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- The Book of Common Prayer: E-text Edition (American, 1979)
- Version 1.0
- 13 December 1993
-
-
- This version of the 1979 American version of the _Book of Common Prayer_
- was edited by John E. Goodwin (jegoodwin@delphi.com). The text was
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-
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- Illinois.
-
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-
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-
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-
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-
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- assistance of:
-
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-
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- =John Goodwin=
- St. Charles, Illinois
- Winter Embertide 1993
-
- <page 1>
-
- <page 2>
-
- <page 3>
-
- THE BOOK OF COMMON PRAYER
-
- and Administration of the Sacraments and Other Rites and Ceremonies of
- the Church
-
- Together with The Psalter or Psalms of David
-
- According to the use of
-
- The Episcopal Church
-
- THE SEABURY PRESS : NEW YORK
-
- <page 4>
-
- [The Certificate of the original. Note that this electronic text is
- NOT approved by the Custodian of the Standard Book of Common Prayer.]
-
- <Certificate>
-
- I certify that this edition of The Book of Common Prayer
- has been compared with a certified copy of the Standard Book,
- as the Canon directs, and that it conforms thereto.
-
- Charles Mortimer Guilbert
- =Custodian of the Standard Book of Common Prayer=
- September, 1979
-
- <Page 5>
-
-
-
- <Table of Contents>
-
- The Ratification of the Book of Common Prayer 8
-
- The Preface 9
-
- Concerning the Service of the Church 13
-
- The Calendar of the Church Year 15
-
-
- <The Daily Office>
-
- Daily Morning Prayer: Rite One 37
-
- Daily Evening Prayer: Rite One 61
-
- Daily Morning Prayer: Rite Two 75
-
- Noonday Prayer 103
-
- Order of Worship for the Evening 108
-
- Daily Evening Prayer: Rite Two 115
-
- Compline 127
-
- Daily Devotions for Individuals and Families 137
-
- Table of Suggested Canticle 144
-
-
- <The Great Litany> 148
-
-
- <The Collects: Traditional>
-
- Seasons of the Year 159
-
- Holy Days 185
-
- Common of Saints 195
-
- Various Occasions 199
-
- <page 6>
-
-
- <The Collects: Contemporary>
-
- Seasons of the Year 211
-
- Holy Days 237
-
- Common of Saints 246
-
- Various Occasions 251
-
-
- <Proper Liturgies for Special Days>
-
- Ash Wednesday 264
-
- Palm Sunday 270
-
- Maundy Thursday 274
-
- Good Friday 276
-
- Holy Saturday 283
-
- The Great Vigil of Easter 285
-
-
- <Holy Baptism 299>
-
-
- <The Holy Eucharist>
-
- An Exhortation 316
-
- A Penitential Order: Rite One 319
-
- The Holy Eucharist: Rite One 323
-
- A Penitential Order: Rite Two 351
-
- The Holy Eucharist: Rite Two 355
-
- Prayers of the People 383
-
- Communion under Special Circumstances 396
-
- An Order for Celebrating the Holy Eucharist 400
-
-
- <Pastoral Offices>
-
- Confirmation 413
-
- A Form of Commitment to Christian Service 420
-
- Celebration and Blessing of a Marriage 423
-
- The Blessing of a Civil Marriage 433
-
- An Order for Marriage 435
-
- Thanksgiving for the Birth or Adoption of a Child 439
-
- Reconciliation of a Penitent 447
-
- Ministration to the Sick 453
-
- Ministration at the Time of Death 462
-
- <Page 7>
-
- Burial of the Dead: Rite One 469
-
- Burial of the Dead: Rite Two 491
-
- An Order for Burial 506
-
-
- <Episcopal Services>
-
- Ordination of a Bishop 511
-
- Ordination of a Priest 525
-
- Ordination of a Deacon 537
-
- Litany for Ordinations 548
-
- Celebration of a New Ministry 557
-
- Consecration of a Church or Chapel 567
-
-
- <The Psalter, or Psalms of David> 585
-
-
- <Prayers and Thanksgivings> 810
-
-
- <An Outline of the Faith, or Catechism> 845
-
-
- <Historical Documents of the Church> 864
- (including the Articles of Religion)
-
-
- <Tables for Finding the Date of Easter and other Holy Days> 880
-
-
- <The Lectionary> 888
-
- Year A 889
-
- Year B 900
-
- Year C 911
-
- Holy Days 921
-
- Common of Saints 925
-
- Various Occasions 927
-
-
- <Daily Office Lectionary> 934
-
- Seasons of the Year 936
-
- Holy Days 996
-
- Special Occasions 1000
-
- <page 8>
-
-
-
- <The Ratification of the Book of Common Prayer (1789)>
-
- By the Bishops, the Clergy, and the Laity of the Protestant Episcopal
- Church in the United States of America, in Convention, this Sixteenth
- Day of October, in the Year of Our Lord One Thousand Seven Hundred
- and Eighty-Nine.
-
- This Convention having, in their present session, set forth =A Book of
- Common Prayer, and Administration of the Sacraments, and other Rites
- and Ceremonies of the Church,= do hereby establish the said Book: And
- they declare it to be the Liturgy of this Church: And require that it be
- received as such by all the members of the same: And this Book shall be
- in use from and after the First Day of October, in the Year of Our Lord
- one thousand seven hundred and ninety.
-
- <page 9>
-
-
-
- <Preface>
-
- It is a most invaluable part of that blessed "liberty wherewith Christ
- hath made us free," that in his worship different forms and usages may
- without offense be allowed, provided the substance of the Faith be kept
- entire; and that, in every Church, what cannot be clearly determined to
- belong to Doctrine must be referred to Discipline; and therefore, by
- common consent and authority, may be altered, abridged, enlarged,
- amended, or otherwise disposed of, as may seem most convenient for the
- edification of the people, "according to the various exigency of times
- and occasions."
-
- The Church of England, to which the Protestant Episcopal Church in
- these States is indebted, under God, for her first foundation and a long
- continuance of nursing care and protection, hath, in the Preface of her
- Book of Common Prayer, laid it down as a rule, that "The particular
- Forms of Divine Worship, and the Rites and Ceremonies appointed to be
- used therein, being things in their own nature indifferent, and
- alterable, and so acknowledged; it is but reasonable that upon weighty
- and important considerations, according to the various exigency of times
- and occasions, such changes and alterations should be made therein, as
- to those that are in place of Authority should, from time to time, seem
- either necessary or expedient."
-
- The same Church hath not only in her Preface, but likewise in her
- Articles and Homilies, declared tho necessity and expediency of
- occasional alterations and amendments in her Forms of Public Worship;
- and we find accordingly, that, seeking to keep the happy mean between
- too much stiffness in refusing, and too much easiness in admitting
- variations in
-
- <page 10>
-
- things once advisedly established, she hath, in the reign of several
- Princes, since the first compiling of her Liturgy in the time of Edward
- the Sixth, upon just and weighty considerations her thereunto moving,
- yielded to make such alterations in some particulars, as in their
- respective times were thought convenient; yet so as that the main body
- and essential parts of the same (as well in the chiefest materials, as
- in the frame and order thereof) have still been continued firm and
- unshaken
-
- Her general aim in these different reviews and alterations hath been, as
- she further declares in her said Preface, to do that which, according to
- her best understanding, might most tend to the preservation of peace and
- unity in the Church; the procuring of reverence, and the exciting of
- piety and devotion in the worship of God; and, finally, the cutting off
- occasion, from them that seek occasion, of cavil or quarrel against her
- Liturgy. And although, according to her judgment, there be not any
- thing in it contrary to the Word of God, or to sound doctrine, or which
- a godly man may not with a good conscience use and submit unto, or which
- is not fairly defensible, if allowed such just and favourable
- construction as in common equity ought to be allowed to all human
- writings; yet upon the principles already laid down, it cannot but be
- supposed that further alterations would be found expedient.
- Accordingly, a Commission for a review was issued in the year 1689: but
- this great and good work miscarried at that time; and the Civil
- Authority has not since thought proper to revive it by any new
- Commission.
-
- But when in the course of Divine Providence, these American States
- became independent with respect to civil government, their
- ecclesiastical independence was necessarily included; and the different
- religious denominations of Christians in these States were left at full
- and equal liberty to model and organize their respective Churches, and
- forms of worship, and discipline, in such manner as they might judge
- most convenient for their future prosperity; consistently with the
- constitution and laws of their country.
-
- The attention of this Church was in the first place drawn to those
- alterations in the Liturgy which became necessary in the prayers for our
- Civil Rulers, in consequence of the Revolution. And the principal care
- herein was to make them conformable to what ought to be the proper
- end of all such prayers, namely, that "Rulers may have grace, wisdom,
- <page 11>
- and understanding to execute justice, and to maintain truth;" and that
- the people "may lead quiet and peaceable lives, in all godliness and
- honesty."
-
- But while these alterations were in review before the Convention, they
- could not but, with gratitude to God, embrace the happy occasion which
- was offered to them (uninfluenced and unrestrained by any worldly
- authority whatsoever) to take a further review of the Public Service,
- and to establish such other alterations and amendments therein as might
- be deemed expedient.
-
- It seems unnecessary to enumerate all the different alterations and
- amendments. They will appear, and it is to be hoped, the reasons of
- them also, upon a comparison of this with the Book of Common Prayer of
- the Church of England. In which it will also appear that this Church is
- far from intending to depart from the Church of England in any essential
- point of doctrine, discipline, or worship; or further than local
- circumstances require.
-
- And now, this important work being brought to a conclusion, it is hoped
- the whole will be received and examined by every true member of our
- Church, and every sincere Christian, with a meek, candid, and charitable
- frame of mind; without prejudice or prepossessions; seriously
- considering what Christianity is, and what the truths of the Gospel are;
- and earnestly beseeching Almighty God to accompany with his blessing
- every endeavour for promulgating them to mankind in the clearest,
- plainest, most affecting and majestic manner, for the sake of Jesus
- Christ, our blessed Lord and Saviour.
-
- =Philadelphia, October, 1789=
-
- <page 12>
-
- <page 13>
-
-
-
- <Concerning the Service
- of the Church>
-
- The Holy Eucharist, the principal act of Christian worship on the Lord's
- Day and other major Feasts, and Daily Morning and Evening Prayer, as
- set forth in this Book, are the regular services appointed for public
- worship in the Church.
-
- In addition to these services and the other rites contained in this
- Book, other forms set forth by authority within this Church may be used.
- Also, subject to the direction of the bishop, special devotions taken
- from this Book, or from Holy Scripture, may be used when the needs of
- the congregation so require.
-
- For special days of thanksgiving, appointed by civil or Church
- authority, and for other special occasions for which no service or
- prayer has been provided in this Book, the bishop may set forth such
- forms as are fitting to the occasion.
-
- In all services, the entire Christian assembly participates in such a
- way that the members of each order within the Church, lay persons,
- bishops, priests, and deacons, fulfull the functions proper to their
- respective orders, as set forth in the rubrical directions for each
- service.
-
- The leader of worship in a Christian assembly is normally a bishop or
- priest. Deacons by virtue of their order do not exercise a presiding
- function; but, like lay persons, may officiate in the Liturgy of the
- Word, whether in the form provided in the Daily Office, or (when a
- bishop or priest is not present) in the form appointed at the Eucharist.
- Under exceptional circumstances, when the services of a priest cannot be
- obtained, the bishop may, at discretion, authorize a deacon to preside
- <page 14>
- at other rites also, subject to the limitations described in the
- directions for each service.
-
- In any of the Proper Liturgies for Special Days, and in other services
- contained within this Book celebrated in the context of a Rite One
- service, the contemporary idiom may be conformed to traditional
- language.
-
- Hymns referred to in the rubrics of this Book are understood as those
- authorized by this Church. The words of anthems are to be from
- Holy Scripture, or from this Book, or from texts congruent with them.
-
- On occasion, and as appropriate, instrumental music may be substituted
- for a hymn or anthem.
-
- Where rubrics indicate that a part of a service is to be "said," it must
- be understood to include "or sung," and =vice versa.=
-
- When it is desired to use music composed for them, previously authorized
- liturgical texts may be used in place of the corresponding texts in this
- Book.
-
- Scriptural citations in this Book, except for the Psalms, follow the
- numeration of the Revised Standard Version of the Bible.
-
- <page 15>
-
-
-
- <The Calendar
- of the Church Year>
-
- The Church Year consists of two cycles of feasts and holy days: one is
- dependent upon the movable date of the Sunday of the Resurrection or
- Easter Day; the other, upon the fixed date of December 25, the Feast of
- our Lord's Nativity or Christmas Day.
-
- Easter Day is always the first Sunday after the full moon that falls on
- or after March 21. It cannot occur before March 22 or after April 25.
-
- The sequence of all Sundays of the Church Year depends upon the date of
- Easter Day. But the Sundays of Advent are always the four Sundays
- before Christmas Day, whether it occurs on a Sunday or a weekday. The
- date of Easter also determines the beginning of Lent on Ash Wednesday,
- and the feast of the Ascension on a Thursday forty days after Easter
- Day.
-
-
- <1. Principal Feasts>
-
- The Principle Feasts observed in this Church are the following:
-
- Easter Day
-
- Ascension Day
-
- The Day of Pentecost
-
- Trinity Sunday
-
-
- All Saint's Day : November 1
-
- Christmas Day : December 25
-
- The Epiphany : January 6
-
- These feasts take precedence of any other day or observance. All
- Saints' Day may always be observed on the Sunday following November 1,
- in addition to its observance on the fixed date.
-
- <page 16>
-
-
- <2. Sundays>
-
- All Sundays of the year are feasts of our Lord Jesus Christ. In
- addition to the dated days listed above, only the following feasts,
- appointed on fixed days, take precedence of a Sunday:
-
- The Holy Name
-
- The Presentation
-
- The Transfiguration
-
- The feast of the Dedication of a Church, and the feast of its patron or
- title, may be observed on, or be transferred to, a Sunday, except in the
- seasons of Advent, Lent, and Easter.
-
- All other Feasts of our Lord, and all other Major Feasts appointed on
- fixed days in the Calendar, when they occur on a Sunday, are normally
- transferred to the first convenient open day within the week. When
- desired, however, the Collect, Preface, and one or more of the Lessons
- appointed for the Feast may be substituted for those of the Sunday, but
- not from the Last Sunday after Pentecost through the First Sunday after
- the Epiphany, or from the Last Sunday after the Epiphany through
- Trinity Sunday.
-
- With the express permission of the bishop, and for urgent and sufficient
- reason, some other special occasion may be observed on a Sunday.
-
-
- <3. Holy Days>
-
- The following Holy Days are regularly observed throughout the year.
- Unless otherwise ordered in the preceding rules concerning Sundays, they
- have precedence over all other days of commemoration or of special
- observance:
-
- =Other Feasts of Our Lord=
-
- The Holy Name
-
- The Presentation
-
- The Annunciation
-
- The Visitation
-
-
- Saint John the Baptist
-
- The Transfiguration
-
- Holy Cross Day
-
- <page 17>
-
-
- =Other Major Feasts=
-
- All feasts of Apostles
-
- All feasts of Evangelists
-
- Saint Stephen
-
- The Holy Innocents
-
- Saint Joseph
-
- Saint Mary Magdalene
-
-
- Saint Mary the Virgin
-
- Saint Michael and All Angels
-
- Saint James of Jerusalem
-
- Independence Day
-
- Thanksgiving Day
-
-
- =Fasts=
-
- Ash Wednesday
-
- Good Friday
-
-
- Feasts appointed of fixed days in the Calendar are not observed on the
- days of Holy Week or of Easter Week. Major Feasts falling in these
- weeks are transferred to the week following the Second Sunday of Easter,
- in the order of their occurrence.
-
- Feasts appointed on fixed days in the Calendar do not take precedence of
- Ash Wednesday.
-
- Feasts of our Lord and other Major Feasts appointed on fixed days,
- which fall upon or are transferred to a weekday, may be observed on any
- open day within the week. This provision does not apply to Christmas
- Day, the Epiphany, and All Saints' Day.
-
-
- <4. Days of Special Devotion>
-
- The following days are observed by special acts of discipline and
- self-denial:
-
- Ash Wednesday and the other weekdays of Lent and of Holy Week,
- except the feast of the Annunciation.
-
- Good Friday and all other Fridays of the year, in commemoration of the
- Lord's crucifixion, except for Fridays in the Christmas and Easter
- seasons, and any Feasts of our Lord which occur on a Friday.
-
-
- <5. Days of Optional Observance>
-
- Subject to the rules of precedence governing Principal Feasts, Sundays,
- <page 18>
- and Holy Days, the following may be observed with the Collects, Psalms,
- and Lessons duly authorized by this Church:
-
- Commemorations listed in the Calendar
-
- Other Commemorations, using the Common of Saints
-
- The Ember Days, traditionally observed on the Wednesdays, Fridays, and
- Saturdays after the First Sunday in Lent, the Day of Pentecost, Holy
- Cross Day, and December 13.
-
- The Rogation Days, traditionally observed on Monday, Tuesday, and
- Wednesday before Ascension Day
-
- Various Occasions
-
- Provided, that there is no celebration of the Eucharist for any such
- occasion on Ash Wednesday, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, and Holy
- Saturday; and provided further, that none of the Propers appointed for
- Various Occasions is used as a substitute for, or as an addition to, the
- Proper appointed for the Principal Feasts.
-
- <page 19>
-
-
- *January*
-
- 1 A : *The Holy Name of Our Lord Jesus Christ*
-
- 2 b
-
- 3 c
-
- 4 d
-
- 5 e
-
- 6 f : *The Epiphany of Our Lord Jesus Christ*
-
- 7 g
-
- 8 A
-
- 9 b
-
- 10 c : William Laud, Archbishop of Canterbury, 1645
-
- 11 d
-
- 12 e
-
- 13 f : Hilary, Bishop of Poitiers, 367
-
- 14 g
-
- 15 A
-
- 16 b
-
- 17 c : Antony, Abbot in Egypt, 356
-
- 18 d : *The Confession of Saint Peter the Apostle*
-
- 19 e : Wulfstan, Bishop of Worcester, 1095
-
- 20 f : Fabian, Bishop and Martyr of Rome, 250
-
- 21 g : Agnes, Martyr at Rome, 304
-
- 22 A : Vincent, Deacon of Saragossa, and Martyr, 304
-
- 23 b : Phillips Brooks, Bishop of Massachusetts, 1893
-
- 24 c
-
- 25 d : *The Conversion of Saint Paul the Apostle*
-
- 26 e : Timothy and Titus, Companions of Saint Paul
-
- 27 f : John Chrysostom, Bishop of Constantinople, 407
-
- 28 g : Thomas Aquinas, Priest and Friar, 1274
-
- 29 A
-
- 30 b
-
- 31 c
-
-
- <page 20>
-
-
- *February*
-
- 1 d
-
- 2 e : *The Presentation of Our Lord Jesus Christ in the Temple*
-
- 3 f : Anskar, Archbishop of Hamburg, Missionary to Denmark and
- Sweden, 865
-
- 4 g : Cornelius the Centurion
-
- 5 A : The Martyrs of Japan, 1597
-
- 6 b
-
- 7 c
-
- 8 d
-
- 9 e
-
- 10 f
-
- 11 g
-
- 12 A
-
- 13 b : Absalom Jones, Priest, 1818
-
- 14 c : Cyril, Monk, and Methodius, Bishop, Missionaries to the Slavs,
- 869, 885
-
- 15 d : Thomas Bray, Priest and Missionary, 1730
-
- 16 e
-
- 17 f
-
- 18 g
-
- 19 A
-
- 20 b
-
- 21 c
-
- 22 d
-
- 23 e : Polycarp, Bishop and Martyr of Smyrna, 156
-
- 24 f : *Saint Matthias the Apostle*
-
- 25 g
-
- 26 A
-
- 27 b : George Herbert, Priest, 1633
-
- 28 c
-
- 29
-
- <page 21>
-
-
- *March*
-
- 1 d : David, Bishop of Menevia, Wales, c. 544
-
- 2 e : Chad, Bishop of Lichfield, 672
-
- 3 f : John and Charles Wesley, Priests, 1791, 1788
-
- 4 g
-
- 5 A
-
- 6 b
-
- 7 c : Perpetua and Her Companions, Martyrs at Carthage, 202
-
- 8 d
-
- 9 e : Gregory, Bishop of Nyssa, c. 394
-
- 10 f
-
- 11 g
-
- 12 A : Gregory the Great, Bishop of Rome, 604
-
- 13 b
-
- 14 c
-
- 15 d
-
- 16 e
-
- 17 f : Patrick, Bishop and Missionary of Ireland, 461
-
- 18 g : Cyril, Bishop of Jerusalem, 386
-
- 19 A : *Saint Joseph*
-
- 20 b : Cuthbert, Bishop of Lindisfarne, 687
-
- 21 c : Thomas Ken, Bishop of Bath and Wells, 1711
-
- 14 22 d : James De Koven, Priest, 1879
-
- 3 23 e : Gregory the Illuminator, Bishop and Missionary of Armenia, 332
-
- 24 f
-
- 11 25 g : *The Annunciation of Our Lord Jesus Christ to the Blessed
- Virgin Mary*
-
- 26 A
-
- 19 27 b : Charles Henry Brent, Bishop of the Philippines, and of Western
- New York, 1929
-
- 8 28 c
-
- 29 d : John Keble, Priest, 1866
-
- 16 30 e
-
- 5 31 f : John Donne, Priest, 1631
-
- <page 22>
-
-
- *April*
-
- 1 g : Frederick Denison Maurice, Priest, 1872
-
- 13 2 A : James Lloyd Breck, Priest, 1876
-
- 2 3 b : Richard, Bishop of Chichester, 1253
-
- 4 c
-
- 10 5 d
-
- 6 e
-
- 18 7 f
-
- 7 8 g : William Augustus Muhlenberg, Priest, 1877
-
- 9 A : William Law, Priest, 1761
-
- 15 10 b
-
- 4 11 c : George Augustus Selwyn, Bishop of New Zealand, and of
- Lichfield, 1878
-
- 12 d
-
- 12 13 e
-
- 1 14 f
-
- 15 g
-
- 9 16 A
-
- 17 17 b
-
- 6 18 c
-
- 19 d : Alphege, Archbishop of Canterbury, and Martyr, 1012
-
- 20 e
-
- 21 f : Anselm, Archbishop of Canterbury, 1109
-
- 22 g
-
- 23 A
-
- 24 b
-
- 25 c : *Saint Mark the Evangelist*
-
- 26 d
-
- 27 e
-
- 28 f
-
- 29 g : Catherine of Siena, 1380
-
- 30 A
-
-
- <page 23>
-
-
- *May*
-
- 1 b : *Saint Philip and Saint James, Apostles*
-
- 2 c : Athanasius, Bishop of Alexandria, 373
-
- 3 d
-
- 4 e : Monnica, Mother of Augustine of Hippo, 387
-
- 5 f
-
- 6 g
-
- 7 A
-
- 8 b : Dame Julian of Norwich, c. 1417
-
- 9 c : Gregory of Nazianzus, Bishop of Constantinople, 389
-
- 10 d
-
- 11 e
-
- 12 f
-
- 13 g
-
- 14 A
-
- 15 b
-
- 16 c
-
- 17 d
-
- 18 e
-
- 19 f : Dunstan, Archbishop of Canterbury, 988
-
- 20 g : Alcuin, Deacon, and Abbot of Tours, 804
-
- 21 A
-
- 22 b
-
- 23 c
-
- 24 d : Jackson Kemper, First Missionary Bishop in the United States,
- 1870
-
- 25 e : Bede, the Venerable, Priest, and Monk of Jarrow, 735
-
- 26 f : Augustine, First Archbishop of Canterbury, 605
-
- 27 g
-
- 28 A
-
- 29 b
-
- 30 c
-
- 31 d : *The Visitation of the Virgin Mary*
-
- *The First Book of Common Prayer, 1549, is appropriately observed on a
- weekday following the Day of Pentecost.*
-
- <page 24>
-
-
- *June*
-
- 1 e : Justin, Martyr at Rome, c. 167
-
- 2 f : The Martyrs of Lyons, 177
-
- 3 g : The Martyrs of Uganda, 1886
-
- 4 A
-
- 5 b : Boniface, Archbishop of Mainz, Missionary to Germany, and
- Martyr, 754
-
- 6 c
-
- 7 d
-
- 8 e
-
- 9 f : Columba, Abbot of Iona, 597
-
- 10 g : Ephrem of Edessa, Syria, Deacon, 373
-
- 11 A : *Saint Barnabas the Apostle
-
- 12 b
-
- 13 c
-
- 14 d : Basil the Great, Bishop of Caesarea, 379
-
- 15 e
-
- 16 f : Joseph Butler, Bishop of Durham, 1752
-
- 17 g
-
- 18 A : Bernard Mizeki, Catechist and Martyr in Rhodesia, 1896
-
- 19 b
-
- 20 c
-
- 21 d
-
- 22 e : Alban, First Martyr of Britain, c. 304
-
- 23 f
-
- 24 g : *The Nativity of Saint John the Baptist*
-
- 25 A
-
- 26 b
-
- 27 c
-
- 28 d : Irenaeus, Bishop of Lyons, c. 202
-
- 29 e : *Saint Peter and Saint Paul, Apostles*
-
- 30 f
-
- <page 25>
-
-
- *July*
-
- 1 g
-
- 2 A
-
- 3 b
-
- 4 c : *Independence Day*
-
- 5 d
-
- 6 e
-
- 7 f
-
- 8 g
-
- 9 A
-
- 10 b
-
- 11 c : Benedict of Nursia, Abbot of Monte Casino, c. 540
-
- 12 d
-
- 13 e
-
- 14 f
-
- 15 g
-
- 16 A
-
- 17 b : William White, Bishop of Pennsylvania, 1836
-
- 18 c
-
- 19 d
-
- 20 e
-
- 21 f
-
- 22 g : *Saint Mary Magdalene*
-
- 23 A
-
- 24 b : Thomas a Kempis, Priest, 1471
-
- 25 c : *Saint James the Apostle*
-
- 26 d : The Parents of the Blessed Virgin Mary
-
- 27 e : William Reed Huntington, Priest, 1909
-
- 28 f
-
- 29 g : Mary and Martha of Bethany
-
- 30 A : William Wilberforce, 1833
-
- 31 b : Joseph of Arimathaea
-
-
- <page 26>
-
-
- *August*
-
- 1 c
-
- 2 d
-
- 3 e
-
- 4 f
-
- 5 g
-
- 6 A : *The Transfiguration of Our Lord Jesus Christ*
-
- 7 b : John Mason Neale, Priest, 1866
-
- 8 c : Dominic, Priest and Friar, 1221
-
- 9 d
-
- 10 e : Lawrence, Deacon, and Martyr at Rome, 258
-
- 11 f : Clare, Abbess at Assisi, 1253
-
- 12 g
-
- 13 A : Jeremy Taylor, Bishop of Down, Connor, and Dromore, 1667
-
- 14 b
-
- 15 c : *Saint Mary the Virgin, Mother of Our Lord Jesus Christ*
-
- 16 d
-
- 17 e
-
- 18 f : William Porcher DuBose, Priest, 1918
-
- 19 g
-
- 20 A : Bernard, Abbot of Clairvaux, 1153
-
- 21 b
-
- 22 c
-
- 23 d
-
- 24 e : *Saint Bartholomew the Apostle*
-
- 25 f : Louis, King of France, 1270
-
- 26 g
-
- 27 A
-
- 28 b : Augustine, Bishop of Hippo, 430
-
- 29 c
-
- 30 d
-
- 31 e : Aidan, Bishop of Lindisfarne, 651
-
- <page 27>
-
-
- *September*
-
- 1 f
-
- 2 g : The Martyrs of New Guinea, 1942
-
- 3 A
-
- 4 b
-
- 5 c
-
- 6 d
-
- 7 e
-
- 8 f
-
- 9 g
-
- 10 A
-
- 11 b
-
- 12 c : John Henry Hobart, Bishop of New York, 1830
-
- 13 d : Cyprian, Bishop and Martyr of Carthage, 258
-
- 14 e : *Holy Cross Day*
-
- 15 f
-
- 16 g : Ninian, Bishop in Galloway, c. 430
-
- 17 A
-
- 18 b : Edward Bouverie Pusey, Priest, 1882
-
- 19 c : Theodore of Tarsus, Archbishop of Canterbury, 690
-
- 20 d : John Coleridge Patteson, Bishop of Melanesia, and his
- Companions, Martyrs, 1971
-
- 21 e : *Saint Matthew, Apostle and Evangelist*
-
- 22 f
-
- 23 g
-
- 24 A
-
- 25 b : Sergius, Abbot of Holy Trinity, Moscow, 1392
-
- 26 c : Lancelot Andrewes, Bishop of Winchester, 1626
-
- 27 d
-
- 28 e
-
- 29 f : *Saint Michael and All Angels*
-
- 30 g : Jerome, Priest, and Monk of Bethlehem, 420
-
-
- <page 28>
-
-
- *October*
-
- 1 A : Remigius, Bishop of Rheims, c. 530
-
- 2 b
-
- 3 c
-
- 4 d : Francis of Assisi, Friar, 1226
-
- 5 e
-
- 6 f : William Tyndale, Priest, 1536
-
- 7 g
-
- 8 A
-
- 9 b : Robert Grosseteste, Bishop of Lincoln
-
- 10 c
-
- 11 d
-
- 12 e
-
- 13 f
-
- 14 g
-
- 15 A : Samuel Isaac Joseph Schereschewsky, Bishop of Shanghai, 1906
-
- 16 b : Hugh Latimer and Nicholas Ridley, Bishops, 1555, and Thomas
- Cranmer, Archbishop of Canterbury, 1556
-
- 17 c : Ignatius, Bishop of Antioch, and Martyr, c. 115
-
- 18 d : *Saint Luke the Evangelist*
-
- 19 e : Henry Martyn, Priest and Missionary to India and Persia, 1812
-
- 20 f
-
- 21 g
-
- 22 A
-
- 23 b : *Saint James of Jerusalem, Brother of Our Lord Jesus Christ,
- and Martyr, c. 62*
-
- 24 c
-
- 25 d
-
- 26 e : Alfred the Great, King of the West Saxons, 899
-
- 27 f
-
- 28 g : *Saint Simon and Saint Jude, Apostles*
-
- 29 A : James Hannington, Bishop of Eastern Equatorial Africa, and his
- Companions, Martyrs, 1885
-
- 30 b
-
- 31 c
-
- <page 29>
-
-
- *November*
-
- 1 d : *All Saints*
-
- 2 e : Commemoration of All Faithful Departed
-
- 3 f : Richard Hooker, Priest, 1600
-
- 4 g
-
- 5 A
-
- 6 b
-
- 7 c : Willibrord, Archbishop of Utrecht, Missionary to Frisia, 739
-
- 8 d
-
- 9 e
-
- 10 f : Leo the Great, Bishop of Rome, 461
-
- 11 g : Martin, Bishop of Tours, 397
-
- 12 A : Charles Simeon, Priest, 1836
-
- 13 b
-
- 14 c : Consecration of Samuel Seabury, First American Bishop, 1784
-
- 15 d
-
- 16 e : Margaret, Queen of Scotland, 1093
-
- 17 f : Hugh, Bishop of Lincoln, 1200
-
- 18 g : Hilda, Abbess of Whitby, 680
-
- 19 A : Elizabeth, Princess of Hungary, 1231
-
- 20 b
-
- 21 c
-
- 22 d
-
- 23 e : Clement, Bishop of Rome, c. 100
-
- 24 f
-
- 25 g
-
- 26 A
-
- 27 b
-
- 28 c
- 29 d
-
-
- 30 e : *Saint Andrew the Apostle*
-
-
- <page 30>
-
-
- *December*
-
- 1 f : Nicholas Ferrar, Deacon, 1637
-
- 2 g : Channing Moore Williams, Missionary Bishop in China and Japan,
- 1910
-
- 3 A
-
- 4 b : John of Damascus, Priest, c. 760
-
- 5 c : Clement of Alexandria, Priest, c. 210
-
- 6 d : Nicholas, Bishop of Myra, c. 342
-
- 7 e : Ambrose, Bishop of Milan, 397
-
- 8 f
-
- 9 g
-
- 10 A
-
- 11 b
-
- 12 c
-
- 13 d
-
- 14 e
-
- 15 f
-
- 16 g
-
- 17 A
-
- 18 b
-
- 19 c
-
- 20 d
-
- 21 e : *Saint Thomas the Apostle*
-
- 22 f
-
- 23 g
-
- 24 A
-
- 25 b : *The Nativity of Our Lord Jesus Christ*
-
- 26 c : *Saint Stephen, Deacon and Martyr*
-
- 27 d : *Saint John, Apostle and Evangelist*
-
- 28 e : *The Holy Innocents*
-
- 29 f
-
- 30 g
-
- 31 A
-
-
- <page 31>
-
-
- <The Titles of the Seasons
- Sundays and Major Holy Days
- observed in this Church throughout the Year>
-
-
- =Advent Season=
-
- The First Sunday of Advent
-
- The Second Sunday of Advent
-
- The Third Sunday of Advent
-
- The Fourth Sunday of Advent
-
-
- =Christmas Season=
-
- The Nativity of Our Lord Jesus Christ: Christmas Day, December 25
-
- The First Sunday after Christmas Day
-
- The Holy Name of Our Lord Jesus Christ, January 1
-
- The Second Sunday after Christmas Day
-
-
- =Epiphany Season=
-
- The Epiphany, or the Manifestation of Christ to the Gentiles, January 6
-
- The First Sunday after the Epiphany: The Baptism of Our Lord
- Jesus Christ
-
- The Second Sunday through the Eighth Sunday after the Epiphany
-
- The Last Sunday after the Epiphany
-
-
- =Lenten Season=
-
- The First Day of Lent, or Ash Wednesday
-
- The First Sunday in Lent
-
- The Second Sunday in Lent
-
- The Third Sunday in Lent
-
- The Fourth Sunday in Lent
-
- The Fifth Sunday in Lent
-
-
- =Holy Week=
-
- The Sunday of the Passion: Palm Sunday
-
- Monday in Holy Week
-
- <page 32>
-
- Tuesday in Holy Week
-
- Wednesday in Holy Week
-
- Maundy Thursday
-
- Good Friday
-
- Holy Saturday
-
-
- =Easter Season=
-
- Easter Eve
-
- The Sunday of the Resurrection, or Easter Day
-
- Monday in Easter Week
-
- Tuesday in Easter Week
-
- Wednesday in Easter Week
-
- Thursday in Easter Week
-
- Friday in Easter Week
-
- Saturday in Easter Week
-
- The Second Sunday of Easter
-
- The Third Sunday of Easter
-
- The Fourth Sunday of Easter
-
- The Fifth Sunday of Easter
-
- The Sixth Sunday of Easter
-
- Ascension Day
-
- The Seventh Sunday of Easter: The Sunday after Ascension Day
-
- The Day of Pentecost: Whitsunday
-
-
- =The Season After Pentecost=
-
- The First Sunday after Pentecost: Trinity Sunday
-
- The Second Sunday through the Twenty-Seventh Sunday after Pentecost
-
- The Last Sunday after Pentecost
-
-
- =Holy Days=
-
- Saint Andrew the Apostle, November 30
-
- Saint Thomas the Apostle, December 21
-
- Saint Stephen, Deacon and Martyr, December 26
-
- Saint John, Apostle and Evangelist, December 27
-
- The Holy Innocents, December 28
-
- The Confession of Saint Peter the Apostle, January 18
-
- <page 33>
-
- The Conversion of Saint Paul the Apostle, January 25
-
- The Presentation of Our Lord Jesus Christ in the Temple, also called
- the Purification of Saint Mary the Virgin, February 2
-
- Saint Matthias the Apostle, February 24
-
- Saint Joseph, March 19
-
- The Annunciation of Our Lord Jesus Christ to the Blessed Virgin Mary,
- March 25
-
- Saint Mark the Evangelist, April 25
-
- Saint Philip and Saint James, Apostles, May 1
-
- The Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary, May 31
-
- Saint Barnabas the Apostle, June 11
-
- The Nativity of Saint John the Baptist, June 24
-
- Saint Peter and Saint Paul, Apostles, June 29
-
- Saint Mary Magdalene, July 22
-
- Saint James the Apostle, July 25
-
- The Transfiguration of Our Lord Jesus Christ, August 6
-
- Saint Mary the Virgin, Mother of Our Lord Jesus Christ, August 15
-
- Saint Bartholomew the Apostle, August 24
-
- Holy Cross Day, September 14
-
- Saint Matthew, Apostle and Evangelist, September 21
-
- Saint Michael and All Angels, September 29
-
- Saint Luke the Evangelist, October 18
-
- Saint James of Jerusalem, Brother of Our Lord Jesus Christ, and
- Martyr, October 23
-
- Saint Simon and Saint Jude, Apostles, October 28
-
- All Saints' Day, November 1
-
-
- =National Days=
-
- Independence Day, July 4
-
- Thanksgiving Day
-
- <page 34>
-
- <page 35>
-
- The Daily Office
-
- <page 36>
-
-
- <Concerning the Service>
-
- *In the Daily Office, the term "Officiant" is used to denote the person,
- clerical or lay, who leads the Office.*
-
- *It is appropriate taht others persons be assigned to read the Lessons,
- and to lead other parts of the service not assigned to the officiant.
- The bishop, when present, apporpriately concludes the Office with a
- blessing.*
-
- *At celebrations of the Holy Eucharist, the Order for Morning or Evening
- Prayer may be used in place of all that precedes the Offertory.*
-
- *Additional Directions are on page 141.*
-
- <page 37>
-
-
-
- <Daily Morning Prayer:
- Rite One>
-
-
- *The Officiant begins the service with one or more of these sentences of
- Scripture, or with the versicle "O Lord, open thou our lips" on page
- 42.*
-
-
- =Advent=
-
- Watch ye , for ye know not when the master of the house
- cometh, at even, or at midnight, or at the cock-crowing, or in
- the morning; lest coming suddenly he find you sleeping.
- =Mark 13:35, 36=
-
- Prepare ye the way of the Lord, make straight in the desert a
- highway for our God. =Isaiah 40:3=
-
- The glory of the Lord shall be revealed, and all flesh shall see
- it together. =Isaiah 40:5=
-
-
- =Christmas=
-
- Behold, I bring you good tidings of a great joy, which shall be
- to all people. For unto you is born this day in the city of
- David a Savior, which is Christ the Lord. =Luke 2:10, 11=
-
- Behold, the tabernacle of God is with men, and he will dwell
- with them, and they shall be his people, and God himself
- shall be with them, and be their God. =Revelation 21:3=
-
- <page 38>
-
-
- =Epiphany=
-
- The Gentiles shall come to thy light, and kings to the bright-
- ness of thy rising. =Isaiah 60:3=
-
- I will give thee for a light to the Gentiles, that thou mayest be
- my salvation unto the end of the earth. =Isaiah 49:6b=
-
- From the rising of the sun even unto the going down of the
- same my Name shall be great among the Gentiles, and in
- every place incense shall be offered unto my Name, and a
- pure offering: for my Name shall be great among the heathen,
- saith the Lord of hosts. =Malachi 1:11=
-
-
- =Lent=
-
- If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the
- truth is not in us, but if we confess our sins, God is faithful
- and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all
- unrighteousness. =1 John 1:8, 9=
-
- Rend your heart, and not your garments, and turn unto the
- Lord your God; for he is gracious and merciful, slow to
- anger and of great kindness, and repenteth him of evil.
- =Joel 2:13=
-
- I will arise and go to my father, and will say unto him,
- "Father, I have sinned against heaven, and before thee; and
- am no more worthy to be called thy son." =Luke 15:18, 19=
-
- To the Lord our God belong mercies and forgivenesses,
- though we have rebelled against him; neither have we obeyed
- the voice of the Lord our God, to walk in his laws which he
- set before us. =Daniel 9:9, 10=
-
- Jesus said, "Whosoever will come after me, let him deny
- himself, and take up his cross, and follow me." =Mark 8:34=
-
- <page 38>
-
-
- =Holy Week=
-
- All we like sheep have gone astray; we have turned every one
- to his own way; and the Lord hath laid on him the iniquity of
- us all. =Isaiah 53:6=
-
- Is it nothing to you, all ye that pass by? Behold and see if
- there be any sorrow like unto my sorrow which is done unto
- me, wherewith the Lord hath afflicted me. =Lamentations 1:12=
-
-
- =Easter Season, including Ascension Day and the Day of
- Pentecost=
-
- Alleluia! Christ is risen.
- =The Lord is risen indeed. Alleluia!=
-
- This is the day which the Lord hath made; we will rejoice and
- be glad in it. =Psalm 118:24=
-
- Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our
- Lord Jesus Christ. =1 Corinthians 15:57=
-
- If ye then be risen with Christ, seek the things which are
- above, where Christ sitteth on the right hand of God.
- =Colossians 3:1=
-
- Christ is not entered into a the holy places made with hands,
- which are the figures of the true; but into heaven itself, now
- to appear in the presence of God for us. =Hebrews 9:24=
-
- Ye shall receive power after the Holy Ghost is come
- upon you; and ye shall be witness unto me both in
- Jerusalem, and in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the
- uttermost part of the earth. =Acts 1:8=
-
-
- =Trinity Sunday=
-
- Holy, holy, holy, Lord God Almighty, which was, and is, and
- is to come. =Revelation 4:8=
-
- <page 40>
-
-
- =All Saints and other Major Saints' Days=
-
- We give thanks unto the Father, which hath made us meet to
- be partakers of the inheritance of the saints in light.
- =Colossians 1:12=
-
- Ye are no more strangers and foreigners, but fellow-citizens
- with the saints and of the household of God. =Ephesians 2:19=
-
- Their sound is gone out into all lands, and their words into
- the ends of the world. =Psalm 19:4=
-
-
- =Occasions of Thanksgiving=
-
- O give thanks unto the Lord, and call upon his Name; tell the
- people what things he hath done. =Psalm 105:1=
-
-
- =At any Time=
-
- Grace be unto you, and peace, from God our Father, and
- from the Lord Jesus Christ. =Phillipians 1:2=
-
- I was glad when they said unto me, "We will go into the
- house of the Lord." =Psalm 122:1=
-
- Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart,
- be alway acceptable in thy sight, O Lord, my strength and
- my redeemer. =Psalm 19:14=
-
- O send out thy light and thy truth, that they may lead me,
- and bring me unto thy holy hill, and to thy dwelling.
- =Psalm 43:3=
-
- The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence
- before him. =Habakkuk 2:20=
-
- The hour is cometh, and now is, when the true worshipers
- shall worship the Father in spirit and in truth, for the Father
- seeketh such to worship him. =John 4:23=
-
- Thus saith the high and lofty One who inhabiteth eternity,
- <page 41>
- whose name is Holy, "I dwell in the high and holy place, with
- him also that is of a contrite and humble spirit, to revive the
- spirit of the humble, and to revive the heart of the contrite
- ones." =Isaiah 57:15=
-
-
- *The following Confession of Sin may then be said; or the Office may
- continue at once with "O Lord, open thou our lips."
-
-
- <Confession of Sin>
-
- *The Officiant says to the people*
-
- Dearly beloved, we have come together in the presence of
- Almighty God our heavenly Father, to render thanks for the
- great benefits that we have received at his hands, to set forth
- his most worthy praise, to hear this holy Word, and to ask, for
- ourselves and on behalf of others, those things that are
- necessary for our life and our salvation. And so that we may
- prepare ourselves in heart and mind to worship him, let us
- kneel in silence, and with penitent and obedient hearts
- confess our sins, that we may obtain forgiveness by his
- infinite goodness and mercy.
-
- *or this*
-
- Let us humbly confess our sins unto Almighty God.
-
- *Silence may be kept.*
-
- *Officiant and People together, all kneeling*
-
- Almighty and most merciful Father,
- we have erred and strayed from thy ways like lost sheep,
- we have followed too much the devices and desires of our
- /own hearts,
- we have offended against thy holy laws,
- we have left undone those things which we ought to
- /have done,
- <page 42>
- and we have done those things which we ought not to
- /have done.
- But thou, O Lord, have mercy upon us,
- spare thou those who confess their faults,
- restore thou those who are penitent,
- according to thy promises declared unto mankind
- in Christ Jesus our Lord;
- and grant, O most merciful Father, for his sake,
- that we may hereafter live a godly, righteous, and sober life,
- to the glory of thy holy Name. Amen.
-
-
- *The Priest alone stands and says*
-
- The Almighty and merciful Lord grant you absolution and
- remission of all your sins, true repentance, amendment of
- life, and the grace and consolation of his Holy Spirit. =Amen.=
-
- *A deacon or lay person using the preceding form remains kneeling, and
- substitutes "us" for "you" and "our" for "your."
-
-
- <The Invitatory and Psalter>
-
- *All stand*
-
- *Officiant* O Lord, open thou our lips.
- *People* And our mouth shall show forth thy praise.
-
-
- *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.
-
- *Except in Lent,* Alleluia. *may be added.*
-
-
- *Then follows one of the Invitatory Psalms, Venite or Jubilate.*
-
- <page 43>
-
- *One of the following Antiphons may be sung or said with the Invitatory
- Psalm*
-
- *In Advent*
-
- Our King and Savior now draweth nigh: O come, let us adore him.
-
-
- *On the Twelve Days of Christmas*
-
- Alleluia. Unto us a child is born: O come, let us adore him.
- Alleluia.
-
-
- *From the Epiphany through the Baptism of Christ, and on the Feasts of
- the Transfiguration and Holy Cross*
-
- The Lord hath manifested forth his glory: O come, let us
- adore him.
-
-
- *In Lent*
-
- The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: O come, let us
- adore him.
-
-
- *From Easter Day until the Ascension*
-
- Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed: O come, let us adore him.
- Alleluia.
-
-
- *From Ascension Day until the Day of Pentecost*
-
- Alleluia. Christ the Lord ascendedeth into heaven: O come,
- let us adore him. Alleluia.
-
-
- *On the Day of Pentecost*
-
- Alleluia. The Spirit of the Lord filleth the world: O come,
- let us adore him. Alleluia.
-
-
- *On Trinity Sunday*
-
- Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, one God: O come, let us
- adore him.
-
- <page 44>
-
- *On other Sundays and weekdays*
-
- The earth is the Lord's for he made it: O come, let us
- adore him.
-
- *or this*
-
- Worship the Lord in the beauty of his holiness: O come, let us
- adore him.
-
- *or this*
-
- The mercy of the Lord is everlasting: O come, let us adore him.
-
-
- *The Alleluias in the following Antiphons are used only in Easter
- Season.*
-
-
- *On Feasts of the Incarnation*
-
- [Alleluia.] The Word was made flesh and dwelt among us: O come, let us
- adore him. [Alleluia.]
-
- *On all Saints and other Major Saints' Days*
-
- [Alleluia.] The Lord is glorious in his saints: O come, let us
- adore him. [Alleluia.]
-
-
- <Venite> =Psalm 95:1-7=
-
- O come, let us sing unto the Lord; *
- let us heartily rejoice in the strength of our salvation.
-
- Let us come before his presence with thanksgiving *
- and show ourselves glad in him with psalms.
-
-
- For the Lord is a great God, *
- and a great King above all gods.
-
- In his hand are the corners of the earth, *
- and the strength of the hills is his also.
-
- The sea is his, and he made it, *
- and his hands prepared the dry land.
-
- <page 45>
-
- O come, let us worship and fall down, *
- and kneel before the Lord our Maker.
-
- For he is the Lord our God, *
- and we are the people of his pasture
- and the sheep of his hand.
-
-
- O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; *
- let the whole earth stand in awe of him.
-
- For he cometh, for he cometh to judge the world
- and with righteousness to judge the world
- and the peoples with his truth.
-
- *or Psalm 95, page 146.*
-
-
- <Jubilate> =Psalm 100=
-
- Be joyful in the Lord, all ye lands; *
- serve the Lord with gladness
- and come before his presence with a song.
-
- Be ye sure that the Lord he is God; *
- it is he that hath made us and we ourselves;
- we are his people and the sheep of his pasture.
-
- O go your way into his gates with thanksgiving
- and into his courts with praise; *
- be thankful unto him and speak good of his Name.
-
- For the Lord is gracious;
- his mercy is everlasting; *
- and his truth endureth from generation to generation.
-
- *In Easter Week, in place of an Invitatory Psalm, the following is sung
- or said. It may also be used daily until the Day of Pentecost.*
-
- <page 46>
-
-
- <Christ our Passover> =Pascha nostrum=
-
- =1 Corinthians 5:7-8; Romans 6:9-11; 1 Corinthians 15:20-22=
-
- Alleluia.
- Christ our Passover is sacrificed for us; *
- therefore let us keep the feast,
-
- Not with old leaven,
- neither with the leaven of malice and wickedness, *
- but with the unleavened bread of sincerity and truth. Alleluia.
-
-
- Christ being raised from the dead dieth no more; *
- death hath no more dominion over him.
-
- For in that he died, he died unto sin once; *
- but in that he liveth, he liveth unto God.
-
- Likewise reckon ye also yourselves to be dead indeed unto sin, *
- but alive unto God through Jesus Christ our Lord. Alleluia.
-
-
- Christ is risen from the dead, *
- and become the first fruits of them that slept.
-
- For since by man came death, *
- by man came also the resurrection of the dead.
-
- For as in Adam all die, *
- even so in Christ shall all be made alive. Alleluia.
-
-
- *Then follows*
-
-
- <The Psalm or Psalms Appointed>
-
- *At the end of the Psalms is sung or said*
-
- Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *
- as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.
-
- <page 47>
-
-
- <The Lessons>
-
- *One or two lessons, as appointed, are read, the Reader first saying*
-
- A Reading (Lesson) from &mdash..
-
- *A citation giving chapter and verse may be added.*
-
-
- *After each Lesson the Reader may say*
-
- The Word of the Lord.
-
- *Answer* Thanks be to God.
-
- *Or the Reader may say* Here endeth the Lesson (Reading).
-
- *Silence may be kept after each Reading. One of the following
- Canticles, or one of those on pages 85-95 (Canticles 8-21), is sung or
- said after each Reading. If three Lessons are used, the Lesson from the
- Gospel is read after the second Canticle.*
-
-
- <Canticle 1> A Song of Creation =Benedicite, omnia opera Domini=
-
- =Song of the Three Young Men, 35-65=
-
- =I Invocation=
-
- O all ye works of the Lord, bless ye the Lord; *
- praise him and magnify him for ever.
-
- O ye angels of the Lord, bless ye the Lord; *
- praise him and magnify him for ever.
-
-
- =II The Cosmic Order=
-
- O ye heavens, bless ye the Lord; *
- O ye waters that be above the firmament, bless ye the Lord;
-
- O all ye powers of the Lord, bless ye the Lord; *
- praise him and magnify him for ever.
-
- <page 48>
-
- O ye sun and moon, bless ye the Lord; *
- O ye stars of heaven, bless ye the Lord;
-
- O ye showers and dew, bless ye the Lord; *
- praise him and magnify him for ever.
-
-
- O ye winds of God, bless ye the Lord; *
- O ye fire and heat, bless ye the Lord;
-
- O ye winter and summer, bless ye the Lord; *
- praise him and magnify him for ever.
-
-
- O ye dews and frosts, bless ye the Lord; *
- O ye frost and cold, bless ye the Lord;
-
- O ye ice and snow, bless ye the Lord; *
- praise him and magnify him for ever.
-
-
- O ye nights and days, bless ye the Lord; *
- O ye light and darkness, bless ye the Lord;
-
- O ye lightnings and clouds, bless ye the Lord; *
- praise him and magnify him for ever.
