Morning Prayer

Opening Sentence

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

Antiphon

Alleluia. Unto us a child is born: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.

Psalms

1, 2

First Lesson

Gen 1

Second Lesson

John 1:1-28

Evening Prayer

Opening Sentence

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

Psalms

3, 4

First Lesson

Gal 1

Second Lesson

Luke 2:8-21

Collects

Morning Prayer

Opening Sentence

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

Antiphon

Alleluia. Unto us a child is born: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.

Psalms

5, 6

First Lesson

Gen 2

Second Lesson

John 1:29-end

Evening Prayer

Opening Sentence

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

Psalms

7

First Lesson

Jer 1

Second Lesson

Gal 2

Collects

Morning Prayer

Opening Sentence

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

Antiphon

Alleluia. Unto us a child is born: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.

Psalms

9

First Lesson

Gen 3

Second Lesson

John 2

Evening Prayer

Opening Sentence

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

Psalms

10

First Lesson

Jer 2 † 1-22

Second Lesson

Gal 3

Collects

Morning Prayer

Opening Sentence

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

Antiphon

Alleluia. Unto us a child is born: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.

Psalms

8, 11

First Lesson

Gen 4

Second Lesson

John 3:1-21

Evening Prayer

Opening Sentence

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

Psalms

15, 16

First Lesson

Jer 3

Second Lesson

Gal 4

Collects

Morning Prayer

Opening Sentence

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

Antiphon

Alleluia. Unto us a child is born: * O come, let us adore him. Alleluia.

Psalms

12, 13, 14

First Lesson

Gen 5

Second Lesson

John 3:22-end

Evening Prayer

Opening Sentence

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

Psalms

17

First Lesson

Jer 4

Second Lesson

Gal 5

Collects

Morning Prayer

Opening Sentence

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

Antiphon

The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.

Psalms

96, 97

First Lesson

Gen 6

Second Lesson

Matt 2:1-12

Evening Prayer

Opening Sentence

Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3

Psalms

67, 72

First Lesson

Jer 5

Second Lesson

John 2:1-12

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Opening Sentence

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

Antiphon

The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.

Psalms

18:1-20v

First Lesson

Gen 7

Second Lesson

John 4:1-26

Evening Prayer

Opening Sentence

Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3

Psalms

18:21-52v

First Lesson

Jer 6

Second Lesson

Gal 6

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Opening Sentence

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

Antiphon

The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.

Psalms

19

First Lesson

Gen 8

Second Lesson

John 4:27-end

Evening Prayer

Opening Sentence

Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3

Psalms

20, 21

First Lesson

Jer 7 † 1-28,34

Second Lesson

1 Thess 1

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Opening Sentence

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

Antiphon

The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.

Psalms

22

First Lesson

Gen 9

Second Lesson

John 5:1-24

Evening Prayer

Opening Sentence

Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3

Psalms

23, 24

First Lesson

Jer 8

Second Lesson

1 Thess 2:1-16

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Opening Sentence

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

Antiphon

The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.

Psalms

25

First Lesson

Gen 10 † 1-9,15-22,30-32

Second Lesson

John 5:25-end

Evening Prayer

Opening Sentence

Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3

Psalms

27

First Lesson

Jer 9

Second Lesson

1 Thess 2:17—3 end

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Opening Sentence

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

Antiphon

The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.

Psalms

26, 28

First Lesson

Gen 11 † 1-9,27-32

Second Lesson

John 6:1-21

Evening Prayer

Opening Sentence

Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3

Psalms

31

First Lesson

Jer 10

Second Lesson

1 Thess 4:1-12

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Opening Sentence

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

Antiphon

The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.

Psalms

29, 30

First Lesson

Gen 12

Second Lesson

John 6:22-40

Evening Prayer

Opening Sentence

Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3

Psalms

33

First Lesson

Jer 11

Second Lesson

1 Thess 4:13—5:11

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Opening Sentence

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

Antiphon

The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.

Psalms

34

First Lesson

Gen 13

Second Lesson

John 6:41-end

Evening Prayer

Opening Sentence

Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3

Psalms

35

First Lesson

Jer 12

Second Lesson

1 Thess 5:12-end

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Opening Sentence

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

Antiphon

The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.

Psalms

32, 36

First Lesson

Gen 14

Second Lesson

John 7:1-24

Evening Prayer

Opening Sentence

Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3

Psalms

38

First Lesson

Jer 13

Second Lesson

2 Thess 1

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Opening Sentence

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

Antiphon

The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.

