may give itself continually to prayer and to the reconciliation of all who are at variance and enmity; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you gave your servant N. boldness to confess the Name of our Savior Jesus Christ before the rulers of this world, and courage to die for this faith: Grant that we may always be ready to give a reason for the hope that is in us, and to suffer gladly for the sake of our Lord Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Friday in the Twenty-First Week After Pentecost
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
132; 133
II Kings 13
Acts 3:1–4:4
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
134; 135
Isaiah 6
Mark 6:30–56
Set us free, loving Father, from the bondage of our sins, and in your goodness and mercy give us the liberty of that abundant life which you have made known to us in our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
136
II Kings 14
Acts 4:5–31
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
137; 138
Isaiah 7
Mark 7:1–23
Almighty and everlasting God, you govern all things both in heaven and on earth: Mercifully hear the supplications of your people, and in our time grant us your peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
139
II Chronicles 26
Acts 4:32–5:11
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
141; 142
Isaiah 8
Mark 7:24–8:10
Almighty and everlasting God, you govern all things both in heaven and on earth: Mercifully hear the supplications of your people, and in our time grant us your peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
O God, by your grace your servant N., kindled by the flame of your love, became a burning and shining light in your Church, turning pride into humility and error into truth: Grant that we may be set aflame with the same spirit of love and discipline, and walk before you as children of light; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Alfred the Great, King of the West Saxons and Reformer of the Church, 899
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
140
II Kings 15 or 15:1–29
Acts 5:12–42
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
143
Isaiah 9
Mark 8:11–38
Almighty and everlasting God, you govern all things both in heaven and on earth: Mercifully hear the supplications of your people, and in our time grant us your peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
144
Acts 6:1–7:16
John 14:15–31
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
145
Isaiah 10
Mark 9:1–29
Grant, O God, that as your apostles Simon and Jude were faithful and zealous in their mission, so we may with ardent devotion make known the love and mercy of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty and everlasting God, you called your servant N. to preach the Gospel to the people of _________ [or to the __________ people]: Raise up in this and every land evangelists and heralds of your kingdom, that your Church may proclaim the unsearchable riches of our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
The Wednesday in the Twenty-Second Week After Pentecost
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
146
II Kings 16
Acts 7:17–34
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
147
Isaiah 11
Mark 9:30–50
Almighty and everlasting God, you govern all things both in heaven and on earth: Mercifully hear the supplications of your people, and in our time grant us your peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you gave your servant N. boldness to confess the Name of our Savior Jesus Christ before the rulers of this world, and courage to die for this faith: Grant that we may always be ready to give a reason for the hope that is in us, and to suffer gladly for the sake of our Lord Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
James Hannington, Bishop of Eastern Equatorial Africa and His Companions, Martyrs, 1885
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
148
II Kings 17 or 17:1–28, 41
Acts 7:35–8:3
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
149; 150
Isaiah 12
Mark 10:1–31
Almighty and everlasting God, you govern all things both in heaven and on earth: Mercifully hear the supplications of your people, and in our time grant us your peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
2
II Chronicles 28
Acts 8:4–25
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
3; 4
Isaiah 13
Mark 10:32–52
Almighty and everlasting God, you govern all things both in heaven and on earth: Mercifully hear the supplications of your people, and in our time grant us your peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
1; 15
Hebrews 11:32–12:2
Acts 8:26–40
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
34
Isaiah 14
Revelation 19:1–16
Almighty God, you have knit together your elect in one communion and fellowship in the mystical Body of your Son: Give us grace so to follow your blessed saints in all virtuous and godly living, that we may come to those ineffable joys that you have prepared for those who truly love you; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, in glory everlasting. Amen.
Almighty God, you have surrounded us with a great cloud of witnesses: Grant that we, encouraged by the good example of your servant N., may persevere in running the race that is set before us, until at last, with him, we attain to your eternal joy; through Jesus Christ, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. Or this: Almighty God, by your Holy Spirit you have made us one with your saints in heaven and on earth: Grant that in our earthly pilgrimage we may always be supported by this fellowship of love and prayer, and know ourselves to be surrounded by their witness to your power and mercy; for the sake of Jesus Christ, in whom all our intercessions are acceptable through the Spirit, and who lives and reigns with you and the same Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Twenty-Third Sunday After Pentecost
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
5; 6
II Chronicles 29 or 29:1–11, 20–30, 35–36
Acts 9:1–31
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
7
Isaiah 15
Mark 11:1–26
Grant us, Lord, not to be anxious about earthly things, but to love things heavenly; and even now, as we live among things that are passing away, to hold fast to those that shall endure; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you have surrounded us with a great cloud of witnesses: Grant that we, encouraged by the good example of your servant N., may persevere in running the race that is set before us, until at last, with him, we attain to your eternal joy; through Jesus Christ, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. Or this: Almighty God, by your Holy Spirit you have made us one with your saints in heaven and on earth: Grant that in our earthly pilgrimage we may always be supported by this fellowship of love and prayer, and know ourselves to be surrounded by their witness to your power and mercy; for the sake of Jesus Christ, in whom all our intercessions are acceptable through the Spirit, and who lives and reigns with you and the same Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Commemoration of the Faithful Departed (All Souls’ Day)
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
9
II Chronicles 30 or 30:1–22, 26–27
Acts 9:32–43
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
10
Isaiah 16
Mark 11:27–12:12
Grant us, Lord, not to be anxious about earthly things, but to love things heavenly; and even now, as we live among things that are passing away, to hold fast to those that shall endure; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
O God, our heavenly Father, you raised up your faithful servant N. to be a [Bishop and] pastor in your Church and to feed your flock: Give abundantly to all pastors the gifts of your Holy Spirit, that they may minister in your household as true servants of Christ and stewards of your divine mysteries; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Richard Hooker, Priest and Teacher of the Faith, 1600
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
8; 11
II Kings 18 or 18:1–13, 17–30, 35–37
Acts 10:1–23
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
15; 16
Isaiah 17
Mark 12:13–34
Grant us, Lord, not to be anxious about earthly things, but to love things heavenly; and even now, as we live among things that are passing away, to hold fast to those that shall endure; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
12; 13; 14
II Kings 19 or 19:1–20, 29–31, 35–37
Acts 10:24–48
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
17
Isaiah 18
Mark 12:35–13:13
