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Morning Prayer

Monday in Easter Week

The Opening

Alleluia! Christ is risen.

The Lord is risen indeed. Alleluia!

Hymn: The day of resurrection

The day of resurrection! Earth, tell it out abroad;

The Passover of gladness, the Passover of God.

From death to life eternal, from Earth unto the sky,

Our Christ hath brought us over, with hymns of victory.

Our hearts be pure from evil, that we may see aright

The Lord in rays eternal of resurrection light;

And listening to His accents, may hear, so calm and plain,

His own 'All hail!' and, hearing, may raise the victor strain.

Now let the heavens be joyful! Let Earth the song begin!

Let the round world keep triumph, and all that is therein!

Let all things seen and unseen their notes in gladness blend,

For Christ the Lord hath risen, our joy that hath no end.

Words: John of Damascus, translation by John Neale

Music: Henry T. Smart

Tune: Lancashire

Confession of Sin

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned against you

in thought, word, and deed,

by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone.

We have not loved you with our whole heart;

we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,

have mercy on us and forgive us;

that we may delight in your will,

and walk in your ways,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen.

The Invitatory and Psalter

Lord, open our lips.

And our mouth shall proclaim your praise.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

Antiphon

Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed:

Come let us adore him. Alleluia.

Christ our Passover
Pascha nostrum

1 Corinthians 5:7-8; Romans 6:9-11; 1 Corinthians 15:20-22

Alleluia.

Christ our Passover has been sacrificed for us; *

therefore let us keep the feast,

Not with the old leaven, the leaven of malice and evil, *

but with the unleavened bread of sincerity and truth. Alleluia.

Christ being raised from the dead will never die again; *

death no longer has dominion over him.

The death that he died, he died to sin, once for all; *

but the life he lives, he lives to God.

So also consider yourselves dead to sin, *

and alive to God in Jesus Christ our Lord. Alleluia.

Christ has been raised from the dead, *

the first fruits of those who have fallen asleep.

For since by a man came death, *

by a man has come also the resurrection of the dead.

For as in Adam all die, *

so also in Christ shall all be made alive. Alleluia.

Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed:

Come let us adore him. Alleluia.

The Psalms Appointed

93 Dominus regnavit
or

Coverdale

1
The Lord is King;

he has put on splendid apparel; *

the Lord has put on his apparel

and girded himself with strength.

2
He has made the whole world so sure *

that it cannot be moved;

3
Ever since the world began, your throne has been established; *

you are from everlasting.

4
The waters have lifted up, O Lord,

the waters have lifted up their voice; *

the waters have lifted up their pounding waves.

5
Mightier than the sound of many waters,

mightier than the breakers of the sea, *

mightier is the Lord who dwells on high.

6
Your testimonies are very sure, *

and holiness adorns your house, O Lord,

for ever and for evermore.

98 Cantate Domino
or

Coverdale

1
Sing to the Lord a new song, *

for he has done marvelous things.

2
With his right hand and his holy arm *

has he won for himself the victory.

3
The Lord has made known his victory; *

his righteousness has he openly shown in

the sight of the nations.

4
He remembers his mercy and faithfulness to

the house of Israel, *

and all the ends of the earth have seen the

victory of our God.

5
Shout with joy to the Lord, all you lands; *

lift up your voice, rejoice, and sing.

6
Sing to the Lord with the harp, *

with the harp and the voice of song.

7
With trumpets and the sound of the horn *

shout with joy before the King, the Lord.

8
Let the sea make a noise and all that is in it, *

the lands and those who dwell therein.

9
Let the rivers clap their hands, *

and let the hills ring out with joy before the Lord,

when he comes to judge the earth.

10
In righteousness shall he judge the world *

and the peoples with equity.

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Lessons

The First Lesson

A Reading from Exodus 12:14-27

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This day shall be a day of remembrance for you. You shall celebrate it as a festival to the Lord; throughout your generations you shall observe it as a perpetual ordinance. 15
Seven days you shall eat unleavened bread; on the first day you shall remove leaven from your houses, for whoever eats leavened bread from the first day until the seventh day shall be cut off from Israel. 16
On the first day you shall hold a solemn assembly, and on the seventh day a solemn assembly; no work shall be done on those days; only what everyone must eat, that alone may be prepared by you. 17
You shall observe the festival of unleavened bread, for on this very day I brought your companies out of the land of Egypt: you shall observe this day throughout your generations as a perpetual ordinance. 18
In the first month, from the evening of the fourteenth day until the evening of the twenty-first day, you shall eat unleavened bread. 19
For seven days no leaven shall be found in your houses; for whoever eats what is leavened shall be cut off from the congregation of Israel, whether an alien or a native of the land. 20
You shall eat nothing leavened; in all your settlements you shall eat unleavened bread.

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Then Moses called all the elders of Israel and said to them, "Go, select lambs for your families, and slaughter the passover lamb. 22
Take a bunch of hyssop, dip it in the blood that is in the basin, and touch the lintel and the two doorposts with the blood in the basin. None of you shall go outside the door of your house until morning. 23
For the Lord will pass through to strike down the Egyptians; when he sees the blood on the lintel and on the two doorposts, the Lord will pass over that door and will not allow the destroyer to enter your houses to strike you down. 24
You shall observe this rite as a perpetual ordinance for you and your children. 25
When you come to the land that the Lord will give you, as he has promised, you shall keep this observance. 26
And when your children ask you, 'What do you mean by this observance?' 27
you shall say, 'It is the passover sacrifice to the Lord, for he passed over the houses of the Israelites in Egypt, when he struck down the Egyptians but spared our houses.'" And the people bowed down and worshiped.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

9 The First Song of Isaiah
Ecce, Deus

Isaiah 12:2-6

Surely, it is God who saves me; *

I will trust in him and not be afraid.

For the Lord is my stronghold and my sure defense, *

and he will be my Savior.

Therefore you shall draw water with rejoicing *

from the springs of salvation.

And on that day you shall say, *

Give thanks to the Lord and call upon his Name;

Make his deeds known among the peoples; *

see that they remember that his Name is exalted.

Sing the praises of the Lord, for he has done great things, *

and this is known in all the world.

Cry aloud, inhabitants of Zion, ring out your joy, *

for the great one in the midst of you is the Holy One of Israel.

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Second Lesson

A Reading from 1 Corinthians 15:1-11

1
Now I would remind you, brothers and sisters, of the good news that I proclaimed to you, which you in turn received, in which also you stand, 2
through which also you are being saved, if you hold firmly to the message that I proclaimed to you unless you have come to believe in vain. 3
For I handed on to you as of first importance what I in turn had received: that Christ died for our sins in accordance with the scriptures, 4
and that he was buried, and that he was raised on the third day in accordance with the scriptures, 5
and that he appeared to Cephas, then to the twelve. 6
Then he appeared to more than five hundred brothers and sisters at one time, most of whom are still alive, though some have died. 7
Then he appeared to James, then to all the apostles. 8
Last of all, as to one untimely born, he appeared also to me. 9
For I am the least of the apostles, unfit to be called an apostle, because I persecuted the church of God. 10
But by the grace of God I am what I am, and his grace toward me has not been in vain. On the contrary, I worked harder than any of them though it was not I, but the grace of God that is with me. 11
Whether then it was I or they, so we proclaim and so you have come to believe.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

19 The Song of the Redeemed
Magna et mirabilia

Revelation 15:3-4

O ruler of the universe, Lord God,

great deeds are they that you have done, *

surpassing human understanding.

Your ways are ways of righteousness and truth, *

O King of all the ages.

Who can fail to do you homage, Lord,

and sing the praises of your Name? *

for you only are the holy One.

All nations will draw near and fall down before you, *

because your just and holy works have been revealed.

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Gospel

A reading from the Gospel according to Mark 16:1-8

1
When the sabbath was over, Mary Magdalene, and Mary the mother of James, and Salome bought spices, so that they might go and anoint him. 2
And very early on the first day of the week, when the sun had risen, they went to the tomb. 3
They had been saying to one another, "Who will roll away the stone for us from the entrance to the tomb?" 4
When they looked up, they saw that the stone, which was very large, had already been rolled back. 5
As they entered the tomb, they saw a young man, dressed in a white robe, sitting on the right side; and they were alarmed. 6
But he said to them, "Do not be alarmed; you are looking for Jesus of Nazareth, who was crucified. He has been raised; he is not here. Look, there is the place they laid him. 7
But go, tell his disciples and Peter that he is going ahead of you to Galilee; there you will see him, just as he told you." 8
So they went out and fled from the tomb, for terror and amazement had seized them; and they said nothing to anyone, for they were afraid.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayers

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Let us pray.

Contemporary Lord's Prayer

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Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

The Suffrages

Save your people, Lord, and bless your inheritance;

Govern and uphold them, now and always.

Day by day we bless you;

We praise your Name for ever.

Lord, keep us from all sin today;

Have mercy on us, Lord, have mercy.

Lord, show us your love and mercy;

For we put our trust in you.

In you, Lord, is our hope;

And we shall never hope in vain.

Collect of the Day: Monday in Easter Week

Grant, we pray, Almighty God, that we who celebrate with awe the Paschal feast may be found 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.

A Collect for Mission

O God, you have made of one blood all the peoples of the earth, and sent your blessed Son to preach peace to those who are far off and to those who are near: Grant that people everywhere may seek after you and find you; bring the nations into your fold; pour out your Spirit upon all flesh; and hasten the coming of your kingdom; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen
.

World Cycle of Prayer

We pray for the people of Cura ao

Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

We pray for our sisters and brothers members of the Methodist Church in the Caribbean and the Americas.

A Collect for Peace

O God, the author of peace and lover of concord, to know you is eternal life and to serve you is perfect freedom: Defend us, your humble servants, in all assaults of our enemies; that we, surely trusting in your defense, may not fear the power of any adversaries; through the might of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Intercessions

Let us pray now for our own needs and those of others.

Hymn: To my humble supplication

To my humble supplication

Lord, give ear and acceptation

Save thy servant, that hath none

Help nor hope but Thee alone. Amen.

Birthdays

Anniversaries

For Recovery from Sickness

For Travelers

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

For Those to be Baptized

For the Departed

Full list of prayers

For All Sorts and Conditions

O God, the creator and preserver of all, we humbly beseech you for all sorts and conditions of people; that you would be pleased to make your ways known unto them, your saving health unto all nations. More especially we pray for your holy Church universal; that it may be so guided and governed by your good Spirit, that all who profess and call themselves Christians may be led into the way of truth, and hold the faith in unity of spirit, in the bond of peace, and in righteousness of life. Finally, we commend to your fatherly goodness all those who are in any ways afflicted or distressed, in mind, body, or estate; that it may please you to comfort and relieve them according to their several necessities, giving them patience under their sufferings, and a happy issue out of all their afflictions. And this we beg for Jesus Christ's sake. Amen.

For the Poor and Neglected

Almighty and most merciful God, we remember before you all poor and neglected persons whom it would be easy for us to forget: the homeless and the destitute, the old and the sick, and all who have none to care for them. Help us to heal those who are broken in body or spirit, and to turn their sorrow into joy. Grant this, Father, for the love of your Son, who for our sake became poor, Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For Those Who Live Alone

Almighty God, whose Son had nowhere to lay his head: Grant that those who live alone may not be lonely in their solitude, but that, following in his steps, they may find fulfillment in loving you and their neighbors; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Hymn: Lift your glad voices

Lift your glad voices in triumph on high,

For Jesus hath risen, and man shall not die;

Vain were the terrors that gathered around Him,

And short the dominion of death and the grave.

He burst from the fetters of darkness that bound Him,

Resplendent in glory to live and to save!

Loud was the chorus of angels on high,

The Savior hath risen, and man shall not die.

Glory to God, in full anthems of joy;

The being He gave us death cannot destroy:

Sad were the life we must part with tomorrow,

If tears were our birthright, and death were our end.

But Jesus hath cheered the dark valley of sorrow,

And bade us, immortal, to Heaven ascend:

Lift then your voices in triumph on high,

For Jesus hath risen, and man shall not die.

Singers: Altar of Praise Chorale

Words: Henry Ware, Jr.

Music: William C. Filby

Tune: Epiphany

A Prayer of Self-Dedication

Almighty and eternal God,

so draw our hearts to you,

so guide our minds,

so fill our imaginations,

so control our wills,

that we may be wholly yours,

utterly dedicated unto you;

and then use us, we pray you, as you will,

and always to your glory and the welfare of your people;

through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

The Ending

The General Thanksgiving

Almighty God, Father of all mercies,

we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks

for all your goodness and loving-kindness

to us and to all whom you have made.

We bless you for our creation, preservation,

and all the blessings of this life;

but above all for your immeasurable love

in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;

for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.

And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies,

that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise,

not only with our lips, but in our lives,

by giving up our selves to your service,

and by walking before you

in holiness and righteousness all our days;

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen
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Benediction

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with us all evermore. Amen. 2 Corinthians 13:14

Hymn: God Be With You

God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus' feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

An Order of Service for Noonday

The Opening

Officiant

O God, make speed to save us.

People

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Officiant and People

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

A suitable hymn may be sung.

The Psalm

Psalm 119 Lucerna pedibus meis

105
Your word is a lantern to my feet *

and a light upon my path.

106
I have sworn and am determined *

to keep your righteous judgments.

107
I am deeply troubled; *

preserve my life, O Lord, according to your word.

108
Accept, O Lord, the willing tribute of my lips, *

and teach me your judgments.

109
My life is always in my hand, *

yet I do not forget your law.

110
The wicked have set a trap for me, *

but I have not strayed from your commandments.

111
Your decrees are my inheritance for ever; *

truly, they are the joy of my heart.

112
I have applied my heart to fulfill your statutes *

for ever and to the end.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

Officiant

The love of God has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit that has been given to us. Romans 5:5

People

Thanks be to God.

The Prayers

Officiant

Lord, have mercy.

People

Christ, have mercy.

Officiant

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant and People recite the Lord's Prayer.

Contemporary Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

Officiant

Lord, hear our prayer;

People

And let our cry come to you.

Officiant

Let us pray.

The Collect

Officiant

Heavenly Father, send your Holy Spirit into our hearts, to direct and rule us according to your will, to comfort us in all our afflictions, to defend us from all error, and to lead us into all truth; through Jesus Christ our Lord.

Officiant and People

Amen.

Intercessions

Free intercessions may be offered.

Officiant

In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to your, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For our Presiding Bishop, for our own Bishop(s), for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who live and work in this community, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For yours is the majesty, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, now and for ever.

Officiant and People

Amen.

The Conclusion

Officiant

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia.

People

Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

1 April

Noonday Prayer

The Psalm

Psalm 119:105-112

Nun Lucerna pedibus meis

105
Your word is a lantern to my feet *

and a light upon my path.

106
I have sworn and am determined *

to keep your righteous judgments.

107
I am deeply troubled; *

preserve my life, O LORD, according to your word.

108
Accept, O LORD, the willing tribute of my lips, *

and teach me your judgments.

109
My life is always in my hand, *

yet I do not forget your law.

110
The wicked have set a trap for me, *

but I have not strayed from your commandments.

111
Your decrees are my inheritance for ever; *

truly, they are the joy of my heart.

112
I have applied my heart to fulfill your statutes *

for ever and to the end.

Glory to the Father,

and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

The love of God has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit that has been given to us. Romans 5:5

Thanks be to God.

Kyrie

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

The Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Heavenly Father, send your Holy Spirit into our hearts, to direct and rule us according to your will, to comfort us in all our afflictions, to defend us from all error, and to lead us into all truth; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Intercessions

In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to your, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For our Presiding Bishop, for our own Bishop(s), for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who live and work in this community, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For yours is the majesty, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, now and for ever.

Amen.

Conclusion

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

Jump to Compline

Monday

Evening Prayer

Monday in Easter Week

The Opening

Opening Sentence

If I say, "Surely the darkness will cover me, and the light around me turn to night," darkness is not dark to you, O Lord; the night is as bright as the day; darkness and light to you are both alike. Psalm 139:10, 11

Hymn: God of Love, God of Joy

God of Love, God of Joy

Father of light, I come before you

May the peace that transcends all understanding

Guard my heart and my mind

Protect my heart protect my mind

In Jesus Christ, our Lord.

Whatever is true, whatever is right,

Whatever is pure, and worthy of praise.

May such beauty fill my mind.

Love the Lord with all of your heart,

With all of your soul, with all of your mind.

May the God peace go with you.

May the God peace go with you.

God of love, God of joy

Father of light, I come before You.

May the peace that transcends all understanding

Guard my heart and my mind.

Protect my heart, protect my mind

In Jesus Christ, our Lord.

Singers: Calvary Chorale

Words: Larry Nickel

Confession

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned against you

in thought, word, and deed,

by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone.

We have not loved you with our whole heart;

we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,

have mercy on us and forgive us;

that we may delight in your will,

and walk in your ways,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen.

Versicle and Response

O God, make speed to save us.

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

O Gracious Light Phos hilaron

O gracious Light,

pure brightness of the everliving Father in heaven,

O Jesus Christ, holy and blessed!

Now as we come to the setting of the sun,

and our eyes behold the vesper light,

we sing your praises, O God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

You are worthy at all times to be praised by happy voices,

O Son of God, O Giver of life,

and to be glorified through all the worlds.

The Psalm Appointed

66 Jubilate Deo
or

Coverdale

1
Be joyful in God, all you lands; *

sing the glory of his Name;

sing the glory of his praise.

2
Say to God, "How awesome are your deeds! *

because of your great strength your enemies

cringe before you.

3
All the earth bows down before you, *

sings to you, sings out your Name."

4
Come now and see the works of God, *

how wonderful he is in his doing toward all people.

5
He turned the sea into dry land,

so that they went through the water on foot, *

and there we rejoiced in him.

6
In his might he rules for ever;

his eyes keep watch over the nations; *

let no rebel rise up against him.

7
Bless our God, you peoples; *

make the voice of his praise to be heard;

8
Who holds our souls in life, *

and will not allow our feet to slip.

9
For you, O God, have proved us; *

you have tried us just as silver is tried.

10
You brought us into the snare; *

you laid heavy burdens upon our backs.

11
You let enemies ride over our heads;

we went through fire and water; *

but you brought us out into a place of refreshment.

12
I will enter your house with burnt-offerings

and will pay you my vows, *

which I promised with my lips

and spoke with my mouth when I was in trouble.

13
I will offer you sacrifices of fat beasts

with the smoke of rams; *

I will give you oxen and goats.

14
Come and listen, all you who fear God, *

and I will tell you what he has done for me.

15
I called out to him with my mouth, *

and his praise was on my tongue.

16
If I had found evil in my heart, *

the Lord would not have heard me;

17
But in truth God has heard me; *

he has attended to the voice of my prayer.

18
Blessed be God, who has not rejected my prayer, *

nor withheld his love from me.

Gloria Patri

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Ghost:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and ever shall be.

World without end. Amen. Amen.

The Lesson

The Gospel

A reading from the Gospel according to Mark 16:1-8

1
When the sabbath was over, Mary Magdalene, and Mary the mother of James, and Salome bought spices, so that they might go and anoint him. 2
And very early on the first day of the week, when the sun had risen, they went to the tomb. 3
They had been saying to one another, "Who will roll away the stone for us from the entrance to the tomb?" 4
When they looked up, they saw that the stone, which was very large, had already been rolled back. 5
As they entered the tomb, they saw a young man, dressed in a white robe, sitting on the right side; and they were alarmed. 6
But he said to them, "Do not be alarmed; you are looking for Jesus of Nazareth, who was crucified. He has been raised; he is not here. Look, there is the place they laid him. 7
But go, tell his disciples and Peter that he is going ahead of you to Galilee; there you will see him, just as he told you." 8
So they went out and fled from the tomb, for terror and amazement had seized them; and they said nothing to anyone, for they were afraid.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The Song of Simeon

Luke 2:29-32

Nunc dimittis

Lord, you now have set your servant free*

to go in peace as you have promised;

For these eyes of mine have seen the Savior,*

whom you have prepared for all the world to see:

A Light to enlighten the nations,*

and the glory of your people Israel.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Creed

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayers

The Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

The Suffrages

Show us your mercy, O Lord;

And grant us your salvation.

Clothe your ministers with righteousness;

Let your people sing with joy.

Give peace, O Lord, in all the world;

For only in you can we live in safety.

Lord, keep this nation under your care;

And guide us in the way of justice and truth.

Let your way be known upon earth;

Your saving health among all nations.

Let not the needy, O Lord, be forgotten;

Nor the hope of the poor be taken away.

Create in us clean hearts, O God;

And sustain us with your Holy Spirit.

Collect of the Day: Monday in Easter Week

Grant, we pray, Almighty God, that we who celebrate with awe the Paschal feast may be found 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.

For Mission

Lord Jesus Christ, you stretched out your arms of love on the hard wood of the cross that everyone might come within the reach of your saving embrace: So clothe us in your Spirit that we, reaching forth our hands in love, may bring those who do not know you to the knowledge and love of you; for the honor of your Name. Amen.

World Cycle of Prayer

We pray for the people of Canada
.

Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

We pray for our sisters and brothers members of the African Church of the Holy Spirit.

A Collect for Peace

Most holy God, the source of all good desires, all right judgments, and all just works: Give to us, your servants, that peace which the world cannot give, so that our minds may be fixed on the doing of your will, and that we, being delivered from the fear of all enemies, may live in peace and quietness; through the mercies of Christ Jesus our Savior. Amen.

Intercessions

Let us pray now for our own needs and those of others.

Hymn: To my humble supplication

To my humble supplication

Lord, give ear and acceptation

Save thy servant, that hath none

Help nor hope but Thee alone. Amen.

Birthdays

Anniversaries

For Recovery from Sickness

For Travelers

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

For Those to be Baptized

For the Departed

Full list of prayers

For the Right Use of God's Gifts

Almighty God, whose loving hand has given us all that we possess: Grant us grace that we may honor you with our substance, and, remembering the account which we must one day give, may be faithful stewards of your bounty, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For Knowledge of God's Creation

Almighty and everlasting God, you made the universe with all its marvelous order, its atoms, worlds, and galaxies, and the infinite complexity of living creatures: Grant that, as we probe the mysteries of your creation, we may come to know you more truly, and more surely fulfill our role in your eternal purpose; in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For the Care of Children

Almighty God, heavenly Father, you have blessed us with the joy and care of children: Give us calm strength and patient wisdom as we bring them up, that we may teach them to love whatever is just and true and good, following the example of our Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

Hymn: Who can cheer the heart like Jesus

Who can cheer the heart like Jesus

By His presence all divine

True and tender, pure and precious

O, how blest to call Him mine

All that thrills my soul is Jesus

He is more than life to me

And the fairest of ten thousand

In my blessed Lord I see

What a wonderful redemption

Never can a mortal know

How my sin, though red like crimson

Can be whiter than the snow

All that thrills my soul is Jesus

He is more than life to me

And the fairest of ten thousand

In my blessed Lord I see

Every need His hand supplying

Every good in Him I see

On His strength divine relying

He is all in all to me

All that thrills my soul is Jesus

He is more than life to me

And the fairest of ten thousand

In my blessed Lord I see

Singers: Mennonite Hour Men's Chorus

Words and music: Thoro Harris

A Prayer Attributed to St. Francis

Lord, make us instruments of your peace.

Where there is hatred, let us sow love;

where there is injury, pardon;

where there is discord, union;

where there is doubt, faith;

where there is despair, hope;

where there is darkness, light;

where there is sadness, joy.

Grant that we may not so much seek to be consoled as to console;

to be understood as to understand;

to be loved as to love.

For it is in giving that we receive;

it is in pardoning that we are pardoned;

and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life. Amen.

The Ending

The General Thanksgiving

Almighty God, Father of all mercies,

we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks

for all your goodness and loving-kindness

to us and to all whom you have made.

We bless you for our creation, preservation,

and all the blessings of this life;

but above all for your immeasurable love

in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;

for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.

And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies,

that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise,

not only with our lips, but in our lives,

by giving up our selves to your service,

and by walking before you

in holiness and righteousness all our days;

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with us all evermore. Amen. 2 Corinthians 13:14

Hymn: God Be With You

God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus' feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

1 April Compline

Opening Sentence

The Lord Almighty grant us a peaceful night and a perfect end.

Amen.

Our help is in the Name of the Lord;

The maker of heaven and earth.

Confession

Let us confess our sins to God.

Almighty God, our heavenly Father:

We have sinned against you,

through our own fault,

in thought, and word, and deed,

and in what we have left undone.

For the sake of your Son our Lord Jesus Christ,

forgive us all our offenses;

and grant that we may serve you

in newness of life,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

May the Almighty God grant us forgiveness of all our sins,and the grace and comfort of the Holy Spirit.

Amen.

Psalm 4 Cum invocarem

1
Answer me when I call, O God, defender of my cause; *

you set me free when I am hard-pressed;

have mercy on me and hear my prayer.

2
"You mortals, how long will you dishonor my glory; *

how long will you worship dumb idols

and run after false gods?"

3
Know that the LORD does wonders for the faithful; *

when I call upon the LORD, he will hear me.

4
Tremble, then, and do not sin; *

speak to your heart in silence upon your bed.

5
Offer the appointed sacrifices *

and put your trust in the LORD.

6
Many are saying, "Oh, that we might see better times!" *

Lift up the light of your countenance upon us, O LORD.

7
You have put gladness in my heart, *

more than when grain and wine and oil increase.

8
I lie down in peace; at once I fall asleep; *

for only you, LORD, make me dwell in safety.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

Lord, you are in the midst of us, and we are called by your Name: Do not forsake us, O Lord our God. Jeremiah 14:9,22

Thanks be to God.

Responses

Into your hands, O Lord, I commend my spirit;

For you have redeemed me, O Lord, O God of truth.

Keep us, O Lord, as the apple of your eye;

Hide us under the shadow of your wings.

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Be our light in the darkness, O Lord, and in your great mercy defend us from all perils and dangers of this night; for the love of your only Son, our Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

Prayer

We give thanks, O God, for revealing your Son Jesus Christ to us by the light of his resurrection: Grant that as we sing your glory at the close of this day, our joy may abound in the morning as we celebrate the Paschal mystery; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

The Song of Simeon

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Lord, you now have set your servant free *

to go in peace as you have promised;

For these eyes of mine have seen the Savior, *

whom you have prepared for all the world to see:

A Light to enlighten the nations, *

and the glory of your people Israel.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The almighty and merciful Lord, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, bless us and keep us.

Amen.

Jump to Noonday

Tuesday

Morning Prayer

Tuesday in Easter Week

The Opening

Alleluia! Christ is risen.

The Lord is risen indeed. Alleluia!

Hymn: Christ Jesus lay in death's strong bands

Christ Jesus lay in death's strong bands,

For our offenses given;

But now at God's right hand He stands,

And brings us life from heaven.

Therefore let us joyful be

And sing to God right thankfully

Loud songs of alleluia!

Alleluia!

It was a strange and dreadful strife

When life and death contended;

The victory remained with life,

The reign of death was ended.

Holy Scripture plainly saith

That death is swallowed up by death,

Its sting is lost forever.

Alleluia!

Here our true Paschal Lamb we see,

Whom God so freely gave us;

He died on the accurséd tree--

So strong His love--to save us.

See, His blood now marks our door;

Faith points to it; death passes o'er,

And Satan cannot harm us.

Alleluia!

So let us keep the festival

To which the Lord invites us;

Christ is Himself the joy of all,

The sun that warms and lights us.

Now His grace to us imparts

Eternal sunshine to our hearts;

The night of sin is ended.

Alleluia!

Author: Martin Luther (1524)

Translator: Richard Massie

Tune: Christ lag in Todesbanden

Confession of Sin

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned against you

in thought, word, and deed,

by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone.

We have not loved you with our whole heart;

we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,

have mercy on us and forgive us;

that we may delight in your will,

and walk in your ways,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen.

The Invitatory and Psalter

Lord, open our lips.

And our mouth shall proclaim your praise.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

Antiphon

Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed:

Come let us adore him. Alleluia.

Christ our Passover
Pascha nostrum

1 Corinthians 5:7-8; Romans 6:9-11; 1 Corinthians 15:20-22

Alleluia.

Christ our Passover has been sacrificed for us; *

therefore let us keep the feast,

Not with the old leaven, the leaven of malice and evil, *

but with the unleavened bread of sincerity and truth. Alleluia.

Christ being raised from the dead will never die again; *

death no longer has dominion over him.

The death that he died, he died to sin, once for all; *

but the life he lives, he lives to God.

So also consider yourselves dead to sin, *

and alive to God in Jesus Christ our Lord. Alleluia.

Christ has been raised from the dead, *

the first fruits of those who have fallen asleep.

For since by a man came death, *

by a man has come also the resurrection of the dead.

For as in Adam all die, *

so also in Christ shall all be made alive. Alleluia.

Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed:

Come let us adore him. Alleluia.

The Psalm Appointed

103 Benedic, anima mea
or

Coverdale

1
Bless the Lord, O my soul, *

and all that is within me, bless his holy Name.

2
Bless the Lord, O my soul, *

and forget not all his benefits.

3
He forgives all your sins *

and heals all your infirmities;

4
He redeems your life from the grave *

and crowns you with mercy and loving-kindness;

5
He satisfies you with good things, *

and your youth is renewed like an eagle's.

6
The Lord executes righteousness *

and judgment for all who are oppressed.

7
He made his ways known to Moses *

and his works to the children of Israel.

8
The Lord is full of compassion and mercy, *

slow to anger and of great kindness.

9
He will not always accuse us, *

nor will he keep his anger for ever.

10
He has not dealt with us according to our sins, *

nor rewarded us according to our wickedness.

11
For as the heavens are high above the earth, *

so is his mercy great upon those who fear him.

12
As far as the east is from the west, *

so far has he removed our sins from us.

13
As a father cares for his children, *

so does the Lord care for those who fear him.

14
For he himself knows whereof we are made; *

he remembers that we are but dust.

15
Our days are like the grass; *

we flourish like a flower of the field;

16
When the wind goes over it, it is gone, *

and its place shall know it no more.

17
But the merciful goodness of the Lord endures for ever

on those who fear him, *

and his righteousness on children's children;

18
On those who keep his covenant *

and remember his commandments and do them.

19
The Lord has set his throne in heaven, *

and his kingship has dominion over all.

20
Bless the Lord, you angels of his,

you mighty ones who do his bidding, *

and hearken to the voice of his word.

21
Bless the Lord, all you his hosts, *

you ministers of his who do his will.

22
Bless the Lord, all you works of his,

in all places of his dominion; *

bless the Lord, O my soul.

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Lessons

The First Lesson

A reading from Exodus 12:28-39

28
The Israelites went and did just as the Lord had commanded Moses and Aaron.

29
At midnight the Lord struck down all the firstborn in the land of Egypt, from the firstborn of Pharaoh who sat on his throne to the firstborn of the prisoner who was in the dungeon, and all the firstborn of the livestock. 30
Pharaoh arose in the night, he and all his officials and all the Egyptians; and there was a loud cry in Egypt, for there was not a house without someone dead. 31
Then he summoned Moses and Aaron in the night, and said, "Rise up, go away from my people, both you and the Israelites! Go, worship the Lord, as you said. 32
Take your flocks and your herds, as you said, and be gone. And bring a blessing on me too!" 33
The Egyptians urged the people to hasten their departure from the land, for they said, "We shall all be dead." 34
So the people took their dough before it was leavened, with their kneading bowls wrapped up in their cloaks on their shoulders. 35
The Israelites had done as Moses told them; they had asked the Egyptians for jewelry of silver and gold, and for clothing, 36
and the Lord had given the people favor in the sight of the Egyptians, so that they let them have what they asked. And so they plundered the Egyptians.

37
The Israelites journeyed from Rameses to Succoth, about six hundred thousand men on foot, besides children. 38
A mixed crowd also went up with them, and livestock in great numbers, both flocks and herds. 39
They baked unleavened cakes of the dough that they had brought out of Egypt; it was not leavened, because they were driven out of Egypt and could not wait, nor had they prepared any provisions for themselves.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

13 A Song of Praise
Benedictus es, Domine

Song of the Three Young Men, 29-34

Glory to you, Lord God of our fathers; *

you are worthy of praise; glory to you.

Glory to you for the radiance of your holy Name; *

we will praise you and highly exalt you for ever.

Glory to you in the splendor of your temple; *

on the throne of your majesty, glory to you.

Glory to you, seated between the Cherubim; *

we will praise you and highly exalt you for ever.

Glory to you, beholding the depths; *

in the high vault of heaven, glory to you.

Glory to you, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; *

we will praise you and highly exalt you for ever.

The Second Lesson

A reading from 1 Corinthians 15:12-28

12
Now if Christ is proclaimed as raised from the dead, how can some of you say there is no resurrection of the dead? 13
If there is no resurrection of the dead, then Christ has not been raised; 14
and if Christ has not been raised, then our proclamation has been in vain and your faith has been in vain. 15
We are even found to be misrepresenting God, because we testified of God that he raised Christ whom he did not raise if it is true that the dead are not raised. 16
For if the dead are not raised, then Christ has not been raised. 17
If Christ has not been raised, your faith is futile and you are still in your sins. 18
Then those also who have died in Christ have perished. 19
If for this life only we have hoped in Christ, we are of all people most to be pitied.

20
But in fact Christ has been raised from the dead, the first fruits of those who have died. 21
For since death came through a human being, the resurrection of the dead has also come through a human being; 22
for as all die in Adam, so all will be made alive in Christ. 23
But each in his own order: Christ the first fruits, then at his coming those who belong to Christ. 24
Then comes the end, when he hands over the kingdom to God the Father, after he has destroyed every ruler and every authority and power. 25
For he must reign until he has put all his enemies under his feet. 26
The last enemy to be destroyed is death. 27
For "God has put all things in subjection under his feet." But when it says, "All things are put in subjection," it is plain that this does not include the one who put all things in subjection under him. 28
When all things are subjected to him, then the Son himself will also be subjected to the one who put all things in subjection under him, so that God may be all in all.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

18 A Song to the Lamb
Dignus es

Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13

Splendor and honor and kingly power *

are yours by right, O Lord our God,

For you created everything that is, *

and by your will they were created and have their being;

And yours by right, O Lamb that was slain, *

for with your blood you have redeemed for God,

From every family, language, people, and nation, *

a kingdom of priests to serve our God.

And so, to him who sits upon the throne, *

and to Christ the Lamb,

Be worship and praise, dominion and splendor, *

for ever and for evermore.

The Gospel

A reading from the Gospel according to Mark 16:9-20

9
Now after he rose early on the first day of the week, he appeared first to Mary Magdalene, from whom he had cast out seven demons. 10
She went out and told those who had been with him, while they were mourning and weeping. 11
But when they heard that he was alive and had been seen by her, they would not believe it.

12
After this he appeared in another form to two of them, as they were walking into the country. 13
And they went back and told the rest, but they did not believe them.

14
Later he appeared to the eleven themselves as they were sitting at the table; and he upbraided them for their lack of faith and stubbornness, because they had not believed those who saw him after he had risen. 15
And he said to them, "Go into all the world and proclaim the good news to the whole creation. 16
The one who believes and is baptized will be saved; but the one who does not believe will be condemned. 17
And these signs will accompany those who believe: by using my name they will cast out demons; they will speak in new tongues; 18
they will pick up snakes in their hands, and if they drink any deadly thing, it will not hurt them; they will lay their hands on the sick, and they will recover."

19
So then the Lord Jesus, after he had spoken to them, was taken up into heaven and sat down at the right hand of God. 20
And they went out and proclaimed the good news everywhere, while the Lord worked with them and confirmed the message by the signs that accompanied it.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayers

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Let us pray.

Contemporary Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

The Suffrages

Show us your mercy, O Lord;

And grant us your salvation.

Clothe your ministers with righteousness;

Let your people sing with joy.

Give peace, O Lord, in all the world;

For only in you can we live in safety.

Lord, keep this nation under your care;

And guide us in the way of justice and truth.

Let your way be known upon earth;

Your saving health among all nations.

Let not the needy, O Lord, be forgotten;

Nor the hope of the poor be taken away.

Create in us clean hearts, O God;

And sustain us with your Holy Spirit.

Collect of the Day: Tuesday in Easter Week

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 dominion and praise for ever and ever. Amen.

A Collect for Mission

O God and Father of all, whom the whole heavens adore: Let the whole earth also worship you, all nations obey you, all tongues confess and bless you, and men and women everywhere love you and serve you in peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen
.

World Cycle of Prayer

We pray for the people of Cyprus.

Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

We pray for our sisters and brothers members of the Presbyterian Church of Trinidad and Tobago.

A Collect for Guidance

Heavenly Father, in you we live and move and have our being: We humbly pray you so to guide and govern us by your Holy Spirit, that in all the cares and occupations of our life we may not forget you, but may remember that we are ever walking in your sight; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Intercessions

Let us pray now for our own needs and those of others.

Hymn: To my humble supplication

To my humble supplication

Lord, give ear and acceptation

Save thy servant, that hath none

Help nor hope but Thee alone. Amen.

Birthdays

Anniversaries

For Recovery from Sickness

For Travelers

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

For Those to be Baptized

For the Departed

Full list of prayers

For the Human Family

O God, you made us in your own image and redeemed us through Jesus your Son: Look with compassion on the whole human family; take away the arrogance and hatred which infect our hearts; break down the walls that separate us; unite us in bonds of love; and work through our struggle and confusion to accomplish your purposes on earth; that, in your good time, all nations and races may serve you in harmony around your heavenly throne; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For Prisons and Correctional Institutions

Lord Jesus, for our sake you were condemned as a criminal: Visit our jails and prisons with your pity and judgment. Remember all prisoners, and bring the guilty to repentance and amendment of life according to your will, and give them hope for their future. When any are held unjustly, bring them release; forgive us, and teach us to improve our justice. Remember those who work in these institutions; keep them humane and compassionate; and save them from becoming brutal or callous. And since what we do for those in prison, O Lord, we do for you, constrain us to improve their lot. All this we ask for your mercy's sake. Amen.

For the Victims of Addiction

Blessed Lord, you ministered to all who came to you: Look with compassion upon all who through addiction have lost their health and freedom. Restore to them the assurance of your unfailing mercy; remove from them the fears that beset them; strengthen them in the work of their recovery; and to those who care for them, give patient understanding and persevering love. Amen.

Hymn: This joyful Easter-tide

This joyful Easter-tide,

Away with care and sorrow!

My Love, the Crucified,

Hath sprung to life this morrow.

Had Christ, that once was slain,

Ne'er burst His three-day prison,

Our faith had been in vain;

But now hath Christ arisen,

Arisen, arisen, arisen!

My flesh in hope shall rest,

And for a season slumber;

Till trump from east to west,

Shall wake the dead in number.

Had Christ, that once was slain,

Ne'er burst His three-day prison,

Our faith had been in vain;

But now hath Christ arisen,

Arisen, arisen, arisen!

Death's flood hath lost his chill,

Since Jesus crossed the river:

Lover of souls, from ill

My passing soul deliver.

Had Christ, that once was slain,

Ne'er burst His three-day prison,

Our faith had been in vain;

But now hath Christ arisen,

Arisen, arisen, arisen!

Arisen, arisen, arisen!

Singers: St. Mark's Church Choir

Words: George Ratcliffe Woodward

Tune: Vruechten

A Prayer Attributed to St. Francis

Lord, make us instruments of your peace.

Where there is hatred, let us sow love;

where there is injury, pardon;

where there is discord, union;

where there is doubt, faith;

where there is despair, hope;

where there is darkness, light;

where there is sadness, joy.

Grant that we may not so much seek to be consoled as to console;

to be understood as to understand;

to be loved as to love.

For it is in giving that we receive;

it is in pardoning that we are pardoned;

and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life. Amen.

The Ending

The General Thanksgiving

Almighty God, Father of all mercies,

we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks

for all your goodness and loving-kindness

to us and to all whom you have made.

We bless you for our creation, preservation,

and all the blessings of this life;

but above all for your immeasurable love

in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;

for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.

And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies,

that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise,

not only with our lips, but in our lives,

by giving up our selves to your service,

and by walking before you

in holiness and righteousness all our days;

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen
.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Glory to God whose power, working in us, can do infinitely more than we can ask or imagine: Glory to him from generation to generation in the Church, and in Christ Jesus for ever and ever. Amen. Ephesians 3:20, 21

Hymn: God Be With You

God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus' feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

An Order of Service for Noonday

The Opening

Officiant

O God, make speed to save us.

People

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Officiant and People

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

A suitable hymn may be sung.

The Psalm

Psalm 121 Levavi oculos

1
I lift up my eyes to the hills; *

from where is my help to come?

2
My help comes from the LORD, *

the maker of heaven and earth.

3
He will not let your foot be moved *

and he who watches over you will not fall asleep.

4
Behold, he who keeps watch over Israel *

shall neither slumber nor sleep;

5
The Lord himself watches over you; *

the Lord is your shade at your right hand,

6
So that the sun shall not strike you by day, *

nor the moon by night.

7
The Lord shall preserve you from all evil; *

it is he who shall keep you safe.

8
The Lord shall watch over your going out and

your coming in, *

from this time forth for evermore.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

Officiant

If anyone is in Christ he is a new creation; the old has passed away, behold the new has come. All this is from God, who through Christ reconciled us to himself and gave us the ministry of reconciliation. 2 Corinthians 5:17-18

People

Thanks be to God.

The Prayers

Officiant

Lord, have mercy.

People

Christ, have mercy.

Officiant

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant and People recite the Lord's Prayer.

Contemporary Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

Officiant

Lord, hear our prayer;

People

And let our cry come to you.

Officiant

Let us pray.

The Collect

Officiant

Blessed Savior, at this hour you hung upon the cross, stretching out your loving arms: Grant that all the peoples of the earth may look to you and be saved; for your tender mercies’ sake.

Officiant and People

Amen.

Intercessions

Free intercessions may be offered.

Officiant

In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to your, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For our Presiding Bishop, for our own Bishop(s), for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who live and work in this community, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For yours is the majesty, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, now and for ever.

Officiant and People

Amen.

The Conclusion

Officiant

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia.

People

Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

2 April

Noonday Prayer

The Psalm

Psalm 121 Levavi oculos

1
I lift up my eyes to the hills; *

from where is my help to come?

2
My help comes from the LORD, *

the maker of heaven and earth.

3
He will not let your foot be moved *

and he who watches over you will not fall asleep.

4
Behold, he who keeps watch over Israel *

shall neither slumber nor sleep;

5
The LORD himself watches over you; *

the LORD is your shade at your right hand,

6
So that the sun shall not strike you by day, *

nor the moon by night.

7
The LORD shall preserve you from all evil; *

it is he who shall keep you safe.

8
The LORD shall watch over your going out and your coming in, *

from this time forth for evermore.

Glory to the Father,

and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

If anyone is in Christ he is a new creation; the old has passed away, behold the new has come. All this is from God, who through Christ reconciled us to himself and gave us the ministry of reconciliation. 2 Corinthians 5:17-18

Thanks be to God.

Kyrie

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

The Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Blessed Savior, at this hour you hung upon the cross, stretching out your loving arms: Grant that all the peoples of the earth may look to you and be saved; for your tender mercies' sake. Amen.

Intercessions

In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to your, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For our Presiding Bishop, for our own Bishop(s), for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who live and work in this community, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For yours is the majesty, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, now and for ever.

Amen.

Conclusion

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

Jump to Compline

Tuesday

Evening Prayer

Tuesday in Easter Week

The Opening

Opening Sentence

Worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole Earth tremble before him. Psalm 96:9

Hymn: O worship the Lord

O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness!

Bow down before Him, His glory proclaim;

With gold of obedience, and incense of lowliness,

Kneel and adore Him: the Lord is His name!

Low at His feet lay thy burden of carefulness,

High on His heart He will bear it for thee,

And comfort thy sorrows, and answer thy prayerfulness,

Guiding thy steps as may best for thee be.

Fear not to enter His courts in the slenderness

Of the poor wealth thou wouldst reckon as thine;

For truth in its beauty, and love in its tenderness,

These are the offerings to lay on His shrine.

These, though we bring them in trembling and fearfulness,

He will accept for the name that is dear;

Mornings of joy give for evenings of tearfulness,

Trust for our trembling and hope for our fear.

O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness!

Bow down before Him, His glory proclaim;

With gold of obedience, and incense of lowliness,

Kneel and adore Him: the Lord is His name!

Singers: Norwich Catheral Choir

Words: John S. B. Monsell

Music: Was Lebet, Was Schwebet Choral-Buch vor Johann Heinrich Reinhardt

Confession

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned against you

in thought, word, and deed,

by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone.

We have not loved you with our whole heart;

we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,

have mercy on us and forgive us;

that we may delight in your will,

and walk in your ways,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen.

Versicle and Response

O God, make speed to save us.

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

O Gracious Light Phos hilaron

O gracious Light,

pure brightness of the everliving Father in heaven,

O Jesus Christ, holy and blessed!

Now as we come to the setting of the sun,

and our eyes behold the vesper light,

we sing your praises, O God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

You are worthy at all times to be praised by happy voices,

O Son of God, O Giver of life,

and to be glorified through all the worlds.

The Psalms Appointed

111 Confitebor tibi
or

Coverdale

1
Hallelujah!

I will give thanks to the Lord with my whole heart, *

in the assembly of the upright, in the congregation.

2
Great are the deeds of the Lord! *

they are studied by all who delight in them.

3
His work is full of majesty and splendor, *

and his righteousness endures for ever.

4
He makes his marvelous works to be remembered; *

the Lord is gracious and full of compassion.

5
He gives food to those who fear him; *

he is ever mindful of his covenant.

6
He has shown his people the power of his works *

in giving them the lands of the nations.

7
The works of his hands are faithfulness and justice; *

all his commandments are sure.

8
They stand fast for ever and ever, *

because they are done in truth and equity.

9
He sent redemption to his people;

he commanded his covenant for ever; *

holy and awesome is his Name.

10
The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom; *

those who act accordingly have a good understanding;

his praise endures for ever.

114 In exitu Israel
or

Coverdale

1
Hallelujah!

When Israel came out of Egypt, *

the house of Jacob from a people of strange speech,

2
Judah became God's sanctuary *

and Israel his dominion.

3
The sea beheld it and fled; *

Jordan turned and went back.

4
The mountains skipped like rams, *

and the little hills like young sheep.

5
What ailed you, O sea, that you fled? *

O Jordan, that you turned back?

6
You mountains, that you skipped like rams? *

you little hills like young sheep?

7
Tremble, O earth, at the presence of the Lord, *

at the presence of the God of Jacob,

8
Who turned the hard rock into a pool of water *

and flint-stone into a flowing spring.

Gloria Patri

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Ghost:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and ever shall be.

World without end. Amen. Amen.

The Lesson

The Gospel

A reading from the Gospel according to Mark 16:9-20

9
Now after he rose early on the first day of the week, he appeared first to Mary Magdalene, from whom he had cast out seven demons. 10
She went out and told those who had been with him, while they were mourning and weeping. 11
But when they heard that he was alive and had been seen by her, they would not believe it.

12
After this he appeared in another form to two of them, as they were walking into the country. 13
And they went back and told the rest, but they did not believe them.

14
Later he appeared to the eleven themselves as they were sitting at the table; and he upbraided them for their lack of faith and stubbornness, because they had not believed those who saw him after he had risen. 15
And he said to them, "Go into all the world and proclaim the good news to the whole creation. 16
The one who believes and is baptized will be saved; but the one who does not believe will be condemned. 17
And these signs will accompany those who believe: by using my name they will cast out demons; they will speak in new tongues; 18
they will pick up snakes in their hands, and if they drink any deadly thing, it will not hurt them; they will lay their hands on the sick, and they will recover."

19
So then the Lord Jesus, after he had spoken to them, was taken up into heaven and sat down at the right hand of God. 20
And they went out and proclaimed the good news everywhere, while the Lord worked with them and confirmed the message by the signs that accompanied it.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The Song of Mary

Luke 1:46-55

Magnificat

My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord,

my spirit rejoices in God my Savior;*

for he has looked with favor on his lowly servant.

From this day all generations will call me blessed:*

the Almighty has done great things for me,

and holy is his Name.

He has mercy on those who fear him*

in every generation.

He has shown the strength of his arm,*

he has scattered the proud in their conceit.

He has cast down the mighty from their thrones,*

and has lifted up the lowly.

He has filled the hungry with good things,*

and the rich he has sent away empty.

He has come to the help of his servant Israel,*

for he has remembered his promise of mercy,

The promise he made to our fathers,*

to Abraham and his children for ever.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Creed

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayers

The Lord's Prayer

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Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

The Suffrages

That this evening may be holy, good, and peaceful,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That your holy angels may lead us in paths of peace and goodwill,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That we may be pardoned and forgiven for our sins and offenses,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That there may be peace to your Church and to the whole world,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That we may depart this life in your faith and fear, and not be condemned before the great judgment seat of Christ,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That we may be bound together by your Holy Spirit in the communion of all your saints, entrusting one another and all our life to Christ,

We entreat you, O Lord.

Collect of the Day: Tuesday in Easter Week

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 dominion and praise for ever and ever. Amen.

For Mission

Keep watch, dear Lord, with those who work, or watch, or weep this night, and give your angels charge over those who sleep. Tend the sick, Lord Christ; give rest to the weary, bless the dying, soothe the suffering, pity the afflicted, shield the joyous; and all for your love's sake. Amen.

World Cycle of Prayer

We pray for the people of Cape Verde
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Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

We pray for our sisters and brothers members of the African Inland Church of South Sudan and Sudan.

A Collect for Guidance

O heavenly Father, in whom we live and move and have our being: We humbly pray you so to guide and govern us by your Holy Spirit, that in all the cares and occupations of our life we may not forget you, but may remember that we are ever walking in your sight; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Intercessions

Let us pray now for our own needs and those of others.

Hymn: To my humble supplication

To my humble supplication

Lord, give ear and acceptation

Save thy servant, that hath none

Help nor hope but Thee alone. Amen.

Birthdays

Anniversaries

For Recovery from Sickness

For Travelers

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

For Those to be Baptized

For the Departed

Full list of prayers

For Agriculture

Almighty God, we thank you for making the earth fruitful, so that it might produce what is needed for life: Bless those who work in the fields; give us seasonable weather; and grant that we may all share the fruits of the earth, rejoicing in your goodness; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For Those We Love

Almighty God, we entrust all who are dear to us to your never-failing care and love, for this life and the life to come, knowing that you are doing for them better things than we can desire or pray for; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For Quiet Confidence

O God of peace, who has taught us that in returning and rest we will be saved, in quietness and confidence will be our strength: By the might of your Spirit lift us, we pray, to your presence, where we may be still and know that you are God; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Hymn: O love, how deep

O love, how deep, how broad, how high,

Beyond all thought and fantasy,

That God, the Son of God, should take

Our mortal form for mortals' sake!

For us to wicked men betrayed,

Scourged, mocked, in crown of thorns arrayed,

He bore the shameful cross and death;

For us He gave His dying breath.

For us He rose from death again;

For us He went on high to reign;

For us He sent His Spirit here

To guide, to comfort, and to cheer.

All glory to our Lord and God

For love so deep, so high, so broad;

The Trinity whom we adore

Forever and forevermore.

Words: attributed to Thomas á Kempus, translated by Benjamin Webb

Tune: Deo Gracias

A Prayer of Self-Dedication

Almighty and eternal God,

so draw our hearts to you,

so guide our minds,

so fill our imaginations,

so control our wills,

that we may be wholly yours,

utterly dedicated unto you;

and then use us, we pray you, as you will,

and always to your glory and the welfare of your people;

through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

The Ending

The General Thanksgiving

Almighty God, Father of all mercies,

we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks

for all your goodness and loving-kindness

to us and to all whom you have made.

We bless you for our creation, preservation,

and all the blessings of this life;

but above all for your immeasurable love

in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;

for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.

And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies,

that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise,

not only with our lips, but in our lives,

by giving up our selves to your service,

and by walking before you

in holiness and righteousness all our days;

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with us all evermore. Amen. 2 Corinthians 13:14

Hymn: God Be With You

God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus' feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

2 April Compline

Opening Sentence

The Lord Almighty grant us a peaceful night and a perfect end.

Amen.

Our help is in the Name of the Lord;

The maker of heaven and earth.

Confession

Let us confess our sins to God.

Almighty God, our heavenly Father:

We have sinned against you,

through our own fault,

in thought, and word, and deed,

and in what we have left undone.

For the sake of your Son our Lord Jesus Christ,

forgive us all our offenses;

and grant that we may serve you

in newness of life,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

May the Almighty God grant us forgiveness of all our sins,and the grace and comfort of the Holy Spirit.

Amen.

Psalm 31 In te, Domine, speravi

1
In you, O LORD, have I taken refuge;

let me never be put to shame; *

deliver me in your righteousness.

2
Incline your ear to me; *

make haste to deliver me.

3
Be my strong rock, a castle to keep me safe,

for you are my crag and my stronghold; *

for the sake of your Name, lead me and guide me.

4
Take me out of the net that they have secretly set for me, *

for you are my tower of strength.

5
Into your hands I commend my spirit, *

for you have redeemed me,

O LORD, O God of truth.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

Lord, you are in the midst of us, and we are called by your Name: Do not forsake us, O Lord our God. Jeremiah 14:9,22

Thanks be to God.

Responses

Into your hands, O Lord, I commend my spirit;

For you have redeemed me, O Lord, O God of truth.

Keep us, O Lord, as the apple of your eye;

Hide us under the shadow of your wings.

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Be present, O merciful God, and protect us through the hours of this night, so that we who are wearied by the changes and chances of this life may rest in your eternal changelessness; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Prayer

O God, your unfailing providence sustains the world we live in and the life we live: Watch over those, both night and day, who work while others sleep, and grant that we may never forget that our common life depends upon each other's toil; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

The Song of Simeon

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Lord, you now have set your servant free *

to go in peace as you have promised;

For these eyes of mine have seen the Savior, *

whom you have prepared for all the world to see:

A Light to enlighten the nations, *

and the glory of your people Israel.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The almighty and merciful Lord, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, bless us and keep us.

Amen.

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Wednesday

Morning Prayer

Wednesday in Easter Week

The Opening

Alleluia! Christ is risen.

The Lord is risen indeed. Alleluia!

Hymn: Now the green blade rises

Now the green blade rises from the buried grain,

Wheat that in the dark earth many years has lain;

Love lives again, that with the dead has been:

Love is come again, like wheat that springs up green.

In the grave they laid Him, Love Whom we had slain,

Thinking that He'd never wake to life again,

Laid in the earth like grain that sleeps unseen:

Love is come again, like wheat that springs up green.

Forth He came at Easter, like the risen grain,

He that for three days in the grave had lain;

Quick from the dead my risen Lord is seen:

Love is come again, like wheat that springs up green.

When our hearts are wintry, grieving or in pain,

Thy touch can call us back to life again;

Fields of our hearts that dead and bare have been:

Love is come again, like wheat that springs up green.

Love is come again, like wheat that springs up green.

Singers: Laura Wright and Portsmouth Massed Choirs

Words: John Macleod Campbell Crum

Tune: Noel Nouvelet

Confession of Sin

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned against you

in thought, word, and deed,

by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone.

We have not loved you with our whole heart;

we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,

have mercy on us and forgive us;

that we may delight in your will,

and walk in your ways,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen.

The Invitatory and Psalter

Lord, open our lips.

And our mouth shall proclaim your praise.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

Antiphon

Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed:

Come let us adore him. Alleluia.

Christ our Passover
Pascha nostrum

1 Corinthians 5:7-8; Romans 6:9-11; 1 Corinthians 15:20-22

Alleluia.

Christ our Passover has been sacrificed for us; *

therefore let us keep the feast,

Not with the old leaven, the leaven of malice and evil, *

but with the unleavened bread of sincerity and truth. Alleluia.

Christ being raised from the dead will never die again; *

death no longer has dominion over him.

The death that he died, he died to sin, once for all; *

but the life he lives, he lives to God.

So also consider yourselves dead to sin, *

and alive to God in Jesus Christ our Lord. Alleluia.

Christ has been raised from the dead, *

the first fruits of those who have fallen asleep.

For since by a man came death, *

by a man has come also the resurrection of the dead.

For as in Adam all die, *

so also in Christ shall all be made alive. Alleluia.

Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed:

Come let us adore him. Alleluia.

The Psalms Appointed

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Coverdale

1
The Lord is King;

let the earth rejoice; *

let the multitude of the isles be glad.

2
Clouds and darkness are round about him, *

righteousness and justice are the foundations of his throne.

3
A fire goes before him *

and burns up his enemies on every side.

4
His lightnings light up the world; *

the earth sees it and is afraid.

5
The mountains melt like wax at the presence of the Lord, *

at the presence of the Lord of the whole earth.

6
The heavens declare his righteousness, *

and all the peoples see his glory.

7
Confounded be all who worship carved images

and delight in false gods! *

Bow down before him, all you gods.

8
Zion hears and is glad, and the cities of Judah rejoice, *

because of your judgments, O Lord.

9
For you are the Lord,

most high over all the earth; *

you are exalted far above all gods.

10
The Lord loves those who hate evil; *

he preserves the lives of his saints

and delivers them from the hand of the wicked.

11
Light has sprung up for the righteous, *

and joyful gladness for those who are truehearted.

12
Rejoice in the Lord, you righteous, *

and give thanks to his holy Name.

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Coverdale

1
The Lord is King;

let the people tremble; *

he is enthroned upon the cherubim;

let the earth shake.

2
The Lord is great in Zion; *

he is high above all peoples.

3
Let them confess his Name, which is great and awesome; *

he is the Holy One.

4
"O mighty King, lover of justice,

you have established equity; *

you have executed justice and righteousness in Jacob."

5
Proclaim the greatness of the Lord our God

and fall down before his footstool; *

he is the Holy One.

6
Moses and Aaron among his priests,

and Samuel among those who call upon his Name, *

they called upon the Lord, and he answered them.

7
He spoke to them out of the pillar of cloud; *

they kept his testimonies and the decree that he gave them.

8
"O Lord our God, you answered them indeed; *

you were a God who forgave them,

yet punished them for their evil deeds."

9
Proclaim the greatness of the Lord our God

and worship him upon his holy hill; *

for the Lord our God is the Holy One.

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be;

world without end. Amen. Amen.

The Lessons

The First Lesson

A reading from Exodus 12:40-51

40
The time that the Israelites had lived in Egypt was four hundred thirty years. 41
At the end of four hundred thirty years, on that very day, all the companies of the Lord went out from the land of Egypt. 42
That was for the Lord a night of vigil, to bring them out of the land of Egypt. That same night is a vigil to be kept for the Lord by all the Israelites throughout their generations.

43
The Lord said to Moses and Aaron: This is the ordinance for the passover: no foreigner shall eat of it, 44
but any slave who has been purchased may eat of it after he has been circumcised; 45
no bound or hired servant may eat of it. 46
It shall be eaten in one house; you shall not take any of the animal outside the house, and you shall not break any of its bones. 47
The whole congregation of Israel shall celebrate it. 48
If an alien who resides with you wants to celebrate the passover to the Lord, all his males shall be circumcised; then he may draw near to celebrate it; he shall be regarded as a native of the land. But no uncircumcised person shall eat of it; 49
there shall be one law for the native and for the alien who resides among you. 50
All the Israelites did just as the Lord had commanded Moses and Aaron. 51
That very day the Lord brought the Israelites out of the land of Egypt, company by company.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

11 The Third Song of Isaiah
Surge, illuminare

Isaiah 60:1-3, 11a, 14c, 18-19

Arise, shine, for your light has come, *

and the glory of the Lord has dawned upon you.

For behold, darkness covers the land; *

deep gloom enshrouds the peoples.

But over you the Lord will rise, *

and his glory will appear upon you.

Nations Will stream to your light, *

and kings to the brightness of your dawning.

Your gates will always be open; *

by day or night they will never be shut.

They will call you, The City of the Lord, *

The Zion of the Holy One of Israel.

Violence will no more be heard in your land, *

ruin or destruction within your borders.

You will call your walls, Salvation, *

and all your portals, Praise.

The sun will no more be your light by day; *

by night you will not need the brightness of the moon.

The Lord will be your everlasting light, *

and your God will be your glory.

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever.
Amen.

The Second Lesson

A reading from 1 Corinthians 15:(29)30-41

29
Otherwise, what will those people do who receive baptism on behalf of the dead? If the dead are not raised at all, why are people baptized on their behalf? 30
And why are we putting ourselves in danger every hour? 31
I die every day! That is as certain, brothers and sisters, as my boasting of you a boast that I make in Christ Jesus our Lord. 32
If with merely human hopes I fought with wild animals at Ephesus, what would I have gained by it? If the dead are not raised, "Let us eat and drink, for tomorrow we die." 33
Do not be deceived: "Bad company ruins good morals." 34
Come to a sober and right mind, and sin no more; for some people have no knowledge of God. I say this to your shame.

35
But someone will ask, "How are the dead raised? With what kind of body do they come?" 36
Fool! What you sow does not come to life unless it dies. 37
And as for what you sow, you do not sow the body that is to be, but a bare seed, perhaps of wheat or of some other grain. 38
But God gives it a body as he has chosen, and to each kind of seed its own body. 39
Not all flesh is alike, but there is one flesh for human beings, another for animals, another for birds, and another for fish. 40
There are both heavenly bodies and earthly bodies, but the glory of the heavenly is one thing, and that of the earthly is another. 41
There is one glory of the sun, and another glory of the moon, and another glory of the stars; indeed, star differs from star in glory.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

16 The Song of Zechariah
Benedictus Dominus Deus

Luke 1:68-79

Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel; *

he has come to his people and set them free.

He has raised up for us a mighty savior, *

born of the house of his servant David.

Through his holy prophets he promised of old,

that he would save us from our enemies, *

from the hands of all who hate us.

He promised to show mercy to our fathers *

and to remember his holy covenant.

This was the oath he swore to our father Abraham, *

to set us free from the hands of our enemies,

Free to worship him without fear, *

holy and righteous in his sight

all the days of our life.

You, my child, shall be called the prophet of the Most High, *

for you will go before the Lord to prepare his way,

To give his people knowledge of salvation *

by the forgiveness of their sins.

In the tender compassion of our God *

the dawn from on high shall break upon us,

To shine on those who dwell in darkness and the

shadow of death, *

and to guide our feet into the way of peace.

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Gospel

A reading from the Gospel according to Matthew 28:1-16

1
After the sabbath, as the first day of the week was dawning, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary went to see the tomb. 2
And suddenly there was a great earthquake; for an angel of the Lord, descending from heaven, came and rolled back the stone and sat on it. 3
His appearance was like lightning, and his clothing white as snow. 4
For fear of him the guards shook and became like dead men. 5
But the angel said to the women, "Do not be afraid; I know that you are looking for Jesus who was crucified. 6
He is not here; for he has been raised, as he said. Come, see the place where he lay. 7
Then go quickly and tell his disciples, 'He has been raised from the dead, and indeed he is going ahead of you to Galilee; there you will see him.' This is my message for you." 8
So they left the tomb quickly with fear and great joy, and ran to tell his disciples. 9
Suddenly Jesus met them and said, "Greetings!" And they came to him, took hold of his feet, and worshiped him. 10
Then Jesus said to them, "Do not be afraid; go and tell my brothers to go to Galilee; there they will see me."

11
While they were going, some of the guard went into the city and told the chief priests everything that had happened. 12
After the priests had assembled with the elders, they devised a plan to give a large sum of money to the soldiers, 13
telling them, "You must say, 'His disciples came by night and stole him away while we were asleep.' 14
If this comes to the governor's ears, we will satisfy him and keep you out of trouble." 15
So they took the money and did as they were directed. And this story is still told among the Jews to this day.

16
Now the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain to which Jesus had directed them.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayers

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Let us pray.

Contemporary Lord's Prayer

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Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

The Suffrages

Save your people, Lord, and bless your inheritance;

Govern and uphold them, now and always.

Day by day we bless you;

We praise your Name for ever.

Lord, keep us from all sin today;

Have mercy on us, Lord, have mercy.

Lord, show us your love and mercy;

For we put our trust in you.

In you, Lord, is our hope;

And we shall never hope in vain.

Collect of the Day: Wednesday in Easter Week

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 all his redeeming work; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

For Mission

Almighty and everlasting God, by whose Spirit the whole body of your faithful people is governed and sanctified: Receive our supplications and prayers which we offer before you for all members of your holy Church, that in their vocation and ministry they may truly and devoutly serve you; through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen
.

World Cycle of Prayer

We pray for the people of Czechia.

Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

We pray for our sisters and brothers members of the Religious Society of Friends: Friends United Meeting.

A Collect for Peace

Eternal God, in whose perfect kingdom no sword is drawn but the sword of righteousness, no strength known but the strength of love: So mightily spread abroad your Spirit, that all peoples may be gathered under the banner of the Prince of Peace, as children of one Father; to whom be dominion and glory, now and for ever. Amen.

Intercessions

Let us pray now for our own needs and those of others.

Hymn: To my humble supplication

To my humble supplication

Lord, give ear and acceptation

Save thy servant, that hath none

Help nor hope but Thee alone. Amen.

Birthdays

Anniversaries

For Recovery from Sickness

For Travelers

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

For Those to be Baptized

For the Departed

Full list of prayers

For our Country

Almighty God, who has given us this good land for our heritage: We humbly beseech you that we may always prove ourselves a people mindful of your favor and glad to do your will. Bless our land with honorable industry, sound learning, and pure manners. Save us from violence, discord, and confusion; from pride and arrogance, and from every evil way. Defend our liberties, and fashion us into one united people. Endue with the spirit of wisdom those to whom in your Name we entrust the authority of government, that there may be justice and peace at home, and that, through obedience to your law, we may show forth your praise among the nations of the earth. In the time of prosperity, fill our hearts with thankfulness, and in the day of trouble, suffer not our trust in you to fail; all which we ask through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For the President of the

United States

and all in Civil Authority

O Lord our Governor, whose glory is in all the world: We commend this nation to your merciful care, that, being guided by your Providence, we may dwell secure in your peace. Grant to the President of the United States, the Governor of this State (or, Commonwealth), and to all in authority, wisdom and strength to know and to do your will. Fill them with the love of truth and righteousness, and make them ever mindful of their calling to serve this people in your fear; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, world without end. Amen.

Hymn: At the Lamb's high feast we sing

At the Lamb's high feast we sing,

Praise to our victorious King,

Who hath washed us in the tide

Flowing from his piercd side;

Praise we Him, Whose love divine

Gives His sacred blood for wine,

Gives His body for the feast,

Christ the Victim, Christ the Priest.

Where the Paschal blood is poured,

Deaths dark angel sheathes his sword;

Israel's hosts triumphant go

Through the wave that drowns the foe.

Praise we Christ, Whose blood was shed,

Paschal Victim, paschal Bread;

With sincerity and love

Eat we Manna from above.

Mighty Victim from the sky,

Hell's fierce powers beneath Thee lie;

Thou hast conquered in the fight,

Thou hast brought us life and light;

Now no more can death appall,

Now no more the grave enthral;

Thou hast opened Paradise,

And in Thee Thy saints shall rise.

This, our gift of Easter joy,

sin alone can now destroy;

from sin's power do thou set free

souls new-born, O Lord, in thee.

Hymns of glory, songs of praise,

Father, unto thee we raise;

risen Lord, all praise to thee,

with the Spirit ever be.

Singers: St. Mary Catholic Parish

Littleton, Colorado

A Prayer of Self-Dedication

Almighty and eternal God,

so draw our hearts to you,

so guide our minds,

so fill our imaginations,

so control our wills,

that we may be wholly yours,

utterly dedicated unto you;

and then use us, we pray you, as you will,

and always to your glory and the welfare of your people;

through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

The Ending

The General Thanksgiving

Almighty God, Father of all mercies,

we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks

for all your goodness and loving-kindness

to us and to all whom you have made.

We bless you for our creation, preservation,

and all the blessings of this life;

but above all for your immeasurable love

in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;

for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.

And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies,

that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise,

not only with our lips, but in our lives,

by giving up our selves to your service,

and by walking before you

in holiness and righteousness all our days;

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen
.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with us all evermore. Amen. 2 Corinthians 13:14

Hymn: God Be With You

God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus' feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

An Order of Service for Noonday

The Opening

Officiant

O God, make speed to save us.

People

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Officiant and People

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

A suitable hymn may be sung.

The Psalm

Psalm 126 In convertendo

1
When the Lord restored the fortunes of Zion, *

then were we like those who dream.

2
Then was our mouth filled with laughter, * a

nd our tongue with shouts of joy.

3
Then they said among the nations, *

The Lord has done great things for them.

4
The Lord has done great things for us, * a

nd we are glad indeed.

5
Restore our fortunes, O Lord, *

like the watercourses of the Negev.

6
Those who sowed with tears *

will reap with songs of joy.

7
Those who go out weeping, carrying the seed, *

will come again with joy, shouldering their sheaves.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

Officiant

From the rising of the sun to its setting my Name shall be great among the nations, and in every place incense shall be offered to my Name, and a pure offering; for my Name shall be great among the nations, says the Lord of Hosts. Malachi 1:11

People

Thanks be to God.

The Prayers

Officiant

Lord, have mercy.

People

Christ, have mercy.

Officiant

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant and People recite the Lord's Prayer.

Contemporary Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

Officiant

Lord, hear our prayer;

People

And let our cry come to you.

Officiant

Let us pray.

The Collect

Officiant

Lord Jesus Christ, you said to your apostles, Peace I give to you; my own peace I leave with you: Regard not our sins, but the faith of your Church, and give to us the peace and unity of that heavenly City, where with the Father and the Holy Spirit you live and reign, now and for ever.

Officiant and People

Amen.

Intercessions

Free intercessions may be offered.

Officiant

In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to your, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For our Presiding Bishop, for our own Bishop(s), for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who live and work in this community, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For yours is the majesty, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, now and for ever.

Officiant and People

Amen.

The Conclusion

Officiant

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia.

People

Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

3 April

Noonday Prayer

The Psalm

Psalm 126 In convertendo

1
When the LORD restored the fortunes of Zion, *

then were we like those who dream.

2
Then was our mouth filled with laughter, *

and our tongue with shouts of joy.

3
Then they said among the nations, *

"The LORD has done great things for them."

4
The LORD has done great things for us, *

and we are glad indeed.

5
Restore our fortunes, O LORD, *

like the watercourses of the Negev.

6
Those who sowed with tears *

will reap with songs of joy.

7
Those who go out weeping, carrying the seed, *

will come again with joy, shouldering their sheaves.

Glory to the Father,

and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

From the rising of the sun to its setting my Name shall be great among the nations, and in every place incense shall be offered to my Name, and a pure offering; for my Name shall be great among the nations, says the Lord of Hosts. Malachi 1:11

Thanks be to God.

Kyrie

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

The Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Almighty Savior, who at noonday called your servant Saint Paul to be an apostle to the Gentiles: We pray you to illumine the world with the radiance of your glory, that all nations may come and worship you; for you live and reign for ever and ever. Amen.

Intercessions

In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to your, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For our Presiding Bishop, for our own Bishop(s), for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who live and work in this community, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For yours is the majesty, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, now and for ever.

Amen.

Conclusion

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

Jump to Compline

Wednesday

Evening Prayer

Wednesday in Easter Week

The Opening

Opening Sentence

Yours is the day, O God, yours also the night; you established the moon and the sun. You fixed all the boundaries of the earth; you made both summer and winter. Psalm 74:15, 16

Hymn: O Jesus, my Savior

O Jesus, my Savior, I know thou art mine,

For thee all the pleasures of sin I resign;

Of objects most pleasing, I love thee the best,

Without thee I'm wretched, but with thee I'm blest.

Thy Spirit first taught me to know I was blind,

Then taught me the way of salvation to find;

And when I was sinking in gloomy despair,

Thy mercy relieved me, and bid me not fear.

In vain I attempt to describe what I feel,

The language of mortals or angels would fail;

My Jesus is precious, my soul's in a flame,

I'm raised to a rapture while praising his name.

I find him in singing, I find him in prayer,

In sweet meditation he always is near;

My constant companion, O may we ne'er part!

All glory to Jesus, he dwells in my heart.

I love thee, my Savior, I love thee, my Lord,

I love thy dear people, thy ways, and thy word;

With tender emotion I love sinners too,

Since Jesus has died to redeem them from woe.

My Jesus is precious--I cannot forbear,

Though sinners despise me, his love to declare;

His love overwhelms me; had I wings I'd fly

To praise him in mansions prepared in the sky.

Then millions of ages my soul would employ

In praising my Jesus, my love and my joy

Without interruption, when all the glad throng

With pleasures unceasing unite in the song.

Lyrics: Caleb Jarvis Taylor

Singers: Youth in Cades Cove Primitive Baptist Church

Confession

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned against you

in thought, word, and deed,

by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone.

We have not loved you with our whole heart;

we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,

have mercy on us and forgive us;

that we may delight in your will,

and walk in your ways,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen.

Versicle and Response

O God, make speed to save us.

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

O Gracious Light Phos hilaron

O gracious Light,

pure brightness of the everliving Father in heaven,

O Jesus Christ, holy and blessed!

Now as we come to the setting of the sun,

and our eyes behold the vesper light,

we sing your praises, O God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

You are worthy at all times to be praised by happy voices,

O Son of God, O Giver of life,

and to be glorified through all the worlds.

The Psalm Appointed

115 Non nobis, Domine
or

Coverdale

1
Not to us, O Lord, not to us,

but to your Name give glory; *

because of your love and because of your faithfulness.

2
Why should the heathen say, *

"Where then is their God?"

3
Our God is in heaven; *

whatever he wills to do he does.

4
Their idols are silver and gold, *

the work of human hands.

5
They have mouths, but they cannot speak; *

eyes have they, but they cannot see;

6
They have ears but they cannot hear; *

noses, but they cannot smell;

7
They have hands, but they cannot feel;

feet, but they cannot walk; *

they make no sound with their throat.

8
Those who make them are like them, *

and so are all who put their trust in them.

9
O Israel, trust in the Lord; *

he is their help and their shield.

10
O house of Aaron, trust in the Lord; *

he is their help and their shield.

11
You who fear the Lord, trust in the Lord; *

he is their help and their shield.

12
The Lord has been mindful of us, and he will bless us; *

he will bless the house of Israel;

he will bless the house of Aaron;

13
He will bless those who fear the Lord, *

both small and great together.

14
May the Lord increase you more and more, *

you and your children after you.

15
May you be blessed by the Lord, *

the maker of heaven and earth.

16
The heaven of heavens is the Lord's, *

but he entrusted the earth to its peoples.

17
The dead do not praise the Lord, *

nor all those who go down into silence;

18
But we will bless the Lord, *

from this time forth for evermore.

Hallelujah!

Gloria Patri

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Ghost:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and ever shall be.

World without end. Amen. Amen.

The Lesson

The Gospel

A reading from the Gospel according to Matthew 28:1-16

1
After the sabbath, as the first day of the week was dawning, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary went to see the tomb. 2
And suddenly there was a great earthquake; for an angel of the Lord, descending from heaven, came and rolled back the stone and sat on it. 3
His appearance was like lightning, and his clothing white as snow. 4
For fear of him the guards shook and became like dead men. 5
But the angel said to the women, "Do not be afraid; I know that you are looking for Jesus who was crucified. 6
He is not here; for he has been raised, as he said. Come, see the place where he lay. 7
Then go quickly and tell his disciples, 'He has been raised from the dead, and indeed he is going ahead of you to Galilee; there you will see him.' This is my message for you." 8
So they left the tomb quickly with fear and great joy, and ran to tell his disciples. 9
Suddenly Jesus met them and said, "Greetings!" And they came to him, took hold of his feet, and worshiped him. 10
Then Jesus said to them, "Do not be afraid; go and tell my brothers to go to Galilee; there they will see me."

11
While they were going, some of the guard went into the city and told the chief priests everything that had happened. 12
After the priests had assembled with the elders, they devised a plan to give a large sum of money to the soldiers, 13
telling them, "You must say, 'His disciples came by night and stole him away while we were asleep.' 14
If this comes to the governor's ears, we will satisfy him and keep you out of trouble." 15
So they took the money and did as they were directed. And this story is still told among the Jews to this day.

16
Now the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain to which Jesus had directed them.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The Song of Mary

Luke 1:46-55

Magnificat

My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord,

my spirit rejoices in God my Savior;*

for he has looked with favor on his lowly servant.

From this day all generations will call me blessed:*

the Almighty has done great things for me,

and holy is his Name.

He has mercy on those who fear him*

in every generation.

He has shown the strength of his arm,*

he has scattered the proud in their conceit.

He has cast down the mighty from their thrones,*

and has lifted up the lowly.

He has filled the hungry with good things,*

and the rich he has sent away empty.

He has come to the help of his servant Israel,*

for he has remembered his promise of mercy,

The promise he made to our fathers,*

to Abraham and his children for ever.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Creed

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayers

The Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

The Suffrages

Show us your mercy, O Lord;

And grant us your salvation.

Clothe your ministers with righteousness;

Let your people sing with joy.

Give peace, O Lord, in all the world;

For only in you can we live in safety.

Lord, keep this nation under your care;

And guide us in the way of justice and truth.

Let your way be known upon earth;

Your saving health among all nations.

Let not the needy, O Lord, be forgotten;

Nor the hope of the poor be taken away.

Create in us clean hearts, O God;

And sustain us with your Holy Spirit.

Collect of the Day: Wednesday in Easter Week

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 all his redeeming work; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

For Mission

O God and Father of all, whom the whole heavens adore: Let the whole earth also worship you, all nations obey you, all tongues confess and bless you, and men and women everywhere love you and serve you in peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

World Cycle of Prayer

We pray for the people of Central African Republic
.

Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

We pray for our sisters and brothers members of the African Israel Nineveh Church.

A Collect for Protection

Be our light in the darkness, O Lord, and in your great mercy defend us from all perils and dangers of this night; for the love of your only Son, our Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

Intercessions

Let us pray now for our own needs and those of others.

Hymn: To my humble supplication

To my humble supplication

Lord, give ear and acceptation

Save thy servant, that hath none

Help nor hope but Thee alone. Amen.

Birthdays

Anniversaries

For Recovery from Sickness

For Travelers

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

For Those to be Baptized

For the Departed

Full list of prayers

For Cities

Heavenly Father, in your Word you have given us a vision of that holy City to which the nations of the world bring their glory: Behold and visit, we pray, the cities of the earth. Renew the ties of mutual regard which form our civic life. Send us honest and able leaders. Enable us to eliminate poverty, prejudice, and oppression, that peace may prevail with righteousness, and justice with order, and that men and women from different cultures and with differing talents may find with one another the fulfillment of their humanity.

For Those Who Influence Public Opinion

Almighty God, you proclaim your truth in every age by many voices: Direct, in our time, we pray, those who speak where many listen and write what many read; that they may do their part in making the heart of this people wise, its mind sound, and its will righteous; to the honor of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For the Future of the Human Race

O God our heavenly Father, you have blessed us and given us dominion over all the earth: Increase our reverence before the mystery of life; and give us new insight into your purposes for the human race, and new wisdom and determination in making provision for its future in accordance with your will; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Hymn: Nothing is lost

Nothing is lost on the breath of God,

nothing is lost for ever;

God's breath is love, and that love will remain,

holding the world for ever.

No feather too light, no hair too fine,

no flower too brief in its glory;

no drop in the ocean, no dust in the air,

but is counted and told in God's story.

Nothing is lost to the eyes of God,

nothing is lost for ever;

God sees with love and that love will remain,

holding the world for ever.

No journey too far, no distance too great,

no valley of darkness too blinding;

no creature too humble, no child too small

for God to be seeking, and finding.

Nothing is lost to the heart of God,

nothing is lost for ever;

God's heart is love, and that love will remain,

holding the world for ever.

No impulse of love, no office of care,

no moment of life in its fulness;

no beginning too late, no ending too soon,

but is gathered and known in His goodness.

Words and music: Colin Gibson

A Prayer Attributed to St. Francis

Lord, make us instruments of your peace.

Where there is hatred, let us sow love;

where there is injury, pardon;

where there is discord, union;

where there is doubt, faith;

where there is despair, hope;

where there is darkness, light;

where there is sadness, joy.

Grant that we may not so much seek to be consoled as to console;

to be understood as to understand;

to be loved as to love.

For it is in giving that we receive;

it is in pardoning that we are pardoned;

and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life. Amen.

The Ending

The General Thanksgiving

Almighty God, Father of all mercies,

we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks

for all your goodness and loving-kindness

to us and to all whom you have made.

We bless you for our creation, preservation,

and all the blessings of this life;

but above all for your immeasurable love

in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;

for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.

And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies,

that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise,

not only with our lips, but in our lives,

by giving up our selves to your service,

and by walking before you

in holiness and righteousness all our days;

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with us all evermore. Amen. 2 Corinthians 13:14

Hymn: God Be With You

God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus' feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

3 April Compline

Opening Sentence

The Lord Almighty grant us a peaceful night and a perfect end.

Amen.

Our help is in the Name of the Lord;

The maker of heaven and earth.

Confession

Let us confess our sins to God.

Almighty God, our heavenly Father:

We have sinned against you,

through our own fault,

in thought, and word, and deed,

and in what we have left undone.

For the sake of your Son our Lord Jesus Christ,

forgive us all our offenses;

and grant that we may serve you

in newness of life,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

May the Almighty God grant us forgiveness of all our sins,and the grace and comfort of the Holy Spirit.

Amen.

Psalm 91 Qui habitat

1
He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High, *

abides under the shadow of the Almighty.

2
He shall say to the LORD, "You are my refuge and my stronghold, *

my God in whom I put my trust."

3
He shall deliver you from the snare of the hunter *

and from the deadly pestilence.

4
He shall cover you with his pinions, and you shall find refuge under his wings; *

his faithfulness shall be a shield and buckler.

5
You shall not be afraid of any terror by night, *

nor of the arrow that flies by day;

6
Of the plague that stalks in the darkness, *

nor of the sickness that lays waste at mid-day.

7
A thousand shall fall at your side

and ten thousand at your right hand, *

but it shall not come near you.

8
Your eyes have only to behold *

to see the reward of the wicked.

9
Because you have made the LORD your refuge, *

and the Most High your habitation,

10
There shall no evil happen to you, *

neither shall any plague come near your dwelling.

11
For he shall give his angels charge over you, *

to keep you in all your ways.

12
They shall bear you in their hands, *

lest you dash your foot against a stone.

13
You shall tread upon the lion and the adder; *

you shall trample the young lion and the serpent under your feet.

14
Because he is bound to me in love,

therefore will I deliver him; *

I will protect him, because he knows my Name.

15
He shall call upon me, and I will answer him; *

I am with him in trouble;

I will rescue him and bring him to honor.

16
With long life will I satisfy him, *

and show him my salvation.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

May the God of peace, who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus, and great shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the eternal covenant, equip you with everything good that you may do his will, working in you that which is pleasing in his sight; through Jesus Christ, to whom be glory for ever and ever. Hebrews 13:20-21

Thanks be to God.

Responses

Into your hands, O Lord, I commend my spirit;

For you have redeemed me, O Lord, O God of truth.

Keep us, O Lord, as the apple of your eye;

Hide us under the shadow of your wings.

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Look down, O Lord, from your heavenly throne, and illumine this night with your celestial brightness; that by night as by day your people may glorify your holy Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Prayer

Keep watch, dear Lord, with those who work, or watch, or weep this night, and give your angels charge over those who sleep. Tend the sick, Lord Christ; give rest to the weary, bless the dying, soothe the suffering, pity the afflicted, shield the joyous; and all for your love's sake. Amen.

The Song of Simeon

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Lord, you now have set your servant free *

to go in peace as you have promised;

For these eyes of mine have seen the Savior, *

whom you have prepared for all the world to see:

A Light to enlighten the nations, *

and the glory of your people Israel.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The almighty and merciful Lord, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, bless us and keep us.

Amen.

Jump to Noonday

Thursday

Morning Prayer

Thursday in Easter Week

The Opening

Alleluia! Christ is risen.

The Lord is risen indeed. Alleluia!

Hymn: I will sing the wondrous story

I will sing the wondrous story

Of the Christ who died for me,

How he left the realms of glory

For the cross on Calvary.

Yes, I'll sing the wondrous story

Of the Christ who died for me,

Sing it with his saints in glory,

Gathered by the crystal sea.

I was lost: but Jesus found me,

Found the sheep that went astray,

Raised me up and gently led me

Back into the narrow way.

Yes, I'll sing the wondrous story

Of the Christ who died for me,

Sing it with his saints in glory,

Gathered by the crystal sea.

He will keep me till the river

Rolls its waters at my feet:

Then he'll bear me safely over,

Made by grace for glory meet.

Yes, I'll sing the wondrous story

Of the Christ who died for me,

Sing it with his saints in glory,

Gathered by the crystal sea.

Words: Francis H. Rowley

Music: Rowland H. Prichard (1830)

Tune: Hyfrydol

Confession of Sin

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned against you

in thought, word, and deed,

by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone.

We have not loved you with our whole heart;

we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,

have mercy on us and forgive us;

that we may delight in your will,

and walk in your ways,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen.

The Invitatory and Psalter

Lord, open our lips.

And our mouth shall proclaim your praise.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

Antiphon

Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed:

Come let us adore him. Alleluia.

Christ our Passover
Pascha nostrum

1 Corinthians 5:7-8; Romans 6:9-11; 1 Corinthians 15:20-22

Alleluia.

Christ our Passover has been sacrificed for us; *

therefore let us keep the feast,

Not with the old leaven, the leaven of malice and evil, *

but with the unleavened bread of sincerity and truth. Alleluia.

Christ being raised from the dead will never die again; *

death no longer has dominion over him.

The death that he died, he died to sin, once for all; *

but the life he lives, he lives to God.

So also consider yourselves dead to sin, *

and alive to God in Jesus Christ our Lord. Alleluia.

Christ has been raised from the dead, *

the first fruits of those who have fallen asleep.

For since by a man came death, *

by a man has come also the resurrection of the dead.

For as in Adam all die, *

so also in Christ shall all be made alive. Alleluia.

The Psalms Appointed

146 Lauda, anima mea
or

Coverdale

1
Hallelujah!

Praise the Lord, O my soul! *

I will praise the Lord as long as I live;

I will sing praises to my God while I have my being.

2
Put not your trust in rulers, nor in any child of earth, *

for there is no help in them.

3
When they breathe their last, they return to earth, *

and in that day their thoughts perish.

4
Happy are they who have the God of Jacob for their help! *

whose hope is in the Lord their God;

5
Who made heaven and earth, the seas, and all that is in them; *

who keeps his promise for ever;

6
Who gives justice to those who are oppressed, *

and food to those who hunger.

7
The Lord sets the prisoners free;

the Lord opens the eyes of the blind; *

the Lord lifts up those who are bowed down;

8
The Lord loves the righteous;

the Lord cares for the stranger; *

he sustains the orphan and widow,

but frustrates the way of the wicked.

9
The Lord shall reign for ever, *

your God, O Zion, throughout all generations.

Hallelujah!

147 Laudate Dominum
or

Coverdale

1
Hallelujah!

How good it is to sing praises to our God! *

how pleasant it is to honor him with praise!

2
The Lord rebuilds Jerusalem; *

he gathers the exiles of Israel.

3
He heals the brokenhearted *

and binds up their wounds.

4
He counts the number of the stars *

and calls them all by their names.

5
Great is our Lord and mighty in power; *

there is no limit to his wisdom.

6
The Lord lifts up the lowly, *

but casts the wicked to the ground.

7
Sing to the Lord with thanksgiving; *

make music to our God upon the harp.

8
He covers the heavens with clouds *

and prepares rain for the earth;

9
He makes grass to grow upon the mountains *

and green plants to serve mankind.

10
He provides food for flocks and herds *

and for the young ravens when they cry.

11
He is not impressed by the might of a horse; *

he has no pleasure in the strength of a man;

12
But the Lord has pleasure in those who fear him, *

in those who await his gracious favor.

13
Worship the Lord, O Jerusalem; *

praise your God, O Zion;

14
For he has strengthened the bars of your gates; *

he has blessed your children within you.

15
He has established peace on your borders; *

he satisfies you with the finest wheat.

16
He sends out his command to the earth, *

and his word runs very swiftly.

17
He gives snow like wool; *

he scatters hoarfrost like ashes.

18
He scatters his hail like bread crumbs; *

who can stand against his cold?

19
He sends forth his word and melts them; *

he blows with his wind, and the waters flow.

20
He declares his word to Jacob, *

his statutes and his judgments to Israel.

21
He has not done so to any other nation; *

to them he has not revealed his judgments.

Hallelujah!

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be;

world without end. Amen. Amen.

The Lessons

The First Lesson

A reading from Exodus 13:3-10

3
Moses said to the people, "Remember this day on which you came out of Egypt, out of the house of slavery, because the Lord brought you out from there by strength of hand; no leavened bread shall be eaten. 4
Today, in the month of Abib, you are going out. 5
When the Lord brings you into the land of the Canaanites, the Hittites, the Amorites, the Hivites, and the Jebusites, which he swore to your ancestors to give you, a land flowing with milk and honey, you shall keep this observance in this month. 6
Seven days you shall eat unleavened bread, and on the seventh day there shall be a festival to the Lord. 7
Unleavened bread shall be eaten for seven days; no leavened bread shall be seen in your possession, and no leaven shall be seen among you in all your territory. 8
You shall tell your child on that day, 'It is because of what the Lord did for me when I came out of Egypt.' 9
It shall serve for you as a sign on your hand and as a reminder on your forehead, so that the teaching of the Lord may be on your lips; for with a strong hand the Lord brought you out of Egypt. 10
You shall keep this ordinance at its proper time from year to year.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

8 The Song of Moses
Cantemus Domino

Exodus 15:1-6, 11-13, 17-18

I will sing to the Lord, for he is lofty and uplifted; *

the horse and its rider has he hurled into the sea.

The Lord is my strength and my refuge; *

the Lord has become my Savior.

This is my God and I will praise him, *

the God of my people and I will exalt him.

The Lord is a mighty warrior; *

Yahweh is his Name.

The chariots of Pharaoh and his army has he hurled into the sea; *

the finest of those who bear armor have been

drowned in the Red Sea.

The fathomless deep has overwhelmed them; *

they sank into the depths like a stone.

Your right hand, O Lord, is glorious in might; *

your right hand, O Lord, has overthrown the enemy.

Who can be compared with you, O Lord, among the gods? *

who is like you, glorious in holiness,

awesome in renown, and worker of wonders?

You stretched forth your right hand; *

the earth swallowed them up.

With your constant love you led the people you redeemed; *

with your might you brought them in safety to

your holy dwelling.

You will bring them in and plant them *

on the mount of your possession,

The resting-place you have made for yourself, O Lord, *

the sanctuary, O Lord, that your hand has established.

The Lord shall reign *

for ever and for ever. Amen.

The Second Lesson

A reading from 1 Corinthians 15:41-50

41
There is one glory of the sun, and another glory of the moon, and another glory of the stars; indeed, star differs from star in glory. 42
So it is with the resurrection of the dead. What is sown is perishable, what is raised is imperishable. 43
It is sown in dishonor, it is raised in glory. It is sown in weakness, it is raised in power. 44
It is sown a physical body, it is raised a spiritual body. If there is a physical body, there is also a spiritual body. 45
Thus it is written, "The first man, Adam, became a living being"; the last Adam became a life-giving spirit. 46
But it is not the spiritual that is first, but the physical, and then the spiritual. 47
The first man was from the earth, a man of dust; the second man is from heaven. 48
As was the man of dust, so are those who are of the dust; and as is the man of heaven, so are those who are of heaven. 49
Just as we have borne the image of the man of dust, we will also bear the image of the man of heaven. 50
What I am saying, brothers and sisters, is this: flesh and blood cannot inherit the kingdom of God, nor does the perishable inherit the imperishable.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

20 Glory to God
Gloria in excelsis

Glory to God in the highest,

and peace to his people on earth.

Lord God, heavenly King,

almighty God and Father,

we worship you, we give you thanks,

we praise you for your glory.

Lord Jesus Christ, only Son of the Father,

Lord God, Lamb of God,

you take away the sin of the world;

have mercy on us;

you are seated at the right hand of the Father;

receive our prayer.

For you alone are the Holy One,

you alone are the Lord,

you alone are the Most High,

Jesus Christ,

with the Holy Spirit,

in the glory of God the Father. Amen.

The Gospel

A reading from the Gospel according to Matthew 28:16-20

16
Now the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain to which Jesus had directed them. 17
When they saw him, they worshiped him; but some doubted. 18
And Jesus came and said to them, "All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. 19
Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20
and teaching them to obey everything that I have commanded you. And remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age."

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayers

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Let us pray.

Contemporary Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

The Suffrages

Save your people, Lord, and bless your inheritance;

Govern and uphold them, now and always.

Day by day we bless you;

We praise your Name for ever.

Lord, keep us from all sin today;

Have mercy on us, Lord, have mercy.

Lord, show us your love and mercy;

For we put our trust in you.

In you, Lord, is our hope;

And we shall never hope in vain.

Collect of the Day: Thursday in Easter Week

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.

A Collect for Mission

Almighty and everlasting God, by whose Spirit the whole body of your faithful people is governed and sanctified: Receive our supplications and prayers which we offer before you for all members of your holy Church, that in their vocation and ministry they may truly and devoutly serve you; through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen
.

World Cycle of Prayer

We pray for the people of Denmark.

Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

We pray for our sisters and brothers members of the United Congregational Church of Southern Africa.

A Collect for the Renewal of Life

O God, the King eternal,

whose light divides the day from the night

and turns the shadow of death into the morning:

Drive far from us all wrong desires,

incline our hearts to keep your law,

and guide our feet into the way of peace;

that, having done your will with cheerfulness while it was day,

we may, when night comes,

rejoice to give you thanks;

through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Intercessions

Let us pray now for our own needs and those of others.

Hymn: To my humble supplication

To my humble supplication

Lord, give ear and acceptation

Save thy servant, that hath none

Help nor hope but Thee alone. Amen.

Birthdays

Anniversaries

For Recovery from Sickness

For Travelers

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

For Those to be Baptized

For the Departed

Full list of prayers

For Peace Among Nations

Almighty God our heavenly Father,

guide the nations of the world

into the way of justice and truth,

and establish among them that peace

which is the fruit of righteousness,

that they may become the kingdom

of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

For Those in the Armed Forces of Our Country

Almighty God, we commend to your gracious care and keeping

all the men and women of our armed forces

at home and abroad.

Defend them day by day with your heavenly grace;

strengthen them in their trials and temptations;

give them courage to face the perils which beset them;

and grant them a sense of your abiding presence

wherever they may be;

through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For the Conservation of Natural Resources

Almighty God, in giving us

dominion over things on earth,

you made us fellow workers in your creation:

Give us wisdom and reverence

so to use the resources of nature,

that no one may suffer from our abuse of them,

and that generations yet to come

may continue to praise you for your bounty;

through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Hymn: O love, how deep

O love, how deep, how broad, how high,

Beyond all thought and fantasy,

That God, the Son of God, should take

Our mortal form for mortals' sake!

For us to wicked men betrayed,

Scourged, mocked, in crown of thorns arrayed,

He bore the shameful cross and death;

For us He gave His dying breath.

For us He rose from death again;

For us He went on high to reign;

For us He sent His Spirit here

To guide, to comfort, and to cheer.

All glory to our Lord and God

For love so deep, so high, so broad;

The Trinity whom we adore

Forever and forevermore.

Words: attributed to Thomas á Kempus, translated by Benjamin Webb

Tune: Deo Gracias

A Prayer Attributed to St. Francis

Lord, make us instruments of your peace.

Where there is hatred, let us sow love;

where there is injury, pardon;

where there is discord, union;

where there is doubt, faith;

where there is despair, hope;

where there is darkness, light;

where there is sadness, joy.

Grant that we may not so much seek to be consoled as to console;

to be understood as to understand;

to be loved as to love.

For it is in giving that we receive;

it is in pardoning that we are pardoned;

and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life. Amen.

The Ending

The General Thanksgiving

Almighty God, Father of all mercies,

we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks

for all your goodness and loving-kindness

to us and to all whom you have made.

We bless you for our creation, preservation,

and all the blessings of this life;

but above all for your immeasurable love

in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;

for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.

And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies,

that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise,

not only with our lips, but in our lives,

by giving up our selves to your service,

and by walking before you

in holiness and righteousness all our days;

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen
.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

May the God of hope fill us with all joy and peace in believing through the power of the Holy Spirit. Amen. Romans 15:13

Hymn: God Be With You

God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus' feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

An Order of Service for Noonday

The Opening

Officiant

O God, make speed to save us.

People

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Officiant and People

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

A suitable hymn may be sung.

The Psalm

Psalm 121 Levavi oculos

1
I lift up my eyes to the hills; *

from where is my help to come?

2
My help comes from the LORD, *

the maker of heaven and earth.

3
He will not let your foot be moved *

and he who watches over you will not fall asleep.

4
Behold, he who keeps watch over Israel *

shall neither slumber nor sleep;

5
The Lord himself watches over you; *

the Lord is your shade at your right hand,

6
So that the sun shall not strike you by day, *

nor the moon by night.

7
The Lord shall preserve you from all evil; *

it is he who shall keep you safe.

8
The Lord shall watch over your going out and

your coming in, *

from this time forth for evermore.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

Officiant

If anyone is in Christ he is a new creation; the old has passed away, behold the new has come. All this is from God, who through Christ reconciled us to himself and gave us the ministry of reconciliation. 2 Corinthians 5:17-18

People

Thanks be to God.

The Prayers

Officiant

Lord, have mercy.

People

Christ, have mercy.

Officiant

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant and People recite the Lord's Prayer.

Contemporary Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

Officiant

Lord, hear our prayer;

People

And let our cry come to you.

Officiant

Let us pray.

The Collect

Officiant

Blessed Savior, at this hour you hung upon the cross, stretching out your loving arms: Grant that all the peoples of the earth may look to you and be saved; for your tender mercies’ sake.

Officiant and People

Amen.

Intercessions

Free intercessions may be offered.

Officiant

In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to your, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For our Presiding Bishop, for our own Bishop(s), for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who live and work in this community, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For yours is the majesty, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, now and for ever.

Officiant and People

Amen.

The Conclusion

Officiant

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia.

People

Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

4 April

Noonday Prayer

The Psalm

Psalm 19 Caeli enarrant

1
The heavens declare the glory of God, *

and the firmament shows his handiwork.

2
One day tells its tale to another, *

and one night imparts knowledge to another.

3
Although they have no words or language, *

and their voices are not heard,

4
Their sound has gone out into all lands, *

and their message to the ends of the world.

5
In the deep has he set a pavilion for the sun; *

it comes forth like a bridegroom out of his chamber;

it rejoices like a champion to run its course.

6
It goes forth from the uttermost edge of the heavens

and runs about to the end of it again; *

nothing is hidden from its burning heat.

7
The law of the LORD is perfect and revives the soul; *

the testimony of the LORD is sure and gives wisdom to the innocent.

8
The statutes of the LORD are just and rejoice the heart; *

the commandment of the LORD is clear and gives light to the eyes.

9
The fear of the LORD is clean and endures for ever; *

the judgments of the LORD are true and righteous altogether.

10
More to be desired are they than gold, more than much fine gold, *

sweeter far than honey, than honey in the comb.

11
By them also is your servant enlightened, *

and in keeping them there is great reward.

12
Who can tell how often he offends? *

cleanse me from my secret faults.

13
Above all, keep your servant from presumptuous sins;

let them not get dominion over me; *

then shall I be whole and sound,

and innocent of a great offense.

14
Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in your sight, *

O LORD, my strength and my redeemer.

Glory to the Father,

and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

The love of God has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit that has been given to us. Romans 5:5

Thanks be to God.

Kyrie

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

The Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Lord Jesus Christ, you said to your apostles, "Peace I give to you; my peace I leave with you:" Regard not our sins, but the faith of your Church, and give to us the peace and unity of that heavenly city, where with the Father and the Holy Spirit you live and reign, now and for ever. Amen.

Intercessions

In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to your, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For our Presiding Bishop, for our own Bishop(s), for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who live and work in this community, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For yours is the majesty, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, now and for ever.

Amen.

Conclusion

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

Jump to Compline

Thursday

Evening Prayer

Thursday in Easter Week

The Opening

Opening Sentence

I will bless the Lord who gives me counsel; my heart teaches me, night after night. I have set the Lord always before me; because he is at my right hand, I shall not fall. Psalm 16:7, 8

Hymn: Now it is evening; time to cease from labour

Now it is evening; time to cease from labour,

Father, according to thy will and pleasure,

Through the night-season, have thy faithful people

Safe in thy keeping.

Far from our dwellings drive the evil spirits;

Under the shadow of thy wings protect us;

Be thou our guardian through the hours of darkness,

Strong to defend us.

Call we, ere sleeping, on the name of Jesus;

Rise we at day-break, strong to serve thee better;

Order our goings, well begun and ended,

All to thy glory.

Fountain of goodness, bless the sick and needy;

Visit the captive, solace the afflicted;

Shelter the stranger, feed your starving children;

Strengthen the dying.

Father, who neither slumberest nor sleepest,

Thou, to whom darkness is as clear as noonday,

Have us this night-time, for the sake of Jesus,

Safe in thy keeping.

Confession

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned against you

in thought, word, and deed,

by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone.

We have not loved you with our whole heart;

we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,

have mercy on us and forgive us;

that we may delight in your will,

and walk in your ways,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen.

Versicle and Response

O God, make speed to save us.

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

O Gracious Light Phos hilaron

O gracious Light,

pure brightness of the everliving Father in heaven,

O Jesus Christ, holy and blessed!

Now as we come to the setting of the sun,

and our eyes behold the vesper light,

we sing your praises, O God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

You are worthy at all times to be praised by happy voices,

O Son of God, O Giver of life,

and to be glorified through all the worlds.

The Psalms Appointed

148 Laudate Dominum
or

Coverdale

1
Hallelujah!

Praise the Lord from the heavens; *

praise him in the heights.

2
Praise him, all you angels of his; *

praise him, all his host.

3
Praise him, sun and moon; *

praise him, all you shining stars.

4
Praise him, heaven of heavens, *

and you waters above the heavens.

5
Let them praise the Name of the Lord; *

for he commanded, and they were created.

6
He made them stand fast for ever and ever; *

he gave them a law which shall not pass away.

7
Praise the Lord from the earth, *

you sea-monsters and all deeps;

8
Fire and hail, snow and fog, *

tempestuous wind, doing his will;

9
Mountains and all hills, *

fruit trees and all cedars;

10
Wild beasts and all cattle, *

creeping things and wingd birds;

11
Kings of the earth and all peoples, *

princes and all rulers of the world;

12
Young men and maidens, *

old and young together.

13
Let them praise the Name of the Lord, *

for his Name only is exalted,

his splendor is over earth and heaven.

14
He has raised up strength for his people

and praise for all his loyal servants, *

the children of Israel, a people who are near him.

Hallelujah!

149 Cantate Domino
or

Coverdale

1
Hallelujah!

Sing to the Lord a new song; *

sing his praise in the congregation of the faithful.

2
Let Israel rejoice in his Maker; *

let the children of Zion be joyful in their King.

3
Let them praise his Name in the dance; *

let them sing praise to him with timbrel and harp.

4
For the Lord takes pleasure in his people *

and adorns the poor with victory.

5
Let the faithful rejoice in triumph; *

let them be joyful on their beds.

6
Let the praises of God be in their throat *

and a two-edged sword in their hand;

7
To wreak vengeance on the nations *

and punishment on the peoples;

8
To bind their kings in chains *

and their nobles with links of iron;

9
To inflict on them the judgment decreed; *

this is glory for all his faithful people.

Hallelujah!

Gloria Patri

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Ghost:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and ever shall be.

World without end. Amen. Amen.

The Lesson

The Gospel

A reading from the Gospel according to Matthew 28:16-20

16
Now the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain to which Jesus had directed them. 17
When they saw him, they worshiped him; but some doubted. 18
And Jesus came and said to them, "All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. 19
Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20
and teaching them to obey everything that I have commanded you. And remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age."

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The Song of Mary

Luke 1:46-55

Magnificat

My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord,

my spirit rejoices in God my Savior;*

for he has looked with favor on his lowly servant.

From this day all generations will call me blessed:*

the Almighty has done great things for me,

and holy is his Name.

He has mercy on those who fear him*

in every generation.

He has shown the strength of his arm,*

he has scattered the proud in their conceit.

He has cast down the mighty from their thrones,*

and has lifted up the lowly.

He has filled the hungry with good things,*

and the rich he has sent away empty.

He has come to the help of his servant Israel,*

for he has remembered his promise of mercy,

The promise he made to our fathers,*

to Abraham and his children for ever.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Creed

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayers

The Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

The Suffrages

That this evening may be holy, good, and peaceful,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That your holy angels may lead us in paths of peace and goodwill,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That we may be pardoned and forgiven for our sins and offenses,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That there may be peace to your Church and to the whole world,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That we may depart this life in your faith and fear, and not be condemned before the great judgment seat of Christ,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That we may be bound together by your Holy Spirit in the communion of all your saints, entrusting one another and all our life to Christ,

We entreat you, O Lord.

Collect of the Day: Thursday in Easter Week

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.

For Mission

Keep watch, dear Lord, with those who work, or watch, or weep this night, and give your angels charge over those who sleep. Tend the sick, Lord Christ; give rest to the weary, bless the dying, soothe the suffering, pity the afflicted, shield the joyous; and all for your love's sake. Amen.

World Cycle of Prayer

We pray for the people of Chad
.

Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

We pray for our sisters and brothers members of the African Methodist Episcopal Church.

A Collect for Protection

O God, the life of all who live, the light of the faithful, the strength of those who labor, and the repose of the dead: We thank you for the blessings of the day that is past, and humbly ask for your protection through the coming night. Bring us in safety to the morning hours; through him who died and rose again for us, your Son our Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

Intercessions

Let us pray now for our own needs and those of others.

Hymn: To my humble supplication

To my humble supplication

Lord, give ear and acceptation

Save thy servant, that hath none

Help nor hope but Thee alone. Amen.

Birthdays

Anniversaries

For Recovery from Sickness

For Travelers

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

For Those to be Baptized

For the Departed

Full list of prayers

For Those Who Need Continuing Care

Look with mercy, O God our Father, on all persons who have become ill, weak, distressed, or isolated. Provide for them homes of dignity and peace; give them understanding helpers, and the willingness to accept help; and increase their faith and their assurance of your love. This we ask in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For the Absent

O God, whose fatherly care reaches to the uttermost parts of the earth: We humbly beseech you graciously to behold and bless whom we love, now absent from us. Defend them from all dangers of soul and body; and grant that both they and we, drawing nearer to you, may be bound together by your love in the communion of your Holy Spirit, and in the fellowship of your saints; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Hymn: Come, people of the Risen King

Come, people of the Risen King,

Who delight to bring Him praise;

Come all and tune your hearts to sing

To the Morning Star of grace.

From the shifting shadows of the Earth

We will lift our eyes to Him,

Where steady arms of mercy reach

To gather children in.

Rejoice, Rejoice! Let every tongue rejoice!

One heart, one voice; O Church of Christ, rejoice!

Come, young and old from every land--

Men and women of the faith;

Come, those with full or empty hands--

Find the riches of His grace.

Over all the world, His people sing--

Shore to shore we hear them call

The Truth that cries through every age:

'Our God is all in all!'

Rejoice, Rejoice! Let every tongue rejoice!

One heart, one voice; O Church of Christ, rejoice!

Words: Keith & Kristyn Getty & Stuart Townend

A Prayer of Self-Dedication

Almighty and eternal God,

so draw our hearts to you,

so guide our minds,

so fill our imaginations,

so control our wills,

that we may be wholly yours,

utterly dedicated unto you;

and then use us, we pray you, as you will,

and always to your glory and the welfare of your people;

through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

The Ending

The General Thanksgiving

Almighty God, Father of all mercies,

we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks

for all your goodness and loving-kindness

to us and to all whom you have made.

We bless you for our creation, preservation,

and all the blessings of this life;

but above all for your immeasurable love

in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;

for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.

And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies,

that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise,

not only with our lips, but in our lives,

by giving up our selves to your service,

and by walking before you

in holiness and righteousness all our days;

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with us all evermore. Amen. 2 Corinthians 13:14

Hymn: God Be With You

God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus' feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

4 April Compline

Opening Sentence

The Lord Almighty grant us a peaceful night and a perfect end.

Amen.

Our help is in the Name of the Lord;

The maker of heaven and earth.

Confession

Let us confess our sins to God.

Almighty God, our heavenly Father:

We have sinned against you,

through our own fault,

in thought, and word, and deed,

and in what we have left undone.

For the sake of your Son our Lord Jesus Christ,

forgive us all our offenses;

and grant that we may serve you

in newness of life,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

May the Almighty God grant us forgiveness of all our sins,and the grace and comfort of the Holy Spirit.

Amen.

Psalm 134 Ecce nunc

1
Behold now, bless the LORD, all you servants of the LORD, *

you that stand by night in the house of the LORD.

2
Lift up your hands in the holy place and bless the LORD; *

the LORD who made heaven and earth bless you out of Zion.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

Be sober, be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. Resist him, firm in your faith. 1 Peter 5:8-9a

Thanks be to God.

Responses

Into your hands, O Lord, I commend my spirit;

For you have redeemed me, O Lord, O God of truth.

Keep us, O Lord, as the apple of your eye;

Hide us under the shadow of your wings.

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Visit this place, O Lord, and drive far from it all snare of the enemy; let your holy angels dwell with us to preserve us in peace; and let your blessing be upon us always; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Prayer

O God, your unfailing providence sustains the world we live in and the life we live: Watch over those, both night and day, who work while others sleep, and grant that we may never forget that our common life depends upon each other's toil; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

The Song of Simeon

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Lord, you now have set your servant free *

to go in peace as you have promised;

For these eyes of mine have seen the Savior, *

whom you have prepared for all the world to see:

A Light to enlighten the nations, *

and the glory of your people Israel.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The almighty and merciful Lord, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, bless us and keep us.

Amen.

Jump to Noonday

Friday

Morning Prayer

Friday in Easter Week

The Opening

Alleluia! Christ is risen.

The Lord is risen indeed. Alleluia!

Hymn: Come, people of the Risen King

Come, people of the Risen King,

Who delight to bring Him praise;

Come all and tune your hearts to sing

To the Morning Star of grace.

From the shifting shadows of the Earth

We will lift our eyes to Him,

Where steady arms of mercy reach

To gather children in.

Rejoice, Rejoice! Let every tongue rejoice!

One heart, one voice; O Church of Christ, rejoice!

Come, young and old from every land--

Men and women of the faith;

Come, those with full or empty hands--

Find the riches of His grace.

Over all the world, His people sing--

Shore to shore we hear them call

The Truth that cries through every age:

'Our God is all in all!'

Rejoice, Rejoice! Let every tongue rejoice!

One heart, one voice; O Church of Christ, rejoice!

Words: Keith & Kristyn Getty & Stuart Townend

Confession of Sin

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned against you

in thought, word, and deed,

by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone.

We have not loved you with our whole heart;

we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,

have mercy on us and forgive us;

that we may delight in your will,

and walk in your ways,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen.

The Invitatory and Psalter

Lord, open our lips.

And our mouth shall proclaim your praise.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

Antiphon

Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed:

Come let us adore him. Alleluia.

Christ our Passover
Pascha nostrum

1 Corinthians 5:7-8; Romans 6:9-11; 1 Corinthians 15:20-22

Alleluia.

Christ our Passover has been sacrificed for us; *

therefore let us keep the feast,

Not with the old leaven, the leaven of malice and evil, *

but with the unleavened bread of sincerity and truth. Alleluia.

Christ being raised from the dead will never die again; *

death no longer has dominion over him.

The death that he died, he died to sin, once for all; *

but the life he lives, he lives to God.

So also consider yourselves dead to sin, *

and alive to God in Jesus Christ our Lord. Alleluia.

Christ has been raised from the dead, *

the first fruits of those who have fallen asleep.

For since by a man came death, *

by a man has come also the resurrection of the dead.

For as in Adam all die, *

so also in Christ shall all be made alive. Alleluia.

Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed:

Come let us adore him. Alleluia.

The Psalm Appointed

136 Confitemini
or

Coverdale

1
Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good, *

for his mercy endures for ever.

2
Give thanks to the God of gods, *

for his mercy endures for ever.

3
Give thanks to the Lord of lords, *

for his mercy endures for ever.

4
Who only does great wonders, *

for his mercy endures for ever;

5
Who by wisdom made the heavens, *

for his mercy endures for ever;

6
Who spread out the earth upon the waters, *

for his mercy endures for ever;

7
Who created great lights, *

for his mercy endures for ever;

8
The sun to rule the day, *

for his mercy endures for ever;

9
The moon and the stars to govern the night, *

for his mercy endures for ever.

10
Who struck down the firstborn of Egypt, *

for his mercy endures for ever;

11
And brought out Israel from among them, *

for his mercy endures for ever;

12
With a mighty hand and a stretched-out arm, *

for his mercy endures for ever;

13
Who divided the Red Sea in two, *

for his mercy endures for ever;

14
And made Israel to pass through the midst of it, *

for his mercy endures for ever;

15
But swept Pharaoh and his army into the Red Sea, *

for his mercy endures for ever;

16
Who led his people through the wilderness, *

for his mercy endures for ever.

17
Who struck down great kings, *

for his mercy endures for ever;

18
And slew mighty kings, *

for his mercy endures for ever;

19
Sihon, king of the Amorites, *

for his mercy endures for ever;

20
And Og, the king of Bashan, *

for his mercy endures for ever;

21
And gave away their lands for an inheritance, *

for his mercy endures for ever;

22
An inheritance for Israel his servant, *

for his mercy endures for ever.

23
Who remembered us in our low estate, *

for his mercy endures for ever;

24
And delivered us from our enemies, *

for his mercy endures for ever;

25
Who gives food to all creatures, *

for his mercy endures for ever.

26
Give thanks to the God of heaven, *

for his mercy endures for ever.

Gloria Patri

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Ghost:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and ever shall be.

World without end. Amen. Amen.

The Lessons

The First Lesson

A reading from Exodus 13:1-2,11-16

1
The Lord said to Moses: 2
Consecrate to me all the firstborn; whatever is the first to open the womb among the Israelites, of human beings and animals, is mine.

11
"When the Lord has brought you into the land of the Canaanites, as he swore to you and your ancestors, and has given it to you, 12
you shall set apart to the Lord all that first opens the womb. All the firstborn of your livestock that are males shall be the Lord's. 13
But every firstborn donkey you shall redeem with a sheep; if you do not redeem it, you must break its neck. Every firstborn male among your children you shall redeem. 14
When in the future your child asks you, 'What does this mean?' you shall answer, 'By strength of hand the Lord brought us out of Egypt, from the house of slavery. 15
When Pharaoh stubbornly refused to let us go, the Lord killed all the firstborn in the land of Egypt, from human firstborn to the firstborn of animals. Therefore I sacrifice to the Lord every male that first opens the womb, but every firstborn of my sons I redeem.' 16
It shall serve as a sign on your hand and as an emblem on your forehead that by strength of hand the Lord brought us out of Egypt."

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

10 The Second Song of Isaiah
Quaerite Dominum

Isaiah 55:6-1

Seek the Lord while he wills to be found; *

call upon him when he draws near.

Let the wicked forsake their ways *

and the evil ones their thoughts;

And let them turn to the Lord, and he will have compassion, *

and to our God, for he will richly pardon.

For my thoughts are not your thoughts, *

nor your ways my ways, says the Lord.

For as the heavens are higher than the earth, *

so are my ways higher than your ways,

and my thoughts than your thoughts.

For as rain and snow fall from the heavens *

and return not again, but water the earth,

Bringing forth life and giving growth, *

seed for sowing and bread for eating,

So is my word that goes forth from my mouth; *

it will not return to me empty;

But it will accomplish that which I have purposed, *

and prosper in that for which I sent it.

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Second Lesson

A reading from 1 Corinthians 15:51-58

51
Listen, I will tell you a mystery! We will not all die, but we will all be changed, 52
in a moment, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trumpet. For the trumpet will sound, and the dead will be raised imperishable, and we will be changed. 53
For this perishable body must put on imperishability, and this mortal body must put on immortality. 54
When this perishable body puts on imperishability, and this mortal body puts on immortality, then the saying that is written will be fulfilled: "Death has been swallowed up in victory." 55
"Where, O death, is your victory? Where, O death, is your sting?" 56
The sting of death is sin, and the power of sin is the law. 57
But thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.

58
Therefore, my beloved, be steadfast, immovable, always excelling in the work of the Lord, because you know that in the Lord your labor is not in vain.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

18 A Song to the Lamb
Dignus es

Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13

Splendor and honor and kingly power *

are yours by right, O Lord our God,

For you created everything that is, *

and by your will they were created and have their being;

And yours by right, O Lamb that was slain, *

for with your blood you have redeemed for God,

From every family, language, people, and nation, *

a kingdom of priests to serve our God.

And so, to him who sits upon the throne, *

and to Christ the Lamb,

Be worship and praise, dominion and splendor, *

for ever and for evermore.

The Gospel

A reading from the Gospel according to Luke 24:1-12

1
But on the first day of the week, at early dawn, they came to the tomb, taking the spices that they had prepared. 2
They found the stone rolled away from the tomb, 3
but when they went in, they did not find the body. 4
While they were perplexed about this, suddenly two men in dazzling clothes stood beside them. 5
The women were terrified and bowed their faces to the ground, but the men said to them, "Why do you look for the living among the dead? He is not here, but has risen. 6
Remember how he told you, while he was still in Galilee, 7
that the Son of Man must be handed over to sinners, and be crucified, and on the third day rise again." 8
Then they remembered his words, 9
and returning from the tomb, they told all this to the eleven and to all the rest. 10
Now it was Mary Magdalene, Joanna, Mary the mother of James, and the other women with them who told this to the apostles. 11
But these words seemed to them an idle tale, and they did not believe them. 12
But Peter got up and ran to the tomb; stooping and looking in, he saw the linen cloths by themselves; then he went home, amazed at what had happened.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayers

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Let us pray.

Contemporary Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

The Suffrages

Save your people, Lord, and bless your inheritance;

Govern and uphold them, now and always.

Day by day we bless you;

We praise your Name for ever.

Lord, keep us from all sin today;

Have mercy on us, Lord, have mercy.

Lord, show us your love and mercy;

For we put our trust in you.

In you, Lord, is our hope;

And we shall never hope in vain.

Collect of the Day: Friday in Easter Week

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 pureness of living and truth; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

A Collect for Mission

Lord Jesus Christ, you stretched out your arms of love on the hard wood of the cross that everyone might come within the reach of your saving embrace: So clothe us in your Spirit that we, reaching forth our hands in love, may bring those who do not know you to the knowledge and love of you; for the honor of your Name. Amen.

World Cycle of Prayer

We pray for the people of Djibouti.

Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

We pray for our sisters and brothers members of the Korean Christian Church in Japan.

A Collect for Fridays

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 your Son our Lord. Amen.

Intercessions

Let us pray now for our own needs and those of others.

Hymn: To my humble supplication

To my humble supplication

Lord, give ear and acceptation

Save thy servant, that hath none

Help nor hope but Thee alone. Amen.