Psalms

37:1-17v

First Lesson

Gen 15

Second Lesson

John 7:25-52

Evening Prayer

Opening Sentence

Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3

Psalms

37:18-41v

First Lesson

Jer 14

Second Lesson

2 Thess 2

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Opening Sentence

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

Antiphon

The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.

Psalms

40

First Lesson

Gen 16

Second Lesson

John 7:53—8:30

Evening Prayer

Opening Sentence

Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3

Psalms

39, 41

First Lesson

Jer 15

Second Lesson

2 Thess 3

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Opening Sentence

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

Antiphon

The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.

Psalms

42, 43

First Lesson

Gen 17

Second Lesson

John 8:31-end

Evening Prayer

Opening Sentence

Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3

Psalms

44

First Lesson

Jer 16

Second Lesson

1 Cor 1:1-25

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Opening Sentence

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

Antiphon

The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.

Psalms

45

First Lesson

Gen 18

Second Lesson

Matt 16:13-20

Evening Prayer

Opening Sentence

Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3

Psalms

46

First Lesson

Jer 17

Second Lesson

1 Cor 1:26—2 end

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Special Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Opening Sentence

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

Antiphon

The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.

Psalms

47, 48

First Lesson

Gen 19 † 1-29

Second Lesson

John 9

Evening Prayer

Opening Sentence

Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3

Psalms

49

First Lesson

Jer 18

Second Lesson

1 Cor 3

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Special Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Opening Sentence

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

Antiphon

The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.

Psalms

50

First Lesson

Gen 20

Second Lesson

John 10:1-21

Evening Prayer

Opening Sentence

Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3

Psalms

51

First Lesson

Jer 19

Second Lesson

1 Cor 4:1-17

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Special Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Opening Sentence

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

Antiphon

The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.

Psalms

52, 53, 54

First Lesson

Gen 21 † 1-21

Second Lesson

John 10:22-end

Evening Prayer

Opening Sentence

Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3

Psalms

55

First Lesson

Jer 20

Second Lesson

1 Cor 4:18—5 end

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Special Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Opening Sentence

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

Antiphon

The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.

Psalms

56, 57

First Lesson

Gen 22

Second Lesson

John 11:1-44

Evening Prayer

Opening Sentence

Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3

Psalms

58, 60

First Lesson

Jer 21

Second Lesson

1 Cor 6

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Special Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Opening Sentence

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

Antiphon

The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.

Psalms

59

First Lesson

Gen 23

Second Lesson

John 11:45-end

Evening Prayer

Opening Sentence

Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3

Psalms

63, 64

First Lesson

Jer 22

Second Lesson

1 Cor 7

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Special Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Opening Sentence

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

Antiphon

The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.

Psalms

61, 62

First Lesson

Gen 24 † 1-28,53-58

Second Lesson

John 12:1-19

Evening Prayer

Opening Sentence

Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3

Psalms

65, 67

First Lesson

Jer 23 † 1-9,16-18,21-40

Second Lesson

1 Cor 8

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Special Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Opening Sentence

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

Antiphon

The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.

Psalms

68:1-18

First Lesson

Acts 9:1-22

Second Lesson

John 12:20-end

Evening Prayer

Opening Sentence

Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3

Psalms

68:19-36

First Lesson

Jer 24

Second Lesson

1 Cor 9

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Special Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Opening Sentence

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

Antiphon

The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.

Psalms

69:1-18v

First Lesson

Gen 25 † 7-11,19-34

Second Lesson

John 13

Evening Prayer

Opening Sentence

Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3

Psalms

69:19-37v

First Lesson

Jer 25 † 1-19,26-31

Second Lesson

1 Cor 10

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Opening Sentence

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

Antiphon

The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.

Psalms

66

First Lesson

Gen 26 † 1-25

Second Lesson

John 14:1-14

Evening Prayer

Opening Sentence

Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3

Psalms

70, 72

First Lesson

Jer 26

Second Lesson

1 Cor 11

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Special Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Opening Sentence

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

Antiphon

The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.

Psalms

71

First Lesson

Gen 27 † 1-13,18-36,39-40

Second Lesson

John 14:15-end

Evening Prayer

Opening Sentence

Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3

Psalms

73

First Lesson

Jer 27

Second Lesson

1 Cor 12

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Special Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Opening Sentence

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

Antiphon

The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.

Psalms

74

First Lesson

Gen 28

Second Lesson

John 15:1-17

Evening Prayer

Opening Sentence

Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3

Psalms

77

First Lesson

Jer 28

Second Lesson

1 Cor 13

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Special Collect

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

Morning Prayer

Opening Sentence

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

Antiphon

The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.