-
-
- =III The Earth and its Creatures=
-
- O let the earth bless the Lord; *
- O ye mountains and hills, bless ye the Lord;
-
- O all ye green things upon the earth, bless ye the Lord; *
- praise him and magnify him for ever.
-
-
- O all ye fowls of the air, bless ye the Lord; *
- O all ye beasts and cattle, bless ye the Lord;
-
- O ye children of men, bless ye the Lord; *
- praise him and magnify him for ever.
-
- <page 49>
-
- =IV The People of God=
-
- O ye people of God, bless ye the Lord; *
- O ye priests of the Lord, bless ye the Lord;
-
- O ye servants of the Lord, bless ye the Lord; *
- praise him and magnify him for ever.
-
-
- O ye spirits and souls of the righteous, bless ye the Lord; *
- O ye holy and humble men of heart, bless ye the Lord.
-
- Let us bless the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit; *
- praise him and magnify him for ever.
-
-
- <Canticle 2> A Song of Praise =Benedictus es, Domine=
-
- =Song of the Three Young Men, 29-34=
-
- Blessed art thou, O Lord God of our fathers; *
- praised and exalted above all for ever.
-
- Blessed are thou for the name of thy Majesty; *
- praised and exalted above all for ever.
-
- Blessed are thou in the temple of thy holiness; *
- praised and exalted above all for ever.
-
- Blessed are thou that beholdest the depths,
- and dwellest between the Cherubim; *
- praised and exalted above all for ever.
-
- Blessed art thou on the glorious throne of thy kingdom; *
- praised and exalted above all for ever.
-
- Blessed are thou in the firmament of heaven; *
- praised and exalted above all for ever.
-
- Blessed are thou, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; *
- praised and exalted above all for ever.
-
-
- <Canticle 3> The Song of Mary =Magnificat=
-
- =Luke 1:46-55=
-
- My soul doth magnify the Lord, *
- and my spirit hath rejoiced in God my Savior.
-
- For he hath regarded *
- the lowliness of his handmaiden.
-
- For behold from henceforth *
- all generations shall call me blessed.
-
- For he that is mighty hath magnified me, *
- and holy is his Name.
-
- And his mercy is on them that fear him *
- throughout all generations.
-
- He hath showed strength with his arm; *
- he hath scattered the proud in the imagination of their hearts.
-
- He hath put down the mighty from their seat, *
- and hath exalted the humble and meek.
-
- He hath filled the hungry with good things, *
- and the rich he hath sent empty away.
-
- He remembering his mercy hath holpen his servant Israel, *
- as he promised to our forefathers,
- Abraham and his seed 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.
-
-
- <Canticle 4> The Song of Zechariah =Benedictus Dominus Deus=
-
- =Luke 1:68-79=
-
- Blessed be the Lord God of Israel, *
- for he hath visited and redeemed his people;
-
- And hath raised up a mighty salvation for us *
- in the house of his servant David,
-
- As he spake by the mouth of his holy prophets, *
- which have been since the world began:
-
- <page 51>
-
- That we should be saved from our enemies, *
- and from the hand of all that hate us;
-
- To perform the mercy promised to our forefathers, *
- and to remember his holy covenant;
-
- To perform the oath which he sware to our forefather Abraham, *
- that he would give us,
-
- That we being delivered out of the hand of our enemies *
- might serve him without fear,
-
- In holiness and righteousness before him, *
- all the days of our life.
-
- And thou, child, shalt be called the prophet of the Highest, *
- for thou shalt go before the face of the Lord
- /to prepare his ways;
-
- To give knowledge of salvation unto his people *
- for the remission of their sins,
-
- Through the tender mercy of our God, *
- whereby the dayspring from on high hath visited us;
-
- To give light to them that sit in darkness
- and in 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.
-
-
- <Canticle 5> The Song of Solomon =Nunc dimittis=
-
- =Luke 2:29-32=
-
- Lord, now lettest thou thy servant depart in peace, *
- according to thy word;
-
- For mine eyes have seen thy salvation, *
- which thou hast prepared before the face of all people,
-
- To be a light to lighten the Gentiles, *
- and to be the glory of thy people Israel.
-
- <page 51>
-
- Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *
- as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.
-
-
- <Canticle 6> Glory be to God =Gloria in Excelsis=
-
- Glory be to God on high,
- and on earth peace, good will towards mean.
-
- We praise thee, we bless thee,
- we worship thee,
- we glorify thee,
- we give thanks to thee for thy great glory,
-
- O Lord God, heavenly King, God the Father Almighty.
-
-
- O Lord, the only-begotten Son, Jesus Christ;
- O Lord God, Lamb of God, Son of the Father,
- that takest away the sins of the world,
- have mercy upon us.
-
- Thou that takest away the sins of the world,
- receive our prayer.
-
- Thou that sittest at the right hand of God the Father,
- have mercy upon us.
-
-
- For thou only art holy,
- thou only art the Lord,
- thou only, O Christ,
- with the Holy Ghost,
- art most high in the glory of God the Father. Amen.
-
-
- <Canticle 7> We Praise Thee =Te Deum laudamus=
-
- We praise thee, O God; we acknoledge thee to be the Lord.
- All the earth doth worship thee, the Father everlasting.
- To thee all Angels cry aloud,
- the Heavens and all the Powers therein.
- To thee Cherubim and Seraphim continually do cry:
- Holy, holy, holy, Lord God of Sabaoth;
- Heaven and earth are full of the majesty of thy glory.
-
- The glorious company of the apostles praise thee.
- The goodly fellowship of the prophets praise thee.
- The noble army of martyrs praise thee.
- The holy Church throughout all the world
- /doth acknowledge thee,
- the Father, of an infinite majesty,
- thine adorable, true, and only Son,
- also the Holy Ghost the Comforter.
-
-
- Thou art the King of glory, O Christ.
- Thou art the everlasting Son of the Father.
- When thou tookest upon thee to deliver man,
- thou didst humble thyself to be born of a Virgin.
- When thou hadst overcome the sharpness of death,
- thou didst open the kingdom of heaven to all believers.
- Thou sittest at the right hand of God, in the glory of the Father.
- We believe that thou shalt come to be our judge.
- We therefore pray thee, help thy servants,
- whom thou hast redeemed with thy precious blood.
- Make them to be numbered with thy saints,
- in glory everlasting.
-
-
- <The Apostles' Creed>
-
- *Officiant and People together, all standing*
-
- I believe in God, the Father almighty,
- maker of heaven and earth;
-
- And in Jesus Christ his only Son our Lord;
- who was conceived by the Holy Ghost,
- born of the Virgin Mary,
- suffered under Pontius Pilate,
- was crucified, dead, and buried.
- He descended into hell.
- <page 54>
- The third day he rose again from the dead.
- He ascended into heaven,
- and sitteth on the right hand of God the Father almighty.
- From thence he shall come to judge the quick and the dead.
-
- I believe in the Holy Ghost,
- the holy catholic Church,
- the communion of saints,
- the forgiveness of sins,
- the resurrection of the body,
- and the life everlasting. Amen.
-
- *The text of the Creed on page 96 may be used instead.*
-
-
- <The Prayers>
-
- *The People stand or kneel*
-
- *Officiant* The Lord be with you.
-
- *People* And also with you.
-
- *Officiant* Let us pray.
-
- *Officiant and People*
-
- Our Father, who art in heaven,
- hallowed be they 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 tresspasses,
- 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.
-
-
- *Then follows one of these sets of Suffrages*
-
- <Suffrages A>
-
- &V. O Lord, show thy mercy upon us;
-
- &R. And grant us thy salvation.
-
- &V. Endue thy ministers with righteousness;
-
- &R. And make thy chosen people joyful.
-
- &V. Give peace, O Lord, in all the world;
-
- &R. For only in thee can we live in safety.
-
- &V. Lord, keep this nation under thy care;
-
- &R. And guide us in the way of justice and truth.
-
- &V. Let thy way be known upon earth;
-
- &R. Thy saving health among all nations.
-
- &V. Let not the needy, O Lord, be forgotten;
-
- &R. Nor the hope of the poor be taken away.
-
- &V. Create in us clean hearts, O God;
-
- &R. And sustain us with your Holy Spirit.
-
-
- <Suffrages B>
-
- &V. O Lord, save thy people and bless thine heritage;
-
- &R. Govern them and lift them up for ever.
-
- &V. Day by day we magnify thee;
-
- &R. And we worship thy name for ever, world without end.
-
- &V. Vouchsafe, O Lord, to keep us this day without sin;
-
- &R. O Lord, have mercy upon us, hve mercy upon us.
-
- &V. O Lord, let thy mercy be upon us;
-
- &R. As our trust is in thee.
-
- &V. O Lord, in thee have I trusted;
-
- &R. Let me never be confounded.
-
-
- *The Officiant then says one or more of the following Collects*
-
- *The Collect of the Day*
-
- <page 55>
-
-
- *A Collect for Sundays*
-
- O God, who makest us glad with the weekly remembrance of
- the glorious resurrection of thy Son our Lord: Grant us this
- day such blessing through our worship of thee, that the days
- to come may be spent in thy favor; through Jesus
- Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
-
- *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.=
-
-
- *A Collect for Saturdays*
-
- Almighty God, who after the creation of the world didst rest
- from all thy works and sanctify a day of rest for all thy
- creatures: Grant that we, putting away all earthly anxieties,
- may be duly prepared for the service of thy sanctuary, and
- that our rest here upon earth may be a preparation for the
- eternal rest promised to thy people in heaven; through Jesus
- Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
-
- *A Collect for the Renewal of Life*
-
- O God, the King eternal, who dividest the day from the
- night and turnest the shadow of death into the morning:
- Drive far from us all wrong desires, incline our hearts to keep
- thy law, and guide our feet into the way of peace; that,
- having done thy will with cheerfulness while it was day, we
- may, when night cometh, rejoice to give thee thanks;
- through Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
- <page 57>
-
-
- *A Collect for Peace*
-
- O God, who art the author of peace and lover of concord,
- in knowledge of whom standeth our eternal life, whose service
- is perfect freedom: Defend us, thy humble servants, in all
- assaults of our enemies; that we, surely trusting in thy
- defense, may not fear the power of any adversaries; through
- the might of Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
-
- *A Collect for Grace*
-
- O Lord, our heavenly Father, almighty and everlasting God,
- who hast safely brought us to the beginning of this day:
- Defend us in the same with thy mighty power; and grant that
- this day we fall into no sin, neither run into any kind of
- danger; but that we, being ordered by thy governance, may
- do always what is righteous in thy sight; through Jesus Christ
- our Lord. =Amen.=
-
-
- *A Collect for Guidance*
-
- O heavenly Father, in whom we live and move and have our
- being: We humbly pray thee so to guide and govern us by thy
- Holy Spirit, that in all the cares and occupations of our life
- we may not forget thee, but may remember that we are ever
- walking in thy sight; through Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
- *Then, unless the Eucharist or a form of general intercession is to
- follow, one of these prayers for mission is added*
-
- Almighty and everlasting God, by whose Spirit the whole
- body of thy faithful people is governed and sanctified:
- Receive our supplications and prayers which we offer before
- thee for all members of thy holy Church, that in their
- vocation and ministry they may truly and godly serve thee;
- through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. =Amen.=
-
- *or the following*
-
- <page 58>
-
- O God, who hast made of one blood all the peoples of the
- earth, and didst send thy blessed Son to preach peace to those
- who are far off and to those who are near: Grant that people
- everywhere may seek after thee and find thee; bring the
- nations into thy fold; pour out thy Spirit upon all flesh; and
- hasten the coming of thy kingdom; through the same thy
- Son Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
- *or this*
-
- Lord Jesus Christ, who didst stretch out thine arms of love
- on the hard wood of the cross that everyone might come
- within the reach of thy saving embrace: So clothe us in thy
- Spirit that we, reaching forth our hands in love, may bring
- those who do not know thee to the knowledge and love of
- you; for the honor of thy Name. =Amen.=
-
- *Here may be sung a hymn or anthem.*
-
- *Authorized intercessions and thanksgivings may follow.*
-
-
- *Before the close of the Office one or both of the following may be
- used*
-
-
- *The General Thanksgiving*
-
- *Officiant and People*
-
- Almighty God, Father of all mercies,
- we thine unworthy servants
- do give thee most humble and hearty thanks
- for all thy goodness and loving-kindness
- to us and to all men.
- We bless thee for our creation, preservation,
- and all the blessings of this life;
- but above all for thine inestimable love
- in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ;
- for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.
- <page 59>
- And, we beseech thee,
- give us that due sense of all thy mercies,
- that our hearts may be unfaignedly thankful;
- and that we show forth thy praise,
- not only with our lips, but in our lives,
- by giving up our selves to thy service,
- and by walking before thee
- in holiness and righteousness all our days;
- through Jesus Christ our Lord,
- to whom, with thee and the Holy Spirit,
- be all honor and glory, world without end. =Amen.=
-
-
- *A Prayer of St. Chrysostom*
-
- Almighty God, who hast given us grace at this time with one
- accord to make our common supplication unto thee; and
- hast promised through thy well-beloved Son that when two
- or three are gathered together in his Name thou wilt be in the
- midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions
- of thy servants as may be best for us; granting us in this
- world knowledge of thy truth, and in the world to come life
- everlasting. =Amen.=
-
-
- *Then may be said*
-
- Let us bless the Lord.
- =Thanks be to God.=
-
- *From Easter Day through the Day of Pentecost "Alleluia, alleluia" may
- be added to the preceding versicle and response.*
-
-
- *The Officiant may then conclude with one of the following*
-
- The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and
- the fellowship of the Holy Ghost, be with us all evermore.
- =Amen.= =2 Corinthians 13:14=
-
- <page 60>
-
- 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=
-
- 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=
-
-
-
- <Daily Evening Prayer:
- Rite One>
-
- *The Officiant begins the service with one or more of the following
- sentences of Scripture, or of those on pages 37-40;*
-
- *or with the Service of Light on pages 109-112, and continuing with the
- appointed Psalmody;*
-
- *or with the versicle "O God, make speed to save us" on page 63.
-
- Let my payer be set forth in thy sight as the incense, and let
- the lifting up of my hands be an evening sacrifice.
- =Psalm 141:2=
-
- Grace be unto you, and peace, from God our Father, and
- from the Lord Jesus Christ. =Philippians 1:2=
-
- O worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness; let the whole
- earth stand in awe of him. =Psalm 96:9=
-
- Thine is the day, O God, thine also the night; thou hast
- established the moon and the sun. Thou hast fixed all the
- boundries of the earth; thou hast made summer and winter.
- =Psalm 74:15,16=
-
- I will bless the Lord, who giveth me counsel; my heart
- teacheth 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=
-
- <page 62>
-
- Seek him that made the Pleides and Orion, that turneth deep
- darkness into the morning, and darkeneth the day into night;
- that calleth for the waters of the sea, and poureth them out
- upon the face of the earth: The Lord is his Name. =Amos 5:8=
-
- If I say, "Surely the darkness will cover me, and the light
- around me turn to night," darkness is not dark to thee, O Lord;
- the night is as bright as the day; darkness and light to thee
- are both alike. =Psalm 139:10,11=
-
- Jesus said, "I am the light of the world; he that followeth me
- shall not walk in darkness, but shall have the light of life."
- =John 8:12=
-
-
- *The following Confession of Sin may then be said; or the Office may
- continue at once with "O God make speed to save us."
-
-
- <Confession of Sin>
-
- *The Officiant says to the people*
-
- Dear friends in Christ, here in the presence of Almighty God,
- let us kneel in silence, and with penitent and obedient hearts
- confess our sins, so that we may obtain forgiveness by his
- infinite goodness and mercy.
-
- *or this*
-
- Let us humbly confess our sins unto Almighty God.
-
- *Silence may be kept.*
-
- *Officiant and People together, all kneeling*
-
- Almighty and most merciful Father,
- we have erred and strayed from thy ways like lost sheep,
- we have followed too much the devices and desires of our
- /own hearts,
- we have offended against thy holy laws,
- we have left undone those things which we ought to
- /have done,
- and we have done those things which we ought not to
- /have done.
- But thou, O Lord, have mercy upon us,
- spare thou those who confess their faults,
- restore thou those who are penitent,
- according to thy promises declared unto mankind
- in Christ Jesus our Lord;
- and grant, O most merciful Father, for his sake,
- that we may hereafter live a godly, righteous, and sober life,
- to the glory of thy holy Name. Amen.
-
-
- *The Priest alone stands and says*
-
- The Almighty and merciful Lord grant you absolution and
- remission of all your sins, true repentance, amendment of
- life, and the grace and consolation of his Holy Spirit. =Amen.=
-
- *A deacon or lay person using the preceding form remains kneeling, and
- substitutes "us" for "you" and "our" for "your."
-
-
- <The Invitatory and Psalter>
-
- *All stand*
-
- *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.
-
- *Except in Lent,* Alleluia *may be added.*
-
- <page 64>
-
- *The following, or some other suitable hymn, or an Invitatory Psalm, may
- be sung or said*
-
-
- <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 thy praises, O God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
-
- Thou art worthy at all times to be praised by happy voices,
- O Son of God, O Giver of life,
- and to be glorified though all the worlds.
-
- *then follows*
-
-
- <The Psalm or Psalms Appointed>
-
- *At the end of the Psalms is sung or said*
-
- Glory to the 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>
-
- *One or two lessons, as appointed, are read, the Reader first saying*
-
- A Reading (Lesson) from &mdash..
-
- *A citation giving chapter and verse may be added.*
-
- <page 65>
-
- *After each Lesson the Reader may say*
-
- The Word of the Lord.
-
- *Answer* Thanks be to God.
-
- *Or the Reader may say* Here endeth the Lesson (Reading).
-
- *Silence may be kept after each Reading. One of the following
- Canticles, or one of those on pages 47-52, or 85-95, is sung or said
- after each Reading. If three Lessons are used, the Lesson from the
- Gospel is read after the second Canticle.*
-
-
- <The Song of Mary> =Magnificat=
- =Luke 1:46-55=
-
- My soul doth magnify the Lord, *
- and my spirit hath rejoiced in God my Savior.
-
- For he hath regarded *
- the lowliness of his handmaiden.
-
- For behold from henceforth *
- all generations shall call me blessed.
-
- For he that is mighty hath magnified me, *
- and holy is his Name.
-
- And his mercy is on them that fear him *
- throughout all generations.
-
- He hath showed strength with his arm; *
- he hath scattered the proud in the imagination of their hearts.
-
- He hath put down the mighty from their seat, *
- and hath exalted the humble and meek.
-
- He hath filled the hungry with good things, *
- and the rich he hath sent empty away.
-
- He remembering his mercy hath holpen his servant Israel, *
- as he promised to our forefathers,
- Abraham and his seed 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.
-
- <page 66>
-
-
- <The Song of Solomon> =Nunc dimittis=
- =Luke 2:29-32=
-
- Lord, now lettest thou thy servant depart in peace, *
- according to thy word;
-
- For mine eyes have seen thy salvation, *
- which thou hast prepared before the face of all people,
-
- To be a light to lighten the Gentiles, *
- and to be the glory of thy 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 Apostle's Creed>
-
- *Officiant and People together, all standing*
-
- I believe in God, the Father almighty,
- maker of heaven and earth;
-
- And in Jesus Christ his only Son our Lord;
- who was conceived by the Holy Ghost,
- born of the Virgin Mary,
- suffered under Pontius Pilate,
- was crucified, dead, and buried.
- He descended into hell.
- The third day he rose again from the dead.
- He ascended into heaven,
- and sitteth on the right hand of God the Father almighty.
- From thence he shall come to judge the quick and the dead.
-
- I believe in the Holy Ghost,
- the holy catholic Church,
- the communion of saints,
- the forgiveness of sins,
- the resurrection of the body,
- and the life everlasting. Amen.
-
- *The text of the Creed on page 96 may be used instead.*
-
- <page 67>
-
-
- <The Prayers>
-
- *The People stand or kneel*
-
- *Officiant* The Lord be with you.
-
- *People* And also with you.
-
- *Officiant* Let us pray.
-
- *Officiant and People*
-
- Our Father, who art in heaven,
- hallowed be they 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 tresspasses,
- 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.
-
-
- *Then follows one of these sets of Suffrages*
-
-
- <Suffrages A>
-
- &V. O Lord, show thy mercy upon us;
-
- &R. And grant us thy salvation.
-
- &V. Endue thy ministers with righteousness;
-
- &R. And make thy chosen people joyful.
-
- &V. Give peace, O Lord, in all the world;
-
- &R. For only in thee can we live in safety.
-
- &V. Lord, keep this nation under thy care;
-
- &R. And guide us in the way of justice and truth.
-
- <page 68>
-
- &V. Let thy way be known upon earth;
-
- &R. Thy saving health among all nations.
-
- &V. Let not the needy, O Lord, be forgotten;
-
- &R. Nor the hope of the poor be taken away.
-
- &V. Create in us clean hearts, O God;
-
- &R. And sustain us with your Holy Spirit.
-
-
- <Suffrages B>
-
- That this evening may be holy, good, and peaceful,
- =We entreat thee, O Lord.=
-
- That thy holy angels may lead us in paths of peace and
- goodwill,
- =We entreat thee, O Lord.=
-
- That we may be pardoned and forgiven for our sins
- and offenses,
- =We entreat thee, O Lord.=
-
- That there may be peace to thy Church and to the whole
- world,
- =We entreat thee, O Lord.=
-
- That we may depart this life in thy faith and fear, and
- not be condemned before the great judgment seat
- of Christ,
- =We entreat thee, O Lord.=
-
- That we may be bound together by thy Holy Spirit in
- the communion of [&mdash. and] all thy saints,
- entrusting one another and all our life to Christ,
- =We entreat thee, O Lord.=
-
-
- *The Officiant then says one or more of the following Collects*
-
- *The Collect of the Day*
-
- <page 69>
-
- *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 thee in that City of
- which he is the light; and where he liveth and reigneth for ever
- and ever. =Amen.=
-
-
- *A Collect for Fridays*
-
- O Lord Jesus Christ, who by thy death didst take away the
- sting of death: Grant unto us thy servants so to follow in
- faith where thou hast led the way, that we may at length fall
- asleep peacefully in thee, and awake up after thy likeness; for
- thy tender mercies' sake. =Amen.=
-
-
- *A Collect for Saturdays*
-
- O God, the source of eternal light: Shed forth thine unending
- day upon us who watch for thee, that our lips may praise thee,
- our lives may bless thee, and our worship on the morrow may
- give thee glory; through Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
-
- *A Collect for Peace*
-
- O God, from whom all holy desires, all good counsels, and
- all just works do proceed: Give unto thy servants that peace
- which the world cannot give, that our hearts may be set to
- obey thy commandments, and also that by thee, we, being
- defended from the fear of all enemies, may pass our time in
- rest and quietness; through the merits of Jesus Christ our
- Savior. =Amen.=
-
- <page 70>
-
-
- *A Collect for Aid against Perils*
-
- Lighten our darkness, we beseech thee, O Lord; and by thy
- great mercy defend us from all perils
-
-
-
-
-
- *Then, unless the Eucharist or a form of general intercession is to
- follow, one of these prayers for mission is added*
-
-
-
- *Here may be sung a hymn or anthem.*
-
- *Authorized intercessions and thanksgivings may follow.*
-
-
- *Before the close of the Office one or both of the following may be
- used*
-
-
- *The General Thanksgiving*
-
- *Officiant and People*
-
- Almighty God, Father of all mercies,
- we thine unworthy servants
- do give thee most humble and hearty thanks
- for all thy goodness and loving-kindness
- to us and to all men.
- We bless thee for our creation, preservation,
- and all the blessings of this life;
- but above all for thine inestimable 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 beseech thee,
- give us that due sense of all thy mercies,
- that our hearts may be unfaignedly thankful;
- <page 72>
- and that we show forth thy praise,
- not only with our lips, but in our lives,
- by giving up our selves to thy service,
- and by walking before thee
- in holiness and righteousness all our days;
- through Jesus Christ our Lord,
- to whom, with thee and the Holy Spirit,
- be all honor and glory, world without end. =Amen.=
-
-
- *A Prayer of St. Chrysostom*
-
- Almighty God, who hast given us grace at this time with one
- accord to make our common supplication unto thee; and
- hast promised through thy well-beloved Son that when two
- or three are gathered together in his Name thou wilt be in the
- midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, our desires and petitions
- of thy servants as may be best for us; granting us in this
- world knowledge of thy truth, and in the world to come life
- everlasting. =Amen.=
-
-
- *Then may be said*
-
- Let us bless the Lord.
- =Thanks be to God.=
-
- *From Easter Day through the Day of Pentecost "Alleluia, alleluia" may
- be added to the preceding versicle and response.*
-
-
- *The Officiant may then conclude with one of the following*
-
- The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and
- the fellowship of the Holy Ghost, be with us all evermore.
- =Amen.= =2 Corinthians 13:14=
-
- <page 73>
-
- 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=
-
- 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=
-
- <page 74>
-
- *Concerning the Service*
-
- *In the Daily Office, the term "Officiant" is used to denote the person,
- clerical or lay, who leads the Office.*
-
- *It is appropriate that other persons be assigned to read the Lessons,
- and to lead other parts of the service not assigned to the officiant.
- The bishop, when present, appropriately concludes the Office with a
- blessing.*
-
- *At celebrations of the Holy Eucharist, the Order for Morning or Evening
- Prayer may be used in place of all that precedes the Offeratory.*
-
- *Additional Directions are on page 141.*
-
- <page 75>
-
-
-
- <Daily Morning Prayer:
- Rite Two>
-
- *The Officiant begins the service with one or more of these sentences of
- Scripture, or with the versicle "Lord, open our lips" on page 80.*
-
-
- =Advent=
-
- Watch, for you do not know when the master of the house
- will come, in the evening, or at midnight, or at cockcrow, or
- in the morning, lest he come suddenly and find you asleep.
- =Mark 13:35, 36=
-
- In the wilderness prepare the way of the Lord, make straight
- in the desert a highway for our God. =Isaiah 40:3=
-
- The glory of the Lord shall be revealed, and all flesh shall see
- it together. =Isaiah 40:5=
-
-
- =Christmas=
-
- Behold, I bring you good news of a great joy which will come
- to all the people; for to you is born this day in the city of
- David, a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. =Luke 2:10, 11=
-
- Behold, the dwelling of God is with mankind. He will dwell
- with them, and they shall be his people, and God himself will
- be with them, and be their God. =Revelation 21:3=
-
- <page 76>
-
-
- =Epiphany=
-
- Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness
- of your rising. =Isaiah 60:3=
-
- I will give you as a light to the nations, that my salvation may
- reach to the end of the earth. =Isaiah 49:6b=
-
- 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=
-
-
- =Lent=
-
- If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth
- is not in us, but if we confess our sins, God, who is faithful
- and just, will forgive our sins and cleanse us from all
- unrighteousness. =1 John 1:8, 9=
-
- Rend your hearts and not your garments. Return to the Lord
- your God, for he is gracious and merciful, slow to anger and
- abounding in steadfast love, and repents of evil. =Joel 2:13=
-
- I will arise and go to my father, and I will say to him,
- "Father, I have sinned against heaven and before you; I am
- no longer worthy to be called your son." =Luke 15:18, 19=
-
- To the Lord our God belong mercy and forgiveness, because
- we have rebelled against him and have not obeyed the voice
- of the Lord our God by following his laws which he set
- before us. =Daniel 9:9, 10=
-
- Jesus said, "If anyone would come after me, let him deny
- himself and take up his cross and follow me." =Mark 8:34=
-
-
- =Holy Week=
-
- All we like sheep have gone astray; we have turned every one
- <page 77>
- to his own way; and the Lord has laid on him the iniquity of
- us all. =Isaiah 53:6=
-
- Is it nothing to you, all you who pass by? Look and see if
- there is any sorrow like my sorrow which was brought upon
- me, whom the Lord has afflicted. =Lamentations 1:12=
-
-
- =Easter Season, including Ascension Day
- and the Day of Pentecost=
-
- Alleluia! Christ is risen.
- =The Lord is risen indeed. Alleluia!=
-
- On this day the Lord has acted; we will rejoice and be glad in
- it. =Psalm 118:24=
-
- Thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord
- Jesus Christ. =1 Corinthians 15:57=
-
- If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that
- are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God.
- =Colossians 3:1=
-
- Christ has entered, not into a sanctuary made with hands, a
- copy of the true one, but into heaven itself, now to appear in
- the presence of God on our behalf. =Hebrews 9:24=
-
- You shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon
- you; and you shall be my witness in Jerusalem, and in all
- Judea, and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth. =Acts 1:8=
-
-
- =Trinity Sunday=
-
- Holy, holy, holy is the Lord God Almighty, who was, and is,
- and is to come! =Revelation 4:8=
-
-
- =All Saints and other Major Saints' Days=
-
- We give thanks to the Father, who has made us worthy to
- share in the inheritance of the saints in light. =Colossians 1:12=
-
- <page 78>
-
- You are no longer strangers and sojourners, but fellow
- citizens with the saints and members of the household of
- God. =Ephesians 2:19=
-
- Their sound has gone out into all lands, and their message to
- the ends of the world. =Psalm 19:4=
-
-
- =Occasions of Thanksgiving=
-
- Give thanks to the Lord, and call upon his Name; make
- known his deeds among the peoples. =Psalm 105:1=
-
-
- =At any Time=
-
- Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord
- Jesus Christ. =Philippians 1:2=
-
- I was glad when they said to me, "Let us go to the house of
- the Lord." =Psalm 122:1=
-
- Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart
- be acceptable in you sight, O Lord, my strength and my
- redeemer. =Psalm 19:14=
-
- 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 Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth keep silence
- before him. =Habakkuk 2:20=
-
- 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=
-
- 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=
-
- <page 79>
-
- *The following Confession of Sin may then be said; or the Office may
- continue at once with "Lord, open our lips."
-
-
- <Confession of Sin>
-
- *The Officiant says to the people*
-
- Dearly beloved, we have come together in the presence of
- Almighty God our heavenly Father, to set forth his praise, to
- hear his holy Word, and to ask, for ourselves and on behalf
- of others, those things that are necessary for our life and our
- salvation. And so that we may prepare ourselves in heart and
- mind to worship him, let us kneel in silence, and with
- penitent and obedient hearts confess our sins, that we may
- obtain forgiveness by his infinite goodness and mercy.
-
- *or this*
-
- Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.
-
- *Silence may be kept.*
-
- *Officiant and People together, all kneeling*
-
- 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.
-
- <page 80>
-
- *The Priest stands and says*
-
- Almighty God have mercy on you, forgive you all your sins
- through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen you in all
- goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep you in
- eternal life. =Amen.=
-
- *A deacon or lay person using the preceding form remains kneeling, and
- substitutes "us" for "you" and "our" for "your."
-
-
- <The Invitatory and Psalter>
-
- *All stand*
-
- *Officiant* Lord, open our lips.
- *People* And our mouth shall proclaim your praise.
-
- *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.
-
- *Except in Lent, add* Alleluia.
-
-
- *Then follows one of the Invitatory Psalms, Venite or Jubilate.*
-
- *One of the following Antiphons may be sung or said with the Invitatory
- Psalm*
-
-
- *In Advent*
-
- Our King and Savior now draws near: Come let us adore him.
-
-
- *On the Twelve Days of Christmas*
-
- Alleluia. To us a child is born: Come let us adore him. Alleluia.
-
- <page 81>
-
- *From the Epiphany through the Baptism of Christ, and on the Feasts of
- the Transfiguration and Holy Cross*
-
- The Lord has shown forth his glory: Come let us adore him.
-
-
- *In Lent*
-
- The Lord is full of compassion and mercy: Come let us
- adore him.
-
-
- *From Easter Day until the Ascension*
-
- Alleluia. The Lord is risen indeed: Come let us adore him.
- Alleluia.
-
-
- *From Ascension Day until the Day of Pentecost*
-
- Alleluia. Christ has ascended into heaven: Come let us adore him.
- Alleluia.
-
-
- *On the Day of Pentecost*
-
- Alleluia. The Spirit of the Lord renews the face of the earth:
- Come let us adore him. Alleluia.
-
-
- *On Trinity Sunday*
-
- Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, one God: Come let us adore him.
-
-
- *On other Sundays and weekdays*
-
- The earth is the Lord's for he made it: Come let us adore him.
-
- *or this*
-
- Worship the Lord in the beauty of his holiness: Come let us
- adore him.
-
- *or this*
-
- The mercy of the Lord is everlasting: Come let us adore him.
-
- <page 82>
-
- *The Alleluias in the following Antiphons are used only in Easter
- Season.*
-
-
- *On Feasts of the Incarnation*
-
- [Alleluia] The Word was made flesh and dwelt among us:
- Come let us adore him. [Alleluia]
-
-
- *On all Saints and other Major Saints' Days*
-
- [Alleluia.] The Lord is glorious in his saints: Come let us
- adore him. [Alleluia.]
-
-
- <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!
-
- *or Psalm 95, page 724.*
-
-
- <Jubilate> =Psalm 100=
-
- Be joyful in the Lord, all you lands; *
- serve the Lord with gladness
- and come before his presence with song.
-
- <page 83>
-
- 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.
-
- *In Easter Week, in place of an Invitatory Psalm, the following is sung
- or said. It may also be used daily until the Day of Pentecost.*
-
-
- <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; *
- therfore 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.
-
- <page 84>
-
- *Then follows*
-
- <The Psalm or Psalms Appointed>
-
- *At the end of the Psalms is sung or said*
-
- Glory to the 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>
-
- *One or two lessons, as appointed, are read, the Reader first saying
-
- A Reading (Lesson) from &mdash..
-
- *A citation giving chapter and verse may be added.*
-
-
- *After each Lesson the Reader may say*
-
- The Word of the Lord.
-
- *Answer* Thanks be to God.
-
- *Or the Reader may say* Here ends the Lesson (Reading).
-
-
- *silence may be kept after each Reading. One of the following
- Canticles, or one of those on pages 47-52 (Canticles 1-7), is sung or
- said after each Reading. If three lessons are used, the Lesson from the
- Gospel is read after the second Canticle.*
-
- <page 85>
-
-
- <8 The Song of Moses> =Cantemus Domino=
-
- =Exodus 15:1-6, 11-13, 17-18=
-
- *Especially suitable for use in Easter Season*
-
- 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 Pharoah 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.
-
-
- Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *
- as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.
-
- <page 86>
-
-
- <Canticle 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 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.
-
-
- <Canticle 10> The Second Song of Isaiah =Quaerite Dominum=
-
- =Isaiah 55:6-11=
-
- 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.
-
- <page 87>
-
- 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.
-
- <Canticle 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.
-
- <page 88>
-
- 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.
-
-
- <Canticle 12> A Song of Creation =Benedicite, omnia opera Domini=
-
- =Song of the Three Young Men, 35-65=
-
- *One or more sections of this Canticle may be used. Whatever the
- selection, it begins with the Invocation and concludes with the
- Doxology.*
-
- =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.
-
- <page 90>
-
- =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.
-
-
- <Canticle 13> =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 you holy Name; *
- we will praise you and highly exalt you for ever.
-
-
- Glory to you in the splendor of you 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.
-
-
- <Canticle 14> A Song of Penitence =Kyrie Pantokrator=
-
- =Prayer of Manasseh 1-2, 4, 6-7, 11-15=
-
- *Especially suitable in Lent, and on other penitential occasions*
-
- O Lord and Ruler of the hosts of heaven, *
- God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob,
- and of all their righteous offspring:
-
- You made the heavens and the earth, *
- with all their vast array.
-
- <page 91>
-
- All things quake with fear at your presence; *
- they tremble because of your power.
-
- But your merciful promise is beyond all measure; *
- it surpasses all that our minds can fathom.
-
- O Lord, you are full of compassion, *
- long-suffering, and abounding in mercy.
-
- You hold back your hand; *
- you do not punish as we deserve.
-
- In your great goodness, Lord,
- you have promised forgiveness to sinners, *
- that they may repent of their sin and be saved.
-
- And now, O Lord, I bend the knee of my heart, *
- and make my appeal, sure of your gracious goodness.
-
- I have sinned, O Lord, I have sinned, *
- and I know my wickedness only too well.
-
- Therefore I make this prayer to you: *
- Forgive me, Lord, forgive me.
-
- Do not let me perish in my sin, *
- nor condemn me to the depths of the earth.
-
- For you, O Lord, are the God of those who repent, *
- and in me you will show forth your goodness.
-
- Unworthy as I am, you will save me,
- in accordance with your great mercy, *
- and I will praise you without ceasing all the days of my life.
-
- For all the powers of heaven sing your praises, *
- and yours is the glory to ages of ages. Amen.
-
-
- <Canticle 15> The Song of Mary =Magnificat=
-
- =Luke 1:46-55=
-
- 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.
-
- <page 92>
-
- 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.
-
-
- <Canticle 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.
-
- <page 93>
-
- 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.
-
-
- <Canticle 17> The Song of Simeon =Nunc Dimittis=
-
- =Luke 2:29-32=
-
- 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.
-
-
- <Canticle 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;
-
- <page 94>
-
- 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.
-
-
- <Canticle 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.
-
-
- <Canticle 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,
- <page 95>
- 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.
-
-
- <Canticle 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.
-
- <page 96>
-
- 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 Apostles' Creed>
-
- *Officiant and People together, all standing*
-
- 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.
-
- <page 97>
-
- <The Prayers>
-
- *The People stand or kneel*
-
- *Officiant* The Lord be with you.
-
- *People* And also with you.
-
- *Officiant* Let us pray.
-
- *Officiant and People*
-
- Our Father, who art in heaven,
- hallowed be they 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.
-
- <parallel column>
-
- Our Father in heaven,
- hallowed be you 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.
-
- *Then follows one of these sets of Suffrages*
-
- <Suffrages A>
-
- &V. Show us your mercy, O Lord;
-
- &R. And grant us your salvation.
-
- &V. Clothe your ministers with righteousness;
-
- &R. Let your people sing with joy.
-
- &V. Give peace, O Lord, in all the world;
-
- &R. For only in you can we live in safety.
-
- <page 98>
-
- &V. Lord, keep this nation under your care;
-
- &R. And guide us in the way of justice and truth.
-
- &V. Let your way be known upon earth;
-
- &R. Your saving health among all nations.
-
- &V. Let not the needy, O Lord, be forgotten;
-
- &R. Nor the hope of the poor be taken away.
-
- &V. Create in us clean hearts, O God;
-
- &R. And sustain us by your Holy Spirit.
-
- <Suffrages B>
-
- &V. Save your people, Lord, and bless your inheritance;
-
- &R. Govern and uphold them, now and always.
-
- &V. Day by day we bless you;
-
- &R. We praise your name for ever.
-
- &V. Lord, keep us from all sin today;
-
- &R. Have mercy on us, Lord, have mercy.
-
- &V. Lord, show us your love and mercy;
-
- &R. For we put our trust in you.
-
- &V. In you, Lord, is our hope;
-
- &R. And we shall never hope in vain.
-
- *The Officiant then says one or more of the following Collects*
-
- *The Collect of the Day*
-
- *A Collect for Sundays*
-
- O God, you make us glad with the weekly remembrance of
- the glorious resurrection of you 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.=
-
- <page 99>
-
- *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.=
-
- *A Collect for Saturdays*
-
- Almighty God, who after the creation of the world rested
- from all you 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.=
-
- *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 during the day, we may,
- when night comes, rejoice to give you thanks; through Jesus
- Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
- *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.=
-
- <page 100>
-
- *A Collect for Grace*
-
- 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.=
-
- *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.=
-
- *Then, unless the Eucharist or a form of general intercession is to
- follow, one of these prayer for mission is added*
-
- 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
- your for all members of you holy Church, that in their
- vocation and ministry they may truly and devoutly serve you;
- through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. =Amen.=
-
- *or this*
-
- 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.=
-
- *or the following*
-
- <page 101>
-
- 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.=
-
- *Here may be sung a hymn or anthem.*
-
- *Authorized intercessions and thanksgivings may follow.*
-
- *Before the close of the Office one or both of the following may be
- used*
-
- *The General Thanksgiving*
-
- *Officiant and People*
-
- 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.=
-
- <page 102>
-
- *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.=
-
- *Then may be said*
-
- Let us bless the Lord.
- =Thanks be to God.=
-
- *From Easter Day through the Day of Pentecost "Alleluia, alleluia" may
- be added to the preceding versicle and response.*
-
- *The Officiant may then conclude with one of the following*
-
- 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=
-
- 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=
-
- 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=
-
- <page 103>
-
-
-
- <An Order of Service
- for Noonday>
-
- *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.
-
- *Except in Lent, add* Alleluia.
-
- *A suitable hymn may be sung.*
-
- *One or more of the following Psalms is sung or said. Other suitable
- selections include Psalms 19,67, one or more sections of Psalm 119, or a
- selection from Psalms 120 through 133.*
-
-
- <Psalm 119>
-
- 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.
-
- <page 104>
-
- 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 statues *
- for ever and to the end.
-
-
- <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.
-
- <page 105>
-
- 8 The LORD shall watch over your going out and your coming in, *
- from this time forth for evermore.
-
-
- <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.
-
-
- *At the end of the Psalms is sung or said*
-
- Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *
- as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.
-
-
- *One of the following, or some other suitable passage of Scripture, is
- read*
-
- 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.
-
- *or the following*
-
- <page 106>
-
- 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.
-
- *or this*
-
- 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.
-
- *A meditation, silent or spoken, may follow.*
-
-
- *The Officiant then begins the Prayers*
-
- Lord, have mercy.
-
- =Christ, have mercy.=
-
- Lord, have mercy.
-
- *Officiant and People*
-
- Our Father, who art in heaven,
- hallowed be they 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.
-
- <parallel column>
-
- Our Father in heaven,
- hallowed be you 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.
-
- <page 107>
-
-
- *Officiant* Lord, hear our prayer;
-
- *People* And let our cry come to you.
-
- *Officiant* Let us pray.
-
- *The Officiant then says one of the following Collect. If desired, the
- Collect of the Day may be used.*
-
- 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.=
-
- 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.=
-
- 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.=
-
- 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.=
-
- *Free intercessions may be offered.*
-
-
- *The service concludes as follows*
-
- *Officiant* Let us bless the Lord.
-
- *People* Thanks be to God.
-
- <page 108>
-
-
- <Concerning the Service>
-
- *This Order provides a form of evening service or vespers for use on
- suitable occasions in the late afternoon or evening. It may be used as
- a complete rite in place of Evening Prayer, or as the introduction to
- Evening Prayer or some other service, or as the prelude to an evening
- meal or other activity. It is appropriate also for use in private
- houses.*
-
- *Any part or parts of this service may be lead by lay persons. A priest
- or deacon, when presiding, should read the Prayer for Light, and the
- Blessing or Dismissal at the end. The bishop, when present, should give
- the Blessing.*
-
- *This order is not appropriate for use on Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday
- in Holy Week, or on Good Friday. Easter Eve has its own form for the
- Lighting of the Paschal Candle.*
-
- *For the Short Lesson at the beginning of the service, any one of the
- following is also appropriate, especially for the seasons suggested:*
-
- <column 1>
-
- Isaiah 60:19-20 (Advent)
-
- Luke 12:35-37 (Advent)
-
- John 1:1-5 (Christmas)
-
- Isaiah 60:1-3 (Epiphany)
-
- 1 John 1:5-7 (Lent)
-
- John 12:35-36a (Lent)
-
- <column 2>
-
- Revelation 21:10,22-24 (Easter)
-
- Psalm 36:5-9 (Ascension)
-
- Joel 2:28-30 (Whitsunday)
-
- Colossians 1:9,11-14 (Saints' Days)
-
- 1 Peter 2:9 (Saints' Days)
-
- Revelation 22:1,4-5 (Saints' Days)
-
- *Any of the prayers in contemporary language may be adapted to
- traditional language by changing the pronouns and the corresponding
- verbs.*
-
- *Additional Directions are on page 142.*
-
- <page 109>
-
-
-
- <An Order of Worship
- for the Evening>
-
- *The church is dark, or partially so, when the service is to begin.*
-
-
- *All stand, and the Officiant greets the people with these words.*
-
- Light and Peace, in Jesus Christ our Lord.
-
- *People* Thanks be to God.
-
-
- *In place of the above, from Easter Day through the Day of Pentecost*
-
- *Officiant* Alleluia. Christ is risen.
- *People* The Lord is risen indeed. Alleluia.
-
-
- *In Lent and on other penitential occasions*
-
- *Officiant* Bless the Lord who forgives all our sins;
-
- *People* His mercy endures for ever.
-
-
- *One of the following, or some other Short Lesson of Scripture
- appropriate to the occasion or to the season, may then be read*
-
- Jesus said, "You are the light of the world. A city built on a
- hill cannot be hid. No one lights a lamp to put it under a
- bucket, but on a lamp-stand where it gives light for everyone
- in the house. And you, like the lamp, must shed light among
- your fellow men, so that they may see the deed you do, and
- give glory to your Father in heaven." =Matthew 5:14-16=
-
- <page 110>
-
- 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=
-
- 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=
-
-
- *The Officiant then says the Prayer for Light, using any one of the
- following for some other suitable prayer, first saying*
-
- Let us pray.
-
- Almighty God, we give you thanks for surrounding us, as
- daylight fades, with the brightness of the vesper light; and we
- implore you of your great mercy that, as you enfold us with
- the radiance of this light, so you would shine into our hearts
- the brightness of your Holy Spirit; through Jesus Christ our
- Lord. =Amen.=
-
- Grant us, Lord, the lamp of charity which never fails, that it
- may burn in us and shed its light on those around us, and
- that by its brightness we may have a vision of that holy City,
- where dwells the true and never-failing Light, Jesus Christ
- our Lord. =Amen.=
-
- O Lord God Almighty, as you have taught us to call the
- evening, the morning, and the noonday one day; and have
- made the sun to know its going down: Dispel the darkness of
- our hearts, that by your brightness we may know you to be
- the true God and eternal light, living and reigning for ever
- and ever. =Amen.=
-
- <page 111>
-
- Lighten our darkness, we beseech thee, O Lord; and by thy
- great mercy defend us from all perils and dangers of this
- night; for the love of thy only Son, our Savior, Jesus Christ.
- =Amen.=
-
-
- *Advent*
-
- *Collect for the First Sunday of Advent*
-
-
- *Christmas, Epiphany, and other Feasts of the Incarnation*
-
- *Collect for the First Sunday after Christmas*
-
-
- *Lent and other times of penitence*
-
- Almighty and most merciful God, kindle within us the fire of
- love, that by its cleansing flame we may be purged of all our
- sins and made worthy to worship you in spirit and in truth;
- through Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
-
- *Easter Season*
-
- Eternal God, who led your ancient people into freedom by a
- pillar of cloud by day and a pillar of fire by night: Grant that
- we who walk in the light of your presence may rejoice in the
- liberty of the children of God; through Jesus Christ our Lord.
- =Amen.=
-
-
- *Festivals of Saints*
-
- Lord Christ, your saints have been the lights of the world
- in every generation: Grant that we who follow in their
- footsteps may be made worthy to enter with them into that
- heavenly country where you live and reign for ever and ever.
- =Amen.=
-
- <page 112>
-
-
- *The candles at the Altar are now lighted, as are other candles and
- lamps as may be convenient.*
-
- *During the candle-lighting, an appropriate anthem or psalm may be
- sung, or silence kept.*
-
-
- *The following hymn, or a metrical version of it, or some other hymn, is
- then sung*
-
-
- <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 praised, 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 service may then continue in any of the following ways:*
-
- *With Evening Prayer, beginning with the Psalms; or with some other
- Office or Devotion;*
-
- *With the celebration of the Holy Eucharist, beginning with the
- Salutation and Collect of the Day;*
-
- *Or, it may be followed by a meal or other activity, in which case Phos
- hilaron may be followed by the Lord's Prayer and a grace or blessing;*
-
- *Or, it may continue as a complete evening Office with the following
- elements:*
-
- <Selection from the Psalter.> *Silence, or a suitable Collect, or both,
- may follow the Psalmody.*
-
- <Bible Reading.> *A sermon or homily, a passage from Christian
- literature,
- or a brief silence, may follow the Reading.*
-
- <Canticle.> *The Magnificat or other canticle, or some other hymn of
- praise.*
-
- <Prayers.> *A litany, or other suitable devotions, including the Lord's
- Prayer.*
-
- <Blessing or Dismissal,> *or both. The Peace may then be exchanged.
-
-
- *On feasts or other days of special significance, the Collect of the
- Day, or one proper to the season, may precede the Blessing or Dismissal.
- On other days, either of the following, or one of the Collects from
- Evening Prayer or from Compline, may be so used.*
-
- Blessed are you, O Lord, the God of our fathers, creator
- of the changes of day and night, giving rest to the weary,
- renewing the strength of those who are spent, bestowing
- upon us occasions of song in the evening. As you have
- protected us in the day that is past, so be with us in the
- coming night; keep us from every sin, every evil, and every
- fear; for you are our light and salvation, and the strength of
- our life. To you be glory for endless ages. =Amen.=
-
- Almighty, everlasting God, let our prayer in your sight be as
- incense, the lifting up of our hands as the evening sacrifice.
- Give us grace to behold you, present in your Word and
- Sacraments, and to recognize you in the lives of those around
- us. Stir up in us the flame of that love which burned in the
- heart of your Son as he bore his passion, and let it burn in us
- to eternal life and to the ages of ages. =Amen.=
-
- <page 114>
-
-
- *A bishop or priest may use the following or some other blessing or
- grace*
-
- The Lord bless you and keep you. =Amen.=
-
- The Lord make his face to shine upon you and be gracious to you.
- =Amen.=
-
- The Lord lift up his countenance upon you and give you peace. =Amen.=
-
- *A deacon or lay person using the preceding blessing substitutes "us"
- for "you."*
-
-
- *A dismissal may be used (adding "Alleluia, alleluia" in Easter Season)*
-
-
- *The People respond*
-
- Thanks be to God.
-
-
- *In Easter Season the People respond*
-
- Thanks be to God. Alleluia, alleluia.
-
- <page 115>
-
-
-
- <Daily Evening Prayer:
- Rite Two>
-
- *The Officiant begins the service with one or more of the following
- sentences of Scripture, or of those on pages 75-78;*
-
- *or with the Service of Light on pages 109-112, and continuing with the
- appointed Psalmody;*
-
- *or with the versicle "O God, make speed to save us" on page 117*
-
- Let my prayer be set forth in your sight as incense, the lifting
- up of my hands as the evening sacrifice. =Psalm 141:2=
-
- Grace to you and peace from God our Father and from the
- Lord Jesus Christ. =Philippians 1:2=
-
- Worship the Lord in the beauty of his holiness; let the whole earth
- tremble before him. =Psalm 96:9=
-
- 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=
-
- 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=
-
- 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=
-
- <page 116>
-
- 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. =Pslam 139:10,11=
-
- 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=
-
- *The following Confession of Sin may then be said; or the Office may
- continue at once with "O God make speed to save us."*
-
-
- <Confession of Sin>
-
- *The Officiant says to the people*
-
- Dearly beloved, we have come together in the presence of
- Almighty god our heavenly Father, to set forth his praise, to
- hear his holy Word, and to ask, for ourselves and on behalf
- of others, those things that are necessary for our life and our
- salvation. And so that we may prepare ourselves in heart and
- mind to worship him, let us kneel in silence, and with
- penitent and obedient hearts confess our sins, that we may
- obtain forgiveness by his infinite goodness and mercy.
-
- *or this*
-
- Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.