Birthdays

Anniversaries

For Recovery from Sickness

For Travelers

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

For Those to be Baptized

For the Departed

Full list of prayers

For Our Enemies

O God, the Father of all, whose Son commanded us to love our enemies: Lead them and us from prejudice to truth; deliver them and us from hatred, cruelty, and revenge; and in your good time enable us all to stand reconciled before you; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For Social Justice

Grant, O God, that your holy and life-giving Spirit may so move every human heart, that barriers which divide us may crumble, suspicions disappear, and hatreds cease; that our divisions being healed, we may live in justice and peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For Young Persons

God our Father, you see your children growing up in an unsteady and confusing world: Show them that your ways give more life than the ways of the world, and that following you is better than chasing after selfish goals. Help them to take failure, not as a measure of their worth, but as a chance for a new start. Give them strength to hold their faith in you, and to keep alive their joy in your creation; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Hymn: Come, ye faithful

Come, ye faithful, raise the strain

Of triumphant gladness;

God hath brought His people forth

Into joy from sadness.

Now rejoice, Jerusalem,

And with true affection

Welcome in unwearied strains

Jesus' resurrection.

'Tis the spring of souls today,

Christ hath burst His prison,

And from three days' sleep in death

As a sun hath risen.

All the winter of our sins,

Long and dark, is flying

From His light, to whom we give

Laud and praise undying.

"Alleluia!" now we cry

To our King Immortal,

Who, triumphant, burst the bars

Of the tomb's dark portal;

"Alleluia!" with the Son,

God the Father praising;

"Alleluia!" yet again

To the Spirit raising.

Words: John of Damascus

Translator: J. M. Neale

Music: Sullivan

Tune: St. Kevin

A Prayer of Self-Dedication

Almighty and eternal God,

so draw our hearts to you,

so guide our minds,

so fill our imaginations,

so control our wills,

that we may be wholly yours,

utterly dedicated unto you;

and then use us, we pray you, as you will,

and always to your glory and the welfare of your people;

through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

The Ending

The General Thanksgiving

Almighty God, Father of all mercies,

we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks

for all your goodness and loving-kindness

to us and to all whom you have made.

We bless you for our creation, preservation,

and all the blessings of this life;

but above all for your immeasurable love

in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;

for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.

And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies,

that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise,

not only with our lips, but in our lives,

by giving up our selves to your service,

and by walking before you

in holiness and righteousness all our days;

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen
.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with us all evermore. Amen. 2 Corinthians 13:14

Hymn: God Be With You

God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus' feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

An Order of Service for Noonday

The Opening

Officiant

O God, make speed to save us.

People

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Officiant and People

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

A suitable hymn may be sung.

The Psalm

Psalm 126 In convertendo

1
When the Lord restored the fortunes of Zion, *

then were we like those who dream.

2
Then was our mouth filled with laughter, * a

nd our tongue with shouts of joy.

3
Then they said among the nations, *

The Lord has done great things for them.

4
The Lord has done great things for us, * a

nd we are glad indeed.

5
Restore our fortunes, O Lord, *

like the watercourses of the Negev.

6
Those who sowed with tears *

will reap with songs of joy.

7
Those who go out weeping, carrying the seed, *

will come again with joy, shouldering their sheaves.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

Officiant

From the rising of the sun to its setting my Name shall be great among the nations, and in every place incense shall be offered to my Name, and a pure offering; for my Name shall be great among the nations, says the Lord of Hosts. Malachi 1:11

People

Thanks be to God.

The Prayers

Officiant

Lord, have mercy.

People

Christ, have mercy.

Officiant

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant and People recite the Lord's Prayer.

Contemporary Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

Officiant

Lord, hear our prayer;

People

And let our cry come to you.

Officiant

Let us pray.

The Collect

Officiant

Lord Jesus Christ, you said to your apostles, Peace I give to you; my own peace I leave with you: Regard not our sins, but the faith of your Church, and give to us the peace and unity of that heavenly City, where with the Father and the Holy Spirit you live and reign, now and for ever.

Officiant and People

Amen.

Intercessions

Free intercessions may be offered.

Officiant

In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to your, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For our Presiding Bishop, for our own Bishop(s), for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who live and work in this community, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For yours is the majesty, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, now and for ever.

Officiant and People

Amen.

The Conclusion

Officiant

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia.

People

Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

5 April

Noonday Prayer

The Psalm

Psalm 67 Deus misereatur

1
May God be merciful to us and bless us, *

show us the light of his countenance and come to us.

2
Let your ways be known upon earth, *

your saving health among all nations.

3
Let the peoples praise you, O God; *

let all the peoples praise you.

4
Let the nations be glad and sing for joy, *

for you judge the peoples with equity

and guide all the nations upon earth.

5
Let the peoples praise you, O God; *

let all the peoples praise you.

6
The earth has brought forth her increase; *

may God, our own God, give us his blessing.

7
May God give us his blessing, *

and may all the ends of the earth stand in awe of him.

Glory to the Father,

and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

If anyone is in Christ he is a new creation; the old has passed away, behold the new has come. All this is from God, who through Christ reconciled us to himself and gave us the ministry of reconciliation. 2 Corinthians 5:17-18

Thanks be to God.

Kyrie

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

The Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Heavenly Father, send your Holy Spirit into our hearts, to direct and rule us according to your will, to comfort us in all our afflictions, to defend us from all error, and to lead us into all truth; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Intercessions

In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to your, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For our Presiding Bishop, for our own Bishop(s), for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who live and work in this community, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For yours is the majesty, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, now and for ever.

Amen.

Conclusion

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

Jump to Compline

Friday

Evening Prayer

Friday in Easter Week

The Opening

Opening Sentence

Seek him who made the Pleiades and Orion, and turns deep darkness into the morning, and darkens the day into night; who calls for the waters of the sea and pours them out upon the surface of the earth: The Lord is his name. Amos 5:8

Hymn: Come! live in the light!

Come! live in the light!

Shine with the joy and the love of the Lord!

We are called to be light for the kingdom,

to live in the freedom of the city of God!

We are called to act with justice.

We are called to love tenderly.

We are called to serve one another, to walk humbly with God.

Come! Open your heart!

Show your mercy to all those in fear!

We are called to be hope for the hopeless,

so all hatred and blindness will be no more!

We are called to act with justice.

We are called to love tenderly.

We are called to serve one another, to walk humbly with God.

Sing! Sing a new song!

Sing of that great day when all will be one!

God will reign and we'll walk with each other as sisters and brothers united in love!

We are called to act with justice.

We are called to love tenderly.

We are called to serve one another, to walk humbly with God.

Words and Music: David Hass

Confession

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned against you

in thought, word, and deed,

by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone.

We have not loved you with our whole heart;

we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,

have mercy on us and forgive us;

that we may delight in your will,

and walk in your ways,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen.

Versicle and Response

O God, make speed to save us.

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

O Gracious Light Phos hilaron

O gracious Light,

pure brightness of the everliving Father in heaven,

O Jesus Christ, holy and blessed!

Now as we come to the setting of the sun,

and our eyes behold the vesper light,

we sing your praises, O God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

You are worthy at all times to be praised by happy voices,

O Son of God, O Giver of life,

and to be glorified through all the worlds.

The Psalm Appointed

118 Confitemini Domino
or

Coverdale

1
Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; *

his mercy endures for ever.

2
Let Israel now proclaim, *

"His mercy endures for ever."

3
Let the house of Aaron now proclaim, *

"His mercy endures for ever."

4
Let those who fear the Lord now proclaim, *

"His mercy endures for ever."

5
I called to the Lord in my distress; *

the Lord answered by setting me free.

6
The Lord is at my side, therefore I will not fear; *

what can anyone do to me?

7
The Lord is at my side to help me; *

I will triumph over those who hate me.

8
It is better to rely on the Lord *

than to put any trust in flesh.

9
It is better to rely on the Lord *

than to put any trust in rulers.

10
All the ungodly encompass me; *

in the Name of the Lord I will repel them.

11
They hem me in, they hem me in on every side; *

in the name of the Lord I will repel them.

12
They swarm about me like bees;

they blaze like a fire of thorns; *

in the name of the Lord I will repel them.

13
I was pressed so hard that I almost fell, *

but the Lord came to my help.

14
The Lord is my strength and my song, *

and he has become my salvation.

15
There is a sound of exultation and victory *

in the tents of the righteous:

16
"The right hand of the Lord has triumphed! *

the right hand of the Lord is exalted!

the right hand of the Lord has triumphed!"

17
I shall not die, but live, *

and declare the works of the Lord.

18
The Lord has punished me sorely, *

but he did not hand me over to death.

19
Open for me the gates of righteousness; *

I will enter them;

I will offer thanks to the Lord.

20
"This is the gate of the Lord; *

he who is righteous may enter."

21
I will give thanks to you, for you answered me *

and have become my salvation.

22
The same stone which the builders rejected *

has become the chief cornerstone.

23
This is the Lord's doing, *

and it is marvelous in our eyes.

24
On this day the Lord has acted; *

we will rejoice and be glad in it.

25
Hosanna, Lord, hosanna! *

Lord, send us now success.

26
Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord; *

we bless you from the house of the Lord.

27
God is the Lord; he has shined upon us; *

form a procession with branches up to the horns of the altar.

28
"You are my God, and I will thank you; *

you are my God, and I will exalt you."

29
Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; *

his mercy endures for ever.

Gloria Patri

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Ghost:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and ever shall be.

World without end. Amen. Amen.

The Lesson

The Gospel

A reading from the Gospel according to Luke 24:1-12

1
But on the first day of the week, at early dawn, they came to the tomb, taking the spices that they had prepared. 2
They found the stone rolled away from the tomb, 3
but when they went in, they did not find the body. 4
While they were perplexed about this, suddenly two men in dazzling clothes stood beside them. 5
The women were terrified and bowed their faces to the ground, but the men said to them, "Why do you look for the living among the dead? He is not here, but has risen. 6
Remember how he told you, while he was still in Galilee, 7
that the Son of Man must be handed over to sinners, and be crucified, and on the third day rise again." 8
Then they remembered his words, 9
and returning from the tomb, they told all this to the eleven and to all the rest. 10
Now it was Mary Magdalene, Joanna, Mary the mother of James, and the other women with them who told this to the apostles. 11
But these words seemed to them an idle tale, and they did not believe them. 12
But Peter got up and ran to the tomb; stooping and looking in, he saw the linen cloths by themselves; then he went home, amazed at what had happened.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The Song of Mary

Luke 1:46-55

Magnificat

My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord,

my spirit rejoices in God my Savior;*

for he has looked with favor on his lowly servant.

From this day all generations will call me blessed:*

the Almighty has done great things for me,

and holy is his Name.

He has mercy on those who fear him*

in every generation.

He has shown the strength of his arm,*

he has scattered the proud in their conceit.

He has cast down the mighty from their thrones,*

and has lifted up the lowly.

He has filled the hungry with good things,*

and the rich he has sent away empty.

He has come to the help of his servant Israel,*

for he has remembered his promise of mercy,

The promise he made to our fathers,*

to Abraham and his children for ever.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Creed

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayers

The Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

The Suffrages

Show us your mercy, O Lord;

And grant us your salvation.

Clothe your ministers with righteousness;

Let your people sing with joy.

Give peace, O Lord, in all the world;

For only in you can we live in safety.

Lord, keep this nation under your care;

And guide us in the way of justice and truth.

Let your way be known upon earth;

Your saving health among all nations.

Let not the needy, O Lord, be forgotten;

Nor the hope of the poor be taken away.

Create in us clean hearts, O God;

And sustain us with your Holy Spirit.

Collect of the Day: Friday in Easter Week

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 pureness of living and truth; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

For Mission

O God, you have made of one blood all the peoples of the earth, and sent your blessed Son to preach peace to those who are far off and to those who are near: Grant that people everywhere may seek after you and find you; bring the nations into your fold; pour out your Spirit upon all flesh, and hasten the coming of your kingdom; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

World Cycle of Prayer

We pray for the people of Chile
.

Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

We pray for our sisters and brothers members of the African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church.

A Collect for Fridays

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 your Son our Lord. Amen.

Hymn: To my humble supplication

To my humble supplication

Lord, give ear and acceptation

Save thy servant, that hath none

Help nor hope but Thee alone. Amen.

Prayers and Intercessions

Let us pray now for our own needs and those of others.

Birthdays

Anniversaries

For Recovery from Sickness

For Travelers

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

For Those to be Baptized

For the Departed

Full list of prayers

For Clergy and People

Almighty and everlasting God, from whom cometh every good and perfect gift: Send down upon our bishops, and other clergy, and upon the congregations committed to their charge, the healthful Spirit of thy grace; and, that they may truly please thee, pour upon them the continual dew of thy blessing. Grant this, O Lord, for the honor of our Advocate and Mediator, Jesus Christ. Amen.

For the Unity of the Church

O God the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, our only Savior, the Prince of Peace: Give us grace seriously to lay to heart the great dangers we are in by our unhappy divisions; take away all hatred and prejudice, and whatever else may hinder us from godly union and concord; that, as there is but one Body and one Spirit, one hope of our calling, one Lord, one Faith, one Baptism, one God and Father of us all, so we may be all of one heart and of one soul, united in one holy bond of truth and peace, of faith and charity, and may with one mind and one mouth glorify you; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For Monastic Orders and Vocations

O Lord Jesus Christ, you became poor for our sake, that we might be made rich through your poverty: Guide and sanctify, we pray, those whom you call to follow you under the vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience, that by their prayer and service they may enrich your Church, and by their life and worship may glorify your Name; for you reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Hymn: Praise, my soul, the King of heaven

Praise, my soul, the King of Heaven;

To His feet thy tribute bring.

Ransomed, healed, restored, forgiven,

Evermore His praises sing:

Praise Him, Praise Him,

Praise Him, Praise Him,

Praise the everlasting King.

Praise Him for His grace and favor

To our fathers in distress.

Praise Him still the same as ever,

Slow to chide, and swift to bless.

Praise Him, Praise Him,

Praise Him, Praise Him,

Glorious in His faithfulness.

Fatherlike He tends and spares us;

Well our feeble frame He knows.

In His hands He gently bears us,

Rescues us from all our foes.

Praise Him, Praise Him,

Praise Him, Praise Him,

Widely yet His mercy flows.

Frail as summer's flower we flourish,

Blows the wind and it is gone;

But while mortals rise and perish

Our God lives unchanging on,

Praise Him, Praise Him,

Praise Him, Praise Him,

Praise the High Eternal One!

Angels, help us to adore Him;

Ye behold Him face to face;

Sun and moon, bow down before Him,

Dwellers all in time and space.

Praise Him, Praise Him,

Praise Him, Praise Him,

Praise with us the God of grace.

Choir: Westminster Abbey choir

Music: John Goss Words: Henry Francis Lyte

Tune: Lauda anima

A Prayer Attributed to St. Francis

Lord, make us instruments of your peace.

Where there is hatred, let us sow love;

where there is injury, pardon;

where there is discord, union;

where there is doubt, faith;

where there is despair, hope;

where there is darkness, light;

where there is sadness, joy.

Grant that we may not so much seek to be consoled as to console;

to be understood as to understand;

to be loved as to love.

For it is in giving that we receive;

it is in pardoning that we are pardoned;

and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life. Amen.

The Ending

The General Thanksgiving

Almighty God, Father of all mercies,

we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks

for all your goodness and loving-kindness

to us and to all whom you have made.

We bless you for our creation, preservation,

and all the blessings of this life;

but above all for your immeasurable love

in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;

for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.

And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies,

that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise,

not only with our lips, but in our lives,

by giving up our selves to your service,

and by walking before you

in holiness and righteousness all our days;

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with us all evermore. Amen. 2 Corinthians 13:14

Hymn: God Be With You

God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus' feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

5 April Compline

Opening Sentence

The Lord Almighty grant us a peaceful night and a perfect end.

Amen.

Our help is in the Name of the Lord;

The maker of heaven and earth.

Confession

Let us confess our sins to God.

Almighty God, our heavenly Father:

We have sinned against you,

through our own fault,

in thought, and word, and deed,

and in what we have left undone.

For the sake of your Son our Lord Jesus Christ,

forgive us all our offenses;

and grant that we may serve you

in newness of life,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

May the Almighty God grant us forgiveness of all our sins,and the grace and comfort of the Holy Spirit.

Amen.

Psalm 4 Cum invocarem

1
Answer me when I call, O God, defender of my cause; *

you set me free when I am hard-pressed;

have mercy on me and hear my prayer.

2
"You mortals, how long will you dishonor my glory; *

how long will you worship dumb idols

and run after false gods?"

3
Know that the LORD does wonders for the faithful; *

when I call upon the LORD, he will hear me.

4
Tremble, then, and do not sin; *

speak to your heart in silence upon your bed.

5
Offer the appointed sacrifices *

and put your trust in the LORD.

6
Many are saying, "Oh, that we might see better times!" *

Lift up the light of your countenance upon us, O LORD.

7
You have put gladness in my heart, *

more than when grain and wine and oil increase.

8
I lie down in peace; at once I fall asleep; *

for only you, LORD, make me dwell in safety.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

Lord, you are in the midst of us, and we are called by your Name: Do not forsake us, O Lord our God. Jeremiah 14:9,22

Thanks be to God.

Responses

Into your hands, O Lord, I commend my spirit;

For you have redeemed me, O Lord, O God of truth.

Keep us, O Lord, as the apple of your eye;

Hide us under the shadow of your wings.

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Be our light in the darkness, O Lord, and in your great mercy defend us from all perils and dangers of this night; for the love of your only Son, our Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

Prayer

Keep watch, dear Lord, with those who work, or watch, or weep this night, and give your angels charge over those who sleep. Tend the sick, Lord Christ; give rest to the weary, bless the dying, soothe the suffering, pity the afflicted, shield the joyous; and all for your love's sake. Amen.

The Song of Simeon

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Lord, you now have set your servant free *

to go in peace as you have promised;

For these eyes of mine have seen the Savior, *

whom you have prepared for all the world to see:

A Light to enlighten the nations, *

and the glory of your people Israel.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The almighty and merciful Lord, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, bless us and keep us.

Amen.

Jump to Noonday

Saturday

Morning Prayer

Saturday in Easter Week

The Opening

Alleluia! Christ is risen.

The Lord is risen indeed. Alleluia!

Hymn: From all that dwell below the skies

From all that dwell below the skies,

Let the Creator's praise arise;

Alleluia! Alleluia!

Let the Redeemer's name be sung

Through ev'ry land by ev'ry tongue.

Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!

Eternal are Thy mercies Lord;

Eternal truth attends Thy Word;

Alleluia! Alleluia!

Thy praise shall sound from shore to shore

Till suns shall rise and set no more.

Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!

Alleluia!

Singer: Scott Krippayne

Words: Issac Watts

Arrangment: Scott Krippayne, Kirk Cameron

Confession of Sin

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned against you

in thought, word, and deed,

by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone.

We have not loved you with our whole heart;

we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,

have mercy on us and forgive us;

that we may delight in your will,

and walk in your ways,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen.

The Invitatory and Psalter

Lord, open our lips.

And our mouth shall proclaim your praise.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

Antiphon

Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed:

Come let us adore him. Alleluia.

Christ our Passover
Pascha nostrum

1 Corinthians 5:7-8; Romans 6:9-11; 1 Corinthians 15:20-22

Alleluia.

Christ our Passover has been sacrificed for us; *

therefore let us keep the feast,

Not with the old leaven, the leaven of malice and evil, *

but with the unleavened bread of sincerity and truth. Alleluia.

Christ being raised from the dead will never die again; *

death no longer has dominion over him.

The death that he died, he died to sin, once for all; *

but the life he lives, he lives to God.

So also consider yourselves dead to sin, *

and alive to God in Jesus Christ our Lord. Alleluia.

Christ has been raised from the dead, *

the first fruits of those who have fallen asleep.

For since by a man came death, *

by a man has come also the resurrection of the dead.

For as in Adam all die, *

so also in Christ shall all be made alive. Alleluia.

Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed:

Come let us adore him. Alleluia.

The Psalm Appointed

145 Exaltabo te, Deus
or

Coverdale

1
I will exalt you, O God my King, *

and bless your Name for ever and ever.

2
Every day will I bless you *

and praise your Name for ever and ever.

3
Great is the Lord and greatly to be praised; *

there is no end to his greatness.

4
One generation shall praise your works to another *

and shall declare your power.

5
I will ponder the glorious splendor of your majesty *

and all your marvelous works.

6
They shall speak of the might of your wondrous acts, *

and I will tell of your greatness.

7
They shall publish the remembrance of your great goodness; *

they shall sing of your righteous deeds.

8
The Lord is gracious and full of compassion, *

slow to anger and of great kindness.

9
The Lord is loving to everyone *

and his compassion is over all his works.

10
All your works praise you, O Lord, *

and your faithful servants bless you.

11
They make known the glory of your kingdom *

and speak of your power;

12
That the peoples may know of your power *

and the glorious splendor of your kingdom.

13
Your kingdom is an everlasting kingdom; *

your dominion endures throughout all ages.

14
The Lord is faithful in all his words *

and merciful in all his deeds.

15
The Lord upholds all those who fall; *

he lifts up those who are bowed down.

16
The eyes of all wait upon you, O Lord, *

and you give them their food in due season.

17
You open wide your hand *

and satisfy the needs of every living creature.

18
The Lord is righteous in all his ways *

and loving in all his works.

19
The Lord is near to those who call upon him, *

to all who call upon him faithfully.

20
He fulfills the desire of those who fear him; *

he hears their cry and helps them.

21
The Lord preserves all those who love him, *

but he destroys all the wicked.

22
My mouth shall speak the praise of the Lord; *

let all flesh bless his holy Name for ever and ever.

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be;

world without end. Amen. Amen.

The Lessons

The First Lesson

A reading from Exodus 13:17-14:4

17
When Pharaoh let the people go, God did not lead them by way of the land of the Philistines, although that was nearer; for God thought, "If the people face war, they may change their minds and return to Egypt." 18
So God led the people by the roundabout way of the wilderness toward the Red Sea. The Israelites went up out of the land of Egypt prepared for battle. 19
And Moses took with him the bones of Joseph who had required a solemn oath of the Israelites, saying, "God will surely take notice of you, and then you must carry my bones with you from here." 20
They set out from Succoth, and camped at Etham, on the edge of the wilderness. 21
The Lord went in front of them in a pillar of cloud by day, to lead them along the way, and in a pillar of fire by night, to give them light, so that they might travel by day and by night. 22
Neither the pillar of cloud by day nor the pillar of fire by night left its place in front of the people.

1
Then the Lord said to Moses: 2
"Tell the Israelites to turn back and camp in front of Pi-hahiroth, between Migdol and the sea, in front of Baal-zephon; you shall camp opposite it, by the sea. 3
Pharaoh will say of the Israelites, 'They are wandering aimlessly in the land; the wilderness has closed in on them.' 4
I will harden Pharaoh's heart, and he will pursue them, so that I will gain glory for myself over Pharaoh and all his army; and the Egyptians shall know that I am the Lord." And they did so.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

Canticle 12

A Song of Creation

Benedicite, omnia opera Domini

Song of the Three Young Men, 35-65

Invocation

Glorify the Lord, all you works of the Lord, *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

In the firmament of his power, glorify the Lord, *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

I The Cosmic Order

Glorify the Lord, you angels and all powers of the Lord, *

O heavens and all waters above the heavens.

Sun and moon and stars of the sky, glorify the Lord, *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

Glorify the Lord, every shower of rain and fall of dew, *

all winds and fire and heat.

Winter and summer, glorify the Lord, *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

Glorify the Lord, O chill and cold, *

drops of dew and flakes of snow.

Frost and cold, ice and sleet, glorify the Lord, *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

Glorify the Lord, O nights and days, *

O shining light and enfolding dark.

Storm clouds and thunderbolts, glorify the Lord, *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

II The Earth and its Creatures

Let the earth glorify the Lord, *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

Glorify the Lord, O mountains and hills,

and all that grows upon the earth, *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

Glorify the Lord, O springs of water, seas, and streams, *

O whales and all that move in the waters.

All birds of the air, glorify the Lord, *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

Glorify the Lord, O beasts of the wild, *

and all you flocks and herds.

O men and women everywhere, glorify the Lord, *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

III The People of God

Let the people of God glorify the Lord, *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

Glorify the Lord, O priests and servants of the Lord, *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

Glorify the Lord, O spirits and souls of the righteous, *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

You that are holy and humble of heart, glorify the Lord, *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

Doxology

Let us glorify the Lord: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

In the firmament of his power, glorify the Lord, *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

The Second Lesson

A reading from 2 Corinthians 4:16-5:10

16
So we do not lose heart. Even though our outer nature is wasting away, our inner nature is being renewed day by day. 17
For this slight momentary affliction is preparing us for an eternal weight of glory beyond all measure, 18
because we look not at what can be seen but at what cannot be seen; for what can be seen is temporary, but what cannot be seen is eternal.

1
For we know that if the earthly tent we live in is destroyed, we have a building from God, a house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens. 2
For in this tent we groan, longing to be clothed with our heavenly dwelling 3
if indeed, when we have taken it off we will not be found naked. 4
For while we are still in this tent, we groan under our burden, because we wish not to be unclothed but to be further clothed, so that what is mortal may be swallowed up by life. 5
He who has prepared us for this very thing is God, who has given us the Spirit as a guarantee. 6
So we are always confident; even though we know that while we are at home in the body we are away from the Lord 7
for we walk by faith, not by sight. 8
Yes, we do have confidence, and we would rather be away from the body and at home with the Lord. 9
So whether we are at home or away, we make it our aim to please him. 10
For all of us must appear before the judgment seat of Christ, so that each may receive recompense for what has been done in the body, whether good or evil.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

19 The Song of the Redeemed
Magna et mirabilia

Revelation 15:3-4

O ruler of the universe, Lord God,

great deeds are they that you have done, *

surpassing human understanding.

Your ways are ways of righteousness and truth, *

O King of all the ages.

Who can fail to do you homage, Lord,

and sing the praises of your Name? *

for you only are the holy One.

All nations will draw near and fall down before you, *

because your just and holy works have been revealed.

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Gospel

A reading from the Gospel according to Mark 12:18-27

18
Some Sadducees, who say there is no resurrection, came to him and asked him a question, saying, 19
"Teacher, Moses wrote for us that 'if a man's brother dies, leaving a wife but no child, the man shall marry the widow and raise up children for his brother.' 20
There were seven brothers; the first married and, when he died, left no children; 21
and the second married her and died, leaving no children; and the third likewise; 22
none of the seven left children. Last of all the woman herself died. 23
In the resurrection whose wife will she be? For the seven had married her."

24
Jesus said to them, "Is not this the reason you are wrong, that you know neither the scriptures nor the power of God? 25
For when they rise from the dead, they neither marry nor are given in marriage, but are like angels in heaven. 26
And as for the dead being raised, have you not read in the book of Moses, in the story about the bush, how God said to him, 'I am the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob'? 27
He is God not of the dead, but of the living; you are quite wrong."

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayers

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Let us pray.

Contemporary Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

Suffrages

Save your people, Lord, and bless your inheritance;

Govern and uphold them, now and always.

Day by day we bless you;

We praise your Name for ever.

Lord, keep us from all sin today;

Have mercy on us, Lord, have mercy.

Lord, show us your love and mercy;

For we put our trust in you.

In you, Lord, is our hope;

And we shall never hope in vain.

Collect of the Day: Saturday in Easter Week

We thank you, heavenly Father, that you have delivered us from the dominion of sin and death and brought us into the kingdom of your Son; and we pray that, as by his death he has recalled 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
.

A Collect for Mission

Lord Jesus Christ, you stretched out your arms of love on the hard wood of the cross that everyone might come within the reach of your saving embrace: So clothe us in your Spirit that we, reaching forth our hands in love, may bring those who do not know you to the knowledge and love of you; for the honor of your Name. Amen
.

World Cycle of Prayer

We pray for the people of Dominica.

Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

We pray for our sisters and brothers members of the Methodist Church of New Zealand.

A Collect for Saturdays

Almighty God, who after the creation of the world rested from all your works and sanctified a day of rest for all your creatures: Grant that we, putting away all earthly anxieties, may be duly prepared for the service of your sanctuary, and that our rest here upon earth may be a preparation for the eternal rest promised to your people in heaven; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Intercessions

Let us pray now for our own needs and those of others.

Hymn: To my humble supplication

To my humble supplication

Lord, give ear and acceptation

Save thy servant, that hath none

Help nor hope but Thee alone. Amen.

Birthdays

Anniversaries

For Recovery from Sickness

For Travelers

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

For Those to be Baptized

For the Departed

Full list of prayers

For Joy in God's Creation

O heavenly Father, who has filled the world with beauty: Open our eyes to behold your gracious hand in all your works; that, rejoicing in your whole creation, we may learn to serve you with gladness; for the sake of him through whom all things were made, your Son Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For the Good Use of Leisure

O God, in the course of this busy life, give us times of refreshment and peace; and grant that we may so use our leisure to rebuild our bodies and renew our minds, that our spirits may be opened to the goodness of your creation; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For the Unemployed

Heavenly Father, we remember before you those who suffer want and anxiety from lack of work. Guide the people of this land so to use our public and private wealth that all may find suitable and fulfilling employment, and receive just payment for their labor; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Hymn: If ye love me

If ye love me, keep my commandments,

and I will pray the Father

That He shall give you another comforter.

That he may bide with you forever,

That he may bide with you forever.

Ev'n the Spirit of Truth

The Spirit of Truth.

Singers: Westminster Abbey Choir

Based on John 14:15-17

Composer: Thomas Tallis

A Prayer Attributed to St. Francis

Lord, make us instruments of your peace.

Where there is hatred, let us sow love;

where there is injury, pardon;

where there is discord, union;

where there is doubt, faith;

where there is despair, hope;

where there is darkness, light;

where there is sadness, joy.

Grant that we may not so much seek to be consoled as to console;

to be understood as to understand;

to be loved as to love.

For it is in giving that we receive;

it is in pardoning that we are pardoned;

and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life. Amen.

The Ending

The General Thanksgiving

Almighty God, Father of all mercies,

we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks

for all your goodness and loving-kindness

to us and to all whom you have made.

We bless you for our creation, preservation,

and all the blessings of this life;

but above all for your immeasurable love

in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;

for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.

And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies,

that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise,

not only with our lips, but in our lives,

by giving up our selves to your service,

and by walking before you

in holiness and righteousness all our days;

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen
.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Glory to God whose power, working in us, can do infinitely more than we can ask or imagine: Glory to him from generation to generation in the Church, and in Christ Jesus for ever and ever. Amen. Ephesians 3:20, 21

Hymn: God Be With You

God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus' feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

An Order of Service for Noonday

The Opening

Officiant

O God, make speed to save us.

People

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Officiant and People

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

A suitable hymn may be sung.

The Psalm

Psalm 119 Lucerna pedibus meis

105
Your word is a lantern to my feet *

and a light upon my path.

106
I have sworn and am determined *

to keep your righteous judgments.

107
I am deeply troubled; *

preserve my life, O Lord, according to your word.

108
Accept, O Lord, the willing tribute of my lips, *

and teach me your judgments.

109
My life is always in my hand, *

yet I do not forget your law.

110
The wicked have set a trap for me, *

but I have not strayed from your commandments.

111
Your decrees are my inheritance for ever; *

truly, they are the joy of my heart.

112
I have applied my heart to fulfill your statutes *

for ever and to the end.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

Officiant

The love of God has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit that has been given to us. Romans 5:5

People

Thanks be to God.

The Prayers

Officiant

Lord, have mercy.

People

Christ, have mercy.

Officiant

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant and People recite the Lord's Prayer.

Contemporary Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

Officiant

Lord, hear our prayer;

People

And let our cry come to you.

Officiant

Let us pray.

The Collect

Officiant

Heavenly Father, send your Holy Spirit into our hearts, to direct and rule us according to your will, to comfort us in all our afflictions, to defend us from all error, and to lead us into all truth; through Jesus Christ our Lord.

Officiant and People

Amen.

Intercessions

Free intercessions may be offered.

Officiant

In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to your, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For our Presiding Bishop, for our own Bishop(s), for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who live and work in this community, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For yours is the majesty, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, now and for ever.

Officiant and People

Amen.

The Conclusion

Officiant

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia.

People

Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

6 April

Noonday Prayer

The Psalm

Psalm 120 Ad Domine

1
When I was in trouble, I called to the LORD; *

I called to the LORD, and he answered me.

2
Deliver me, O LORD, from lying lips *

and from the deceitful tongue.

3
What shall be done to you, and what more besides, *

O you deceitful tongue?

4
The sharpened arrows of a warrior, *

along with hot glowing coals.

5
How hateful it is that I must lodge in Meshech *

and dwell among the tents of Kedar!

6
Too long have I had to live *

among the enemies of peace.

7
I am on the side of peace, *

but when I speak of it, they are for war.

Glory to the Father,

and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

From the rising of the sun to its setting my Name shall be great among the nations, and in every place incense shall be offered to my Name, and a pure offering; for my Name shall be great among the nations, says the Lord of Hosts. Malachi 1:11

Thanks be to God.

Kyrie

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

The Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Blessed Savior, at this hour you hung upon the cross, stretching out your loving arms: Grant that all the peoples of the earth may look to you and be saved; for your tender mercies' sake. Amen.

Intercessions

In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to your, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For our Presiding Bishop, for our own Bishop(s), for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who live and work in this community, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For yours is the majesty, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, now and for ever.

Amen.

Conclusion

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

Jump to Compline

Saturday

Evening Prayer

Saturday in Easter Week

The Opening

Opening Sentence

Jesus said, "I am the light of the world; whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life." John 8:12

Hymn: Dear Lord and Father of mankind

Dear Lord and Father of mankind,

Forgive our foolish ways;

Reclothe us in our rightful mind,

In purer lives Thy service find,

In deeper reverence, praise.

In deeper reverence, praise.

With that deep hush subduing all

Our words and works that drown

The tender whisper of Thy call,

As noiseless let Thy blessing fall

As fell Thy manna down.

As fell Thy manna down.

Drop Thy still dews of quietness,

Till all our strivings cease;

Take from our souls the strain and stress,

And let our ordered lives confess

The beauty of Thy peace.

The beauty of Thy peace.

Breathe through the heats of our desire

Thy coolness and Thy balm;

Let sense be dumb, let flesh retire;

Speak through the earthquake, wind, and fire,

O still, small voice of calm.

O still, small voice of calm.

Confession

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned against you

in thought, word, and deed,

by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone.

We have not loved you with our whole heart;

we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,

have mercy on us and forgive us;

that we may delight in your will,

and walk in your ways,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen.

Versicle and Response

O God, make speed to save us.

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

O Gracious Light Phos hilaron

O gracious Light,

pure brightness of the everliving Father in heaven,

O Jesus Christ, holy and blessed!

Now as we come to the setting of the sun,

and our eyes behold the vesper light,

we sing your praises, O God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

You are worthy at all times to be praised by happy voices,

O Son of God, O Giver of life,

and to be glorified through all the worlds.

The Psalm Appointed

104 Benedic, anima meaor

Coverdale

1
Bless the Lord, O my soul; *

O Lord my God, how excellent is your greatness!

you are clothed with majesty and splendor.

2
You wrap yourself with light as with a cloak *

and spread out the heavens like a curtain.

3
You lay the beams of your chambers in the waters above; *

you make the clouds your chariot;

you ride on the wings of the wind.

4
You make the winds your messengers *

and flames of fire your servants.

5
You have set the earth upon its foundations, *

so that it never shall move at any time.

6
You covered it with the Deep as with a mantle; *

the waters stood higher than the mountains.

7
At your rebuke they fled; *

at the voice of your thunder they hastened away.

8
They went up into the hills and down to the valleys beneath, *

to the places you had appointed for them.

9
You set the limits that they should not pass; *

they shall not again cover the earth.

10
You send the springs into the valleys; *

they flow between the mountains.

11
All the beasts of the field drink their fill from them, *

and the wild asses quench their thirst.

12
Beside them the birds of the air make their nests *

and sing among the branches.

13
You water the mountains from your dwelling on high; *

the earth is fully satisfied by the fruit of your works.

14
You make grass grow for flocks and herds *

and plants to serve mankind;

15
That they may bring forth food from the earth, *

and wine to gladden our hearts,

16
Oil to make a cheerful countenance, *

and bread to strengthen the heart.

17
The trees of the Lord are full of sap, *

the cedars of Lebanon which he planted,

18
In which the birds build their nests, *

and in whose tops the stork makes his dwelling.

19
The high hills are a refuge for the mountain goats, *

and the stony cliffs for the rock badgers.

20
You appointed the moon to mark the seasons, *

and the sun knows the time of its setting.

21
You make darkness that it may be night, *

in which all the beasts of the forest prowl.

22
The lions roar after their prey *

and seek their food from God.

23
The sun rises, and they slip away *

and lay themselves down in their dens.

24
Man goes forth to his work *

and to his labor until the evening.

25
O Lord, how manifold are your works! *

in wisdom you have made them all;

the earth is full of your creatures.

26
Yonder is the great and wide sea

with its living things too many to number, *

creatures both small and great.

27
There move the ships,

and there is that Leviathan, *

which you have made for the sport of it.

28
All of them look to you *

to give them their food in due season.

29
You give it to them; they gather it; *

you open your hand, and they are filled with good things.

30
You hide your face, and they are terrified; *

you take away their breath,

and they die and return to their dust.

31
You send forth your Spirit, and they are created; *

and so you renew the face of the earth.

32
May the glory of the Lord endure for ever; *

may the Lord rejoice in all his works.

33
He looks at the earth and it trembles; *

he touches the mountains and they smoke.

34
I will sing to the Lord as long as I live; *

I will praise my God while I have my being.

35
May these words of mine please him; *

I will rejoice in the Lord.

36
Let sinners be consumed out of the earth, *

and the wicked be no more.

37
Bless the Lord, O my soul. *

Hallelujah!

Gloria Patri

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Ghost:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and ever shall be.

World without end. Amen. Amen.

The Lesson

The Gospel

A reading from the Gospel according to Mark 12:18-27

18
Some Sadducees, who say there is no resurrection, came to him and asked him a question, saying, 19
"Teacher, Moses wrote for us that 'if a man's brother dies, leaving a wife but no child, the man shall marry the widow and raise up children for his brother.' 20
There were seven brothers; the first married and, when he died, left no children; 21
and the second married her and died, leaving no children; and the third likewise; 22
none of the seven left children. Last of all the woman herself died. 23
In the resurrection whose wife will she be? For the seven had married her."

24
Jesus said to them, "Is not this the reason you are wrong, that you know neither the scriptures nor the power of God? 25
For when they rise from the dead, they neither marry nor are given in marriage, but are like angels in heaven. 26
And as for the dead being raised, have you not read in the book of Moses, in the story about the bush, how God said to him, 'I am the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob'? 27
He is God not of the dead, but of the living; you are quite wrong."

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The Song of Mary

Luke 1:46-55

Magnificat

My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord,

my spirit rejoices in God my Savior;*

for he has looked with favor on his lowly servant.

From this day all generations will call me blessed:*

the Almighty has done great things for me,

and holy is his Name.

He has mercy on those who fear him*

in every generation.

He has shown the strength of his arm,*

he has scattered the proud in their conceit.

He has cast down the mighty from their thrones,*

and has lifted up the lowly.

He has filled the hungry with good things,*

and the rich he has sent away empty.

He has come to the help of his servant Israel,*

for he has remembered his promise of mercy,

The promise he made to our fathers,*

to Abraham and his children for ever.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Creed

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayers

The Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

The Suffrages

That this evening may be holy, good, and peaceful,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That your holy angels may lead us in paths of peace and goodwill,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That we may be pardoned and forgiven for our sins and offenses,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That there may be peace to your Church and to the whole world,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That we may depart this life in your faith and fear, and not be condemned before the great judgment seat of Christ,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That we may be bound together by your Holy Spirit in the communion of all your saints, entrusting one another and all our life to Christ,

We entreat you, O Lord.

Collect of the Day: Saturday in Easter Week

We thank you, heavenly Father, that you have delivered us from the dominion of sin and death and brought us into the kingdom of your Son; and we pray that, as by his death he has recalled 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.

For Mission

Keep watch, dear Lord, with those who work, or watch, or weep this night, and give your angels charge over those who sleep. Tend the sick, Lord Christ; give rest to the weary, bless the dying, soothe the suffering, pity the afflicted, shield the joyous; and all for your love's sake. Amen.

World Cycle of Prayer

We pray for the people of China
.

Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

We pray for our sisters and brothers members of the African Protestant Church.

A Collect for Saturdays

O God, the source of eternal light: Shed forth your unending day upon us who watch for you, that our lips may praise you, our lives may bless you, and our worship on the morrow give you glory; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Intercessions

Let us pray now for our own needs and those of others.

Hymn: To my humble supplication

To my humble supplication

Lord, give ear and acceptation

Save thy servant, that hath none

Help nor hope but Thee alone. Amen.

Birthdays

Anniversaries

For Recovery from Sickness

For Travelers

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

For Those to be Baptized

For the Departed

Full list of prayers

For Sound Government

O Lord our Governor, bless the leaders of our land, that we may be a people at peace among ourselves and a blessing to other nations of the earth.

Lord, keep this nation under your care.

To all who have executive authority and to all who have administrative authority, grant wisdom and grace in the exercise of their duties.

Give grace to your servants, O Lord.

To those who make our laws give courage, wisdom, and foresight to provide for the needs of all our people, and to fulfill our obligations in the community of nations.

Give grace to your servants, O Lord.

To the Judges and officers of our Courts give understanding and integrity, that human rights may be safeguarded and justice served.

Give grace to your servants, O Lord.

And finally, teach our people to rely on your strength and to accept their responsibilities to their fellow citizens, that they may elect trustworthy leaders and make wise decisions for the well-being of our society; that we may serve you faithfully in our generation and honor your holy Name.

For yours is the kingdom, O Lord, and you are exalted as head above all. Amen.

For Schools and Colleges

O Eternal God, bless all schools, colleges, and universities, that they may be lively centers for sound learning, new discovery, and the pursuit of wisdom; and grant that those who teach and those who learn may find you to be the source of all truth; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For the Harvest of Lands and Waters

O gracious Father, who open your hand and fills all living things: Bless the lands and waters, and multiply the harvests of the world; let your Spirit go forth, that it may renew the face of the earth; show your loving-kindness, that our land may give her increase; and save us from selfish use of what thou give, that men and women everywhere may give you thanks; through Christ our Lord. Amen.

Hymn: My Jesus, my Saviour

My Jesus, my Saviour

Lord there is none like You

All of my days I want to praise

The wonders of Your mighty love

My comfort, my shelter

Tower of refuge and strength

Let every breath, all that I am

Never cease to worship You

Shout to the Lord, all the Earth, let us sing

Power and majesty, praise to the King

Mountains bow down and the seas will roar

At the sound of Your name

I sing for joy at the work of Your hand

Forever I'll love You, forever I'll stand

Nothing compares to the promise I have

In You

My Jesus, my Saviour

Lord there is none like You

All of my days I want to praise

The wonders of Your mighty love

My comfort

(My comfort)

My shelter

(My shelter)

You're my tower of refuge and strength

Let every breath, all that I am

Never cease to worship You

Shout to the Lord, all the Earth, let us sing

Power and majesty, praise to the King

Mountains bow down and the seas will roar

At the sound of Your name

I sing for joy at the work of Your hand

Forever I'll love You, forever I'll stand (yes, I will)

Nothing compares to the promise I have

Nothing compares to the promise I have

Nothing compares to the promise I have

In You

Singer: Ruben Studdard

Words and Music: Darlene Joyce Zschech

A Prayer of Self-Dedication

Almighty and eternal God,

so draw our hearts to you,

so guide our minds,

so fill our imaginations,

so control our wills,

that we may be wholly yours,

utterly dedicated unto you;

and then use us, we pray you, as you will,

and always to your glory and the welfare of your people;

through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

The Ending

The General Thanksgiving

Almighty God, Father of all mercies,

we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks

for all your goodness and loving-kindness

to us and to all whom you have made.

We bless you for our creation, preservation,

and all the blessings of this life;

but above all for your immeasurable love

in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;

for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.

And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies,

that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise,

not only with our lips, but in our lives,

by giving up our selves to your service,

and by walking before you

in holiness and righteousness all our days;

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with us all evermore. Amen. 2 Corinthians 13:14

Hymn: God Be With You

God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus' feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

6 April Compline

Opening Sentence

The Lord Almighty grant us a peaceful night and a perfect end.

Amen.

Our help is in the Name of the Lord;

The maker of heaven and earth.

Confession

Let us confess our sins to God.

Almighty God, our heavenly Father:

We have sinned against you,

through our own fault,

in thought, and word, and deed,

and in what we have left undone.

For the sake of your Son our Lord Jesus Christ,

forgive us all our offenses;

and grant that we may serve you

in newness of life,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

May the Almighty God grant us forgiveness of all our sins,and the grace and comfort of the Holy Spirit.

Amen.

Psalm 31 In te, Domine, speravi

1
In you, O LORD, have I taken refuge;

let me never be put to shame; *

deliver me in your righteousness.

2
Incline your ear to me; *

make haste to deliver me.

3
Be my strong rock, a castle to keep me safe,

for you are my crag and my stronghold; *

for the sake of your Name, lead me and guide me.

4
Take me out of the net that they have secretly set for me, *

for you are my tower of strength.

5
Into your hands I commend my spirit, *

for you have redeemed me,

O LORD, O God of truth.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

Lord, you are in the midst of us, and we are called by your Name: Do not forsake us, O Lord our God. Jeremiah 14:9,22

Thanks be to God.

Responses

Into your hands, O Lord, I commend my spirit;

For you have redeemed me, O Lord, O God of truth.

Keep us, O Lord, as the apple of your eye;

Hide us under the shadow of your wings.

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Be present, O merciful God, and protect us through the hours of this night, so that we who are wearied by the changes and chances of this life may rest in your eternal changelessness; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Prayer

O God, your unfailing providence sustains the world we live in and the life we live: Watch over those, both night and day, who work while others sleep, and grant that we may never forget that our common life depends upon each other's toil; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

The Song of Simeon

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Lord, you now have set your servant free *

to go in peace as you have promised;

For these eyes of mine have seen the Savior, *

whom you have prepared for all the world to see:

A Light to enlighten the nations, *

and the glory of your people Israel.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The almighty and merciful Lord, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, bless us and keep us.

Amen.

Jump to Noonday

Sunday

Morning Prayer

The Opening

Opening Sentence

Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. Philippians 1:2

Hymn: When morning gilds the skies

When morning gilds the skies,

My heart awaking cries:

May Jesus Christ be praised!

Alike at work and prayer

To Jesus I repair:

May Jesus Christ be praised!

To Thee, my God above,

I cry with glowing love,

May Jesus Christ be praised!

The fairest graces spring

In hearts that ever sing,

May Jesus Christ be praised!

Confession of Sin

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned against you

in thought, word, and deed,

by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone.

We have not loved you with our whole heart;

we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,

have mercy on us and forgive us;

that we may delight in your will,

and walk in your ways,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen.

The Invitatory and Psalter

Lord, open our lips.

And our mouth shall proclaim your praise.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

Antiphon

The Spirit of the Lord renews the face of the Earth:

Come let us adore him.

Venite

Come let us sing to the Lord;*

let us shout for joy to the Rock of our salvation.

Let us come before his presence with thanksgiving*

and raise a loud shout to him with psalms.

For the Lord is a great God,*

and a great King above all gods.

In his hand are the caverns of the earth,*

and the heights of the hills are his also.

The sea is his, for he made it,*

and his hands have molded the dry land.

Come, let us bow down, and bend the knee,*

and kneel before the Lord our Maker.

For he is our God,

and we are the people of his pasture and the sheep of his hand.*

Oh, that today you would hearken to his voice!

Glory be to the Father and to the Son,

And to the Holy Spirit.

As it was in the beginning, is now,

And will be forever. Amen.

The Spirit of the Lord renews the face of the Earth:

Come let us adore him.

The Psalms Appointed

148 Laudate Dominum
or

Coverdale

1
Hallelujah!

Praise the Lord from the heavens; *

praise him in the heights.

2
Praise him, all you angels of his; *

praise him, all his host.

3
Praise him, sun and moon; *

praise him, all you shining stars.

4
Praise him, heaven of heavens, *

and you waters above the heavens.

5
Let them praise the Name of the Lord; *

for he commanded, and they were created.

6
He made them stand fast for ever and ever; *

he gave them a law which shall not pass away.

7
Praise the Lord from the earth, *

you sea-monsters and all deeps;

8
Fire and hail, snow and fog, *

tempestuous wind, doing his will;

9
Mountains and all hills, *

fruit trees and all cedars;

10
Wild beasts and all cattle, *

creeping things and wingd birds;

11
Kings of the earth and all peoples, *

princes and all rulers of the world;

12
Young men and maidens, *

old and young together.

13
Let them praise the Name of the Lord, *

for his Name only is exalted,

his splendor is over earth and heaven.

14
He has raised up strength for his people

and praise for all his loyal servants, *

the children of Israel, a people who are near him.

Hallelujah!

149 Cantate Domino
or

Coverdale

1
Hallelujah!

Sing to the Lord a new song; *

sing his praise in the congregation of the faithful.

2
Let Israel rejoice in his Maker; *

let the children of Zion be joyful in their King.

3
Let them praise his Name in the dance; *

let them sing praise to him with timbrel and harp.

4
For the Lord takes pleasure in his people *

and adorns the poor with victory.

5
Let the faithful rejoice in triumph; *

let them be joyful on their beds.

6
Let the praises of God be in their throat *

and a two-edged sword in their hand;

7
To wreak vengeance on the nations *

and punishment on the peoples;

8
To bind their kings in chains *

and their nobles with links of iron;

9
To inflict on them the judgment decreed; *

this is glory for all his faithful people.

Hallelujah!

150 Laudate Dominum
or

Coverdale

1
Hallelujah!

Praise God in his holy temple; *

praise him in the firmament of his power.

2
Praise him for his mighty acts; *

praise him for his excellent greatness.

3
Praise him with the blast of the ram's-horn; *

praise him with lyre and harp.

4
Praise him with timbrel and dance; *

praise him with strings and pipe.

5
Praise him with resounding cymbals; *

praise him with loud-clanging cymbals.

6
Let everything that has breath *

praise the Lord.

Hallelujah!

Gloria Patri

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Ghost:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and ever shall be.

World without end. Amen. Amen.

The Lessons

The First Lesson

A reading from the Book of Exodus 14:5-22

5
When the king of Egypt was told that the people had fled, the minds of Pharaoh and his officials were changed toward the people, and they said, "What have we done, letting Israel leave our service?" 6
So he had his chariot made ready, and took his army with him; 7
he took six hundred picked chariots and all the other chariots of Egypt with officers over all of them. 8
The Lord hardened the heart of Pharaoh king of Egypt and he pursued the Israelites, who were going out boldly. 9
The Egyptians pursued them, all Pharaoh's horses and chariots, his chariot drivers and his army; they overtook them camped by the sea, by Pi-hahiroth, in front of Baal-zephon.

10
As Pharaoh drew near, the Israelites looked back, and there were the Egyptians advancing on them. In great fear the Israelites cried out to the Lord. 11
They said to Moses, "Was it because there were no graves in Egypt that you have taken us away to die in the wilderness? What have you done to us, bringing us out of Egypt? 12
Is this not the very thing we told you in Egypt, 'Let us alone and let us serve the Egyptians'? For it would have been better for us to serve the Egyptians than to die in the wilderness." 13
But Moses said to the people, "Do not be afraid, stand firm, and see the deliverance that the Lord will accomplish for you today; for the Egyptians whom you see today you shall never see again. 14
The Lord will fight for you, and you have only to keep still."

15
Then the Lord said to Moses, "Why do you cry out to me? Tell the Israelites to go forward. 16
But you lift up your staff, and stretch out your hand over the sea and divide it, that the Israelites may go into the sea on dry ground. 17
Then I will harden the hearts of the Egyptians so that they will go in after them; and so I will gain glory for myself over Pharaoh and all his army, his chariots, and his chariot drivers. 18
And the Egyptians shall know that I am the Lord, when I have gained glory for myself over Pharaoh, his chariots, and his chariot drivers." 19
The angel of God who was going before the Israelite army moved and went behind them; and the pillar of cloud moved from in front of them and took its place behind them. 20
It came between the army of Egypt and the army of Israel. And so the cloud was there with the darkness, and it lit up the night; one did not come near the other all night.

21
Then Moses stretched out his hand over the sea. The Lord drove the sea back by a strong east wind all night, and turned the sea into dry land; and the waters were divided. 22
The Israelites went into the sea on dry ground, the waters forming a wall for them on their right and on their left.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

8 The Song of Moses
Cantemus Domino

Exodus 15:1-6, 11-13, 17-18

I will sing to the Lord, for he is lofty and uplifted; *

the horse and its rider has he hurled into the sea.

The Lord is my strength and my refuge; *

the Lord has become my Savior.

This is my God and I will praise him, *

the God of my people and I will exalt him.

The Lord is a mighty warrior; *

Yahweh is his Name.

The chariots of Pharaoh and his army has he hurled into the sea; *

the finest of those who bear armor have been drowned in the Red Sea.

The fathomless deep has overwhelmed them; *

they sank into the depths like a stone.

Your right hand, O Lord, is glorious in might; *

your right hand, O Lord, has overthrown the enemy.

Who can be compared with you, O Lord, among the gods? *

who is like you, glorious in holiness,

awesome in renown, and worker of wonders?

You stretched forth your right hand; *

the earth swallowed them up.

With your constant love you led the people you redeemed; *

with your might you brought them in safety to your holy dwelling.

You will bring them in and plant them *

on the mount of your possession,

The resting-place you have made for yourself, O Lord, *

the sanctuary, O Lord, that your hand has established.

The Lord shall reign *

for ever and for ever. Amen.

The Second Lesson

A reading from the First Letter of John 1:1-7

1
We declare to you what was from the beginning, what we have heard, what we have seen with our eyes, what we have looked at and touched with our hands, concerning the word of life— 2
this life was revealed, and we have seen it and testify to it, and declare to you the eternal life that was with the Father and was revealed to us— 3
we declare to you what we have seen and heard so that you also may have fellowship with us; and truly our fellowship is with the Father and with his Son Jesus Christ. 4
We are writing these things so that our joy may be complete.

5
This is the message we have heard from him and proclaim to you, that God is light and in him there is no darkness at all. 6
If we say that we have fellowship with him while we are walking in darkness, we lie and do not do what is true; 7
but if we walk in the light as he himself is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus his Son cleanses us from all sin.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

21 You are God
Te Deum laudamus

You are God: we praise you;

You are the Lord: we acclaim you;

You are the eternal Father:

All creation worships you.

To you all angels, all the powers of heaven,

Cherubim and Seraphim, sing in endless praise:

Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might,

heaven and earth are full of your glory.

The glorious company of apostles praise you.

The noble fellowship of prophets praise you.

The white-robed army of martyrs praise you.

Throughout the world the holy Church acclaims you;

Father, of majesty unbounded,

your true and only Son, worthy of all worship,

and the Holy Spirit, advocate and guide.

You, Christ, are the king of glory,

the eternal Son of the Father.

When you became man to set us free

you did not shun the Virgin's womb.

You overcame the sting of death

and opened the kingdom of heaven to all believers.

You are seated at God's right hand in glory.

We believe that you will come and be our judge.

Come then, Lord, and help your people,

bought with the price of your own blood,

and bring us with your saints

to glory everlasting.

The Gospel

A reading from the Gospel according to John 14:1-7

1
"Do not let your hearts be troubled. Believe in God, believe also in me. 2
In my Father's house there are many dwelling places. If it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you? 3
And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and will take you to myself, so that where I am, there you may be also.

4
And you know the way to the place where I am going." 5
Thomas said to him, "Lord, we do not know where you are going. How can we know the way?" 6
Jesus said to him, "I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. 7
If you know me, you will know my Father also. From now on you do know him and have seen him."

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayers

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Let us pray.

Contemporary Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

The Suffrages

Show us your mercy, O Lord;

And grant us your salvation.

Clothe your ministers with righteousness;

Let your people sing with joy.

Give peace, O Lord, in all the world;

For only in you can we live in safety.

Lord, keep this nation under your care;

And guide us in the way of justice and truth.

Let your way be known upon earth;

Your saving health among all nations.

Let not the needy, O Lord, be forgotten;

Nor the hope of the poor be taken away.

Create in us clean hearts, O God;

And sustain us with your Holy Spirit.

Collect of the Day: The Second Sunday of Easter

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.

A Collect for Sundays

O God, you make us glad with the weekly remembrance of the glorious resurrection of your Son our Lord: Give us this day such blessing through our worship of you, that the week to come may be spent in your favor; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

A Collect for Mission

Almighty and everlasting God, by whose Spirit the whole body of your faithful people is governed and sanctified: Receive our supplications and prayers which we offer before you for all members of your holy Church, that in their vocation and ministry they may truly and devoutly serve you; through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

World Cycle of Prayer

We pray for the people of The Dominican Republic
.

Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

We pray for our sisters and brothers members of the The First African Church Mission
.

Intercessions

Let us pray now for our own needs and those of others.

Hymn: To my humble supplication

To my humble supplication

Lord, give ear and acceptation

Save thy servant, that hath none

Help nor hope but Thee alone. Amen.

Birthdays

Anniversaries

For Recovery from Sickness

For Travelers

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

For Those to be Baptized

For the Departed

Full list of prayers

For the Church

Gracious Father, we pray for your holy Catholic Church. Fill it with all truth, in all truth with all peace. Where it is corrupt, purify it; where it is in error, direct it; where in any thing it is amiss, reform it. Where it is right, strengthen it; where it is in want, provide for it; where it is divided, reunite it; for the sake of Jesus Christ your Son our Savior. Amen.

For Church Musicians and Artists

O God, whom saints and angels delight to worship in heaven: Be ever present with your servants who seek through art and music to perfect the praises offered by your people on earth; and grant to them even now glimpses of your beauty, and make them worthy at length to behold it unveiled for evermore; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For Families

Almighty God, our heavenly Father, who places solitary persons in families: We commend to your continual care the homes in which your people dwell. Put far from them, we beseech you, every root of bitterness, the desire of vainglory, and the pride of life. Fill them with faith, virtue, knowledge, temperance, patience, and godliness. Knit together in constant affection those who, in marriage, have been made one flesh. Turn the hearts of the parents to the children, and the hearts of the children to the parents; and so enkindle fervent charity among us all, that we may evermore be kindly one to another; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Hymn: The Lord is my shepherd

The Lord is my shepherd I shall not want,

He maketh me to lie down in green pastures,

He leadeth me beside the still waters.

The Lord is my shepherd I shall not want,

He maketh me to lie down in green pastures,

He leadeth me beside the still waters.

Yea though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death I will fear no evil,

Yea though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death I will fear no evil,

For you are with me,

You will comfort me

For you are with me,

You will comfort me,

Comfort me.

Surely goodness and mercy,

shall follow me all the days of my life,

and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.

Forever

Forever

Forever

Forever

Singers: Elin Manahan Thomas and the choir of St. David's Catherdral, Wales

Music: Howard Goodall

A Prayer Attributed to St. Francis

Lord, make us instruments of your peace.

Where there is hatred, let us sow love;

where there is injury, pardon;

where there is discord, union;

where there is doubt, faith;

where there is despair, hope;

where there is darkness, light;

where there is sadness, joy.

Grant that we may not so much seek to be consoled as to console;

to be understood as to understand;

to be loved as to love.

For it is in giving that we receive;

it is in pardoning that we are pardoned;

and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life. Amen.

The Ending

The General Thanksgiving

Almighty God, Father of all mercies,

we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks

for all your goodness and loving-kindness

to us and to all whom you have made.

We bless you for our creation, preservation,

and all the blessings of this life;

but above all for your immeasurable love

in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;

for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.

And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies,

that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise,

not only with our lips, but in our lives,

by giving up our selves to your service,

and by walking before you

in holiness and righteousness all our days;

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with us all evermore. Amen. 2 Corinthians 13:14

Hymn: God Be With You

God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus' feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

An Order of Service for Noonday

The Opening

Officiant

O God, make speed to save us.

People

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Officiant and People

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

A suitable hymn may be sung.

The Psalm

Psalm 121 Levavi oculos

1
I lift up my eyes to the hills; *

from where is my help to come?

2
My help comes from the LORD, *

the maker of heaven and earth.

3
He will not let your foot be moved *

and he who watches over you will not fall asleep.

4
Behold, he who keeps watch over Israel *

shall neither slumber nor sleep;

5
The Lord himself watches over you; *

the Lord is your shade at your right hand,

6
So that the sun shall not strike you by day, *

nor the moon by night.

7
The Lord shall preserve you from all evil; *

it is he who shall keep you safe.

8
The Lord shall watch over your going out and

your coming in, *

from this time forth for evermore.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

Officiant

If anyone is in Christ he is a new creation; the old has passed away, behold the new has come. All this is from God, who through Christ reconciled us to himself and gave us the ministry of reconciliation. 2 Corinthians 5:17-18

People

Thanks be to God.

The Prayers

Officiant

Lord, have mercy.

People

Christ, have mercy.

Officiant

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant and People recite the Lord's Prayer.

Contemporary Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

Officiant

Lord, hear our prayer;

People

And let our cry come to you.

Officiant

Let us pray.

The Collect

Officiant

Blessed Savior, at this hour you hung upon the cross, stretching out your loving arms: Grant that all the peoples of the earth may look to you and be saved; for your tender mercies sake.

Officiant and People

Amen.

Intercessions

Free intercessions may be offered.

Officiant

In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to your, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For our Presiding Bishop, for our own Bishop(s), for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who live and work in this community, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For yours is the majesty, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, now and for ever.

Officiant and People

Amen.

The Conclusion

Officiant

Let us bless the Lord.

People

Thanks be to God.

7 April

Noonday Prayer

The Psalm

Psalm 122 Laetatus sum

1
I was glad when they said to me, *

"Let us go to the house of the LORD."

2
Now our feet are standing *

within your gates, O Jerusalem.

3
Jerusalem is built as a city *

that is at unity with itself;

4
To which the tribes go up,

the tribes of the LORD, *

the assembly of Israel,

to praise the Name of the LORD.

5
For there are the thrones of judgment, *

the thrones of the house of David.

6
Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: *

"May they prosper who love you.

7
Peace be within your walls *

and quietness within your towers.

8
For my brethren and companions' sake, *

I pray for your prosperity.

9
Because of the house of the LORD our God, *

I will seek to do you good."

Glory to the Father,

and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

The love of God has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit that has been given to us. Romans 5:5

Thanks be to God.

Kyrie

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

The Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Almighty Savior, who at noonday called your servant Saint Paul to be an apostle to the Gentiles: We pray you to illumine the world with the radiance of your glory, that all nations may come and worship you; for you live and reign for ever and ever. Amen.

Intercessions

In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to your, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For our Presiding Bishop, for our own Bishop(s), for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who live and work in this community, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For yours is the majesty, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, now and for ever.

Amen.

Conclusion

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

Jump to Compline

Sunday

Evening Prayer

The Opening

Opening Sentence

Let my prayer be set forth in your sight as incense, the lifting up of my hands as the evening sacrifice. Psalm 141:2

Hymn: Sleep my child and peace attend thee

Sleep my child and peace attend thee

All through the night

Guardian angels God will send thee

All through the night

Soft the drowsy hours are creeping

Hill and dale in slumber sleeping

I, my loving vigil keeping

All through the night

While the moon her watch is keeping

All through the night

While the weary world is sleeping

All through the night

O'er thy spirit gently stealing

Visions of delight revealing

Breathes a pure and holy feeling

All through the night

Singer: John Whitehead

Music: Ar hy d nos
(Welsh traditional)

Confession

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned against you

in thought, word, and deed,

by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone.

We have not loved you with our whole heart;

we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,

have mercy on us and forgive us;

that we may delight in your will,

and walk in your ways,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen.

Versicle and Response

O God, make speed to save us.

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

O Gracious Light Phos hilaron

O gracious Light,

pure brightness of the everliving Father in heaven,

O Jesus Christ, holy and blessed!

Now as we come to the setting of the sun,

and our eyes behold the vesper light,

we sing your praises, O God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

You are worthy at all times to be praised by happy voices,

O Son of God, O Giver of life,

and to be glorified through all the worlds.

The Psalms Appointed

111 Confitebor tibi
or

Coverdale

1
Hallelujah!

I will give thanks to the Lord with my whole heart, *

in the assembly of the upright, in the congregation.

2
Great are the deeds of the Lord! *

they are studied by all who delight in them.

3
His work is full of majesty and splendor, *

and his righteousness endures for ever.

4
He makes his marvelous works to be remembered; *

the Lord is gracious and full of compassion.

5
He gives food to those who fear him; *

he is ever mindful of his covenant.

6
He has shown his people the power of his works *

in giving them the lands of the nations.

7
The works of his hands are faithfulness and justice; *

all his commandments are sure.

8
They stand fast for ever and ever, *

because they are done in truth and equity.

9
He sent redemption to his people;

he commanded his covenant for ever; *

holy and awesome is his Name.

10
The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom; *

those who act accordingly have a good understanding;

his praise endures for ever.

112 Beatus vir
or

Coverdale

1
Hallelujah!

Happy are they who fear the Lord *

and have great delight in his commandments!

2
Their descendants will be mighty in the land; *

the generation of the upright will be blessed.

3
Wealth and riches will be in their house, *

and their righteousness will last for ever.

4
Light shines in the darkness for the upright; *

the righteous are merciful and full of compassion.

5
It is good for them to be generous in lending *

and to manage their affairs with justice.

6
For they will never be shaken; *

the righteous will be kept in everlasting remembrance.

7
They will not be afraid of any evil rumors; *

their heart is right;

they put their trust in the Lord.

8
Their heart is established and will not shrink, *

until they see their desire upon their enemies.

9
They have given freely to the poor, *

and their righteousness stands fast for ever;

they will hold up their head with honor.

10
The wicked will see it and be angry;

they will gnash their teeth and pine away; *

the desires of the wicked will perish.

113 Laudate, pueri
or

Coverdale

1
Hallelujah!

Give praise, you servants of the Lord; *

praise the Name of the Lord.

2
Let the Name of the Lord be blessed, *

from this time forth for evermore.

3
From the rising of the sun to its going down *

let the Name of the Lord be praised.

4
The Lord is high above all nations, *

and his glory above the heavens.

5
Who is like the Lord our God, who sits enthroned on high, *

but stoops to behold the heavens and the earth?

6
He takes up the weak out of the dust *

and lifts up the poor from the ashes.

7
He sets them with the princes, *

with the princes of his people.

8
He makes the woman of a childless house *

to be a joyful mother of children.

Gloria Patri

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Ghost:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and ever shall be.

World without end. Amen. Amen.

The Lesson

The Gospel

The Gospel according to John 14:1-7

1
"Do not let your hearts be troubled. Believe in God, believe also in me. 2
In my Father's house there are many dwelling places. If it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you? 3
And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and will take you to myself, so that where I am, there you may be also.

4
And you know the way to the place where I am going." 5
Thomas said to him, "Lord, we do not know where you are going. How can we know the way?" 6
Jesus said to him, "I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. 7
If you know me, you will know my Father also. From now on you do know him and have seen him."

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The Song of Mary

Luke 1:46-55

Magnificat

My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord,

my spirit rejoices in God my Savior;*

for he has looked with favor on his lowly servant.

From this day all generations will call me blessed:*

the Almighty has done great things for me,

and holy is his Name.

He has mercy on those who fear him*

in every generation.

He has shown the strength of his arm,*

he has scattered the proud in their conceit.

He has cast down the mighty from their thrones,*

and has lifted up the lowly.

He has filled the hungry with good things,*

and the rich he has sent away empty.

He has come to the help of his servant Israel,*

for he has remembered his promise of mercy,

The promise he made to our fathers,*

to Abraham and his children for ever.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Creed

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayers

The Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

The Suffrages

That this evening may be holy, good, and peaceful,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That your holy angels may lead us in paths of peace and goodwill,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That we may be pardoned and forgiven for our sins and offenses,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That there may be peace to your Church and to the whole world,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That we may depart this life in your faith and fear, and not be condemned before the great judgment seat of Christ,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That we may be bound together by your Holy Spirit in the communion of all your saints, entrusting one another and all our life to Christ,

We entreat you, O Lord.

Collect of the Day: The Second Sunday of Easter

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.

For Mission

Keep watch, dear Lord, with those who work, or watch, or weep this night, and give your angels charge over those who sleep. Tend the sick, Lord Christ; give rest to the weary, bless the dying, soothe the suffering, pity the afflicted, shield the joyous; and all for your love's sake. Amen.

World Cycle of Prayer

We pray for the people of Macao
.

Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

We pray for our sisters and brothers members of the American Baptist Churches in the USA.

A Collect for Sundays

Lord God, whose Son our Savior Jesus Christ triumphed over the powers of death and prepared for us our place in the new Jerusalem; Grant that we, who have this day given thanks for his resurrection, may praise you in that City of which he is the light, and where he lives and reigns, for ever and ever. Amen.

Intercessions

Let us pray now for our own needs and those of others.

Hymn: To my humble supplication

To my humble supplication

Lord, give ear and acceptation

Save thy servant, that hath none

Help nor hope but Thee alone. Amen.

Birthdays

Anniversaries

For Recovery from Sickness

For Travelers

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

For Those to be Baptized

For the Departed

Full list of prayers

For Courts of Justice

Lord Jesus, for our sake you were condemned as a criminal: Visit our jails and prisons with your pity and judgment. Remember all prisoners, and bring the guilty to repentance and amendment of life according to your will, and give them hope for their future. When any are held unjustly, bring them release; forgive us, and teach us to improve our justice. Remember those who work in these institutions; keep them humane and compassionate; and save them from becoming brutal or callous. And since what we do for those in prison, O Lord, we do for you, constrain us to improve their lot. All this we ask for your mercy's sake. Amen.

For Those Who Suffer for the Sake of Conscience

O God our Father, whose Son forgave his enemies while he was suffering shame and death: Strengthen those who suffer for the sake of conscience; when they are accused, save them from speaking in hate; when they are rejected, save them from bitterness; when they are imprisoned, save them from despair; and to us your servants, give grace to respect their witness and to discern the truth, that our society may be cleansed and strengthened. This we ask for the sake of Jesus Christ, our merciful and righteous Judge. Amen.

For Towns and Rural Areas

Lord Christ, when you came among us, you proclaimed the kingdom of God in villages, towns, and lonely places: Grant that your presence and power may be known throughout this land. Have mercy upon all of us who live and work in rural areas; and grant that all the people of our nation may give thanks to you for food and drink and all other bodily necessities of life, respect those who labor to produce them, and honor the land and the water from which these good things come. All this we ask in your holy Name. Amen.

Hymn: Let all the world

Let all the world in every corner sing,

my God and King!

The heavens are not too high,

his praise may thither fly,

the Earth is not too low,

his praises there may grow.

Let all the world in every corner sing,

my God, my God and King!

Let all the world in every corner sing,

my God and King!

The church with psalms must shout,

no door can keep them out;

but, above all, the heart must bear the longest part.

Let all the world in every corner sing,

my God, my God, my God and King!

Singers: The Coventry Cathedral Choir

Music: George Dyson

Conductor: Rupert Jeffcoat

Organ: Diane Bish

A Prayer Attributed to St. Francis

Lord, make us instruments of your peace.

Where there is hatred, let us sow love;

where there is injury, pardon;

where there is discord, union;

where there is doubt, faith;

where there is despair, hope;

where there is darkness, light;

where there is sadness, joy.

Grant that we may not so much seek to be consoled as to console;

to be understood as to understand;

to be loved as to love.

For it is in giving that we receive;

it is in pardoning that we are pardoned;

and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life. Amen.

The Ending

The General Thanksgiving

Almighty God, Father of all mercies,

we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks

for all your goodness and loving-kindness

to us and to all whom you have made.

We bless you for our creation, preservation,

and all the blessings of this life;

but above all for your immeasurable love

in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;

for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.

And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies,

that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise,

not only with our lips, but in our lives,

by giving up our selves to your service,

and by walking before you

in holiness and righteousness all our days;

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with us all evermore. Amen. 2 Corinthians 13:14

Hymn: God Be With You

God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus' feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

7 April Compline

Opening Sentence

The Lord Almighty grant us a peaceful night and a perfect end.

Amen.

Our help is in the Name of the Lord;

The maker of heaven and earth.

Confession

Let us confess our sins to God.

Almighty God, our heavenly Father:

We have sinned against you,

through our own fault,

in thought, and word, and deed,

and in what we have left undone.

For the sake of your Son our Lord Jesus Christ,

forgive us all our offenses;

and grant that we may serve you

in newness of life,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

May the Almighty God grant us forgiveness of all our sins,and the grace and comfort of the Holy Spirit.

Amen.

Psalm 91 Qui habitat

1
He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High, *

abides under the shadow of the Almighty.

2
He shall say to the LORD, "You are my refuge and my stronghold, *

my God in whom I put my trust."

3
He shall deliver you from the snare of the hunter *

and from the deadly pestilence.

4
He shall cover you with his pinions, and you shall find refuge under his wings; *

his faithfulness shall be a shield and buckler.

5
You shall not be afraid of any terror by night, *

nor of the arrow that flies by day;

6
Of the plague that stalks in the darkness, *

nor of the sickness that lays waste at mid-day.

7
A thousand shall fall at your side

and ten thousand at your right hand, *

but it shall not come near you.

8
Your eyes have only to behold *

to see the reward of the wicked.

9
Because you have made the LORD your refuge, *

and the Most High your habitation,

10
There shall no evil happen to you, *

neither shall any plague come near your dwelling.

11
For he shall give his angels charge over you, *

to keep you in all your ways.

12
They shall bear you in their hands, *

lest you dash your foot against a stone.

13
You shall tread upon the lion and the adder; *

you shall trample the young lion and the serpent under your feet.

14
Because he is bound to me in love,

therefore will I deliver him; *

I will protect him, because he knows my Name.

15
He shall call upon me, and I will answer him; *

I am with him in trouble;

I will rescue him and bring him to honor.

16
With long life will I satisfy him, *

and show him my salvation.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

May the God of peace, who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus, and great shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the eternal covenant, equip you with everything good that you may do his will, working in you that which is pleasing in his sight; through Jesus Christ, to whom be glory for ever and ever. Hebrews 13:20-21

Thanks be to God.

Responses

Into your hands, O Lord, I commend my spirit;

For you have redeemed me, O Lord, O God of truth.

Keep us, O Lord, as the apple of your eye;

Hide us under the shadow of your wings.

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Look down, O Lord, from your heavenly throne, and illumine this night with your celestial brightness; that by night as by day your people may glorify your holy Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Prayer

Keep watch, dear Lord, with those who work, or watch, or weep this night, and give your angels charge over those who sleep. Tend the sick, Lord Christ; give rest to the weary, bless the dying, soothe the suffering, pity the afflicted, shield the joyous; and all for your love's sake. Amen.

The Song of Simeon

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Lord, you now have set your servant free *

to go in peace as you have promised;

For these eyes of mine have seen the Savior, *

whom you have prepared for all the world to see:

A Light to enlighten the nations, *

and the glory of your people Israel.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The almighty and merciful Lord, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, bless us and keep us.

Amen.

Jump to Noonday

Monday

Morning Prayer

The Annunication (transferred)

The Opening

Opening Sentence

Send out your light and your truth, that they may lead me, and bring me to your holy hill and to your dwelling. Psalm 43:3

The angel Gabriel from heaven came

His wings as drifted snow

His eyes as flame

"All hail" said he "thou lowly maiden Mary,

Most highly favoured lady."

Gloria!

"For known a blessed mother thou shalt be,

All generations laud and honor thee,

Thy Son shall be Emanuel,

By seers foretold

Most highly favoured lady."

Gloria!

Then gentle Mary meekly bowed her head

"To me be as it pleaseth God," she said,

"My soul shall laud and magnify his holy name.

Most highly favoured lady."

Gloria!

Of her Emanuel, the Christ was born

In Bethlehem all on a Christmas morn

And Christian folk throughout the world will ever say,

"Most highly favoured lady."

Gloria!

Singers: All Angels

Music: Traditional

Words: Sabine Baring Gould

Confession of Sin

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned against you

in thought, word, and deed,

by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone.

We have not loved you with our whole heart;

we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,

have mercy on us and forgive us;

that we may delight in your will,

and walk in your ways,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen.

The Invitatory and Psalter

Lord, open our lips.

And our mouth shall proclaim your praise.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

Antiphon

The mercy of the Lord is everlasting:

Come let us adore him.

Jubilate
Psalm 100

Be joyful in the Lord, all you lands; *

serve the Lord with gladness

and come before his presence with a song.

Know this: The Lord himself is God; *

he himself has made us, and we are his;

we are his people and the sheep of his pasture.

Enter his gates with thanksgiving;

go into his courts with praise; *

give thanks to him and call upon his Name.

For the Lord is good;

his mercy is everlasting; *

and his faithfulness endures from age to age.

The mercy of the Lord is everlasting:

Come let us adore him.

The Psalms Appointed

85 Benedixisti, Domine
or

Coverdale

1
You have been gracious to your land, O Lord, *

you have restored the good fortune of Jacob.

2
You have forgiven the iniquity of your people *

and blotted out all their sins.

3
You have withdrawn all your fury *

and turned yourself from your wrathful indignation.

4
Restore us then, O God our Savior; *

let your anger depart from us.

5
Will you be displeased with us for ever? *

will you prolong your anger from age to age?

6
Will you not give us life again, *

that your people may rejoice in you?

7
Show us your mercy, O Lord, *

and grant us your salvation.

8
I will listen to what the Lord God is saying, *

for he is speaking peace to his faithful people

and to those who turn their hearts to him.

9
Truly, his salvation is very near to those who fear him, *

that his glory may dwell in our land.

10
Mercy and truth have met together; *

righteousness and peace have kissed each other.

11
Truth shall spring up from the earth, *

and righteousness shall look down from heaven.

12
The Lord will indeed grant prosperity, *

and our land will yield its increase.

13
Righteousness shall go before him, *

and peace shall be a pathway for his feet.

87 Fundamenta ejus
or

Coverdale

1
On the holy mountain stands the city he has founded; *

the Lord loves the gates of Zion

more than all the dwellings of Jacob.

2
Glorious things are spoken of you, *

O city of our God.

3
I count Egypt and Babylon among those who know me; *

behold Philistia, Tyre, and Ethiopia:

in Zion were they born.

4
Of Zion it shall be said, "Everyone was born in her, *

and the Most High himself shall sustain her."

5
The Lord will record as he enrolls the peoples, *

"These also were born there."

6
The singers and the dancers will say, *

"All my fresh springs are in you."

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be;

world without end. Amen. Amen.

The Lessons

The First Lesson

A reading from the Prophet Isaiah 52:7-12

7
How beautiful upon the mountains are the feet of the messenger who announces peace, who brings good news, who announces salvation, who says to Zion, "Your God reigns." 8
Listen! Your sentinels lift up their voices, together they sing for joy; for in plain sight they see the return of the Lord to Zion. 9
Break forth together into singing, you ruins of Jerusalem; for the Lord has comforted his people, he has redeemed Jerusalem. 10
The Lord has bared his holy arm before the eyes of all the nations; and all the ends of the earth shall see the salvation of our God. 11
Depart, depart, go out from there! Touch no unclean thing; go out from the midst of it, purify yourselves, you who carry the vessels of the Lord. 12
For you shall not go out in haste, and you shall not go in flight; for the Lord will go before you, and the God of Israel will be your rear guard.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

9 The First Song of Isaiah
Ecce, Deus

Isaiah 12:2-6

Surely, it is God who saves me; *

I will trust in him and not be afraid.

For the Lord is my stronghold and my sure defense, *

and he will be my Savior.

Therefore you shall draw water with rejoicing *

from the springs of salvation.

And on that day you shall say, *

Give thanks to the Lord and call upon his Name;

Make his deeds known among the peoples; *

see that they remember that his Name is exalted.

Sing the praises of the Lord, for he has done great things, *

and this is known in all the world.

Cry aloud, inhabitants of Zion, ring out your joy, *

for the great one in the midst of you is the Holy One of Israel.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Second Lesson

A reading from the Book of Hebrews 2:5-10

5
Now God did not subject the coming world, about which we are speaking, to angels. 6
But someone has testified somewhere, "What are human beings that you are mindful of them, or mortals, that you care for them? 7
You have made them for a little while lower than the angels; you have crowned them with glory and honor, 8
subjecting all things under their feet." Now in subjecting all things to them, God left nothing outside their control. As it is, we do not yet see everything in subjection to them, 9
but we do see Jesus, who for a little while was made lower than the angels, now crowned with glory and honor because of the suffering of death, so that by the grace of God he might taste death for everyone.

10
It was fitting that God, for whom and through whom all things exist, in bringing many children to glory, should make the pioneer of their salvation perfect through sufferings.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

19 The Song of the Redeemed
Magna et mirabilia

Revelation 15:3-4

O ruler of the universe, Lord God,

great deeds are they that you have done, *

surpassing human understanding.

Your ways are ways of righteousness and truth, *

O King of all the ages.

Who can fail to do you homage, Lord,

and sing the praises of your Name? *

for you only are the holy One.

All nations will draw near and fall down before you, *

because your just and holy works have been revealed.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayers

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Let us pray.

Contemporary Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

The Suffrages

Save your people, Lord, and bless your inheritance;

Govern and uphold them, now and always.

Day by day we bless you;

We praise your Name for ever.

Lord, keep us from all sin today;

Have mercy on us, Lord, have mercy.

Lord, show us your love and mercy;

For we put our trust in you.

In you, Lord, is our hope;

And we shall never hope in vain.

Collect of the Day: The Annunication

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 unto 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.

A Collect for Mission

O God, you have made of one blood all the peoples of the earth, and sent your blessed Son to preach peace to those who are far off and to those who are near: Grant that people everywhere may seek after you and find you; bring the nations into your fold; pour out your Spirit upon all flesh; and hasten the coming of your kingdom; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

World Cycle of Prayer

We pray for the people of East Timor
.

Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

We pray for our sisters and brothers members of the Toraja Church
.

A Collect for Peace

O God, the author of peace and lover of concord, to know you is eternal life and to serve you is perfect freedom: Defend us, your humble servants, in all assaults of our enemies; that we, surely trusting in your defense, may not fear the power of any adversaries; through the might of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

The Commemoration

In the first chapter of Luke we read how the angel Gabriel announced to Mary that she had been chosen to be the mother of the Christ, and how Mary answered, "Here I am, the handmaid of the Lord. Let it be to me as you have said." It is reasonable to suppose that Our Lord was conceived immediately after this. Accordingly, since we celebrate His birth on 25 December, we celebrate the Annunciation nine months earlier, on 25 March.

For many centuries most European countries took 25 March, not 1 January, as the day when the number of the year changed, so that 24 March 1201 was followed by 25 March 1202. If you had asked a Christian of that time why the calendar year changed so awkwardly partway through a month, he would have answered: "Today we begin a new year of the Christian era, the era which began X years ago today when God was made man, when He took upon Himself a fleshly body and human nature in the womb of the Virgin."

The following paragraph is from Chapter 14 of the book MIRACLES, by C S Lewis.

...one of those features of the Christian story which is repulsive to the modern mind. To be quite frank, we do not at all like the idea of a "chosen people". Democrats by birth and education, we should prefer to think that all nations and individuals start level in the search for God, or even that all religions are equally true. It must be admitted at once that Christianity makes no concessions to this point of view. It does not tell of a human search for God at all, but of something done by God for, to, and about Man. And the way in which it is done is selective, undemocratic, to the highest degree. After the knowledge of God had been universally lost or obscured, one man from the whole earth (Abraham) is picked out. He is separated (miserably enough, we may suppose) from his natural surroundings, sent into a strange country, and made the ancestor of a nation who are to carry the knowledge of the true God. Within this nation there is further selection: some die in the desert, some remain behind in Babylon. There is further selection still. The process grows narrower and narrower, sharpens at last into one small bright point like the head of a spear. It is a Jewish girl at her prayers. All humanity (so far as concerns its redemption) has narrowed to that.

The following quotation is from Martin Luther's sermon "On the MAGNIFICAT" (the Song of Mary, Luke 1:46-55).

"For He that is mighty hath done great things for me, and Holy is His Name." (Luke 1:49)

The "great things" are nothing less than that she became the Mother of God, in which work so many and such great good things are bestowed upon her as pass man's understanding. For on this there follows all honor, all blessedness, and her unique place in the whole of mankind, among whom she has no equal, namely, that she had a child by the Father in Heaven, and such a child.

She herself is unable to find a name for this work, it is too exceedingly great; all she can do is break out in the fervent cry: "They are great things," impossible to describe or define. Hence men have crowded all her glory into a single word, calling her the Mother of God.

No one can say anything greater of her or to her, though he had as many tongues as there are leaves on the trees, or grass in the fields, or stars in the sky, or sand by the sea. It needs to be pondered in the heart, what it means to be the Mother of God.

Luther's Works
, Vol. 21, p. 326, ed. Jaroslav Pelikan, Concordia Publishing House, 1956.

essay written by James Kiefer

Intercessions

Let us pray now for our own needs and those of others.

Hymn: To my humble supplication

To my humble supplication

Lord, give ear and acceptation

Save thy servant, that hath none

Help nor hope but Thee alone. Amen.

Birthdays

Anniversaries

For Recovery from Sickness

For Travelers

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

For Those to be Baptized

For the Departed

Full list of prayers

For All Sorts and Conditions

O God, the creator and preserver of all, we humbly beseech you for all sorts and conditions of people; that you would be pleased to make your ways known unto them, your saving health unto all nations. More especially we pray for your holy Church universal; that it may be so guided and governed by your good Spirit, that all who profess and call themselves Christians may be led into the way of truth, and hold the faith in unity of spirit, in the bond of peace, and in righteousness of life. Finally, we commend to your fatherly goodness all those who are in any ways afflicted or distressed, in mind, body, or estate; that it may please you to comfort and relieve them according to their several necessities, giving them patience under their sufferings, and a happy issue out of all their afflictions. And this we beg for Jesus Christ's sake. Amen.

For the Poor and Neglected

Almighty and most merciful God, we remember before you all poor and neglected persons whom it would be easy for us to forget: the homeless and the destitute, the old and the sick, and all who have none to care for them. Help us to heal those who are broken in body or spirit, and to turn their sorrow into joy. Grant this, Father, for the love of your Son, who for our sake became poor, Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For Those Who Live Alone

Almighty God, whose Son had nowhere to lay his head: Grant that those who live alone may not be lonely in their solitude, but that, following in his steps, they may find fulfillment in loving you and their neighbors; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Hymn: How can it be

How can it be that I am blessed

To bear a gift so tender

My soul rejoices in the LORD

The one true God my Saviour

They will surely call me blessed

From now all generations

For he has remembered me

For he has been mindful

O, rejoice!

You people Israel

Your light has come

Hallelujah

He has brought down the mighty ones

And lifted up the humble

He has helped the weak to stand

And scattered all the prideful

And He has filled the hungry

And sent the rich away

To those who fear him he has shown

A never-ending mercy

O, rejoice!

You people Israel

Your light has come

Hallelujah

Your light has come

Words and Music by Peter La Grand

A Prayer of Self-Dedication

Almighty and eternal God,

so draw our hearts to you,

so guide our minds,

so fill our imaginations,

so control our wills,

that we may be wholly yours,

utterly dedicated unto you;

and then use us, we pray you, as you will,

and always to your glory and the welfare of your people;

through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

The Ending

The General Thanksgiving

Almighty God, Father of all mercies,

we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks

for all your goodness and loving-kindness

to us and to all whom you have made.

We bless you for our creation, preservation,

and all the blessings of this life;

but above all for your immeasurable love

in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;

for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.

And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies,

that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise,

not only with our lips, but in our lives,

by giving up our selves to your service,

and by walking before you

in holiness and righteousness all our days;

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with us all evermore. Amen. 2 Corinthians 13:14

Hymn: God Be With You

God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus' feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

An Order of Service for Noonday

The Opening

Officiant

O God, make speed to save us.

People

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Officiant and People

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

A suitable hymn may be sung.

The Psalm

Psalm 126 In convertendo

1
When the Lord restored the fortunes of Zion, *

then were we like those who dream.

2
Then was our mouth filled with laughter, * a

nd our tongue with shouts of joy.

3
Then they said among the nations, *

The Lord has done great things for them.

4
The Lord has done great things for us, * a

nd we are glad indeed.

5
Restore our fortunes, O Lord, *

like the watercourses of the Negev.

6
Those who sowed with tears *

will reap with songs of joy.

7
Those who go out weeping, carrying the seed, *

will come again with joy, shouldering their sheaves.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

Officiant

From the rising of the sun to its setting my Name shall be great among the nations, and in every place incense shall be offered to my Name, and a pure offering; for my Name shall be great among the nations, says the Lord of Hosts. Malachi 1:11

People

Thanks be to God.

The Prayers

Officiant

Lord, have mercy.

People

Christ, have mercy.

Officiant

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant and People recite the Lord's Prayer.

Contemporary Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

Officiant

Lord, hear our prayer;

People

And let our cry come to you.

Officiant

Let us pray.

The Collect

Officiant

Lord Jesus Christ, you said to your apostles, Peace I give to you; my own peace I leave with you: Regard not our sins, but the faith of your Church, and give to us the peace and unity of that heavenly City, where with the Father and the Holy Spirit you live and reign, now and for ever.

Officiant and People

Amen.

Intercessions

Free intercessions may be offered.

Officiant

In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to your, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For our Presiding Bishop, for our own Bishop(s), for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who live and work in this community, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For yours is the majesty, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, now and for ever.

Officiant and People

Amen.

The Conclusion

Officiant

Let us bless the Lord.

People

Thanks be to God.

8 April

Noonday Prayer

The Psalm

Psalm 123 Ad te levavi oculos meos

1
To you I lift up my eyes, *

to you enthroned in the heavens.

2
As the eyes of servants look to the hand of their masters, *

and the eyes of a maid to the hand of her mistress,

3
So our eyes look to the LORD our God, *

until he show us his mercy.

4
Have mercy upon us, O LORD, have mercy, *

for we have had more than enough of contempt,

5
Too much of the scorn of the indolent rich, *

and of the derision of the proud.

Glory to the Father,

and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

If anyone is in Christ he is a new creation; the old has passed away, behold the new has come. All this is from God, who through Christ reconciled us to himself and gave us the ministry of reconciliation. 2 Corinthians 5:17-18

Thanks be to God.

Kyrie

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

The Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Lord Jesus Christ, you said to your apostles, "Peace I give to you; my peace I leave with you:" Regard not our sins, but the faith of your Church, and give to us the peace and unity of that heavenly city, where with the Father and the Holy Spirit you live and reign, now and for ever. Amen.

Intercessions

In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to your, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For our Presiding Bishop, for our own Bishop(s), for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who live and work in this community, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For yours is the majesty, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, now and for ever.

Amen.

Conclusion

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

Jump to Compline

Monday

Evening Prayer

The Evening of The Annunication (transferred)

The Opening

Opening Sentence

If I say, "Surely the darkness will cover me, and the light around me turn to night," darkness is not dark to you, O Lord; the night is as bright as the day; darkness and light to you are both alike. Psalm 139:10, 11

Hymn: Be Thou my Vision

Be Thou my Vision, O Lord of my heart;

Naught be all else to me, save that Thou art

Thou my best Thought, by day or by night,

Waking or sleeping, Thy presence my light.

Be Thou my Wisdom, and Thou my true Word;

I ever with Thee and Thou with me, Lord;

Thou my great Father, I Thy true son;

Thou in me dwelling, and I with Thee one.

Be Thou my battle Shield, Sword for the fight;

Be Thou my Dignity, Thou my Delight;

Thou my soul's Shelter, Thou my high Tower:

Raise Thou me heavenward, O Power of my power.

Riches I heed not, nor man's empty praise,

Thou mine Inheritance, now and always:

Thou and Thou only, first in my heart,

High King of heaven, my Treasure Thou art.

High King of heaven, my victory won,

May I reach heaven's joys, O bright heaven's Sun!

Heart of my own heart, whatever befall,

Still be my Vision, O Ruler of all.

Music: Slane
Irish ballad

Words: Irish (8thC) versified by Mary Elizabeth Byrne

Confession

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned against you

in thought, word, and deed,

by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone.

We have not loved you with our whole heart;

we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,

have mercy on us and forgive us;

that we may delight in your will,

and walk in your ways,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen.

Versicle and Response

O God, make speed to save us.

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

O Gracious Light Phos hilaron

O gracious Light,

pure brightness of the everliving Father in heaven,

O Jesus Christ, holy and blessed!

Now as we come to the setting of the sun,

and our eyes behold the vesper light,

we sing your praises, O God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

You are worthy at all times to be praised by happy voices,

O Son of God, O Giver of life,

and to be glorified through all the worlds.

The Psalms Appointed

4 Cum invocarem
or

Coverdale

1
Answer me when I call, O God, defender of my cause; *

you set me free when I am hard-pressed;

have mercy on me and hear my prayer.

2
"You mortals, how long will you dishonor my glory; *

how long will you worship dumb idols

and run after false gods?"

3
Know that the Lord does wonders for the faithful; *

when I call upon the Lord, he will hear me.

4
Tremble, then, and do not sin; *

speak to your heart in silence upon your bed.

5
Offer the appointed sacrifices *

and put your trust in the Lord.

6
Many are saying,

"Oh, that we might see better times!" *

Lift up the light of your countenance upon us, O Lord.

7
You have put gladness in my heart, *

more than when grain and wine and oil increase.

8
I lie down in peace; at once I fall asleep; *

for only you, Lord, make me dwell in safety.

7 Domine, Deus meus
or

Coverdale

1
O Lord my God, I take refuge in you; *

save and deliver me from all who pursue me;

2
Lest like a lion they tear me in pieces *

and snatch me away with none to deliver me.

3
O Lord my God, if I have done these things: *

if there is any wickedness in my hands,

4
If I have repaid my friend with evil, *

or plundered him who without cause is my enemy;

5
Then let my enemy pursue and overtake me, *

trample my life into the ground,

and lay my honor in the dust.

6
Stand up, O Lord, in your wrath; *

rise up against the fury of my enemies.

7
Awake, O my God, decree justice; *

let the assembly of the peoples gather round you.

8
Be seated on your lofty throne, O Most High; *

O Lord, judge the nations.

9
Give judgment for me according to my

righteousness, O Lord, *

and according to my innocence, O Most High.

10
Let the malice of the wicked come to an end,

but establish the righteous; *

for you test the mind and heart, O righteous God.

11
God is my shield and defense; *

he is the savior of the true in heart.

12
God is a righteous judge; *

God sits in judgment every day.

13
If they will not repent, God will whet his sword; *

he will bend his bow and make it ready.

14
He has prepared his weapons of death; *

he makes his arrows shafts of fire.

15
Look at those who are in labor with wickedness, *

who conceive evil, and give birth to a lie.

16
They dig a pit and make it deep *

and fall into the hole that they have made.

17
Their malice turns back upon their own head; *

their violence falls on their own scalp.

18
I will bear witness that the Lord is righteous; *

I will praise the Name of the Lord Most High.

Gloria Patri

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Ghost:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and ever shall be.

World without end. Amen. Amen.

The Lesson

The Old Testament Lesson

A reading from the Wisdom of Sirach 9:1-12

1
‘O God of my ancestors and Lord of mercy,

who have made all things by your word,

2
and by your wisdom have formed humankind

to have dominion over the creatures you have made,

3
and rule the world in holiness and righteousness,

and pronounce judgement in uprightness of soul,

4
give me the wisdom that sits by your throne,

and do not reject me from among your servants.

5
For I am your servant, the son of your servant-girl,

a man who is weak and short-lived,

with little understanding of judgement and laws;

6
for even one who is perfect among human beings

will be regarded as nothing without the wisdom that comes from you.

7
You have chosen me to be king of your people

and to be judge over your sons and daughters.

8
You have given command to build a temple on your holy mountain,

and an altar in the city of your habitation,

a copy of the holy tent that you prepared from the beginning.

9
With you is wisdom, she who knows your works

and was present when you made the world;

she understands what is pleasing in your sight

and what is right according to your commandments.

10
Send her forth from the holy heavens,

and from the throne of your glory send her,

that she may labour at my side,

and that I may learn what is pleasing to you.

11
For she knows and understands all things,

and she will guide me wisely in my actions

and guard me with her glory.

12
Then my works will be acceptable,

and I shall judge your people justly,

and shall be worthy of the throne of my father.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The Song of Simeon

Luke 2:29-32

Nunc dimittis

Lord, you now have set your servant free*

to go in peace as you have promised;

For these eyes of mine have seen the Savior,*

whom you have prepared for all the world to see:

A Light to enlighten the nations,*

and the glory of your people Israel.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Gospel

A reading from the Gospel according to John 1:9-14

1
The true light, which enlightens everyone, was coming into the world. 10
He was in the world, and the world came into being through him; yet the world did not know him. 11
He came to what was his own, and his own people did not accept him. 12
But to all who received him, who believed in his name, he gave power to become children of God, 13
who were born, not of blood or of the will of the flesh or of the will of man, but of God. 14
And the Word became flesh and lived among us, and we have seen his glory, the glory as of a father’s only son, full of grace and truth.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The Song of Mary

Luke 1:46-55

Magnificat

My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord,

my spirit rejoices in God my Savior;*

for he has looked with favor on his lowly servant.

From this day all generations will call me blessed:*

the Almighty has done great things for me,

and holy is his Name.

He has mercy on those who fear him*

in every generation.

He has shown the strength of his arm,*

he has scattered the proud in their conceit.

He has cast down the mighty from their thrones,*

and has lifted up the lowly.

He has filled the hungry with good things,*

and the rich he has sent away empty.

He has come to the help of his servant Israel,*

for he has remembered his promise of mercy,

The promise he made to our fathers,*

to Abraham and his children for ever.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Creed

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayers

The Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

The Suffrages

Show us your mercy, O Lord;

And grant us your salvation.

Clothe your ministers with righteousness;

Let your people sing with joy.

Give peace, O Lord, in all the world;

For only in you can we live in safety.

Lord, keep this nation under your care;

And guide us in the way of justice and truth.

Let your way be known upon earth;

Your saving health among all nations.

Let not the needy, O Lord, be forgotten;

Nor the hope of the poor be taken away.

Create in us clean hearts, O God;

And sustain us with your Holy Spirit.

Collect of the Day: The Annunication

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 unto 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.

For Mission

Lord Jesus Christ, you stretched out your arms of love on the hard wood of the cross that everyone might come within the reach of your saving embrace: So clothe us in your Spirit that we, reaching forth our hands in love, may bring those who do not know you to the knowledge and love of you; for the honor of your Name. Amen.

World Cycle of Prayer

We pray for the people of Colombia
.

Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

We pray for our sisters and brothers members of the Anglican Church in Aotearoa, New Zealand, and Polynesia.

A Collect for Peace

Most holy God, the source of all good desires, all right judgments, and all just works: Give to us, your servants, that peace which the world cannot give, so that our minds may be fixed on the doing of your will, and that we, being delivered from the fear of all enemies, may live in peace and quietness; through the mercies of Christ Jesus our Savior. Amen.

Intercessions

Let us pray now for our own needs and those of others.

Hymn: To my humble supplication

To my humble supplication

Lord, give ear and acceptation

Save thy servant, that hath none

Help nor hope but Thee alone. Amen.

Birthdays

Anniversaries

For Recovery from Sickness

For Travelers

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

For Those to be Baptized

For the Departed

Full list of prayers

For the Right Use of God's Gifts

Almighty God, whose loving hand has given us all that we possess: Grant us grace that we may honor you with our substance, and, remembering the account which we must one day give, may be faithful stewards of your bounty, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For Knowledge of God's Creation

Almighty and everlasting God, you made the universe with all its marvelous order, its atoms, worlds, and galaxies, and the infinite complexity of living creatures: Grant that, as we probe the mysteries of your creation, we may come to know you more truly, and more surely fulfill our role in your eternal purpose; in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For the Care of Children

Almighty God, heavenly Father, you have blessed us with the joy and care of children: Give us calm strength and patient wisdom as we bring them up, that we may teach them to love whatever is just and true and good, following the example of our Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

Hymn: I need Thee every hour

I need Thee every hour,

Most gracious Lord;

No tender voice like Thine

Can peace afford.

I need Thee every hour,

Stay Thou near by;

Temptations lose their power

When Thou art nigh.

I need Thee, oh, I need Thee;

Every hour I need Thee;

Oh, bless me now, my Savior!

I come to Thee.

I need Thee, oh, I need Thee;

Every hour I need Thee;

Oh, bless me now, my Savior!

I come to Thee.

I need Thee every hour,

In joy or pain;

Come quickly and abide,

Or life is in vain.

I need Thee every hour,

Most Holy One;

Oh, make me Thine indeed,

Thou blesséd Son.

I need Thee, oh, I need Thee;

Every hour I need Thee;

Oh, bless me now, my Savior!

I come to Thee.

I need Thee, oh, I need Thee;

Every hour I need Thee;

Oh, bless me now, my Savior!

Singers: Sam Robson

Words: Annie S. Hawks

Music: Robert Lowry

Tune: Need

A Prayer Attributed to St. Francis

Lord, make us instruments of your peace.

Where there is hatred, let us sow love;

where there is injury, pardon;

where there is discord, union;

where there is doubt, faith;

where there is despair, hope;

where there is darkness, light;

where there is sadness, joy.

Grant that we may not so much seek to be consoled as to console;

to be understood as to understand;

to be loved as to love.

For it is in giving that we receive;

it is in pardoning that we are pardoned;

and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life. Amen.

The Ending

The General Thanksgiving

Almighty God, Father of all mercies,

we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks

for all your goodness and loving-kindness

to us and to all whom you have made.

We bless you for our creation, preservation,

and all the blessings of this life;

but above all for your immeasurable love

in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;

for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.

And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies,

that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise,

not only with our lips, but in our lives,

by giving up our selves to your service,

and by walking before you

in holiness and righteousness all our days;

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with us all evermore. Amen. 2 Corinthians 13:14

Hymn: God Be With You

God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus' feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

8 April Compline

Opening Sentence

The Lord Almighty grant us a peaceful night and a perfect end.

Amen.

Our help is in the Name of the Lord;

The maker of heaven and earth.

Confession

Let us confess our sins to God.

Almighty God, our heavenly Father:

We have sinned against you,

through our own fault,

in thought, and word, and deed,

and in what we have left undone.

For the sake of your Son our Lord Jesus Christ,

forgive us all our offenses;

and grant that we may serve you

in newness of life,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

May the Almighty God grant us forgiveness of all our sins,and the grace and comfort of the Holy Spirit.

Amen.

Psalm 134 Ecce nunc

1
Behold now, bless the LORD, all you servants of the LORD, *

you that stand by night in the house of the LORD.

2
Lift up your hands in the holy place and bless the LORD; *

the LORD who made heaven and earth bless you out of Zion.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

Be sober, be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. Resist him, firm in your faith. 1 Peter 5:8-9a

Thanks be to God.

Responses

Into your hands, O Lord, I commend my spirit;

For you have redeemed me, O Lord, O God of truth.

Keep us, O Lord, as the apple of your eye;

Hide us under the shadow of your wings.

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Visit this place, O Lord, and drive far from it all snare of the enemy; let your holy angels dwell with us to preserve us in peace; and let your blessing be upon us always; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Prayer

We give thanks, O God, for revealing your Son Jesus Christ to us by the light of his resurrection: Grant that as we sing your glory at the close of this day, our joy may abound in the morning as we celebrate the Paschal mystery; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

The Song of Simeon

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Lord, you now have set your servant free *

to go in peace as you have promised;

For these eyes of mine have seen the Savior, *

whom you have prepared for all the world to see:

A Light to enlighten the nations, *

and the glory of your people Israel.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The almighty and merciful Lord, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, bless us and keep us.

Amen.

Jump to Noonday

Tuesday

Morning Prayer

Kamehameha and Emma

The Opening

Opening Sentence

I was glad when they said to me, "Let us go to the house of the Lord." Psalm 122:1

Hymn: Today I awake

Today I awake and God is before me.

At night, as I dreamt, God summoned the day;

For God never sleeps but patterns the morning

with slithers of gold or glory in grey.

Today I arise and Christ is beside me.

He walked through the dark to scatter new light,

Yes, Christ is alive, and beckons his people

to hope and to heal, resist and invite.

Today I affirm the Spirit within me

at worship and work, in struggle and rest.

The Spirit inspires all life which is changing

from fearing to faith, from broken to blest.

Today I enjoy the Trinity round me,

above and beneath, before and behind;

The Maker, the Son, the Spirit together

they called me to life and call me their friend.

Words and Music: John Bell

Confession of Sin

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned against you

in thought, word, and deed,

by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone.

We have not loved you with our whole heart;

we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,

have mercy on us and forgive us;

that we may delight in your will,

and walk in your ways,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen.

The Invitatory and Psalter

Lord, open our lips.

And our mouth shall proclaim your praise.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

Antiphon

The Earth is the Lord's for he made it:

Come let us adore him.

Jubilate

Be joyful in the Lord, all you lands;

serve the Lord with gladness

and come before his presence with a song.

Know this: the Lord himself is God;

he himself has made us, and we are his;

we are his people and the sheep of his pasture.

Enter his gates with thanksgiving;

go into his courts with praise;

give thanks to him and call upon his Name.

For the Lord is good;

his mercy is everlasting;

and his faithfulness endures from age to age.

The Earth is the Lord's for he made it:

Come let us adore him.

The Psalms Appointed

5 Verba mea auribus
or

Coverdale

1
Give ear to my words, O Lord; *

consider my meditation.

2
Hearken to my cry for help, my King and my God, *

for I make my prayer to you.

3
In the morning, Lord, you hear my voice; *

early in the morning I make my appeal and watch for you.

4
For you are not a God who takes pleasure in wickedness, *

and evil cannot dwell with you.

5
Braggarts cannot stand in your sight; *

you hate all those who work wickedness.

6
You destroy those who speak lies; *

the bloodthirsty and deceitful, O Lord, you abhor.

7
But as for me, through the greatness of your mercy I will

go into your house; *

I will bow down toward your holy temple in awe of you.

8
Lead me, O Lord, in your righteousness,

because of those who lie in wait for me; *

make your way straight before me.

9
For there is no truth in their mouth; *

there is destruction in their heart;

10
Their throat is an open grave; *

they flatter with their tongue.

11
Declare them guilty, O God; *

let them fall, because of their schemes.

12
Because of their many transgressions cast them out, *

for they have rebelled against you.

13
But all who take refuge in you will be glad; *

they will sing out their joy for ever.

14
You will shelter them, *

so that those who love your Name may exult in you.

15
For you, O Lord, will bless the righteous; *

you will defend them with your favor as with a shield.

6 Domine, ne in furore
or

Coverdale

1
Lord, do not rebuke me in your anger; *

do not punish me in your wrath.

2
Have pity on me, Lord, for I am weak; *

heal me, Lord, for my bones are racked.

3
My spirit shakes with terror; *

how long, O Lord, how long?

4
Turn, O Lord, and deliver me; *

save me for your mercy's sake.

5
For in death no one remembers you; *

and who will give you thanks in the grave?

6
I grow weary because of my groaning; *

every night I drench my bed

and flood my couch with tears.

7
My eyes are wasted with grief *

and worn away because of all my enemies.

8
Depart from me, all evildoers, *

for the Lord has heard the sound of my weeping.

9
The Lord has heard my supplication; *

the Lord accepts my prayer.

10
All my enemies shall be confounded and quake with fear; *

they shall turn back and suddenly be put to shame.

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be;

world without end. Amen. Amen.

The Lessons

The First Lesson

A reading from the Book of Exodus 15:1-21

1
Then Moses and the Israelites sang this song to the Lord: "I will sing to the Lord, for he has triumphed gloriously; horse and rider he has thrown into the sea. 2
The Lord is my strength and my might, and he has become my salvation; this is my God, and I will praise him, my father's God, and I will exalt him. 3
The Lord is a warrior; the Lord is his name. 4
"Pharaoh's chariots and his army he cast into the sea; his picked officers were sunk in the Red Sea. 5
The floods covered them; they went down into the depths like a stone. 6
Your right hand, O Lord, glorious in power— your right hand, O Lord, shattered the enemy. 7
In the greatness of your majesty you overthrew your adversaries; you sent out your fury, it consumed them like stubble. 8
At the blast of your nostrils the waters piled up, the floods stood up in a heap; the deeps congealed in the heart of the sea. 9
The enemy said, 'I will pursue, I will overtake, I will divide the spoil, my desire shall have its fill of them. I will draw my sword, my hand shall destroy them.' 10
You blew with your wind, the sea covered them; they sank like lead in the mighty waters. 11
"Who is like you, O Lord, among the gods? Who is like you, majestic in holiness, awesome in splendor, doing wonders? 12
You stretched out your right hand, the earth swallowed them. 13
"In your steadfast love you led the people whom you redeemed; you guided them by your strength to your holy abode. 14
The peoples heard, they trembled; pangs seized the inhabitants of Philistia. 15
Then the chiefs of Edom were dismayed; trembling seized the leaders of Moab; all the inhabitants of Canaan melted away. 16
Terror and dread fell upon them; by the might of your arm, they became still as a stone until your people, O Lord, passed by, until the people whom you acquired passed by. 17
You brought them in and planted them on the mountain of your own possession, the place, O Lord, that you made your abode, the sanctuary, O Lord, that your hands have established. 18
The Lord will reign forever and ever." 19
When the horses of Pharaoh with his chariots and his chariot drivers went into the sea, the Lord brought back the waters of the sea upon them; but the Israelites walked through the sea on dry ground. 20
Then the prophet Miriam, Aaron's sister, took a tambourine in her hand; and all the women went out after her with tambourines and with dancing. 21
And Miriam sang to them: "Sing to the Lord, for he has triumphed gloriously; horse and rider he has thrown into the sea."

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

13 A Song of Praise
Benedictus es, Domine

Song of the Three Young Men, 29-34

Glory to you, Lord God of our fathers; *

you are worthy of praise; glory to you.

Glory to you for the radiance of your holy Name; *

we will praise you and highly exalt you for ever.

Glory to you in the splendor of your temple; *

on the throne of your majesty, glory to you.

Glory to you, seated between the Cherubim; *

we will praise you and highly exalt you for ever.

Glory to you, beholding the depths; *

in the high vault of heaven, glory to you.

Glory to you, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; *

we will praise you and highly exalt you for ever.

The Second Lesson

A reading from the First Letter of Peter 1:13-25

13
Therefore prepare your minds for action; discipline yourselves; set all your hope on the grace that Jesus Christ will bring you when he is revealed. 14
Like obedient children, do not be conformed to the desires that you formerly had in ignorance. 15
Instead, as he who called you is holy, be holy yourselves in all your conduct; 16
for it is written, "You shall be holy, for I am holy." 17
If you invoke as Father the one who judges all people impartially according to their deeds, live in reverent fear during the time of your exile. 18
You know that you were ransomed from the futile ways inherited from your ancestors, not with perishable things like silver or gold, 19
but with the precious blood of Christ, like that of a lamb without defect or blemish. 20
He was destined before the foundation of the world, but was revealed at the end of the ages for your sake. 21
Through him you have come to trust in God, who raised him from the dead and gave him glory, so that your faith and hope are set on God. 22
Now that you have purified your souls by your obedience to the truth so that you have genuine mutual love, love one another deeply from the heart. 23
You have been born anew, not of perishable but of imperishable seed, through the living and enduring word of God.

24
For "All flesh is like grass and all its glory like the flower of grass. The grass withers, and the flower falls, 25
but the word of the Lord endures forever." That word is the good news that was announced to you.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

18 A Song to the Lamb
Dignus es

Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13

Splendor and honor and kingly power *

are yours by right, O Lord our God,

For you created everything that is, *

and by your will they were created and have their being;

And yours by right, O Lamb that was slain, *

for with your blood you have redeemed for God,

From every family, language, people, and nation, *

a kingdom of priests to serve our God.

And so, to him who sits upon the throne, *

and to Christ the Lamb,

Be worship and praise, dominion and splendor, *

for ever and for evermore.

The Gospel

A reading from the Gospel according to John 14:18-31

18
"I will not leave you orphaned; I am coming to you. 19
In a little while the world will no longer see me, but you will see me; because I live, you also will live. 20
On that day you will know that I am in my Father, and you in me, and I in you. 21
They who have my commandments and keep them are those who love me; and those who love me will be loved by my Father, and I will love them and reveal myself to them." 22
Judas (not Iscariot) said to him, "Lord, how is it that you will reveal yourself to us, and not to the world?" 23
Jesus answered him, "Those who love me will keep my word, and my Father will love them, and we will come to them and make our home with them. 24
Whoever does not love me does not keep my words; and the word that you hear is not mine, but is from the Father who sent me.

25
"I have said these things to you while I am still with you. 26
But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you everything, and remind you of all that I have said to you. 27
Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled, and do not let them be afraid.

28
You heard me say to you, 'I am going away, and I am coming to you.' If you loved me, you would rejoice that I am going to the Father, because the Father is greater than I. 29
And now I have told you this before it occurs, so that when it does occur, you may believe. 30
I will no longer talk much with you, for the ruler of this world is coming. He has no power over me; 31
but I do as the Father has commanded me, so that the world may know that I love the Father. Rise, let us be on our way.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayers

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Let us pray.

Contemporary Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

The Suffrages

Show us your mercy, O Lord;

And grant us your salvation.

Clothe your ministers with righteousness;

Let your people sing with joy.

Give peace, O Lord, in all the world;

For only in you can we live in safety.

Lord, keep this nation under your care;

And guide us in the way of justice and truth.

Let your way be known upon earth;

Your saving health among all nations.

Let not the needy, O Lord, be forgotten;

Nor the hope of the poor be taken away.

Create in us clean hearts, O God;

And sustain us with your Holy Spirit.

Collect of the Day: The Second Sunday of Easter

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.

A Collect for Mission

O God and Father of all, whom the whole heavens adore: Let the whole earth also worship you, all nations obey you, all tongues confess and bless you, and men and women everywhere love you and serve you in peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

World Cycle of Prayer

We pray for the people of Ecuador
.

Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

We pray for our sisters and brothers members of the Union of Baptist Churches in Cameroon
.

A Collect for Guidance

Heavenly Father, in you we live and move and have our being: We humbly pray you so to guide and govern us by your Holy Spirit, that in all the cares and occupations of our life we may not forget you, but may remember that we are ever walking in your sight; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Intercessions

Let us pray now for our own needs and those of others.

Hymn: To my humble supplication

To my humble supplication

Lord, give ear and acceptation

Save thy servant, that hath none

Help nor hope but Thee alone. Amen.

Birthdays

Anniversaries

For Recovery from Sickness

For Travelers

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

For Those to be Baptized

For the Departed

Full list of prayers

For the Human Family

O God, you made us in your own image and redeemed us through Jesus your Son: Look with compassion on the whole human family; take away the arrogance and hatred which infect our hearts; break down the walls that separate us; unite us in bonds of love; and work through our struggle and confusion to accomplish your purposes on earth; that, in your good time, all nations and races may serve you in harmony around your heavenly throne; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For Prisons and Correctional Institutions

Lord Jesus, for our sake you were condemned as a criminal: Visit our jails and prisons with your pity and judgment. Remember all prisoners, and bring the guilty to repentance and amendment of life according to your will, and give them hope for their future. When any are held unjustly, bring them release; forgive us, and teach us to improve our justice. Remember those who work in these institutions; keep them humane and compassionate; and save them from becoming brutal or callous. And since what we do for those in prison, O Lord, we do for you, constrain us to improve their lot. All this we ask for your mercy's sake. Amen.

For the Victims of Addiction

Blessed Lord, you ministered to all who came to you: Look with compassion upon all who through addiction have lost their health and freedom. Restore to them the assurance of your unfailing mercy; remove from them the fears that beset them; strengthen them in the work of their recovery; and to those who care for them, give patient understanding and persevering love. Amen.

Hymn: Though I may speak

Though I may speak with bravest fire,

And have the gift to all inspire,

And have not love, my words are vain,

As sounding brass, and hopeless gain.

Though I may give all I possess,

And striving so my love profess,

But not be given by love within,

The profit soon turns strangely thin.

Come, Spirit, come, our hearts control,

Our spirits long to be made whole.

Let inward love guide every deed;

By this we worship, and are freed.

Singers: The Kindred Hearts Quartet

Tune: O Waly, Waly

A Prayer Attributed to St. Francis

Lord, make us instruments of your peace.

Where there is hatred, let us sow love;

where there is injury, pardon;

where there is discord, union;

where there is doubt, faith;

where there is despair, hope;

where there is darkness, light;

where there is sadness, joy.

Grant that we may not so much seek to be consoled as to console;

to be understood as to understand;

to be loved as to love.

For it is in giving that we receive;

it is in pardoning that we are pardoned;

and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life. Amen.

The Ending

The General Thanksgiving

Almighty God, Father of all mercies,

we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks

for all your goodness and loving-kindness

to us and to all whom you have made.

We bless you for our creation, preservation,

and all the blessings of this life;

but above all for your immeasurable love

in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;

for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.

And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies,

that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise,

not only with our lips, but in our lives,

by giving up our selves to your service,

and by walking before you

in holiness and righteousness all our days;

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Glory to God whose power, working in us, can do infinitely more than we can ask or imagine: Glory to him from generation to generation in the Church, and in Christ Jesus for ever and ever. Amen. Ephesians 3:20, 21

Hymn: God Be With You

God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus' feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

An Order of Service for Noonday

The Opening

Officiant

O God, make speed to save us.

People

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Officiant and People

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

A suitable hymn may be sung.

The Psalm

Psalm 119 Lucerna pedibus meis

105
Your word is a lantern to my feet *

and a light upon my path.

106
I have sworn and am determined *

to keep your righteous judgments.

107
I am deeply troubled; *

preserve my life, O Lord, according to your word.

108
Accept, O Lord, the willing tribute of my lips, *

and teach me your judgments.

109
My life is always in my hand, *

yet I do not forget your law.

110
The wicked have set a trap for me, *

but I have not strayed from your commandments.

111
Your decrees are my inheritance for ever; *

truly, they are the joy of my heart.

112
I have applied my heart to fulfill your statutes *

for ever and to the end.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

Officiant

The love of God has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit that has been given to us. Romans 5:5

People

Thanks be to God.

The Prayers

Officiant

Lord, have mercy.

People

Christ, have mercy.

Officiant

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant and People recite the Lord's Prayer.

Contemporary Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

Officiant

Lord, hear our prayer;

People

And let our cry come to you.

Officiant

Let us pray.

The Collect

Officiant

Heavenly Father, send your Holy Spirit into our hearts, to direct and rule us according to your will, to comfort us in all our afflictions, to defend us from all error, and to lead us into all truth; through Jesus Christ our Lord.

Officiant and People

Amen.

Intercessions

Free intercessions may be offered.

Officiant

In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to your, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For our Presiding Bishop, for our own Bishop(s), for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who live and work in this community, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For yours is the majesty, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, now and for ever.

Officiant and People

Amen.

The Conclusion

Officiant

Let us bless the Lord.

People

Thanks be to God.

9 April

Noonday Prayer

The Psalm

Psalm 124 Nisi quia Dominus

1
If the LORD had not been on our side, *

let Israel now say;

2
If the LORD had not been on our side, *

when enemies rose up against us;

3
Then would they have swallowed us up alive *

in their fierce anger toward us;

4
Then would the waters have overwhelmed us *

and the torrent gone over us;

5
Then would the raging waters *

have gone right over us.

6
Blessed be the LORD! *

he has not given us over to be a prey for their teeth.

7
We have escaped like a bird from the snare of the fowler; *

the snare is broken, and we have escaped.

8
Our help is in the Name of the LORD, *

the maker of heaven and earth.

Glory to the Father,

and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

From the rising of the sun to its setting my Name shall be great among the nations, and in every place incense shall be offered to my Name, and a pure offering; for my Name shall be great among the nations, says the Lord of Hosts. Malachi 1:11

Thanks be to God.