Grant us, Lord, not to be anxious about earthly things, but to love things heavenly; and even now, as we live among things that are passing away, to hold fast to those that shall endure; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you have surrounded us with a great cloud of witnesses: Grant that we, encouraged by the good example of your servant N., may persevere in running the race that is set before us, until at last, with him, we attain to your eternal joy; through Jesus Christ, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. Or this: Almighty God, by your Holy Spirit you have made us one with your saints in heaven and on earth: Grant that in our earthly pilgrimage we may always be supported by this fellowship of love and prayer, and know ourselves to be surrounded by their witness to your power and mercy; for the sake of Jesus Christ, in whom all our intercessions are acceptable through the Spirit, and who lives and reigns with you and the same Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Elizabeth and Zechariah, Parents of John the Baptist
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
18:1–20
II Kings 20
Acts 11:1–18
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
18:21–52
Isaiah 19
Mark 13:14–37
Grant us, Lord, not to be anxious about earthly things, but to love things heavenly; and even now, as we live among things that are passing away, to hold fast to those that shall endure; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
O God, our heavenly Father, you raised up your faithful servant N. to be a [Bishop and] pastor in your Church and to feed your flock: Give abundantly to all pastors the gifts of your Holy Spirit, that they may minister in your household as true servants of Christ and stewards of your divine mysteries; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
William Temple, Archbishop of Canterbury and Teacher of the Faith, 1944
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
19
II Chronicles 33
Acts 11:19–30
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
20; 21
Isaiah 20
Mark 14:1–25
Grant us, Lord, not to be anxious about earthly things, but to love things heavenly; and even now, as we live among things that are passing away, to hold fast to those that shall endure; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty and everlasting God, you called your servant N. to preach the Gospel to the people of _________ [or to the __________ people]: Raise up in this and every land evangelists and heralds of your kingdom, that your Church may proclaim the unsearchable riches of our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Willibrord, Archbishop of Utrecht and Missionary to Frisia, 739
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
22
II Kings 21
Acts 12:1–24
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
23; 24
Isaiah 21
Mark 14:26–52
O God, whose blessed Son came into the world that he might destroy the works of the devil and make us children of God and heirs of eternal life: Grant that, having this hope, we may purify ourselves as he is pure; that, when he comes again with power and great glory, we may be made like him in his eternal and glorious kingdom; where he lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
25
II Kings 22
Acts 12:25–13:12
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
27
Isaiah 22
Mark 14:53–72
O God, whose blessed Son came into the world that he might destroy the works of the devil and make us children of God and heirs of eternal life: Grant that, having this hope, we may purify ourselves as he is pure; that, when he comes again with power and great glory, we may be made like him in his eternal and glorious kingdom; where he lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
26; 28
II Kings 23 or 23:1–20, 26–30
Acts 13:13–43
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
31
Isaiah 23
Mark 15
O God, whose blessed Son came into the world that he might destroy the works of the devil and make us children of God and heirs of eternal life: Grant that, having this hope, we may purify ourselves as he is pure; that, when he comes again with power and great glory, we may be made like him in his eternal and glorious kingdom; where he lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
O God, our heavenly Father, you raised up your faithful servant N. to be a [Bishop and] pastor in your Church and to feed your flock: Give abundantly to all pastors the gifts of your Holy Spirit, that they may minister in your household as true servants of Christ and stewards of your divine mysteries; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Leo the Great, Bishop of Rome and Teacher of the Faith, 461
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
29; 30
II Kings 24
Acts 13:44–14:7
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
33
Isaiah 24
Mark 16
O God, whose blessed Son came into the world that he might destroy the works of the devil and make us children of God and heirs of eternal life: Grant that, having this hope, we may purify ourselves as he is pure; that, when he comes again with power and great glory, we may be made like him in his eternal and glorious kingdom; where he lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
O God, our heavenly Father, you raised up your faithful servant N. to be a [Bishop and] pastor in your Church and to feed your flock: Give abundantly to all pastors the gifts of your Holy Spirit, that they may minister in your household as true servants of Christ and stewards of your divine mysteries; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Martin, Bishop of Tours, 397 (Martinmas) / Remembrance Day (Canada)
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
34
II Kings 25 or 25:1–22, 25–30
Acts 14:8–28
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
35
Isaiah 25
Luke 1:1–23
O God, whose blessed Son came into the world that he might destroy the works of the devil and make us children of God and heirs of eternal life: Grant that, having this hope, we may purify ourselves as he is pure; that, when he comes again with power and great glory, we may be made like him in his eternal and glorious kingdom; where he lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
32; 36
Judith 4
Acts 15:1–21
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
38
Isaiah 26
Luke 1:24–56
O God, whose blessed Son came into the world that he might destroy the works of the devil and make us children of God and heirs of eternal life: Grant that, having this hope, we may purify ourselves as he is pure; that, when he comes again with power and great glory, we may be made like him in his eternal and glorious kingdom; where he lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty and everlasting God, you called your servant N. to preach the Gospel to the people of _________ [or to the __________ people]: Raise up in this and every land evangelists and heralds of your kingdom, that your Church may proclaim the unsearchable riches of our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Charles Simeon, Priest and Evangelist, 1836
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
37:1–17
Judith 8
Acts 15:22–35
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
37:18–41
Isaiah 27
Luke 1:57–80
O God, whose blessed Son came into the world that he might destroy the works of the devil and make us children of God and heirs of eternal life: Grant that, having this hope, we may purify ourselves as he is pure; that, when he comes again with power and great glory, we may be made like him in his eternal and glorious kingdom; where he lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
O God, our heavenly Father, you raised up your faithful servant N. to be a [Bishop and] pastor in your Church and to feed your flock: Give abundantly to all pastors the gifts of your Holy Spirit, that they may minister in your household as true servants of Christ and stewards of your divine mysteries; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Consecration of Samuel Seabury, First Bishop in the United States, 1784
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
40
Judith 9
Acts 15:36–16:5
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
39; 41
Isaiah 28
Luke 2:1–21
Stir up, O Lord, the wills of your faithful people, that bringing forth in abundance the fruit of good works, they may be abundantly rewarded when our Savior Jesus Christ comes to restore all things; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty and everlasting God, you called your servant N. to preach the Gospel to the people of _________ [or to the __________ people]: Raise up in this and every land evangelists and heralds of your kingdom, that your Church may proclaim the unsearchable riches of our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Herman, Monk and Missionary to the Native Alaskans, 1837
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
42; 43
Judith 10
Acts 16:6–40
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
44
Isaiah 29
Luke 2:22–52
Stir up, O Lord, the wills of your faithful people, that bringing forth in abundance the fruit of good works, they may be abundantly rewarded when our Savior Jesus Christ comes to restore all things; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
O God, by your grace your servant N., kindled by the flame of your love, became a burning and shining light in your Church, turning pride into humility and error into truth: Grant that we may be set aflame with the same spirit of love and discipline, and walk before you as children of light; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Margaret, Queen of Scotland, Reformer of the Church and Renewer of Society, 1093