-
- *Silence may be kept.*
-
- *Officiant and People together, all kneeling*
-
- 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.
- <page 117>
- 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.
-
- *The Priest alone stands and says*
-
- Almighty God have mercy on you, forgive you all your sins
- through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen you in all
- goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep you in
- eternal life. =Amen.=
-
- *A deacon or lay person using the preceding form remains kneeling, and
- substitutes "us" for "you" and "our" for "your."
-
-
- <The Invitatory and Psalter>
-
- *All stand*
-
- *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.
-
- *Except in Lent, add* Alleluia.
-
- *The following, or some other suitable hymn, or an Invitatory Psalm, may
- be sung or said.*
-
-
- <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 praised, 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.
-
- *Then follows*
-
- <The Psalm or Psalms Appointed>
-
- *At the end of the Psalms is sung or said*
-
- Glory to the 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>
-
- *One or two lessons, as appointed, are read, the Reader first saying
-
- A Reading (Lesson) from &mdash..
-
- *A citation giving chapter and verse may be added.*
-
- <page 119>
-
- *After each Lesson the Reader may say*
-
- The Word of the Lord.
-
- *Answer* Thanks be to God.
-
- *Or the Reader may say* Here ends the Lesson (Reading).
-
- *Silence may be kept after each Reading. One of the following
- Canticles, or one of those on pages 47-52, or 85-95, is sung or said
- after each Reading. If three lessons are used, the Lesson from the
- Gospel is read after the second Canticle.*
-
-
- <The Song of Mary> =Magnificat=
-
- =Luke 1:46-55=
-
- 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.
-
- <page 120>
-
-
- <Song of Simeon> =Nunc Dimittis=
-
- =Luke 2:29-32=
-
- 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 Apostles' Creed>
-
- *Officiant and People together, all standing*
-
- 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.
-
- <page 121>
-
-
- <The Prayers>
-
- *The People stand or kneel*
-
- *Officiant* The Lord be with you.
-
- *People* And also with you.
-
- *Officiant* Let us pray.
-
- *Officiant and People*
-
- Our Father, who art in heaven,
- hallowed be they 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.
-
- <parallel column>
-
- Our Father in heaven,
- hallowed be you 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.
-
-
- *Then follows one of these sets of Suffrages*
-
- <Suffrages A>
-
- &V. Show us your mercy, O Lord;
-
- &R. And grant us your salvation.
-
- &V. Clothe your ministers with righteousness;
-
- &R. Let your people sing with joy.
-
- &V. Give peace, O Lord, in all the world;
-
- &R. For only in you can we live in safety.
-
- <page 122>
-
- &V. Lord, keep this nation under your care;
-
- &R. And guide us in the way of justice and truth.
-
- &V. Let your way be known upon earth;
-
- &R. Your saving health among all nations.
-
- &V. Let not the needy, O Lord, be forgotten;
-
- &R. Nor the hope of the poor be taken away.
-
- &V. Create in us clean hearts, O God;
-
- &R. And sustain us by your Holy Spirit.
-
-
- <Suffrages B>
-
- 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 [&3m. and ] all your saints,
- entrusting one another and all our life to Christ,
- =We entreat you, O Lord.=
-
- *The Officiant then says one or more of the following Collects*
-
- *The Collect of the Day*
-
- <page 123>
-
-
- *A Collect for Sundays*
-
- O God, you make us glad with the weekly remembrance of
- the glorious resurrection of you 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 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.=
-
-
- *A Collect for Saturdays*
-
- Almighty God, who after the creation of the world rested
- from all you 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.=
-
-
- *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.=
-
-
- *A Collect for Aid against Perils*
-
- 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.=
-
- <page 124>
-
-
- *A Collect for Projection*
-
- 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.=
-
-
- *A Collect for the Presence of Christ*
-
- 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.=
-
-
- *Then, unless the Eucharist or a form of general intercession is to
- follow, one of these prayer for mission is added*
-
- 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 mean and women
- everywhere love you and serve you in peace; through Jesus
- Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
- *or this*
-
- 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.=
-
- *or the following*
-
- <page 125>
-
- O God, you manifest in your servants the signs of your
- presence: Send forth upon us the spirit of love, that in
- companionship with one another your abounding grace may
- increase among us; through Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
- *Here may be sung a hymn or anthem.*
-
- *Authorized intercessions and thanksgivings may follow.*
-
- *Before the close of the Office one or both of the following may be
- used*
-
-
- *The General Thanksgiving*
-
- *Officiant and People*
-
- 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.=
-
- <page 126>
-
-
- *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.=
-
- *Then may be said*
-
- Let us bless the Lord.
- =Thanks be to God.=
-
- *From Easter Day through the Day of Pentecost "Alleluia, alleluia" may
- be added to the preceding versicle and response.*
-
-
- *The Officiant may then conclude with one of the following*
-
- 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=
-
- 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=
-
- 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=
-
- <page 127>
-
-
-
- <An Order for Compline>
-
- *The Officiant begins*
-
- The Lord Almighty grant us a peaceful night and a perfect
- end. =Amen.=
-
- *Officiant* Our help is in the Name of the Lord;
-
- *People* The maker of heaven and earth.
-
-
- *The Officiant may then say*
-
- Let us confess our sins to God.
-
- *Officiant and People*
-
- 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.
-
- *Officiant*
-
- May the Almighty God grant us forgiveness of all our sins,
- and the grace and comfort of the Holy Spirit. =Amen.=
-
-
- *The Officiant then says*
-
- 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.
-
- *Except in Lent, add* Alleluia.
-
- *One or more of the following Psalms are sung or said. Other suitable
- selections may be substituted.*
-
-
- <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 bead.
-
- 5 Offer the appointed sacrifices *
- and put your trust in the LORD.
-
- <page 129>
-
- 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.
-
-
- <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.
-
-
- <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."
-
- <page 130>
-
- 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 only have 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.
-
- <page 131>
-
- 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.
-
-
- <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.
-
-
- *At the end of the Psalms is sung or said*
-
- Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *
- as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.
-
-
- *One of the following, or some other suitable passage of Scripture, is
- read*
-
- 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=
-
- *People* Thanks be to God.
-
- *or this*
-
- Come to me, all who labor and are heavy-laden, and I will
- give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me;
- for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for
- your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.
- =Matthew 11:28-30=
-
- *People* Thanks be to God.
-
- *or the following*
-
- <page 132>
-
- 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=
-
- *People* Thanks be to God.
-
- *or this*
-
- 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=
-
- *People* Thanks be to God.
-
- *A hymn suitable for the evening may be sung.*
-
-
- *Then follows*
-
- &V. Into your hands, O Lord, I commend my spirit;
-
- &R. For you have redeemed me, O Lord, O God of truth.
-
- &V. Keep us, O Lord, as the apple of your eye;
-
- &R. Hide us under the shadow of your wings.
-
-
- Lord, have mercy.
-
- =Christ, have mercy.=
-
- Lord, have mercy.
-
-
- *Officiant and People*
-
- Our Father, who art in heaven,
- hallowed be they Name,
- thy kingdom come,
- thy will be done,
- /on earth as it is in heaven.
-
- <page 133>
-
- 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.
-
- <parallel column>
-
- Our Father in heaven,
- hallowed be you 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.
-
-
- *Officiant* Lord, hear our prayer;
-
- *People* And let our cry come to you.
-
- *Officiant* Let us pray.
-
-
- *The Officiant then says one of the following Collects*
-
- 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.=
-
- 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.=
-
- 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.=
-
- 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.=
-
- <page 134>
-
-
- *A Collect for Saturdays*
-
- 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.=
-
-
- *One of the following prayers may be added*
-
- 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.=
-
- *or this*
-
- 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.=
-
- *Silence may be kept, and free intercessions and thanksgivings may be
- offered.*
-
-
- *The service concludes with the Song of Simeon with this Antiphon, which
- is sung or said by all*
-
- Guide us waking, O Lord, and guard us sleeping; that awake
- we may watch with Christ, and asleep we may rest in peace.
-
- *In Easter Season, add* Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia.
-
- <page 135>
-
- 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.
-
- *In Easter Season, add* Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia.
-
-
- *Officiant* Let us bless the Lord.
-
- *People* Thanks be to God.
-
- *The Officiant concludes*
-
- The almighty and merciful Lord, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit,
- bless us and keep us. =Amen.=
-
- <page 136>
-
-
-
- <Daily Devotions for
- Families and Individuals>
-
- *These devotions follow the basic structure of the Daily Office of the
- Church.*
-
- *When more than one person is present, the Reading and the Collect
- should be read by one person, and the other parts said in unison, or in
- some other convenient manner. (For suggestions about reading the
- Psalms, see page 582.)*
-
- *For convenience, appropriate Psalms, Readings, and Collects are
- provided in each service. When desired, however, the Collect of the
- Day, or any of the Collects appointed in the Daily Offices, may be used
- instead.*
-
- *The Psalms and Readings may be replaced by those appointed in*
-
- *a) the Lectionary for Sundays, Holy Days, the Common of Saints, and
- Various Occasions, page 888.*
-
- *b) the Daily Office Lectionary, page 934*
-
- *c) some other manual of devotion which provides daily selections for
- the
- Church Year.*
-
-
- <In the Morning>
-
- *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.
-
-
- *A 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=
-
- *A period of silence my follow.*
-
- *A hymn or canticle may be used; the Apostles' Creed may be said.*
-
- *Prayers may be offered for ourselves and others.*
-
- *The Lord's Prayer*
-
- *The 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.=
-
- <page 138>
-
-
- <At Noon>
-
- *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.
-
- *A 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=
-
- *Prayers may be offered for ourselves and others.*
-
- *The Lord's Prayer*
-
- *The 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.=
-
- *or this*
-
- 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. =Amen.=
-
- <page 138>
-
-
- <In the Early Evening>
-
- *This devotion my be used before or after the evening meal.*
-
- *The Order of Worship for the Evening, page 109, may be used instead.*
-
- 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 praised, 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.
-
- *A 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=
-
- *Prayers may be offered for ourselves and others.*
-
- *The Lord's Prayer*
-
- *The 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.=
-
- <page 140>
-
-
- <At the Close of Day>
-
-
- <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.
-
- *A Reading*
-
- 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=
-
- *The following may be said*
-
- 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.
-
- *Prayers for ourselves and others may follow. It is appropriate that
- prayers of thanksgiving for the blessings of the day, and penitence for
- our
- sins, be included.*
-
- *The Lord's Prayer*
-
- *The Collect*
-
- Visit this place, O Lord, and drive far from it all snares of the
- enemy; let your holy angles dwell with us to preserve us in
- peace; and let your blessing be upon us always; through Jesus
- Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
- The almighty and merciful Lord, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit,
- bless us and keep us. =Amen.=
-
- <page 141>
-
-
- <Additional Directions>
-
-
- *Morning and Evening Prayer*
-
- *Any of the opening sentences of Scripture, including those listed for
- specific seasons or days, may be used at any time according to the
- discretion of the officiant.*
-
- *The proper antiphons on pages 43-44 and 80-82 may be used as refrains
- with either of the invitatory Psalms.*
-
- *Antiphons drawn from the Psalms themselves, or from the opening
- sentences given in the Offices, or from other passages of Scripture may
- be used with the Psalms and biblical Canticles.*
-
- *Gloria Patri is always sung or said at the conclusion of the entire
- portion of the Psalter; and may be used after the Invitatory Psalm or
- the Canticle "Christ our Passover," after each Psalm, and after each
- section of Psalm 119.*
-
- *The Gloria printed at the conclusion of certain Canticles may be
- omitted when desired.*
-
- *The following pointing of the Gloria may be used:*
-
- Glory to the Father, and to the Son, *
- and to the Holy Spirit:
-
- As it was in the beginning, is now, *
- and will be for ever. Amen.
-
- *In Rite One services of Morning Prayer and Evening Prayer, the
- following form of the Gloria may be used:*
-
- 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.
-
- *Metrical versions of the Invitatory Psalms, and of the Canticles after
- the Readings, may be used.*
-
- <page 142>
-
- *In special circumstances, in place of a Canticle, a hymn may be sung.*
-
- *The Apostles' Creed is omitted from the Office when the Eucharist with
- its own Creed is to follow. It may also be omitted at one of the
- Offices on weekdays.*
-
- *The Lord's Prayer may be omitted from the Office when the Litany or the
- Eucharist is to follow immediately.*
-
- *In the Intercessions and Thanksgivings, opportunity may be given for
- the members of the congregation to express intentions or objects of
- prayer and thanksgiving, either at the bidding, or in the course of the
- prayer; and opportunity may be given for silent prayer.*
-
- *A sermon may be preached after the Office; or, within the Office, after
- the Readings or at the time of the hymn or anthem after the Collects.*
-
- *On occasion, at the discretion of the Minister, a reading from
- non-biblical Christian literature may follow the biblical Readings.*
-
- *An offering may be received and presented at the Office.*
-
-
- *When there is Communion*
-
- *When Morning or Evening Prayer is used as the Liturgy of the Word at
- the Eucharist, the Nicene Creed may take the place of the Apostles'
- Creed, and the officiant may pass at once from the salutation "The Lord
- be with you," and its response, to the Collect of the Day. A Lesson
- from the Gospel is always included.*
-
- *The Intercessions on such occasions are to conform to the directions on
- page 383.*
-
- *The service then continues with the [Peace and] Offeratory.*
-
-
- *Order of Worship for the Evening*
-
- *Before this service, there should be as little artificial light as
- possible in
- the church. A musical prelude or processional is not appropriate.*
-
- *When the ministers enter, one or two lighted candles may be carried
- <page 143>
- before them, and used to provide light for reading the opening Short
- Lesson and Prayer for Light. From Easter Day through the Day of
- Pentecost, the Paschal Candle, if used, should be burning in its
- customary place before the people assemble; the officiant then goes to a
- place close by it to begin the service by its light.*
-
- *The Short Lessons may be read from any version of the Scriptures
- authorized for public worship in this Church, and should be read without
- announcement or conclusion. When one or more Scripture Lessons are to
- be read later in the service, the Short Lesson may be omitted.*
-
- *For the lighting of the candles at the Altar and elsewhere, in Easter
- Season the flame may be taken from the Paschal Candle. At other times,
- the candle or candles carried in at the beginning of the service may be
- placed on or near the Altar, and other candles may be lighted from them.
- During Advent, the lighting of an Advent Wreath may take place after
- the Prayer for Light. On special occasions, lighted candles may be
- distributed to members of the congregation.*
-
- *When this service is used in private houses, candles may be lighted at
- the dining table, or at some other convenient place.*
-
- *If incense is to be used, it is appropriate after the candles have been
- lighted and while the hymn Phos hilaron is being sung.*
-
- *When this service continues as a complete Office, Psalms and Lessons
- from the Office Lectionary or the Proper of the Day, or ones suitable to
- the season or the occasion, may be used. Psalms generally appropriate
- to the evening include: 8, 23, 27, 36, 84, 93, 113, 114, 117, 121, 134,
- 139, 141, 143. When desired, more than one Lesson may be read, with
- silence or singing between them.*
-
- *If an additional hymn is desired, it may be sung immediately before the
- Blessing or Dismissal.*
-
- *When a meal is to follow, a blessing over food may serve as the
- conclusion of this form of service.*
-
- <page 144>
-
-
- <Suggested Canticles at Morning Prayer>
-
- : After the Old Testament Reading; After the New Testament Reading
-
- Sun. : 4. or 16. Benedictus Dominus; 7. or 21. Te Deum laudamus
- Advent : 11. Surge, illuminare; 4. or 16. Benedictus Dominus
- Lent : 14. Kyrie Pantokrator; 4. or 16. Benedictus Dominus
- Easter : 8. Cantemus Domino
-
- Mon. : 9. Ecce, Deus; 19. Magna et mirabilia
-
- Tue. : 2. or 13. Benedictus es; 18. Dignus es
-
- Wed. : 11. Surge, illuminare; 4. or 16. Benedictus Dominus
- Lent : 14. Kyrie Pantokrator;
-
- Thu. : 8. Cantemus Domino ; 6. or 20. Gloria in excelsis
- Advent and Lent : ; 19. Magna et mirabilia
-
- Fri. : 10. =Quaerite Dominum=; 18. =Dignus es=
- Lent : 14. Kyrie Pantokrator;
-
- Sat. : 1. or 12. Benedicite; 19. Magna et mirabilia
-
- *On Feasts of our Lord and other Major Feasts* :
- 4. or 16 Benedictus Dominus; 7. or 21. Te Deum laudamus
-
- <page 145>
-
-
- <Suggested Canticles at Evening Prayer>
-
- : After the Old Testament Reading; After the New Testament Reading
-
- Sun. : Magnificat; Nunc Dimittis **
-
- Mon. : 8. Cantemus Domino; Nunc Dimittis
- Lent: 14. Kyrie Pantokrator;
-
- Tue. : 10. Quaerite Dominum; Magnificat
-
- Wed. : 1. or 12. Benedicite; Nunc Dimittis
-
- Thu. : 11. Surge, illuminare; Magnificat
-
- Fri. : 2. or 13. Benedictus es; Nunc Dimittis
-
- Sat. : 9. Ecce, Deus; Magnificat
-
- *On Feasts of our Lord and other Major Feasts* :
- Magnificat; Nunc Dimittis**
-
- ** *If only one Reading is used, the suggested Canticle is the
- Magnificat.*
-
- <page 146>
-
-
- <Psalm 95: Traditional> =Venite, exultemus=
-
- O come, let us sing unto the Lord; *
- let us heartily rejoice in the strength of our salvation.
-
- Let us come before his presence with thanksgiving, *
- and show ourselves glad in him with psalms.
-
-
- For the Lord is a great God, *
- and a great King above all gods.
-
- In his hand are all the corners of the earth, *
- and the strength of the hills are his also.
-
- The sea is his and he made it, *
- and his hands prepared the dry land.
-
-
- O come, let us worship and fall down *
- and kneel before the Lord our Maker.
-
- For he is the lord our God, *
- and we are the people of his pasture
- and the sheep of his hand.
-
-
- Today if ye will hear his voice, harden not your hearts *
- as in the provocation,
- and as in the day of temptation in the wilderness;
-
- When your fathers tempted me, *
- proved me, and saw my works.
-
-
- Forty years long was I grieved with this generation, and said, *
- It is a people that do err in their hearts,
- for they have not known my ways.
-
- Unto whom I sware in my wrath, *
- that they should not enter into my rest.
-
- <page 147>
-
- The Great Litany
-
- <page 148>
-
-
-
- <The Great Litany>
-
- *To be said or sung, kneeling, standing, or in procession; before the
- Eucharist or after the Collects of Morning or Evening Prayer; or
- separately; especially in Lent and on Rogation days.*
-
- O God the Father, Creator of heaven and earth,
- =Have mercy upon us.=
-
- O God the Son, Redeemer of the world,
- =Have mercy upon us.=
-
- O God the Holy Spirit, Sanctifier of the faithful,
- =Have mercy upon us.=
-
- O holy, blessed, and glorious Trinity, one God,
- =Have mercy upon us.=
-
- Remember not, Lord Christ, our offenses, nor the offenses
- of our forefathers; neither reward us according to our sins.
- Spare us, good Lord, spare thy people, whom thou hast
- redeemed with thy most precious blood, and by thy mercy
- preserve us, for ever.
- =Spare us, good Lord.=
-
- From all evil and wickedness; from sin; from the crafts
- and assaults of the devil; and from everlasting damnation,
- =Good Lord, deliver us.=
-
- <page 149>
-
- From all blindness of heart; from pride, vainglory,
- and hypocrisy; from envy, hatred, and malice; and from all want
- of charity,
- =Good Lord, deliver us.=
-
- From all inordinate and sinful affections; and from all the
- deceits of the world, the flesh, and the devil,
- =Good Lord, deliver us.=
-
- From all false doctrine, heresy, and schism; from hardness
- of heart, and contempt of thy Word and commandment,
- =Good Lord, deliver us.=
-
- From lightening and tempest; from earthquake, fire, and
- flood; from plague, pestilence, and famine,
- =Good Lord, deliver us.=
-
- From all oppression, conspiracy, and rebellion; from
- violence, battle, and murder; and from dying suddenly
- and unprepared,
- =Good Lord, deliver us.=
-
- By the mystery of thy holy Incarnation; by thy holy Nativity
- and submission to the Law; by thy Baptism, Fasting, and
- Temptation,
- =Good Lord, deliver us.=
-
- By thine Agony and Bloody Sweat; by thy Cross and Passion;
- by thy precious Death and Burial; by thy glorious Resurrection
- and Ascension; and by the Coming of thy Holy Ghost,
- =Good Lord, deliver us.=
-
- In all time of our tribulation; in all time of our prosperity; in
- the hour of death, and in the day of judgment,
- =Good Lord, deliver us.=
-
- <page 150>
-
- We sinners do beseech the to hear us, O Lord God; and that
- it may please thee to rule and govern thy holy Church
- Universal in the right way,
- =We beesech thee to hear us, good Lord.=
-
- That it may please thee to illumine all bishops, priests, and
- deacons, with true knowledge and understanding of thy
- Word; and that both by their preaching and living, they may
- set it forth, and show it accordingly,
- =We beseech thee to hear us, good Lord.=
-
- That it may please thee to bless and keep all thy people,
- =We beseech thee to hear us, good Lord.=
-
- That it may please thee to send forth laborers into thy
- harvest, and to draw all mankind into thy kingdom,
- =We beseech thee to hear us, good Lord.=
-
- That it may please thee to give to all people increase of grace
- to hear and receive thy Word, and to bring forth the fruits of
- the Spirit,
- =We beseech thee to hear us, good Lord.=
-
- That it may please thee to bring into the way of truth all such
- as have erred, and are deceived,
- =We beseech thee to hear us, good Lord.=
-
- That it may please thee to give us a heart to love and fear
- thee, and diligently to live after thy commandments,
- =We beseech thee to hear us, good Lord.=
-
- That it may please thee so to rule the hearts of thy servants,
- the President of the United States (=or= of this nation), and all
- others in authority, that they may do justice, and love mercy,
- and walk in the ways of truth,
- =We beseech thee to hear us, good Lord.=
-
- <page 151>
-
- That it may please thee to make wars to cease in all the world;
- to give to all nations unity, peace, and concord; and to
- bestow freedom upon all peoples,
- =We beseech thee to hear us, good Lord.=
-
- That it may please thee to show thy pity upon all prisoners
- and captives, the homeless and the hungry, and all who are
- desolate and oppressed,
- =We beseech thee to hear us, good Lord.=
-
- That it may please thee to give and preserve to our use the
- bountiful fruits of the earth, so that in due time all may enjoy
- them,
- =We beseech thee to hear us, good Lord.=
-
- That it may please thee to inspire us, in our several callings,
- to do the work which thou givest us to do with singleness of
- heart as thy servants, and for the common good,
- =We beseech thee to hear us, good Lord.=
-
- That it may please thee to preserve all who are in danger by
- reason of their labor or their travel,
- =We beseech thee to hear us, good Lord.=
-
- That it may please thee to preserve, and provide for, all
- women in childbirth, young children and orphans, the
- widowed, and all whose homes are broken or torn by strife,
- =We beseech thee to hear us, good Lord.=
-
- That it may please thee to visit the lonely; to strengthen all
- who suffer in mind, body, and spirit; and to comfort with thy
- presence those who are failing and infirm,
- =We beseech thee to hear us, good Lord.=
-
- That it may please thee to support, help, and comfort all who
- are in danger, necessity, and tribulation,
- =We beseech thee to hear us, good Lord.=
-
- <page 152>
-
- That it may please thee to have mercy upon all mankind,
- =We beseech thee to hear us, good Lord.=
-
- That it may please thee to give us true repentance; to forgive
- us all our sins, negligences, and ignorances; and to endue
- us with the grace of thy Holy Spirit to amend our lives
- according to thy holy Word,
- =We beseech thee to hear us, good Lord.=
-
- That it may please thee to forgive our enemies, persecutors,
- and slanderers, and to turn their hearts,
- =We beseech thee to hear us, good Lord.=
-
- That it may please thee to strengthen such as do stand; to
- comfort and help the weak-hearted; to raise up those who
- fall; and finally to beat down Satan under our feet,
- =We beseech thee to hear us, good Lord.=
-
- That it may please thee to grant to all the faithful departed
- eternal life and peace,
- =We beseech thee to hear us, good Lord.=
-
- That it may please thee to grant that, in the fellowship of
- [&mdash. and] all the saints, we may attain to thy
- heavenly kingdom,
- =We beseech thee to hear us, good Lord.=
-
- Son of God, we beseech thee to hear us.
- =Son of God, we beseech thee to hear us.=
-
- O Lamb of God, that takest away the sins of the world,
- =Have mercy upon us.=
-
- O Lamb of God, that takest away the sins of the world,
- =Have mercy upon us.=
-
- O Lamb of God, that takest away the sins of the world,
- =Grant us thy peace.=
-
- <page 153>
-
- O Christ, hear us.
- =O Christ, hear us.=
-
- Lord, have mercy upon us.
- =Christ have mercy upon us.
- Lord, have mercy upon us.
-
- *or*
-
- Kyrie Eleison.
- =Christe Eleison.=
- Kyrie Eleison.
-
- *When the Litany is sung or said immediately before the Eucharist, the
- Litany concludes here, and the Eucharist begins with the Salutation and
- the Collect of the Day.*
-
- *On all other occasions, the Officiant and People say together*
-
- Our Father, who art in heaven,
- hallowed be they 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.
-
- &V. O Lord, let thy mercy be showed upon us;
-
- &R. As we do put our trust in thee.
-
- *The Officiant concludes with the following or some other Collect*
-
- Let us pray.
-
- Almighty God, who hast promised to hear the petitions of
- those who ask in thy Son's Name: We beseech thee mercifully
- to incline thine ear to us who have now made our prayers
- and supplications unto thee; and grant that those things
- which we have asked faithfully according to thy will, may be
- obtained effectually, to the relief of our necessity, and to the
- setting forth of thy glory; through Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
- <page 154>
-
- *The Officiant may add other Prayers, and end the Litany, saying*
-
- The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the
- fellowship of the Holy Ghost, be with us all evermore.
- =Amen.=
-
-
- <The Supplication>
-
- *For use in the Litany in place of the Versicle and Collect which
- follows the Lord's Prayer; or at the end or Morning or Evening Prayer;
- or as a separate devotion; especially in times of war, or of national
- anxiety, or of disaster.*
-
- O Lord, arise, help us;
- =And deliver us for thy Name's sake.=
-
- O God, we have heard with our ears, and our fathers have
- declared unto us, the noble works that thou didst in their
- days, and in the old time before them.
-
- =O Lord, arise, help us;
- and deliver us for thy Name's sake.=
-
- 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.
-
- =O Lord, arise, help us;
- and deliver us for thy Name's sake.=
-
- &V. From our enemies defend us, O Christ;
-
- &R. Graciously behold our afflictions.
-
- &V. With pity behold the sorrows of our hearts;
-
- &R. Mercifully forgive the sins of thy people.
-
- <page 155>
-
- &V. Favorably with mercy hear our prayers;
-
- &R. O Son of David, have mercy upon us.
-
- &V. Both now and ever vouchsafe to hear us, O Christ;
-
- &R. Graciously hear us, O Christ; graciously hear us, O Lord Christ.
-
- *The Officiant concludes*
-
- Let us pray.
-
- We humbly beseech thee, O Father, mercifully to look upon
- our infirmities; and, for the glory of your Name, turn from us
- all those evils that we most justly have deserved; and grant
- that in all our troubles we may put our whole trust and
- confidence in thy mercy, and evermore serve thee in holiness
- and pureness of living, to thy honor and glory; through our
- only Mediator and Advocate, Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
- <page 156>
-
- <page 157>
-
-
-
- <The Collects
- for the
- Church Year>
-
-
-
- <Collects: Traditional>
-
-
- <First Sunday of Advent>
-
- Almighty God, give us grace that we may cast away the
- works of darkness, and put upon us the armor of light, now
- in the time of this mortal life in which thy Son Jesus Christ
- came to visit us in great humility; that in the last day, when
- he shall come again in his glorious majesty to judge both the
- quick and the dead, we may rise to the life immortal; through
- him who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Ghost,
- one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Advent*
-
-
- <Second Sunday of Advent>
-
- Merciful God, who sent thy messengers the prophets to
- preach repentance and prepare the way for our salvation:
- Give us grace to heed their warnings and forsake our sins,
- that we may greet with joy the coming of Jesus Christ our
- Redeemer; who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy
- Spirit, one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Advent*
-
- <page 160>
-
-
- <Third Sunday of Advent>
-
- Stir up thy power, O Lord, and with great might come
- among us; and, because we are sorely hindered by our sins,
- let thy bountiful grace and mercy speedily help and deliver
- us; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with thee and
- the Holy Ghost, be honor and glory, world without end.
- =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Advent*
-
- *Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday of this week are the traditional winter
- Ember Days.*
-
-
- <Fourth Sunday of Advent>
-
- We beseech thee, Almighty God, to purify our consciences by
- thy daily visitation, that when thy Son Jesus Christ cometh he
- may find in us a mansion prepared for himself; through the
- same Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with
- thee, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Advent*
-
-
- <The Nativity of Our Lord: Christmas Day> =December 25=
-
- O God, who makest us glad by the yearly remembrance of
- the birth of thy only Son Jesus Christ: Grant that as we joyfully
- receive him for our Redeemer, so we may with sure
- confidence behold him when he shall come to be our Judge;
- who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Ghost, one
- God, world without end. =Amen.=
-
- *or this*
-
-
- <page 161>
-
- O God, who hast caused this holy night to shine with the
- illumination of the true Light: Grant us, we beseech thee,
- that as we have known the mystery of that Light upon earth,
- so may we also perfectly enjoy him in heaven; where with
- thee and the Holy Spirit he liveth and reigneth, one God, in
- glory everlasting. =Amen.=
-
- *or this*
-
- Almighty God, who hast given us thy only-begotten Son to
- take our nature upon him, and as at this time to be born of a
- pure virgin: Grant that we, being regenerate and made thy
- children by adoption and grace, may daily be renewed by thy
- Holy Spirit; through the same our Lord Jesus Christ, who
- liveth and reigneth with thee and the same Spirit ever, one
- God, world without end. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Incarnation*
-
- *The Collect immediately preceding and any of the sets of Proper Lessons
- for Christmas Day serve for any weekdays between Holy Innocents' Day and
- the First Sunday after Christmas Day.*
-
-
- <First Sunday after Christmas Day>
-
- *This Sunday takes precedence over the three Holy Days which follow
- Christmas Day. As necessary, the observance of one, two, or all three
- of them, is postponed one day.*
-
- Almighty God, who hast poured upon us the new light of
- thine incarnate Word: Grant that the same light, enkindled in
- our hearts, may shine forth in our lives; through the same
- Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with thee, in
- the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.
- =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Incarnation*
-
- <page 162>
-
- <The Holy Name> =January 1=
-
- Eternal Father, who didst give to thine incarnate Son the holy
- name of Jesus to be the sign of our salvation: Plant in every
- heart, we beseech thee, the love of him who is the Savior of
- the world, even our Lord Jesus Christ; who liveth
- and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, in glory
- everlasting. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Incarnation*
-
-
- <Second Sunday after Christmas Day>
-
- O God, who didst wonderfully creat, and yet more
- wonderfully restore, the dignity of human nature: Grant
- that we may share the divine life of him who humbled
- himself to share our humanity, thy Son Jesus Christ; who
- liveth and reigneth with thee, in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
- one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Incarnation*
-
-
- <The Epiphany> =January 6=
-
- O God, who by the leading of a star didst manifest thy only-
- begotten Son to the peoples of the earth: Lead us, who know
- thee now by faith, to thy presence, where we may behold thy
- glory face to face; through the same Jesus Christ our Lord,
- who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one
- God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Epiphany*
-
-
- *The preceding Collect, with the Psalm and Lessons for the Epiphany, or
- those for the Second Sunday after Christmas, serves for weekdays between
- the Epiphany and the following Sunday. The Preface of the Epiphany is
- used.*
-
- <page 163>
-
-
- <First Sunday after the Epiphany: The Baptism of our Lord>
-
- Father in heaven, who at the baptism of Jesus in the River
- Jordan didst proclaim him thy beloved Son and anoint him
- with the Holy Spirit: Grant that all who are baptized into his
- Name may keep the covenant they have made, and boldly
- confess him as Lord and Savior; who with thee and the same
- Holy Spirit liveth and reigneth, one God, in glory everlasting.
- =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Epiphany*
-
-
- <Second Sunday after the Epiphany>
-
- Almighty God, whose Son our Savior Jesus Christ is the light
- of the world: Grant that thy people, illumined by thy Word
- and Sacraments, may shine with the radiance of Christ's
- glory, that he may be known, worshiped, and obeyed to the ends of the
- earth; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who with thee and the Holy Spirit
- liveth and reigneth, one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Epiphany, or of the Lord's Day*
-
-
- <Third Sunday after the Epiphany>
-
- Give us grace, O Lord, to answer readily the call of our
- Savior Jesus Christ and proclaim to all people the Good
- News of his salvation, that we and the whole world may
- perceive the glory of his marvelous works; who liveth and
- reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and
- ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Epiphany, or of the Lord's Day*
-
- <page 164>
-
-
- <Fourth Sunday after the Epiphany>
-
- Almighty and everlasting God, who dost govern all things in
- heaven and earth: Mercifully hear the supplications of thy
- people, and in our time grant us thy peace; through Jesus
- Christ our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with thee and the
- Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Epiphany, or of the Lord's Day*
-
-
- <Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany>
-
- Set us free, O God, from the bondage of our sins, and give us,
- we beseech thee, the liberty of that abundant life which thou
- hast manifested to us in thy Son our Savior Jesus Christ; who
- liveth and reigneth with thee, in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
- one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Epiphany, or of the Lord's Day*
-
-
- <Sixth Sunday after the Epiphany>
-
- O God, the strength of all who put their trust in thee:
- Mercifully accept our prayers; and because through the
- weakness of our mortal nature, we can do no good thing
- without thee, give us the help of thy grace, that in keeping
- thy commandments we may please thee both in will and deed;
- through Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with
- thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Epiphany, or of the Lord's Day*
-
-
- <Seventh Sunday after the Epiphany>
-
- O Lord, who hast taught us that all our doings without
- charity are nothing worth; Send thy Holy Ghost and pour
- <page 165>
- into our hearts that most excellent gift of charity, the very
- bond of peace and of all virtue, without which whosoever
- liveth is counted dead before thee. Grant this for thine only
- Son Jesus Christ, who liveth and reigneth with thee
- and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Epiphany, or of the Lord's Day*
-
-
- <Eighth Sunday after the Epiphany>
-
- Most loving Father, who willest us to give thanks for all
- things, to dread nothing but the loss of thee, and to cast all
- our care on thee who carest for us: Preserve us from faithless
- fears and worldly anxieties, ang grant that no clouds of this
- mortal life may hide from us the light of that love which is
- immortal, and which thou hast manifested to us in thy Son
- Jesus Christ our Lord; who liveth and reigneth with thee, in
- the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.
- =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Epiphany, or of the Lord's Day*
-
-
- <Last Sunday after the Epiphany>
-
- *This Proper is always used on the Sunday before Ash Wednesday*
-
- O God, who before the passion of thy only-begotten Son
- didst reveal his glory upon the holy mount: Grant unto us
- that we, beholding by faith the light of his countenance, may
- be strengthened to bear our cross, and be changed into his
- likeness from glory to glory; through Jesus Christ
- our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy
- Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Epiphany*
-
- <page 166>
-
-
- <Ash Wednesday>
-
- *The Proper Liturgy for this day is on page 264.*
-
- Almighty and everlasting God, who hatest nothing that thou
- hast made and dost forgive the sins of all those who are
- penitent: Create and make in us new and contrite hearts, that
- we, worthily lamenting our sins and acknowledging our
- wretchedness, may obtain of thee, the God of all mercy,
- perfect remission and forgiveness; through Jesus Christ our
- Lord, who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit,
- one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Lent*
-
- *This Collect, with the corresponding Psalm and Lessons, also serves for
- the weekdays which follow, except as otherwise appointed.*
-
-
- <First Sunday in Lent>
-
- Almighty God, whose blessed Son was led by the Spirit to be
- tempted by Satan; Come quickly to help us who are assaulted by many
- temptations; and, as you know the weaknesses of each of us, let each one
- find you mighty to save; through Jesus Christ thy Son our Lord, who
- liveth and reigneth with
- you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Lent*
-
- *Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday of this week are the traditional spring
- Ember Days.*
-
-
- <Second Sunday in Lent>
-
- O God, whose glory it is always to have mercy: Be gracious
- to all who have gone astry from thy ways, and bring them
- again with penitent hearts and steadfast faith to embrace and
- hold fast the unchangeable truth of thy Word, Jesus Christ
- <page 167>
- thy Son; who with thee and the Holy Spirit liveth and
- reigneth, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
-
- <Third Sunday in Lent>
-
- Almighty God, who seest that we have no power of ourselves
- to help ourselves: Keep us both outwardly in our bodies and
- inwardly in our souls, that we may be defended from all
- adversities which may happen to the body, and from all evil
- thoughts which may assault and hurt the soul; through Jesus
- Christ our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with thee and the
- Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Lent*
-
-
- <Fourth Sunday in Lent>
-
- Gracious Father, whose blessed Son Jesus Christ came down
- from heaven to be the true bread which giveth life to the
- world: Evermore give us this bread, that he may live in us,
- and we in him; who liveth and reigneth with thee and the
- Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Lent*
-
-
- <Fifth Sunday in Lent>
-
- O Almighty God, who alone canst order the unruly wills and
- affections of sinful men: Grant unto thy people that they may
- love the thing which thou commandest, and desire that
- which thou dost promise; that so, among the sundry and
- manifold changes of the world, our hearts may surely there
- be fixed where true joys are to be found; through Jesus
- Christ our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with thee and the
- Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Lent*
-
- <page 168>
-
-
- <Sunday of the Passion: Palm Sunday>
-
- *The Proper Liturgy for this day is on page 270.*
-
- Almighty and everliving God, who, of thy tender love
- towards mankind, hast sent thy Son our Savior Jesus Christ
- to take upon him our flesh, and to suffer death upon the
- cross, that all mankind should follow the example of his
- great humility: Mercifully grant that we may both follow the
- example of his patience, and also be make partakers of his
- resurrection; through the same Jesus Christ our Lord, who
- liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God,
- for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Holy Week*
-
-
- <Monday in Holy Week>
-
- 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 that the way of life and
- peace; through Jesus Christ thy Son our Lord, who
- liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God,
- for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
-
- <Tuesday in Holy Week>
-
- O God, by the passion of thy blessed Son didst make an
- instrument of shameful death to be unto us the means of life:
- Grant us so to glory in the cross of Christ, that we may gladly
- suffer shame and loss for the sake of thy Son our Savior Jesus
- Christ; who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit,
- one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Holy Week*
-
- <page 169>
-
-
- <Wednesday in Holy Week>
-
- O Lord God, whose blessed Son our Savior gave his back to
- the smiters and hid not his face from shame: Give us grace
- to take joyfully the sufferings of the present time, in full
- assurance of the glory that shall be revealed; through the same
- Jesus Christ thy Son our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with
- thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
-
- <Maundy Thursday>
-
- *The Proper Liturgy for this day is on page 274.*
-
- Almighty Father, whose dear Son, on the night before he suffered,
- instituted the Sacrament of his Body and Blood: Mercifully grant that we
- may receive it thankfully in remembrance of Jesus Christ our Lord, who
- in these holy mysteries gives us a pledge of eternal life; and who now
- liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and
- ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Holy Week*
-
-
- <Good Friday>
-
- *The Proper Liturgy for this day is on page 276.*
-
- Almighty God, we beseech thee graciously to behold this thy
- family, for whom our Lord Jesus Christ was contented to be
- betrayed, and given into the hands of sinners, and to suffer
- death upon the cross; who now liveth and reigneth with thee
- and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- <page 170>
-
-
- <Holy Saturday>
-
- *The Proper Liturgy for this day is on page 283.*
-
- O God, Creator of heaven and earth: Grant that, as the
- crucified body of thy dear Son was laid in the tomb and
- rested on this holy Sabbath, so we may await with him the
- coming of the third day, and rise with him to newness of life;
- who now liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit,
- one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
-
- <Easter Day>
-
- *The Liturgy of the Easter Vigil is on page 285.*
-
- O God, who for our redemption didst give thine
- only-begotten Son to the death of the cross, and by his
- glorious resurrection hast delivered us from the power of
- our enemy: Grant us so to die daily to sin, that we may
- evermore live with him in the joy of his resurrection; through
- Jesus Christ thy Son our Lord, who liveth and reigneth
- with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.
- =Amen.=
-
- *or this*
-
- O God, who didst make this most holy night to shine with
- the glory of the Lord's resurrection: Stir up in thy Church
- that Spirit of adoption which is given to us in Baptism, that
- we, being renewed both in body and mind, may worship thee
- in sincerity and truth; through the same Jesus Christ our
- Lord, who liveth and reigneth with thee, in the unity of the
- Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *or this*
-
- Almighty God, who through thine only-begotten Son Jesus
- Christ overcame death and opened unto us the gate of
- everlasting life: Grant that we, who celebrate with joy the
- <page 171>
- day of the Lord's resurrection, may be raised from the death
- of sin by thy life-giving Spirit; through the same Jesus Christ
- our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with thee and the same
- Spirit, one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Easter*
-
-
- <Monday in Easter Week>
-
- Grant, we beseech thee, Almighty God, that we who celebrate
- with reverence the Paschal feast may be found worthy to
- attain to everlasting joys; through Jesus Christ our Lord,
- who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one
- God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Easter*
-
-
- <Tuesday in Easter Week>
-
- O God, who by the glorious resurrection of thy 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 the same Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with thee
- and the Holy Spirit, be dominion and praise for ever and
- ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Easter*
-
-
- <Wednesday in Easter Week>
-
- O God, whose blessed Son did manifest himself to his disciples
- in the breaking of bread: Open, we pray thee, the eyes of our
- faith, that we may behold him in all his redeeming work;
- through the same thy Son Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth
- and reigneth with thee, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one
- God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Easter*
-
- <page 172>
-
-
- <Thursday in Easter Week>
-
- Almighty and everlasting God, who in the Paschal mystery
- hast 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 the same Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth
- and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever
- and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Easter*
-
-
- <Friday in Easter Week>
-
- Almighty Father, who hast given thy only Son to die for our
- sins and to rise again for our justification: Give us so to put
- away the leaven of malice and wickedness, that we may always
- serve thee in pureness of living and truth; through the same
- Jesus Christ thy Son our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with
- thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Easter*
-
-
- <Saturday in Easter Week>
-
- We thank thee, heavenly Father, for that thous hast delivered
- us from the dominion of sin and death and hast brought us
- into the kingdom of thy Son; and we pray that, as by his
- death he hath recalled us to life, so by his love he may raise us
- to joys eternal; who liveth and reigneth with thee, in the
- unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Easter*
-
-
- <Second Sunday of Easter>
-
- Almighty and everlasting God, who in the Paschal mystery
- hast established the new covenant of reconciliation: Grant
- that all who have been reborn into the fellowship of Christ's
- <page 173>
- Body may show forth in their lives what they profess by their
- faith; through the same Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth
- and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever
- and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Easter*
-
-
- <Third Sunday of Easter>
-
- O God, whose blessed Son did manifest himself to his disciples
- in the breaking of bread: Open, we pray thee, the eyes of our
- faith, that we may behold him in all his redeeming work;
- through the same thy Son Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth
- and reigneth with thee, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one
- God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Easter*
-
-
- <Fourth Sunday of Easter>
-
- O God, whose Son Jesus is the good shepherd of thy people;
- Grant that when we hear his voice we may know him who
- calls us each by name, and follow where he doth lead;
- who, with thee and the Holy Spirit, liveth and reigneth, one
- God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Easter*
-
-
- <Fifth Sunday of Easter>
-
- Almighty god, whom truly to know is everlasting life:
- Grant us so perfectly to know thy 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 the
- same thy Son Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and reigneth
- with thee, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever
- and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Easter*
-
- <page 174>
-
-
- <Sixth Sunday of Easter>
-
- O God, who hast prepared for those who love thee such
- good things as pass man's understanding: Pour into our
- hearts such love towards thee, that we, loving thee in all
- things and above all things, may obtain thy promises, which
- exceed all that we can desire; through Jesus Christ our Lord,
- who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one
- God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Easter*
-
- *Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday of this week are the traditional
- Rogation Days.*
-
-
- <Ascension Day>
-
- Almighty God, whose blessed Son our Savior Jesus Christ
- ascended far above all heavens that he might fill all things:
- Mercifully give us faith to perceive that, according to his
- promise, he abides with his Church on earth, even to the
- end of the ages; through the same Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth
- and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, in
- glory everlasting. =Amen.=
-
- *or this*
-
- Grant, we beseech thee, Almighty God, that as we do
- believe thy only-begotten Son our Lord Jesus Christ to have
- ascended into heaven, so we may also in heart and mind
- thither ascend, and with him continually dwell; who liveth
- and reigneth with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, world
- without end. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Ascension*
-
- *Either of the preceding Collects, with the proper Psalm and Lessons for
- Ascension Day, serves for the following weekdays, except as otherwise
- appointed.*
-
- <page 175>
-
-
- <Seventh Sunday of Easter: The Sunday after Ascension Day>
-
- O God, the King of glory, you have exalted thine only Son
- Jesus Christ with great triumph to thy kingdom in heaven:
- We beseech thee, leave us not comfortless, but send us
- thine Holy Ghost to comfort us, and exalt us to the same
- place where our Savior Christ is gone before; who liveth
- and reigneth with thee and the same Holy Ghost, one God,
- world without end. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Ascension*
-
-
- <The Day of Pentecost: Whitsunday>
-
- *When a Vigil of Pentecost is observed, it begins with the Service of
- Light, page 109 (substituting, if desired, the Gloria in Excelsis for
- the Phos hilaron), and continues with the Salutation and Collect of the
- Day. Three or more of the appointed Lessons are read before the Gospel,
- each followed by a Psalm, Canticle, or hymn. Holy Baptism or
- Confirmation (beginning with the Presentation of the Candidates), or the
- Renewal of Baptismal Vows, page 292, follows the Sermon.*
-
- Almighty God, who on this day didst open the way of eternal
- life to every race and nation by the promised gift of thy Holy
- Spirit: Shed abroad this gift throughout the world by the
- preaching of the Gospel, that it may reach to the ends of the
- earth; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and reigneth
- with thee, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever
- and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *or this*
-
- O God, who on this day didst teach the hearts of thy faithful
- people by sending to them the light of thy Holy Spirit: Grant
- us by the same Spirit to have a right judgment in all things, and
- evermore to rejoice in his holy comfort; through the merits of
- Christ Jesus our Savior, who liveth and reigneth with thee, in
- the unity of the same Spirit, one God, world without end. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Pentecost*
-
- <page 176>
-
- *On the weekdays which follow, the numbered Proper which corresponds
- most closely to the date of Pentecost in that year is used. See page
- 158.*
-
- *Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday of this week are the traditional summer
- Ember Days.*
-
-
- <First Sunday after Pentecost: Trinity Sunday>
-
- Almighty and everlasting God, who hast given unto us
- thy servants grace, by the confession of a true faith, to
- acknowledge the glory of the eternal Trinity, and in the power
- of thy Divine Majesty to worship the Unity: We beseech thee
- that thou wouldst keep us steadfast in this faith and worship,
- and bring us at last to see thee in thy one and eternal glory,
- O Father; who with the Son and the Holy Spirit livest and
- reignest, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Trinity Sunday*
-
- *On the weekdays which follow, the numbered Proper which corresponds
- most closely to the date of Trinity Sunday in that year is used.*
-
-
- <The Season after Pentecost>
-
- *Directions for the use of the Propers which follow are on page 158.*
-
- <Proper 1> =Week of the Sunday closest to May 11=
-
- Remember, O Lord, what thou hast wrought in us and not
- what we deserve; and, as thou hast called us to thy service,
- make us worthy of our calling; through Jesus Christ our
- <page 177>
- Lord, who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit,
- one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *No Proper Preface is used.*
-
-
- <Proper 2> =Week of the Sunday closest to May 18=
-
- Almighty and merciful God, of thy bountiful goodness
- keep us, we beseech thee, from all things that may hurt us,
- that we, being ready both in body and soul, may with free
- hearts accomplish those things which belong to thy purpose;
- through Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with
- thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *No Proper Preface is used.*
-
-
- <Proper 3> =The Sunday closest to May 25=
-
- Grant, O Lord, we beseech thee, that the course of this world
- may be peaceably governed by thy providence; and that thy
- Church may joyfully serve thee in confidence and serenity;
- through Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with
- thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Lord's Day*
-
-
- <Proper 4> =The Sunday closest to June 1=
-
- O God, whose never-failing providence ordereth all things
- both in heaven and earth: We humbly beseech thee to put
- away from us all hurtful things, and give us those things
- which are profitable for us; through Jesus Christ our Lord,
- who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one
- God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Lord's Day*
-
- <page 178>
-
-
- <Proper 5> =The Sunday closest to June 8=
-
- O God, from whom all good doth come: Grant that by thy
- inspiration we may think those things that are right, and by
- thy merciful guiding may perform the same; through Jesus
- Christ our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with thee and the
- Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Lord's Day*
-
-
- <Proper 6> =The Sunday closest to June 15=
-
- Keep, O Lord, we beseech thee, thy household the Church in
- thy steadfast faith and love, that through thy grace we
- may proclaim thy truth with boldness, and minister thy
- justice with compassion; for the sake of our Savior Jesus
- Christ, who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit,
- one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Lord's Day*
-
-
- <Proper 7> =The Sunday closest to June 22=
-
- O Lord, we beseech thee, make us have a perpetual fear
- and love of thy holy Name, for thou never failest to help and
- govern those whom thou hast set upon the sure foundation
- of thy loving-kindness; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who
- liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God,
- for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Lord's Day*
-
-
- <Proper 8> =The Sunday closest to June 29=
-
- O Almighty God, who hast built thy Church upon the
- foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ himself
- being the chief cornerstone: Grant us so to be joined together
- in unity of spirit by their doctrine, that we may be made an
- <page 179>
- holy temple acceptable unto thee; through the same Jesus
- Christ our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with thee and the
- Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface to the Lord's Day*
-
-
- <Proper 9> =The Sunday closest to July 6=
-
- O God, who hast taught us to keep all thy commandments
- by loving thee and our neighbor: Grant us the grace of thy
- Holy Spirit, that we may be devoted to thee with our whole
- heart, and united to one another with pure affection;
- through Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with
- thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Lord's Day*
-
-
- <Proper 10> =The Sunday closest to July 13=
-
- O Lord, we beseech thee mercifully to receive the prayers of
- thy people who call upon thee, and grant that they may both
- perceive and know what things they ought to do, and also
- may have grace and power faithfully to fulfill the same;
- through Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with
- thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Lord's Day*
-
-
- <Proper 11> =The Sunday closest to July 20=
-
- Almighty God, the fountain of all wisdom, who knowest our
- necessities before we ask and our ignorance in asking: Have
- compassion, we beseech thee, upon our infirmities, and those
- things which for our unworthiness we dare not, and for our
- blindness we cannot ask, mercifully give us for the worthiness
- of thy Son Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with
- thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Lord's Day*
-
- <page 180>
-
-
- <Proper 12> =The Sunday closest to July 27=
-
- O God, the protector of all that trust in thee, without whom
- nothing is strong, nothing is holy: Increase and multiply
- upon us thy mercy; that, thou being our ruler and guide, we
- may so pass through things temporal, that we finally lose not
- the things eternal; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth
- and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever
- and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface to the Lord's Day*
-
-
- <Proper 13> =The Sunday closest to August 3=
-
- O Lord, we beseech thee, let thy continual pity cleanse and
- defend thy Church; and, because it cannot continue in safety
- without thy succor, preserve it evermore by thy help and
- goodness; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and
- reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and
- ever. =Amen.=
-
-
- <Proper 14> =The Sunday closest to August 10=
-
- Grant to us, Lord, we beseech thee, the spirit to think and do
- always such things as are right, that we, who cannot exist
- without thee, may by thee be enabled to live according to thy
- will; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and reigneth
- with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Lord's Day*
-
-
- <Proper 15> =The Sunday closest to August 17=
-
- Almighty God, who hast given thy only Son to be unto us
- both a sacrifice for sin and also an example of godly life:
- Give us grace that we may always most thankfully receive
- that his inestimable benefit, and also daily endeavor
- <page 181>
- ourselves to follow the blessed steps of his most holy life;
- through the same Jesus Christ thy Son our Lord, who
- liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one
- God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Lord's Day*
-
-
- <Proper 16> =The Sunday closest to August 24=
-
- Grant, we beseech thee, merciful God, that thy Church,
- being gathered together in unity by thy Holy Spirit, may
- manifest thy power among all peoples, to the glory of thy
- Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and
- reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirt, one God, world
- without end. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Lord's Day*
-
-
- <Proper 17> =The Sunday closest to August 31=
-
- Lord of all power and might, who art the author and giver of
- all good things: Graft in our hearts the love of thy Name;
- increase in us true religion; nourish us with all goodness;
- and bring forth in us the fruit of good works; through Jesus
- Christ our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with thee and the
- Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Lord's Day*
-
-
- <Proper 18> =The Sunday closest to September 7=
-
- Grant us, O Lord, we pray thee, to trust in you with all our
- heart; for, as thou dost alway resist the proud who
- confide in their own strength, so thou dost not forsake those
- who make their boast of thy mercy; through Jesus Christ our
- Lord, who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit,
- one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Lord's Day*
-
- <page 182>
-
-
- <Proper 19> =The Sunday closest to September 14=
-
- O God, forasmuch as without you we are not able to please
- thee, mercifully grant that thy Holy Spirit may in all things
- direct and rule our hearts; through Jesus Christ our Lord,
- who liveth and reigneth with thee and the same Spirit, one
- God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Lord's Day*
-
- *The Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday after September 14 are the
- traditional autumnal Ember Days.*
-
-
- <Proper 20> =The Sunday closest to September 21=
-
- Grant us, O Lord, not to mind earthly things, but to love
- things heavenly; and even now, while we are placed among
- things that are passing away, to cleave to those that shall
- abide; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and
- reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever
- and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Lord's Day*
-
-
- <Proper 21> =The Sunday closest to September 28=
-
- O God, who declarest thy almighty power chiefly in showing
- mercy and pity: Mercifully grant unto us such a measure of
- thy grace, that we, running to obtain thy promises, may be
- made partakers of thy heavenly treasure; through Jesus Christ
- our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy
- Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Lord's Day*
-
-
- <Proper 22> =The Sunday closest to October 5=
-
- Almighty and everlasting God, who art always more ready to
- hear than we to pray, and to give more than either
- desire or deserve: Pour upon us the abundance of
- <page 183>
- thy mercy, forgiving us those things whereof our conscience
- is afraid, and giving us those good things which we are not
- worthy to ask, but through the merits and mediation of Jesus
- Christ thy Son our Lord; who liveth and reigneth with thee
- and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Lord's Day*
-
-
- <Proper 23> =The Sunday closest to October 12=
-
- Lord, we pray thee that thy grace may always precede and
- follow us, and make us continually to be given to all good
- works; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and
- reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and
- for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Lord's Day*
-
-
- <Proper 24> =The Sunday closest to October 19=
-
- Almighty and everlasting God, who in Christ hast revealed
- thy glory among the nations: Preserve the works of thy
- mercy, that thy Church throughout the world may persevere
- with steadfast faith in the confession of thy Name; through
- the same Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with
- thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.