Psalms

75, 76

First Lesson

Gen 29 † 1-28

Second Lesson

John 15:18-end

Evening Prayer

Opening Sentence

Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3

Psalms

79, 82

First Lesson

Jer 29 † 1-14,24-32

Second Lesson

1 Cor 14:1-19

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Opening Sentence

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

Antiphon

The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.

Psalms

78:1-18v

First Lesson

Gen 30 † 1-2,22-43

Second Lesson

John 16:1-15

Evening Prayer

Opening Sentence

Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3

Psalms

78:19-40v

First Lesson

Jer 30

Second Lesson

1 Cor 14:20-end

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Special Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Opening Sentence

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

Antiphon

The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.

Psalms

78:41-73v

First Lesson

Gen 31 † 1-3,17-45

Second Lesson

John 16:16-end

Evening Prayer

Opening Sentence

Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3

Psalms

80

First Lesson

Jer 31 † 1-17,27-37

Second Lesson

1 Cor 15:1-34

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Opening Sentence

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

Antiphon

The Word was made flesh and dwelt among us: * O come, let us adore him.

Psalms

24, 81

First Lesson

Gen 32 † 1-13,21-32

Second Lesson

Luke 2:22-40

Evening Prayer

Opening Sentence

Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3

Psalms

84

First Lesson

Jer 32 † 1-15,36-44

Second Lesson

1 Cor 15:35-end

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Special Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Opening Sentence

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

Antiphon

The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.

Psalms

83

First Lesson

Gen 33

Second Lesson

John 17

Evening Prayer

Opening Sentence

Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3

Psalms

85

First Lesson

Jer 33

Second Lesson

1 Cor 16

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Special Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Opening Sentence

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

Antiphon

The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.

Psalms

86, 87

First Lesson

Gen 34

Second Lesson

John 18:1-27

Evening Prayer

Opening Sentence

Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3

Psalms

88

First Lesson

Jer 34

Second Lesson

2 Cor 1:1—2:11

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Special Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Opening Sentence

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

Antiphon

The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.

Psalms

89:1-18v

First Lesson

Gen 35

Second Lesson

John 18:28-end

Evening Prayer

Opening Sentence

Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3

Psalms

89:19-51v

First Lesson

Jer 35

Second Lesson

2 Cor 2:12—3 end

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Special Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Opening Sentence

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

Antiphon

The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.

Psalms

90

First Lesson

Gen 36 † 1-8

Second Lesson

John 19:1-37

Evening Prayer

Opening Sentence

Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3

Psalms

91

First Lesson

Jer 36 † 1-10,19-32

Second Lesson

2 Cor 4

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Special Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Opening Sentence

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

Antiphon

The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.

Psalms

92, 93

First Lesson

Gen 37 † 3-8,12-36

Second Lesson

John 19:38-end

Evening Prayer

Opening Sentence

Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3

Psalms

94

First Lesson

Jer 37

Second Lesson

2 Cor 5

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Opening Sentence

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

Antiphon

The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.

Psalms

95, 96

First Lesson

Gen 38 † 1-26

Second Lesson

John 20

Evening Prayer

Opening Sentence

Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3

Psalms

97, 98

First Lesson

Jer 38

Second Lesson

2 Cor 6

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Opening Sentence

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

Antiphon

The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.

Psalms

99, 100, 101

First Lesson

Gen 39

Second Lesson

John 21

Evening Prayer

Opening Sentence

Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3

Psalms

102

First Lesson

Jer 39

Second Lesson

2 Cor 7

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Opening Sentence

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

Antiphon

The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.

Psalms

103

First Lesson

Gen 40

Second Lesson

Matt 1:1-17

Evening Prayer

Opening Sentence

Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3

Psalms

104

First Lesson

Jer 40

Second Lesson

2 Cor 8

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Special Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Opening Sentence

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

Antiphon

The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.

Psalms

105:1-22v

First Lesson

Gen 41 † 1-15,25-40

Second Lesson

Matt 1:18-end

Evening Prayer

Opening Sentence

Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3

Psalms

105:23-44v

First Lesson

Jer 41

Second Lesson

2 Cor 9

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Special Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Opening Sentence

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

Antiphon

The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.

Psalms

106:1-18v

First Lesson

Gen 42 † 1-28

Second Lesson

Matt 2

Evening Prayer

Opening Sentence

Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3

Psalms

106:19-46v

First Lesson

Jer 42

Second Lesson

2 Cor 10

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Special Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Opening Sentence

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

Antiphon

The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.

Psalms

107:1-22

First Lesson

Gen 43 † 1-10,15-34

Second Lesson

Matt 3

Evening Prayer

Opening Sentence

Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3

Psalms

107:23-43

First Lesson

Jer 43

Second Lesson

2 Cor 11

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Special Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Opening Sentence

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

Antiphon

The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.