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
45
Judith 11
Acts 17:1–15
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
46
Isaiah 30
Luke 3:1–22
Stir up, O Lord, the wills of your faithful people, that bringing forth in abundance the fruit of good works, they may be abundantly rewarded when our Savior Jesus Christ comes to restore all things; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty and everlasting God, you kindled the flame of your love in the heart of your servant N. to manifest your compassion and mercy to the poor and the persecuted: Grant to us, your humble servants, a like faith and power of love, that we who give thanks for his righteous zeal may profit by his example; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Hugh, Bishop of Lincoln and Renewer of Society, 1200
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
47; 48
Judith 12
Acts 17:16–34
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
49
Isaiah 31
Luke 3:23–38
Stir up, O Lord, the wills of your faithful people, that bringing forth in abundance the fruit of good works, they may be abundantly rewarded when our Savior Jesus Christ comes to restore all things; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty and everlasting God, you kindled the flame of your love in the heart of your servant N. to manifest your compassion and mercy to the poor and the persecuted: Grant to us, your humble servants, a like faith and power of love, that we who give thanks for his righteous zeal may profit by his example; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Elizabeth of Hungary, Renewer of Society, 1231
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
50
Judith 13
Acts 18:1–23
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
51
Isaiah 32
Luke 4:1–30
Stir up, O Lord, the wills of your faithful people, that bringing forth in abundance the fruit of good works, they may be abundantly rewarded when our Savior Jesus Christ comes to restore all things; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
O God, your blessed Son became poor for our sake, and chose the Cross over the kingdoms of this world: Deliver us from an inordinate love of worldly things, that we, inspired by the devotion of your servant N., may seek you with singleness of heart, behold your glory by faith, and attain to the riches of your everlasting kingdom, where we shall be united with our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Hilda, Abbess of Whitby, 680
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
52; 53; 54
Judith 14
Acts 18:24–19:7
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
55
Isaiah 33
Luke 4:31–44
Stir up, O Lord, the wills of your faithful people, that bringing forth in abundance the fruit of good works, they may be abundantly rewarded when our Savior Jesus Christ comes to restore all things; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you gave your servant N. boldness to confess the Name of our Savior Jesus Christ before the rulers of this world, and courage to die for this faith: Grant that we may always be ready to give a reason for the hope that is in us, and to suffer gladly for the sake of our Lord Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Edmund, King of East Anglia and Martyr, 870
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
56; 57
Judith 15
Acts 19:8–20
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
58; 60
Isaiah 34
Luke 5:1–16
Stir up, O Lord, the wills of your faithful people, that bringing forth in abundance the fruit of good works, they may be abundantly rewarded when our Savior Jesus Christ comes to restore all things; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
59
Judith 16
Acts 19:21–41
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
63; 64
Isaiah 35
Luke 5:17–39
Almighty and everlasting God, whose will it is to restore all things in your well-beloved Son, the King of kings and Lord of lords: Mercifully grant that the peoples of the earth, divided and enslaved by sin, may be freed and brought together under his most gracious rule; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you gave your servant N. boldness to confess the Name of our Savior Jesus Christ before the rulers of this world, and courage to die for this faith: Grant that we may always be ready to give a reason for the hope that is in us, and to suffer gladly for the sake of our Lord Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Cecilia, Martyr at Rome, c. 230
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
61; 62
Sirach 1
Acts 20:1–16
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
65; 67
Isaiah 36
Luke 6:1–19
Almighty and everlasting God, whose will it is to restore all things in your well-beloved Son, the King of kings and Lord of lords: Mercifully grant that the peoples of the earth, divided and enslaved by sin, may be freed and brought together under his most gracious rule; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you gave your servant N. boldness to confess the Name of our Savior Jesus Christ before the rulers of this world, and courage to die for this faith: Grant that we may always be ready to give a reason for the hope that is in us, and to suffer gladly for the sake of our Lord Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Clement, Bishop of Rome and Martyr, c. 100
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
68:1–18
Sirach 2
Acts 20:17–38
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
68:19–36
Isaiah 37
Luke 6:20–38
Almighty and everlasting God, whose will it is to restore all things in your well-beloved Son, the King of kings and Lord of lords: Mercifully grant that the peoples of the earth, divided and enslaved by sin, may be freed and brought together under his most gracious rule; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
The Lord is glorious in his saints: * O come, let us adore him.
69:1–18
Sirach 4 or 4:1–19
Acts 21:1–16
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
69:19–37
Isaiah 38
Luke 6:39–7:10
Almighty and everlasting God, whose will it is to restore all things in your well-beloved Son, the King of kings and Lord of lords: Mercifully grant that the peoples of the earth, divided and enslaved by sin, may be freed and brought together under his most gracious rule; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you gave your servant N. boldness to confess the Name of our Savior Jesus Christ before the rulers of this world, and courage to die for this faith: Grant that we may always be ready to give a reason for the hope that is in us, and to suffer gladly for the sake of our Lord Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Catherine of Alexandria, Martyr, c. 305
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
66
Sirach 6 or 6:5–31
Acts 21:17–36
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
70; 72
Isaiah 39
Luke 7:11–35
Almighty and everlasting God, whose will it is to restore all things in your well-beloved Son, the King of kings and Lord of lords: Mercifully grant that the peoples of the earth, divided and enslaved by sin, may be freed and brought together under his most gracious rule; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you have surrounded us with a great cloud of witnesses: Grant that we, encouraged by the good example of your servant N., may persevere in running the race that is set before us, until at last, with him, we attain to your eternal joy; through Jesus Christ, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. Or this: Almighty God, by your Holy Spirit you have made us one with your saints in heaven and on earth: Grant that in our earthly pilgrimage we may always be supported by this fellowship of love and prayer, and know ourselves to be surrounded by their witness to your power and mercy; for the sake of Jesus Christ, in whom all our intercessions are acceptable through the Spirit, and who lives and reigns with you and the same Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Thanksgiving Day (United States)
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
71
Sirach 7 or 7:1–21, 27–36
Acts 21:37–22:22
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
73
Isaiah 40
Luke 7:36–50
Almighty and everlasting God, whose will it is to restore all things in your well-beloved Son, the King of kings and Lord of lords: Mercifully grant that the peoples of the earth, divided and enslaved by sin, may be freed and brought together under his most gracious rule; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
74
Sirach 9
Acts 22:23–23:11
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
77
Isaiah 41
Luke 8:1–21
Almighty and everlasting God, whose will it is to restore all things in your well-beloved Son, the King of kings and Lord of lords: Mercifully grant that the peoples of the earth, divided and enslaved by sin, may be freed and brought together under his most gracious rule; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
In the wilderness prepare the way of the Lord; make straight in the desert a highway for our God. isaiah 40:3
Our King and Savior now draws near: * O come, let us adore him.