Kyrie

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

The Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Heavenly Father, send your Holy Spirit into our hearts, to direct and rule us according to your will, to comfort us in all our afflictions, to defend us from all error, and to lead us into all truth; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Intercessions

In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to your, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For our Presiding Bishop, for our own Bishop(s), for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who live and work in this community, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For yours is the majesty, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, now and for ever.

Amen.

Conclusion

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

Jump to Compline

Tuesday

Evening Prayer

The Opening

Opening Sentence

Worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole Earth tremble before him. Psalm 96:9

Hymn: I will bow and be simple

I will bow and be simple,

I will bow and be free,

I will bow and be humble,

Yea, bow like the willow tree.

I will bow and be simple,

I will bow and be free,

I will bow and be humble,

Yea, bow like the willow tree.

I will bow, this is the token,

I will wear the easy yoke,

I will bow and will be broken,

Yea, I'll fall upon the rock.

I will bow, this is the token,

I will wear the easy yoke,

I will bow and will be broken,

Yea, I'll fall upon the rock.

I will bow and be simple,

I will bow and be free,

I will bow and be humble,

Yea, bow like the willow tree.

I will bow, this is the token,

I will wear the easy yoke,

I will bow and will be broken,

Yea, I'll fall upon the rock.

Music: Shaker hymn

Confession

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned against you

in thought, word, and deed,

by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone.

We have not loved you with our whole heart;

we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,

have mercy on us and forgive us;

that we may delight in your will,

and walk in your ways,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen.

Versicle and Response

O God, make speed to save us.

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

O Gracious Light Phos hilaron

O gracious Light,

pure brightness of the everliving Father in heaven,

O Jesus Christ, holy and blessed!

Now as we come to the setting of the sun,

and our eyes behold the vesper light,

we sing your praises, O God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

You are worthy at all times to be praised by happy voices,

O Son of God, O Giver of life,

and to be glorified through all the worlds.

The Psalms Appointed

10 Ut quid, Domine?
or

Coverdale

1
Why do you stand so far off, O Lord, *

and hide yourself in time of trouble?

2
The wicked arrogantly persecute the poor, *

but they are trapped in the schemes they have devised.

3
The wicked boast of their heart's desire; *

the covetous curse and revile the Lord.

4
The wicked are so proud that they care not for God; *

their only thought is, "God does not matter."

5
Their ways are devious at all times;

your judgments are far above out of their sight; *

they defy all their enemies.

6
They say in their heart, "I shall not be shaken; *

no harm shall happen to me ever."

7
Their mouth is full of cursing, deceit, and oppression; *

under their tongue are mischief and wrong.

8
They lurk in ambush in public squares

and in secret places they murder the innocent; *

they spy out the helpless.

9
They lie in wait, like a lion in a covert;

they lie in wait to seize upon the lowly; *

they seize the lowly and drag them away in their net.

10
The innocent are broken and humbled before them; *

the helpless fall before their power.

11
They say in their heart, "God has forgotten; *

he hides his face; he will never notice."

12
Rise up, O Lord;

lift up your hand, O God; *

do not forget the afflicted.

13
Why should the wicked revile God? *

why should they say in their heart, "You do not care"?

14
Surely, you behold trouble and misery; *

you see it and take it into your own hand.

15
The helpless commit themselves to you, *

for you are the helper of orphans.

16
Break the power of the wicked and evil; *

search out their wickedness until you find none.

17
The Lord is King for ever and ever; *

the ungodly shall perish from his land.

18
The Lord will hear the desire of the humble; *

you will strengthen their heart and your ears shall hear;

19
To give justice to the orphan and oppressed, *

so that mere mortals may strike terror no more.

11 In Domino confido
or Coverdale

1
In the Lord have I taken refuge; *

how then can you say to me,

"Fly away like a bird to the hilltop;

2
For see how the wicked bend the bow

and fit their arrows to the string, *

to shoot from ambush at the true of heart.

3
When the foundations are being destroyed, *

what can the righteous do?"

4
The Lord is in his holy temple; *

the Lord's throne is in heaven.

5
His eyes behold the inhabited world; *

his piercing eye weighs our worth.

6
The Lord weighs the righteous as well as the wicked, *

but those who delight in violence he abhors.

7
Upon the wicked he shall rain coals of fire and

burning sulphur; *

a scorching wind shall be their lot.

8
For the Lord is righteous;

he delights in righteous deeds; *

and the just shall see his face.

Gloria Patri

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Ghost:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and ever shall be.

World without end. Amen. Amen.

The Lesson

The Gospel

A reading from the Gospel according to John 14:18-31

18
"I will not leave you orphaned; I am coming to you. 19
In a little while the world will no longer see me, but you will see me; because I live, you also will live. 20
On that day you will know that I am in my Father, and you in me, and I in you. 21
They who have my commandments and keep them are those who love me; and those who love me will be loved by my Father, and I will love them and reveal myself to them." 22
Judas (not Iscariot) said to him, "Lord, how is it that you will reveal yourself to us, and not to the world?" 23
Jesus answered him, "Those who love me will keep my word, and my Father will love them, and we will come to them and make our home with them. 24
Whoever does not love me does not keep my words; and the word that you hear is not mine, but is from the Father who sent me.

25
"I have said these things to you while I am still with you. 26
But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you everything, and remind you of all that I have said to you. 27
Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled, and do not let them be afraid.

28
You heard me say to you, 'I am going away, and I am coming to you.' If you loved me, you would rejoice that I am going to the Father, because the Father is greater than I. 29
And now I have told you this before it occurs, so that when it does occur, you may believe. 30
I will no longer talk much with you, for the ruler of this world is coming. He has no power over me; 31
but I do as the Father has commanded me, so that the world may know that I love the Father. Rise, let us be on our way.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The Song of Mary

Luke 1:46-55

Magnificat

My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord,

my spirit rejoices in God my Savior;*

for he has looked with favor on his lowly servant.

From this day all generations will call me blessed:*

the Almighty has done great things for me,

and holy is his Name.

He has mercy on those who fear him*

in every generation.

He has shown the strength of his arm,*

he has scattered the proud in their conceit.

He has cast down the mighty from their thrones,*

and has lifted up the lowly.

He has filled the hungry with good things,*

and the rich he has sent away empty.

He has come to the help of his servant Israel,*

for he has remembered his promise of mercy,

The promise he made to our fathers,*

to Abraham and his children for ever.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Creed

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayers

The Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

The Suffrages

That this evening may be holy, good, and peaceful,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That your holy angels may lead us in paths of peace and goodwill,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That we may be pardoned and forgiven for our sins and offenses,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That there may be peace to your Church and to the whole world,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That we may depart this life in your faith and fear, and not be condemned before the great judgment seat of Christ,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That we may be bound together by your Holy Spirit in the communion of all your saints, entrusting one another and all our life to Christ,

We entreat you, O Lord.

Collect of the Day: The Second Sunday of Easter

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.

For Mission

Keep watch, dear Lord, with those who work, or watch, or weep this night, and give your angels charge over those who sleep. Tend the sick, Lord Christ; give rest to the weary, bless the dying, soothe the suffering, pity the afflicted, shield the joyous; and all for your love's sake. Amen.

World Cycle of Prayer

We pray for the people of Comoros
.

Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

We pray for our sisters and brothers members of the Anglican Church in Japan.

A Collect for Guidance

O heavenly Father, in whom we live and move and have our being: We humbly pray you so to guide and govern us by your Holy Spirit, that in all the cares and occupations of our life we may not forget you, but may remember that we are ever walking in your sight; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Intercessions

Let us pray now for our own needs and those of others.

Hymn: To my humble supplication

To my humble supplication

Lord, give ear and acceptation

Save thy servant, that hath none

Help nor hope but Thee alone. Amen.

Birthdays

Anniversaries

For Recovery from Sickness

For Travelers

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

For Those to be Baptized

For the Departed

Full list of prayers

For Agriculture

Almighty God, we thank you for making the earth fruitful, so that it might produce what is needed for life: Bless those who work in the fields; give us seasonable weather; and grant that we may all share the fruits of the earth, rejoicing in your goodness; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For Those We Love

Almighty God, we entrust all who are dear to us to your never-failing care and love, for this life and the life to come, knowing that you are doing for them better things than we can desire or pray for; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For Quiet Confidence

O God of peace, who has taught us that in returning and rest we will be saved, in quietness and confidence will be our strength: By the might of your Spirit lift us, we pray, to your presence, where we may be still and know that you are God; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Hymn: Holy God, we praise Thy Name

Holy God, we praise Thy Name;

Lord of all, we bow before Thee!

All on earth Thy scepter claim,

All in Heaven above adore Thee;

Infinite Thy vast domain,

Everlasting is Thy reign.

Infinite Thy vast domain,

Everlasting is Thy reign.

Hark! the loud celestial hymn

Angel choirs above are raising,

Cherubim and seraphim,

In unceasing chorus praising;

Fill the heavens with sweet accord:

Holy, holy, holy, Lord.

Fill the heavens with sweet accord:

Holy, holy, holy, Lord.

Holy Father, Holy Son,

Holy Spirit, Three we name Thee;

While in essence only One,

Undivided God we claim Thee;

And adoring bend the knee,

While we own the mystery.

And adoring bend the knee,

While we own the mystery.

Singers: Assembly and Gallery Choir, Saint Peter's Catholic Church

Columbia, South Carolina

Words: Ignace Franz, Clarence A. Walworth (translator)

Tune: Grober Gott

A Prayer of Self-Dedication

Almighty and eternal God,

so draw our hearts to you,

so guide our minds,

so fill our imaginations,

so control our wills,

that we may be wholly yours,

utterly dedicated unto you;

and then use us, we pray you, as you will,

and always to your glory and the welfare of your people;

through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

The Ending

The General Thanksgiving

Almighty God, Father of all mercies,

we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks

for all your goodness and loving-kindness

to us and to all whom you have made.

We bless you for our creation, preservation,

and all the blessings of this life;

but above all for your immeasurable love

in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;

for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.

And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies,

that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise,

not only with our lips, but in our lives,

by giving up our selves to your service,

and by walking before you

in holiness and righteousness all our days;

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with us all evermore. Amen. 2 Corinthians 13:14

Hymn: God Be With You

God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus' feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

9 April Compline

Opening Sentence

The Lord Almighty grant us a peaceful night and a perfect end.

Amen.

Our help is in the Name of the Lord;

The maker of heaven and earth.

Confession

Let us confess our sins to God.

Almighty God, our heavenly Father:

We have sinned against you,

through our own fault,

in thought, and word, and deed,

and in what we have left undone.

For the sake of your Son our Lord Jesus Christ,

forgive us all our offenses;

and grant that we may serve you

in newness of life,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

May the Almighty God grant us forgiveness of all our sins,and the grace and comfort of the Holy Spirit.

Amen.

Psalm 4 Cum invocarem

1
Answer me when I call, O God, defender of my cause; *

you set me free when I am hard-pressed;

have mercy on me and hear my prayer.

2
"You mortals, how long will you dishonor my glory; *

how long will you worship dumb idols

and run after false gods?"

3
Know that the LORD does wonders for the faithful; *

when I call upon the LORD, he will hear me.

4
Tremble, then, and do not sin; *

speak to your heart in silence upon your bed.

5
Offer the appointed sacrifices *

and put your trust in the LORD.

6
Many are saying, "Oh, that we might see better times!" *

Lift up the light of your countenance upon us, O LORD.

7
You have put gladness in my heart, *

more than when grain and wine and oil increase.

8
I lie down in peace; at once I fall asleep; *

for only you, LORD, make me dwell in safety.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

Lord, you are in the midst of us, and we are called by your Name: Do not forsake us, O Lord our God. Jeremiah 14:9,22

Thanks be to God.

Responses

Into your hands, O Lord, I commend my spirit;

For you have redeemed me, O Lord, O God of truth.

Keep us, O Lord, as the apple of your eye;

Hide us under the shadow of your wings.

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Be our light in the darkness, O Lord, and in your great mercy defend us from all perils and dangers of this night; for the love of your only Son, our Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

Prayer

Keep watch, dear Lord, with those who work, or watch, or weep this night, and give your angels charge over those who sleep. Tend the sick, Lord Christ; give rest to the weary, bless the dying, soothe the suffering, pity the afflicted, shield the joyous; and all for your love's sake. Amen.

The Song of Simeon

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Lord, you now have set your servant free *

to go in peace as you have promised;

For these eyes of mine have seen the Savior, *

whom you have prepared for all the world to see:

A Light to enlighten the nations, *

and the glory of your people Israel.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The almighty and merciful Lord, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, bless us and keep us.

Amen.

Jump to Noonday

Wednesday

Morning Prayer

The Opening

Opening Sentence

I was glad when they said to me, "Let us go to the house of the Lord." Psalm 122:1

Hymn: I want to walk as a child of the light

I want to walk as a child of the light;

I want to follow Jesus.

God set the stars to give light to the world;

The star of my life is Jesus.

In him there is no darkness at all;

The night and the day are both alike.

The Lamb is the light of the city of God;

Shine in my heart, Lord Jesus.

I want to see the brightness of God;

I want to look at Jesus.

Clear Sun of righteousness, shine on my path,

And show me the way to the Father.

In him there is no darkness at all;

The night and the day are both alike.

The Lamb is the light of the city of God;

Shine in my heart, Lord Jesus.

I'm looking for the coming of Christ;

I want to be with Jesus.

When we have run with patience the race,

We shall know the joy of Jesus.

In him there is no darkness at all;

The night and the day are both alike.

The Lamb is the light of the city of God;

Shine in my heart, Lord Jesus.

Words: Kathleen Thomerson

Tune: Houston

Confession of Sin

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned against you

in thought, word, and deed,

by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone.

We have not loved you with our whole heart;

we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,

have mercy on us and forgive us;

that we may delight in your will,

and walk in your ways,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen.

Invitatory and Psalter

Lord, open our lips.

And our mouth shall proclaim your praise.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

Antiphon

The Earth is the Lord's for he made it:

Come let us adore him.

Jubilate

Be joyful in the Lord, all you lands;

serve the Lord with gladness

and come before his presence with a song.

Know this: the Lord himself is God;

he himself has made us, and we are his;

we are his people and the sheep of his pasture.

Enter his gates with thanksgiving;

go into his courts with praise;

give thanks to him and call upon his Name.

For the Lord is good;

his mercy is everlasting;

and his faithfulness endures from age to age.

The Earth is the Lord's for he made it:

Come let us adore him.

The Psalm Appointed

119:1-24 or

Coverdale

Aleph Beati immaculati

1
Happy are they whose way is blameless, *

who walk in the law of the Lord!

2
Happy are they who observe his decrees *

and seek him with all their hearts!

3
Who never do any wrong, *

but always walk in his ways.

4
You laid down your commandments, *

that we should fully keep them.

5
Oh, that my ways were made so direct *

that I might keep your statutes!

6
Then I should not be put to shame, *

when I regard all your commandments.

7
I will thank you with an unfeigned heart, *

when I have learned your righteous judgments.

8
I will keep your statutes; *

do not utterly forsake me.

Beth In quo corrigit?

9
How shall a young man cleanse his way? *

By keeping to your words.

10
With my whole heart I seek you; *

let me not stray from your commandments.

11
I treasure your promise in my heart, *

that I may not sin against you.

12
Blessed are you, O Lord; *

instruct me in your statutes.

13
With my lips will I recite *

all the judgments of your mouth.

14
I have taken greater delight in the way of your decrees *

than in all manner of riches.

15
I will meditate on your commandments *

and give attention to your ways.

16
My delight is in your statutes; *

I will not forget your word.

Gimel Retribue servo tuo

17
Deal bountifully with your servant, *

that I may live and keep your word.

18
Open my eyes, that I may see *

the wonders of your law.

19
I am a stranger here on earth; *

do not hide your commandments from me.

20
My soul is consumed at all times *

with longing for your judgments.

21
You have rebuked the insolent; *

cursed are they who stray from your commandments!

22
Turn from me shame and rebuke, *

for I have kept your decrees.

23
Even though rulers sit and plot against me, *

I will meditate on your statutes.

24
For your decrees are my delight, *

and they are my counselors.

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be;

world without end. Amen. Amen.

The Lessons

The First Lesson

A reading from the Book of Exodus 15:22-16:10

22
Then Moses ordered Israel to set out from the Red Sea, and they went into the wilderness of Shur. They went three days in the wilderness and found no water. 23
When they came to Marah, they could not drink the water of Marah because it was bitter. That is why it was called Marah. 24
And the people complained against Moses, saying, "What shall we drink?" 25
He cried out to the Lord; and the Lord showed him a piece of wood; he threw it into the water, and the water became sweet. There the Lord made for them a statute and an ordinance and there he put them to the test. 26
He said, "If you will listen carefully to the voice of the Lord your God, and do what is right in his sight, and give heed to his commandments and keep all his statutes, I will not bring upon you any of the diseases that I brought upon the Egyptians; for I am the Lord who heals you." 27
Then they came to Elim, where there were twelve springs of water and seventy palm trees; and they camped there by the water.

1
The whole congregation of the Israelites set out from Elim; and Israel came to the wilderness of Sin, which is between Elim and Sinai, on the fifteenth day of the second month after they had departed from the land of Egypt. 2
The whole congregation of the Israelites complained against Moses and Aaron in the wilderness. 3
The Israelites said to them, "If only we had died by the hand of the Lord in the land of Egypt, when we sat by the fleshpots and ate our fill of bread; for you have brought us out into this wilderness to kill this whole assembly with hunger." 4
Then the Lord said to Moses, "I am going to rain bread from heaven for you, and each day the people shall go out and gather enough for that day. In that way I will test them, whether they will follow my instruction or not. 5
On the sixth day, when they prepare what they bring in, it will be twice as much as they gather on other days." 6
So Moses and Aaron said to all the Israelites, "In the evening you shall know that it was the Lord who brought you out of the land of Egypt, 7
and in the morning you shall see the glory of the Lord, because he has heard your complaining against the Lord. For what are we, that you complain against us?" 8
And Moses said, "When the Lord gives you meat to eat in the evening and your fill of bread in the morning, because the Lord has heard the complaining that you utter against him—what are we? Your complaining is not against us but against the Lord." 9
Then Moses said to Aaron, "Say to the whole congregation of the Israelites, 'Draw near to the Lord, for he has heard your complaining.'" 10
And as Aaron spoke to the whole congregation of the Israelites, they looked toward the wilderness, and the glory of the Lord appeared in the cloud.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

11 The Third Song of Isaiah
Surge, illuminare

Isaiah 60:1-3, 11a, 14c, 18-19

Arise, shine, for your light has come, *

and the glory of the Lord has dawned upon you.

For behold, darkness covers the land; *

deep gloom enshrouds the peoples.

But over you the Lord will rise, *

and his glory will appear upon you.

Nations will stream to your light, *

and kings to the brightness of your dawning.

Your gates will always be open; *

by day or night they will never be shut.

They will call you, The City of the Lord, *

The Zion of the Holy One of Israel.

Violence will no more be heard in your land, *

ruin or destruction within your borders.

You will call your walls, Salvation, *

and all your portals, Praise.

The sun will no more be your light by day; *

by night you will not need the brightness of the moon.

The Lord will be your everlasting light, *

and your God will be your glory.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Second Lesson

A reading from the First Letter of Peter 2:1-10

1
Rid yourselves, therefore, of all malice, and all guile, insincerity, envy, and all slander. 2
Like newborn infants, long for the pure, spiritual milk, so that by it you may grow into salvation— 3
if indeed you have tasted that the Lord is good.

4
Come to him, a living stone, though rejected by mortals yet chosen and precious in God's sight, and 5
like living stones, let yourselves be built into a spiritual house, to be a holy priesthood, to offer spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ. 6
For it stands in scripture: "See, I am laying in Zion a stone, a cornerstone chosen and precious; and whoever believes in him will not be put to shame." 7
To you then who believe, he is precious; but for those who do not believe, "The stone that the builders rejected has become the very head of the corner," 8
and "A stone that makes them stumble, and a rock that makes them fall." They stumble because they disobey the word, as they were destined to do. 9
But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God's own people, in order that you may proclaim the mighty acts of him who called you out of darkness into his marvelous light. 10
Once you were not a people, but now you are God's people; once you had not received mercy, but now you have received mercy.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

16 The Song of Zechariah
Benedictus Dominus Deus

Luke 1:68-79

Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel; *

he has come to his people and set them free.

He has raised up for us a mighty savior, *

born of the house of his servant David.

Through his holy prophets he promised of old,

that he would save us from our enemies, *

from the hands of all who hate us.

He promised to show mercy to our fathers *

and to remember his holy covenant.

This was the oath he swore to our father Abraham, *

to set us free from the hands of our enemies,

Free to worship him without fear, *

holy and righteous in his sight

all the days of our life.

You, my child, shall be called the prophet of the Most High, *

for you will go before the Lord to prepare his way,

To give his people knowledge of salvation *

by the forgiveness of their sins.

In the tender compassion of our God *

the dawn from on high shall break upon us,

To shine on those who dwell in darkness and the

shadow of death, *

and to guide our feet into the way of peace.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Gospel

A reading from the Gospel according to John 15:1-11

1
"I am the true vine, and my Father is the vinegrower. 2
He removes every branch in me that bears no fruit. Every branch that bears fruit he prunes to make it bear more fruit. 3
You have already been cleansed by the word that I have spoken to you. 4
Abide in me as I abide in you. Just as the branch cannot bear fruit by itself unless it abides in the vine, neither can you unless you abide in me. 5
I am the vine, you are the branches. Those who abide in me and I in them bear much fruit, because apart from me you can do nothing. 6
Whoever does not abide in me is thrown away like a branch and withers; such branches are gathered, thrown into the fire, and burned. 7
If you abide in me, and my words abide in you, ask for whatever you wish, and it will be done for you. 8
My Father is glorified by this, that you bear much fruit and become my disciples.

9
As the Father has loved me, so I have loved you; abide in my love. 10
If you keep my commandments, you will abide in my love, just as I have kept my Father's commandments and abide in his love. 11
I have said these things to you so that my joy may be in you, and that your joy may be complete.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayers

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Let us pray.

Contemporary Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

The Suffrages

Save your people, Lord, and bless your inheritance;

Govern and uphold them, now and always.

Day by day we bless you;

We praise your Name for ever.

Lord, keep us from all sin today;

Have mercy on us, Lord, have mercy.

Lord, show us your love and mercy;

For we put our trust in you.

In you, Lord, is our hope;

And we shall never hope in vain.

Collect of the Day: The Second Sunday of Easter

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.

For Mission

Almighty and everlasting God, by whose Spirit the whole body of your faithful people is governed and sanctified: Receive our supplications and prayers which we offer before you for all members of your holy Church, that in their vocation and ministry they may truly and devoutly serve you; through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

World Cycle of Prayer

We pray for the people of El Salvador
.

Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

We pray for our sisters and brothers members of the Union of the Armenian Evangelical Churches in the Near East
.

A Collect for Peace

Eternal God, in whose perfect kingdom no sword is drawn but the sword of righteousness, no strength known but the strength of love: So mightily spread abroad your Spirit, that all peoples may be gathered under the banner of the Prince of Peace, as children of one Father; to whom be dominion and glory, now and for ever. Amen.

Intercessions

Let us pray now for our own needs and those of others.

Hymn: To my humble supplication

To my humble supplication

Lord, give ear and acceptation

Save thy servant, that hath none

Help nor hope but Thee alone. Amen.

Birthdays

Anniversaries

For Recovery from Sickness

For Travelers

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

For Those to be Baptized

For the Departed

Full list of prayers

For our Country

Almighty God, who has given us this good land for our heritage: We humbly beseech you that we may always prove ourselves a people mindful of your favor and glad to do your will. Bless our land with honorable industry, sound learning, and pure manners. Save us from violence, discord, and confusion; from pride and arrogance, and from every evil way. Defend our liberties, and fashion us into one united people. Endue with the spirit of wisdom those to whom in your Name we entrust the authority of government, that there may be justice and peace at home, and that, through obedience to your law, we may show forth your praise among the nations of the earth. In the time of prosperity, fill our hearts with thankfulness, and in the day of trouble, suffer not our trust in you to fail; all which we ask through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For the President of the

United States

and all in Civil Authority

O Lord our Governor, whose glory is in all the world: We commend this nation to your merciful care, that, being guided by your Providence, we may dwell secure in your peace. Grant to the President of the United States, the Governor of this State (or, Commonwealth), and to all in authority, wisdom and strength to know and to do your will. Fill them with the love of truth and righteousness, and make them ever mindful of their calling to serve this people in your fear; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, world without end. Amen.

Hymn: Joyous light of God's own glory

Joyous light of God's own glory

Light of heav'n that fills this place

Light of God, eternal Father

Light of God, the Son of grace.

As the sun begins its setting

And the glow of dusk sets in,

We look to heaven's glory

For the light that never ends.

From the smallest of the sparrows

To the blazing stars above,

All Creation sings your glory,

All Creation sings your love.

O Son of God most holy

O Son of God most high,

May all earth and all the heavens

Praise you for your glorious light.

O sing to God the Father,

O sing to God the Son,

O sing to God the Spirit,

To God, the Three in One.

Now let our voices rise up

In harmonies most pure

For God, you are most worthy

Of our praise forevermore.

Now let our voices rise up

In harmonies most pure

For God, you are most worthy

Of our praise forevermore.

Words: RR Ketcham

Tune: Nettleton

A Prayer of Self-Dedication

Almighty and eternal God,

so draw our hearts to you,

so guide our minds,

so fill our imaginations,

so control our wills,

that we may be wholly yours,

utterly dedicated unto you;

and then use us, we pray you, as you will,

and always to your glory and the welfare of your people;

through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

The Ending

The General Thanksgiving

Almighty God, Father of all mercies,

we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks

for all your goodness and loving-kindness

to us and to all whom you have made.

We bless you for our creation, preservation,

and all the blessings of this life;

but above all for your immeasurable love

in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;

for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.

And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies,

that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise,

not only with our lips, but in our lives,

by giving up our selves to your service,

and by walking before you

in holiness and righteousness all our days;

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with us all evermore. Amen. 2 Corinthians 13:14

Hymn: God Be With You

God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus' feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

An Order of Service for Noonday

The Opening

Officiant

O God, make speed to save us.

People

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Officiant and People

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

A suitable hymn may be sung.

The Psalm

Psalm 121 Levavi oculos

1
I lift up my eyes to the hills; *

from where is my help to come?

2
My help comes from the LORD, *

the maker of heaven and earth.

3
He will not let your foot be moved *

and he who watches over you will not fall asleep.

4
Behold, he who keeps watch over Israel *

shall neither slumber nor sleep;

5
The Lord himself watches over you; *

the Lord is your shade at your right hand,

6
So that the sun shall not strike you by day, *

nor the moon by night.

7
The Lord shall preserve you from all evil; *

it is he who shall keep you safe.

8
The Lord shall watch over your going out and

your coming in, *

from this time forth for evermore.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

Officiant

If anyone is in Christ he is a new creation; the old has passed away, behold the new has come. All this is from God, who through Christ reconciled us to himself and gave us the ministry of reconciliation. 2 Corinthians 5:17-18

People

Thanks be to God.

The Prayers

Officiant

Lord, have mercy.

People

Christ, have mercy.

Officiant

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant and People recite the Lord's Prayer.

Contemporary Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

Officiant

Lord, hear our prayer;

People

And let our cry come to you.

Officiant

Let us pray.

The Collect

Officiant

Blessed Savior, at this hour you hung upon the cross, stretching out your loving arms: Grant that all the peoples of the earth may look to you and be saved; for your tender mercies sake.

Officiant and People

Amen.

Intercessions

Free intercessions may be offered.

Officiant

In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to your, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For our Presiding Bishop, for our own Bishop(s), for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who live and work in this community, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For yours is the majesty, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, now and for ever.

Officiant and People

Amen.

The Conclusion

Officiant

Let us bless the Lord.

People

Thanks be to God.

10 April

Noonday Prayer

The Psalm

Psalm 125 Qui confidunt

1
Those who trust in the LORD are like Mount Zion, *

which cannot be moved, but stands fast for ever.

2
The hills stand about Jerusalem; *

so does the LORD stand round about his people,

from this time forth for evermore.

3
The scepter of the wicked shall not hold sway over the land allotted to the just, *

so that the just shall not put their hands to evil.

4
Show your goodness, O LORD, to those who are good *

and to those who are true of heart.

5
As for those who turn aside to crooked ways,

the LORD will lead them away with the evildoers; *

but peace be upon Israel.

Glory to the Father,

and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

The love of God has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit that has been given to us. Romans 5:5

Thanks be to God.

Kyrie

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

The Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Blessed Savior, at this hour you hung upon the cross, stretching out your loving arms: Grant that all the peoples of the earth may look to you and be saved; for your tender mercies' sake. Amen.

Intercessions

In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to your, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For our Presiding Bishop, for our own Bishop(s), for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who live and work in this community, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For yours is the majesty, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, now and for ever.

Amen.

Conclusion

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

Jump to Compline

Wednesday

Evening Prayer

The Opening

Opening Sentence

Yours is the day, O God, yours also the night; you established the moon and the sun. You fixed all the boundaries of the earth; you made both summer and winter. Psalm 74:15, 16

Hymn: I need Thee every hour

I need Thee every hour,

Most gracious Lord;

No tender voice like Thine

Can peace afford.

I need Thee every hour,

Stay Thou near by;

Temptations lose their power

When Thou art nigh.

I need Thee, oh, I need Thee;

Every hour I need Thee;

Oh, bless me now, my Savior!

I come to Thee.

I need Thee, oh, I need Thee;

Every hour I need Thee;

Oh, bless me now, my Savior!

I come to Thee.

I need Thee every hour,

In joy or pain;

Come quickly and abide,

Or life is in vain.

I need Thee every hour,

Most Holy One;

Oh, make me Thine indeed,

Thou blesséd Son.

I need Thee, oh, I need Thee;

Every hour I need Thee;

Oh, bless me now, my Savior!

I come to Thee.

I need Thee, oh, I need Thee;

Every hour I need Thee;

Oh, bless me now, my Savior!

Singers: Sam Robson

Words: Annie S. Hawks

Music: Robert Lowry

Tune: Need

Confession

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned against you

in thought, word, and deed,

by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone.

We have not loved you with our whole heart;

we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,

have mercy on us and forgive us;

that we may delight in your will,

and walk in your ways,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen.

Versicle and Response

O God, make speed to save us.

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

O Gracious Light Phos hilaron

O gracious Light,

pure brightness of the everliving Father in heaven,

O Jesus Christ, holy and blessed!

Now as we come to the setting of the sun,

and our eyes behold the vesper light,

we sing your praises, O God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

You are worthy at all times to be praised by happy voices,

O Son of God, O Giver of life,

and to be glorified through all the worlds.

The Psalms Appointed

12 Salvum me fac
or

Coverdale

1
Help me, Lord, for there is no godly one left; *

the faithful have vanished from among us.

2
Everyone speaks falsely with his neighbor; *

with a smooth tongue they speak from a double heart.

3
Oh, that the Lord would cut off all smooth tongues, *

and close the lips that utter proud boasts!

4
Those who say, "With our tongue will we prevail; *

our lips are our own; who is lord over us?"

5
"Because the needy are oppressed,

and the poor cry out in misery, *

I will rise up," says the Lord,

"and give them the help they long for."

6
The words of the Lord are pure words, *

like silver refined from ore

and purified seven times in the fire.

7
O Lord, watch over us *

and save us from this generation for ever.

8
The wicked prowl on every side, *

and that which is worthless is highly prized by everyone.

13 Usquequo, Domine?
or

Coverdale

1
How long, O Lord?

will you forget me for ever? *

how long will you hide your face from me?

2
How long shall I have perplexity in my mind,

and grief in my heart, day after day? *

how long shall my enemy triumph over me?

3
Look upon me and answer me, O Lord my God; *

give light to my eyes, lest I sleep in death;

4
Lest my enemy say, "I have prevailed over him," *

and my foes rejoice that I have fallen.

5
But I put my trust in your mercy; *

my heart is joyful because of your saving help.

6
I will sing to the Lord, for he has dealt with me richly; *

I will praise the Name of the Lord Most High.

14 Dixit insipiens
or

Coverdale

1
The fool has said in his heart, "There is no God." *

All are corrupt and commit abominable acts;

there is none who does any good.

2
The Lord looks down from heaven upon us all, *

to see if there is any who is wise,

if there is one who seeks after God.

3
Every one has proved faithless;

all alike have turned bad; *

there is none who does good; no, not one.

4
Have they no knowledge, all those evildoers *

who eat up my people like bread

and do not call upon the Lord?

5
See how they tremble with fear, *

because God is in the company of the righteous.

6
Their aim is to confound the plans of the afflicted, *

but the Lord is their refuge.

7
Oh, that Israel's deliverance would come out of Zion! *

when the Lord restores the fortunes of his people,

Jacob will rejoice and Israel be glad.

Gloria Patri

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Ghost:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and ever shall be.

World without end. Amen. Amen.

The Lesson

The Gospel

A reading from the Gospel according to John 15:1-11

1
"I am the true vine, and my Father is the vinegrower. 2
He removes every branch in me that bears no fruit. Every branch that bears fruit he prunes to make it bear more fruit. 3
You have already been cleansed by the word that I have spoken to you. 4
Abide in me as I abide in you. Just as the branch cannot bear fruit by itself unless it abides in the vine, neither can you unless you abide in me. 5
I am the vine, you are the branches. Those who abide in me and I in them bear much fruit, because apart from me you can do nothing. 6
Whoever does not abide in me is thrown away like a branch and withers; such branches are gathered, thrown into the fire, and burned. 7
If you abide in me, and my words abide in you, ask for whatever you wish, and it will be done for you. 8
My Father is glorified by this, that you bear much fruit and become my disciples.

9
As the Father has loved me, so I have loved you; abide in my love. 10
If you keep my commandments, you will abide in my love, just as I have kept my Father's commandments and abide in his love. 11
I have said these things to you so that my joy may be in you, and that your joy may be complete.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The Song of Simeon

Luke 2:29-32

Nunc dimittis

Lord, you now have set your servant free*

to go in peace as you have promised;

For these eyes of mine have seen the Savior,*

whom you have prepared for all the world to see:

A Light to enlighten the nations,*

and the glory of your people Israel.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Creed

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayers

The Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

The Suffrages

Show us your mercy, O Lord;

And grant us your salvation.

Clothe your ministers with righteousness;

Let your people sing with joy.

Give peace, O Lord, in all the world;

For only in you can we live in safety.

Lord, keep this nation under your care;

And guide us in the way of justice and truth.

Let your way be known upon earth;

Your saving health among all nations.

Let not the needy, O Lord, be forgotten;

Nor the hope of the poor be taken away.

Create in us clean hearts, O God;

And sustain us with your Holy Spirit.

Collect of the Day: The Second Sunday of Easter

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.

For Mission

O God and Father of all, whom the whole heavens adore: Let the whole earth also worship you, all nations obey you, all tongues confess and bless you, and men and women everywhere love you and serve you in peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

World Cycle of Prayer

We pray for the people of Democratic Republic of the Congo
.

Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

We pray for our sisters and brothers members of the Anglican Church of Australia.

A Collect for Protection

Be our light in the darkness, O Lord, and in your great mercy defend us from all perils and dangers of this night; for the love of your only Son, our Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

Intercessions

Let us pray now for our own needs and those of others.

Hymn: To my humble supplication

To my humble supplication

Lord, give ear and acceptation

Save thy servant, that hath none

Help nor hope but Thee alone. Amen.

Birthdays

Anniversaries

For Recovery from Sickness

For Travelers

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

For Those to be Baptized

For the Departed

Full list of prayers

For Cities

Heavenly Father, in your Word you have given us a vision of that holy City to which the nations of the world bring their glory: Behold and visit, we pray, the cities of the earth. Renew the ties of mutual regard which form our civic life. Send us honest and able leaders. Enable us to eliminate poverty, prejudice, and oppression, that peace may prevail with righteousness, and justice with order, and that men and women from different cultures and with differing talents may find with one another the fulfillment of their humanity.

For Those Who Influence Public Opinion

Almighty God, you proclaim your truth in every age by many voices: Direct, in our time, we pray, those who speak where many listen and write what many read; that they may do their part in making the heart of this people wise, its mind sound, and its will righteous; to the honor of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For the Future of the Human Race

O God our heavenly Father, you have blessed us and given us dominion over all the earth: Increase our reverence before the mystery of life; and give us new insight into your purposes for the human race, and new wisdom and determination in making provision for its future in accordance with your will; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Hymn: Blesséd Jesus

Blesséd Jesus, at Thy Word

We are gathered all to hear Thee;

Let our hearts and souls be stirred

Now to seek and love and fear Thee,

By Thy teachings sweet and holy,

Drawn from earth to love Thee solely.

All our knowledge, sense and sight

Lie in deepest darkness shrouded,

Til Thy Spirit breaks our night

With the beams of truth unclouded.

Thou alone to God canst win us;

Thou must work all good within us.

Glorious Lord, Thyself impart!

Light of light, from God proceeding,

Open Thou our ears and heart;

Help us by Thy Spirits pleading;

Hear the cry Thy people raises;

Hear and bless our prayers and praises.

Father, Son, and Holy Ghost,

Praise to Thee and adoration!

Grant that we Thy Word may trust

And obtain true consolation

While we here below must wander,

Till we sing Thy praises yonder.

Words: Tobias Clausnitzer

Choir of Christ Covenant Church

A Prayer Attributed to St. Francis

Lord, make us instruments of your peace.

Where there is hatred, let us sow love;

where there is injury, pardon;

where there is discord, union;

where there is doubt, faith;

where there is despair, hope;

where there is darkness, light;

where there is sadness, joy.

Grant that we may not so much seek to be consoled as to console;

to be understood as to understand;

to be loved as to love.

For it is in giving that we receive;

it is in pardoning that we are pardoned;

and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life. Amen.

The Ending

The General Thanksgiving

Almighty God, Father of all mercies,

we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks

for all your goodness and loving-kindness

to us and to all whom you have made.

We bless you for our creation, preservation,

and all the blessings of this life;

but above all for your immeasurable love

in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;

for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.

And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies,

that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise,

not only with our lips, but in our lives,

by giving up our selves to your service,

and by walking before you

in holiness and righteousness all our days;

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with us all evermore. Amen. 2 Corinthians 13:14

Hymn: God Be With You

God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus' feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

10 April Compline

Opening Sentence

The Lord Almighty grant us a peaceful night and a perfect end.

Amen.

Our help is in the Name of the Lord;

The maker of heaven and earth.

Confession

Let us confess our sins to God.

Almighty God, our heavenly Father:

We have sinned against you,

through our own fault,

in thought, and word, and deed,

and in what we have left undone.

For the sake of your Son our Lord Jesus Christ,

forgive us all our offenses;

and grant that we may serve you

in newness of life,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

May the Almighty God grant us forgiveness of all our sins,and the grace and comfort of the Holy Spirit.

Amen.

Psalm 31 In te, Domine, speravi

1
In you, O LORD, have I taken refuge;

let me never be put to shame; *

deliver me in your righteousness.

2
Incline your ear to me; *

make haste to deliver me.

3
Be my strong rock, a castle to keep me safe,

for you are my crag and my stronghold; *

for the sake of your Name, lead me and guide me.

4
Take me out of the net that they have secretly set for me, *

for you are my tower of strength.

5
Into your hands I commend my spirit, *

for you have redeemed me,

O LORD, O God of truth.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

Lord, you are in the midst of us, and we are called by your Name: Do not forsake us, O Lord our God. Jeremiah 14:9,22

Thanks be to God.

Responses

Into your hands, O Lord, I commend my spirit;

For you have redeemed me, O Lord, O God of truth.

Keep us, O Lord, as the apple of your eye;

Hide us under the shadow of your wings.

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Be present, O merciful God, and protect us through the hours of this night, so that we who are wearied by the changes and chances of this life may rest in your eternal changelessness; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Prayer

O God, your unfailing providence sustains the world we live in and the life we live: Watch over those, both night and day, who work while others sleep, and grant that we may never forget that our common life depends upon each other's toil; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

The Song of Simeon

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Lord, you now have set your servant free *

to go in peace as you have promised;

For these eyes of mine have seen the Savior, *

whom you have prepared for all the world to see:

A Light to enlighten the nations, *

and the glory of your people Israel.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The almighty and merciful Lord, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, bless us and keep us.

Amen.

Jump to Noonday

Thursday

Morning Prayer

The Opening

Opening Sentence

The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. Habakkuk 2:20

Hymn: I need Thee every hour

I need Thee every hour,

Most gracious Lord;

No tender voice like Thine

Can peace afford.

I need Thee every hour,

Stay Thou near by;

Temptations lose their power

When Thou art nigh.

I need Thee, oh, I need Thee;

Every hour I need Thee;

Oh, bless me now, my Savior!

I come to Thee.

I need Thee, oh, I need Thee;

Every hour I need Thee;

Oh, bless me now, my Savior!

I come to Thee.

I need Thee every hour,

In joy or pain;

Come quickly and abide,

My life is in vain.

I need Thee every hour,

Most Holy One;

Oh, make me Thine indeed,

Thou blessed Son.

I need Thee, oh, I need Thee;

Every hour I need Thee;

Oh, bless me now, my Savior!

I come to Thee.

I need Thee, oh, I need Thee;

Every hour I need Thee;

Oh, bless me now, my Savior!

Singers: Sam Robson

Words: Annie S. Hawks

Music: Robert Lowry

Tune: Need

Meter: 64.64 with Refrain

Confession of Sin

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned against you

in thought, word, and deed,

by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone.

We have not loved you with our whole heart;

we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,

have mercy on us and forgive us;

that we may delight in your will,

and walk in your ways,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen.

The Invitatory and Psalter

Lord, open our lips.

And our mouth shall proclaim your praise.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

Antiphon

The Spirit of the Lord renews the face of the Earth:

Come let us adore him.

Venite Psalm 95:1-7

Come, let us sing to the Lord; *

let us shout for joy to the Rock of our salvation. Let us come before his presence with thanksgiving *

and raise a loud shout to him with psalms.

For the Lord is a great God, *

and a great King above all gods. In his hand are the caverns of the earth, *

and the heights of the hills are his also. The sea is his, for he made it, *

and his hands have molded the dry land.

Come, let us bow down, and bend the knee, *

and kneel before the Lord our Maker. For he is our God,

and we are the people of his pasture and the sheep of his hand. *

Oh, that today you would hearken to his voice!

The Spirit of the Lord renews the face of the Earth:

Come let us adore him.

The Psalm Appointed

18 Part I Diligam te, Domine
or

Coverdale

1
I love you, O Lord my strength, *

O Lord my stronghold, my crag, and my haven.

2
My God, my rock in whom I put my trust, *

my shield, the horn of my salvation, and my refuge;

you are worthy of praise.

3
I will call upon the Lord, *

and so shall I be saved from my enemies.

4
The breakers of death rolled over me, *

and the torrents of oblivion made me afraid.

5
The cords of hell entangled me, *

and the snares of death were set for me.

6
I called upon the Lord in my distress *

and cried out to my God for help.

7
He heard my voice from his heavenly dwelling; *

my cry of anguish came to his ears.

8
The earth reeled and rocked; *

the roots of the mountains shook;

they reeled because of his anger.

9
Smoke rose from his nostrils

and a consuming fire out of his mouth; *

hot burning coals blazed forth from him.

10
He parted the heavens and came down *

with a storm cloud under his feet.

11
He mounted on cherubim and flew; *

he swooped on the wings of the wind.

12
He wrapped darkness about him; *

he made dark waters and thick clouds his pavilion.

13
From the brightness of his presence, through the clouds, *

burst hailstones and coals of fire.

14
The Lord thundered out of heaven; *

the Most High uttered his voice.

15
He loosed his arrows and scattered them; *

he hurled thunderbolts and routed them.

16
The beds of the seas were uncovered,

and the foundations of the world laid bare, *

at your battle cry, O Lord,

at the blast of the breath of your nostrils.

17
He reached down from on high and grasped me; *

he drew me out of great waters.

18
He delivered me from my strong enemies

and from those who hated me; *

for they were too mighty for me.

19
They confronted me in the day of my disaster; *

but the Lord was my support.

20
He brought me out into an open place; *

he rescued me because he delighted in me.

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be;

world without end. Amen. Amen.

The Lessons

The First Lesson

A reading from the Book of Exodus 16:10-22

10
And as Aaron spoke to the whole congregation of the Israelites, they looked toward the wilderness, and the glory of the Lord appeared in the cloud. 11
The Lord spoke to Moses and said, 12
"I have heard the complaining of the Israelites; say to them, 'At twilight you shall eat meat, and in the morning you shall have your fill of bread; then you shall know that I am the Lord your God.'"

13
In the evening quails came up and covered the camp; and in the morning there was a layer of dew around the camp. 14
When the layer of dew lifted, there on the surface of the wilderness was a fine flaky substance, as fine as frost on the ground. 15
When the Israelites saw it, they said to one another, "What is it?" For they did not know what it was. Moses said to them, "It is the bread that the Lord has given you to eat. 16
This is what the Lord has commanded: 'Gather as much of it as each of you needs, an omer to a person according to the number of persons, all providing for those in their own tents.'" 17
The Israelites did so, some gathering more, some less. 18
But when they measured it with an omer, those who gathered much had nothing over, and those who gathered little had no shortage; they gathered as much as each of them needed. 19
And Moses said to them, "Let no one leave any of it over until morning." 20
But they did not listen to Moses; some left part of it until morning, and it bred worms and became foul. And Moses was angry with them. 21
Morning by morning they gathered it, as much as each needed; but when the sun grew hot, it melted.

22
On the sixth day they gathered twice as much food, two omers apiece. When all the leaders of the congregation came and told Moses,

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

8 The Song of Moses
Cantemus Domino

Exodus 15:1-6, 11-13, 17-18

I will sing to the Lord, for he is lofty and uplifted; *

the horse and its rider has he hurled into the sea.

The Lord is my strength and my refuge; *

the Lord has become my Savior.

This is my God and I will praise him, *

the God of my people and I will exalt him.

The Lord is a mighty warrior; *

Yahweh is his Name.

The chariots of Pharaoh and his army has he hurled into the sea; *

the finest of those who bear armor have been drowned in the Red Sea.

The fathomless deep has overwhelmed them; *

they sank into the depths like a stone.

Your right hand, O Lord, is glorious in might; *

your right hand, O Lord, has overthrown the enemy.

Who can be compared with you, O Lord, among the gods? *

who is like you, glorious in holiness,

awesome in renown, and worker of wonders?

You stretched forth your right hand; *

the earth swallowed them up.

With your constant love you led the people you redeemed; *

with your might you brought them in safety to your holy dwelling.

You will bring them in and plant them *

on the mount of your possession,

The resting-place you have made for yourself, O Lord, *

the sanctuary, O Lord, that your hand has established.

The Lord shall reign *

for ever and for ever. Amen.

The Second Lesson

A reading from the First Letter of Peter 2:11-25

11
Beloved, I urge you as aliens and exiles to abstain from the desires of the flesh that wage war against the soul. 12
Conduct yourselves honorably among the Gentiles, so that, though they malign you as evildoers, they may see your honorable deeds and glorify God when he comes to judge.

13
For the Lord's sake accept the authority of every human institution, whether of the emperor as supreme, 14
or of governors, as sent by him to punish those who do wrong and to praise those who do right. 15
For it is God's will that by doing right you should silence the ignorance of the foolish. 16
As servants of God, live as free people, yet do not use your freedom as a pretext for evil. 17
Honor everyone. Love the family of believers. Fear God. Honor the emperor. 18
Slaves, accept the authority of your masters with all deference, not only those who are kind and gentle but also those who are harsh. 19
For it is a credit to you if, being aware of God, you endure pain while suffering unjustly. 20
If you endure when you are beaten for doing wrong, what credit is that? But if you endure when you do right and suffer for it, you have God's approval. 21
For to this you have been called, because Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example, so that you should follow in his steps. 22
"He committed no sin, and no deceit was found in his mouth." 23
When he was abused, he did not return abuse; when he suffered, he did not threaten; but he entrusted himself to the one who judges justly. 24
He himself bore our sins in his body on the cross, so that, free from sins, we might live for righteousness; by his wounds you have been healed. 25
For you were going astray like sheep, but now you have returned to the shepherd and guardian of your souls.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

20 Glory to God
Gloria in excelsis

Glory to God in the highest,

and peace to his people on earth.

Lord God, heavenly King,

almighty God and Father,

we worship you, we give you thanks, we praise you for your glory.

Lord Jesus Christ, only Son of the Father,

Lord God, Lamb of God,

you take away the sin of the world;

have mercy on us; you are seated at the right hand of the Father;

receive our prayer.

For you alone are the Holy One,

you alone are the Lord,

you alone are the Most High,

Jesus Christ,

with the Holy Spirit,

in the glory of God the Father. Amen.

The Gospel

A reading from the Gospel according to John 15:12-27

12
"This is my commandment, that you love one another as I have loved you. 13
No one has greater love than this, to lay down one's life for one's friends. 14
You are my friends if you do what I command you. 15
I do not call you servants any longer, because the servant does not know what the master is doing; but I have called you friends, because I have made known to you everything that I have heard from my Father. 16
You did not choose me but I chose you. And I appointed you to go and bear fruit, fruit that will last, so that the Father will give you whatever you ask him in my name. 17
I am giving you these commands so that you may love one another.

18
"If the world hates you, be aware that it hated me before it hated you. 19
If you belonged to the world, the world would love you as its own. Because you do not belong to the world, but I have chosen you out of the world—therefore the world hates you. 20
Remember the word that I said to you, 'Servants are not greater than their master.' If they persecuted me, they will persecute you; if they kept my word, they will keep yours also. 21
But they will do all these things to you on account of my name, because they do not know him who sent me. 22
If I had not come and spoken to them, they would not have sin; but now they have no excuse for their sin. 23
Whoever hates me hates my Father also. 24
If I had not done among them the works that no one else did, they would not have sin. But now they have seen and hated both me and my Father. 25
It was to fulfill the word that is written in their law, 'They hated me without a cause.'

26
"When the Advocate comes, whom I will send to you from the Father, the Spirit of truth who comes from the Father, he will testify on my behalf. 27
You also are to testify because you have been with me from the beginning.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayers

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Let us pray.

Contemporary Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

The Suffrages

Save your people, Lord, and bless your inheritance;

Govern and uphold them, now and always.

Day by day we bless you;

We praise your Name for ever.

Lord, keep us from all sin today;

Have mercy on us, Lord, have mercy.

Lord, show us your love and mercy;

For we put our trust in you.

In you, Lord, is our hope;

And we shall never hope in vain.

Collect of the Day: The Second Sunday of Easter

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.

A Collect for Mission

Almighty and everlasting God, by whose Spirit the whole body of your faithful people is governed and sanctified: Receive our supplications and prayers which we offer before you for all members of your holy Church, that in their vocation and ministry they may truly and devoutly serve you; through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

World Cycle of Prayer

We pray for the people of Equatorial Guinea
.

Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

We pray for our sisters and brothers members of the Union of Welsh Independents
.

A Collect for the Renewal of Life

O God, the King eternal, whose light divides the day from the night and turns the shadow of death into the morning: Drive far from us all wrong desires, incline our hearts to keep your law, and guide our feet into the way of peace; that, having done your will with cheerfulness while it was day, we may, when night comes, rejoice to give you thanks; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Intercessions

Let us pray now for our own needs and those of others.

Hymn: To my humble supplication

To my humble supplication

Lord, give ear and acceptation

Save thy servant, that hath none

Help nor hope but Thee alone. Amen.

Birthdays

Anniversaries

For Recovery from Sickness

For Travelers

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

For Those to be Baptized

For the Departed

Full list of prayers

For Peace Among Nations

Almighty God our heavenly Father, guide the nations of the world into the way of justice and truth, and establish among them that peace which is the fruit of righteousness, that they may become the kingdom of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

For Those in the Armed Forces of Our Country

Almighty God, we commend to your gracious care and keeping all the men and women of our armed forces at home and abroad. Defend them day by day with your heavenly grace; strengthen them in their trials and temptations; give them courage to face the perils which beset them; and grant them a sense of your abiding presence wherever they may be; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For the Conservation of Natural Resources

Almighty God, in giving us dominion over things on earth, you made us fellow workers in your creation: Give us wisdom and reverence so to use the resources of nature, that no one may suffer from our abuse of them, and that generations yet to come may continue to praise you for your bounty; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

A Prayer Attributed to St. Francis

Lord, make us instruments of your peace.

Where there is hatred, let us sow love;

where there is injury, pardon;

where there is discord, union;

where there is doubt, faith;

where there is despair, hope;

where there is darkness, light;

where there is sadness, joy.

Grant that we may not so much seek to be consoled as to console;

to be understood as to understand;

to be loved as to love.

For it is in giving that we receive;

it is in pardoning that we are pardoned;

and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life. Amen.

The Ending

The General Thanksgiving

Almighty God, Father of all mercies,

we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks

for all your goodness and loving-kindness

to us and to all whom you have made.

We bless you for our creation, preservation,

and all the blessings of this life;

but above all for your immeasurable love

in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;

for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.

And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies,

that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise,

not only with our lips, but in our lives,

by giving up our selves to your service,

and by walking before you

in holiness and righteousness all our days;

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

May the God of hope fill us with all joy and peace in believing through the power of the Holy Spirit. Amen. Romans 15:13

Hymn: God Be With You

God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus' feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

An Order of Service for Noonday

The Opening

Officiant

O God, make speed to save us.

People

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Officiant and People

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

A suitable hymn may be sung.

The Psalm

Psalm 126 In convertendo

1
When the Lord restored the fortunes of Zion, *

then were we like those who dream.

2
Then was our mouth filled with laughter, * a

nd our tongue with shouts of joy.

3
Then they said among the nations, *

The Lord has done great things for them.

4
The Lord has done great things for us, * a

nd we are glad indeed.

5
Restore our fortunes, O Lord, *

like the watercourses of the Negev.

6
Those who sowed with tears *

will reap with songs of joy.

7
Those who go out weeping, carrying the seed, *

will come again with joy, shouldering their sheaves.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

Officiant

From the rising of the sun to its setting my Name shall be great among the nations, and in every place incense shall be offered to my Name, and a pure offering; for my Name shall be great among the nations, says the Lord of Hosts. Malachi 1:11

People

Thanks be to God.

The Prayers

Officiant

Lord, have mercy.

People

Christ, have mercy.

Officiant

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant and People recite the Lord's Prayer.

Contemporary Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

Officiant

Lord, hear our prayer;

People

And let our cry come to you.

Officiant

Let us pray.

The Collect

Officiant

Lord Jesus Christ, you said to your apostles, Peace I give to you; my own peace I leave with you: Regard not our sins, but the faith of your Church, and give to us the peace and unity of that heavenly City, where with the Father and the Holy Spirit you live and reign, now and for ever.

Officiant and People

Amen.

Intercessions

Free intercessions may be offered.

Officiant

In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to your, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For our Presiding Bishop, for our own Bishop(s), for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who live and work in this community, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For yours is the majesty, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, now and for ever.

Officiant and People

Amen.

The Conclusion

Officiant

Let us bless the Lord.

People

Thanks be to God.

11 April

Noonday Prayer

The Psalm

Psalm 127 Nisi Dominus

1
Unless the LORD builds the house, *

their labor is in vain who build it.

2
Unless the LORD watches over the city, *

in vain the watchman keeps his vigil.

3
It is in vain that you rise so early and go to bed so late; *

vain, too, to eat the bread of toil,

for he gives to his beloved sleep.

4
Children are a heritage from the LORD, *

and the fruit of the womb is a gift.

5
Like arrows in the hand of a warrior *

are the children of one's youth.

6
Happy is the man who has his quiver full of them! *

he shall not be put to shame

when he contends with his enemies in the gate.

Glory to the Father,

and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

If anyone is in Christ he is a new creation; the old has passed away, behold the new has come. All this is from God, who through Christ reconciled us to himself and gave us the ministry of reconciliation. 2 Corinthians 5:17-18

Thanks be to God.

Kyrie

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

The Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Almighty Savior, who at noonday called your servant Saint Paul to be an apostle to the Gentiles: We pray you to illumine the world with the radiance of your glory, that all nations may come and worship you; for you live and reign for ever and ever. Amen.

Intercessions

In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to your, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For our Presiding Bishop, for our own Bishop(s), for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who live and work in this community, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For yours is the majesty, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, now and for ever.

Amen.

Conclusion

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

Jump to Compline

Thursday

Evening Prayer

The Opening

Opening Sentence

I will bless the Lord who gives me counsel; my heart teaches me, night after night. I have set the Lord always before me; because he is at my right hand, I shall not fall. Psalm 16:7, 8

Hymn: You are my salvation

You are my salvation

Whom then shall I fear?

In darkness and temptation

My light and help are near

You are all around me

Stronger will I stand

And danger will not crush me

When we walk hand in hand

God most high

You shelter me

And I will trust in You

God most high

You shelter me

And I will trust in You

You are my salvation

Whom then shall I fear?

In darkness and temptation

My light and help are near

You are all around me

Stronger will I stand

And danger will not crush me

When we walk hand in hand

God most high

You shelter me

And I will trust in You

God most high

You shelter me

And I will trust in You

With courage I will wait

Depending on Your mercy

You alone, O Lord, will be my peace

God most high

You shelter me

And I will trust in You

God most high

You shelter me

And I will trust in You

Singer: Yvonne Lyon

Lyrics and Music: David Lyon

Lyrics based on "God Is My Strong Salvation"

by James Montgomery (1771-1854)

Confession

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned against you

in thought, word, and deed,

by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone.

We have not loved you with our whole heart;

we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,

have mercy on us and forgive us;

that we may delight in your will,

and walk in your ways,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen.

Versicle and Response

O God, make speed to save us.

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

O Gracious Light Phos hilaron

O gracious Light,

pure brightness of the everliving Father in heaven,

O Jesus Christ, holy and blessed!

Now as we come to the setting of the sun,

and our eyes behold the vesper light,

we sing your praises, O God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

You are worthy at all times to be praised by happy voices,

O Son of God, O Giver of life,

and to be glorified through all the worlds.

The Psalm Appointed

18: Part II Et retribuet mihi
or

Coverdale

21
The Lord rewarded me because of my righteous dealing; *

because my hands were clean he rewarded me;

22
For I have kept the ways of the Lord *

and have not offended against my God;

23
For all his judgments are before my eyes, *

and his decrees I have not put away from me;

24
For I have been blameless with him *

and have kept myself from iniquity;

25
Therefore the Lord rewarded me according to my

righteous dealing, *

because of the cleanness of my hands in his sight.

26
With the faithful you show yourself faithful, O God; *

with the forthright you show yourself forthright.

27
With the pure you show yourself pure, *

but with the crooked you are wily.

28
You will save a lowly people, *

but you will humble the haughty eyes.

29
You, O Lord, are my lamp; *

my God, you make my darkness bright.

30
With you I will break down an enclosure; *

with the help of my God I will scale any wall.

31
As for God, his ways are perfect;

the words of the Lord are tried in the fire; *

he is a shield to all who trust in him.

32
For who is God, but the Lord? *

who is the Rock, except our God?

33
It is God who girds me about with strength *

and makes my way secure.

34
He makes me sure-footed like a deer *

and lets me stand firm on the heights.

35
He trains my hands for battle *

and my arms for bending even a bow of bronze.

36
You have given me your shield of victory; *

your right hand also sustains me;

your loving care makes me great.

37
You lengthen my stride beneath me, *

and my ankles do not give way.

38
I pursue my enemies and overtake them; *

I will not turn back till I have destroyed them.

39
I strike them down, and they cannot rise; *

they fall defeated at my feet.

40
You have girded me with strength for the battle; *

you have cast down my adversaries beneath me;

you have put my enemies to flight.

41
I destroy those who hate me;

they cry out, but there is none to help them; *

they cry to the Lord, but he does not answer.

42
I beat them small like dust before the wind; *

I trample them like mud in the streets.

43
You deliver me from the strife of the peoples; *

you put me at the head of the nations.

44
A people I have not known shall serve me;

no sooner shall they hear than they shall obey me; *

strangers will cringe before me.

45
The foreign peoples will lose heart; *

they shall come trembling out of their strongholds.

46
The Lord lives!Blessed is my Rock! *

Exalted is the God of my salvation!

47
He is the God who gave me victory *

and cast down the peoples beneath me.

48
You rescued me from the fury of my enemies;

you exalted me above those who rose against me; *

you saved me from my deadly foe.

49
Therefore will I extol you among the nations, O Lord, *

and sing praises to your Name.

50
He multiplies the victories of his king; *

he shows loving-kindness to his anointed,

to David and his descendants for ever.

Gloria Patri

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Ghost:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and ever shall be.

World without end. Amen. Amen.

The Lesson

The Gospel

A reading from the Gospel according to John 15:12-27

12
"This is my commandment, that you love one another as I have loved you. 13
No one has greater love than this, to lay down one's life for one's friends. 14
You are my friends if you do what I command you. 15
I do not call you servants any longer, because the servant does not know what the master is doing; but I have called you friends, because I have made known to you everything that I have heard from my Father. 16
You did not choose me but I chose you. And I appointed you to go and bear fruit, fruit that will last, so that the Father will give you whatever you ask him in my name. 17
I am giving you these commands so that you may love one another.

18
"If the world hates you, be aware that it hated me before it hated you. 19
If you belonged to the world, the world would love you as its own. Because you do not belong to the world, but I have chosen you out of the world—therefore the world hates you. 20
Remember the word that I said to you, 'Servants are not greater than their master.' If they persecuted me, they will persecute you; if they kept my word, they will keep yours also. 21
But they will do all these things to you on account of my name, because they do not know him who sent me. 22
If I had not come and spoken to them, they would not have sin; but now they have no excuse for their sin. 23
Whoever hates me hates my Father also. 24
If I had not done among them the works that no one else did, they would not have sin. But now they have seen and hated both me and my Father. 25
It was to fulfill the word that is written in their law, 'They hated me without a cause.'

26
"When the Advocate comes, whom I will send to you from the Father, the Spirit of truth who comes from the Father, he will testify on my behalf. 27
You also are to testify because you have been with me from the beginning.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The Song of Mary

Luke 1:46-55

Magnificat

My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord,

my spirit rejoices in God my Savior;*

for he has looked with favor on his lowly servant.

From this day all generations will call me blessed:*

the Almighty has done great things for me,

and holy is his Name.

He has mercy on those who fear him*

in every generation.

He has shown the strength of his arm,*

he has scattered the proud in their conceit.

He has cast down the mighty from their thrones,*

and has lifted up the lowly.

He has filled the hungry with good things,*

and the rich he has sent away empty.

He has come to the help of his servant Israel,*

for he has remembered his promise of mercy,

The promise he made to our fathers,*

to Abraham and his children for ever.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Creed

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayers

The Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

The Suffrages

That this evening may be holy, good, and peaceful,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That your holy angels may lead us in paths of peace and goodwill,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That we may be pardoned and forgiven for our sins and offenses,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That there may be peace to your Church and to the whole world,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That we may depart this life in your faith and fear, and not be condemned before the great judgment seat of Christ,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That we may be bound together by your Holy Spirit in the communion of all your saints, entrusting one another and all our life to Christ,

We entreat you, O Lord.

Collect of the Day: The Second Sunday of Easter

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.

For Mission

Keep watch, dear Lord, with those who work, or watch, or weep this night, and give your angels charge over those who sleep. Tend the sick, Lord Christ; give rest to the weary, bless the dying, soothe the suffering, pity the afflicted, shield the joyous; and all for your love's sake. Amen.

World Cycle of Prayer

We pray for the people of The Republic of the Congo
.

Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

We pray for our sisters and brothers members of the Anglican Church of Burundi.

A Collect for Protection

O God, the life of all who live, the light of the faithful, the strength of those who labor, and the repose of the dead: We thank you for the blessings of the day that is past, and humbly ask for your protection through the coming night. Bring us in safety to the morning hours; through him who died and rose again for us, your Son our Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

Intercessions

Let us pray now for our own needs and those of others.

Hymn: To my humble supplication

To my humble supplication

Lord, give ear and acceptation

Save thy servant, that hath none

Help nor hope but Thee alone. Amen.

Birthdays

Anniversaries

For Recovery from Sickness

For Travelers

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

For Those to be Baptized

For the Departed

Full list of prayers

For Those Who Need Continuing Care

Look with mercy, O God our Father, on all persons who have become ill, weak, distressed, or isolated. Provide for them homes of dignity and peace; give them understanding helpers, and the willingness to accept help; and increase their faith and their assurance of your love. This we ask in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For the Absent

O God, whose fatherly care reaches to the uttermost parts of the earth: We humbly beseech you graciously to behold and bless whom we love, now absent from us. Defend them from all dangers of soul and body; and grant that both they and we, drawing nearer to you, may be bound together by your love in the communion of your Holy Spirit, and in the fellowship of your saints; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Hymn: Praise to the Lord

Praise to the Lord, the Almighty, the King of creation!

O my soul, praise him, for he is thy health and salvation!

All ye who hear,

Brothers and sisters draw near,

Praise him in glad adoration.

Praise to the Lord, who o'er all things so wondrously reigneth,

Shelters thee under his wings, yea, so gently sustaineth!

Hast thou not seen

All that is needful has been

Granted in what he ordaineth?

Praise to the Lord, who doth prosper thy work and defend thee!

Surely his goodness and mercy here daily attend thee;

Ponder anew

What the Almighty can do,

Who with his love doth befriend thee!

Praise to the Lord! O let all that is in me adore him!

All that hath life and breath, come now with praises before him.

Let the Amen

Sound from his people again;

Gladly for aye we adore him.

Words: Joachim Neander; translated by Catherine Winkworth

Tune: Lobe Den Herren

A Prayer of Self-Dedication

Almighty and eternal God,

so draw our hearts to you,

so guide our minds,

so fill our imaginations,

so control our wills,

that we may be wholly yours,

utterly dedicated unto you;

and then use us, we pray you, as you will,

and always to your glory and the welfare of your people;

through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

The Ending

The General Thanksgiving

Almighty God, Father of all mercies,

we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks

for all your goodness and loving-kindness

to us and to all whom you have made.

We bless you for our creation, preservation,

and all the blessings of this life;

but above all for your immeasurable love

in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;

for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.

And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies,

that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise,

not only with our lips, but in our lives,

by giving up our selves to your service,

and by walking before you

in holiness and righteousness all our days;

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with us all evermore. Amen. 2 Corinthians 13:14

Hymn: God Be With You

God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus' feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

11 April Compline

Opening Sentence

The Lord Almighty grant us a peaceful night and a perfect end.

Amen.

Our help is in the Name of the Lord;

The maker of heaven and earth.

Confession

Let us confess our sins to God.

Almighty God, our heavenly Father:

We have sinned against you,

through our own fault,

in thought, and word, and deed,

and in what we have left undone.

For the sake of your Son our Lord Jesus Christ,

forgive us all our offenses;

and grant that we may serve you

in newness of life,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

May the Almighty God grant us forgiveness of all our sins,and the grace and comfort of the Holy Spirit.

Amen.

Psalm 91 Qui habitat

1
He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High, *

abides under the shadow of the Almighty.

2
He shall say to the LORD, "You are my refuge and my stronghold, *

my God in whom I put my trust."

3
He shall deliver you from the snare of the hunter *

and from the deadly pestilence.

4
He shall cover you with his pinions, and you shall find refuge under his wings; *

his faithfulness shall be a shield and buckler.

5
You shall not be afraid of any terror by night, *

nor of the arrow that flies by day;

6
Of the plague that stalks in the darkness, *

nor of the sickness that lays waste at mid-day.

7
A thousand shall fall at your side

and ten thousand at your right hand, *

but it shall not come near you.

8
Your eyes have only to behold *

to see the reward of the wicked.

9
Because you have made the LORD your refuge, *

and the Most High your habitation,

10
There shall no evil happen to you, *

neither shall any plague come near your dwelling.

11
For he shall give his angels charge over you, *

to keep you in all your ways.

12
They shall bear you in their hands, *

lest you dash your foot against a stone.

13
You shall tread upon the lion and the adder; *

you shall trample the young lion and the serpent under your feet.

14
Because he is bound to me in love,

therefore will I deliver him; *

I will protect him, because he knows my Name.

15
He shall call upon me, and I will answer him; *

I am with him in trouble;

I will rescue him and bring him to honor.

16
With long life will I satisfy him, *

and show him my salvation.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

May the God of peace, who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus, and great shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the eternal covenant, equip you with everything good that you may do his will, working in you that which is pleasing in his sight; through Jesus Christ, to whom be glory for ever and ever. Hebrews 13:20-21

Thanks be to God.

Responses

Into your hands, O Lord, I commend my spirit;

For you have redeemed me, O Lord, O God of truth.

Keep us, O Lord, as the apple of your eye;

Hide us under the shadow of your wings.

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Look down, O Lord, from your heavenly throne, and illumine this night with your celestial brightness; that by night as by day your people may glorify your holy Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Prayer

Keep watch, dear Lord, with those who work, or watch, or weep this night, and give your angels charge over those who sleep. Tend the sick, Lord Christ; give rest to the weary, bless the dying, soothe the suffering, pity the afflicted, shield the joyous; and all for your love's sake. Amen.

The Song of Simeon

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Lord, you now have set your servant free *

to go in peace as you have promised;

For these eyes of mine have seen the Savior, *

whom you have prepared for all the world to see:

A Light to enlighten the nations, *

and the glory of your people Israel.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The almighty and merciful Lord, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, bless us and keep us.

Amen.

Jump to Noonday

Friday

Morning Prayer

The Opening

Opening Sentence

The hour is coming, and now is, when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth, for such the Father seeks to worship him. John 4:23

Hymn: From all that dwell below the skies

From all that dwell below the skies,

Let the Creator's praise arise;

Alleluia! Alleluia!

Let the Redeemer's name be sung

Through ev'ry land by ev'ry tongue.

Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!

Eternal are Thy mercies Lord;

Eternal truth attends Thy Word;

Alleluia! Alleluia!

Thy praise shall sound from shore to shore

Till suns shall rise and set no more.

Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!

Alleluia!

Singers: Scott Krippayne

Words: Issac Watts

Arrangment: Scott Krippayne, Kirk Cameron

Confession of Sin

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned against you

in thought, word, and deed,

by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone.

We have not loved you with our whole heart;

we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,

have mercy on us and forgive us;

that we may delight in your will,

and walk in your ways,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen.

Versicle and Response

Lord, open our lips.

And our mouth shall proclaim your praise.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

Antiphon

The mercy of the Lord is everlasting: Come let us adore him.

Jubilate

Be joyful in the Lord, all you lands;

serve the Lord with gladness

and come before his presence with a song.

Know this: the Lord himself is God;

he himself has made us, and we are his;

we are his people and the sheep of his pasture.

Enter his gates with thanksgiving;

go into his courts with praise;

give thanks to him and call upon his Name.

For the Lord is good;

his mercy is everlasting;

and his faithfulness endures from age to age.

The mercy of the Lord is everlasting: Come let us adore him.

The Psalms Appointed

16

or Coverdale

Conserva me, Domine

1
Protect me, O God, for I take refuge in you; *

I have said to the Lord, "You are my Lord,

my good above all other."

2
All my delight is upon the godly that are in the land, *

upon those who are noble among the people.

3
But those who run after other gods *

shall have their troubles multiplied.

4
Their libations of blood I will not offer, *

nor take the names of their gods upon my lips.

5
O Lord, you are my portion and my cup; *

it is you who uphold my lot.

6
My boundaries enclose a pleasant land; *

indeed, I have a goodly heritage.

7
I will bless the Lord who gives me counsel; *

my heart teaches me, night after night.

8
I have set the Lord always before me; *

because he is at my right hand I shall not fall.

9
My heart, therefore, is glad, and my spirit rejoices; *

my body also shall rest in hope.

10
For you will not abandon me to the grave, *

nor let your holy one see the Pit.

11
You will show me the path of life; *

in your presence there is fullness of joy,

and in your right hand are pleasures for evermore.

17

or Coverdale

Exaudi, Domine

1
Hear my plea of innocence, O Lord;

give heed to my cry; *

listen to my prayer, which does not come from lying lips.

2
Let my vindication come forth from your presence; *

let your eyes be fixed on justice.

3
Weigh my heart, summon me by night, *

melt me down; you will find no impurity in me.

4
I give no offense with my mouth as others do; *

I have heeded the words of your lips.

5
My footsteps hold fast to the ways of your law; *

in your paths my feet shall not stumble.

6
I call upon you, O God, for you will answer me; *

incline your ear to me and hear my words.

7
Show me your marvelous loving-kindness, *

O Savior of those who take refuge at your right hand

from those who rise up against them.

8
Keep me as the apple of your eye; *

hide me under the shadow of your wings,

9
From the wicked who assault me, *

from my deadly enemies who surround me.

10
They have closed their heart to pity, *

and their mouth speaks proud things.

11
They press me hard,

now they surround me, *

watching how they may cast me to the ground,

12
Like a lion, greedy for its prey, *

and like a young lion lurking in secret places.

13
Arise, O Lord; confront them and bring them down; *

deliver me from the wicked by your sword.

14
Deliver me, O Lord, by your hand *

from those whose portion in life is this world;

15
Whose bellies you fill with your treasure, *

who are well supplied with children

and leave their wealth to their little ones.

16
But at my vindication I shall see your face; *

when I awake, I shall be satisfied, beholding your likeness.

Gloria Patri

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Ghost:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and ever shall be.

World without end. Amen. Amen.

The Lessons

The First Lesson

A reading from the Book of Exodus 16:23-36

23
he said to them, "This is what the Lord has commanded: 'Tomorrow is a day of solemn rest, a holy sabbath to the Lord; bake what you want to bake and boil what you want to boil, and all that is left over put aside to be kept until morning.'" 24
So they put it aside until morning, as Moses commanded them; and it did not become foul, and there were no worms in it. 25
Moses said, "Eat it today, for today is a sabbath to the Lord; today you will not find it in the field. 26
Six days you shall gather it; but on the seventh day, which is a sabbath, there will be none." 27
On the seventh day some of the people went out to gather, and they found none. 28
The Lord said to Moses, "How long will you refuse to keep my commandments and instructions? 29
See! The Lord has given you the sabbath, therefore on the sixth day he gives you food for two days; each of you stay where you are; do not leave your place on the seventh day." 30
So the people rested on the seventh day. 31
The house of Israel called it manna; it was like coriander seed, white, and the taste of it was like wafers made with honey.

32
Moses said, "This is what the Lord has commanded: 'Let an omer of it be kept throughout your generations, in order that they may see the food with which I fed you in the wilderness, when I brought you out of the land of Egypt.'" 33
And Moses said to Aaron, "Take a jar, and put an omer of manna in it, and place it before the Lord, to be kept throughout your generations." 34
As the Lord commanded Moses, so Aaron placed it before the covenant, for safekeeping. 35
The Israelites ate manna forty years, until they came to a habitable land; they ate manna, until they came to the border of the land of Canaan. 36
An omer is a tenth of an ephah.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

10 The Second Song of Isaiah
Quaerite Dominum

Isaiah 55:6-1

Seek the Lord while he wills to be found; *

call upon him when he draws near.

Let the wicked forsake their ways *

and the evil ones their thoughts;

And let them turn to the Lord, and he will have compassion, *

and to our God, for he will richly pardon.

For my thoughts are not your thoughts, *

nor your ways my ways, says the Lord.

For as the heavens are higher than the earth, *

so are my ways higher than your ways,

and my thoughts than your thoughts.

For as rain and snow fall from the heavens *

and return not again, but water the earth,

Bringing forth life and giving growth, *

seed for sowing and bread for eating,

So is my word that goes forth from my mouth; *

it will not return to me empty;

But it will accomplish that which I have purposed, *

and prosper in that for which I sent it.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Second Lesson

A reading from the First Letter of Peter 3:13-4:6

13
Now who will harm you if you are eager to do what is good? 14
But even if you do suffer for doing what is right, you are blessed. Do not fear what they fear, and do not be intimidated, 15
but in your hearts sanctify Christ as Lord. Always be ready to make your defense to anyone who demands from you an accounting for the hope that is in you;

16
yet do it with gentleness and reverence. Keep your conscience clear, so that, when you are maligned, those who abuse you for your good conduct in Christ may be put to shame. 17
For it is better to suffer for doing good, if suffering should be God's will, than to suffer for doing evil.

1
For Christ also suffered for sins once for all, the righteous for the unrighteous, in order to bring you to God. He was put to death in the flesh, but made alive in the spirit, 19
in which also he went and made a proclamation to the spirits in prison, 20
who in former times did not obey, when God waited patiently in the days of Noah, during the building of the ark, in which a few, that is, eight persons, were saved through water.

21
And baptism, which this prefigured, now saves you—not as a removal of dirt from the body, but as an appeal to God for a good conscience, through the resurrection of Jesus Christ, 22
who has gone into heaven and is at the right hand of God, with angels, authorities, and powers made subject to him.

4
Since therefore Christ suffered in the flesh, arm yourselves also with the same intention (for whoever has suffered in the flesh has finished with sin), 2
so as to live for the rest of your earthly life no longer by human desires but by the will of God. 3
You have already spent enough time in doing what the Gentiles like to do, living in licentiousness, passions, drunkenness, revels, carousing, and lawless idolatry.

4
They are surprised that you no longer join them in the same excesses of dissipation, and so they blaspheme. 5
But they will have to give an accounting to him who stands ready to judge the living and the dead. 6
For this is the reason the gospel was proclaimed even to the dead, so that, though they had been judged in the flesh as everyone is judged, they might live in the spirit as God does.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

18 A Song to the Lamb
Dignus es

Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13

Splendor and honor and kingly power *

are yours by right, O Lord our God,

For you created everything that is, *

and by your will they were created and have their being;

And yours by right, O Lamb that was slain, *

for with your blood you have redeemed for God,

From every family, language, people, and nation, *

a kingdom of priests to serve our God.

And so, to him who sits upon the throne, *

and to Christ the Lamb,

Be worship and praise, dominion and splendor, *

for ever and for evermore.

The Gospel

A reading from the Gospel according to John 16:1-15

1
"I have said these things to you to keep you from stumbling. 2
They will put you out of the synagogues. Indeed, an hour is coming when those who kill you will think that by doing so they are offering worship to God. 3
And they will do this because they have not known the Father or me. 4
But I have said these things to you so that when their hour comes you may remember that I told you about them. "I did not say these things to you from the beginning, because I was with you. 5
But now I am going to him who sent me; yet none of you asks me, 'Where are you going?' 6
But because I have said these things to you, sorrow has filled your hearts.

7
Nevertheless I tell you the truth: it is to your advantage that I go away, for if I do not go away, the Advocate will not come to you; but if I go, I will send him to you. 8
And when he comes, he will prove the world wrong about sin and righteousness and judgment: 9
about sin, because they do not believe in me; 10
about righteousness, because I am going to the Father and you will see me no longer; 11
about judgment, because the ruler of this world has been condemned. 12
"I still have many things to say to you, but you cannot bear them now. 13
When the Spirit of truth comes, he will guide you into all the truth; for he will not speak on his own, but will speak whatever he hears, and he will declare to you the things that are to come. 14
He will glorify me, because he will take what is mine and declare it to you. 15
All that the Father has is mine. For this reason I said that he will take what is mine and declare it to you.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayers

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Let us pray.

Contemporary Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

The Suffrages

Save your people, Lord, and bless your inheritance;

Govern and uphold them, now and always.

Day by day we bless you;

We praise your Name for ever.

Lord, keep us from all sin today;

Have mercy on us, Lord, have mercy.

Lord, show us your love and mercy;

For we put our trust in you.

In you, Lord, is our hope;

And we shall never hope in vain.

Collect of the Day: The Second Sunday of Easter

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.

A Collect for Mission

Lord Jesus Christ, you stretched out your arms of love on the hard wood of the cross that everyone might come within the reach of your saving embrace: So clothe us in your Spirit that we, reaching forth our hands in love, may bring those who do not know you to the knowledge and love of you; for the honor of your Name. Amen.

World Cycle of Prayer

We pray for the people of Eritrea
.

Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

We pray for our sisters and brothers members of the United Church in Jamaica and the Cayman Islands
.

A Collect for Fridays

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 your Son our Lord. Amen.

Intercessions

Let us pray now for our own needs and those of others.

Hymn: To my humble supplication

To my humble supplication

Lord, give ear and acceptation

Save thy servant, that hath none

Help nor hope but Thee alone. Amen.

Birthdays

Anniversaries

For Recovery from Sickness

For Travelers

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

For Those to be Baptized

For the Departed

Full list of prayers

For Our Enemies

O God, the Father of all, whose Son commanded us to love our enemies: Lead them and us from prejudice to truth; deliver them and us from hatred, cruelty, and revenge; and in your good time enable us all to stand reconciled before you; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For Social Justice

Grant, O God, that your holy and life-giving Spirit may so move every human heart, that barriers which divide us may crumble, suspicions disappear, and hatreds cease; that our divisions being healed, we may live in justice and peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For Young Persons

God our Father, you see your children growing up in an unsteady and confusing world: Show them that your ways give more life than the ways of the world, and that following you is better than chasing after selfish goals. Help them to take failure, not as a measure of their worth, but as a chance for a new start. Give them strength to hold their faith in you, and to keep alive their joy in your creation; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Hymn: Come, Thou Fount of every blessing

Come, Thou Fount of every blessing,

Tune my heart to sing Thy grace;

Streams of mercy, never ceasing,

Call for songs of loudest praise.

Teach me some melodious sonnet,

Sung by flaming tongues above;

Praise the mount! I'm fixed upon it,

Mount of Thy unchanging love.

[Interlude]

Here I'll raise my Ebenezer;

Hither by Thy help I'm come;

And I hope, by Thy good pleasure,

Safely to arrive at home.

Jesus sought me when a stranger,

Wand'ring from the fold of God;

He, to rescue me from danger,

Interposed His precious blood.

[Interlude]

Oh, to grace how great a debtor

Daily I'm constrained to be!

Let Thy grace now, like a fetter,

Bind my wandering heart to Thee.

"Prone to wander, Lord, I feel it,"

"Prone to leave the God I love."

"Here's my heart, O take and seal it,

Seal it for Thy courts above."

Singer: Sufjan Stevens

Words: Robert Robinson

A Prayer of Self-Dedication

Almighty and eternal God,

so draw our hearts to you,

so guide our minds,

so fill our imaginations,

so control our wills,

that we may be wholly yours,

utterly dedicated unto you;

and then use us, we pray you, as you will,

and always to your glory and the welfare of your people;

through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

The Ending

The General Thanksgiving

Almighty God, Father of all mercies,

we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks

for all your goodness and loving-kindness

to us and to all whom you have made.

We bless you for our creation, preservation,

and all the blessings of this life;

but above all for your immeasurable love

in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;

for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.

And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies,

that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise,

not only with our lips, but in our lives,

by giving up our selves to your service,

and by walking before you

in holiness and righteousness all our days;

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with us all evermore. Amen. 2 Corinthians 13:14

Hymn: God Be With You

God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus' feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

An Order of Service for Noonday

The Opening

Officiant

O God, make speed to save us.

People

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Officiant and People

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

A suitable hymn may be sung.

The Psalm

Psalm 119 Lucerna pedibus meis

105
Your word is a lantern to my feet *

and a light upon my path.

106
I have sworn and am determined *

to keep your righteous judgments.

107
I am deeply troubled; *

preserve my life, O Lord, according to your word.

108
Accept, O Lord, the willing tribute of my lips, *

and teach me your judgments.

109
My life is always in my hand, *

yet I do not forget your law.

110
The wicked have set a trap for me, *

but I have not strayed from your commandments.

111
Your decrees are my inheritance for ever; *

truly, they are the joy of my heart.

112
I have applied my heart to fulfill your statutes *

for ever and to the end.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

Officiant

The love of God has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit that has been given to us. Romans 5:5

People

Thanks be to God.

The Prayers

Officiant

Lord, have mercy.

People

Christ, have mercy.

Officiant

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant and People recite the Lord's Prayer.

Contemporary Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

Officiant

Lord, hear our prayer;

People

And let our cry come to you.

Officiant

Let us pray.

The Collect

Officiant

Heavenly Father, send your Holy Spirit into our hearts, to direct and rule us according to your will, to comfort us in all our afflictions, to defend us from all error, and to lead us into all truth; through Jesus Christ our Lord.

Officiant and People

Amen.

Intercessions

Free intercessions may be offered.

Officiant

In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to your, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For our Presiding Bishop, for our own Bishop(s), for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who live and work in this community, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For yours is the majesty, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, now and for ever.

Officiant and People

Amen.

The Conclusion

Officiant

Let us bless the Lord.

People

Thanks be to God.

12 April

Noonday Prayer

The Psalm

Psalm 128 Beati omnes

1
Happy are they all who fear the LORD, *

and who follow in his ways!

2
You shall eat the fruit of your labor; *

happiness and prosperity shall be yours.

3
Your wife shall be like a fruitful vine within your house, *

your children like olive shoots round about your table.

4
The man who fears the LORD *

shall thus indeed be blessed.

5
The LORD bless you from Zion, *

and may you see the prosperity of Jerusalem all the days of your life.

6
May you live to see your children's children; *

may peace be upon Israel.

Glory to the Father,

and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

From the rising of the sun to its setting my Name shall be great among the nations, and in every place incense shall be offered to my Name, and a pure offering; for my Name shall be great among the nations, says the Lord of Hosts. Malachi 1:11

Thanks be to God.

Kyrie

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

The Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Lord Jesus Christ, you said to your apostles, "Peace I give to you; my peace I leave with you:" Regard not our sins, but the faith of your Church, and give to us the peace and unity of that heavenly city, where with the Father and the Holy Spirit you live and reign, now and for ever. Amen.

Intercessions

In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to your, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For our Presiding Bishop, for our own Bishop(s), for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who live and work in this community, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For yours is the majesty, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, now and for ever.

Amen.

Conclusion

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

Jump to Compline

Friday

Evening Prayer

The Opening

Opening Sentence

Seek him who made the Pleiades and Orion, and turns deep darkness into the morning, and darkens the day into night; who calls for the waters of the sea and pours them out upon the surface of the earth: The Lord is his name. Amos 5:8

Hymn: Now rest beneath night's shadow

Now rest beneath night's shadow

The woodland, field, and meadow,

The world in slumber lies;

But you, my heart, awake thee,

To prayer and song betake thee;

Let praise to the Creator rise.

Let praise to the Creator rise.

Lord Jesus, You do love me,

Oh, spread Your wings above me

And shield me from alarm!

Though Satan would devour me,

Let angel-guards sing o'er me:

This child of God shall meet no harm!

This child of God shall meet no harm!

Music: Paul Gerhardt

Tune: Nun ruhen alle Wlder

Confession

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned against you

in thought, word, and deed,

by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone.

We have not loved you with our whole heart;

we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,

have mercy on us and forgive us;

that we may delight in your will,

and walk in your ways,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen.

Versicle and Response

O God, make speed to save us.

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

O Gracious Light Phos hilaron

O gracious Light,

pure brightness of the everliving Father in heaven,

O Jesus Christ, holy and blessed!

Now as we come to the setting of the sun,

and our eyes behold the vesper light,

we sing your praises, O God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

You are worthy at all times to be praised by happy voices,

O Son of God, O Giver of life,

and to be glorified through all the worlds.

The Psalms Appointed

134 Ecce nunc

Coverdale

1
Behold now, bless the Lord, all you servants of the Lord, *

you that stand by night in the house of the Lord.

2
Lift up your hands in the holy place and bless the Lord; *

the Lord who made heaven and earth bless

you out of Zion.

135 Laudate nomen

Coverdale

1
Hallelujah!

Praise the Name of the Lord; *

give praise, you servants of the Lord.

2
You who stand in the house of the Lord, *

in the courts of the house of our God.

3
Praise the Lord, for the Lord is good; *

sing praises to his Name, for it is lovely.

4
For the Lord has chosen Jacob for himself *

and Israel for his own possession.

5
For I know that the Lord is great, *

and that our Lord is above all gods.

6
The Lord does whatever pleases him, in heaven and on earth, *

in the seas and all the deeps.

7
He brings up rain clouds from the ends of the earth; *

he sends out lightning with the rain,

and brings the winds out of his storehouse.

8
It was he who struck down the firstborn of Egypt, *

the firstborn both of man and beast.

9
He sent signs and wonders into the midst of you, O Egypt, *

against Pharaoh and all his servants.

10
He overthrew many nations *

and put mighty kings to death:

11
Sihon, king of the Amorites,

and Og, the king of Bashan, *

and all the kingdoms of Canaan.

12
He gave their land to be an inheritance, *

an inheritance for Israel his people.

13
O Lord, your Name is everlasting; *

your renown, O Lord, endures from age to age.

14
For the Lord gives his people justice *

and shows compassion to his servants.

15
The idols of the heathen are silver and gold, *

the work of human hands.

16
They have mouths, but they cannot speak; *

eyes have they, but they cannot see.

17
They have ears, but they cannot hear; *

neither is there any breath in their mouth.

18
Those who make them are like them, *

and so are all who put their trust in them.

19
Bless the Lord, O house of Israel; *

O house of Aaron, bless the Lord.

20
Bless the Lord, O house of Levi; *

you who fear the Lord, bless the Lord.

21
Blessed be the Lord out of Zion, *

who dwells in Jerusalem.

Hallelujah!

Gloria Patri

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Ghost:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and ever shall be.

World without end. Amen. Amen.

The Lesson

The Gospel

A reading from the Gospel according to John 16:1-15

1
"I have said these things to you to keep you from stumbling. 2
They will put you out of the synagogues. Indeed, an hour is coming when those who kill you will think that by doing so they are offering worship to God. 3
And they will do this because they have not known the Father or me. 4
But I have said these things to you so that when their hour comes you may remember that I told you about them. "I did not say these things to you from the beginning, because I was with you. 5
But now I am going to him who sent me; yet none of you asks me, 'Where are you going?' 6
But because I have said these things to you, sorrow has filled your hearts.

7
Nevertheless I tell you the truth: it is to your advantage that I go away, for if I do not go away, the Advocate will not come to you; but if I go, I will send him to you. 8
And when he comes, he will prove the world wrong about sin and righteousness and judgment: 9
about sin, because they do not believe in me; 10
about righteousness, because I am going to the Father and you will see me no longer; 11
about judgment, because the ruler of this world has been condemned. 12
"I still have many things to say to you, but you cannot bear them now. 13
When the Spirit of truth comes, he will guide you into all the truth; for he will not speak on his own, but will speak whatever he hears, and he will declare to you the things that are to come. 14
He will glorify me, because he will take what is mine and declare it to you. 15
All that the Father has is mine. For this reason I said that he will take what is mine and declare it to you.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The Song of Mary

Luke 1:46-55

Magnificat

My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord,

my spirit rejoices in God my Savior;*

for he has looked with favor on his lowly servant.

From this day all generations will call me blessed:*

the Almighty has done great things for me,

and holy is his Name.

He has mercy on those who fear him*

in every generation.

He has shown the strength of his arm,*

he has scattered the proud in their conceit.

He has cast down the mighty from their thrones,*

and has lifted up the lowly.

He has filled the hungry with good things,*

and the rich he has sent away empty.

He has come to the help of his servant Israel,*

for he has remembered his promise of mercy,

The promise he made to our fathers,*

to Abraham and his children for ever.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Creed

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayers

The Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

The Suffrages

Show us your mercy, O Lord;

And grant us your salvation.

Clothe your ministers with righteousness;

Let your people sing with joy.

Give peace, O Lord, in all the world;

For only in you can we live in safety.

Lord, keep this nation under your care;

And guide us in the way of justice and truth.

Let your way be known upon earth;

Your saving health among all nations.

Let not the needy, O Lord, be forgotten;

Nor the hope of the poor be taken away.

Create in us clean hearts, O God;

And sustain us with your Holy Spirit.

Collect of the Day: The Second Sunday of Easter

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.

For Mission

O God, you have made of one blood all the peoples of the earth, and sent your blessed Son to preach peace to those who are far off and to those who are near: Grant that people everywhere may seek after you and find you; bring the nations into your fold; pour out your Spirit upon all flesh, and hasten the coming of your kingdom; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

World Cycle of Prayer

We pray for the people of Costa Rica
.

Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

We pray for our sisters and brothers members of the Slovak Evangelical Church of the Augsburg Confession in Serbia & Montenegro
.

A Collect for Fridays

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 your Son our Lord. Amen.

Hymn: To my humble supplication

To my humble supplication

Lord, give ear and acceptation

Save thy servant, that hath none

Help nor hope but Thee alone. Amen.

Prayers and Intercessions

Let us pray now for our own needs and those of others.

Birthdays

Anniversaries

For Recovery from Sickness

For Travelers

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

For Those to be Baptized

For the Departed

Full list of prayers

For Clergy and People

Almighty and everlasting God, from whom cometh every good and perfect gift: Send down upon our bishops, and other clergy, and upon the congregations committed to their charge, the healthful Spirit of thy grace; and, that they may truly please thee, pour upon them the continual dew of thy blessing. Grant this, O Lord, for the honor of our Advocate and Mediator, Jesus Christ. Amen.

For the Unity of the Church

O God the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, our only Savior, the Prince of Peace: Give us grace seriously to lay to heart the great dangers we are in by our unhappy divisions; take away all hatred and prejudice, and whatever else may hinder us from godly union and concord; that, as there is but one Body and one Spirit, one hope of our calling, one Lord, one Faith, one Baptism, one God and Father of us all, so we may be all of one heart and of one soul, united in one holy bond of truth and peace, of faith and charity, and may with one mind and one mouth glorify you; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For Monastic Orders and Vocations

O Lord Jesus Christ, you became poor for our sake, that we might be made rich through your poverty: Guide and sanctify, we pray, those whom you call to follow you under the vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience, that by their prayer and service they may enrich your Church, and by their life and worship may glorify your Name; for you reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Hymn: Night is come

Night is come; stars shine down

twinkling over field and town.

Now we stop here to pray:

"Thank you, God, for this day."

This one sleeps; this one wakes.

And each one comfort takes

from the Joy that surrounds

all Creation without bounds.

Day by day, year by year,

let us know You are near.

Night by night from above

teach us mercy, peace, and love.

A Prayer Attributed to St. Francis

Lord, make us instruments of your peace.

Where there is hatred, let us sow love;

where there is injury, pardon;

where there is discord, union;

where there is doubt, faith;

where there is despair, hope;

where there is darkness, light;

where there is sadness, joy.

Grant that we may not so much seek to be consoled as to console;

to be understood as to understand;

to be loved as to love.

For it is in giving that we receive;

it is in pardoning that we are pardoned;

and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life. Amen.

The Ending

The General Thanksgiving

Almighty God, Father of all mercies,

we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks

for all your goodness and loving-kindness

to us and to all whom you have made.

We bless you for our creation, preservation,

and all the blessings of this life;

but above all for your immeasurable love

in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;

for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.

And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies,

that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise,

not only with our lips, but in our lives,

by giving up our selves to your service,

and by walking before you

in holiness and righteousness all our days;

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with us all evermore. Amen. 2 Corinthians 13:14

Hymn: God Be With You

God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus' feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

12 April Compline

Opening Sentence

The Lord Almighty grant us a peaceful night and a perfect end.

Amen.

Our help is in the Name of the Lord;

The maker of heaven and earth.

Confession

Let us confess our sins to God.

Almighty God, our heavenly Father:

We have sinned against you,

through our own fault,

in thought, and word, and deed,

and in what we have left undone.

For the sake of your Son our Lord Jesus Christ,

forgive us all our offenses;

and grant that we may serve you

in newness of life,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

May the Almighty God grant us forgiveness of all our sins,and the grace and comfort of the Holy Spirit.

Amen.

Psalm 134 Ecce nunc

1
Behold now, bless the LORD, all you servants of the LORD, *

you that stand by night in the house of the LORD.

2
Lift up your hands in the holy place and bless the LORD; *

the LORD who made heaven and earth bless you out of Zion.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

Be sober, be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. Resist him, firm in your faith. 1 Peter 5:8-9a

Thanks be to God.

Responses

Into your hands, O Lord, I commend my spirit;

For you have redeemed me, O Lord, O God of truth.

Keep us, O Lord, as the apple of your eye;

Hide us under the shadow of your wings.

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Visit this place, O Lord, and drive far from it all snare of the enemy; let your holy angels dwell with us to preserve us in peace; and let your blessing be upon us always; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Prayer

O God, your unfailing providence sustains the world we live in and the life we live: Watch over those, both night and day, who work while others sleep, and grant that we may never forget that our common life depends upon each other's toil; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

The Song of Simeon

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Lord, you now have set your servant free *

to go in peace as you have promised;

For these eyes of mine have seen the Savior, *

whom you have prepared for all the world to see:

A Light to enlighten the nations, *

and the glory of your people Israel.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The almighty and merciful Lord, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, bless us and keep us.

Amen.

Jump to Noonday

Saturday

Morning Prayer

The Opening

Opening Sentence

Thus says the high and lofty One who inhabits eternity, whose name is Holy, 'I dwell in the high and holy place and also with the one who has a contrite and humble spirit, to revive the spirit of the humble and to revive the heart of the contrite.' Isaiah 57:15

Hymn: Lead me, Lord

Lead me, Lord,

lead me in Thy righteousness,

make Thy way plain before my face.

Lead me, Lord,

lead me in Thy righteousness,

make Thy way plain before my face.

For it is Thou, Lord,

Thou, Lord, only,

that makest me dwell in safety.

For it is Thou, Lord,

Thou, Lord, only,

that makest me dwell in safety.

Singers: The Choir of Somerville College, Oxford

Music and lyrics: Samuel Sebastian Wesley

Confession of Sin

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned against you

in thought, word, and deed,

by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone.

We have not loved you with our whole heart;

we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,

have mercy on us and forgive us;

that we may delight in your will,

and walk in your ways,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen.

The Invitatory and Psalter

Lord, open our lips.

And our mouth shall proclaim your praise.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

Antiphon

Worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness:

Come let us adore him.

Venite Psalm 95:1-7

Come, let us sing to the Lord; *

let us shout for joy to the Rock of our salvation.

Let us come before his presence with thanksgiving *

and raise a loud shout to him with psalms.

For the Lord is a great God, *

and a great King above all gods.

In his hand are the caverns of the earth, *

and the heights of the hills are his also.

The sea is his, for he made it, *

and his hands have molded the dry land.

Come, let us bow down, and bend the knee, *

and kneel before the Lord our Maker.

For he is our God,

and we are the people of his pasture and the sheep of his hand. *

Oh, that today you would hearken to his voice!

Worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness:

Come let us adore him.

The Psalms Appointed

20 Exaudiat te Dominus
or

Coverdale

1
May the Lord answer you in the day of trouble, *

the Name of the God of Jacob defend you;

2
Send you help from his holy place *

and strengthen you out of Zion;

3
Remember all your offerings *

and accept your burnt sacrifice;

4
Grant you your heart's desire *

and prosper all your plans.

5
We will shout for joy at your victory

and triumph in the Name of our God; *

may the Lord grant all your requests.

6
Now I know that the Lord gives victory to his anointed; *

he will answer him out of his holy heaven,

with the victorious strength of his right hand.

7
Some put their trust in chariots and some in horses, *

but we will call upon the Name of the Lord our God.

8
They collapse and fall down, *

but we will arise and stand upright.

9
O Lord, give victory to the king *

and answer us when we call.

21:1-7 Domine, in virtute tua
or

Coverdale

1
The king rejoices in your strength, O Lord; *

how greatly he exults in your victory!

2
You have given him his heart's desire; *

you have not denied him the request of his lips.

3
For you meet him with blessings of prosperity, *

and set a crown of fine gold upon his head.

4
He asked you for life, and you gave it to him: *

length of days, for ever and ever.

5
His honor is great, because of your victory; *

splendor and majesty have you bestowed upon him.

6
For you will give him everlasting felicity *

and will make him glad with the joy of your presence.

7
For the king puts his trust in the Lord; *

because of the loving-kindness of the Most High, he

will not fall.

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be;

world without end. Amen. Amen.

The Lessons

The First Lesson

A reading from the Book of Exodus 17:1-16

1
From the wilderness of Sin the whole congregation of the Israelites journeyed by stages, as the Lord commanded. They camped at Rephidim, but there was no water for the people to drink. 2
The people quarreled with Moses, and said, "Give us water to drink." Moses said to them, "Why do you quarrel with me? Why do you test the Lord?" 3
But the people thirsted there for water; and the people complained against Moses and said, "Why did you bring us out of Egypt, to kill us and our children and livestock with thirst?" 4
So Moses cried out to the Lord, "What shall I do with this people? They are almost ready to stone me." 5
The Lord said to Moses, "Go on ahead of the people, and take some of the elders of Israel with you; take in your hand the staff with which you struck the Nile, and go. 6
I will be standing there in front of you on the rock at Horeb. Strike the rock, and water will come out of it, so that the people may drink." Moses did so, in the sight of the elders of Israel. 7
He called the place Massah and Meribah, because the Israelites quarreled and tested the Lord, saying, "Is the Lord among us or not?"

8
Then Amalek came and fought with Israel at Rephidim. 9
Moses said to Joshua, "Choose some men for us and go out, fight with Amalek. Tomorrow I will stand on the top of the hill with the staff of God in my hand." 10
So Joshua did as Moses told him, and fought with Amalek, while Moses, Aaron, and Hur went up to the top of the hill. 11
Whenever Moses held up his hand, Israel prevailed; and whenever he lowered his hand, Amalek prevailed. 12
But Moses' hands grew weary; so they took a stone and put it under him, and he sat on it. Aaron and Hur held up his hands, one on one side, and the other on the other side; so his hands were steady until the sun set. 13
And Joshua defeated Amalek and his people with the sword. 14
Then the Lord said to Moses, "Write this as a reminder in a book and recite it in the hearing of Joshua: I will utterly blot out the remembrance of Amalek from under heaven." 15
And Moses built an altar and called it, The Lord is my banner. 16
He said, "A hand upon the banner of the Lord! The Lord will have war with Amalek from generation to generation."

12 A Song of Creation
Benedicite, omnia opera Domini

Song of the Three Young Men, 35-65

Invocation

Glorify the Lord, all you works of the Lord, *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

In the firmament of his power, glorify the Lord, *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

I The Cosmic Order

Glorify the Lord, you angels and all powers of the Lord, *

O heavens and all waters above the heavens.

Sun and moon and stars of the sky, glorify the Lord, *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

Glorify the Lord, every shower of rain and fall of dew, *

all winds and fire and heat.

Winter and summer, glorify the Lord, *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

Glorify the Lord, O chill and cold, *

drops of dew and flakes of snow.

Frost and cold, ice and sleet, glorify the Lord, *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

Glorify the Lord, O nights and days, *

O shining light and enfolding dark.

Storm clouds and thunderbolts, glorify the Lord, *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

II The Earth and its Creatures

Let the earth glorify the Lord, *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

Glorify the Lord, O mountains and hills, and all that grows upon the earth, *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

Glorify the Lord, O springs of water, seas, and streams, *

O whales and all that move in the waters.

All birds of the air, glorify the Lord, *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

Glorify the Lord, O beasts of the wild, *

and all you flocks and herds.

O men and women everywhere, glorify the Lord, *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

III The People of God

Let the people of God glorify the Lord, *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

Glorify the Lord, O priests and servants of the Lord, *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

Glorify the Lord, O spirits and souls of the righteous, *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

You that are holy and humble of heart, glorify the Lord, *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

Doxology

Let us glorify the Lord: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

In the firmament of his power, glorify the Lord, *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

The Second Lesson

A reading from the First Letter of Peter 4:7-19

7
The end of all things is near; therefore be serious and discipline yourselves for the sake of your prayers. 8
Above all, maintain constant love for one another, for love covers a multitude of sins. 9
Be hospitable to one another without complaining. 10
Like good stewards of the manifold grace of God, serve one another with whatever gift each of you has received. 11
Whoever speaks must do so as one speaking the very words of God; whoever serves must do so with the strength that God supplies, so that God may be glorified in all things through Jesus Christ. To him belong the glory and the power forever and ever. Amen.

12
Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery ordeal that is taking place among you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you. 13
But rejoice insofar as you are sharing Christ's sufferings, so that you may also be glad and shout for joy when his glory is revealed. 14
If you are reviled for the name of Christ, you are blessed, because the spirit of glory, which is the Spirit of God, is resting on you. 15
But let none of you suffer as a murderer, a thief, a criminal, or even as a mischief maker. 16
Yet if any of you suffers as a Christian, do not consider it a disgrace, but glorify God because you bear this name. 17
For the time has come for judgment to begin with the household of God; if it begins with us, what will be the end for those who do not obey the gospel of God? 18
And "If it is hard for the righteous to be saved, what will become of the ungodly and the sinners?" 19
Therefore, let those suffering in accordance with God's will entrust themselves to a faithful Creator, while continuing to do good.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

19 The Song of the Redeemed
Magna et mirabilia

Revelation 15:3-4

O ruler of the universe, Lord God,

great deeds are they that you have done, *

surpassing human understanding.

Your ways are ways of righteousness and truth, *

O King of all the ages.

Who can fail to do you homage, Lord,

and sing the praises of your Name? *

for you only are the holy One.

All nations will draw near and fall down before you, *

because your just and holy works have been revealed.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Gospel

A reading from the Gospel according to John 16:16-33

16
"A little while, and you will no longer see me, and again a little while, and you will see me." 17
Then some of his disciples said to one another, "What does he mean by saying to us, 'A little while, and you will no longer see me, and again a little while, and you will see me'; and 'Because I am going to the Father'?" 18
They said, "What does he mean by this 'a little while'? We do not know what he is talking about." 19
Jesus knew that they wanted to ask him, so he said to them, "Are you discussing among yourselves what I meant when I said, 'A little while, and you will no longer see me, and again a little while, and you will see me'? 20
Very truly, I tell you, you will weep and mourn, but the world will rejoice; you will have pain, but your pain will turn into joy. 21
When a woman is in labor, she has pain, because her hour has come. But when her child is born, she no longer remembers the anguish because of the joy of having brought a human being into the world. 22
So you have pain now; but I will see you again, and your hearts will rejoice, and no one will take your joy from you.

23
On that day you will ask nothing of me. Very truly, I tell you, if you ask anything of the Father in my name, he will give it to you. 24
Until now you have not asked for anything in my name. Ask and you will receive, so that your joy may be complete. 25
"I have said these things to you in figxures of speech. The hour is coming when I will no longer speak to you in figures, but will tell you plainly of the Father. 26
On that day you will ask in my name. I do not say to you that I will ask the Father on your behalf; 27
for the Father himself loves you, because you have loved me and have believed that I came from God.

28
I came from the Father and have come into the world; again, I am leaving the world and am going to the Father." 29
His disciples said, "Yes, now you are speaking plainly, not in any figure of speech! 30
Now we know that you know all things, and do not need to have anyone question you; by this we believe that you came from God." 31
Jesus answered them, "Do you now believe? 32
The hour is coming, indeed it has come, when you will be scattered, each one to his home, and you will leave me alone. Yet I am not alone because the Father is with me. 33
I have said this to you, so that in me you may have peace. In the world you face persecution. But take courage; I have conquered the world!"

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayers

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Let us pray.

Contemporary Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

Suffrages

Save your people, Lord, and bless your inheritance;

Govern and uphold them, now and always.

Day by day we bless you;

We praise your Name for ever.

Lord, keep us from all sin today;

Have mercy on us, Lord, have mercy.

Lord, show us your love and mercy;

For we put our trust in you.

In you, Lord, is our hope;

And we shall never hope in vain.

Collect of the Day: The Second Sunday of Easter

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.

A Collect for Mission

Lord Jesus Christ, you stretched out your arms of love on the hard wood of the cross that everyone might come within the reach of your saving embrace: So clothe us in your Spirit that we, reaching forth our hands in love, may bring those who do not know you to the knowledge and love of you; for the honor of your Name. Amen.

World Cycle of Prayer

We pray for the people of Eswatini
.

Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

We pray for our sisters and brothers members of the United Church in the Solomon Islands
.

A Collect for Saturdays

Almighty God, who after the creation of the world rested from all your works and sanctified a day of rest for all your creatures: Grant that we, putting away all earthly anxieties, may be duly prepared for the service of your sanctuary, and that our rest here upon earth may be a preparation for the eternal rest promised to your people in heaven; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Intercessions

Let us pray now for our own needs and those of others.

Hymn: To my humble supplication

To my humble supplication

Lord, give ear and acceptation

Save thy servant, that hath none

Help nor hope but Thee alone. Amen.

Birthdays

Anniversaries

For Recovery from Sickness

For Travelers

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

For Those to be Baptized

For the Departed

Full list of prayers

For Joy in God's Creation

O heavenly Father, who has filled the world with beauty: Open our eyes to behold your gracious hand in all your works; that, rejoicing in your whole creation, we may learn to serve you with gladness; for the sake of him through whom all things were made, your Son Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For the Good Use of Leisure

O God, in the course of this busy life, give us times of refreshment and peace; and grant that we may so use our leisure to rebuild our bodies and renew our minds, that our spirits may be opened to the goodness of your creation; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For the Unemployed

Heavenly Father, we remember before you those who suffer want and anxiety from lack of work. Guide the people of this land so to use our public and private wealth that all may find suitable and fulfilling employment, and receive just payment for their labor; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Hymn: My soul cries out with a joyful shout

My soul cries out with a joyful shout

that the God of my heart is great,

And my spirit sings of the wondrous things

that you bring to the one who waits.

You fixed your sight on the servant's plight,

and my weakness you did not spurn,

So from east to west shall my name be blest.

Could the world be about to turn?

My heart shall sing of the day you bring.

Let the fires of your justice burn.

Wipe away all tears,

For the dawn draws near,

And the world is about to turn.

Though I am small, my God, my all,

you work great things in me.

And your mercy will last from the depths of the past

to the end of the age to be.

Your very name puts the proud to shame,

and those who would for you yearn,

You will show your might, put the strong to flight,

for the world is about to turn.

My heart shall sing of the day you bring.

Let the fires of your justice burn.

Wipe away all tears,

For the dawn draws near,

And the world is about to turn.

From the halls of power to the fortress tower,

not a stone will be left on stone.

Let the king beware for your justice tears

every tyrant from his throne.

The hungry poor shall weep no more,

for the food they can never earn;

These are tables spread, ev'ry mouth be fed,

for the world is about to turn.

My heart shall sing of the day you bring.

Let the fires of your justice burn.

Wipe away all tears,

For the dawn draws near,

And the world is about to turn.

Though the nations rage from age to age,

we remember who holds us fast:

God's mercy must deliver us

from the conqueror's crushing grasp.

This saving word that our forbears heard

is the promise that holds us bound,

'Til the spear and rod be crushed by God,

who is turning the world around.

My heart shall sing of the day you bring.

Let the fires of your justice burn.

Wipe away all tears,

For the dawn draws near,

And the world is about to turn.

My heart shall sing of the day you bring.

Let the fires of your justice burn.

Wipe away all tears,

For the dawn draws near,

And the world is about to turn.

Paraphrase of Luke 1:46-58 (Magnificat)

Words: Rory Cooney

Music: Thomas d'Urfey

Tune: Star of the County Down
(traditional Irish)

A Prayer Attributed to St. Francis

Lord, make us instruments of your peace.

Where there is hatred, let us sow love;

where there is injury, pardon;

where there is discord, union;

where there is doubt, faith;

where there is despair, hope;

where there is darkness, light;

where there is sadness, joy.

Grant that we may not so much seek to be consoled as to console;

to be understood as to understand;

to be loved as to love.

For it is in giving that we receive;

it is in pardoning that we are pardoned;

and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life. Amen.

The Ending

The General Thanksgiving

Almighty God, Father of all mercies,

we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks

for all your goodness and loving-kindness

to us and to all whom you have made.

We bless you for our creation, preservation,

and all the blessings of this life;

but above all for your immeasurable love

in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;

for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.

And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies,

that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise,

not only with our lips, but in our lives,

by giving up our selves to your service,

and by walking before you

in holiness and righteousness all our days;

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Glory to God whose power, working in us, can do infinitely more than we can ask or imagine: Glory to him from generation to generation in the Church, and in Christ Jesus for ever and ever. Amen. Ephesians 3:20, 21

Hymn: God Be With You

God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus' feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

An Order of Service for Noonday

The Opening

Officiant

O God, make speed to save us.

People

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Officiant and People

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

A suitable hymn may be sung.

The Psalm

Psalm 121 Levavi oculos

1
I lift up my eyes to the hills; *

from where is my help to come?

2
My help comes from the LORD, *

the maker of heaven and earth.

3
He will not let your foot be moved *

and he who watches over you will not fall asleep.

4
Behold, he who keeps watch over Israel *

shall neither slumber nor sleep;

5
The Lord himself watches over you; *

the Lord is your shade at your right hand,

6
So that the sun shall not strike you by day, *

nor the moon by night.

7
The Lord shall preserve you from all evil; *

it is he who shall keep you safe.

8
The Lord shall watch over your going out and

your coming in, *

from this time forth for evermore.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

Officiant

If anyone is in Christ he is a new creation; the old has passed away, behold the new has come. All this is from God, who through Christ reconciled us to himself and gave us the ministry of reconciliation. 2 Corinthians 5:17-18

People

Thanks be to God.

The Prayers

Officiant

Lord, have mercy.

People

Christ, have mercy.

Officiant

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant and People recite the Lord's Prayer.

Contemporary Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

Officiant

Lord, hear our prayer;

People

And let our cry come to you.

Officiant

Let us pray.

The Collect

Officiant

Blessed Savior, at this hour you hung upon the cross, stretching out your loving arms: Grant that all the peoples of the earth may look to you and be saved; for your tender mercies sake.

Officiant and People

Amen.

Intercessions

Free intercessions may be offered.

Officiant

In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to your, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For our Presiding Bishop, for our own Bishop(s), for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who live and work in this community, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For yours is the majesty, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, now and for ever.

Officiant and People

Amen.

The Conclusion

Officiant

Let us bless the Lord.

People

Thanks be to God.

13 April

Noonday Prayer

The Psalm

Psalm 129 Saepe expugnaverunt

1
"Greatly have they oppressed me since my youth," *

let Israel now say;

2
"Greatly have they oppressed me since my youth, *

but they have not prevailed against me."

3
The plowmen plowed upon my back *

and made their furrows long.

4
The LORD, the Righteous One, *

has cut the cords of the wicked.

5
Let them be put to shame and thrown back, *

all those who are enemies of Zion.

6
Let them be like grass upon the housetops, *

which withers before it can be plucked;

7
Which does not fill the hand of the reaper, *

nor the bosom of him who binds the sheaves;

8
So that those who go by say not so much as,

"The LORD prosper you. *

We wish you well in the Name of the LORD."

Glory to the Father,

and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

The love of God has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit that has been given to us. Romans 5:5

Thanks be to God.

Kyrie

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

The Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Heavenly Father, send your Holy Spirit into our hearts, to direct and rule us according to your will, to comfort us in all our afflictions, to defend us from all error, and to lead us into all truth; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Intercessions

In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to your, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For our Presiding Bishop, for our own Bishop(s), for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who live and work in this community, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For yours is the majesty, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, now and for ever.

Amen.

Conclusion

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

Jump to Compline

Saturday

Evening Prayer

The Opening

Opening Sentence

Jesus said, "I am the light of the world; whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life." John 8:12

Hymn: Lead, kindly Light

Lead, kindly Light, amid th'encircling gloom,

lead thou me on!

The night is dark, and I am far from home;

lead thou me on!

Keep thou my feet; I do not ask to see

the distant scene; one step enough for me.

I was not ever thus, nor prayed that thou

shouldst lead me on;

I loved to choose and see my path;

lead thou me on!

I loved the garish day, and, spite of fears,

pride ruled my will: remember not past years!

So long thy power hath blessed me, sure it still

will lead me on.

O'er moor and fen, o'er crag and torrent, till

the night is gone,

And with the morn those angel faces smile,

which I have loved long since, and lost awhile!

Singers: Wells Cathedral Choir

Words: John Henry Newman

Music: William H Harris

Tune: Alberta

Confession

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned against you

in thought, word, and deed,

by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone.

We have not loved you with our whole heart;

we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,

have mercy on us and forgive us;

that we may delight in your will,

and walk in your ways,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen.

Versicle and Response

O God, make speed to save us.

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

O Gracious Light Phos hilaron

O gracious Light,

pure brightness of the everliving Father in heaven,

O Jesus Christ, holy and blessed!

Now as we come to the setting of the sun,

and our eyes behold the vesper light,

we sing your praises, O God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

You are worthy at all times to be praised by happy voices,

O Son of God, O Giver of life,

and to be glorified through all the worlds.

The Psalms Appointed

110:1-5 Dixit Dominus
or

Coverdale

1
The Lord said to my Lord, "Sit at my right hand, *

until I make your enemies your footstool."

2
The Lord will send the scepter of your power out of Zion, *

saying, "Rule over your enemies round about you.

3
Princely state has been yours from the day of your birth; *

in the beauty of holiness have I begotten you,

like dew from the womb of the morning."

4
The Lord has sworn and he will not recant: *

"You are a priest for ever after the order of Melchizedek."

5
The Lord who is at your right hand

will smite kings in the day of his wrath; *

he will rule over the nations.

116 Dilexi, quoniam
or

Coverdale

1
I love the Lord, because he has heard the voice of

my supplication, *

because he has inclined his ear to me whenever

I called upon him.

2
The cords of death entangled me;

the grip of the grave took hold of me; *

I came to grief and sorrow.

3
Then I called upon the Name of the Lord: *

"O Lord, I pray you, save my life."

4
Gracious is the Lord and righteous; *

our God is full of compassion.

5
The Lord watches over the innocent; *

I was brought very low, and he helped me.

6
Turn again to your rest, O my soul, *

for the Lord has treated you well.

7
For you have rescued my life from death, *

my eyes from tears, and my feet from stumbling.

8
I will walk in the presence of the Lord *

in the land of the living.

9
I believed, even when I said,

"I have been brought very low." *

In my distress I said, "No one can be trusted."

10
How shall I repay the Lord *

for all the good things he has done for me?

11
I will lift up the cup of salvation *

and call upon the Name of the Lord.

12
I will fulfill my vows to the Lord *

in the presence of all his people.

13
Precious in the sight of the Lord *

is the death of his servants.

14
O Lord, I am your servant; *

I am your servant and the child of your handmaid;

you have freed me from my bonds.

15
I will offer you the sacrifice of thanksgiving *

and call upon the Name of the Lord.

16
I will fulfill my vows to the Lord *

in the presence of all his people,

17
In the courts of the Lord's house, *

in the midst of you, O Jerusalem.

Hallelujah!

117 Laudate Dominum
or

Coverdale

1
Praise the Lord, all you nations; *

laud him, all you peoples.

2
For his loving-kindness toward us is great, *

and the faithfulness of the Lord endures for ever.

Hallelujah!

Gloria Patri

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Ghost:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and ever shall be.

World without end. Amen. Amen.

The Lesson

The Gospel

A reading from the Gospel according to John 16:16-33

16
"A little while, and you will no longer see me, and again a little while, and you will see me." 17
Then some of his disciples said to one another, "What does he mean by saying to us, 'A little while, and you will no longer see me, and again a little while, and you will see me'; and 'Because I am going to the Father'?" 18
They said, "What does he mean by this 'a little while'? We do not know what he is talking about." 19
Jesus knew that they wanted to ask him, so he said to them, "Are you discussing among yourselves what I meant when I said, 'A little while, and you will no longer see me, and again a little while, and you will see me'? 20
Very truly, I tell you, you will weep and mourn, but the world will rejoice; you will have pain, but your pain will turn into joy. 21
When a woman is in labor, she has pain, because her hour has come. But when her child is born, she no longer remembers the anguish because of the joy of having brought a human being into the world. 22
So you have pain now; but I will see you again, and your hearts will rejoice, and no one will take your joy from you.