Psalms

108, 110

First Lesson

Gen 44 † 1-20,30-34

Second Lesson

Matt 4

Evening Prayer

Opening Sentence

Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3

Psalms

109

First Lesson

Jer 44 † 1-19,24-30

Second Lesson

2 Cor 12:1-13

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Special Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Opening Sentence

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

Antiphon

The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.

Psalms

111, 112

First Lesson

Gen 45

Second Lesson

Matt 5:1-20

Evening Prayer

Opening Sentence

Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3

Psalms

113, 114

First Lesson

Jer 45

Second Lesson

2 Cor 12:14—13 end

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Opening Sentence

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

Antiphon

The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.

Psalms

115

First Lesson

Gen 46 † 1-7,28-34

Second Lesson

Matt 5:21-48

Evening Prayer

Opening Sentence

Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3

Psalms

116, 117

First Lesson

Jer 46

Second Lesson

Rom 1

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Opening Sentence

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

Antiphon

The Lord has shown forth his glory: * O come, let us adore him.

Psalms

119:1-24

First Lesson

Gen 47 † 1-15,23-31

Second Lesson

Matt 6:1-18

Evening Prayer

Opening Sentence

Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. isaiah 60:3

Psalms

119:25-48

First Lesson

Jer 47

Second Lesson

Rom 2

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Special Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Opening Sentence

Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand. matthew 3:2

Antiphon

The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: * O come, let us adore him.

Psalms

38

First Lesson

Isa 58:1-12

Second Lesson

Luke 18:9-14

Evening Prayer

Opening Sentence

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

Psalms

6, 32

First Lesson

Jonah 3

Second Lesson

1 Cor 9:24-27

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Special Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Opening Sentence

Turn your face from my sins, and blot out all my misdeeds. psalm 51:9

Antiphon

The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: * O come, let us adore him.

Psalms

119:89-104

First Lesson

Gen 49

Second Lesson

Matt 7

Evening Prayer

Opening Sentence

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

Psalms

119:105-128

First Lesson

Jer 49 † 1-13,23-39

Second Lesson

Rom 4

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Special Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Opening Sentence

If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me. mark 8:34

Antiphon

The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: * O come, let us adore him.

Psalms

119:129-152

First Lesson

Gen 50

Second Lesson

Matt 8:1-17

Evening Prayer

Opening Sentence

For I acknowledge my faults, and my sin is ever before me. psalm 51:3

Psalms

119:153-176

First Lesson

Jer 50 † 1-20,33-40

Second Lesson

Rom 5

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Special Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Opening Sentence

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

Antiphon

The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: * O come, let us adore him.

Psalms

118

First Lesson

Exod 1

Second Lesson

Matt 8:18-end

Evening Prayer

Opening Sentence

To the Lord our God belong mercy and forgiveness, for we have rebelled against him. daniel 9:9

Psalms

120, 121

First Lesson

Jer 51 † 6-10,45-64

Second Lesson

Rom 6

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Opening Sentence

Turn your face from my sins, and blot out all my misdeeds. psalm 51:9

Antiphon

The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: * O come, let us adore him.

Psalms

122, 123

First Lesson

Exod 2

Second Lesson

Matt 9:1-17

Evening Prayer

Opening Sentence

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

Psalms

124, 125, 126

First Lesson

Jer 52 † 1-27,31-34

Second Lesson

Rom 7

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Opening Sentence

If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me. mark 8:34

Antiphon

The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: * O come, let us adore him.

Psalms

127, 128

First Lesson

Exod 3

Second Lesson

Matt 9:18-34

Evening Prayer

Opening Sentence

For I acknowledge my faults, and my sin is ever before me. psalm 51:3

Psalms

129, 130, 131

First Lesson

Baruch 4 † 5-13,21-37

Second Lesson

Rom 8:1-17

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Special Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Opening Sentence

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

Antiphon

The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: * O come, let us adore him.

Psalms

132, 133

First Lesson

Acts 1:15-26

Second Lesson

Matt 9:35—10:23

Evening Prayer

Opening Sentence

To the Lord our God belong mercy and forgiveness, for we have rebelled against him. daniel 9:9

Psalms

134, 135

First Lesson

Baruch 5

Second Lesson

Rom 8:18-end

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Special Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Opening Sentence

Turn your face from my sins, and blot out all my misdeeds. psalm 51:9

Antiphon

The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: * O come, let us adore him.