75; 76
Sirach 10 or 10:1–24
Acts 23:12–35
Therefore stay awake, for you do not know when the master of the house will come, in the evening, or at midnight, or when the rooster crows, or in the morning, lest he come suddenly and find you asleep. mark 13:35-36
79; 82
Isaiah 42
Luke 8:22–56
Almighty God, give us grace to cast away the works of darkness, and put on the armor of light, now in the time of this mortal life in which your Son Jesus Christ came to visit us in great humility; that in the last day, when he shall come again in his glorious majesty to judge both the living and the dead, we may rise to the life immortal; through him who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you gave your servant N. special gifts of grace to understand and teach the truth revealed in Christ Jesus: Grant that by this teaching we may know you, the one true God, and Jesus Christ whom you have sent; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Christ the Sun of Righteousness shine upon you, scatter the darkness from before your path, and make you ready to meet him when he comes in glory; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
Clive Staples Lewis, Teacher of the Faith, 1963
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
Our King and Savior now draws near: * O come, let us adore him.
78:1–18
Sirach 11 or 11:1–9, 18–28
John 1:35–42
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
78:19–40
Isaiah 43
Luke 9:1–17
Almighty God, you gave such grace to your apostle Andrew that he readily obeyed the call of your Son Jesus Christ, and brought his brother with him: Give us, who are called by your holy Word, grace to follow him without delay, and to bring those near to us into his gracious presence; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty and everlasting God, you called your servant N. to preach the Gospel to the people of _________ [or to the __________ people]: Raise up in this and every land evangelists and heralds of your kingdom, that your Church may proclaim the unsearchable riches of our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
The First Monday of Advent
In the wilderness prepare the way of the Lord; make straight in the desert a highway for our God. isaiah 40:3
Our King and Savior now draws near: * O come, let us adore him.
78:41–73
Sirach 14
Acts 24:1–23
Therefore stay awake, for you do not know when the master of the house will come, in the evening, or at midnight, or when the rooster crows, or in the morning, lest he come suddenly and find you asleep. mark 13:35-36
80
Isaiah 44
Luke 9:18–50
Almighty God, give us grace to cast away the works of darkness, and put on the armor of light, now in the time of this mortal life in which your Son Jesus Christ came to visit us in great humility; that in the last day, when he shall come again in his glorious majesty to judge both the living and the dead, we may rise to the life immortal; through him who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
O God, our heavenly Father, you raised up your faithful servant N. to be a [Bishop and] pastor in your Church and to feed your flock: Give abundantly to all pastors the gifts of your Holy Spirit, that they may minister in your household as true servants of Christ and stewards of your divine mysteries; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Christ the Sun of Righteousness shine upon you, scatter the darkness from before your path, and make you ready to meet him when he comes in glory; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
Nicholas Ferrar, Deacon and Founder of the Little Gidding Community, 1637
In the wilderness prepare the way of the Lord; make straight in the desert a highway for our God. isaiah 40:3
Our King and Savior now draws near: * O come, let us adore him.
81
Sirach 17
Acts 24:24–25:12
Therefore stay awake, for you do not know when the master of the house will come, in the evening, or at midnight, or when the rooster crows, or in the morning, lest he come suddenly and find you asleep. mark 13:35-36
83
Isaiah 45
Luke 9:51–62
Almighty God, give us grace to cast away the works of darkness, and put on the armor of light, now in the time of this mortal life in which your Son Jesus Christ came to visit us in great humility; that in the last day, when he shall come again in his glorious majesty to judge both the living and the dead, we may rise to the life immortal; through him who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty and everlasting God, you called your servant N. to preach the Gospel to the people of _________ [or to the __________ people]: Raise up in this and every land evangelists and heralds of your kingdom, that your Church may proclaim the unsearchable riches of our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Christ the Sun of Righteousness shine upon you, scatter the darkness from before your path, and make you ready to meet him when he comes in glory; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
Channing Moore Williams, Missionary Bishop in China and Japan, 1910
In the wilderness prepare the way of the Lord; make straight in the desert a highway for our God. isaiah 40:3
Our King and Savior now draws near: * O come, let us adore him.
84
Sirach 18 or 18:1–26, 30–33
Acts 25:13–27
Therefore stay awake, for you do not know when the master of the house will come, in the evening, or at midnight, or when the rooster crows, or in the morning, lest he come suddenly and find you asleep. mark 13:35-36
85
Isaiah 46
Luke 10:1–24
Almighty God, give us grace to cast away the works of darkness, and put on the armor of light, now in the time of this mortal life in which your Son Jesus Christ came to visit us in great humility; that in the last day, when he shall come again in his glorious majesty to judge both the living and the dead, we may rise to the life immortal; through him who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Christ the Sun of Righteousness shine upon you, scatter the darkness from before your path, and make you ready to meet him when he comes in glory; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
In the wilderness prepare the way of the Lord; make straight in the desert a highway for our God. isaiah 40:3
Our King and Savior now draws near: * O come, let us adore him.
86; 87
Sirach 21
Acts 26
Therefore stay awake, for you do not know when the master of the house will come, in the evening, or at midnight, or when the rooster crows, or in the morning, lest he come suddenly and find you asleep. mark 13:35-36
88
Isaiah 47
Luke 10:25–42
Almighty God, give us grace to cast away the works of darkness, and put on the armor of light, now in the time of this mortal life in which your Son Jesus Christ came to visit us in great humility; that in the last day, when he shall come again in his glorious majesty to judge both the living and the dead, we may rise to the life immortal; through him who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
O God, our heavenly Father, you raised up your faithful servant N. to be a [Bishop and] pastor in your Church and to feed your flock: Give abundantly to all pastors the gifts of your Holy Spirit, that they may minister in your household as true servants of Christ and stewards of your divine mysteries; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Christ the Sun of Righteousness shine upon you, scatter the darkness from before your path, and make you ready to meet him when he comes in glory; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
John of Damascus, Priest and Teacher of the Faith, 760
In the wilderness prepare the way of the Lord; make straight in the desert a highway for our God. isaiah 40:3
Our King and Savior now draws near: * O come, let us adore him.
89:1–18
Sirach 34
Acts 27
Therefore stay awake, for you do not know when the master of the house will come, in the evening, or at midnight, or when the rooster crows, or in the morning, lest he come suddenly and find you asleep. mark 13:35-36
89:19–51
Isaiah 48
Luke 11:1–28
Almighty God, give us grace to cast away the works of darkness, and put on the armor of light, now in the time of this mortal life in which your Son Jesus Christ came to visit us in great humility; that in the last day, when he shall come again in his glorious majesty to judge both the living and the dead, we may rise to the life immortal; through him who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
O God, our heavenly Father, you raised up your faithful servant N. to be a [Bishop and] pastor in your Church and to feed your flock: Give abundantly to all pastors the gifts of your Holy Spirit, that they may minister in your household as true servants of Christ and stewards of your divine mysteries; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Christ the Sun of Righteousness shine upon you, scatter the darkness from before your path, and make you ready to meet him when he comes in glory; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
Clement of Alexandria, Priest and Teacher of the Faith, 210
In the wilderness prepare the way of the Lord; make straight in the desert a highway for our God. isaiah 40:3
Our King and Savior now draws near: * O come, let us adore him.