23
On that day you will ask nothing of me. Very truly, I tell you, if you ask anything of the Father in my name, he will give it to you. 24
Until now you have not asked for anything in my name. Ask and you will receive, so that your joy may be complete. 25
"I have said these things to you in figxures of speech. The hour is coming when I will no longer speak to you in figures, but will tell you plainly of the Father. 26
On that day you will ask in my name. I do not say to you that I will ask the Father on your behalf; 27
for the Father himself loves you, because you have loved me and have believed that I came from God.

28
I came from the Father and have come into the world; again, I am leaving the world and am going to the Father." 29
His disciples said, "Yes, now you are speaking plainly, not in any figure of speech! 30
Now we know that you know all things, and do not need to have anyone question you; by this we believe that you came from God." 31
Jesus answered them, "Do you now believe? 32
The hour is coming, indeed it has come, when you will be scattered, each one to his home, and you will leave me alone. Yet I am not alone because the Father is with me. 33
I have said this to you, so that in me you may have peace. In the world you face persecution. But take courage; I have conquered the world!"

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The Song of Mary

Luke 1:46-55

Magnificat

My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord,

my spirit rejoices in God my Savior;*

for he has looked with favor on his lowly servant.

From this day all generations will call me blessed:*

the Almighty has done great things for me,

and holy is his Name.

He has mercy on those who fear him*

in every generation.

He has shown the strength of his arm,*

he has scattered the proud in their conceit.

He has cast down the mighty from their thrones,*

and has lifted up the lowly.

He has filled the hungry with good things,*

and the rich he has sent away empty.

He has come to the help of his servant Israel,*

for he has remembered his promise of mercy,

The promise he made to our fathers,*

to Abraham and his children for ever.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Creed

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayers

The Lord's Prayer

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Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

The Suffrages

That this evening may be holy, good, and peaceful,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That your holy angels may lead us in paths of peace and goodwill,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That we may be pardoned and forgiven for our sins and offenses,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That there may be peace to your Church and to the whole world,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That we may depart this life in your faith and fear, and not be condemned before the great judgment seat of Christ,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That we may be bound together by your Holy Spirit in the communion of all your saints, entrusting one another and all our life to Christ,

We entreat you, O Lord.

Collect of the Day: The Second Sunday of Easter

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.

For Mission

Keep watch, dear Lord, with those who work, or watch, or weep this night, and give your angels charge over those who sleep. Tend the sick, Lord Christ; give rest to the weary, bless the dying, soothe the suffering, pity the afflicted, shield the joyous; and all for your love's sake. Amen.

World Cycle of Prayer

We pray for the people of Croatia
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Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

We pray for our sisters and brothers members of the Spanish Evangelical Church
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A Collect for Saturdays

O God, the source of eternal light: Shed forth your unending day upon us who watch for you, that our lips may praise you, our lives may bless you, and our worship on the morrow give you glory; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Intercessions

Let us pray now for our own needs and those of others.

Hymn: To my humble supplication

To my humble supplication

Lord, give ear and acceptation

Save thy servant, that hath none

Help nor hope but Thee alone. Amen.

Birthdays

Anniversaries

For Recovery from Sickness

For Travelers

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

For Those to be Baptized

For the Departed

Full list of prayers

For Sound Government

O Lord our Governor, bless the leaders of our land, that we may be a people at peace among ourselves and a blessing to other nations of the earth.

Lord, keep this nation under your care.

To all who have executive authority and to all who have administrative authority, grant wisdom and grace in the exercise of their duties.

Give grace to your servants, O Lord.

To those who make our laws give courage, wisdom, and foresight to provide for the needs of all our people, and to fulfill our obligations in the community of nations.

Give grace to your servants, O Lord.

To the Judges and officers of our Courts give understanding and integrity, that human rights may be safeguarded and justice served.

Give grace to your servants, O Lord.

And finally, teach our people to rely on your strength and to accept their responsibilities to their fellow citizens, that they may elect trustworthy leaders and make wise decisions for the well-being of our society; that we may serve you faithfully in our generation and honor your holy Name.

For yours is the kingdom, O Lord, and you are exalted as head above all. Amen.

For Schools and Colleges

O Eternal God, bless all schools, colleges, and universities, that they may be lively centers for sound learning, new discovery, and the pursuit of wisdom; and grant that those who teach and those who learn may find you to be the source of all truth; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For the Harvest of Lands and Waters

O gracious Father, who open your hand and fills all living things: Bless the lands and waters, and multiply the harvests of the world; let your Spirit go forth, that it may renew the face of the earth; show your loving-kindness, that our land may give her increase; and save us from selfish use of what thou give, that men and women everywhere may give you thanks; through Christ our Lord. Amen.

Hymn: The King of love my Shepherd is

The King of love my Shepherd is,

Whose goodness faileth never,

I nothing lack if I am His

And He is mine forever.

Where streams of living water flow

My ransomed soul He leadeth,

And where the verdant pastures grow,

With food celestial feedeth.

Perverse and foolish oft I strayed,

But yet in love He sought me,

And on His shoulder gently laid,

And home, rejoicing, brought me.

In death's dark vale I fear no ill

With Thee, dear Lord, beside me;

Thy rod and staff my comfort still,

Thy cross before to guide me.

Thou spread'st a table in my sight;

Thy unction grace bestoweth;

And O what transport of delight

From Thy pure chalice floweth!

And so through all the length of days

Thy goodness faileth never;

Good Shepherd, may I sing Thy praise

Within Thy house forever.

Singers: Centenary United Methodist Church Choir, Lynchburg, Virginia, USA

Words: Henry W. Baker

Tune: St. Columba

A Prayer of Self-Dedication

Almighty and eternal God,

so draw our hearts to you,

so guide our minds,

so fill our imaginations,

so control our wills,

that we may be wholly yours,

utterly dedicated unto you;

and then use us, we pray you, as you will,

and always to your glory and the welfare of your people;

through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

The Ending

The General Thanksgiving

Almighty God, Father of all mercies,

we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks

for all your goodness and loving-kindness

to us and to all whom you have made.

We bless you for our creation, preservation,

and all the blessings of this life;

but above all for your immeasurable love

in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;

for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.

And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies,

that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise,

not only with our lips, but in our lives,

by giving up our selves to your service,

and by walking before you

in holiness and righteousness all our days;

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with us all evermore. Amen. 2 Corinthians 13:14

Hymn: God Be With You

God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus' feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

13 April Compline

Opening Sentence

The Lord Almighty grant us a peaceful night and a perfect end.

Amen.

Our help is in the Name of the Lord;

The maker of heaven and earth.

Confession

Let us confess our sins to God.

Almighty God, our heavenly Father:

We have sinned against you,

through our own fault,

in thought, and word, and deed,

and in what we have left undone.

For the sake of your Son our Lord Jesus Christ,

forgive us all our offenses;

and grant that we may serve you

in newness of life,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

May the Almighty God grant us forgiveness of all our sins,and the grace and comfort of the Holy Spirit.

Amen.

Psalm 4 Cum invocarem

1
Answer me when I call, O God, defender of my cause; *

you set me free when I am hard-pressed;

have mercy on me and hear my prayer.

2
"You mortals, how long will you dishonor my glory; *

how long will you worship dumb idols

and run after false gods?"

3
Know that the LORD does wonders for the faithful; *

when I call upon the LORD, he will hear me.

4
Tremble, then, and do not sin; *

speak to your heart in silence upon your bed.

5
Offer the appointed sacrifices *

and put your trust in the LORD.

6
Many are saying, "Oh, that we might see better times!" *

Lift up the light of your countenance upon us, O LORD.

7
You have put gladness in my heart, *

more than when grain and wine and oil increase.

8
I lie down in peace; at once I fall asleep; *

for only you, LORD, make me dwell in safety.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

Lord, you are in the midst of us, and we are called by your Name: Do not forsake us, O Lord our God. Jeremiah 14:9,22

Thanks be to God.

Responses

Into your hands, O Lord, I commend my spirit;

For you have redeemed me, O Lord, O God of truth.

Keep us, O Lord, as the apple of your eye;

Hide us under the shadow of your wings.

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Be our light in the darkness, O Lord, and in your great mercy defend us from all perils and dangers of this night; for the love of your only Son, our Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

Prayer

Keep watch, dear Lord, with those who work, or watch, or weep this night, and give your angels charge over those who sleep. Tend the sick, Lord Christ; give rest to the weary, bless the dying, soothe the suffering, pity the afflicted, shield the joyous; and all for your love's sake. Amen.

The Song of Simeon

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Lord, you now have set your servant free *

to go in peace as you have promised;

For these eyes of mine have seen the Savior, *

whom you have prepared for all the world to see:

A Light to enlighten the nations, *

and the glory of your people Israel.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The almighty and merciful Lord, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, bless us and keep us.

Amen.

Jump to Noonday

Sunday

Morning Prayer

The Opening

Opening Sentence

Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. Philippians 1:2

Hymn: When morning gilds the skies

When morning gilds the skies,

My heart awaking cries:

May Jesus Christ be praised!

Alike at work and prayer

To Jesus I repair:

May Jesus Christ be praised!

To Thee, my God above,

I cry with glowing love,

May Jesus Christ be praised!

The fairest graces spring

In hearts that ever sing,

May Jesus Christ be praised!

Confession of Sin

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned against you

in thought, word, and deed,

by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone.

We have not loved you with our whole heart;

we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,

have mercy on us and forgive us;

that we may delight in your will,

and walk in your ways,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen.

The Invitatory and Psalter

Lord, open our lips.

And our mouth shall proclaim your praise.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

Antiphon

The Spirit of the Lord renews the face of the Earth:

Come let us adore him.

Venite

Come let us sing to the Lord;*

let us shout for joy to the Rock of our salvation.

Let us come before his presence with thanksgiving*

and raise a loud shout to him with psalms.

For the Lord is a great God,*

and a great King above all gods.

In his hand are the caverns of the earth,*

and the heights of the hills are his also.

The sea is his, for he made it,*

and his hands have molded the dry land.

Come, let us bow down, and bend the knee,*

and kneel before the Lord our Maker.

For he is our God,

and we are the people of his pasture and the sheep of his hand.*

Oh, that today you would hearken to his voice!

Glory be to the Father and to the Son,

And to the Holy Spirit.

As it was in the beginning, is now,

And will be forever. Amen.

The Spirit of the Lord renews the face of the Earth:

Come let us adore him.

The Psalms Appointed

148 Laudate Dominum
or

Coverdale

1
Hallelujah!

Praise the Lord from the heavens; *

praise him in the heights.

2
Praise him, all you angels of his; *

praise him, all his host.

3
Praise him, sun and moon; *

praise him, all you shining stars.

4
Praise him, heaven of heavens, *

and you waters above the heavens.

5
Let them praise the Name of the Lord; *

for he commanded, and they were created.

6
He made them stand fast for ever and ever; *

he gave them a law which shall not pass away.

7
Praise the Lord from the earth, *

you sea-monsters and all deeps;

8
Fire and hail, snow and fog, *

tempestuous wind, doing his will;

9
Mountains and all hills, *

fruit trees and all cedars;

10
Wild beasts and all cattle, *

creeping things and wingd birds;

11
Kings of the earth and all peoples, *

princes and all rulers of the world;

12
Young men and maidens, *

old and young together.

13
Let them praise the Name of the Lord, *

for his Name only is exalted,

his splendor is over earth and heaven.

14
He has raised up strength for his people

and praise for all his loyal servants, *

the children of Israel, a people who are near him.

Hallelujah!

149 Cantate Domino
or

Coverdale

1
Hallelujah!

Sing to the Lord a new song; *

sing his praise in the congregation of the faithful.

2
Let Israel rejoice in his Maker; *

let the children of Zion be joyful in their King.

3
Let them praise his Name in the dance; *

let them sing praise to him with timbrel and harp.

4
For the Lord takes pleasure in his people *

and adorns the poor with victory.

5
Let the faithful rejoice in triumph; *

let them be joyful on their beds.

6
Let the praises of God be in their throat *

and a two-edged sword in their hand;

7
To wreak vengeance on the nations *

and punishment on the peoples;

8
To bind their kings in chains *

and their nobles with links of iron;

9
To inflict on them the judgment decreed; *

this is glory for all his faithful people.

Hallelujah!

150 Laudate Dominum
or

Coverdale

1
Hallelujah!

Praise God in his holy temple; *

praise him in the firmament of his power.

2
Praise him for his mighty acts; *

praise him for his excellent greatness.

3
Praise him with the blast of the ram's-horn; *

praise him with lyre and harp.

4
Praise him with timbrel and dance; *

praise him with strings and pipe.

5
Praise him with resounding cymbals; *

praise him with loud-clanging cymbals.

6
Let everything that has breath *

praise the Lord.

Hallelujah!

Gloria Patri

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Ghost:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and ever shall be.

World without end. Amen. Amen.

The Lessons

The First Lesson

A reading from the Book of Exodus 18:1-12

18
Jethro, the priest of Midian, Moses' father-in-law, heard of all that God had done for Moses and for his people Israel, how the Lord had brought Israel out of Egypt. 2
After Moses had sent away his wife Zipporah, his father-in-law Jethro took her back, 3
along with her two sons. The name of the one was Gershom (for he said, "I have been an alien in a foreign land"), 4
and the name of the other, Eliezer (for he said, "The God of my father was my help, and delivered me from the sword of Pharaoh"). 5
Jethro, Moses' father-in-law, came into the wilderness where Moses was encamped at the mountain of God, bringing Moses' sons and wife to him. 6
He sent word to Moses, "I, your father-in-law Jethro, am coming to you, with your wife and her two sons."

7
Moses went out to meet his father-in-law; he bowed down and kissed him; each asked after the other's welfare, and they went into the tent. 8
Then Moses told his father-in-law all that the Lord had done to Pharaoh and to the Egyptians for Israel's sake, all the hardship that had beset them on the way, and how the Lord had delivered them. 9
Jethro rejoiced for all the good that the Lord had done to Israel, in delivering them from the Egyptians. 10
Jethro said, "Blessed be the Lord, who has delivered you from the Egyptians and from Pharaoh. 11
Now I know that the Lord is greater than all gods, because he delivered the people from the Egyptians, when they dealt arrogantly with them." 12
And Jethro, Moses' father-in-law, brought a burnt offering and sacrifices to God; and Aaron came with all the elders of Israel to eat bread with Moses' father-in-law in the presence of God.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

8 The Song of Moses
Cantemus Domino

Exodus 15:1-6, 11-13, 17-18

I will sing to the Lord, for he is lofty and uplifted; *

the horse and its rider has he hurled into the sea.

The Lord is my strength and my refuge; *

the Lord has become my Savior.

This is my God and I will praise him, *

the God of my people and I will exalt him.

The Lord is a mighty warrior; *

Yahweh is his Name.

The chariots of Pharaoh and his army has he hurled into the sea; *

the finest of those who bear armor have been drowned in the Red Sea.

The fathomless deep has overwhelmed them; *

they sank into the depths like a stone.

Your right hand, O Lord, is glorious in might; *

your right hand, O Lord, has overthrown the enemy.

Who can be compared with you, O Lord, among the gods? *

who is like you, glorious in holiness,

awesome in renown, and worker of wonders?

You stretched forth your right hand; *

the earth swallowed them up.

With your constant love you led the people you redeemed; *

with your might you brought them in safety to your holy dwelling.

You will bring them in and plant them *

on the mount of your possession,

The resting-place you have made for yourself, O Lord, *

the sanctuary, O Lord, that your hand has established.

The Lord shall reign *

for ever and for ever. Amen.

The Second Lesson

A reading from the First Book of John 2:7-17

7
Beloved, I am writing you no new commandment, but an old commandment that you have had from the beginning; the old commandment is the word that you have heard. 8
Yet I am writing you a new commandment that is true in him and in you, because the darkness is passing away and the true light is already shining. 9
Whoever says, "I am in the light," while hating a brother or sister, is still in the darkness. 10
Whoever loves a brother or sister lives in the light, and in such a person there is no cause for stumbling. 11
But whoever hates another believer is in the darkness, walks in the darkness, and does not know the way to go, because the darkness has brought on blindness.

12
I am writing to you, little children, because your sins are forgiven on account of his name. 13
I am writing to you, fathers, because you know him who is from the beginning. I am writing to you, young people, because you have conquered the evil one. 14
I write to you, children, because you know the Father. I write to you, fathers, because you know him who is from the beginning. I write to you, young people, because you are strong and the word of God abides in you, and you have overcome the evil one. 15
Do not love the world or the things in the world. The love of the Father is not in those who love the world; 16
for all that is in the world—the desire of the flesh, the desire of the eyes, the pride in riches—comes not from the Father but from the world. 17
And the world and its desire are passing away, but those who do the will of God live forever.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

21 You are God
Te Deum laudamus

You are God: we praise you;

You are the Lord: we acclaim you;

You are the eternal Father:

All creation worships you.

To you all angels, all the powers of heaven,

Cherubim and Seraphim, sing in endless praise:

Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might,

heaven and earth are full of your glory.

The glorious company of apostles praise you.

The noble fellowship of prophets praise you.

The white-robed army of martyrs praise you.

Throughout the world the holy Church acclaims you;

Father, of majesty unbounded,

your true and only Son, worthy of all worship,

and the Holy Spirit, advocate and guide.

You, Christ, are the king of glory,

the eternal Son of the Father.

When you became man to set us free

you did not shun the Virgin's womb.

You overcame the sting of death

and opened the kingdom of heaven to all believers.

You are seated at God's right hand in glory.

We believe that you will come and be our judge.

Come then, Lord, and help your people,

bought with the price of your own blood,

and bring us with your saints

to glory everlasting.

The Gospel

A reading from the Gospel according to Mark 16:9-20

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Now after he rose early on the first day of the week, he appeared first to Mary Magdalene, from whom he had cast out seven demons. 10
She went out and told those who had been with him, while they were mourning and weeping. 11
But when they heard that he was alive and had been seen by her, they would not believe it.

12
After this he appeared in another form to two of them, as they were walking into the country. 13
And they went back and told the rest, but they did not believe them.

14
Later he appeared to the eleven themselves as they were sitting at the table; and he upbraided them for their lack of faith and stubbornness, because they had not believed those who saw him after he had risen. 15
And he said to them, "Go into all the world and proclaim the good news to the whole creation. 16
The one who believes and is baptized will be saved; but the one who does not believe will be condemned. 17
And these signs will accompany those who believe: by using my name they will cast out demons; they will speak in new tongues; 18
they will pick up snakes in their hands, and if they drink any deadly thing, it will not hurt them; they will lay their hands on the sick, and they will recover."

19
So then the Lord Jesus, after he had spoken to them, was taken up into heaven and sat down at the right hand of God. 20
And they went out and proclaimed the good news everywhere, while the Lord worked with them and confirmed the message by the signs that accompanied it.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayers

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Let us pray.

Contemporary Lord's Prayer

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Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

The Suffrages

Show us your mercy, O Lord;

And grant us your salvation.

Clothe your ministers with righteousness;

Let your people sing with joy.

Give peace, O Lord, in all the world;

For only in you can we live in safety.

Lord, keep this nation under your care;

And guide us in the way of justice and truth.

Let your way be known upon earth;

Your saving health among all nations.

Let not the needy, O Lord, be forgotten;

Nor the hope of the poor be taken away.

Create in us clean hearts, O God;

And sustain us with your Holy Spirit.

Collect of the Day: The Third Sunday of Easter

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 all his redeeming work; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

A Collect for Sundays

O God, you make us glad with the weekly remembrance of the glorious resurrection of your Son our Lord: Give us this day such blessing through our worship of you, that the week to come may be spent in your favor; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

A Collect for Mission

Almighty and everlasting God, by whose Spirit the whole body of your faithful people is governed and sanctified: Receive our supplications and prayers which we offer before you for all members of your holy Church, that in their vocation and ministry they may truly and devoutly serve you; through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

World Cycle of Prayer

We pray for the people of The Gambia
.

Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

We pray for our sisters and brothers members of the United Church of Christ in Zimbabwe
.

Intercessions

Let us pray now for our own needs and those of others.

Hymn: To my humble supplication

To my humble supplication

Lord, give ear and acceptation

Save thy servant, that hath none

Help nor hope but Thee alone. Amen.

Birthdays

Anniversaries

For Recovery from Sickness

For Travelers

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

For Those to be Baptized

For the Departed

Full list of prayers

For the Church

Gracious Father, we pray for your holy Catholic Church. Fill it with all truth, in all truth with all peace. Where it is corrupt, purify it; where it is in error, direct it; where in any thing it is amiss, reform it. Where it is right, strengthen it; where it is in want, provide for it; where it is divided, reunite it; for the sake of Jesus Christ your Son our Savior. Amen.

For Church Musicians and Artists

O God, whom saints and angels delight to worship in heaven: Be ever present with your servants who seek through art and music to perfect the praises offered by your people on earth; and grant to them even now glimpses of your beauty, and make them worthy at length to behold it unveiled for evermore; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For Families

Almighty God, our heavenly Father, who places solitary persons in families: We commend to your continual care the homes in which your people dwell. Put far from them, we beseech you, every root of bitterness, the desire of vainglory, and the pride of life. Fill them with faith, virtue, knowledge, temperance, patience, and godliness. Knit together in constant affection those who, in marriage, have been made one flesh. Turn the hearts of the parents to the children, and the hearts of the children to the parents; and so enkindle fervent charity among us all, that we may evermore be kindly one to another; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Hymn: The Lord is my shepherd

The Lord is my shepherd I shall not want,

He maketh me to lie down in green pastures,

He leadeth me beside the still waters.

The Lord is my shepherd I shall not want,

He maketh me to lie down in green pastures,

He leadeth me beside the still waters.

Yea though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death I will fear no evil,

Yea though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death I will fear no evil,

For you are with me,

You will comfort me

For you are with me,

You will comfort me,

Comfort me.

Surely goodness and mercy,

shall follow me all the days of my life,

and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.

Forever

Forever

Forever

Forever

Singers: Elin Manahan Thomas and the choir of St. David's Catherdral, Wales

Music: Howard Goodall

A Prayer Attributed to St. Francis

Lord, make us instruments of your peace.

Where there is hatred, let us sow love;

where there is injury, pardon;

where there is discord, union;

where there is doubt, faith;

where there is despair, hope;

where there is darkness, light;

where there is sadness, joy.

Grant that we may not so much seek to be consoled as to console;

to be understood as to understand;

to be loved as to love.

For it is in giving that we receive;

it is in pardoning that we are pardoned;

and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life. Amen.

The Ending

The General Thanksgiving

Almighty God, Father of all mercies,

we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks

for all your goodness and loving-kindness

to us and to all whom you have made.

We bless you for our creation, preservation,

and all the blessings of this life;

but above all for your immeasurable love

in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;

for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.

And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies,

that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise,

not only with our lips, but in our lives,

by giving up our selves to your service,

and by walking before you

in holiness and righteousness all our days;

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with us all evermore. Amen. 2 Corinthians 13:14

Hymn: God Be With You

God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus' feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

An Order of Service for Noonday

The Opening

Officiant

O God, make speed to save us.

People

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Officiant and People

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

A suitable hymn may be sung.

The Psalm

Psalm 126 In convertendo

1
When the Lord restored the fortunes of Zion, *

then were we like those who dream.

2
Then was our mouth filled with laughter, * a

nd our tongue with shouts of joy.

3
Then they said among the nations, *

The Lord has done great things for them.

4
The Lord has done great things for us, * a

nd we are glad indeed.

5
Restore our fortunes, O Lord, *

like the watercourses of the Negev.

6
Those who sowed with tears *

will reap with songs of joy.

7
Those who go out weeping, carrying the seed, *

will come again with joy, shouldering their sheaves.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

Officiant

From the rising of the sun to its setting my Name shall be great among the nations, and in every place incense shall be offered to my Name, and a pure offering; for my Name shall be great among the nations, says the Lord of Hosts. Malachi 1:11

People

Thanks be to God.

The Prayers

Officiant

Lord, have mercy.

People

Christ, have mercy.

Officiant

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant and People recite the Lord's Prayer.

Contemporary Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

Officiant

Lord, hear our prayer;

People

And let our cry come to you.

Officiant

Let us pray.

The Collect

Officiant

Lord Jesus Christ, you said to your apostles, Peace I give to you; my own peace I leave with you: Regard not our sins, but the faith of your Church, and give to us the peace and unity of that heavenly City, where with the Father and the Holy Spirit you live and reign, now and for ever.

Officiant and People

Amen.

Intercessions

Free intercessions may be offered.

Officiant

In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to your, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For our Presiding Bishop, for our own Bishop(s), for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who live and work in this community, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For yours is the majesty, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, now and for ever.

Officiant and People

Amen.

The Conclusion

Officiant

Let us bless the Lord.

People

Thanks be to God.

14 April

Noonday Prayer

The Psalm

Psalm 130 De profundis

1
Out of the depths have I called to you, O LORD;

LORD, hear my voice; *

let your ears consider well the voice of my supplication.

2
If you, LORD, were to note what is done amiss, *

O LORD, who could stand?

3
For there is forgiveness with you; *

therefore you shall be feared.

4
I wait for the LORD; my soul waits for him; *

in his word is my hope.

5
My soul waits for the LORD,

more than watchmen for the morning, *

more than watchmen for the morning.

6
O Israel, wait for the LORD, *

for with the LORD there is mercy;

7
With him there is plenteous redemption, *

and he shall redeem Israel from all their sins.

Glory to the Father,

and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

If anyone is in Christ he is a new creation; the old has passed away, behold the new has come. All this is from God, who through Christ reconciled us to himself and gave us the ministry of reconciliation. 2 Corinthians 5:17-18

Thanks be to God.

Kyrie

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

The Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Blessed Savior, at this hour you hung upon the cross, stretching out your loving arms: Grant that all the peoples of the earth may look to you and be saved; for your tender mercies' sake. Amen.

Intercessions

In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to your, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For our Presiding Bishop, for our own Bishop(s), for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who live and work in this community, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For yours is the majesty, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, now and for ever.

Amen.

Conclusion

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

Jump to Compline

Sunday

Evening Prayer

The Opening

Opening Sentence

Let my prayer be set forth in your sight as incense, the lifting up of my hands as the evening sacrifice. Psalm 141:2

Hymn: The day thou gavest

The day thou gavest, Lord, is ended,

the darkness falls at thy behest;

to thee our morning hymns ascended,

thy praise shall sanctify our rest.

We thank thee that thy Church, unsleeping

while Earth rolls onward into light,

through all the world her watch is keeping

and rests not now by day nor night.

As o'er each continent and island

the dawn leads on another day,

the voice of prayer is never silent,

nor dies the strain of praise away.

The sun that bids us rest is waking

our brethren 'neath the western sky,

and hour by hour fresh lips are making

thy wondrous doings heard on high.

So be it, Lord; thy throne shall never,

like earth's proud empires, pass away;

thy kingdom stands, and grows for ever,

till all thy creatures own thy sway.

Tune: St. Clement

Music: Clement E. Scholefield

Words: John Ellerton

Confession

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned against you

in thought, word, and deed,

by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone.

We have not loved you with our whole heart;

we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,

have mercy on us and forgive us;

that we may delight in your will,

and walk in your ways,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen.

Versicle and Response

O God, make speed to save us.

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

O Gracious Light Phos hilaron

O gracious Light,

pure brightness of the everliving Father in heaven,

O Jesus Christ, holy and blessed!

Now as we come to the setting of the sun,

and our eyes behold the vesper light,

we sing your praises, O God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

You are worthy at all times to be praised by happy voices,

O Son of God, O Giver of life,

and to be glorified through all the worlds.

The Psalms Appointed

114 In exitu Israel
or

Coverdale

1
Hallelujah!

When Israel came out of Egypt, *

the house of Jacob from a people of strange speech,

2
Judah became God's sanctuary *

and Israel his dominion.

3
The sea beheld it and fled; *

Jordan turned and went back.

4
The mountains skipped like rams, *

and the little hills like young sheep.

5
What ailed you, O sea, that you fled? *

O Jordan, that you turned back?

6
You mountains, that you skipped like rams? *

you little hills like young sheep?

7
Tremble, O earth, at the presence of the Lord, *

at the presence of the God of Jacob,

8
Who turned the hard rock into a pool of water *

and flint-stone into a flowing spring.

115 Non nobis, Domine
or

Coverdale

1
Not to us, O Lord, not to us,

but to your Name give glory; *

because of your love and because of your faithfulness.

2
Why should the heathen say, *

"Where then is their God?"

3
Our God is in heaven; *

whatever he wills to do he does.

4
Their idols are silver and gold, *

the work of human hands.

5
They have mouths, but they cannot speak; *

eyes have they, but they cannot see;

6
They have ears but they cannot hear; *

noses, but they cannot smell;

7
They have hands, but they cannot feel;

feet, but they cannot walk; *

they make no sound with their throat.

8
Those who make them are like them, *

and so are all who put their trust in them.

9
O Israel, trust in the Lord; *

he is their help and their shield.

10
O house of Aaron, trust in the Lord; *

he is their help and their shield.

11
You who fear the Lord, trust in the Lord; *

he is their help and their shield.

12
The Lord has been mindful of us, and he will bless us; *

he will bless the house of Israel;

he will bless the house of Aaron;

13
He will bless those who fear the Lord, *

both small and great together.

14
May the Lord increase you more and more, *

you and your children after you.

15
May you be blessed by the Lord, *

the maker of heaven and earth.

16
The heaven of heavens is the Lord's, *

but he entrusted the earth to its peoples.

17
The dead do not praise the Lord, *

nor all those who go down into silence;

18
But we will bless the Lord, *

from this time forth for evermore.

Hallelujah!

Gloria Patri

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Ghost:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and ever shall be.

World without end. Amen. Amen.

The Lesson

The Gospel

A reading from the Gospel according to Mark 16:9-20

9
Now after he rose early on the first day of the week, he appeared first to Mary Magdalene, from whom he had cast out seven demons. 10
She went out and told those who had been with him, while they were mourning and weeping. 11
But when they heard that he was alive and had been seen by her, they would not believe it.

12
After this he appeared in another form to two of them, as they were walking into the country. 13
And they went back and told the rest, but they did not believe them.

14
Later he appeared to the eleven themselves as they were sitting at the table; and he upbraided them for their lack of faith and stubbornness, because they had not believed those who saw him after he had risen. 15
And he said to them, "Go into all the world and proclaim the good news to the whole creation. 16
The one who believes and is baptized will be saved; but the one who does not believe will be condemned. 17
And these signs will accompany those who believe: by using my name they will cast out demons; they will speak in new tongues; 18
they will pick up snakes in their hands, and if they drink any deadly thing, it will not hurt them; they will lay their hands on the sick, and they will recover."

19
So then the Lord Jesus, after he had spoken to them, was taken up into heaven and sat down at the right hand of God. 20
And they went out and proclaimed the good news everywhere, while the Lord worked with them and confirmed the message by the signs that accompanied it.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The Song of Mary

Luke 1:46-55

Magnificat

My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord,

my spirit rejoices in God my Savior;*

for he has looked with favor on his lowly servant.

From this day all generations will call me blessed:*

the Almighty has done great things for me,

and holy is his Name.

He has mercy on those who fear him*

in every generation.

He has shown the strength of his arm,*

he has scattered the proud in their conceit.

He has cast down the mighty from their thrones,*

and has lifted up the lowly.

He has filled the hungry with good things,*

and the rich he has sent away empty.

He has come to the help of his servant Israel,*

for he has remembered his promise of mercy,

The promise he made to our fathers,*

to Abraham and his children for ever.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Creed

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayers

The Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

The Suffrages

That this evening may be holy, good, and peaceful,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That your holy angels may lead us in paths of peace and goodwill,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That we may be pardoned and forgiven for our sins and offenses,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That there may be peace to your Church and to the whole world,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That we may depart this life in your faith and fear, and not be condemned before the great judgment seat of Christ,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That we may be bound together by your Holy Spirit in the communion of all your saints, entrusting one another and all our life to Christ,

We entreat you, O Lord.

The Collect of the Day: The Third Sunday of Easter

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 all his redeeming work; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

For Mission

Keep watch, dear Lord, with those who work, or watch, or weep this night, and give your angels charge over those who sleep. Tend the sick, Lord Christ; give rest to the weary, bless the dying, soothe the suffering, pity the afflicted, shield the joyous; and all for your love's sake. Amen.

World Cycle of Prayer

We pray for the people of Cuba
.

Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

We pray for our sisters and brothers members of the Spanish Reformed Episcopal Church
.

A Collect for Sundays

Lord God, whose Son our Savior Jesus Christ triumphed over the powers of death and prepared for us our place in the new Jerusalem; Grant that we, who have this day given thanks for his resurrection, may praise you in that City of which he is the light, and where he lives and reigns, for ever and ever. Amen.

Intercessions

Let us pray now for our own needs and those of others.

Hymn: To my humble supplication

To my humble supplication

Lord, give ear and acceptation

Save thy servant, that hath none

Help nor hope but Thee alone. Amen.

Birthdays

Anniversaries

For Recovery from Sickness

For Travelers

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

For Those to be Baptized

For the Departed

Full list of prayers

For Courts of Justice

Lord Jesus, for our sake you were condemned as a criminal: Visit our jails and prisons with your pity and judgment. Remember all prisoners, and bring the guilty to repentance and amendment of life according to your will, and give them hope for their future. When any are held unjustly, bring them release; forgive us, and teach us to improve our justice. Remember those who work in these institutions; keep them humane and compassionate; and save them from becoming brutal or callous. And since what we do for those in prison, O Lord, we do for you, constrain us to improve their lot. All this we ask for your mercy's sake. Amen.

For Those Who Suffer for the Sake of Conscience

O God our Father, whose Son forgave his enemies while he was suffering shame and death: Strengthen those who suffer for the sake of conscience; when they are accused, save them from speaking in hate; when they are rejected, save them from bitterness; when they are imprisoned, save them from despair; and to us your servants, give grace to respect their witness and to discern the truth, that our society may be cleansed and strengthened. This we ask for the sake of Jesus Christ, our merciful and righteous Judge. Amen.

For Towns and Rural Areas

Lord Christ, when you came among us, you proclaimed the kingdom of God in villages, towns, and lonely places: Grant that your presence and power may be known throughout this land. Have mercy upon all of us who live and work in rural areas; and grant that all the people of our nation may give thanks to you for food and drink and all other bodily necessities of life, respect those who labor to produce them, and honor the land and the water from which these good things come. All this we ask in your holy Name. Amen.

Hymn: The King of love my Shepherd is

The King of love my Shepherd is,

Whose goodness faileth never,

I nothing lack if I am His

And He is mine forever.

Where streams of living water flow

My ransomed soul He leadeth,

And where the verdant pastures grow,

With food celestial feedeth.

Perverse and foolish oft I strayed,

But yet in love He sought me,

And on His shoulder gently laid,

And home, rejoicing, brought me.

In death's dark vale I fear no ill

With Thee, dear Lord, beside me;

Thy rod and staff my comfort still,

Thy cross before to guide me.

Thou spread'st a table in my sight;

Thy unction grace bestoweth;

And O what transport of delight

From Thy pure chalice floweth!

And so through all the length of days

Thy goodness faileth never;

Good Shepherd, may I sing Thy praise

Within Thy house forever.

Music: St. Columba

Words: Henry W. Baker

Choir: Centenary United Methodist Church Choir, Lynchburg Virginia, USA

A Prayer Attributed to St. Francis

Lord, make us instruments of your peace.

Where there is hatred, let us sow love;

where there is injury, pardon;

where there is discord, union;

where there is doubt, faith;

where there is despair, hope;

where there is darkness, light;

where there is sadness, joy.

Grant that we may not so much seek to be consoled as to console;

to be understood as to understand;

to be loved as to love.

For it is in giving that we receive;

it is in pardoning that we are pardoned;

and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life. Amen.

The Ending

The General Thanksgiving

Almighty God, Father of all mercies,

we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks

for all your goodness and loving-kindness

to us and to all whom you have made.

We bless you for our creation, preservation,

and all the blessings of this life;

but above all for your immeasurable love

in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;

for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.

And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies,

that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise,

not only with our lips, but in our lives,

by giving up our selves to your service,

and by walking before you

in holiness and righteousness all our days;

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with us all evermore. Amen. 2 Corinthians 13:14

Hymn: God Be With You

God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus' feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

14 April Compline

Opening Sentence

The Lord Almighty grant us a peaceful night and a perfect end.

Amen.

Our help is in the Name of the Lord;

The maker of heaven and earth.

Confession

Let us confess our sins to God.

Almighty God, our heavenly Father:

We have sinned against you,

through our own fault,

in thought, and word, and deed,

and in what we have left undone.

For the sake of your Son our Lord Jesus Christ,

forgive us all our offenses;

and grant that we may serve you

in newness of life,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

May the Almighty God grant us forgiveness of all our sins,and the grace and comfort of the Holy Spirit.

Amen.

Psalm 31 In te, Domine, speravi

1
In you, O LORD, have I taken refuge;

let me never be put to shame; *

deliver me in your righteousness.

2
Incline your ear to me; *

make haste to deliver me.

3
Be my strong rock, a castle to keep me safe,

for you are my crag and my stronghold; *

for the sake of your Name, lead me and guide me.

4
Take me out of the net that they have secretly set for me, *

for you are my tower of strength.

5
Into your hands I commend my spirit, *

for you have redeemed me,

O LORD, O God of truth.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

Lord, you are in the midst of us, and we are called by your Name: Do not forsake us, O Lord our God. Jeremiah 14:9,22

Thanks be to God.

Responses

Into your hands, O Lord, I commend my spirit;

For you have redeemed me, O Lord, O God of truth.

Keep us, O Lord, as the apple of your eye;

Hide us under the shadow of your wings.

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Be present, O merciful God, and protect us through the hours of this night, so that we who are wearied by the changes and chances of this life may rest in your eternal changelessness; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Prayer

O God, your unfailing providence sustains the world we live in and the life we live: Watch over those, both night and day, who work while others sleep, and grant that we may never forget that our common life depends upon each other's toil; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

The Song of Simeon

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Lord, you now have set your servant free *

to go in peace as you have promised;

For these eyes of mine have seen the Savior, *

whom you have prepared for all the world to see:

A Light to enlighten the nations, *

and the glory of your people Israel.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The almighty and merciful Lord, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, bless us and keep us.

Amen.

Jump to Noonday

Monday

Morning Prayer

The Opening

Opening Sentence

Send out your light and your truth, that they may lead me, and bring me to your holy hill and to your dwelling. Psalm 43:3

Hymn: Alleluia! Alleluia! O praiséd be God

Alleluia! Alleluia! O praiséd be God,

All raise your voices,

Sing with thankful voices.

Thou, God, today hast given us joy.

Hold fast to Him

and praise His name eternal!

J.S. Bach

Confession of Sin

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned against you

in thought, word, and deed,

by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone.

We have not loved you with our whole heart;

we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,

have mercy on us and forgive us;

that we may delight in your will,

and walk in your ways,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen.

The Invitatory and Psalter

Lord, open our lips.

And our mouth shall proclaim your praise.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

Antiphon

The mercy of the Lord is everlasting:

Come let us adore him.

Jubilate
Psalm 100

Be joyful in the Lord, all you lands; *

serve the Lord with gladness

and come before his presence with a song.

Know this: The Lord himself is God; *

he himself has made us, and we are his;

we are his people and the sheep of his pasture.

Enter his gates with thanksgiving;

go into his courts with praise; *

give thanks to him and call upon his Name.

For the Lord is good;

his mercy is everlasting; *

and his faithfulness endures from age to age.

The mercy of the Lord is everlasting:

Come let us adore him.

The Psalm Appointed

25 Ad te, Domine, levavi
or

Coverdale

1
To you, O Lord, I lift up my soul;

my God, I put my trust in you; *

let me not be humiliated,

nor let my enemies triumph over me.

2
Let none who look to you be put to shame; *

let the treacherous be disappointed in their schemes.

3
Show me your ways, O Lord, *

and teach me your paths.

4
Lead me in your truth and teach me, *

for you are the God of my salvation;

in you have I trusted all the day long.

5
Remember, O Lord, your compassion and love, *

for they are from everlasting.

6
Remember not the sins of my youth and my transgressions; *

remember me according to your love

and for the sake of your goodness, O Lord.

7
Gracious and upright is the Lord; *

therefore he teaches sinners in his way.

8
He guides the humble in doing right *

and teaches his way to the lowly.

9
All the paths of the Lord are love and faithfulness *

to those who keep his covenant and his testimonies.

10
For your Name's sake, O Lord, *

forgive my sin, for it is great.

11
Who are they who fear the Lord? *

he will teach them the way that they should choose.

12
They shall dwell in prosperity, *

and their offspring shall inherit the land.

13
The Lord is a friend to those who fear him *

and will show them his covenant.

14
My eyes are ever looking to the Lord, *

for he shall pluck my feet out of the net.

15
Turn to me and have pity on me, *

for I am left alone and in misery.

16
The sorrows of my heart have increased; *

bring me out of my troubles.

17
Look upon my adversity and misery *

and forgive me all my sin.

18
Look upon my enemies, for they are many, *

and they bear a violent hatred against me.

19
Protect my life and deliver me; *

let me not be put to shame, for I have trusted in you.

20
Let integrity and uprightness preserve me, *

for my hope has been in you.

21
Deliver Israel, O God, *

out of all his troubles.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: * as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Lessons

The First Lesson

A reading from the Book of Exodus 18:13-27

13
The next day Moses sat as judge for the people, while the people stood around him from morning until evening. 14
When Moses' father-in-law saw all that he was doing for the people, he said, "What is this that you are doing for the people? Why do you sit alone, while all the people stand around you from morning until evening?" 15
Moses said to his father-in-law, "Because the people come to me to inquire of God. 16
When they have a dispute, they come to me and I decide between one person and another, and I make known to them the statutes and instructions of God." 17
Moses' father-in-law said to him, "What you are doing is not good. 18
You will surely wear yourself out, both you and these people with you. For the task is too heavy for you; you cannot do it alone. 19
Now listen to me. I will give you counsel, and God be with you! You should represent the people before God, and you should bring their cases before God; 20
teach them the statutes and instructions and make known to them the way they are to go and the things they are to do. 21
You should also look for able men among all the people, men who fear God, are trustworthy, and hate dishonest gain; set such men over them as officers over thousands, hundreds, fifties and tens. 22
Let them sit as judges for the people at all times; let them bring every important case to you, but decide every minor case themselves. So it will be easier for you, and they will bear the burden with you. 23
If you do this, and God so commands you, then you will be able to endure, and all these people will go to their home in peace." 24
So Moses listened to his father-in-law and did all that he had said. 25
Moses chose able men from all Israel and appointed them as heads over the people, as officers over thousands, hundreds, fifties, and tens. 26
And they judged the people at all times; hard cases they brought to Moses, but any minor case they decided themselves. 27
Then Moses let his father-in-law depart, and he went off to his own country.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

9 The First Song of Isaiah
Ecce, Deus

Isaiah 12:2-6

Surely, it is God who saves me; *

I will trust in him and not be afraid.

For the Lord is my stronghold and my sure defense, *

and he will be my Savior.

Therefore you shall draw water with rejoicing *

from the springs of salvation.

And on that day you shall say, *

Give thanks to the Lord and call upon his Name;

Make his deeds known among the peoples; *

see that they remember that his Name is exalted.

Sing the praises of the Lord, for he has done great things, *

and this is known in all the world.

Cry aloud, inhabitants of Zion, ring out your joy, *

for the great one in the midst of you is the Holy One of Israel.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Second Lesson

A reading from the First Letter of Peter 5:1-14

1
Now as an elder myself and a witness of the sufferings of Christ, as well as one who shares in the glory to be revealed, I exhort the elders among you 2
to tend the flock of God that is in your charge, exercising the oversight, not under compulsion but willingly, as God would have you do it—not for sordid gain but eagerly. 3
Do not lord it over those in your charge, but be examples to the flock. 4
And when the chief shepherd appears, you will win the crown of glory that never fades away.

5
In the same way, you who are younger must accept the authority of the elders. And all of you must clothe yourselves with humility in your dealings with one another, for "God opposes the proud, but gives grace to the humble." 6
Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, so that he may exalt you in due time. 7
Cast all your anxiety on him, because he cares for you.

8
Discipline yourselves, keep alert. Like a roaring lion your adversary the devil prowls around, looking for someone to devour. 9
Resist him, steadfast in your faith, for you know that your brothers and sisters in all the world are undergoing the same kinds of suffering.

10
And after you have suffered for a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to his eternal glory in Christ, will himself restore, support, strengthen, and establish you. 11
To him be the power forever and ever. Amen. 12
Through Silvanus, whom I consider a faithful brother, I have written this short letter to encourage you and to testify that this is the true grace of God. Stand fast in it. 13
Your sister church in Babylon, chosen together with you, sends you greetings; and so does my son Mark. 14
Greet one another with a kiss of love. Peace to all of you who are in Christ.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

19 The Song of the Redeemed
Magna et mirabilia

Revelation 15:3-4

O ruler of the universe, Lord God,

great deeds are they that you have done, *

surpassing human understanding.

Your ways are ways of righteousness and truth, *

O King of all the ages.

Who can fail to do you homage, Lord,

and sing the praises of your Name? *

for you only are the holy One.

All nations will draw near and fall down before you, *

because your just and holy works have been revealed.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Gospel

A reading from the Gospel according to Matthew 1:1-17,3:1-6

1
An account of the genealogy of Jesus the Messiah, the son of David, the son of Abraham. 2
Abraham was the father of Isaac, and Isaac the father of Jacob, and Jacob the father of Judah and his brothers, 3
and Judah the father of Perez and Zerah by Tamar, and Perez the father of Hezron, and Hezron the father of Aram, 4
and Aram the father of Aminadab, and Aminadab the father of Nahshon, and Nahshon the father of Salmon, 5
and Salmon the father of Boaz by Rahab, and Boaz the father of Obed by Ruth, and Obed the father of Jesse, 6
and Jesse the father of King David. And David was the father of Solomon by the wife of Uriah, 7
and Solomon the father of Rehoboam, and Rehoboam the father of Abijah, and Abijah the father of Asaph, 8
and Asaph the father of Jehoshaphat, and Jehoshaphat the father of Joram, and Joram the father of Uzziah, 9
and Uzziah the father of Jotham, and Jotham the father of Ahaz, and Ahaz the father of Hezekiah, 10
and Hezekiah the father of Manasseh, and Manasseh the father of Amos, and Amos the father of Josiah, 11
and Josiah the father of Jechoniah and his brothers, at the time of the deportation to Babylon. 12
And after the deportation to Babylon: Jechoniah was the father of Salathiel, and Salathiel the father of Zerubbabel, 13
and Zerubbabel the father of Abiud, and Abiud the father of Eliakim, and Eliakim the father of Azor, 14
and Azor the father of Zadok, and Zadok the father of Achim, and Achim the father of Eliud, 15
and Eliud the father of Eleazar, and Eleazar the father of Matthan, and Matthan the father of Jacob, 16
and Jacob the father of Joseph the husband of Mary, of whom Jesus was born, who is called the Messiah. 17
So all the generations from Abraham to David are fourteen generations; and from David to the deportation to Babylon, fourteen generations; and from the deportation to Babylon to the Messiah, fourteen generations.

1
In those days John the Baptist appeared in the wilderness of Judea, proclaiming, 2
"Repent, for the kingdom of heaven has come near." 3
This is the one of whom the prophet Isaiah spoke when he said, "The voice of one crying out in the wilderness: 'Prepare the way of the Lord, make his paths straight.'" 4
Now John wore clothing of camel's hair with a leather belt around his waist, and his food was locusts and wild honey. 5
Then the people of Jerusalem and all Judea were going out to him, and all the region along the Jordan, 6
and they were baptized by him in the river Jordan, confessing their sins.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayers

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Let us pray.

Contemporary Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

The Suffrages

Save your people, Lord, and bless your inheritance;

Govern and uphold them, now and always.

Day by day we bless you;

We praise your Name for ever.

Lord, keep us from all sin today;

Have mercy on us, Lord, have mercy.

Lord, show us your love and mercy;

For we put our trust in you.

In you, Lord, is our hope;

And we shall never hope in vain.

Collect of the Day: The Third Sunday of Easter

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 all his redeeming work; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

A Collect for Mission

O God, you have made of one blood all the peoples of the earth, and sent your blessed Son to preach peace to those who are far off and to those who are near: Grant that people everywhere may seek after you and find you; bring the nations into your fold; pour out your Spirit upon all flesh; and hasten the coming of your kingdom; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

World Cycle of Prayer

We pray for the people of Ethiopia
.

Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

We pray for our sisters and brothers members of the United Church of Canada
.

A Collect for Peace

O God, the author of peace and lover of concord, to know you is eternal life and to serve you is perfect freedom: Defend us, your humble servants, in all assaults of our enemies; that we, surely trusting in your defense, may not fear the power of any adversaries; through the might of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Intercessions

Let us pray now for our own needs and those of others.

Hymn: To my humble supplication

To my humble supplication

Lord, give ear and acceptation

Save thy servant, that hath none

Help nor hope but Thee alone. Amen.

Birthdays

Anniversaries

For Recovery from Sickness

For Travelers

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

For Those to be Baptized

For the Departed

Full list of prayers

For All Sorts and Conditions

O God, the creator and preserver of all, we humbly beseech you for all sorts and conditions of people; that you would be pleased to make your ways known unto them, your saving health unto all nations. More especially we pray for your holy Church universal; that it may be so guided and governed by your good Spirit, that all who profess and call themselves Christians may be led into the way of truth, and hold the faith in unity of spirit, in the bond of peace, and in righteousness of life. Finally, we commend to your fatherly goodness all those who are in any ways afflicted or distressed, in mind, body, or estate; that it may please you to comfort and relieve them according to their several necessities, giving them patience under their sufferings, and a happy issue out of all their afflictions. And this we beg for Jesus Christ's sake. Amen.

For the Poor and Neglected

Almighty and most merciful God, we remember before you all poor and neglected persons whom it would be easy for us to forget: the homeless and the destitute, the old and the sick, and all who have none to care for them. Help us to heal those who are broken in body or spirit, and to turn their sorrow into joy. Grant this, Father, for the love of your Son, who for our sake became poor, Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For Those Who Live Alone

Almighty God, whose Son had nowhere to lay his head: Grant that those who live alone may not be lonely in their solitude, but that, following in his steps, they may find fulfillment in loving you and their neighbors; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Hymn: This is my Father's world

This is my Father's world,

and to my listening ears

all nature sings and round me rings

the music of the spheres.

This is my Father's world:

I rest me in the thought

of rocks and trees, of skies and seas,

his hands the wonders wrought.

This is my Father's world:

I rest me in the thought

of rocks and trees, of skies and seas,

his hands the wonders wrought.

This is my Father's world,

O let me ne'er forget

that though the wrong seems oft so strong,

God is the ruler yet.

This is my Father's world:

the battle is not done.

Jesus who died shall be satisfied

and heav'n and Earth be one.

This is my Father's world:

the battle is not done.

Jesus who died shall be satisfied

and heav'n and Earth be one.

Jesus who died shall be satisfied

and heav'n and Earth be one.

Choir: The Michael Curb Congregation

Words: Maltbie Davenport Babcock

Music: Franklin L. Sheppard Tune: Terra Beata

A Prayer of Self-Dedication

Almighty and eternal God,

so draw our hearts to you,

so guide our minds,

so fill our imaginations,

so control our wills,

that we may be wholly yours,

utterly dedicated unto you;

and then use us, we pray you, as you will,

and always to your glory and the welfare of your people;

through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

The Ending

The General Thanksgiving

Almighty God, Father of all mercies,

we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks

for all your goodness and loving-kindness

to us and to all whom you have made.

We bless you for our creation, preservation,

and all the blessings of this life;

but above all for your immeasurable love

in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;

for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.

And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies,

that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise,

not only with our lips, but in our lives,

by giving up our selves to your service,

and by walking before you

in holiness and righteousness all our days;

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with us all evermore. Amen. 2 Corinthians 13:14

Hymn: God Be With You

God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus' feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

An Order of Service for Noonday

The Opening

Officiant

O God, make speed to save us.

People

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Officiant and People

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

A suitable hymn may be sung.

The Psalm

Psalm 119 Lucerna pedibus meis

105
Your word is a lantern to my feet *

and a light upon my path.

106
I have sworn and am determined *

to keep your righteous judgments.

107
I am deeply troubled; *

preserve my life, O Lord, according to your word.

108
Accept, O Lord, the willing tribute of my lips, *

and teach me your judgments.

109
My life is always in my hand, *

yet I do not forget your law.

110
The wicked have set a trap for me, *

but I have not strayed from your commandments.

111
Your decrees are my inheritance for ever; *

truly, they are the joy of my heart.

112
I have applied my heart to fulfill your statutes *

for ever and to the end.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

Officiant

The love of God has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit that has been given to us. Romans 5:5

People

Thanks be to God.

The Prayers

Officiant

Lord, have mercy.

People

Christ, have mercy.

Officiant

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant and People recite the Lord's Prayer.

Contemporary Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

Officiant

Lord, hear our prayer;

People

And let our cry come to you.

Officiant

Let us pray.

The Collect

Officiant

Heavenly Father, send your Holy Spirit into our hearts, to direct and rule us according to your will, to comfort us in all our afflictions, to defend us from all error, and to lead us into all truth; through Jesus Christ our Lord.

Officiant and People

Amen.

Intercessions

Free intercessions may be offered.

Officiant

In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to your, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For our Presiding Bishop, for our own Bishop(s), for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who live and work in this community, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For yours is the majesty, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, now and for ever.

Officiant and People

Amen.

The Conclusion

Officiant

Let us bless the Lord.

People

Thanks be to God.

15 April

Noonday Prayer

The Psalm

Psalm 131 Domine, non est

1
O LORD, I am not proud; *

I have no haughty looks.

2
I do not occupy myself with great matters, *

or with things that are too hard for me.

3
But I still my soul and make it quiet,

like a child upon its mother's breast; *

my soul is quieted within me.

4
O Israel, wait upon the LORD, *

from this time forth for evermore.

Glory to the Father,

and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

From the rising of the sun to its setting my Name shall be great among the nations, and in every place incense shall be offered to my Name, and a pure offering; for my Name shall be great among the nations, says the Lord of Hosts. Malachi 1:11

Thanks be to God.

Kyrie

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

The Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Almighty Savior, who at noonday called your servant Saint Paul to be an apostle to the Gentiles: We pray you to illumine the world with the radiance of your glory, that all nations may come and worship you; for you live and reign for ever and ever. Amen.

Intercessions

In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to your, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For our Presiding Bishop, for our own Bishop(s), for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who live and work in this community, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For yours is the majesty, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, now and for ever.

Amen.

Conclusion

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

Jump to Compline

Monday

Evening Prayer

The Opening

Opening Sentence

If I say, "Surely the darkness will cover me, and the light around me turn to night," darkness is not dark to you, O Lord; the night is as bright as the day; darkness and light to you are both alike. Psalm 139:10, 11

Hymn: The Lord is my shepherd

The Lord is my shepherd I shall not want,

He maketh me to lie down in green pastures,

He leadeth me beside the still waters.

The Lord is my shepherd I shall not want,

He maketh me to lie down in green pastures,

He leadeth me beside the still waters.

Yea though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death I will fear no evil,

Yea though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death I will fear no evil,

For you are with me,

You will comfort me

For you are with me,

You will comfort me,

Comfort me.

Surely goodness and mercy,

shall follow me all the days of my life,

and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.

Forever

Forever

Forever

Forever

Singers: Elin Manahan Thomas and the choir of St. David's Catherdral, Wales Music: Howard Goodall

Confession

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned against you

in thought, word, and deed,

by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone.

We have not loved you with our whole heart;

we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,

have mercy on us and forgive us;

that we may delight in your will,

and walk in your ways,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen.

Versicle and Response

O God, make speed to save us.

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

O Gracious Light Phos hilaron

O gracious Light,

pure brightness of the everliving Father in heaven,

O Jesus Christ, holy and blessed!

Now as we come to the setting of the sun,

and our eyes behold the vesper light,

we sing your praises, O God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

You are worthy at all times to be praised by happy voices,

O Son of God, O Giver of life,

and to be glorified through all the worlds.

The Psalms Appointed

9 Confitebor tibi
or

Coverdale

1
I will give thanks to you, O Lord, with my whole heart; *

I will tell of all your marvelous works.

2
I will be glad and rejoice in you; *

I will sing to your Name, O Most High.

3
When my enemies are driven back, *

they will stumble and perish at your presence.

4
For you have maintained my right and my cause; *

you sit upon your throne judging right.

5
You have rebuked the ungodly and destroyed the wicked; *

you have blotted out their name for ever and ever.

6
As for the enemy, they are finished, in perpetual ruin, *

their cities plowed under, the memory of them perished;

7
But the Lord is enthroned for ever; *

he has set up this throne for judgment.

8
It is he who rules the world with righteousness; *

he judges the peoples with equity.

9
The Lord will be a refuge for the oppressed, *

a refuge in time of trouble.

10
Those who know your Name will put their trust in you, *

for you never forsake those who seek you, O Lord.

11
Sing praise to the Lord who dwells in Zion; *

proclaim to the peoples the things he has done.

12
The Avenger of blood will remember them; *

he will not forget the cry of the afflicted.

13
Have pity on me, O Lord; *

see the misery I suffer from those who hate me,

O you who lift me up from the gate of death;

14
So that I may tell of all your praises

and rejoice in your salvation *

in the gates of the city of Zion.

15
The ungodly have fallen into the pit they dug, *

and in the snare they set is their own foot caught.

16
The Lord is known by his acts of justice; *

the wicked are trapped in the works of their own hands.

17
The wicked shall be given over to the grave, *

and also all the people that forget God.

18
For the needy shall not always be forgotten, *

and the hope of the poor shall not perish for ever.

19
Rise up, O Lord, let not the ungodly have the upper hand; *

let them be judged before you.

20
Put fear upon them, O Lord; *

let the ungodly know they are but mortal.

15 Domine, quis habitabit?
or

Coverdale

1
Lord, who may dwell in your tabernacle? *

who may abide upon your holy hill?

2
Whoever leads a blameless life and does what is right, *

who speaks the truth from his heart.

3
There is no guile upon his tongue;

he does no evil to his friend; *

he does not heap contempt upon his neighbor.

4
In his sight the wicked is rejected, *

but he honors those who fear the Lord.

5
He has sworn to do no wrong *

and does not take back his word.

6
He does not give his money in hope of gain, *

nor does he take a bribe against the innocent.

7
Whoever does these things *

shall never be overthrown.

Gloria Patri

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Ghost:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and ever shall be.

World without end. Amen. Amen.

The Lesson

The Gospel

A reading from the Gospel according to Matthew 1:1-17,3:1-6

1
An account of the genealogy of Jesus the Messiah, the son of David, the son of Abraham. 2
Abraham was the father of Isaac, and Isaac the father of Jacob, and Jacob the father of Judah and his brothers, 3
and Judah the father of Perez and Zerah by Tamar, and Perez the father of Hezron, and Hezron the father of Aram, 4
and Aram the father of Aminadab, and Aminadab the father of Nahshon, and Nahshon the father of Salmon, 5
and Salmon the father of Boaz by Rahab, and Boaz the father of Obed by Ruth, and Obed the father of Jesse, 6
and Jesse the father of King David. And David was the father of Solomon by the wife of Uriah, 7
and Solomon the father of Rehoboam, and Rehoboam the father of Abijah, and Abijah the father of Asaph, 8
and Asaph the father of Jehoshaphat, and Jehoshaphat the father of Joram, and Joram the father of Uzziah, 9
and Uzziah the father of Jotham, and Jotham the father of Ahaz, and Ahaz the father of Hezekiah, 10
and Hezekiah the father of Manasseh, and Manasseh the father of Amos, and Amos the father of Josiah, 11
and Josiah the father of Jechoniah and his brothers, at the time of the deportation to Babylon. 12
And after the deportation to Babylon: Jechoniah was the father of Salathiel, and Salathiel the father of Zerubbabel, 13
and Zerubbabel the father of Abiud, and Abiud the father of Eliakim, and Eliakim the father of Azor, 14
and Azor the father of Zadok, and Zadok the father of Achim, and Achim the father of Eliud, 15
and Eliud the father of Eleazar, and Eleazar the father of Matthan, and Matthan the father of Jacob, 16
and Jacob the father of Joseph the husband of Mary, of whom Jesus was born, who is called the Messiah. 17
So all the generations from Abraham to David are fourteen generations; and from David to the deportation to Babylon, fourteen generations; and from the deportation to Babylon to the Messiah, fourteen generations.

1
In those days John the Baptist appeared in the wilderness of Judea, proclaiming, 2
"Repent, for the kingdom of heaven has come near." 3
This is the one of whom the prophet Isaiah spoke when he said, "The voice of one crying out in the wilderness: 'Prepare the way of the Lord, make his paths straight.'" 4
Now John wore clothing of camel's hair with a leather belt around his waist, and his food was locusts and wild honey. 5
Then the people of Jerusalem and all Judea were going out to him, and all the region along the Jordan, 6
and they were baptized by him in the river Jordan, confessing their sins.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The Song of Simeon

Luke 2:29-32

Nunc dimittis

Lord, you now have set your servant free*

to go in peace as you have promised;

For these eyes of mine have seen the Savior,*

whom you have prepared for all the world to see:

A Light to enlighten the nations,*

and the glory of your people Israel.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Creed

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayers

The Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

The Suffrages

Show us your mercy, O Lord;

And grant us your salvation.

Clothe your ministers with righteousness;

Let your people sing with joy.

Give peace, O Lord, in all the world;

For only in you can we live in safety.

Lord, keep this nation under your care;

And guide us in the way of justice and truth.

Let your way be known upon earth;

Your saving health among all nations.

Let not the needy, O Lord, be forgotten;

Nor the hope of the poor be taken away.

Create in us clean hearts, O God;

And sustain us with your Holy Spirit.

The Collect of the Day: The Third Sunday of Easter

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 all his redeeming work; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

For Mission

Lord Jesus Christ, you stretched out your arms of love on the hard wood of the cross that everyone might come within the reach of your saving embrace: So clothe us in your Spirit that we, reaching forth our hands in love, may bring those who do not know you to the knowledge and love of you; for the honor of your Name. Amen.

World Cycle of Prayer

We pray for the people of Cyprus
.

Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

We pray for our sisters and brothers members of the Syrian Orthodox Patriarchate of Antioch and All the East
.

A Collect for Peace

Most holy God, the source of all good desires, all right judgments, and all just works: Give to us, your servants, that peace which the world cannot give, so that our minds may be fixed on the doing of your will, and that we, being delivered from the fear of all enemies, may live in peace and quietness; through the mercies of Christ Jesus our Savior. Amen.

Intercessions

Let us pray now for our own needs and those of others.

Hymn: To my humble supplication

To my humble supplication

Lord, give ear and acceptation

Save thy servant, that hath none

Help nor hope but Thee alone. Amen.

Birthdays

Anniversaries

For Recovery from Sickness

For Travelers

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

For Those to be Baptized

For the Departed

Full list of prayers

For the Right Use of God's Gifts

Almighty God, whose loving hand has given us all that we possess: Grant us grace that we may honor you with our substance, and, remembering the account which we must one day give, may be faithful stewards of your bounty, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For Knowledge of God's Creation

Almighty and everlasting God, you made the universe with all its marvelous order, its atoms, worlds, and galaxies, and the infinite complexity of living creatures: Grant that, as we probe the mysteries of your creation, we may come to know you more truly, and more surely fulfill our role in your eternal purpose; in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For the Care of Children

Almighty God, heavenly Father, you have blessed us with the joy and care of children: Give us calm strength and patient wisdom as we bring them up, that we may teach them to love whatever is just and true and good, following the example of our Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

Hymn: There is a hope

There is a hope that burns within my heart,

That gives me strength for every passing day;

A glimpse of glory now revealed in meagre part,

Yet drives all doubt away:

I stand in Christ, with sins forgiven;

And Christ in me, the hope of heaven!

My highest calling and my deepest joy,

To make His will my home.

There is a hope that lifts my weary head,

A consolation strong against despair,

That when the world has plunged me in its deepest pit,

I find the Saviour there!

Through present sufferings, future's fear,

He whispers 'courage' in my ear.

For I am safe in everlasting arms,

And they will lead me home.

There is a hope that stands the test of time,

That lifts my eyes beyond the beckoning grave,

To see the matchless beauty of a day divine

When I behold His face!

When sufferings cease and sorrows die,

And every longing satisfied.

Then joy unspeakable will flood my soul,

For I am truly home

Singers: Choirs and congregation, St Thomas', Belfast, Ireland Composer: Stuart Townsend

A Prayer Attributed to St. Francis

Lord, make us instruments of your peace.

Where there is hatred, let us sow love;

where there is injury, pardon;

where there is discord, union;

where there is doubt, faith;

where there is despair, hope;

where there is darkness, light;

where there is sadness, joy.

Grant that we may not so much seek to be consoled as to console;

to be understood as to understand;

to be loved as to love.

For it is in giving that we receive;

it is in pardoning that we are pardoned;

and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life. Amen.

The Ending

The General Thanksgiving

Almighty God, Father of all mercies,

we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks

for all your goodness and loving-kindness

to us and to all whom you have made.

We bless you for our creation, preservation,

and all the blessings of this life;

but above all for your immeasurable love

in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;

for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.

And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies,

that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise,

not only with our lips, but in our lives,

by giving up our selves to your service,

and by walking before you

in holiness and righteousness all our days;

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with us all evermore. Amen. 2 Corinthians 13:14

Hymn: God Be With You

God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus' feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

15 April Compline

Opening Sentence

The Lord Almighty grant us a peaceful night and a perfect end.

Amen.

Our help is in the Name of the Lord;

The maker of heaven and earth.

Confession

Let us confess our sins to God.

Almighty God, our heavenly Father:

We have sinned against you,

through our own fault,

in thought, and word, and deed,

and in what we have left undone.

For the sake of your Son our Lord Jesus Christ,

forgive us all our offenses;

and grant that we may serve you

in newness of life,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

May the Almighty God grant us forgiveness of all our sins,and the grace and comfort of the Holy Spirit.

Amen.

Psalm 91 Qui habitat

1
He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High, *

abides under the shadow of the Almighty.

2
He shall say to the LORD, "You are my refuge and my stronghold, *

my God in whom I put my trust."

3
He shall deliver you from the snare of the hunter *

and from the deadly pestilence.

4
He shall cover you with his pinions, and you shall find refuge under his wings; *

his faithfulness shall be a shield and buckler.

5
You shall not be afraid of any terror by night, *

nor of the arrow that flies by day;

6
Of the plague that stalks in the darkness, *

nor of the sickness that lays waste at mid-day.

7
A thousand shall fall at your side

and ten thousand at your right hand, *

but it shall not come near you.

8
Your eyes have only to behold *

to see the reward of the wicked.

9
Because you have made the LORD your refuge, *

and the Most High your habitation,

10
There shall no evil happen to you, *

neither shall any plague come near your dwelling.

11
For he shall give his angels charge over you, *

to keep you in all your ways.

12
They shall bear you in their hands, *

lest you dash your foot against a stone.

13
You shall tread upon the lion and the adder; *

you shall trample the young lion and the serpent under your feet.

14
Because he is bound to me in love,

therefore will I deliver him; *

I will protect him, because he knows my Name.

15
He shall call upon me, and I will answer him; *

I am with him in trouble;

I will rescue him and bring him to honor.

16
With long life will I satisfy him, *

and show him my salvation.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

May the God of peace, who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus, and great shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the eternal covenant, equip you with everything good that you may do his will, working in you that which is pleasing in his sight; through Jesus Christ, to whom be glory for ever and ever. Hebrews 13:20-21

Thanks be to God.

Responses

Into your hands, O Lord, I commend my spirit;

For you have redeemed me, O Lord, O God of truth.

Keep us, O Lord, as the apple of your eye;

Hide us under the shadow of your wings.

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Look down, O Lord, from your heavenly throne, and illumine this night with your celestial brightness; that by night as by day your people may glorify your holy Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Prayer

We give thanks, O God, for revealing your Son Jesus Christ to us by the light of his resurrection: Grant that as we sing your glory at the close of this day, our joy may abound in the morning as we celebrate the Paschal mystery; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

The Song of Simeon

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Lord, you now have set your servant free *

to go in peace as you have promised;

For these eyes of mine have seen the Savior, *

whom you have prepared for all the world to see:

A Light to enlighten the nations, *

and the glory of your people Israel.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The almighty and merciful Lord, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, bless us and keep us.

Amen.

Jump to Noonday

Tuesday

Morning Prayer

The Opening

Opening Sentence

I was glad when they said to me, "Let us go to the house of the Lord." Psalm 122:1

Hymn: Today I awake

Today I awake and God is before me.

At night, as I dreamt, God summoned the day;

For God never sleeps but patterns the morning

with slithers of gold or glory in grey.

Today I arise and Christ is beside me.

He walked through the dark to scatter new light,

Yes, Christ is alive, and beckons his people

to hope and to heal, resist and invite.

Today I affirm the Spirit within me

at worship and work, in struggle and rest.

The Spirit inspires all life which is changing

from fearing to faith, from broken to blest.

Today I enjoy the Trinity round me,

above and beneath, before and behind;

The Maker, the Son, the Spirit together

they called me to life and call me their friend.

Words and Music: John Bell

Confession of Sin

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned against you

in thought, word, and deed,

by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone.

We have not loved you with our whole heart;

we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,

have mercy on us and forgive us;

that we may delight in your will,

and walk in your ways,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen.

The Invitatory and Psalter

Lord, open our lips.

And our mouth shall proclaim your praise.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

Antiphon

The Earth is the Lord's for he made it:

Come let us adore him.

Jubilate

Be joyful in the Lord, all you lands;

serve the Lord with gladness

and come before his presence with a song.

Know this: the Lord himself is God;

he himself has made us, and we are his;

we are his people and the sheep of his pasture.

Enter his gates with thanksgiving;

go into his courts with praise;

give thanks to him and call upon his Name.

For the Lord is good;

his mercy is everlasting;

and his faithfulness endures from age to age.

The Earth is the Lord's for he made it:

Come let us adore him.

The Psalms Appointed

26 Judica me, Domine or

Coverdale

1
Give judgment for me, O Lord,

for I have lived with integrity; *

I have trusted in the Lord and have not faltered.

2
Test me, O Lord, and try me; *

examine my heart and my mind.

3
For your love is before my eyes; *

I have walked faithfully with you.

4
I have not sat with the worthless, *

nor do I consort with the deceitful.

5
I have hated the company of evildoers; *

I will not sit down with the wicked.

6
I will wash my hands in innocence, O Lord, *

that I may go in procession round your altar,

7
Singing aloud a song of thanksgiving *

and recounting all your wonderful deeds.

8
Lord, I love the house in which you dwell *

and the place where your glory abides.

9
Do not sweep me away with sinners, *

nor my life with those who thirst for blood,

10
Whose hands are full of evil plots, *

and their right hand full of bribes.

11
As for me, I will live with integrity; *

redeem me, O Lord, and have pity on me.

12
My foot stands on level ground; *

in the full assembly I will bless the Lord.

28 Ad te, Domine

Coverdale

1
O Lord, I call to you;

my Rock, do not be deaf to my cry; *

lest, if you do not hear me,

I become like those who go down to the Pit.

2
Hear the voice of my prayer when I cry out to you, *

when I lift up my hands to your holy of holies.

3
Do not snatch me away with the wicked or with the

evildoers, *

who speak peaceably with their neighbors,

while strife is in their hearts.

4
Repay them according to their deeds, *

and according to the wickedness of their actions.

5
According to the work of their hands repay them, *

and give them their just deserts.

6
They have no understanding of the Lord's doings,

nor of the works of his hands; *

therefore he will break them down and not

build them up.

7
Blessed is the Lord! *

for he has heard the voice of my prayer.

8
The Lord is my strength and my shield; *

my heart trusts in him, and I have been helped;

9
Therefore my heart dances for joy, *

and in my song will I praise him.

10
The Lord is the strength of his people, *

a safe refuge for his anointed.

11
Save your people and bless your inheritance; *

shepherd them and carry them for ever.

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be;

world without end. Amen. Amen.

The Lessons

The First Lesson

A reading from the Book of Exodus 19:1-16

1
On the third new moon after the Israelites had gone out of the land of Egypt, on that very day, they came into the wilderness of Sinai. 2
They had journeyed from Rephidim, entered the wilderness of Sinai, and camped in the wilderness; Israel camped there in front of the mountain. 3
Then Moses went up to God; the Lord called to him from the mountain, saying, "Thus you shall say to the house of Jacob, and tell the Israelites: 4
You have seen what I did to the Egyptians, and how I bore you on eagles' wings and brought you to myself. 5
Now therefore, if you obey my voice and keep my covenant, you shall be my treasured possession out of all the peoples. Indeed, the whole earth is mine, 6
but you shall be for me a priestly kingdom and a holy nation. These are the words that you shall speak to the Israelites." 7
So Moses came, summoned the elders of the people, and set before them all these words that the Lord had commanded him. 8
The people all answered as one: "Everything that the Lord has spoken we will do." Moses reported the words of the people to the Lord.

9
Then the Lord said to Moses, "I am going to come to you in a dense cloud, in order that the people may hear when I speak with you and so trust you ever after." When Moses had told the words of the people to the Lord, 10
the Lord said to Moses: "Go to the people and consecrate them today and tomorrow. Have them wash their clothes 11
and prepare for the third day, because on the third day the Lord will come down upon Mount Sinai in the sight of all the people. 12
You shall set limits for the people all around, saying, 'Be careful not to go up the mountain or to touch the edge of it. Any who touch the mountain shall be put to death. 13
No hand shall touch them, but they shall be stoned or shot with arrows; whether animal or human being, they shall not live.' When the trumpet sounds a long blast, they may go up on the mountain." 14
So Moses went down from the mountain to the people. He consecrated the people, and they washed their clothes. 15
And he said to the people, "Prepare for the third day; do not go near a woman."

16
On the morning of the third day there was thunder and lightning, as well as a thick cloud on the mountain, and a blast of a trumpet so loud that all the people who were in the camp trembled.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

13 A Song of Praise
Benedictus es, Domine

Song of the Three Young Men, 29-34

Glory to you, Lord God of our fathers; *

you are worthy of praise; glory to you.

Glory to you for the radiance of your holy Name; *

we will praise you and highly exalt you for ever.

Glory to you in the splendor of your temple; *

on the throne of your majesty, glory to you.

Glory to you, seated between the Cherubim; *

we will praise you and highly exalt you for ever.

Glory to you, beholding the depths; *

in the high vault of heaven, glory to you.

Glory to you, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; *

we will praise you and highly exalt you for ever.

The Second Lesson

A reading from the Book of Colossians 1:1-14

1
Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, and Timothy our brother, 2
To the saints and faithful brothers and sisters in Christ in Colossae: Grace to you and peace from God our Father.

3
In our prayers for you we always thank God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, 4
for we have heard of your faith in Christ Jesus and of the love that you have for all the saints, 5
because of the hope laid up for you in heaven. You have heard of this hope before in the word of the truth, the gospel 6
that has come to you. Just as it is bearing fruit and growing in the whole world, so it has been bearing fruit among yourselves from the day you heard it and truly comprehended the grace of God. 7
This you learned from Epaphras, our beloved fellow servant. He is a faithful minister of Christ on your behalf, 8
and he has made known to us your love in the Spirit.

9
For this reason, since the day we heard it, we have not ceased praying for you and asking that you may be filled with the knowledge of God's will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding, 10
so that you may lead lives worthy of the Lord, fully pleasing to him, as you bear fruit in every good work and as you grow in the knowledge of God. 11
May you be made strong with all the strength that comes from his glorious power, and may you be prepared to endure everything with patience, while joyfully

12
giving thanks to the Father, who has enabled you to share in the inheritance of the saints in the light. 13
He has rescued us from the power of darkness and transferred us into the kingdom of his beloved Son, 14
in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

18 A Song to the Lamb
Dignus es

Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13

Splendor and honor and kingly power *

are yours by right, O Lord our God,

For you created everything that is, *

and by your will they were created and have their being;

And yours by right, O Lamb that was slain, *

for with your blood you have redeemed for God,

From every family, language, people, and nation, *

a kingdom of priests to serve our God.

And so, to him who sits upon the throne, *

and to Christ the Lamb,

Be worship and praise, dominion and splendor, *

for ever and for evermore.

The Gospel

A reading from the Gospel according to Matthew 3:7-12

7
But when he saw many Pharisees and Sadducees coming for baptism, he said to them, "You brood of vipers! Who warned you to flee from the wrath to come? 8
Bear fruit worthy of repentance. 9
Do not presume to say to yourselves, 'We have Abraham as our ancestor'; for I tell you, God is able from these stones to raise up children to Abraham. 10
Even now the ax is lying at the root of the trees; every tree therefore that does not bear good fruit is cut down and thrown into the fire. 11
"I baptize you with water for repentance, but one who is more powerful than I is coming after me; I am not worthy to carry his sandals. He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire. 12
His winnowing fork is in his hand, and he will clear his threshing floor and will gather his wheat into the granary; but the chaff he will burn with unquenchable fire."

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayers

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Let us pray.

Contemporary Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

The Suffrages

Show us your mercy, O Lord;

And grant us your salvation.

Clothe your ministers with righteousness;

Let your people sing with joy.

Give peace, O Lord, in all the world;

For only in you can we live in safety.

Lord, keep this nation under your care;

And guide us in the way of justice and truth.

Let your way be known upon earth;

Your saving health among all nations.

Let not the needy, O Lord, be forgotten;

Nor the hope of the poor be taken away.

Create in us clean hearts, O God;

And sustain us with your Holy Spirit.

Collect of the Day: The Third Sunday of Easter

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 all his redeeming work; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

A Collect for Mission

O God and Father of all, whom the whole heavens adore: Let the whole earth also worship you, all nations obey you, all tongues confess and bless you, and men and women everywhere love you and serve you in peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

World Cycle of Prayer

We pray for the people of Fiji
.

Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

We pray for our sisters and brothers members of the United Church of Christ
.

A Collect for Guidance

Heavenly Father, in you we live and move and have our being: We humbly pray you so to guide and govern us by your Holy Spirit, that in all the cares and occupations of our life we may not forget you, but may remember that we are ever walking in your sight; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Intercessions

Let us pray now for our own needs and those of others.

Hymn: To my humble supplication

To my humble supplication

Lord, give ear and acceptation

Save thy servant, that hath none

Help nor hope but Thee alone. Amen.

Birthdays

Anniversaries

For Recovery from Sickness

For Travelers

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

For Those to be Baptized

For the Departed

Full list of prayers

For the Human Family

O God, you made us in your own image and redeemed us through Jesus your Son: Look with compassion on the whole human family; take away the arrogance and hatred which infect our hearts; break down the walls that separate us; unite us in bonds of love; and work through our struggle and confusion to accomplish your purposes on earth; that, in your good time, all nations and races may serve you in harmony around your heavenly throne; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For Prisons and Correctional Institutions

Lord Jesus, for our sake you were condemned as a criminal: Visit our jails and prisons with your pity and judgment. Remember all prisoners, and bring the guilty to repentance and amendment of life according to your will, and give them hope for their future. When any are held unjustly, bring them release; forgive us, and teach us to improve our justice. Remember those who work in these institutions; keep them humane and compassionate; and save them from becoming brutal or callous. And since what we do for those in prison, O Lord, we do for you, constrain us to improve their lot. All this we ask for your mercy's sake. Amen.

For the Victims of Addiction

Blessed Lord, you ministered to all who came to you: Look with compassion upon all who through addiction have lost their health and freedom. Restore to them the assurance of your unfailing mercy; remove from them the fears that beset them; strengthen them in the work of their recovery; and to those who care for them, give patient understanding and persevering love. Amen.

Hymn: Though I may speak

Though I may speak with bravest fire,

And have the gift to all inspire,

And have not love, my words are vain,

As sounding brass, and hopeless gain.

Though I may give all I possess,

And striving so my love profess,

But not be given by love within,

The profit soon turns strangely thin.

Come, Spirit, come, our hearts control,

Our spirits long to be made whole.

Let inward love guide every deed;

By this we worship, and are freed.

Singers: The Kindred Hearts Quartet

Tune: O Waly, Waly

A Prayer Attributed to St. Francis

Lord, make us instruments of your peace.

Where there is hatred, let us sow love;

where there is injury, pardon;

where there is discord, union;

where there is doubt, faith;

where there is despair, hope;

where there is darkness, light;

where there is sadness, joy.

Grant that we may not so much seek to be consoled as to console;

to be understood as to understand;

to be loved as to love.

For it is in giving that we receive;

it is in pardoning that we are pardoned;

and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life. Amen.

The Ending

The General Thanksgiving

Almighty God, Father of all mercies,

we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks

for all your goodness and loving-kindness

to us and to all whom you have made.

We bless you for our creation, preservation,

and all the blessings of this life;

but above all for your immeasurable love

in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;

for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.

And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies,

that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise,

not only with our lips, but in our lives,

by giving up our selves to your service,

and by walking before you

in holiness and righteousness all our days;

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Glory to God whose power, working in us, can do infinitely more than we can ask or imagine: Glory to him from generation to generation in the Church, and in Christ Jesus for ever and ever. Amen. Ephesians 3:20, 21

Hymn: God Be With You

God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus' feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

An Order of Service for Noonday

The Opening

Officiant

O God, make speed to save us.

People

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Officiant and People

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

A suitable hymn may be sung.

The Psalm

Psalm 121 Levavi oculos

1
I lift up my eyes to the hills; *

from where is my help to come?

2
My help comes from the LORD, *

the maker of heaven and earth.

3
He will not let your foot be moved *

and he who watches over you will not fall asleep.

4
Behold, he who keeps watch over Israel *

shall neither slumber nor sleep;

5
The Lord himself watches over you; *

the Lord is your shade at your right hand,

6
So that the sun shall not strike you by day, *

nor the moon by night.

7
The Lord shall preserve you from all evil; *

it is he who shall keep you safe.

8
The Lord shall watch over your going out and

your coming in, *

from this time forth for evermore.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

Officiant

If anyone is in Christ he is a new creation; the old has passed away, behold the new has come. All this is from God, who through Christ reconciled us to himself and gave us the ministry of reconciliation. 2 Corinthians 5:17-18

People

Thanks be to God.

The Prayers

Officiant

Lord, have mercy.

People

Christ, have mercy.

Officiant

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant and People recite the Lord's Prayer.

Contemporary Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

Officiant

Lord, hear our prayer;

People

And let our cry come to you.

Officiant

Let us pray.

The Collect

Officiant

Blessed Savior, at this hour you hung upon the cross, stretching out your loving arms: Grant that all the peoples of the earth may look to you and be saved; for your tender mercies sake.

Officiant and People

Amen.

Intercessions

Free intercessions may be offered.

Officiant

In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to your, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For our Presiding Bishop, for our own Bishop(s), for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who live and work in this community, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For yours is the majesty, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, now and for ever.

Officiant and People

Amen.

The Conclusion

Officiant

Let us bless the Lord.

People

Thanks be to God.

16 April

Noonday Prayer

The Psalm

Psalm 132 Memento, Domine

1
LORD, remember David, *

and all the hardships he endured;

2
How he swore an oath to the LORD *

and vowed a vow to the Mighty One of Jacob:

3
"I will not come under the roof of my house, *

nor climb up into my bed;

4
I will not allow my eyes to sleep, *

nor let my eyelids slumber;

5
Until I find a place for the LORD, *

a dwelling for the Mighty One of Jacob."

6
"The ark! We heard it was in Ephratah; *

we found it in the fields of Jearim.

7
Let us go to God's dwelling place; *

let us fall upon our knees before his footstool."

8
Arise, O LORD, into your resting-place, *

you and the ark of your strength.

9
Let your priests be clothed with righteousness; *

let your faithful people sing with joy.

10
For your servant David's sake, *

do not turn away the face of your Anointed.

11
The LORD has sworn an oath to David; *

in truth, he will not break it:

12
"A son, the fruit of your body *

will I set upon your throne.

13
If your children keep my covenant

and my testimonies that I shall teach them, *

their children will sit upon your throne for evermore."

14
For the LORD has chosen Zion; *

he has desired her for his habitation:

15
"This shall be my resting-place for ever; *

here will I dwell, for I delight in her.

16
I will surely bless her provisions, *

and satisfy her poor with bread.

17
I will clothe her priests with salvation, *

and her faithful people will rejoice and sing.

18
There will I make the horn of David flourish; *

I have prepared a lamp for my Anointed.

19
As for his enemies, I will clothe them with shame; *

but as for him, his crown will shine."

Glory to the Father,

and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

The love of God has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit that has been given to us. Romans 5:5

Thanks be to God.

Kyrie

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

The Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Lord Jesus Christ, you said to your apostles, "Peace I give to you; my peace I leave with you:" Regard not our sins, but the faith of your Church, and give to us the peace and unity of that heavenly city, where with the Father and the Holy Spirit you live and reign, now and for ever. Amen.

Intercessions

In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to your, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For our Presiding Bishop, for our own Bishop(s), for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who live and work in this community, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For yours is the majesty, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, now and for ever.

Amen.

Conclusion

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

Jump to Compline

Tuesday

Evening Prayer

The Opening

Opening Sentence

Worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole Earth tremble before him. Psalm 96:9

Hymn: Be Thou my Vision

Be Thou my Vision, O Lord of my heart;

Naught be all else to me, save that Thou art

Thou my best Thought, by day or by night,

Waking or sleeping, Thy presence my light.

Be Thou my Wisdom, and Thou my true Word;

I ever with Thee and Thou with me, Lord;

Thou my great Father, I Thy true son;

Thou in me dwelling, and I with Thee one.

Be Thou my battle Shield, Sword for the fight;

Be Thou my Dignity, Thou my Delight;

Thou my soul's Shelter, Thou my high Tower:

Raise Thou me heavenward, O Power of my power.

Riches I heed not, nor man's empty praise,

Thou mine Inheritance, now and always:

Thou and Thou only, first in my heart,

High King of heaven, my Treasure Thou art.

High King of heaven, my victory won,

May I reach heaven's joys, O bright heaven's Sun!

Heart of my own heart, whatever befall,

Still be my Vision, O Ruler of all.

Music: Slane
Irish ballad

Words: Irish (8thC) versified by Mary Elizabeth Byrne

Confession

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned against you

in thought, word, and deed,

by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone.

We have not loved you with our whole heart;

we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,

have mercy on us and forgive us;

that we may delight in your will,

and walk in your ways,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen.

Versicle and Response

O God, make speed to save us.

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

O Gracious Light Phos hilaron

O gracious Light,

pure brightness of the everliving Father in heaven,

O Jesus Christ, holy and blessed!

Now as we come to the setting of the sun,

and our eyes behold the vesper light,

we sing your praises, O God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

You are worthy at all times to be praised by happy voices,

O Son of God, O Giver of life,

and to be glorified through all the worlds.

The Psalms Appointed

67 Deus misereatur
or

Coverdale

1
May God be merciful to us and bless us, *

show us the light of his countenance and come to us.

2
Let your ways be known upon earth, *

your saving health among all nations.

3
Let the peoples praise you, O God; *

let all the peoples praise you.

4
Let the nations be glad and sing for joy, *

for you judge the peoples with equity

and guide all the nations upon earth.

5
Let the peoples praise you, O God; *

let all the peoples praise you.

6
The earth has brought forth her increase; *

may God, our own God, give us his blessing.

7
May God give us his blessing, *

and may all the ends of the earth stand in awe of him.

96 Cantate Domino
or

Coverdale

1
Sing to the Lord a new song; *

sing to the Lord, all the whole earth.

2
Sing to the Lord and bless his Name; *

proclaim the good news of his salvation from day to day.

3
Declare his glory among the nations *

and his wonders among all peoples.

4
For great is the Lord and greatly to be praised; *

he is more to be feared than all gods.

Gloria Patri

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Ghost:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and ever shall be.

World without end. Amen. Amen.

The Gospel

A reading from the Gospel according to Matthew 3:7-12

7
But when he saw many Pharisees and Sadducees coming for baptism, he said to them, "You brood of vipers! Who warned you to flee from the wrath to come? 8
Bear fruit worthy of repentance. 9
Do not presume to say to yourselves, 'We have Abraham as our ancestor'; for I tell you, God is able from these stones to raise up children to Abraham. 10
Even now the ax is lying at the root of the trees; every tree therefore that does not bear good fruit is cut down and thrown into the fire. 11
"I baptize you with water for repentance, but one who is more powerful than I is coming after me; I am not worthy to carry his sandals. He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire. 12
His winnowing fork is in his hand, and he will clear his threshing floor and will gather his wheat into the granary; but the chaff he will burn with unquenchable fire."

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The Song of Simeon

Luke 2:29-32

Nunc dimittis

Lord, you now have set your servant free*

to go in peace as you have promised;

For these eyes of mine have seen the Savior,*

whom you have prepared for all the world to see:

A Light to enlighten the nations,*

and the glory of your people Israel.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Creed

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayers

The Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

The Suffrages

That this evening may be holy, good, and peaceful,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That your holy angels may lead us in paths of peace and goodwill,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That we may be pardoned and forgiven for our sins and offenses,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That there may be peace to your Church and to the whole world,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That we may depart this life in your faith and fear, and not be condemned before the great judgment seat of Christ,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That we may be bound together by your Holy Spirit in the communion of all your saints, entrusting one another and all our life to Christ,

We entreat you, O Lord.

Collect of the Day: The Third Sunday of Easter

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 all his redeeming work; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

For Mission

Keep watch, dear Lord, with those who work, or watch, or weep this night, and give your angels charge over those who sleep. Tend the sick, Lord Christ; give rest to the weary, bless the dying, soothe the suffering, pity the afflicted, shield the joyous; and all for your love's sake. Amen.

World Cycle of Prayer

We pray for the people of The Czech Republic
.

Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

We pray for our sisters and brothers members of the The Apostolic Faith Mission of South Africa
.

A Collect for Guidance

O heavenly Father, in whom we live and move and have our being: We humbly pray you so to guide and govern us by your Holy Spirit, that in all the cares and occupations of our life we may not forget you, but may remember that we are ever walking in your sight; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Intercessions

Let us pray now for our own needs and those of others.

Hymn: To my humble supplication

To my humble supplication

Lord, give ear and acceptation

Save thy servant, that hath none

Help nor hope but Thee alone. Amen.

Birthdays

Anniversaries

For Recovery from Sickness

For Travelers

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

For Those to be Baptized

For the Departed

Full list of prayers

For Agriculture

Almighty God, we thank you for making the earth fruitful, so that it might produce what is needed for life: Bless those who work in the fields; give us seasonable weather; and grant that we may all share the fruits of the earth, rejoicing in your goodness; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For Those We Love

Almighty God, we entrust all who are dear to us to your never-failing care and love, for this life and the life to come, knowing that you are doing for them better things than we can desire or pray for; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For Quiet Confidence

O God of peace, who has taught us that in returning and rest we will be saved, in quietness and confidence will be our strength: By the might of your Spirit lift us, we pray, to your presence, where we may be still and know that you are God; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Hymn: Immortal, invisible

Immortal, invisible, God only wise,

In light inaccessible hid from our eyes,

Most blessed, most glorious, the Ancient of Days,

Almighty, victorious, Thy great name we praise.

Unresting, unhasting, and silent as light,

Not wanting, not wasting, Thou rulest in might;

Thy justice like mountains high soaring above,

Thy clouds which are fountains of goodness and love.

To all life Thou givest—to both great and small;

In all life Thou livest, the true life of all;

We blossom and flourish like leaves on the tree,

Then wither and perish, but naught changeth Thee.

Thou reignest in glory, Thou rulest in Light.

Thine angels adore Thee all veiling their sight.

All praise we would render: O help us to see

'Tis only the splendor of Light hiddeth Thee.

Words: W. Chalmers Smith

Tune: St. Denio

A Prayer of Self-Dedication

Almighty and eternal God,

so draw our hearts to you,

so guide our minds,

so fill our imaginations,

so control our wills,

that we may be wholly yours,

utterly dedicated unto you;

and then use us, we pray you, as you will,

and always to your glory and the welfare of your people;

through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

The Ending

The General Thanksgiving

Almighty God, Father of all mercies,

we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks

for all your goodness and loving-kindness

to us and to all whom you have made.

We bless you for our creation, preservation,

and all the blessings of this life;

but above all for your immeasurable love

in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;

for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.

And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies,

that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise,

not only with our lips, but in our lives,

by giving up our selves to your service,

and by walking before you

in holiness and righteousness all our days;

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with us all evermore. Amen. 2 Corinthians 13:14

Hymn: God Be With You

God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus' feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

16 April Compline

Opening Sentence

The Lord Almighty grant us a peaceful night and a perfect end.

Amen.

Our help is in the Name of the Lord;

The maker of heaven and earth.

Confession

Let us confess our sins to God.

Almighty God, our heavenly Father:

We have sinned against you,

through our own fault,

in thought, and word, and deed,

and in what we have left undone.

For the sake of your Son our Lord Jesus Christ,

forgive us all our offenses;

and grant that we may serve you

in newness of life,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

May the Almighty God grant us forgiveness of all our sins,and the grace and comfort of the Holy Spirit.

Amen.

Psalm 134 Ecce nunc

1
Behold now, bless the LORD, all you servants of the LORD, *

you that stand by night in the house of the LORD.

2
Lift up your hands in the holy place and bless the LORD; *

the LORD who made heaven and earth bless you out of Zion.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

Be sober, be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. Resist him, firm in your faith. 1 Peter 5:8-9a

Thanks be to God.

Responses

Into your hands, O Lord, I commend my spirit;

For you have redeemed me, O Lord, O God of truth.

Keep us, O Lord, as the apple of your eye;

Hide us under the shadow of your wings.

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Visit this place, O Lord, and drive far from it all snare of the enemy; let your holy angels dwell with us to preserve us in peace; and let your blessing be upon us always; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Prayer

O God, your unfailing providence sustains the world we live in and the life we live: Watch over those, both night and day, who work while others sleep, and grant that we may never forget that our common life depends upon each other's toil; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

The Song of Simeon

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Lord, you now have set your servant free *

to go in peace as you have promised;

For these eyes of mine have seen the Savior, *

whom you have prepared for all the world to see:

A Light to enlighten the nations, *

and the glory of your people Israel.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The almighty and merciful Lord, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, bless us and keep us.

Amen.

Jump to Noonday

Wednesday

Morning Prayer

The Opening

Opening Sentence

I was glad when they said to me, "Let us go to the house of the Lord." Psalm 122:1

Hymn: I want to walk as a child of the light

I want to walk as a child of the light;

I want to follow Jesus.

God set the stars to give light to the world;

The star of my life is Jesus.

In him there is no darkness at all;

The night and the day are both alike.

The Lamb is the light of the city of God;

Shine in my heart, Lord Jesus.

I want to see the brightness of God;

I want to look at Jesus.

Clear Sun of righteousness, shine on my path,

And show me the way to the Father.

In him there is no darkness at all;

The night and the day are both alike.

The Lamb is the light of the city of God;

Shine in my heart, Lord Jesus.

I'm looking for the coming of Christ;

I want to be with Jesus.

When we have run with patience the race,

We shall know the joy of Jesus.

In him there is no darkness at all;

The night and the day are both alike.

The Lamb is the light of the city of God;

Shine in my heart, Lord Jesus.

Words: Kathleen Thomerson

Tune: Houston

Confession of Sin

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned against you

in thought, word, and deed,

by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone.

We have not loved you with our whole heart;

we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,

have mercy on us and forgive us;

that we may delight in your will,

and walk in your ways,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen.

Invitatory and Psalter

Lord, open our lips.

And our mouth shall proclaim your praise.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

Antiphon

The Earth is the Lord's for he made it:

Come let us adore him.

Jubilate

Be joyful in the Lord, all you lands;

serve the Lord with gladness

and come before his presence with a song.

Know this: the Lord himself is God;

he himself has made us, and we are his;

we are his people and the sheep of his pasture.

Enter his gates with thanksgiving;

go into his courts with praise;

give thanks to him and call upon his Name.

For the Lord is good;

his mercy is everlasting;

and his faithfulness endures from age to age.

The Earth is the Lord's for he made it:

Come let us adore him.

The Psalm Appointed

38 Domine, ne in furore or

Coverdale

1
O Lord, do not rebuke me in your anger; *

do not punish me in your wrath.

2
For your arrows have already pierced me, *

and your hand presses hard upon me.

3
There is no health in my flesh,

because of your indignation; *

there is no soundness in my body, because of my sin.

4
For my iniquities overwhelm me; *

like a heavy burden they are too much for me to bear.

5
My wounds stink and fester *

by reason of my foolishness.

6
I am utterly bowed down and prostrate; *

I go about in mourning all the day long.

7
My loins are filled with searing pain; *

there is no health in my body.

8
I am utterly numb and crushed; *

I wail, because of the groaning of my heart.

9
O Lord, you know all my desires, *

and my sighing is not hidden from you.

10
My heart is pounding, my strength has failed me, *

and the brightness of my eyes is gone from me.

11
My friends and companions draw back from my affliction; *

my neighbors stand afar off.

12
Those who seek after my life lay snares for me; *

those who strive to hurt me speak of my ruin

and plot treachery all the day long.

13
But I am like the deaf who do not hear, *

like those who are mute and who do not open their mouth.

14
I have become like one who does not hear *

and from whose mouth comes no defense.

15
For in you, O Lord, have I fixed my hope; *

you will answer me, O Lord my God.

16
For I said, "Do not let them rejoice at my expense, *

those who gloat over me when my foot slips."

17
Truly, I am on the verge of falling, *

and my pain is always with me.

18
I will confess my iniquity *

and be sorry for my sin.

19
Those who are my enemies without cause are mighty, *

and many in number are those who wrongfully hate me.

20
Those who repay evil for good slander me, *

because I follow the course that is right.

21
O Lord, do not forsake me; *

be not far from me, O my God.

22
Make haste to help me, *

O Lord of my salvation.

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be;

world without end. Amen. Amen.

The Lessons

The First Lesson

A reading from the Book of Exodus 19:16-25

16
On the morning of the third day there was thunder and lightning, as well as a thick cloud on the mountain, and a blast of a trumpet so loud that all the people who were in the camp trembled. 17
Moses brought the people out of the camp to meet God. They took their stand at the foot of the mountain. 18
Now Mount Sinai was wrapped in smoke, because the Lord had descended upon it in fire; the smoke went up like the smoke of a kiln, while the whole mountain shook violently. 19
As the blast of the trumpet grew louder and louder, Moses would speak and God would answer him in thunder. 20
When the Lord descended upon Mount Sinai, to the top of the mountain, the Lord summoned Moses to the top of the mountain, and Moses went up. 21
Then the Lord said to Moses, "Go down and warn the people not to break through to the Lord to look; otherwise many of them will perish. 22
Even the priests who approach the Lord must consecrate themselves or the Lord will break out against them." 23
Moses said to the Lord, "The people are not permitted to come up to Mount Sinai; for you yourself warned us, saying, 'Set limits around the mountain and keep it holy.'" 24
The Lord said to him, "Go down, and come up bringing Aaron with you; but do not let either the priests or the people break through to come up to the Lord; otherwise he will break out against them." 25
So Moses went down to the people and told them.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

11 The Third Song of Isaiah
Surge, illuminare

Isaiah 60:1-3, 11a, 14c, 18-19

Arise, shine, for your light has come, *

and the glory of the Lord has dawned upon you.

For behold, darkness covers the land; *

deep gloom enshrouds the peoples.

But over you the Lord will rise, *

and his glory will appear upon you.

Nations will stream to your light, *

and kings to the brightness of your dawning.

Your gates will always be open; *

by day or night they will never be shut.

They will call you, The City of the Lord, *

The Zion of the Holy One of Israel.

Violence will no more be heard in your land, *

ruin or destruction within your borders.

You will call your walls, Salvation, *

and all your portals, Praise.

The sun will no more be your light by day; *

by night you will not need the brightness of the moon.

The Lord will be your everlasting light, *

and your God will be your glory.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Second Lesson

A reading from the Book of Colossians 1:15-23

15
He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of all creation; 16
for in him all things in heaven and on earth were created, things visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or powers—all things have been created through him and for him. 17
He himself is before all things, and in him all things hold together. 18
He is the head of the body, the church; he is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead, so that he might come to have first place in everything. 19
For in him all the fullness of God was pleased to dwell, 20
and through him God was pleased to reconcile to himself all things, whether on earth or in heaven, by making peace through the blood of his cross. 21
And you who were once estranged and hostile in mind, doing evil deeds, 22
he has now reconciled in his fleshly body through death, so as to present you holy and blameless and irreproachable before him— 23
provided that you continue securely established and steadfast in the faith, without shifting from the hope promised by the gospel that you heard, which has been proclaimed to every creature under heaven. I, Paul, became a servant of this gospel.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

16 The Song of Zechariah
Benedictus Dominus Deus

Luke 1:68-79

Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel; *

he has come to his people and set them free.

He has raised up for us a mighty savior, *

born of the house of his servant David.

Through his holy prophets he promised of old,

that he would save us from our enemies, *

from the hands of all who hate us.

He promised to show mercy to our fathers *

and to remember his holy covenant.

This was the oath he swore to our father Abraham, *

to set us free from the hands of our enemies,

Free to worship him without fear, *

holy and righteous in his sight

all the days of our life.

You, my child, shall be called the prophet of the Most High, *

for you will go before the Lord to prepare his way,

To give his people knowledge of salvation *

by the forgiveness of their sins.

In the tender compassion of our God *

the dawn from on high shall break upon us,

To shine on those who dwell in darkness and the

shadow of death, *

and to guide our feet into the way of peace.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Gospel

A reading from the Gospel according to Matthew 3:13-17

13
Then Jesus came from Galilee to John at the Jordan, to be baptized by him. 14
John would have prevented him, saying, "I need to be baptized by you, and do you come to me?" 15
But Jesus answered him, "Let it be so now; for it is proper for us in this way to fulfill all righteousness." Then he consented. 16
And when Jesus had been baptized, just as he came up from the water, suddenly the heavens were opened to him and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove and alighting on him. 17
And a voice from heaven said, "This is my Son, the Beloved, with whom I am well pleased."

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayers

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Let us pray.

Contemporary Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

The Suffrages

Save your people, Lord, and bless your inheritance;

Govern and uphold them, now and always.

Day by day we bless you;

We praise your Name for ever.

Lord, keep us from all sin today;

Have mercy on us, Lord, have mercy.

Lord, show us your love and mercy;

For we put our trust in you.

In you, Lord, is our hope;

And we shall never hope in vain.

Collect of the Day: The Third Sunday of Easter

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 all his redeeming work; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

For Mission

Almighty and everlasting God, by whose Spirit the whole body of your faithful people is governed and sanctified: Receive our supplications and prayers which we offer before you for all members of your holy Church, that in their vocation and ministry they may truly and devoutly serve you; through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

World Cycle of Prayer

We pray for the people of Finland
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Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

We pray for our sisters and brothers members of the United Church of Christ - Congregational in the Marshall Islands
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A Collect for Peace

Eternal God, in whose perfect kingdom no sword is drawn but the sword of righteousness, no strength known but the strength of love: So mightily spread abroad your Spirit, that all peoples may be gathered under the banner of the Prince of Peace, as children of one Father; to whom be dominion and glory, now and for ever. Amen.

Intercessions

Let us pray now for our own needs and those of others.

Hymn: To my humble supplication

To my humble supplication

Lord, give ear and acceptation

Save thy servant, that hath none

Help nor hope but Thee alone. Amen.

Birthdays

Anniversaries

For Recovery from Sickness

For Travelers

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

For Those to be Baptized

For the Departed

Full list of prayers

For our Country

Almighty God, who has given us this good land for our heritage: We humbly beseech you that we may always prove ourselves a people mindful of your favor and glad to do your will. Bless our land with honorable industry, sound learning, and pure manners. Save us from violence, discord, and confusion; from pride and arrogance, and from every evil way. Defend our liberties, and fashion us into one united people. Endue with the spirit of wisdom those to whom in your Name we entrust the authority of government, that there may be justice and peace at home, and that, through obedience to your law, we may show forth your praise among the nations of the earth. In the time of prosperity, fill our hearts with thankfulness, and in the day of trouble, suffer not our trust in you to fail; all which we ask through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For the President of the

United States

and all in Civil Authority

O Lord our Governor, whose glory is in all the world: We commend this nation to your merciful care, that, being guided by your Providence, we may dwell secure in your peace. Grant to the President of the United States, the Governor of this State (or, Commonwealth), and to all in authority, wisdom and strength to know and to do your will. Fill them with the love of truth and righteousness, and make them ever mindful of their calling to serve this people in your fear; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, world without end. Amen.

Hymn: Joyous light of God's own glory

Joyous light of God's own glory

Light of heav'n that fills this place

Light of God, eternal Father

Light of God, the Son of grace.

As the sun begins its setting

And the glow of dusk sets in,

We look to heaven's glory

For the light that never ends.

From the smallest of the sparrows

To the blazing stars above,

All Creation sings your glory,

All Creation sings your love.

O Son of God most holy

O Son of God most high,

May all earth and all the heavens

Praise you for your glorious light.

O sing to God the Father,

O sing to God the Son,

O sing to God the Spirit,

To God, the Three in One.

Now let our voices rise up

In harmonies most pure

For God, you are most worthy

Of our praise forevermore.

Now let our voices rise up

In harmonies most pure

For God, you are most worthy

Of our praise forevermore.

Words: RR Ketcham

Tune: Nettleton

A Prayer of Self-Dedication

Almighty and eternal God,

so draw our hearts to you,

so guide our minds,

so fill our imaginations,

so control our wills,

that we may be wholly yours,

utterly dedicated unto you;

and then use us, we pray you, as you will,

and always to your glory and the welfare of your people;

through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

The Ending

The General Thanksgiving

Almighty God, Father of all mercies,

we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks

for all your goodness and loving-kindness

to us and to all whom you have made.

We bless you for our creation, preservation,

and all the blessings of this life;

but above all for your immeasurable love

in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;

for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.

And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies,

that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise,

not only with our lips, but in our lives,

by giving up our selves to your service,

and by walking before you

in holiness and righteousness all our days;

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with us all evermore. Amen. 2 Corinthians 13:14

Hymn: God Be With You

God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus' feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

An Order of Service for Noonday

The Opening

Officiant

O God, make speed to save us.

People

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Officiant and People

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

A suitable hymn may be sung.

The Psalm

Psalm 126 In convertendo

1
When the Lord restored the fortunes of Zion, *

then were we like those who dream.

2
Then was our mouth filled with laughter, * a

nd our tongue with shouts of joy.

3
Then they said among the nations, *

The Lord has done great things for them.

4
The Lord has done great things for us, * a

nd we are glad indeed.

5
Restore our fortunes, O Lord, *

like the watercourses of the Negev.

6
Those who sowed with tears *

will reap with songs of joy.

7
Those who go out weeping, carrying the seed, *

will come again with joy, shouldering their sheaves.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

Officiant

From the rising of the sun to its setting my Name shall be great among the nations, and in every place incense shall be offered to my Name, and a pure offering; for my Name shall be great among the nations, says the Lord of Hosts. Malachi 1:11

People

Thanks be to God.

The Prayers

Officiant

Lord, have mercy.

People

Christ, have mercy.

Officiant

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant and People recite the Lord's Prayer.

Contemporary Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

Officiant

Lord, hear our prayer;

People

And let our cry come to you.

Officiant

Let us pray.

The Collect

Officiant

Lord Jesus Christ, you said to your apostles, Peace I give to you; my own peace I leave with you: Regard not our sins, but the faith of your Church, and give to us the peace and unity of that heavenly City, where with the Father and the Holy Spirit you live and reign, now and for ever.

Officiant and People

Amen.

Intercessions

Free intercessions may be offered.

Officiant

In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to your, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For our Presiding Bishop, for our own Bishop(s), for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who live and work in this community, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For yours is the majesty, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, now and for ever.

Officiant and People

Amen.

The Conclusion

Officiant

Let us bless the Lord.

People

Thanks be to God.

17 April

Noonday Prayer

The Psalm

Psalm 133 Ecce, quam bonum!

1
Oh, how good and pleasant it is, *

when brethren live together in unity!

2
It is like fine oil upon the head *

that runs down upon the beard,

3
Upon the beard of Aaron, *

and runs down upon the collar of his robe.

4
It is like the dew of Hermon *

that falls upon the hills of Zion.

5
For there the LORD has ordained the blessing: *

life for evermore.

Glory to the Father,

and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

If anyone is in Christ he is a new creation; the old has passed away, behold the new has come. All this is from God, who through Christ reconciled us to himself and gave us the ministry of reconciliation. 2 Corinthians 5:17-18

Thanks be to God.

Kyrie

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

The Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Heavenly Father, send your Holy Spirit into our hearts, to direct and rule us according to your will, to comfort us in all our afflictions, to defend us from all error, and to lead us into all truth; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Intercessions

In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to your, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For our Presiding Bishop, for our own Bishop(s), for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who live and work in this community, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For yours is the majesty, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, now and for ever.

Amen.

Conclusion

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

Jump to Compline

Wednesday

Evening Prayer

The Opening

Opening Sentence

Yours is the day, O God, yours also the night; you established the moon and the sun. You fixed all the boundaries of the earth; you made both summer and winter. Psalm 74:15, 16

Hymn: The shadows of the evening hours

The shadows of the evening hours fall from the darkening sky;

Upon the fragrance of the flowers the dews of evening lie;

Before Thy throne, O Lord of Heavn, we kneel at close of day;

Look on Thy children from on high, and hear us while we pray.

Let peace, O Lord, Thy peace, O God, upon our souls descend;

From midnight fears and perils, now our trembling hearts defend.

Give us a respite from our toil; calm and subdue our woes.

Through the long day we labor, Lord, O give us now repose. Amen.

Choir: The Altar of Praise Chorale

Words: Adelaid A. Procter

Music: Henry Hiles

Tune: St. Leonard

Confession

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned against you

in thought, word, and deed,

by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone.

We have not loved you with our whole heart;

we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,

have mercy on us and forgive us;

that we may delight in your will,

and walk in your ways,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen.

Versicle and Response

O God, make speed to save us.

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

O Gracious Light Phos hilaron

O gracious Light,

pure brightness of the everliving Father in heaven,

O Jesus Christ, holy and blessed!

Now as we come to the setting of the sun,

and our eyes behold the vesper light,

we sing your praises, O God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

You are worthy at all times to be praised by happy voices,

O Son of God, O Giver of life,

and to be glorified through all the worlds.

The Psalm Appointed

119:25-48
or

Coverdale

Daleth Adhœsit pavimento

25
My soul cleaves to the dust; *

give me life according to your word.

26
I have confessed my ways, and you answered me; *

instruct me in your statutes.

27
Make me understand the way of your commandments, *

that I may meditate on your marvelous works.

28
My soul melts away for sorrow; *

strengthen me according to your word.

29
Take from me the way of lying; *

let me find grace through your law.

30
I have chosen the way of faithfulness; *

I have set your judgments before me.

31
I hold fast to your decrees; *

O Lord, let me not be put to shame.

32
I will run the way of your commandments, *

for you have set my heart at liberty.

He Legem pone

33
Teach me, O Lord, the way of your statutes, *

and I shall keep it to the end.

34
Give me understanding, and I shall keep your law; *

I shall keep it with all my heart.

35
Make me go in the path of your commandments, *

for that is my desire.

36
Incline my heart to your decrees *

and not to unjust gain.

37
Turn my eyes from watching what is worthless; *

give me life in your ways.

38
Fulfill your promise to your servant, *

which you make to those who fear you.

39
Turn away the reproach which I dread, *

because your judgments are good.

40
Behold, I long for your commandments; *

in your righteousness preserve my life.

Waw Et veniat super me

41
Let your loving-kindness come to me, O Lord, *

and your salvation, according to your promise.

42
Then shall I have a word for those who taunt me, *

because I trust in your words.

43
Do not take the word of truth out of my mouth, *

for my hope is in your judgments.

44
I shall continue to keep your law; *

I shall keep it for ever and ever.

45
I will walk at liberty, *

because I study your commandments.

46
I will tell of your decrees before kings *

and will not be ashamed.

47
I delight in your commandments, *

which I have always loved.

48
I will lift up my hands to your commandments, *

and I will meditate on your statutes.

Gloria Patri

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Ghost:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and ever shall be.

World without end. Amen. Amen.

The Lesson

The Gospel

A reading from the Gospel according to Matthew 3:13-17

13
Then Jesus came from Galilee to John at the Jordan, to be baptized by him. 14
John would have prevented him, saying, "I need to be baptized by you, and do you come to me?" 15
But Jesus answered him, "Let it be so now; for it is proper for us in this way to fulfill all righteousness." Then he consented. 16
And when Jesus had been baptized, just as he came up from the water, suddenly the heavens were opened to him and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove and alighting on him. 17
And a voice from heaven said, "This is my Son, the Beloved, with whom I am well pleased."

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The Song of Simeon

Luke 2:29-32

Nunc dimittis

Lord, you now have set your servant free*

to go in peace as you have promised;

For these eyes of mine have seen the Savior,*

whom you have prepared for all the world to see:

A Light to enlighten the nations,*

and the glory of your people Israel.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Creed

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayers

The Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

The Suffrages

Show us your mercy, O Lord;

And grant us your salvation.

Clothe your ministers with righteousness;

Let your people sing with joy.

Give peace, O Lord, in all the world;

For only in you can we live in safety.

Lord, keep this nation under your care;

And guide us in the way of justice and truth.

Let your way be known upon earth;

Your saving health among all nations.

Let not the needy, O Lord, be forgotten;

Nor the hope of the poor be taken away.

Create in us clean hearts, O God;

And sustain us with your Holy Spirit.

The Collect of the Day: The Third Sunday of Easter

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 all his redeeming work; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

For Mission

O God and Father of all, whom the whole heavens adore: Let the whole earth also worship you, all nations obey you, all tongues confess and bless you, and men and women everywhere love you and serve you in peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

World Cycle of Prayer

We pray for the people of Denmark
.

Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

We pray for our sisters and brothers members of the Pentecostal churches
.

A Collect for Protection

Be our light in the darkness, O Lord, and in your great mercy defend us from all perils and dangers of this night; for the love of your only Son, our Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

Intercessions

Let us pray now for our own needs and those of others.

Hymn: To my humble supplication

To my humble supplication

Lord, give ear and acceptation

Save thy servant, that hath none

Help nor hope but Thee alone. Amen.

Birthdays

Anniversaries

For Recovery from Sickness

For Travelers

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

For Those to be Baptized

For the Departed

Full list of prayers

For Cities

Heavenly Father, in your Word you have given us a vision of that holy City to which the nations of the world bring their glory: Behold and visit, we pray, the cities of the earth. Renew the ties of mutual regard which form our civic life. Send us honest and able leaders. Enable us to eliminate poverty, prejudice, and oppression, that peace may prevail with righteousness, and justice with order, and that men and women from different cultures and with differing talents may find with one another the fulfillment of their humanity.

For Those Who Influence Public Opinion

Almighty God, you proclaim your truth in every age by many voices: Direct, in our time, we pray, those who speak where many listen and write what many read; that they may do their part in making the heart of this people wise, its mind sound, and its will righteous; to the honor of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For the Future of the Human Race

O God our heavenly Father, you have blessed us and given us dominion over all the earth: Increase our reverence before the mystery of life; and give us new insight into your purposes for the human race, and new wisdom and determination in making provision for its future in accordance with your will; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Hymn: I need Thee every hour

I need Thee every hour,

Most gracious Lord;

No tender voice like Thine

Can peace afford.

I need Thee every hour,

Stay Thou near by;

Temptations lose their power

When Thou art nigh.

I need Thee, oh, I need Thee;

Every hour I need Thee;

Oh, bless me now, my Savior!

I come to Thee.

I need Thee, oh, I need Thee;

Every hour I need Thee;

Oh, bless me now, my Savior!

I come to Thee.

I need Thee every hour,

In joy or pain;

Come quickly and abide,

Or life is in vain.

I need Thee every hour,

Most Holy One;

Oh, make me Thine indeed,

Thou blesséd Son.

I need Thee, oh, I need Thee;

Every hour I need Thee;

Oh, bless me now, my Savior!

I come to Thee.

I need Thee, oh, I need Thee;

Every hour I need Thee;

Oh, bless me now, my Savior!

Singers: Sam Robson

Words: Annie S. Hawks

Music: Robert Lowry

Tune: Need

A Prayer Attributed to St. Francis

Lord, make us instruments of your peace.

Where there is hatred, let us sow love;

where there is injury, pardon;

where there is discord, union;

where there is doubt, faith;

where there is despair, hope;

where there is darkness, light;

where there is sadness, joy.

Grant that we may not so much seek to be consoled as to console;

to be understood as to understand;

to be loved as to love.

For it is in giving that we receive;

it is in pardoning that we are pardoned;

and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life. Amen.

The Ending

The General Thanksgiving

Almighty God, Father of all mercies,

we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks

for all your goodness and loving-kindness

to us and to all whom you have made.

We bless you for our creation, preservation,

and all the blessings of this life;

but above all for your immeasurable love

in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;

for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.

And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies,

that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise,

not only with our lips, but in our lives,

by giving up our selves to your service,

and by walking before you

in holiness and righteousness all our days;

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with us all evermore. Amen. 2 Corinthians 13:14

Hymn: God Be With You

God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus' feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

17 April Compline

Opening Sentence

The Lord Almighty grant us a peaceful night and a perfect end.

Amen.

Our help is in the Name of the Lord;

The maker of heaven and earth.

Confession

Let us confess our sins to God.

Almighty God, our heavenly Father:

We have sinned against you,

through our own fault,

in thought, and word, and deed,

and in what we have left undone.

For the sake of your Son our Lord Jesus Christ,

forgive us all our offenses;

and grant that we may serve you

in newness of life,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

May the Almighty God grant us forgiveness of all our sins,and the grace and comfort of the Holy Spirit.

Amen.

Psalm 4 Cum invocarem

1
Answer me when I call, O God, defender of my cause; *

you set me free when I am hard-pressed;

have mercy on me and hear my prayer.

2
"You mortals, how long will you dishonor my glory; *

how long will you worship dumb idols

and run after false gods?"

3
Know that the LORD does wonders for the faithful; *

when I call upon the LORD, he will hear me.

4
Tremble, then, and do not sin; *

speak to your heart in silence upon your bed.

5
Offer the appointed sacrifices *

and put your trust in the LORD.

6
Many are saying, "Oh, that we might see better times!" *

Lift up the light of your countenance upon us, O LORD.

7
You have put gladness in my heart, *

more than when grain and wine and oil increase.

8
I lie down in peace; at once I fall asleep; *

for only you, LORD, make me dwell in safety.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

Lord, you are in the midst of us, and we are called by your Name: Do not forsake us, O Lord our God. Jeremiah 14:9,22

Thanks be to God.

Responses

Into your hands, O Lord, I commend my spirit;

For you have redeemed me, O Lord, O God of truth.

Keep us, O Lord, as the apple of your eye;

Hide us under the shadow of your wings.

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Be our light in the darkness, O Lord, and in your great mercy defend us from all perils and dangers of this night; for the love of your only Son, our Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

Prayer

Keep watch, dear Lord, with those who work, or watch, or weep this night, and give your angels charge over those who sleep. Tend the sick, Lord Christ; give rest to the weary, bless the dying, soothe the suffering, pity the afflicted, shield the joyous; and all for your love's sake. Amen.