- =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Lord's Day*
-
-
- <Proper 25> =The Sunday closest to October 26=
-
- Almighty and everlasting God, give unto us the increase of
- faith, hope, and charity; and, that we may obtain that which
- thou dost promise, make us to love that which thou dost
- command; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and
- reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever
- and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Lord's Day*
-
- <page 184>
-
-
- <Proper 26> =The Sunday closest to November 2=
-
- Almighty and merciful God, of whose only thy gift it cometh that
- thy faithful people do unto thee true and laudable service:
- Grant, we beseech thee, that we may run without stumbling
- to obtain thy heavenly promises; through Jesus Christ our
- Lord, who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit,
- one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Lord's Day*
-
-
- <Proper 27> =The Sunday closest to November 9=
-
- O God, whose blessed Son was manifested that he might
- destroy the works of the devil and make us children of
- God and heirs of eternal life: Grant us, we beseech thee, that,
- having this hope, we may purify ourselves even as he is pure;
- that, when he shall appear again with power and great glory,
- we may be made like unto him in his eternal and glorious
- kingdom; where with thee, O Father, and thee, O Holy Ghost,
- he liveth and reigneth ever, one God, world without end. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Lord's Day*
-
-
- <Proper 28> =The Sunday closest to November 16=
-
- Blessed Lord, who hast caused all holy Scriptures to be
- written for our learning: Grant that we may in such wise
- hear them, read, mark, learn, and inwardly digest them, that,
- by patience and comfort of thy holy Word, we may embrace
- and ever hold fast the blessed hope of everlasting life, which
- thou hast given us in our Savior Jesus Christ; who liveth and
- reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and
- ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Lord's Day*
-
- <page 185>
-
-
- <Proper 29> =The Sunday closest to November 23=
-
- Almighty and everlasting God, whose will it is to restore all
- things in thy well-beloved Son, the King of kings and Lord of
- lords: Mercifully grant that the peoples of the earth, divided
- and enslaved by sin, may be freed and brought together
- under his most gracious rule; who liveth and reigneth with
- thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Lord's Day, or of Baptism*
-
-
- <Holy Days>
-
-
- <Saint Andrew> =November 30=
-
- Almighty God, who didst give such grace to thine apostle
- Andrew that he readily obeyed the call of thy Son Jesus
- Christ, and brought his brother with him: Give us, who
- are called by thy Word, grace to follow him withoit delay,
- and to bring those near to us into his gracious presence; who
- liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God,
- now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Apostles*
-
-
- <Saint Thomas> =December 21=
-
- Everliving God, who didst strengthen thy apostle Thomas
- with firm and certain faith in thy Son's resurrection: Grant us
- so perfectly and without doubt to believe in Jesus Christ, our
- Lord and our God, that our faith may never be found wanting
- in thy sight; through him who liveth and reigneth with thee
- and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Apostles*
-
- <page 186>
-
-
- <Saint Stephen> =December 26=
-
- We give the thanks, O Lord of glory, for the example of the
- first martyr Stephen, who looked up to heaven and prayed
- for his persecutors to thy Son Jesus Christ, who standeth at
- thy right hand; where he liveth and reigneth with thee and
- the Holy Spirit, one God, in glory everlasting. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Incarnation*
-
-
- <Saint John> =December 27=
-
- Shed upon thy Church, we beseech thee, O Lord, the
- brightness of thy light, that we, being illumined by the
- teaching of thine apostle and evangelist John, may so walk
- in the light of thy truth, that at length we may attain to the
- fullness of eternal life; through Jesus Christ our Lord,
- who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one
- God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Incarnation*
-
-
- <The Holy Innocents> *December 28*
-
- We remember today, O God, the slaughter of the holy
- innocents of Bethlehem by the order of King Herod. Receive,
- we beseech thee, into the arms of thy mercy all innocent
- victims; and by thy great might frustrate the designs of evil
- tyrants and establish thy rule of justice, love, and peace;
- through Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with
- thee, in the unity of the Holy Spirit,, one God, for ever and
- ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Incarnation*
-
- <page 187>
-
-
- <Confession of Saint Peter> =January 18=
-
- Almighty Father, who didst inspired Simon Peter, first among
- the apostles, to confess Jesus as Messiah and Son of the living
- God: Keep thy Church steadfast upon the rock of this faith,
- so that in unity and peace we may proclaim the one truth and
- follow the one Lord, our Savior Jesus Christ; who liveth and
- reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for
- ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Apostles*
-
-
- <Conversion of Saint Paul> =January 25=
-
- O God, who, by the preaching of thine apostle Paul, hast
- caused the light of the Gospel to shine throughout the world:
- Grant, we beseech thee, that we, having his wonderful
- conversion in remembrance, may show forth our thankfulness
- unto thee for the same by following the holy doctrine which
- he taught; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and
- reigneth with thee, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God,
- now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Apostles*
-
-
- <The Presentation> =February 2=
-
- Almighty and everliving God, we humbly beseech thee that,
- as thy only-begotten Son was this day presented in the
- temple, so we may be presented to you with pure and
- clean hearts by the same Jesus Christ our Lord; who
- liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God,
- now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Epiphany*
-
- <page 188>
-
-
- <Saint Matthias> =February 24=
-
- O Almighty God, who in the place of Judas didst chose thy
- faithful servant Matthias to of the number of the Twelve:
- Grant that thy Church, being delivered from false apostles,
- may always be ordered and guided by faithful and true pastors;
- through Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with
- thee, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for
- ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Apostles*
-
-
- <Saint Joseph> =March 19=
-
- O God, who from the family of thy servant David didst raise
- up Joseph to be the guardian of thy incarnate Son and the
- spouse of his virgin mother: Give us grace to imitate his
- uprightness of life and his obedience to thy commands;
- through the same Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth
- and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever
- and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Epiphany*
-
-
- <The Annunciation> =March 25=
-
- We beseech thee, O Lord, pour thy grace into our hearts, that
- we who have known the incarnation of thy Son Jesus Christ,
- announced by an angel to the Virgin Mary, may by his cross
- and passion be brought to the glory of his resurrection;
- who liveth and reigneth with thee, in the unity of the Holy
- Spirit, one God, now and for ever =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Epiphany*
-
-
- <Saint Mark> =April 25=
-
- Almighty God, who by the hand of Mark the evangelist hast
- given to thy Church the Gospel of Jesus Christ the Son of
- <page 189>
- God: We thank thee for this witness, and pray that we may
- be firmly grounded in its truth; through the same Jesus Christ
- our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy
- Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of All Saints*
-
-
- <Saint Philip and Saint James> =May 1=
-
- Almighty God, who didst give to thine 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 liveth
- and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, now
- and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Apostles*
-
-
- <The Visitation> =May 31=
-
- Father in heaven, by whose grace the virgin mother of thy
- incarnate Son was blessed in bearing him, but still more blessed
- in keeping thy word: Grant us who honor the exaltation of her
- lowliness to follow the example of her devotion to thy will;
- through the same Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and reigneth
- with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Epiphany*
-
-
- <Saint Barnabas> =June 11=
-
- Grant, O God, that we may follow the example of thy
- faithful servant Barnabas, who, seeking not his own renown
- but the well-being of thy Church, gave generously of his life
- and substance for the relief of the poor and the spread of the
- Gospel; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and
- reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and
- ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Apostles*
-
- <page 190>
-
-
- <The Nativity of Saint John the Baptist> =June 24=
-
- Almighty God, by whose providence thy servant John the
- Baptist was wonderfully born, and sent to prepare the way of
- thy Son our Savior by preaching repentance: Make us so to
- follow his doctrine and holy life, that we may truly repent
- according to his preaching; and, after his example, constantly
- speak the truth, boldly rebuke vice, and patiently suffer for
- the truth's sake; through the same Jesus Christ thy Son our
- Lord, who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit,
- one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Advent*
-
-
- <Saint Peter and Saint Paul> =June 29=
-
- Almighty God, whose blessed apostles Peter and Paul
- glorified you by their martyrdom: Grant that thy Church,
- instructed by their teaching and example, and knit together
- in unity by thy Spirit, may ever stand firm upon the one
- foundation, which is Jesus Christ our Lord; who liveth and
- reigneth with thee, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God,
- now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Apostles*
-
-
- <Independence Day> =July 4=
-
- Lord God Almighty, in whose Name the founders of this
- country won liberty for themselves and for us, and lit the
- torch of freedom for nations then unborn: Grant we beseech
- thee, that we and all the people of this land may have grace
- to maintain our liberties in righteousness and peace;
- through Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with
- thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *The Collect "For the Nation," page 258, may be used instead.*
-
- *Preface of Trinity Sunday*
-
- <page 191>
-
-
- <Saint Mary Magdalene> =July 22=
-
- Almighty God, whose blessed Son restored Mary Magdalene
- to health of body and mind, and called her to be a witness of
- his resurrection: Mercifully grant that by thy grace we may
- be healed of all our infirmities and know thee in the power of
- his endless life; who with thee and the Holy Spirit liveth and
- reigneth, one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of All Saints*
-
-
- <Saint James> =July 25=
-
- O gracious God, we remember before thee this day thy
- servant and apostle James, first among the Twelve to suffer
- martyrdom for the Name of Jesus Christ; and we pray that
- thou wilt pour out upon the leaders of thy Church that spirit
- of self-denying service by which alone they may have true
- authority among thy people; through the same Jesus Christ
- our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy
- Spirit, one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Apostles*
-
-
- <The Transfiguration> =August 6=
-
- O God, who on the holy mount didst reveal to chosen
- witnesses thy well-beloved Son, wonderfully transfigured, in
- raiment white and glistening: Mercifully grant that we, being
- delivered from the disquietude of this world, may by faith
- behold the King in his beauty; who with thee, O Father, and
- thee, O Holy Ghost, liveth and reigneth, one God, world
- without end. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Epiphany*
-
- <page 192>
-
-
- <Saint Mary the Virgin> =August 15=
-
- O God, you have taken to thyself the blessed Virgin Mary,
- mother of thy incarnate Son: Grant that we, who have been
- redeemed by his blood, may share with her the glory of thine
- eternal kingdom; through the same thy Son Jesus Christ our
- Lord, who liveth and reigneth with thee, in the unity of the
- Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Incarnation*
-
-
- <Saint Bartholomew> =August 24=
-
- Almighty and everlasting God, who gave to thine
- apostle Bartholomew grace and truly to believe and preach thy
- Word: Grant, we beseech thee, unto thy Church to love what
- he believed and to preach what he taught; through Jesus
- Christ our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with thee and the
- Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Apostles*
-
-
- <Holy Cross Day> =September 14=
-
- Almighty God, whose Son our Savior Jesus Christ was lifted
- high upon the cross that he might draw the whole world unto
- himself: Mercifully grant that we, who glory in the mystery
- of our redemption, may have grace to take up our cross and
- follow him; who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy
- Spirit, one God, in glory everlasting. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Holy Week*
-
-
- <Saint Matthew> =September 21=
-
- We thank you, heavenly Father, for the witness of thine
- apostle and evangelist Matthew to the Gospel of thy Son our
- Savior; and we pray that, after his example, we may with
- ready wills and hearts obey the calling of our Lord to follow
- him; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and reigneth
- with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Apostles*
-
-
- <Saint Michael and All Angels> =September 29=
-
- O Everlasting God, who hast ordained and constituted the
- ministries of angels and men in a wonderful order: Mercifully
- grant that, as thy holy angels always serve and worship thee in
- heaven, so by thy appointment they may help and defend us
- on earth; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and
- reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever
- and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Trinity Sunday*
-
-
- <Saint Luke> =October 18=
-
- Almighty God, who didst inspire thy servant Luke the
- physician to set forth in the Gospel the love and healing
- power of thy Son: Graciously continue in thy Church the like
- love and power to heal, to the praise and glory of thy Name;
- through the same thy Son Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth
- and reigneth with thee, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one
- God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of All Saints*
-
-
- <Saint James of Jerusalem> =October 23=
-
- Grant, we beseech thee, O God, that after the example of thy
- servant James the Just, brother of our Lord, thy Church may
- give itself continually to prayer and to the reconciliation of
- all who are at variance and enmity; through the same our
- Lord Jesus Christ, who liveth and reigneth with thee and the
- Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of All Saints*
-
-
- <Saint Simon and Saint Jude> =October 28=
-
- O God, we thank you for the glorious company of the
- apostles, and especially on this day for Simon and Jude; and
- we pray that, as they were faithful and zealous in their
- mission, so we may with ardent devotion make known the
- love and mercy of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ; who
- liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God,
- for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Apostles*
-
-
- <All Saint's Day> =November 1=
-
- Almighty God, who hast knit together thine elect in one
- communion and fellowship in the mystical body of thy Son
- Christ our Lord: Give us grace so to follow thy blessed
- saints in all virtuous and godly living, that we may come to
- those ineffable joys that thou hast prepared for those who
- unfeignedly love thee; through the same Jesus Christ our
- Lord, who with thee and the Holy Spirit liveth and reigneth,
- one God, in glory everlasting. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of All Saints*
-
-
- <Thanksgiving Day>
-
- Almighty and gracious Father, we give you thanks for the
- fruits of the earth in their season and for the labors of those
- who harvest them. Make us, we beseech thee, faithful stewards
- of thy great bounty, for the provision of our necessities and
- the relief of all who are in need, to the glory of thy Name;
- through Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with
- thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *For the Prayers of the People, the Litany of Thanksgiving on page 836
- may be used.*
-
- *Preface of Trinity Sunday*
-
-
- <The Common of Saints>
-
- *The festival of a saint is observed in accordance with the rules of
- precedence set forth in the Calendar of the Church year.*
- *At the discretion of the Celebrant, and as appropriate, any of the
- following Collects, with one of the corresponding sets of Psalms and
- Lessons, may be used*
-
- a) at the commemoration of a saint listed in the Calendar for which no
- Proper is provided in this Book
-
- b) at the patronal festival or commemoration of a saint not listed in
- the Calendar.
-
-
- <Of a Martyr>
-
- Almighty God, who didst give thy servant &N. boldness to
- confess the Name of our Savior Jesus Christ before the rulers
- of this world, and courage to die for this faith: Grant that we
- may always be ready to give a reason for the hope that is in
- us, and to suffer gladly for the sake of the same our Lord
- Jesus Christ; who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy
- Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *or this*
-
- O Almighty God, by whose grace and power thy holy martyr
- &N. triumphed over suffering and was faithful even unto
- death: Grant us, who now remember =him= with thanksgiving,
- to be so faithful in our witness to thee in this world, that we
- may receive with =him= the crown of life; through Jesus Christ
- our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy
- Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *or the following*
-
- <page 196>
-
- Almighty and everlasting God, who didst enkindle the flame
- of thy love in the heart of thy holy martyr &N.: Grant to us,
- thy humble servants, a like faith and power of love, that we
- who rejoice in =her= triumph may profit by =her= example;
- through Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with
- thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of a Saint*
-
-
- <Of a Missionary>
-
- Almighty and everlasting God, we thank you for thy
- servant &N., whom you called to preach the Gospel to the
- people of &3em. (*or* to the &3em. people). Raise
- up, we beseech thee, in this and every land evangelists and
- heralds of thy kingdom, that thy Church may proclaim the
- unsearchable riches of our Savior Jesus Christ; who liveth
- and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, now
- and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *or the following*
-
- Almighty God, who willest to be glorified in thy saints, and
- didst raise up thy servant &N. to be a light in the world; Shine,
- we pray, in our hearts, that we also in our generation
- may show forth thy praise, who hast called us out of darkness
- into thy marvelous light; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who
- liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God,
- now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Pentecost*
-
-
- <Of a Pastor>
-
- Heavenly Father, Shepherd of thy people, we give thee
- thanks for thy servant &N., who was faithful in the care and
- nurture of thy flock; and we pray that, following his example
- and the teaching of his holy life, we may by thy grace grow
- <page 197>
- into the stature of the fullness of our Lord and Savior Jesus
- Christ; who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy
- Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *or this*
-
- O God, our heavenly Father, who didst raise up thy faithful
- servant &N., to be a [bishop and] pastor in thy Church and to
- feed thy flock: Give abundantly to all pastors the gifts of thy
- Holy Spirit, that they may minister in thy household as true
- servants of Christ and stewards of thy divine mysteries;
- through the same Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and
- reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and
- ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of a Saint*
-
-
- <Of a Theologian and Teacher>
-
- O God, who by thy Holy Spirit dost give to some the word of
- wisdom, to others the word of knowledge, and to others the
- word of faith: We praise thy Name for the gifts of grace
- manifested in thy servant &N., and we pray that thy Church
- may never be destitute of such gifts; through Jesus Christ our
- Lord, who with thee and the Holy Spirit liveth and reigneth,
- one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *or this*
-
- Almighty God, who didst give to thy servant &N. special
- gifts of grace to understand and teach the truth as it is in
- Christ Jesus: Grant, we beseech thee, that by this teaching we
- may know you, the one true God, and Jesus Christ whom
- thou hast sent; who liveth and reigneth with thee and the
- Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of a Saint, or of Trinity Sunday*
-
- <page 198>
-
-
- <Of a Monastic>
-
- O God, whose blessed Son became poor that we through his
- poverty might be rich: Deliver us, we pray thee from an
- inordinate love of this world, that, inspired by the devotion
- of thy servant &N., we may serve thee with singleness of heart,
- and attain to the riches of the age to come; through the same
- thy Son Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with
- thee, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for
- ever. =Amen.=
-
- *or this*
-
- O God, by whose grace thy servant &N., enkindled with the
- flame of thy love, became a burning and a shining light in thy
- Church: Grant that we also may be aflame with the spirit
- of love and discipline, and may ever walk before thee as
- children of light; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who with
- thee, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, liveth and reigneth, one
- God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of a Saint*
-
-
- <Of a Saint>
-
- O Almighty God, who hast compassed us with so great
- a cloud of witnesses: Grant that we, encouraged by the good
- example of thy servant &N., may persevere in running the race
- that is set before us, until at length,through thy mercy, we may
- with =him= attain to thine eternal joy; through Jesus Christ, the
- author and perfecter of our faith, who liveth and reigneth
- with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *or this*
-
- O God, who hast brought us near to an innumerable
- company of angels and to the spirits of just men made
- perfect: Grant us during our earthly pilgrimage to abide in
- their fellowship, and in our heavenly country to become
- <page 199>
- partakers of their joy; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who
- liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God,
- now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *or this*
-
- O Almighty God, who by thy Holy Spirit hast made us one
- with thy saints in heaven and on earth: Grant that in our
- earthly pilgrimage we may ever be supported by this
- fellowship of love and prayer, and know ourselves
- to be surrounded by their witness to thy power and mercy.
- We ask this for the sake of Jesus Christ, in whom all our
- intercessions are acceptable through the Spirit, and who
- liveth and reigneth for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of a Saint*
-
-
- <Various Occasions>
-
- *For optional use, when desire, subject to the rules set forth in the
- Calendar of the Church Year.*
-
-
- <1. Of the Holy Trinity>
-
- Almighty God, who hast revealed to thy Church thine eternal
- Being of glorious majesty and perfect love as one God in
- Trinity of Persons: Give us grace to continue steadfast in the
- confession of this faith, and constant in our worship of the,
- Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; for you live and reign, one
- God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Trinity Sunday*
-
- <page 200>
-
-
- <2. Of the Holy Spirit>
-
- Almighty and most merciful God, grant, we beseech thee,
- that by the indwelling of thy Holy Spirit we may be enlightened
- and strengthened for thy service; through Jesus Christ our
- Lord, who liveth and reigneth with thee, in the unity of the
- Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Pentecost*
-
-
- <3. Of the Holy Angels>
-
- O Everlasting God, who hast ordained and constituted the
- ministries of angels and men in a wonderful order: Mercifully
- grant that, as thy holy angels always serve and worship thee in
- heaven, so by thy appointment they may help and defend us
- on earth; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and
- reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever
- and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Trinity Sunday*
-
-
- <4. Of the Incarnation>
-
- O God, who didst wonderfully create, and yet more
- wonderfully restore, the dignity of human nature: Grant
- that we may share the divine life of him who humbled
- himself to share our humanity, thy Son Jesus Christ; who
- liveth and reigneth with thee, in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
- one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Epiphany*
-
- <page 201>
-
-
- <5. Of the Holy Eucharist>
-
- *Especially suitable for Thursdays*
-
- God our Father, whose Son our Lord Jesus Christ in a
- wonderful Sacrament hath left unto us a memorial of his
- passion: Grant us so to venerate the sacred mysteries of his
- Body and Blood, that we may ever perceive within ourselves
- the fruit of his redemption; who liveth and reigneth with
- thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Epiphany*
-
-
- <6. Of the Holy Cross>
-
- *Especially suitable for Fridays*
-
- Almighty God, whose beloved Son willingly endured the
- agony and shame of the cross for our redemption: Give us
- courage, we beseech thee, to take up our cross and follow
- him; who liveth and reigneth with you and the Holy Spirit,
- one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Holy Week*
-
-
- <7. For all Baptized Christians>
-
- *Especially suitable for Saturdays*
-
- Grant, O Lord God, to all who have been baptized into the
- death and resurrection of thy Son Jesus Christ, that, as we
- have put away the old life of sin, so we may be renewed in
- the spirit of our minds, and live in righteousness and true
- holiness; through the same Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth
- and reigneth with thee, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one
- God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Baptism*
-
- <page 202>
-
-
- <8. For the Departed>
-
- O eternal Lord God, who holdest all souls in life: Give, we
- beseech thee, to thy whole Church in paradise and on earth
- thy light and thy 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 thine
- unending joy; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and
- reigneth with thee, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God,
- now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *or this*
-
- Almighty God, we remember this day before thee thy faithful
- servant &N.; and we pray that, having opened to =him= the gates
- of larger life, thou wilt receive =him= more and more into thy
- joyful service, that, with all who have faithfully served thee in
- the past, =he= may share in the eternal victory of Jesus Christ
- our Lord; who liveth and reigneth with thee, in the unity of
- the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Any of the Collects appointed for use at the Burial of the Dead may be
- used instead.*
-
- *For the Prayers of the People, one of the forms appointed for the
- Burial of the Dead may be used.*
-
- *Preface to the Commemoration of the Dead*
-
- *The postcommunion prayer on page 498 may be used.*
-
-
- <9. Of the Reign of Christ>
-
- Almighty and everlasting God, whose will it is to restore all
- things in thy well-beloved Son, the King of kings and Lord of
- <page 203>
- lords: Mercifully grant that the peoples of the earth, divided
- and enslaved by sin, may be freed and brought together
- under his most gracious rule; who liveth and reigneth with
- thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Ascension, or of Baptism*
-
-
- <10. At Baptism>
-
- Almighty God, who by our baptism into the death and
- resurrection of thy Son Jesus Christ dost turn us from the old
- life of sin: Grant that we, being reborn to new life in him,
- may live in righteousness and holiness all our days; through
- the same thy Son Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and
- reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and
- for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Baptism*
-
-
- <11. At Confirmation>
-
- Grant, Almighty God, that we, who have been redeemed
- from the old life of sin by our baptism into the death and
- resurrection of thy Son Jesus Christ, may be renewed in thy
- Holy Spirit, and live in righteousness and true holiness;
- through the same Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and
- reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and
- for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Baptism, or of Pentecost*
-
- <page 204>
-
-
- <12. On the Anniversary of the Dedication of a Church>
-
- Almighty God, to whose glory we celebrate the dedication
- of this house of prayer: We give thee thanks for the fellowship
- of those who have worshiped in this place, and we pray that
- all who seek thee here may find thee, and be filled with thy
- joy and peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and
- reigneth with thee, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God,
- now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *The Litany of Thanksgiving for a Church, page 578, may be used for the
- Prayers of the People.*
-
- *Preface of the Dedication of a Church*
-
-
- <13. For a Church Convention>
-
- Almighty and everlasting Father, who hast given the Holy
- Spirit to abide with us for ever: Bless, we beseech thee, with
- his grace and presence, the bishops and other clergy and
- the laity here (*or* now, *or* soon to be) assembled in thy Name,
- that thy Church, being preserved in true faith and godly
- discipline, may fulfill all the mind of him who loved it and
- gave himself for it, thy Son Jesus Christ our Savior; who
- liveth and reigneth with thee, in the unity of the same Spirit,
- one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Pentecost, or of the Season*
-
-
- <14. For the Unity of the Church>
-
- Almighty Father, whose blessed Son before his passion
- prayed for his disciples that they might be one, even as thou
- and he are one: Grant that thy Church, being bound together
- in love and obedience to thee, may be united in one body by
- the one Spirit, that the world may believe in him whom thou
- <page 205>
- didst send, the same thy Son Jesus Christ our Lord; who
- liveth and reigneth with thee, in the unity of the same Spirit,
- one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Baptism, or of Trinity Sunday*
-
-
- <15. For the Ministry (Ember Days)>
-
- *For use on the traditional days or at other times*
-
-
- <I. For those to be ordained>
-
- Almighty God, the giver of all good gifts, in thy divine
- providence hast appointed various orders in thy Church:
- Give thy grace, we humbly beseech thee, to all who are [now]
- called to any office and ministry for thy people; and so fill
- them with the truth of thy doctrine and clothe them with
- holiness of life, that they may faithfully serve before thee, to
- the glory of thy great Name and for the benefit of thy holy
- Church; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and
- reigneth with thee, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God,
- now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Apostles*
-
-
- <II. For the choice of fit persons for the ministry>
-
- O God, who didst lead thy holy apostles to ordain ministers
- in every place: Grant that thy Church, under the guidance of
- the Holy Spirit, may choose suitable persons for the ministry
- of Word and Sacrament, and may uphold them in their work
- for the extension of thy kingdom; through him who is the
- Shepherd and Bishop of our souls, Jesus Christ our Lord,
- who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one
- God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Season*
-
- <page 206>
-
-
- <III. For all Chistians in their vocation>
-
- Almighty and everlasting God, by whose Spirit the whole
- body of thy faithful people is governed and sanctified:
- Receive our supplications and prayers, which we offer before
- thee for all members of thy holy Church, that in their
- vocation and ministry they may truly and devoutly serve thee;
- through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, who liveth and
- reigneth with thee, in the unity of the same Spirit, one God,
- now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Baptism, or of the Season*
-
-
- <16. For the Mission of the Church>
-
- O God, who hast made of one blood all the peoples of the
- earth, and sent thy blessed Son to preach peace to those
- who are far off and to those who are near: Grant that people
- everywhere may seek after thee and find thee, bring the
- nations into thy fold, pour out thy Spirit upon all flesh, and
- hasten the coming of thy kingdom; through the same thy
- Son Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with thee
- and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *or this*
-
- O God of all the nations of the earth: Remember the
- multitudes who have been created in thine image but have
- not known the redeeming work of our Savior Jesus Christ;
- and grant that, by the prayers and labors of thy holy Church,
- they may be brought to know and worship thee as thou hast
- been revealed in thy Son; who liveth and reigneth with thee
- and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Season, or of Pentecost*
-
-
- <17. For the Nation>
-
- Lord God Almighty, who hast made all the peoples of the earth
- for thy glory, to serve you in freedom and in peace: Give to
- the people of our country a zeal for justice and the strength
- of forbearance, that we may use our liberty in accordance
- with thy gracious will; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who
- liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God,
- for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *The Collect for Independence Day may be used instead.*
-
- *Preface of Trinity Sunday*
-
-
- <18. For Peace>
-
- Almighty God, kindle, we beseech thee, in every heart the
- true love of peace, and guide with thy wisdom those who
- take counsel for the nations of the earth, that in tranquillity
- thy dominion may increase till the earth is filled with the
- knowledge of thy love; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who
- liveth and reigneth with thee, in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
- one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Season*
-
-
- <19. For Rogation Days>
-
- *For use on the traditional days or at other times*
-
-
- <I. For fruitful seasons>
-
- Almighty God, Lord of heaven and earth: We humbly pray
- that thy gracious providence may give and preserve to our
- use the harvests of the land and of the seas, and may prosper
- all who labor to gather them, that we, who constantly receive
- good things from thy hand, may always give thee thanks;
- through Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with
- thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Season*
-
- <page 208>
-
-
- <II. For Commerce and Industry>
-
- Almighty God, whose Son Jesus Christ in his earthly life
- shared our toil and hallowed our labor: Be present with
- thy people where they work; make those who carry on
- the industries and commerce of this land responsive to thy
- will; and give to us all a pride in what we do, and a just
- return for our labor; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who
- liveth and reigneth with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
- one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Season*
-
-
- <III. For stewardship of creation>
-
- O merciful Creator, thy hand is open wide to satisfy the
- needs of every living creature: Make us, we beseech thee,
- ever thankful for thy loving providence; and grant that we,
- remembering the account that we must one day give, may be
- faithful stewards of thy good gifts; through Jesus Christ our
- Lord, who with thee and the Holy Spirit liveth and reigneth,
- one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Season*
-
-
- <20. For the Sick>
-
- Heavenly Father, giver of life and health: Comfort and
- relieve thy sick servants, and give thy power of healing to
- those who minister to their needs, that those (*or* &N., *or* &NN.)
- for whom our prayers are offered may be strengthened in
- =their= weakness and have confidence in thy loving care;
- through Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with
- you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Season*
-
- *The postcommunion prayer on page 457 may be used.*
-
- <page 209>
-
-
- <21. For Social Justice>
-
- Almighty God, who hast created us in thine own image:
- Grant us grace fearlessly to contend against evil and to make
- no peace with oppression; and, that we may reverently use
- our freedom, help us to employ it in the maintenance of
- justice in our communities and among the nations, to the
- glory of thy holy Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who
- liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God,
- now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Season*
-
-
- <22. For Social Service>
-
- O Lord our heavenly Father, whose blessed Son came not to
- be served but to serve: Bless, we beseech thee, all
- who, following in his steps, give themselves to the service of
- others; that with wisdom, patience, and courage, they may
- minister in his name to the suffering, the friendless, and the
- needy; for the love of him who laid down his life for us, the same
- thy Son our Savior Jesus Christ, who liveth and reigneth
- with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.
- =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Season*
-
-
- <23. For Education>
-
- Almighty God, the fountain of all wisdom: Enlighten by thy
- Holy Spirit those who teach and those who learn, that,
- rejoicing in the knowledge of thy truth, they may worship
- you and serve you from generation to generation; through
- Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with thee
- and the same Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Season*
-
- <page 210>
-
-
- <24. For Vocation in Daily Work>
-
- Almighty God our heavenly Father, who declarest thy glory
- and showest forth thy handiwork in the heavens and in the
- earth: Deliver us, we beseech thee, in our various occupations
- from the service of self alone, that we may do the work
- which thou givest us to do in truth and beauty and for the
- common good; for the sake of him who came among us as
- one that serveth, thy Son Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth
- and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever
- and ever. =Amen.=
-
-
- <25. For Labor Day>
-
- Almighty God, who hast so linked our lives one with another
- that all we do affects, for good or ill, all other lives: So guide
- us in the work we do, that we may do it not for self alone, but
- for the common good; and, as we seek a proper return for
- our own labor, make us mindful of the rightful aspirations of
- other workers, and arouse our concern for those who are out
- of work; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and
- reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and
- ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Season*
-
- <page 211>
-
-
-
- <Collects: Contemporary>
-
-
- <First Sunday of Advent>
-
- Almighty God, give us grace to cast away the works of
- darkness, and put on the armor of light, now in the time of
- this mortal life in which your Son Jesus Christ came to visit
- us in great humility; that in the last day, when he shall come
- again in his glorious majesty to judge both the living and the
- dead, we may rise to the life immortal; through him who lives
- and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and
- for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Advent*
-
-
- <Second Sunday of Advent>
-
- Merciful God, who sent your messengers the prophets to
- preach repentance and prepare the way for our salvation:
- Give us grace to heed their warnings and forsake our sins,
- that we may greet with joy the coming of Jesus Christ our
- Redeemer; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy
- Spirit, one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Advent*
-
- <page 211>
-
-
- <Third Sunday of Advent>
-
- Stir up your power, O Lord, and with great might come
- among us; and, because we are sorely hindered by our sins,
- let your bountiful grace and mercy speedily help and deliver
- us; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with you and
- the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Advent*
-
- *Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday of this week are the traditional winter
- Ember Days.*
-
-
- <Fourth Sunday of Advent>
-
- Purify our conscience, Almighty God, by your daily visitation,
- that your Son Jesus Christ, at his coming, may find in us a
- mansion prepared for himself; who lives and reigns with you,
- in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.
- =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Advent*
-
-
- <The Nativity of Our Lord: Christmas Day> =December 25=
-
- O God, you make us glad by the yearly festival of the birth
- of your only Son Jesus Christ: Grant that we, who joyfully
- receive him as our Redeemer, may with sure confidence
- behold him when he comes to be our Judge; who lives and
- reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and
- for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *or this*
-
- O God, you have caused this holy night to shine with the
- brightness of the true Light: Grant that we, who have known
- the mystery of that Light on earth, may also enjoy him
- perfectly in heaven; where with you and the Holy Spirit he
- lives and reigns, one God, in glory everlasting. =Amen.=
-
- <page 213>
-
- *or this*
-
- Almighty God, you have given your only-begotten Son to
- take our nature upon him, and to be born [this day] of a pure
- virgin: Grant that we, who have been born again and made
- your children by adoption and grace, may daily be renewed
- by your Holy Spirit; through our Lord Jesus Christ, to whom
- with you and the same Spirit be honor and glory, now and
- for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Incarnation*
-
- *The Collect immediately preceding and any of the sets of Proper Lessons
- for Christmas Day serve for any weekdays between Holy Innocents' Day
- and the First Sunday after Christmas Day.*
-
-
- <First Sunday after Christmas Day>
-
- *This Sunday takes precedence over the three Holy Days which follow
- Christmas Day. As necessary, the observance of one, two, or all three
- of them, is postponed one day.*
-
- Almighty God, you have poured upon us the new light of
- your incarnate Word: Grant that this light, enkindled in our
- hearts, may shine forth in our lives; through Jesus Christ our
- Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy
- Spirit, one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Incarnation*
-
-
- <The Holy Name> =January 1=
-
- Eternal Father, you gave to your incarnate Son the holy name
- of Jesus to be the sign of our salvation: Plant in every heart,
- we pray, the love of him who is the Savior of the world, our
- Lord Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy
- Spirit, one God, in glory everlasting. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Incarnation*
-
-
- <Second Sunday after Christmas Day>
-
- O God, who wonderfully created, and yet more wonderfully
- restored, the dignity of human nature: Grant that we may
- share the divine life of him who humbled himself to share
- our humanity, you Son Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns
- with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever
- and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Incarnation*
-
-
- <The Epiphany> =January 6=
-
- O God, by the leading of a star you manifested your only Son
- to the Peoples of the earth: Lead us, who know you now by
- faith, to your presence, where we may see your glory face to
- face; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns
- with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.
- =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Epiphany*
-
- *The preceding Collect, with the Psalm and Lessons for the Epiphany, or
- those for the Second Sunday after Christmas, serves for weekdays
- between the Epiphany and the following Sunday. The Preface of the
- Epiphany is used.*
-
-
- <First Sunday after the Epiphany: The Baptism of our Lord>
-
- Father in heaven, who at the baptism of Jesus in the River
- Jordan proclaimed him your beloved Son and anointed him
- with the Holy Spirit: Grant that all who are baptized into his
- Name may keep the covenant they have made, and boldly
- confess him as Lord and Savior; who with you and the Holy
- Spirit lives and reigns, one God, in glory everlasting. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Epiphany*
-
- <page 215>
-
-
- <Second Sunday after the Epiphany>
-
- Almighty God, whose Son our Savior Jesus Christ is the light
- of the world: Grant that your people, illumined by your Word
- and Sacraments, may shine with the radiance of Christ's
- glory, that he may be known, worshiped, and obeyed to the
- ends of the earth; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who with
- you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, now and
- for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Epiphany, or of the Lord's Day*
-
-
- <Third Sunday after the Epiphany>
-
- Give us grace, O Lord, to answer readily the call of our
- Savior Jesus Christ and proclaim to all people the Good News
- of his salvation, that we and the whole world may perceive
- the glory of his marvelous works; who lives and reigns with
- you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Epiphany, or of the Lord's Day*
-
-
- <Fourth Sunday after the Epiphany>
-
- Almighty and everlasting God, you govern all things both in
- heaven and on earth: Mercifully hear the supplications of
- your people, and in our time grant us your peace; through
- Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the
- Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Epiphany, or of the Lord's Day*
-
- <page 216>
-
-
- <Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany>
-
- Set us free, O God, from the bondage of our sins, and give us
- the liberty of that abundant life which you have made known
- to us in your Son our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns
- with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and
- for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Epiphany, or of the Lord's Day*
-
-
- <Sixth Sunday after the Epiphany>
-
- O God, the strength of all who put their trust in you:
- Mercifully accept our prayers; and because in our weakness
- we can do nothing good without you, give us the help of your
- grace, that in keeping your commandments we may please
- you both in will and deed; through Jesus Christ our Lord,
- who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God,
- for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Epiphany, or of the Lord's Day*
-
-
- <Seventh Sunday after the Epiphany>
-
- O Lord, you have taught us that without love whatever we
- do is worth nothing; Send your Holy Spirit and pour into our
- hearts your greatest gift, which is love, the true bond of peace
- and of all virtue, without which whoever lives is accounted
- dead before you. Grant this for the sake of your only Son
- Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy
- Spirit, one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Epiphany, or of the Lord's Day*
-
-
- <Eighth Sunday after the Epiphany>
-
- Most loving Father, whose will it is for us to give thanks for
- all things, to fear nothing but the loss of you, and to cast all
- <page 217>
- our care on you who care for us: Preserve us from faithless
- fears and worldly anxieties, that no clouds of this mortal life
- may hide from us the light of that love which is immortal,
- and which you have manifested to us in your Son Jesus Christ
- our Lord; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the
- Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Epiphany, or of the Lord's Day*
-
-
- <Last Sunday after the Epiphany>
-
- *This Proper is always used on the Sunday before Ash Wednesday*
-
- O God, who before the passion of your only-begotten Son
- revealed his glory upon the holy mountain: Grant to us that
- we, beholding by faith the light of his countenance, may be
- strengthened to bear our cross, and be changed into his
- likeness from glory to glory; through Jesus Christ our Lord,
- who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God,
- for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Epiphany*
-
-
- <Ash Wednesday>
-
- *The Proper Liturgy for this day is on page 264.*
-
- Almighty and everlasting God, you hate nothing you have
- made and forgive the sins of all who are penitent: Create and
- make in us new and contrite hearts, that we, worthily
- lamenting our sins and acknowledging our wretchedness,
- may obtain of you, the God of all mercy, perfect remission
- and forgiveness; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives
- and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever
- and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Lent*
-
- *This Collect, with the corresponding Psalm and Lessons, also serves for
- the weekdays which follow, except as otherwise appointed.
-
- <page 218>
-
-
- <First Sunday in Lent>
-
- Almighty God, whose blessed Son was led by the Spirit to be
- tempted by Satan; Come quickly to help us who are assaulted
- by many temptations; and, as you know the weaknesses of
- each of us, let each one find you mighty to save; through
- Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with
- you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Lent*
-
- *Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday of this week are the traditional spring
- Ember Days.*
-
-
- <Second Sunday in Lent>
-
- O God, whose glory it is always to have mercy: Be gracious
- to all who have gone astry from your ways, and bring them
- again with penitent hearts and steadfast faith to embrace and
- hold fast the unchangeable truth of your Word, Jesus Christ
- your Son; who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns,
- one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
-
- <Third Sunday in Lent>
-
- Almighty God, you know that we have no power in ourselves
- to help ourselves: Keep us both outwardly in our bodies and
- inwardly in our souls, that we may be defended from all
- adversities which may happen to the body, and from all evil
- thoughts which may assault and hurt the soul; through Jesus
- Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy
- Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Lent*
-
- <page 219>
-
-
- <Fourth Sunday in Lent>
-
- Gracious Father, whose blessed Son Jesus Christ came down
- from heaven to be the true bread which gives life to the world:
- Evermore give us this bread, that he may live in us, and we in
- him; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one
- God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Lent*
-
-
- <Fifth Sunday in Lent>
-
- Almighty God, you alone can bring into order the unruly
- wills and affections of sinners: Grant your people grace to
- love what you command and desire what you promise; that,
- among the swift and varied changes of the world, our hearts
- may surely there be fixed where true joys are to be found;
- through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with
- you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Lent*
-
-
- <Sunday of the Passion: Palm Sunday>
-
- *The Proper Liturgy for this day is on page 270.*
-
- Almighty and everliving God, in your tender love for the
- human race you sent your Son our Savior Jesus Christ to
- take upon him our nature, and to suffer death upon the cross,
- giving us the example of his great humility: Mercifully grant
- that we may walk in the way of his suffering, and also share
- in his resurrection; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives
- and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever
- and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Holy Week*
-
- <page 220>
-
-
- <Monday in Holy Week>
-
- Almighty God, whose 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 that the way of life and
- peace; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives
- and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever
- and ever. =Amen.=
-
-
- <Tuesday in Holy Week>
-
- O God, by the passion of your blessed Son you made an
- instrument of shameful death to be for us the means of life:
- Grant us so to glory in the cross of Christ, that we may gladly
- suffer shame and loss for the sake of your Son our Savior
- Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy
- Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Holy Week*
-
-
- <Wednesday in Holy Week>
-
- Lord God, whose blessed Son our Savior gave his body to be
- whipped and his face to be spit upon: Give us grace to accept
- joyfully the sufferings of the present time, confident of the
- glory that shall be revealed; through Jesus Christ your Son our
- Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one
- God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
-
- <Maundy Thursday>
-
- *The Proper Liturgy for this day is on page 274.*
-
- Almighty Father, whose dear Son, on the night before he
- suffered, instituted the Sacrament of his Body and Blood:
- Mercifully grant that we may receive it thankfully in
- remembrance of Jesus Christ our Lord, who in these holy
- mysteries gives us a pledge of eternal life; and who now lives
- and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever
- and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Holy Week*
-
-
- <Good Friday>
-
- *The Proper Liturgy for this day is on page 276.*
-
- Almighty God, we pray you graciously to behold this your
- family, for whom our Lord Jesus Christ was willing to be
- betrayed, and given into the hands of sinners, and to suffer
- death upon the cross; who now lives and reigns with you and
- the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- <page 222>
-
-
- <Easter Day>
-
- *The Liturgy of the Easter Vigil is on page 285.*
-
- O God, who for our redemption gave your only-begotten
- Son to the death of the cross, and by his glorious resurrection
- delivered us from the power of our enemy: Grant us so to die
- daily to sin, that we may evermore live with him in the joy of
- his resurrection; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord,
- who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God,
- now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *or this*
-
- O God, who made this most holy night to shine with the
- glory of the Lord's resurrection: Stir up in your Church that
- Spirit of adoption which is given to us in Baptism, that we,
- being renewed both in body and mind, may worship you in
- sincerity and truth; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives
- and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God,
- now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *or this*
-
- Almighty God, who through your only-begotten Son Jesus
- Christ overcame death and opened to us the gate of
- everlasting life: Grant that we, who celebrate with joy the
- day of the Lord's resurrection, may be raised from the death
- of sin by your life-giving Spirit; through Jesus Christ our
- Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one
- God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Easter*
-
-
- <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
- <page 223>
- everlasting joys; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives
- and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and
- for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Easter*
-
-
- <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.=
-
- *Preface of Easter*
-
-
- <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.=
-
- *Preface of Easter*
-
-
- <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.=
-
- *Preface of Easter*
-
- <page 224>
-
-
- <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.=
-
- *Preface of Easter*
-
-
- <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 forever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Easter*
-
-
- <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.=
-
- *Preface of Easter*
-
-
- <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
- <page 225>
- and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God,
- now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Easter*
-
-
- <Fourth Sunday of Easter>
-
- O 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.=
-
- *Preface of Easter*
-
-
- <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.=
-
- *Preface of Easter*
-
-
- <Sixth Sunday of Easter>
-
- O God, you have prepared for those who love you such good
- things as surpass our understanding: Pour into our hearts such
- love towards you, that we, loving you in all things and above
- all things, may obtain your promises, which exceed all that we
- can desire; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns
- with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Easter*
-
- *Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday of this week are the traditional
- Rogation Days.*
-
- <page 226>
-
-
- <Ascension Day>
-
- Almighty God, whos blessed Son our Savior Jesus Christ
- ascended far above all heavens that he might fill all things:
- Mercifully give us faith to perceive that, according to his
- promise, he abides with his Church on earth, even to the end
- of the ages; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and
- reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, in glory
- everlasting. =Amen.=
-
- *or this*
-
- Grant, we pray, Almighty God, that as we believe your
- only-begotten Son our Lord Jesus Christ to have ascended
- into heaven, so we may also in heart and mind there ascend,
- and with him continually dwell; who lives and reigns with
- you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Ascension*
-
- *Either of the preceding Collects, with the proper Psalm and Lessons for
- Ascension Day, serves for the following weekdays, except as otherwise
- appointed.*
-
-
- <Seventh Sunday of Easter: The Sunday after Ascension Day>
-
- O God, the King of glory, you have exalted your only Son
- Jesus Christ with great triumph to your kingdom in heaven:
- Do not leave us comfortless, but send us your Holy Spirit to
- strengthen us, and exalt us to that place where our Savior
- Christ has gone before; who lives and reigns with you and
- the Holy Spirit, one God, in glory everlasting. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Ascension*
-
- <Page 227>
-
-
- <The Day of Pentecost: Whitsunday>
-
- *When a Vigil of Pentecost is observed, it begins with the Service of
- Light, page 109 (substituting, if desired, the Gloria in Excelsis for
- the Phos hilaron), and continues with the Salutation and Collect of the
- Day. Three or more of the appointed Lessons are read before the Gospel,
- each followed by a Psalm, Canticle, or hymn. Holy Baptism or
- Confirmation (beginning with the Presentation of the Candidates), or the
- Renewal of Baptismal Vows, page 292, follows the Sermon.*
-
- Almighty God, on this day you opened the way of eternal life
- to every race and nation by the promised gift of your Holy
- Spirit: Shed abroad this gift throughout the world by the
- preaching of the Gospel, that it may reach to the ends of the
- earth; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns
- with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever
- and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *or this*
-
- O God, who on this day taught the hearts of your faithful
- people by sending to them the light of your Holy Spirit:
- Grant us by the same Spirit to have a right judgment in all
- things, and evermore to rejoice in his holy comfort; 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.=
-
- *Preface of Pentecost*
-
- *On the weekdays which follow, the numbered Proper which corresponds
- most closely to the date of Pentecost in that year is used. See page
- 158.*
-
- *Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday of this week are the traditional summer
- Ember Days.*
-
- <Page 228>
-
-
- <First Sunday after Pentecost: Trinity Sunday>
-
- Almighty and everlasting God, you have given to us
- your servants grace, by the confession of a true faith, to
- acknowledge the glory of the eternal Trinity, and in the
- power of your divine Majesty to worship the Unity: Keep
- us steadfast in this faith and worship, and bring us at last to
- see you in your one and eternal glory, O Father; who with
- the Son and the Holy Spirit live and reign, one God, for ever
- and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Trinity Sunday*
-
- *On the weekdays which follow, the numbered Proper which corresponds
- most closely to the date of Trinity Sunday in that year is used.*
-
-
- <The Season after Pentecost>
-
- *Directions for the use of the Propers which follow are on page 158.*
-
- <Proper 1> =Week of the Sunday closest to May 11=
-
- Remember, O Lord, what you have wrought in us and not
- what we deserve; and, as you have called us to your service,
- make us worthy of our calling; through Jesus Christ our Lord,
- who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God,
- now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *No Proper Preface is used.*
-
-
- <Proper 2> =Week of the Sunday closest to May 18=
-
- Almighty and merciful God, in your goodness keep us, we
- pray, from all things that may hurt us, that we, being ready
- <page 229>
- both in mind and body, may accomplish with free hearts
- those things which belong to your purpose; through Jesus
- Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy
- Spirit, one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *No Proper Preface is used.*
-
-
- <Proper 3> =The Sunday closest to May 25=
-
- Grant, O Lord, that the course of this world may be
- peaceably governed by your providence; and that your
- Church may joyfully serve you in confidence and serenity;
- through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you
- and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Lord's Day*
-
-
- <Proper 4> =The Sunday closest to June 1=
-
- O God, your never-failing providence sets in order all things
- both in heaven and earth: Put away from us, we entreat you,
- all hurtful things, and give us those things which are profitable
- for us; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns
- with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.