90
Sirach 38 or 38:1–15, 24–34
Acts 28:1–15
Therefore stay awake, for you do not know when the master of the house will come, in the evening, or at midnight, or when the rooster crows, or in the morning, lest he come suddenly and find you asleep. mark 13:35-36
91
Isaiah 49
Luke 11:29–54
Blessed Lord, who caused all holy Scriptures to be written for our learning: Grant us so to hear them, read, mark, learn, and inwardly digest them, that by patience and the comfort of your holy Word we may embrace and ever hold fast the blessed hope of everlasting life, which you have given us in our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
O God, our heavenly Father, you raised up your faithful servant N. to be a [Bishop and] pastor in your Church and to feed your flock: Give abundantly to all pastors the gifts of your Holy Spirit, that they may minister in your household as true servants of Christ and stewards of your divine mysteries; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Christ the Sun of Righteousness shine upon you, scatter the darkness from before your path, and make you ready to meet him when he comes in glory; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
Nicholas, Bishop of Myra, c. 326
In the wilderness prepare the way of the Lord; make straight in the desert a highway for our God. isaiah 40:3
Our King and Savior now draws near: * O come, let us adore him.
92; 93
Sirach 39 or 39:1–11, 16–35
Acts 28:16–31
Therefore stay awake, for you do not know when the master of the house will come, in the evening, or at midnight, or when the rooster crows, or in the morning, lest he come suddenly and find you asleep. mark 13:35-36
94
Isaiah 50
Luke 12:1–34
Blessed Lord, who caused all holy Scriptures to be written for our learning: Grant us so to hear them, read, mark, learn, and inwardly digest them, that by patience and the comfort of your holy Word we may embrace and ever hold fast the blessed hope of everlasting life, which you have given us in our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
O God, our heavenly Father, you raised up your faithful servant N. to be a [Bishop and] pastor in your Church and to feed your flock: Give abundantly to all pastors the gifts of your Holy Spirit, that they may minister in your household as true servants of Christ and stewards of your divine mysteries; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Christ the Sun of Righteousness shine upon you, scatter the darkness from before your path, and make you ready to meet him when he comes in glory; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
Ambrose, Bishop of Milan and Teacher of the Faith, 397
In the wilderness prepare the way of the Lord; make straight in the desert a highway for our God. isaiah 40:3
Our King and Savior now draws near: * O come, let us adore him.
95; 96
Sirach 44
Revelation 1
Therefore stay awake, for you do not know when the master of the house will come, in the evening, or at midnight, or when the rooster crows, or in the morning, lest he come suddenly and find you asleep. mark 13:35-36
97; 98
Isaiah 51
Luke 12:35–53
Blessed Lord, who caused all holy Scriptures to be written for our learning: Grant us so to hear them, read, mark, learn, and inwardly digest them, that by patience and the comfort of your holy Word we may embrace and ever hold fast the blessed hope of everlasting life, which you have given us in our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
O God, our heavenly Father, you raised up your faithful servant N. to be a [Bishop and] pastor in your Church and to feed your flock: Give abundantly to all pastors the gifts of your Holy Spirit, that they may minister in your household as true servants of Christ and stewards of your divine mysteries; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Christ the Sun of Righteousness shine upon you, scatter the darkness from before your path, and make you ready to meet him when he comes in glory; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
Richard Baxter, Pastor and Teacher of the Faith, 1691
In the wilderness prepare the way of the Lord; make straight in the desert a highway for our God. isaiah 40:3
Our King and Savior now draws near: * O come, let us adore him.
99; 100; 101
Sirach 45
Revelation 2:1–17
Therefore stay awake, for you do not know when the master of the house will come, in the evening, or at midnight, or when the rooster crows, or in the morning, lest he come suddenly and find you asleep. mark 13:35-36
102
Isaiah 52
Luke 12:54–13:9
Blessed Lord, who caused all holy Scriptures to be written for our learning: Grant us so to hear them, read, mark, learn, and inwardly digest them, that by patience and the comfort of your holy Word we may embrace and ever hold fast the blessed hope of everlasting life, which you have given us in our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Christ the Sun of Righteousness shine upon you, scatter the darkness from before your path, and make you ready to meet him when he comes in glory; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
In the wilderness prepare the way of the Lord; make straight in the desert a highway for our God. isaiah 40:3
Our King and Savior now draws near: * O come, let us adore him.
103
Sirach 46
Revelation 2:18–3:6
Therefore stay awake, for you do not know when the master of the house will come, in the evening, or at midnight, or when the rooster crows, or in the morning, lest he come suddenly and find you asleep. mark 13:35-36
104
Isaiah 53
Luke 13:10–35
Blessed Lord, who caused all holy Scriptures to be written for our learning: Grant us so to hear them, read, mark, learn, and inwardly digest them, that by patience and the comfort of your holy Word we may embrace and ever hold fast the blessed hope of everlasting life, which you have given us in our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Christ the Sun of Righteousness shine upon you, scatter the darkness from before your path, and make you ready to meet him when he comes in glory; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
In the wilderness prepare the way of the Lord; make straight in the desert a highway for our God. isaiah 40:3
Our King and Savior now draws near: * O come, let us adore him.
105:1–22
Sirach 47
Revelation 3:7–22
Therefore stay awake, for you do not know when the master of the house will come, in the evening, or at midnight, or when the rooster crows, or in the morning, lest he come suddenly and find you asleep. mark 13:35-36
105:23–44
Isaiah 54
Luke 14:1–24
Blessed Lord, who caused all holy Scriptures to be written for our learning: Grant us so to hear them, read, mark, learn, and inwardly digest them, that by patience and the comfort of your holy Word we may embrace and ever hold fast the blessed hope of everlasting life, which you have given us in our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Christ the Sun of Righteousness shine upon you, scatter the darkness from before your path, and make you ready to meet him when he comes in glory; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
In the wilderness prepare the way of the Lord; make straight in the desert a highway for our God. isaiah 40:3
Our King and Savior now draws near: * O come, let us adore him.
106:1–18
Sirach 48
Revelation 4
Therefore stay awake, for you do not know when the master of the house will come, in the evening, or at midnight, or when the rooster crows, or in the morning, lest he come suddenly and find you asleep. mark 13:35-36
106:19–46
Isaiah 55
Luke 14:25–15:10
Blessed Lord, who caused all holy Scriptures to be written for our learning: Grant us so to hear them, read, mark, learn, and inwardly digest them, that by patience and the comfort of your holy Word we may embrace and ever hold fast the blessed hope of everlasting life, which you have given us in our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Christ the Sun of Righteousness shine upon you, scatter the darkness from before your path, and make you ready to meet him when he comes in glory; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
In the wilderness prepare the way of the Lord; make straight in the desert a highway for our God. isaiah 40:3
Our King and Savior now draws near: * O come, let us adore him.