Psalms

136

First Lesson

Exod 4

Second Lesson

Matt 10:24-end

Evening Prayer

Opening Sentence

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

Psalms

137, 138

First Lesson

Lam 1 † 1-12,17-22

Second Lesson

Rom 9

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Special Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Opening Sentence

If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me. mark 8:34

Antiphon

The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: * O come, let us adore him.

Psalms

139

First Lesson

Exod 5

Second Lesson

Matt 11

Evening Prayer

Opening Sentence

For I acknowledge my faults, and my sin is ever before me. psalm 51:3

Psalms

141, 142

First Lesson

Lam 2 † 1-18

Second Lesson

Rom 10

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Opening Sentence

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

Antiphon

The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: * O come, let us adore him.

Psalms

140

First Lesson

Exod 6 † 1-13

Second Lesson

Matt 12:1-21

Evening Prayer

Opening Sentence

To the Lord our God belong mercy and forgiveness, for we have rebelled against him. daniel 9:9

Psalms

143

First Lesson

Lam 3 † 1-9,19-33,52-66

Second Lesson

Rom 11

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Special Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Opening Sentence

Turn your face from my sins, and blot out all my misdeeds. psalm 51:9

Antiphon

The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: * O come, let us adore him.

Psalms

144

First Lesson

Exod 7

Second Lesson

Matt 12:22-end

Evening Prayer

Opening Sentence

For I acknowledge my faults, and my sin is ever before me. psalm 51:3

Psalms

145

First Lesson

Lam 4

Second Lesson

Rom 12

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Psalms

None

Evening Prayer

Psalms

None

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Psalms

None

Evening Prayer

Psalms

None

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Psalms

None

Evening Prayer

Psalms

None

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Psalms

None

Evening Prayer

Psalms

None

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Psalms

None

Evening Prayer

Psalms

None

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Psalms

None

Evening Prayer

Psalms

None

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Psalms

None

Evening Prayer

Psalms

None

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Psalms

None

Evening Prayer

Psalms

None

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Psalms

None

Evening Prayer

Psalms

None

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Psalms

None

Evening Prayer

Psalms

None

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Psalms

None

Evening Prayer

Psalms

None

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Psalms

None

Evening Prayer

Psalms

None

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Psalms

None

Evening Prayer

Psalms

None

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Psalms

None

Evening Prayer

Psalms

None

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Psalms

None

Evening Prayer

Psalms

None

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Psalms

None

Evening Prayer

Psalms

None

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Psalms

None

Evening Prayer

Psalms

None

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Psalms

None

Evening Prayer

Psalms

None

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Psalms

None

Evening Prayer

Psalms

None

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Special Collect

O God, who from the family of your servant David raised up Joseph to be the guardian of your incarnate Son and the husband of his virgin mother: Give us grace to imitate his uprightness of life and his obedience to your commands; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Morning Prayer

Psalms

None

Evening Prayer

Psalms

None

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Psalms

None

Evening Prayer

Psalms

None

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Psalms

None

Evening Prayer

Psalms

None

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Psalms

None

Evening Prayer

Psalms

None

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Psalms

None

Evening Prayer

Psalms

None

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Psalms

None

Evening Prayer

Psalms

None

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Special Collect

Pour your grace into our hearts, O Lord, that we who have known the incarnation of your Son Jesus Christ, announced by an angel to the Virgin Mary, may by his Cross and passion be brought to the glory of his resurrection; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Morning Prayer

Psalms

None

Evening Prayer

Psalms

None

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Psalms

None

Evening Prayer

Psalms

None

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Psalms

None

Evening Prayer

Psalms

None

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Psalms

None

Evening Prayer

Psalms

None

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Psalms

None

Evening Prayer

Psalms

None

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Psalms

None

Evening Prayer

Psalms

None

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Psalms

None

Evening Prayer

Psalms

None

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Psalms

None

Evening Prayer

Psalms

None

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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.

Morning Prayer

Psalms

None

Evening Prayer

Psalms

None

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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

Morning Prayer

Psalms

None

Evening Prayer

Psalms

None

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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. Evening Prayer before Easter: O God, you made this most holy night to shine with the glory of the Lord’s resurrection: Stir up in your Church that Spirit of adoption which is given to us in Baptism, that we, being renewed both in body and mind, may worship you in sincerity and truth; 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.

Morning Prayer

Psalms

None

Evening Prayer

Psalms

None

Collects

Seasonal Collect

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. or this: O God, who for our redemption gave your only begotten Son to die upon the Cross, and by his glorious resurrection delivered us from the devil and the power of death: Grant us grace to die daily to sin, that we may live with him in the joy of his resurrection; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, now and for ever. Amen.