- =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Lord's Day*
-
-
- <Proper 5> =The Sunday closest to June 8=
-
- O God, from whom all good proceeds: Grant that by your
- inspiration we may think those things that are right, and by
- your merciful guiding may do them; through Jesus Christ our
- Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one
- God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Lord's Day*
-
- <page 230>
-
-
- <Proper 6> =The Sunday closest to June 15=
-
- Keep, O Lord, your household the Church in your steadfast
- faith and love, that through your grace we may proclaim
- your truth with boldness, and minister your justice with
- compassion; for the sake of our Savior Jesus Christ, who
- lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now
- and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Lord's Day*
-
-
- <Proper 7> =The Sunday closest to June 22=
-
- O Lord, make us have perpetual love and reverence for your
- holy Name, for you never fail to help and govern those whom
- you have set upon the sure foundation of your loving-kindness;
- through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you
- and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Lord's Day*
-
-
- <Proper 8> =The Sunday closest to June 29=
-
- Almighty God, you have built your Church upon the
- foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ himself
- being the chief cornerstone: Grant us so to be joined together
- in unity of spirit by their teaching, that we may be made a
- holy temple acceptable to you; through Jesus Christ our Lord,
- who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God,
- for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface to the Lord's Day*
-
-
- <Proper 9> =The Sunday closest to July 6=
-
- O God, you have taught us to keep all your commandments
- by loving you and our neighbor: Grant us the grace of your
- Holy Spirit, that we may be devoted to your with our whole
- <page 231>
- heart, and united to one another with pure affection; through
- Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the
- Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Lord's Day*
-
-
- <Proper 10> =The Sunday closest to July 13=
-
- O Lord, mercifully receive the prayers of your people who
- call upon you, and grant that they may know and understand
- what things they ought to do, and also may have grace and
- power faithfully to accomplish them; through Jesus Christ
- our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,
- one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Lord's Day*
-
-
- <Proper 11> =The Sunday closest to July 20=
-
- Almighty God, the fountain of all wisdom, you know our
- necessities before we ask and our ignorance in asking: Have
- compassion on our weakness, and mercifully give us those
- things which for our unworthiness we dare not, and for our
- blindness we cannot ask; through the worthiness of your Son
- Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the
- Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
-
- *Preface of the Lord's Day*
-
-
- <Proper 12> =The Sunday closest to July 27=
-
- O god, the protector of all who trust in you, without whom
- nothing is strong, nothing is holy: Increase and multiply upon
- us your mercy; that, with you as our ruler and guide, we may so
- pass through things temporal, that we lose not the things eternal;
- through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you
- and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface to the Lord's Day*
-
- <page 232>
-
-
- <Proper 13> =The Sunday closest to August 3=
-
- Let your continual mercy, O Lord, cleanse and defend your
- Church; and, because it cannot continue in safety without
- your help, protect and govern it always by your goodness;
- through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you
- and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
-
- <Proper 14> =The Sunday closest to August 10=
-
- Grant to us, Lord, we pray, the spirit to think and do always
- those things that are right, that we, who cannot exist without
- you, may by you be enabled to live according to your will;
- through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you
- and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Lord's Day*
-
-
- <Proper 15> =The Sunday closest to August 17=
-
- Almighty God, you have given your only Son to be for us a
- sacrifice for sin, and also an example of godly life: Give us
- grace to receive thankfully the fruits of this redeeming work,
- and to follow daily in the blessed steps of his most holy life;
- through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns
- with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.
- =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Lord's Day*
-
-
- <Proper 16> =The Sunday closest to August 24=
-
- Grant, O merciful God, that your Church, being gathered
- together in unity by your Holy Spirit, may show forth your
- power among all peoples, to the glory of your Name;
- <page 233>
- through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you
- and the Holy Spirt, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Lord's Day*
-
-
- <Proper 17> =The Sunday closest to August 31=
-
- Lord of all power and might, the author and giver of all good
- things: Graft in our hearts the love of your Name; increase in
- us true religion; nourish us with all goodness; and bring forth
- in us the fruit of good works; through Jesus Christ our Lord,
- who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God,
- for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Lord's Day*
-
-
- <Proper 18> =The Sunday closest to September 7=
-
- Grant us, O Lord, to trust in you with all our hearts; for, as
- you always resist the proud who confide in their own strength,
- so you never forsake those who make their boast of your
- mercy; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns
- with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.
- =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Lord's Day*
-
-
- <Proper 19> =The Sunday closest to September 14=
-
- O God, because without you we are not able to please you,
- mercifully grant that your Holy Spirit may in all things direct
- and rule our hearts; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives
- and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and
- for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Lord's Day*
-
- *The Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday after September 14 are the
- traditional autumnal Ember Days.*
-
- <page 234>
-
-
- <Proper 20> =The Sunday closest to September 21=
-
- Grant us, Lord, not to be anxious about earthly things, but to
- love things heavenly; and even now, while we are placed among
- things that are passing away, to hold fast to those that shall
- endure; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns
- with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Lord's Day*
-
- <Proper 21> =The Sunday closest to September 28=
-
- O God, you declare your almighty power chiefly in showing
- mercy and pity: Grant us the fullness of your grace, that we,
- running to obtain your promises, may become partakers of
- your heavenly treasure; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who
- lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for
- ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Lord's Day*
-
-
- <Proper 22> =The Sunday closest to October 5=
-
- Almighty and everlasting God, you are always more ready to
- hear than we to pray, and to give more than we either desire
- or deserve: Pour upon us the abundance of your mercy,
- forgiving us those things of which our conscience is afraid,
- and giving us those good things for which we are not worthy
- to ask, except through the merits and mediation of Jesus
- Christ our Savior; who lives and reigns with you and the
- Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Lord's Day*
-
-
- <Proper 23> =The Sunday closest to October 12=
-
- Lord, we pray that your grace may always precede and
- follow us, that we may continually be given to good works;
- <page 235>
- through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you
- and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Lord's Day*
-
-
- <Proper 24> =The Sunday closest to October 19=
-
- Almighty and everlasting God, in Christ you have revealed
- your glory among the nations: Preserve the works of your
- mercy, that your Church throughout the world may
- persevere with steadfast faith in the confession of your
- Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns
- with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.
- =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Lord's Day*
-
-
- <Proper 25> =The Sunday closest to October 26=
-
- Almighty and everlasting God, increase in us the gifts of
- faith, hope, and charity; and, that we may obtain what you
- promise, make us love what you command; through Jesus
- Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy
- Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Lord's Day*
-
-
- <Proper 26> =The Sunday closest to November 2=
-
- Almighty and merciful God, it is only by your gift that your
- faithful people offer you true and laudable service: Grant
- that we may run without stumbling to obtain your heavenly
- promises; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and
- reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for
- ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Lord's Day*
-
- <page 236>
-
- <Proper 27> =The Sunday closest to November 9=
-
- O God, whose blessed Son came into the world that he might
- destroy the works of the devil and make us children of God
- and heirs of eternal life: Grant that, having this hope, we may
- purify ourselves as he is pure; that, when he comes again
- with power and great glory, we may be made like him in his
- eternal and glorious kingdom; where he lives and reigns with
- you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Lord's Day*
-
-
- <Proper 28> =The Sunday closest to November 16=
-
- Blessed Lord, who caused all holy Scriptures to be written for
- our learning: Grant us so to hear them, read, mark, learn,
- and inwardly digest them, that we may embrace and ever
- hold fast the blessed hope of everlasting life, which you have
- given us in our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with
- you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Lord's Day*
-
-
- <Proper 29> =The Sunday closest to November 23=
-
- Almighty and everlasting God, whose will it is to restore all
- things in your well-beloved Son, the King of kings and Lord of
- lords: Mercifully grant that the peoples of the earth, divided
- and enslaved by sin, may be freed and brought together
- under his most gracious rule; who lives and reigns with you
- and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Lord's Day, or of Baptism*
-
- <page 237>
-
- <Holy Days>
-
-
- <Saint Andrew> =November 30=
-
- Almighty God, who gave such grace to your apostle Andrew
- that he readily obeyed the call of your Son Jesus Christ, and
- brought his brother with him: Give us, who are called by
- your holy Word, grace to follow him withoit delay, and to
- bring those near to us into his gracious presence; who lives
- and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and
- for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Apostles*
-
-
- <Saint Thomas> =December 21=
-
- Everliving God, who strengthened your apostle Thomas with
- firm and certain faith in your Son's resurrection: Grant us so
- perfectly and without doubt to believe in Jesus Christ, our
- Lord and our God, that our faith may never be found wanting
- in your sight; through him who lives and reigns with yuo and
- the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Apostles*
-
-
- <Saint Stephen> =December 26=
-
- We give you thanks, O Lord of glory, for the example of
- the first martyr Stephen, who looked up to heaven and prayed
- for his persecutors to your Son Jesus Christ, who stands at
- your right hand; where he lives and reigns with you and the
- Holy Spirit, one God, in glory everlasting. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Incarnation*
-
- <page 238>
-
-
- <Saint John> =December 27=
-
- Shed upon your Church, O Lord, the brightness of your light,
- that we, being illumined by the teaching of your apostle and
- evangelist John, may so walk in the light of your truth, that
- at length we may attain to the fullness of eternal life; through
- Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the
- Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Incarnation*
-
-
- <The Holy Innocents> *December 28*
-
- We remember today, O God, the slaughter of the holy
- innocents of Bethlehem by King Herod. Receive, we pray,
- into the arms of your mercy all innocent victims; and by your
- great might frustrate the designs of evil tyrants and establish
- your rule of justice, love, and peace; through Jesus Christ
- our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the
- Holy Spirit,, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Incarnation*
-
-
- <Confession of Saint Peter> =January 18=
-
- Almighty Father, who inspired Saint Peter, first among the
- apostles, to confess Jesus as Messiah and Son of the living God:
- Keep your Church steadfast upon the rock of this faith, so that
- in unity and peace we may proclaim the one truth and follow
- the one Lord, our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with
- you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Apostles*
-
-
- <Conversion of Saint Paul> =January 25=
-
- O God, by the preaching of your apostle Paul you have
- caused the light of the Gospel to shine throughout the world:
- <page 239>
- Grant, we pray, that we, having his wonderful conversion in
- remembrance, may show ourselves thankful to you by following
- his holy teaching; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives
- and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God,
- now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Apostles*
-
-
- <The Presentation> =February 2=
-
- Almighty and everliving God, we humbly pray that, as your
- only-begotten Son was this day presented in the temple, so
- we may be presented to you with pure and clean hearts by
- Jesus Christ our Lord; who lives and reigns with you and the
- Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Epiphany*
-
-
- <Saint Matthias> =February 24=
-
- Almighty God, who in the place of Judas chose your faithful
- servant Matthias to be numbered among the Twelve: Grant that
- your Church, being delivered from false apostles, may always
- be guided and governed by faithful and true pastors; through
- Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the
- unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Apostles*
-
-
- <Saint Joseph> =March 19=
-
- O God, who from the family of your servant David raised
- up Joseph to be the guardian of your incarnate Son and the
- spouse of his virgin mother: Give us grace to imitate his
- uprightness of life and his obedience to your commands;
- through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with
- you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Epiphany*
-
- <page 240>
-
- <The Annunciation> =March 25=
-
- Pour your grace into our hearts, O Lord, that we who have
- known the incarnation of your Son Jesus Christ, announced
- by an angel to the Virgin Mary, may by his cross and passion
- be brought to the glory of his resurrection; who lives and
- reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now
- and for ever =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Epiphany*
-
-
- <Saint Mark> =April 25=
-
- Almighty God, by the hand of Mark the evangelist you 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.=
-
- *Preface of All Saints*
-
-
- <Saint Philip and Saint James> =May 1=
-
- 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.=
-
- *Preface of Apostles*
-
-
- <The Visitation> =May 31=
-
- Father in heaven, by your grace the virgin mother of your
- incarnate Son was blessed in bearing him, but still more
- blessed in keeping your word: Grant us who honor the
- exaltation of her lowliness to follow the example of her
- devotion to your will; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who
- <page 241>
- lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for
- ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Epiphany*
-
-
- <Saint Barnabas> =June 11=
-
- Grant, O God, that we may follow the example of your
- faithful servant Barnabas, who, seeking not his own renown
- but the well-being of your Church, gave generously of his
- life and substance for the relief of the poor and the spread
- of the Gospel; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives
- and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever
- and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Apostles*
-
-
- <The Nativity of Saint John the Baptist> =June 24=
-
- Almighty God, by whose providence your servant John the
- Baptist was wonderfully born, and sent to prepare the way of
- your Son our Savior by preaching repentance: Make us so to
- follow his teaching and holy life, that we may truly repent
- according to his preaching; and, following his example,
- constantly speak the truth, boldly rebuke vice, and patiently
- suffer for the truth's sake; through Jesus Christ your Son our
- Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one
- God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Advent*
-
-
- <Saint Peter and Saint Paul> =June 29=
-
- Almighty God, whose blessed apostles Peter and Paul glorified
- you by their martyrdom: Grant that your Church, instructed by
- their teaching and example, and knit together in unity by your
- Spirit, may ever stand firm upon the one foundation, which
- is Jesus Christ our Lord; who lives and reigns with you, in the
- unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Apostles*
-
- <page 242>
-
-
- <Independence Day> =July 4=
-
- Lord God Almighty, in whose Name the founders of this
- country won liberty for themselves and for us, and lit the
- torch of freedom for nations then unborn: Grant that we and
- all the people of this land may have grace to maintain our
- liberties in righteousness and peace; through Jesus Christ our
- Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one
- God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *The Collect "For the Nation," page 258, may be used instead.*
-
- *Preface of Trinity Sunday*
-
-
- <Saint Mary Magdalene> =July 22=
-
- Almighty God, whose blessed Son restored Mary Magdalene
- to health of body and of mind, and called her to be a witness
- of his resurrection: Mercifully grant that by your grace we
- may be healed from all our infirmities and know you in the
- power of his unending life; who with you and the Holy Spirit
- lives and reigns, one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of All Saints*
-
-
- <Saint James> =July 25=
-
- O gracious God, we remember before you today your servant
- and apostle James, first among the Twelve to suffer martyrdom
- for the Name of Jesus Christ; and we pray that you will pour
- out upon the leaders of your Church that spirit of self-denying
- service by which alone they may have true authority among
- your people; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and
- reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for
- ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Apostles*
-
- <page 243>
-
-
- <The Transfiguration> =August 6=
-
- O God, who on the holy mount revealed to chosen witnesses
- your well-beloved Son, wonderfully transfigured, in raiment
- white and glistening: Mercifully grant that we, being
- delivered from the disquietude of this world, may by faith
- behold the King in his beauty; who with you, O Father, and
- you, O Holy Spirit, lives and reigns, one God, for ever and
- ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Epiphany*
-
-
- <Saint Mary the Virgin> =August 15=
-
- O God, you have taken to yourself the blessed Virgin Mary,
- mother of your incarnate Son: Grant that we, who have been
- redeemed by his blood, may share with her the glory of your
- eternal kingdom; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives
- and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God,
- now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Incarnation*
-
-
- <Saint Bartholomew> =August 24=
-
- Almighty and everlasting God, who gave to your apostle
- Bartholomew grace and truly to believe and to preach your
- Word: Grant that your Church may love what he believed
- and preach what he taught; through Jesus Christ our Lord,
- who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God,
- for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Apostles*
-
- <page 244>
-
-
- <Holy Cross Day> =September 14=
-
- Almighty God, whose Son our Savior Jesus Christ was lifted
- high upon the cross that he might draw the whole world to
- himself: Mercifully grant that we, who glory in the mystery
- of our redemption, may have grace to take up our cross and
- follow him; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy
- Spirit, one God, in glory everlasting. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Holy Week*
-
-
- <Saint Matthew> =September 21=
-
- We thank you, heavenly Father, for the witness of your apostle
- and evangelist Matthew to the Gospel of your Son our Savior;
- and we pray that, after his example, we may with ready wills
- and hearts obey the calling of our Lord to follow him;
- through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you
- and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Apostles*
-
-
- <Saint Michael and All Angels> =September 29=
-
- Everlasting God, you have ordained and constituted in a
- wonderful order the ministries of angels and mortals:
- Mercifully grant that, as your holy angels always serve and
- worship you in heaven, so by your appointment they may
- help and defend us here on earth; through Jesus Christ our
- Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one
- God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Trinity Sunday*
-
-
- <Saint Luke> =October 18=
-
- Almighty God, who inspired your servant Luke the physician
- to set forth in the Gospel the love and healing power of your
- Son: Graciously continue in your Church this love and power
- <page 245>
- to heal, to the praise and glory of your Name; 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.=
-
- *Preface of All Saints*
-
-
- <Saint James of Jerusalem> =October 23=
-
- Grant, O God, that, following the example of your servant
- James the Just, brother of our Lord, your Church may give
- itself continually to prayer and to the reconciliation of all
- who are at variance and enmity; through Jesus Christ our
- Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one
- God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of All Saints*
-
-
- <Saint Simon and Saint Jude> =October 28=
-
- O God, we thank you for the glorious company of the apostles,
- and especially on this day for Simon and Jude; and we pray
- that, as they were faithful and zealous in their mission, so we
- may with ardent devotion make known the love and mercy of
- our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with
- you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Apostles*
-
-
- <All Saint's Day> =November 1=
-
- Almighty God, you have knit together your elect in one
- communion and fellowship in the mystical body of your Son
- Christ our Lord: Give us grace so to follow your blessed saints
- in all virtuous and godly living, that we may come to those
- ineffable joys that you have prepared for those who truly love
- you; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who with you and the Holy
- Spirit lives and reigns, one God, in glory everlasting. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of All Saints*
-
- <page 246>
-
-
- <Thanksgiving Day>
-
- Almighty and gracious Father, we give you thanks for the
- fruits of the earth in their season and for the labors of those
- who harvest them. Make us, we pray, faithful stewards of
- your great bounty, for the provision of our necessities and
- the relief of all who are in need, to the glory of your Name;
- through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with
- you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *For the Prayers of the People, the Litany of Thanksgiving on page 836
- may be used.*
-
- *Preface of Trinity Sunday*
-
-
- <The Common of Saints>
-
- *The festival of a saint is observed in accordance with the rules of
- precedence set forth in the Calendar of the Church year.*
-
- *At the discretion of the Celebrant, and as appropriate, any of the
- following Collects, with one of the corresponding sets of Psalms and
- Lessons, may be used*
-
- *a) at the commemoration of a saint listed in the Calendar for which no
- Proper is provided in this Book*
-
- *b) at the patronal festival or commemoration of a saint not listed in
- the Calendar.*
-
-
- <Of a Martyr>
-
- Almighty God, who gave your servant &N. boldness to
- confess the Name of our Savior Jesus Christ before the rulers
- <page 247>
- of this world, and courage to die for this faith: Grant that we
- may always be ready to give a reason for the hope that is in
- us, and to suffer gladly for the sake of our Lord Jesus Christ;
- who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God,
- for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *or this*
-
- Almighty God, by whose grace and power your holy martyr
- &N. triumphed over suffering and was faithful even to death:
- Grant us, who now remember =him= in thanksgiving, to be so
- faithful in our witness to you in this world, that we may
- receive with =him= the crown of life; through Jesus Christ our
- Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one
- God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *or this*
-
- Almighty and everlasting God, who kindled the flame of your
- love in the heart of your holy martyr &N.: Grant to us, your
- humble servants, a like faith and power of love, that we who
- rejoice in =her= triumph may profit by =her= example; through
- Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the
- Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of a Saint*
-
-
- <Of a Missionary>
-
- Almighty and everlasting God, we thank you for your
- servant &N., whom you called to preach the Gospel to the
- people of &3em. (*or* to the &3em. people). Raise
- up in this and every land evangelists and heralds of your
- kingdom, that your Church may proclaim the unsearchable
- riches of our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with
- you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *or the following*
-
- <page 248>
-
- Almighty God, whose will it is to be glorified in your saints,
- and who raised up your servant &N. to be a light in the world;
- Shine, we pray, in our hearts, that we also in our generation
- may show forth your praise, who called us out of darkness
- into your marvelous light; through Jesus Christ our Lord,
- who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God,
- now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Pentecost*
-
-
- <Of a Pastor>
-
- Heavenly Father, Shepherd of your people, we thank you for
- your servant &N., who was faithful in the care and nurture of
- your flock; and we pray that, following his example and the
- teaching of his holy life, we may by your grace grow into the
- stature of the fullness of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ;
- who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God,
- for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *or this*
-
- O God, our heavenly Father, who raised up your faithful
- servant &N., to be a [bishop and] pastor in your Church and to
- feed your flock: Give abundantly to all pastors the gifts of
- your Holy Spirit, that they may minister in your household as
- true servants of Christ and stewards of your divine mysteries;
- through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you
- and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of a Saint*
-
-
- <Of a Theologian and Teacher>
-
- O God, by your Holy Spirit you give to some the word of
- wisdom, to others the world of knowledge, and to others the
- word of faith: We praise your Name for the gifts of grace
- <page 248>
- manifested in your servant &N., and we pray that your Church
- may never be destitute of such gifts; through Jesus Christ our
- Lord, who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one
- God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *or this*
-
- Almighty God, you gave to your servant &N. special gifts of
- grace to understand and teach the truth as it is in Christ Jesus:
- Grant that by this teaching we may know you, the one true
- God, and Jesus Christ whom you have sent; who lives and
- reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and
- ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of a Saint, or of Trinity Sunday*
-
-
- <Of a Monastic>
-
- O God, whose blessed Son became poor that we through his
- poverty might be rich: Deliver us from an inordinate love of
- this world, that we, inspired by the devotion of your servant
- &N., may serve you with singleness of heart, and attain to the
- riches of the age to come; 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.=
-
- *or this*
-
- O God, by whose grace your servant &N., kindled with the
- flame of your love, became a burning and a shining light in
- your Church: Grant that we also may be aflame with the spirit
- of love and discipline, and walk before you as children of light;
- through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you,
- in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.
- =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of a Saint*
-
- <page 250>
-
- <Of a Saint>
-
- Almighty God, you have surrounded us with a great cloud of
- witnesses: Grant that we, encouraged by the good example of
- your servant &N., may persevere in running the race that is set
- before us, until at last we may with =him= attain to your eternal
- joy; through Jesus Christ, the pioneer and perfecter of our
- faith, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one
- God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *or this*
-
- O God, you have brought us near to an innumerable company
- of angels, and to the spirits of just men made perfect: Grant us
- during our earthly pilgrimage to abide in their fellowship, and
- in our heavenly country to become partakers of their joy;
- through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you
- and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *or this*
-
- Almighty God, by your Holy Spirit you have made us one with
- your saints in heaven and on earth: Grant that in our earthly
- pilgrimage we may always be supported by this fellowship of
- love and prayer, and know ourselves to be surrounded by their
- witness to your power and mercy. We ask this for the sake of
- Jesus Christ, in whom all our intercessions are acceptable
- through the Spirit, and who lives and reigns for ever and ever.
- =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of a Saint*
-
- <page 251>
-
- <Various Occasions>
-
- *For optional use, when desire, subject to the rules set forth in the
- Calendar of the Church Year.*
-
-
- <1. Of the Holy Trinity>
-
- Almighty God, you have revealed to your Church your eternal
- Being of glorious majesty and perfect love as one God in
- Trinity of Persons: Give us grace to continue steadfast in the
- confession of this faith, and constant in our worship of you,
- Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; for you live and reign, one God,
- now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Trinity Sunday*
-
-
- <2. Of the Holy Spirit>
-
- Almighty and most merciful God, grant that by the indwelling
- of your Holy Spirit we may be enlightened and strengthened
- for your service; 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.=
-
- *Preface of Pentecost*
-
-
- <3. Of the Holy Angels>
-
- Everlasting God, you have ordained and constituted in a
- wonderful order the ministries of angels and mortals:
- Mercifully grant that, as your holy angels always serve and
- worship you in heaven, so by your appointment they may
- help and defend us here on earth; through Jesus Christ our
- Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one
- God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Trinity Sunday*
-
- <page 251>
-
- <4. Of the Incarnation>
-
- O God, who wonderfully created, and yet more wonderfully
- restored, the dignity of human nature: Grant that we may
- share the divine life of him who humbled himself to share our
- humanity, your Son Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you,
- in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Epiphany*
-
-
- <5. Of the Holy Eucharist>
-
- *Especially suitable for Thursdays*
-
- God our Father, whose Son our Lord Jesus Christ in a
- wonderful Sacrament has left us a memorial of his passion:
- Grant us so to venerate the sacred mysteries of his Body and
- Blood, that we may ever perceive within ourselves the fruit
- of his redemption; who lives and reigns with you and the
- Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Epiphany*
-
-
- <6. Of the Holy Cross>
-
- *Especially suitable for Fridays*
-
- Almighty God, whose beloved Son willingly endured the agony
- and shame of the cross for our redemption: Give us courage to
- take up our cross and follow him; who lives and reigns with
- you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Holy Week*
-
-
- <7. For all Baptized Christians>
-
- *Especially suitable for Saturdays*
-
- Grant, Lord God, to all who have been baptized into the
- <page 253>
- death and resurrection of your Son Jesus Christ, that, as we
- have put away the old life of sin, so we may be renewed in the
- spirit of our minds, and live in righteousness and true holiness;
- 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.=
-
- *Preface of Baptism*
-
-
- <8. 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.=
-
- *or this*
-
- Almighty God, we remember before you today your faithful
- servant &N.; and we pray that, having opened to =him= the gates
- of larger life, you will receive =him= more and more into your
- joyful service, that, with all who have faithfully served you in
- the past, =he= may share in the eternal victory of Jesus Christ
- our Lord; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the
- Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Any of the Collects appointed for use at the Burial of the Dead may be
- used instead.*
-
- *For the Prayers of the People, one of the forms appointed for the
- Burial of the Dead may be used.*
-
- *Preface to the Commemoration of the Dead*
-
- *The postcommunion prayer on page 498 may be used.*
-
- <page 254>
-
- <9. Of the Reign of Christ>
-
- Almighty and everlasting God, whose will it is to restore all
- things in your well-beloved Son, the King of kings and Lord
- of lords: Mercifully grant that the peoples of the earth,
- divided and enslaved by sin, may be freed and brought together
- under his most gracious rule; who lives and reigns with you
- and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Ascension, or of Baptism*
-
-
- <10. At Baptism>
-
- Almighty God, by our baptism into the death and resurrection
- of your Son Jesus Christ, you turn us from the old life of sin:
- Grant that we, being reborn to new life in him, may live in
- righteousness and holiness all our days; through Jesus Christ
- our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,
- one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Baptism*
-
-
- <11. At Confirmation>
-
- Grant, Almighty God, that we, who have been redeemed
- from the old life of sin by our baptism into the death and
- resurrection of your Son Jesus Christ, may be renewed in
- your Holy Spirit, and live in righteousness and true holiness;
- through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you
- and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Baptism, or of Pentecost*
-
-
- <12. On the Anniversary of the Dedication of a Church>
-
- Almighty God, to whose glory we celebrate the dedication of
- this house of prayer: We give you thanks for the fellowship
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- of those who have worshiped in this place, and we pray that
- all who seek you here may find you, and be filled with your
- joy and peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and
- reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now
- and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *The Litany of Thanksgiving for a Church, page 578, may be used for the
- Prayers of the People.*
-
- *Preface of the Dedication of a Church*
-
-
- <13. For a Church Convention>
-
- Almighty and everlasting Father, you have given the Holy
- Spirit to abide with us for ever: Bless, we pray, with his grace
- and presence, the bishops and other clergy and the laity
- here (*or* now, *or* soon to be) assembled in your Name, that
- your Church, being preserved in true faith and godly
- discipline, may fulfill all the mind of him who loved it and
- gave himself for it, your Son Jesus Christ our Savior; who
- lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one
- God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Pentecost, or of the Season*
-
-
- <14. For the Unity of the Church>
-
- Almighty Father, whose blessed Son before his passion prayed
- for his disciples that they might be one, as you and he are one:
- Grant that your Church, being bound together in love and
- obedience to you, may be united in one body by the one Spirit,
- that the world may believe in him whom you have sent, your
- Son Jesus Christ our Lord; who lives and reigns with you, in
- the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Baptism, or of Trinity Sunday*
-
- <page 256>
-
-
- <15. For the Ministry (Ember Days)>
-
- *For use on the traditional days or at other times*
-
- <I. For those to be ordained>
-
- Almighty God, the giver of all good gifts, in your divine
- providence you have appointed various orders in your
- Church: Give your grace, we humbly pray, to all who are
- [now] called to any office and ministry for your people; and so
- fill them with the truth of your doctrine and clothe them with
- holiness of life, that they may faithfully serve before you, to
- the glory of your great Name and for the benefit of your holy
- Church; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns
- with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and
- for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Apostles*
-
- <II. For the choice of fit persons for the ministry>
-
- O God, you led your holy apostles to ordain ministers in every
- place: Grant that your Church, under the guidance of the Holy
- Spirit, may choose suitable persons for the ministry of Word
- and Sacrament, and may uphold them in their work for the
- extension of your kingdom; through him who is the Shepherd
- and Bishop of our souls, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and
- reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and
- ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Season*
-
-
- <III. For all Chistians in their vocation>
-
- 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
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- you for all members of you holy Church, that in their vocation
- and ministry they may truly and devoutly serve you; through
- our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns with
- you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.
- =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of Baptism, or of the Season*
-
-
- <16. For the Mission of the Church>
-
- 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,
- who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God,
- now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *or this*
-
- O God of all the nations of the earth: Remember the
- multitudes who have been created in your image but have not
- known the redeeming work of our Savior Jesus Christ; and
- grant that, by the prayers and labors of your holy Church,
- they may be brought to know and worship you as you have
- been revealed in your Son; who lives and reigns with you and
- the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Season, or of Pentecost*
-
- <page 258>
-
-
- <17. For the Nation>
-
- Lord God Almighty, you have made all the peoples of the
- earth for your glory, to serve you in freedom and in peace:
- Give to the people of our country a zeal for justice and the
- strength of forbearance, that we may use our liberty in
- accordance with your gracious will; through Jesus Christ our
- Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one
- God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *The Collect for Independence Day may be used instead.*
-
- *Preface of Trinity Sunday*
-
-
- <18. For Peace>
-
- Almighty God, kindle, we pray, in every heart the true love of
- peace, and guide with your wisdom those who take counsel
- for the nations of the earth, that in tranquillity your dominion
- may increase until the earth is filled with the knowledge of your
- love; 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.=
-
- *Preface of the Season*
-
-
- <19. For Rogation Days>
-
- *For use on the traditional days or at other times*
-
- <I. For fruitful seasons>
-
- Almighty God, Lord of heaven and earth: We humbly pray
- that your gracious providence may give and preserve to our
- use the harvests of the land and of the seas, and may prosper
- all who labor to gather them, that we, who are constantly
- receiving good things from your hand, may always give you
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- thanks; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns
- with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.
- =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Season*
-
- <II. For Commerce and Industry>
-
- Almighty God, whose Son Jesus Christ in his earthly life
- shared our toil and hallowed our labor: Be present with your
- people where they work; make those who carry on the industries
- and commerce of this land responsive to your will; and give
- to us all a pride in what we do, and a just return for our labor;
- 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.=
-
- *Preface of the Season*
-
- <III. For stewardship of creation>
-
- O merciful Creator, your hand is open wide to satisfy the
- needs of every living creature: Make us always thankful for
- your loving providence; and grant that we, remembering the
- account that we must one day give, may be faithful stewards
- of your good gifts; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who with
- you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, for ever
- and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Season*
-
- <page 260>
-
-
- <20. For the Sick>
-
- Heavenly Father, giver of life and health: Comfort and
- relieve your sick servants, and give your power of healing to
- those who minister to their needs, that those (*or* &N., *or* &NN.)
- for whom our prayers are offered may be strengthened in
- =their= weakness and have confidence in you loving care;
- through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with
- you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Season*
-
- *The postcommunion prayer on page 457 may be used.*
-
-
- <21. For Social Justice>
-
- Almighty God, who created us in your image: Grant us
- grace fearlessly to contend against evil and to make no peace
- with oppression; and, that we may reverently use our freedom,
- help us to employ it in the maintenance of justice in our
- communities and among the nations, to the glory of your holy
- Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with
- you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Season*
-
-
- <22. For Social Service>
-
- Heavenly Father, whose blessed Son came not to be served
- but to serve: Bless all who, following in his steps, give
- themselves to the service of others; that with wisdom,
- patience, and courage, they may minister in his Name to the
- suffering, the friendless, and the needy; for the love of him
- who laid down his life for us, your Son our Savior Jesus
- Christ, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,
- one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Season*
-
- <page 260>
-
-
- <23. For Education>
-
- Almighty God, the fountain of all wisdom: Enlighten by your
- Holy Spirit those who teach and those who learn, that,
- rejoicing in the knowledge of your truth, they may worship
- you and serve you from generation to generation; through
- Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the
- Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Season*
-
-
- <24. For Vocation in Daily Work>
-
- Almighty God our heavenly Father, you declare your glory
- and show forth your handiwork in the heavens and in the
- earth: Deliver us in our various occupations from the service
- of self alone, that we may do the work you give us to do in
- truth and beauty and for the common good; for the sake of
- him who came among us as one who serves, your Son Jesus
- Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy
- Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
-
- <25. For Labor Day>
-
- Almighty God, you have so linked our lives one with another
- that all we do affects, for good or ill, all other lives: So guide
- us in the work we do, that we may do it not for self alone, but
- for the common good; and, as we seek a proper return for
- our own labor, make us mindful of the rightful aspirations of
- other workers, and arouse our concern for those who are out
- of work; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns
- with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.
- =Amen.=
-
- *Preface of the Season*
-
- <page 262>
-
- <page 263>
-
- <Proper Liturgies
- for Special Days>
-
- <page 264>
-
-
-
- <Ash Wednesday>
-
- *On this day, the Celebrant begins the liturgy with the Salutation and
- the Collect of the Day.*
-
- Let us pray.
-
- Almighty and everlasting God, you hate nothing you have
- made and forgive the sins of all who are penitent: Create and
- make in us new and contrite hearts, that we, worthily
- lamenting our sins and acknowledging our wickedness,
- may obtain of you, the God of all mercy, perfect remission
- and forgiveness; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives
- and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever
- and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Old Testament* Joel 2:1-2, 12-17, *or* Isaiah 58:1-12
-
- *Psalm* 103, *or* 103:8-14
-
- *Epistle* 2 Corinthians 5:20b-6:10
-
- *Gospel* Matthew 6:1-6, 16-21
-
-
- *After the Sermon, all stand, and the Celebrant or Minister appointed
- *invites the people to the observance of a holy Lent, saying*
-
- Dear People of God: The first Christians observed with great
- devotion the days of our Lord's passion and resurrection, and
- it became the custom of the Church to prepare for them by a
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- season of penitence and fasting. This is season of Lent
- provided a time in which converts to the faith were prepared for Holy
- Baptism. It was also a time when those who, because of
- notorious sins, had been separated from the body of the faithful
- were reconciled by penitence and forgiveness, and restored to
- the fellowship of the Church. Thereby, the whole congregation
- was put in mind of the message of pardon and absolution set
- forth in the Gospel of our Savior, and of the need which all
- Christians continually have to renew their repentance and faith.
-
- I invite you, therefore, in the name of the Church, to the
- observance of a holy Lent, by self-examination and repentance;
- by prayer, fasting, and self-denial; and by reading and
- meditating on God's holy Word. And, to make a right beginning
- of repentance, and as a mark of our mortal nature, let us now
- kneel before the Lord, our maker and redeemer.
-
- *Silence is then kept for a time, all kneeling.
-
-
- [[*If ashes are to be imposed, the Celebrant says the following prayer*
-
- Almighty God, you have created us out of the dust of the
- earth: Grant that these ashes may be to us a sign of our
- mortality and penitence, that we may remember that it is
- only by your gracious gift that we are given everlasting life;
- through Jesus Christ our Savior. =Amen.=
-
- *The ashes are imposed with the following words*
-
- Remember that you are dust, and to dust you shall return.]]
-
-
- *The following Psalm is then sung or said*
-
- <page 266>
-
-
- <Psalm 51> =Miserere mei, Deus=
-
- 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.
-
- <page 267>
-
- 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.
-
-
- <Litany of Penitence>
-
- *The Celebrant and People together, all kneeling*
-
- Most holy and merciful Father:
- We confess to you and to one another,
- and to the whole communion of saints
- in heaven and on earth,
- that we have sinned by our own fault
- in thought, word, and deed;
- by what we have done, and by what we have left undone.
-
-
- *The Celebrant continues*
-
- We have not loved you with our whole heart, and mind, and
- strength. We have not loved our neighbors as ourselves. We
- have not forgiven others, as we have been forgiven.
- =Have mercy on us, Lord.=
-
- We have been deaf to your call to serve, as Christ served us.
- We have not been true to the mind of Christ. We have grieved
- your Holy Spirit.
- =Have mercy on us, Lord.=
-
- <page 268>
-
- We confess to you, Lord, all our past unfaithfulness: the
- pride, hypocrisy, and impatience of our lives,
- =We confess to you, Lord.=
-
- Our self-indulgent appetites and ways, and our exploitation
- of other people,
- =We confess to you, Lord.=
-
- Our anger at our own frustration, and our envy of those
- more fortunate than ourselves,
- =We confess to you, Lord.=
-
- Our intemperate love of worldly goods and comforts, and
- our dishonesty in daily life and work,
- =We confess to you, Lord.=
-
- Our negligence in prayer and worship, and our failure to
- commend the faith that is in us,
- =We confess to you, Lord.=
-
- Accept our repentance, Lord, for the wrongs we have done:
- for our blindness to human need and suffering, and our
- indifference to injustice and cruelty,
- =Accept our repentance, Lord.=
-
- For all false judgments, for uncharitable thoughts toward our
- neighbors, and for our prejudice and contempt toward those
- who differ from us,
- =Accept our repentance, Lord.=
-
- For our waste and pollution of your creation, and our lack of
- concern for those who come after us,
- =Accept our repentance, Lord.=
-
- Restore us, good Lord, and let your anger depart from us;
- =Favorably hear us, for your mercy is great.
-
- Accomplish in us the work of your salvation,
- =That we may show forth your glory in the world.=
-
- <page 269>
-
- By the cross and passion of your Son our Lord,
- =Bring us with all your saints to the joy of his resurrection.=
-
-
- *The Bishop, if present, or the Priest, stands and, facing the people,
- says*
-
- Almighty God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who
- desires not the death of sinners, but rather that they may turn
- from their wickedness and live, has given power and
- commandment to his ministers to declare and pronounce to
- his people, being penitent, the absolution and remission of
- their sins. He pardons and absolves all those who truly
- repent, and with sincere hearts believe his holy Gospel.
-
- Therefore we beseech him to grant us true repentance and his
- Holy Spirit, that those things may please him which we do on
- this day, and that the rest of our life hereafter may be pure
- and holy, so that at the last we may come to his eternal joy;
- through Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
- *A deacon or lay reader leading the service remains kneeling and
- substitutes the prayer for forgiveness appointed at Morning Prayer.*
-
- *The Peace is then exchanged.*
-
- *In the absence of a bishop or priest, all that precedes may be led by a
- deacon or lay reader.*
-
- *The Litany of Penitence may be used at other times, and may be preceded
- by an appropriate invitation and a penitential psalm.*
-
- *When Communion follows, the service continues with the Offertory.*
-
- *Preface of Lent*
-
- <page 270>
-
-
-
- <The Sunday of the Passion:
- Palm Sunday>
-
-
- <The Liturgy of the Palms>
-
- *When circumstances permit, the congregation may gather at a place
- apart from the church, so that all may go into the church in
- procession.*
-
- *The branches of palm or of other trees or shrubs to be carried in the
- procession may be distributed to the people before the service, or after
- the prayer of blessing.*
-
-
- *The following or some other suitable anthem is sung or said, the people
- standing*
-
- Blessed is the King who comes in the name of the Lord.
- =Peace in heaven and glory in the highest.=
-
-
- *Celebrant* Let us pray.
-
- Assist us mercifully with your help, O Lord God of our
- salvation, that we may enter with joy upon the contemplation
- of those mighty acts, whereby you have given us life and
- immortality; through Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
- *Here a Deacon or other person appointed reads one of the following*
-
- <page 271>
-
- Year A Matthew 21:1-11
-
- Year B Mark 11:1-11a
-
- Year C Luke 19:29-40
-
-
- *The Celebrant then says the following blessing*
-
- *Celebrant* The Lord be with you.
-
- *People* And also with you.
-
- *Celebrant* Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.
-
- *People* It is right to give him thanks and praise.
-
- It is right to praise you, Almighty God, for the acts of love by
- which you have redeemed us through your Son Jesus Christ
- our Lord. On this day he entered the holy city of Jerusalem in
- triumph, and was proclaimed as King of kings by those who
- spread their garments and branches of palm along his way.
- Let these branches be for us signs of his victory, and grant that
- we who bear them in his name may ever hail him as our King,
- and follow him in the way that leads to eternal life; who lives
- and reigns in glory with you and the Holy Spirit, now and for ever.
- =Amen.=
-
-
- *The following or some other suitable anthem may then be sung or said*
-
- Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord.
- =Hosanna in the highest.=
-
-
- *The Procession*
-
- *Deacon* Let us go forth in peace.
-
- *People* In the name of Christ. Amen.
-
- *During the procession, all hold branches in their hands, and
- appropriate hymns, psalms, or anthems are sung, such as the hymn "All
- glory, laid, and honor" and Psalm 118:19-29.*
-
- *At a suitable place, the procession may halt while the following or
- some other appropriate Collect is said*
-
- <page 272>
-
- Almighty God, whose most dear Son went not up to joy but
- first he suffered pain, and entered not into glory before he
- was crucified: Mercifully grant that we, walking in the way
- of the cross, may find it none other than the way of life and
- peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
- *In the absence of a bishop or priest, the preceding service may be led
- by a deacon or lay reader.*
-
- *At services on this day other than the principal celebration, suitable
- portions of the preceding may be used.*
-
-
- <At the Eucharist>
-
- *When the Liturgy of the Palms immediately precedes the Eucharist, the
- celebration begins with the Salutation and Collect of the Day*
-
- Let us pray.
-
- Almighty and everliving God, in your tender love for the
- human race you sent your Son our Savior Jesus Christ to take
- upon him our nature, and to suffer death upon the cross,
- giving us the example of his great humility: Mercifully grant
- that we may walk in the way of his suffering, and also share
- in his resurrection; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives
- and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever
- and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Old Testament* Isaiah 45:21-25, *or* Isaiah 52:13--53:12
-
- *Psalm* 22:1-21, *or* 22:1-11
-
- *Epistle* Philippians 2:5-11
-
-
- *The Passion Gospel is announced in the following manner*
-
- The Passion of our Lord Jesus Christ according to &mdash..
-
- *The customary reponses before and after the Gospel are omitted.*
-
- <page 273>
-
- *Year A* Matthew 26:36-27:54(55-66) *or* 27:1-54(55-66)
-
- *Year B* Mark 14:32-15:39(40-47) *or* 15:1-39(40-47)
-
- *Year C* Luke 22:39-23:49(50-56) *or* 23:1-49(50-56)
-
- *The Passion Gospel may be read or chanted by different persons.
- Specific roles may be assigned to different persons, the congregation
- taking the part of the crowd.*
-
- *The congregation may be seated for the first part of the Passion. At
- the verse which mentions the arrival at Golgotha (Matthew 27:33,
- Mark 15:22, Luke 23:33) all stand.*
-
- *When the Liturgy of the Palms has preceded, the Nicene Creed and the
- Confession of Sin may be omitted at this service.*
-
- *Preface of Holy Week*
-
- <page 274>
-
-
-
- <Maundy Thursday>
-
- *The Eucharist begins in the usual manner, using the following Collect,
- Psalm, and Lessons*
-
- Almighty Father, whose dear Son, on the night before
- he suffered, instituted the Sacrament of his Body and Blood:
- Mercifully grant that we may receive it thankfully in
- remembrance of Jesus Christ our Lord, who in these holy
- mysteries gives us a pledge of eternal life; and who now lives
- and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever
- and ever. =Amen.=
-
-
- *Old Testament* Exodus 12:1-14a
-
- *Psalm* 78:14-20, 23-25
-
- *Epistle* 1 Corinthians 11:23-26(27-32)
-
- *Gospel* John 13:1-15, *or* Luke 22:14-30
-
-
- *When observed, the ceremony of the washing of feet appropriately
- follows the Gospel and homily.*
-
- *During the ceremony, the following or other words may be
- sung or said*
-
- The Lord Jesus, after he had supped with his disciples and
- had washed their feet, said to them, "Do you know what I,
- your Lord and Master, have done to you? I have given you
- an example, that you should do as I have done."
-
- <page 275>
-
- =Peace is my last gift to you, my own peace I now leave with
- you; peace which the world cannot give, I give to you.=
-
- I give you a new commandment: Love one another as I have
- loved you.
-
- =Peace is my last gift to you, my own peace I now leave with
- you; peace which the world cannot give, I give to you.=
-
- By this shall the world know that you are my disciples: That
- you have love for one another.
-
- *The service continues with the Prayers of the People.*
-
- *Where it is desired to administer Holy Communion from the reserved
- Sacrament on Good Friday, the Sacrament for that purpose is
- consecrated at this service.*
-
- *Preface of Holy Week*
-
- <page 276>
-
-
-
- <Good Friday>
-
- *On this day the ministers enter in silence.*
-
-
- *All then kneel for silent prayer, after which the Celebrant stands and
- begins the liturgy with the Collect of the Day.*
-
-
- *Immediately before the Collect, the Celebrant may say*
-
- Blessed be our God.
-
- *People* For ever and ever. Amen.
-
-
- Let us pray.
-
- Almighty God, we pray you graciously to behold this your
- family, for whom our Lord Jesus Christ was willing to be
- betrayed, and given into the hands of sinners, and to suffer
- death upon the cross; who now lives and reigns with you and
- the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
-
- *Old Testament* Isaiah 52:13--53:12, *or* Genesis 22:1-18, *or*
- Wisdom 2:1, 12-24
-
- *Psalm* 22:1-11(12-21), *or* 40:1-14, *or* 69:1-23
-
- *Epistle* Hebrews 10:1-25
-
-
- *The Passion Gospel is announced in the following manner*
-
- <page 277>
-
- The Passion of our Lord Jesus Christ according to John.
-
- *The customary responses before and after the Gospel are omitted.*
-
-
- John 18:1--19:37 *or* 19:1-37
-
-
- *The Passion Gospel may be read or chanted by lay persons. Specific
- roles may be assigned to different persons, the congregation taking the
- part of the crowd.*
-
-
- *The congregation may be seated for the first part of the Passion. At
- the verse which mentions the arrival at Golgotha (John 19:17) all
- stand.*
-
- *The Sermon follows.*
-
-
- *A hymn may then be sung.*
-
-
- <The Solemn Collects>
-
- *All standing, the Deacon, or other person appointed, says to the
- people*
-
- Dear People of God: Our heavenly Father sent his Son into
- the world, not to condemn the world, but that the world
- through him might be saved; that all who believe in him
- might be delivered from the power of sin and death, and
- become heirs with him of everlasting life.
-
- We pray, therefore, for people everywhere according to their
- needs.
-
-
- *In the biddings which follow, the indented portions may be adapted by
- addition or omission, as appropriate, at the discretion of the
- Celebrant. The people may be directed to stand or kneel.*
-
- *The biddings may be read by a Deacon or other person appointed. The
- Celebrant says the Collects.*
-
- <page 278>
-
- Let us pray for the holy Catholic Church of Christ
- throughout the world;
-
- For its unity in witness and service
-
- For all bishops and otehr ministers and the people whom they serve
-
- For N., our Bishop, and all the people of this diocese
-
- For all Christians in this community
-
- For those about to be baptized (particularly &mdash.)
-
- That God will confirm his Church in faith, increase it in love,
- and preserve it in peace.
-
- *Silence*
-
- 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 member of your holy Church, that in their
- vocation and ministry they may truly and devoutly server you;
- through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. =Amen.=
-
-
- Let us pray for all nations and peoples of the earth, and for
- those in authority among them;
-
- For N., the President of the United States
-
- For the Congress and the Supreme Court
-
- For the Members and Representatives of the United Nations
-
- For all who serve the common good
-
- That by God's help they may seek justice and truth, and live
- in peace and concord.
-
- *Silence*
-
- Almighty God, kindle, we pray, in every heart the true love of
- peace, and guide with your wisdom those who take counsel for
- the nations of the earth; that in tranquility your dominion may
- <page 279>
- increase, until the earth is filled with the knowledge of your
- love; through Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
-
- Let us pray for all who suffer and are afflicted in body or in mind;
-
- For the hungry and the homeless, the destitute and the oppressed
-
- For the sick, the wounded, and the crippled
-
- For those in loneliness, fear, and anguish
-
- For those who face temptation, doubt, and despair
-
- For the sorrowful and bereaved
-
- For prisoners and captives, and those in mortal danger
-
- That God in his mercy will comfort and relieve them, and
- grant them the knowledge of his love, and stir up in us the
- will and patience to minister to their needs.
-
- *Silence*
-
- Gracious God, the comfort of all who sorrow, the strength of
- all who suffer: Let the cry of those in misery and need come
- to you, that they may find your mercy present with them in all
- their afflictions; and give us, we pray, the strength to serve
- them for the sake of him who suffered for us, your Son Jesus
- Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
-
- Let us pray for all who have not received the Gospel of Christ;
-
- For those who have never heard the word of salvation
-
- For those who have lost their faith
-
- For those hardened by sin or indifference
-
- For the contemptuous and the scornful
-
- For those who are enemies of the cross of Christ and persecutors of
- his disciples
-
- For those who in the name of Christ have persecuted others
-
- That God will open their hearts to the truth, and lead them to
- faith and obedience.
-
- <page 280>
-
- *Silence*
-
- Merciful God, Creater of all the peoples of the earth and
- lover of souls: Have compassion on all who do not know you
- as you are revealed in your Son Jesus Christ; let your Gospel
- be preached with grace and power to those who have not
- heard it; turn the hearts of those who resist it; and bring
- home to your fold those who have gone astray; that there
- may be one flock under one shepherd, Jesus Christ our Lord.
- =Amen.=
-
-
- Let us commit ourselves to God, and pray for the grace
- of a holy life, that, with all who have departed this world and
- have died in the peace of Christ, and those whose faith is
- known to God alone, we may be accounted worthy to enter
- into the fullness of the joy of our Lord, and receive the crown
- of life in the day of resurrection.