107:1–22
Sirach 49
Revelation 5
Therefore stay awake, for you do not know when the master of the house will come, in the evening, or at midnight, or when the rooster crows, or in the morning, lest he come suddenly and find you asleep. mark 13:35-36
107:23–43
Isaiah 56
Luke 15:11–32
O Lord Jesus Christ, you sent your messengers the prophets to preach repentance and prepare the way for our salvation: Grant that the ministers and stewards of your mysteries may likewise make ready your way, by turning the hearts of the disobedient toward the wisdom of the just, that at your second coming to judge the world, we may be found a people acceptable in your sight; for with the Father and the Holy Spirit you live and reign, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you gave your servant N. boldness to confess the Name of our Savior Jesus Christ before the rulers of this world, and courage to die for this faith: Grant that we may always be ready to give a reason for the hope that is in us, and to suffer gladly for the sake of our Lord Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Christ the Sun of Righteousness shine upon you, scatter the darkness from before your path, and make you ready to meet him when he comes in glory; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
Lucy, Martyr at Syracuse, 304
In the wilderness prepare the way of the Lord; make straight in the desert a highway for our God. isaiah 40:3
Our King and Savior now draws near: * O come, let us adore him.
108; 110
Sirach 50
Revelation 6
Therefore stay awake, for you do not know when the master of the house will come, in the evening, or at midnight, or when the rooster crows, or in the morning, lest he come suddenly and find you asleep. mark 13:35-36
109
Isaiah 57
Luke 16
O Lord Jesus Christ, you sent your messengers the prophets to preach repentance and prepare the way for our salvation: Grant that the ministers and stewards of your mysteries may likewise make ready your way, by turning the hearts of the disobedient toward the wisdom of the just, that at your second coming to judge the world, we may be found a people acceptable in your sight; for with the Father and the Holy Spirit you live and reign, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Christ the Sun of Righteousness shine upon you, scatter the darkness from before your path, and make you ready to meet him when he comes in glory; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
In the wilderness prepare the way of the Lord; make straight in the desert a highway for our God. isaiah 40:3
Our King and Savior now draws near: * O come, let us adore him.
111; 112
Sirach 51
Revelation 7
Therefore stay awake, for you do not know when the master of the house will come, in the evening, or at midnight, or when the rooster crows, or in the morning, lest he come suddenly and find you asleep. mark 13:35-36
113; 114
Isaiah 58
Luke 17:1–19
O Lord Jesus Christ, you sent your messengers the prophets to preach repentance and prepare the way for our salvation: Grant that the ministers and stewards of your mysteries may likewise make ready your way, by turning the hearts of the disobedient toward the wisdom of the just, that at your second coming to judge the world, we may be found a people acceptable in your sight; for with the Father and the Holy Spirit you live and reign, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Christ the Sun of Righteousness shine upon you, scatter the darkness from before your path, and make you ready to meet him when he comes in glory; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
In the wilderness prepare the way of the Lord; make straight in the desert a highway for our God. isaiah 40:3
Our King and Savior now draws near: * O come, let us adore him.
115
Wisdom 1
Revelation 8
Therefore stay awake, for you do not know when the master of the house will come, in the evening, or at midnight, or when the rooster crows, or in the morning, lest he come suddenly and find you asleep. mark 13:35-36
116; 117
Isaiah 59
Luke 17:20–37
O Lord Jesus Christ, you sent your messengers the prophets to preach repentance and prepare the way for our salvation: Grant that the ministers and stewards of your mysteries may likewise make ready your way, by turning the hearts of the disobedient toward the wisdom of the just, that at your second coming to judge the world, we may be found a people acceptable in your sight; for with the Father and the Holy Spirit you live and reign, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you have surrounded us with a great cloud of witnesses: Grant that we, encouraged by the good example of your servant N., may persevere in running the race that is set before us, until at last, with him, we attain to your eternal joy; through Jesus Christ, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. Or this: Almighty God, by your Holy Spirit you have made us one with your saints in heaven and on earth: Grant that in our earthly pilgrimage we may always be supported by this fellowship of love and prayer, and know ourselves to be surrounded by their witness to your power and mercy; for the sake of Jesus Christ, in whom all our intercessions are acceptable through the Spirit, and who lives and reigns with you and the same Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Christ the Sun of Righteousness shine upon you, scatter the darkness from before your path, and make you ready to meet him when he comes in glory; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
O Sapientia / Ember Day
In the wilderness prepare the way of the Lord; make straight in the desert a highway for our God. isaiah 40:3
Our King and Savior now draws near: * O come, let us adore him.
119:1–24
Wisdom 2
Revelation 9
Therefore stay awake, for you do not know when the master of the house will come, in the evening, or at midnight, or when the rooster crows, or in the morning, lest he come suddenly and find you asleep. mark 13:35-36
119:25–48
Isaiah 60
Luke 18:1–30
O Lord Jesus Christ, you sent your messengers the prophets to preach repentance and prepare the way for our salvation: Grant that the ministers and stewards of your mysteries may likewise make ready your way, by turning the hearts of the disobedient toward the wisdom of the just, that at your second coming to judge the world, we may be found a people acceptable in your sight; for with the Father and the Holy Spirit you live and reign, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you have surrounded us with a great cloud of witnesses: Grant that we, encouraged by the good example of your servant N., may persevere in running the race that is set before us, until at last, with him, we attain to your eternal joy; through Jesus Christ, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. Or this: Almighty God, by your Holy Spirit you have made us one with your saints in heaven and on earth: Grant that in our earthly pilgrimage we may always be supported by this fellowship of love and prayer, and know ourselves to be surrounded by their witness to your power and mercy; for the sake of Jesus Christ, in whom all our intercessions are acceptable through the Spirit, and who lives and reigns with you and the same Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Christ the Sun of Righteousness shine upon you, scatter the darkness from before your path, and make you ready to meet him when he comes in glory; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
O Adonai
In the wilderness prepare the way of the Lord; make straight in the desert a highway for our God. isaiah 40:3
Our King and Savior now draws near: * O come, let us adore him.