The Song of Simeon

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Lord, you now have set your servant free *

to go in peace as you have promised;

For these eyes of mine have seen the Savior, *

whom you have prepared for all the world to see:

A Light to enlighten the nations, *

and the glory of your people Israel.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The almighty and merciful Lord, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, bless us and keep us.

Amen.

Jump to Noonday

Thursday

Morning Prayer

The Opening

Opening Sentence

The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence before him. Habakkuk 2:20

Hymn: I need Thee every hour

I need Thee every hour,

Most gracious Lord;

No tender voice like Thine

Can peace afford.

I need Thee every hour,

Stay Thou near by;

Temptations lose their power

When Thou art nigh.

I need Thee, oh, I need Thee;

Every hour I need Thee;

Oh, bless me now, my Savior!

I come to Thee.

I need Thee, oh, I need Thee;

Every hour I need Thee;

Oh, bless me now, my Savior!

I come to Thee.

I need Thee every hour,

In joy or pain;

Come quickly and abide,

My life is in vain.

I need Thee every hour,

Most Holy One;

Oh, make me Thine indeed,

Thou blessed Son.

I need Thee, oh, I need Thee;

Every hour I need Thee;

Oh, bless me now, my Savior!

I come to Thee.

I need Thee, oh, I need Thee;

Every hour I need Thee;

Oh, bless me now, my Savior!

Singers: Sam Robson

Words: Annie S. Hawks

Music: Robert Lowry

Tune: Need

Meter: 64.64 with Refrain

Confession of Sin

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned against you

in thought, word, and deed,

by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone.

We have not loved you with our whole heart;

we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,

have mercy on us and forgive us;

that we may delight in your will,

and walk in your ways,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen.

The Invitatory and Psalter

Lord, open our lips.

And our mouth shall proclaim your praise.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

Antiphon

The Spirit of the Lord renews the face of the Earth:

Come let us adore him.

Venite Psalm 95:1-7

Come, let us sing to the Lord; *

let us shout for joy to the Rock of our salvation. Let us come before his presence with thanksgiving *

and raise a loud shout to him with psalms.

For the Lord is a great God, *

and a great King above all gods. In his hand are the caverns of the earth, *

and the heights of the hills are his also. The sea is his, for he made it, *

and his hands have molded the dry land.

Come, let us bow down, and bend the knee, *

and kneel before the Lord our Maker. For he is our God,

and we are the people of his pasture and the sheep of his hand. *

Oh, that today you would hearken to his voice!

The Spirit of the Lord renews the face of the Earth:

Come let us adore him.

The Psalm Appointed

37 Part I Noli aemulari
or

Coverdale

1
Do not fret yourself because of evildoers; *

do not be jealous of those who do wrong.

2
For they shall soon wither like the grass, *

and like the green grass fade away.

3
Put your trust in the Lord and do good; *

dwell in the land and feed on its riches.

4
Take delight in the Lord, *

and he shall give you your heart's desire.

5
Commit your way to the Lord and put your trust in him, *

and he will bring it to pass.

6
He will make your righteousness as clear as the light *

and your just dealing as the noonday.

7
Be still before the Lord *

and wait patiently for him.

8
Do not fret yourself over the one who prospers, *

the one who succeeds in evil schemes.

9
Refrain from anger, leave rage alone; *

do not fret yourself; it leads only to evil.

10
For evildoers shall be cut off, *

but those who wait upon the Lord shall possess the land.

11
In a little while the wicked shall be no more; *

you shall search out their place, but they will not be there.

12
But the lowly shall possess the land; *

they will delight in abundance of peace.

13
The wicked plot against the righteous *

and gnash at them with their teeth.

14
The Lord laughs at the wicked, *

because he sees that their day will come.

15
The wicked draw their sword and bend their bow

to strike down the poor and needy, *

to slaughter those who are upright in their ways.

16
Their sword shall go through their own heart, *

and their bow shall be broken.

17
The little that the righteous has *

is better than great riches of the wicked.

18
For the power of the wicked shall be broken, *

but the Lord upholds the righteous.

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be;

world without end. Amen. Amen.

The Lessons

The First Lesson

A reading from the Book of Exodus 20:1-21

1
Then God spoke all these words: 2
I am the Lord your God, who brought you out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of slavery; 3
you shall have no other gods before me. 4
You shall not make for yourself an idol, whether in the form of anything that is in heaven above, or that is on the earth beneath, or that is in the water under the earth. 5
You shall not bow down to them or worship them; for I the Lord your God am a jealous God, punishing children for the iniquity of parents, to the third and the fourth generation of those who reject me, 6
but showing steadfast love to the thousandth generation of those who love me and keep my commandments. 7
You shall not make wrongful use of the name of the Lord your God, for the Lord will not acquit anyone who misuses his name. 8
Remember the sabbath day, and keep it holy. 9
Six days you shall labor and do all your work. 10
But the seventh day is a sabbath to the Lord your God; you shall not do any work—you, your son or your daughter, your male or female slave, your livestock, or the alien resident in your towns. 11
For in six days the Lord made heaven and earth, the sea, and all that is in them, but rested the seventh day; therefore the Lord blessed the sabbath day and consecrated it.

12
Honor your father and your mother, so that your days may be long in the land that the Lord your God is giving you. 13
You shall not murder. 14
You shall not commit adultery. 15
You shall not steal. 16
You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor. 17
You shall not covet your neighbor's house; you shall not covet your neighbor's wife, or male or female slave, or ox, or donkey, or anything that belongs to your neighbor.

18
When all the people witnessed the thunder and lightning, the sound of the trumpet, and the mountain smoking, they were afraid and trembled and stood at a distance, 19
and said to Moses, "You speak to us, and we will listen; but do not let God speak to us, or we will die." 20
Moses said to the people, "Do not be afraid; for God has come only to test you and to put the fear of him upon you so that you do not sin." 21
Then the people stood at a distance, while Moses drew near to the thick darkness where God was.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

8 The Song of Moses
Cantemus Domino

Exodus 15:1-6, 11-13, 17-18

I will sing to the Lord, for he is lofty and uplifted; *

the horse and its rider has he hurled into the sea.

The Lord is my strength and my refuge; *

the Lord has become my Savior.

This is my God and I will praise him, *

the God of my people and I will exalt him.

The Lord is a mighty warrior; *

Yahweh is his Name.

The chariots of Pharaoh and his army has he hurled into the sea; *

the finest of those who bear armor have been drowned in the Red Sea.

The fathomless deep has overwhelmed them; *

they sank into the depths like a stone.

Your right hand, O Lord, is glorious in might; *

your right hand, O Lord, has overthrown the enemy.

Who can be compared with you, O Lord, among the gods? *

who is like you, glorious in holiness,

awesome in renown, and worker of wonders?

You stretched forth your right hand; *

the earth swallowed them up.

With your constant love you led the people you redeemed; *

with your might you brought them in safety to your holy dwelling.

You will bring them in and plant them *

on the mount of your possession,

The resting-place you have made for yourself, O Lord, *

the sanctuary, O Lord, that your hand has established.

The Lord shall reign *

for ever and for ever. Amen.

The Second Lesson

A reading from the Book of Colossians 1:24-2:7

24
I am now rejoicing in my sufferings for your sake, and in my flesh I am completing what is lacking in Christ's afflictions for the sake of his body, that is, the church. 25
I became its servant according to God's commission that was given to me for you, to make the word of God fully known, 26
the mystery that has been hidden throughout the ages and generations but has now been revealed to his saints. 27
To them God chose to make known how great among the Gentiles are the riches of the glory of this mystery, which is Christ in you, the hope of glory. 28
It is he whom we proclaim, warning everyone and teaching everyone in all wisdom, so that we may present everyone mature in Christ. 29
For this I toil and struggle with all the energy that he powerfully inspires within me.

1
For I want you to know how much I am struggling for you, and for those in Laodicea, and for all who have not seen me face to face. 2
I want their hearts to be encouraged and united in love, so that they may have all the riches of assured understanding and have the knowledge of God's mystery, that is, Christ himself, 3
in whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge.

4
I am saying this so that no one may deceive you with plausible arguments. 5
For though I am absent in body, yet I am with you in spirit, and I rejoice to see your morale and the firmness of your faith in Christ. 6
As you therefore have received Christ Jesus the Lord, continue to live your lives in him, 7
rooted and built up in him and established in the faith, just as you were taught, abounding in thanksgiving.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

20 Glory to God
Gloria in excelsis

Glory to God in the highest,

and peace to his people on earth.

Lord God, heavenly King,

almighty God and Father,

we worship you, we give you thanks, we praise you for your glory.

Lord Jesus Christ, only Son of the Father,

Lord God, Lamb of God,

you take away the sin of the world;

have mercy on us; you are seated at the right hand of the Father;

receive our prayer.

For you alone are the Holy One,

you alone are the Lord,

you alone are the Most High,

Jesus Christ,

with the Holy Spirit,

in the glory of God the Father. Amen.

The Gospel

A reading from the Gospel according to Matthew 4:1-11

1
Then Jesus was led up by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil. 2
He fasted forty days and forty nights, and afterwards he was famished. 3
The tempter came and said to him, "If you are the Son of God, command these stones to become loaves of bread." 4
But he answered, "It is written, 'One does not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God.'" 5
Then the devil took him to the holy city and placed him on the pinnacle of the temple, 6
saying to him, "If you are the Son of God, throw yourself down; for it is written, 'He will command his angels concerning you,' and 'On their hands they will bear you up, so that you will not dash your foot against a stone.'" 7
Jesus said to him, "Again it is written, 'Do not put the Lord your God to the test.'" 8
Again, the devil took him to a very high mountain and showed him all the kingdoms of the world and their splendor; 9
and he said to him, "All these I will give you, if you will fall down and worship me." 10
Jesus said to him, "Away with you, Satan! for it is written, 'Worship the Lord your God, and serve only him.'" 11
Then the devil left him, and suddenly angels came and waited on him.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayers

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Let us pray.

Contemporary Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

The Suffrages

Save your people, Lord, and bless your inheritance;

Govern and uphold them, now and always.

Day by day we bless you;

We praise your Name for ever.

Lord, keep us from all sin today;

Have mercy on us, Lord, have mercy.

Lord, show us your love and mercy;

For we put our trust in you.

In you, Lord, is our hope;

And we shall never hope in vain.

Collect of the Day: The Third Sunday of Easter

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 all his redeeming work; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

A Collect for Mission

Almighty and everlasting God, by whose Spirit the whole body of your faithful people is governed and sanctified: Receive our supplications and prayers which we offer before you for all members of your holy Church, that in their vocation and ministry they may truly and devoutly serve you; through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

World Cycle of Prayer

We pray for the people of France
.

Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

We pray for our sisters and brothers members of the United Church of Christ in Japan
.

A Collect for the Renewal of Life

O God, the King eternal, whose light divides the day from the night and turns the shadow of death into the morning: Drive far from us all wrong desires, incline our hearts to keep your law, and guide our feet into the way of peace; that, having done your will with cheerfulness while it was day, we may, when night comes, rejoice to give you thanks; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Intercessions

Let us pray now for our own needs and those of others.

Hymn: To my humble supplication

To my humble supplication

Lord, give ear and acceptation

Save thy servant, that hath none

Help nor hope but Thee alone. Amen.

Birthdays

Anniversaries

For Recovery from Sickness

For Travelers

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

For Those to be Baptized

For the Departed

Full list of prayers

For Peace Among Nations

Almighty God our heavenly Father, guide the nations of the world into the way of justice and truth, and establish among them that peace which is the fruit of righteousness, that they may become the kingdom of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

For Those in the Armed Forces of Our Country

Almighty God, we commend to your gracious care and keeping all the men and women of our armed forces at home and abroad. Defend them day by day with your heavenly grace; strengthen them in their trials and temptations; give them courage to face the perils which beset them; and grant them a sense of your abiding presence wherever they may be; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For the Conservation of Natural Resources

Almighty God, in giving us dominion over things on earth, you made us fellow workers in your creation: Give us wisdom and reverence so to use the resources of nature, that no one may suffer from our abuse of them, and that generations yet to come may continue to praise you for your bounty; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

A Prayer Attributed to St. Francis

Lord, make us instruments of your peace.

Where there is hatred, let us sow love;

where there is injury, pardon;

where there is discord, union;

where there is doubt, faith;

where there is despair, hope;

where there is darkness, light;

where there is sadness, joy.

Grant that we may not so much seek to be consoled as to console;

to be understood as to understand;

to be loved as to love.

For it is in giving that we receive;

it is in pardoning that we are pardoned;

and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life. Amen.

The Ending

The General Thanksgiving

Almighty God, Father of all mercies,

we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks

for all your goodness and loving-kindness

to us and to all whom you have made.

We bless you for our creation, preservation,

and all the blessings of this life;

but above all for your immeasurable love

in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;

for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.

And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies,

that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise,

not only with our lips, but in our lives,

by giving up our selves to your service,

and by walking before you

in holiness and righteousness all our days;

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

May the God of hope fill us with all joy and peace in believing through the power of the Holy Spirit. Amen. Romans 15:13

Hymn: God Be With You

God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus' feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

An Order of Service for Noonday

The Opening

Officiant

O God, make speed to save us.

People

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Officiant and People

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

A suitable hymn may be sung.

The Psalm

Psalm 119 Lucerna pedibus meis

105
Your word is a lantern to my feet *

and a light upon my path.

106
I have sworn and am determined *

to keep your righteous judgments.

107
I am deeply troubled; *

preserve my life, O Lord, according to your word.

108
Accept, O Lord, the willing tribute of my lips, *

and teach me your judgments.

109
My life is always in my hand, *

yet I do not forget your law.

110
The wicked have set a trap for me, *

but I have not strayed from your commandments.

111
Your decrees are my inheritance for ever; *

truly, they are the joy of my heart.

112
I have applied my heart to fulfill your statutes *

for ever and to the end.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

Officiant

The love of God has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit that has been given to us. Romans 5:5

People

Thanks be to God.

The Prayers

Officiant

Lord, have mercy.

People

Christ, have mercy.

Officiant

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant and People recite the Lord's Prayer.

Contemporary Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

Officiant

Lord, hear our prayer;

People

And let our cry come to you.

Officiant

Let us pray.

The Collect

Officiant

Heavenly Father, send your Holy Spirit into our hearts, to direct and rule us according to your will, to comfort us in all our afflictions, to defend us from all error, and to lead us into all truth; through Jesus Christ our Lord.

Officiant and People

Amen.

Intercessions

Free intercessions may be offered.

Officiant

In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to your, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For our Presiding Bishop, for our own Bishop(s), for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who live and work in this community, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For yours is the majesty, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, now and for ever.

Officiant and People

Amen.

The Conclusion

Officiant

Let us bless the Lord.

People

Thanks be to God.

18 April

Noonday Prayer

The Psalm

Psalm 119:105-112

Nun Lucerna pedibus meis

105
Your word is a lantern to my feet *

and a light upon my path.

106
I have sworn and am determined *

to keep your righteous judgments.

107
I am deeply troubled; *

preserve my life, O LORD, according to your word.

108
Accept, O LORD, the willing tribute of my lips, *

and teach me your judgments.

109
My life is always in my hand, *

yet I do not forget your law.

110
The wicked have set a trap for me, *

but I have not strayed from your commandments.

111
Your decrees are my inheritance for ever; *

truly, they are the joy of my heart.

112
I have applied my heart to fulfill your statutes *

for ever and to the end.

Glory to the Father,

and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

The love of God has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit that has been given to us. Romans 5:5

Thanks be to God.

Kyrie

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

The Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Heavenly Father, send your Holy Spirit into our hearts, to direct and rule us according to your will, to comfort us in all our afflictions, to defend us from all error, and to lead us into all truth; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Intercessions

In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to your, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For our Presiding Bishop, for our own Bishop(s), for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who live and work in this community, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For yours is the majesty, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, now and for ever.

Amen.

Conclusion

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

Jump to Compline

Thursday

Evening Prayer

The Opening

Opening Sentence

I will bless the Lord who gives me counsel; my heart teaches me, night after night. I have set the Lord always before me; because he is at my right hand, I shall not fall. Psalm 16:7, 8

Hymn: Abide with me

Abide with me; fast falls the eventide;

The darkness deepens; Lord with me abide.

When other helpers fail and comforts flee,

Help of the helpless, O abide with me.

I need Thy presence every passing hour.

What but Thy grace can foil the tempter's power?

Who, like Thyself, my guide and stay can be?

Through cloud and sunshine, Lord, abide with me.

Hold Thou Thy cross before my closing eyes;

Shine through the gloom and point me to the skies.

Heaven's morning breaks, and Earth's vain shadows flee;

In life, in death, O Lord, abide with me.

Words: Henry F. Lyte

Music: Monk

Tune: Eventide

Confession

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned against you

in thought, word, and deed,

by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone.

We have not loved you with our whole heart;

we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,

have mercy on us and forgive us;

that we may delight in your will,

and walk in your ways,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen.

Versicle and Response

O God, make speed to save us.

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

O Gracious Light Phos hilaron

O gracious Light,

pure brightness of the everliving Father in heaven,

O Jesus Christ, holy and blessed!

Now as we come to the setting of the sun,

and our eyes behold the vesper light,

we sing your praises, O God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

You are worthy at all times to be praised by happy voices,

O Son of God, O Giver of life,

and to be glorified through all the worlds.

The Psalm Appointed

37: Part II Novit Dominus
or

Coverdale

19
The Lord cares for the lives of the godly, *

and their inheritance shall last for ever.

20
They shall not be ashamed in bad times, *

and in days of famine they shall have enough.

21
As for the wicked, they shall perish, *

and the enemies of the Lord, like the glory of

the meadows, shall vanish;

they shall vanish like smoke.

22
The wicked borrow and do not repay, *

but the righteous are generous in giving.

23
Those who are blessed by God shall possess the land, *

but those who are cursed by him shall be destroyed.

24
Our steps are directed by the Lord; *

he strengthens those in whose way he delights.

25
If they stumble, they shall not fall headlong, *

for the Lord holds them by the hand.

26
I have been young and now I am old, *

but never have I seen the righteous forsaken,

or their children begging bread.

27
The righteous are always generous in their lending, *

and their children shall be a blessing.

28
Turn from evil, and do good, *

and dwell in the land for ever.

29
For the Lord loves justice; *

he does not forsake his faithful ones.

30
They shall be kept safe for ever, *

but the offspring of the wicked shall be destroyed.

31
The righteous shall possess the land *

and dwell in it for ever.

32
The mouth of the righteous utters wisdom, *

and their tongue speaks what is right.

33
The law of their God is in their heart, *

and their footsteps shall not falter.

34
The wicked spy on the righteous *

and seek occasion to kill them.

35
The Lord will not abandon them to their hand, *

nor let them be found guilty when brought to trial.

36
Wait upon the Lord and keep his way; *

he will raise you up to possess the land,

and when the wicked are cut off, you will see it.

37
I have seen the wicked in their arrogance, *

flourishing like a tree in full leaf.

38
I went by, and behold, they were not there; *

I searched for them, but they could not be found.

39
Mark those who are honest;

observe the upright; *

for there is a future for the peaceable.

40
Transgressors shall be destroyed, one and all; *

the future of the wicked is cut off.

41
But the deliverance of the righteous comes from the Lord; *

he is their stronghold in time of trouble.

42
The Lord will help them and rescue them; *

he will rescue them from the wicked and deliver them,

because they seek refuge in him.

Gloria Patri

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Ghost:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and ever shall be.

World without end. Amen. Amen.

The Lesson

The Gospel

A reading from the Gospel according to Matthew 4:1-11

1
Then Jesus was led up by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil. 2
He fasted forty days and forty nights, and afterwards he was famished. 3
The tempter came and said to him, "If you are the Son of God, command these stones to become loaves of bread." 4
But he answered, "It is written, 'One does not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God.'" 5
Then the devil took him to the holy city and placed him on the pinnacle of the temple, 6
saying to him, "If you are the Son of God, throw yourself down; for it is written, 'He will command his angels concerning you,' and 'On their hands they will bear you up, so that you will not dash your foot against a stone.'" 7
Jesus said to him, "Again it is written, 'Do not put the Lord your God to the test.'" 8
Again, the devil took him to a very high mountain and showed him all the kingdoms of the world and their splendor; 9
and he said to him, "All these I will give you, if you will fall down and worship me." 10
Jesus said to him, "Away with you, Satan! for it is written, 'Worship the Lord your God, and serve only him.'" 11
Then the devil left him, and suddenly angels came and waited on him.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The Song of Mary

Luke 1:46-55

Magnificat

My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord,

my spirit rejoices in God my Savior;*

for he has looked with favor on his lowly servant.

From this day all generations will call me blessed:*

the Almighty has done great things for me,

and holy is his Name.

He has mercy on those who fear him*

in every generation.

He has shown the strength of his arm,*

he has scattered the proud in their conceit.

He has cast down the mighty from their thrones,*

and has lifted up the lowly.

He has filled the hungry with good things,*

and the rich he has sent away empty.

He has come to the help of his servant Israel,*

for he has remembered his promise of mercy,

The promise he made to our fathers,*

to Abraham and his children for ever.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Creed

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayers

The Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

The Suffrages

That this evening may be holy, good, and peaceful,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That your holy angels may lead us in paths of peace and goodwill,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That we may be pardoned and forgiven for our sins and offenses,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That there may be peace to your Church and to the whole world,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That we may depart this life in your faith and fear, and not be condemned before the great judgment seat of Christ,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That we may be bound together by your Holy Spirit in the communion of all your saints, entrusting one another and all our life to Christ,

We entreat you, O Lord.

The Collect of the Day: The Third Sunday of Easter

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 all his redeeming work; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

For Mission

Keep watch, dear Lord, with those who work, or watch, or weep this night, and give your angels charge over those who sleep. Tend the sick, Lord Christ; give rest to the weary, bless the dying, soothe the suffering, pity the afflicted, shield the joyous; and all for your love's sake. Amen.

World Cycle of Prayer

We pray for the people of Djibouti
.

Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

We pray for our sisters and brothers members of the The Church of the Lord (Prayer Fellowship) Worldwide
.

A Collect for Protection

O God, the life of all who live, the light of the faithful, the strength of those who labor, and the repose of the dead: We thank you for the blessings of the day that is past, and humbly ask for your protection through the coming night. Bring us in safety to the morning hours; through him who died and rose again for us, your Son our Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

Intercessions

Let us pray now for our own needs and those of others.

Hymn: To my humble supplication

To my humble supplication

Lord, give ear and acceptation

Save thy servant, that hath none

Help nor hope but Thee alone. Amen.

Birthdays

Anniversaries

For Recovery from Sickness

For Travelers

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

For Those to be Baptized

For the Departed

Full list of prayers

For Those Who Need Continuing Care

Look with mercy, O God our Father, on all persons who have become ill, weak, distressed, or isolated. Provide for them homes of dignity and peace; give them understanding helpers, and the willingness to accept help; and increase their faith and their assurance of your love. This we ask in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For the Absent

O God, whose fatherly care reaches to the uttermost parts of the earth: We humbly beseech you graciously to behold and bless whom we love, now absent from us. Defend them from all dangers of soul and body; and grant that both they and we, drawing nearer to you, may be bound together by your love in the communion of your Holy Spirit, and in the fellowship of your saints; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Hymn: Come, let us join our cheerful songs

Come, let us join our cheerful songs

With angels round the throne.

Ten thousand thousand are their tongues,

But all their joys are one.

"Worthy the Lamb that died," they cry,

"To be exalted thus!"

"Worthy the Lamb," our hearts reply,

"For He was slain for us!"

Jesus is worthy to receive

Honor and power divine;

And blessings more than we can give,

Be, Lord, forever Thine.

Let all that dwell above the sky,

And air and earth and seas,

Conspire to lift Thy glories high,

And speak Thine endless praise!

The whole creation join in one,

To bless the sacred Name

Of Him Who sits upon the throne,

And to adore the Lamb.

A Prayer of Self-Dedication

Almighty and eternal God,

so draw our hearts to you,

so guide our minds,

so fill our imaginations,

so control our wills,

that we may be wholly yours,

utterly dedicated unto you;

and then use us, we pray you, as you will,

and always to your glory and the welfare of your people;

through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

The Ending

The General Thanksgiving

Almighty God, Father of all mercies,

we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks

for all your goodness and loving-kindness

to us and to all whom you have made.

We bless you for our creation, preservation,

and all the blessings of this life;

but above all for your immeasurable love

in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;

for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.

And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies,

that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise,

not only with our lips, but in our lives,

by giving up our selves to your service,

and by walking before you

in holiness and righteousness all our days;

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with us all evermore. Amen. 2 Corinthians 13:14

Hymn: God Be With You

God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus' feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

18 April Compline

Opening Sentence

The Lord Almighty grant us a peaceful night and a perfect end.

Amen.

Our help is in the Name of the Lord;

The maker of heaven and earth.

Confession

Let us confess our sins to God.

Almighty God, our heavenly Father:

We have sinned against you,

through our own fault,

in thought, and word, and deed,

and in what we have left undone.

For the sake of your Son our Lord Jesus Christ,

forgive us all our offenses;

and grant that we may serve you

in newness of life,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

May the Almighty God grant us forgiveness of all our sins,and the grace and comfort of the Holy Spirit.

Amen.

Psalm 31 In te, Domine, speravi

1
In you, O LORD, have I taken refuge;

let me never be put to shame; *

deliver me in your righteousness.

2
Incline your ear to me; *

make haste to deliver me.

3
Be my strong rock, a castle to keep me safe,

for you are my crag and my stronghold; *

for the sake of your Name, lead me and guide me.

4
Take me out of the net that they have secretly set for me, *

for you are my tower of strength.

5
Into your hands I commend my spirit, *

for you have redeemed me,

O LORD, O God of truth.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

Lord, you are in the midst of us, and we are called by your Name: Do not forsake us, O Lord our God. Jeremiah 14:9,22

Thanks be to God.

Responses

Into your hands, O Lord, I commend my spirit;

For you have redeemed me, O Lord, O God of truth.

Keep us, O Lord, as the apple of your eye;

Hide us under the shadow of your wings.

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Be present, O merciful God, and protect us through the hours of this night, so that we who are wearied by the changes and chances of this life may rest in your eternal changelessness; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Prayer

O God, your unfailing providence sustains the world we live in and the life we live: Watch over those, both night and day, who work while others sleep, and grant that we may never forget that our common life depends upon each other's toil; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

The Song of Simeon

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Lord, you now have set your servant free *

to go in peace as you have promised;

For these eyes of mine have seen the Savior, *

whom you have prepared for all the world to see:

A Light to enlighten the nations, *

and the glory of your people Israel.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The almighty and merciful Lord, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, bless us and keep us.

Amen.

Jump to Noonday

Friday

Morning Prayer

The Opening

Opening Sentence

The hour is coming, and now is, when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth, for such the Father seeks to worship him. John 4:23

Hymn: From all that dwell below the skies

From all that dwell below the skies,

Let the Creator's praise arise;

Alleluia! Alleluia!

Let the Redeemer's name be sung

Through ev'ry land by ev'ry tongue.

Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!

Eternal are Thy mercies Lord;

Eternal truth attends Thy Word;

Alleluia! Alleluia!

Thy praise shall sound from shore to shore

Till suns shall rise and set no more.

Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!

Alleluia!

Singers: Scott Krippayne

Words: Issac Watts

Arrangment: Scott Krippayne, Kirk Cameron

Confession of Sin

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned against you

in thought, word, and deed,

by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone.

We have not loved you with our whole heart;

we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,

have mercy on us and forgive us;

that we may delight in your will,

and walk in your ways,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen.

Versicle and Response

Lord, open our lips.

And our mouth shall proclaim your praise.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

Antiphon

The mercy of the Lord is everlasting: Come let us adore him.

Jubilate

Be joyful in the Lord, all you lands;

serve the Lord with gladness

and come before his presence with a song.

Know this: the Lord himself is God;

he himself has made us, and we are his;

we are his people and the sheep of his pasture.

Enter his gates with thanksgiving;

go into his courts with praise;

give thanks to him and call upon his Name.

For the Lord is good;

his mercy is everlasting;

and his faithfulness endures from age to age.

The mercy of the Lord is everlasting: Come let us adore him.

The Psalms Appointed

105 Part I Confitemini Domino
or

Coverdale

1
Give thanks to the Lord and call upon his Name; *

make known his deeds among the peoples.

2
Sing to him, sing praises to him, *

and speak of all his marvelous works.

3
Glory in his holy Name; *

let the hearts of those who seek the Lord rejoice.

4
Search for the Lord and his strength; *

continually seek his face.

5
Remember the marvels he has done, *

his wonders and the judgments of his mouth,

6
O offspring of Abraham his servant, *

O children of Jacob his chosen.

7
He is the Lord our God; *

his judgments prevail in all the world.

8
He has always been mindful of his covenant, *

the promise he made for a thousand generations:

9
The covenant he made with Abraham, *

the oath that he swore to Isaac,

10
Which he established as a statute for Jacob, *

an everlasting covenant for Israel,

11
Saying, "To you will I give the land of Canaan *

to be your allotted inheritance."

12
When they were few in number, *

of little account, and sojourners in the land,

13
Wandering from nation to nation *

and from one kingdom to another,

14
He let no one oppress them *

and rebuked kings for their sake,

15
Saying, "Do not touch my anointed *

and do my prophets no harm."

16
Then he called for a famine in the land *

and destroyed the supply of bread.

17
He sent a man before them, *

Joseph, who was sold as a slave.

18
They bruised his feet in fetters; *

his neck they put in an iron collar.

19
Until his prediction came to pass, *

the word of the Lord tested him.

20
The king sent and released him; *

the ruler of the peoples set him free.

21
He set him as a master over his household, *

as a ruler over all his possessions,

22
To instruct his princes according to his will *

and to teach his elders wisdom.

Gloria Patri

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Ghost:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and ever shall be.

World without end. Amen. Amen.

The Lessons

The First Lesson

A reading from the Book of Exodus 24:1-18

1
Then he said to Moses, "Come up to the Lord, you and Aaron, Nadab, and Abihu, and seventy of the elders of Israel, and worship at a distance. 2
Moses alone shall come near the Lord; but the others shall not come near, and the people shall not come up with him." 3
Moses came and told the people all the words of the Lord and all the ordinances; and all the people answered with one voice, and said, "All the words that the Lord has spoken we will do." 4
And Moses wrote down all the words of the Lord. He rose early in the morning, and built an altar at the foot of the mountain, and set up twelve pillars, corresponding to the twelve tribes of Israel. 5
He sent young men of the people of Israel, who offered burnt offerings and sacrificed oxen as offerings of well-being to the Lord. 6
Moses took half of the blood and put it in basins, and half of the blood he dashed against the altar. 7
Then he took the book of the covenant, and read it in the hearing of the people; and they said, "All that the Lord has spoken we will do, and we will be obedient." 8
Moses took the blood and dashed it on the people, and said, "See the blood of the covenant that the Lord has made with you in accordance with all these words."

9
Then Moses and Aaron, Nadab, and Abihu, and seventy of the elders of Israel went up, 10
and they saw the God of Israel. Under his feet there was something like a pavement of sapphire stone, like the very heaven for clearness. 11
God did not lay his hand on the chief men of the people of Israel; also they beheld God, and they ate and drank.

12
The Lord said to Moses, "Come up to me on the mountain, and wait there; and I will give you the tablets of stone, with the law and the commandment, which I have written for their instruction." 13
So Moses set out with his assistant Joshua, and Moses went up into the mountain of God. 14
To the elders he had said, "Wait here for us, until we come to you again; for Aaron and Hur are with you; whoever has a dispute may go to them." 15
Then Moses went up on the mountain, and the cloud covered the mountain. 16
The glory of the Lord settled on Mount Sinai, and the cloud covered it for six days; on the seventh day he called to Moses out of the cloud. 17
Now the appearance of the glory of the Lord was like a devouring fire on the top of the mountain in the sight of the people of Israel. 18
Moses entered the cloud, and went up on the mountain. Moses was on the mountain for forty days and forty nights.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

10 The Second Song of Isaiah
Quaerite Dominum

Isaiah 55:6-1

Seek the Lord while he wills to be found; *

call upon him when he draws near.

Let the wicked forsake their ways *

and the evil ones their thoughts;

And let them turn to the Lord, and he will have compassion, *

and to our God, for he will richly pardon.

For my thoughts are not your thoughts, *

nor your ways my ways, says the Lord.

For as the heavens are higher than the earth, *

so are my ways higher than your ways,

and my thoughts than your thoughts.

For as rain and snow fall from the heavens *

and return not again, but water the earth,

Bringing forth life and giving growth, *

seed for sowing and bread for eating,

So is my word that goes forth from my mouth; *

it will not return to me empty;

But it will accomplish that which I have purposed, *

and prosper in that for which I sent it.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Second Lesson

A reading from the Book of Colossians 2:8-23

8
See to it that no one takes you captive through philosophy and empty deceit, according to human tradition, according to the elemental spirits of the universe, and not according to Christ. 9
For in him the whole fullness of deity dwells bodily, 10
and you have come to fullness in him, who is the head of every ruler and authority. 11
In him also you were circumcised with a spiritual circumcision, by putting off the body of the flesh in the circumcision of Christ; 12
when you were buried with him in baptism, you were also raised with him through faith in the power of God, who raised him from the dead.

13
And when you were dead in trespasses and the uncircumcision of your flesh, God made you alive together with him, when he forgave us all our trespasses, 14
erasing the record that stood against us with its legal demands. He set this aside, nailing it to the cross. 15
He disarmed the rulers and authorities and made a public example of them, triumphing over them in it.

16
Therefore do not let anyone condemn you in matters of food and drink or of observing festivals, new moons, or sabbaths. 17
These are only a shadow of what is to come, but the substance belongs to Christ. 18
Do not let anyone disqualify you, insisting on self-abasement and worship of angels, dwelling on visions, puffed up without cause by a human way of thinking, 19
and not holding fast to the head, from whom the whole body, nourished and held together by its ligaments and sinews, grows with a growth that is from God. 20
If with Christ you died to the elemental spirits of the universe, why do you live as if you still belonged to the world? Why do you submit to regulations, 21
"Do not handle, Do not taste, Do not touch"? 22
All these regulations refer to things that perish with use; they are simply human commands and teachings. 23
These have indeed an appearance of wisdom in promoting self-imposed piety, humility, and severe treatment of the body, but they are of no value in checking self-indulgence.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

18 A Song to the Lamb
Dignus es

Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13

Splendor and honor and kingly power *

are yours by right, O Lord our God,

For you created everything that is, *

and by your will they were created and have their being;

And yours by right, O Lamb that was slain, *

for with your blood you have redeemed for God,

From every family, language, people, and nation, *

a kingdom of priests to serve our God.

And so, to him who sits upon the throne, *

and to Christ the Lamb,

Be worship and praise, dominion and splendor, *

for ever and for evermore.

The Gospel

A reading from the Gospel according to Matthew 4:12-17

12
Now when Jesus heard that John had been arrested, he withdrew to Galilee. 13
He left Nazareth and made his home in Capernaum by the sea, in the territory of Zebulun and Naphtali, 14
so that what had been spoken through the prophet Isaiah might be fulfilled: 15
"Land of Zebulun, land of Naphtali, on the road by the sea, across the Jordan, Galilee of the Gentiles— 16
the people who sat in darkness have seen a great light, and for those who sat in the region and shadow of death light has dawned." 17
From that time Jesus began to proclaim, "Repent, for the kingdom of heaven has come near."

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayers

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Let us pray.

Contemporary Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

The Suffrages

Save your people, Lord, and bless your inheritance;

Govern and uphold them, now and always.

Day by day we bless you;

We praise your Name for ever.

Lord, keep us from all sin today;

Have mercy on us, Lord, have mercy.

Lord, show us your love and mercy;

For we put our trust in you.

In you, Lord, is our hope;

And we shall never hope in vain.

Collect of the Day: The Third Sunday of Easter

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 all his redeeming work; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

A Collect for Mission

Lord Jesus Christ, you stretched out your arms of love on the hard wood of the cross that everyone might come within the reach of your saving embrace: So clothe us in your Spirit that we, reaching forth our hands in love, may bring those who do not know you to the knowledge and love of you; for the honor of your Name. Amen.

World Cycle of Prayer

We pray for the people of Gabon
.

Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

We pray for our sisters and brothers members of the United Church of Christ in the Philippines
.

A Collect for Fridays

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 your Son our Lord. Amen.

Intercessions

Let us pray now for our own needs and those of others.

Hymn: To my humble supplication

To my humble supplication

Lord, give ear and acceptation

Save thy servant, that hath none

Help nor hope but Thee alone. Amen.

Birthdays

Anniversaries

For Recovery from Sickness

For Travelers

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

For Those to be Baptized

For the Departed

Full list of prayers

For Our Enemies

O God, the Father of all, whose Son commanded us to love our enemies: Lead them and us from prejudice to truth; deliver them and us from hatred, cruelty, and revenge; and in your good time enable us all to stand reconciled before you; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For Social Justice

Grant, O God, that your holy and life-giving Spirit may so move every human heart, that barriers which divide us may crumble, suspicions disappear, and hatreds cease; that our divisions being healed, we may live in justice and peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For Young Persons

God our Father, you see your children growing up in an unsteady and confusing world: Show them that your ways give more life than the ways of the world, and that following you is better than chasing after selfish goals. Help them to take failure, not as a measure of their worth, but as a chance for a new start. Give them strength to hold their faith in you, and to keep alive their joy in your creation; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Hymn: Come, Thou Fount of every blessing

Come, Thou Fount of every blessing,

Tune my heart to sing Thy grace;

Streams of mercy, never ceasing,

Call for songs of loudest praise.

Teach me some melodious sonnet,

Sung by flaming tongues above;

Praise the mount! I'm fixed upon it,

Mount of Thy unchanging love.

[Interlude]

Here I'll raise my Ebenezer;

Hither by Thy help I'm come;

And I hope, by Thy good pleasure,

Safely to arrive at home.

Jesus sought me when a stranger,

Wand'ring from the fold of God;

He, to rescue me from danger,

Interposed His precious blood.

[Interlude]

Oh, to grace how great a debtor

Daily I'm constrained to be!

Let Thy grace now, like a fetter,

Bind my wandering heart to Thee.

"Prone to wander, Lord, I feel it,"

"Prone to leave the God I love."

"Here's my heart, O take and seal it,

Seal it for Thy courts above."

Singer: Sufjan Stevens

Words: Robert Robinson

A Prayer of Self-Dedication

Almighty and eternal God,

so draw our hearts to you,

so guide our minds,

so fill our imaginations,

so control our wills,

that we may be wholly yours,

utterly dedicated unto you;

and then use us, we pray you, as you will,

and always to your glory and the welfare of your people;

through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

The Ending

The General Thanksgiving

Almighty God, Father of all mercies,

we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks

for all your goodness and loving-kindness

to us and to all whom you have made.

We bless you for our creation, preservation,

and all the blessings of this life;

but above all for your immeasurable love

in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;

for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.

And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies,

that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise,

not only with our lips, but in our lives,

by giving up our selves to your service,

and by walking before you

in holiness and righteousness all our days;

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with us all evermore. Amen. 2 Corinthians 13:14

Hymn: God Be With You

God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus' feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

An Order of Service for Noonday

The Opening

Officiant

O God, make speed to save us.

People

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Officiant and People

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

A suitable hymn may be sung.

The Psalm

Psalm 121 Levavi oculos

1
I lift up my eyes to the hills; *

from where is my help to come?

2
My help comes from the LORD, *

the maker of heaven and earth.

3
He will not let your foot be moved *

and he who watches over you will not fall asleep.

4
Behold, he who keeps watch over Israel *

shall neither slumber nor sleep;

5
The Lord himself watches over you; *

the Lord is your shade at your right hand,

6
So that the sun shall not strike you by day, *

nor the moon by night.

7
The Lord shall preserve you from all evil; *

it is he who shall keep you safe.

8
The Lord shall watch over your going out and

your coming in, *

from this time forth for evermore.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

Officiant

If anyone is in Christ he is a new creation; the old has passed away, behold the new has come. All this is from God, who through Christ reconciled us to himself and gave us the ministry of reconciliation. 2 Corinthians 5:17-18

People

Thanks be to God.

The Prayers

Officiant

Lord, have mercy.

People

Christ, have mercy.

Officiant

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant and People recite the Lord's Prayer.

Contemporary Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

Officiant

Lord, hear our prayer;

People

And let our cry come to you.

Officiant

Let us pray.

The Collect

Officiant

Blessed Savior, at this hour you hung upon the cross, stretching out your loving arms: Grant that all the peoples of the earth may look to you and be saved; for your tender mercies sake.

Officiant and People

Amen.

Intercessions

Free intercessions may be offered.

Officiant

In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to your, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For our Presiding Bishop, for our own Bishop(s), for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who live and work in this community, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For yours is the majesty, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, now and for ever.

Officiant and People

Amen.

The Conclusion

Officiant

Let us bless the Lord.

People

Thanks be to God.

19 April

Noonday Prayer

The Psalm

Psalm 121 Levavi oculos

1
I lift up my eyes to the hills; *

from where is my help to come?

2
My help comes from the LORD, *

the maker of heaven and earth.

3
He will not let your foot be moved *

and he who watches over you will not fall asleep.

4
Behold, he who keeps watch over Israel *

shall neither slumber nor sleep;

5
The LORD himself watches over you; *

the LORD is your shade at your right hand,

6
So that the sun shall not strike you by day, *

nor the moon by night.

7
The LORD shall preserve you from all evil; *

it is he who shall keep you safe.

8
The LORD shall watch over your going out and your coming in, *

from this time forth for evermore.

Glory to the Father,

and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

If anyone is in Christ he is a new creation; the old has passed away, behold the new has come. All this is from God, who through Christ reconciled us to himself and gave us the ministry of reconciliation. 2 Corinthians 5:17-18

Thanks be to God.

Kyrie

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

The Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Blessed Savior, at this hour you hung upon the cross, stretching out your loving arms: Grant that all the peoples of the earth may look to you and be saved; for your tender mercies' sake. Amen.

Intercessions

In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to your, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For our Presiding Bishop, for our own Bishop(s), for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who live and work in this community, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For yours is the majesty, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, now and for ever.

Amen.

Conclusion

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

Jump to Compline

Friday

Evening Prayer

The Opening

Opening Sentence

Seek him who made the Pleiades and Orion, and turns deep darkness into the morning, and darkens the day into night; who calls for the waters of the sea and pours them out upon the surface of the earth: The Lord is his name. Amos 5:8

Hymn: Glory to thee, my God, this night

Glory to thee, my God, this night,

for all the blessings of the light:

keep me, O keep me, King of kings,

beneath thine own almighty wings.

Forgive me, Lord, for thy dear Son,

the ill that I this day have done;

that with the world, myself, and thee,

I, ere I sleep, at peace may be.

Teach me to live, that I may dread

the grave as little as my bed;

teach me to die, that so I may

rise glorious at the awful day.

O may my soul on thee repose,

and with sweet sleep mine eyelids close;

sleep that may me more vigorous make

to serve my God when I awake.

Praise God, from whom all blessings flow;

praise him, all creatures here below;

praise him above, ye heavenly host:

praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.

Choir: The Chapel Choir of University College, Durham

Words: Thomas Ken, 1692

Music: Tallis' Canon

Confession

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned against you

in thought, word, and deed,

by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone.

We have not loved you with our whole heart;

we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,

have mercy on us and forgive us;

that we may delight in your will,

and walk in your ways,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen.

Versicle and Response

O God, make speed to save us.

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

O Gracious Light Phos hilaron

O gracious Light,

pure brightness of the everliving Father in heaven,

O Jesus Christ, holy and blessed!

Now as we come to the setting of the sun,

and our eyes behold the vesper light,

we sing your praises, O God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

You are worthy at all times to be praised by happy voices,

O Son of God, O Giver of life,

and to be glorified through all the worlds.

The Psalm Appointed

Psalm 106: Part II Et fecerunt vitulum
or

Coverdale

19
Israel made a bull-calf at Horeb *

and worshiped a molten image;

20
And so they exchanged their Glory *

for the image of an ox that feeds on grass.

21
They forgot God their Savior, *

who had done great things in Egypt,

22
Wonderful deeds in the land of Ham, *

and fearful things at the Red Sea.

23
So he would have destroyed them,

had not Moses his chosen stood before him in the breach, *

to turn away his wrath from consuming them.

24
They refused the pleasant land *

and would not believe his promise.

25
They grumbled in their tents *

and would not listen to the voice of the Lord.

26
So he lifted his hand against them, *

to overthrow them in the wilderness,

27
To cast out their seed among the nations, *

and to scatter them throughout the lands.

28
They joined themselves to Baal-Peor *

and ate sacrifices offered to the dead.

29
They provoked him to anger with their actions, *

and a plague broke out among them.

30
Then Phinehas stood up and interceded, *

and the plague came to an end.

31
This was reckoned to him as righteousness *

throughout all generations for ever.

32
Again they provoked his anger at the waters of Meribah, *

so that he punished Moses because of them;

33
For they so embittered his spirit *

that he spoke rash words with his lips.

34
They did not destroy the peoples *

as the Lord had commanded them.

35
They intermingled with the heathen *

and learned their pagan ways,

36
So that they worshiped their idols, *

which became a snare to them.

37
They sacrificed their sons *

and their daughters to evil spirits.

38
They shed innocent blood,

the blood of their sons and daughters, *

which they offered to the idols of Canaan,

and the land was defiled with blood.

39
Thus they were polluted by their actions *

and went whoring in their evil deeds.

40
Therefore the wrath of the Lord was kindled against

his people *

and he abhorred his inheritance.

41
He gave them over to the hand of the heathen, *

and those who hated them ruled over them.

42
Their enemies oppressed them, *

and they were humbled under their hand.

43
Many a time did he deliver them,

but they rebelled through their own devices, *

and were brought down in their iniquity.

44
Nevertheless, he saw their distress, *

when he heard their lamentation.

45
He remembered his covenant with them *

and relented in accordance with his great mercy.

46
He caused them to be pitied *

by those who held them captive.

47
Save us, O Lord our God,

and gather us from among the nations, *

that we may give thanks to your holy Name

and glory in your praise.

48
Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel,

from everlasting to everlasting; *

and let all the people say, "Amen!"

Hallelujah!

Gloria Patri

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Ghost:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and ever shall be.

World without end. Amen. Amen.

The Lesson

The Gospel

A reading from the Gospel according to Matthew 4:12-17

12
Now when Jesus heard that John had been arrested, he withdrew to Galilee. 13
He left Nazareth and made his home in Capernaum by the sea, in the territory of Zebulun and Naphtali, 14
so that what had been spoken through the prophet Isaiah might be fulfilled: 15
"Land of Zebulun, land of Naphtali, on the road by the sea, across the Jordan, Galilee of the Gentiles— 16
the people who sat in darkness have seen a great light, and for those who sat in the region and shadow of death light has dawned." 17
From that time Jesus began to proclaim, "Repent, for the kingdom of heaven has come near."

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The Song of Mary

Luke 1:46-55

Magnificat

My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord,

my spirit rejoices in God my Savior;*

for he has looked with favor on his lowly servant.

From this day all generations will call me blessed:*

the Almighty has done great things for me,

and holy is his Name.

He has mercy on those who fear him*

in every generation.

He has shown the strength of his arm,*

he has scattered the proud in their conceit.

He has cast down the mighty from their thrones,*

and has lifted up the lowly.

He has filled the hungry with good things,*

and the rich he has sent away empty.

He has come to the help of his servant Israel,*

for he has remembered his promise of mercy,

The promise he made to our fathers,*

to Abraham and his children for ever.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Creed

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayers

The Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

The Suffrages

Show us your mercy, O Lord;

And grant us your salvation.

Clothe your ministers with righteousness;

Let your people sing with joy.

Give peace, O Lord, in all the world;

For only in you can we live in safety.

Lord, keep this nation under your care;

And guide us in the way of justice and truth.

Let your way be known upon earth;

Your saving health among all nations.

Let not the needy, O Lord, be forgotten;

Nor the hope of the poor be taken away.

Create in us clean hearts, O God;

And sustain us with your Holy Spirit.

The Collect of the Day: The Third Sunday of Easter

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 all his redeeming work; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

For Mission

O God, you have made of one blood all the peoples of the earth, and sent your blessed Son to preach peace to those who are far off and to those who are near: Grant that people everywhere may seek after you and find you; bring the nations into your fold; pour out your Spirit upon all flesh, and hasten the coming of your kingdom; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

World Cycle of Prayer

We pray for the people of Dominica
.

Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

We pray for our sisters and brothers members of the The Episcopal / Anglican Province of Alexandria
.

A Collect for Fridays

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 your Son our Lord. Amen.

Hymn: To my humble supplication

To my humble supplication

Lord, give ear and acceptation

Save thy servant, that hath none

Help nor hope but Thee alone. Amen.

Prayers and Intercessions

Let us pray now for our own needs and those of others.

Birthdays

Anniversaries

For Recovery from Sickness

For Travelers

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

For Those to be Baptized

For the Departed

Full list of prayers

For Clergy and People

Almighty and everlasting God, from whom cometh every good and perfect gift: Send down upon our bishops, and other clergy, and upon the congregations committed to their charge, the healthful Spirit of thy grace; and, that they may truly please thee, pour upon them the continual dew of thy blessing. Grant this, O Lord, for the honor of our Advocate and Mediator, Jesus Christ. Amen.

For the Unity of the Church

O God the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, our only Savior, the Prince of Peace: Give us grace seriously to lay to heart the great dangers we are in by our unhappy divisions; take away all hatred and prejudice, and whatever else may hinder us from godly union and concord; that, as there is but one Body and one Spirit, one hope of our calling, one Lord, one Faith, one Baptism, one God and Father of us all, so we may be all of one heart and of one soul, united in one holy bond of truth and peace, of faith and charity, and may with one mind and one mouth glorify you; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For Monastic Orders and Vocations

O Lord Jesus Christ, you became poor for our sake, that we might be made rich through your poverty: Guide and sanctify, we pray, those whom you call to follow you under the vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience, that by their prayer and service they may enrich your Church, and by their life and worship may glorify your Name; for you reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Hymn: There is a hope

There is a hope that burns within my heart,

That gives me strength for every passing day;

A glimpse of glory now revealed in meagre part,

Yet drives all doubt away:

I stand in Christ, with sins forgiven;

And Christ in me, the hope of heaven!

My highest calling and my deepest joy,

To make His will my home.

There is a hope that lifts my weary head,

A consolation strong against despair,

That when the world has plunged me in its deepest pit,

I find the Saviour there!

Through present sufferings, future's fear,

He whispers 'courage' in my ear.

For I am safe in everlasting arms,

And they will lead me home.

There is a hope that stands the test of time,

That lifts my eyes beyond the beckoning grave,

To see the matchless beauty of a day divine

When I behold His face!

When sufferings cease and sorrows die,

And every longing satisfied.

Then joy unspeakable will flood my soul,

For I am truly home

Singers: Choirs and congregation, St Thomas', Belfast, Ireland

Music: Stuart Townsend

A Prayer Attributed to St. Francis

Lord, make us instruments of your peace.

Where there is hatred, let us sow love;

where there is injury, pardon;

where there is discord, union;

where there is doubt, faith;

where there is despair, hope;

where there is darkness, light;

where there is sadness, joy.

Grant that we may not so much seek to be consoled as to console;

to be understood as to understand;

to be loved as to love.

For it is in giving that we receive;

it is in pardoning that we are pardoned;

and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life. Amen.

The Ending

The General Thanksgiving

Almighty God, Father of all mercies,

we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks

for all your goodness and loving-kindness

to us and to all whom you have made.

We bless you for our creation, preservation,

and all the blessings of this life;

but above all for your immeasurable love

in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;

for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.

And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies,

that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise,

not only with our lips, but in our lives,

by giving up our selves to your service,

and by walking before you

in holiness and righteousness all our days;

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with us all evermore. Amen. 2 Corinthians 13:14

Hymn: God Be With You

God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus' feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

19 April Compline

Opening Sentence

The Lord Almighty grant us a peaceful night and a perfect end.

Amen.

Our help is in the Name of the Lord;

The maker of heaven and earth.

Confession

Let us confess our sins to God.

Almighty God, our heavenly Father:

We have sinned against you,

through our own fault,

in thought, and word, and deed,

and in what we have left undone.

For the sake of your Son our Lord Jesus Christ,

forgive us all our offenses;

and grant that we may serve you

in newness of life,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

May the Almighty God grant us forgiveness of all our sins,and the grace and comfort of the Holy Spirit.

Amen.

Psalm 91 Qui habitat

1
He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High, *

abides under the shadow of the Almighty.

2
He shall say to the LORD, "You are my refuge and my stronghold, *

my God in whom I put my trust."

3
He shall deliver you from the snare of the hunter *

and from the deadly pestilence.

4
He shall cover you with his pinions, and you shall find refuge under his wings; *

his faithfulness shall be a shield and buckler.

5
You shall not be afraid of any terror by night, *

nor of the arrow that flies by day;

6
Of the plague that stalks in the darkness, *

nor of the sickness that lays waste at mid-day.

7
A thousand shall fall at your side

and ten thousand at your right hand, *

but it shall not come near you.

8
Your eyes have only to behold *

to see the reward of the wicked.

9
Because you have made the LORD your refuge, *

and the Most High your habitation,

10
There shall no evil happen to you, *

neither shall any plague come near your dwelling.

11
For he shall give his angels charge over you, *

to keep you in all your ways.

12
They shall bear you in their hands, *

lest you dash your foot against a stone.

13
You shall tread upon the lion and the adder; *

you shall trample the young lion and the serpent under your feet.

14
Because he is bound to me in love,

therefore will I deliver him; *

I will protect him, because he knows my Name.

15
He shall call upon me, and I will answer him; *

I am with him in trouble;

I will rescue him and bring him to honor.

16
With long life will I satisfy him, *

and show him my salvation.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

May the God of peace, who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus, and great shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the eternal covenant, equip you with everything good that you may do his will, working in you that which is pleasing in his sight; through Jesus Christ, to whom be glory for ever and ever. Hebrews 13:20-21

Thanks be to God.

Responses

Into your hands, O Lord, I commend my spirit;

For you have redeemed me, O Lord, O God of truth.

Keep us, O Lord, as the apple of your eye;

Hide us under the shadow of your wings.

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Look down, O Lord, from your heavenly throne, and illumine this night with your celestial brightness; that by night as by day your people may glorify your holy Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Prayer

Keep watch, dear Lord, with those who work, or watch, or weep this night, and give your angels charge over those who sleep. Tend the sick, Lord Christ; give rest to the weary, bless the dying, soothe the suffering, pity the afflicted, shield the joyous; and all for your love's sake. Amen.

The Song of Simeon

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Lord, you now have set your servant free *

to go in peace as you have promised;

For these eyes of mine have seen the Savior, *

whom you have prepared for all the world to see:

A Light to enlighten the nations, *

and the glory of your people Israel.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The almighty and merciful Lord, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, bless us and keep us.

Amen.

Jump to Noonday

Saturday

Morning Prayer

The Opening

Opening Sentence

Thus says the high and lofty One who inhabits eternity, whose name is Holy, 'I dwell in the high and holy place and also with the one who has a contrite and humble spirit, to revive the spirit of the humble and to revive the heart of the contrite.' Isaiah 57:15

Hymn: Lead me, Lord

Lead me, Lord,

lead me in Thy righteousness,

make Thy way plain before my face.

Lead me, Lord,

lead me in Thy righteousness,

make Thy way plain before my face.

For it is Thou, Lord,

Thou, Lord, only,

that makest me dwell in safety.

For it is Thou, Lord,

Thou, Lord, only,

that makest me dwell in safety.

Singers: The Choir of Somerville College, Oxford

Music and lyrics: Samuel Sebastian Wesley

Confession of Sin

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned against you

in thought, word, and deed,

by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone.

We have not loved you with our whole heart;

we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,

have mercy on us and forgive us;

that we may delight in your will,

and walk in your ways,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen.

The Invitatory and Psalter

Lord, open our lips.

And our mouth shall proclaim your praise.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

Antiphon

Worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness:

Come let us adore him.

Venite Psalm 95:1-7

Come, let us sing to the Lord; *

let us shout for joy to the Rock of our salvation.

Let us come before his presence with thanksgiving *

and raise a loud shout to him with psalms.

For the Lord is a great God, *

and a great King above all gods.

In his hand are the caverns of the earth, *

and the heights of the hills are his also.

The sea is his, for he made it, *

and his hands have molded the dry land.

Come, let us bow down, and bend the knee, *

and kneel before the Lord our Maker.

For he is our God,

and we are the people of his pasture and the sheep of his hand. *

Oh, that today you would hearken to his voice!

Worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness:

Come let us adore him.

The Psalms Appointed

30

or Coverdale

Exaltabo te, Domine

1
I will exalt you, O Lord,

because you have lifted me up *

and have not let my enemies triumph over me.

2
O Lord my God, I cried out to you, *

and you restored me to health.

3
You brought me up, O Lord, from the dead; *

you restored my life as I was going down to the grave.

4
Sing to the Lord, you servants of his; *

give thanks for the remembrance of his holiness.

5
For his wrath endures but the twinkling of an eye, *

his favor for a lifetime.

6
Weeping may spend the night, *

but joy comes in the morning.

7
While I felt secure, I said,

"I shall never be disturbed. *

You, Lord, with your favor, made me as strong as

the mountains."

8
Then you hid your face, *

and I was filled with fear.

9
I cried to you, O Lord; *

I pleaded with the Lord, saying,

10
"What profit is there in my blood, if I go down to the Pit? *

will the dust praise you or declare your faithfulness?

11
Hear, O Lord, and have mercy upon me; *

O Lord, be my helper."

12
You have turned my wailing into dancing; *

you have put off my sack-cloth and clothed me with joy.

13
Therefore my heart sings to you without ceasing; *

O Lord my God, I will give you thanks for ever.

32

or Coverdale

Beati quorum

1
Happy are they whose transgressions are forgiven, *

and whose sin is put away!

2
Happy are they to whom the Lord imputes no guilt, *

and in whose spirit there is no guile!

3
While I held my tongue, my bones withered away, *

because of my groaning all day long.

4
For your hand was heavy upon me day and night; *

my moisture was dried up as in the heat of summer.

5
Then I acknowledged my sin to you, *

and did not conceal my guilt.

6
I said, "I will confess my transgressions to the Lord." *

Then you forgave me the guilt of my sin.

7
Therefore all the faithful will make their prayers to you in

time of trouble; *

when the great waters overflow, they shall not reach them.

8
You are my hiding-place;

you preserve me from trouble; *

you surround me with shouts of deliverance.

9
"I will instruct you and teach you in the way that you

should go; *

I will guide you with my eye.

10
Do not be like horse or mule, which have no understanding; *

who must be fitted with bit and bridle,

or else they will not stay near you."

11
Great are the tribulations of the wicked; *

but mercy embraces those who trust in the Lord.

12
Be glad, you righteous, and rejoice in the Lord; *

shout for joy, all who are true of heart.

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be;

world without end. Amen. Amen.

The Lessons

The First Lesson

A reading from the Book of Exodus 25:1-22

1
The Lord said to Moses: 2
Tell the Israelites to take for me an offering; from all whose hearts prompt them to give you shall receive the offering for me. 3
This is the offering that you shall receive from them: gold, silver, and bronze, 4
blue, purple, and crimson yarns and fine linen, goats' hair, 5
tanned rams' skins, fine leather, acacia wood, 6
oil for the lamps, spices for the anointing oil and for the fragrant incense, 7
onyx stones and gems to be set in the ephod and for the breastpiece. 8
And have them make me a sanctuary, so that I may dwell among them. 9
In accordance with all that I show you concerning the pattern of the tabernacle and of all its furniture, so you shall make it.

10
They shall make an ark of acacia wood; it shall be two and a half cubits long, a cubit and a half wide, and a cubit and a half high. 11
You shall overlay it with pure gold, inside and outside you shall overlay it, and you shall make a molding of gold upon it all around. 12
You shall cast four rings of gold for it and put them on its four feet, two rings on the one side of it, and two rings on the other side. 13
You shall make poles of acacia wood, and overlay them with gold. 14
And you shall put the poles into the rings on the sides of the ark, by which to carry the ark. 15
The poles shall remain in the rings of the ark; they shall not be taken from it. 16
You shall put into the ark the covenant that I shall give you. 17
Then you shall make a mercy seat of pure gold; two cubits and a half shall be its length, and a cubit and a half its width. 18
You shall make two cherubim of gold; you shall make them of hammered work, at the two ends of the mercy seat. 19
Make one cherub at the one end, and one cherub at the other; of one piece with the mercy seat you shall make the cherubim at its two ends. 20
The cherubim shall spread out their wings above, overshadowing the mercy seat with their wings. They shall face one to another; the faces of the cherubim shall be turned toward the mercy seat. 21
You shall put the mercy seat on the top of the ark; and in the ark you shall put the covenant that I shall give you. 22
There I will meet with you, and from above the mercy seat, from between the two cherubim that are on the ark of the covenant, I will deliver to you all my commands for the Israelites.

12 A Song of Creation
Benedicite, omnia opera Domini

Song of the Three Young Men, 35-65

Invocation

Glorify the Lord, all you works of the Lord, *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

In the firmament of his power, glorify the Lord, *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

I The Cosmic Order

Glorify the Lord, you angels and all powers of the Lord, *

O heavens and all waters above the heavens.

Sun and moon and stars of the sky, glorify the Lord, *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

Glorify the Lord, every shower of rain and fall of dew, *

all winds and fire and heat.

Winter and summer, glorify the Lord, *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

Glorify the Lord, O chill and cold, *

drops of dew and flakes of snow.

Frost and cold, ice and sleet, glorify the Lord, *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

Glorify the Lord, O nights and days, *

O shining light and enfolding dark.

Storm clouds and thunderbolts, glorify the Lord, *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

II The Earth and its Creatures

Let the earth glorify the Lord, *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

Glorify the Lord, O mountains and hills, and all that grows upon the earth, *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

Glorify the Lord, O springs of water, seas, and streams, *

O whales and all that move in the waters.

All birds of the air, glorify the Lord, *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

Glorify the Lord, O beasts of the wild, *

and all you flocks and herds.

O men and women everywhere, glorify the Lord, *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

III The People of God

Let the people of God glorify the Lord, *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

Glorify the Lord, O priests and servants of the Lord, *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

Glorify the Lord, O spirits and souls of the righteous, *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

You that are holy and humble of heart, glorify the Lord, *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

Doxology

Let us glorify the Lord: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

In the firmament of his power, glorify the Lord, *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

The Second Lesson

A reading from the Book of Colossians 3:1-17

1
So if you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. 2
Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth, 3
for you have died, and your life is hidden with Christ in God. 4
When Christ who is your life is revealed, then you also will be revealed with him in glory.

5
Put to death, therefore, whatever in you is earthly: fornication, impurity, passion, evil desire, and greed (which is idolatry). 6
On account of these the wrath of God is coming on those who are disobedient. 7
These are the ways you also once followed, when you were living that life.

8
But now you must get rid of all such things—anger, wrath, malice, slander, and abusive language from your mouth. 9
Do not lie to one another, seeing that you have stripped off the old self with its practices 10
and have clothed yourselves with the new self, which is being renewed in knowledge according to the image of its creator. 11
In that renewal there is no longer Greek and Jew, circumcised and uncircumcised, barbarian, Scythian, slave and free; but Christ is all and in all!

12
As God's chosen ones, holy and beloved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, meekness, and patience. 13
Bear with one another and, if anyone has a complaint against another, forgive each other; just as the Lord has forgiven you, so you also must forgive. 14
Above all, clothe yourselves with love, which binds everything together in perfect harmony. 15
And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in the one body. And be thankful. 16
Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly; teach and admonish one another in all wisdom; and with gratitude in your hearts sing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs to God. 17
And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

19 The Song of the Redeemed
Magna et mirabilia

Revelation 15:3-4

O ruler of the universe, Lord God,

great deeds are they that you have done, *

surpassing human understanding.

Your ways are ways of righteousness and truth, *

O King of all the ages.

Who can fail to do you homage, Lord,

and sing the praises of your Name? *

for you only are the holy One.

All nations will draw near and fall down before you, *

because your just and holy works have been revealed.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Gospel

A reading from the Gospel according to Matthew 4:18-25

18
As he walked by the Sea of Galilee, he saw two brothers, Simon, who is called Peter, and Andrew his brother, casting a net into the sea—for they were fishermen. 19
And he said to them, "Follow me, and I will make you fish for people." 20
Immediately they left their nets and followed him. 21
As he went from there, he saw two other brothers, James son of Zebedee and his brother John, in the boat with their father Zebedee, mending their nets, and he called them. 22
Immediately they left the boat and their father, and followed him.

23
Jesus went throughout Galilee, teaching in their synagogues and proclaiming the good news of the kingdom and curing every disease and every sickness among the people. 24
So his fame spread throughout all Syria, and they brought to him all the sick, those who were afflicted with various diseases and pains, demoniacs, epileptics, and paralytics, and he cured them. 25
And great crowds followed him from Galilee, the Decapolis, Jerusalem, Judea, and from beyond the Jordan.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayers

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Let us pray.

Contemporary Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

Suffrages

Save your people, Lord, and bless your inheritance;

Govern and uphold them, now and always.

Day by day we bless you;

We praise your Name for ever.

Lord, keep us from all sin today;

Have mercy on us, Lord, have mercy.

Lord, show us your love and mercy;

For we put our trust in you.

In you, Lord, is our hope;

And we shall never hope in vain.

Collect of the Day: The Third Sunday of Easter

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 all his redeeming work; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

A Collect for Mission

Lord Jesus Christ, you stretched out your arms of love on the hard wood of the cross that everyone might come within the reach of your saving embrace: So clothe us in your Spirit that we, reaching forth our hands in love, may bring those who do not know you to the knowledge and love of you; for the honor of your Name. Amen.

World Cycle of Prayer

We pray for the people of Georgia
.

Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

We pray for our sisters and brothers members of the United Church of Zambia
.

A Collect for Saturdays

Almighty God, who after the creation of the world rested from all your works and sanctified a day of rest for all your creatures: Grant that we, putting away all earthly anxieties, may be duly prepared for the service of your sanctuary, and that our rest here upon earth may be a preparation for the eternal rest promised to your people in heaven; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Intercessions

Let us pray now for our own needs and those of others.

Hymn: To my humble supplication

To my humble supplication

Lord, give ear and acceptation

Save thy servant, that hath none

Help nor hope but Thee alone. Amen.

Birthdays

Anniversaries

For Recovery from Sickness

For Travelers

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

For Those to be Baptized

For the Departed

Full list of prayers

For Joy in God's Creation

O heavenly Father, who has filled the world with beauty: Open our eyes to behold your gracious hand in all your works; that, rejoicing in your whole creation, we may learn to serve you with gladness; for the sake of him through whom all things were made, your Son Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For the Good Use of Leisure

O God, in the course of this busy life, give us times of refreshment and peace; and grant that we may so use our leisure to rebuild our bodies and renew our minds, that our spirits may be opened to the goodness of your creation; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For the Unemployed

Heavenly Father, we remember before you those who suffer want and anxiety from lack of work. Guide the people of this land so to use our public and private wealth that all may find suitable and fulfilling employment, and receive just payment for their labor; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Hymn: My soul cries out with a joyful shout

My soul cries out with a joyful shout

that the God of my heart is great,

And my spirit sings of the wondrous things

that you bring to the one who waits.

You fixed your sight on the servant's plight,

and my weakness you did not spurn,

So from east to west shall my name be blest.

Could the world be about to turn?

My heart shall sing of the day you bring.

Let the fires of your justice burn.

Wipe away all tears,

For the dawn draws near,

And the world is about to turn.

Though I am small, my God, my all,

you work great things in me.

And your mercy will last from the depths of the past

to the end of the age to be.

Your very name puts the proud to shame,

and those who would for you yearn,

You will show your might, put the strong to flight,

for the world is about to turn.

My heart shall sing of the day you bring.

Let the fires of your justice burn.

Wipe away all tears,

For the dawn draws near,

And the world is about to turn.

From the halls of power to the fortress tower,

not a stone will be left on stone.

Let the king beware for your justice tears

every tyrant from his throne.

The hungry poor shall weep no more,

for the food they can never earn;

These are tables spread, ev'ry mouth be fed,

for the world is about to turn.

My heart shall sing of the day you bring.

Let the fires of your justice burn.

Wipe away all tears,

For the dawn draws near,

And the world is about to turn.

Though the nations rage from age to age,

we remember who holds us fast:

God's mercy must deliver us

from the conqueror's crushing grasp.

This saving word that our forbears heard

is the promise that holds us bound,

'Til the spear and rod be crushed by God,

who is turning the world around.

My heart shall sing of the day you bring.

Let the fires of your justice burn.

Wipe away all tears,

For the dawn draws near,

And the world is about to turn.

My heart shall sing of the day you bring.

Let the fires of your justice burn.

Wipe away all tears,

For the dawn draws near,

And the world is about to turn.

Paraphrase of Luke 1:46-58 (Magnificat)

Words: Rory Cooney

Music: Thomas d'Urfey

Tune: Star of the County Down
(traditional Irish)

A Prayer Attributed to St. Francis

Lord, make us instruments of your peace.

Where there is hatred, let us sow love;

where there is injury, pardon;

where there is discord, union;

where there is doubt, faith;

where there is despair, hope;

where there is darkness, light;

where there is sadness, joy.

Grant that we may not so much seek to be consoled as to console;

to be understood as to understand;

to be loved as to love.

For it is in giving that we receive;

it is in pardoning that we are pardoned;

and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life. Amen.

The Ending

The General Thanksgiving

Almighty God, Father of all mercies,

we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks

for all your goodness and loving-kindness

to us and to all whom you have made.

We bless you for our creation, preservation,

and all the blessings of this life;

but above all for your immeasurable love

in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;

for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.

And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies,

that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise,

not only with our lips, but in our lives,

by giving up our selves to your service,

and by walking before you

in holiness and righteousness all our days;

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Glory to God whose power, working in us, can do infinitely more than we can ask or imagine: Glory to him from generation to generation in the Church, and in Christ Jesus for ever and ever. Amen. Ephesians 3:20, 21

Hymn: God Be With You

God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus' feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

An Order of Service for Noonday

The Opening

Officiant

O God, make speed to save us.

People

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Officiant and People

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

A suitable hymn may be sung.

The Psalm

Psalm 126 In convertendo

1
When the Lord restored the fortunes of Zion, *

then were we like those who dream.

2
Then was our mouth filled with laughter, * a

nd our tongue with shouts of joy.

3
Then they said among the nations, *

The Lord has done great things for them.

4
The Lord has done great things for us, * a

nd we are glad indeed.

5
Restore our fortunes, O Lord, *

like the watercourses of the Negev.

6
Those who sowed with tears *

will reap with songs of joy.

7
Those who go out weeping, carrying the seed, *

will come again with joy, shouldering their sheaves.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

Officiant

From the rising of the sun to its setting my Name shall be great among the nations, and in every place incense shall be offered to my Name, and a pure offering; for my Name shall be great among the nations, says the Lord of Hosts. Malachi 1:11

People

Thanks be to God.

The Prayers

Officiant

Lord, have mercy.

People

Christ, have mercy.

Officiant

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant and People recite the Lord's Prayer.

Contemporary Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

Officiant

Lord, hear our prayer;

People

And let our cry come to you.

Officiant

Let us pray.

The Collect

Officiant

Lord Jesus Christ, you said to your apostles, Peace I give to you; my own peace I leave with you: Regard not our sins, but the faith of your Church, and give to us the peace and unity of that heavenly City, where with the Father and the Holy Spirit you live and reign, now and for ever.

Officiant and People

Amen.

Intercessions

Free intercessions may be offered.

Officiant

In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to your, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For our Presiding Bishop, for our own Bishop(s), for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who live and work in this community, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For yours is the majesty, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, now and for ever.

Officiant and People

Amen.

The Conclusion

Officiant

Let us bless the Lord.

People

Thanks be to God.

20 April

Noonday Prayer

The Psalm

Psalm 126 In convertendo

1
When the LORD restored the fortunes of Zion, *

then were we like those who dream.

2
Then was our mouth filled with laughter, *

and our tongue with shouts of joy.

3
Then they said among the nations, *

"The LORD has done great things for them."

4
The LORD has done great things for us, *

and we are glad indeed.

5
Restore our fortunes, O LORD, *

like the watercourses of the Negev.

6
Those who sowed with tears *

will reap with songs of joy.

7
Those who go out weeping, carrying the seed, *

will come again with joy, shouldering their sheaves.

Glory to the Father,

and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

From the rising of the sun to its setting my Name shall be great among the nations, and in every place incense shall be offered to my Name, and a pure offering; for my Name shall be great among the nations, says the Lord of Hosts. Malachi 1:11

Thanks be to God.

Kyrie

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

The Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Almighty Savior, who at noonday called your servant Saint Paul to be an apostle to the Gentiles: We pray you to illumine the world with the radiance of your glory, that all nations may come and worship you; for you live and reign for ever and ever. Amen.

Intercessions

In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to your, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For our Presiding Bishop, for our own Bishop(s), for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who live and work in this community, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For yours is the majesty, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, now and for ever.

Amen.

Conclusion

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

Jump to Compline

Saturday

Evening Prayer

The Opening

Opening Sentence

Jesus said, "I am the light of the world; whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life." John 8:12

Hymn: You are my salvation

You are my salvation

Whom then shall I fear?

In darkness and temptation

My light and help are near

You are all around me

Stronger will I stand

And danger will not crush me

When we walk hand in hand

God most high

You shelter me

And I will trust in You

God most high

You shelter me

And I will trust in You

You are my salvation

Whom then shall I fear?

In darkness and temptation

My light and help are near

You are all around me

Stronger will I stand

And danger will not crush me

When we walk hand in hand

God most high

You shelter me

And I will trust in You

God most high

You shelter me

And I will trust in You

With courage I will wait

Depending on Your mercy

You alone, O Lord, will be my peace

God most high

You shelter me

And I will trust in You

God most high

You shelter me

And I will trust in You

Singer: Yvonne Lyon

Lyrics and Music: David Lyon

Lyrics based on "God Is My Strong Salvation"

by James Montgomery (1771-1854)

Confession

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned against you

in thought, word, and deed,

by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone.

We have not loved you with our whole heart;

we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,

have mercy on us and forgive us;

that we may delight in your will,

and walk in your ways,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen.

Versicle and Response

O God, make speed to save us.

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

O Gracious Light Phos hilaron

O gracious Light,

pure brightness of the everliving Father in heaven,

O Jesus Christ, holy and blessed!

Now as we come to the setting of the sun,

and our eyes behold the vesper light,

we sing your praises, O God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

You are worthy at all times to be praised by happy voices,

O Son of God, O Giver of life,

and to be glorified through all the worlds.

The Psalms Appointed

42 Quemadmodum
or

Coverdale

1
As the deer longs for the water-brooks, *

so longs my soul for you, O God.

2
My soul is athirst for God, athirst for the living God; *

when shall I come to appear before the presence of God?

3
My tears have been my food day and night, *

while all day long they say to me,

Where now is your God?"

4
I pour out my soul when I think on these things; *

how I went with the multitude and led them into the

house of God,

5
With the voice of praise and thanksgiving, *

among those who keep holy-day.

6
Why are you so full of heaviness, O my soul? *

and why are you so disquieted within me?

7
Put your trust in God; *

for I will yet give thanks to him,

who is the help of my countenance, and my God.

8
My soul is heavy within me; *

therefore I will remember you from the land of Jordan,

and from the peak of Mizar among the heights of Hermon.

9
One deep calls to another in the noise of your cataracts; *

all your rapids and floods have gone over me.

10
The Lord grants his loving-kindness in the daytime; *

in the night season his song is with me,

a prayer to the God of my life.

11
I will say to the God of my strength,

"Why have you forgotten me? *

and why do I go so heavily while the enemy

oppresses me?"

12
While my bones are being broken, *

my enemies mock me to my face;

13
All day long they mock me *

and say to me, "Where now is your God?"

14
Why are you so full of heaviness, O my soul? *

and why are you so disquieted within me?

15
Put your trust in God; *

for I will yet give thanks to him,

who is the help of my countenance, and my God.

43 Judica me, Deus
or

Coverdale

1
Give judgment for me, O God,

and defend my cause against an ungodly people; *

deliver me from the deceitful and the wicked.

2
For you are the God of my strength;

why have you put me from you? *

and why do I go so heavily while the enemy

oppresses me?

3
Send out your light and your truth, that they may lead me, *

and bring me to your holy hill

and to your dwelling;

4
That I may go to the altar of God,

to the God of my joy and gladness; *

and on the harp I will give thanks to you, O God my God.

5
Why are you so full of heaviness, O my soul? *

and why are you so disquieted within me?

6
Put your trust in God; *

for I will yet give thanks to him,

who is the help of my countenance, and my God.

Gloria Patri

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Ghost:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and ever shall be.

World without end. Amen. Amen.

The Lesson

The Gospel

A reading from the Gospel according to Matthew 4:18-25

18
As he walked by the Sea of Galilee, he saw two brothers, Simon, who is called Peter, and Andrew his brother, casting a net into the sea—for they were fishermen. 19
And he said to them, "Follow me, and I will make you fish for people." 20
Immediately they left their nets and followed him. 21
As he went from there, he saw two other brothers, James son of Zebedee and his brother John, in the boat with their father Zebedee, mending their nets, and he called them. 22
Immediately they left the boat and their father, and followed him.

23
Jesus went throughout Galilee, teaching in their synagogues and proclaiming the good news of the kingdom and curing every disease and every sickness among the people. 24
So his fame spread throughout all Syria, and they brought to him all the sick, those who were afflicted with various diseases and pains, demoniacs, epileptics, and paralytics, and he cured them. 25
And great crowds followed him from Galilee, the Decapolis, Jerusalem, Judea, and from beyond the Jordan.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The Song of Mary

Luke 1:46-55

Magnificat

My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord,

my spirit rejoices in God my Savior;*

for he has looked with favor on his lowly servant.

From this day all generations will call me blessed:*

the Almighty has done great things for me,

and holy is his Name.

He has mercy on those who fear him*

in every generation.

He has shown the strength of his arm,*

he has scattered the proud in their conceit.

He has cast down the mighty from their thrones,*

and has lifted up the lowly.

He has filled the hungry with good things,*

and the rich he has sent away empty.

He has come to the help of his servant Israel,*

for he has remembered his promise of mercy,

The promise he made to our fathers,*

to Abraham and his children for ever.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Creed

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayers

The Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

The Suffrages

That this evening may be holy, good, and peaceful,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That your holy angels may lead us in paths of peace and goodwill,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That we may be pardoned and forgiven for our sins and offenses,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That there may be peace to your Church and to the whole world,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That we may depart this life in your faith and fear, and not be condemned before the great judgment seat of Christ,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That we may be bound together by your Holy Spirit in the communion of all your saints, entrusting one another and all our life to Christ,

We entreat you, O Lord.

The Collect of the Day: The Third Sunday of Easter

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 all his redeeming work; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

For Mission

Keep watch, dear Lord, with those who work, or watch, or weep this night, and give your angels charge over those who sleep. Tend the sick, Lord Christ; give rest to the weary, bless the dying, soothe the suffering, pity the afflicted, shield the joyous; and all for your love's sake. Amen.

World Cycle of Prayer

We pray for the people of The Dominican Republic
.

Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

We pray for our sisters and brothers members of the The First African Church Mission
.

A Collect for Saturdays

O God, the source of eternal light: Shed forth your unending day upon us who watch for you, that our lips may praise you, our lives may bless you, and our worship on the morrow give you glory; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Intercessions

Let us pray now for our own needs and those of others.

Hymn: To my humble supplication

To my humble supplication

Lord, give ear and acceptation

Save thy servant, that hath none

Help nor hope but Thee alone. Amen.

Birthdays

Anniversaries

For Recovery from Sickness

For Travelers

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

For Those to be Baptized

For the Departed

Full list of prayers

For Sound Government

O Lord our Governor, bless the leaders of our land, that we may be a people at peace among ourselves and a blessing to other nations of the earth.

Lord, keep this nation under your care.

To all who have executive authority and to all who have administrative authority, grant wisdom and grace in the exercise of their duties.

Give grace to your servants, O Lord.

To those who make our laws give courage, wisdom, and foresight to provide for the needs of all our people, and to fulfill our obligations in the community of nations.

Give grace to your servants, O Lord.

To the Judges and officers of our Courts give understanding and integrity, that human rights may be safeguarded and justice served.

Give grace to your servants, O Lord.

And finally, teach our people to rely on your strength and to accept their responsibilities to their fellow citizens, that they may elect trustworthy leaders and make wise decisions for the well-being of our society; that we may serve you faithfully in our generation and honor your holy Name.

For yours is the kingdom, O Lord, and you are exalted as head above all. Amen.

For Schools and Colleges

O Eternal God, bless all schools, colleges, and universities, that they may be lively centers for sound learning, new discovery, and the pursuit of wisdom; and grant that those who teach and those who learn may find you to be the source of all truth; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For the Harvest of Lands and Waters

O gracious Father, who open your hand and fills all living things: Bless the lands and waters, and multiply the harvests of the world; let your Spirit go forth, that it may renew the face of the earth; show your loving-kindness, that our land may give her increase; and save us from selfish use of what thou give, that men and women everywhere may give you thanks; through Christ our Lord. Amen.

Hymn: Though I may speak

Though I may speak with bravest fire,

And have the gift to all inspire,

And have not love, my words are vain,

As sounding brass, and hopeless gain.

Though I may give all I possess,

And striving so my love profess,

But not be given by love within,

The profit soon turns strangely thin.

Come, Spirit, come, our hearts control,

Our spirits long to be made whole.

Let inward love guide every deed;

By this we worship, and are freed. Amen. Amen.

Singers: The Kindred Hearts Quartet

Tune: O Waly, Waly

A Prayer of Self-Dedication

Almighty and eternal God,

so draw our hearts to you,

so guide our minds,

so fill our imaginations,

so control our wills,

that we may be wholly yours,

utterly dedicated unto you;

and then use us, we pray you, as you will,

and always to your glory and the welfare of your people;

through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

The Ending

The General Thanksgiving

Almighty God, Father of all mercies,

we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks

for all your goodness and loving-kindness

to us and to all whom you have made.

We bless you for our creation, preservation,

and all the blessings of this life;

but above all for your immeasurable love

in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;

for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.

And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies,

that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise,

not only with our lips, but in our lives,

by giving up our selves to your service,

and by walking before you

in holiness and righteousness all our days;

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with us all evermore. Amen. 2 Corinthians 13:14

Hymn: God Be With You

God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus' feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

20 April Compline

Opening Sentence

The Lord Almighty grant us a peaceful night and a perfect end.

Amen.

Our help is in the Name of the Lord;

The maker of heaven and earth.

Confession

Let us confess our sins to God.

Almighty God, our heavenly Father:

We have sinned against you,

through our own fault,

in thought, and word, and deed,

and in what we have left undone.

For the sake of your Son our Lord Jesus Christ,

forgive us all our offenses;

and grant that we may serve you

in newness of life,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

May the Almighty God grant us forgiveness of all our sins,and the grace and comfort of the Holy Spirit.

Amen.

Psalm 134 Ecce nunc

1
Behold now, bless the LORD, all you servants of the LORD, *

you that stand by night in the house of the LORD.

2
Lift up your hands in the holy place and bless the LORD; *

the LORD who made heaven and earth bless you out of Zion.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

Be sober, be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. Resist him, firm in your faith. 1 Peter 5:8-9a

Thanks be to God.

Responses

Into your hands, O Lord, I commend my spirit;

For you have redeemed me, O Lord, O God of truth.

Keep us, O Lord, as the apple of your eye;

Hide us under the shadow of your wings.

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Visit this place, O Lord, and drive far from it all snare of the enemy; let your holy angels dwell with us to preserve us in peace; and let your blessing be upon us always; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Prayer

O God, your unfailing providence sustains the world we live in and the life we live: Watch over those, both night and day, who work while others sleep, and grant that we may never forget that our common life depends upon each other's toil; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

The Song of Simeon

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Lord, you now have set your servant free *

to go in peace as you have promised;

For these eyes of mine have seen the Savior, *

whom you have prepared for all the world to see:

A Light to enlighten the nations, *

and the glory of your people Israel.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The almighty and merciful Lord, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, bless us and keep us.

Amen.

Jump to Noonday

Sunday

Morning Prayer

The Opening

Opening Sentence

Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. Philippians 1:2

Hymn: When morning gilds the skies

When morning gilds the skies,

My heart awaking cries:

May Jesus Christ be praised!

Alike at work and prayer

To Jesus I repair:

May Jesus Christ be praised!

To Thee, my God above,

I cry with glowing love,

May Jesus Christ be praised!

The fairest graces spring

In hearts that ever sing,

May Jesus Christ be praised!

Confession of Sin

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned against you

in thought, word, and deed,

by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone.

We have not loved you with our whole heart;

we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,

have mercy on us and forgive us;

that we may delight in your will,

and walk in your ways,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen.

The Invitatory and Psalter

Lord, open our lips.

And our mouth shall proclaim your praise.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

Antiphon

The Spirit of the Lord renews the face of the Earth:

Come let us adore him.

Venite

Come let us sing to the Lord;*

let us shout for joy to the Rock of our salvation.

Let us come before his presence with thanksgiving*

and raise a loud shout to him with psalms.

For the Lord is a great God,*

and a great King above all gods.

In his hand are the caverns of the earth,*

and the heights of the hills are his also.

The sea is his, for he made it,*

and his hands have molded the dry land.

Come, let us bow down, and bend the knee,*

and kneel before the Lord our Maker.

For he is our God,

and we are the people of his pasture and the sheep of his hand.*

Oh, that today you would hearken to his voice!

Glory be to the Father and to the Son,

And to the Holy Spirit.

As it was in the beginning, is now,

And will be forever. Amen.

The Spirit of the Lord renews the face of the Earth:

Come let us adore him.

The Psalms Appointed

63:1-8 Deus, Deus meus
or

Coverdale

1
O God, you are my God; eagerly I seek you; *

my soul thirsts for you, my flesh faints for you,

as in a barren and dry land where there is no water.

2
Therefore I have gazed upon you in your holy place, *

that I might behold your power and your glory.

3
For your loving-kindness is better than life itself; *

my lips shall give you praise.

4
So will I bless you as long as I live *

and lift up my hands in your Name.

5
My soul is content, as with marrow and fatness, *

and my mouth praises you with joyful lips,

6
When I remember you upon my bed, *

and meditate on you in the night watches.

7
For you have been my helper, *

and under the shadow of your wings I will rejoice.

8
My soul clings to you; *

your right hand holds me fast.

98 Cantate Domino
or

Coverdale

1
Sing to the Lord a new song, *

for he has done marvelous things.

2
With his right hand and his holy arm *

has he won for himself the victory.

3
The Lord has made known his victory; *

his righteousness has he openly shown in

the sight of the nations.

4
He remembers his mercy and faithfulness to

the house of Israel, *

and all the ends of the earth have seen the

victory of our God.

5
Shout with joy to the Lord, all you lands; *

lift up your voice, rejoice, and sing.

6
Sing to the Lord with the harp, *

with the harp and the voice of song.

7
With trumpets and the sound of the horn *

shout with joy before the King, the Lord.

8
Let the sea make a noise and all that is in it, *

the lands and those who dwell therein.

9
Let the rivers clap their hands, *

and let the hills ring out with joy before the Lord,

when he comes to judge the earth.

10
In righteousness shall he judge the world *

and the peoples with equity.

98 Cantate Domino
or

Coverdale

1
Sing to the Lord a new song, *

for he has done marvelous things.

2
With his right hand and his holy arm *

has he won for himself the victory.

3
The Lord has made known his victory; *

his righteousness has he openly shown in

the sight of the nations.

4
He remembers his mercy and faithfulness to

the house of Israel, *

and all the ends of the earth have seen the

victory of our God.

5
Shout with joy to the Lord, all you lands; *

lift up your voice, rejoice, and sing.

6
Sing to the Lord with the harp, *

with the harp and the voice of song.

7
With trumpets and the sound of the horn *

shout with joy before the King, the Lord.

8
Let the sea make a noise and all that is in it, *

the lands and those who dwell therein.

9
Let the rivers clap their hands, *

and let the hills ring out with joy before the Lord,

when he comes to judge the earth.

10
In righteousness shall he judge the world *

and the peoples with equity.

Gloria Patri

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Ghost:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and ever shall be.

World without end. Amen. Amen.

The Lessons

The First Lesson

A reading from the Book of Exodus 28:1-4,30-38

1
Then bring near to you your brother Aaron, and his sons with him, from among the Israelites, to serve me as priests—Aaron and Aaron's sons, Nadab and Abihu, Eleazar and Ithamar. 2
You shall make sacred vestments for the glorious adornment of your brother Aaron. 3
And you shall speak to all who have ability, whom I have endowed with skill, that they make Aaron's vestments to consecrate him for my priesthood. 4
These are the vestments that they shall make: a breastpiece, an ephod, a robe, a checkered tunic, a turban, and a sash. When they make these sacred vestments for your brother Aaron and his sons to serve me as priests, 30
In the breastpiece of judgment you shall put the Urim and the Thummim, and they shall be on Aaron's heart when he goes in before the Lord; thus Aaron shall bear the judgment of the Israelites on his heart before the Lord continually.

31
You shall make the robe of the ephod all of blue. 32
It shall have an opening for the head in the middle of it, with a woven binding around the opening, like the opening in a coat of mail, so that it may not be torn. 33
On its lower hem you shall make pomegranates of blue, purple, and crimson yarns, all around the lower hem, with bells of gold between them all around— 34
a golden bell and a pomegranate alternating all around the lower hem of the robe. 35
Aaron shall wear it when he ministers, and its sound shall be heard when he goes into the holy place before the Lord, and when he comes out, so that he may not die. 36
You shall make a rosette of pure gold, and engrave on it, like the engraving of a signet, "Holy to the Lord." 37
You shall fasten it on the turban with a blue cord; it shall be on the front of the turban. 38
It shall be on Aaron's forehead, and Aaron shall take on himself any guilt incurred in the holy offering that the Israelites consecrate as their sacred donations; it shall always be on his forehead, in order that they may find favor before the Lord.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

8 The Song of Moses
Cantemus Domino

Exodus 15:1-6, 11-13, 17-18

I will sing to the Lord, for he is lofty and uplifted; *

the horse and its rider has he hurled into the sea.

The Lord is my strength and my refuge; *

the Lord has become my Savior.

This is my God and I will praise him, *

the God of my people and I will exalt him.

The Lord is a mighty warrior; *

Yahweh is his Name.

The chariots of Pharaoh and his army has he hurled into the sea; *

the finest of those who bear armor have been drowned in the Red Sea.

The fathomless deep has overwhelmed them; *

they sank into the depths like a stone.

Your right hand, O Lord, is glorious in might; *

your right hand, O Lord, has overthrown the enemy.

Who can be compared with you, O Lord, among the gods? *

who is like you, glorious in holiness,

awesome in renown, and worker of wonders?

You stretched forth your right hand; *

the earth swallowed them up.

With your constant love you led the people you redeemed; *

with your might you brought them in safety to your holy dwelling.

You will bring them in and plant them *

on the mount of your possession,

The resting-place you have made for yourself, O Lord, *

the sanctuary, O Lord, that your hand has established.

The Lord shall reign *

for ever and for ever. Amen.

The Second Lesson

A reading from the First Book of John 2:18-29

18
Children, it is the last hour! As you have heard that antichrist is coming, so now many antichrists have come. From this we know that it is the last hour. 19
They went out from us, but they did not belong to us; for if they had belonged to us, they would have remained with us. But by going out they made it plain that none of them belongs to us.

20
But you have been anointed by the Holy One, and all of you have knowledge. 21
I write to you, not because you do not know the truth, but because you know it, and you know that no lie comes from the truth. 22
Who is the liar but the one who denies that Jesus is the Christ? This is the antichrist, the one who denies the Father and the Son. 23
No one who denies the Son has the Father; everyone who confesses the Son has the Father also. 24
Let what you heard from the beginning abide in you. If what you heard from the beginning abides in you, then you will abide in the Son and in the Father. 25
And this is what he has promised us, eternal life. 26
I write these things to you concerning those who would deceive you. 27
As for you, the anointing that you received from him abides in you, and so you do not need anyone to teach you. But as his anointing teaches you about all things, and is true and is not a lie, and just as it has taught you, abide in him.

28
And now, little children, abide in him, so that when he is revealed we may have confidence and not be put to shame before him at his coming. 29
If you know that he is righteous, you may be sure that everyone who does right has been born of him.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

21 You are God
Te Deum laudamus

You are God: we praise you;

You are the Lord: we acclaim you;

You are the eternal Father:

All creation worships you.

To you all angels, all the powers of heaven,

Cherubim and Seraphim, sing in endless praise:

Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might,

heaven and earth are full of your glory.

The glorious company of apostles praise you.

The noble fellowship of prophets praise you.

The white-robed army of martyrs praise you.

Throughout the world the holy Church acclaims you;

Father, of majesty unbounded,

your true and only Son, worthy of all worship,

and the Holy Spirit, advocate and guide.

You, Christ, are the king of glory,

the eternal Son of the Father.

When you became man to set us free

you did not shun the Virgin's womb.

You overcame the sting of death

and opened the kingdom of heaven to all believers.

You are seated at God's right hand in glory.

We believe that you will come and be our judge.

Come then, Lord, and help your people,

bought with the price of your own blood,

and bring us with your saints

to glory everlasting.

The Gospel

A reading from the Gospel according to Mark 6:30-44

30
The apostles gathered around Jesus, and told him all that they had done and taught. 31
He said to them, "Come away to a deserted place all by yourselves and rest a while." For many were coming and going, and they had no leisure even to eat. 32
And they went away in the boat to a deserted place by themselves. 33
Now many saw them going and recognized them, and they hurried there on foot from all the towns and arrived ahead of them. 34
As he went ashore, he saw a great crowd; and he had compassion for them, because they were like sheep without a shepherd; and he began to teach them many things. 35
When it grew late, his disciples came to him and said, "This is a deserted place, and the hour is now very late; 36
send them away so that they may go into the surrounding country and villages and buy something for themselves to eat." 37
But he answered them, "You give them something to eat." They said to him, "Are we to go and buy two hundred denarii worth of bread, and give it to them to eat?" 38
And he said to them, "How many loaves have you? Go and see." When they had found out, they said, "Five, and two fish." 39
Then he ordered them to get all the people to sit down in groups on the green grass. 40
So they sat down in groups of hundreds and of fifties. 41
Taking the five loaves and the two fish, he looked up to heaven, and blessed and broke the loaves, and gave them to his disciples to set before the people; and he divided the two fish among them all. 42
And all ate and were filled; 43
and they took up twelve baskets full of broken pieces and of the fish. 44
Those who had eaten the loaves numbered five thousand men.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayers

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Let us pray.

Contemporary Lord's Prayer

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Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

The Suffrages

Show us your mercy, O Lord;

And grant us your salvation.

Clothe your ministers with righteousness;

Let your people sing with joy.

Give peace, O Lord, in all the world;

For only in you can we live in safety.

Lord, keep this nation under your care;

And guide us in the way of justice and truth.

Let your way be known upon earth;

Your saving health among all nations.

Let not the needy, O Lord, be forgotten;

Nor the hope of the poor be taken away.

Create in us clean hearts, O God;

And sustain us with your Holy Spirit.

Collect of the Day: The Fourth Sunday of Easter

God, whose Son Jesus 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.

A Collect for Sundays

O God, you make us glad with the weekly remembrance of the glorious resurrection of your Son our Lord: Give us this day such blessing through our worship of you, that the week to come may be spent in your favor; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

A Collect for Mission

Almighty and everlasting God, by whose Spirit the whole body of your faithful people is governed and sanctified: Receive our supplications and prayers which we offer before you for all members of your holy Church, that in their vocation and ministry they may truly and devoutly serve you; through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

World Cycle of Prayer

We pray for the people of Germany
.

Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

We pray for our sisters and brothers members of the United Congregational Church of Southern Africa
.

Intercessions

Let us pray now for our own needs and those of others.

Hymn: To my humble supplication

To my humble supplication

Lord, give ear and acceptation

Save thy servant, that hath none

Help nor hope but Thee alone. Amen.

Birthdays

Anniversaries

For Recovery from Sickness

For Travelers

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

For Those to be Baptized

For the Departed

Full list of prayers

For the Church

Gracious Father, we pray for your holy Catholic Church. Fill it with all truth, in all truth with all peace. Where it is corrupt, purify it; where it is in error, direct it; where in any thing it is amiss, reform it. Where it is right, strengthen it; where it is in want, provide for it; where it is divided, reunite it; for the sake of Jesus Christ your Son our Savior. Amen.

For Church Musicians and Artists

O God, whom saints and angels delight to worship in heaven: Be ever present with your servants who seek through art and music to perfect the praises offered by your people on earth; and grant to them even now glimpses of your beauty, and make them worthy at length to behold it unveiled for evermore; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For Families

Almighty God, our heavenly Father, who places solitary persons in families: We commend to your continual care the homes in which your people dwell. Put far from them, we beseech you, every root of bitterness, the desire of vainglory, and the pride of life. Fill them with faith, virtue, knowledge, temperance, patience, and godliness. Knit together in constant affection those who, in marriage, have been made one flesh. Turn the hearts of the parents to the children, and the hearts of the children to the parents; and so enkindle fervent charity among us all, that we may evermore be kindly one to another; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Hymn: The Lord is my shepherd

The Lord is my shepherd I shall not want,

He maketh me to lie down in green pastures,

He leadeth me beside the still waters.

The Lord is my shepherd I shall not want,

He maketh me to lie down in green pastures,

He leadeth me beside the still waters.

Yea though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death I will fear no evil,

Yea though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death I will fear no evil,

For you are with me,

You will comfort me

For you are with me,

You will comfort me,

Comfort me.

Surely goodness and mercy,

shall follow me all the days of my life,

and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.

Forever

Forever

Forever

Forever

Singers: Elin Manahan Thomas and the choir of St. David's Catherdral, Wales

Music: Howard Goodall

A Prayer Attributed to St. Francis

Lord, make us instruments of your peace.

Where there is hatred, let us sow love;

where there is injury, pardon;

where there is discord, union;

where there is doubt, faith;

where there is despair, hope;

where there is darkness, light;

where there is sadness, joy.

Grant that we may not so much seek to be consoled as to console;

to be understood as to understand;

to be loved as to love.

For it is in giving that we receive;

it is in pardoning that we are pardoned;

and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life. Amen.

The Ending

The General Thanksgiving

Almighty God, Father of all mercies,

we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks

for all your goodness and loving-kindness

to us and to all whom you have made.

We bless you for our creation, preservation,

and all the blessings of this life;

but above all for your immeasurable love

in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;

for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.

And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies,

that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise,

not only with our lips, but in our lives,

by giving up our selves to your service,

and by walking before you

in holiness and righteousness all our days;

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with us all evermore. Amen. 2 Corinthians 13:14

Hymn: God Be With You

God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus' feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

An Order of Service for Noonday

The Opening

Officiant

O God, make speed to save us.

People

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Officiant and People

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

A suitable hymn may be sung.

The Psalm

Psalm 119 Lucerna pedibus meis

105
Your word is a lantern to my feet *

and a light upon my path.

106
I have sworn and am determined *

to keep your righteous judgments.

107
I am deeply troubled; *

preserve my life, O Lord, according to your word.

108
Accept, O Lord, the willing tribute of my lips, *

and teach me your judgments.

109
My life is always in my hand, *

yet I do not forget your law.

110
The wicked have set a trap for me, *

but I have not strayed from your commandments.

111
Your decrees are my inheritance for ever; *

truly, they are the joy of my heart.

112
I have applied my heart to fulfill your statutes *

for ever and to the end.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

Officiant

The love of God has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit that has been given to us. Romans 5:5

People

Thanks be to God.

The Prayers

Officiant

Lord, have mercy.

People

Christ, have mercy.

Officiant

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant and People recite the Lord's Prayer.

Contemporary Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

Officiant

Lord, hear our prayer;

People

And let our cry come to you.

Officiant

Let us pray.

The Collect

Officiant

Heavenly Father, send your Holy Spirit into our hearts, to direct and rule us according to your will, to comfort us in all our afflictions, to defend us from all error, and to lead us into all truth; through Jesus Christ our Lord.

Officiant and People

Amen.

Intercessions

Free intercessions may be offered.

Officiant

In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to your, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For our Presiding Bishop, for our own Bishop(s), for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who live and work in this community, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For yours is the majesty, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, now and for ever.

Officiant and People

Amen.

The Conclusion

Officiant

Let us bless the Lord.

People

Thanks be to God.

21 April

Noonday Prayer

The Psalm

Psalm 19 Caeli enarrant

1
The heavens declare the glory of God, *

and the firmament shows his handiwork.

2
One day tells its tale to another, *

and one night imparts knowledge to another.

3
Although they have no words or language, *

and their voices are not heard,

4
Their sound has gone out into all lands, *

and their message to the ends of the world.

5
In the deep has he set a pavilion for the sun; *

it comes forth like a bridegroom out of his chamber;

it rejoices like a champion to run its course.

6
It goes forth from the uttermost edge of the heavens

and runs about to the end of it again; *

nothing is hidden from its burning heat.

7
The law of the LORD is perfect and revives the soul; *

the testimony of the LORD is sure and gives wisdom to the innocent.

8
The statutes of the LORD are just and rejoice the heart; *

the commandment of the LORD is clear and gives light to the eyes.

9
The fear of the LORD is clean and endures for ever; *

the judgments of the LORD are true and righteous altogether.

10
More to be desired are they than gold, more than much fine gold, *

sweeter far than honey, than honey in the comb.

11
By them also is your servant enlightened, *

and in keeping them there is great reward.

12
Who can tell how often he offends? *

cleanse me from my secret faults.

13
Above all, keep your servant from presumptuous sins;

let them not get dominion over me; *

then shall I be whole and sound,

and innocent of a great offense.

14
Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in your sight, *

O LORD, my strength and my redeemer.

Glory to the Father,

and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

The love of God has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit that has been given to us. Romans 5:5

Thanks be to God.

Kyrie

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

The Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Lord Jesus Christ, you said to your apostles, "Peace I give to you; my peace I leave with you:" Regard not our sins, but the faith of your Church, and give to us the peace and unity of that heavenly city, where with the Father and the Holy Spirit you live and reign, now and for ever. Amen.

Intercessions

In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to your, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For our Presiding Bishop, for our own Bishop(s), for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who live and work in this community, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For yours is the majesty, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, now and for ever.

Amen.

Conclusion

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

Jump to Compline

Sunday

Evening Prayer

The Opening

Opening Sentence

Let my prayer be set forth in your sight as incense, the lifting up of my hands as the evening sacrifice. Psalm 141:2

Hymn: Abide with me

Abide with me; fast falls the eventide;

The darkness deepens; Lord with me abide.

When other helpers fail and comforts flee,

Help of the helpless, O abide with me.

I need Thy presence every passing hour.

What but Thy grace can foil the tempter's power?

Who, like Thyself, my guide and stay can be?

Through cloud and sunshine, Lord, abide with me.

Hold Thou Thy cross before my closing eyes;

Shine through the gloom and point me to the skies.

Heaven's morning breaks, and Earth's vain shadows flee;

In life, in death, O Lord, abide with me.

Confession

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned against you

in thought, word, and deed,

by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone.

We have not loved you with our whole heart;

we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,

have mercy on us and forgive us;

that we may delight in your will,

and walk in your ways,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen.

Versicle and Response

O God, make speed to save us.

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

O Gracious Light Phos hilaron

O gracious Light,

pure brightness of the everliving Father in heaven,

O Jesus Christ, holy and blessed!

Now as we come to the setting of the sun,

and our eyes behold the vesper light,

we sing your praises, O God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

You are worthy at all times to be praised by happy voices,

O Son of God, O Giver of life,

and to be glorified through all the worlds.

The Psalm Appointed

103 Benedic, anima mea
or

Coverdale

1
Bless the Lord, O my soul, *

and all that is within me, bless his holy Name.

2
Bless the Lord, O my soul, *

and forget not all his benefits.

3
He forgives all your sins *

and heals all your infirmities;

4
He redeems your life from the grave *

and crowns you with mercy and loving-kindness;

5
He satisfies you with good things, *

and your youth is renewed like an eagle's.

6
The Lord executes righteousness *

and judgment for all who are oppressed.

7
He made his ways known to Moses *

and his works to the children of Israel.

8
The Lord is full of compassion and mercy, *

slow to anger and of great kindness.

9
He will not always accuse us, *

nor will he keep his anger for ever.

10
He has not dealt with us according to our sins, *

nor rewarded us according to our wickedness.

11
For as the heavens are high above the earth, *

so is his mercy great upon those who fear him.

12
As far as the east is from the west, *

so far has he removed our sins from us.

13
As a father cares for his children, *

so does the Lord care for those who fear him.

14
For he himself knows whereof we are made; *

he remembers that we are but dust.

15
Our days are like the grass; *

we flourish like a flower of the field;

16
When the wind goes over it, it is gone, *

and its place shall know it no more.

17
But the merciful goodness of the Lord endures for ever

on those who fear him, *

and his righteousness on children's children;

18
On those who keep his covenant *

and remember his commandments and do them.

19
The Lord has set his throne in heaven, *

and his kingship has dominion over all.

20
Bless the Lord, you angels of his,

you mighty ones who do his bidding, *

and hearken to the voice of his word.

21
Bless the Lord, all you his hosts, *

you ministers of his who do his will.

22
Bless the Lord, all you works of his,

in all places of his dominion; *

bless the Lord, O my soul.

Gloria Patri

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Ghost:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and ever shall be.

World without end. Amen. Amen.

The Lesson

The Gospel

A reading from the Gospel according to Mark 6:30-44

30
The apostles gathered around Jesus, and told him all that they had done and taught. 31
He said to them, "Come away to a deserted place all by yourselves and rest a while." For many were coming and going, and they had no leisure even to eat. 32
And they went away in the boat to a deserted place by themselves. 33
Now many saw them going and recognized them, and they hurried there on foot from all the towns and arrived ahead of them. 34
As he went ashore, he saw a great crowd; and he had compassion for them, because they were like sheep without a shepherd; and he began to teach them many things. 35
When it grew late, his disciples came to him and said, "This is a deserted place, and the hour is now very late; 36
send them away so that they may go into the surrounding country and villages and buy something for themselves to eat." 37
But he answered them, "You give them something to eat." They said to him, "Are we to go and buy two hundred denarii worth of bread, and give it to them to eat?" 38
And he said to them, "How many loaves have you? Go and see." When they had found out, they said, "Five, and two fish." 39
Then he ordered them to get all the people to sit down in groups on the green grass. 40
So they sat down in groups of hundreds and of fifties. 41
Taking the five loaves and the two fish, he looked up to heaven, and blessed and broke the loaves, and gave them to his disciples to set before the people; and he divided the two fish among them all. 42
And all ate and were filled; 43
and they took up twelve baskets full of broken pieces and of the fish. 44
Those who had eaten the loaves numbered five thousand men.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The Song of Mary

Luke 1:46-55

Magnificat

My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord,

my spirit rejoices in God my Savior;*

for he has looked with favor on his lowly servant.

From this day all generations will call me blessed:*

the Almighty has done great things for me,

and holy is his Name.

He has mercy on those who fear him*

in every generation.

He has shown the strength of his arm,*

he has scattered the proud in their conceit.

He has cast down the mighty from their thrones,*

and has lifted up the lowly.

He has filled the hungry with good things,*

and the rich he has sent away empty.

He has come to the help of his servant Israel,*

for he has remembered his promise of mercy,

The promise he made to our fathers,*

to Abraham and his children for ever.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Creed

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayers

The Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

The Suffrages

That this evening may be holy, good, and peaceful,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That your holy angels may lead us in paths of peace and goodwill,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That we may be pardoned and forgiven for our sins and offenses,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That there may be peace to your Church and to the whole world,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That we may depart this life in your faith and fear, and not be condemned before the great judgment seat of Christ,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That we may be bound together by your Holy Spirit in the communion of all your saints, entrusting one another and all our life to Christ,

We entreat you, O Lord.

The Collect of the Day: The Fourth Sunday of Easter

God, whose Son Jesus 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.

For Mission

Keep watch, dear Lord, with those who work, or watch, or weep this night, and give your angels charge over those who sleep. Tend the sick, Lord Christ; give rest to the weary, bless the dying, soothe the suffering, pity the afflicted, shield the joyous; and all for your love's sake. Amen.

World Cycle of Prayer

We pray for the people of East Timor
.

Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

We pray for our sisters and brothers members of the Toraja Church
.

A Collect for Sundays

Lord God, whose Son our Savior Jesus Christ triumphed over the powers of death and prepared for us our place in the new Jerusalem; Grant that we, who have this day given thanks for his resurrection, may praise you in that City of which he is the light, and where he lives and reigns, for ever and ever. Amen.

Intercessions

Let us pray now for our own needs and those of others.

Hymn: To my humble supplication

To my humble supplication

Lord, give ear and acceptation

Save thy servant, that hath none

Help nor hope but Thee alone. Amen.

Birthdays

Anniversaries

For Recovery from Sickness

For Travelers

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

For Those to be Baptized

For the Departed

Full list of prayers

For Courts of Justice

Lord Jesus, for our sake you were condemned as a criminal: Visit our jails and prisons with your pity and judgment. Remember all prisoners, and bring the guilty to repentance and amendment of life according to your will, and give them hope for their future. When any are held unjustly, bring them release; forgive us, and teach us to improve our justice. Remember those who work in these institutions; keep them humane and compassionate; and save them from becoming brutal or callous. And since what we do for those in prison, O Lord, we do for you, constrain us to improve their lot. All this we ask for your mercy's sake. Amen.

For Those Who Suffer for the Sake of Conscience

O God our Father, whose Son forgave his enemies while he was suffering shame and death: Strengthen those who suffer for the sake of conscience; when they are accused, save them from speaking in hate; when they are rejected, save them from bitterness; when they are imprisoned, save them from despair; and to us your servants, give grace to respect their witness and to discern the truth, that our society may be cleansed and strengthened. This we ask for the sake of Jesus Christ, our merciful and righteous Judge. Amen.

For Towns and Rural Areas

Lord Christ, when you came among us, you proclaimed the kingdom of God in villages, towns, and lonely places: Grant that your presence and power may be known throughout this land. Have mercy upon all of us who live and work in rural areas; and grant that all the people of our nation may give thanks to you for food and drink and all other bodily necessities of life, respect those who labor to produce them, and honor the land and the water from which these good things come. All this we ask in your holy Name. Amen.

Hymn: Come, let us join our cheerful songs

Come, let us join our cheerful songs

With angels round the throne.

Ten thousand thousand are their tongues,

But all their joys are one.

"Worthy the Lamb that died," they cry,

"To be exalted thus!"

"Worthy the Lamb," our hearts reply,

"For He was slain for us!"

Jesus is worthy to receive

Honor and power divine;

And blessings more than we can give,

Be, Lord, forever Thine.

Let all that dwell above the sky,

And air and earth and seas,

Conspire to lift Thy glories high,

And speak Thine endless praise!

The whole creation join in one,

To bless the sacred Name

Of Him Who sits upon the throne,

And to adore the Lamb.

A Prayer Attributed to St. Francis

Lord, make us instruments of your peace.

Where there is hatred, let us sow love;

where there is injury, pardon;

where there is discord, union;

where there is doubt, faith;

where there is despair, hope;

where there is darkness, light;

where there is sadness, joy.

Grant that we may not so much seek to be consoled as to console;

to be understood as to understand;

to be loved as to love.

For it is in giving that we receive;

it is in pardoning that we are pardoned;

and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life. Amen.

The Ending

The General Thanksgiving

Almighty God, Father of all mercies,

we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks

for all your goodness and loving-kindness

to us and to all whom you have made.

We bless you for our creation, preservation,

and all the blessings of this life;

but above all for your immeasurable love

in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;

for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.

And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies,

that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise,

not only with our lips, but in our lives,

by giving up our selves to your service,

and by walking before you

in holiness and righteousness all our days;

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with us all evermore. Amen. 2 Corinthians 13:14

Hymn: God Be With You

God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus' feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

21 April Compline

Opening Sentence

The Lord Almighty grant us a peaceful night and a perfect end.

Amen.

Our help is in the Name of the Lord;

The maker of heaven and earth.

Confession

Let us confess our sins to God.

Almighty God, our heavenly Father:

We have sinned against you,

through our own fault,

in thought, and word, and deed,

and in what we have left undone.

For the sake of your Son our Lord Jesus Christ,

forgive us all our offenses;

and grant that we may serve you

in newness of life,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

May the Almighty God grant us forgiveness of all our sins,and the grace and comfort of the Holy Spirit.

Amen.

Psalm 4 Cum invocarem

1
Answer me when I call, O God, defender of my cause; *

you set me free when I am hard-pressed;

have mercy on me and hear my prayer.

2
"You mortals, how long will you dishonor my glory; *

how long will you worship dumb idols

and run after false gods?"

3
Know that the LORD does wonders for the faithful; *

when I call upon the LORD, he will hear me.

4
Tremble, then, and do not sin; *

speak to your heart in silence upon your bed.

5
Offer the appointed sacrifices *

and put your trust in the LORD.

6
Many are saying, "Oh, that we might see better times!" *

Lift up the light of your countenance upon us, O LORD.

7
You have put gladness in my heart, *

more than when grain and wine and oil increase.

8
I lie down in peace; at once I fall asleep; *

for only you, LORD, make me dwell in safety.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

Lord, you are in the midst of us, and we are called by your Name: Do not forsake us, O Lord our God. Jeremiah 14:9,22

Thanks be to God.

Responses

Into your hands, O Lord, I commend my spirit;

For you have redeemed me, O Lord, O God of truth.

Keep us, O Lord, as the apple of your eye;

Hide us under the shadow of your wings.

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Be our light in the darkness, O Lord, and in your great mercy defend us from all perils and dangers of this night; for the love of your only Son, our Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

Prayer

Keep watch, dear Lord, with those who work, or watch, or weep this night, and give your angels charge over those who sleep. Tend the sick, Lord Christ; give rest to the weary, bless the dying, soothe the suffering, pity the afflicted, shield the joyous; and all for your love's sake. Amen.

The Song of Simeon

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Lord, you now have set your servant free *

to go in peace as you have promised;

For these eyes of mine have seen the Savior, *

whom you have prepared for all the world to see:

A Light to enlighten the nations, *

and the glory of your people Israel.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The almighty and merciful Lord, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, bless us and keep us.

Amen.

Jump to Noonday

Monday

Morning Prayer

The Opening

Opening Sentence

Send out your light and your truth, that they may lead me, and bring me to your holy hill and to your dwelling. Psalm 43:3

Hymn: Alleluia! Alleluia! O praiséd be God

Alleluia! Alleluia! O praiséd be God,

All raise your voices,

Sing with thankful voices.

Thou, God, today hast given us joy.

Hold fast to Him

and praise His name eternal!

J.S. Bach

Confession of Sin

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned against you

in thought, word, and deed,

by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone.

We have not loved you with our whole heart;

we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,

have mercy on us and forgive us;

that we may delight in your will,

and walk in your ways,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen.

The Invitatory and Psalter

Lord, open our lips.

And our mouth shall proclaim your praise.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

Antiphon

The mercy of the Lord is everlasting:

Come let us adore him.

Jubilate
Psalm 100

Be joyful in the Lord, all you lands; *

serve the Lord with gladness

and come before his presence with a song.

Know this: The Lord himself is God; *

he himself has made us, and we are his;

we are his people and the sheep of his pasture.

Enter his gates with thanksgiving;

go into his courts with praise; *

give thanks to him and call upon his Name.

For the Lord is good;

his mercy is everlasting; *

and his faithfulness endures from age to age.

The mercy of the Lord is everlasting:

Come let us adore him.

The Psalms Appointed

41 Beatus qui intelligit
or

Coverdale

1
Happy are they who consider the poor and needy! *

the Lord will deliver them in the time of trouble.

2
The Lord preserves them and keeps them alive,

so that they may be happy in the land; *

he does not hand them over to the will of their enemies.

3
The Lord sustains them on their sickbed *

and ministers to them in their illness.

4
I said, "Lord, be merciful to me; *

heal me, for I have sinned against you."

5
My enemies are saying wicked things about me: *

When will he die, and his name perish?"

6
Even if they come to see me, they speak empty words; *

their heart collects false rumors;

they go outside and spread them.

7
All my enemies whisper together about me *

and devise evil against me.

8
"A deadly thing," they say, "has fastened on him; *

he has taken to his bed and will never get up again."

9
Even my best friend, whom I trusted,

who broke bread with me, *

has lifted up his heel and turned against me.

10
But you, O Lord, be merciful to me and raise me up, *

and I shall repay them.

11
By this I know you are pleased with me, *

that my enemy does not triumph over me.

12
In my integrity you hold me fast, *

and shall set me before your face for ever.

13
Blessed be the Lord God of Israel, *

from age to age. Amen. Amen.

52 Quid gloriaris?
or

Coverdale

1
You tyrant, why do you boast of wickedness *

against the godly all day long?

2
You plot ruin;

your tongue is like a sharpened razor, *

O worker of deception.

3
You love evil more than good *

and lying more than speaking the truth.

4
You love all words that hurt, *

O you deceitful tongue.

5
Oh, that God would demolish you utterly, *

topple you, and snatch you from your dwelling,

and root you out of the land of the living!

6
The righteous shall see and tremble, *

and they shall laugh at him, saying,

7
"This is the one who did not take God for a refuge, *

but trusted in great wealth

and relied upon wickedness."

8
But I am like a green olive tree in the house of God; *

I trust in the mercy of God for ever and ever.

9
I will give you thanks for what you have done *

and declare the goodness of your Name in the presence

of the godly.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: * as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Lessons

The First Lesson

A reading from the Book of Exodus 32:1-20

1
When the people saw that Moses delayed to come down from the mountain, the people gathered around Aaron, and said to him, "Come, make gods for us, who shall go before us; as for this Moses, the man who brought us up out of the land of Egypt, we do not know what has become of him." 2
Aaron said to them, "Take off the gold rings that are on the ears of your wives, your sons, and your daughters, and bring them to me." 3
So all the people took off the gold rings from their ears, and brought them to Aaron. 4
He took the gold from them, formed it in a mold, and cast an image of a calf; and they said, "These are your gods, O Israel, who brought you up out of the land of Egypt!" 5
When Aaron saw this, he built an altar before it; and Aaron made proclamation and said, "Tomorrow shall be a festival to the Lord." 6
They rose early the next day, and offered burnt offerings and brought sacrifices of well-being; and the people sat down to eat and drink, and rose up to revel.

7
The Lord said to Moses, "Go down at once! Your people, whom you brought up out of the land of Egypt, have acted perversely; 8
they have been quick to turn aside from the way that I commanded them; they have cast for themselves an image of a calf, and have worshiped it and sacrificed to it, and said, 'These are your gods, O Israel, who brought you up out of the land of Egypt!'" 9
The Lord said to Moses, "I have seen this people, how stiff-necked they are. 10
Now let me alone, so that my wrath may burn hot against them and I may consume them; and of you I will make a great nation." 11
But Moses implored the Lord his God, and said, "O Lord, why does your wrath burn hot against your people, whom you brought out of the land of Egypt with great power and with a mighty hand? 12
Why should the Egyptians say, 'It was with evil intent that he brought them out to kill them in the mountains, and to consume them from the face of the earth'? Turn from your fierce wrath; change your mind and do not bring disaster on your people. 13
Remember Abraham, Isaac, and Israel, your servants, how you swore to them by your own self, saying to them, 'I will multiply your descendants like the stars of heaven, and all this land that I have promised I will give to your descendants, and they shall inherit it forever.'" 14
And the Lord changed his mind about the disaster that he planned to bring on his people.