-
- *Silence*
-
- O God of unchangeable power and eternal light: Look
- favorably on your whole Church, that wonderful and sacred
- mystery; by the effectual working of your providence, carry
- out in tranquility the plan of salvation; let the whole
- world see and know that things which were cast down are being
- raised up, and things which had grown old are being made
- new, and that all things are being brought to their perfection
- by him through whom all things were made, your Son Jesus
- Christ our Lord; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity
- of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *The service may be concluded here with the singing of a hymn or anthem,
- the Lord's Prayer, and the final prayer on page 282.*
-
- <page 281>
-
- *If desired, a wooden cross may now be brought into the church
- and placed in the sight of the people.*
-
- *Appropriate devotions may follow, which may include any or all of the
- following, or other suitable anthems. If the texts are recited rather
- than sung, the congregation reads the parts in italics.*
-
-
- <Anthem 1>
-
- We glory in your cross, O Lord,
- =and praise and glorify your holy resurrection;
- for by virtue of your cross
- joy has come to the whole world.=
-
- May God be merciful to us and bless us,
- show us the light of his countenance, and come to us.
-
- =Let your ways be known upon earth,
- your saving health among all nations.=
-
- Let the peoples praise you, O God;
- let all the peoples praise you.
-
- =We glory in your cross, O Lord,
- and praise and glorify your holy resurrection;
- for by virtue of your cross
- joy has come to the whole world.=
-
-
- <Anthem 2>
-
- We adore you, O Christ, and we bless you,
- =because by your holy cross you have redeemed the world.=
-
- If we have died with him, we shall also live with him;
- if we endure, we shall also reign with him.
-
- <page 282>
-
- =We adore you, O Christ, and we bless you,
- because by your holy cross you have redeemed the world.=
-
-
- <Anthem 3>
-
- O Savior of the world,
- who by thy cross and precious blood hast redeemed us:
- =Save us and help us, we humbly beseech thee, O Lord.=
-
-
- *The hymn "Sing, my tongue, the glorious battle," or some other hymn
- extolling the glory of the cross, is then sung.*
-
-
- *The service may be concluded here with the Lord's Prayer and the final
- prayer below.*
-
- *In the absence of a bishop or priest, all that precedes may be led by a
- deacon or lay reader.*
-
-
- *In places where Holy Communion is to be administered from
- the reserved Sacrament, the following order is observed*
-
- A Confession of Sin
-
- The Lord's Prayer
-
- The Communion
-
- *The service concludes with the following prayer. No blessing or
- dismissal is added.*
-
- Lord Jesus Christ, Son of the living God, we pray you to set
- your passion, cross, and death between your judgment and
- our souls, now and in the hour of our death. Give mercy and
- grace to the living; pardon and rest to the dead; to your holy
- Church peace and concord; and to us sinners everlasting life
- and glory; for with the Father and the Holy Spirit you live
- and reign, one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- <page 283>
-
-
-
- <Holy Saturday>
-
- *There is no celebration of the Eucharist on this day.*
-
- *When there is a Liturgy of the word, the Celebrant begins with the
- Collect of the Day*
-
- O God, Creator of heaven and earth: Grant that, as the
- crucified body of your dear Son was laid in the tomb and
- rested on this holy Sabbath, so we may await with him the
- coming of the third day, and rise with him to newness of
- life; who now lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,
- one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
-
- *Old Testament* Job 14:1-14
-
- *Psalm* 130, *or* 31:1-5
-
- *Epistle* 1 Peter 4:1-8
-
- *Gospel* Matthew 27:57-66, *or* John 19:38-42
-
-
- *After the Gospel (and homily), in place of the Prayers of the People,
- the Anthem "In the midst of life" (page 484 or 492) is sung or said.*
-
- *The service then concludes with the Lord's Prayer and the Grace.*
-
- <page 283>
-
- <page 284>
-
-
- <Concerning the Vigil>
-
- *The Great Vigil, when observed, is the first service of Easter Day. It
- is celebrated at a convenient time between sunset on Holy Saturday and
- sunrise on Easter Morning.*
-
- *The service normally consists of four parts:*
-
- 1. The Service of Light.
-
- 2. The Service of Lessons.
-
- 3. Christian Initiation, or the Renewal of Baptismal Vows.
-
- 4. The Holy Eucharist with the administration of Easter Communion.
-
- *It is customary for all the ordained ministry present, together with
- lay readers, singers, and other persons, to take active parts in the
- service.*
-
- *The bishop, when present, is the chief celebrant, presides at Baptism
- and administers Communion, and normally preaches the sermon.*
-
- *The priests who are present share among them the reading of the
- Collects which follow each Lesson, and assist at Baptism and the
- Eucharist. In the absence of a bishop, a priest presides at the
- service.*
-
- *It is the prerogative of a deacon to carry the Paschal Candle to its
- place, and to chant the Exsultet. Deacons likewise assist at Baptism
- and the Eucharist according to their order.*
-
- *Lay persons should read the Lessons and the Epistle, and assist in
- other ways. A lay person may be assigned to chant the Exsultet. It is
- desirable that each Lesson be read by a different reader.*
-
- *In the absence of a bishop or priest, a deacon or lay reader may lead
- the first two parts of the service, the Renewal of Baptismal Vows, and
- the Ministry of the Word of the Vigil Eucharist, concluding with the
- Prayers of the People, the Lord's Prayer, and the Dismissal.*
-
- *A deacon may also, when the services of a priest cannot be obtained,
- and with the authorization of the bishop, officiate at public Baptism;
- and may administer Easter Communion from the Sacrament previously
- consecrated.*
-
- *When the Vigil is not celebrated, the Service of Light may take place
- at a convenient time before the Liturgy on Easter Day.*
-
- <page 285>
-
-
-
- <The Great Vigil of Easter>
-
-
- <The Lighting of the Paschal Candle>
-
- *In the darkness, fire is kindled; after which the Celebrant may address
- the people in these or similar words*
-
- Dear friends in Christ: On this most holy night, in which our
- Lord Jesus passed over from death to life, the Church invites
- her members, dispersed throughout the world, to gather in
- vigil and prayer. For this is the Passover of the Lord, in which,
- by hearing his Word and celebrating his Sacraments, we share
- in his victory over death.
-
-
- *The Celebrant may say the following prayer*
-
- Let us pray.
-
- O God, through your Son you have bestowed upon your
- people the brightness of your light: Sanctify this new fire, and
- grant that in this Paschal feast we may so burn with heavenly
- desires, that with pure minds we may attain to the festival of
- everlasting light; through Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
-
- *The Paschal Candle is then lighted from the newly kindled fire, and the
- Deacon (the Celebrant if there is no deacon) bearing the Candle, leads
- the procession to the chancel, pausing three times and singing or
- saying*
-
- The light of Christ.
-
- *People* Thanks be to God.
-
- <page 286>
-
- *If candles have been distributed to members of the congregation, they
- are lighted from the Paschal Candle at this time. Other candles and
- lamps in the church, except for those at the Altar, may also be
- lighted.*
-
- *The Paschal Candle placed in its stand.*
-
- *Then the Deacon, or other person appointed, standing near the Candle,
- sings or says the Exsultet, as follows (the indicated sections may be
- omitted)*
-
- Rejoice now, heavenly hosts and choirs of angels,
-
- and let your trumpets shout Salvation
-
- for the victory of our mighty King.
-
-
- Rejoice and sing now, all the round earth,
-
- bright with a glorious splendour,
-
- for darkness has been vanquished by our eternal King.
-
-
- Rejoice and be glad now, Mother Church,
-
- and let your holy courts, in radiant light,
-
- resound with the praises of your people.
-
-
- [[All you who stand near this marvelous and holy flame,
-
- pray with me to God the Almighty
-
- for the grace to sing the worthy praise of this great light;
-
- through Jesus Christ our Lord,
-
- who lives and reigns with him,
-
- in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
-
- one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=]]
-
-
- The Lord be with you.
-
- *Answer* And also with you.
-
- *Deacon* Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.
-
- *Answer* It is right to give him thanks and praise.
-
- *Deacon*
-
- It is truly right and good, always and everywhere, with our
- <page 287>
- whole heart and mind to praise you, the invisible,
- almighty, and eternal God, and your only-begotten Son,
- Jesus Christ our Lord; for he is the true Paschal Lamb, who
- at the feast of the Passover paid for us the debt of Adam's sin,
- and by his blood delivered your faithful people.
-
- This is the night, when you brought our fathers, the children
- of Israel, out of bondage in Egypt, and led them through the
- Red Sea on dry land.
-
- This is the night, when all who believe in Christ are delivered
- from the gloom of sin, and are restored to grace and holiness
- of life.
-
- This is the night, when Christ broke the bonds of death and hell, and
- rose victorious from the grave.
-
- [[How wonderful and beyond our knowing, O God, is your
- mercy and loving-kindness to us, that to redeem a slave, you
- gave a Son.]]
-
- [[How holy is this night, when wickedness is put to flight, and
- sin is washed away. It restores innocence to the fallen, and joy
- to those who mourn. It casts out pride and hatred, and brings
- peace and concord.]]
-
- [[How blessed is this night, when earth and heaven are joined
- and man is reconciled to God.]]
-
- Holy Father, accept our evening sacrifice, the offering of this
- candle in your honor. May it shine continually to drive away
- all darkness. May Christ, the Morning Star who knows no
- setting, find it ever burning--he who gives his light to all
- creation, and who lives and reigns for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *It is customary that the Paschal Candle burn at all services from
- Easter Day through the Day of Pentecost.*
-
- <page 288>
-
-
- <The Liturgy of the Word>
-
- *The Celebrant may introduce the Scripture readings in these or similar
- words*
-
- Let us hear the record of God's saving deeds in history, how
- he saved his people in ages past; and let us pray that our God
- will bring each of us to the fullness of redemption.
-
- *At least two of the following Lessons are read, of which one is always
- the Lesson from Exodus. After each Lesson, the Psalm or Canticle
- listed, or some other suitable psalm, canticle, or hymn may be sung. A
- period of silence may be kept; and the Collect provided, or some other
- suitable Collect, may be said.*
-
-
- *The story of Creation*
-
- Genesis 1:1-2:2
-
- Psalm 33:1-11, *or* Psalm 36:5-10
-
- Let us pray. *(Silence)*
-
- O God, who wonderfully created, and yet more wonderfully
- restored, the dignity of human nature: Grant that we may
- share the divine life of him who humbled himself to share our
- humanity, your Son Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
-
- *The Flood*
-
- Genesis 7:1-5, 11-18; 8:8-18; 9:8-13
-
- Psalm 46
-
- Let us pray. *(Silence)*
-
- <page 289>
-
- Almighty God, you have placed in the skies the sign of your
- covenant with all living things: Grant that we, who are saved
- through water and the Spirit, may worthily offer to you our
- sacrifice of thanksgiving; through Jesus Christ our Lord.
- =Amen.=
-
-
- *Abraham's sacrifice of Isaac*
-
- Genesis 22:1-18
-
- Psalm 33:12-22, *or* Psalm 16
-
- Let us pray. *(Silence)*
-
- God and Father of all believers, for the glory of your Name
- multiply, by the grace of the Paschal sacrament, the number
- of your children; that your Church may rejoice to see fulfilled
- your promise to our father Abraham; through Jesus Christ
- our Lord. =Amen.=
-
-
- *Israel's deliverance at the Red Sea*
-
- Exodus 14:10-15:1
-
- Canticle 8, *The Song of Moses*
-
- Let us pray. *(Silence)*
-
- O God, whose wonderful deeds of old shine forth even to
- our own day, you once delivered by the power of your mighty
- arm your chosen people from slavery under Pharaoh, to be a
- sign for us of the salvation of all nations by the water of
- Baptism: Grant that all the peoples of the earth may be
- numbered among the offspring of Abraham, and rejoice in
- the inheritance of Israel; through Jesus Christ our Lord.
- =Amen.=
-
- <page 290>
-
-
- *God's Presence in a renewed Israel*
-
- Isaiah 4:2-6
-
- Psalm 122
-
- Let us pray. *(Silence)*
-
- O God, you led your ancient people by a pillar of cloud by day
- and a pillar of fire by night: Grant that we, who serve you
- now on earth, may come to the joy of that heavenly Jerusalem,
- where all tears are wiped away and where your saints for ever
- sing your praise; through Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
-
- *Salvation offered freely to all*
-
- Isaiah 55:1-11
-
- Canticle 9, *The First Song of Isaiah, or* Psalm 42:1-7
-
- Let us pray. *(Silence)*
-
- O God, you have created all things by the power of your
- Word, and you renew the earth by your Spirit: Give now the
- water of life to those who thirsd for you, that they may bring
- forth abundant fruit in your glorious kingdom; through Jesus
- Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
-
- *A new heart and a new spirit*
-
- Ezekiel 36:24-28
-
- Psalm 42:1-7, *or* Canticle 9, *The First Song of Isaiah*
-
- Let us pray. *(Silence)*
-
- Almighty and everlasting God, who in the Paschal mystery
- established the new covenant of reconciliation: Grant that all
- <page 291>
- who are reborn into the followship of Christ's Body may show
- forth in their lives what they profess by their faith; through
- Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
-
- *The valley of dry bones*
-
- Ezekiel 37:1-14
-
- Psalm 30, *or* Psalm 143
-
- Let us pray. *(Silence)*
-
- Almighty God, by the Passover of your Son you have brought
- us out of sin into righteousness and out of death into life:
- Grant to those who are sealed by your Holy Spirit the will
- and the power to proclaim you to all the world; through Jesus
- Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
-
- *The gathering of God's people*
-
- Zephaniah 3:12-20
-
- Psalm 98, *or* Psalm 126
-
- Let us pray. *(Silence)*
-
- O God of unchangeable power and eternal light: Look
- favorably on your whole Church, that wonderful and sacred
- mystery; by the effectual working of your providence, carry
- out in tranquillity the plan of salvation; let the whole world
- see and know that things which were cast down are being
- raised up, and things which had grown old are being made
- new, and that all things are being brought to their perfection
- by him through whom all things were made, your Son Jesus
- Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
- <page 292>
-
- *A homily may be preached after any of the preceding Readings.*
-
- *Holy Baptism (beginning with the Presentation of the Candidates,
- page 305, and concluding with the reception of the newly baptized) may
- be administered here or after the Gospel. Confirmation may also be
- administered.*
-
- *The Celebrant may first address the people in these or similar words,
- all standing*
-
- Through the Paschal mystery, dear friends, we are buried
- with Christ by Baptism into his death, and raised with him to
- newness of life. I call upon you, therefore, now that our
- Lenten observance is ended, to renew the solemn promises
- and vows of Holy Baptism, by which we once renounced
- Satan and all his works, and promised to serve God faithfully
- in his holy Catholic Church.
-
-
- <The Renewal of Baptismal Vows>
-
-
- *Celebrant* Do you reaffirm your renunciation of evil and
- renew your commitment to Jesus Christ?
-
- *People* I do.
-
-
- *Celebrant* Do you believe in God the Father?
-
- *People* I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and
- earth.
-
-
- <page 293>
-
- *Celebrant* Do you believe in Jesus Christ, the Son of God?
-
- *People* 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.
-
-
- *Celebrant* Do you believe in God the Holy Spirit?
-
- *People * 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.
-
-
- *Celebrant* Will you continue in the apostles' teaching and
- fellowship, in the breaking of bread, and in the prayers?
-
- *People* I will, with God's help.
-
-
- *Celebrant* Will you persevere in resisting evil, and, whenever you
- fall into sin, repent and return to the Lord
-
- *People* I will, with God's help.
-
-
- *Celebrant* Will you proclaim by word and example the Good News of
- God in Christ?
-
- *People* I will, with God's help.
-
-
- *Celebrant* Will you seek and serve Christ in all persons, loving
- your neighbor as yourself?
-
- *People* I will, with God's help.
-
- <page 294>
-
-
- *Celebrant* Will you strive for justice and peace among all people,
- and respect the dignity of every human being?
-
- *People* I will, with God's help.
-
-
- *The Celebrant concludes the Renewal of Vows as follows*
-
- May Almighty God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who
- has given us a new birth by water and the Holy Spirit, and
- bestowed upon us the forgiveness of sins, keep us in eternal
- life by his grace, in Christ Jesus our Lord. =Amen.=
-
-
- <At the Eucharist>
-
- *The candles at the Altar may now be lighted from the Paschal Candle.*
-
- *One of the following Canticles is then sung. Immediately before the
- Canticle the Celebrant may say to the people*
-
- Alleluia. Christ is risen.
-
- *People* The Lord is risen indeed. Alleluia.
-
- *The Canticles*
-
- Gloria in excelsis
-
- Te Deum laudamus
-
- Pascha nostrum
-
- *The Celebrant then says*
-
- The Lord be with you.
-
- *People* And also with you.
-
- *Celebrant* Let us pray.
-
- <page 295>
-
- *The Celebrant says one of the following Collects*
-
- Almighty God, who for our redemption gave your only-
- begotten Son to the death of the cross, and by his glorious
- resurrection delivered us from the power of our enemy: Grant
- us so to die daily to sin, that we may evermore live with him
- in the joy of his resurrection; through Jesus Christ your Son
- our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,
- one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *or this*
-
- O God, who made this most holy night to shine with the
- glory of the Lord's resurrection: Stir up in your Church that
- Spirit of adoption which is given to us in Baptism, that we,
- being renewed both in body and mind, may worship you
- in sincerity and truth; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives
- and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God,
- now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
-
- *Epistle* Romans 6:3-11
-
- *"Alleluia" may be sung and repeated.*
-
- *Psalm 114, or some other suitable psalm or a hymn may be sung.*
-
- *Gospel* Matthew 28:1-10
-
- *If a sermon or homily was not preached earlier, it follows here.*
-
- *The Nicene Creed is not used at this service*
-
- *Holy Baptism, Confirmation, or the Renewal of Baptismal Vows may
- take place here.*
-
- *The celebration continues with the Prayers of the People.*
-
- *Preface of Easter*
-
-
- <page 297>
-
-
- <Holy Baptism>
-
- <page 298>
-
-
- <Concerning the Service>
-
- *Holy Baptism is full initiation by water and the Holy Spirit into
- Christ's Body the Church. The bond which God establishes in Baptism
- is indissoluble.*
-
- *Holy Baptism is appropriately administered within the Eucharist as the
- chief service on a Sunday or other feast.*
-
- *The bishop, when present, is the celebrant; and is expected to preach
- the Word and preside at Baptism and the Eucharist. At Baptism, the
- bishop officiates at the Presentation and Examination of Candidates;
- says the Thanksgiving over the Water; [consecrates the Chrism;] reads
- the prayer, "Heavenly Father, we thank you that by water and the Holy
- Spirit;" and officiates at what follows.*
-
- *In the absence of a bishop, a priest is the celebrant and presides at
- the service. If a priest uses Chrism in signing the newly baptized, it
- must have been previously consecrated by the bishop.*
-
- *Each candidate for Holy Baptism is to be sponsored by one or more
- baptized persons.*
-
- *Sponsors of adults and older children present their candidates and
- thereby signify their endorsement of the candidates and their intention
- to support them by prayer and example in their Christian life. Sponsors
- of infants, commonly called godparents, present their candidates, make
- promises in their own names, and also take vows on behalf of their
- candidates.*
-
- *It is fitting that parents be included among the godparents of their
- own children. Parents and godparents are to be instructed in the
- meaning of Baptism, in their duties to help the new Christians grow in
- the knowledge and love of God, and in their responsibilities as members
- of his Church.*
-
- *Additional Directions are on page 312.*
-
- <page 299>
-
-
- <Holy Baptism>
-
- *A hymn, psalm, or anthem may be sung.*
-
-
- *The people standing, the Celebrant says*
-
- Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
-
- *People* And blessed be his kingdom, now and for ever. Amen.
-
-
- *In place of the above, from Easter Day through the Day of Pentecost*
-
- *Celebrant* Alleluia. Christ is risen.
-
- *People* The Lord is risen indeed. Alleluia.
-
-
- *In Lent and on other penitential occasions*
-
- *Celebrant* Bless the Lord who forgives all our sins.
-
- *People* His mercy endures for ever.
-
-
- *The Celebrant then continues*
-
- There is one Body and one Spirit;
-
- *People* There is one hope in God's call to us;
-
- *Celebrant* One Lord, one Faith, one Baptism;
-
- *People* One God and Father of all.
-
- *Celebrant* The Lord be with you.
-
- *People* And also with you.
-
- *Celebrant* Let us pray.
-
- <page 300>
-
-
- <The Collect of the Day>
-
- *People* Amen.
-
- *At the principal service on a Sunday or other feast, the Collect and
- Lessons are properly those of the Day. On other occasions, they are
- selected from "At Baptism." (See Additional Directions, page 312.)*
-
-
- <The Lessons>
-
- *The people sit. One or two Lessons, as appointed, are read,
- the Reader first saying*
-
- A Reading (Lesson) from &3em..
-
- *A citation giving chapter and verse may be added.*
-
- *After each Reading, the Reader may say*
-
- The Word of the Lord.
-
- *People* Thanks be to God.
-
- *or the Reader may say* Here ends the Reading (Epistle).
-
- *Silence may follow.*
-
- *A Psalm, hymn, or anthem may follow each Reading.*
-
- *Then, all standing, the Deacon or a Priest reads the Gospel, first
- saying*
-
- The Holy Gospel of Our Lord Jesus Christ
- according to &3em..
-
- *People* Glory to you, Lord Christ.
-
- *After the Gospel, the Reader says*
-
- The Gospel of the Lord.
-
- *People* Praise to you, Lord Christ.
-
- <page 301>
-
- <The Sermon>
-
- *Or the Sermon may be preached after the Peace.*
-
-
-
- <Presentation and Examination
- of the Candidates>
-
- *The Celebrant says*
-
- The Candidate(s) for Holy Baptism will now be presented.
-
-
- <Adults and Older Children>
-
- *The candidates who are able to answer for themselves are presented
- individually by their Sponsors, as follows*
-
- *Sponsor* I present &N. to receive the Sacrament of Baptism.
-
- *The Celebrant asks each candidate when presented*
-
- Do you desire to be baptized?
-
- *Candidate* I do.
-
-
- <Infants and Younger Children>
-
- *Then the candidates who are unable to answer for themselves are
- presented individually by their Parents and Godparents, as follows*
-
- *Parents and Godparents*
-
- I present &N. to receive the Sacrament of Baptism.
-
- <page 302>
-
- *When all have been presented the Celebrant asks the parents and
- godparents*
-
- Will you be responsible for seeing that the child you present
- is brought up in the Christian faith and life?
-
- *Parents and Godparents*
-
- I will, with God's help.
-
- *Celebrant*
-
- Will you by your prayers and witness help this child to grow
- into the full stature of Christ?
-
- *Parents and Godparents*
-
- I will, with God's help.
-
- *The the Celebrant asks the following questions of the candidates who
- can speak for themselves, and of the parents and godparents who speak
- on behalf of the infants and younger children*
-
- *Question* Do you renounce Satan and all the spiritual forces
- of wickedness that rebel against God?
-
- *Answer* I renounce them.
-
- *Question* Do you renounce the evil powers of this world
- which corrupt and destroy the creatures of God?
-
- *Answer* I renounce them.
-
- *Question* Do you renounce all sinful desires that draw you
- from the love of God?
-
- *Answer* I renounce them.
-
- *Question* Do you turn to Jesus Christ and accept him as your Savior?
-
- *Answer* I do.
-
- *Question* Do you put your whole trust in his grace and love?
-
- *Answer* I do.
-
- <page 303>
-
- *Question* Do you promise to follow and obey him as your
- Lord?
-
- *Answer* I do.
-
- [[*When there are others to be presented, the Bishop says*
-
- The other Candidate(s) will now be presented.
-
- *Presenters* I present =these persons= for Confirmation.
-
- *or* I present =these persons= to be received into this
- Communion.
-
- *or* I present =these persons= who =desire= to reaffirm
- =their= baptismal vows.
-
- *The Bishop asks the candidates*
-
- Do you reaffirm your renunciation of evil?
-
- *Candidate* I do.
-
- *Bishop*
-
- Do you renew your commitment to Jesus Christ?
-
- *Candidate*
-
- I do, and with God's grace I will follow him as my Savior
- and Lord.]]
-
- *After all have been presented, the Celebrant addresses the
- congregation, saying*
-
- Will you who witness these vows do all in your
- power to support =these persons= in =their= life in Christ?
-
- *People* We will.
-
- *The Celebrant then says these or similar words*
-
- Let us join with =those= who are committing =themselves= to Christ
- and renew our own baptismal covenant.
-
- <page 304>
-
-
- <The Baptismal Covenant>
-
- *Celebrant* Do you believe in God the Father?
-
- *People* I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and
- earth.
-
- *Celebrant* Do you believe in Jesus Christ, the Son of God?
-
- *People* 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.
-
- *Celebrant* Do you believe in God the Holy Spirit?
-
- *People* 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.
-
- *Celebrant* Will you continue in the apostles' teaching and
- fellowship, in the breaking of bread, and in the prayers?
-
- *People* I will, with God's help.
-
- *Celebrant* Will you persevere in resisting evil, and, whenever you
- fall into sin, repent and return to the Lord.
-
- *People* I will, with God's help.
-
- <page 305>
-
- *Celebrant* Will you proclaim by word and example the Good
- News of God in Christ?
-
- *People* I will, with God's help.
-
- *Celebrant* Will you seek and serve Christ in all persons, loving
- your neighbor as yourself?
-
- *People* I will, with God's help.
-
- *Celebrant* Will you strive for justice and peace among all
- people, and respect the dignity of every human
- being?
-
- *People* I will, with God's help.
-
- <Prayers for the Candidates>
-
- *The Celebrant then says to the congregation*
-
- Let us now pray for =these persons= who are to receive the
- Sacrament of new birth [and for those (this person) who =have= renewed
- =their= commitment to Christ.]
-
- *A Person appointed leads tho following petitions*
-
- *Leader* Deliver =them,= O Lord, from the way of sin and death.
-
- *People* Lord, hear our prayer.
-
- *Leader* Open =their hearts= to your grace and truth.
-
- *People* Lord, hear our prayer.
-
- *Leader* Fill =them= with your holy and life-giving Spirit.
-
- *People* Lord, hear our prayer.
-
- *Leader* Keep =them= in the faith and communion of your holy
- Church.
-
- *People* Lord, hear our prayer.
-
- *Leader* Teach =them= to love others in the power of the Spirit.
-
- *People* Lord, hear our prayer.
-
- <page 306>
-
- *Leader* Send =them= into the world in witness to your love.
-
- *People* Lord, hear our prayer.
-
- *Leader* Bring =them= to the fullness of your peace and glory.
-
- *People* Lord, hear our prayer.
-
- *The Celebrant says*
-
- Grant, O Lord, that all who are baptized into the death
- of Jesus Christ your Son may live in the power of his
- resurrection and look for him to come again in glory; who
- lives and reigns now and forever. =Amen.=
-
- <Thanksgiving over the Water>
-
- *The Celebrant blosses the water, first saying*
-
- The Lord be with you.
-
- *People* And also with you.
-
- *Celebrant* Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.
-
- *People* It is right to give him thanks and praise.
-
- *Celebrant*
-
- We thank you, Almighty God, for the gift of water.
- Over it the Holy Spirit moved in the beginning of creation.
- Through it you led the children of Israel out of their bondage
- in Egypt into the land of promise. In it your Son Jesus
- received the baptism of John and was anointed by the Holy
- Spirit as the Messiah, the Christ, to lead us, throught his death
- and resurrection, from the bondage of sin into everlasting life.
-
- We thank you, Father, for the water of Baptism. In it we are
- buried with Christ in his death. By it we share in his
- resurrection. Through it we are reborn by the Holy Spirit.
- Therefore in joyful obedience to your Son, we bring into his
- <page 307>
- fellowship those who come to him in faith, baptizing them in
- the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
-
- *At the following words, the Celebrant touches the water*
-
- Now sanctify this water, we pray you, by the power of your
- Holy Spirit, that those who here are cleansed from sin and
- born again may continue for ever in the risen life of Jesus
- Christ our Savior.
-
- To him, to you, and to the Holy Spirit, be all honor and
- glory, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- [[<Consecration of the Chrism>
-
- *The Bishop may then consecrate oil of Chrism, placing a hand on
- the vessel of oil, and saying*
-
- Eternal Father, whose blessed Son was anointed by the
- Holy Spirit to be the Savior and servant of all, we pray you
- to consecrate this oil, that those who are sealed with it may
- share in the royal priesthood of Jesus Christ; who lives and
- reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
-
- <The Baptism>
-
- *Each candidate is presented by name to the Celebrant, or to an
- assisting
- priest or deacon, who then immerses, or pours water upon, the
- candidate, saying*
-
- &N., I baptize you in the Name of the Father, and of the Son,
- and of the Holy Spirit. =Amen.=
-
- <page 308>
-
- *When this action has been completed for all candidates, the Bishop or
- Priest, at a place in full sight of the congregation, prays over them,
- saying*
-
- Let us pray.
-
- Heavenly Father, we thank you that by water and the Holy
- Spirit you have bestowed upon =these= your servants the
- forgiveness of sin, and have raised =them= to the new life of
- grace. Sustain =them,= O Lord, in your Holy Spirit. Give =them=
- an inquiring and discerning heart, the courage to will and to
- persevere, a spirit to know and to love you, and the gift of joy
- and wonder in all your works. =Amen.=
-
- *Then the Bishop or Priest places a hand on the person's head, marking
- on the forehead the sign of the cross [using Chrism if desired] and
- saying to each one*
-
- &N., you are sealed by the Holy Spirit in Baptism and marked
- as Christ's own for ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Or this action may be done immediately after the administration of the
- water and before the preceding prayer.*
-
- *When all have been baptized, the Celebrant says*
-
- Let us welcome the newly baptized.
-
- *Celebrant and People*
-
- We receive you into the household of God. Confess the faith
- of Christ crucified, proclaim his resurrection, and share with
- us in his eternal priesthood.
-
- *If Confirmation, Reception, or the Reaffirmation of Baptismal Vows is
- not to follow, the Peace is now exchanged*
-
- *Celebrant* The peace of the Lord be always with you.
-
- *People* And also with you.
-
- <page 309>
-
- <At Confirmation, Reception, or Reaffirmation>
-
- *The Bishop says to the congregation*
-
- Let us now pray for =these persons= who have renewed
- =their= commitment to Christ.
-
- *Silence may be kept.*
-
- *Then the Bishop says*
-
- Almighty God, we thank you that by the death and
- resurrection of your Son Jesus Christ you have overcome sin
- and brought us to yourself, and that by the sealing of your
- Holy Spirit you have bound us to your service. Renew in
- =these= your =servants= the covenant you made with =them= at =their=
- Baptism. Send =them= forth in the power of the Spirit to
- perform the service you set before =them;= 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 Confirmation>
-
- *The Bishop lays hands upon each one and says*
-
- Strengthen, O Lord, your servant &N. with your Holy Spirit;
- empower =him= for your service; and sustain =him= all the days
- of =his= life. Amen.
-
- *or this*
-
- Defend, O Lord, your servant &N. with your heavenly grace,
- that =he= may continue yours for ever, and daily increase in
- your Holy Spirit more and more, until =he= comes to your
- everlasting kingdom. =Amen.=
-
- <page 310>
-
- <For Reception>
-
- &N., we recognize you as a member of the one holy catholic
- and apostolic Church, and we receive you into the fellowship
- of this Communion. God, the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit,
- bless, preserve, and keep you. =Amen.=
-
-
- <For Reaffirmation>
-
- &N., may the Holy Spirit, who has begun a good work in you,
- direct and uphold you in the service of Christ and his
- kingdom. =Amen.=
-
- *Then the Bishop says*
-
- Almighty and everliving God, let your fatherly hand ever
- be over =these= your =servants;= let your Holy Spirit ever be with
- =them;= and so lead =them= in the knowledge and obedience of
- your Word, that =they= may serve you in this life, and dwell
- with you in the life to come; through Jesus Christ our Lord.
- Amen.
-
- *The Peace is then exchanged*
-
- *Bishop* The peace of the Lord be always with you.
-
- *People* And also with you.
-
- <At the Eucharist>
-
- *The service then continues with the Prayers of the People or the
- Offertory of the Eucharist, at which the Bishop, when present, should be
- the princpal Celebrant.*
-
- *Except on Principal Feasts, the Proper Preface of Baptism may be used.*
-
- <page 311>
-
- <Alternative Ending>
-
- *If there is no celebration of the Eucharist, the service continues with
- the Lord's Prayer*
-
- &LordsPrayer.
-
- *The Celebrant then says*
-
- All praise and thanks to you, most merciful Father, for
- adopting us as your own children, for incorporating us into
- your holy Church, and for making us worthy to share in the
- inheritance of the saints in light; through Jesus Christ your
- Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy
- Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *Alms may be received and presented, and other prayers may be added,
- concluding with this prayer*
-
- Almighty God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, from
- whom every family in heaven and earth is named, grant you
- to be strengthened with might by his Holy Spirit, that, Christ
- dwelling in your hearts by faith, you may be filled with all the
- fullness of God. =Amen.=
-
- <page 312>
-
- <Additional Directions>
-
- *Holy Baptism is especially appropriate at the Easter Vigil, on the
- Day of Pentecost, on All Saints' Day or the Sunday after All Saints'
- Day, and on the Feast of the Baptism of our Lord (the First Sunday
- after the Epiphany). It is recommended that, as far as possible,
- Baptisms be reserved for these occasions or when a bishop is
- present.*
-
- *If on any one of the above-named days the ministry of a bishop or
- priest cannot be obtained, the bishop may specially authorize a
- deacon to preside. In that case, the deacon omits the prayer over
- the candidates, page 308, and the formula and action which follow.*
-
- *These omitted portions of the rite may be administered on some
- subsequent occasion of public baptism at which a bishop or priest
- presides.*
-
- *If on the four days listed above there are no candidates for Baptism,
- the Renewal of Baptismal vows, page 292, may take the place of the
- Nicene Creed at the Eucharist.*
-
- *If desired, the hymn Gloria in excelsis may be sung immediately after
- the opening versicles and before the salutation "The Lord be with you."*
-
- *When a bishop is present, or on other occasions for sufficient reason,
- the Collect (page 203 or 254) and one or more of the Lessons provided
- for use at Baptism (page 928) may be substituted for the Proper of the
- Day.*
-
- *Lay persons may act as readers, and it is appropriate for sponsors to
- be assigned this function. The petitions (page 303) map also be led by
- one of the sponsors.*
-
- *The Nicene Creed is not used at this service.*
-
- *If the Presentation of the Candidates does not take place at the font,
- then before or during the petitions (page 305), the ministers,
- candidates, and sponsors go to the font for the Thanksgiving over the
- Water.*
-
- *If the movement to the font is a formal procession, a suitable psalm,
- such as Psalm 42, or a hymn or anthem, may be sung.*
-
- <page 313>
-
- *Where practicable, the font is to be filled with clean water
- immediately before the Thanksgiving over the Water.*
-
- *At the Thanksgiving over the Water, and at the administration of
- Baptism, the celebrant, whenever possible, should face the people across
- the font, and the sponsors should be so grouped that the people may have
- a clear view of the action.*
-
- *After the Baptism, a candle (which may be lifted from the Paschal
- Candle) may be given to each of the newly baptized or to a godparent.*
-
- *It may be found desirable to return to the front of the church for the
- prayer, "Heavenly Father, we thank you that by water and the Holy
- Spirit," and the ceremonies that follow it. A suitable psalm, such as
- Psalm 23, or a hymn or anthem, may be sung during the procession.*
-
- *The oblations of bread and wine at the baptismal Eucharist may be
- presented by the newly baptized or their godparents.*
-
-
- <Conditional Baptism>
-
- *If there is reasonable doubt that a person has been baptized with
- water, "In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy
- Spirit" (which are the essential parts of Baptism), the person is
- baptized in the usual manner, but this form of words is used*
-
- If you are not already baptized, &N., I baptize you in the
- Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
-
-
- <Emergency Baptism>
-
- *In case of emergency, any baptized person may administer Baptism
- according to the following form.*
-
- *Using the given name of the one baptized (if known), pour water on
- him or her, saying*
-
- I baptize you in the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and
- of the Holy Spirit.
-
- <page 314>
-
- The Lord's Prayer is then said.*
-
- *Other prayers, such as the following, may be added
-
- Heavenly Father, we thank you that by water and the Holy
- Spirit you have bestowed on upon this your servant the
- forgiveness of sin and have raised =him= to the new life of
- grace. Strengthen =him,= O Lord, with your presence, enfold
- =him= in the arms of your mercy, and keep =him= safe forever.
-
- *The person who administers emergency Baptism should inform the priest
- of the appropriate parish, so that the fact can be properly recorded.*
-
- *If the baptized person recovers, the Baptism should be recognized
- at a public celebration of the Sacrament with a bishop or priest
- presiding, and the person baptized under emergency conditions,
- together with the sponsors or godparents, taking part in everything
- except the administration of the water.*
-
- <page 315>
-
-
- <The Holy Eucharist>
-
- <The Liturgy for the
- Proclamation of the Word of God and
- Celebration of the Holy Communion>
-
- <page 316>
-
- <An Exhortation>
-
- *This Exhortation may be used, in whole or in part, either during the
- Liturgy or at other times. In the absence of a deacon or priest, this
- Exhortation may be read by a lay person. The people stand or sit.*
-
- Beloved in the Lord: Our Savior Christ, on the night before
- he suffered, instituted the Sacrament of his Body and
- Blood as a sign and pledge of his love, for the continual
- remembrance of the sacrifice of his death, and for a spiritual
- sharing in his risen life. For in these holy Mysteries we are
- made one with Christ, and Christ with us; we are made one
- body in him, and members one of another.
-
- Having in mind, therefore, his great love for us, and in
- obedience to his command, his Church renders to Almighty
- God our heavenly Father never-ending thanks for the
- creation of the world, for his continual providence over us,
- for his love for all mankind, and for the redemption of the
- world by our Savior Christ, who took upon himsely our flesh,
- and humbled himself even to death on the cross, that he
- might make us the children of God by the power of the Holy
- Spirit, and exalt us to everlasting life.
-
- But if we are to share rightly in the celebration of those holy
- Mysteries, and be nourished by that spritual Food, we must remember
- the dignity of that holy Sacrament. I therefore call
- upon you to consider how Saint Paul exhorts all persons to
- prepare themselves carefully before eating of that Bread and
- drinking of that Cup.
-
- For, as the benefit is great, if with penitent hearts and living
- faith we receive the holy Sacrament, so is the danger great, if
- we receive it improperly, not recognizing the Lord's Body.
- Judge yourselves, therefore, lest you me judged by the Lord.
-
- <page 317>
-
- Examine your lives and conduct by the rule of God's
- commandments, that you may perceive wherein you have
- offended in what you have done or left undone, whether in
- thought, word, or deed. And acknowledge your sins before
- Almighty God, with full purpose of amendment of life, being
- ready to make restitution for all injuries and wrongs done by
- you to others; and also being ready to forgive those who have
- offended you, in order that you yourselves may be forgiven.
- And then, being reconciled with one another, come to the
- banquet of that most heavenly Food.
-
- And if, in your preparation, you need help and counsel, then
- go and open your grief to a discreet and understanding priest,
- and confess your sins, that you may receive the benefit of
- absolution, and spiritual counsel and advice; to the removal
- of scruple and doubt, the assurance of pardon, and the
- strengthening of your faith.
-
- To Christ our Lord who loves us, and washed us in his own
- blood, and made us a kingdom of priests to serve his God
- and Father, to him be glory in the Church evermore. Through
- him let us offer continually the sacrifice of praise, which is
- our bounden duty and service, and, with faith in him, come
- boldly before the throne of grace [and humbly confess our
- sins to Almighty God].
-
-
- <The Decalogue: Traditional>
-
- God spake these words, and said:
- I am the Lord thy God who brought thee out of the land of
- Egypt, out of the house of bondage. Thou shalt have none
- other gods but me.
- =Lord have mercy upon us,
- and incline our hearts to keep this law.=
-
- <page 318>
-
- Thou shalt not make to thyself any graven image, nor the
- likeness of any thing that is in heaven above, or in the earth
- beneath, or in the water under the earth; thou shalt not bow
- down to them, nor worship them.
- =Lord have mercy upon us,
- and incline our hearts to keep this law.=
-
- Thou shalt not take the Name of the Lord thy God in vain.
- =Lord have mercy upon us,
- and incline our hearts to keep this law.=
-
- Remember that thou keep holy the Sabbath day.
- =Lord have mercy upon us,
- and incline our hearts to keep this law.=
-
- Honor thy father and thy mother.
- =Lord have mercy upon us,
- and incline our hearts to keep this law.=
-
- Thou shalt do no murder.
- =Lord have mercy upon us,
- and incline our hearts to keep this law.=
-
- Thou shalt not commit adultry.
- =Lord have mercy upon us,
- and incline our hearts to keep this law.=
-
- Thou shalt not steal.
- =Lord have mercy upon us,
- and incline our hearts to keep this law.=
-
- Thous shalt not bear false witness against thy neighbor.
- =Lord have mercy upon us,
- and incline our hearts to keep this law.=
-
- Thou shalt not covet.
- =Lord have mercy upon us,
- and incline our hearts to keep this law.=
-
- <page 319>
-
-
-
- <A Penitential Order: Rite One>
-
- *For use at the beginning of the Liturgy, or as a separate service.*
-
- *A hymn, psalm, or anthem may be sung.*
-
-
- *The people standing, the Celebrant says*
-
- Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
-
- *People* And blessed be his kingdom, now and for ever. Amen.
-
-
- *In place of the above, from Easter Day through the Day of Pentecost*
-
- *Celebrant* Alleluia. Christ is risen.
-
- *People* The Lord is risen indeed. Alleluia.
-
-
- *In Lent and on other penitential occasions*
-
- *Celebrant* Bless the Lord who forgives all our sins.
-
- *People* His mercy endures for ever.
-
-
- *When used as a separate service, the Exhortation, page 316, may be
- read, or a homily preached.*
-
- *The Decalogue, page 317, may be said, the people kneeling.*
-
- *The Celebrant may read one of the following sentences*
-
- Hear what our Lord Jesus saith:
-
- Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with
- all thy soul, and with all thy mind. This is the first and great
- commandment. And the second is like unto it: Thou shalt
- love thy neighbor as thyself. On these two commandments
- hang all the Law and the Prophets. =Matthew 22:37-40=
-
- <page 320>
-
- If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the
- truth is not in us; but if we confess our sins, God is faithful
- and just to forgive our sins, and cleanse us from all
- unrighteousness. =1 John 1:8,9=
-
- Seeing that we have a great heigh priest, that is passed into the
- heavens, Jesus the Son of God, let us come boldly unto the
- throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to
- help in time of need. =Hebrews 4:14,16=
-
-
- *The Deacon or Celebrant then says*
-
- Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.
-
- *Silence may be kept.*
-
-
- *Minister and People*
-
- Most merciful God,we confess that we have sinned against thee
- in thought, word, and deed,
- by what we have done,
- and by what we have left undone.
- We have not loved thee 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 thy will,
- and walk in your ways,
- to the glory of your Name. Amen.
-
- *or this*
-
- Almighty and most merciful Father,
- we have erred and strayed from thy ways like lost sheep,
- we have followed too much the devices and desires of our
- /own hearts,
- <page 321>
- we have offended against thy holy laws,
- we have left undone those things which we ought to
- /have done,
- and we have done those things which we ought not to
- /have done.
- But thou, O Lord, have mercy upon us,
- spare thou those who confess their faults,
- restore thou those who are penitent,
- according to thy promises declared unto mankind
- in Christ Jesus our Lord;
- and grand, O most merciful Father, for his sake,
- that we may hereafter live a godly, righteous, and sober life,
- to the glory of thy holy Name. Amen.
-
-
- *The Bishop when present, or the Priest, stands and says*
-
- The Almighty and merciful Lord grant you absolution and
- remission of all your sins, true repentance, amendment of
- life, and the grace and consolation of his Holy Spirit. =Amen.=
-
- *A deacon or lay person using the preceding form substitutes "us" for
- "you" and "our" for "your."*
-
- *When this Order is used at the beginning of the Liturgy, the service
- continues with the Kyrie eleison, the Trisagion, or the Gloria in
- excelsis.*
-
- *When used separately, it concludes with suitable prayers, and the Grace
- or a blessing.*
-
- <page 322>
-
-
- <Concerning the Celebration>
-
- *It is the bishop's prerogative, when present, to be the principal
- celebrant at the Lord's Table, and to preach the Gospel.*
-
- *At all celebrations of the Liturgy, it is fitting that the principal
- celebrant, whether bishop or priest, be assisted by other priests, and
- by deacons and lay persons.*
-
- *It is appropriate that other priests present stand with the celebrant
- at the Altar, and join in the consecration of the gifts, in breaking the
- Bread, and in distributing Communion.*
-
- *A deacon should read the Gospel and may lead the Prayers of the People.
- Deacons should also serve at the Lord's Table, preparing and placing on
- it the offerings of bread and wine, and assisting in the ministration of
- the sacrament to the people. In the absence of a deacon, these duties
- may be performed by an assisting priest.*
-
- *Lay persons appointed by the celebrant should normally be assigned the
- reading of the Lessons which precede the Gospel, and may lead the
- Prayers of the People.*
-
- *Morning or Evening Prayer may be used in place of all that precedes the
- Peace and the Offertory, provided that a lesson from the Gospel is
- always included, and that the intercessions conform to the directions
- given for the Prayers of the People.*
-
- *Additional Directions are on page 406.*
-
- <page 323>
-
-
-
- <The Holy Eucharist: Rite One>
-
-
- <The Word of God>
-
- *A hymn, psalm, or anthem may be sung.*
-
-
- *The people standing, the Celebrant may say*
-
- Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
-
- *People* And blessed be his kingdom, now and for ever.
- =Amen.=
-
-
- *In place of the above, from Easter Day through the Day of Pentecost*
-
- *Celebrant* Alleluia. Christ is risen.
-
- *People* The Lord is risen indeed. Alleluia.
-
-
- *In Lent and on other penitential occasions*
-
- *Celebrant* Bless the Lord who forgiveth all our sins;
-
- *People* His mercy endureth for ever.
-
-
- *The Celebrant says*
-
- Almighty God, unto whom all hearts are open, all desires
- known, and from whom no secrets are hid: Cleanse the
- thoughts of our hearts by the inspiration of thy Holy Spirit,
- that we may perfectly love thee, and worthily magnify thy
- holy Name; through Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
- <page 324>
-
- *Then the Ten Commandments may be said, or the following*
-
- Hear what our Lord Jesus Christ saith:
-
- Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with
- all thy soul, and with all thy mind. This is the first and great
- commandment. And the second is like unto it: Thou shalt
- love thy neighbor as thyself. On these two commandments
- hang all the Law and the Prophets.
-
-
- *Here is sung or said*
-
- Lord, have mercy upon us.
- =Christ, have mercy upon us.=
- Lordhave mercy upon us.
-
- *or*
-
- Kyrie eleison.
- =Christe eleison.=
- Kyrie eleison.
-
- *or this*
-
- Holy God,
- Holy and Mighty,
- Holy Immortal One,
- =Have mercy upon us.=
-
-
- *When appointed, the following hymn or some other song of praise is sung
- or said, in addition to, or in place of, the preceding, all standing*
-
- Glory be to God on high,
- and on earth peace, good will towards men.
-
- We praise thee, we bless the,
- we worship thee,
- we glorify thee,
- we give thanks to thee for thy great glory,
- O Lord God, heavenly King, God the Father Almighty.
-
- O Lord, the only-begotten Son, Jesus Christ;
- O Lord God, Lamb of God, Son of the Father,
- that takest away the sins of the world,
- have mercy upon us.
- <page 325>
- Thou that takes away the sins of the world,
- receive our prayer.
- Thou that sittest at the right hand of God the Father, have mercy upon
- us.
-
- For thou only art holy;
- thou only art the Lord;
- thou only, O Christ,
- with the Holy Ghost,
- art most high in the glory of God the Father. =Amen.=
-
-
- <The Collect of the Day>
-
-
- *The Celebrant says to the people*
-
- The Lord be with you.
-
- *People* And with thy spirit.
-
- *Celebrant* Let us pray.
-
-
- *The Celebrant says the Collect.*
-
- *People* =Amen.=
-
-
- <The Lessons>
-
- *The people sit. One or two Lessons, as appointed, are read, the Reader
- first saying*
-
- A Reading (Lesson) from &mdash..
-
- *A citation giving chapter and verse may be added.*
-
-
- *After each Reading, the Reader may say
-
- The Word of the Lord.
-
- *People* Thanks be to God.
-
-
- *or the Reader may say* Here endeth the Reading (Epistle).
-
-
- *Silence may follow*
-
-
- *A Psalm, hymn, or anthem may follow each Reading.*
-
-
- *Then, all standing, the Deacon or a Priest reads the Gospel, first
- saying The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to &mdash.*
-
- *People* Glory be to thee, O Lord.
-
-
- *After the Gospel, the Reader says*
-
- The Gospel of the Lord.
-
- *People* Praise be to thee, O Christ.
-
-
- <The Sermon>
-
- *On Sundays and other Major Feasts there follows, all standing The
- Nicene Creed*
-
- We believe in one God,
- the Father, the Almighty,
- maker of heaven and earth,
- of all that is, seen and unseen.
-
- We believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ,
- the only Son of God,
- eternally begotten of the Father,
- God from God, Light from Light,
- true God from true God,
- begotten, not made,
- of one Being with the Father.
- Through him all things were made.
- For us and for our salvation
- he came down from heaven:
- <page 326>
- by the power of the Holy Spirit
- he became incarnate from the Virgin Mary,
- and was made man.
- For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate;
- he suffered death and was buried.
- On the third day he rose again
- in accordance with the Scriptures;
- he ascended into heavan
- and is seated at the right hand of the Father.
- He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead,
- and his kingdom will have no end.
-
- We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life,
- who proceeds from the Father and the Son.
- With the Father and the Son he is worshiped and glorified.
- He has spoken through the Prophets.
- We believe in one holy catholic and apostolic Church.
- We acknowledge one baptism for the forgiveness of sins.
- We look for the resurrection of the dead,
- and the life of the world to come. Amen.
-
- *or this*
-
- I believe in one God,
- the Father Almighty,
- maker of heaven and earth,
- and of all things visible and invisible;
-
- And in one Lord Jesus Christ,
- the only-begotten Son of God,
- begotten of his Father before all worlds,
- God of God, Light of Light,
- very God of very God,
- begotten, not made,
- <page 328>
- being of one substance with the Father;
- by whom all things were made;
- who for us men and for our salvation
- came down from heaven,
- and was incarnate by the Holy Ghost of the Virgin Mary,
- and was made man;
- and was crucified also for us under Pontius Pilate;
- he suffered and was buried;
- and the third day he rose again according to the Scriptures,
- and ascended into heaven,
- and sitteth on the right hand of the Father;
- and he shall come again, with glory,
- to judge both the quick and the dead;
- whose kingdom shall have no end.
- And I believe in the Holy Ghost the Lord, and Giver of Life, who
- proceedeth from the Father and the Son;
- who with the Father and the Son together is worshiped
- and glorified;
- who spake by the Prophets.
- And I believe one holy Catholic and Apostolic Church;
- I acknowledge one Baptism for the remission of sins;
- and I look for the resurrection of the dead,
- and the life of the world to come. =Amen.=
-
-
- <The Prayers of the People>
-
- *Intercession is offered according to the following form, or in
- accordance with the directions on page 383.*
-
-
- *The Deacon or other person appointed says*
-
- Let us pray for the whole state of Christ's Church and the world.