119:49–72
Wisdom 3
Revelation 10
Therefore stay awake, for you do not know when the master of the house will come, in the evening, or at midnight, or when the rooster crows, or in the morning, lest he come suddenly and find you asleep. mark 13:35-36
119:73–88
Isaiah 61
Luke 18:31–19:10
O Lord Jesus Christ, you sent your messengers the prophets to preach repentance and prepare the way for our salvation: Grant that the ministers and stewards of your mysteries may likewise make ready your way, by turning the hearts of the disobedient toward the wisdom of the just, that at your second coming to judge the world, we may be found a people acceptable in your sight; for with the Father and the Holy Spirit you live and reign, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you have surrounded us with a great cloud of witnesses: Grant that we, encouraged by the good example of your servant N., may persevere in running the race that is set before us, until at last, with him, we attain to your eternal joy; through Jesus Christ, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. Or this: Almighty God, by your Holy Spirit you have made us one with your saints in heaven and on earth: Grant that in our earthly pilgrimage we may always be supported by this fellowship of love and prayer, and know ourselves to be surrounded by their witness to your power and mercy; for the sake of Jesus Christ, in whom all our intercessions are acceptable through the Spirit, and who lives and reigns with you and the same Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Christ the Sun of Righteousness shine upon you, scatter the darkness from before your path, and make you ready to meet him when he comes in glory; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
O Radix Jesse / Ember Day
In the wilderness prepare the way of the Lord; make straight in the desert a highway for our God. isaiah 40:3
Our King and Savior now draws near: * O come, let us adore him.
119:89–104
Wisdom 4
Revelation 11
Therefore stay awake, for you do not know when the master of the house will come, in the evening, or at midnight, or when the rooster crows, or in the morning, lest he come suddenly and find you asleep. mark 13:35-36
119:105–128
Isaiah 62
Luke 19:11–28
O Lord Jesus Christ, you sent your messengers the prophets to preach repentance and prepare the way for our salvation: Grant that the ministers and stewards of your mysteries may likewise make ready your way, by turning the hearts of the disobedient toward the wisdom of the just, that at your second coming to judge the world, we may be found a people acceptable in your sight; for with the Father and the Holy Spirit you live and reign, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you have surrounded us with a great cloud of witnesses: Grant that we, encouraged by the good example of your servant N., may persevere in running the race that is set before us, until at last, with him, we attain to your eternal joy; through Jesus Christ, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. Or this: Almighty God, by your Holy Spirit you have made us one with your saints in heaven and on earth: Grant that in our earthly pilgrimage we may always be supported by this fellowship of love and prayer, and know ourselves to be surrounded by their witness to your power and mercy; for the sake of Jesus Christ, in whom all our intercessions are acceptable through the Spirit, and who lives and reigns with you and the same Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Christ the Sun of Righteousness shine upon you, scatter the darkness from before your path, and make you ready to meet him when he comes in glory; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
O Clavis David / Ember Day
In the wilderness prepare the way of the Lord; make straight in the desert a highway for our God. isaiah 40:3
The Word was made flesh and dwelt among us: * O come, let us adore him.
119:129–152
Wisdom 5
Revelation 12
Therefore stay awake, for you do not know when the master of the house will come, in the evening, or at midnight, or when the rooster crows, or in the morning, lest he come suddenly and find you asleep. mark 13:35-36
119:153–176
Isaiah 63
Luke 19:29–48
Stir up your power, O Lord, and with great might come among us; and as we are sorely hindered by our sins from running the race that is set before us, let your bountiful grace and mercy speedily help and deliver us; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you have surrounded us with a great cloud of witnesses: Grant that we, encouraged by the good example of your servant N., may persevere in running the race that is set before us, until at last, with him, we attain to your eternal joy; through Jesus Christ, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. Or this: Almighty God, by your Holy Spirit you have made us one with your saints in heaven and on earth: Grant that in our earthly pilgrimage we may always be supported by this fellowship of love and prayer, and know ourselves to be surrounded by their witness to your power and mercy; for the sake of Jesus Christ, in whom all our intercessions are acceptable through the Spirit, and who lives and reigns with you and the same Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Christ the Sun of Righteousness shine upon you, scatter the darkness from before your path, and make you ready to meet him when he comes in glory; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
O Oriens
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
Our King and Savior now draws near: * O come, let us adore him.
118
Revelation 13
John 14:1–7
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
120; 121
Isaiah 64
Luke 20:1–26
Everliving God, you strengthened your apostle Thomas with firm and certain faith in your Son’s resurrection: Grant us so perfectly and without doubt to believe in Jesus Christ, our Lord and our God, that our faith may never be found wanting in your sight; through him who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty and everlasting God, you called your servant N. to preach the Gospel to the people of _________ [or to the __________ people]: Raise up in this and every land evangelists and heralds of your kingdom, that your Church may proclaim the unsearchable riches of our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
The Fourth Monday of Advent / O Rex Gentium
In the wilderness prepare the way of the Lord; make straight in the desert a highway for our God. isaiah 40:3
Our King and Savior now draws near: * O come, let us adore him.
122; 123
Wisdom 6
Revelation 14
Therefore stay awake, for you do not know when the master of the house will come, in the evening, or at midnight, or when the rooster crows, or in the morning, lest he come suddenly and find you asleep. mark 13:35-36
124; 125; 126
Isaiah 65
Luke 20:27–21:4
Stir up your power, O Lord, and with great might come among us; and as we are sorely hindered by our sins from running the race that is set before us, let your bountiful grace and mercy speedily help and deliver us; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you have surrounded us with a great cloud of witnesses: Grant that we, encouraged by the good example of your servant N., may persevere in running the race that is set before us, until at last, with him, we attain to your eternal joy; through Jesus Christ, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. Or this: Almighty God, by your Holy Spirit you have made us one with your saints in heaven and on earth: Grant that in our earthly pilgrimage we may always be supported by this fellowship of love and prayer, and know ourselves to be surrounded by their witness to your power and mercy; for the sake of Jesus Christ, in whom all our intercessions are acceptable through the Spirit, and who lives and reigns with you and the same Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Christ the Sun of Righteousness shine upon you, scatter the darkness from before your path, and make you ready to meet him when he comes in glory; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
O Emmanuel
In the wilderness prepare the way of the Lord; make straight in the desert a highway for our God. isaiah 40:3
Our King and Savior now draws near: * O come, let us adore him.