15
Then Moses turned and went down from the mountain, carrying the two tablets of the covenant in his hands, tablets that were written on both sides, written on the front and on the back. 16
The tablets were the work of God, and the writing was the writing of God, engraved upon the tablets. 17
When Joshua heard the noise of the people as they shouted, he said to Moses, "There is a noise of war in the camp." 18
But he said, "It is not the sound made by victors, or the sound made by losers; it is the sound of revelers that I hear." 19
As soon as he came near the camp and saw the calf and the dancing, Moses' anger burned hot, and he threw the tablets from his hands and broke them at the foot of the mountain. 20
He took the calf that they had made, burned it with fire, ground it to powder, scattered it on the water, and made the Israelites drink it.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

9 The First Song of Isaiah
Ecce, Deus

Isaiah 12:2-6

Surely, it is God who saves me; *

I will trust in him and not be afraid.

For the Lord is my stronghold and my sure defense, *

and he will be my Savior.

Therefore you shall draw water with rejoicing *

from the springs of salvation.

And on that day you shall say, *

Give thanks to the Lord and call upon his Name;

Make his deeds known among the peoples; *

see that they remember that his Name is exalted.

Sing the praises of the Lord, for he has done great things, *

and this is known in all the world.

Cry aloud, inhabitants of Zion, ring out your joy, *

for the great one in the midst of you is the Holy One of Israel.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Second Lesson

A reading from the Book of Colossians 3:18-4:6(7-18)

18
Wives, be subject to your husbands, as is fitting in the Lord. 19
Husbands, love your wives and never treat them harshly. 20
Children, obey your parents in everything, for this is your acceptable duty in the Lord. 21
Fathers, do not provoke your children, or they may lose heart. 22
Slaves, obey your earthly masters in everything, not only while being watched and in order to please them, but wholeheartedly, fearing the Lord. 23
Whatever your task, put yourselves into it, as done for the Lord and not for your masters, 24
since you know that from the Lord you will receive the inheritance as your reward; you serve the Lord Christ. 25
For the wrongdoer will be paid back for whatever wrong has been done, and there is no partiality.

1
Masters, treat your slaves justly and fairly, for you know that you also have a Master in heaven.

2
Devote yourselves to prayer, keeping alert in it with thanksgiving. 3
At the same time pray for us as well that God will open to us a door for the word, that we may declare the mystery of Christ, for which I am in prison, 4
so that I may reveal it clearly, as I should.

5
Conduct yourselves wisely toward outsiders, making the most of the time. 6
Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how you ought to answer everyone.

7
Tychicus will tell you all the news about me; he is a beloved brother, a faithful minister, and a fellow servant in the Lord. 8
I have sent him to you for this very purpose, so that you may know how we are and that he may encourage your hearts; 9
he is coming with Onesimus, the faithful and beloved brother, who is one of you. They will tell you about everything here. 10
Aristarchus my fellow prisoner greets you, as does Mark the cousin of Barnabas, concerning whom you have received instructions—if he comes to you, welcome him. 11
And Jesus who is called Justus greets you. These are the only ones of the circumcision among my co-workers for the kingdom of God, and they have been a comfort to me. 12
Epaphras, who is one of you, a servant of Christ Jesus, greets you. He is always wrestling in his prayers on your behalf, so that you may stand mature and fully assured in everything that God wills. 13
For I testify for him that he has worked hard for you and for those in Laodicea and in Hierapolis. 14
Luke, the beloved physician, and Demas greet you. 15
Give my greetings to the brothers and sisters in Laodicea, and to Nympha and the church in her house. 16
And when this letter has been read among you, have it read also in the church of the Laodiceans; and see that you read also the letter from Laodicea. 17
And say to Archippus, "See that you complete the task that you have received in the Lord." 18
I, Paul, write this greeting with my own hand. Remember my chains. Grace be with you.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

19 The Song of the Redeemed
Magna et mirabilia

Revelation 15:3-4

O ruler of the universe, Lord God,

great deeds are they that you have done, *

surpassing human understanding.

Your ways are ways of righteousness and truth, *

O King of all the ages.

Who can fail to do you homage, Lord,

and sing the praises of your Name? *

for you only are the holy One.

All nations will draw near and fall down before you, *

because your just and holy works have been revealed.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Gospel

A reading from the Gospel according to Matthew 5:1-10

1
When Jesus saw the crowds, he went up the mountain; and after he sat down, his disciples came to him. 2
Then he began to speak, and taught them, saying:

3
"Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 4
"Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. 5
"Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth. 6
"Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled. 7
"Blessed are the merciful, for they will receive mercy. 8
"Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God. 9
"Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God. 10
"Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayers

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Let us pray.

Contemporary Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

The Suffrages

Save your people, Lord, and bless your inheritance;

Govern and uphold them, now and always.

Day by day we bless you;

We praise your Name for ever.

Lord, keep us from all sin today;

Have mercy on us, Lord, have mercy.

Lord, show us your love and mercy;

For we put our trust in you.

In you, Lord, is our hope;

And we shall never hope in vain.

Collect of the Day: The Fourth Sunday of Easter

God, whose Son Jesus 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.

A Collect for Mission

O God, you have made of one blood all the peoples of the earth, and sent your blessed Son to preach peace to those who are far off and to those who are near: Grant that people everywhere may seek after you and find you; bring the nations into your fold; pour out your Spirit upon all flesh; and hasten the coming of your kingdom; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

World Cycle of Prayer

We pray for the people of Ghana
.

Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

We pray for our sisters and brothers members of the United Evangelical Lutheran Church
.

A Collect for Peace

O God, the author of peace and lover of concord, to know you is eternal life and to serve you is perfect freedom: Defend us, your humble servants, in all assaults of our enemies; that we, surely trusting in your defense, may not fear the power of any adversaries; through the might of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Intercessions

Let us pray now for our own needs and those of others.

Hymn: To my humble supplication

To my humble supplication

Lord, give ear and acceptation

Save thy servant, that hath none

Help nor hope but Thee alone. Amen.

Birthdays

Anniversaries

For Recovery from Sickness

For Travelers

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

For Those to be Baptized

For the Departed

Full list of prayers

For All Sorts and Conditions

O God, the creator and preserver of all, we humbly beseech you for all sorts and conditions of people; that you would be pleased to make your ways known unto them, your saving health unto all nations. More especially we pray for your holy Church universal; that it may be so guided and governed by your good Spirit, that all who profess and call themselves Christians may be led into the way of truth, and hold the faith in unity of spirit, in the bond of peace, and in righteousness of life. Finally, we commend to your fatherly goodness all those who are in any ways afflicted or distressed, in mind, body, or estate; that it may please you to comfort and relieve them according to their several necessities, giving them patience under their sufferings, and a happy issue out of all their afflictions. And this we beg for Jesus Christ's sake. Amen.

For the Poor and Neglected

Almighty and most merciful God, we remember before you all poor and neglected persons whom it would be easy for us to forget: the homeless and the destitute, the old and the sick, and all who have none to care for them. Help us to heal those who are broken in body or spirit, and to turn their sorrow into joy. Grant this, Father, for the love of your Son, who for our sake became poor, Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For Those Who Live Alone

Almighty God, whose Son had nowhere to lay his head: Grant that those who live alone may not be lonely in their solitude, but that, following in his steps, they may find fulfillment in loving you and their neighbors; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Hymn: This is my Father's world

This is my Father's world,

and to my listening ears

all nature sings and round me rings

the music of the spheres.

This is my Father's world:

I rest me in the thought

of rocks and trees, of skies and seas,

his hands the wonders wrought.

This is my Father's world:

I rest me in the thought

of rocks and trees, of skies and seas,

his hands the wonders wrought.

This is my Father's world,

O let me ne'er forget

that though the wrong seems oft so strong,

God is the ruler yet.

This is my Father's world:

the battle is not done.

Jesus who died shall be satisfied

and heav'n and Earth be one.

This is my Father's world:

the battle is not done.

Jesus who died shall be satisfied

and heav'n and Earth be one.

Jesus who died shall be satisfied

and heav'n and Earth be one.

Choir: The Michael Curb Congregation

Words: Maltbie Davenport Babcock

Music: Franklin L. Sheppard Tune: Terra Beata

A Prayer of Self-Dedication

Almighty and eternal God,

so draw our hearts to you,

so guide our minds,

so fill our imaginations,

so control our wills,

that we may be wholly yours,

utterly dedicated unto you;

and then use us, we pray you, as you will,

and always to your glory and the welfare of your people;

through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

The Ending

The General Thanksgiving

Almighty God, Father of all mercies,

we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks

for all your goodness and loving-kindness

to us and to all whom you have made.

We bless you for our creation, preservation,

and all the blessings of this life;

but above all for your immeasurable love

in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;

for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.

And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies,

that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise,

not only with our lips, but in our lives,

by giving up our selves to your service,

and by walking before you

in holiness and righteousness all our days;

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with us all evermore. Amen. 2 Corinthians 13:14

Hymn: God Be With You

God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus' feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

An Order of Service for Noonday

The Opening

Officiant

O God, make speed to save us.

People

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Officiant and People

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

A suitable hymn may be sung.

The Psalm

Psalm 121 Levavi oculos

1
I lift up my eyes to the hills; *

from where is my help to come?

2
My help comes from the LORD, *

the maker of heaven and earth.

3
He will not let your foot be moved *

and he who watches over you will not fall asleep.

4
Behold, he who keeps watch over Israel *

shall neither slumber nor sleep;

5
The Lord himself watches over you; *

the Lord is your shade at your right hand,

6
So that the sun shall not strike you by day, *

nor the moon by night.

7
The Lord shall preserve you from all evil; *

it is he who shall keep you safe.

8
The Lord shall watch over your going out and

your coming in, *

from this time forth for evermore.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

Officiant

If anyone is in Christ he is a new creation; the old has passed away, behold the new has come. All this is from God, who through Christ reconciled us to himself and gave us the ministry of reconciliation. 2 Corinthians 5:17-18

People

Thanks be to God.

The Prayers

Officiant

Lord, have mercy.

People

Christ, have mercy.

Officiant

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant and People recite the Lord's Prayer.

Contemporary Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

Officiant

Lord, hear our prayer;

People

And let our cry come to you.

Officiant

Let us pray.

The Collect

Officiant

Blessed Savior, at this hour you hung upon the cross, stretching out your loving arms: Grant that all the peoples of the earth may look to you and be saved; for your tender mercies sake.

Officiant and People

Amen.

Intercessions

Free intercessions may be offered.

Officiant

In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to your, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For our Presiding Bishop, for our own Bishop(s), for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who live and work in this community, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For yours is the majesty, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, now and for ever.

Officiant and People

Amen.

The Conclusion

Officiant

Let us bless the Lord.

People

Thanks be to God.

22 April

Noonday Prayer

The Psalm

Psalm 67 Deus misereatur

1
May God be merciful to us and bless us, *

show us the light of his countenance and come to us.

2
Let your ways be known upon earth, *

your saving health among all nations.

3
Let the peoples praise you, O God; *

let all the peoples praise you.

4
Let the nations be glad and sing for joy, *

for you judge the peoples with equity

and guide all the nations upon earth.

5
Let the peoples praise you, O God; *

let all the peoples praise you.

6
The earth has brought forth her increase; *

may God, our own God, give us his blessing.

7
May God give us his blessing, *

and may all the ends of the earth stand in awe of him.

Glory to the Father,

and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

If anyone is in Christ he is a new creation; the old has passed away, behold the new has come. All this is from God, who through Christ reconciled us to himself and gave us the ministry of reconciliation. 2 Corinthians 5:17-18

Thanks be to God.

Kyrie

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

The Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Heavenly Father, send your Holy Spirit into our hearts, to direct and rule us according to your will, to comfort us in all our afflictions, to defend us from all error, and to lead us into all truth; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Intercessions

In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to your, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For our Presiding Bishop, for our own Bishop(s), for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who live and work in this community, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For yours is the majesty, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, now and for ever.

Amen.

Conclusion

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

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Monday

Evening Prayer

The Evening of the Commemoration of St. Philip and St. James

The Opening

Opening Sentence

If I say, "Surely the darkness will cover me, and the light around me turn to night," darkness is not dark to you, O Lord; the night is as bright as the day; darkness and light to you are both alike. Psalm 139:10, 11

Hymn: God of Love, God of Joy

God of Love, God of Joy

Father of light, I come before you

May the peace that transcends all understanding

Guard my heart and my mind

Protect my heart protect my mind

In Jesus Christ, our Lord.

Whatever is true, whatever is right,

Whatever is pure, and worthy of praise.

May such beauty fill my mind.

Love the Lord with all of your heart,

With all of your soul, with all of your mind.

May the God peace go with you.

May the God peace go with you.

God of love, God of joy

Father of light, I come before You.

May the peace that transcends all understanding

Guard my heart and my mind.

Protect my heart, protect my mind

In Jesus Christ, our Lord.

Singers: Calvary Chorale

Words: Larry Nickel

Confession

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned against you

in thought, word, and deed,

by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone.

We have not loved you with our whole heart;

we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,

have mercy on us and forgive us;

that we may delight in your will,

and walk in your ways,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen.

Versicle and Response

O God, make speed to save us.

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

O Gracious Light Phos hilaron

O gracious Light,

pure brightness of the everliving Father in heaven,

O Jesus Christ, holy and blessed!

Now as we come to the setting of the sun,

and our eyes behold the vesper light,

we sing your praises, O God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

You are worthy at all times to be praised by happy voices,

O Son of God, O Giver of life,

and to be glorified through all the worlds.

The Psalm Appointed

139:1-17 Domine, probasti
or

Coverdale

1
Lord, you have searched me out and known me; *

you know my sitting down and my rising up;

you discern my thoughts from afar.

2
You trace my journeys and my resting-places *

and are acquainted with all my ways.

3
Indeed, there is not a word on my lips, *

but you, O Lord, know it altogether.

4
You press upon me behind and before *

and lay your hand upon me.

5
Such knowledge is too wonderful for me; *

it is so high that I cannot attain to it.

6
Where can I go then from your Spirit? *

where can I flee from your presence?

7
If I climb up to heaven, you are there; *

if I make the grave my bed, you are there also.

8
If I take the wings of the morning *

and dwell in the uttermost parts of the sea,

9
Even there your hand will lead me *

and your right hand hold me fast.

10
If I say, "Surely the darkness will cover me, *

and the light around me turn to night,"

11
Darkness is not dark to you;

the night is as bright as the day; *

darkness and light to you are both alike.

12
For you yourself created my inmost parts; *

you knit me together in my mother's womb.

13
I will thank you because I am marvelously made; *

your works are wonderful, and I know it well.

14
My body was not hidden from you, *

while I was being made in secret

and woven in the depths of the earth.

15
Your eyes beheld my limbs, yet unfinished in the womb;

all of them were written in your book; *

they were fashioned day by day,

when as yet there was none of them.

16
How deep I find your thoughts, O God! *

how great is the sum of them!

17
If I were to count them, they would be more in number

than the sand; *

to count them all, my life span would need to

be like yours.

Gloria Patri

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Ghost:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and ever shall be.

World without end. Amen. Amen.

The Lessons

The Old Testament Lesson

Proverbs 4:7-18

7
The beginning of wisdom is this: Get wisdom,

and whatever else you get, get insight.

8
Prize her highly, and she will exalt you;

she will honor you if you embrace her.

9
She will place on your head a fair garland;

she will bestow on you a beautiful crown.”

10
Hear, my child, and accept my words,

that the years of your life may be many.

11
I have taught you the way of wisdom;

I have led you in the paths of uprightness.

12
When you walk, your step will not be hampered;

and if you run, you will not stumble.

13
Keep hold of instruction; do not let go;

guard her, for she is your life.

14
Do not enter the path of the wicked,

and do not walk in the way of evildoers.

15
Avoid it; do not go on it;

turn away from it and pass on.

16
For they cannot sleep unless they have done wrong;

they are robbed of sleep unless they have made someone stumble.

17
For they eat the bread of wickedness

and drink the wine of violence.

18
But the path of the righteous is like the light of dawn,

which shines brighter and brighter until full day.

The Word of the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

The Song of Simeon

Luke 2:29-32

Nunc dimittis

Lord, you now have set your servant free*

to go in peace as you have promised;

For these eyes of mine have seen the Savior,*

whom you have prepared for all the world to see:

A Light to enlighten the nations,*

and the glory of your people Israel.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Gospel

A reading from the Gospel according to Matthew 5:1-10

1
When Jesus saw the crowds, he went up the mountain; and after he sat down, his disciples came to him. 2
Then he began to speak, and taught them, saying:

3
"Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 4
"Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. 5
"Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth. 6
"Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled. 7
"Blessed are the merciful, for they will receive mercy. 8
"Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God. 9
"Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God. 10
"Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The Song of Mary

Luke 1:46-55

Magnificat

My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord,

my spirit rejoices in God my Savior;*

for he has looked with favor on his lowly servant.

From this day all generations will call me blessed:*

the Almighty has done great things for me,

and holy is his Name.

He has mercy on those who fear him*

in every generation.

He has shown the strength of his arm,*

he has scattered the proud in their conceit.

He has cast down the mighty from their thrones,*

and has lifted up the lowly.

He has filled the hungry with good things,*

and the rich he has sent away empty.

He has come to the help of his servant Israel,*

for he has remembered his promise of mercy,

The promise he made to our fathers,*

to Abraham and his children for ever.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Creed

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayers

The Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

The Suffrages

Show us your mercy, O Lord;

And grant us your salvation.

Clothe your ministers with righteousness;

Let your people sing with joy.

Give peace, O Lord, in all the world;

For only in you can we live in safety.

Lord, keep this nation under your care;

And guide us in the way of justice and truth.

Let your way be known upon earth;

Your saving health among all nations.

Let not the needy, O Lord, be forgotten;

Nor the hope of the poor be taken away.

Create in us clean hearts, O God;

And sustain us with your Holy Spirit.

Collect of the Day: Philip and James

Almighty God, who gave to your apostles Philip and James grace and strength to bear witness to the truth: 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.

For Mission

Lord Jesus Christ, you stretched out your arms of love on the hard wood of the cross that everyone might come within the reach of your saving embrace: So clothe us in your Spirit that we, reaching forth our hands in love, may bring those who do not know you to the knowledge and love of you; for the honor of your Name. Amen.

World Cycle of Prayer

We pray for the people of Ecuador
.

Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

We pray for our sisters and brothers members of the Union of Baptist Churches in Cameroon
.

A Collect for Peace

Most holy God, the source of all good desires, all right judgments, and all just works: Give to us, your servants, that peace which the world cannot give, so that our minds may be fixed on the doing of your will, and that we, being delivered from the fear of all enemies, may live in peace and quietness; through the mercies of Christ Jesus our Savior. Amen.

Intercessions

Let us pray now for our own needs and those of others.

Hymn: To my humble supplication

To my humble supplication

Lord, give ear and acceptation

Save thy servant, that hath none

Help nor hope but Thee alone. Amen.

Birthdays

Anniversaries

For Recovery from Sickness

For Travelers

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

For Those to be Baptized

For the Departed

Full list of prayers

For the Right Use of God's Gifts

Almighty God, whose loving hand has given us all that we possess: Grant us grace that we may honor you with our substance, and, remembering the account which we must one day give, may be faithful stewards of your bounty, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For Knowledge of God's Creation

Almighty and everlasting God, you made the universe with all its marvelous order, its atoms, worlds, and galaxies, and the infinite complexity of living creatures: Grant that, as we probe the mysteries of your creation, we may come to know you more truly, and more surely fulfill our role in your eternal purpose; in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For the Care of Children

Almighty God, heavenly Father, you have blessed us with the joy and care of children: Give us calm strength and patient wisdom as we bring them up, that we may teach them to love whatever is just and true and good, following the example of our Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

Hymn: Now shall my inward joys arise

Now shall my inward joys arise,

And burst into a song;

Almighty love inspires my heart,

And pleasure tunes my tongue.

God on his thirsty Zion hill

Some mercy drops has thrown,

And solemn oaths have bound his love

To shower salvation down.

Why do we then indulge our fears,

Suspicions, and complaints?

Is he a God, and shall his grace

Grow weary of his saints?

Words: Issac Watts

Tune: Africa

A Prayer Attributed to St. Francis

Lord, make us instruments of your peace.

Where there is hatred, let us sow love;

where there is injury, pardon;

where there is discord, union;

where there is doubt, faith;

where there is despair, hope;

where there is darkness, light;

where there is sadness, joy.

Grant that we may not so much seek to be consoled as to console;

to be understood as to understand;

to be loved as to love.

For it is in giving that we receive;

it is in pardoning that we are pardoned;

and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life. Amen.

The Ending

The General Thanksgiving

Almighty God, Father of all mercies,

we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks

for all your goodness and loving-kindness

to us and to all whom you have made.

We bless you for our creation, preservation,

and all the blessings of this life;

but above all for your immeasurable love

in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;

for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.

And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies,

that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise,

not only with our lips, but in our lives,

by giving up our selves to your service,

and by walking before you

in holiness and righteousness all our days;

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with us all evermore. Amen. 2 Corinthians 13:14

Hymn: God Be With You

God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus' feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

22 April Compline

Opening Sentence

The Lord Almighty grant us a peaceful night and a perfect end.

Amen.

Our help is in the Name of the Lord;

The maker of heaven and earth.

Confession

Let us confess our sins to God.

Almighty God, our heavenly Father:

We have sinned against you,

through our own fault,

in thought, and word, and deed,

and in what we have left undone.

For the sake of your Son our Lord Jesus Christ,

forgive us all our offenses;

and grant that we may serve you

in newness of life,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

May the Almighty God grant us forgiveness of all our sins,and the grace and comfort of the Holy Spirit.

Amen.

Psalm 31 In te, Domine, speravi

1
In you, O LORD, have I taken refuge;

let me never be put to shame; *

deliver me in your righteousness.

2
Incline your ear to me; *

make haste to deliver me.

3
Be my strong rock, a castle to keep me safe,

for you are my crag and my stronghold; *

for the sake of your Name, lead me and guide me.

4
Take me out of the net that they have secretly set for me, *

for you are my tower of strength.

5
Into your hands I commend my spirit, *

for you have redeemed me,

O LORD, O God of truth.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

Lord, you are in the midst of us, and we are called by your Name: Do not forsake us, O Lord our God. Jeremiah 14:9,22

Thanks be to God.

Responses

Into your hands, O Lord, I commend my spirit;

For you have redeemed me, O Lord, O God of truth.

Keep us, O Lord, as the apple of your eye;

Hide us under the shadow of your wings.

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Be present, O merciful God, and protect us through the hours of this night, so that we who are wearied by the changes and chances of this life may rest in your eternal changelessness; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Prayer

We give thanks, O God, for revealing your Son Jesus Christ to us by the light of his resurrection: Grant that as we sing your glory at the close of this day, our joy may abound in the morning as we celebrate the Paschal mystery; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

The Song of Simeon

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Lord, you now have set your servant free *

to go in peace as you have promised;

For these eyes of mine have seen the Savior, *

whom you have prepared for all the world to see:

A Light to enlighten the nations, *

and the glory of your people Israel.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The almighty and merciful Lord, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, bless us and keep us.

Amen.

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Tuesday

Morning Prayer

The Opening

Opening Sentence

I was glad when they said to me, "Let us go to the house of the Lord." Psalm 122:1

Hymn: Today I awake

Today I awake and God is before me.

At night, as I dreamt, God summoned the day;

For God never sleeps but patterns the morning

with slithers of gold or glory in grey.

Today I arise and Christ is beside me.

He walked through the dark to scatter new light,

Yes, Christ is alive, and beckons his people

to hope and to heal, resist and invite.

Today I affirm the Spirit within me

at worship and work, in struggle and rest.

The Spirit inspires all life which is changing

from fearing to faith, from broken to blest.

Today I enjoy the Trinity round me,

above and beneath, before and behind;

The Maker, the Son, the Spirit together

they called me to life and call me their friend.

Words and Music: John Bell

Confession of Sin

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned against you

in thought, word, and deed,

by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone.

We have not loved you with our whole heart;

we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,

have mercy on us and forgive us;

that we may delight in your will,

and walk in your ways,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen.

The Invitatory and Psalter

Lord, open our lips.

And our mouth shall proclaim your praise.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

Antiphon

The Earth is the Lord's for he made it:

Come let us adore him.

Jubilate

Be joyful in the Lord, all you lands;

serve the Lord with gladness

and come before his presence with a song.

Know this: the Lord himself is God;

he himself has made us, and we are his;

we are his people and the sheep of his pasture.

Enter his gates with thanksgiving;

go into his courts with praise;

give thanks to him and call upon his Name.

For the Lord is good;

his mercy is everlasting;

and his faithfulness endures from age to age.

The Earth is the Lord's for he made it:

Come let us adore him.

The Psalm Appointed

45 Eructavit cor meum
or

Coverdale

1
My heart is stirring with a noble song;

let me recite what I have fashioned for the king; *

my tongue shall be the pen of a skilled writer.

2
You are the fairest of men; *

grace flows from your lips,

because God has blessed you for ever.

3
Strap your sword upon your thigh, O mighty warrior, *

in your pride and in your majesty.

4
Ride out and conquer in the cause of truth *

and for the sake of justice.

5
Your right hand will show you marvelous things; *

your arrows are very sharp, O mighty warrior.

6
The peoples are falling at your feet, *

and the king's enemies are losing heart.

7
Your throne, O God, endures for ever and ever, *

a scepter of righteousness is the scepter of your kingdom;

you love righteousness and hate iniquity.

8
Therefore God, your God, has anointed you *

with the oil of gladness above your fellows.

9
All your garments are fragrant with myrrh, aloes, and cassia, *

and the music of strings from ivory palaces makes you glad.

10
Kings' daughters stand among the ladies of the court; *

on your right hand is the queen,

adorned with the gold of Ophir.

11
"Hear, O daughter; consider and listen closely; *

forget your people and your father's house.

12
The king will have pleasure in your beauty; *

he is your master; therefore do him honor.

13
The people of Tyre are here with a gift; *

the rich among the people seek your favor."

14
All glorious is the princess as she enters; *

her gown is cloth-of-gold.

15
In embroidered apparel she is brought to the king; *

after her the bridesmaids follow in procession.

16
With joy and gladness they are brought, *

and enter into the palace of the king.

17
"In place of fathers, O king, you shall have sons; *

you shall make them princes over all the earth.

18
I will make your name to be remembered

from one generation to another; *

therefore nations will praise you for ever and ever."

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be;

world without end. Amen. Amen.

The Lessons

The First Lesson

A reading from the Book of Exodus 32:21-34

21
Moses said to Aaron, "What did this people do to you that you have brought so great a sin upon them?" 22
And Aaron said, "Do not let the anger of my lord burn hot; you know the people, that they are bent on evil. 23
They said to me, 'Make us gods, who shall go before us; as for this Moses, the man who brought us up out of the land of Egypt, we do not know what has become of him.' 24
So I said to them, 'Whoever has gold, take it off'; so they gave it to me, and I threw it into the fire, and out came this calf!" 25
When Moses saw that the people were running wild (for Aaron had let them run wild, to the derision of their enemies), 26
then Moses stood in the gate of the camp, and said, "Who is on the Lord's side? Come to me!" And all the sons of Levi gathered around him. 27
He said to them, "Thus says the Lord, the God of Israel, 'Put your sword on your side, each of you! Go back and forth from gate to gate throughout the camp, and each of you kill your brother, your friend, and your neighbor.'" 28
The sons of Levi did as Moses commanded, and about three thousand of the people fell on that day. 29
Moses said, "Today you have ordained yourselves for the service of the Lord, each one at the cost of a son or a brother, and so have brought a blessing on yourselves this day."

30
On the next day Moses said to the people, "You have sinned a great sin. But now I will go up to the Lord; perhaps I can make atonement for your sin." 31
So Moses returned to the Lord and said, "Alas, this people has sinned a great sin; they have made for themselves gods of gold. 32
But now, if you will only forgive their sin—but if not, blot me out of the book that you have written." 33
But the Lord said to Moses, "Whoever has sinned against me I will blot out of my book. 34
But now go, lead the people to the place about which I have spoken to you; see, my angel shall go in front of you. Nevertheless, when the day comes for punishment, I will punish them for their sin."

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

13 A Song of Praise
Benedictus es, Domine

Song of the Three Young Men, 29-34

Glory to you, Lord God of our fathers; *

you are worthy of praise; glory to you.

Glory to you for the radiance of your holy Name; *

we will praise you and highly exalt you for ever.

Glory to you in the splendor of your temple; *

on the throne of your majesty, glory to you.

Glory to you, seated between the Cherubim; *

we will praise you and highly exalt you for ever.

Glory to you, beholding the depths; *

in the high vault of heaven, glory to you.

Glory to you, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; *

we will praise you and highly exalt you for ever.

The Second Lesson

A reading from the First Letter to the Thessalonians 1:1-10

1
Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy, To the church of the Thessalonians in God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ: Grace to you and peace.

2
We always give thanks to God for all of you and mention you in our prayers, constantly 3
remembering before our God and Father your work of faith and labor of love and steadfastness of hope in our Lord Jesus Christ. 4
For we know, brothers and sisters beloved by God, that he has chosen you, 5
because our message of the gospel came to you not in word only, but also in power and in the Holy Spirit and with full conviction; just as you know what kind of persons we proved to be among you for your sake.

6
And you became imitators of us and of the Lord, for in spite of persecution you received the word with joy inspired by the Holy Spirit, 7
so that you became an example to all the believers in Macedonia and in Achaia. 8
For the word of the Lord has sounded forth from you not only in Macedonia and Achaia, but in every place your faith in God has become known, so that we have no need to speak about it. 9
For the people of those regions report about us what kind of welcome we had among you, and how you turned to God from idols, to serve a living and true God, 10
and to wait for his Son from heaven, whom he raised from the dead—Jesus, who rescues us from the wrath that is coming.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

18 A Song to the Lamb
Dignus es

Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13

Splendor and honor and kingly power *

are yours by right, O Lord our God,

For you created everything that is, *

and by your will they were created and have their being;

And yours by right, O Lamb that was slain, *

for with your blood you have redeemed for God,

From every family, language, people, and nation, *

a kingdom of priests to serve our God.

And so, to him who sits upon the throne, *

and to Christ the Lamb,

Be worship and praise, dominion and splendor, *

for ever and for evermore.

The Gospel

A reading from the Gospel according to Matthew 5:11-16

11
"Blessed are you when people revile you and persecute you and utter all kinds of evil against you falsely on my account. 12
Rejoice and be glad, for your reward is great in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets who were before you.

13
"You are the salt of the earth; but if salt has lost its taste, how can its saltiness be restored? It is no longer good for anything, but is thrown out and trampled under foot. 14
"You are the light of the world. A city built on a hill cannot be hid. 15
No one after lighting a lamp puts it under the bushel basket, but on the lampstand, and it gives light to all in the house. 16
In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father in heaven.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayers

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Let us pray.

Contemporary Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

The Suffrages

Show us your mercy, O Lord;

And grant us your salvation.

Clothe your ministers with righteousness;

Let your people sing with joy.

Give peace, O Lord, in all the world;

For only in you can we live in safety.

Lord, keep this nation under your care;

And guide us in the way of justice and truth.

Let your way be known upon earth;

Your saving health among all nations.

Let not the needy, O Lord, be forgotten;

Nor the hope of the poor be taken away.

Create in us clean hearts, O God;

And sustain us with your Holy Spirit.

Collect of the Day: The Fourth Sunday of Easter

God, whose Son Jesus 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.

A Collect for Mission

O God and Father of all, whom the whole heavens adore: Let the whole earth also worship you, all nations obey you, all tongues confess and bless you, and men and women everywhere love you and serve you in peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

World Cycle of Prayer

We pray for the people of Greece
.

Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

We pray for our sisters and brothers members of the United Evangelical Lutheran Churches in India
.

A Collect for Guidance

Heavenly Father, in you we live and move and have our being: We humbly pray you so to guide and govern us by your Holy Spirit, that in all the cares and occupations of our life we may not forget you, but may remember that we are ever walking in your sight; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Intercessions

Let us pray now for our own needs and those of others.

Hymn: To my humble supplication

To my humble supplication

Lord, give ear and acceptation

Save thy servant, that hath none

Help nor hope but Thee alone. Amen.

Birthdays

Anniversaries

For Recovery from Sickness

For Travelers

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

For Those to be Baptized

For the Departed

Full list of prayers

For the Human Family

O God, you made us in your own image and redeemed us through Jesus your Son: Look with compassion on the whole human family; take away the arrogance and hatred which infect our hearts; break down the walls that separate us; unite us in bonds of love; and work through our struggle and confusion to accomplish your purposes on earth; that, in your good time, all nations and races may serve you in harmony around your heavenly throne; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For Prisons and Correctional Institutions

Lord Jesus, for our sake you were condemned as a criminal: Visit our jails and prisons with your pity and judgment. Remember all prisoners, and bring the guilty to repentance and amendment of life according to your will, and give them hope for their future. When any are held unjustly, bring them release; forgive us, and teach us to improve our justice. Remember those who work in these institutions; keep them humane and compassionate; and save them from becoming brutal or callous. And since what we do for those in prison, O Lord, we do for you, constrain us to improve their lot. All this we ask for your mercy's sake. Amen.

For the Victims of Addiction

Blessed Lord, you ministered to all who came to you: Look with compassion upon all who through addiction have lost their health and freedom. Restore to them the assurance of your unfailing mercy; remove from them the fears that beset them; strengthen them in the work of their recovery; and to those who care for them, give patient understanding and persevering love. Amen.

Hymn: Though I may speak

Though I may speak with bravest fire,

And have the gift to all inspire,

And have not love, my words are vain,

As sounding brass, and hopeless gain.

Though I may give all I possess,

And striving so my love profess,

But not be given by love within,

The profit soon turns strangely thin.

Come, Spirit, come, our hearts control,

Our spirits long to be made whole.

Let inward love guide every deed;

By this we worship, and are freed.

Singers: The Kindred Hearts Quartet

Tune: O Waly, Waly

A Prayer Attributed to St. Francis

Lord, make us instruments of your peace.

Where there is hatred, let us sow love;

where there is injury, pardon;

where there is discord, union;

where there is doubt, faith;

where there is despair, hope;

where there is darkness, light;

where there is sadness, joy.

Grant that we may not so much seek to be consoled as to console;

to be understood as to understand;

to be loved as to love.

For it is in giving that we receive;

it is in pardoning that we are pardoned;

and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life. Amen.

The Ending

The General Thanksgiving

Almighty God, Father of all mercies,

we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks

for all your goodness and loving-kindness

to us and to all whom you have made.

We bless you for our creation, preservation,

and all the blessings of this life;

but above all for your immeasurable love

in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;

for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.

And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies,

that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise,

not only with our lips, but in our lives,

by giving up our selves to your service,

and by walking before you

in holiness and righteousness all our days;

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Glory to God whose power, working in us, can do infinitely more than we can ask or imagine: Glory to him from generation to generation in the Church, and in Christ Jesus for ever and ever. Amen. Ephesians 3:20, 21

Hymn: God Be With You

God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus' feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

An Order of Service for Noonday

The Opening

Officiant

O God, make speed to save us.

People

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Officiant and People

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

A suitable hymn may be sung.

The Psalm

Psalm 126 In convertendo

1
When the Lord restored the fortunes of Zion, *

then were we like those who dream.

2
Then was our mouth filled with laughter, * a

nd our tongue with shouts of joy.

3
Then they said among the nations, *

The Lord has done great things for them.

4
The Lord has done great things for us, * a

nd we are glad indeed.

5
Restore our fortunes, O Lord, *

like the watercourses of the Negev.

6
Those who sowed with tears *

will reap with songs of joy.

7
Those who go out weeping, carrying the seed, *

will come again with joy, shouldering their sheaves.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

Officiant

From the rising of the sun to its setting my Name shall be great among the nations, and in every place incense shall be offered to my Name, and a pure offering; for my Name shall be great among the nations, says the Lord of Hosts. Malachi 1:11

People

Thanks be to God.

The Prayers

Officiant

Lord, have mercy.

People

Christ, have mercy.

Officiant

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant and People recite the Lord's Prayer.

Contemporary Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

Officiant

Lord, hear our prayer;

People

And let our cry come to you.

Officiant

Let us pray.

The Collect

Officiant

Lord Jesus Christ, you said to your apostles, Peace I give to you; my own peace I leave with you: Regard not our sins, but the faith of your Church, and give to us the peace and unity of that heavenly City, where with the Father and the Holy Spirit you live and reign, now and for ever.

Officiant and People

Amen.

Intercessions

Free intercessions may be offered.

Officiant

In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to your, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For our Presiding Bishop, for our own Bishop(s), for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who live and work in this community, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For yours is the majesty, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, now and for ever.

Officiant and People

Amen.

The Conclusion

Officiant

Let us bless the Lord.

People

Thanks be to God.

23 April

Noonday Prayer

The Psalm

Psalm 120 Ad Domine

1
When I was in trouble, I called to the LORD; *

I called to the LORD, and he answered me.

2
Deliver me, O LORD, from lying lips *

and from the deceitful tongue.

3
What shall be done to you, and what more besides, *

O you deceitful tongue?

4
The sharpened arrows of a warrior, *

along with hot glowing coals.

5
How hateful it is that I must lodge in Meshech *

and dwell among the tents of Kedar!

6
Too long have I had to live *

among the enemies of peace.

7
I am on the side of peace, *

but when I speak of it, they are for war.

Glory to the Father,

and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

From the rising of the sun to its setting my Name shall be great among the nations, and in every place incense shall be offered to my Name, and a pure offering; for my Name shall be great among the nations, says the Lord of Hosts. Malachi 1:11

Thanks be to God.

Kyrie

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

The Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Blessed Savior, at this hour you hung upon the cross, stretching out your loving arms: Grant that all the peoples of the earth may look to you and be saved; for your tender mercies' sake. Amen.

Intercessions

In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to your, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For our Presiding Bishop, for our own Bishop(s), for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who live and work in this community, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For yours is the majesty, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, now and for ever.

Amen.

Conclusion

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

Jump to Compline

Tuesday

Evening Prayer

The Opening

Opening Sentence

Worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole Earth tremble before him. Psalm 96:9

Hymn: Lead, kindly Light

Lead, kindly Light, amid th'encircling gloom,

lead thou me on!

The night is dark, and I am far from home;

lead thou me on!

Keep thou my feet; I do not ask to see

the distant scene; one step enough for me.

I was not ever thus, nor prayed that thou

shouldst lead me on;

I loved to choose and see my path;

lead thou me on!

I loved the garish day, and, spite of fears,

pride ruled my will: remember not past years!

So long thy power hath blessed me, sure it still

will lead me on.

O'er moor and fen, o'er crag and torrent, till

the night is gone,

And with the morn those angel faces smile,

which I have loved long since, and lost awhile!

Singers: Wells Cathedral Choir

Words: John Henry Newman

Music: William H Harris

Tune: Alberta

Confession

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned against you

in thought, word, and deed,

by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone.

We have not loved you with our whole heart;

we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,

have mercy on us and forgive us;

that we may delight in your will,

and walk in your ways,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen.

Versicle and Response

O God, make speed to save us.

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

O Gracious Light Phos hilaron

O gracious Light,

pure brightness of the everliving Father in heaven,

O Jesus Christ, holy and blessed!

Now as we come to the setting of the sun,

and our eyes behold the vesper light,

we sing your praises, O God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

You are worthy at all times to be praised by happy voices,

O Son of God, O Giver of life,

and to be glorified through all the worlds.

The Psalms Appointed

47 Omnes gentes, plaudite
or

Coverdale

1
Clap your hands, all you peoples; *

shout to God with a cry of joy.

2
For the Lord Most High is to be feared; *

he is the great King over all the earth.

3
He subdues the peoples under us, *

and the nations under our feet.

4
He chooses our inheritance for us, *

the pride of Jacob whom he loves.

5
God has gone up with a shout, *

the Lord with the sound of the ram's-horn.

6
Sing praises to God, sing praises; *

sing praises to our King, sing praises.

7
For God is King of all the earth; *

sing praises with all your skill.

8
God reigns over the nations; *

God sits upon his holy throne.

9
The nobles of the peoples have gathered together *

with the people of the God of Abraham.

10
The rulers of the earth belong to God, *

and he is highly exalted.

48 Magnus Dominus
or

Coverdale

1
Great is the Lord, and highly to be praised; *

in the city of our God is his holy hill.

2
Beautiful and lofty, the joy of all the earth, is the

hill of Zion, *

the very center of the world and the city of the great King.

3
God is in her citadels; *

he is known to be her sure refuge.

4
Behold, the kings of the earth assembled *

and marched forward together.

5
They looked and were astounded; *

they retreated and fled in terror.

6
Trembling seized them there; *

they writhed like a woman in childbirth,

like ships of the sea when the east wind shatters them.

7
As we have heard, so have we seen,

in the city of the Lord of hosts, in the city of our God; *

God has established her for ever.

8
We have waited in silence on your loving-kindness, O God, *

in the midst of your temple.

9
Your praise, like your Name, O God, reaches to

the world's end; *

your right hand is full of justice.

10
Let Mount Zion be glad

and the cities of Judah rejoice, *

because of your judgments.

11
Make the circuit of Zion;

walk round about her; *

count the number of her towers.

12
Consider well her bulwarks;

examine her strongholds; *

that you may tell those who come after.

13
This God is our God for ever and ever; *

he shall be our guide for evermore.

Gloria Patri

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Ghost:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and ever shall be.

World without end. Amen. Amen.

The Lesson

The Gospel

A reading from the Gospel according to Matthew 5:11-16

11
"Blessed are you when people revile you and persecute you and utter all kinds of evil against you falsely on my account. 12
Rejoice and be glad, for your reward is great in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets who were before you.

13
"You are the salt of the earth; but if salt has lost its taste, how can its saltiness be restored? It is no longer good for anything, but is thrown out and trampled under foot. 14
"You are the light of the world. A city built on a hill cannot be hid. 15
No one after lighting a lamp puts it under the bushel basket, but on the lampstand, and it gives light to all in the house. 16
In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father in heaven.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The Song of Mary

Luke 1:46-55

Magnificat

My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord,

my spirit rejoices in God my Savior;*

for he has looked with favor on his lowly servant.

From this day all generations will call me blessed:*

the Almighty has done great things for me,

and holy is his Name.

He has mercy on those who fear him*

in every generation.

He has shown the strength of his arm,*

he has scattered the proud in their conceit.

He has cast down the mighty from their thrones,*

and has lifted up the lowly.

He has filled the hungry with good things,*

and the rich he has sent away empty.

He has come to the help of his servant Israel,*

for he has remembered his promise of mercy,

The promise he made to our fathers,*

to Abraham and his children for ever.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Creed

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayers

The Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

The Suffrages

That this evening may be holy, good, and peaceful,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That your holy angels may lead us in paths of peace and goodwill,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That we may be pardoned and forgiven for our sins and offenses,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That there may be peace to your Church and to the whole world,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That we may depart this life in your faith and fear, and not be condemned before the great judgment seat of Christ,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That we may be bound together by your Holy Spirit in the communion of all your saints, entrusting one another and all our life to Christ,

We entreat you, O Lord.

The Collect of the Day: The Fourth Sunday of Easter

God, whose Son Jesus 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.

For Mission

Keep watch, dear Lord, with those who work, or watch, or weep this night, and give your angels charge over those who sleep. Tend the sick, Lord Christ; give rest to the weary, bless the dying, soothe the suffering, pity the afflicted, shield the joyous; and all for your love's sake. Amen.

World Cycle of Prayer

We pray for the people of Egypt
.

Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

We pray for our sisters and brothers members of the Union of Protestant Churches in Alsace and Lorraine
.

A Collect for Guidance

O heavenly Father, in whom we live and move and have our being: We humbly pray you so to guide and govern us by your Holy Spirit, that in all the cares and occupations of our life we may not forget you, but may remember that we are ever walking in your sight; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Intercessions

Let us pray now for our own needs and those of others.

Hymn: To my humble supplication

To my humble supplication

Lord, give ear and acceptation

Save thy servant, that hath none

Help nor hope but Thee alone. Amen.

Birthdays

Anniversaries

For Recovery from Sickness

For Travelers

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

For Those to be Baptized

For the Departed

Full list of prayers

For Agriculture

Almighty God, we thank you for making the earth fruitful, so that it might produce what is needed for life: Bless those who work in the fields; give us seasonable weather; and grant that we may all share the fruits of the earth, rejoicing in your goodness; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For Those We Love

Almighty God, we entrust all who are dear to us to your never-failing care and love, for this life and the life to come, knowing that you are doing for them better things than we can desire or pray for; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For Quiet Confidence

O God of peace, who has taught us that in returning and rest we will be saved, in quietness and confidence will be our strength: By the might of your Spirit lift us, we pray, to your presence, where we may be still and know that you are God; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Hymn: Love divine, all loves excelling

Love divine, all loves excelling,

Joy of heaven to earth come down;

Fix in us thy humble dwelling;

All thy faithful mercies crown!

Jesus, Thou art all compassion,

Pure unbounded love Thou art;

Visit us with Thy salvation;

Enter every trembling heart.

Come, Almighty to deliver,

Let us all Thy life receive;

Suddenly return and never,

Never more Thy temples leave.

Thee we would be always blessing,

Serve Thee as Thy hosts above,

Pray and praise Thee without ceasing,

Glory in Thy perfect love.

Finish, then, Thy new creation;

Pure and spotless let us be.

Let us see Thy great salvation

Perfectly restored in Thee;

Changed from glory into glory,

Till in heaven we take our place,

Till we cast our crowns before Thee,

Lost in wonder, love, and praise.

Singers: Tiruvalla Male Voices and Choral Society

Words: Charles Wesley

Tune: Blaenwen

A Prayer of Self-Dedication

Almighty and eternal God,

so draw our hearts to you,

so guide our minds,

so fill our imaginations,

so control our wills,

that we may be wholly yours,

utterly dedicated unto you;

and then use us, we pray you, as you will,

and always to your glory and the welfare of your people;

through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

The Ending

The General Thanksgiving

Almighty God, Father of all mercies,

we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks

for all your goodness and loving-kindness

to us and to all whom you have made.

We bless you for our creation, preservation,

and all the blessings of this life;

but above all for your immeasurable love

in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;

for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.

And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies,

that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise,

not only with our lips, but in our lives,

by giving up our selves to your service,

and by walking before you

in holiness and righteousness all our days;

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with us all evermore. Amen. 2 Corinthians 13:14

Hymn: God Be With You

God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus' feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

23 April Compline

Opening Sentence

The Lord Almighty grant us a peaceful night and a perfect end.

Amen.

Our help is in the Name of the Lord;

The maker of heaven and earth.

Confession

Let us confess our sins to God.

Almighty God, our heavenly Father:

We have sinned against you,

through our own fault,

in thought, and word, and deed,

and in what we have left undone.

For the sake of your Son our Lord Jesus Christ,

forgive us all our offenses;

and grant that we may serve you

in newness of life,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

May the Almighty God grant us forgiveness of all our sins,and the grace and comfort of the Holy Spirit.

Amen.

Psalm 91 Qui habitat

1
He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High, *

abides under the shadow of the Almighty.

2
He shall say to the LORD, "You are my refuge and my stronghold, *

my God in whom I put my trust."

3
He shall deliver you from the snare of the hunter *

and from the deadly pestilence.

4
He shall cover you with his pinions, and you shall find refuge under his wings; *

his faithfulness shall be a shield and buckler.

5
You shall not be afraid of any terror by night, *

nor of the arrow that flies by day;

6
Of the plague that stalks in the darkness, *

nor of the sickness that lays waste at mid-day.

7
A thousand shall fall at your side

and ten thousand at your right hand, *

but it shall not come near you.

8
Your eyes have only to behold *

to see the reward of the wicked.

9
Because you have made the LORD your refuge, *

and the Most High your habitation,

10
There shall no evil happen to you, *

neither shall any plague come near your dwelling.

11
For he shall give his angels charge over you, *

to keep you in all your ways.

12
They shall bear you in their hands, *

lest you dash your foot against a stone.

13
You shall tread upon the lion and the adder; *

you shall trample the young lion and the serpent under your feet.

14
Because he is bound to me in love,

therefore will I deliver him; *

I will protect him, because he knows my Name.

15
He shall call upon me, and I will answer him; *

I am with him in trouble;

I will rescue him and bring him to honor.

16
With long life will I satisfy him, *

and show him my salvation.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

May the God of peace, who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus, and great shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the eternal covenant, equip you with everything good that you may do his will, working in you that which is pleasing in his sight; through Jesus Christ, to whom be glory for ever and ever. Hebrews 13:20-21

Thanks be to God.

Responses

Into your hands, O Lord, I commend my spirit;

For you have redeemed me, O Lord, O God of truth.

Keep us, O Lord, as the apple of your eye;

Hide us under the shadow of your wings.

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Look down, O Lord, from your heavenly throne, and illumine this night with your celestial brightness; that by night as by day your people may glorify your holy Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Prayer

Keep watch, dear Lord, with those who work, or watch, or weep this night, and give your angels charge over those who sleep. Tend the sick, Lord Christ; give rest to the weary, bless the dying, soothe the suffering, pity the afflicted, shield the joyous; and all for your love's sake. Amen.

The Song of Simeon

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Lord, you now have set your servant free *

to go in peace as you have promised;

For these eyes of mine have seen the Savior, *

whom you have prepared for all the world to see:

A Light to enlighten the nations, *

and the glory of your people Israel.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The almighty and merciful Lord, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, bless us and keep us.

Amen.

Jump to Noonday

Wednesday

Morning Prayer

The Opening

Opening Sentence

I was glad when they said to me, "Let us go to the house of the Lord." Psalm 122:1

Hymn: I want to walk as a child of the light

I want to walk as a child of the light;

I want to follow Jesus.

God set the stars to give light to the world;

The star of my life is Jesus.

In him there is no darkness at all;

The night and the day are both alike.

The Lamb is the light of the city of God;

Shine in my heart, Lord Jesus.

I want to see the brightness of God;

I want to look at Jesus.

Clear Sun of righteousness, shine on my path,

And show me the way to the Father.

In him there is no darkness at all;

The night and the day are both alike.

The Lamb is the light of the city of God;

Shine in my heart, Lord Jesus.

I'm looking for the coming of Christ;

I want to be with Jesus.

When we have run with patience the race,

We shall know the joy of Jesus.

In him there is no darkness at all;

The night and the day are both alike.

The Lamb is the light of the city of God;

Shine in my heart, Lord Jesus.

Words: Kathleen Thomerson

Tune: Houston

Confession of Sin

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned against you

in thought, word, and deed,

by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone.

We have not loved you with our whole heart;

we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,

have mercy on us and forgive us;

that we may delight in your will,

and walk in your ways,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen.

Invitatory and Psalter

Lord, open our lips.

And our mouth shall proclaim your praise.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

Antiphon

The Earth is the Lord's for he made it:

Come let us adore him.

Jubilate

Be joyful in the Lord, all you lands;

serve the Lord with gladness

and come before his presence with a song.

Know this: the Lord himself is God;

he himself has made us, and we are his;

we are his people and the sheep of his pasture.

Enter his gates with thanksgiving;

go into his courts with praise;

give thanks to him and call upon his Name.

For the Lord is good;

his mercy is everlasting;

and his faithfulness endures from age to age.

The Earth is the Lord's for he made it:

Come let us adore him.

The Psalm Appointed

119:49-72 or

Coverdale

Zayin
Memor esto verbi tui

49
Remember your word to your servant, *

because you have given me hope.

50
This is my comfort in my trouble, *

that your promise gives me life.

51
The proud have derided me cruelly, *

but I have not turned from your law.

52
When I remember your judgments of old, *

O Lord, I take great comfort.

53
I am filled with a burning rage, *

because of the wicked who forsake your law.

54
Your statutes have been like songs to me *

wherever I have lived as a stranger.

55
I remember your Name in the night, O Lord, *

and dwell upon your law.

56
This is how it has been with me, *

because I have kept your commandments.

Heth
Portio mea, Domine

57
You only are my portion, O Lord; *

I have promised to keep your words.

58
I entreat you with all my heart, *

be merciful to me according to your promise.

59
I have considered my ways *

and turned my feet toward your decrees.

60
I hasten and do not tarry *

to keep your commandments.

61
Though the cords of the wicked entangle me, *

I do not forget your law.

62
At midnight I will rise to give you thanks, *

because of your righteous judgments.

63
I am a companion of all who fear you *

and of those who keep your commandments.

64
The earth, O Lord, is full of your love; *

instruct me in your statutes.

Teth
Bonitatem fecisti

65
O Lord, you have dealt graciously with your servant, *

according to your word.

66
Teach me discernment and knowledge, *

for I have believed in your commandments.

67
Before I was afflicted I went astray, *

but now I keep your word.

68
You are good and you bring forth good; *

instruct me in your statutes.

69
The proud have smeared me with lies, *

but I will keep your commandments with my whole heart.

70
Their heart is gross and fat, *

but my delight is in your law.

71
It is good for me that I have been afflicted, *

that I might learn your statutes.

72
The law of your mouth is dearer to me *

than thousands in gold and silver.

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be;

world without end. Amen. Amen.

The Lessons

The First Lesson

A reading from the Book of Exodus 32:21-34

21
Moses said to Aaron, "What did this people do to you that you have brought so great a sin upon them?" 22
And Aaron said, "Do not let the anger of my lord burn hot; you know the people, that they are bent on evil. 23
They said to me, 'Make us gods, who shall go before us; as for this Moses, the man who brought us up out of the land of Egypt, we do not know what has become of him.' 24
So I said to them, 'Whoever has gold, take it off'; so they gave it to me, and I threw it into the fire, and out came this calf!" 25
When Moses saw that the people were running wild (for Aaron had let them run wild, to the derision of their enemies), 26
then Moses stood in the gate of the camp, and said, "Who is on the Lord's side? Come to me!" And all the sons of Levi gathered around him. 27
He said to them, "Thus says the Lord, the God of Israel, 'Put your sword on your side, each of you! Go back and forth from gate to gate throughout the camp, and each of you kill your brother, your friend, and your neighbor.'" 28
The sons of Levi did as Moses commanded, and about three thousand of the people fell on that day. 29
Moses said, "Today you have ordained yourselves for the service of the Lord, each one at the cost of a son or a brother, and so have brought a blessing on yourselves this day."

30
On the next day Moses said to the people, "You have sinned a great sin. But now I will go up to the Lord; perhaps I can make atonement for your sin." 31
So Moses returned to the Lord and said, "Alas, this people has sinned a great sin; they have made for themselves gods of gold. 32
But now, if you will only forgive their sin—but if not, blot me out of the book that you have written." 33
But the Lord said to Moses, "Whoever has sinned against me I will blot out of my book. 34
But now go, lead the people to the place about which I have spoken to you; see, my angel shall go in front of you. Nevertheless, when the day comes for punishment, I will punish them for their sin."

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

11 The Third Song of Isaiah
Surge, illuminare

Isaiah 60:1-3, 11a, 14c, 18-19

Arise, shine, for your light has come, *

and the glory of the Lord has dawned upon you.

For behold, darkness covers the land; *

deep gloom enshrouds the peoples.

But over you the Lord will rise, *

and his glory will appear upon you.

Nations will stream to your light, *

and kings to the brightness of your dawning.

Your gates will always be open; *

by day or night they will never be shut.

They will call you, The City of the Lord, *

The Zion of the Holy One of Israel.

Violence will no more be heard in your land, *

ruin or destruction within your borders.

You will call your walls, Salvation, *

and all your portals, Praise.

The sun will no more be your light by day; *

by night you will not need the brightness of the moon.

The Lord will be your everlasting light, *

and your God will be your glory.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Second Lesson

A reading from the First Letter to the Thessalonians 1:1-10

1
Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy, To the church of the Thessalonians in God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ: Grace to you and peace.

2
We always give thanks to God for all of you and mention you in our prayers, constantly 3
remembering before our God and Father your work of faith and labor of love and steadfastness of hope in our Lord Jesus Christ. 4
For we know, brothers and sisters beloved by God, that he has chosen you, 5
because our message of the gospel came to you not in word only, but also in power and in the Holy Spirit and with full conviction; just as you know what kind of persons we proved to be among you for your sake.

6
And you became imitators of us and of the Lord, for in spite of persecution you received the word with joy inspired by the Holy Spirit, 7
so that you became an example to all the believers in Macedonia and in Achaia. 8
For the word of the Lord has sounded forth from you not only in Macedonia and Achaia, but in every place your faith in God has become known, so that we have no need to speak about it. 9
For the people of those regions report about us what kind of welcome we had among you, and how you turned to God from idols, to serve a living and true God, 10
and to wait for his Son from heaven, whom he raised from the dead—Jesus, who rescues us from the wrath that is coming.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

16 The Song of Zechariah
Benedictus Dominus Deus

Luke 1:68-79

Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel; *

he has come to his people and set them free.

He has raised up for us a mighty savior, *

born of the house of his servant David.

Through his holy prophets he promised of old,

that he would save us from our enemies, *

from the hands of all who hate us.

He promised to show mercy to our fathers *

and to remember his holy covenant.

This was the oath he swore to our father Abraham, *

to set us free from the hands of our enemies,

Free to worship him without fear, *

holy and righteous in his sight

all the days of our life.

You, my child, shall be called the prophet of the Most High, *

for you will go before the Lord to prepare his way,

To give his people knowledge of salvation *

by the forgiveness of their sins.

In the tender compassion of our God *

the dawn from on high shall break upon us,

To shine on those who dwell in darkness and the

shadow of death, *

and to guide our feet into the way of peace.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Gospel

A reading from the Gospel according to Matthew 5:11-16

11
"Blessed are you when people revile you and persecute you and utter all kinds of evil against you falsely on my account. 12
Rejoice and be glad, for your reward is great in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets who were before you.

13
"You are the salt of the earth; but if salt has lost its taste, how can its saltiness be restored? It is no longer good for anything, but is thrown out and trampled under foot. 14
"You are the light of the world. A city built on a hill cannot be hid. 15
No one after lighting a lamp puts it under the bushel basket, but on the lampstand, and it gives light to all in the house. 16
In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father in heaven.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayers

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Let us pray.

Contemporary Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

The Suffrages

Save your people, Lord, and bless your inheritance;

Govern and uphold them, now and always.

Day by day we bless you;

We praise your Name for ever.

Lord, keep us from all sin today;

Have mercy on us, Lord, have mercy.

Lord, show us your love and mercy;

For we put our trust in you.

In you, Lord, is our hope;

And we shall never hope in vain.

Collect of the Day: The Fourth Sunday of Easter

God, whose Son Jesus 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.

For Mission

Almighty and everlasting God, by whose Spirit the whole body of your faithful people is governed and sanctified: Receive our supplications and prayers which we offer before you for all members of your holy Church, that in their vocation and ministry they may truly and devoutly serve you; through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

World Cycle of Prayer

We pray for the people of Grenada
.

Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

We pray for our sisters and brothers members of the United Free Church of Scotland
.

A Collect for Peace

Eternal God, in whose perfect kingdom no sword is drawn but the sword of righteousness, no strength known but the strength of love: So mightily spread abroad your Spirit, that all peoples may be gathered under the banner of the Prince of Peace, as children of one Father; to whom be dominion and glory, now and for ever. Amen.

Intercessions

Let us pray now for our own needs and those of others.

Hymn: To my humble supplication

To my humble supplication

Lord, give ear and acceptation

Save thy servant, that hath none

Help nor hope but Thee alone. Amen.

Birthdays

Anniversaries

For Recovery from Sickness

For Travelers

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

For Those to be Baptized

For the Departed

Full list of prayers

For our Country

Almighty God, who has given us this good land for our heritage: We humbly beseech you that we may always prove ourselves a people mindful of your favor and glad to do your will. Bless our land with honorable industry, sound learning, and pure manners. Save us from violence, discord, and confusion; from pride and arrogance, and from every evil way. Defend our liberties, and fashion us into one united people. Endue with the spirit of wisdom those to whom in your Name we entrust the authority of government, that there may be justice and peace at home, and that, through obedience to your law, we may show forth your praise among the nations of the earth. In the time of prosperity, fill our hearts with thankfulness, and in the day of trouble, suffer not our trust in you to fail; all which we ask through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For the President of the

United States

and all in Civil Authority

O Lord our Governor, whose glory is in all the world: We commend this nation to your merciful care, that, being guided by your Providence, we may dwell secure in your peace. Grant to the President of the United States, the Governor of this State (or, Commonwealth), and to all in authority, wisdom and strength to know and to do your will. Fill them with the love of truth and righteousness, and make them ever mindful of their calling to serve this people in your fear; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, world without end. Amen.

Hymn: Joyous light of God's own glory

Joyous light of God's own glory

Light of heav'n that fills this place

Light of God, eternal Father

Light of God, the Son of grace.

As the sun begins its setting

And the glow of dusk sets in,

We look to heaven's glory

For the light that never ends.

From the smallest of the sparrows

To the blazing stars above,

All Creation sings your glory,

All Creation sings your love.

O Son of God most holy

O Son of God most high,

May all earth and all the heavens

Praise you for your glorious light.

O sing to God the Father,

O sing to God the Son,

O sing to God the Spirit,

To God, the Three in One.

Now let our voices rise up

In harmonies most pure

For God, you are most worthy

Of our praise forevermore.

Now let our voices rise up

In harmonies most pure

For God, you are most worthy

Of our praise forevermore.

Words: RR Ketcham

Tune: Nettleton

A Prayer of Self-Dedication

Almighty and eternal God,

so draw our hearts to you,

so guide our minds,

so fill our imaginations,

so control our wills,

that we may be wholly yours,

utterly dedicated unto you;

and then use us, we pray you, as you will,

and always to your glory and the welfare of your people;

through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

The Ending

The General Thanksgiving

Almighty God, Father of all mercies,

we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks

for all your goodness and loving-kindness

to us and to all whom you have made.

We bless you for our creation, preservation,

and all the blessings of this life;

but above all for your immeasurable love

in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;

for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.

And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies,

that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise,

not only with our lips, but in our lives,

by giving up our selves to your service,

and by walking before you

in holiness and righteousness all our days;

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with us all evermore. Amen. 2 Corinthians 13:14

Hymn: God Be With You

God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus' feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

An Order of Service for Noonday

The Opening

Officiant

O God, make speed to save us.

People

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Officiant and People

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

A suitable hymn may be sung.

The Psalm

Psalm 119 Lucerna pedibus meis

105
Your word is a lantern to my feet *

and a light upon my path.

106
I have sworn and am determined *

to keep your righteous judgments.

107
I am deeply troubled; *

preserve my life, O Lord, according to your word.

108
Accept, O Lord, the willing tribute of my lips, *

and teach me your judgments.

109
My life is always in my hand, *

yet I do not forget your law.

110
The wicked have set a trap for me, *

but I have not strayed from your commandments.

111
Your decrees are my inheritance for ever; *

truly, they are the joy of my heart.

112
I have applied my heart to fulfill your statutes *

for ever and to the end.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

Officiant

The love of God has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit that has been given to us. Romans 5:5

People

Thanks be to God.

The Prayers

Officiant

Lord, have mercy.

People

Christ, have mercy.

Officiant

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant and People recite the Lord's Prayer.

Contemporary Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

Officiant

Lord, hear our prayer;

People

And let our cry come to you.

Officiant

Let us pray.

The Collect

Officiant

Heavenly Father, send your Holy Spirit into our hearts, to direct and rule us according to your will, to comfort us in all our afflictions, to defend us from all error, and to lead us into all truth; through Jesus Christ our Lord.

Officiant and People

Amen.

Intercessions

Free intercessions may be offered.

Officiant

In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to your, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For our Presiding Bishop, for our own Bishop(s), for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who live and work in this community, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For yours is the majesty, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, now and for ever.

Officiant and People

Amen.

The Conclusion

Officiant

Let us bless the Lord.

People

Thanks be to God.

24 April

Noonday Prayer

The Psalm

Psalm 122 Laetatus sum

1
I was glad when they said to me, *

"Let us go to the house of the LORD."

2
Now our feet are standing *

within your gates, O Jerusalem.

3
Jerusalem is built as a city *

that is at unity with itself;

4
To which the tribes go up,

the tribes of the LORD, *

the assembly of Israel,

to praise the Name of the LORD.

5
For there are the thrones of judgment, *

the thrones of the house of David.

6
Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: *

"May they prosper who love you.

7
Peace be within your walls *

and quietness within your towers.

8
For my brethren and companions' sake, *

I pray for your prosperity.

9
Because of the house of the LORD our God, *

I will seek to do you good."

Glory to the Father,

and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

The love of God has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit that has been given to us. Romans 5:5

Thanks be to God.

Kyrie

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

The Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Almighty Savior, who at noonday called your servant Saint Paul to be an apostle to the Gentiles: We pray you to illumine the world with the radiance of your glory, that all nations may come and worship you; for you live and reign for ever and ever. Amen.

Intercessions

In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to your, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For our Presiding Bishop, for our own Bishop(s), for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who live and work in this community, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For yours is the majesty, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, now and for ever.

Amen.

Conclusion

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

Jump to Compline

Wednesday

Evening Prayer

The Opening

Opening Sentence

Yours is the day, O God, yours also the night; you established the moon and the sun. You fixed all the boundaries of the earth; you made both summer and winter. Psalm 74:15, 16

Hymn: Now the light has gone away

Now the light has gone away;

Father, listen while I pray,

Asking you to watch and keep

And to send me quiet sleep.

Jesus, Savior, wash away

All that I've done wrong today.

Make me ever more like you,

Good and gentle, kind and true.

Let my near and dear ones be

Safe with you eternally.

Oh, bring me and all I love

To your happy home above.

Now my evening praise I give;

You once died that I might live.

All your precious gifts are free

Oh, how good you are to me!

Ah, my best and kindest Friend,

You will love me to the end.

Let me love you more and more,

Always better than before.

Singer: Koiné

Words: Frances Ridley Havergal, 1869

Tune: Muede bin ich

Confession

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned against you

in thought, word, and deed,

by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone.

We have not loved you with our whole heart;

we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,

have mercy on us and forgive us;

that we may delight in your will,

and walk in your ways,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen.

Versicle and Response

O God, make speed to save us.

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

O Gracious Light Phos hilaron

O gracious Light,

pure brightness of the everliving Father in heaven,

O Jesus Christ, holy and blessed!

Now as we come to the setting of the sun,

and our eyes behold the vesper light,

we sing your praises, O God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

You are worthy at all times to be praised by happy voices,

O Son of God, O Giver of life,

and to be glorified through all the worlds.

The Psalm Appointed

49 Audite haec, omnes
or

Coverdale

1
Hear this, all you peoples;

hearken, all you who dwell in the world, *

you of high degree and low, rich and poor together.

2
My mouth shall speak of wisdom, *

and my heart shall meditate on understanding.

3
I will incline my ear to a proverb *

and set forth my riddle upon the harp.

4
Why should I be afraid in evil days, *

when the wickedness of those at my heels surrounds me,

5
The wickedness of those who put their trust in their goods, *

and boast of their great riches?

6
We can never ransom ourselves, *

or deliver to God the price of our life;

7
For the ransom of our life is so great, *

that we should never have enough to pay it,

8
In order to live for ever and ever, *

and never see the grave.

9
For we see that the wise die also;

like the dull and stupid they perish *

and leave their wealth to those who come after them.

10
Their graves shall be their homes for ever,

their dwelling places from generation to generation, *

though they call the lands after their own names.

11
Even though honored, they cannot live for ever; *

they are like the beasts that perish.

12
Such is the way of those who foolishly trust in themselves, *

and the end of those who delight in their own words.

13
Like a flock of sheep they are destined to die;

Death is their shepherd; *

they go down straightway to the grave.

14
Their form shall waste away, *

and the land of the dead shall be their home.

15
But God will ransom my life; *

he will snatch me from the grasp of death.

16
Do not be envious when some become rich, *

or when the grandeur of their house increases;

17
For they will carry nothing away at their death, *

nor will their grandeur follow them.

18
Though they thought highly of themselves while they lived, *

and were praised for their success,

19
They shall join the company of their forebears, *

who will never see the light again.

20
Those who are honored, but have no understanding, *

are like the beasts that perish.

Gloria Patri

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Ghost:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and ever shall be.

World without end. Amen. Amen.

The Lesson

The Gospel

A reading from the Gospel according to Matthew 5:11-16

11
"Blessed are you when people revile you and persecute you and utter all kinds of evil against you falsely on my account. 12
Rejoice and be glad, for your reward is great in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets who were before you.

13
"You are the salt of the earth; but if salt has lost its taste, how can its saltiness be restored? It is no longer good for anything, but is thrown out and trampled under foot. 14
"You are the light of the world. A city built on a hill cannot be hid. 15
No one after lighting a lamp puts it under the bushel basket, but on the lampstand, and it gives light to all in the house. 16
In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father in heaven.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The Song of Simeon

Luke 2:29-32

Nunc dimittis

Lord, you now have set your servant free*

to go in peace as you have promised;

For these eyes of mine have seen the Savior,*

whom you have prepared for all the world to see:

A Light to enlighten the nations,*

and the glory of your people Israel.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Creed

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayers

The Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

The Suffrages

Show us your mercy, O Lord;

And grant us your salvation.

Clothe your ministers with righteousness;

Let your people sing with joy.

Give peace, O Lord, in all the world;

For only in you can we live in safety.

Lord, keep this nation under your care;

And guide us in the way of justice and truth.

Let your way be known upon earth;

Your saving health among all nations.

Let not the needy, O Lord, be forgotten;

Nor the hope of the poor be taken away.

Create in us clean hearts, O God;

And sustain us with your Holy Spirit.

The Collect of the Day: The Fourth Sunday of Easter

God, whose Son Jesus 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.

For Mission

O God and Father of all, whom the whole heavens adore: Let the whole earth also worship you, all nations obey you, all tongues confess and bless you, and men and women everywhere love you and serve you in peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

World Cycle of Prayer

We pray for the people of El Salvador
.

Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

We pray for our sisters and brothers members of the Union of the Armenian Evangelical Churches in the Near East
.

A Collect for Protection

Be our light in the darkness, O Lord, and in your great mercy defend us from all perils and dangers of this night; for the love of your only Son, our Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

Intercessions

Let us pray now for our own needs and those of others.

Hymn: To my humble supplication

To my humble supplication

Lord, give ear and acceptation

Save thy servant, that hath none

Help nor hope but Thee alone. Amen.

Birthdays

Anniversaries

For Recovery from Sickness

For Travelers

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

For Those to be Baptized

For the Departed

Full list of prayers

For Cities

Heavenly Father, in your Word you have given us a vision of that holy City to which the nations of the world bring their glory: Behold and visit, we pray, the cities of the earth. Renew the ties of mutual regard which form our civic life. Send us honest and able leaders. Enable us to eliminate poverty, prejudice, and oppression, that peace may prevail with righteousness, and justice with order, and that men and women from different cultures and with differing talents may find with one another the fulfillment of their humanity.

For Those Who Influence Public Opinion

Almighty God, you proclaim your truth in every age by many voices: Direct, in our time, we pray, those who speak where many listen and write what many read; that they may do their part in making the heart of this people wise, its mind sound, and its will righteous; to the honor of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For the Future of the Human Race

O God our heavenly Father, you have blessed us and given us dominion over all the earth: Increase our reverence before the mystery of life; and give us new insight into your purposes for the human race, and new wisdom and determination in making provision for its future in accordance with your will; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Hymn: Jesus, priceless treasure

Jesus, priceless treasure.

Source of purest pleasure.

Truest friend to me.

Ah, how long I've panted,

and my heart hath fainted,

thirsting Lord for Thee.

Thine I am, oh spotless Lamb.

I will suffer naught to hide Thee.

Naught I ask beside Thee.

In thy strength I rest me;

Foes who would molest me

Cannot reach me here.

Though the earth be shaking,

Every heart be quaking,

Jesus calms my fear.

Sin and hell in conflict fell

With their bitter storms assail me;

Jesus will not fail me.

Hence, all fears and sadness,

For the Lord of gladness,

Jesus, enters in.

Those who love the Father,

Though the storms may gather,

Still have peace within.

For, whatever I must bear,

Still in you lies purest pleasure,

Jesus, priceless treasure! Amen.

Woodlands Choir

Words: Johann Cruger

Composer: Johann Franck

Tune: Jesu, Meine Freude

A Prayer Attributed to St. Francis

Lord, make us instruments of your peace.

Where there is hatred, let us sow love;

where there is injury, pardon;

where there is discord, union;

where there is doubt, faith;

where there is despair, hope;

where there is darkness, light;

where there is sadness, joy.

Grant that we may not so much seek to be consoled as to console;

to be understood as to understand;

to be loved as to love.

For it is in giving that we receive;

it is in pardoning that we are pardoned;

and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life. Amen.

The Ending

The General Thanksgiving

Almighty God, Father of all mercies,

we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks

for all your goodness and loving-kindness

to us and to all whom you have made.

We bless you for our creation, preservation,

and all the blessings of this life;

but above all for your immeasurable love

in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;

for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.

And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies,

that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise,

not only with our lips, but in our lives,

by giving up our selves to your service,

and by walking before you

in holiness and righteousness all our days;

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with us all evermore. Amen. 2 Corinthians 13:14

Hymn: God Be With You

God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus' feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

24 April Compline

Opening Sentence

The Lord Almighty grant us a peaceful night and a perfect end.

Amen.

Our help is in the Name of the Lord;

The maker of heaven and earth.

Confession

Let us confess our sins to God.

Almighty God, our heavenly Father:

We have sinned against you,

through our own fault,

in thought, and word, and deed,

and in what we have left undone.

For the sake of your Son our Lord Jesus Christ,

forgive us all our offenses;

and grant that we may serve you

in newness of life,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

May the Almighty God grant us forgiveness of all our sins,and the grace and comfort of the Holy Spirit.

Amen.

Psalm 134 Ecce nunc

1
Behold now, bless the LORD, all you servants of the LORD, *

you that stand by night in the house of the LORD.

2
Lift up your hands in the holy place and bless the LORD; *

the LORD who made heaven and earth bless you out of Zion.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

Be sober, be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. Resist him, firm in your faith. 1 Peter 5:8-9a

Thanks be to God.

Responses

Into your hands, O Lord, I commend my spirit;

For you have redeemed me, O Lord, O God of truth.

Keep us, O Lord, as the apple of your eye;

Hide us under the shadow of your wings.

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Visit this place, O Lord, and drive far from it all snare of the enemy; let your holy angels dwell with us to preserve us in peace; and let your blessing be upon us always; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Prayer

O God, your unfailing providence sustains the world we live in and the life we live: Watch over those, both night and day, who work while others sleep, and grant that we may never forget that our common life depends upon each other's toil; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

The Song of Simeon

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Lord, you now have set your servant free *

to go in peace as you have promised;

For these eyes of mine have seen the Savior, *

whom you have prepared for all the world to see:

A Light to enlighten the nations, *

and the glory of your people Israel.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The almighty and merciful Lord, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, bless us and keep us.

Amen.

Jump to Noonday

Thursday

Morning Prayer

Saint Mark the Evangelist

The Opening

Opening Sentence

Their sound has gone out into all lands, and their message to the ends of the world. Psalm 19:4

Hymn: I want to walk as a child of the light

I want to walk as a child of the light;

I want to follow Jesus.

God set the stars to give light to the world;

The star of my life is Jesus.

In him there is no darkness at all;

The night and the day are both alike.

The Lamb is the light of the city of God;

Shine in my heart, Lord Jesus.

I want to see the brightness of God;

I want to look at Jesus.

Clear Sun of righteousness, shine on my path,

And show me the way to the Father.

In him there is no darkness at all;

The night and the day are both alike.

The Lamb is the light of the city of God;

Shine in my heart, Lord Jesus.

I'm looking for the coming of Christ;

I want to be with Jesus.

When we have run with patience the race,

We shall know the joy of Jesus.

In him there is no darkness at all;

The night and the day are both alike.

The Lamb is the light of the city of God;

Shine in my heart, Lord Jesus.

Words: Kathleen Thomerson

Tune: Houston

Confession of Sin

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned against you

in thought, word, and deed,

by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone.

We have not loved you with our whole heart;

we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,

have mercy on us and forgive us;

that we may delight in your will,

and walk in your ways,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen.

Invitatory and Psalter

Lord, open our lips.

And our mouth shall proclaim your praise.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

Antiphon

The Lord is glorious in his saints:

Come let us adore him.

Jubilate

Be joyful in the Lord, all you lands;

serve the Lord with gladness

and come before his presence with a song.

Know this: the Lord himself is God;

he himself has made us, and we are his;

we are his people and the sheep of his pasture.

Enter his gates with thanksgiving;

go into his courts with praise;

give thanks to him and call upon his Name.

For the Lord is good;

his mercy is everlasting;

and his faithfulness endures from age to age.

The Lord is glorious in his saints:

Come let us adore him.

The Psalm Appointed

145 Exaltabo te, Deus
or

Coverdale

1
I will exalt you, O God my King, *

and bless your Name for ever and ever.

2
Every day will I bless you *

and praise your Name for ever and ever.

3
Great is the Lord and greatly to be praised; *

there is no end to his greatness.

4
One generation shall praise your works to another *

and shall declare your power.

5
I will ponder the glorious splendor of your majesty *

and all your marvelous works.

6
They shall speak of the might of your wondrous acts, *

and I will tell of your greatness.

7
They shall publish the remembrance of your great goodness; *

they shall sing of your righteous deeds.

8
The Lord is gracious and full of compassion, *

slow to anger and of great kindness.

9
The Lord is loving to everyone *

and his compassion is over all his works.

10
All your works praise you, O Lord, *

and your faithful servants bless you.

11
They make known the glory of your kingdom *

and speak of your power;

12
That the peoples may know of your power *

and the glorious splendor of your kingdom.

13
Your kingdom is an everlasting kingdom; *

your dominion endures throughout all ages.

14
The Lord is faithful in all his words *

and merciful in all his deeds.

15
The Lord upholds all those who fall; *

he lifts up those who are bowed down.

16
The eyes of all wait upon you, O Lord, *

and you give them their food in due season.

17
You open wide your hand *

and satisfy the needs of every living creature.

18
The Lord is righteous in all his ways *

and loving in all his works.

19
The Lord is near to those who call upon him, *

to all who call upon him faithfully.

20
He fulfills the desire of those who fear him; *

he hears their cry and helps them.

21
The Lord preserves all those who love him, *

but he destroys all the wicked.

22
My mouth shall speak the praise of the Lord; *

let all flesh bless his holy Name for ever and ever.

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be;

world without end. Amen. Amen.

The Lessons

The First Lesson

A reading from Sirach 2:1-11

1
My child, when you come to serve the Lord,

prepare yourself for testing.

2
Set your heart right and be steadfast,

and do not be impetuous in time of calamity.

3
Cling to him and do not depart,

so that your last days may be prosperous.

4
Accept whatever befalls you,

and in times of humiliation be patient.

5
For gold is tested in the fire,

and those found acceptable, in the furnace of humiliation.

6
Trust in him, and he will help you;

make your ways straight, and hope in him.

7
You who fear the Lord, wait for his mercy;

do not stray, or else you may fall.

8
You who fear the Lord, trust in him,

and your reward will not be lost.

9
You who fear the Lord, hope for good things,

for lasting joy and mercy.

10
Consider the generations of old and see:

has anyone trusted in the Lord and been disappointed?

Or has anyone persevered in the fear of the Lord and been forsaken?

Or has anyone called upon him and been neglected?

11
For the Lord is compassionate and merciful;

he forgives sins and saves in time of distress.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

11 The Third Song of Isaiah
Surge, illuminare

Isaiah 60:1-3, 11a, 14c, 18-19

Arise, shine, for your light has come, *

and the glory of the Lord has dawned upon you.

For behold, darkness covers the land; *

deep gloom enshrouds the peoples.

But over you the Lord will rise, *

and his glory will appear upon you.

Nations will stream to your light, *

and kings to the brightness of your dawning.

Your gates will always be open; *

by day or night they will never be shut.

They will call you, The City of the Lord, *

The Zion of the Holy One of Israel.

Violence will no more be heard in your land, *

ruin or destruction within your borders.

You will call your walls, Salvation, *

and all your portals, Praise.

The sun will no more be your light by day; *

by night you will not need the brightness of the moon.

The Lord will be your everlasting light, *

and your God will be your glory.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Second Lesson

A Reading from Acts 12:25-13:3

1
Then after completing their mission Barnabas and Saul returned to Jerusalem and brought with them John, whose other name was Mark.

1
Now in the church at Antioch there were prophets and teachers: Barnabas, Simeon who was called Niger, Lucius of Cyrene, Manaen a member of the court of Herod the ruler, and Saul. 2
While they were worshiping the Lord and fasting, the Holy Spirit said, "Set apart for me Barnabas and Saul for the work to which I have called them." 3
Then after fasting and praying they laid their hands on them and sent them off.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

16 The Song of Zechariah
Benedictus Dominus Deus

Luke 1:68-79

Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel; *

he has come to his people and set them free.

He has raised up for us a mighty savior, *

born of the house of his servant David.

Through his holy prophets he promised of old,

that he would save us from our enemies, *

from the hands of all who hate us.

He promised to show mercy to our fathers *

and to remember his holy covenant.

This was the oath he swore to our father Abraham, *

to set us free from the hands of our enemies,

Free to worship him without fear, *

holy and righteous in his sight

all the days of our life.

You, my child, shall be called the prophet of the Most High, *

for you will go before the Lord to prepare his way,

To give his people knowledge of salvation *

by the forgiveness of their sins.

In the tender compassion of our God *

the dawn from on high shall break upon us,

To shine on those who dwell in darkness and the

shadow of death, *

and to guide our feet into the way of peace.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayers

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Let us pray.

Contemporary Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

The Suffrages

Save your people, Lord, and bless your inheritance;

Govern and uphold them, now and always.

Day by day we bless you;

We praise your Name for ever.

Lord, keep us from all sin today;

Have mercy on us, Lord, have mercy.

Lord, show us your love and mercy;

For we put our trust in you.

In you, Lord, is our hope;

And we shall never hope in vain.

Collect of the Day: Mark the Evangelist

Almighty God, who by the hand of Mark the evangelist have given to your Church the Gospel of Jesus Christ the Son of God: We thank you for this witness, and pray that we may be firmly grounded in its truth; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

A Collect for Mission

Almighty and everlasting God, by whose Spirit the whole body of your faithful people is governed and sanctified: Receive our supplications and prayers which we offer before you for all members of your holy Church, that in their vocation and ministry they may truly and devoutly serve you; through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

World Cycle of Prayer

We pray for the people of Guatemala
.

Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

We pray for our sisters and brothers members of the United Methodist Church
.

A Collect for the Renewal of Life

O God, the King eternal, whose light divides the day from the night and turns the shadow of death into the morning: Drive far from us all wrong desires, incline our hearts to keep your law, and guide our feet into the way of peace; that, having done your will with cheerfulness while it was day, we may, when night comes, rejoice to give you thanks; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

The Commemoration

The book of Acts mentions a Mark, or John Mark, a kinsman of Barnabas (Col 4:10). The house of his mother Mary was a meeting place for Christians in Jerusalem (Acts 12:12). When Paul and Barnabas, who had been in Antioch, came to Jerusalem, they brought Mark back to Antioch with them (12:25), and he accompanied them on their first missionary journey (13:5), but left them prematurely and returned to Jerusalem (13:13). When Paul and Barnabas were about to set out on a second missionary journey, Barnabas proposed to take Mark, but Paul thought him unreliable, so that eventually Barnabas made one journey taking Mark, and Paul another journey taking Silas (15:36-40). Mark is not mentioned again in Acts. However, it appears that he became more reliable, for Paul mentions him as a trusted assistant in Colossians 4:10 and again in 2 Timothy 4:11.

The Apostle Peter had a co-worker whom he refers to as "my son Mark" (1 Peter 5:13). Papias, an early second century writer, in describing the origins of the Gospels, tells us that Mark was the "interpreter" of Peter, and that he wrote down ("but not in order") the stories that he had heard Peter tell in his preaching about the life and teachings of Jesus.

The Gospel of Mark, in describing the arrest of Jesus (14:51f), speaks of a young man who followed the arresting party, wearing only a linen cloth wrapped around his body, whom the arresting party tried to seize, but who left the cloth in their hands and fled naked. It is speculated that this young man was the writer himself, since the detail is hardly worth mentioning if he were not.

Tradition has it that after the death of Peter, Mark left Rome and went to preach in Alexandria, Egypt, where he was eventually martyred.

It is natural to identify the John Mark of Acts with the Gospel-writer and interpreter of Peter, and this identification is standard in liturgical references to Mark. However, "Mark" is the commonest of Latin first names, and they may well have been separate persons.

Mark's symbol in art is a Lion, usually winged. In the book of Revelation, the visionary sees about the throne of God four winged creatures: a lion, an ox, a man, and an eagle. (Compare with the cherubs in Ezek 1 and 10.) It has customarily been supposed that these represent the four Gospels, or the four Evangelists (Gospel-writers). One way of matching them is to say that the man stands for Matthew, whose narrative begins with the human genealogy of Jesus; that the lion stands for Mark, whose narrative begins with John the Baptist crying out in the desert (a lion roars in the desert); that the ox, a sacrificial animal, stands for Luke, whose narrative begins in the Temple, and that the eagle stands for John, whose narrative begins in Heaven, with the eternal Word. How old this correspondence is I do not know. I have seen it in an illustrated Gospel-book from the early 800's. An alternative assignment, which I think to be far more recent, calls Matthew the lion (because he portrays Christ as the Messiah, the fulfilment of Jewish prophecy, "the lion of the tribe of Judah"), Mark the ox (because he portrays Christ the servant, constantly doing the work for which he was sent), Luke the man (because he portrays the humanity and compassion of Christ), and John the eagle (because he portrays Christ as the eternal Word, who came down from Heaven).

written by James Kiefer

Intercessions

Let us pray now for our own needs and those of others.

Hymn: To my humble supplication

To my humble supplication

Lord, give ear and acceptation

Save thy servant, that hath none

Help nor hope but Thee alone. Amen.

Birthdays

Anniversaries

For Recovery from Sickness

For Travelers

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

For Those to be Baptized

For the Departed

Full list of prayers

For Peace Among Nations

Almighty God our heavenly Father, guide the nations of the world into the way of justice and truth, and establish among them that peace which is the fruit of righteousness, that they may become the kingdom of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

For Those in the Armed Forces of Our Country

Almighty God, we commend to your gracious care and keeping all the men and women of our armed forces at home and abroad. Defend them day by day with your heavenly grace; strengthen them in their trials and temptations; give them courage to face the perils which beset them; and grant them a sense of your abiding presence wherever they may be; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For the Conservation of Natural Resources

Almighty God, in giving us dominion over things on earth, you made us fellow workers in your creation: Give us wisdom and reverence so to use the resources of nature, that no one may suffer from our abuse of them, and that generations yet to come may continue to praise you for your bounty; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Hymn: Joyous light of God's own glory

Joyous light of God's own glory

Light of heav'n that fills this place

Light of God, eternal Father

Light of God, the Son of grace.

As the sun begins its setting

And the glow of dusk sets in,

We look to heaven's glory

For the light that never ends.

From the smallest of the sparrows

To the blazing stars above,

All Creation sings your glory,

All Creation sings your love.

O Son of God most holy

O Son of God most high,

May all earth and all the heavens

Praise you for your glorious light.

O sing to God the Father,

O sing to God the Son,

O sing to God the Spirit,

To God, the Three in One.

Now let our voices rise up

In harmonies most pure

For God, you are most worthy

Of our praise forevermore.

Now let our voices rise up

In harmonies most pure

For God, you are most worthy

Of our praise forevermore.

Words: RR Ketcham

Tune: Nettleton

A Prayer of Self-Dedication

Almighty and eternal God,

so draw our hearts to you,

so guide our minds,

so fill our imaginations,

so control our wills,

that we may be wholly yours,

utterly dedicated unto you;

and then use us, we pray you, as you will,

and always to your glory and the welfare of your people;

through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

The Ending

The General Thanksgiving

Almighty God, Father of all mercies,

we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks

for all your goodness and loving-kindness

to us and to all whom you have made.

We bless you for our creation, preservation,

and all the blessings of this life;

but above all for your immeasurable love

in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;

for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.

And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies,

that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise,

not only with our lips, but in our lives,

by giving up our selves to your service,

and by walking before you

in holiness and righteousness all our days;

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with us all evermore. Amen. 2 Corinthians 13:14

Hymn: God Be With You

God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus' feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

An Order of Service for Noonday

The Opening

Officiant

O God, make speed to save us.

People

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Officiant and People

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

A suitable hymn may be sung.

The Psalm

Psalm 121 Levavi oculos

1
I lift up my eyes to the hills; *

from where is my help to come?

2
My help comes from the LORD, *

the maker of heaven and earth.

3
He will not let your foot be moved *

and he who watches over you will not fall asleep.

4
Behold, he who keeps watch over Israel *

shall neither slumber nor sleep;

5
The Lord himself watches over you; *

the Lord is your shade at your right hand,

6
So that the sun shall not strike you by day, *

nor the moon by night.

7
The Lord shall preserve you from all evil; *

it is he who shall keep you safe.

8
The Lord shall watch over your going out and

your coming in, *

from this time forth for evermore.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

Officiant

If anyone is in Christ he is a new creation; the old has passed away, behold the new has come. All this is from God, who through Christ reconciled us to himself and gave us the ministry of reconciliation. 2 Corinthians 5:17-18

People

Thanks be to God.

The Prayers

Officiant

Lord, have mercy.

People

Christ, have mercy.

Officiant

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant and People recite the Lord's Prayer.

Contemporary Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

Officiant

Lord, hear our prayer;

People

And let our cry come to you.

Officiant

Let us pray.

The Collect

Officiant

Blessed Savior, at this hour you hung upon the cross, stretching out your loving arms: Grant that all the peoples of the earth may look to you and be saved; for your tender mercies sake.

Officiant and People

Amen.

Intercessions

Free intercessions may be offered.

Officiant

In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to your, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For our Presiding Bishop, for our own Bishop(s), for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who live and work in this community, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For yours is the majesty, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, now and for ever.

Officiant and People

Amen.

The Conclusion

Officiant

Let us bless the Lord.

People

Thanks be to God.

25 April

Noonday Prayer

The Psalm

Psalm 123 Ad te levavi oculos meos

1
To you I lift up my eyes, *

to you enthroned in the heavens.

2
As the eyes of servants look to the hand of their masters, *

and the eyes of a maid to the hand of her mistress,

3
So our eyes look to the LORD our God, *

until he show us his mercy.

4
Have mercy upon us, O LORD, have mercy, *

for we have had more than enough of contempt,

5
Too much of the scorn of the indolent rich, *

and of the derision of the proud.

Glory to the Father,

and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

If anyone is in Christ he is a new creation; the old has passed away, behold the new has come. All this is from God, who through Christ reconciled us to himself and gave us the ministry of reconciliation. 2 Corinthians 5:17-18

Thanks be to God.

Kyrie

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

The Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Lord Jesus Christ, you said to your apostles, "Peace I give to you; my peace I leave with you:" Regard not our sins, but the faith of your Church, and give to us the peace and unity of that heavenly city, where with the Father and the Holy Spirit you live and reign, now and for ever. Amen.

Intercessions

In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to your, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For our Presiding Bishop, for our own Bishop(s), for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who live and work in this community, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For yours is the majesty, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, now and for ever.

Amen.

Conclusion

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

Jump to Compline

Thursday

Evening Prayer

The Evening of the Commemoration of Saint Mark the Evangelist

The Opening

Opening Sentence

I will bless the Lord who gives me counsel; my heart teaches me, night after night. I have set the Lord always before me; because he is at my right hand, I shall not fall. Psalm 16:7, 8

Hymn: Longing for light

Longing for light, we wait in darkness.

Longing for truth, we turn to you.

Make us your own, your holy people,

light for the world to see.

Christ, be our light! Shine in our hearts.

Shine through the darkness.

Christ, be our light!

Shine in your church gathered today.

Longing for peace, our world is troubled.

Longing for hope, many despair.

Your word alone has powr to save us.

Make us your living voice.

Christ, be our light! Shine in our hearts.

Shine through the darkness.

Christ, be our light!

Shine in your church gathered today.

Longing for food, many are hungry.

Longing for water, many still thirst.

Make us your bread, broken for others,

shared until all are fed.

Christ, be our light! Shine in our hearts.

Shine through the darkness.

Christ, be our light!

Shine in your church gathered today.

Longing for shelter, many are homeless.

Longing for warmth, many are cold.

Make us your building, sheltering others,

walls made of living stone.

Christ, be our light! Shine in our hearts.

Shine through the darkness.

Christ, be our light!

Shine in your church gathered today.

Many the gifts, many the people,

many the hearts that yearn to belong.

Let us be servants to one another,

making your kingdom come.

Christ, be our light! Shine in our hearts.

Shine through the darkness.

Christ, be our light!

Shine in your church gathered today.

Confession

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned against you

in thought, word, and deed,

by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone.

We have not loved you with our whole heart;

we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,

have mercy on us and forgive us;

that we may delight in your will,

and walk in your ways,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen.

Versicle and Response

O God, make speed to save us.

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

O Gracious Light Phos hilaron

O gracious Light,

pure brightness of the everliving Father in heaven,

O Jesus Christ, holy and blessed!

Now as we come to the setting of the sun,

and our eyes behold the vesper light,

we sing your praises, O God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

You are worthy at all times to be praised by happy voices,

O Son of God, O Giver of life,

and to be glorified through all the worlds.

The Psalms Appointed

59 Eripe me de inimicis
or

Coverdale

1 Rescue me from my enemies, O God; *

protect me from those who rise up against me.

2 Rescue me from evildoers *

and save me from those who thirst for my blood.

3 See how they lie in wait for my life,

how the mighty gather together against me; *

not for any offense or fault of mine, O Lord.

4 Not because of any guilt of mine *

they run and prepare themselves for battle.

5 Rouse yourself, come to my side, and see; *

for you, Lord God of hosts, are Israel's God.

6 Awake, and punish all the ungodly; *

show no mercy to those who are faithless and evil.

7 They go to and fro in the evening; *

they snarl like dogs and run about the city.

8 Behold, they boast with their mouths,

and taunts are on their lips; *

"For who," they say, "will hear us?"

9 But you, O Lord, you laugh at them; *

you laugh all the ungodly to scorn.

10 My eyes are fixed on you, O my Strength; *

for you, O God, are my stronghold.

11 My merciful God comes to meet me; *

God will let me look in triumph on my enemies.

12 Slay them, O God, lest my people forget; *

send them reeling by your might and put them down, O Lord our shield.

13 For the sins of their mouths, for the words of their lips,

for the cursing and lies that they utter, *

let them be caught in their pride.

14 Make an end of them in your wrath; *

make an end of them, and they shall be no more.

15 Let everyone know that God rules in Jacob, *

and to the ends of the earth.

16 They go to and fro in the evening; *

they snarl like dogs and run about the city.

17 They forage for food, *

and if they are not filled, they howl.

18 For my part, I will sing of your strength; *

I will celebrate your love in the morning;

19 For you have become my stronghold, *

a refuge in the day of my trouble.

20 To you, O my Strength, will I sing; *

for you, O God, are my stronghold and my merciful God.

60 Deus, repulisti nos
or

Coverdale

1 O God, you have cast us off and broken us; *

you have been angry;

oh, take us back to you again.

2 You have shaken the earth and split it open; *

repair the cracks in it, for it totters.

3 You have made your people know hardship; *

you have given us wine that makes us stagger.

4 You have set up a banner for those who fear you, *

to be a refuge from the power of the bow.

5 Save us by your right hand and answer us, *

that those who are dear to you may be delivered.

6 God spoke from his holy place and said: *

"I will exult and parcel out Shechem;

I will divide the valley of Succoth.

7 Gilead is mine and Manasseh is mine; *

Ephraim is my helmet and Judah my scepter.

8 Moab is my wash-basin,

on Edom I throw down my sandal to claim it, *

and over Philistia will I shout in triumph."

9 Who will lead me into the strong city? *

who will bring me into Edom?

10 Have you not cast us off, O God? *

you no longer go out, O God, with our armies.

11 Grant us your help against the enemy, *

for vain is the help of man.

12 With God we will do valiant deeds, *

and he shall tread our enemies under foot.

Gloria Patri

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Ghost:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and ever shall be.

World without end. Amen. Amen.

The Lesson

The Old Testament Lesson

A reading from the Prophet Isaiah 62:6-12

6
Upon your walls, O Jerusalem, I have posted sentinels; all day and all night they shall never be silent. You who remind the Lord, take no rest, 7
and give him no rest until he establishes Jerusalem and makes it renowned throughout the earth. 8
The Lord has sworn by his right hand and by his mighty arm: I will not again give your grain to be food for your enemies, and foreigners shall not drink the wine for which you have labored; 9
but those who garner it shall eat it and praise the Lord, and those who gather it shall drink it in my holy courts.

10
Go through, go through the gates, prepare the way for the people; build up, build up the highway, clear it of stones, lift up an ensign over the peoples. 11
The Lord has proclaimed to the end of the earth: Say to daughter Zion, "See, your salvation comes; his reward is with him, and his recompense before him." 12
They shall be called, "The Holy People, The Redeemed of the Lord"; and you shall be called, "Sought Out, A City Not Forsaken."

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The Song of Simeon

Luke 2:29-32

Nunc dimittis

Lord, you now have set your servant free*

to go in peace as you have promised;

For these eyes of mine have seen the Savior,*

whom you have prepared for all the world to see:

A Light to enlighten the nations,*

and the glory of your people Israel.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The New Testament Lesson

A reading from the Second Letter to Timothy 4:1-11

1
In the presence of God and of Christ Jesus, who is to judge the living and the dead, and in view of his appearing and his kingdom, I solemnly urge you: 2
proclaim the message; be persistent whether the time is favorable or unfavorable; convince, rebuke, and encourage, with the utmost patience in teaching. 3
For the time is coming when people will not put up with sound doctrine, but having itching ears, they will accumulate for themselves teachers to suit their own desires, 4
and will turn away from listening to the truth and wander away to myths. 5
As for you, always be sober, endure suffering, do the work of an evangelist, carry out your ministry fully. 6
As for me, I am already being poured out as a libation, and the time of my departure has come. 7
I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. 8
From now on there is reserved for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, will give me on that day, and not only to me but also to all who have longed for his appearing.

9
Do your best to come to me soon, 10
for Demas, in love with this present world, has deserted me and gone to Thessalonica; Crescens has gone to Galatia, Titus to Dalmatia. 11
Only Luke is with me. Get Mark and bring him with you, for he is useful in my ministry.

The Song of Mary

Luke 1:46-55

Magnificat

My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord,

my spirit rejoices in God my Savior;*

for he has looked with favor on his lowly servant.

From this day all generations will call me blessed:*

the Almighty has done great things for me,

and holy is his Name.

He has mercy on those who fear him*

in every generation.

He has shown the strength of his arm,*

he has scattered the proud in their conceit.

He has cast down the mighty from their thrones,*

and has lifted up the lowly.

He has filled the hungry with good things,*

and the rich he has sent away empty.

He has come to the help of his servant Israel,*

for he has remembered his promise of mercy,

The promise he made to our fathers,*

to Abraham and his children for ever.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Creed

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayers

The Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

The Suffrages

That this evening may be holy, good, and peaceful,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That your holy angels may lead us in paths of peace and goodwill,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That we may be pardoned and forgiven for our sins and offenses,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That there may be peace to your Church and to the whole world,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That we may depart this life in your faith and fear, and not be condemned before the great judgment seat of Christ,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That we may be bound together by your Holy Spirit in the communion of all your saints, entrusting one another and all our life to Christ,

We entreat you, O Lord.

Collect of the Day: Mark the Evangelist

Almighty God, who by the hand of Mark the evangelist have given to your Church the Gospel of Jesus Christ the Son of God: We thank you for this witness, and pray that we may be firmly grounded in its truth; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

For Mission

Keep watch, dear Lord, with those who work, or watch, or weep this night, and give your angels charge over those who sleep. Tend the sick, Lord Christ; give rest to the weary, bless the dying, soothe the suffering, pity the afflicted, shield the joyous; and all for your love's sake. Amen.

World Cycle of Prayer

We pray for the people of Equatorial Guinea
.

Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

We pray for our sisters and brothers members of the Union of Welsh Independents
.

A Collect for Protection

O God, the life of all who live, the light of the faithful, the strength of those who labor, and the repose of the dead: We thank you for the blessings of the day that is past, and humbly ask for your protection through the coming night. Bring us in safety to the morning hours; through him who died and rose again for us, your Son our Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

Intercessions

Let us pray now for our own needs and those of others.

Hymn: To my humble supplication

To my humble supplication

Lord, give ear and acceptation

Save thy servant, that hath none

Help nor hope but Thee alone. Amen.

Birthdays

Anniversaries

For Recovery from Sickness

For Travelers

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

For Those to be Baptized

For the Departed

Full list of prayers

For Those Who Need Continuing Care

Look with mercy, O God our Father, on all persons who have become ill, weak, distressed, or isolated. Provide for them homes of dignity and peace; give them understanding helpers, and the willingness to accept help; and increase their faith and their assurance of your love. This we ask in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For the Absent

O God, whose fatherly care reaches to the uttermost parts of the earth: We humbly beseech you graciously to behold and bless whom we love, now absent from us. Defend them from all dangers of soul and body; and grant that both they and we, drawing nearer to you, may be bound together by your love in the communion of your Holy Spirit, and in the fellowship of your saints; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Hymn: This is the truth sent from above

This is the truth sent from above,

The truth of God, the God of LoveGod of Love:

Therefore don't turn me from your door,

But hearken all, both rich and poor.

The first thing which I do relate

Is that God did man create,

The next thing which to you I'll tell,

Woman was made with man to dwell.

Thus we were heirs to endless woes,

Till God the Lord did interpose,

And so a promise soon did run,

That he would redeem us by his Son.

And at that season of the year

Our blest Redeemer did appear,

He here did live, and here did preach,

and many thousands he did teach.

Thus he in love to us behaved,

To show us how we must be saved;

And if you want to know the way,

Be pleased to hear what he did say.

Singers: St. David's Cathedral Choir, Wales

A Prayer of Self-Dedication

Almighty and eternal God,

so draw our hearts to you,

so guide our minds,

so fill our imaginations,

so control our wills,

that we may be wholly yours,

utterly dedicated unto you;

and then use us, we pray you, as you will,

and always to your glory and the welfare of your people;

through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

The Ending

The General Thanksgiving

Almighty God, Father of all mercies,

we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks

for all your goodness and loving-kindness

to us and to all whom you have made.

We bless you for our creation, preservation,

and all the blessings of this life;

but above all for your immeasurable love

in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;

for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.

And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies,

that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise,

not only with our lips, but in our lives,

by giving up our selves to your service,

and by walking before you

in holiness and righteousness all our days;

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with us all evermore. Amen. 2 Corinthians 13:14

Hymn: God Be With You

God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus' feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

25 April Compline

Opening Sentence

The Lord Almighty grant us a peaceful night and a perfect end.

Amen.

Our help is in the Name of the Lord;

The maker of heaven and earth.

Confession

Let us confess our sins to God.

Almighty God, our heavenly Father:

We have sinned against you,

through our own fault,

in thought, and word, and deed,

and in what we have left undone.

For the sake of your Son our Lord Jesus Christ,

forgive us all our offenses;

and grant that we may serve you

in newness of life,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

May the Almighty God grant us forgiveness of all our sins,and the grace and comfort of the Holy Spirit.

Amen.

Psalm 4 Cum invocarem

1
Answer me when I call, O God, defender of my cause; *

you set me free when I am hard-pressed;

have mercy on me and hear my prayer.

2
"You mortals, how long will you dishonor my glory; *

how long will you worship dumb idols

and run after false gods?"

3
Know that the LORD does wonders for the faithful; *

when I call upon the LORD, he will hear me.

4
Tremble, then, and do not sin; *

speak to your heart in silence upon your bed.

5
Offer the appointed sacrifices *

and put your trust in the LORD.

6
Many are saying, "Oh, that we might see better times!" *

Lift up the light of your countenance upon us, O LORD.

7
You have put gladness in my heart, *

more than when grain and wine and oil increase.

8
I lie down in peace; at once I fall asleep; *

for only you, LORD, make me dwell in safety.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

Lord, you are in the midst of us, and we are called by your Name: Do not forsake us, O Lord our God. Jeremiah 14:9,22

Thanks be to God.

Responses

Into your hands, O Lord, I commend my spirit;

For you have redeemed me, O Lord, O God of truth.

Keep us, O Lord, as the apple of your eye;

Hide us under the shadow of your wings.

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Be our light in the darkness, O Lord, and in your great mercy defend us from all perils and dangers of this night; for the love of your only Son, our Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

Prayer

Keep watch, dear Lord, with those who work, or watch, or weep this night, and give your angels charge over those who sleep. Tend the sick, Lord Christ; give rest to the weary, bless the dying, soothe the suffering, pity the afflicted, shield the joyous; and all for your love's sake. Amen.

The Song of Simeon

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Lord, you now have set your servant free *

to go in peace as you have promised;

For these eyes of mine have seen the Savior, *

whom you have prepared for all the world to see:

A Light to enlighten the nations, *

and the glory of your people Israel.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The almighty and merciful Lord, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, bless us and keep us.

Amen.

Jump to Noonday

Friday

Morning Prayer

The Opening

Opening Sentence

The hour is coming, and now is, when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth, for such the Father seeks to worship him. John 4:23

Hymn: From all that dwell below the skies

From all that dwell below the skies,

Let the Creator's praise arise;

Alleluia! Alleluia!

Let the Redeemer's name be sung

Through ev'ry land by ev'ry tongue.

Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!

Eternal are Thy mercies Lord;

Eternal truth attends Thy Word;

Alleluia! Alleluia!

Thy praise shall sound from shore to shore

Till suns shall rise and set no more.

Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!

Alleluia!

Singers: Scott Krippayne

Words: Issac Watts

Arrangment: Scott Krippayne, Kirk Cameron

Confession of Sin

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned against you

in thought, word, and deed,

by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone.

We have not loved you with our whole heart;

we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,

have mercy on us and forgive us;

that we may delight in your will,

and walk in your ways,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen.

Versicle and Response

Lord, open our lips.

And our mouth shall proclaim your praise.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

Antiphon

The mercy of the Lord is everlasting: Come let us adore him.

Jubilate

Be joyful in the Lord, all you lands;

serve the Lord with gladness

and come before his presence with a song.

Know this: the Lord himself is God;

he himself has made us, and we are his;

we are his people and the sheep of his pasture.

Enter his gates with thanksgiving;

go into his courts with praise;

give thanks to him and call upon his Name.

For the Lord is good;

his mercy is everlasting;

and his faithfulness endures from age to age.

The mercy of the Lord is everlasting: Come let us adore him.

The Psalms Appointed

40 Expectans, expectavi
or

Coverdale

1
I waited patiently upon the Lord; *

he stooped to me and heard my cry.

2
He lifted me out of the desolate pit, out of the mire and clay; *

he set my feet upon a high cliff and made my footing sure.

3
He put a new song in my mouth,

a song of praise to our God; *

many shall see, and stand in awe,

and put their trust in the Lord.

4
Happy are they who trust in the Lord! *

they do not resort to evil spirits or turn to false gods.

5
Great things are they that you have done, O Lord my God!

how great your wonders and your plans for us! *

there is none who can be compared with you.

6
Oh, that I could make them known and tell them! *

but they are more than I can count.

7
In sacrifice and offering you take no pleasure *

(you have given me ears to hear you);

8
Burnt-offering and sin-offering you have not required, *

and so I said, "Behold, I come.

9
In the roll of the book it is written concerning me: *

'I love to do your will, O my God;

your law is deep in my heart.'"

10
I proclaimed righteousness in the great congregation; *

behold, I did not restrain my lips;

and that, O Lord, you know.

11
Your righteousness have I not hidden in my heart;

I have spoken of your faithfulness and your deliverance; *

I have not concealed your love and faithfulness from the

great congregation.

12
You are the Lord;

do not withhold your compassion from me; *

let your love and your faithfulness keep me safe for ever,

13
For innumerable troubles have crowded upon me;

my sins have overtaken me, and I cannot see; *

they are more in number than the hairs of my head,

and my heart fails me.

14
Be pleased, O Lord, to deliver me; *

O Lord, make haste to help me.

15
Let them be ashamed and altogether dismayed

who seek after my life to destroy it; *

let them draw back and be disgraced

who take pleasure in my misfortune.

16
Let those who say "Aha!" and gloat over me be confounded, *

because they are ashamed.

17
Let all who seek you rejoice in you and be glad; *

let those who love your salvation continually say,

Great is the Lord!"

18
Though I am poor and afflicted, *

the Lord will have regard for me.

19
You are my helper and my deliverer; *

do not tarry, O my God.

54 Deus, in nomine
or

Coverdale

1
Save me, O God, by your Name; *

in your might, defend my cause.

2
Hear my prayer, O God; *

give ear to the words of my mouth.

3
For the arrogant have risen up against me,

and the ruthless have sought my life, *

those who have no regard for God.

4
Behold, God is my helper; *

it is the Lord who sustains my life.

5
Render evil to those who spy on me; *

in your faithfulness, destroy them.

6
I will offer you a freewill sacrifice *

and praise your Name, O Lord, for it is good.

7
For you have rescued me from every trouble, *

and my eye has seen the ruin of my foes.

Gloria Patri

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Ghost:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and ever shall be.

World without end. Amen. Amen.

The Lessons

The First Lesson

A reading from the Book of Exodus 34:18-35

18
You shall keep the festival of unleavened bread. Seven days you shall eat unleavened bread, as I commanded you, at the time appointed in the month of Abib; for in the month of Abib you came out from Egypt. 19
All that first opens the womb is mine, all your male livestock, the firstborn of cow and sheep. 20
The firstborn of a donkey you shall redeem with a lamb, or if you will not redeem it you shall break its neck. All the firstborn of your sons you shall redeem. No one shall appear before me empty-handed. 21
Six days you shall work, but on the seventh day you shall rest; even in plowing time and in harvest time you shall rest. 22
You shall observe the festival of weeks, the first fruits of wheat harvest, and the festival of ingathering at the turn of the year. 23
Three times in the year all your males shall appear before the Lord God, the God of Israel. 24
For I will cast out nations before you, and enlarge your borders; no one shall covet your land when you go up to appear before the Lord your God three times in the year. 25
You shall not offer the blood of my sacrifice with leaven, and the sacrifice of the festival of the passover shall not be left until the morning. 26
The best of the first fruits of your ground you shall bring to the house of the Lord your God. You shall not boil a kid in its mother's milk. 27
The Lord said to Moses: Write these words; in accordance with these words I have made a covenant with you and with Israel.

28
He was there with the Lord forty days and forty nights; he neither ate bread nor drank water. And he wrote on the tablets the words of the covenant, the ten commandments. 29
Moses came down from Mount Sinai. As he came down from the mountain with the two tablets of the covenant in his hand, Moses did not know that the skin of his face shone because he had been talking with God. 30
When Aaron and all the Israelites saw Moses, the skin of his face was shining, and they were afraid to come near him. 31
But Moses called to them; and Aaron and all the leaders of the congregation returned to him, and Moses spoke with them. 32
Afterward all the Israelites came near, and he gave them in commandment all that the Lord had spoken with him on Mount Sinai. 33
When Moses had finished speaking with them, he put a veil on his face; 34
but whenever Moses went in before the Lord to speak with him, he would take the veil off, until he came out; and when he came out, and told the Israelites what he had been commanded, 35
the Israelites would see the face of Moses, that the skin of his face was shining; and Moses would put the veil on his face again, until he went in to speak with him.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

10 The Second Song of Isaiah
Quaerite Dominum

Isaiah 55:6-1

Seek the Lord while he wills to be found; *

call upon him when he draws near.

Let the wicked forsake their ways *

and the evil ones their thoughts;

And let them turn to the Lord, and he will have compassion, *

and to our God, for he will richly pardon.

For my thoughts are not your thoughts, *

nor your ways my ways, says the Lord.

For as the heavens are higher than the earth, *

so are my ways higher than your ways,

and my thoughts than your thoughts.

For as rain and snow fall from the heavens *

and return not again, but water the earth,

Bringing forth life and giving growth, *

seed for sowing and bread for eating,

So is my word that goes forth from my mouth; *

it will not return to me empty;

But it will accomplish that which I have purposed, *

and prosper in that for which I sent it.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Second Lesson

A reading from the First Letter to the Thessalonians 3:1-13

1
Therefore when we could bear it no longer, we decided to be left alone in Athens; 2
and we sent Timothy, our brother and co-worker for God in proclaiming the gospel of Christ, to strengthen and encourage you for the sake of your faith, 3
so that no one would be shaken by these persecutions. Indeed, you yourselves know that this is what we are destined for. 4
In fact, when we were with you, we told you beforehand that we were to suffer persecution; so it turned out, as you know. 5
For this reason, when I could bear it no longer, I sent to find out about your faith; I was afraid that somehow the tempter had tempted you and that our labor had been in vain.

6
But Timothy has just now come to us from you, and has brought us the good news of your faith and love. He has told us also that you always remember us kindly and long to see us—just as we long to see you. 7
For this reason, brothers and sisters, during all our distress and persecution we have been encouraged about you through your faith. 8
For we now live, if you continue to stand firm in the Lord. 9
How can we thank God enough for you in return for all the joy that we feel before our God because of you? 10
Night and day we pray most earnestly that we may see you face to face and restore whatever is lacking in your faith.

11
Now may our God and Father himself and our Lord Jesus direct our way to you. 12
And may the Lord make you increase and abound in love for one another and for all, just as we abound in love for you. 13
And may he so strengthen your hearts in holiness that you may be blameless before our God and Father at the coming of our Lord Jesus with all his saints.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

18 A Song to the Lamb
Dignus es

Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13

Splendor and honor and kingly power *

are yours by right, O Lord our God,

For you created everything that is, *

and by your will they were created and have their being;

And yours by right, O Lamb that was slain, *

for with your blood you have redeemed for God,

From every family, language, people, and nation, *

a kingdom of priests to serve our God.

And so, to him who sits upon the throne, *

and to Christ the Lamb,

Be worship and praise, dominion and splendor, *

for ever and for evermore.

The Gospel

A reading from the Gospel according to Matthew 5:27-37

27
"You have heard that it was said, 'You shall not commit adultery.' 28
But I say to you that everyone who looks at a woman with lust has already committed adultery with her in his heart. 29
If your right eye causes you to sin, tear it out and throw it away; it is better for you to lose one of your members than for your whole body to be thrown into hell. 30
And if your right hand causes you to sin, cut it off and throw it away; it is better for you to lose one of your members than for your whole body to go into hell. 31
"It was also said, 'Whoever divorces his wife, let him give her a certificate of divorce.' 32
But I say to you that anyone who divorces his wife, except on the ground of unchastity, causes her to commit adultery; and whoever marries a divorced woman commits adultery.

33
"Again, you have heard that it was said to those of ancient times, 'You shall not swear falsely, but carry out the vows you have made to the Lord.' 34
But I say to you, Do not swear at all, either by heaven, for it is the throne of God, 35
or by the earth, for it is his footstool, or by Jerusalem, for it is the city of the great King. 36
And do not swear by your head, for you cannot make one hair white or black. 37
Let your word be 'Yes, Yes' or 'No, No'; anything more than this comes from the evil one.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayers

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Let us pray.

Contemporary Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

The Suffrages

Save your people, Lord, and bless your inheritance;

Govern and uphold them, now and always.

Day by day we bless you;

We praise your Name for ever.

Lord, keep us from all sin today;

Have mercy on us, Lord, have mercy.

Lord, show us your love and mercy;

For we put our trust in you.

In you, Lord, is our hope;

And we shall never hope in vain.

Collect of the Day: The Fourth Sunday of Easter

God, whose Son Jesus 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.

A Collect for Mission

Lord Jesus Christ, you stretched out your arms of love on the hard wood of the cross that everyone might come within the reach of your saving embrace: So clothe us in your Spirit that we, reaching forth our hands in love, may bring those who do not know you to the knowledge and love of you; for the honor of your Name. Amen.

World Cycle of Prayer

We pray for the people of Guinea
.

Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

We pray for our sisters and brothers members of the United Methodist Church of Ivory Coast
.

A Collect for Fridays

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 your Son our Lord. Amen.

Intercessions

Let us pray now for our own needs and those of others.

Hymn: To my humble supplication

To my humble supplication

Lord, give ear and acceptation

Save thy servant, that hath none

Help nor hope but Thee alone. Amen.

Birthdays

Anniversaries

For Recovery from Sickness

For Travelers

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

For Those to be Baptized

For the Departed

Full list of prayers

For Our Enemies

O God, the Father of all, whose Son commanded us to love our enemies: Lead them and us from prejudice to truth; deliver them and us from hatred, cruelty, and revenge; and in your good time enable us all to stand reconciled before you; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For Social Justice

Grant, O God, that your holy and life-giving Spirit may so move every human heart, that barriers which divide us may crumble, suspicions disappear, and hatreds cease; that our divisions being healed, we may live in justice and peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For Young Persons

God our Father, you see your children growing up in an unsteady and confusing world: Show them that your ways give more life than the ways of the world, and that following you is better than chasing after selfish goals. Help them to take failure, not as a measure of their worth, but as a chance for a new start. Give them strength to hold their faith in you, and to keep alive their joy in your creation; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Hymn: Come, Thou Fount of every blessing

Come, Thou Fount of every blessing,

Tune my heart to sing Thy grace;

Streams of mercy, never ceasing,

Call for songs of loudest praise.

Teach me some melodious sonnet,

Sung by flaming tongues above;

Praise the mount! I'm fixed upon it,

Mount of Thy unchanging love.

[Interlude]

Here I'll raise my Ebenezer;

Hither by Thy help I'm come;

And I hope, by Thy good pleasure,

Safely to arrive at home.

Jesus sought me when a stranger,

Wand'ring from the fold of God;

He, to rescue me from danger,

Interposed His precious blood.

[Interlude]

Oh, to grace how great a debtor

Daily I'm constrained to be!

Let Thy grace now, like a fetter,

Bind my wandering heart to Thee.

"Prone to wander, Lord, I feel it,"

"Prone to leave the God I love."

"Here's my heart, O take and seal it,

Seal it for Thy courts above."

Singer: Sufjan Stevens

Words: Robert Robinson

A Prayer of Self-Dedication

Almighty and eternal God,

so draw our hearts to you,

so guide our minds,

so fill our imaginations,

so control our wills,

that we may be wholly yours,

utterly dedicated unto you;

and then use us, we pray you, as you will,

and always to your glory and the welfare of your people;

through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

The Ending

The General Thanksgiving

Almighty God, Father of all mercies,

we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks

for all your goodness and loving-kindness

to us and to all whom you have made.

We bless you for our creation, preservation,

and all the blessings of this life;

but above all for your immeasurable love

in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;

for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.

And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies,

that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise,

not only with our lips, but in our lives,

by giving up our selves to your service,

and by walking before you

in holiness and righteousness all our days;

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with us all evermore. Amen. 2 Corinthians 13:14

Hymn: God Be With You

God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus' feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

An Order of Service for Noonday

The Opening

Officiant

O God, make speed to save us.

People

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Officiant and People

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

A suitable hymn may be sung.

The Psalm

Psalm 126 In convertendo

1
When the Lord restored the fortunes of Zion, *

then were we like those who dream.

2
Then was our mouth filled with laughter, * a

nd our tongue with shouts of joy.

3
Then they said among the nations, *

The Lord has done great things for them.

4
The Lord has done great things for us, * a

nd we are glad indeed.

5
Restore our fortunes, O Lord, *

like the watercourses of the Negev.