-
-
- *After each paragraph of this prayer, the People may make an appropriate
- response, as directed.*
-
- <page 329>
-
- Almighty and everliving God, who in thy holy Word hast
- taught us to make prayers, and supplications, and to give
- thanks for all men: Receive these our prayers which we offer
- unto thy divine Magesty, beseeching thee to inspire
- continually the Universal Church with the spirit of truth,
- unity, and concord; and grant that all those who do confess
- thy holy Name may agree in the truth of thy holy Word, and
- live in unity and godly love.
-
- Give grace, O heavenly Father, to all bishops and other
- ministers [especially &mdash.], that they may, both by
- their life and doctrine, set forth thy true and lively Word,
- and rightly and duly administer thy holy Sacraments.
-
- And to all thy people give thy heavenly grace, and especially
- to this congregation here present; that, with meek heart and
- due reverence, they may hear and receive thy holy Word,
- truly serving thee in holiness and righteousness all the days
- of their life.
-
- We beseech thee also so to rule the hearts of those who bear
- the authority of government in this and every land [especially
- &mdash.], that they may be led to wise decisions and right
- actions for the welfare and peace of the world.
-
- Open, O Lord, the eyes of all people to behold thy gracious
- hand in all thy works, that, rejoicing in thy whole creation,
- they may honor thee with their substance, and be faithful
- stewards of thy bounty.
-
- And we most humbly beseech thee, of thy goodness, O Lord,
- to comfort and succor [&mdash. and] all those who, in this
- transitory life, are in trouble, sorrow, need, sickness, or any
- other adversity.
-
- <page 329>
-
- *Additional petitions and thanksgivings may be included here.*
-
- And we also bless thy holy Name for all thy servants
- departed this life in thy faith and fear [especially &mdash.],
- beseeching thee to grant them continual growth in thy love
- and service; and to grant us grace so to follow the good
- examples of [&mdash. and of] all thy saints, that with
- them we may be partakers of thy heavenly kingdom.
-
- Grant these our prayers, O Father, for Jesus Christ's sake,
- our only Mediator and Advocate. =Amen.=
-
-
- *If there is no celebration of the Communion, or if a priest is not
- available, the service is concluded as directed page 406.*
-
-
- <Confession of Sin>
-
- *A Confession of Sin is said here if it has not been said earlier. On
- occasion, the Confession may be omitted.*
-
- *The Deacon or Celebrant says the following, or else the Exhortation
- page 316.*
-
- Ye who do truly and earnestly repent you of your sins, and
- are in love and charity with your neighbors, and intend to
- lead a new life, following the commandments of God, and
- walking from henceforth in his holy ways: Draw near with
- faith, and make your humble confession to Almighty God,
- devoutly kneeling.
-
- *or this*
-
- Let us humbly confess our sins unto Almighty God.
-
- *Silence may be kept.*
-
- <page 331>
-
- *Minister and People*
-
- Almighty God,
- Father of our Lord Jesus Christ,
- maker of all things, judge of all men:
- We acknowledge and bewail our manifold sins
- /and wickedness,
- which we from time to time most grievously have committed,
- by thought, word, and deed, against thy divine Majesty,
- provoking most justly thy wrath and indignation against us.
- We do earnestly repent,
- and are heartily sorry for these our misdoings;
- the remembrance of them is grievous unto us,
- the burden of them is intolerable.
- Have mercy upon us,
- have mercy upon us, most merciful Father;
- for thy Son our Lord Jesus Christ's sake,
- forgive us all that is past;
- and grant that we may ever hereafter
- serve and please thee in newness of life,
- to the honor and glory of thy Name;
- through Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
- *or this*
-
- Most merciful God,
- we confess that we have sinned against thee
- in thought, word, and deed,
- by what we have done,
- and by what we have left undone.
- We have not loved thee with our whole heart;
- we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves.
- We are truly sorry and we humbly repent.
- For the sake of thy Son Jesus Christ,
- have mercy on us and forgive us;
- that we may delight in thy will,
- and walk in thy ways,
- to the glory of thy Name. =Amen.=
-
- <page 332>
-
- *The Bishop when present, or the Priest, stands and says*
-
- Almighty God, our heavenly Father, who of his great mercy
- hath promised forgiveness of sins to all those who with
- hearty repentance and true faith turn unto him, have mercy
- upon you, pardon and deliver you from all your sins, confirm
- and strengthen you in all goodness, and bring you to
- everlasting life; through Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
-
- *A Minister may then say one or more of the following sentences, first
- saying*
-
- Hear the Word of God to all who truly turn to him.
-
- Come unto me, all ye that travail and are heavy laden, and I will
- refresh you. =Matthew 11:28=
-
- God so loved the world, that he gave his only-begotten Son,
- to the end that all that believe in him should not perish, but
- have everlasting life. =John 3:16=
-
- This is a true saying, and worthy of all men to be received,
- that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners.
- =I Timothy 1:15=
-
- If any man sin, we have an Advocate with the Father, Jesus
- Christ the righteous; and he is the perfect offering for our
- sins, and not for ours only, but for the sins of the whole
- world. =I John 2:1-2=
-
-
- <The Peace>
-
- *All stand. The Celebrant says to the people*
-
- The peace of the Lord be always with you.
-
- *People* And with thy spirit.
-
-
- *Then the Ministers and People may greet one another in the name of the
- Lord.*
-
- <page 333>
-
-
- <The Holy Communion>
-
- *The Celebrant may begin the Offertory with one of the sentences on
- pages 343-344, or with some other sentence of Scripture.*
-
- *During the Offertory, a hymn, psalm, or anthem may be sung.*
-
- *Representatives of the congregation bring the people's offerings of
- bread and wine, and money or other gifts, to the deacon or celebrant.
- The people stand while the offerings are presented and placed on the
- Altar.*
-
-
- <The Great Thanksgiving>
-
- *An alternative form will be found on page 340.*
-
-
- <Eucharistic Prayer I>
-
- *The people remain standing. The Celebrant, whether bishop or priest,
- faces them and sings or says*
-
- The Lord be with you.
-
- *People* And with thy spirit.
-
- *Celebrant* Lift up your hearts.
-
- *People* We lift them up unto the Lord.
-
- *Celebrant* Let us give thanks unto our Lord God.
-
- *People* It is meet and right so to do.
-
-
- *Then, facing the Holy Table, the Celebrant proceeds*
-
- It is very meet, right, and our bounden duty, that we should
- at all times, and in all places, give thanks unto thee, O Lord,
- holy Father, almighty, everlasting God.
-
- <page 334>
-
- *Here a Proper Preface is sung or said on all Sundays, and on other
- occasions as appointed.*
-
- Therefore with Angels and Archangels, and with all the
- company of heaven, we laud and magnify thy glorious
- Name; evermore praising thee, and saying,
-
- *Celebrant and People*
-
- Holy, holy, holy, Lord God of Hosts:
- Heaven and earth are full of thy Glory.
- Glory be to thee, O Lord Most High.
-
- *Here may be added*
-
- Blessed is he that cometh in the name of the Lord.
- Hosanna in the highest.
-
-
- *The people kneel or stand.*
-
- *Then the Celebrant continues*
-
- All glory be to thee, Almighty God, our heavenly Father, for
- that thou, of thy tender mercy, didst give thine only Son Jesus
- Christ to suffer death upon the cross for our redemption; who
- made there, by his one oblation of himself once offered, a full,
- perfect, and sufficient sacrifice, oblation, and satisfaction, for
- the sins of the whole world; and did institute, and in his holy
- Gospel command us to continue, a perpetual memory of that
- his precious death and sacrifice, until his coming again.
-
- *At the following words concerning the bread, the Celebrant is to hold
- it, or lay a hand upon it; and at the words concerning the cup, to hold
- or place a hand upon the cup and any other vessel containing wine to be
- consecrated*
-
- For in the night in which he was betrayed, he took bread;
- and when he had given thanks, he brake it, and gave it to his
- <page 335>
- disciples, saying, "Take, eat, this is my Body, which is given for
- you. Do this in remembrance of me."
-
- Likewise, after supper, he took the cup; and when he had
- given thanks, he gave it to them, saying, "Drink ye all of this;
- for this is my Blood of the New Testament, which is shed for
- you, and for many, for the remission of sins. Do this, as oft as
- ye shall drink it, in remembrance of me."
-
- Wherefore, O Lord and heavenly Father, according to the
- institution of thy dearly beloved Son our Savior Jesus Christ,
- we, thy humble servants, do celebrate and make here before
- thy divine Majesty, with these thy holy gifts, which we now
- offer unto thee, the memorial thy Son hath commanded us to
- make; having in remembrance his blessed passion and precious
- death, his mighty resurrection and glorious ascension;
- rendering unto thee most hearty thanks for the innumerable
- benefits procured unto us by the same.
-
- And we most humbly beseech thee, O merciful Father, to
- hear us; and, of thy almighty goodness, vouchsafe to bless
- and sanctify, with thy Word and Holy Spirit, these thy gifts
- and creatures of bread and wine; that we, receiving them
- according to thy Son our Savior Jesus Christ's holy institution,
- in remembrance of his death and passion, may be partakers
- of his most blessed Body and Blood.
-
- And we earnestly desire thy fatherly goodness mercifully to
- accept this our sacrifice of praise and thanksgiving; most
- humbly beseeching thee to grant that, by the merits and
- death of thy Son Jesus Christ, and through faith in his blood,
- we, and all thy whole Church, may obtain remission of our
- sins, and all other benefits of his passion.
-
- <page 336>
-
- And here we offer and present unto thee, O Lord, our selves,
- our souls and bodies, to be a reasonable, holy, and living
- sacrifice unto thee; humbly beseeching thee that we, and all
- others who shall be partakers of this Holy Communion, may
- worthily receive the most precious Body and Blood of thy Son
- Jesus Christ, be filled with thy grace and heavenly benediction,
- and made one body with him, that he may dwell in us, and
- we in him.
-
- And although we are unworthy, through our manifold sins,
- to offer unto thee any sacrifice, yet we beseech thee to accept
- this our bounden duty and service, not weighing our merits,
- but pardoning our offences, through Jesus Christ our Lord;
-
- By whom, and with whom, in the unity of the Holy Ghost,
- all honor and glory be unto thee, O Father Almighty, world
- without end. AMEN.
-
-
- And now, as our Savior Christ hath taught us, we are bold
- to say,
-
- *People and Celebrant*
-
- 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.=
-
- <page 337>
-
-
- <The Breaking of the Bread>
-
- *The Celebrant breaks the consecrated Bread.*
-
- *A period of silence is kept.*
-
-
- *Then may be sung or said*
-
- [Alleluia.] Christ our Passover is sacrificed for us;
- Therefore let us keep the feast. [Alleluia.]
-
- *In Lent, Alleluia is omitted, and may be omitted at other times except
- during Easter Season.*
-
- *The following or some other suitable anthem may be sung or said here*
-
- O Lamb of God, that takest away the sins of the world,
- have mercy upon us.
-
- O Lamb of God, that takest away the sins of the world,
- have mercy upon us.
-
- O Lamb of God, that takest away the sins of the world,
- grant us thy peace.
-
-
- *The following prayer may be said. The People may join in saying this
- prayer*
-
- We do not presume to come to this thy Table, O merciful
- Lord, trusting in our own righteousness, but in thy manifold
- and great mercies. We are not worthy so much as to gather
- up the crumbs under thy Table. But thou art the same Lord
- whose property is always to have mercy. Grant us therefore,
- gracious Lord, so to eat the flesh of thy dear Son Jesus Christ,
- and to drink his blood, that we may evermore dwell in him,
- and he in us. =Amen.=
-
- <page 338>
-
- *Facing the people, the Celebrant may say the following Invitation*
-
- The Gifts of God for the People of God.
-
- *and may add*
-
- Take them in remembrance that Christ died for you, and
- feed on him in your hearts by faith, with thanksgiving.
-
- *The ministers receive the Sacrament in both kinds, and then immediately
- deliver it to the people*
-
-
- *The Bread and the Cup are given to the communicants with these words*
-
- The Body of our Lord Jesus Christ, which was given for thee,
- preserve thy body and soul unto everlasting life. Take and eat
- this in remembrance that Christ died for thee, and feed on
- him in thy heart by faith, with thanksgiving.
-
- The Blood of our Lord Jesus Christ, which was shed for thee,
- preserve thy body and soul unto everlasting life. Drink this in
- remembrance that Christ's Blood was shed for thee, and be
- thankful.
-
- *or with these words*
-
- The Body (Blood) of our Lord Jesus Christ keep you in
- everlasting life. [=Amen.=]
-
- *or with these words*
-
- The Body of Christ, the bread of heaven. [=Amen.=]
-
- The Blood of Christ, the cup of salvation. [=Amen.=]
-
-
- *During the ministration of Communion, hymns, psalms, or anthems may be
- sung.*
-
- *When necessary, the Celebrant consecrates additional bread and wine,
- using the form on page 408.*
-
-
- *After Communion, the Celebrant says*
-
- Let us pray.
-
- *The People may join in saying this prayer*
-
- Almighty and everliving God, we most heartily thank thee
- for that thou dost feed us, in these holy mysteries, with the
- spiritual food of the most precious Body and Blood of thy
- Son our Savior Jesus Christ; and dost assure us thereby of
- thy favor and goodness towards us; and that we are very
- members incorporate in the mystical body of thy Son, the
- blessed company of all faithful people; and are also heirs,
- through hope, of thy everlasting kingdom. And we humbly
- beseech thee, O heavenly Father, so to assist us with thy
- grace, that we may continue in that holy fellowship, and do
- all such good works as thou hast prepared for us to walk in;
- through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom with thee and the
- Holy Ghost, be all honor and glory, world without end.
- =Amen.=
-
-
- *The Bishop when present, or the Priest, gives the blessing*
-
- The peace of God, which passeth all understanding, keep
- your hearts and minds in the knowledge and love of God,
- and of his Son Jesus Christ our Lord; and the blessing of
- God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Ghost, be
- amongst you, and remain with you always. =Amen.=
-
- *or this*
-
- The blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the
- Holy Spirit, be upon you and remain with you for ever. =Amen.=
-
-
- *The Deacon, or the Celebrant, may dismiss the people with these words*
-
- Let us go forth in the name of Christ.
-
- *People* Thanks be to God.
-
-
- *or the following*
-
- <page 340>
-
- *Deacon* Go in peace to love and serve the Lord.
-
- *People* Thanks be to God.
-
-
- *or this*
-
- *Deacon* Let us go forth into the world, rejoicing in the power of the
- Spirit.
-
- *People* Thanks be to God.
-
-
- *or this*
-
- *Deacon* Let us bless the Lord.
-
- *People* Thanks be to God.
-
- *From the Easter Vigil through the Day of Pentecost "Alleluia, alleluia"
- may be added to any of the dismissals.*
-
- *The People respond* Thanks be to God. Alleluia, Alleluia.
-
-
- <Alternative Form
- of the Great Thanksgiving>
-
-
- <Eucharistic Prayer II>
-
- *The people remain standing. The Celebrant, whether bishop or priest,
- faces them and sings or says*
-
- The Lord be with you.
-
- *People* And with thy spirit.
-
- *Celebrant* Lift up your hearts.
-
- *People* We lift them up unto the Lord.
-
- *Celebrant* Let us give thanks unto our Lord God.
-
- *People* It is meet and right so to do.
-
- <page 341>
-
- *Then, facing the Holy Table, the Celbrant proceeds*
-
- It is very mee, right, and our bounden duty, that we should
- at all times, and in all places, give thanks unto thee, O Lord,
- holy Father, almighty, everlasting God.
-
-
- *Here a Proper Preface is sung or said on all Sundays, and on other
- occasions as appointed.*
-
- Therefore with Angels and Archangels, and with all the
- company of heaven, we laud and magnify thy glorious
- Name; evermore praising thee, and saying,
-
-
- *Celebrant and People*
-
- Holy, holy, holy, Lord God of Hosts:
- Heaven and earth are full of thy glory.
- Glory be to thee, O Lord Most High.
-
- *Here may be added*
-
- Blessed is he that cometh in the name of the Lord.
- Hosanna in the highest.
-
-
- *The people kneel or stand.*
-
- *Then the Celebrant continues*
-
- All glory be to thee, O Lord our God, for that thou didst
- create heaven and earth, and didst make us in thine own
- image; and, of thy tender mercy, didst give thine only Son
- Jesus Christ to take our nature upon him, and to suffer death
- upon the cross for our redemption. He made there a full and
- perfect sacrifice for the whole world; and did institute, and in
- his holy Gospel command us to continue, a perpetual
- memory of that his precious death and sacrifice, until his
- coming again.
-
- <page 342>
-
- *At the following words concerning the bread, the Celebrant is to hold
- it, or lay a hand upon it; and at the words concerning the cup, to hold
- or place a hand upon the cup and any other vessel containing wine to be
- consecrated*
-
- For in the night in which he was betrayed, he took bread;
- and when he had given thanks to thee, he broke it, and gave it
- to his disciples, saying, "Take, eat, this is my Body, which is
- given for you. Do this in remembrance of me."
-
- Likewise, after supper, he took the cup; and when he had
- given thanks, he gave it to them, saying, "Drink this, all of
- you; for this is my Blood of the New Covenant, which is shed
- for you, and for many, for the remission of sins. Do this, as
- oft as ye shall drink it, in remembrance of me."
-
- Wherefore, O Lord and heavenly Father, we thy people do
- celebrate and make, with these thy holy gifts which we now
- offer unto thee, the memorial thy Son hath commanded us to
- make; having in remembrance his blessed passion and precious
- death, his mighty resurrection and glorious ascension; and
- looking for his coming again with power and great glory.
-
- And we most humbly beseech thee, O merciful Father, to
- hear us, and, with thy Word and Holy Spirit, to bless and
- sanctify these gifts of bread and wine, that they may be unto
- us the Body and Blood of thy dearly-beloved Son Jesus
- Christ.
-
- And we earnestly desire thy fatherly goodness to accept this
- our sacrifice of praise and thanksgiving, whereby we offer
- and present unto thee, O Lord, our selves, our souls and
- bodies. Grant, we beseech thee, that all who partake of this
- Holy Communion may worthily receive the most precious
- Body and Blood of thy Son Jesus Christ, and be filled with
- thy grace and heavenly benediction; and also that we and all
- thy whole Church may be made one body with him, that he
- <page 343>
- may dwell in us, and we in him; through the same Jesus
- Christ our Lord;
-
- By whome, and with whom, and in whom, in the unity of the
- Holy Ghost all honor and glory be unto thee, O Father
- Almighty, world without end. AMEN.
-
- And now, as our Savior Christ hath taught us, we are bold
- to say,
-
- *Continue with the Lord's Prayer, page 336.*
-
-
- <Offertory Sentences>
-
- *One of the following, or some other appropriate sentence of Scripture
- may be used*
-
- Offer to God a sacrifice of thanksgiving, and make good thy
- vows unto the Most High. =Psalm 50:14=
-
- Ascribe to the Lord the honor due his Name; bring offerings
- and come into his courts. =Psalm 96:8=
-
- Walk in love, as Christ loved us and gave himself for us, an
- offering and sacrifice to God. =Ephesians 5:2=
-
- I beseech you, brethren, by the mercies of God, to present
- yourselves as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God,
- which is your spiritual worship. =Romans 12:1=
-
- If thou bring thy gift to the altar, and there rememberest that
- thy brother hath aught against thee, leave there thy gift
- before the altar, and go thy way; first be reconciled to thy
- brother, and then come and offer thy gift. =Matthew 5:23,24=
-
- <page 344>
-
- Through Christ let us continually offer to God the sacrifice of
- praise, that is, the fruit of lips that acknowledge his Name.
- But to do good and to distribute, forget not; for with such
- sacrifices God is well pleased. =Hebrews 13:15,16=
-
- Worthy art thou, O Lord our God, to receive glory and honor
- and power; for thou hast created all things, and by thy will
- they were created and have their being. =Revelation 4:11=
-
- Thine, O Lord, is the greatness, and the power, and the glory,
- and the victory, and the majesty. For all that is in the heaven
- and in the earth is thine. Thine is the kingdom, O Lord, and
- thou art exalted as head above all. =1 Chronicles 29:11=
-
- *or this bidding*
-
- Let us with gladness present the offerings and oblations of
- our life and labor to the Lord.
-
-
- <Proper Prefaces>
-
-
- <Preface of the Lord's Day>
-
- *To be used on Sundays as appointed, but not on the succeeding weekdays*
-
- =1. Of God the Father=
-
- Creator of the light and source of life, who hast made us in
- thine image, and called us to new life in Jesus Christ our
- Lord.
-
- *or the following*
-
- <page 345>
-
-
- =2. Of God the Son=
-
- Through Jesus Christ our Lord; who on the first day of the
- week overcame death and the grave, and by his glorious
- resurrection opened to us the way of everlasting life.
-
- *or this*
-
-
- =3. Of God the Holy Spirit=
-
- Who by water and the Holy Spirit hast made us a new people
- in Jesus Christ our Lord, to show forth thy glory in all the
- world.
-
-
- <Prefaces for Seasons>
-
- *To be used on Sundays and weekdays alike, except as otherwise
- appointed for Holy Days and Various Occasions*
-
-
- =Advent=
-
- Because thou didst send thy beloved Son to redeem us from
- sin and death, and to make us heirs in him of everlasting life;
- that when he shall come again in power and great triumph to
- judge the world, we man without shame or fear rejoice to
- behold his appearing.
-
-
- =Incarnation=
-
- Because thou didst give Jesus Christ, thine only Son, to be
- born for us; who, by the mighty power of the Holy Ghost,
- was made very Man of the substance of the Virgin Mary his
- mother; that we might be delivered from the bondage of sin,
- and receive power to become thy children.
-
- <page 346>
-
-
- =Epiphany=
-
- Because in the mystery of the Word made flesh, thou hast
- caused a new light to shine in our hearts, to give the knowledge
- of thy glory in the face of thy Son Jesus Christ our Lord.
-
-
- =Lent=
-
- Through Jesus Christ our Lord; who was in every way
- tempted as we are, yet did not sin; wy whose grace we are
- able to triumph over every evil, and to live no longer unto
- outselves, but unto him who died for us and rose again.
-
- *or this*
-
- Who dost bid thy faithful people cleanse their hearts, and
- prepare with joy for the Paschal feast; that, fervent in prayer
- and in works of mercy, and renewed by thy Word and
- Sacraments, they may come to the fulness of grace which
- thou hast prepared for those who love thee.
-
-
- =Holy Week=
-
- Through Jesus Christ our Lord; who for our sins was lifted
- high upon the cross, that he might draw the whole world to
- himself; who by his suffering and death became the author of
- eternal salvation for all who put their trust in him.
-
-
- =Easter=
-
- But chiefly are we bound to praise thee for the glorious
- resurrection of thy Son Jesus Christ our Lord; for he is the
- very Paschal Lamb, who was sacrificed for us, and hath
- taken away the sin of the world; who by his death hath
- destroyed death, and by his rising to life again hath won for
- us everlasting life.
-
- <page 347>
-
-
- =Ascension=
-
- Through thy dearly beloved Son Jesus Christ our Lord; who
- after his glorious resurrection manifestly appeared to his
- disciples; and in their sight ascended into heaven, to prepare
- a place for us; that where he is, there we might also be, and
- reign with him in glory.
-
-
- =Pentecost=
-
- Through Jesus Christ our Lord; according to whose true
- promise the Holy Ghost came down [on this day] from
- heaven, lighting upon the disciples, to teach them and to lead
- them into all truth; uniting peoples of many tongues in the
- confession of one faith, and giving to thy Church the power
- to serve thee as a royal priesthood, and to preach the Gospel
- to all nations.
-
-
- <Prefaces for Other Occasions>
-
-
- =Trinity Sunday=
-
- For with thy co-eternal Son and Holy Spirit, thou art one God,
- one Lord, in Trinity of Persons and in Unity of Substance;
- and we celebrate the one and equal glory of thee, O Father,
- and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
-
-
- =All Saints=
-
- Who, in the multitude of thy saints, hast compassed us about
- with so great a cloud of witnesses, that we, rejoicing in their
- fellowship, may run with patience the race that is set before
- us; and, together with them, may receive the crown of glory
- that fadeth not away.
-
- <page 348>
-
-
- =A Saint=
-
- For the wonderful grace and virtue declared in all thy saints,
- who have been chosen vessels of thy grace, and the lights
- of the world in their generations.
-
- *or this*
-
- Who in the obedience of thy saints hast given us an example
- of righteousness, and in their eternal joy a glorious pledge of
- the hope of our calling.
-
- *or this*
-
- Because thou are greatly glorified in the assembly of thy saints.
- All thy creatures praise thee, and thy faithful servants bless
- thee, confessing before the rulers of this world the great Name
- of thine only Son.
-
-
- =Apostles and Ordinations=
-
- Through the great shepherd of thy flock, Jesus Christ our
- Lord; who after his resurrection sent forth his apostles to
- preach the Gospel and to teach all nations; and promised to
- be with them always, even unto the end of the ages.
-
-
- =Dedication of a Church=
-
- Through Jesus Christ our great High Priest; in whom we are
- build up as living stones of a holy temple, that we might offer
- before thee a sacrifice of praise and prayer which is holy and
- pleasing in thy sight.
-
-
- =Baptism=
-
- Because in Jesus Christ our Lord thou hast received us as thy
- sons and daughters, made us citizens of thy kingdom, and
- given us the Holy Spirit to guide us into all truth.
-
- <page 349>
-
-
- =Marriage=
-
- Because in the love of wife and husband, thou hast given us
- an image of the heavenly Jerusalem, adorned as a bride for
- her bridegroom, thy Son Jesus Christ our Lord; who loveth
- her and gave himself for her, that he might make the whole
- creation new.
-
-
- =Commemoration of the Dead=
-
- Through Jesus Christ our Lord; who rose victorious from the
- dead, and doth comfort us with the blessed hope of
- everlasting life; for to thy faithful people, O Lord, life is
- changed, not ended; and when our mortal body doth lie in
- death, there is prepared for us a dwelling place eternal in the
- heavens.
-
- <page 350>
-
-
- <The Decalogue: Contemporary>
-
- Hear the commandments of God to his people:
-
- I am the Lord your God who brought you out of bondage.
- You shall have no other gods but me.
- =Amen. Lord have mercy.=
-
- You shall not make for yourself any idol.
- =Amen. Lord have mercy.=
-
- You shall not invoke with malice the Name of the Lord your God.
- =Amen. Lord have mercy.=
-
- Remember the Sabbath day and keep it holy.
- =Amen. Lord have mercy.=
-
- Honor your father and your mother.
- =Amen. Lord have mercy.=
-
- You shall not commit murder.
- =Amen. Lord have mercy.=
-
- You shall not commit adultery.
- =Amen. Lord have mercy.=
-
- You shall not steal.
- =Amen. Lord have mercy.=
-
- You shall not be a false witness.
- =Amen. Lord have mercy.=
-
- You shall not covet anything that belongs to your neighbor.
- =Amen. Lord have mercy.=
-
- <page 351>
-
-
- <A Penitential Order: Rite Two>
-
- *For use at the beginning of the Liturgy, or as a separate service.*
-
- *A hymn, psalm, or anthem may be sung.*
-
- *The people standing, the Celebrant says*
-
- Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
-
- *People* And blessed be his kingdom, now and for ever. Amen.
-
-
- *In place of the above, from Easter Day through the Day of Pentecost*
-
- *Celebrant* Alleluia. Christ is risen.
-
- *People* The Lord is risen indeed. Alleluia.
-
-
- *In Lent and on other penitential occasions*
-
- *Celebrant* Bless the Lord who forgives all our sins.
-
- *People* His mercy endures for ever.
-
-
- *When used as a separate service, the Exhortation, page 316, may be
- read, or a homily preached.*
-
- *The Decalogue may be said, the people kneeling.*
-
- *The Celebrant may read one of the following sentences*
-
- Jesus said, "The first commandments is this: Hear, O Israel:
- The Lord your God is the only Lord. Love the Lord your
- God with all your heart, with all your soul, with all your
- mind, and with all your strength. The second is this: Love
- your neighbor as yourself. There is no commandment
- greater than these." =Mark 12:29-31=
-
- <page 352>
-
- If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the
- truth is not in us. But if we confess our sins, God, who is
- faithful and just, will forgive our sins and cleanse us from all
- unrighteousness. =1 John 1:8,9=
-
- Since we have a great high priest who has pased through the
- heavens, Jesus, the Son of God, let us with confidence draw
- near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and
- find grace to help in time of need. =Hebrews 4:14,16=
-
-
- *The Deacon or Celebrant then says*
-
- Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.
-
- *Silence may be kept.*
-
-
- *Minister and People*
-
- 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.
-
- <page 353>
-
- *The Bishop when present, or the Priest, stands and says*
-
- Almighty God have mercy on you, forgive you all your sins
- through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen you in all
- goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep you
- in eternal life. =Amen.=
-
- *A deacon or lay person using the preceding form substitutes "us" for
- "you" and "our" for "your."*
-
- *When this Order is used at the beginning of the Liturgy, the service
- continues with the Gloria in excelsis, the Kyrie eleison, or the
- Trisagion.*
-
- *When used separately, it concludes with suitable prayers, and the Grace
- or a blessing.*
-
- <page 354>
-
-
- <Concerning the Celebration>
-
- *It is the bishop's prerogative, when present, to be the principal
- celebrant at the Lord's Table, and to preach the Gospel.*
-
- *At all celebrations of the Liturgy, it is fitting that the principal
- celebrant, whether bishop or priest, be assisted by other priests, and
- by deacons and lay persons.*
-
- *It is appropriate that other priests present stand with the celebrant
- at the Altar, and join in the consecration of the gifts, in breaking the
- Bread, and in distributing Communion.*
-
- *A deacon should read the Gospel and may lead the Prayers of the People.
- Deacons should also serve at the Lord's Table, preparing and placing on
- it the offerings of bread and wine, and assisting in the ministration of
- the sacrament to the people. In the absence of a deacon, these duties
- may be performed by an assisting priest.*
-
- *Lay persons appointed by the celebrant should normally be assigned the
- reading of the Lessons which precede the Gospel, and may lead the
- Prayers of the People.*
-
- *Morning or Evening Prayer may be used in place of all that precedes the
- Peace and the Offertory, provided that a lesson from the Gospel is
- always included, and that the intercessions conform to the directions
- given for the Prayers of the People.*
-
- *Additional Directions are on page 406.*
-
- <page 355>
-
-
-
- The Holy Eucharist: Rite Two>
-
-
- <The Word of God>
-
- *A hymn, psalm, or anthem may be sung.*
-
- *The people standing, the Celebrant says*
-
- Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
-
- *People* And blessed be his kingdom, now and for ever.
- Amen.
-
-
- *In place of the above, from Easter Day through the Day of Pentecost*
-
- *Celebrant* Alleluia. Christ is risen.
-
- *People* The Lord is risen indeed. Alleluia.
-
-
- *In Lent and on other penitential occasions*
-
- *Celebrant* Bless the Lord who forgives all our sins.
-
- *People* His mercy endures for ever.
-
-
- *The Celebrant may say*
-
- Almighty God, to you all hearts are open, all desires known,
- and from you no secrets are hid: Cleanse the thoughts of our
- hearts by the inspiration of your Holy Spirit, that we may
- perfectly love you, and worthily magnify your holy Name;
- through Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
- <page 355>
-
- *When appointed, the following hymn or some other song of praise is sung
- or said, all standing*
-
- 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.
-
-
- *On other occasions the following is used*
-
- Lord, have mercy.
- =Christ, have mercy.=
- Lord, have mercy.
-
- *or this*
-
- Holy God,
- Holy and Mighty,
- Holy Immortal One,
- =Have mercy upon us.=
-
- <page 357>
-
-
- <The Collect of the Day>
-
- *The Celebrant says to the people*
-
- The Lord be with you.
-
- *People* And also with you.
-
- *Celebrant* Let us pray.
-
-
- *The Celebrant says the Collect.*
-
- *People* Amen.
-
-
- <The Lessons>
-
- *The people sit. One or two Lessons, as appointed, are read,
- the Reader first saying*
-
- A Reading (Lesson) from &mdash..
-
- *A citation giving chapter and verse may be added.*
-
-
- *After each Reading, the Reader may say*
-
- The Word of the Lord.
-
- *People* Thanks be to God.
-
- *or the Reader may say* Here ends the Reading (Epistle).
-
- *Silence may follow.*
-
-
- *A Psalm, hymn, or anthem may follow each Reading.*
-
-
- *Then, all standing, the Deacon or a Priest reads the Gospel, first
- saying*
-
- The Holy Gospel of Our Lord Jesus Christ
- according to &mdash..
-
- *People* Glory to you, Lord Christ.
-
- <page 358>
-
- *After the Gospel, the Reader says*
-
- The Gospel of the Lord.
- *People* Praise to you, Lord Christ.
-
-
- <The Sermon>
-
-
- *On Sundays and other Major Feasts there follows, all standing*
-
-
- <The Nicene Creed>
-
- We believe in one God,
- the Father, the Almighty,
- maker of heaven and earth,
- of all that is, seen and unseen.
-
- We believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ,
- the only Son of God,
- eternally begotten of the Father,
- God from God, Light from Light,
- true God from true God,
- begotten, not made,
- of one Being with the Father.
- Through him all things were made.
- For us and for our salvation
- he came down from heaven:
- by the power of the Holy Spirit
- he became incarnate from the Virgin Mary,
- and was made man.
- For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate;
- he suffered death and was buried.
- On the third day he rose again
- in accordance with the Scriptures;
- he ascended into heaven
- and is seated at the right hand of the Father.
- <page 359>
- He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead,
- and his kingdom will have no end.
-
- We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life,
- who proceeds from the Father and the Son.
- With the Father and the Son he is worshiped and glorified.
- He has spoken through the Prophets.
- We believe in one holy catholic and apostolic Church.
- We acknowledge one baptism for the forgiveness of sins.
- We look for the resurrection of the dead,
- and the life of the world to come. Amen.
-
-
- <The Prayers of the People>
-
- *Prayer is offered with intercession for
-
- The Universal Church, its members, and its mission
-
- The Nation and all in authority
-
- The welfare of the world
-
- The concerns of the local community
-
- Those who suffer and those in any trouble
-
- The departed (with commemoration of a saint when appropriate)*
-
- *See the forms beginning on page 383.*
-
- *If there is no celebration of the Communion, or if a priest is not
- available, the service is concluded as directed on page 406.*
-
-
- <Confession of Sin>
-
- *A Confession of Sin is said here if it has not been said earlier. On
- occasion, the Confession may be omitted.*
-
- *One of the sentences from the Penitential Order on page 351 may be
- said.*
-
- <page 360>
-
- *The Deacon or Celebrant says*
-
- Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.
-
- *Silence may be kept.*
-
- *Minister and People*
-
- 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.
-
-
- *The Bishop, when present, or the Priest, stands and says*
-
- Almighty God have mercy on you, forgive you all your sins
- through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen you in all
- goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep you in
- eternal life. =Amen.=
-
-
- <The Peace>
-
- *All stand. The Celebrant says to the people*
-
- The peace of the Lord be always with you.
-
- *People* And also with you.
-
- *Then the Ministers and People may greet one another in the name of the
- Lord.*
-
- <page 363>
-
-
- <The Holy Communion>
-
- *The Celebrant may begin the Offertory with one of the sentences on page
- 376, or with some other sentence of Scripture.*
-
- *During the Offertory, a hymn, psalm, or anthem may be sung.*
-
- *Representatives of the congregation bring the people's offerings of
- bread and wine, and money or other gifts, to the deacon or celebrant.
- The people stand while the offerings are presented and placed on the
- Altar.*
-
-
- <The Great Thanksgiving>
-
- *Alternative forms will be found on page 367 and following.*
-
-
- <Eucharistic Prayer A>
-
- *The people remain standing. The Celebrant, whether bishop or priest,
- faces them and sings or says*
-
- The Lord be with you.
-
- *People* And also with you.
-
- *Celebrant* Lift up your hearts.
-
- *People* We lift them to the Lord.
-
- *Celebrant* Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.
-
- *People* It is right to give him thanks and praise.
-
-
- *Then, facing the Holy Table, the Celebrant proceeds*
-
- It is right, and a good and joyful thing, always and every-
- where to give thanks to you, Father Almighty, Creator of
- heaven and earth.
-
- *Here a Proper Preface is sung or said on all Sundays, and on other
- occasions as appointed.*
-
- <page 362>
-
- Therefore we praise you, joining our voices with Angels and
- Archangels and with all the company of heaven, who for ever
- sing this hymn to proclaim the glory of your Name:
-
-
- *Celebrant and People*
-
- Holy, Holy, Holy Lord, God of power and might,
- heaven and earth are full of your glory.
- Hosanna in the highest.
- Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord.
- Hosanna in the highest.
-
- *The people stand or kneel.*
-
-
- *Then the Celebrant continues*
-
- Holy and gracious Father: In your infinite love you made us
- for yourself, and, when we had fallen into sin and become
- subject to evil and death, you, in your mercy, sent Jesus
- Christ, your only and eternal Son, to share our human
- nature, to live and die as one of us, to reconcile us to you, the
- God and Father of all.
-
- He stretched out his arms upon the cross, and offered himself,
- in obedience to your will, a perfect sacrifice for the whole
- world.
-
- *At the following words concerning the bread, the Celebrant is to hold
- it, or to lay a hand upon it; and at the words concerning the cup, to
- hold or place a hand upon the cup and any other vessel containing wine
- to be consecrated.*
-
- On the night he was handed over to suffering and death, our
- Lord Jesus Christ took bread; and when he had given thanks
- to you, he broke it, and gave it to his disciples, and said, "Take,
- eat: This is my Body, which is given for you. Do this for the
- remembrance of me."
-
- <page 363>
-
- After supper he took the cup of wine; and when he had given
- thanks, he gave it to them, and said, "Drink this, all of you:
- This is my Blood of the new Covenant, which is shed for you
- and for many for the forgiveness of sins. Whenever you drink
- it, do this for the remembrance of me."
-
- Therefore we proclaim the mystery of faith:
-
- *Celebrant and People*
-
- Christ has died.
-
- Christ is risen.
-
- Christ will come again.
-
-
- *The Celebrant continues*
-
- We celebrate the memorial of our redemption, O Father, in
- this sacrifice of praise and thanksgiving. Recalling his death,
- resurrection, and ascension, we offer you these gifts.
-
- Sanctify them by your Holy Spirit to be for your people the
- Body and Blood of your Son, the holy food and drink of new
- and unending life in him. Sanctify us also that we may faithfully
- receive this holy Sacrament, and serve you in unity, constancy,
- and peace; and at the last day bring us with all your saints
- into the joy of your eternal kingdom.
-
- All this we ask through your Son Jesus Christ: By him, and
- with him, and in him, in the unity of the Holy Spirit all honor
- and glory is yours, Almighty Father, now and for ever. =AMEN.=
-
- And now, as our Savior
- Christ has taught us,
- we are bold to day,
-
- <parallel column>
-
- As our Savior Christ
- has taught us,
- we now pray,
-
- <page 364>
-
-
- *People and Celebrant*
-
- Our Father, who art in heaven,
- hallowed by 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.
-
- <parallel column>
-
- 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 Breaking of the Bread>
-
- *The Celebrant breaks the consecrated Bread.*
-
- *A period of silence is kept.*
-
- *Then may be sung or said*
-
- [Alleluia.] Christ our Passover is sacrificed for us;
- =Therefore let us keep the feast. [Alleluia.]=
-
- *In Lent, Alleluia is omitted, and may be omitted at other times except
- during Easter Season.*
-
- *In place of, or in addition to, the preceding, some other suitable
- anthem may be used.*
-
- *Facing the people, the Celebrant says the following Invitation*
-
- The Gifts of God for the People of God.
-
- <page 365>
-
- *and may add*
-
- Take them in remembrance that Christ died for you, and
- feed on him in your hearts by faith,
- with thanksgiving.
-
- *The ministers receive the Sacrament in both kinds, and then immediately
- deliver it to the people.*
-
- *The Bread and the Cup are given to the communicants with these words*
-
- The Body (Blood) of our Lord Jesus Christ keep you in
- everlasting life. [=Amen.=]
-
- *or with these words*
-
- The Body of Christ, the bread of heaven. [=Amen.=]
-
- The Blood of Christ, the cup of salvation. [=Amen.=]
-
- *During the ministration of Communion, hymns, psalms, or anthems may be
- sung.*
-
- *When necessary, the Celebrant consecrates additional bread and wine,
- using the form on page 408.*
-
- *After Communion, the Celebrant says*
-
- Let us pray.
-
- *Celebrant and People*
-
- Eternal God, heavenly Father,
- you have graciously accepted us as living members
- of your Son our Savior Jesus Christ,
- and you have fed us with spiritual food
- in the Sacrament of his Body and Blood.
- Send us now into the world in peace,
- and grant us strength and courage
- to love and serve you
- with gladness and singleness of heart;
- through Christ our Lord. Amen.
-
- *or the following*
-
- <page 366>
-
- Almighty and everliving God,
- we thank you for feeding us with the spiritual food
- of the most precious Body and Blood
- of your Son our Savior Jesus Christ;
- and for assuring us in these holy mysteries
- that we are living members of the Body of your Son,
- and heirs of your eternal kingdom.
- And now, Father, send us out
- to do the work you have given us to do,
- to love and serve you
- as faithful witnesses of Christ our Lord.
- To him, to you, and to the Holy Spirit,
- be honor and glory, now and for ever. Amen.
-
- *The Bishop, when present, or the Priest, may bless the people.*
-
-
- *The Deacon, or the Celebrant, dismisses them with these words*
-
- Let us go forth in the name of Christ.
-
- *People* Thanks be to God.
-
- *or this*
-
- *Deacon* Go in peace to love and serve the Lord.
-
- *People* Thanks be to God.
-
- *or this*
-
- *Deacon* Let us go forth into the world,
- rejoicing in the power of the Spirit.
-
- *People* Thanks be to God.
-
- *or this*
-
- *Deacon* Let us bless the Lord.
-
- *People* Thanks be to God.
-
- *From the Easter Vigil through the Day of Pentecost "Alleluia, alleluia"
- may be added to any of the dismissals.*
-
- *The People respond* Thanks be to God. Alleluia, alleluia.
-
- <page 367>
-
-
- <Alternative Forms
- of the Great Thanksgiving>
-
-
- <Eucharistic Prayer B>
-
- *The people remain standing. The Celebrant, whether bishop or priest,
- faces them and says*
-
- The Lord be with you.
-
- *People* And also with you.
-
- *Celebrant* Lift up your hearts.
-
- *People* We lift them to the Lord.
-
- *Celebrant* Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.
-
- *People* It is right to give him thanks and praise.
-
-
- *Then, facing the Holy Table, the Celebrant proceeds*
-
- It is right, and a good and joyful thing, always and every-
- where to give thanks to you, Father Almighty, Creator of
- heaven and earth.
-
- *Here a Proper Preface is sung or said on all Sundays, and on other
- occasions as appointed.*
-
- Therefore we praise you, joining our voices with Angels and
- Archangels and with all the company of heaven, who for ever
- sing this hymn to proclaim the glory of your Name:
-
- *Celebrant and People*
-
- Holy, Holy, Holy Lord, God of power and might,
- heaven and earth are full of your glory.
- Hosanna in the highest.
- Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord.
- Hosanna in the highest.
-
- <page 368>
-
- *The people stand or kneel.*
-
- *Then the Celebrant continues*
-
- We give thanks to you, O God, for the goodness and love
- which you have made known to us in creation; in the calling
- of Israel to be your people; in your Word spoken through the
- prophets; and above all in the Word made flesh, Jesus, your
- Son. For in these last days you sent him to be incarnate from
- the Virgin Mary, to be the Savior and Redeemer of the world.
- In him, you have delivered us from evil, and made us worthy
- to stand before you. In him, you have brought us out of error
- into truth, out of sin into righteousness, out of death into life.
-
- *At the following words concerning the bread, the Celebrant is to hold
- it, or to lay a hand upon it; and at the words concerning the cup, to
- hold or place a hand upon the cup and any other vessel containing wine
- to be consecrated.*
-
- On the night before he died for us, our Lord Jesus Christ took
- bread; and when he had given thanks to you, he broke it, and
- gave it to his disciples, and said, "Take, eat: This is my Body,
- which is given for you. Do this for the remembrance of me."
-
- After supper he took the cup of wine; and when he had given
- thanks, he gave it to them, and said, "Drink this, all of you:
- This is my Blood of the new Covenant, which is shed for you
- and for many for the forgiveness of sins. Whenever you drink
- it, do this for the remembrance of me."
-
- Therefore, according to his command, O Father,
-
- *Celebrant and People*
-
- We remember his death,
- We proclaim his resurrection,
- We await his coming in glory;
-
- <page 369>
-
- *The Celebrant continues*
-
- And we offer our sacrifice of praise and thanksgiving to you,
- O Lord of all; presenting to you, from your creation, this
- bread and this wine.
-
- We pray you, gracious God, to send your Holy Spirit upon
- these gifts that they may be the Sacrament of the Body of
- Christ and his Blood of the new Covenant. Unite us to your
- Son in his sacrifice, that we may be acceptable through him,
- being sanctified by the Holy Spirit. In the fullness of time,
- put all things in subjection under your Christ, and bring us to
- that heavenly country where, with [&mdash. and] all your
- saints, we may enter the everlasting heritage of your sons and
- daughters; through Jesus Christ our Lord, the firstborn of all
- creation, the head of the Church, and the author of our
- salvation.
-
- By him, and with him, and in him, in the unity of the Holy
- Spirit all honor and glory is yours, Almighty Father, now and
- for ever. =AMEN.=
-
- And now, as our Savior
- Christ has taught us,
- we are bold to say,
-
- <parallel column>
-
- As our Savior Christ
- has taught us,
- we now pray,
-
- *Continue with the Lord's Prayer on page 364.*
-
-
- <Eucharistic Prayer C>
-
- *In this prayer, the lines in italics are spoken by the People.*
-
- *The Celebrant, whether bishop or priest, faces them and sings or says*
-
- The Lord be with you.
- =And also with you.=
-
- <page 370>
-
- Lift up your hearts.
- =We lift them to the Lord.=
-
- Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.
- =It is right to give him thanks and praise.=
-
- *Then, facing the Holy Table, the Celebrant proceeds*
-
- God of all power, Ruler of the Universe, you are worthy of
- glory and praise.
- =Glory to you for ever and ever.=
-
- At your command all things came to be: the vast expanse of
- interstellar space, galaxies, suns, the planets in their courses,
- and this fragile earth, our island home.
- =By your will they were created and have their being.=
-
- From the primal elements you brought forth the human race,
- and blessed us with memory, reason, and skill. You made us
- the rulers of creation. But we turned against you, and betrayed
- your trust; and we turned against one another.
- =Have mercy, Lord, for we are sinners in your sight.=
-
- Again and again, you called us to return. Through prophets
- and sages you revealed your righteous Law. And in the
- fullness of time you sent you only Son, born of a woman, to
- fulfill your Law, to open for is the way of freedom and peace.
- =By his blood, he reconciled us.
- By his wounds, we are healed.=
-
- And therefore we praise you, joining with the heavenly
- chorus, with prophets, apostles, and martyrs, and with all
- those in every generation who have looked to you in hope, to
- proclaim with them your glory, in their unending hymn:
-
- <page 371>
-
- *Celebrant and People*
-
- Holy, Holy, Holy Lord, God of power and might,
- heaven and earth are full of your glory.
- Hosanna in the highest.
- Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord.
- Hosanna in the highest.
-
-
- *The Celebrant continues*
-
- And so, Father, we who have been redeemed by him, and
- made a new people by water and the Spirit, now bring before
- you these gifts. Sanctify them by your Holy Spirit to be the
- Body and Blood of Jesus Christ our Lord.
-
- *At the following words concerning the bread, the Celebrant is to hold
- it, or lay a hand upon it, and at the words concerning the cup, to hold
- or place a hand upon the cup and any other vessel containing wine to be
- consecrated.*
-
- On the night he was betrayed he took bread, said the
- blessing, broke the bread, and gave it to his friends, and
- said, "Take, eat: This is my Body, which is given for you. Do
- this for the remembrance of me."
-
- After supper, he took the cup of wine, gave thanks, and
- said, "Drink this, all of you: This is my Blood of the new
- Covenant, which is shed for you and for many for the
- forgiveness of sins. Whenever you drink it, do this for the
- remembrance of me."
-
- Remembering now his work of redemption, and offering to you this
- sacrifice of thanksgiving,
- =We celebrate his death and resurrection,
- as we await the day of his coming.=
-
- <page 372>
-
- Lord God of our Fathers: God of Abraham, Isaac, and
- Jacob; God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ: Open our
- eyes to see your hand at work in the world about us. Deliver
- us from the presumption of coming to this Table for solace
- only, and not for strength; for pardon only, and not for
- renewal. Let the grace of this Holy Communion make us one
- body, one spirit in Christ, that we may worthily serve the
- world in his name.
- =Risen Lord, be known to us in the breaking of the Bread.=
-
- Accept these prayers and praises, Father, through Jesus
- Christ our great High Priest, to whom, with you and the
- Holy Spirit, your Church gives honor, glory, and worship,
- from generation to generation. =AMEN.=
-
- And now, as our Savior
- Christ has taught us,
- we are bold to say,
-
- <parallel column>
-
- As our Savior Christ
- has taught us,
- we now pray,
-
-
- *Continue with the Lord's Prayer on page 364.*
-
-
- <Eucharistic Prayer D>
-
- *The People remain standing. The Celebrant, whether bishop or priest,
- faces them and sings or says*
-
- The Lord be with you.
-
- *People* And also with you.
-
- *Celebrant* Lift up your hearts.
-
- *People* We lift them to the Lord.
-
- *Celebrant* Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.
-
- *People* It is right to give him thanks and praise.
-
- <page 373>
-
- *Then, facing the Holy Table, the Celebrant proceeds*
-
- It is truly right to glorify you, Father, and to give you thanks;
- for you alone are God, living and true, dwelling in light
- inaccessible from before time and for ever.
-
- Fountain of life and source of all goodness, you made all
- things and fill them with your blessing; you created them to
- rejoice in the splendour of your radiance.
-
- Countless throngs of angels stand before you to serve you
- night and day; and, beholding the glory of your presence,
- they offer you unceasing praise. Joining with them, and
- giving voice to every creature under heaven, we acclaim you,
- and glorify your Name, as we sing (say),
-
-
- *Celebrant and People*
-
- Holy, Holy, Holy Lord, God of power and might,
- heaven and earth are full of your glory.
- Hosanna in the highest.
- Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord.
- Hosanna in the highest.
-
- *The people stand or kneel.*
-
-
- *Then the Celebrant continues*
-
- We acclaim you, holy Lord, glorious in power. Your mighty
- works reveal your wisdom and love. You formed us in your
- own image, giving the whole world into our care, so that, in
- obedience to you, our Creator, we might rule and serve all
- your creatures. When our disobedience took us far from you,
- you did not abandon us to the power of death. In your mercy
- you came to our help, so that in seeking you we might find
- you. Again and again you called us into covenant with you,
- and through the prophets you taught us to hope for salvation.
-
- <page 374>
-
- Father, you loved the world so much that in the fullness of
- time you sent your only Son to be our Savior. Incarnate by
- the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, he lived as one of
- us, yet without sin. To the poor he proclaimed the good news
- of salvation; to prisoners, freedom; to the sorrowful, joy. To
- fulfill your purpose he gave himself up to death; and, rising
- from the grave, destroyed death, and made the whole
- creation new.