127; 128
Wisdom 7
Revelation 15
Therefore stay awake, for you do not know when the master of the house will come, in the evening, or at midnight, or when the rooster crows, or in the morning, lest he come suddenly and find you asleep. mark 13:35-36
129; 130; 131
Isaiah 66
Luke 21:5–38
Stir up your power, O Lord, and with great might come among us; and as we are sorely hindered by our sins from running the race that is set before us, let your bountiful grace and mercy speedily help and deliver us; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you have surrounded us with a great cloud of witnesses: Grant that we, encouraged by the good example of your servant N., may persevere in running the race that is set before us, until at last, with him, we attain to your eternal joy; through Jesus Christ, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. Or this: Almighty God, by your Holy Spirit you have made us one with your saints in heaven and on earth: Grant that in our earthly pilgrimage we may always be supported by this fellowship of love and prayer, and know ourselves to be surrounded by their witness to your power and mercy; for the sake of Jesus Christ, in whom all our intercessions are acceptable through the Spirit, and who lives and reigns with you and the same Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Christ the Sun of Righteousness shine upon you, scatter the darkness from before your path, and make you ready to meet him when he comes in glory; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
O Virgo Virginum
In the wilderness prepare the way of the Lord; make straight in the desert a highway for our God. isaiah 40:3
Alleluia. Unto us a child is born: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
132; 133
Wisdom 8
Revelation 16
Therefore stay awake, for you do not know when the master of the house will come, in the evening, or at midnight, or when the rooster crows, or in the morning, lest he come suddenly and find you asleep. mark 13:35-36
134; 135
Song of Songs 1
Luke 22:1–38
Stir up your power, O Lord, and with great might come among us; and as we are sorely hindered by our sins from running the race that is set before us, let your bountiful grace and mercy speedily help and deliver us; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you have surrounded us with a great cloud of witnesses: Grant that we, encouraged by the good example of your servant N., may persevere in running the race that is set before us, until at last, with him, we attain to your eternal joy; through Jesus Christ, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. Or this: Almighty God, by your Holy Spirit you have made us one with your saints in heaven and on earth: Grant that in our earthly pilgrimage we may always be supported by this fellowship of love and prayer, and know ourselves to be surrounded by their witness to your power and mercy; for the sake of Jesus Christ, in whom all our intercessions are acceptable through the Spirit, and who lives and reigns with you and the same Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Christ the Sun of Righteousness shine upon you, scatter the darkness from before your path, and make you ready to meet him when he comes in glory; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
Christmas Eve
Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. luke 2:10-11
Alleluia. Unto us a child is born: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
19 or Psalm 45
Isaiah 9:1–7
Revelation 17
Behold, the dwelling place of God is with man. He will dwell with them, and they will be his people, and God himself will be with them as their God. revelation 21:3
85; 110
Song of Songs 2
Luke 2:1–14
Almighty God, you have given your only-begotten Son to take our nature upon him, and to be born [this day] of a pure virgin: Grant that we, who have been born again and made your children by adoption and grace, may daily be renewed by your Holy Spirit; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom with you and the same Spirit be honor and glory, now and for ever. Amen.
Christ, who by his incarnation gathered into one things earthly and heavenly, fill you with peace and goodwill and make you partakers of the divine nature; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen.
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
Alleluia. Unto us a child is born: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
136
Acts 6:8–15; 7:6, 17–41, 44–60
Revelation 18
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
137; 138
Song of Songs 3
Luke 22:39–53
O Glorious Lord, your servant Stephen looked up to heaven and prayed for his persecutors: grant that in all our sufferings here upon earth we may love and forgive our enemies, looking steadfastly to Jesus Christ our Lord, who sits at your right hand and intercedes for us; and who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you gave your servant N. boldness to confess the Name of our Savior Jesus Christ before the rulers of this world, and courage to die for this faith: Grant that we may always be ready to give a reason for the hope that is in us, and to suffer gladly for the sake of our Lord Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Second Day of Christmas
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
Alleluia. Unto us a child is born: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
139
Revelation 19
John 21:9–25
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
141; 142
Song of Songs 4
Luke 22:54–71
Shed upon your Church, O Lord, the brightness of your light; that we, being illumined by the teaching of your apostle and evangelist John, may so walk in the light of your truth, that at length we may attain to the fullness of eternal life; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Almighty and everlasting God, you called your servant N. to preach the Gospel to the people of _________ [or to the __________ people]: Raise up in this and every land evangelists and heralds of your kingdom, that your Church may proclaim the unsearchable riches of our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
The First Sunday of Christmas / The Third Day of Christmas
The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. habakkuk 2:20
Alleluia. Unto us a child is born: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
140
Jeremiah 31:1–17
Revelation 20
O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole earth stand in awe of him. psalm 96:9
143
Song of Songs 5
Luke 23:1–25
Almighty God, out of the mouths of children you manifest your truth, and by the death of the Holy Innocents at the hands of evil tyrants you show your strength in our weakness: We ask you to mortify all that is evil within us, and so strengthen us by your grace, that we may glorify your holy Name by the innocence of our lives and the constancy of our faith even unto death; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who died for us and now lives with you and the Holy Spirit, world without end. Amen.
Almighty God, you have surrounded us with a great cloud of witnesses: Grant that we, encouraged by the good example of your servant N., may persevere in running the race that is set before us, until at last, with him, we attain to your eternal joy; through Jesus Christ, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. Or this: Almighty God, by your Holy Spirit you have made us one with your saints in heaven and on earth: Grant that in our earthly pilgrimage we may always be supported by this fellowship of love and prayer, and know ourselves to be surrounded by their witness to your power and mercy; for the sake of Jesus Christ, in whom all our intercessions are acceptable through the Spirit, and who lives and reigns with you and the same Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Fourth Day of Christmas
Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. luke 2:10-11
Alleluia. Unto us a child is born: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
144
Wisdom 9
Revelation 21:1–14
Behold, the dwelling place of God is with man. He will dwell with them, and they will be his people, and God himself will be with them as their God. revelation 21:3
145
Song of Songs 6
Luke 23:26–49
Almighty God, you have poured upon us the new light of your incarnate Word: Grant that this light, kindled in our hearts, may shine forth in our lives; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Almighty God, you gave your servant N. boldness to confess the Name of our Savior Jesus Christ before the rulers of this world, and courage to die for this faith: Grant that we may always be ready to give a reason for the hope that is in us, and to suffer gladly for the sake of our Lord Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Thomas Becket, Archbishop of Canterbury, Martyr, 1170
Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. luke 2:10-11
Alleluia. Unto us a child is born: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
146
Wisdom 10
Revelation 21:15–22:5
Behold, the dwelling place of God is with man. He will dwell with them, and they will be his people, and God himself will be with them as their God. revelation 21:3
147
Song of Songs 7
Luke 23:50–24:12
Almighty God, you have poured upon us the new light of your incarnate Word: Grant that this light, kindled in our hearts, may shine forth in our lives; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. luke 2:10-11
Alleluia. Unto us a child is born: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.
148
Wisdom 11
Revelation 22:6–21
Behold, the dwelling place of God is with man. He will dwell with them, and they will be his people, and God himself will be with them as their God. revelation 21:3
149; 150
Song of Songs 8
Luke 24:13–53
Almighty God, you have poured upon us the new light of your incarnate Word: Grant that this light, kindled in our hearts, may shine forth in our lives; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
O God, our heavenly Father, you raised up your faithful servant N. to be a [Bishop and] pastor in your Church and to feed your flock: Give abundantly to all pastors the gifts of your Holy Spirit, that they may minister in your household as true servants of Christ and stewards of your divine mysteries; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
John Wyclif, Priest and Translator of the Bible into English, 1384