6
Those who sowed with tears *

will reap with songs of joy.

7
Those who go out weeping, carrying the seed, *

will come again with joy, shouldering their sheaves.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

Officiant

From the rising of the sun to its setting my Name shall be great among the nations, and in every place incense shall be offered to my Name, and a pure offering; for my Name shall be great among the nations, says the Lord of Hosts. Malachi 1:11

People

Thanks be to God.

The Prayers

Officiant

Lord, have mercy.

People

Christ, have mercy.

Officiant

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant and People recite the Lord's Prayer.

Contemporary Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

Officiant

Lord, hear our prayer;

People

And let our cry come to you.

Officiant

Let us pray.

The Collect

Officiant

Lord Jesus Christ, you said to your apostles, Peace I give to you; my own peace I leave with you: Regard not our sins, but the faith of your Church, and give to us the peace and unity of that heavenly City, where with the Father and the Holy Spirit you live and reign, now and for ever.

Officiant and People

Amen.

Intercessions

Free intercessions may be offered.

Officiant

In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to your, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For our Presiding Bishop, for our own Bishop(s), for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who live and work in this community, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For yours is the majesty, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, now and for ever.

Officiant and People

Amen.

The Conclusion

Officiant

Let us bless the Lord.

People

Thanks be to God.

26 April

Noonday Prayer

The Psalm

Psalm 124 Nisi quia Dominus

1
If the LORD had not been on our side, *

let Israel now say;

2
If the LORD had not been on our side, *

when enemies rose up against us;

3
Then would they have swallowed us up alive *

in their fierce anger toward us;

4
Then would the waters have overwhelmed us *

and the torrent gone over us;

5
Then would the raging waters *

have gone right over us.

6
Blessed be the LORD! *

he has not given us over to be a prey for their teeth.

7
We have escaped like a bird from the snare of the fowler; *

the snare is broken, and we have escaped.

8
Our help is in the Name of the LORD, *

the maker of heaven and earth.

Glory to the Father,

and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

From the rising of the sun to its setting my Name shall be great among the nations, and in every place incense shall be offered to my Name, and a pure offering; for my Name shall be great among the nations, says the Lord of Hosts. Malachi 1:11

Thanks be to God.

Kyrie

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

The Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Heavenly Father, send your Holy Spirit into our hearts, to direct and rule us according to your will, to comfort us in all our afflictions, to defend us from all error, and to lead us into all truth; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Intercessions

In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to your, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For our Presiding Bishop, for our own Bishop(s), for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who live and work in this community, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For yours is the majesty, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, now and for ever.

Amen.

Conclusion

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

Jump to Compline

Friday

Evening Prayer

The Opening

Opening Sentence

Seek him who made the Pleiades and Orion, and turns deep darkness into the morning, and darkens the day into night; who calls for the waters of the sea and pours them out upon the surface of the earth: The Lord is his name. Amos 5:8

Hymn: My soul cries out with a joyful shout

My soul cries out with a joyful shout

that the God of my heart is great,

And my spirit sings of the wondrous things

that you bring to the ones who wait.

You fixed your sight on the servant's plight,

and my weakness you did not spurn,

So from east to west shall my name be blest.

Could the world be about to turn?

My heart shall sing of the day you bring.

Let the fires of your justice burn.

Wipe away all tears,

For the dawn draws near,

And the world is about to turn.

Though I am small, my God, my all,

you work great things in me.

And your mercy will last from the depths of the past

to the end of the age to be.

Your very name puts the proud to shame,

and for those who would for you yearn,

You will show your might, put the strong to flight,

for the world is about to turn.

My heart shall sing of the day you bring.

Let the fires of your justice burn.

Wipe away all tears,

For the dawn draws near,

And the world is about to turn.

From the halls of power to the fortress tower,

not a stone will be left on stone.

Let the king beware for your justice tears

every tyrant from his throne.

The hungry poor shall weep no more,

for the food they can never earn;

There are tables spread, ev'ry mouth be fed,

for the world is about to turn.

My heart shall sing of the day you bring.

Let the fires of your justice burn.

Wipe away all tears,

For the dawn draws near,

And the world is about to turn.

Though the nations rage from age to age,

we remember who holds us fast:

God's mercy must deliver us

from the conqueror's crushing grasp.

This saving word that our forbears heard

is the promise which holds us bound,

'Til the spear and rod can be crushed by God,

who is turning the world around.

My heart shall sing of the day you bring.

Let the fires of your justice burn.

Wipe away all tears,

For the dawn draws near,

And the world is about to turn.

My heart shall sing of the day you bring.

Let the fires of your justice burn.

Wipe away all tears,

For the dawn draws near,

And the world is about to turn.

Paraphrase of Luke 1:46-58 (Magnificat)

Words: Rory Cooney

Music: Thomas d'Urfey

Tune: Star of the County Down
(traditional Irish)

Confession

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned against you

in thought, word, and deed,

by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone.

We have not loved you with our whole heart;

we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,

have mercy on us and forgive us;

that we may delight in your will,

and walk in your ways,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen.

Versicle and Response

O God, make speed to save us.

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

O Gracious Light Phos hilaron

O gracious Light,

pure brightness of the everliving Father in heaven,

O Jesus Christ, holy and blessed!

Now as we come to the setting of the sun,

and our eyes behold the vesper light,

we sing your praises, O God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

You are worthy at all times to be praised by happy voices,

O Son of God, O Giver of life,

and to be glorified through all the worlds.

The Psalm Appointed

51:1-18 Miserere mei, Deus
or

Coverdale

1
Have mercy on me, O God, according to your

loving-kindness; *

in your great compassion blot out my offenses.

2
Wash me through and through from my wickedness *

and cleanse me from my sin.

3
For I know my transgressions, *

and my sin is ever before me.

4
Against you only have I sinned *

and done what is evil in your sight.

5
And so you are justified when you speak *

and upright in your judgment.

6
Indeed, I have been wicked from my birth, *

a sinner from my mother's womb.

7
For behold, you look for truth deep within me, *

and will make me understand wisdom secretly

8
Purge me from my sin, and I shall be pure; *

wash me, and I shall be clean indeed.

9
Make me hear of joy and gladness, *

that the body you have broken may rejoice.

10
Hide your face from my sins *

and blot out all my iniquities.

11
Create in me a clean heart, O God, *

and renew a right spirit within me.

12
Cast me not away from your presence *

and take not your holy Spirit from me.

13
Give me the joy of your saving help again *

and sustain me with your bountiful Spirit.

14
I shall teach your ways to the wicked, *

and sinners shall return to you.

15
Deliver me from death, O God, *

and my tongue shall sing of your righteousness,

O God of my salvation.

16
Open my lips, O Lord, *

and my mouth shall proclaim your praise.

17
Had you desired it, I would have offered sacrifice, *

but you take no delight in burnt-offerings.

18
The sacrifice of God is a troubled spirit; *

a broken and contrite heart, O God, you will not despise.

Gloria Patri

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Ghost:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and ever shall be.

World without end. Amen. Amen.

The Lesson

The Gospel

A reading from the Gospel according to Matthew 5:27-37

27
"You have heard that it was said, 'You shall not commit adultery.' 28
But I say to you that everyone who looks at a woman with lust has already committed adultery with her in his heart. 29
If your right eye causes you to sin, tear it out and throw it away; it is better for you to lose one of your members than for your whole body to be thrown into hell. 30
And if your right hand causes you to sin, cut it off and throw it away; it is better for you to lose one of your members than for your whole body to go into hell. 31
"It was also said, 'Whoever divorces his wife, let him give her a certificate of divorce.' 32
But I say to you that anyone who divorces his wife, except on the ground of unchastity, causes her to commit adultery; and whoever marries a divorced woman commits adultery.

33
"Again, you have heard that it was said to those of ancient times, 'You shall not swear falsely, but carry out the vows you have made to the Lord.' 34
But I say to you, Do not swear at all, either by heaven, for it is the throne of God, 35
or by the earth, for it is his footstool, or by Jerusalem, for it is the city of the great King. 36
And do not swear by your head, for you cannot make one hair white or black. 37
Let your word be 'Yes, Yes' or 'No, No'; anything more than this comes from the evil one.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The Song of Mary

Luke 1:46-55

Magnificat

My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord,

my spirit rejoices in God my Savior;*

for he has looked with favor on his lowly servant.

From this day all generations will call me blessed:*

the Almighty has done great things for me,

and holy is his Name.

He has mercy on those who fear him*

in every generation.

He has shown the strength of his arm,*

he has scattered the proud in their conceit.

He has cast down the mighty from their thrones,*

and has lifted up the lowly.

He has filled the hungry with good things,*

and the rich he has sent away empty.

He has come to the help of his servant Israel,*

for he has remembered his promise of mercy,

The promise he made to our fathers,*

to Abraham and his children for ever.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Creed

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayers

The Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

The Suffrages

Show us your mercy, O Lord;

And grant us your salvation.

Clothe your ministers with righteousness;

Let your people sing with joy.

Give peace, O Lord, in all the world;

For only in you can we live in safety.

Lord, keep this nation under your care;

And guide us in the way of justice and truth.

Let your way be known upon earth;

Your saving health among all nations.

Let not the needy, O Lord, be forgotten;

Nor the hope of the poor be taken away.

Create in us clean hearts, O God;

And sustain us with your Holy Spirit.

The Collect of the Day: The Fourth Sunday of Easter

God, whose Son Jesus 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.

For Mission

O God, you have made of one blood all the peoples of the earth, and sent your blessed Son to preach peace to those who are far off and to those who are near: Grant that people everywhere may seek after you and find you; bring the nations into your fold; pour out your Spirit upon all flesh, and hasten the coming of your kingdom; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

World Cycle of Prayer

We pray for the people of Eritrea
.

Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

We pray for our sisters and brothers members of the United Church in Jamaica and the Cayman Islands
.

A Collect for Fridays

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 your Son our Lord. Amen.

Hymn: To my humble supplication

To my humble supplication

Lord, give ear and acceptation

Save thy servant, that hath none

Help nor hope but Thee alone. Amen.

Prayers and Intercessions

Let us pray now for our own needs and those of others.

Birthdays

Anniversaries

For Recovery from Sickness

For Travelers

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

For Those to be Baptized

For the Departed

Full list of prayers

For Clergy and People

Almighty and everlasting God, from whom cometh every good and perfect gift: Send down upon our bishops, and other clergy, and upon the congregations committed to their charge, the healthful Spirit of thy grace; and, that they may truly please thee, pour upon them the continual dew of thy blessing. Grant this, O Lord, for the honor of our Advocate and Mediator, Jesus Christ. Amen.

For the Unity of the Church

O God the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, our only Savior, the Prince of Peace: Give us grace seriously to lay to heart the great dangers we are in by our unhappy divisions; take away all hatred and prejudice, and whatever else may hinder us from godly union and concord; that, as there is but one Body and one Spirit, one hope of our calling, one Lord, one Faith, one Baptism, one God and Father of us all, so we may be all of one heart and of one soul, united in one holy bond of truth and peace, of faith and charity, and may with one mind and one mouth glorify you; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For Monastic Orders and Vocations

O Lord Jesus Christ, you became poor for our sake, that we might be made rich through your poverty: Guide and sanctify, we pray, those whom you call to follow you under the vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience, that by their prayer and service they may enrich your Church, and by their life and worship may glorify your Name; for you reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Hymn: Night is come

Night is come; stars shine down

twinkling over field and town.

Now we stop here to pray:

"Thank you, God, for this day."

This one sleeps; this one wakes.

And each one comfort takes

from the Joy that surrounds

all Creation without bounds.

Day by day, year by year,

let us know You are near.

Night by night from above

teach us mercy, peace, and love.

A Prayer Attributed to St. Francis

Lord, make us instruments of your peace.

Where there is hatred, let us sow love;

where there is injury, pardon;

where there is discord, union;

where there is doubt, faith;

where there is despair, hope;

where there is darkness, light;

where there is sadness, joy.

Grant that we may not so much seek to be consoled as to console;

to be understood as to understand;

to be loved as to love.

For it is in giving that we receive;

it is in pardoning that we are pardoned;

and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life. Amen.

The Ending

The General Thanksgiving

Almighty God, Father of all mercies,

we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks

for all your goodness and loving-kindness

to us and to all whom you have made.

We bless you for our creation, preservation,

and all the blessings of this life;

but above all for your immeasurable love

in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;

for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.

And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies,

that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise,

not only with our lips, but in our lives,

by giving up our selves to your service,

and by walking before you

in holiness and righteousness all our days;

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with us all evermore. Amen. 2 Corinthians 13:14

Hymn: God Be With You

God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus' feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

26 April Compline

Opening Sentence

The Lord Almighty grant us a peaceful night and a perfect end.

Amen.

Our help is in the Name of the Lord;

The maker of heaven and earth.

Confession

Let us confess our sins to God.

Almighty God, our heavenly Father:

We have sinned against you,

through our own fault,

in thought, and word, and deed,

and in what we have left undone.

For the sake of your Son our Lord Jesus Christ,

forgive us all our offenses;

and grant that we may serve you

in newness of life,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

May the Almighty God grant us forgiveness of all our sins,and the grace and comfort of the Holy Spirit.

Amen.

Psalm 31 In te, Domine, speravi

1
In you, O LORD, have I taken refuge;

let me never be put to shame; *

deliver me in your righteousness.

2
Incline your ear to me; *

make haste to deliver me.

3
Be my strong rock, a castle to keep me safe,

for you are my crag and my stronghold; *

for the sake of your Name, lead me and guide me.

4
Take me out of the net that they have secretly set for me, *

for you are my tower of strength.

5
Into your hands I commend my spirit, *

for you have redeemed me,

O LORD, O God of truth.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

Lord, you are in the midst of us, and we are called by your Name: Do not forsake us, O Lord our God. Jeremiah 14:9,22

Thanks be to God.

Responses

Into your hands, O Lord, I commend my spirit;

For you have redeemed me, O Lord, O God of truth.

Keep us, O Lord, as the apple of your eye;

Hide us under the shadow of your wings.

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Be present, O merciful God, and protect us through the hours of this night, so that we who are wearied by the changes and chances of this life may rest in your eternal changelessness; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Prayer

O God, your unfailing providence sustains the world we live in and the life we live: Watch over those, both night and day, who work while others sleep, and grant that we may never forget that our common life depends upon each other's toil; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

The Song of Simeon

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Lord, you now have set your servant free *

to go in peace as you have promised;

For these eyes of mine have seen the Savior, *

whom you have prepared for all the world to see:

A Light to enlighten the nations, *

and the glory of your people Israel.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The almighty and merciful Lord, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, bless us and keep us.

Amen.

Jump to Noonday

Saturday

Morning Prayer

The Opening

Opening Sentence

Thus says the high and lofty One who inhabits eternity, whose name is Holy, 'I dwell in the high and holy place and also with the one who has a contrite and humble spirit, to revive the spirit of the humble and to revive the heart of the contrite.' Isaiah 57:15

Hymn: Lead me, Lord

Lead me, Lord,

lead me in Thy righteousness,

make Thy way plain before my face.

Lead me, Lord,

lead me in Thy righteousness,

make Thy way plain before my face.

For it is Thou, Lord,

Thou, Lord, only,

that makest me dwell in safety.

For it is Thou, Lord,

Thou, Lord, only,

that makest me dwell in safety.

Singers: The Choir of Somerville College, Oxford

Music and lyrics: Samuel Sebastian Wesley

Confession of Sin

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned against you

in thought, word, and deed,

by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone.

We have not loved you with our whole heart;

we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,

have mercy on us and forgive us;

that we may delight in your will,

and walk in your ways,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen.

The Invitatory and Psalter

Lord, open our lips.

And our mouth shall proclaim your praise.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

Antiphon

Worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness:

Come let us adore him.

Venite Psalm 95:1-7

Come, let us sing to the Lord; *

let us shout for joy to the Rock of our salvation.

Let us come before his presence with thanksgiving *

and raise a loud shout to him with psalms.

For the Lord is a great God, *

and a great King above all gods.

In his hand are the caverns of the earth, *

and the heights of the hills are his also.

The sea is his, for he made it, *

and his hands have molded the dry land.

Come, let us bow down, and bend the knee, *

and kneel before the Lord our Maker.

For he is our God,

and we are the people of his pasture and the sheep of his hand. *

Oh, that today you would hearken to his voice!

Worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness:

Come let us adore him.

The Psalm Appointed

55

or Coverdale

Exaudi, Deus

1
Hear my prayer, O God; *

do not hide yourself from my petition.

2
Listen to me and answer me; *

I have no peace, because of my cares.

3
I am shaken by the noise of the enemy *

and by the pressure of the wicked;

4
For they have cast an evil spell upon me *

and are set against me in fury.

5
My heart quakes within me, *

and the terrors of death have fallen upon me.

6
Fear and trembling have come over me, *

and horror overwhelms me.

7
And I said, "Oh, that I had wings like a dove! *

I would fly away and be at rest.

8
I would flee to a far-off place *

and make my lodging in the wilderness.

9
I would hasten to escape *

from the stormy wind and tempest."

10
Swallow them up, O Lord;

confound their speech; *

for I have seen violence and strife in the city.

11
Day and night the watchmen make their rounds

upon her walls, *

but trouble and misery are in the midst of her.

12
There is corruption at her heart; *

her streets are never free of oppression and deceit.

13
For had it been an adversary who taunted me,

then I could have borne it; *

or had it been an enemy who vaunted himself against me,

then I could have hidden from him.

14
But it was you, a man after my own heart, *

my companion, my own familiar friend.

15
We took sweet counsel together, *

and walked with the throng in the house of God.

16
Let death come upon them suddenly;

let them go down alive into the grave; *

for wickedness is in their dwellings, in their very midst.

17
But I will call upon God, *

and the Lord will deliver me.

18
In the evening, in the morning, and at noonday,

I will complain and lament, *

and he will hear my voice.

19
He will bring me safely back from the battle

waged against me; *

for there are many who fight me.

20
God, who is enthroned of old, will hear me and

bring them down; *

they never change; they do not fear God.

21
My companion stretched forth his hand against his comrade; *

he has broken his covenant.

22
His speech is softer than butter, *

but war is in his heart.

23
His words are smoother than oil, *

but they are drawn swords.

24
Cast your burden upon the Lord,

and he will sustain you; *

he will never let the righteous stumble.

25
For you will bring the bloodthirsty and deceitful *

down to the pit of destruction, O God.

26
They shall not live out half their days, *

but I will put my trust in you.

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be;

world without end. Amen. Amen.

The Lessons

The First Lesson

A reading from the Book of Exodus 40:18-38

18
Moses set up the tabernacle; he laid its bases, and set up its frames, and put in its poles, and raised up its pillars; 19
and he spread the tent over the tabernacle, and put the covering of the tent over it; as the Lord had commanded Moses. 20
He took the covenant and put it into the ark, and put the poles on the ark, and set the mercy seat above the ark; 21
and he brought the ark into the tabernacle, and set up the curtain for screening, and screened the ark of the covenant; as the Lord had commanded Moses. 22
He put the table in the tent of meeting, on the north side of the tabernacle, outside the curtain, 23
and set the bread in order on it before the Lord; as the Lord had commanded Moses. 24
He put the lampstand in the tent of meeting, opposite the table on the south side of the tabernacle, 25
and set up the lamps before the Lord; as the Lord had commanded Moses. 26
He put the golden altar in the tent of meeting before the curtain, 27
and offered fragrant incense on it; as the Lord had commanded Moses. 28
He also put in place the screen for the entrance of the tabernacle. 29
He set the altar of burnt offering at the entrance of the tabernacle of the tent of meeting, and offered on it the burnt offering and the grain offering as the Lord had commanded Moses. 30
He set the basin between the tent of meeting and the altar, and put water in it for washing, 31
with which Moses and Aaron and his sons washed their hands and their feet. 32
When they went into the tent of meeting, and when they approached the altar, they washed; as the Lord had commanded Moses. 33
He set up the court around the tabernacle and the altar, and put up the screen at the gate of the court. So Moses finished the work.

34
Then the cloud covered the tent of meeting, and the glory of the Lord filled the tabernacle. 35
Moses was not able to enter the tent of meeting because the cloud settled upon it, and the glory of the Lord filled the tabernacle. 36
Whenever the cloud was taken up from the tabernacle, the Israelites would set out on each stage of their journey; 37
but if the cloud was not taken up, then they did not set out until the day that it was taken up. 38
For the cloud of the Lord was on the tabernacle by day, and fire was in the cloud by night, before the eyes of all the house of Israel at each stage of their journey.

12 A Song of Creation
Benedicite, omnia opera Domini

Song of the Three Young Men, 35-65

Invocation

Glorify the Lord, all you works of the Lord, *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

In the firmament of his power, glorify the Lord, *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

I The Cosmic Order

Glorify the Lord, you angels and all powers of the Lord, *

O heavens and all waters above the heavens.

Sun and moon and stars of the sky, glorify the Lord, *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

Glorify the Lord, every shower of rain and fall of dew, *

all winds and fire and heat.

Winter and summer, glorify the Lord, *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

Glorify the Lord, O chill and cold, *

drops of dew and flakes of snow.

Frost and cold, ice and sleet, glorify the Lord, *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

Glorify the Lord, O nights and days, *

O shining light and enfolding dark.

Storm clouds and thunderbolts, glorify the Lord, *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

II The Earth and its Creatures

Let the earth glorify the Lord, *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

Glorify the Lord, O mountains and hills, and all that grows upon the earth, *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

Glorify the Lord, O springs of water, seas, and streams, *

O whales and all that move in the waters.

All birds of the air, glorify the Lord, *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

Glorify the Lord, O beasts of the wild, *

and all you flocks and herds.

O men and women everywhere, glorify the Lord, *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

III The People of God

Let the people of God glorify the Lord, *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

Glorify the Lord, O priests and servants of the Lord, *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

Glorify the Lord, O spirits and souls of the righteous, *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

You that are holy and humble of heart, glorify the Lord, *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

Doxology

Let us glorify the Lord: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

In the firmament of his power, glorify the Lord, *

praise him and highly exalt him for ever.

The Second Lesson

A reading from the First Letter to the Thessalonians 4:1-12

1
Finally, brothers and sisters, we ask and urge you in the Lord Jesus that, as you learned from us how you ought to live and to please God (as, in fact, you are doing), you should do so more and more. 2
For you know what instructions we gave you through the Lord Jesus. 3
For this is the will of God, your sanctification: that you abstain from fornication; 4
that each one of you know how to control your own body in holiness and honor, 5
not with lustful passion, like the Gentiles who do not know God; 6
that no one wrong or exploit a brother or sister in this matter, because the Lord is an avenger in all these things, just as we have already told you beforehand and solemnly warned you. 7
For God did not call us to impurity but in holiness. 8
Therefore whoever rejects this rejects not human authority but God, who also gives his Holy Spirit to you.

9
Now concerning love of the brothers and sisters, you do not need to have anyone write to you, for you yourselves have been taught by God to love one another; 10
and indeed you do love all the brothers and sisters throughout Macedonia. But we urge you, beloved, to do so more and more, 11
to aspire to live quietly, to mind your own affairs, and to work with your hands, as we directed you, 12
so that you may behave properly toward outsiders and be dependent on no one.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

19 The Song of the Redeemed
Magna et mirabilia

Revelation 15:3-4

O ruler of the universe, Lord God,

great deeds are they that you have done, *

surpassing human understanding.

Your ways are ways of righteousness and truth, *

O King of all the ages.

Who can fail to do you homage, Lord,

and sing the praises of your Name? *

for you only are the holy One.

All nations will draw near and fall down before you, *

because your just and holy works have been revealed.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Gospel

A reading from the Gospel according to Matthew 5:38-48

38
"You have heard that it was said, 'An eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth.' 39
But I say to you, Do not resist an evildoer. But if anyone strikes you on the right cheek, turn the other also; 40
and if anyone wants to sue you and take your coat, give your cloak as well; 41
and if anyone forces you to go one mile, go also the second mile. 42
Give to everyone who begs from you, and do not refuse anyone who wants to borrow from you.

43
"You have heard that it was said, 'You shall love your neighbor and hate your enemy.' 44
But I say to you, Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, 45
so that you may be children of your Father in heaven; for he makes his sun rise on the evil and on the good, and sends rain on the righteous and on the unrighteous. 46
For if you love those who love you, what reward do you have? Do not even the tax collectors do the same? 47
And if you greet only your brothers and sisters, what more are you doing than others? Do not even the Gentiles do the same? 48
Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly Father is perfect.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayers

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Let us pray.

Contemporary Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

Suffrages

Save your people, Lord, and bless your inheritance;

Govern and uphold them, now and always.

Day by day we bless you;

We praise your Name for ever.

Lord, keep us from all sin today;

Have mercy on us, Lord, have mercy.

Lord, show us your love and mercy;

For we put our trust in you.

In you, Lord, is our hope;

And we shall never hope in vain.

Collect of the Day: The Fourth Sunday of Easter

God, whose Son Jesus 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.

A Collect for Mission

Lord Jesus Christ, you stretched out your arms of love on the hard wood of the cross that everyone might come within the reach of your saving embrace: So clothe us in your Spirit that we, reaching forth our hands in love, may bring those who do not know you to the knowledge and love of you; for the honor of your Name. Amen.

World Cycle of Prayer

We pray for the people of Guinea
.

Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

We pray for our sisters and brothers members of the United Methodist Church of Ivory Coast
.

A Collect for Saturdays

Almighty God, who after the creation of the world rested from all your works and sanctified a day of rest for all your creatures: Grant that we, putting away all earthly anxieties, may be duly prepared for the service of your sanctuary, and that our rest here upon earth may be a preparation for the eternal rest promised to your people in heaven; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Intercessions

Let us pray now for our own needs and those of others.

Hymn: To my humble supplication

To my humble supplication

Lord, give ear and acceptation

Save thy servant, that hath none

Help nor hope but Thee alone. Amen.

Birthdays

Anniversaries

For Recovery from Sickness

For Travelers

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

For Those to be Baptized

For the Departed

Full list of prayers

For Joy in God's Creation

O heavenly Father, who has filled the world with beauty: Open our eyes to behold your gracious hand in all your works; that, rejoicing in your whole creation, we may learn to serve you with gladness; for the sake of him through whom all things were made, your Son Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For the Good Use of Leisure

O God, in the course of this busy life, give us times of refreshment and peace; and grant that we may so use our leisure to rebuild our bodies and renew our minds, that our spirits may be opened to the goodness of your creation; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For the Unemployed

Heavenly Father, we remember before you those who suffer want and anxiety from lack of work. Guide the people of this land so to use our public and private wealth that all may find suitable and fulfilling employment, and receive just payment for their labor; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Hymn: My soul cries out with a joyful shout

My soul cries out with a joyful shout

that the God of my heart is great,

And my spirit sings of the wondrous things

that you bring to the one who waits.

You fixed your sight on the servant's plight,

and my weakness you did not spurn,

So from east to west shall my name be blest.

Could the world be about to turn?

My heart shall sing of the day you bring.

Let the fires of your justice burn.

Wipe away all tears,

For the dawn draws near,

And the world is about to turn.

Though I am small, my God, my all,

you work great things in me.

And your mercy will last from the depths of the past

to the end of the age to be.

Your very name puts the proud to shame,

and those who would for you yearn,

You will show your might, put the strong to flight,

for the world is about to turn.

My heart shall sing of the day you bring.

Let the fires of your justice burn.

Wipe away all tears,

For the dawn draws near,

And the world is about to turn.

From the halls of power to the fortress tower,

not a stone will be left on stone.

Let the king beware for your justice tears

every tyrant from his throne.

The hungry poor shall weep no more,

for the food they can never earn;

These are tables spread, ev'ry mouth be fed,

for the world is about to turn.

My heart shall sing of the day you bring.

Let the fires of your justice burn.

Wipe away all tears,

For the dawn draws near,

And the world is about to turn.

Though the nations rage from age to age,

we remember who holds us fast:

God's mercy must deliver us

from the conqueror's crushing grasp.

This saving word that our forbears heard

is the promise that holds us bound,

'Til the spear and rod be crushed by God,

who is turning the world around.

My heart shall sing of the day you bring.

Let the fires of your justice burn.

Wipe away all tears,

For the dawn draws near,

And the world is about to turn.

My heart shall sing of the day you bring.

Let the fires of your justice burn.

Wipe away all tears,

For the dawn draws near,

And the world is about to turn.

Paraphrase of Luke 1:46-58 (Magnificat)

Words: Rory Cooney

Music: Thomas d'Urfey

Tune: Star of the County Down
(traditional Irish)

A Prayer Attributed to St. Francis

Lord, make us instruments of your peace.

Where there is hatred, let us sow love;

where there is injury, pardon;

where there is discord, union;

where there is doubt, faith;

where there is despair, hope;

where there is darkness, light;

where there is sadness, joy.

Grant that we may not so much seek to be consoled as to console;

to be understood as to understand;

to be loved as to love.

For it is in giving that we receive;

it is in pardoning that we are pardoned;

and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life. Amen.

The Ending

The General Thanksgiving

Almighty God, Father of all mercies,

we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks

for all your goodness and loving-kindness

to us and to all whom you have made.

We bless you for our creation, preservation,

and all the blessings of this life;

but above all for your immeasurable love

in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;

for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.

And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies,

that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise,

not only with our lips, but in our lives,

by giving up our selves to your service,

and by walking before you

in holiness and righteousness all our days;

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Glory to God whose power, working in us, can do infinitely more than we can ask or imagine: Glory to him from generation to generation in the Church, and in Christ Jesus for ever and ever. Amen. Ephesians 3:20, 21

Hymn: God Be With You

God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus' feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

An Order of Service for Noonday

The Opening

Officiant

O God, make speed to save us.

People

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Officiant and People

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

A suitable hymn may be sung.

The Psalm

Psalm 119 Lucerna pedibus meis

105
Your word is a lantern to my feet *

and a light upon my path.

106
I have sworn and am determined *

to keep your righteous judgments.

107
I am deeply troubled; *

preserve my life, O Lord, according to your word.

108
Accept, O Lord, the willing tribute of my lips, *

and teach me your judgments.

109
My life is always in my hand, *

yet I do not forget your law.

110
The wicked have set a trap for me, *

but I have not strayed from your commandments.

111
Your decrees are my inheritance for ever; *

truly, they are the joy of my heart.

112
I have applied my heart to fulfill your statutes *

for ever and to the end.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

Officiant

The love of God has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit that has been given to us. Romans 5:5

People

Thanks be to God.

The Prayers

Officiant

Lord, have mercy.

People

Christ, have mercy.

Officiant

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant and People recite the Lord's Prayer.

Contemporary Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

Officiant

Lord, hear our prayer;

People

And let our cry come to you.

Officiant

Let us pray.

The Collect

Officiant

Heavenly Father, send your Holy Spirit into our hearts, to direct and rule us according to your will, to comfort us in all our afflictions, to defend us from all error, and to lead us into all truth; through Jesus Christ our Lord.

Officiant and People

Amen.

Intercessions

Free intercessions may be offered.

Officiant

In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to your, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For our Presiding Bishop, for our own Bishop(s), for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who live and work in this community, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For yours is the majesty, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, now and for ever.

Officiant and People

Amen.

The Conclusion

Officiant

Let us bless the Lord.

People

Thanks be to God.

27 April

Noonday Prayer

The Psalm

Psalm 125 Qui confidunt

1
Those who trust in the LORD are like Mount Zion, *

which cannot be moved, but stands fast for ever.

2
The hills stand about Jerusalem; *

so does the LORD stand round about his people,

from this time forth for evermore.

3
The scepter of the wicked shall not hold sway over the land allotted to the just, *

so that the just shall not put their hands to evil.

4
Show your goodness, O LORD, to those who are good *

and to those who are true of heart.

5
As for those who turn aside to crooked ways,

the LORD will lead them away with the evildoers; *

but peace be upon Israel.

Glory to the Father,

and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

The love of God has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit that has been given to us. Romans 5:5

Thanks be to God.

Kyrie

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

The Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Blessed Savior, at this hour you hung upon the cross, stretching out your loving arms: Grant that all the peoples of the earth may look to you and be saved; for your tender mercies' sake. Amen.

Intercessions

In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to your, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For our Presiding Bishop, for our own Bishop(s), for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who live and work in this community, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For yours is the majesty, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, now and for ever.

Amen.

Conclusion

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

Jump to Compline

Saturday

Evening Prayer

The Opening

Opening Sentence

Jesus said, "I am the light of the world; whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life." John 8:12

Hymn: Lead, kindly Light

Lead, kindly Light, amid th'encircling gloom,

lead thou me on!

The night is dark, and I am far from home;

lead thou me on!

Keep thou my feet; I do not ask to see

the distant scene; one step enough for me.

I was not ever thus, nor prayed that thou

shouldst lead me on;

I loved to choose and see my path;

lead thou me on!

I loved the garish day, and, spite of fears,

pride ruled my will: remember not past years!

So long thy power hath blessed me, sure it still

will lead me on.

O'er moor and fen, o'er crag and torrent, till

the night is gone,

And with the morn those angel faces smile,

which I have loved long since, and lost awhile!

Singers: Wells Cathedral Choir

Words: John Henry Newman

Music: William H Harris

Tune: Alberta

Confession

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned against you

in thought, word, and deed,

by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone.

We have not loved you with our whole heart;

we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,

have mercy on us and forgive us;

that we may delight in your will,

and walk in your ways,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen.

Versicle and Response

O God, make speed to save us.

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

O Gracious Light Phos hilaron

O gracious Light,

pure brightness of the everliving Father in heaven,

O Jesus Christ, holy and blessed!

Now as we come to the setting of the sun,

and our eyes behold the vesper light,

we sing your praises, O God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

You are worthy at all times to be praised by happy voices,

O Son of God, O Giver of life,

and to be glorified through all the worlds.

The Psalms Appointed

138 Confitebor tibi
or

Coverdale

1
I will give thanks to you, O Lord, with my whole heart; *

before the gods I will sing your praise.

2
I will bow down toward your holy temple

and praise your Name, *

because of your love and faithfulness;

3
For you have glorified your Name *

and your word above all things.

4
When I called, you answered me; *

you increased my strength within me.

5
All the kings of the earth will praise you, O Lord, *

when they have heard the words of your mouth.

6
They will sing of the ways of the Lord, *

that great is the glory of the Lord.

7
Though the Lord be high, he cares for the lowly; *

he perceives the haughty from afar.

8
Though I walk in the midst of trouble, you keep me safe; *

you stretch forth your hand against the fury of my enemies;

your right hand shall save me.

9
The Lord will make good his purpose for me; *

O Lord, your love endures for ever;

do not abandon the works of your hands.

139:1-17 Domine, probasti
or

Coverdale

1
Lord, you have searched me out and known me; *

you know my sitting down and my rising up;

you discern my thoughts from afar.

2
You trace my journeys and my resting-places *

and are acquainted with all my ways.

3
Indeed, there is not a word on my lips, *

but you, O Lord, know it altogether.

4
You press upon me behind and before *

and lay your hand upon me.

5
Such knowledge is too wonderful for me; *

it is so high that I cannot attain to it.

6
Where can I go then from your Spirit? *

where can I flee from your presence?

7
If I climb up to heaven, you are there; *

if I make the grave my bed, you are there also.

8
If I take the wings of the morning *

and dwell in the uttermost parts of the sea,

9
Even there your hand will lead me *

and your right hand hold me fast.

10
If I say, "Surely the darkness will cover me, *

and the light around me turn to night,"

11
Darkness is not dark to you;

the night is as bright as the day; *

darkness and light to you are both alike.

12
For you yourself created my inmost parts; *

you knit me together in my mother's womb.

13
I will thank you because I am marvelously made; *

your works are wonderful, and I know it well.

14
My body was not hidden from you, *

while I was being made in secret

and woven in the depths of the earth.

15
Your eyes beheld my limbs, yet unfinished in the womb;

all of them were written in your book; *

they were fashioned day by day,

when as yet there was none of them.

16
How deep I find your thoughts, O God! *

how great is the sum of them!

17
If I were to count them, they would be more in number

than the sand; *

to count them all, my life span would need to

be like yours.

Gloria Patri

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Ghost:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and ever shall be.

World without end. Amen. Amen.

The Lesson

The Gospel

A reading from the Gospel according to Matthew 5:38-48

38
"You have heard that it was said, 'An eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth.' 39
But I say to you, Do not resist an evildoer. But if anyone strikes you on the right cheek, turn the other also; 40
and if anyone wants to sue you and take your coat, give your cloak as well; 41
and if anyone forces you to go one mile, go also the second mile. 42
Give to everyone who begs from you, and do not refuse anyone who wants to borrow from you.

43
"You have heard that it was said, 'You shall love your neighbor and hate your enemy.' 44
But I say to you, Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, 45
so that you may be children of your Father in heaven; for he makes his sun rise on the evil and on the good, and sends rain on the righteous and on the unrighteous. 46
For if you love those who love you, what reward do you have? Do not even the tax collectors do the same? 47
And if you greet only your brothers and sisters, what more are you doing than others? Do not even the Gentiles do the same? 48
Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly Father is perfect.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The Song of Mary

Luke 1:46-55

Magnificat

My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord,

my spirit rejoices in God my Savior;*

for he has looked with favor on his lowly servant.

From this day all generations will call me blessed:*

the Almighty has done great things for me,

and holy is his Name.

He has mercy on those who fear him*

in every generation.

He has shown the strength of his arm,*

he has scattered the proud in their conceit.

He has cast down the mighty from their thrones,*

and has lifted up the lowly.

He has filled the hungry with good things,*

and the rich he has sent away empty.

He has come to the help of his servant Israel,*

for he has remembered his promise of mercy,

The promise he made to our fathers,*

to Abraham and his children for ever.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Creed

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayers

The Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

The Suffrages

That this evening may be holy, good, and peaceful,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That your holy angels may lead us in paths of peace and goodwill,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That we may be pardoned and forgiven for our sins and offenses,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That there may be peace to your Church and to the whole world,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That we may depart this life in your faith and fear, and not be condemned before the great judgment seat of Christ,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That we may be bound together by your Holy Spirit in the communion of all your saints, entrusting one another and all our life to Christ,

We entreat you, O Lord.

The Collect of the Day: The Fourth Sunday of Easter

God, whose Son Jesus 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.

For Mission

Keep watch, dear Lord, with those who work, or watch, or weep this night, and give your angels charge over those who sleep. Tend the sick, Lord Christ; give rest to the weary, bless the dying, soothe the suffering, pity the afflicted, shield the joyous; and all for your love's sake. Amen.

World Cycle of Prayer

We pray for the people of Estonia
.

Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

We pray for our sisters and brothers members of the United Church in Papua New Guinea
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A Collect for Saturdays

O God, the source of eternal light: Shed forth your unending day upon us who watch for you, that our lips may praise you, our lives may bless you, and our worship on the morrow give you glory; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Intercessions

Let us pray now for our own needs and those of others.

Hymn: To my humble supplication

To my humble supplication

Lord, give ear and acceptation

Save thy servant, that hath none

Help nor hope but Thee alone. Amen.

Birthdays

Anniversaries

For Recovery from Sickness

For Travelers

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

For Those to be Baptized

For the Departed

Full list of prayers

For Sound Government

O Lord our Governor, bless the leaders of our land, that we may be a people at peace among ourselves and a blessing to other nations of the earth.

Lord, keep this nation under your care.

To all who have executive authority and to all who have administrative authority, grant wisdom and grace in the exercise of their duties.

Give grace to your servants, O Lord.

To those who make our laws give courage, wisdom, and foresight to provide for the needs of all our people, and to fulfill our obligations in the community of nations.

Give grace to your servants, O Lord.

To the Judges and officers of our Courts give understanding and integrity, that human rights may be safeguarded and justice served.

Give grace to your servants, O Lord.

And finally, teach our people to rely on your strength and to accept their responsibilities to their fellow citizens, that they may elect trustworthy leaders and make wise decisions for the well-being of our society; that we may serve you faithfully in our generation and honor your holy Name.

For yours is the kingdom, O Lord, and you are exalted as head above all. Amen.

For Schools and Colleges

O Eternal God, bless all schools, colleges, and universities, that they may be lively centers for sound learning, new discovery, and the pursuit of wisdom; and grant that those who teach and those who learn may find you to be the source of all truth; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For the Harvest of Lands and Waters

O gracious Father, who open your hand and fills all living things: Bless the lands and waters, and multiply the harvests of the world; let your Spirit go forth, that it may renew the face of the earth; show your loving-kindness, that our land may give her increase; and save us from selfish use of what thou give, that men and women everywhere may give you thanks; through Christ our Lord. Amen.

Hymn: God is love

God is love: let heaven adore him;

God is love: let earth rejoice;

let creation sing before him,

and exalt him with one voice.

He who laid the earth's foundation,

he who spread the heavens above,

he who breathes through all creation,

he is love eternal love.

God is love: and though with blindness

sin afflicts the souls of men,

God's eternal loving-kindness

holds them fast and leads them in.

Sin and death and hell shall never

o'er us final triumph gain;

God is love, so Love for ever

o'er the universe must reign.

Singers: The congregation and choir of St. David's Cathderal, Wales

Words: Timothy Reese

Tune: Hydrofol

A Prayer of Self-Dedication

Almighty and eternal God,

so draw our hearts to you,

so guide our minds,

so fill our imaginations,

so control our wills,

that we may be wholly yours,

utterly dedicated unto you;

and then use us, we pray you, as you will,

and always to your glory and the welfare of your people;

through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

The Ending

The General Thanksgiving

Almighty God, Father of all mercies,

we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks

for all your goodness and loving-kindness

to us and to all whom you have made.

We bless you for our creation, preservation,

and all the blessings of this life;

but above all for your immeasurable love

in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;

for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.

And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies,

that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise,

not only with our lips, but in our lives,

by giving up our selves to your service,

and by walking before you

in holiness and righteousness all our days;

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with us all evermore. Amen. 2 Corinthians 13:14

Hymn: God Be With You

God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus' feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

Compline

Opening Sentence

The Lord Almighty grant us a peaceful night and a perfect end. Amen.

Our help is in the Name of the Lord;

The maker of heaven and earth.

Confession

Let us confess our sins to God.

Almighty God, our heavenly Father:

We have sinned against you,

through our own fault,

in thought, and word, and deed,

and in what we have left undone.

For the sake of your Son our Lord Jesus Christ,

forgive us all our offenses;

and grant that we may serve you

in newness of life,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

May the Almighty God grant us forgiveness of all our sins, and the grace and comfort of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

O God, make speed to save us.

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

Psalm 134 Ecce nunc

1 Behold now, bless the LORD, all you servants of the LORD, *

you that stand by night in the house of the LORD.

2 Lift up your hands in the holy place and bless the LORD; *

the LORD who made heaven and earth bless you out of Zion.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

Be sober, be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. Resist him, firm in your faith. 1 Peter 5:8-9a

Thanks be to God.

Responses

Into your hands, O Lord, I commend my spirit;

For you have redeemed me, O Lord, O God of truth.

Keep us, O Lord, as the apple of your eye;

Hide us under the shadow of your wings.

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Visit this place, O Lord, and drive far from it all snare of the enemy; let your holy angels dwell with us to preserve us in peace; and let your blessing be upon us always; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Prayer

We give thanks, O God, for revealing your Son Jesus Christ to us by the light of his resurrection: Grant that as we sing your glory at the close of this day, our joy may abound in the morning as we celebrate the Paschal mystery; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

The Song of Simeon

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Lord, you now have set your servant free *

to go in peace as you have promised;

For these eyes of mine have seen the Savior, *

whom you have prepared for all the world to see:

A Light to enlighten the nations, *

and the glory of your people Israel.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

The almighty and merciful Lord, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, bless us and keep us. Amen.

27 April Compline

Opening Sentence

The Lord Almighty grant us a peaceful night and a perfect end.

Amen.

Our help is in the Name of the Lord;

The maker of heaven and earth.

Confession

Let us confess our sins to God.

Almighty God, our heavenly Father:

We have sinned against you,

through our own fault,

in thought, and word, and deed,

and in what we have left undone.

For the sake of your Son our Lord Jesus Christ,

forgive us all our offenses;

and grant that we may serve you

in newness of life,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

May the Almighty God grant us forgiveness of all our sins,and the grace and comfort of the Holy Spirit.

Amen.

Psalm 91 Qui habitat

1
He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High, *

abides under the shadow of the Almighty.

2
He shall say to the LORD, "You are my refuge and my stronghold, *

my God in whom I put my trust."

3
He shall deliver you from the snare of the hunter *

and from the deadly pestilence.

4
He shall cover you with his pinions, and you shall find refuge under his wings; *

his faithfulness shall be a shield and buckler.

5
You shall not be afraid of any terror by night, *

nor of the arrow that flies by day;

6
Of the plague that stalks in the darkness, *

nor of the sickness that lays waste at mid-day.

7
A thousand shall fall at your side

and ten thousand at your right hand, *

but it shall not come near you.

8
Your eyes have only to behold *

to see the reward of the wicked.

9
Because you have made the LORD your refuge, *

and the Most High your habitation,

10
There shall no evil happen to you, *

neither shall any plague come near your dwelling.

11
For he shall give his angels charge over you, *

to keep you in all your ways.

12
They shall bear you in their hands, *

lest you dash your foot against a stone.

13
You shall tread upon the lion and the adder; *

you shall trample the young lion and the serpent under your feet.

14
Because he is bound to me in love,

therefore will I deliver him; *

I will protect him, because he knows my Name.

15
He shall call upon me, and I will answer him; *

I am with him in trouble;

I will rescue him and bring him to honor.

16
With long life will I satisfy him, *

and show him my salvation.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

May the God of peace, who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus, and great shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the eternal covenant, equip you with everything good that you may do his will, working in you that which is pleasing in his sight; through Jesus Christ, to whom be glory for ever and ever. Hebrews 13:20-21

Thanks be to God.

Responses

Into your hands, O Lord, I commend my spirit;

For you have redeemed me, O Lord, O God of truth.

Keep us, O Lord, as the apple of your eye;

Hide us under the shadow of your wings.

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Look down, O Lord, from your heavenly throne, and illumine this night with your celestial brightness; that by night as by day your people may glorify your holy Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Prayer

Keep watch, dear Lord, with those who work, or watch, or weep this night, and give your angels charge over those who sleep. Tend the sick, Lord Christ; give rest to the weary, bless the dying, soothe the suffering, pity the afflicted, shield the joyous; and all for your love's sake. Amen.

The Song of Simeon

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Lord, you now have set your servant free *

to go in peace as you have promised;

For these eyes of mine have seen the Savior, *

whom you have prepared for all the world to see:

A Light to enlighten the nations, *

and the glory of your people Israel.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The almighty and merciful Lord, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, bless us and keep us.

Amen.

Jump to Noonday

Sunday

Morning Prayer

The Opening

Opening Sentence

Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. Philippians 1:2

Hymn: When morning gilds the skies

When morning gilds the skies,

My heart awaking cries:

May Jesus Christ be praised!

Alike at work and prayer

To Jesus I repair:

May Jesus Christ be praised!

To Thee, my God above,

I cry with glowing love,

May Jesus Christ be praised!

The fairest graces spring

In hearts that ever sing,

May Jesus Christ be praised!

Confession of Sin

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned against you

in thought, word, and deed,

by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone.

We have not loved you with our whole heart;

we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,

have mercy on us and forgive us;

that we may delight in your will,

and walk in your ways,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen.

The Invitatory and Psalter

Lord, open our lips.

And our mouth shall proclaim your praise.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

Antiphon

The Spirit of the Lord renews the face of the Earth:

Come let us adore him.

Venite

Come let us sing to the Lord;*

let us shout for joy to the Rock of our salvation.

Let us come before his presence with thanksgiving*

and raise a loud shout to him with psalms.

For the Lord is a great God,*

and a great King above all gods.

In his hand are the caverns of the earth,*

and the heights of the hills are his also.

The sea is his, for he made it,*

and his hands have molded the dry land.

Come, let us bow down, and bend the knee,*

and kneel before the Lord our Maker.

For he is our God,

and we are the people of his pasture and the sheep of his hand.*

Oh, that today you would hearken to his voice!

Glory be to the Father and to the Son,

And to the Holy Spirit.

As it was in the beginning, is now,

And will be forever. Amen.

The Spirit of the Lord renews the face of the Earth:

Come let us adore him.

The Psalms Appointed

24 Domini est terra
or

Coverdale

1
The earth is the Lord's and all that is in it, *

the world and all who dwell therein.

2
For it is he who founded it upon the seas *

and made it firm upon the rivers of the deep.

3
"Who can ascend the hill of the Lord? *

and who can stand in his holy place?"

4
"Those who have clean hands and a pure heart, *

who have not pledged themselves to falsehood,

nor sworn by what is a fraud.

5
They shall receive a blessing from the Lord *

and a just reward from the God of their salvation."

6
Such is the generation of those who seek him, *

of those who seek your face, O God of Jacob.

7
Lift up your heads, O gates;

lift them high, O everlasting doors; *

and the King of glory shall come in.

8
"Who is this King of glory?" *

"The Lord, strong and mighty,

the Lord, mighty in battle."

9
Lift up your heads, O gates;

lift them high, O everlasting doors; *

and the King of glory shall come in.

10
"Who is he, this King of glory?" *

"The Lord of hosts,

he is the King of glory."

29 Afferte Domino
or

Coverdale

1
Ascribe to the Lord, you gods, *

ascribe to the Lord glory and strength.

2
Ascribe to the Lord the glory due his Name; *

worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness.

3
The voice of the Lord is upon the waters;

the God of glory thunders; *

the Lord is upon the mighty waters.

4
The voice of the Lord is a powerful voice; *

the voice of the Lord is a voice of splendor.

5
The voice of the Lord breaks the cedar trees; *

the Lord breaks the cedars of Lebanon;

6
He makes Lebanon skip like a calf, *

and Mount Hermon like a young wild ox.

7
The voice of the Lord splits the flames of fire;

the voice of the Lord shakes the wilderness; *

the Lord shakes the wilderness of Kadesh.

8
The voice of the Lord makes the oak trees writhe *

and strips the forests bare.

9
And in the temple of the Lord *

all are crying, "Glory!"

10
The Lord sits enthroned above the flood; *

the Lord sits enthroned as King for evermore.

11
The Lord shall give strength to his people; *

the Lord shall give his people the blessing of peace.

Gloria Patri

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Ghost:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and ever shall be.

World without end. Amen. Amen.

The Lessons

The First Lesson

A reading from the Book of Leviticus 8:1-13,30-36

1
The Lord spoke to Moses, saying: 2
Take Aaron and his sons with him, the vestments, the anointing oil, the bull of sin offering, the two rams, and the basket of unleavened bread; 3
and assemble the whole congregation at the entrance of the tent of meeting. 4
And Moses did as the Lord commanded him. When the congregation was assembled at the entrance of the tent of meeting, 5
Moses said to the congregation, "This is what the Lord has commanded to be done." 6
Then Moses brought Aaron and his sons forward, and washed them with water. 7
He put the tunic on him, fastened the sash around him, clothed him with the robe, and put the ephod on him. He then put the decorated band of the ephod around him, tying the ephod to him with it. 8
He placed the breastpiece on him, and in the breastpiece he put the Urim and the Thummim. 9
And he set the turban on his head, and on the turban, in front, he set the golden ornament, the holy crown, as the Lord commanded Moses. 10
Then Moses took the anointing oil and anointed the tabernacle and all that was in it, and consecrated them. 11
He sprinkled some of it on the altar seven times, and anointed the altar and all its utensils, and the basin and its base, to consecrate them. 12
He poured some of the anointing oil on Aaron's head and anointed him, to consecrate him. 13
And Moses brought forward Aaron's sons, and clothed them with tunics, and fastened sashes around them, and tied headdresses on them, as the Lord commanded Moses. 30
Then Moses took some of the anointing oil and some of the blood that was on the altar and sprinkled them on Aaron and his vestments, and also on his sons and their vestments. Thus he consecrated Aaron and his vestments, and also his sons and their vestments.

31
And Moses said to Aaron and his sons, "Boil the flesh at the entrance of the tent of meeting, and eat it there with the bread that is in the basket of ordination offerings, as I was commanded, 'Aaron and his sons shall eat it'; 32
and what remains of the flesh and the bread you shall burn with fire. 33
You shall not go outside the entrance of the tent of meeting for seven days, until the day when your period of ordination is completed. For it will take seven days to ordain you; 34
as has been done today, the Lord has commanded to be done to make atonement for you. 35
You shall remain at the entrance of the tent of meeting day and night for seven days, keeping the Lord's charge so that you do not die; for so I am commanded." 36
Aaron and his sons did all the things that the Lord commanded through Moses.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

8 The Song of Moses
Cantemus Domino

Exodus 15:1-6, 11-13, 17-18

I will sing to the Lord, for he is lofty and uplifted; *

the horse and its rider has he hurled into the sea.

The Lord is my strength and my refuge; *

the Lord has become my Savior.

This is my God and I will praise him, *

the God of my people and I will exalt him.

The Lord is a mighty warrior; *

Yahweh is his Name.

The chariots of Pharaoh and his army has he hurled into the sea; *

the finest of those who bear armor have been drowned in the Red Sea.

The fathomless deep has overwhelmed them; *

they sank into the depths like a stone.

Your right hand, O Lord, is glorious in might; *

your right hand, O Lord, has overthrown the enemy.

Who can be compared with you, O Lord, among the gods? *

who is like you, glorious in holiness,

awesome in renown, and worker of wonders?

You stretched forth your right hand; *

the earth swallowed them up.

With your constant love you led the people you redeemed; *

with your might you brought them in safety to your holy dwelling.

You will bring them in and plant them *

on the mount of your possession,

The resting-place you have made for yourself, O Lord, *

the sanctuary, O Lord, that your hand has established.

The Lord shall reign *

for ever and for ever. Amen.

The Second Lesson

A reading from the Book of Hebrews 12:1-14

1
Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight and the sin that clings so closely, and let us run with perseverance the race that is set before us, 2
looking to Jesus the pioneer and perfecter of our faith, who for the sake of the joy that was set before him endured the cross, disregarding its shame, and has taken his seat at the right hand of the throne of God. 3
Consider him who endured such hostility against himself from sinners, so that you may not grow weary or lose heart.

4
In your struggle against sin you have not yet resisted to the point of shedding your blood. 5
And you have forgotten the exhortation that addresses you as children— "My child, do not regard lightly the discipline of the Lord, or lose heart when you are punished by him; 6
for the Lord disciplines those whom he loves, and chastises every child whom he accepts." 7
Endure trials for the sake of discipline. God is treating you as children; for what child is there whom a parent does not discipline? 8
If you do not have that discipline in which all children share, then you are illegitimate and not his children. 9
Moreover, we had human parents to discipline us, and we respected them. Should we not be even more willing to be subject to the Father of spirits and live? 10
For they disciplined us for a short time as seemed best to them, but he disciplines us for our good, in order that we may share his holiness. 11
Now, discipline always seems painful rather than pleasant at the time, but later it yields the peaceful fruit of righteousness to those who have been trained by it. 12
Therefore lift your drooping hands and strengthen your weak knees, 13
and make straight paths for your feet, so that what is lame may not be put out of joint, but rather be healed. 14
Pursue peace with everyone, and the holiness without which no one will see the Lord.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

21 You are God
Te Deum laudamus

You are God: we praise you;

You are the Lord: we acclaim you;

You are the eternal Father:

All creation worships you.

To you all angels, all the powers of heaven,

Cherubim and Seraphim, sing in endless praise:

Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might,

heaven and earth are full of your glory.

The glorious company of apostles praise you.

The noble fellowship of prophets praise you.

The white-robed army of martyrs praise you.

Throughout the world the holy Church acclaims you;

Father, of majesty unbounded,

your true and only Son, worthy of all worship,

and the Holy Spirit, advocate and guide.

You, Christ, are the king of glory,

the eternal Son of the Father.

When you became man to set us free

you did not shun the Virgin's womb.

You overcame the sting of death

and opened the kingdom of heaven to all believers.

You are seated at God's right hand in glory.

We believe that you will come and be our judge.

Come then, Lord, and help your people,

bought with the price of your own blood,

and bring us with your saints

to glory everlasting.

The Gospel

A reading from the Gospel according to Luke 4:16-30

16
When he came to Nazareth, where he had been brought up, he went to the synagogue on the sabbath day, as was his custom. He stood up to read, 17
and the scroll of the prophet Isaiah was given to him. He unrolled the scroll and found the place where it was written: 18
"The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he has anointed me to bring good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim release to the captives and recovery of sight to the blind, to let the oppressed go free, 19
to proclaim the year of the Lord's favor." 20
And he rolled up the scroll, gave it back to the attendant, and sat down. The eyes of all in the synagogue were fixed on him. 21
Then he began to say to them, "Today this scripture has been fulfilled in your hearing." 22
All spoke well of him and were amazed at the gracious words that came from his mouth. They said, "Is not this Joseph's son?" 23
He said to them, "Doubtless you will quote to me this proverb, 'Doctor, cure yourself!' And you will say, 'Do here also in your hometown the things that we have heard you did at Capernaum.'" 24
And he said, "Truly I tell you, no prophet is accepted in the prophet's hometown. 25
But the truth is, there were many widows in Israel in the time of Elijah, when the heaven was shut up three years and six months, and there was a severe famine over all the land; 26
yet Elijah was sent to none of them except to a widow at Zarephath in Sidon. 27
There were also many lepers in Israel in the time of the prophet Elisha, and none of them was cleansed except Naaman the Syrian." 28
When they heard this, all in the synagogue were filled with rage. 29
They got up, drove him out of the town, and led him to the brow of the hill on which their town was built, so that they might hurl him off the cliff. 30
But he passed through the midst of them and went on his way.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayers

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Let us pray.

Contemporary Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

The Suffrages

Show us your mercy, O Lord;

And grant us your salvation.

Clothe your ministers with righteousness;

Let your people sing with joy.

Give peace, O Lord, in all the world;

For only in you can we live in safety.

Lord, keep this nation under your care;

And guide us in the way of justice and truth.

Let your way be known upon earth;

Your saving health among all nations.

Let not the needy, O Lord, be forgotten;

Nor the hope of the poor be taken away.

Create in us clean hearts, O God;

And sustain us with your Holy Spirit.

Collect of the Day: The Fifth Sunday of Easter

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 life; 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.

A Collect for Sundays

O God, you make us glad with the weekly remembrance of the glorious resurrection of your Son our Lord: Give us this day such blessing through our worship of you, that the week to come may be spent in your favor; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

A Collect for Mission

Almighty and everlasting God, by whose Spirit the whole body of your faithful people is governed and sanctified: Receive our supplications and prayers which we offer before you for all members of your holy Church, that in their vocation and ministry they may truly and devoutly serve you; through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

World Cycle of Prayer

We pray for the people of Guinea-Bissau
.

Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

We pray for our sisters and brothers members of the United Presbyterian Church of Brazil
.

Intercessions

Let us pray now for our own needs and those of others.

Hymn: To my humble supplication

To my humble supplication

Lord, give ear and acceptation

Save thy servant, that hath none

Help nor hope but Thee alone. Amen.

Birthdays

Anniversaries

For Recovery from Sickness

For Travelers

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

For Those to be Baptized

For the Departed

Full list of prayers

For the Church

Gracious Father, we pray for your holy Catholic Church. Fill it with all truth, in all truth with all peace. Where it is corrupt, purify it; where it is in error, direct it; where in any thing it is amiss, reform it. Where it is right, strengthen it; where it is in want, provide for it; where it is divided, reunite it; for the sake of Jesus Christ your Son our Savior. Amen.

For Church Musicians and Artists

O God, whom saints and angels delight to worship in heaven: Be ever present with your servants who seek through art and music to perfect the praises offered by your people on earth; and grant to them even now glimpses of your beauty, and make them worthy at length to behold it unveiled for evermore; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For Families

Almighty God, our heavenly Father, who places solitary persons in families: We commend to your continual care the homes in which your people dwell. Put far from them, we beseech you, every root of bitterness, the desire of vainglory, and the pride of life. Fill them with faith, virtue, knowledge, temperance, patience, and godliness. Knit together in constant affection those who, in marriage, have been made one flesh. Turn the hearts of the parents to the children, and the hearts of the children to the parents; and so enkindle fervent charity among us all, that we may evermore be kindly one to another; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Hymn: The Lord is my shepherd

The Lord is my shepherd I shall not want,

He maketh me to lie down in green pastures,

He leadeth me beside the still waters.

The Lord is my shepherd I shall not want,

He maketh me to lie down in green pastures,

He leadeth me beside the still waters.

Yea though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death I will fear no evil,

Yea though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death I will fear no evil,

For you are with me,

You will comfort me

For you are with me,

You will comfort me,

Comfort me.

Surely goodness and mercy,

shall follow me all the days of my life,

and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.

Forever

Forever

Forever

Forever

Singers: Elin Manahan Thomas and the choir of St. David's Catherdral, Wales

Music: Howard Goodall

A Prayer Attributed to St. Francis

Lord, make us instruments of your peace.

Where there is hatred, let us sow love;

where there is injury, pardon;

where there is discord, union;

where there is doubt, faith;

where there is despair, hope;

where there is darkness, light;

where there is sadness, joy.

Grant that we may not so much seek to be consoled as to console;

to be understood as to understand;

to be loved as to love.

For it is in giving that we receive;

it is in pardoning that we are pardoned;

and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life. Amen.

The Ending

The General Thanksgiving

Almighty God, Father of all mercies,

we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks

for all your goodness and loving-kindness

to us and to all whom you have made.

We bless you for our creation, preservation,

and all the blessings of this life;

but above all for your immeasurable love

in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;

for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.

And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies,

that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise,

not only with our lips, but in our lives,

by giving up our selves to your service,

and by walking before you

in holiness and righteousness all our days;

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with us all evermore. Amen. 2 Corinthians 13:14

Hymn: God Be With You

God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus' feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

An Order of Service for Noonday

The Opening

Officiant

O God, make speed to save us.

People

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Officiant and People

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

A suitable hymn may be sung.

The Psalm

Psalm 121 Levavi oculos

1
I lift up my eyes to the hills; *

from where is my help to come?

2
My help comes from the LORD, *

the maker of heaven and earth.

3
He will not let your foot be moved *

and he who watches over you will not fall asleep.

4
Behold, he who keeps watch over Israel *

shall neither slumber nor sleep;

5
The Lord himself watches over you; *

the Lord is your shade at your right hand,

6
So that the sun shall not strike you by day, *

nor the moon by night.

7
The Lord shall preserve you from all evil; *

it is he who shall keep you safe.

8
The Lord shall watch over your going out and

your coming in, *

from this time forth for evermore.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

Officiant

If anyone is in Christ he is a new creation; the old has passed away, behold the new has come. All this is from God, who through Christ reconciled us to himself and gave us the ministry of reconciliation. 2 Corinthians 5:17-18

People

Thanks be to God.

The Prayers

Officiant

Lord, have mercy.

People

Christ, have mercy.

Officiant

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant and People recite the Lord's Prayer.

Contemporary Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

Officiant

Lord, hear our prayer;

People

And let our cry come to you.

Officiant

Let us pray.

The Collect

Officiant

Blessed Savior, at this hour you hung upon the cross, stretching out your loving arms: Grant that all the peoples of the earth may look to you and be saved; for your tender mercies sake.

Officiant and People

Amen.

Intercessions

Free intercessions may be offered.

Officiant

In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to your, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For our Presiding Bishop, for our own Bishop(s), for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who live and work in this community, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For yours is the majesty, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, now and for ever.

Officiant and People

Amen.

The Conclusion

Officiant

Let us bless the Lord.

People

Thanks be to God.

28 April

Noonday Prayer

The Psalm

Psalm 127 Nisi Dominus

1
Unless the LORD builds the house, *

their labor is in vain who build it.

2
Unless the LORD watches over the city, *

in vain the watchman keeps his vigil.

3
It is in vain that you rise so early and go to bed so late; *

vain, too, to eat the bread of toil,

for he gives to his beloved sleep.

4
Children are a heritage from the LORD, *

and the fruit of the womb is a gift.

5
Like arrows in the hand of a warrior *

are the children of one's youth.

6
Happy is the man who has his quiver full of them! *

he shall not be put to shame

when he contends with his enemies in the gate.

Glory to the Father,

and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

If anyone is in Christ he is a new creation; the old has passed away, behold the new has come. All this is from God, who through Christ reconciled us to himself and gave us the ministry of reconciliation. 2 Corinthians 5:17-18

Thanks be to God.

Kyrie

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

The Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Almighty Savior, who at noonday called your servant Saint Paul to be an apostle to the Gentiles: We pray you to illumine the world with the radiance of your glory, that all nations may come and worship you; for you live and reign for ever and ever. Amen.

Intercessions

In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to your, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For our Presiding Bishop, for our own Bishop(s), for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who live and work in this community, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For yours is the majesty, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, now and for ever.

Amen.

Conclusion

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

Jump to Compline

Sunday

Evening Prayer

The Opening

Opening Sentence

Let my prayer be set forth in your sight as incense, the lifting up of my hands as the evening sacrifice. Psalm 141:2

Hymn: Lead, kindly Light

Lead, kindly Light, amid th'encircling gloom,

lead thou me on!

The night is dark, and I am far from home;

lead thou me on!

Keep thou my feet; I do not ask to see

the distant scene; one step enough for me.

I was not ever thus, nor prayed that thou

shouldst lead me on;

I loved to choose and see my path;

lead thou me on!

I loved the garish day, and, spite of fears,

pride ruled my will: remember not past years!

So long thy power hath blessed me, sure it still

will lead me on.

O'er moor and fen, o'er crag and torrent, till

the night is gone,

And with the morn those angel faces smile,

which I have loved long since, and lost awhile!

Singers: Wells Cathedral Choir

Words: John Henry Newman

Music: William H Harris

Tune: Alberta

Confession

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned against you

in thought, word, and deed,

by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone.

We have not loved you with our whole heart;

we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,

have mercy on us and forgive us;

that we may delight in your will,

and walk in your ways,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen.

Versicle and Response

O God, make speed to save us.

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

O Gracious Light Phos hilaron

O gracious Light,

pure brightness of the everliving Father in heaven,

O Jesus Christ, holy and blessed!

Now as we come to the setting of the sun,

and our eyes behold the vesper light,

we sing your praises, O God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

You are worthy at all times to be praised by happy voices,

O Son of God, O Giver of life,

and to be glorified through all the worlds.

The Psalms Appointed

8 Domine, Dominus noster
or

Coverdale

1
O Lord our Governor, *

how exalted is your Name in all the world!

2
Out of the mouths of infants and children *

your majesty is praised above the heavens.

3
You have set up a stronghold against your adversaries, *

to quell the enemy and the avenger.

4
When I consider your heavens, the work of your fingers, *

the moon and the stars you have set in their courses,

5
What is man that you should be mindful of him? *

the son of man that you should seek him out?

6
You have made him but little lower than the angels; *

you adorn him with glory and honor;

7
You give him mastery over the works of your hands; *

you put all things under his feet:

8
All sheep and oxen, *

even the wild beasts of the field,

9
The birds of the air, the fish of the sea, *

and whatsoever walks in the paths of the sea.

10
O Lord our Governor, *

how exalted is your Name in all the world!

84 Quam dilecta!
or

Coverdale

1
How dear to me is your dwelling, O Lord of hosts! *

My soul has a desire and longing for the courts of

the Lord;

my heart and my flesh rejoice in the living God.

2
The sparrow has found her a house

and the swallow a nest where she may lay her young; *

by the side of your altars, O Lord of hosts,

my King and my God.

3
Happy are they who dwell in your house! *

they will always be praising you.

4
Happy are the people whose strength is in you! *

whose hearts are set on the pilgrims' way.

5
Those who go through the desolate valley will find

it a place of springs, *

for the early rains have covered it with pools of water.

6
They will climb from height to height, *

and the God of gods will reveal himself in Zion.

7
Lord God of hosts, hear my prayer; *

hearken, O God of Jacob.

8
Behold our defender, O God; *

and look upon the face of your Anointed.

9
For one day in your courts is better than

a thousand in my own room, *

and to stand at the threshold of the house of my God

than to dwell in the tents of the wicked.

10
For the Lord God is both sun and shield; *

he will give grace and glory;

11
No good thing will the Lord withhold *

from those who walk with integrity.

12
O Lord of hosts, *

happy are they who put their trust in you!

Gloria Patri

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Ghost:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and ever shall be.

World without end. Amen. Amen.

The Lesson

The Gospel

A reading from the Gospel according to Luke 4:16-30

16
When he came to Nazareth, where he had been brought up, he went to the synagogue on the sabbath day, as was his custom. He stood up to read, 17
and the scroll of the prophet Isaiah was given to him. He unrolled the scroll and found the place where it was written: 18
"The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he has anointed me to bring good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim release to the captives and recovery of sight to the blind, to let the oppressed go free, 19
to proclaim the year of the Lord's favor." 20
And he rolled up the scroll, gave it back to the attendant, and sat down. The eyes of all in the synagogue were fixed on him. 21
Then he began to say to them, "Today this scripture has been fulfilled in your hearing." 22
All spoke well of him and were amazed at the gracious words that came from his mouth. They said, "Is not this Joseph's son?" 23
He said to them, "Doubtless you will quote to me this proverb, 'Doctor, cure yourself!' And you will say, 'Do here also in your hometown the things that we have heard you did at Capernaum.'" 24
And he said, "Truly I tell you, no prophet is accepted in the prophet's hometown. 25
But the truth is, there were many widows in Israel in the time of Elijah, when the heaven was shut up three years and six months, and there was a severe famine over all the land; 26
yet Elijah was sent to none of them except to a widow at Zarephath in Sidon. 27
There were also many lepers in Israel in the time of the prophet Elisha, and none of them was cleansed except Naaman the Syrian." 28
When they heard this, all in the synagogue were filled with rage. 29
They got up, drove him out of the town, and led him to the brow of the hill on which their town was built, so that they might hurl him off the cliff. 30
But he passed through the midst of them and went on his way.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The Song of Mary

Luke 1:46-55

Magnificat

My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord,

my spirit rejoices in God my Savior;*

for he has looked with favor on his lowly servant.

From this day all generations will call me blessed:*

the Almighty has done great things for me,

and holy is his Name.

He has mercy on those who fear him*

in every generation.

He has shown the strength of his arm,*

he has scattered the proud in their conceit.

He has cast down the mighty from their thrones,*

and has lifted up the lowly.

He has filled the hungry with good things,*

and the rich he has sent away empty.

He has come to the help of his servant Israel,*

for he has remembered his promise of mercy,

The promise he made to our fathers,*

to Abraham and his children for ever.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Creed

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayers

The Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

The Suffrages

That this evening may be holy, good, and peaceful,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That your holy angels may lead us in paths of peace and goodwill,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That we may be pardoned and forgiven for our sins and offenses,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That there may be peace to your Church and to the whole world,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That we may depart this life in your faith and fear, and not be condemned before the great judgment seat of Christ,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That we may be bound together by your Holy Spirit in the communion of all your saints, entrusting one another and all our life to Christ,

We entreat you, O Lord.

Collect of the Day: Fifth Sunday of Easter

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 life; 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.

For Mission

Keep watch, dear Lord, with those who work, or watch, or weep this night, and give your angels charge over those who sleep. Tend the sick, Lord Christ; give rest to the weary, bless the dying, soothe the suffering, pity the afflicted, shield the joyous; and all for your love's sake. Amen.

World Cycle of Prayer

We pray for the people of Eswatini
.

Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

We pray for our sisters and brothers members of the United Church in the Solomon Islands
.

A Collect for Sundays

Lord God, whose Son our Savior Jesus Christ triumphed over the powers of death and prepared for us our place in the new Jerusalem; Grant that we, who have this day given thanks for his resurrection, may praise you in that City of which he is the light, and where he lives and reigns, for ever and ever. Amen.

Intercessions

Let us pray now for our own needs and those of others.

Hymn: To my humble supplication

To my humble supplication

Lord, give ear and acceptation

Save thy servant, that hath none

Help nor hope but Thee alone. Amen.

Birthdays

Anniversaries

For Recovery from Sickness

For Travelers

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

For Those to be Baptized

For the Departed

Full list of prayers

For Courts of Justice

Lord Jesus, for our sake you were condemned as a criminal: Visit our jails and prisons with your pity and judgment. Remember all prisoners, and bring the guilty to repentance and amendment of life according to your will, and give them hope for their future. When any are held unjustly, bring them release; forgive us, and teach us to improve our justice. Remember those who work in these institutions; keep them humane and compassionate; and save them from becoming brutal or callous. And since what we do for those in prison, O Lord, we do for you, constrain us to improve their lot. All this we ask for your mercy's sake. Amen.

For Those Who Suffer for the Sake of Conscience

O God our Father, whose Son forgave his enemies while he was suffering shame and death: Strengthen those who suffer for the sake of conscience; when they are accused, save them from speaking in hate; when they are rejected, save them from bitterness; when they are imprisoned, save them from despair; and to us your servants, give grace to respect their witness and to discern the truth, that our society may be cleansed and strengthened. This we ask for the sake of Jesus Christ, our merciful and righteous Judge. Amen.

For Towns and Rural Areas

Lord Christ, when you came among us, you proclaimed the kingdom of God in villages, towns, and lonely places: Grant that your presence and power may be known throughout this land. Have mercy upon all of us who live and work in rural areas; and grant that all the people of our nation may give thanks to you for food and drink and all other bodily necessities of life, respect those who labor to produce them, and honor the land and the water from which these good things come. All this we ask in your holy Name. Amen.

Hymn: Let all the world

Let all the world in every corner sing,

my God and King!

The heavens are not too high,

his praise may thither fly,

the earth is not too low,

his praises there may grow.

Let all the world in every corner sing,

my God, my God and King!

Let all the world in every corner sing,

my God and King!

The church with psalms must shout,

no door can keep them out;

but, above all, the heart must bear the longest part.

Let all the world in every corner sing,

my God, my God, my God and King!

Singers: The Coventry Cathedral Choir

Music: George Dyson

Conductor: Rupert Jeffcoat

Organ: Diane Bish

A Prayer Attributed to St. Francis

Lord, make us instruments of your peace.

Where there is hatred, let us sow love;

where there is injury, pardon;

where there is discord, union;

where there is doubt, faith;

where there is despair, hope;

where there is darkness, light;

where there is sadness, joy.

Grant that we may not so much seek to be consoled as to console;

to be understood as to understand;

to be loved as to love.

For it is in giving that we receive;

it is in pardoning that we are pardoned;

and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life. Amen.

The Ending

The General Thanksgiving

Almighty God, Father of all mercies,

we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks

for all your goodness and loving-kindness

to us and to all whom you have made.

We bless you for our creation, preservation,

and all the blessings of this life;

but above all for your immeasurable love

in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;

for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.

And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies,

that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise,

not only with our lips, but in our lives,

by giving up our selves to your service,

and by walking before you

in holiness and righteousness all our days;

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with us all evermore. Amen. 2 Corinthians 13:14

Hymn: God Be With You

God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus' feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

28 April Compline

Opening Sentence

The Lord Almighty grant us a peaceful night and a perfect end.

Amen.

Our help is in the Name of the Lord;

The maker of heaven and earth.

Confession

Let us confess our sins to God.

Almighty God, our heavenly Father:

We have sinned against you,

through our own fault,

in thought, and word, and deed,

and in what we have left undone.

For the sake of your Son our Lord Jesus Christ,

forgive us all our offenses;

and grant that we may serve you

in newness of life,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

May the Almighty God grant us forgiveness of all our sins,and the grace and comfort of the Holy Spirit.

Amen.

Psalm 134 Ecce nunc

1
Behold now, bless the LORD, all you servants of the LORD, *

you that stand by night in the house of the LORD.

2
Lift up your hands in the holy place and bless the LORD; *

the LORD who made heaven and earth bless you out of Zion.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

Be sober, be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. Resist him, firm in your faith. 1 Peter 5:8-9a

Thanks be to God.

Responses

Into your hands, O Lord, I commend my spirit;

For you have redeemed me, O Lord, O God of truth.

Keep us, O Lord, as the apple of your eye;

Hide us under the shadow of your wings.

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Visit this place, O Lord, and drive far from it all snare of the enemy; let your holy angels dwell with us to preserve us in peace; and let your blessing be upon us always; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Prayer

O God, your unfailing providence sustains the world we live in and the life we live: Watch over those, both night and day, who work while others sleep, and grant that we may never forget that our common life depends upon each other's toil; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

The Song of Simeon

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Lord, you now have set your servant free *

to go in peace as you have promised;

For these eyes of mine have seen the Savior, *

whom you have prepared for all the world to see:

A Light to enlighten the nations, *

and the glory of your people Israel.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The almighty and merciful Lord, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, bless us and keep us.

Amen.

Jump to Noonday

Monday

Morning Prayer

The Opening

Opening Sentence

Send out your light and your truth, that they may lead me, and bring me to your holy hill and to your dwelling. Psalm 43:3

Hymn: Alleluia! Alleluia! O praiséd be God

Alleluia! Alleluia! O praiséd be God,

All raise your voices,

Sing with thankful voices.

Thou, God, today hast given us joy.

Hold fast to Him

and praise His name eternal!

J.S. Bach

Confession of Sin

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned against you

in thought, word, and deed,

by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone.

We have not loved you with our whole heart;

we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,

have mercy on us and forgive us;

that we may delight in your will,

and walk in your ways,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen.

The Invitatory and Psalter

Lord, open our lips.

And our mouth shall proclaim your praise.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

Antiphon

The mercy of the Lord is everlasting:

Come let us adore him.

Jubilate
Psalm 100

Be joyful in the Lord, all you lands; *

serve the Lord with gladness

and come before his presence with a song.

Know this: The Lord himself is God; *

he himself has made us, and we are his;

we are his people and the sheep of his pasture.

Enter his gates with thanksgiving;

go into his courts with praise; *

give thanks to him and call upon his Name.

For the Lord is good;

his mercy is everlasting; *

and his faithfulness endures from age to age.

The mercy of the Lord is everlasting:

Come let us adore him.

The Psalms Appointed

56 Miserere mei, Deus
or

Coverdale

1
Have mercy on me, O God,

for my enemies are hounding me; *

all day long they assault and oppress me.

2
They hound me all the day long; *

truly there are many who fight against me, O Most High.

3
Whenever I am afraid, *

I will put my trust in you.

4
In God, whose word I praise,

in God I trust and will not be afraid, *

for what can flesh do to me?

5
All day long they damage my cause; *

their only thought is to do me evil.

6
They band together; they lie in wait; *

they spy upon my footsteps;

because they seek my life.

7
Shall they escape despite their wickedness? *

O God, in your anger, cast down the peoples.

8
You have noted my lamentation;

put my tears into your bottle; *

are they not recorded in your book?

9
Whenever I call upon you, my enemies will be put to flight; *

this I know, for God is on my side.

10
In God the Lord, whose word I praise,

in God I trust and will not be afraid, *

for what can mortals do to me?

11
I am bound by the vow I made to you, O God; *

I will present to you thank-offerings;

12
For you have rescued my soul from death and my feet

from stumbling, *

that I may walk before God in the light of the living.

57 Miserere mei, Deus
or

Coverdale

1
Be merciful to me, O God, be merciful,

for I have taken refuge in you; *

in the shadow of your wings will I take refuge

until this time of trouble has gone by.

2
I will call upon the Most High God, *

the God who maintains my cause.

3
He will send from heaven and save me;

he will confound those who trample upon me; *

God will send forth his love and his faithfulness.

4
I lie in the midst of lions that devour the people; *

their teeth are spears and arrows,

their tongue a sharp sword.

5
They have laid a net for my feet,

and I am bowed low; *

they have dug a pit before me,

but have fallen into it themselves.

6
Exalt yourself above the heavens, O God, *

and your glory over all the earth.

7
My heart is firmly fixed, O God, my heart is fixed; *

I will sing and make melody.

8
Wake up, my spirit;

awake, lute and harp; *

I myself will waken the dawn.

9
I will confess you among the peoples, O Lord; *

I will sing praise to you among the nations.

10
For your loving-kindness is greater than the heavens, *

and your faithfulness reaches to the clouds.

11
Exalt yourself above the heavens, O God, *

and your glory over all the earth.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: * as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Lessons

The First Lesson

A reading from the Book of Leviticus 16:1-19

1
The Lord spoke to Moses after the death of the two sons of Aaron, when they drew near before the Lord and died. 2
The Lord said to Moses: Tell your brother Aaron not to come just at any time into the sanctuary inside the curtain before the mercy seat that is upon the ark, or he will die; for I appear in the cloud upon the mercy seat. 3
Thus shall Aaron come into the holy place: with a young bull for a sin offering and a ram for a burnt offering. 4
He shall put on the holy linen tunic, and shall have the linen undergarments next to his body, fasten the linen sash, and wear the linen turban; these are the holy vestments. He shall bathe his body in water, and then put them on.

5
He shall take from the congregation of the people of Israel two male goats for a sin offering, and one ram for a burnt offering. 6
Aaron shall offer the bull as a sin offering for himself, and shall make atonement for himself and for his house. 7
He shall take the two goats and set them before the Lord at the entrance of the tent of meeting; 8
and Aaron shall cast lots on the two goats, one lot for the Lord and the other lot for Azazel. 9
Aaron shall present the goat on which the lot fell for the Lord, and offer it as a sin offering; 10
but the goat on which the lot fell for Azazel shall be presented alive before the Lord to make atonement over it, that it may be sent away into the wilderness to Azazel. 11
Aaron shall present the bull as a sin offering for himself, and shall make atonement for himself and for his house; he shall slaughter the bull as a sin offering for himself. 12
He shall take a censer full of coals of fire from the altar before the Lord, and two handfuls of crushed sweet incense, and he shall bring it inside the curtain 13
and put the incense on the fire before the Lord, that the cloud of the incense may cover the mercy seat that is upon the covenant, or he will die. 14
He shall take some of the blood of the bull, and sprinkle it with his finger on the front of the mercy seat, and before the mercy seat he shall sprinkle the blood with his finger seven times.

15
He shall slaughter the goat of the sin offering that is for the people and bring its blood inside the curtain, and do with its blood as he did with the blood of the bull, sprinkling it upon the mercy seat and before the mercy seat. 16
Thus he shall make atonement for the sanctuary, because of the uncleannesses of the people of Israel, and because of their transgressions, all their sins; and so he shall do for the tent of meeting, which remains with them in the midst of their uncleannes 17
No one shall be in the tent of meeting from the time he enters to make atonement in the sanctuary until he comes out and has made atonement for himself and for his house and for all the assembly of Israel. 18
Then he shall go out to the altar that is before the Lord and make atonement on its behalf, and shall take some of the blood of the bull and of the blood of the goat, and put it on each of the horns of the altar. 19
He shall sprinkle some of the blood on it with his finger seven times, and cleanse it and hallow it from the uncleannesses of the people of Israel.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

9 The First Song of Isaiah
Ecce, Deus

Isaiah 12:2-6

Surely, it is God who saves me; *

I will trust in him and not be afraid.

For the Lord is my stronghold and my sure defense, *

and he will be my Savior.

Therefore you shall draw water with rejoicing *

from the springs of salvation.

And on that day you shall say, *

Give thanks to the Lord and call upon his Name;

Make his deeds known among the peoples; *

see that they remember that his Name is exalted.

Sing the praises of the Lord, for he has done great things, *

and this is known in all the world.

Cry aloud, inhabitants of Zion, ring out your joy, *

for the great one in the midst of you is the Holy One of Israel.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Second Lesson

A reading from the First Letter to the Thessalonians 4:13-18

13
But we do not want you to be uninformed, brothers and sisters, about those who have died, so that you may not grieve as others do who have no hope. 14
For since we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so, through Jesus, God will bring with him those who have died. 15
For this we declare to you by the word of the Lord, that we who are alive, who are left until the coming of the Lord, will by no means precede those who have died. 16
For the Lord himself, with a cry of command, with the archangel's call and with the sound of God's trumpet, will descend from heaven, and the dead in Christ will rise first. 17
Then we who are alive, who are left, will be caught up in the clouds together with them to meet the Lord in the air; and so we will be with the Lord forever. 18
Therefore encourage one another with these words.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

19 The Song of the Redeemed
Magna et mirabilia

Revelation 15:3-4

O ruler of the universe, Lord God,

great deeds are they that you have done, *

surpassing human understanding.

Your ways are ways of righteousness and truth, *

O King of all the ages.

Who can fail to do you homage, Lord,

and sing the praises of your Name? *

for you only are the holy One.

All nations will draw near and fall down before you, *

because your just and holy works have been revealed.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Gospel

A reading from the Gospel according to Matthew 6:1-6,16-18

1
"Beware of practicing your piety before others in order to be seen by them; for then you have no reward from your Father in heaven. 2
"So whenever you give alms, do not sound a trumpet before you, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and in the streets, so that they may be praised by others. Truly I tell you, they have received their reward. 3
But when you give alms, do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing, 4
so that your alms may be done in secret; and your Father who sees in secret will reward you.

5
"And whenever you pray, do not be like the hypocrites; for they love to stand and pray in the synagogues and at the street corners, so that they may be seen by others. Truly I tell you, they have received their reward. 6
But whenever you pray, go into your room and shut the door and pray to your Father who is in secret; and your Father who sees in secret will reward you.

16
"And whenever you fast, do not look dismal, like the hypocrites, for they disfigure their faces so as to show others that they are fasting. Truly I tell you, they have received their reward. 17
But when you fast, put oil on your head and wash your face, 18
so that your fasting may be seen not by others but by your Father who is in secret; and your Father who sees in secret will reward you.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayers

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Let us pray.

Contemporary Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

The Suffrages

Save your people, Lord, and bless your inheritance;

Govern and uphold them, now and always.

Day by day we bless you;

We praise your Name for ever.

Lord, keep us from all sin today;

Have mercy on us, Lord, have mercy.

Lord, show us your love and mercy;

For we put our trust in you.

In you, Lord, is our hope;

And we shall never hope in vain.

Collect of the Day: The Fifth Sunday of Easter

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 life; 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.

A Collect for Mission

O God, you have made of one blood all the peoples of the earth, and sent your blessed Son to preach peace to those who are far off and to those who are near: Grant that people everywhere may seek after you and find you; bring the nations into your fold; pour out your Spirit upon all flesh; and hasten the coming of your kingdom; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

World Cycle of Prayer

We pray for the people of Guinea-Bissau
.

Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

We pray for our sisters and brothers members of the United Presbyterian Church of Brazil
.

A Collect for Peace

O God, the author of peace and lover of concord, to know you is eternal life and to serve you is perfect freedom: Defend us, your humble servants, in all assaults of our enemies; that we, surely trusting in your defense, may not fear the power of any adversaries; through the might of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Intercessions

Let us pray now for our own needs and those of others.

Hymn: To my humble supplication

To my humble supplication

Lord, give ear and acceptation

Save thy servant, that hath none

Help nor hope but Thee alone. Amen.

Birthdays

Anniversaries

For Recovery from Sickness

For Travelers

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

For Those to be Baptized

For the Departed

Full list of prayers

For All Sorts and Conditions

O God, the creator and preserver of all, we humbly beseech you for all sorts and conditions of people; that you would be pleased to make your ways known unto them, your saving health unto all nations. More especially we pray for your holy Church universal; that it may be so guided and governed by your good Spirit, that all who profess and call themselves Christians may be led into the way of truth, and hold the faith in unity of spirit, in the bond of peace, and in righteousness of life. Finally, we commend to your fatherly goodness all those who are in any ways afflicted or distressed, in mind, body, or estate; that it may please you to comfort and relieve them according to their several necessities, giving them patience under their sufferings, and a happy issue out of all their afflictions. And this we beg for Jesus Christ's sake. Amen.

For the Poor and Neglected

Almighty and most merciful God, we remember before you all poor and neglected persons whom it would be easy for us to forget: the homeless and the destitute, the old and the sick, and all who have none to care for them. Help us to heal those who are broken in body or spirit, and to turn their sorrow into joy. Grant this, Father, for the love of your Son, who for our sake became poor, Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For Those Who Live Alone

Almighty God, whose Son had nowhere to lay his head: Grant that those who live alone may not be lonely in their solitude, but that, following in his steps, they may find fulfillment in loving you and their neighbors; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Hymn: This is my Father's world

This is my Father's world,

and to my listening ears

all nature sings and round me rings

the music of the spheres.

This is my Father's world:

I rest me in the thought

of rocks and trees, of skies and seas,

his hands the wonders wrought.

This is my Father's world:

I rest me in the thought

of rocks and trees, of skies and seas,

his hands the wonders wrought.

This is my Father's world,

O let me ne'er forget

that though the wrong seems oft so strong,

God is the ruler yet.

This is my Father's world:

the battle is not done.

Jesus who died shall be satisfied

and heav'n and Earth be one.

This is my Father's world:

the battle is not done.

Jesus who died shall be satisfied

and heav'n and Earth be one.

Jesus who died shall be satisfied

and heav'n and Earth be one.

Choir: The Michael Curb Congregation

Words: Maltbie Davenport Babcock

Music: Franklin L. Sheppard Tune: Terra Beata

A Prayer of Self-Dedication

Almighty and eternal God,

so draw our hearts to you,

so guide our minds,

so fill our imaginations,

so control our wills,

that we may be wholly yours,

utterly dedicated unto you;

and then use us, we pray you, as you will,

and always to your glory and the welfare of your people;

through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

The Ending

The General Thanksgiving

Almighty God, Father of all mercies,

we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks

for all your goodness and loving-kindness

to us and to all whom you have made.

We bless you for our creation, preservation,

and all the blessings of this life;

but above all for your immeasurable love

in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;

for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.

And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies,

that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise,

not only with our lips, but in our lives,

by giving up our selves to your service,

and by walking before you

in holiness and righteousness all our days;

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with us all evermore. Amen. 2 Corinthians 13:14

Hymn: God Be With You

God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus' feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

An Order of Service for Noonday

The Opening

Officiant

O God, make speed to save us.

People

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Officiant and People

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

A suitable hymn may be sung.

The Psalm

Psalm 126 In convertendo

1
When the Lord restored the fortunes of Zion, *

then were we like those who dream.

2
Then was our mouth filled with laughter, * a

nd our tongue with shouts of joy.

3
Then they said among the nations, *

The Lord has done great things for them.

4
The Lord has done great things for us, * a

nd we are glad indeed.

5
Restore our fortunes, O Lord, *

like the watercourses of the Negev.

6
Those who sowed with tears *

will reap with songs of joy.

7
Those who go out weeping, carrying the seed, *

will come again with joy, shouldering their sheaves.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

Officiant

From the rising of the sun to its setting my Name shall be great among the nations, and in every place incense shall be offered to my Name, and a pure offering; for my Name shall be great among the nations, says the Lord of Hosts. Malachi 1:11

People

Thanks be to God.

The Prayers

Officiant

Lord, have mercy.

People

Christ, have mercy.

Officiant

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant and People recite the Lord's Prayer.

Contemporary Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

Officiant

Lord, hear our prayer;

People

And let our cry come to you.

Officiant

Let us pray.

The Collect

Officiant

Lord Jesus Christ, you said to your apostles, Peace I give to you; my own peace I leave with you: Regard not our sins, but the faith of your Church, and give to us the peace and unity of that heavenly City, where with the Father and the Holy Spirit you live and reign, now and for ever.

Officiant and People

Amen.

Intercessions

Free intercessions may be offered.

Officiant

In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to your, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For our Presiding Bishop, for our own Bishop(s), for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who live and work in this community, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For yours is the majesty, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, now and for ever.

Officiant and People

Amen.

The Conclusion

Officiant

Let us bless the Lord.

People

Thanks be to God.

29 April

Noonday Prayer

The Psalm

Psalm 128 Beati omnes

1
Happy are they all who fear the LORD, *

and who follow in his ways!

2
You shall eat the fruit of your labor; *

happiness and prosperity shall be yours.

3
Your wife shall be like a fruitful vine within your house, *

your children like olive shoots round about your table.

4
The man who fears the LORD *

shall thus indeed be blessed.

5
The LORD bless you from Zion, *

and may you see the prosperity of Jerusalem all the days of your life.

6
May you live to see your children's children; *

may peace be upon Israel.

Glory to the Father,

and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

From the rising of the sun to its setting my Name shall be great among the nations, and in every place incense shall be offered to my Name, and a pure offering; for my Name shall be great among the nations, says the Lord of Hosts. Malachi 1:11

Thanks be to God.

Kyrie

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

The Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Lord Jesus Christ, you said to your apostles, "Peace I give to you; my peace I leave with you:" Regard not our sins, but the faith of your Church, and give to us the peace and unity of that heavenly city, where with the Father and the Holy Spirit you live and reign, now and for ever. Amen.

Intercessions

In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to your, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For our Presiding Bishop, for our own Bishop(s), for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who live and work in this community, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For yours is the majesty, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, now and for ever.

Amen.

Conclusion

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

Jump to Compline

Monday

Evening Prayer

The Opening

Opening Sentence

If I say, "Surely the darkness will cover me, and the light around me turn to night," darkness is not dark to you, O Lord; the night is as bright as the day; darkness and light to you are both alike. Psalm 139:10, 11

Hymn: God of Love, God of Joy

God of Love, God of Joy

Father of light, I come before you

May the peace that transcends all understanding

Guard my heart and my mind

Protect my heart protect my mind

In Jesus Christ, our Lord.

Whatever is true, whatever is right,

Whatever is pure, and worthy of praise.

May such beauty fill my mind.

Love the Lord with all of your heart,

With all of your soul, with all of your mind.

May the God peace go with you.

May the God peace go with you.

God of love, God of joy

Father of light, I come before You.

May the peace that transcends all understanding

Guard my heart and my mind.

Protect my heart, protect my mind

In Jesus Christ, our Lord.

Singers: Calvary Chorale

Words: Larry Nickel

Confession

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned against you

in thought, word, and deed,

by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone.

We have not loved you with our whole heart;

we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,

have mercy on us and forgive us;

that we may delight in your will,

and walk in your ways,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen.

Versicle and Response

O God, make speed to save us.

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

O Gracious Light Phos hilaron

O gracious Light,

pure brightness of the everliving Father in heaven,

O Jesus Christ, holy and blessed!

Now as we come to the setting of the sun,

and our eyes behold the vesper light,

we sing your praises, O God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

You are worthy at all times to be praised by happy voices,

O Son of God, O Giver of life,

and to be glorified through all the worlds.

The Psalms Appointed

64 Exaudi, Deus
or

Coverdale

1
Hear my voice, O God, when I complain; *

protect my life from fear of the enemy.

2
Hide me from the conspiracy of the wicked, *

from the mob of evildoers.

3
They sharpen their tongue like a sword, *

and aim their bitter words like arrows,

4
That they may shoot down the blameless from ambush; *

they shoot without warning and are not afraid.

5
They hold fast to their evil course; *

they plan how they may hide their snares.

6
They say, "Who will see us?

who will find out our crimes? *

we have thought out a perfect plot."

7
The human mind and heart are a mystery; *

but God will loose an arrow at them,

and suddenly they will be wounded.

8
He will make them trip over their tongues, *

and all who see them will shake their heads.

9
Everyone will stand in awe and declare God's deeds; *

they will recognize his works.

10
The righteous will rejoice in the Lord and put their trust in him, *

and all who are true of heart will glory.

65 Te decet hymnus
or

Coverdale

1
You are to be praised, O God, in Zion; *

to you shall vows be performed in Jerusalem.

2
To you that hear prayer shall all flesh come, *

because of their transgressions.

3
Our sins are stronger than we are, *

but you will blot them out.

4
Happy are they whom you choose

and draw to your courts to dwell there! *

they will be satisfied by the beauty of your house,

by the holiness of your temple.

5
Awesome things will you show us in your righteousness,

O God of our salvation, *

O Hope of all the ends of the earth

and of the seas that are far away.

6
You make fast the mountains by your power; *

they are girded about with might.

7
You still the roaring of the seas, *

the roaring of their waves,

and the clamor of the peoples.

8
Those who dwell at the ends of the earth will tremble at your

marvelous signs; *

you make the dawn and the dusk to sing for joy.

9
You visit the earth and water it abundantly;

you make it very plenteous; *

the river of God is full of water.

10
You prepare the grain, *

for so you provide for the earth.

11
You drench the furrows and smooth out the ridges; *

with heavy rain you soften the ground and bless its increase.

12
You crown the year with your goodness, *

and your paths overflow with plenty.

13
May the fields of the wilderness be rich for grazing, *

and the hills be clothed with joy.

14
May the meadows cover themselves with flocks,

and the valleys cloak themselves with grain; *

let them shout for joy and sing.

Gloria Patri

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Ghost:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and ever shall be.

World without end. Amen. Amen.

The Lesson

The Gospel

A reading from the Gospel according to Matthew 6:1-6,16-18

1
"Beware of practicing your piety before others in order to be seen by them; for then you have no reward from your Father in heaven. 2
"So whenever you give alms, do not sound a trumpet before you, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and in the streets, so that they may be praised by others. Truly I tell you, they have received their reward. 3
But when you give alms, do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing, 4
so that your alms may be done in secret; and your Father who sees in secret will reward you.

5
"And whenever you pray, do not be like the hypocrites; for they love to stand and pray in the synagogues and at the street corners, so that they may be seen by others. Truly I tell you, they have received their reward. 6
But whenever you pray, go into your room and shut the door and pray to your Father who is in secret; and your Father who sees in secret will reward you.

16
"And whenever you fast, do not look dismal, like the hypocrites, for they disfigure their faces so as to show others that they are fasting. Truly I tell you, they have received their reward. 17
But when you fast, put oil on your head and wash your face, 18
so that your fasting may be seen not by others but by your Father who is in secret; and your Father who sees in secret will reward you.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The Song of Simeon

Luke 2:29-32

Nunc dimittis

Lord, you now have set your servant free*

to go in peace as you have promised;

For these eyes of mine have seen the Savior,*

whom you have prepared for all the world to see:

A Light to enlighten the nations,*

and the glory of your people Israel.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Creed

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayers

The Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

The Suffrages

Show us your mercy, O Lord;

And grant us your salvation.

Clothe your ministers with righteousness;

Let your people sing with joy.

Give peace, O Lord, in all the world;

For only in you can we live in safety.

Lord, keep this nation under your care;

And guide us in the way of justice and truth.

Let your way be known upon earth;

Your saving health among all nations.

Let not the needy, O Lord, be forgotten;

Nor the hope of the poor be taken away.

Create in us clean hearts, O God;

And sustain us with your Holy Spirit.

Collect of the Day: Fifth Sunday of Easter

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 life; 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.

For Mission

Lord Jesus Christ, you stretched out your arms of love on the hard wood of the cross that everyone might come within the reach of your saving embrace: So clothe us in your Spirit that we, reaching forth our hands in love, may bring those who do not know you to the knowledge and love of you; for the honor of your Name. Amen.

World Cycle of Prayer

We pray for the people of Ethiopia
.

Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

We pray for our sisters and brothers members of the United Church of Canada
.

A Collect for Peace

Most holy God, the source of all good desires, all right judgments, and all just works: Give to us, your servants, that peace which the world cannot give, so that our minds may be fixed on the doing of your will, and that we, being delivered from the fear of all enemies, may live in peace and quietness; through the mercies of Christ Jesus our Savior. Amen.

Intercessions

Let us pray now for our own needs and those of others.

Hymn: To my humble supplication

To my humble supplication

Lord, give ear and acceptation

Save thy servant, that hath none

Help nor hope but Thee alone. Amen.

Birthdays

Anniversaries

For Recovery from Sickness

For Travelers

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

For Those to be Baptized

For the Departed

Full list of prayers

For the Right Use of God's Gifts

Almighty God, whose loving hand has given us all that we possess: Grant us grace that we may honor you with our substance, and, remembering the account which we must one day give, may be faithful stewards of your bounty, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For Knowledge of God's Creation

Almighty and everlasting God, you made the universe with all its marvelous order, its atoms, worlds, and galaxies, and the infinite complexity of living creatures: Grant that, as we probe the mysteries of your creation, we may come to know you more truly, and more surely fulfill our role in your eternal purpose; in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For the Care of Children

Almighty God, heavenly Father, you have blessed us with the joy and care of children: Give us calm strength and patient wisdom as we bring them up, that we may teach them to love whatever is just and true and good, following the example of our Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

Hymn: Let all the world

Let all the world in every corner sing,

my God and King!

The heavens are not too high,

his praise may thither fly,

the earth is not too low,

his praises there may grow.

Let all the world in every corner sing,

my God, my God and King!

Let all the world in every corner sing,

my God and King!

The church with psalms must shout,

no door can keep them out;

but, above all, the heart must bear the longest part.

Let all the world in every corner sing,

my God, my God, my God and King!

Singers: The Coventry Cathedral Choir

Music: George Dyson

Conductor: Rupert Jeffcoat

Organ: Diane Bish

A Prayer Attributed to St. Francis

Lord, make us instruments of your peace.

Where there is hatred, let us sow love;

where there is injury, pardon;

where there is discord, union;

where there is doubt, faith;

where there is despair, hope;

where there is darkness, light;

where there is sadness, joy.

Grant that we may not so much seek to be consoled as to console;

to be understood as to understand;

to be loved as to love.

For it is in giving that we receive;

it is in pardoning that we are pardoned;

and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life. Amen.

The Ending

The General Thanksgiving

Almighty God, Father of all mercies,

we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks

for all your goodness and loving-kindness

to us and to all whom you have made.

We bless you for our creation, preservation,

and all the blessings of this life;

but above all for your immeasurable love

in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;

for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.

And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies,

that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise,

not only with our lips, but in our lives,

by giving up our selves to your service,

and by walking before you

in holiness and righteousness all our days;

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with us all evermore. Amen. 2 Corinthians 13:14

Hymn: God Be With You

God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus' feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

29 April Compline

Opening Sentence

The Lord Almighty grant us a peaceful night and a perfect end.

Amen.

Our help is in the Name of the Lord;

The maker of heaven and earth.

Confession

Let us confess our sins to God.

Almighty God, our heavenly Father:

We have sinned against you,

through our own fault,

in thought, and word, and deed,

and in what we have left undone.

For the sake of your Son our Lord Jesus Christ,

forgive us all our offenses;

and grant that we may serve you

in newness of life,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

May the Almighty God grant us forgiveness of all our sins,and the grace and comfort of the Holy Spirit.

Amen.

Psalm 4 Cum invocarem

1
Answer me when I call, O God, defender of my cause; *

you set me free when I am hard-pressed;

have mercy on me and hear my prayer.

2
"You mortals, how long will you dishonor my glory; *

how long will you worship dumb idols

and run after false gods?"

3
Know that the LORD does wonders for the faithful; *

when I call upon the LORD, he will hear me.

4
Tremble, then, and do not sin; *

speak to your heart in silence upon your bed.

5
Offer the appointed sacrifices *

and put your trust in the LORD.

6
Many are saying, "Oh, that we might see better times!" *

Lift up the light of your countenance upon us, O LORD.

7
You have put gladness in my heart, *

more than when grain and wine and oil increase.

8
I lie down in peace; at once I fall asleep; *

for only you, LORD, make me dwell in safety.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

Lord, you are in the midst of us, and we are called by your Name: Do not forsake us, O Lord our God. Jeremiah 14:9,22

Thanks be to God.

Responses

Into your hands, O Lord, I commend my spirit;

For you have redeemed me, O Lord, O God of truth.

Keep us, O Lord, as the apple of your eye;

Hide us under the shadow of your wings.

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Be our light in the darkness, O Lord, and in your great mercy defend us from all perils and dangers of this night; for the love of your only Son, our Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

Prayer

We give thanks, O God, for revealing your Son Jesus Christ to us by the light of his resurrection: Grant that as we sing your glory at the close of this day, our joy may abound in the morning as we celebrate the Paschal mystery; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

The Song of Simeon

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Lord, you now have set your servant free *

to go in peace as you have promised;

For these eyes of mine have seen the Savior, *

whom you have prepared for all the world to see:

A Light to enlighten the nations, *

and the glory of your people Israel.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The almighty and merciful Lord, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, bless us and keep us.

Amen.

Jump to Noonday

Tuesday

Morning Prayer

The Opening

Opening Sentence

I was glad when they said to me, "Let us go to the house of the Lord." Psalm 122:1

Hymn: Today I awake

Today I awake and God is before me.

At night, as I dreamt, God summoned the day;

For God never sleeps but patterns the morning

with slithers of gold or glory in grey.

Today I arise and Christ is beside me.

He walked through the dark to scatter new light,

Yes, Christ is alive, and beckons his people

to hope and to heal, resist and invite.

Today I affirm the Spirit within me

at worship and work, in struggle and rest.

The Spirit inspires all life which is changing

from fearing to faith, from broken to blest.

Today I enjoy the Trinity round me,

above and beneath, before and behind;

The Maker, the Son, the Spirit together

they called me to life and call me their friend.

Words and Music: John Bell

Confession of Sin

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned against you

in thought, word, and deed,

by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone.

We have not loved you with our whole heart;

we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,

have mercy on us and forgive us;

that we may delight in your will,

and walk in your ways,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen.

The Invitatory and Psalter

Lord, open our lips.

And our mouth shall proclaim your praise.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

Antiphon

The Earth is the Lord's for he made it:

Come let us adore him.

Jubilate

Be joyful in the Lord, all you lands;

serve the Lord with gladness

and come before his presence with a song.

Know this: the Lord himself is God;

he himself has made us, and we are his;

we are his people and the sheep of his pasture.

Enter his gates with thanksgiving;

go into his courts with praise;

give thanks to him and call upon his Name.

For the Lord is good;

his mercy is everlasting;

and his faithfulness endures from age to age.

The Earth is the Lord's for he made it:

Come let us adore him.

The Psalms Appointed

61 Exaudi, Deus
or

Coverdale

1
Hear my cry, O God, *

and listen to my prayer.

2
I call upon you from the ends of the earth

with heaviness in my heart; *

set me upon the rock that is higher than I.

3
For you have been my refuge, *

a strong tower against the enemy.

4
I will dwell in your house for ever; *

I will take refuge under the cover of your wings.

5
For you, O God, have heard my vows; *

you have granted me the heritage of those

who fear your Name.

6
Add length of days to the king's life; *

let his years extend over many generations.

7
Let him sit enthroned before God for ever; *

bid love and faithfulness watch over him.

8
So will I always sing the praise of your Name, *

and day by day I will fulfill my vows.

62 Nonne Deo?
or

Coverdale

1
For God alone my soul in silence waits; *

from him comes my salvation.

2
He alone is my rock and my salvation, *

my stronghold, so that I shall not be greatly shaken.

3
How long will you assail me to crush me,

all of you together, *

as if you were a leaning fence, a toppling wall?

4
They seek only to bring me down from my place of honor; *

lies are their chief delight.

5
They bless with their lips, *

but in their hearts they curse.

6
For God alone my soul in silence waits; *

truly, my hope is in him.

7
He alone is my rock and my salvation, *

my stronghold, so that I shall not be shaken.

8
In God is my safety and my honor; *

God is my strong rock and my refuge.

9
Put your trust in him always, O people, *

pour out your hearts before him, for God is our refuge.

10
Those of high degree are but a fleeting breath, *

even those of low estate cannot be trusted.

11
On the scales they are lighter than a breath, *

all of them together.

12
Put no trust in extortion;

in robbery take no empty pride; *

though wealth increase, set not your heart upon it.

13
God has spoken once, twice have I heard it, *

that power belongs to God.

14
Steadfast love is yours, O Lord, *

for you repay everyone according to his deeds.

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be;

world without end. Amen. Amen.

The Lessons

The First Lesson

A reading from the Book of Leviticus 16:20-34

20
When he has finished atoning for the holy place and the tent of meeting and the altar, he shall present the live goat. 21
Then Aaron shall lay both his hands on the head of the live goat, and confess over it all the iniquities of the people of Israel, and all their transgressions, all their sins, putting them on the head of the goat, and sending it away into the wilderness by means of someone designated for the task. 22
The goat shall bear on itself all their iniquities to a barren region; and the goat shall be set free in the wilderness. 23
Then Aaron shall enter the tent of meeting, and shall take off the linen vestments that he put on when he went into the holy place, and shall leave them there. 24
He shall bathe his body in water in a holy place, and put on his vestments; then he shall come out and offer his burnt offering and the burnt offering of the people, making atonement for himself and for the people. 25
The fat of the sin offering he shall turn into smoke on the altar. 26
The one who sets the goat free for Azazel shall wash his clothes and bathe his body in water, and afterward may come into the camp. 27
The bull of the sin offering and the goat of the sin offering, whose blood was brought in to make atonement in the holy place, shall be taken outside the camp; their skin and their flesh and their dung shall be consumed in fire. 28
The one who burns them shall wash his clothes and bathe his body in water, and afterward may come into the camp.

29
This shall be a statute to you forever: In the seventh month, on the tenth day of the month, you shall deny yourselves, and shall do no work, neither the citizen nor the alien who resides among you. 30
For on this day atonement shall be made for you, to cleanse you; from all your sins you shall be clean before the Lord. 31
It is a sabbath of complete rest to you, and you shall deny yourselves; it is a statute forever. 32
The priest who is anointed and consecrated as priest in his father's place shall make atonement, wearing the linen vestments, the holy vestments. 33
He shall make atonement for the sanctuary, and he shall make atonement for the tent of meeting and for the altar, and he shall make atonement for the priests and for all the people of the assembly. 34
This shall be an everlasting statute for you, to make atonement for the people of Israel once in the year for all their sins. And Moses did as the Lord had commanded him.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

13 A Song of Praise
Benedictus es, Domine

Song of the Three Young Men, 29-34

Glory to you, Lord God of our fathers; *

you are worthy of praise; glory to you.

Glory to you for the radiance of your holy Name; *

we will praise you and highly exalt you for ever.

Glory to you in the splendor of your temple; *

on the throne of your majesty, glory to you.

Glory to you, seated between the Cherubim; *

we will praise you and highly exalt you for ever.

Glory to you, beholding the depths; *

in the high vault of heaven, glory to you.

Glory to you, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; *

we will praise you and highly exalt you for ever.

The Second Lesson

A reading from the First Letter to the Thessalonians 5:1-11

1
Now concerning the times and the seasons, brothers and sisters, you do not need to have anything written to you. 2
For you yourselves know very well that the day of the Lord will come like a thief in the night. 3
When they say, "There is peace and security," then sudden destruction will come upon them, as labor pains come upon a pregnant woman, and there will be no escape! 4
But you, beloved, are not in darkness, for that day to surprise you like a thief; 5
for you are all children of light and children of the day; we are not of the night or of darkness.

6
So then let us not fall asleep as others do, but let us keep awake and be sober; 7
for those who sleep sleep at night, and those who are drunk get drunk at night. 8
But since we belong to the day, let us be sober, and put on the breastplate of faith and love, and for a helmet the hope of salvation. 9
For God has destined us not for wrath but for obtaining salvation through our Lord Jesus Christ, 10
who died for us, so that whether we are awake or asleep we may live with him.

11
Therefore encourage one another and build up each other, as indeed you are doing.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

18 A Song to the Lamb
Dignus es

Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13

Splendor and honor and kingly power *

are yours by right, O Lord our God,

For you created everything that is, *

and by your will they were created and have their being;

And yours by right, O Lamb that was slain, *

for with your blood you have redeemed for God,

From every family, language, people, and nation, *

a kingdom of priests to serve our God.

And so, to him who sits upon the throne, *

and to Christ the Lamb,

Be worship and praise, dominion and splendor, *

for ever and for evermore.

The Gospel

A reading from the Gospel according to Matthew 6:7-15

7
"When you are praying, do not heap up empty phrases as the Gentiles do; for they think that they will be heard because of their many words. 8
Do not be like them, for your Father knows what you need before you ask him.

9
"Pray then in this way: Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name. 10
Your kingdom come. Your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. 11
Give us this day our daily bread. 12
And forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors. 13
And do not bring us to the time of trial, but rescue us from the evil one. 14
For if you forgive others their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you; 15
but if you do not forgive others, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayers

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Let us pray.

Contemporary Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

The Suffrages

Show us your mercy, O Lord;

And grant us your salvation.

Clothe your ministers with righteousness;

Let your people sing with joy.

Give peace, O Lord, in all the world;

For only in you can we live in safety.

Lord, keep this nation under your care;

And guide us in the way of justice and truth.

Let your way be known upon earth;

Your saving health among all nations.

Let not the needy, O Lord, be forgotten;

Nor the hope of the poor be taken away.

Create in us clean hearts, O God;

And sustain us with your Holy Spirit.

Collect of the Day: The Fifth Sunday of Easter

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 life; 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.

A Collect for Mission

O God and Father of all, whom the whole heavens adore: Let the whole earth also worship you, all nations obey you, all tongues confess and bless you, and men and women everywhere love you and serve you in peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

World Cycle of Prayer

We pray for the people of Guyana
.

Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

We pray for our sisters and brothers members of the United Protestant Church of Belgium
.

A Collect for Guidance

Heavenly Father, in you we live and move and have our being: We humbly pray you so to guide and govern us by your Holy Spirit, that in all the cares and occupations of our life we may not forget you, but may remember that we are ever walking in your sight; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Intercessions

Let us pray now for our own needs and those of others.

Hymn: To my humble supplication

To my humble supplication

Lord, give ear and acceptation

Save thy servant, that hath none

Help nor hope but Thee alone. Amen.

Birthdays

Anniversaries

For Recovery from Sickness

For Travelers

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

For Those to be Baptized

For the Departed

Full list of prayers

For the Human Family

O God, you made us in your own image and redeemed us through Jesus your Son: Look with compassion on the whole human family; take away the arrogance and hatred which infect our hearts; break down the walls that separate us; unite us in bonds of love; and work through our struggle and confusion to accomplish your purposes on earth; that, in your good time, all nations and races may serve you in harmony around your heavenly throne; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For Prisons and Correctional Institutions

Lord Jesus, for our sake you were condemned as a criminal: Visit our jails and prisons with your pity and judgment. Remember all prisoners, and bring the guilty to repentance and amendment of life according to your will, and give them hope for their future. When any are held unjustly, bring them release; forgive us, and teach us to improve our justice. Remember those who work in these institutions; keep them humane and compassionate; and save them from becoming brutal or callous. And since what we do for those in prison, O Lord, we do for you, constrain us to improve their lot. All this we ask for your mercy's sake. Amen.

For the Victims of Addiction

Blessed Lord, you ministered to all who came to you: Look with compassion upon all who through addiction have lost their health and freedom. Restore to them the assurance of your unfailing mercy; remove from them the fears that beset them; strengthen them in the work of their recovery; and to those who care for them, give patient understanding and persevering love. Amen.

Hymn: Though I may speak

Though I may speak with bravest fire,

And have the gift to all inspire,

And have not love, my words are vain,

As sounding brass, and hopeless gain.

Though I may give all I possess,

And striving so my love profess,

But not be given by love within,

The profit soon turns strangely thin.

Come, Spirit, come, our hearts control,

Our spirits long to be made whole.

Let inward love guide every deed;

By this we worship, and are freed.

Singers: The Kindred Hearts Quartet

Tune: O Waly, Waly

A Prayer Attributed to St. Francis

Lord, make us instruments of your peace.

Where there is hatred, let us sow love;

where there is injury, pardon;

where there is discord, union;

where there is doubt, faith;

where there is despair, hope;

where there is darkness, light;

where there is sadness, joy.

Grant that we may not so much seek to be consoled as to console;

to be understood as to understand;

to be loved as to love.

For it is in giving that we receive;

it is in pardoning that we are pardoned;

and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life. Amen.

The Ending

The General Thanksgiving

Almighty God, Father of all mercies,

we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks

for all your goodness and loving-kindness

to us and to all whom you have made.

We bless you for our creation, preservation,

and all the blessings of this life;

but above all for your immeasurable love

in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;

for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.

And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies,

that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise,

not only with our lips, but in our lives,

by giving up our selves to your service,

and by walking before you

in holiness and righteousness all our days;

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Glory to God whose power, working in us, can do infinitely more than we can ask or imagine: Glory to him from generation to generation in the Church, and in Christ Jesus for ever and ever. Amen. Ephesians 3:20, 21

Hymn: God Be With You

God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus' feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

An Order of Service for Noonday

The Opening

Officiant

O God, make speed to save us.

People

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Officiant and People

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

A suitable hymn may be sung.

The Psalm

Psalm 119 Lucerna pedibus meis

105
Your word is a lantern to my feet *

and a light upon my path.

106
I have sworn and am determined *

to keep your righteous judgments.

107
I am deeply troubled; *

preserve my life, O Lord, according to your word.

108
Accept, O Lord, the willing tribute of my lips, *

and teach me your judgments.

109
My life is always in my hand, *

yet I do not forget your law.

110
The wicked have set a trap for me, *

but I have not strayed from your commandments.

111
Your decrees are my inheritance for ever; *

truly, they are the joy of my heart.

112
I have applied my heart to fulfill your statutes *

for ever and to the end.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

Officiant

The love of God has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit that has been given to us. Romans 5:5

People

Thanks be to God.

The Prayers

Officiant

Lord, have mercy.

People

Christ, have mercy.

Officiant

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant and People recite the Lord's Prayer.

Contemporary Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

Officiant

Lord, hear our prayer;

People

And let our cry come to you.

Officiant

Let us pray.

The Collect

Officiant

Heavenly Father, send your Holy Spirit into our hearts, to direct and rule us according to your will, to comfort us in all our afflictions, to defend us from all error, and to lead us into all truth; through Jesus Christ our Lord.

Officiant and People

Amen.

Intercessions

Free intercessions may be offered.

Officiant

In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to your, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For our Presiding Bishop, for our own Bishop(s), for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who live and work in this community, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

People

Lord, have mercy.

Officiant

For yours is the majesty, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, now and for ever.

Officiant and People

Amen.

The Conclusion

Officiant

Let us bless the Lord.

People

Thanks be to God.

30 April

Noonday Prayer

The Psalm

Psalm 129 Saepe expugnaverunt

1
"Greatly have they oppressed me since my youth," *

let Israel now say;

2
"Greatly have they oppressed me since my youth, *

but they have not prevailed against me."

3
The plowmen plowed upon my back *

and made their furrows long.

4
The LORD, the Righteous One, *

has cut the cords of the wicked.

5
Let them be put to shame and thrown back, *

all those who are enemies of Zion.

6
Let them be like grass upon the housetops, *

which withers before it can be plucked;

7
Which does not fill the hand of the reaper, *

nor the bosom of him who binds the sheaves;

8
So that those who go by say not so much as,

"The LORD prosper you. *

We wish you well in the Name of the LORD."

Glory to the Father,

and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

The love of God has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit that has been given to us. Romans 5:5

Thanks be to God.

Kyrie

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

The Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Heavenly Father, send your Holy Spirit into our hearts, to direct and rule us according to your will, to comfort us in all our afflictions, to defend us from all error, and to lead us into all truth; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Intercessions

In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"

For the holy Church of God, that it may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, we pray to your, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For our Presiding Bishop, for our own Bishop(s), for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people of God, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who live and work in this community, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; that being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is known to you alone, that, with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

Lord, have mercy.

For yours is the majesty, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, now and for ever.

Amen.

Conclusion

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

Jump to Compline

Tuesday

Evening Prayer

The Opening

Opening Sentence

Worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole Earth tremble before him. Psalm 96:9

Hymn: Sun of my soul

Sun of my soul, Thou Saviour dear,

It is not night if Thou be near;

Oh may no earth-born cloud arise

To hide Thee from Thy servant's eyes!

When the soft dews of kindly sleep

My weary eyelids gently steep,

Be my last thought how sweet to rest

Forever on my Saviour's breast!

Abide with me from morn till eve,

For without Thee I cannot live;

Abide with me when night is nigh,

For without Thee I dare not die.

If some poor wandering child of Thine

Have spurned to-day the voice divine,

Now, Lord, the gracious work begin;

Let him no more lie down in sin.

Watch by the sick; enrich the poor

With blessings from Thy boundless store;

Be every mourner's sleep to-night,

Like infant slumbers, pure and light.

Come near and bless us when we wake,

Ere through the world our way we take,

Till in the ocean of Thy love

We lose ourselves in heaven above.

Confession

Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.

Most merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned against you

in thought, word, and deed,

by what we have done,

and by what we have left undone.

We have not loved you with our whole heart;

we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.

We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.

For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ,

have mercy on us and forgive us;

that we may delight in your will,

and walk in your ways,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

Almighty God have mercy on us, forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep us in eternal life. Amen.

Versicle and Response

O God, make speed to save us.

O Lord, make haste to help us.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen. Alleluia.

O Gracious Light Phos hilaron

O gracious Light,

pure brightness of the everliving Father in heaven,

O Jesus Christ, holy and blessed!

Now as we come to the setting of the sun,

and our eyes behold the vesper light,

we sing your praises, O God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

You are worthy at all times to be praised by happy voices,

O Son of God, O Giver of life,

and to be glorified through all the worlds.

The Psalm Appointed

68: 1-20; 24-36 Exsurgat Deus
or

Coverdale

1
Let God arise, and let his enemies be scattered; *

let those who hate him flee before him.

2
Let them vanish like smoke when the wind drives it away; *

as the wax melts at the fire, so let the wicked perish at

the presence of God.

3
But let the righteous be glad and rejoice before God; *

let them also be merry and joyful.

4
Sing to God, sing praises to his Name;

exalt him who rides upon the heavens; *

YAHWEH is his Name, rejoice before him!

5
Father of orphans, defender of widows, *

God in his holy habitation!

6
God gives the solitary a home and brings forth prisoners

into freedom; *

but the rebels shall live in dry places.

7
O God, when you went forth before your people, *

when you marched through the wilderness,

8
The earth shook, and the skies poured down rain,

at the presence of God, the God of Sinai, *

at the presence of God, the God of Israel.

9
You sent a gracious rain, O God, upon your inheritance; *

you refreshed the land when it was weary.

10
Your people found their home in it; *

in your goodness, O God, you have made provision

for the poor.

11
The Lord gave the word; *

great was the company of women who bore the tidings:

12
"Kings with their armies are fleeing away; *

the women at home are dividing the spoils."

13
Though you lingered among the sheepfolds, *

you shall be like a dove whose wings are covered with silver,

whose feathers are like green gold.

14
When the Almighty scattered kings, *

it was like snow falling in Zalmon.

15
O mighty mountain, O hill of Bashan! *

O rugged mountain, O hill of Bashan!

16
Why do you look with envy, O rugged mountain,

at the hill which God chose for his resting place? *

truly, the Lord will dwell there for ever.

17
The chariots of God are twenty thousand,

even thousands of thousands; *

the Lord comes in holiness from Sinai.

18
You have gone up on high and led captivity captive;

you have received gifts even from your enemies, *

that the Lord God might dwell among them.

19
Blessed be the Lord day by day, *

the God of our salvation, who bears our burdens.

20
He is our God, the God of our salvation; *

God is the Lord, by whom we escape death.

24
They see your procession, O God, *

your procession into the sanctuary, my God and my King.

25
The singers go before, musicians follow after, *

in the midst of maidens playing upon the hand-drums.

26
Bless God in the congregation; *

bless the Lord, you that are of the fountain of Israel.

27
There is Benjamin, least of the tribes, at the head;

the princes of Judah in a company; *

and the princes of Zebulon and Naphtali.

28
Send forth your strength, O God; *

establish, O God, what you have wrought for us.

29
Kings shall bring gifts to you, *

for your temple's sake at Jerusalem.

30
Rebuke the wild beast of the reeds, *

and the peoples, a herd of wild bulls with its calves.

31
Trample down those who lust after silver; *

scatter the peoples that delight in war.

32
Let tribute be brought out of Egypt; *

let Ethiopia stretch out her hands to God.

33
Sing to God, O kingdoms of the earth; *

sing praises to the Lord.

34
He rides in the heavens, the ancient heavens; *

he sends forth his voice, his mighty voice.

35
Ascribe power to God; *

his majesty is over Israel;

his strength is in the skies.

36
How wonderful is God in his holy places! *

the God of Israel giving strength and power to his people!

Blessed be God!

Gloria Patri

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Ghost:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and ever shall be.

World without end. Amen. Amen.

The Lesson

A reading from the Gospel according to Matthew 6:7-15

7
"When you are praying, do not heap up empty phrases as the Gentiles do; for they think that they will be heard because of their many words. 8
Do not be like them, for your Father knows what you need before you ask him.

9
"Pray then in this way: Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name. 10
Your kingdom come. Your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. 11
Give us this day our daily bread. 12
And forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors. 13
And do not bring us to the time of trial, but rescue us from the evil one. 14
For if you forgive others their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you; 15
but if you do not forgive others, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The Song of Mary

Luke 1:46-55

Magnificat

My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord,

my spirit rejoices in God my Savior;*

for he has looked with favor on his lowly servant.

From this day all generations will call me blessed:*

the Almighty has done great things for me,

and holy is his Name.

He has mercy on those who fear him*

in every generation.

He has shown the strength of his arm,*

he has scattered the proud in their conceit.

He has cast down the mighty from their thrones,*

and has lifted up the lowly.

He has filled the hungry with good things,*

and the rich he has sent away empty.

He has come to the help of his servant Israel,*

for he has remembered his promise of mercy,

The promise he made to our fathers,*

to Abraham and his children for ever.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son,

and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now,

and will be for ever. Amen.

The Creed

The Apostles' Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Prayers

The Lord's Prayer

skip to traditional

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

Traditional Lord's Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive those

who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

The Suffrages

That this evening may be holy, good, and peaceful,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That your holy angels may lead us in paths of peace and goodwill,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That we may be pardoned and forgiven for our sins and offenses,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That there may be peace to your Church and to the whole world,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That we may depart this life in your faith and fear, and not be condemned before the great judgment seat of Christ,

We entreat you, O Lord.

That we may be bound together by your Holy Spirit in the communion of all your saints, entrusting one another and all our life to Christ,

We entreat you, O Lord.

Collect of the Day: Fifth Sunday of Easter

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 life; 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.

For Mission

Keep watch, dear Lord, with those who work, or watch, or weep this night, and give your angels charge over those who sleep. Tend the sick, Lord Christ; give rest to the weary, bless the dying, soothe the suffering, pity the afflicted, shield the joyous; and all for your love's sake. Amen.

World Cycle of Prayer

We pray for the people of Fiji
.

Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

We pray for our sisters and brothers members of the United Church of Christ
.

A Collect for Guidance

O heavenly Father, in whom we live and move and have our being: We humbly pray you so to guide and govern us by your Holy Spirit, that in all the cares and occupations of our life we may not forget you, but may remember that we are ever walking in your sight; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Intercessions

Let us pray now for our own needs and those of others.

Hymn: To my humble supplication

To my humble supplication

Lord, give ear and acceptation

Save thy servant, that hath none

Help nor hope but Thee alone. Amen.

Birthdays

Anniversaries

For Recovery from Sickness

For Travelers

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

For Those to be Baptized

For the Departed

Full list of prayers

For Agriculture

Almighty God, we thank you for making the earth fruitful, so that it might produce what is needed for life: Bless those who work in the fields; give us seasonable weather; and grant that we may all share the fruits of the earth, rejoicing in your goodness; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For Those We Love

Almighty God, we entrust all who are dear to us to your never-failing care and love, for this life and the life to come, knowing that you are doing for them better things than we can desire or pray for; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For Quiet Confidence

O God of peace, who has taught us that in returning and rest we will be saved, in quietness and confidence will be our strength: By the might of your Spirit lift us, we pray, to your presence, where we may be still and know that you are God; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Hymn: Lead me, Lord

Lead me, Lord,

lead me in Thy righteousness,

make Thy way plain before my face.

Lead me, Lord,

lead me in Thy righteousness,

make Thy way plain before my face.

For it is Thou, Lord,

Thou, Lord, only,

that makest me dwell in safety.

For it is Thou, Lord,

Thou, Lord, only,

that makest me dwell in safety.

A Prayer of Self-Dedication

Almighty and eternal God,

so draw our hearts to you,

so guide our minds,

so fill our imaginations,

so control our wills,

that we may be wholly yours,

utterly dedicated unto you;

and then use us, we pray you, as you will,

and always to your glory and the welfare of your people;

through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

The Ending

The General Thanksgiving

Almighty God, Father of all mercies,

we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks

for all your goodness and loving-kindness

to us and to all whom you have made.

We bless you for our creation, preservation,

and all the blessings of this life;

but above all for your immeasurable love

in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;

for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.

And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies,

that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise,

not only with our lips, but in our lives,

by giving up our selves to your service,

and by walking before you

in holiness and righteousness all our days;

through Jesus Christ our Lord,

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

Almighty God, you have given us grace at this time with one accord to make our common supplication to you; and you have promised through your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in his Name you will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions as may be best for us; granting us in this world knowledge of your truth, and in the age to come life everlasting. Amen.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia. Alleluia.

Thanks be to God. Alleluia. Alleluia.

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with us all evermore. Amen. 2 Corinthians 13:14

Hymn: God Be With You

God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus' feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

30 April Compline

Opening Sentence

The Lord Almighty grant us a peaceful night and a perfect end.

Amen.

Our help is in the Name of the Lord;

The maker of heaven and earth.

Confession

Let us confess our sins to God.

Almighty God, our heavenly Father:

We have sinned against you,

through our own fault,

in thought, and word, and deed,

and in what we have left undone.

For the sake of your Son our Lord Jesus Christ,

forgive us all our offenses;

and grant that we may serve you

in newness of life,

to the glory of your Name. Amen.

May the Almighty God grant us forgiveness of all our sins,and the grace and comfort of the Holy Spirit.

Amen.

Psalm 31 In te, Domine, speravi

1
In you, O LORD, have I taken refuge;

let me never be put to shame; *

deliver me in your righteousness.

2
Incline your ear to me; *

make haste to deliver me.

3
Be my strong rock, a castle to keep me safe,

for you are my crag and my stronghold; *

for the sake of your Name, lead me and guide me.

4
Take me out of the net that they have secretly set for me, *

for you are my tower of strength.

5
Into your hands I commend my spirit, *

for you have redeemed me,

O LORD, O God of truth.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

The Word

Lord, you are in the midst of us, and we are called by your Name: Do not forsake us, O Lord our God. Jeremiah 14:9,22

Thanks be to God.

Responses

Into your hands, O Lord, I commend my spirit;

For you have redeemed me, O Lord, O God of truth.

Keep us, O Lord, as the apple of your eye;

Hide us under the shadow of your wings.

Lord, have mercy.

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

The Lord's Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done, on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours

now and for ever. Amen.

Collect

Lord, hear our prayer.

And let our cry come unto you.

Let us pray.

Be present, O merciful God, and protect us through the hours of this night, so that we who are wearied by the changes and chances of this life may rest in your eternal changelessness; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Prayer

O God, your unfailing providence sustains the world we live in and the life we live: Watch over those, both night and day, who work while others sleep, and grant that we may never forget that our common life depends upon each other's toil; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

The Song of Simeon

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Lord, you now have set your servant free *

to go in peace as you have promised;

For these eyes of mine have seen the Savior, *

whom you have prepared for all the world to see:

A Light to enlighten the nations, *

and the glory of your people Israel.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.

Benediction

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

The almighty and merciful Lord, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, bless us and keep us.

Amen.

Morning Devotion
s

From Psalm 51

Open my lips, O Lord, *

and my mouth shall proclaim your praise.

Create in me a clean heart, O God, *

and renew a right spirit within me.

Cast me not away from your presence *

and take not your holy Spirit from me.

Give me the joy of your saving help again *

and sustain me with your bountiful Spirit.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

Morning Reading

Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! By his great mercy we have been born anew to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead. 1 Peter 1:3

The Apostle's Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only son, our Lord.

He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the Virgin Mary.

He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again.

He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

Intercession

We pray for all people in their daily life and work;

For our families, friends, and neighbors,

and for those who are alone.

For this community, the nation, and the world;

For all who work for justice, freedom, and peace.

Hear us, Lord;

For your mercy is great. Amen.

Petition

Lord, make us instruments of your peace.

Where there is hatred, let us sow love;

where there is injury, pardon;

where there is discord, union;

where there is doubt, faith;

where there is despair, hope;

where there is darkness, light;

where there is sadness, joy.

Grant that we may not so much seek to be consoled

as to console; to be understood as to understand;

to be loved as to love.

For it is in giving that we receive;

it is in pardoning that we are pardoned;

and it is in dying

that we are born to eternal life. Amen.

The Lord’s Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

A Morning Collect

Lord God, almighty and everlasting Father, you have brought us in safety to this new day: Preserve us with your mighty power, that we may not fall into sin, nor be overcome by adversity; and in all we do, direct us to the fulfilling of your purpose; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Blessing

The almighty and merciful Lord,

Father, Son, and Holy Spirit,

bless us and keep us. Amen.

Noonday Devotions

From Psalm 113

Give praise, you servants of the LORD; *

praise the Name of the LORD.

Let the Name of the LORD be blessed, *

from this time forth for evermore.

From the rising of the sun to its going down *

let the Name of the LORD be praised.

The LORD is high above all nations, *

and his glory above the heavens.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

Noon Reading

O God, you will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are fixed on you; for in returning and rest we shall be saved; in quietness and trust shall be our strength. Isaiah 26:3; 30:15

Intercession

We pray for the just and proper use of your creation;

For the victims of hunger, fear, injustice, and oppression.

For all who are in danger, sorrow, or any kind of trouble;

For those who minister to the sick, the friendless, and the needy.

Hear us, Lord;

For your mercy is great. Amen.

Petition

O heavenly Father, who has filled the world with beauty: Open our eyes to behold your gracious hand in all your works; that, rejoicing in your whole creation, we may learn to serve you with gladness; for the sake of him through whom all things were made, your Son Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

The Lord’s Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

A Noonday Collect

Blessed Savior, at this hour you hung upon the cross, stretching out your loving arms: Grant that all the peoples of the earth may look to you and be saved; for your mercies' sake. Amen.

Blessing

The almighty and merciful Lord,

Father, Son, and Holy Spirit,

bless us and keep us. Amen.

Evening Devotions

Phos Hilaron

O gracious light,

pure brightness of the everliving Father in heaven,

O Jesus Christ, holy and blessed!

Now as we come to the setting of the sun,

and our eyes behold the vesper light,

we sing your praises, O God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

You are worthy at all times to be praised by happy voices,

O Son of God, O Giver of Life,

and to be glorified through all the worlds.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

Evening Reading

It is not ourselves that we proclaim; we proclaim Christ Jesus as Lord, and ourselves as your servants, for Jesus' sake. For the same God who said, "Out of darkness let light shine," has caused his light to shine within us, to give the light of revelation— the revelation of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ. 2 Corinthians 4:5-6

Intercession

We pray for the peace and unity of the Church of God;

For all who proclaim the Gospel, and all who seek the Truth.

For all ministers;

For all who serve God in the Church.

Hear us, Lord;

For your mercy is great. Amen.

Petition

Almighty and eternal God, so draw our hearts to you, so guide our minds, so fill our imaginations, so control our wills, that we may be wholly yours, utterly dedicated unto you; and then use us, we pray you, as you will, and always to your glory and the welfare of your people; through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen.

The Lord’s Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

An Evening Collect

Lord Jesus, stay with us, for evening is at hand and the day is past; be our companion in the way, kindle our hearts, and awaken hope, that we may know you as you are revealed in Scripture and the breaking of bread. Grant this for the sake of your love.  Amen.

Blessing

The almighty and merciful Lord,

Father, Son, and Holy Spirit,

bless us and keep us. Amen.

Night Devotions

from Psalm 134

Behold now, bless the LORD,

all you servants of the LORD, *

you that stand by night

in the house of the LORD.

Lift up your hands in the holy place

and bless the LORD; *

the LORD who made heaven and earth

bless you out of Zion.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit:

as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

Evening Reading

It is not ourselves that we proclaim; we proclaim Christ Jesus as Lord, and ourselves as your servants, for Jesus' sake. For the same God who said, "Out of darkness let light shine," has caused his light to shine within us, to give the light of revelation— the revelation of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ. 2 Corinthians 4:5-6

The Song of Simeon

Lord, you now have set your servant free *

to go in peace as you have promised;

For these eyes of mine have seen the Savior, *

whom you have prepared for all the world to see:

A Light to enlighten the nations, *

and the glory of your people Israel.

Intercession

We pray for all who have died,

that they may have a place in your eternal kingdom.

Lord, let your loving-kindness be upon them;

Who put their trust in you.

Hear us, Lord;

For your mercy is great. Amen.

Petition

O God, by whom the meek are guided in judgment, and light rises up in darkness for the godly: Grant us, in all our doubts and uncertainties, the grace to ask what you would have us to do, that the Spirit of wisdom may save us from all false choices, and that in your light we may see light, and in your straight path may not stumble; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Confession

Have mercy on me, O God, according to your loving-kindness;

in your great compassion blot out my offenses.

Wash me through and through from my wickedness

and cleanse me from my sin.

For I know my transgressions only too well,

and my sin is ever before me.

Holy God, Holy and Mighty, Holy Immortal One,

have mercy upon me. Amen.

Thanksgiving

Accept, O Lord, our thanks and praise

for all that you have done for us.

We thank you for the splendor of the whole creation,

for the beauty of this world,

for the wonder of life,

and for the mystery of love.

We thank you for the blessing of family and friends,

and for the loving care which surrounds us on every side.

We thank you for setting us at tasks

which demand our best efforts,

and for leading us to accomplishments which satisfy and delight us.

Above all, we thank you for your Son Jesus Christ;

for the truth of his Word and the example of his life;

for his steadfast obedience,

by which he overcame temptation;

for his dying,

through which he overcame death;

and for his rising to life again,

in which we are raised to the life of your kingdom.

Grant us the gift of your Spirit,

that we may know your Spirit and make your Spirit known;

and through your Spirit, at all times and in all places,

may give thanks to you in all things. Amen.

The Lord’s Prayer

Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your Name,

your kingdom come,

your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and for ever. Amen.

A Collect for the Night

Visit this place, O Lord,

and drive far from it all snares of the enemy;

let your holy angels dwell with us to preserve us in peace;

and let your blessing be upon us always;

through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Blessing

The almighty and merciful Lord,

Father, Son, and Holy Spirit,

bless us and keep us. Amen.

Psalm 10

Domine, ne in furore

Why standest thou so far off, O Lord, and hidest thy face in the needful time of trouble? The ungodly for his own lust doth persecute the poor;

let them be taken in the crafty wiliness that they have imagined.

For the ungodly hath made boast of his own heart's desire, and speaketh good of the covetous, whom the Lord abhorreth.

The ungodly is so proud, that he careth not for God;

neither is God in all his thoughts.

His ways are always grievous;

thy judgements are far above out of his sight, and therefore defieth he all his enemies.

For he hath said in his heart, Tush, I shall never be cast down;

there shall no harm happen unto me.

His mouth is full of cursing, deceit, and fraud;

under his tongue is ungodliness and vanity.

He sitteth lurking in the thievish corners of the streets, and privily in his lurking dens doth he murder the innocent;

his eyes are set against the poor.

For he lieth waiting secretly;

even as a lion lurketh he in his den, that he may ravish the poor.

He doth ravish the poor, when he getteth him into his net.

He falleth down, and humbleth himself, that the congregation of the poor may fall into the hands of his captains.

He hath said in his heart, Tush, God hath forgotten;

he hideth away his face, and he will never see it.

Arise, O Lord God, and lift up thine hand;

forget not the poor.

Wherefore should the wicked blaspheme God, while he doth say in his heart, Tush, thou God carest not for it? Surely thou hast seen it;

for thou beholdest ungodliness and wrong, that thou mayest take the matter into thy hand.

The poor committeth himself unto thee;

for thou art the helper of the friendless.

Break thou the power of the ungodly and malicious;

take away his ungodliness, and thou shalt find none.

The Lord is King for ever and ever, and the heathen are perished out of the land.

Lord, thou hast heard the desire of the poor;

thou preparest their heart, and thine ear hearkeneth thereto, to help the fatherless and poor unto their right, that the man of the earth be no more exalted against them.

Psalm 103

Benedic, anima mea

Praise the Lord, O my soul, and all that is within me, praise his holy Name.

Praise the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits, who forgiveth all thy sin, and healeth all thine infirmities, who saveth thy life from destruction, and crowneth thee with mercy and loving-kindness, who satisfieth thy mouth with good things, making thee young and lusty as an eagle.

The Lord executeth righteousness and judgement for all them that are oppressed with wrong.

He showed his ways unto Moses, his works unto the children of Israel.

The Lord is full of compassion and mercy, long-suffering, and of great goodness.

He will not always be chiding;

neither keepeth he his anger for ever.

He hath not dealt with us after our sins, nor rewarded us according to our wickednesses.

For look how high the heaven is in comparison of the earth;

so great is his mercy also toward them that fear him.

Look how wide also the east is from the west;

so far hath he set our sins from us.

Yea, like as a father pitieth his own children, even so is the Lord merciful unto them that fear him.

For he knoweth whereof we are made;

he remembereth that we are but dust.

The days of man are but as grass;

for he flourisheth as a flower of the field.

For as soon as the wind goeth over it, it is gone, and the place thereof shall know it no more.

But the merciful goodness of the Lord endureth for ever and ever upon them that fear him;

and his righteousness upon children’s children;

Even upon such as keep his covenant, and think upon his commandments to do them.

The Lord hath prepared his seat in heaven, and his kingdom ruleth over all.

O praise the Lord, ye angels of his, ye that excel in strength, ye that fulfil his commandment, and hearken unto the voice of his word.

O praise the Lord, all ye his hosts, ye servants of his that do his pleasure.

O speak good of the Lord, all ye works of his, in all places of his dominion;

praise thou the Lord, O my soul.

Psalm 104

In convertendo

Praise the Lord, O my soul.

O Lord my God, thou art become exceeding glorious;

thou art clothed with Majesty and honour.

Thou deckest thyself with light as it were with a garment, and spreadest out the heavens like a curtainwho layeth the beams of his chambers in the waters, and maketh the clouds his chariot, and walketh upon the wings of the wind.

He maketh his angels spirits, and his ministers a flaming fire.

He laid the foundations of the earth, that it never should move at any time.

Thou coveredst it with the deep like as with a garment;

the waters stand in the hills.

At thy rebuke they flee;

at the voice of thy thunder they are afraid.

They go up as high as the hills, and down to the valleys beneath, even unto the place which thou hast appointed for them.

Thou hast set them their bounds, which they shall not pass, neither turn again to cover the earth.

He sendeth the springs into the rivers, which run among the hills.

All beasts of the field drink thereof, and the wild asses quench their thirst.

Beside them shall the fowls of the air have their habitation, and sing among the branches.

He watereth the hills from above;

the earth is filled with the fruit of thy works.

He bringeth forth grass for the cattle, and green herb for the service of men, that he may bring food out of the earth, and wine that maketh glad the heart of man;

and oil to make him a cheerful countenance, and bread to strengthen mans heart.

The trees of the Lord also are full of sap, even the cedars of Lebanon which he hath planted, wherein the birds make their nests;

and the fir-trees are a dwelling for the stork.

The high hills are a refuge for the wild goats, and so are the stony rocks for the conies.

He appointed the moon for certain seasons, and the sun knoweth his going down.

Thou makest darkness that it may be night, wherein all the beasts of the forest do move.

The lions roaring after their prey do seek their meat from God.

The sun ariseth, and they get them away together, and lay them down in their dens.

Man goeth forth to his work, and to his labour, until the evening.

O Lord, how manifold are thy works! In wisdom hast thou made them all;

the earth is full of thy riches.

So is the great and wide sea also, wherein are things creeping innumerable, both small and great beasts.

There go the ships, and there is that Leviathan, whom thou hast made to take his pastime therein.

These wait all upon thee, that thou mayest give them meat in due season.

When thou givest it them, they gather it;

and when thou openest thy hand, they are filled with good.

When thou hidest thy face, they are troubled;

when thou takest away their breath, they die, and are turned again to their dust.

When thou lettest thy breath go forth, they shall be made;

and thou shalt renew the face of the earth.

The glorious Majesty of the Lord shall endure for ever;

the Lord shall rejoice in his works.

The earth shall tremble at the look of him;

if he do but touch the hills, they shall smoke.

I will sing unto the Lord as long as I live;

I will praise my God while I have my being.

And so shall my words please him;

my joy shall be in the Lord.

As for sinners, they shall be consumed out of the earth, and the ungodly shall come to an end.

Praise thou the Lord, O my soul, praise the Lord

Psalm 105:1-22

Confitemini Domino

O give thanks unto the Lord, and call upon his Name;

tell the people what things he hath done.

O let your songs be of him, and praise him;

and let your talking be of all his wondrous works.

Rejoice in his holy Name;

let the heart of them rejoice that seek the Lord.

Seek the Lord and his strength;

seek his face evermore.

Remember the marvellous works that he hath done, his wonders, and the judgements of his mouth, O ye seed of Abraham his servant, ye children of Jacob his chosen.

He is the Lord our God;

his judgements are in all the world.

He hath been always mindful of his covenant and promise, that he made to a thousand generations, even the covenant that he made with Abraham, and the oath that he swore unto Isaac, and appointed the same unto Jacob for a law, and to Israel for an everlasting testament;

saying, Unto thee will I give the land of Canaan, the lot of your inheritance.

When there were yet but a few of them, and they strangers in the land, what time as they went from one nation to another, from one kingdom to another people, he suffered no man to do them wrong, but reproved even kings for their sakes: Touch not mine Anointed, and do my prophets no harm.

Moreover, he called for a dearth upon the land, and destroyed all the provision of bread.

But he had sent a man before them, even Joseph, who was sold to be a bond-servant, whose feet they hurt in the stocks.

The iron entered into his soul, until the time came that his cause was known;

the word of the Lord tried him.

The king sent, and delivered him;

the prince of the people let him go free.

He made him lord also of his house, and ruler of all his substance, that he might inform his princes after his will, and teach his senators wisdom.

Psalm 106:19-48

Confitemini Domino

They made a calf in Horeb, and worshipped the molten image.

Thus they turned their glory into the similitude of a calf that eateth hay.

And they forgot God their Saviour, who had done so great things in Egypt, wondrous works in the land of Ham, and fearful things by the Red Sea.

So he said he would have destroyed them, had not Moses his chosen stood before him in the gap, to turn away his wrathful indignation, lest he should destroy them.

Yea, they thought scorn of that pleasant land, and gave no credence unto his word, but murmured in their tents, and hearkened not unto the voice of the Lord.

Then lift he up his hand against them, to overthrow them in the wilderness, to cast out their seed among the nations, and to scatter them in the lands.

They joined themselves unto Baal-peor, and ate the offerings of the dead.

Thus they provoked him to anger with their own inventions;

and the plague was great among them.

Then stood up Phinehas and executed justice;

and so the plague ceased.

And that was counted unto him for righteousness, among all posterities for evermore.

They angered him also at the waters of strife, so that he punished Moses for their sakes, because they provoked his spirit, so that he spoke unadvisedly with his lips.

Neither destroyed they the heathen, as the Lord commanded them, but were mingled among the heathen, and learned their works'insomuch that they worshipped their idols, which became a snare unto them;

yea, they offered their sons and their daughters unto devils, and shed innocent blood, even the blood of their sons and of their daughters, whom they offered unto the idols of Canaan.

And the land was defiled with blood.

Thus were they stained with their own works, and went a whoring with their own inventions.

Therefore was the wrath of the Lord kindled against his people, insomuch that he abhorred his own inheritance.

And he gave them over into the hand of the heathen;

and they that hated them were lords over them.

Their enemies oppressed them, and had them in subjection.

Many a time did he deliver them;

but they rebelled against him with their own inventions, and were brought down in their wickedness.

Nevertheless, when he saw their adversity, he heard their complaint.

He thought upon his covenant, and pitied them, according unto the multitude of his mercies;

yea, he made all those that led them away captive to pity them.

Deliver us, O Lord our God, and gather us from among the heathen, that we may give thanks unto thy holy Name, and make our boast of thy praise.

Blessed be the Lord God of Israel, from everlasting, and world without end.

And let all the people say, Amen.

Psalm 11

In Domino confido

In the Lord put I my trust;

how say ye then to my soul, that she should flee as a bird unto the hill? For lo, the ungodly bend their bow, and make ready their arrows within the quiver, that they may privily shoot at them which are true of heart.

For the foundations will be cast down, and what hath the righteous done? The Lord is in his holy temple;

the Lord's seat is in heaven.

His eyes consider the poor, and his eyelids try the children of men.

The Lord alloweth the righteous;

but the ungodly, and him that delighteth in wickedness, doth his soul abhor.

Upon the ungodly he shall rain snares, fire and brimstone, storm and tempest;

this shall be their portion to drink.

For the righteous Lord loveth righteousness;

his countenance will behold the thing that is just.

Psalm 111

Confitebor tibi

I will give thanks unto the Lord with my whole heart, secretly among the faithful, and in the congregation.

The works of the Lord are great, sought out of all them that have pleasure therein.

His work is worthy to be praised and had in honour, and his righteousness endureth for ever.

The merciful and gracious Lord hath so done his marvellous works, that they ought to be had in remembrance.

He hath given meat unto them that fear him;

he shall ever be mindful of his covenant.

He hath showed his people the power of his works, that he may give them the heritage of the heathen.

The works of his hands are verity and judgement;

all his commandments are true.

They stand fast for ever and ever, and are done in truth and equity.

He sent redemption unto his people;

he hath commanded his covenant for ever.

Holy and reverend is his Name.

The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom;

a good understanding have all they that do thereafter.

The praise of it endureth for ever.

Psalm 112 Beatus vir

Blessed is the man that feareth the Lord;

he hath great delight in his commandments.

His seed shall be mighty upon earth;

the generation of the faithful shall be blessed.

Riches and plenteousness shall be in his house;

and his righteousness endureth for ever.

Unto the godly there ariseth up light in the darkness;

he is merciful, loving, and righteous.

A good man is merciful, and lendeth, and will guide his words with discretion.

For he shall never be moved, and the righteous shall be had in everlasting remembrance.

He will not be afraid of any evil tidings;

for his heart standeth fast, and believeth in the Lord.

His heart is stablished, and will not shrink, until he see his desire upon his enemies.

He hath dispersed abroad, and given to the poor, and his righteousness remaineth for ever;

his horn shall be exalted with honour.

The ungodly shall see it, and it shall grieve him;

he shall gnash with his teeth, and consume away.

The desire of the ungodly shall perish.

Psalm 113

Laudate, pueri

Praise the Lord, ye servants;

O praise the Name of the Lord.

Blessed be the Name of the Lord from this time forth for evermore.

The Lord's Name is praised, from the rising up of the sun unto the going down of the same.

The Lord is high above all heathen, and his glory above the heavens.

Who is like unto the Lord our God, that hath his dwelling so high, and yet humbleth himself to behold the things that are in heaven and earth? He taketh up the simple out of the dust, and lifteth the poor out of the mire, that he may set him with the princes, even with the princes of his people.

He maketh the barren woman to keep house, and to be a joyful mother of children.

Psalm 114

In exitu Israel

When Israel came out of Egypt, and the house of Jacob from among the strange people, Judah was his sanctuary, and Israel his dominion.

The sea saw that, and fled;

Jordan was driven back.

The mountains skipped like rams, and the little hills like young sheep.

What aileth thee, O thou sea, that thou fleddest? and thou Jordan, that thou wast driven back? ye mountains, that ye skipped like rams? and ye little hills, like young sheep? Tremble, thou earth, at the presence of the Lord, at the presence of the God of Jacob, who turned the hard rock into a standing water, and the flintstone into a springing well.

Psalm 115

Non nobis, Domine

Not unto us, O Lord, not unto us, but unto thy Name give the praise, for thy loving mercy, and for thy truth's sake.

Wherefore shall the heathen say, Where is now their God? As for our God, he is in heaven;

he hath done whatsoever pleased him.

Their idols are silver and gold, even the work of men's hands.

They have mouths, and speak not;

eyes have they, and see not.

They have ears, and hear not;

noses have they, and smell not.

They have hands, and handle not;

feet have they, and walk not;

neither speak they through their throat.

They that make them are like unto them;

and so are all such as put their trust in them.

But thou, house of Israel, trust thou in the Lord;

he is their succor and defence.

Ye house of Aaron, put your trust in the Lord;

he is their helper and defender.

Ye that fear the Lord, put your trust in the Lord;

he is their helper and defender.

The Lord hath been mindful of us, and he shall bless us;

even he shall bless the house of Israel, he shall bless the house of Aaron.

He shall bless them that fear the Lord, both small and great.

The Lord shall increase you more and more, you and your children.

Ye are the blessed of the Lord, who made heaven and earth.

All the whole heavens are the Lord's;

the earth hath he given to the children of men.

The dead praise not thee, O Lord, neither all they that go down into silence.

But we will praise the Lord, from this time forth for evermore.

Praise the Lord.

Psalm 116

Dixit Dominus

I am well pleased that the Lord hath heard the voice of my prayer, that he hath inclined his ear unto me;

therefore will I call upon him as long as I live.

The snares of death compassed me round about, and the pains of hell got hold upon me.

I shall find trouble and heaviness, and I will call upon the Name of the Lord;

O Lord, I beseech thee, deliver my soul.

Gracious is the Lord, and righteous;

yea, our God is merciful.

The Lord preserveth the simple;

I was in misery, and he helped me.

Turn again then unto thy rest, O my soul;

for the Lord hath rewarded thee.

And why? thou hast delivered my soul from death, mine eyes from tears, and my feet from falling.

I will walk before the Lord in the land of the living.

I believed, and therefore will I speak;

but I was sore troubled.

I said in my haste, All men are liars.

What reward shall I give unto the Lord for all the benefits that he hath done unto me? I will receive the cup of salvation, and call upon the Name of the Lord.

I will pay my vows now in the presence of all his people: right dear in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints.

Behold, O Lord, how that I am thy servant;

I am thy servant, and the son of thine handmaid.

Thou hast broken my bonds in sunder.

I will offer to thee the sacrifice of thanksgiving, and will call upon the Name of the Lord.

I will pay my vows unto the Lord, in the sight of all his people, in the courts of the Lord’s house, even in the midst of thee, O Jerusalem.

Praise the Lord.

Psalm 117

Laudate Dominum

O praise the Lord, all ye heathen;

praise him, all ye nations.

For his merciful kindness is ever more and more towards us;

and the truth of the Lord endureth for ever.

Praise the Lord.

Psalm 118

Confitemini Domino

Give thanks unto the Lord, for he is gracious, because his mercy endureth for ever.

Let Israel now confess that he is gracious, and that his mercy endureth for ever.

Let the house of Aaron now confess, that his mercy endureth for ever.

Yea, let them now that fear the Lord confess, that his mercy endureth for ever.

I called upon the Lord in trouble;

and the Lord heard me at large.

The Lord is on my side;

I will not fear what man doeth unto me.

The Lord taketh my part with them that help me;

therefore shall I see my desire upon mine enemies.

It is better to trust in the Lord than to put any confidence in man. It is better to trust in the Lord than to put any confidence in princes.

All nations compassed me round about;

but in the Name of the Lord will I destroy them.

They kept me in on every side, they kept me in, I say, on every side;

but in the Name of the Lord will I destroy them.

They came about me like bees, and are extinct even as the fire among the thorns;

for in the Name of the Lord I will destroy them.

Thou hast thrust sore at me, that I might fall;

but the Lord was my help.

The Lord is my strength, and my song, and is become my salvation. The voice of joy and health is in the dwellings of the righteous; the right hand of the Lord bringeth mighty things to pass.

The right hand of the Lord hath the pre-eminence;

the right hand of the Lord bringeth mighty things to pass.

I shall not die, but live, and declare the works of the Lord.

The Lord hath chastened and corrected me;

but he hath not given me over unto death.

Open me the gates of righteousness, that I may go into them, and give thanks unto the Lord.

This is the gate of the Lord;

the righteous shall enter into it.

I will thank thee, for thou hast heard me, and art become my salvation.

The same stone which the builders refused is become the headstone in the corner.

This is the Lord's doing, and it is marvellous in our eyes.

This is the day which the Lord hath made;

we will rejoice and be glad in it.

Help me now, O Lord;

O Lord, send us now prosperity.

Blessed be he that cometh in the Name of the Lord;

we have wished you good luck, ye that are of the house of the Lord.

God is the Lord, who hath showed us light;

bind the sacrifice with cords, yea, even unto the horns of the altar. Thou art my God, and I will thank thee;

thou art my God, and I will praise thee.

O give thanks unto the Lord;

for he is gracious, and his mercy endureth for ever.

Psalm 119:1-24

Beati immaculati

Blessed are those that are undefiled in the way, and walk in the law of the Lord.

Blessed are they that keep his testimonies, and seek him with their whole heart;

for they who do no wickedness walk in his ways.

Thou hast charged that we shall diligently keep thy commandments.

O that my ways were made so direct, that I might keep thy statutes! So shall I not be confounded, while I have respect unto all thy commandments. I will thank thee with an unfeigned heart, when I shall have learned the judgements of thy righteousness.

I will keep thy ceremonies;

O forsake me not utterly.

In quo corrigit?

Wherewithal shall a young man cleanse his way? Even by ruling himself after thy word.

With my whole heart have I sought thee;

O let me not go wrong out of thy commandments. Thy words have I hid within my heart, that I should not sin against thee.

Blessed art thou, O Lord;

O teach me thy statutes.

With my lips have I been telling of all the judgements of thy mouth.

I have had as great delight in the way of thy testimonies, as in all manner of riches.

I will talk of thy commandments, and have respect unto thy ways.

My delight shall be in thy statutes, and I will not forget thy word.

Retribue servo tuo

O do well unto thy servant, that I may live, and keep thy word.

Open thou mine eyes, that I may see the wondrous things of thy law.

I am a stranger upon earth;

O hide not thy commandments from me.

My soul breaketh out for the very fervent desire that it hath always unto thy judgements.

Thou hast rebuked the proud;

and cursed are they that do err from thy commandments.

O turn from me shame and rebuke;

for I have kept thy testimonies.

Princes also did sit and speak against me;

but thy servant is occupied in thy statutes.

For thy testimonies are my delight, and my counsellors.

Psalm 119:25-48

Adhaesit pavimento

My soul cleaveth to the dust;

O quicken thou me, according to thy word.

I have acknowledged my ways, and thou heardest me;

O teach me thy statutes.

Make me to understand the way of thy commandments, and so shall I talk of thy wondrous works.

My soul melteth away for very heaviness;

comfort thou me according unto thy word.

Take from me the way of lying, and cause thou me to make much of thy law.

I have chosen the way of truth, and thy judgements have I laid before me.

I have stuck unto thy testimonies;

O Lord, confound me not.

I will run the way of thy commandments, when thou hast set my heart at liberty.

Legem pone

Teach me, O Lord, the way of thy statutes, and I shall keep it unto the end.

Give me understanding, and I shall keep thy law;

yea, I shall keep it with my whole heart.

Make me to go in the path of thy commandments;

for therein is my desire. Incline my heart unto thy testimonies, and not to covetousness. O turn away mine eyes, lest they behold vanity;

and quicken thou me in thy way.

O stablish thy word in thy servant, that I may fear thee.

Take away the rebuke that I am afraid of;

for thy judgements are good.

Behold, my delight is in thy commandments;

O quicken me in thy righteousness.

Et veniat super me

Let thy loving mercy come also unto me, O Lord, even thy salvation, according unto thy word.

So shall I make answer unto my blasphemers;

for my trust is in thy word.

O take not the word of thy truth utterly out of my mouth;

for my hope is in thy judgements.

So shall I always keep thy law, yea, for ever and ever.

And I will walk at liberty;

for I seek thy commandments. I will speak of thy testimonies also, even before kings, and will not be ashamed.

And my delight shall be in thy commandments, which I have loved.

My hands also will I lift up unto thy commandments, which I have loved;

and my study shall be in thy statutes.

Psalm 119:49-72

Memor esto verbi tui

O think upon thy servant, as concerning thy word, wherein thou hast caused me to put my trust.

The same is my comfort in my trouble;

for thy word hath quickened me.

The proud have had me exceedingly in derision;

yet have I not shrinked from thy law.

For I remembered thine everlasting judgements, O Lord, and received comfort.

I am horribly afraid for the ungodly that forsake thy law. Thy statutes have been my songs, in the house of my pilgrimage. I have thought upon thy Name, O Lord, in the night-season, and have kept thy law.

This I had, because I kept thy commandments.

Portio mea, Domine

Thou art my portion, O Lord;

I have promised to keep thy law.

I made my humble petition in thy presence with my whole heart;

O be merciful unto me, according to thy word. I called mine own ways to remembrance, and turned my feet unto thy testimonies.

I made haste, and prolonged not the time, to keep thy commandments.

The congregations of the ungodly have robbed me;

but I have not forgotten thy law.

At midnight I will rise to give thanks unto thee, because of thy righteous judgements. I am a companion of all them that fear thee, and keep thy commandments.

The earth, O Lord, is full of thy mercy;

O teach me thy statutes.

Bonitatem fecisti

O Lord, thou hast dealt graciously with thy servant, according unto thy word.

O learn me true understanding and knowledge;

for I have believed thy commandments.

Before I was troubled, I went wrong;

but now have I kept thy word. Thou art good and gracious;

O teach me thy statutes.

The proud have imagined a lie against me;

but I will keep thy commandments with my whole heart.

Their heart is as fat as brawn;

but my delight hath been in thy law.

It is good for me that I have been in trouble, that I may learn thy statutes.

The law of thy mouth is dearer unto me than thousands of gold and silver.

Psalm 12

Salvum me fac

Help me, Lord, for there is not one godly man left;

for the faithful are minished from among the children of men.

They talk of vanity every one with his neighbour;

they do but flatter with their lips, and dissemble in their double heart.

The Lord shall root out all deceitful lips, and the tongue that speaketh proud things, which have said, With our tongue will we prevail;

we are they that ought to speak;

who is Lord over us? Now, for the comfortless troubles' sake of the needy, and because of the deep sighing of the poor, I will up, saith the Lord, and will help every one from him that swelleth against him, and will set him at rest.

The words of the Lord are pure words, even as the silver, which from the earth is tried, and purified seven times in the fire.

Thou shalt keep him, O Lord;

thou shalt preserve them from this generation for ever.

The ungodly walk on every side;

when they are exalted, the children of men are put to rebuke

Psalm 13

Usque quo, Domine?

How long wilt thou forget me, O Lord? for ever? How long wilt thou hide thy face from me? How long shall I seek counsel in my soul, and be so vexed in my heart? How long shall mine enemies triumph over me? Consider, and hear me, O Lord my God.

Lighten mine eyes, that I sleep not in death, lest mine enemy say, I have prevailed against him;

for if I be cast down, they that trouble me will rejoice at it.

But my trust is in thy mercy, and my heart is joyful in thy salvation.

I will sing of the Lord, because he hath dealt so lovingly with me;

yea, I will praise the Name of the Lord Most Highest.

Psalm 134

Ecce nunc

Behold now, praise the Lord, all ye servants of the Lord, ye that by night stand in the house of the Lord, even in the courts of the house of our God.

Lift up your hands in the sanctuary, and praise the Lord.

The Lord that made heaven and earth give thee blessing out of Sion.

Psalm 135

Laudate Nomen

O praise the Lord, laud ye the Name of the Lord;

praise it, O ye servants of the Lord, ye that stand in the house of the Lord, in the courts of the house of our God.

O praise the Lord, for the Lord is gracious;

O sing praises unto his Name, for it is lovely.

For why? the Lord hath chosen Jacob unto himself, and Israel for his own possession.

For I know that the Lord is great, and that our Lord is above all gods.

Whatsoever the Lord pleased, that did he in heaven, and in earth, and in the sea, and in all deep places.

He bringeth forth the clouds from the ends of the world, and sendeth forth lightnings with the rain, bringing the winds out of his treasures.

He smote the first-born of Egypt, both of man and beast.

He hath sent tokens and wonders into the midst of thee, O thou land of Egypt, upon Pharaoh, and all his servants.

He smote divers nations, and slew mighty kings—Sihon, king of the Amorites, and Og, the king of Bashan, and all the kingdoms of Canaan—and gave their land to be an heritage, even an heritage unto Israel his people.

Thy Name, O Lord, endureth for ever;

so doth thy memorial, O Lord, from one generation to another.

For the Lord will avenge his people, and be gracious unto his servants.

As for the images of the heathen, they are but silver and gold, the work of men’s hands.

They have mouths, and speak not;

eyes have they, but they see not.

They have ears, and yet they hear not;

neither is there any breath in their mouths.

They that make them are like unto them;

and so are all they that put their trust in them.

Praise the Lord, ye house of Israel;

praise the Lord, ye house of Aaron.

Praise the Lord, ye house of Levi;

ye that fear the Lord, praise the Lord.

Praised be the Lord out of Sion, who dwelleth at Jerusalem.

Psalm 136

Confitemini

Give thanks unto the Lord, for he is gracious

(and his mercy endureth for ever).

O give thanks unto the God of all gods

(for his mercy endureth for ever).

O thank the Lord of all lords

(for his mercy endureth for ever),

who only doeth great wonders

(for his mercy endureth for ever)

who by his excellent wisdom made the heavens

(for his mercy endureth for ever)

who laid out the earth above the waters

(for his mercy endureth for ever)

who hath made great lights

(for his mercy endureth for ever),

the sun to rule the day

(for his mercy endureth for ever),

the moon and the stars to govern the night

(for his mercy endureth for ever)

who smote Egypt, with their first-born

(for his mercy endureth for ever),

and brought out Israel from among them

(for his mercy endureth for ever),

with a mighty hand and stretched-out arm

(for his mercy endureth for ever)

who divided the Red Sea in two parts

(for his mercy endureth for ever),

and made Israel to go through the midst of it

(for his mercy endureth for ever),

but as for Pharaoh and his host,

he overthrew them in the Red Sea

(for his mercy endureth for ever)

who led his people through the wilderness

(for his mercy endureth for ever)

who smote great kings

(for his mercy endureth for ever),

yea, and slew mighty kings

(for his mercy endureth for ever),

Sihon, king of the Amorites

(for his mercy endureth for ever),

and Og, the king of Bashan

(for his mercy endureth for ever),

and gave away their land for an heritage

(for his mercy endureth for ever),

even for an heritage unto Israel his servant

(for his mercy endureth for ever)

who remembered us when we were in trouble

(for his mercy endureth for ever),

and hath delivered us from our enemies

(for his mercy endureth for ever)

who giveth food to all flesh

(for his mercy endureth for ever).

O give thanks unto the God of heaven

(for his mercy endureth for ever).

O give thanks unto the Lord of lords

(for his mercy endureth for ever).

Psalm 138

Confitebor tibi

I will give thanks unto thee, O Lord, with my whole heart;

even before the gods will I sing praise unto thee.

I will worship

toward thy holy temple, and praise thy Name, because

of thy loving-kindness and truth;

for thou hast magnified thy

Name, and thy word, above all things.

When I called upon

thee, thou heardest me, and enduedst my soul with much

strength.

All the kings of the earth shall praise thee, O Lord;

for

they have heard the words of thy mouth.

Yea, they shall sing

of the ways of the Lord, that great is the glory of the Lord.

For though the Lord be high, yet hath he respect unto the

lowly;

as for the proud, he beholdeth them afar off.

Though I walk in the midst of trouble, yet shalt thou refresh

me;

thou shalt stretch forth thy hand upon the furiousness

of mine enemies, and thy right hand shall save me.

The

Lord shall make good his loving-kindness toward me.

Yea, thy mercy, O Lord, endureth for ever;

despise not

then the works of thine own hands.

Psalm 139

Domine, probasti

Lord, thou hast searched me out, and known me.

Thou

knowest my down-sitting, and mine up-rising;

thou understandest

my thoughts long before.

Thou art about my path,

and about my bed, and spiest out all my ways.

For lo, there is

not a word in my tongue, but thou, O Lord, knowest it altogether.

Thou hast fashioned me behind and before, and laid

thine hand upon me.

Such knowledge is too wonderful and excellent for me;

I

cannot attain unto it.

Whither shall I go then from thy

Spirit? or whither shall I go then from thy presence? If I

climb up into heaven, thou art there;

if I go down to hell,

thou art there also.

If I take the wings of the morning, and remain

in the uttermost parts of the sea, even there also shall

thy hand lead me, and thy right hand shall hold me.

If I say,

Peradventure the darkness shall cover me, then shall my

night be turned to day.

Yea, the darkness is no darkness with

thee, but the night is as clear as the day;

the darkness and

light to thee are both alike.

For my reins are thine;

thou hast covered me in my

mothers womb.

I will give thanks unto thee, for I am fearfully

and wonderfully made;

marvellous are thy works, and

that my soul knoweth right well.

My bones are not hid from

thee, though I be made secretly, and fashioned beneath in the

earth.

Thine eyes did see my substance, yet being imperfect;

and in thy book were all my members written, which day by

day were fashioned, when as yet there was none of them.

How dear are thy counsels unto me, O God;

O how great is

the sum of them! If I tell them, they are more in number than

the sand;

when I wake up, I am present with thee.

Wilt thou not slay the wicked, O God? Depart from me,

ye bloodthirsty men.

For they speak unrighteously against

thee;

and thine enemies take thy Name in vain.

Do not I hate

them, O Lord, that hate thee? and am not I grieved with

those that rise up against thee? Yea, I hate them right sore,

even as though they were mine enemies.

Try me, O God, and

seek the ground of my heart;

prove me, and examine my

thoughts.

Look well if there be any way of wickedness in me;

and lead me in the way everlasting.

Psalm 145

Exaltabo te, Deus

I will magnify thee, O God, my King;

and I will praise thy Name for ever and ever.

Every day will I give thanks unto thee, and praise thy Name for ever and ever.

Great is the Lord, and marvellous, worthy to be praised;

there is no end of his greatness.

One generation shall praise thy works unto another, and declare thy power.

As for me, I will be talking of thy worship, thy glory, thy praise, and wondrous works, so that men shall speak of the might of thy marvellous acts;

and I will also tell of thy greatness.

The memorial of thine abundant kindness shall be showed;

and men shall sing of thy righteousness.

The Lord is gracious and merciful, long-suffering, and of great goodness.

The Lord is loving unto every man;

and his mercy is over all his works.

All thy works praise thee, O Lord;

and thy saints give thanks unto thee.

They show the glory of thy kingdom, and talk of thy power, that thy power, thy glory, and mightiness of thy kingdom, might be known unto men.

Thy kingdom is an everlasting kingdom;

and thy dominion endureth throughout all ages.

The Lord upholdeth all such as fall, and lifteth up all those that are down.

The eyes of all wait upon thee, O Lord;

and thou givest them their meat in due season.

Thou openest thine hand, and fillest all things living with plenteousness.

The Lord is righteous in all his ways, and holy in all his works.

The Lord is nigh unto all them that call upon him, yea, all such as call upon him faithfully.

He will fulfil the desire of them that fear him;

he also will hear their cry, and will help them.

The Lord preserveth all them that love him, but scattereth abroad all the ungodly.

My mouth shall speak the praise of the Lord;

and let all flesh give thanks unto his holy Name for ever and ever.

Psalm 146

Lauda, anima mea

Praise the Lord, O my soul.

While I live will I praise the Lord;

yea, as long as I have any being, I will sing praises unto my God.

O put not your trust in princes, nor in any child of man;

for there is no help in them.

For when the breath of man goeth forth, he shall turn again to his earth, and then all his thoughts perish.

Blessed is he that hath the God of Jacob for his help, and whose hope is in the Lord his God, who made heaven and earth, the sea, and all that therein is;

who keepeth his promise for ever;

who helpeth them to right that suffer wrong;

who feedeth the hungry.

The Lord looseth men out of prison;

the Lord giveth sight to the blind.

The Lord helpeth them that are fallen;

the Lord careth for the righteous.

The Lord careth for the strangers;

he defendeth the fatherless and widow.

As for the way of the ungodly, he turneth it upside down.

The Lord thy God, O Sion, shall be King for evermore, and throughout all generations.

Psalm 147

Laudate Dominum

Praise the Lord, for it is a good thing to sing praises unto our God;

yea, a joyful and pleasant thing it is to be thankful.

The Lord doth build up Jerusalem, and gather together the outcasts of Israel.

He healeth those that are broken in heart, and giveth medicine to heal their sickness.

He telleth the number of the stars, and calleth them all by their names.

Great is our Lord, and great is his power;

yea, and his wisdom is infinite.

The Lord setteth up the meek, and bringeth the ungodly down to the ground.

O sing unto the Lord with thanksgiving;

sing praises upon the harp unto our God, who covereth the heaven with clouds, and prepareth rain for the earth, and maketh the grass to grow upon the mountains, and herb for the use of men;

who giveth fodder unto the cattle, and feedeth the young ravens that call upon him.

He hath no pleasure in the strength of an horse;

neither delighteth he in any man’s legs.

But the Lord’s delight is in them that fear him, and put their trust in his mercy.

Praise the Lord, O Jerusalem;

praise thy God, O Sion.

For he hath made fast the bars of thy gates, and hath blessed thy children within thee.

He maketh peace in thy borders, and filleth thee with the flour of wheat.

He sendeth forth his commandment upon earth, and his word runneth very swiftly.

He giveth snow like wool, and scattereth the hoarfrost like ashes.

He casteth forth his ice like morsels.

Who is able to abide his frost? He sendeth out his word, and melteth them;

he bloweth with his wind, and the waters flow.

He showeth his word unto Jacob, his statutes and ordinances unto Israel.

He hath not dealt so with any nation;

neither have the heathen knowledge of his laws.

Psalm 148

Laudate Dominum

O praise the Lord of heaven;

praise him in the heights.

Praise him, all ye angels of his;

praise him, all his host.

Praise him, sun and moon;

praise him, all ye stars and light.

Praise him, all ye heavens, and ye waters that are above the heavens.

Let them praise the Name of the Lord, for he spoke the word, and they were made;

he commanded, and they were created.

He hath made them fast for ever and ever;

he hath given them a law which shall not be broken.

Praise the Lord upon the earth, ye dragons and all deeps;

fire and hail, snow and vapours, wind and storm, fulfilling his word;

mountains and all hills;

fruitful trees and all cedars;

beasts and all cattle;

worms and feathered fowls;

kings of the earth, and all people;

princes, and all judges of the world;

young men and maidens, old men and children, praise the Name of the Lord.

For his Name only is excellent, and his praise above heaven and earth.

He shall exalt the horn of his people;

all his saints shall praise him, even the children of Israel, even the people that serveth him.

Psalm 149

Cantate Domino

O sing unto the Lord a new song;

let the congregation of saints praise him.

Let Israel rejoice in him that made him, and let the children of Sion be joyful in their King.

Let them praise his Name in the dance;

let them sing praises unto him with tabret and harp.

For the Lord hath pleasure in his people, and helpeth the meek-hearted.

Let the saints be joyful with glory;

let them rejoice in their beds.

Let the praises of God be in their mouth, and a two-edged sword in their hands, to be avenged of the heathen, and to rebuke the people;

to bind their kings in chains, and their nobles with links of iron, that they may be avenged of them, as it is written, Such honour have all his saints.

Psalm 15

Domine, quis habitabit?

Lord, who shall dwell in thy tabernacle? or who shall rest upon thy holy hill? Even he that leadeth an uncorrupt life, and doeth the thing which is right, and speaketh the truth from his heart.

He that hath used no deceit in his tongue, nor done evil to his neighbour, and hath not slandered his neighbour.

He that setteth not by himself, but is lowly in his own eyes, and maketh much of them that fear the Lord.

He that sweareth unto his neighbour, and disappointeth him not, though it were to his own hindrance.

He that hath not given his money upon usury, nor taken reward against the innocent.

Whoso doeth these things shall never fall.

Psalm 150

Laudate Dominum

O praise God in his holiness;

praise him in the firmament of his power.

Praise him in his noble acts;

praise him according to his excellent greatness.

Praise him in the sound of the trumpet;

praise him upon the lute and harp.

Praise him in the cymbals and dances;

praise him upon the strings and pipe.

Praise him upon the well-tuned cymbals;

praise him upon the loud cymbals.

Let every thing that hath breath praise the Lord.

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Psalm 18:1-20

Diligam te, Domine

I will love thee, O Lord, my strength;

the Lord is my stony rock, and my defence, my Saviour, my God, and my might, in whom I will trust, my buckler, the horn also of my salvation, and my refuge.

I will call upon the Lord, which is worthy to be praised;

so shall I be safe from mine enemies.

The sorrows of death compassed me, and the overflowings of ungodliness made me afraid.

The pains of hell came about me;

the snares of death overtook me.

In my trouble I will call upon the Lord, and complain unto my God.

So he shall hear my voice out of his holy temple, and my complaint shall come before him;

it shall enter even into his ears.

The earth trembled and quaked;

the very foundations also of the hills shook, and were removed, because he was wroth.

There went a smoke out in his presence, and a consuming fire out of his mouth, so that coals were kindled at it.

He bowed the heavens also, and came down, and it was dark under his feet.

He rode upon the cherubims, and did fly;

he came flying upon the wings of the wind.

He made darkness his secret place, his pavilion round about him with dark water, and thick clouds to cover him.

At the brightness of his presence his clouds removed hail-stones and coals of fire.

The Lord also thundered out of heaven, and the Highest gave his thunder, hail-stones and coals of fire.

He sent out his arrows, and scattered them;

he cast forth lightnings, and destroyed them.

The springs of waters were seen, and the foundations of the round world were discovered, at thy chiding, O Lord, at the blasting of the breath of thy displeasure.

He shall send down from on high to fetch me, and shall take me out of many waters.

He shall deliver me from my strongest enemy, and from them which hate me;

for they are too mighty for me.

They prevented me in the day of my trouble;

but the Lord was my upholder.

He brought me forth also into a place of liberty;

he brought me forth, even because he had a favour unto me.

Psalm 18:21-50

Diligam te, Domine

The Lord shall reward me after my righteous dealing;

according to the cleanness of my hands shall he recompense me, because I have kept the ways of the Lord, and have not forsaken my God, as the wicked doth.

For I have an eye unto all his laws, and will not cast out his commandments from me.

I was also uncorrupt before him, and eschewed mine own wickedness.

Therefore the Lord shall reward me after my righteous dealing, and according unto the cleanness of my hands in his eyesight.

With the holy thou shalt be holy, and with a perfect man thou shalt be perfect.

With the clean thou shalt be clean, and with the froward thou shalt learn frowardness.

For thou shalt save the people that are in adversity, and shalt bring down the high looks of the proud.

Thou also shalt light my candle;

the Lord my God shall make my darkness to be light.

For in thee I shall discomfit an host of men, and with the help of my God I shall leap over the wall.

The way of God is an undefiled way;

the word of the Lord also is tried in the fire.

He is the defender of all them that put their trust in him.

For who is God, but the Lord? or who hath any strength, except our God? It is God that girdeth me with strength of war, and maketh my way perfect.

He maketh my feet like harts' feet, and setteth me up on high.

He teacheth mine hands to fight, and mine arms shall bend even a bow of steel.

Thou hast given me the defence of thy salvation;

thy right hand also shall hold me up, and thy loving correction shall make me great.

Thou shalt make room enough under me for to go, that my footsteps shall not slide.

I will follow upon mine enemies, and overtake them;

neither will I turn again till I have destroyed them.

I will smite them, that they shall not be able to stand, but fall under my feet.

Thou hast girded me with strength unto the battle;

thou shalt throw down mine enemies under me.

Thou hast made mine enemies also to turn their backs upon me, and I shall destroy them that hate me.

They shall cry, but there shall be none to help them;

yea, even unto the Lord shall they cry, but he shall not hear them.

I will beat them as small as the dust before the wind;

I will cast them out as the clay in the streets.

Thou shalt deliver me from the strivings of the people, and thou shalt make me the head of the heathen.

A people whom I have not known shall serve me.

As soon as they hear of me, they shall obey me;

but the strange children shall dissemble with me.

The strange children shall fail, and be afraid out of their prisons.

The Lord liveth;

and blessed be my strong helper, and praised be the God of my salvation, even the God that seeth that I be avenged, and subdueth the people unto me.

It is he that delivereth me from my cruel enemies, and setteth me up above mine adversaries;

thou shalt rid me from the wicked man.

For this cause will I give thanks unto thee, O Lord, among the Gentiles, and sing praises unto thy Name.

Great prosperity giveth he unto his King, and showeth loving-kindness unto David his Anointed, and unto his seed for evermore.

Psalm 20

Exaudiat te Dominus

The Lord hear thee in the day of trouble.

The Name of the God of Jacob defend thee;

send thee help from the sanctuary, and strengthen thee out of Sion;

remember all thy offerings, and accept thy burnt-sacrifice;

grant thee thy heart's desire, and fulfil all thy mind.

We will rejoice in thy salvation, and triumph in the Name of the Lord our God;

the Lord perform all thy petitions.

Now know I that the Lord helpeth his Anointed, and will hear him from his holy heaven, even with the wholesome strength of his right hand.

Some put their trust in chariots, and some in horses;

but we will remember the Name of the Lord our God.

They are brought down, and fallen;

but we are risen, and stand upright.

Save, Lord, and hear us, O King of heaven, when we call upon thee.

Psalm 21

Domine, in virtute tua

The King shall rejoice in thy strength, O Lord;

exceeding glad shall he be of thy salvation.

Thou hast given him his heart's desire, and hast not denied him the request of his lips.

For thou shalt prevent him with the blessings of goodness, and shalt set a crown of pure gold upon his head.

He asked life of thee;

and thou gavest him a long life, even for ever and ever.

His honour is great in thy salvation;

glory and great worship shalt thou lay upon him.

For thou shalt give him everlasting felicity, and make him glad with the joy of thy countenance.

And why? because the King putteth his trust in the Lord;

and in the mercy of the Most Highest he shall not miscarry All thine enemies shall feel thine hand;

thy right hand shall find out them that hate thee.

Thou shalt make them like a fiery oven in time of thy wrath;

the Lord shall destroy them in his displeasure, and the fire shall consume them.

Their fruit shalt thou root out of the earth, and their seed from among the children of men.

For they intended mischief against thee, and imagined such a device as they are not able to perform.

Therefore shalt thou put them to flight, and the strings of thy bow shalt thou make ready against the face of them.

Be thou exalted, Lord, in thine own strength;

so will we sing, and praise thy power.

Psalm 23

Dominus regit me

The Lord is my shepherd;

therefore can I lack nothing.

He shall feed me in a green pasture, and lead me forth beside the waters of comfort.

He shall convert my soul, and bring me forth in the paths of righteousness, for his Name's sake.

Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil;

for thou art with me;

thy rod and thy staff comfort me.

Thou shalt prepare a table before me against them that trouble me;

thou hast anointed my head with oil, and my cup shall be full.

But thy loving-kindness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life;

and I will dwell in the house of the Lord for ever.

Psalm 24

Domini est terra

The earth is the Lord's, and all that therein is;

the compass of the world, and they that dwell therein.

For he hath founded it upon the seas, and prepared it upon the floods.

Who shall ascend into the hill of the Lord? or who shall rise up in his holy place? Even he that hath clean hands, and a pure heart;

and that hath not lift up his mind unto vanity, nor sworn to deceive his neighbour.

He shall receive the blessing from the Lord, and righteousness from the God of his salvation.

This is the generation of them that seek him, even of them that seek thy face, O Jacob.

Lift up your heads, O ye gates;

and be ye lift up, ye everlasting doors;

and the King of glory shall come in.

Who is this King of glory? It is the Lord strong and mighty, even the Lord mighty in battle.

Lift up your heads, O ye gates;

and be ye lift up, ye everlasting doors;

and the King of glory shall come in.

Who is this King of glory? Even the Lord of hosts, he is the King of glory.

Psalm 25

Ad te, Domine, levavi

Unto thee, O Lord, will I lift up my soul;

my God, I have put my trust in thee.

O let me not be confounded, neither let mine enemies triumph over me.

For all they that hope in thee shall not be ashamed;

but such as transgress without a cause shall be put to confusion.

Show me thy ways, O Lord, and teach me thy paths.

Lead me forth in thy truth, and learn me.

For thou art the God of my salvation;

in thee hath been my hope all the day long.

Call to remembrance, O Lord, thy tender mercies, and thy loving-kindnesses, which have been ever of old.

O remember not the sins and offences of my youth;

but according to thy mercy think thou upon me, O Lord, for thy goodness.

Gracious and righteous is the Lord;

therefore will he teach sinners in the way.

Them that are meek shall he guide in judgement;

and such as are gentle, them shall he learn his way.

All the paths of the Lord are mercy and truth unto such as keep his covenant and his testimonies.

For thy Name's sake, O Lord, be merciful unto my sin;

for it is great.

What man is he that feareth the Lord? Him shall he teach in the way that he shall choose.

His soul shall dwell at ease, and his seed shall inherit the land.

The secret of the Lord is among them that fear him;

and he will show them his covenant.

Mine eyes are ever looking unto the Lord;

for he shall pluck my feet out of the net.

Turn thee unto me, and have mercy upon me;

for I am desolate, and in misery.

The sorrows of my heart are enlarged;

O bring thou me out of my troubles.

Look upon my adversity and misery, and forgive me all my sin.

Consider mine enemies, how many they are;

and they bear a tyrannous hate against me.

O keep my soul, and deliver me;

let me not be confounded, for I have put my trust in thee.

Let perfectness and righteous dealing wait upon me;

for my hope hath been in thee.

Deliver Israel, O God, out of all his troubles.

Psalm 26

Judica me, Domine

Be thou my judge, O Lord, for I have walked innocently

My trust hath been also in the Lord;

therefore shall I not fall

Examine me, O Lord, and prove me;

try out my reins and my heart

For thy loving-kindness is ever before mine eyes;

and I will walk in thy truth

I have not dwelt with vain persons;

neither will I have fellowship with the deceitful

I have hated the congregation of the wicked, and will not sit among the ungodly

I will wash my hands in innocency, O Lord;

and so will I go to thine altar, that I may show the voice of thanksgiving, and tell of all thy wondrous works

Lord, I have loved the habitation of thy house, and the place where thine honour dwelleth

O shut not up my soul with the sinners, nor my life with the bloodthirsty, in whose hands is wickedness, and their right hand is full of gifts

But as for me, I will walk innocently;

O deliver me, and be merciful unto me

My foot standeth right;

I will praise the Lord in the congregations

Psalm 28

Ad te, Domine

Unto thee will I cry, O Lord, my strength;

think no scorn of me, lest, if thou make as though thou hearest not, I become like them that go down into the pit

Hear the voice of my humble petitions, when I cry unto thee, when I hold up my hands towards the mercy-seat of thy holy temple

O pluck me not away, neither destroy me with the ungodly and wicked doers, which speak friendly to their neighbours, but imagine mischief in their hearts

Reward them according to their deeds, and according to the wickedness of their own inventions

Recompense them after the work of their hands;

pay them that they have deserved

For they regard not in their mind the works of the Lord, nor the operation of his hands;

therefore shall he break them down, and not build them up

Praised be the Lord;

for he hath heard the voice of my humble petitions

The Lord is my strength, and my shield;

my heart hath trusted in him, and I am helped

Therefore my heart danceth for joy, and in my song will I praise him

The Lord is my strength, and he is the wholesome defence of his Anointed

O save thy people, and give thy blessing unto thine inheritance;

feed them, and set them up for ever

Psalm 29

Afferte Domino

Bring unto the Lord, O ye mighty, bring young lambs unto the Lord;

ascribe unto the Lord worship and strength

Give the Lord the honour due unto his Name;

worship the Lord with holy worship

It is the Lord that commandeth the waters;

it is the glorious God that maketh the thunder

It is the Lord that ruleth the sea;

the voice of the Lord is mighty in operation

The voice of the Lord is a glorious voice

The voice of the Lord breaketh the cedar-trees;

yea, the Lord breaketh the cedars of Lebanon

He maketh them also to skip like a calf;

Lebanon also, and Sirion, like a young unicorn

The voice of the Lord divideth the flames of fire;

the voice of the Lord shaketh the wilderness;

yea, the Lord shaketh the wilderness of Kadesh

The voice of the Lord maketh the hinds to bring forth young, and discovereth the thick bushes;

in his temple doth every man speak of his honour

The Lord sitteth above the water-flood, and the Lord remaineth a King for ever

The Lord shall give strength unto his people;

the Lord shall give his people the blessing of peace

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Psalm 37:1-18

Noli aemulari

Fret not thyself because of the ungodly;

neither be thou envious against the evil doers

For they shall soon be cut down like the grass, and be withered even as the green herb

Put thou thy trust in the Lord, and be doing good;

dwell in the land, and verily thou shalt be fed

Delight thou in the Lord, and he shall give thee thy hearts desire

Commit thy way unto the Lord, and put thy trust in him, and he shall bring it to pass

He shall make thy righteousness as clear as the light, and thy just dealing as the noonday

Hold thee still in the Lord, and abide patiently upon him;

but grieve not thyself at him whose way doth prosper, against the man that doeth after evil counsels

Leave off from wrath, and let go displeasure;

fret not thyself, else shalt thou be moved to do evil

Wicked doers shall be rooted out;

and they that patiently abide the Lord, those shall inherit the land

Yet a little while, and the ungodly shall be clean gone;

thou shalt look after his place, and he shall be away

But the meek-spirited shall possess the earth, and shall be refreshed in the multitude of peace

The ungodly seeketh counsel against the just, and gnasheth upon him with his teeth

The Lord shall laugh him to scorn;

for he hath seen that his day is coming

The ungodly have drawn out the sword, and have bent their bow, to cast down the poor and needy, and to slay such as are of a right conversation

Their sword shall go through their own heart, and their bow shall be broken

A small thing that the righteous hath is better than great riches of the ungodly

For the arms of the ungodly shall be broken, and the Lord upholdeth the righteous

The Lord knoweth the days of the godly;

and their inheritance shall endure for ever

Psalm 37:19-42

Noli aemulari

They shall not be confounded in the perilous time;

and in the days of dearth they shall have enough

As for the ungodly, they shall perish, and the enemies of the Lord shall consume as the fat of lambs;

yea, even as the smoke shall they consume away

The ungodly borroweth, and payeth not again;

but the righteous is merciful and liberal

Such as are blessed of God shall possess the land;

and they that are cursed of him shall be rooted out

The Lord ordereth a good mans going, and maketh his way acceptable to himself

Though he fall, he shall not be cast away;

for the Lord upholdeth him with his hand

I have been young, and now am old;

and yet saw I never the righteous forsaken, nor his seed begging their bread

The righteous is ever merciful, and lendeth, and his seed is blessed

Flee from evil, and do the thing that is good, and dwell for evermore

For the Lord loveth the thing that is right;

he forsaketh not his that be godly, but they are preserved for ever

The unrighteous shall be punished;

as for the seed of the ungodly, it shall be rooted out

The righteous shall inherit the land, and dwell therein for ever

The mouth of the righteous is exercised in wisdom, and his tongue will be talking of judgement

The law of his God is in his heart, and his goings shall not slide

The ungodly watcheth the righteous, and seeketh occasion to slay him

The Lord will not leave him in his hand, nor condemn him when he is judged

Hope thou in the Lord, and keep his way, and he shall promote thee, that thou shalt possess the land;

when the ungodly shall perish, thou shalt see it

I myself have seen the ungodly in great power, and flourishing like a green bay-tree

I went by, and lo, he was gone;

I sought him, but his place could nowhere be found

Keep innocency, and take heed unto the thing that is right;

for that shall bring a man peace at the last

As for the transgressors, they shall perish together;

and the end of the ungodly is, they shall be rooted out at the last

But the salvation of the righteous cometh of the Lord, who is also their strength in the time of trouble

And the Lord shall stand by them, and save them;

he shall deliver them from the ungodly, and shall save them, because they put their trust in him

Psalm 38

Domine, ne in furore

Put me not to rebuke, O Lord, in thine anger;

neither chasten me in thy heavy displeasure, for thine arrows stick fast in me, and thy hand presseth me sore

There is no health in my flesh, because of thy displeasure;

neither is there any rest in my bones, by reason of my sin

For my wickednesses are gone over my head, and are like a sore burden, too heavy for me to bear

My wounds stink, and are corrupt, through my foolishness

I am brought into so great trouble and misery, that I go mourning all the day long

For my loins are filled with a sore disease, and there is no whole part in my body

I am feeble and sore smitten;

I have roared for the very disquietness of my heart

Lord, thou knowest all my desire, and my groaning is not hid from thee

My heart panteth, my strength hath failed me, and the sight of mine eyes is gone from me

My lovers and my neighbours did stand looking upon my trouble, and my kinsmen stood afar off

They also that sought after my life laid snares for me;

and they that went about to do me evil talked of wickedness, and imagined deceit all the day long

As for me, I was like a deaf man, and heard not, and as one that is dumb, who doth not open his mouth

I became even as a man that heareth not, and in whose mouth are no reproofs

For in thee, O Lord, have I put my trust;

thou shalt answer for me, O Lord my God

I have required that they, even mine enemies, should not triumph over me;

for when my foot slipped, they rejoiced greatly against me

And I truly am set in the plague, and my heaviness is ever in my sight

For I will confess my wickedness, and be sorry for my sin

But mine enemies live, and are mighty;

and they that hate me wrongfully are many in number

They also that reward evil for good are against me, because I follow the thing that good is

Forsake me not, O Lord my God;

be not thou far from me

Haste thee to help me, O Lord God of my salvation

Psalm 4

Cum invocarem

Hear me when I call, O God of my righteousness.

Thou hast set me at liberty when I was in trouble;

have mercy upon me, and hearken unto my prayer.

O ye sons of men, how long will ye blaspheme mine honour, and have such pleasure in vanity, and seek after leasing? Know this also, that the Lord hath chosen to himself the man that is godly;

when I call upon the Lord, he will hear me.

Stand in awe, and sin not;

commune with your own heart, and in your chamber, and be still.

Offer the sacrifice of righteousness, and put your trust in the Lord.

There be many that say, Who will show us any good? Lord, lift thou up the light of thy countenance upon us.

Thou hast put gladness in my heart since the time that their corn and wine and oil increased.

I will lay me down in peace, and take my rest;

for it is thou, Lord, only that makest me dwell in safety.

Psalm 40

Expectans expectavi

I waited patiently for the Lord, and he inclined unto me, and heard my calling

He brought me also out of the horrible pit, out of the mire and clay, and set my feet upon the rock, and ordered my goings

And he hath put a new song in my mouth, even a thanksgiving unto our God

Many shall see it, and fear, and shall put their trust in the Lord

Blessed is the man that hath set his hope in the Lord, and turned not unto the proud, and to such as go about with lies

O Lord my God, great are the wondrous works which thou hast done, like as be also thy thoughts, which are to us-ward;

and yet there is no man that ordereth them unto thee

If I should declare them, and speak of them, they should be more than I am able to express

Sacrifice and meat-offering thou wouldest not, but mine ears hast thou opened

Burnt-offerings and sacrifice for sin hast thou not required

Then said I, Lo, I come;

in the volume of the book it is written of me, that I should fulfil thy will, O my God

I am content to do it;

yea, thy law is within my heart

I have declared thy righteousness in the great congregation;

lo, I will not refrain my lips, O Lord, and that thou knowest

I have not hid thy righteousness within my heart;

my talk hath been of thy truth, and of thy salvation

I have not kept back thy loving mercy and truth from the great congregation

Withdraw not thou thy mercy from me, O Lord;

let thy loving-kindness and thy truth always preserve me

For innumerable troubles are come about me;

my sins have taken such hold upon me, that I am not able to look up

Yea, they are more in number than the hairs of my head, and my heart hath failed me

O Lord, let it be thy pleasure to deliver me;

make haste, O Lord, to help me

Let them be ashamed, and confounded together, that seek after my soul to destroy it;

let them be driven backward, and put to rebuke, that wish me evil

Let them be desolate, and rewarded with shame, that say unto me, Fie upon thee! We upon thee! Let all those that seek thee, be joyful and glad in thee;

and let such as love thy salvation, say always, The Lord be praised

As for me, I am poor and needy;

but the Lord careth for me

Thou art my helper and redeemer;

make no long tarrying, O my God

Psalm 41

Beatus qui intelligit

Blessed is he that considereth the poor and needy;

the Lord shall deliver him in the time of trouble

The Lord preserve him, and keep him alive, that he may be blessed upon earth;

and deliver not thou him into the will of his enemies

The Lord comfort him when he lieth sick upon his bed;

make thou all his bed in his sickness

I said, Lord, be merciful unto me;

heal my soul, for I have sinned against thee

Mine enemies speak evil of me: When shall he die, and his name perish? And if he come to see me, he speaketh vanity, and his heart conceiveth falsehood within himself;

and when he cometh forth, he telleth it

All mine enemies whisper together against me;

even against me do they imagine this evil

Let the sentence of guiltiness proceed against him;

and now that he lieth, let him rise up no more

Yea, even mine own familiar friend whom I trusted, who did also eat of my bread, hath laid great wait for me

But be thou merciful unto me, O Lord;

raise thou me up again, and I shall reward them

By this I know thou favourest me, that mine enemy doth not triumph against me

Thou has upholden me because of my innocency, and set me before thy face for ever

Blessed be the Lord God of Israel, world without end

Amen

Psalm 42

Quemadmodum

Like as the hart desireth the water-brooks, so longeth my soul after thee, O God

My soul is athirst for God, yea, even for the living God;

when shall I come to appear before the presence of God? My tears have been my meat day and night, while they daily say unto me, Where is now thy God? Now when I think thereupon, I pour out my heart by myself;

for I went with the multitude, and brought them forth into the house of God, in the voice of praise and thanksgiving, among such as keep holy-day

Why art thou so full of heaviness, O my soul? and why art thou so disquieted within me? Put thy trust in God;

for I will give him thanks for the help of his countenance

My God, my soul is vexed within me;

therefore will I remember thee concerning the land of Jordan, and the little hill of Hermon

One deep calleth another, because of the noise of the water-pipes;

all thy waves and storms are gone over me

The Lord hath granted his loving-kindness in the daytime;

and in the night-season did I sing of him, and made my prayer unto the God of my life

I will say unto the God of my strength, Why hast thou forgotten me? why go I thus heavily, while the enemy oppresseth me? My bones are smitten asunder as with a sword, while mine enemies that trouble me cast me in the teeth;

namely, while they say daily unto me, Where is now thy God? Why art thou so vexed, O my soul? and why art thou so disquieted within me? O put thy trust in God;

for I will yet thank him, which is the help of my countenance, and my God

Psalm 45

Eructavit cor meum

My heart is inditing of a good matter;

I speak the things which I have made unto the King

My tongue is the pen of a ready writer

Thou art fairer than the children of men;

full of grace are thy lips, because God hath blessed thee for ever

Gird thee with thy sword upon thy thigh, O thou Most Mighty, according to thy worship and renown

Good luck have thou with thine honour;

ride on, because of the word of truth, of meekness, and righteousness, and thy right hand shall teach thee terrible things

Thy arrows are very sharp, and the people shall be subdued unto thee, even in the midst among the Kings enemies

Thy seat, O God, endureth for ever;

the sceptre of thy kingdom is a right sceptre

Thou hast loved righteousness, and hated iniquity;

wherefore God, even thy God, hath anointed thee with the oil of gladness above thy fellows

All thy garments smell of myrrh, aloes, and cassia, out of the ivory palaces, whereby they have made thee glad

Kings daughters are among thy honourable women;

upon thy right hand doth stand the queen in a vesture of gold, wrought about with divers colours

Hearken, O daughter, and consider;

incline thine ear

Forget also thine own people, and thy fathers house

So shall the King have pleasure in thy beauty;

for he is thy Lord God, and worship thou him

And the daughter of Tyre shall be there with a gift, like as the rich also among the people shall make their supplication before thee

The Kings daughter is all glorious within;

her clothing is of wrought gold

She shall be brought unto the King in raiment of needlework;

the virgins that be her fellows shall bear her company, and shall be brought unto thee

With joy and gladness shall they be brought, and shall enter into the Kings palace

Instead of thy fathers, thou shalt have children, whom thou mayest make princes in all lands

I will remember thy Name from one generation to another;

therefore shall the people give thanks unto thee, world without end

Psalm 47

Omnes gentes, plaudite

O clap your hands together, all ye people;

O sing unto God with the voice of melody

For the Lord is high, and to be feared;

he is the great King upon all the earth

He shall subdue the people under us, and the nations under our feet

He shall choose out an heritage for us, even the worship of Jacob, whom he loved

God is gone up with a merry noise, and the Lord with the sound of the trump

O sing praises, sing praises unto our God;

O sing praises, sing praises unto our King

For God is the King of all the earth;

sing ye praises with understanding

God reigneth over the heathen;

God sitteth upon his holy seat

The princes of the people are joined unto the people of the God of Abraham;

for God, which is very high exalted, doth defend the earth, as it were with a shield

Psalm 48

Magnus Dominus

Great is the Lord, and highly to be praised in the city of our God, even upon his holy hill

The hill of Sion is a fair place, and the joy of the whole earth;

upon the north side lieth the city of the great King

God is well known in her palaces as a sure refuge

For lo, the kings of the earth were gathered, and gone by together

They marvelled to see such things;

they were astonished, and suddenly cast down

Fear came there upon them, and sorrow, as upon a woman in her travail

Thou shalt break the ships of the sea through the east wind

Like as we have heard, so have we seen in the city of the Lord of hosts, in the city of our God;

God upholdeth the same for ever

We wait for thy loving-kindness, O God, in the midst of thy temple

O God, according to thy Name, so is thy praise unto the worlds end;

thy right hand is full of righteousness

Let the Mount Sion rejoice, and the daughter of Judah be glad, because of thy judgements

Walk about Sion, and go round about her, and tell the towers thereof

Mark well her bulwarks, set up her houses, that ye may tell them that come after

For this God is our God for ever and ever;

he shall be our guide unto death

Psalm 49

Audite haec, omnes

O hear ye this, all ye people;

ponder it with your ears, all ye that dwell in the world, high and low, rich and poor, one with another

My mouth shall speak of wisdom, and my heart shall muse of understanding

I will incline mine ear to the parable, and show my dark speech upon the harp

Wherefore should I fear in the days of evil, and when wickedness at my heels compasseth me round about? There be some that put their trust in their goods, and boast themselves in the multitude of their riches

But no man may deliver his brother, nor make agreement unto God for him, for it cost more to redeem their souls, so that he must let that alone for ever, yea, though he live long, and not see the grave

For he seeth that wise men also die and perish together, as well as the ignorant and foolish, and leave their riches for others

And yet they think that their houses shall continue for ever, and that their dwelling-places shall endure from one generation to another;

and call the lands after their own names

Nevertheless, man will not abide in honour, seeing he may be compared unto the beasts that perish;

this is the way of them

This is their foolishness;

and their posterity praise their saying

They lie in the hell like sheep;

death gnaweth upon them, and the righteous shall have dominion over them in the morning

Their beauty shall consume in the sepulchre out of their dwelling

But God hath delivered my soul from the place of hell;

for he shall receive me

Be not thou afraid, though one be made rich, or if the glory of his house be increased;

for he shall carry nothing away with him when he dieth, neither shall his pomp follow him

For while he lived, he counted himself an happy man;

and so long as thou doest well unto thyself, men will speak good of thee

He shall follow the generation of his fathers, and shall never see light

Man being in honour hath no understanding, but is compared unto the beasts that perish

Psalm 5

Verba mea auribus

Ponder my words, O Lord;

consider my meditation.

O hearken thou unto the voice of my calling, my King and my God;

for unto thee will I make my prayer.

My voice shalt thou hear betimes, O Lord;

early in the morning will I direct my prayer unto thee, and will look up.

For thou art the God that hast no pleasure in wickedness;

neither shall any evil dwell with thee.

Such as be foolish shall not stand in thy sight;

for thou hatest all them that work vanity.

Thou shalt destroy them that speak leasing;

the Lord will abhor both the bloodthirsty and deceitful man.

But as for me, I will come into thine house, even upon the multitude of thy mercy;

and in thy fear will I worship toward thy holy temple.

Lead me, O Lord, in thy righteousness, because of mine enemies;

make thy way plain before my face.

For there is no faithfulness in his mouth;

their inward parts are very wickedness.

Their throat is an open sepulchre;

they flatter with their tongue.

Destroy thou them, O God;

let them perish through their own imaginations.

Cast them out in the multitude of their ungodliness;

for they have rebelled against thee.

And let all them that put their trust in thee rejoice.

They shall ever be giving of thanks, because thou defendest them;

they that love thy Name shall be joyful in thee;

for thou, Lord, wilt give thy blessing unto the righteous, and with thy favourable kindness wilt thou defend him as with a shield.

Psalm 51

Miserere mei, Deus

Have mercy upon me, O God, after thy great goodness;

according to the multitude of thy mercies do away mine offences.

Wash me throughly from my wickedness, and cleanse me from my sin.

For I acknowledge my faults, and my sin is ever before me.

Against thee only have I sinned, and done this evil in thy sight, that thou mightest be justified in thy saying, and clear when thou shalt judge.

Behold, I was shapen in wickedness, and in sin hath my mother conceived me.

But lo, thou requirest truth in the inward parts, and shalt make me to understand wisdom secretly.

Thou shalt purge me with hyssop, and I shall be clean;

thou shalt wash me, and I shall be whiter than snow.

Thou shalt make me hear of joy and gladness, that the bones which thou hast broken may rejoice.

Turn thy face from my sins, and put out all my misdeeds.

Make me a clean heart, O God, and renew a right spirit within me.

Cast me not away from thy presence, and take not thy holy Spirit from me.

O give me the comfort of thy help again, and stablish me with thy free Spirit.

Then shall I teach thy ways unto the wicked, and sinners shall be converted unto thee.

Deliver me from blood-guiltiness, O God, thou that art the God of my health;

and my tongue shall sing of thy righteousness.

Thou shalt open my lips, O Lord, and my mouth shall show thy praise.

For thou desirest no sacrifice, else would I give it thee;

but thou delightest not in burnt-offerings.

The sacrifice of God is a troubled spirit;

a broken and contrite heart, O God, shalt thou not despise.

O be favourable and gracious unto Sion;

build thou the walls of Jerusalem.

Then shalt thou be pleased with the sacrifice of righteousness, with the burnt-offerings and oblations;

then shall they offer young bullocks upon thine altar.

Psalm 52

Quid gloriaris?

Why boastest thou thyself, thou tyrant, that thou canst do

mischief, whereas the goodness of God endureth yet daily?

Thy tongue imagineth wickedness, and with lies thou cuttest

like a sharp razor.

Thou hast loved unrighteousness more

than goodness, and to talk of lies more than righteousness.

Thou hast loved to speak all words that may do hurt, O thou

false tongue.

Therefore shall God destroy thee for ever;

he shall take

thee, and pluck thee out of thy dwelling, and root thee out of

the land of the living.

The righteous also shall see this, and

fear, and shall laugh him to scorn: Lo, this is the man that

took not God for his strength, but trusted unto the multitude

of his riches and strengthened himself in his wickedness.

As

for me, I am like a green olive-tree in the house of God;

my

trust is in the tender mercy of God for ever and ever.

I will

always give thanks unto thee for that thou hast done;

and I

will hope in thy Name, for thy saints like it well.

Psalm 54

Deus, in nomine

Save me, O God, for thy Names sake, and avenge me in thy

strength.

Hear my prayer, O God, and hearken unto the

words of my mouth.

For strangers are risen up against me;

and tyrants, which have not God before their eyes, seek after

my soul.

Behold, God is my helper;

the Lord is with them

that uphold my soul.

He shall reward evil unto mine enemies;

destroy thou them in thy truth.

An offering of a free heart will I give thee, and praise thy

Name, O Lord, because it is so comfortable.

For he hath delivered

me out of all my trouble;

and mine eye hath seen his

desire upon mine enemies.

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Psalm 56

Quam dilecta!

Be merciful unto me, O God, for man goeth about to devour me;

he is daily fighting, and troubling me.

Mine enemies

are daily at hand to swallow me up;

for they be many that fight against me, O thou Most Highest.

Nevertheless, though I am sometimes afraid, yet put I my trust in thee.

I will praise God, because of his word;

I have put my trust in God, and will not fear what flesh can do unto me.

They daily mistake my words;

all that they imagine is to do me evil. They hold all together, and keep themselves close, and mark my steps, when they lay wait for my soul.

Shall they escape for their wickedness? Thou, O God, in thy displeasure shalt cast them down.

Thou tellest my flittings;

put my tears into thy bottle.

Are not these things noted in thy book? Whensoever I call upon thee, then shall mine enemies be put to flight.

This I know, for God is on my side.

In Gods word will I rejoice;

in the Lords word will I comfort me.

Yea, in God have I put my trust;

I will not be afraid what man can do unto me. Unto thee, O God, will I pay my vows;

unto thee will I give thanks.

For thou hast delivered my soul from death, and my feet from falling, that I may walk before God in the light of the living.

Psalm 57

Miserere mei, Deus

Be merciful unto me, O God, be merciful unto me, for my

soul trusteth in thee;

and under the shadow of thy wings shall

be my refuge, until this tyranny be overpast.

I will call unto

the Most High God, even unto the God that shall perform

the cause which I have in hand.

He shall send from heaven,

and save me from the reproof of him that would eat me up.

God shall send forth his mercy and truth;

my soul is among

lions.

And I lie even among the children of men that are set on

fire, whose teeth are spears and arrows, and their tongue a

sharp sword.

Set up thyself, O God, above the heavens, and

thy glory above all the earth.

They have laid a net for my feet,

and pressed down my soul;

they have dug a pit before me,

and are fallen into the midst of it themselves.

My heart is fixed, O God, my heart is fixed;

I will sing and

give praise.

Awake up, my glory;

awake, lute and harp.

I myself

will awake right early.

I will give thanks unto thee, O

Lord, among the people;

and I will sing unto thee among the

nations.

For the greatness of thy mercy reacheth unto the

heavens, and thy truth unto the clouds.

Set up thyself, O God, above the heavens, and thy glory

above all the earth.

Psalm 59

Eripe me de inimicis

Deliver me from mine enemies, O God;

defend me from them that rise up against me.

O deliver me from the wicked doers, and save me from the bloodthirsty men.

For lo, they lie waiting for my soul;

the mighty men are gathered against me, without any offence or fault of me, O Lord.

They run and prepare themselves without my fault;

arise thou therefore to help me, and behold.

Stand up, O Lord God of hosts, thou God of Israel, to visit all the heathen;

and be not merciful unto them that offend of malicious wickedness.

They go to and fro in the evening;

they grin like a dog, and run about through the city.

Behold, they speak with their mouth, and swords are in their lips;

for who doth hear? But thou, O Lord, shalt have them in derision, and thou shalt laugh all the heathen to scorn.

My strength will I ascribe unto thee;

for thou art the God of my refuge.

God showeth me his goodness plenteously;

and God shall let me see my desire upon mine enemies.

Slay them not, lest my people forget it;

but scatter them with thy power, and put them down, O Lord our defence.

For the sin of their mouth, and for the words of their lips, they shall be taken in their pride;

and why? their preaching is of cursing and lies.

Consume them in thy wrath, consume them, that they may perish, and know that it is God that ruleth in Jacob, and unto the ends of the world.

And in the evening they will return, grin like a dog, and will go about the city.

They will run here and there for meat, and grudge if they be not satisfied.

As for me, I will sing of thy power, and will praise thy mercy betimes in the morning;

for thou hast been my defence and refuge in the day of my trouble.

Unto thee, O my strength, will I sing;

for thou, O God, art my refuge, and my merciful God.

Psalm 6

Domine, ne in furore

O Lord, rebuke me not in thine indignation, neither chasten me in thy displeasure.

Have mercy upon me, O Lord, for I am weak;

O Lord, heal me, for my bones are vexed.

My soul also is sore troubled;

but, Lord, how long wilt thou punish me? Turn thee, O Lord, and deliver my soul;

O save me for thy mercy's sake.

For in death no man remembereth thee;

and who will give thee thanks in the pit? I am weary of my groaning;

every night wash I my bed, and water my couch with my tears.

My beauty is gone for very trouble, and worn away because of all mine enemies.

Away from me, all ye that work vanity;

for the Lord hath heard the voice of my weeping.

The Lord hath heard my petition;

the Lord will receive my prayer.

All mine enemies shall be confounded, and sore vexed;

they shall be turned back, and put to shame suddenly.

Psalm 60

Deus, repulisti nos

O God, thou hast cast us out, and scattered us abroad;

thou hast also been displeased.

O turn thee unto us again.

Thou hast moved the land, and divided it;

heal the sores thereof, for it shaketh.

Thou hast showed thy people heavy things;

thou hast given us a drink of deadly wine.

Thou hast given a token for such as fear thee, that they may triumph because of the truth.

Therefore were thy beloved delivered;

help me with thy right hand, and hear me.

God hath spoken in his holiness: I will rejoice, and divide Shechem, and mete out the valley of Succoth.

Gilead is mine, and Manasseh is mine;

Ephraim also is the strength of my head;

Judah is my law-giver;

Moab is my wash-pot;

over Edom will I cast out my shoe;

Philistia, be thou glad of me.

Who will lead me into the strong city? Who will bring me into Edom? Hast not thou cast us out, O God? Wilt not thou, O God, go out with our hosts? O be thou our help in trouble;

for vain is the help of man.

Through God will we do great acts;

for it is he that shall tread down our enemies.

Psalm 61

Exaudi, Deus

Hear my crying, O God, give ear unto my prayer.

From

the ends of the earth will I call upon thee, when my heart is

in heaviness.

O set me up upon the rock that is higher than I;

for thou hast been my hope, and a strong tower for me

against the enemy.

I will dwell in thy tabernacle for ever;

and my trust shall be

under the covering of thy wings.

For thou, O Lord, hast

heard my desires, and hast given an heritage unto those that

fear thy Name.

Thou shalt grant the King a long life, that his

years may endure throughout all generations.

He shall dwell

before God for ever;

O prepare thy loving mercy and faithfulness,

that they may preserve him.

So will I always sing praise unto thy Name, that I may daily

perform my vows.

Psalm 63

Deus, Deus meus

O God, thou art my God;

early will I seek thee.

My soul thirsteth for thee, my flesh also longeth after thee, in a barren and dry land where no water is.

Thus have I looked for thee in holiness, that I might behold thy power and glory. For thy loving-kindness is better than the life itself;

my lips shall praise thee.

As long as I live will I magnify thee on this manner, and lift up my hands in thy Name. My soul shall be satisfied, even as it were with marrow and fatness, when my mouth praiseth thee with joyful lips.

Have I not remembered thee in my bed, and thought upon thee when I was waking? Because thou hast been my helper, therefore under the shadow of thy wings will I rejoice.

My soul hangeth upon thee;

thy right hand hath upholden me. These also that seek the hurt of my soul, they shall go under the earth.

Let them fall upon the edge of the sword, that they may be a portion for foxes. But the King shall rejoice in God;

all they also that swear by him shall be commended, for the mouth of them that speak lies shall be stopped.

Psalm 64

Exaudi, Deus

Hear my voice, O God, in my prayer;

preserve my life from

fear of the enemy.

Hide me from the gathering together of

the froward, and from the insurrection of wicked doers, who

have whet their tongue like a sword, and shoot out their arrows,

even bitter words, that they may privily shoot at him

that is perfect.

Suddenly do they hit him, and fear not.

They

encourage themselves in mischief, and commune among

themselves, how they may lay snares, and say that no man

shall see them.

They imagine wickedness, and practise it,

that they keep secret among themselves, every man in the

deep of his heart.

But God shall suddenly shoot at them with a swift arrow,

that they shall be wounded.

Yea, their own tongues shall

make them fall, insomuch that whoso seeth them shall laugh

them to scorn.

And all men that see it shall say, This hath

God done;

for they shall perceive that it is his work.

The righteous shall rejoice in the Lord, and put his trust in

him;

and all they that are true of heart shall be glad.

Psalm 65

Te decet hymnus

Thou, O God, art praised in Sion;

and unto thee shall the

vow be performed in Jerusalem.

Thou that hearest the

prayer, unto thee shall all flesh come.

My misdeeds prevail

against me;

O be thou merciful unto our sins.

Blessed is the

man whom thou choosest, and receivest unto thee;

he shall

dwell in thy court, and shall be satisfied with the pleasures of

thy house, even of thy holy temple.

Thou shalt show us wonderful things in thy righteousness,

O God of our salvation, thou that art the hope of all the ends

of the earth, and of them that remain in the broad seawho

in his strength setteth fast the mountains, and is girded about

with power, who stilleth the raging of the sea, and the noise

of his waves, and the madness of the people.

They also that

dwell in the uttermost parts of the earth shall be afraid at thy

tokens, thou that makest the outgoings of the morning and

evening to praise thee.

Thou visitest the earth, and blessest it;

thou makest it very

plenteous.

The river of God is full of water;

thou preparest

their corn, for so thou providest for the earth.

Thou waterest

her furrows;

thou sendest rain into the little valleys thereof.

Thou makest it soft with the drops of rain, and blessest the

increase of it.

Thou crownest the year with thy goodness,

and thy clouds drop fatness.

They shall drop upon the dwellings

of the wilderness;

and the little hills shall rejoice on every

side.

The folds shall be full of sheep;

the valleys also shall

stand so thick with corn, that they shall laugh and sing.

Psalm 66

Jubilate Deo

O be joyful in God, all ye lands;

sing praises unto the honour of his Name.

Make his praise to be glorious.

Say unto God, O how wonderful art thou in thy works! Through the greatness of thy power shall thine enemies be found liars unto thee.

For all the world shall worship thee, sing of thee, and praise thy Name.

O come hither, and behold the works of God;

how wonderful he is in his doing toward the children of men.

He turned the sea into dry land, so that they went through the water on foot;

there did we rejoice thereof.

He ruleth with his power for ever.

His eyes behold the people, and such as will not believe shall not be able to exalt themselves.

O praise our God, ye people, and make the voice of his praise to be heard, who holdeth our soul in life, and suffereth not our feet to slip.

For thou, O God, hast proved us;

thou also hast tried us, like as silver is tried.

Thou broughtest us into the snare;

and laidest trouble upon our loins.

Thou sufferedst men to ride over our heads;

we went through fire and water, and thou broughtest us out into a wealthy place.

I will go into thine house with burnt-offerings, and will pay thee my vows, which I promised with my lips, and spoke with my mouth, when I was in trouble.

I will offer unto thee fat burnt-sacrifices, with the incense of rams;

I will offer bullocks and goats.

O come hither, and hearken, all ye that fear God;

and I will tell you what he hath done for my soul.

I called unto him with my mouth, and gave him praises with my tongue.

If I incline unto wickedness with mine heart, the Lord will not hear me.

But God hath heard me;

and considered the voice of my prayer.

Praised be God, who hath not cast out my prayer, nor turned his mercy from me.

Psalm 67

Deus misereatur

God be merciful unto us, and bless us, and show us the light of his countenance, and be merciful unto us, that thy way may be known upon earth, thy saving health among all nations.

Let the people praise thee, O God;

yea, let all the people praise thee.

O let the nations rejoice and be glad;

for thou shalt judge the folk righteously, and govern the nations upon earth.

Let the people praise thee, O God;

let all the people praise thee.

Then shall the earth bring forth her increase;

and God, even our own God, shall give us his blessing.

God shall bless us;

and all the ends of the world shall fear him.

Psalm 68

Exurgat Deus

Let God arise, and let his enemies be scattered;

let them also that hate him flee before him.

Like as the smoke vanisheth, so shalt thou drive them away;

and like as wax melteth at the fire, so let the ungodly perish at the presence of God.

But let the righteous be glad, and rejoice before God;

let them also be merry and joyful.

O sing unto God, and sing praises unto his Name;

magnify him that rideth upon the heavens, as it were upon a horse.

Praise him in his Name JAH, and rejoice before him.

He is a Father of the fatherless, and defendeth the cause of the widows, even God in his holy habitation.

He is the God that maketh men to be of one mind in an house, and bringeth the prisoners out of captivity, but letteth the runagates continue in scarceness.

O God, when thou wentest forth before the people, when thou wentest through the wilderness, the earth shook, and the heavens dropped at the presence of God, even as Sinai also was moved at the presence of God, who is the God of Israel.

Thou, O God, sentest a gracious rain upon thine inheritance, and refreshedst it when it was weary.

Thy congregation shall dwell therein;

for thou, O God, hast of thy goodness prepared for the poor.

The Lord gave the word;

great was the company of the preachers.

Kings with their armies did flee, and were discomfited;

and they of the household divided the spoil.

Though ye have lain among the sheep-folds, yet shall ye be as the wings of a dove that is covered with silver wings, and her feathers like gold.

When the Almighty scattered kings for their sake, then were they as white as snow in Salmon.

As the hill of Bashan, so is God’s hill, even an high hill, as the hill of Bashan.

Why hop ye so, ye high hills? This is God’s hill, in the which it pleaseth him to dwell.

Yea, the Lord will abide in it for ever.

The chariots of God are twenty thousand, even thousands of angels;

and the Lord is among them, as in the holy place of Sinai.

Thou art gone up on high;

thou hast led captivity captive, and received gifts for men, yea, even for thine enemies, that the Lord God might dwell among them.

Praised be the Lord daily, even the God who helpeth us, and poureth his benefits upon us.

He is our God, even the God of whom cometh salvation;

God is the Lord, by whom we escape death.

God shall wound the head of his enemies, and the hairy scalp of such a one as goeth on still in his wickedness.

The Lord hath said, I will bring my people again, as I did from Bashan;

mine own will I bring again, as I did sometimes from the deep of the sea, that thy foot may be dipped in the blood of thine enemies, and that the tongue of thy dogs may be red through the same.

It is well seen, O God, how thou goest, how thou, my God and King, goest in the sanctuary.

The singers go before, the minstrels follow after;

in the midst are the damsels playing with the timbrels.

Give thanks, O Israel, unto God the Lord in the congregations, from the ground of the heart.

There is little Benjamin their ruler, and the princes of Judah their council, the princes of Zebulon, and the princes of Naphthali.

Thy God hath sent forth strength for thee;

stablish the thing, O God, that thou hast wrought in us, for thy temple’s sake at Jerusalem;

so shall kings bring presents unto thee.

Reprove the beast among the reeds, the heap of bulls with the calves those that drive for money.

O scatter thou the people that delight in war.

Then shall the princes come out of Egypt.

The Morians’

land shall soon stretch out her hands unto God.

Sing unto God, O ye kingdoms of the earth;

O sing praises unto the Lord, who sitteth in the heavens over all from the beginning.

Lo, he doth send out his voice, yea, and that a mighty voice.

Ascribe ye the power to God over Israel;

his worship and strength is in the clouds.

O God, wonderful art thou in thy holy places, even the God of Israel;

he will give strength and power unto his people.

Blessed be God.

Psalm 7

Domine, Deus meus

O Lord my God, in thee have I put my trust;

save me from all them that persecute me, and deliver me, lest he devour my soul like a lion, and tear it in pieces, while there is none to help.

O Lord my God, if I have done any such thing, or if there be any wickedness in my hands, if I have rewarded evil unto him that dealt friendly with me (yea, I have delivered him that without any cause is mine enemy), then let mine enemy persecute my soul, and take me;

yea, let him tread my life down upon the earth, and lay mine honour in the dust.

Stand up, O Lord, in thy wrath, and lift up thyself, because of the indignation of mine enemies;

arise up for me in the judgement that thou hast commanded.

And so shall the congregation of the people come about thee;

for their sakes therefore lift up thyself again.

The Lord shall judge the people;

give sentence with me, O Lord, according to my righteousness, and according to the innocency that is in me.

O let the wickedness of the ungodly come to an end;

but guide thou the just.

For the righteous God trieth the very hearts and reins.

My help cometh of God, who preserveth them that are true of heart.

God is a righteous Judge, strong, and patient;

and God is provoked every day.

If a man will not turn, he will whet his sword;

he hath bent his bow, and made it ready.

He hath prepared for him the instruments of death;

he ordaineth his arrows against the persecutors.

Behold, he travaileth with iniquity;

he hath conceived sorrow, and brought forth ungodliness.

He hath graven and dug up a pit, and is fallen himself into the destruction that he made for others.

For his travail shall come upon his own head, and his wickedness shall fall on his own pate.

I will give thanks unto the Lord, according to his righteousness;

and I will praise the Name of the Lord Most High.

Psalm 8

Domine, Dominus noster

O Lord our Governor, how excellent is thy Name in all the world;

thou that hast set thy glory above the heavens! Out of the mouth of very babes and sucklings hast thou ordained strength, because of thine enemies, that thou mightest still the enemy and the avenger.

For I will consider thy heavens, even the works of thy fingers, the moon and the stars, which thou hast ordained.

What is man, that thou art mindful of him? and the son of man, that thou visitest him? Thou madest him lower than the angels, to crown him with glory and worship.

Thou makest him to have dominion of the works of thy hands;

and thou hast put all things in subjection under his feet all sheep and oxen, yea, and the beasts of the field, the fowls of the air, and the fishes of the sea, and whatsoever walketh through the paths of the seas.

O Lord our Governor, how excellent is thy Name in all the world!

Psalm 84

Quam dilecta!

O how amiable are thy dwellings, thou Lord of hosts! My

soul hath a desire and longing to enter into the courts of the

Lord;

my heart and my flesh rejoice in the living God.

Yea, the sparrow hath found her an house, and the swallow

a nest, where she may lay her young, even thy altars, O Lord

of hosts, my King and my God.

Blessed are they that dwell in thy house;

they will be always

praising thee.

Blessed is the man whose strength is in

thee, in whose heart are thy ways, who going through the

vale of misery use it for a well;

and the pools are filled with

water.

They will go from strength to strength, and unto the

God of gods appeareth every one of them in Sion.

O Lord God of hosts, hear my prayer;

hearken, O God of

Jacob.

Behold, O God our defender, and look upon the face

of thine Anointed.

For one day in thy courts is better than a thousand.

I had

rather be a door-keeper in the house of my God, than to

dwell in the tents of ungodliness.

For the Lord God is a light

and defence;

the Lord will give grace and worship, and no

good thing shall he withhold from them that live a godly life.

O Lord God of hosts, blessed is the man that putteth his trust

in thee.

Psalm 85

Benedixisti, Domine

Lord, thou art become gracious unto thy land;

thou hast turned away the captivity of Jacob.

Thou hast forgiven the offence of thy people, and covered all their sins.

Thou hast taken away all thy displeasure, and turned thyself from thy wrathful indignation.

Turn us then, O God our Saviour, and let thine anger cease from us.

Wilt thou be displeased at us for ever? and wilt thou stretch out thy wrath from one generation to another? Wilt thou not turn again, and quicken us, that thy people may rejoice in thee? Show us thy mercy, O Lord, and grant us thy salvation.

I will hearken what the Lord God will say concerning me;

for he shall speak peace unto his people, and to his saints, that they turn not again.

For his salvation is nigh them that fear him, that glory may dwell in our land.

Mercy and truth are met together;

righteousness and peace have kissed each other.

Truth shall flourish out of the earth;

and righteousness hath looked down from heaven.

Yea, the Lord shall show loving-kindness;

and our land shall give her increase.

Righteousness shall go before him, and shall direct his going in the way.

Psalm 87

Fundamenta ejus

Her foundations are upon the holy hills;

the Lord loveth the gates of Sion more than all the dwellings of Jacob.

Very excellent things are spoken of thee, thou city of God.

I will think upon Rahab and Babylon, with them that know me.

Behold ye the Philistines also, and they of Tyre, with they of the Ethiopians;

lo, there was he born.

And of Sion it shall be reported, that he was born in her;

and the Most High shall stablish her.

The Lord shall rehearse it, when he writeth up the people, that he was born there.

The singers also and trumpeters shall he rehearse.

All my fresh springs shall be in thee.

Psalm 9

Confitebor tibi

I will give thanks unto thee, O Lord, with my whole heart;

I will speak of all thy marvellous works.

I will be glad and rejoice in thee;

yea, my songs will I make of thy Name, O thou Most Highest.

While mine enemies are driven back, they shall fall and perish at thy presence.

For thou hast maintained my right and my cause;

thou art set in the throne that judgest right.

Thou hast rebuked the heathen, and destroyed the ungodly;

thou hast put out their name for ever and ever.

O thou enemy, thy destructions are come to a perpetual end;

even as the cities which thou hast destroyed, their memorial is perished with them.

But the Lord shall endure for ever;

he hath also prepared his seat for judgement.

For he shall judge the world in righteousness, and minister true judgement unto the people.

The Lord also will be a defence for the oppressed, even a refuge in due time of trouble.

And they that know thy Name will put their trust in thee;

for thou, Lord, hast never failed them that seek thee.

O praise the Lord which dwelleth in Sion;

show the people of his doings.

For when he maketh inquisition for blood, he remembereth them, and forgetteth not the complaint of the poor.

Have mercy upon me, O Lord;

consider the trouble which I suffer of them that hate me, thou that liftest me up from the gates of death.

That I may show all thy praises within the ports of the daughter of Sion, I will rejoice in thy salvation.

The heathen are sunk down in the pit that they made;

in the same net which they hid privily is their foot taken.

The Lord is known to execute judgement;

the ungodly is trapped in the work of his own hands.

The wicked shall be turned into hell, and all the people that forget God.

For the poor shall not always be forgotten;

the patient abiding of the meek shall not perish for ever.

Up, Lord, and let not man have the upper hand;

let the heathen be judged in thy sight.

Put them in fear, O Lord, that the heathen may know themselves to be but men.

Psalm 93

Dominus regnavit

The Lord is king, and hath put on glorious apparel;

the Lord hath put on his apparel, and girded himself with strength.

He hath made the round world so sure that it cannot be moved.

Ever since the world began hath thy seat been prepared;

thou art from everlasting.

The floods are risen, O Lord.

The floods have lift up their voice;

the floods lift up their waves.

The waves of the sea are mighty, and rage horribly;

but yet the Lord, who dwelleth on high, is mightier.

Thy testimonies, O Lord, are very sure;

holiness becometh thine house for ever.

Psalm 96

Cantate Domino

Sing unto the lord a new song;

sing unto the Lord, all the whole earth.

Sing unto the Lord, and praise his Name;

be telling of his salvation from day to day.

Declare his honour unto the heathen, and his wonders unto all people.

For the Lord is great, and cannot worthily be praised;

he is more to be feared than all gods.

As for all the gods of the heathen, they are but idols;

but it is the Lord that made the heavens.

Glory and worship are before him;

power and honour are in his sanctuary.

Ascribe unto the Lord, O ye kindreds of the people, ascribe unto the Lord worship and power.

Ascribe unto the Lord the honour due unto his Name;

bring presents, and come into his courts.

O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness;

let the whole earth stand in awe of him.

Tell it out among the heathen that the Lord is King, and that it is he who hath made the round world so fast that it cannot be moved, and how that he shall judge the people righteously.

Let the heavens rejoice, and let the earth be glad;

let the sea make a noise, and all that therein is.

Let the field be joyful, and all that is in it;

then shall all the trees of the wood rejoice before the Lord.

For he cometh, for he cometh to judge the earth, and with righteousness to judge the world, and the people with his truth.

Psalm 97

Dominus regnavit

The Lord is king.

The earth may be glad thereof;

yea, the multitude of the isles may be glad thereof.

Clouds and darkness are round about him;

righteousness and judgement are the habitation of his seat.

There shall go a fire before him, and burn up his enemies on every side.

His lightnings gave shine unto the world;

the earth saw it, and was afraid.

The hills melted like wax at the presence of the Lord, at the presence of the Lord of the whole earth.

The heavens have declared his righteousness, and all the people have seen his glory.

Confounded be all they that worship carved images, and that delight in vain gods;

worship him, all ye gods.

Sion heard of it, and rejoiced;

and the daughters of Judah were glad, because of thy judgements, O Lord.

For thou, Lord, art higher than all that are in the earth;

thou art exalted far above all gods.

O ye that love the Lord, see that ye hate the thing which is evil.

The Lord preserveth the souls of his saints;

he shall deliver them from the hand of the ungodly.

There is sprung up a light for the righteous, and joyful gladness for such as are true-hearted.

Rejoice in the Lord, ye righteous, and give thanks for a remembrance of his holiness.

Psalm 98

Cantate Domino

O sing unto the Lord a new song;

for he hath done marvellous things.

With his own right hand, and with his holy arm, hath he gotten himself the victory.

The Lord declared his salvation;

his righteousness hath he openly showed in the sight of the heathen.

He hath remembered his mercy and truth toward the house of Israel;

and all the ends of the world have seen the salvation of our God.

Show yourselves joyful unto the Lord, all ye lands;

sing, rejoice, and give thanks.

Praise the Lord upon the harp;

sing to the harp with a psalm of thanksgiving.

With trumpets also and shawms, O show yourselves joyful before the Lord the King.

Let the sea make a noise, and all that therein is, the round world, and they that dwell therein.

Let the floods clap their hands, and let the hills be joyful together before the Lord;

for he is come to judge the earth.

With righteousness shall he judge the world, and the people with equity.

Psalm 99

Dominus regnavit

The Lord is king, be the people never so impatient;

he sitteth between the cherubims, be the earth never so unquiet.

The Lord is great in Sion, and high above all people.

They shall give thanks unto thy Name, which is great, wonderful, and holy.

The King' s power loveth judgement.

Thou hast prepared equity;

thou hast executed judgement and righteousness in Jacob.

O magnify the Lord our God, and fall down before his footstools;

for he is holy.

Moses and Aaron among his priests, and Samuel among such as call upon his Name, these called upon the Lord, and he heard them.

He spoke unto them out of the cloudy pillar;

for they kept his testimonies, and the law that he gave them.

Thou heardest them, O Lord our God;

thou forgavest them, O God, and punishedst their own inventions.

O magnify the Lord our God, and worship him upon his holy hill;

for the Lord our God is holy.

For the Anniversary of a Marriage

O God, you have so consecrated the covenant of marriage that in it is represented the spiritual unity between Christ and his Church: Send your blessing upon (name) and (name), that they may so love, honor, and cherish each other in faithfulness and patience, in wisdom and true godliness, that their lives together may be a witness to your love and forgiveness, and that their home may be a haven of blessing and peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For Those About To Be Baptized

O God, you prepared your disciples for the coming of the Spirit through the teaching of your Son Jesus Christ: Make the heart(s) and mind(s) of (name) (and all your servants) ready to receive the blessing of the Holy Spirit, that they may be filled with the strength of his presence; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For a Birthday

O God, our times are in your hand: Look with favor, we pray, on (name) as they begin another year. Grant that they may grow in wisdom and grace, and strengthen their trust in your goodness all the days of their life; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

The day thou gavest

video

The day thou gavest, Lord, is ended,

the darkness falls at thy behest;

to thee our morning hymns ascended,

thy praise shall sanctify our rest.

We thank thee that thy Church, unsleeping

while earth rolls onward into light,

through all the world her watch is keeping

and rests not now by day nor night.

As o'er each continent and island

the dawn leads on another day,

the voice of prayer is never silent,

nor dies the strain of praise away.

The sun that bids us rest is waking

our brethren 'neath the western sky,

and hour by hour fresh lips are making

thy wondrous doings heard on high.

So be it, Lord; thy throne shall never,

like earth's proud empires, pass away;

thy kingdom stands, and grows for ever,

till all thy creatures own thy sway.

Music: St. Clement
, Clement E. Scholefield

Words: John Ellerton

Choir: The Choir of the Abbey School, Tewkesbury, UK

For the Departed

Eternal Lord God, you hold all souls in life: Give to your whole Church in paradise and on earth your light and your peace; and grant that we, following the good examples of those who have served you here and are now at rest, may at the last enter with them into your unending joy; 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.

World
| Church
| National Life
| Social Order

Natural Order
| Family and Personal Life

Prayers for the World

Joy in God's Creation

All Sorts and Conditions

The Human Family

Peace

Peace Among the Nations

Our Enemies

Prayers for the Church

The Church

The Mission of the Church

Clergy and People

The Diocese

The Parish

A Church Convention or Meeting

The Election of a Bishop or Other Minister

The Unity of the Church

Those About To Be Baptized or To Renew Their Baptismal Covenant

Monastic Orders and Vocations

Church Musicians and Artists

Prayers for National Life

Our Country

The President of the United States and All in Civil Authority

Congress or a State Legislature

Courts of Justice

Sound Government

Local Government

An Election

Those in the Armed Forces of Our Country

Those Who Suffer for the Sake of Conscience

Prayers for the Social Order

Social Justice

In Times of Conflict

Agriculture

The Unemployed

Schools and Colleges

The Good Use of Leisure

Cities

Towns and Rural Areas

The Poor and Neglected

The Oppressed

Prisons and Correctional Institutions

The Right Use of God's Gifts

Those Who Influence Public Opinion

Prayers for the Natural Order

Knowledge of God's Creation

The Conservation of Natural Resources

The Harvest of Lands and Waters

For Rain

The Future of the Human Race

Prayers for Family and Personal Life

For Families

The Care of Children

Young Persons

Those Who Live ALone

The Aged

A Birthday (1)

A Birthday (2)

The Absent

Travelers

Those We Love

A Person in Trouble or Bereavement

The Victims of Addiction

Guidance (1)

Guidance (2)

Quiet Confidence

Protection

A Prayer of Self-Dedication

A Prayer Attributed to St. Francis

The day thou gavest

- choir (mp3)

- video

- midi

The day thou gavest, Lord, is ended,

the darkness falls at thy behest;

to thee our morning hymns ascended,

thy praise shall sanctify our rest.

We thank thee that thy Church, unsleeping

while earth rolls onward into light,

through all the world her watch is keeping

and rests not now by day nor night.

As o'er each continent and island

the dawn leads on another day,

the voice of prayer is never silent,

nor dies the strain of praise away.

The sun that bids us rest is waking

our brethren 'neath the western sky,

and hour by hour fresh lips are making

thy wondrous doings heard on high.

So be it, Lord; thy throne shall never,

like earth's proud empires, pass away;

thy kingdom stands, and grows for ever,

till all thy creatures own thy sway.

Music: St. Clement
, Clement E. Scholefield

Words: John Ellerton

For Recovery from Sickness

O God, the strength of the weak and the comfort of sufferers: Mercifully accept our prayers, and grant to your servant the help of your power, that this sickness may be turned into health, and our sorrow into joy; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For Travelers

O God, our heavenly Father, whose glory fills the whole creation, and whose presence we find wherever we go: Preserve those who travel, in particular (name); surround them with your loving care; protect them from every danger; and bring them in safety to their journey's end; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement

O merciful Father, who taught us in your holy Word that you would not willingly afflict us, look with pity upon the sorrows of (name) for whom our prayers are offered. Remember them, O Lord, in mercy, nourish their soul with patience, comfort them with a sense of your goodness, lift up your countenance upon them, and give them peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

The day thou gavest

choir

The day thou gavest, Lord, is ended,

the darkness falls at thy behest;

to thee our morning hymns ascended,

thy praise shall sanctify our rest.

We thank thee that thy Church, unsleeping

while earth rolls onward into light,

through all the world her watch is keeping

and rests not now by day nor night.

As o'er each continent and island

the dawn leads on another day,

the voice of prayer is never silent,

nor dies the strain of praise away.

The sun that bids us rest is waking

our brethren 'neath the western sky,

and hour by hour fresh lips are making

thy wondrous doings heard on high.

So be it, Lord; thy throne shall never,

like earth's proud empires, pass away;

thy kingdom stands, and grows for ever,

till all thy creatures own thy sway.

Music: St. Clement
, Clement E. Scholefield

Words: John Ellerton

Choir: The Choir of the Abbey School, Tewkesbury, UK