-
- And, that we might live no longer for ourselves, but for him
- who died and rose for us, he sent the Holy Spirit, his own
- first gift for those who believe, to complete his work in
- the world, and to bring to fulfillment the sanctification of all.
-
- *At the following words concerning the bread, the Celebrant is to hold
- it, or lay a hand upon it, and at the words concerning the cup, to hold
- or place a hand upon the cup and any other vessel containing wine to be
- consecrated.*
-
- When the hour had come for him to be glorified by you, his
- heavenly Father, having loved his own who were in the
- world, he loved them to the end; at supper with them he took
- bread, and when he had given thanks to you, he broke it, and
- gave it to his disciples, and said, "Take, eat: This is my Body,
- which is given for you. Do this for the remembrance of me."
-
- After supper he took the cup of wine; and when he had given
- thanks, he gave it to them, and said, "Drink this, all of you:
- This is my Blood of the new Covenant, which is shed for you
- and for many for the forgiveness of sins. Whenever you drink
- it, do this for the remembrance of me."
-
- Father, we now celebrate this memorial of our redemption.
- Recalling Christ's death and his descent among the dead,
- proclaiming his resurrection and ascension to your right
- hand, awaiting his coming in glory; and offering to you, from
- the gifts you have given us, this bread and this cup, we praise
- you and we bless you.
-
- <page 375>
-
- *Celebrant and People*
-
- We praise you, we bless you,
- we give thanks to you,
- and we pray to you, Lord our God.
-
-
- *The Celebrant continues*
-
- Lord, we pray that in your goodness and mercy your Holy
- Spirit may descend upon us, and upon these gifts, sanctifying
- them and showing them to be holy gifts for your holy people,
- the bread of life and the cup of salvation, the Body and Blood
- of your Son Jesus Christ.
-
- Grant that all who share this bread and cup may become one
- body and one spirit, a living sacrifice in Christ, to the praise
- of your Name.
-
- Remember, Lord, your one holy catholic and apostolic
- Church, redeemed by the blood of your Christ. Reveal its
- unity, guard its faith, and preserve it in peace.
-
- [Remember (NN. and) all who minister in your Church.]
- [Remember all your people, and those who seek your truth.]
- [Remember &mdash..]
- [Remember all who have died in the peace of Christ, and
- those whose faith is known to you alone; bring them into
- the place of eternal joy and light.]
-
- And grant that we may find our inheritance with [the Blessed
- Virgin Mary, with patriarchs, prophets, apostles, and martyrs,
- (with &mdash.) and] all the saints whe have found favor
- with you in ages past. We praise you in union with them
- and give you glory through your Son Jesus Christ our Lord.
-
- Through Christ, and with Christ, and in Christ, all honor and
- glory are yours, Almighty God and Father, in the unity of the
- Holy Spirit, for ever and for ever. =AMEN.=
-
- <page 376>
-
- And now, as our Savior
- Christ has taught us,
- we are bold to say,
-
- <parallel column>
-
- As our Savior Christ
- has taught us,
- we now pray,
-
- *Continue with the Lord's Prayer on page 364.*
-
-
- <Offertory Sentences>
-
- *One of the following, or some other appropriate sentence of Scripture,
- may be used*
-
- Offer to God a sacrifice of thanksgiving, and make good
- your vows to the Most High. =Psalm 50:14=
-
- Ascribe to the Lord the honor due his Name; bring
- offering and come into his courts. =Psalm 96:8=
-
- Walk in love, as Christ loved us and gave himself for us, an
- offering and sacrifice to God. =Ephesians 5:2=
-
- I appeal to you, brethren, by the mercies of God, to present
- yourselves as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God,
- which is your spiritual worship. =Romans 12:1=
-
- If you are offering your gift at the altar, and there remember
- that your brother has something against you, leave your gift
- there before the altar and go; first be reconciled to your
- brother, and then come and offer your gift. =Matthew 5:23, 24=
-
- Through Christ let us continually offer to God the sacrifice of
- praise, that is, the fruit of lips that acknowledge his Name.
- <page 377>
- But do not neglect to do good and to share what you have,
- for such sacrifices are pleasing to God. =Hebrews 13:14, 15=
-
- O Lord our God, you are worthy to receive glory and honor
- and power; because you have created all things, and by your
- will they were created and have their being. =Revelation 4:11=
-
- Yours, O Lord, is the greatness, the power, the glory, the
- victor, and the majesty. For everything in heaven and on
- earth is yours. Yours, O Lord, is the kingdom, and you are
- exalted as head over all. =1 Chronicles 19:11=
-
- *or this bidding*
-
- Let us with gladness present the offerings and oblations of our life and
- labor to the Lord.
-
-
-
- <Proper Prefaces>
-
-
- <Preface of the Lord's Day>
-
- *To be used on Sundays as appointed, but not on the succeeding weekdays*
-
- =1. Of God the Father=
-
- For you are the source of light and life, you made is in your image, and
- called us to new life in Jesus Christ our Lord.
-
- *or this*
-
- =2. Of God the Son=
-
- Through Jesus Christ our Lord; who on the first day of the
- week overcame death and the grave, and by his glorious
- resurrection opened to us the way of everlasting life.
-
- *or the following*
-
- <page 378>
-
- =3. Of God the Holy Spirit=
-
- For by water and the Holy Spirit you have made us a new
- people in Jesus Christ our Lord, to show forth your glory in
- all the world.
-
-
- <Prefaces for Seasons>
-
- *To be used on Sundays, and weekdays alike, except as otherwise
- appointed for Holy Days and Various Occasions*
-
-
- <Advent>
-
- Because you sent your beloved Son to redeem us from sin and death, and
- to make us heirs in him of everlasting life; that when he shall come
- again in power and great triumph to judge the world, we may without
- shame or fear rejoice to behold his appearing.
-
-
- <Incarnation>
-
- Because you gave Jesus Christ, your only Son, to be born for us; who, by
- the mighty power of the Holy Spirit, was made perfect Man of the flesh
- of the Virgin Mary his mother; so that we might be delivered from the
- bondage of sin, and receive power to become your children.
-
-
- <Epiphany>
-
- Because in the mystery of the Word made flesh, you have caused a new
- light to shine in our hearts, to give the knowledge of your glory in the
- face of your son Jesus Christ our Lord.
-
- <page 379>
-
-
- <Lent>
-
- Through Jesus Christ our Lord; who was tempted in every way as we are,
- yot did not sin. By his grace we are able to triumph over every evil,
- and to live no longer for ourselves alone, but for him who died for us
- and rose again.
-
- *or this*
-
- You bid your faithful people cleanse their hearts, and prepare with joy
- for the Paschal feast; that, fervent in prayer and in works of
-
- mercy, and renewed by your Word and Sacraments, they may come to the
- fullness of grace which you have prepared for those who love you.
-
-
- <Holy Week>
-
- Through Jesus Christ our Lord. For our sins he was lifted high upon the
- cross, that he might draw the whole world to himself; and, by his
- suffering and death, he became the source of eternal salvation for all
- who put their trust in him.
-
-
- <Easter>
-
- But chiefly are we bound to praise you for the glorious resurrection of
- your Son Jesus Christ our Lord; for he is the true Paschal Lamb, who was
- sacrificed for us, and has taken away the sin of the world. By his death
- he has destroyed death, and by his rising to life again he has won for
- us everlasting life.
-
-
- <Ascension>
-
- Through your dearly beloved Son Jesus Christ our Lord. After his
- glorious resurrection he openly appeared to his disciples, and in their
- sight ascended into heaven, to prepare a place for us; that where he is,
- there we might also be, and reign with him in glory.
-
- <page 380>
-
-
- <Pentecost>
-
- Through Jesus Christ our Lord. In fulfillment of his true promise, the
- Holy Spirit came down [on this day] from heaven, lighting upon the
- disciples, to teach them and to lead them into all truth; uniting
- peoples of many tongues in the confession of one faith, and giving to
- your Church the power to serve you as a royal priesthood, and to preach
- the Gospel to all nations.
-
-
- <Prefaces for Other Occasions>
-
-
- <Trinity Sunday>
-
- For with your co-eternal Son and Holy Spirit, you are one God, one Lord,
- in Trinity of Persons and in Unity of Being; and we celebrate the one
- and equal glory of you, O Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy
- Spirit.
-
-
- <All Saints>
-
- For in the multitudeof your saints you have surrounded us with a great
- cloud of witnesses, that we might rejoice in their fellowship, and run
- with endurance the race that is set before us; and, together with them,
- receive the crown of glory that never fades away.
-
-
- <A Saint>
-
- For the wonderful grace and virtue declared in all your saints, who have
- been the chosen vessels of your grace, and the lights of the world in
- their generations.
-
- *or this*
-
- Because in the obedience of your saints you have given us an example of
- righteousness, and in their eternal joy a glorious pledge of the hope of
- our calling.
-
- <page 381>
-
- *or this*
-
- Because you are greatly glorified in the assembly of your
- saints. All your creatures praise you, and your faithful
- servants bless you, confessing before the rulers of this world
- the great Name of your only Son.
-
-
- <Apostles and Ordinations>
-
- Through the great shepherd of your flock, Jesus Christ our
- Lord; who after his resurrection sent forth his apostles to
- preach the Gospel and to teach all nations; and promised to
- be with them always, even to the end of the ages.
-
-
- <Dedication of a Church>
-
- Through Jesus Christ our great High Priest; in whom we are
- built up as living stones of a holy temple, that we might offer
- before you a sacrifice of praise and prayer which is holy and
- pleasing in your sight.
-
-
- <Baptism>
-
- Because in Jesus Christ our Lord you have received us as your
- sons and daughters, made us citizens of your kingdom, and
- given us the Holy Spirit to guide us into all truth.
-
-
- <Marriage>
-
- Because in the love of wife and husband, you have given us
- an image of the heavenly Jerusalem, adorned as a bride for
- her bridegroom, your Son Jesus Christ our Lord; who loves
- her and gave himself for her, that he might make the whole
- creation new.
-
- <page 382>
-
-
- Commemoration of the Dead
-
- Through Jesus Christ our Lord; who rose victorious from the
- dead, and comforts us with the blessed hope of everlasting
- life. For to your faithful people, O Lord, life is changed, not
- ended; and when our mortal body lies in death, there is
- prepared for us a dwelling place eternal in the heavens.
-
- <page 383>
-
-
-
- <The Prayers of the People>
-
- *Prayer is offered with intercession for
-
- The Universal Church, its members, and its mission
-
- The Nation and all in authority
-
- The welfare of the world
-
- The concerns of the local community
-
- Those who suffer and those in any trouble
-
- The departed (with commemoration of a saint when appropriate)*
-
-
- *Any of the forms which follow may be used.*
-
- *Adaptations or insertions suitable to the occasion may be made.*
-
- *Any of the forms may be conformed to the language of the Rite being
- used.*
-
- *A bar in the margin indicates petitions which may be omitted.*
-
- *The Celebrant may introduce the Prayers with a sentence of invitation
- related to the occasion, or the season, or the Proper of the Day.*
-
-
- <Form I>
-
- *Deacon or other leader*
-
- With all our heart and with all our mind, let us pray to the
- Lord, saying "Lord, have mercy."
-
- [[For the peace from above, for the loving-kindness of God,
- and for the salvation of our souls, let us pray to the Lord.
- =Lord, have mercy.=]]
-
- For the peace of the world, for the welfare of the Holy Church
- of God, and for the unity of all peoples, let us pray to the Lord.
- =Lord, have mercy.=
-
- <page 384>
-
- For our Bishop, and for all the clergy and people, let us pray
- to the Lord.
- =Lord, have mercy.=
-
- For our President, for the leaders of the nations, and for all in
- authority, let us pray to the Lord.
- =Lord, have mercy.=
-
- For this city (town, village, &mdash.), for every city and
- community, and for those who live in them, let us pray to
- the Lord.
- =Lord, have mercy.=
-
- [[For seasonable weather, and for an abundance of the fruits of
- the earth, let us pray to the Lord.
- =Lord, have mercy.=]]
-
- For the good earth which God has given us, and for the
- wisdom and will to conserve it, let us pray to the Lord.
- =Lord, have mercy.=
-
- [[For those who travel on land, on water, or in the air [or
- through outer space], let us pray to the Lord.
- =Lord, have mercy.=]]
-
- For the aged and infirm, for the widowed and orphans, and
- for the sick and the suffering, let us pray to the Lord.
- =Lord, have mercy.=
-
- [[For &mdash., let us pray to the Lord.
- =Lord, have mercy.=]]
-
- For the poor and the oppressed, for the unemployed and the
- destitute, for prisoners and captives, and for all who
- remember and care for them, let us pray to the Lord.
- =Lord, have mercy.=
-
- For all who have died in the hope of the resurrection, and for
- all the departed, let us pray to the Lord.
- =Lord, have mercy.=
-
- <page 385>
-
- For deliverance from all danger, violence, oppression, and
- degradation, let us pray to the Lord.
- =Lord, have mercy.=
-
- [[For the absolution and remission of our sins and offenses, let us
- pray to the Lord.
- =Lord, have mercy.=]]
-
- That we may end our lives in faith and hope, without
- suffering and without reproach, let us pray to the Lord.
- =Lord, have mercy.=
-
- [[Defend us, deliver us, and in thy compassion protect us, O
- Lord, by thy grace.
- =Lord, have mercy.=]]
-
- In the communion of [&mdash. and of all the] saints, let
- us commend ourselves, and one another, and all our life, to
- Christ our God.
- =To thee, O Lord our God.=
-
- *Silence.*
-
- *The Celebrant adds a concluding Collect.*
-
-
- <Form II>
-
- *In the course of the silence after each bidding, the People offer their
- own prayers, either silently or aloud.*
-
- I ask your prayers for God's people throughout the world;
- for our Bishop(s) &mdash.; for this gathering; and for all
- ministers and people.
-
- Pray for the Church.
-
- *Silence*
-
- <page 386>
-
- I ask your prayers for peace; for goodwill among nations;
- and for the well-being of all people.
-
- Pray for justice and peace.
-
- *Silence*
-
-
- I ask your prayers for the poor, the sick, the hungry, the
- oppressed, and those in prison.
-
- Pray for those in any need or trouble.
-
- *Silence*
-
-
- I ask your prayers for all who seek God, or a deeper
- knowledge of him. Pray that they may find and be found by him.
-
- *Silence*
-
-
- I ask your prayers for the departed [especially &mdash.].
-
- Pray for those who have died.
-
- *Silence*
-
-
- [[Members of the congregation may ask the prayers or the
- thanksgivings of those present
-
- I ask your prayers for &mdash..
-
- I ask your thanksgiving for &mdash.]]
-
- *Silence*
-
-
- Praise God for those in every generation in whom Christ has been honored
- [especially _________ whom we remember today].
-
- Pray that we may have grace to glorify Christ in our own day.
-
- *Silence*
-
- <page 387>
-
- *The Celebrant adds a concluding Collect.*
-
-
- <Form III>
-
- *The Leader and People pray responsively*
-
- Father, we pray for your holy Catholic Church;
- =That we all may be one.=
-
- Grant that every member of the Church may truly and
- humbly serve you;
- =That your Name may be glorified by al people.=
-
- We pray for all bishops, priests, and deacons;
- =That they may be faithful ministers of your Word and
- Sacraments.=
-
- We pray for all who govern and hold authority in the nations
- of the world;
- =That there may be justice and peace on the earth.=
-
- Give us grace to do your will in all that we undertake;
- =That our works may find favor in your sight.=
-
- Have compassion on those who suffer from any grief or trouble;
- =That they may be delivered from their distress.=
-
- Give to the departed eternal rest.
- =Let light perpetual shine upon them.=
-
- We praise you for your saints who have entered into joy;
- =May we also come to share in your heavenly kingdom.=
-
- Let us pray for our own needs and those of others.
-
- *Silence*
-
- <page 388>
-
- *The People may add their own petitions.*
-
- *The Celebrant adds a concluding Collect.*
-
-
- <Form IV>
-
- *Deacon or other leader*
-
- Let us pray for the Church and for the world.
-
- Grant, Almighty God, that all who confess your Name may
- be united in your truth, live together in your love, and reveal
- your glory in the world.
-
- *Silence*
-
- Lord, in your mercy
- =Hear our prayer.=
-
-
- Guide the people of this land, and of all the nations, in the
- ways of justice and peace; that we may honor one another
- and serve the common good.
-
- *Silence*
-
- Lord, in your mercy
- =Hear our prayer.=
-
-
- Give us all a reverence for the earth as your own creation,
- that we may use its resources rightly in the service of others
- and to your honor and glory.
-
- *Silence*
-
- Lord, in your mercy
- =Hear our prayer.=
-
-
- Bless all whose lives are closely linked with ours, and grant
- that we may serve Christ in them, and love one another as he
- loves us.
-
- <page 389>
-
- *Silence*
-
- Lord, in your mercy
- =Hear our prayer.=
-
-
- Comfort and heal all those who suffer in body, mind, or
- spirit; give them courage and hope in their troubles, and
- bring them the joy of your salvation.
-
- *Silence*
-
- Lord, in your mercy
- =Hear our prayer.=
-
-
- We commend to your mercy all who have died, that your will
- for them may be fulfilled; and we pray that we may share
- with all your saints in your eternal kingdom.
-
- *Silence*
-
- Lord, in your mercy
- =Hear our prayer.=
-
- *The Celebrant adds a concluding Collect.*
-
-
- <Form V>
-
- *Deacon or other leader*
-
- In peace, let us pray to the Lord, saying, "Lord, have mercy"
- (or "Kyrie eleison").
-
- 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.
-
- *Here and after every petition the People respond*
-
- =Kyrie eleison.= *or* =Lord, have mercy.=
-
- <page 390>
-
- For &N. our Presiding Bishop, for &N. (&N.) our own Bishop(s),
- for all bishops and other ministers, and for all the holy people
- of God, we pray to you, O Lord.
-
- 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.
-
- 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.
-
-
- [[For those who do not yet believe, and for those who have lost
- their faith, we that they may receive the light of the Gospel, we
- pray to you, O Lord.]]
-
- 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.
-
- For those in positions of public trust [especially &mdash.],
- that they may serve justice, and promote the dignity and
- freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.
-
- [[For all who live and work in this community [especially
- &mdash.], we pray to you, O Lord.]]
-
- [[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.]]
-
- 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.
-
- <page 391>
-
- For this =congregation= [for those who are present, and for
- those who are absent], that we may be delivered from
- hardness of heart, and show forth your glory in all that we
- do, we pray to you, O Lord.
-
- [[For our enemies and those who wish us harm, and for all
- whom we have injured or offended, we pray to you, O Lord.]]
-
- [[For ourselves; for the forgiveness of our sins, and for the
- grace of the Holy Spirit to amend our lives, we pray to you, O
- Lord.]]
-
- 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.
-
- [[For &mdash., we pray to you, O Lord.]]
-
- 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.
-
- Rejoicing in the fellowship of [the ever-blessed Virgin Mary, (=blessed
- &N.=) and] all the saints, let us commend ourselves, and one another,
- and all our life to Christ our God.
- =To you, O Lord our God.=
-
- *Silence*
-
- *The Celebrant adds a concluding Collect, or the following Doxology*
-
- 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.=
-
- <page 392>
-
-
- <Form VI>
-
- *The Leader and People pray responsively*
-
- In peace, we pray to your, Lord God.
-
- *Silence*
-
- 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.=
-
- 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.=
-
- For the peace and unity of the Church of God;
- =For all who proclaim the Gospel, and all who seek the Truth.=
-
- For [&N. our Presiding Bishop, and &N. (&N.) our Bishop(s); and for] all
- bishops and other ministers;
- =For all who serve God in his Church.=
-
- For the special needs and concerns of this congregation.
-
- *Silence*
-
- *The People may add their own petitions*
-
- Hear us, Lord;
- =For your mercy is great.=
-
- <page 393>
-
- We thank you, Lord, for all the blessings of this life.
-
- *Silence*
-
- *The People may add their own thanksgivings*
-
- We will exalt you, O God our King;
- =And praise your Name for ever and ever.=
-
- We pray for all who have died, that they may have a place in
- your eternal kingdom.
-
- *Silence*
-
- *The People may add their own petitions*
-
- Lord, let your loving-kindness be upon them;
- =Who put their trust in you.=
-
- [[We pray to you also for the forgiveness of our sins.
-
- *Silence may be kept.*
-
- *Leader and People*
-
- Have mercy upon us, most merciful Father;
- in your compassion forgive us our sins,
- known and unknown,
- things done and left undone;
- and so uphold us by your Spirit
- that we may live and serve you in newness of life,
- to the honor and glory of your Name;
- through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.]]
-
- *The Celebrant concludes with an absolution or a suitable Collect.*
-
-
- <The Collect at the Prayers>
-
- *For the concluding Collect, the Celebrant selects
-
- (a) a Collect appropriate to the season or occasion being celebrated;
-
- (b) a Collect expressive of some special need in the life of the local
- congregation;
-
- (c) a Collect for the mission of the Church;
-
- (d) a general Collect such as the following:*
-
-
- <1>
-
- Lord, hear the prayers of =thy= people; and what we have
- asked faithfully, grant that we may obtain effectually, to the
- glory of =thy= Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
-
- <2>
-
- Heavenly Father, you have promised to hear what we ask in
- the Name of your Son: Accept and fulfill our petitions, we
- pray, not as we ask in our ignorance, nor as we deserve in our
- sinfulness, but as your know and love us in your Son Jesus
- Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
-
- <3>
-
- Almighty and eternal God, ruler of all things in heaven and
- earth: Mercifully accept the prayers of your people, and
- strengthen us to do your will; through Jesus Christ our Lord.
- =Amen.=
-
-
- <4>
-
- Almighty God, to whom our needs are known before we ask:
- Help us to ask only what accords with your will; and those
- <page 395>
- good things which we dare not, or in our blindness cannot
- ask, grant us for the save of your Son Jesus Christ our Lord.
- =Amen.=
-
-
- <5>
-
- O Lord our God, accept the fervent prayers of your people; in
- the multitude of your mercies, look with compassion upon us
- and all who turn to you for help; for you are gracious, O
- lover of souls, and to you we give glory, Father, Son, and
- Holy Spirit, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
-
- <6>
-
- 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. =Amen.=
-
-
- <7>
-
- Hasten, O Father, the coming of =thy= kingdom; and grant that
- we =thy= servants, who now live by faith, may with joy behold
- =thy= Son at his coming in glorious majesty; even Jesus Christ,
- our only Mediator and Advocate. =Amen.=
-
-
- <8>
-
- Almighty God, by your Holy Spirit you have made us one
- with your saints in heaven and on earth: Grant that in our
- earthly pilgrimage we may always be supported by this
- fellowship of love and prayer, and know ourselves to be
- surrounded by their witness to your power and mercy. We
- ask this for the sake of Jesus Christ, in whom all our
- intercessions are acceptable through the Spirit, and who lives
- and reigns for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- <page 396>
-
-
-
- <Communion under Special Circumstances>
-
- *This form is intended for use with those who for reasonable cause
- cannot be present at a public celebration of the Eucharist.*
-
- *When persons are unable to be present for extended periods, it is
- desirable that the priest arrange to celebrate the Eucharist with them
- from time to time on a regular basis, using either the Proper of the Day
- or one of those appointed for Various Occasions. If it is necessary to
- shorten the service, the priest may begin the celebration at the
- Offertory, but it is desirable that a passage from the Gospel first be
- read.*
-
- *At other times, or when desired, such persons may be communicated from
- the reserved Sacrament, using the following form.*
-
- *It is desirable that fellow parishoners, relatives, and friends be
- present, when possible, to communicate with them.*
-
-
- *The Celebrant, whether priest or deacon, reads a passage of Scripture
- appropriate to the day or occasion, or else one of the following*
-
- God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, that
- whoever believes in him should not perish, but have eternal life.
- =John 3:16=
-
- Jesus said, "I am the bread of life; whoever comes to me shall
- not hunger, and whoever believes in me shall never thirst."
- =John 6:35=
-
- <page 397>
-
- Jesus said, "I am the living bread which came down from
- heaven; if anyone eats of this bread, he will live for ever; and
- the bread which I shall give for the life of the world is my
- flesh. For my flesh is food indeed, and my blood is drink
- indeed. Whoever eats my flesh and drinks my blood abides in
- me, and I in him." =John 6:51, 55-56=
-
- Jesus said, "Abide in me, as I in you. As the branch cannot
- bear fruit by itself, unless it abides in the vine, neither can
- you, unless you abide in me. I am the vine, you are the
- branches. By this my Father is glorified, that you bear much
- fruit, and so prove to be my disciples. As the Father has loved
- me, so have I loved you; abide in my love." =John 15:4-5a, 8-9=
-
- *After the Reading, the Celebrant may comment on it briefly.*
-
- *Suitable prayers may be offered, concluding with the following or some
- other Collect*
-
- Almighty Father, whose dear Son, on the night before he
- suffered, instituted the Sacrament of his Body and Blood:
- Mercifully grant that we may receive it thankfully in
- remembrance of Jesus Christ our Lord, who in these holy
- mysteries gives us a pledge of eternal life; and who lives and
- reigns for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
-
- *A Confession of Sin may follow. The following or some other form is
- used*
-
- 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.
- <page 398>
- 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.
-
-
- *The Priest alone says*
-
- Almighty God have mercy on you, forgive you all your sins
- through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen you in all
- goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep you in
- eternal life. =Amen.=
-
- *A deacon using the preceding form substitutes "us" for "you" and "our"
- for "your."*
-
-
- *The Peace may then be exchanged.*
-
-
- *The Lord's Prayer is said, the Celebrant first saying*
-
- Let us pray in the words our Savior Christ has taught us.
-
- 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.
-
- <parallel column>
-
- 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,
- how and for ever. Amen.
-
- <page 399>
-
-
- *The Celebrant may say the following Invitation*
-
- The Gifts of God for the People of God
-
- *and may add* Take them in remembrance that Christ died for
- you, and feed on him in your hearts by faith,
- with thanksgiving.
-
-
- *The Sacrament is administered with the following or other words*
-
- The Body (Blood) of our Lord Jesus Christ keep you in
- everlasting life. [=Amen.=]
-
-
- *One of the usual postcommunion prayers is then said, or the following*
-
- Gracious Father, we give you praise and thanks for this Holy
- Communion of the Body and Blood of your beloved Son
- Jesus Christ, the pledge of our redemption; and we pray that
- it may bring us forgiveness of our sins, strength in our
- weakness, and everlasting salvation; through Jesus Christ
- our Lord. =Amen.=
-
- *The service concludes with a blessing or with a dismissal*
-
- Let us bless the Lord.
- =Thanks be to God.=
-
- <Page 400>
-
-
-
- <An Order for Celebrating
- the Holy Eucharist>
-
-
- *This rite requires careful preparation by the Priest and other
- participants.*
-
- *It is not intended for use at the principal Sunday or weekly
- celebration of the Holy Eucharist.*
-
-
- <The People and Priest>
-
- <Gather in the Lord's Name>
-
- <Proclaim and Respond to the Word of God>
-
- *The proclamation and response may include readings, sons, talk, dance,
- instrumental music, other art forms, silence. A reading from the Gospel
- is always included.*
-
- <Pray for the World and the Church>
-
- <page 401>
-
- <Exchange the Peace>
-
- *Either here or elsewhere in the service, all greet one another in the
- name of the Lord.*
-
- <Prepare the Table>
-
- *Some of those present prepare the table; the bread, the cup of wine,
- and other offerings, are placed upon it.*
-
- <Make Eucharist>
-
- *The Great Thanksgiving is said by the Priest in the name of the
- gathering, using one of the eucharistic prayers provided.*
-
- *The people respond--Amen!*
-
- <Break the Bread>
-
- <Share the Gifts of God
-
- *The Body and Blood of the Lord are shared in a reverent manner; after
- all have received, any of the Sacrament that remains is then consumed.*
-
- *When a common meal or Agape is a part of the celebration, it follows
- here.*
-
-
- <At the Great Thanksgiving>
-
- *In making Eucharist, the Celebrant uses one of the Eucharistic Prayers
- from Rite One or Rite Two, or one of the following forms*
-
-
- <Form 1>
-
- *Celebrant* The Lord be with you.
-
- *People* And also with you.
-
- *Celebrant* Lift up your hearts.
-
- *People* We lift them to the Lord.
-
- *Celebrant* Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.
-
- *People* It is right to give him thanks and praise.
-
-
- *The Celebrant gives thanks to God the Father for his work in creation
- and his revelation of himself to his people;*
-
- *Recalls before God, when appropriate, the particular occasion being
- celebrated;*
-
- *Incorporates or adapts the Proper Preface of the Day, if desired.*
-
- [[*If the Sanctus is to be included, it is introduced with these or
- similar words*
-
- And so we join the saints and angels in proclaiming your glory, as we
- sing (say),
-
- *Celebrant and People*
-
- Holy, Holy, Holy Lord, God of power and might,
- heaven and earth are full of your glory.
- Hosanna in the highest.
- Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord.
- Hosanna in the highest.
-
- <page 403>
-
- *The Celebrant now praises God for the salvation of the world through
- Jesus Christ our Lord.*
-
- *The Prayer continues with these words*
-
- And so, Father, we bring you these gifts. Sanctify them by
- your Holy Spirit to be for your people the Body and Blood
- of Jesus Christ our Lord.
-
- *At the following words concerning the bread, the Celebrant is to hold
- it, or to lay a hand upon it; and at the words concerning the cup, to
- hold or place a hand upon the cup and any other vessel containing wine
- to be consecrated.*
-
- On the night he was betrayed he took bread, said the
- blessing, and gave it to his friends, and
- said, "Take, eat: This is my Body, which is given for you.
- Do this for the remembrance of me."
-
- After supper, he took the cup of wine, gave thanks, and
- said, "Drink this, all of you: This is my Blood of the new
- Covenant, which is shed for you and for many for the
- forgiveness of sins. Whenever you drink it, do this for the
- remembrance of me."
-
- Father, we now celebrate the memorial of your Son. By
- means of this holy bread and cup, we show forth the sacrifice
- of his death, and proclaims his resurrection, until he comes
- again.
-
- Gather us by this Holy Communion into one body in your
- Son Jesus Christ. Make us a living sacrifice of praise.
-
- By him, and with him, and in him, in the unity of the Holy
- Spirit all honor and glory is yours, Almighty Father, now and
- for ever. AMEN.
-
- <page 404>
-
- <Form 2>
-
- *Celebrant* The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ and the love
- of God and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be
- with you all.
-
- *People* And also with you.
-
- *Celebrant* Lift up your hearts.
-
- *People* We lift them to the Lord.
-
- *Celebrant* Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.
-
- *People* It is right to give him thanks and praise.
-
- *The Celebrant gives thanks to God the Father for his work in creation
- and his revelation of himself to his people;*
-
- *Recalls before God, when appropriate, the particular occasion being
- celebrated;*
-
- *Incorporates or adapts the Proper Preface of the Day, if desired.*
-
- [[*If the Sanctus is to be included, it is introduced with these or
- similar words*
-
- And so we join the saints and angels in proclaiming your glory, as we
- sing (say),
-
- *Celebrant and People*
-
- Holy, Holy, Holy Lord, God of power and might,
- heaven and earth are full of your glory.
- Hosanna in the highest.
- Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord.
- Hosanna in the highest.]]
-
- *The Celebrant now praises God for the salvation of the world through
- Jesus Christ our Lord.*
-
- <Page 405>
-
- *At the following words concerning the bread, the Celebrant is to hold
- it, or to lay a hand upon it; and at the words concerning the cup, to
- hold or place a hand upon the cup and any other vessel containing wine
- to be consecrated.*
-
- On the night he was handed over to suffering and death, our
- Lord Jesus Christ took bread; and when he had given thanks
- to you, he broke it, and gave it to his disciples, and said,
- "Take, eat: This is my Body, which is given for you. Do this
- for the remembrance of me."
-
- After supper he took the cup of wine; and when he had given
- thanks, he gave it to them, and said, "Drink this, all of you:
- This is my Blood of the new Covenant, which is shed for you
- and for many for the forgiveness of sins. Whenever you drink
- it, do this for the remembrance of me."
-
- Recalling now his suffering and death, and celebrating his
- resurrection and ascension, we await his coming in glory.
-
- Accept, O Lord, our sacrifice of praise, this memorial of our
- redemption.
-
- Send your Holy Spirit upon these gifts. Let them be for us
- the Body and Blood of your Son. And grant that we who eat
- this bread and drink this cup may be filled with your life and
- goodness.
-
- *The Celebrant then prays that all may receive the benefits of Christ's
- work, and the renewal of the Holy Spirit.*
-
- *The Prayer concludes with these or similar words*
-
- All this we ask through your Son Jesus Christ. By him, and
- with him, and in him, in the unity of the Holy Spirit all honor
- and glory is yours, Almighty Father, now and for ever. AMEN.
-
- <page 406>
-
-
- *Additional Directions*
-
- *The Holy Table is spread with a clean white cloth during the
- celebration.*
-
- *When the Great Litany is sung or said immediately before the Eucharist,
- the Litany concludes with the Kyries, and the Eucharist begins with the
- Salutation and the Collect of the Day. The Prayers of the People
- following the Creed may be omitted.*
-
- *When a psalm is used, it may be concluded with Gloria Patri. In Rite
- One services, the following form of the Gloria may be used:*
-
- 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.
-
- *The Kyrie eleison (or "Lord, have mercy") may be sung or said in
- threefold, sixfold, or ninefold form. The Trisagion, "Holy God", may be
- sung or said three times, or antiphonally.*
-
- *Gloria in excelsis, or the hymn used in place of it, is sung or said
- from Christmas Day through the Feast of the Epiphany; on Sundays from
- Easter Day through the Day of Pentecost, on all the days of Easter Week,
- and on Ascension Day; and at other times as desired; but it is not used
- on the Sundays or ordinary weekdays of Advent or Lent.*
-
- *It is desirable that the Lessons be read from a lectern or pulpit, and
- that the Gospel be read from the same lectern, or from the pulpit, or
- from the midst of the congregation. It is desirable that the Lessons
- and the Gospel be read from a book or books of appropriate size and
- dignity.*
-
- *When a portion of the congregation is composed of persons whose native
- tongue is other than English, a reader appointed by the celebrant may
- read the Gospel in the language of the people, either in place of, or in
- addition to, the Gospel in English.*
-
- *If there is no Communion, all that is appointed through the Prayers of
- the People may be said. (If it is desired to include a Confession of
- Sin, the
- <page 407>
- service begins with the Penitential Order.) A hymn or anthem may then
- be sung, and the offerings of the people received. The service may then
- conclude with the Lord's Prayer; and with either the Grace or a
- blessing, or with the exchange of the Peace.*
-
- *In the absence of a priest, all that is described above, except for the
- blessing, may be said by a deacon, or, if there is no deacon, by a lay
- reader.*
-
- *The greeting, "The peace of the Lord be always with you," is addressed
- to the entire assembly. In the exchange between individuals which may
- follow, any appropriate words of greeting may be used. If preferred,
- the exchange of the Peace may take place at the time of the
- administration of the Sacrament (before or after the sentence of
- Invitation).*
-
- *Necessary announcements may be made before the service, after the
- Creed, before the Offertory, or at the end of the service, as
- convenient.*
-
- *It is the function of a deacon to make ready the Table for the
- celebration, preparing and placing upon it the bread and wine. It is
- customary to add a little water to the wine. The deacon may be assisted
- by other ministers.*
-
- *During the Great Thanksgiving, it is appropriate that there be only one
- chalice on the Altar, and, if need be, a flagon of wine from which
- additional chalices may be filled after the Breaking of the Bread.*
-
- *The following anthem may be used at the Breaking of the Bread:*
-
- Lamb of God, you take away the sins of the world:
- have mercy on us.
-
- Lamb of God, you take away the sins of the world:
- have mercy on us.
-
- Lamb of God, you take away the sins of the world:
- grant us peace.
-
- *While the people are coming forward to receive Communion, the celebrant
- receives the Sacrament in both kinds. The bishops, priests, and deacons
- at the Holy Table then communicate, and after them the
- people.*
-
- *Opportunity is always to be given to every communicant to receive the
- consecrated Bread and Wine separately. But the Sacrament may be*
- <page 408>
- received in both kinds simultaneously, in a manner approved by the
- bishop.*
-
- *When the celebrant is assisted by a deacon or another priest, it is
- customary for the celebrant to administer the consecrated Bread and the
- assistant the Chalice. When several deacons or priests are present,
- some may administer the Bread and others the Wine. In the absence of
- sufficient deacons and priests, lay persons licensed by the bishop
- according to the canon may administer the Chalice.*
-
- *If the consecrated Bread or Wine does not suffice for the number of
- communicants, the celebrant is to return to the Holy Table, and
- consecrate more of either or both, by saying*
-
- Hear us, O heavenly Father, and with thy (your) Word and
- Holy Spirit bless and sanctify this bread (wine) that it, also,
- may be the Sacrament of the precious Body (Blood) of thy
- (your) Son Jesus Christ our Lord, who took bread (the cup)
- and said, "This is my Body (Blood)." =Amen.=
-
- *or else the celebrant may consecrate more of both kinds, saying again
- the words of the Eucharistic Prayer, beginning with the words which
- follow the Sanctus, and ending with the Invocation (in the case of
- Eucharistic Prayer C, ending with the narrative of the Institution).*
-
- *When the service of a priest cannot be obtained, the bishop may, at
- discretion, authorize a deacon to distribute Holy Communion to the
- congregation from the reserved Sacrament in the following manner:
-
- 1. After the Liturgy of the Word (and the receiving of the people's
- offering), the deacon reverently places the consecrated Sacrament on the
- Altar, during which time a communion hymn may be sung.
-
- 2. The Lord's Prayer is then said, the deacon first saying, "Let us
- pray in the words our Savior Christ hath (has) taught us."
-
- 3. And then, omitting the breaking of the Bread, the deacon proceeds
- with what follows in the liturgy as far as the end of the postcommunion
- prayer, and then dismisses the people.*
-
- *If any of the consecrated Bread or Wine remain, apart from any which
- may be required for the Communion of the sick, or of others who for
- <page 409>
- weighty cause could not be present at the celebration, or for the
- administration of Communion by a deacon to a congregation when no priest
- is available, the celebrant or deacon, and other communicants,
- reverently eat and drink it, either after the Communion of the people or
- after the Dismissal.*
-
- *A hymn may be sung before or after the postcommunion prayer.*
-
-
- *Disciplinary Rubrics*
-
- *If the priest knows that a person who is living a notoriously evil life
- intends to come to Communion, the priest shall speak to that person
- privately, and tell =him= that =he= may not come to the Holy Table until
- =he= has given clear proof of repentance and amendment of life.*
-
- *The priest shall follow the same procedure with those who have done
- wrong to their neighbors and are a scandal to the other members of the
- congregation, not allowing such persons to receive Communion until they
- have made restitution for the wrong they have done, or have at least
- promised to do so.*
-
- *When the priest sees that there is hatred between members of the
- congregation, =he= shall speak privately to them, telling them that they
- may not receive Communion until they have forgiven each other. And if
- the person or persons on one side truly forgive the others and desire
- and promise to make up for their faults, but those on the other side
- refuse to forgive, the priest shall allow those who are penitent to come
- to Communion, but not those who are stubborn.*
-
- *In all such cases, the priest is required to notify the bishop, within
- fourteen days at the most, giving the reasons for refusing Communion.*
-
-
- <page 411>
-
- <Pastoral Offices>
-
- <page 412>
-
- <Concerning the Service>
-
- *In the course of their Christian development, those baptized at an
- early age are expected, when they are ready and have been duly prepared,
- to make a mature public affirmation of their faith and commitment to the
- responsibilities of their Baptism and to receive the laying on of hands
- by the bishop.*
-
- *Those baptized as adults, unless baptized with laying on of hands by a
- bishop, are also expected to make a public affirmation of their faith
- and commitment to the responsibilities of their Baptism in the presence
- of a bishop and to receive the laying on of hands.*
-
- *When there is no Baptism, the rites of Confirmation, Reception, and the
- Reaffirmation of Baptismal Vows are administered in the following form.*
-
- *If desired, the hymn Gloria in excelsis may be sung immediately after
- the opening versicles and before the salutation, The Lord be with you."*
-
- *The Nicene Creed is not used at this service.*
-
- *It is appropriate that the oblations of bread and wine be presented by
- persons newly confirmed.*
-
- <page 413>
-
-
- <Confirmation
-
- with forms for Reception and for
-
- the Reaffirmation of Baptismal Vows>
-
-
- *A hymn, psalm, or anthem may be sung*
-
- *The people standing, the Bishop says*
-
- Blessed by God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
-
- *People* And blessed be his kingdom, now and for ever. Amen.
-
-
- *In place of the above, from Easter Day through the Day of Pentecost*
-
- Alleluia. Christ is risen.
-
- *People* The Lord is risen indeed. Alleluia.
-
-
- *In Lent and on other penitential occasions*
-
- *Bishop* Bless the Lord who forgives all our sins.
-
- *People* His mercy endures for ever.
-
-
- *The Bishop then continues*
-
- There is one Body and one Spirit;
-
- *People* There is one hope in God's call to us;
-
- *Bishop* One Lord, one Faith, one Baptism;
-
- *People* One God and Father of all.
-
- *Bishop* The Lord be with you.
-
- *People* And also with you.
-
- *Bishop* Let us pray.
-
- <page 414>
-
-
- <The Collect of the Day>
-
- *People* Amen.
-
- *At the principal service on a Sunday or other feast, the Collect and
- Lessons are properly those of the Day. At the discretion of the bishop,
- however, the Collect (page 203 or 254) and one or more of the Lessions
- provided "At Confirmation" (page 929) may be substituted.*
-
-
- <The Lessons>
-
- *The people sit. One or two Lessons, as appointed, are read, the Reader
- first saying*
-
- A Reading (Lesson) from &mdash.
-
- *A citation giving chapter and verse may be added.*
-
-
- *After each Reading the Reader may say*
-
- The Word of the Lord.
-
- *People* Thanks be to God.
-
- *or the Reader may say* Here ends the Reading (Epistle).
-
- *Silence may follow.*
-
- *A Psalm, hymn, or anthem may follow each Reading.*
-
- *Then, all standing, the Deacon or a Priest reads the Gospel, first
- saying*
-
- The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to &mdash..
-
- *People* Glory to you, Lord Christ.
-
- <page 415>
-
- *After the Gospel, the Reader says*
-
- The Gospel of the Lord.
-
- *People* Praise to you, Lord Christ.
-
- <The Sermon>
-
-
- <Presentation and Examination
- of the Candidates>
-
-
- *The Bishop says*
-
- The Candidate(s) will now be presented.
-
- *Presenters* I present =these persons= for Confirmation.
-
- *or* I present =these persons= to be received into this
- Communion.
-
- *or* I present these persons who desire to reaffirm
- their baptismal vows.
-
-
- *The Bishop asks the candidates*
-
- Do you reaffirm your renunciation of evil?
-
- *Candidate* I do.
-
-
- *Bishop*
-
- Do you renew your commitment to Jesus Christ?
-
- *Candidate*
-
- I do, and with God's grace I will follow him as my Savior
- and Lord.
-
- <page 416>
-
- *After all have been presented, the Bishop addresses the congregation,
- saying*
-
- Will you who witness these vows do all in your power
- to support these persons in their life in Christ?
-
- *People* We will.
-
-
- *The Bishop then says these or similar words*
-
- Let us join with =those= who =are= committing =themselves=
- to Christ and renew our own baptismal covenant.
-
-
- <The Baptismal Covenant>
-
- *Bishop* Do you believe in God the Father?
-
- *People* I believe in God, the Father almighty,
- creator of heaven and earth.
-
-
- *Bishop* Do you believe in Jesus Christ, the Son of God?
-
- *People* 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.
-
-
- *Bishop* Do you believe in God the Holy Spirit?
-
- *People* I believe in the Holy Spirit,
-
- the holy catholic Church,
-
- the communion of saints,
-
- <page 417>
-
- the forgiveness of sins,
-
- the resurrection of the body,
-
- and the life everlasting.
-
-
- *Bishop* Will you continue in the apostles' teaching and
- fellowship, in the breaking of bread, and in the prayers?
-
- *People* I will, with God's help.
-
-
- *Bishop* Will you persevere in resisting evil, and, whenever
- you fall into sin, repent and return to the Lord?
-
- *People* I will, with God's help.
-
-
- *Bishop* Will you proclaim by word and example the Good
- News of God in Christ?
-
- *People* I will, with God's help.
-
-
- *Bishop* Will you seek and serve Christ in all persons, loving
- your neighbor as yourself?
-
- *People* I will, with God's help.
-
-
- *Bishop* Will you strive for justice and peace among all
- people, and respect the dignity of every human being?
-
- *People* I will, with God's help.
-
-
- <Prayers for the Candidates>
-
- *The Bishop then says to the congregation*
-
- Let us now pray for =these persons= who =have= renewed =their=
- commitment to Christ.
-
- *The petitions on pages 305-306 may be used.*
-
- *A period of silence follows.*
-
- <page 418>
-
- *Then the Bishop says*
-
- Almighty God, we thank you that by the death and
- resurrection of your Son Jesus Christ you have overcome sin
- and brought us to yourself, and that by the sealing
- of your Holy Spirit you have bound us to your service. Renew in
- =these= your =servants= the covenant you have made with =them= at
- /=their=
- Baptism. Send =them= forth in the power of that Spirit to
- perform the service you set before =them=; 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 Confirmation>
-
- *The Bishop lays hands upon each one and says*
-
- Strengthen, O Lord, your servant &N. with your Holy Spirit;
- empower =him= for your service; and sustain =him= all the days of his
- life. =Amen.=
-
- *or this*
-
- Defend, O Lord, your servant &N. with your heavenly grace,
- that =he= may continue yours for ever, and daily increase in
- your Holy Spirit more and more, until =he= comes to your everlasting
- kingdom. =Amen.=
-
-
- <For Reception>
-
- &N., we recognize you as a member of the one holy catholic
- and apostolic Church, and we receive you into the fellowship
- of this Communion. God, the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit,
- bless, preserve, and keep you. =Amen.=
-
- <page 419>
-
-
- <For Reaffirmation>
-
- &N., may the Holy Spirit, who has begun a good work in you,
- direct and uphold you in the service of Christ and his
- kingdom. =Amen.=
-
-
- *The Bishop concludes with this prayer*
-
- Almighty and everlasting God, let your fatherly hand ever be over
- =these= your =servants=; let your Holy Spirit ever be
- with =them=; and so lead =them= in the knowledge and obedience of
- your Word, that =they= may serve you in this life, and dwell
- with you in the life to come; through Jesus Christ our Lord.
- =Amen.=
-
-
- *The Peace is then exchanged*
-
- *Bishop* The peace of the Lord be always with you.
-
- *People* And also with you.
-
- *The service then continues with the Prayers of the People or the
- Offertory of the Eucharist, at which the Bishop should be the principal
- celebrant.*
-
- *If there is no celebration of the Eucharist, the service continues with
- the Lord's Prayer and such other devotions as the Bishop may direct.*
-
- *The Bishop may consecrate oil of Chrism for use at Baptism, using the
- prayer on page 307.*
-
- <page 420>
-
-
-
- <A Form of Commitment
- to Christian Service>
-
- *This form may be used when a person wishes to make or renew a
- commitment to the service of Christ in the world, either in general
- terms, or upon undertaking some special responsibility.*
-
- *It is essential that the person seeking to make or renew a commitment
- prepare in advance, in consultation with the celebrant, the Act of
- Commitment, which may be in the form either of a statement of intention
- or of a series of questions and answers, but which should include a
- reaffirmation of baptismal promises.*
-
- *Before the Offertory of the Eucharist, the person comes forward at the
- invitation of the celebrant, and, standing before the congregation,
- makes the Act of Commitment.*
-
-
- *After this, the Celebrant says these or similar words*
-
- May the Holy Spirit guide and strengthen you, that in this,
- and in all things, you may do God's will in the service
- of the kingdom of his Christ. =Amen.=
-
- In the name of this congregation I commend you to this
- work, and pledge you our prayers, encouragement, and
- support.
-
- <page 421>
-
- *The Celebrant then says this or some other appropriate prayer*
-
- Let us pray.
-
- Almighty God, look with favor upon =this person= who =has=
- now reaffirmed =his= commitment to follow Christ and to serve
- in his name. Give =him= courage, patience, and vision; and
- strengthen us all in our Christian vocation of witness to the
- world, and of service to others; through Jesus Christ our
- Lord. =Amen.=
-
- *A prayer for the special work in which the person will be engaged may
- be added.*
-
- *The service then continues with the exchange of the Peace and the
- Offertory.*
-
- <page 422>
-
-
- *Concerning the Service*
-
- Christian marriage is a solemn and public covenant between a man and a
- woman in the presence of God. In the Episcopal Church it is required
- that one, at least, of the parties must be a baptized Christian; that
- the ceremony be attested by at least two witnesses; and that the
- marriage conform to the laws of the State and the canons of this
- Church.*
-
- *A priest or a bishop normally presides at the Celebration and Blessing
- of a Marriage, because such ministers alone have the function of
- pronouncing the nuptial blessing, and of celebrating the Holy
- Eucharist.*
-
- *When both a bishop and a priest are present and officiating, the bishop
- should pronounce the blessing and preside at the Eucharist.*
-
- *A deacon, or an assisting priest, may deliver the charge, ask for the
- Declaration of Consent, read the Gospel, and perform other assisting
- functions at the Eucharist.*
-
- *Where it is permitted by civil law that deacons may perform marriages,
- and no priest or bishop is available, a deacon may use the service which
- follows, omitting the nuptial blessing which follows The Prayers.*
-
- *It is desirable that the Lessons from the Old Testament and the
- Epistles be read by lay persons.*
-
- *In the opening exhortation (at the symbol of &N. &N.), the full names
- of the persons to be married are declared. Subsequently, only their
- Christian names are used.*
-
- *Additional Directions are on page 437.*
-
- <page 423>
-
- <The Celebration and
- Blessing of a Marriage>
-
- *At the time appointed, the persons to be married, with their witnesses,
- assemble in the church or some other appropriate place.*
-
- *During their entrance, a hymn, psalm, or anthem may be sung, or
- instrumental music may be played.*
-
- *Then the Celebrant, facing the people and the persons to be married,
- with the woman to the right and the man to the left, addresses the
- congregation and says*
-
- Dearly beloved: We have come together in the presence of
- God to witness and bless the joining together of this man and
- this woman in Holy Matrimony. The bond and covenant of
- marriage was established by God in creation, and our Lord
- Jesus Christ adorned this manner of life by his presence and
- first miracle at a wedding in Cana of Galilee. It signifies to us
- the mystery of the union between Christ and his Church, and
- Holy Scripture commends it to be honored among all people.
-
- The union of husband and wife in heart, body, and mind is
- intended by God for their mutual joy; for the help and comfort
- given one another in prosperity and adversity; and, when it is
- God's will, for the procreation of children and their nurture
- in the knowledge and love of the Lord. Therefore marriage is
- not to be entered into unadvisedly or lightly, but reverently,
- deliberately, and in accordance with the purposes for which it
- was instituted by God.
-
- <page 424>
-
- Into this holy union &N. &N.. and &N. &N.. now come to be joined. If
- any of you can show just cause why they may not lawfully be
- married, speak now; or else for ever hold your peace.
-
-
- *Then the Celebrant says to the persons to be married*
-
- I require and charge you both, here in the presence of God,
- that if either of you know any reason why you may not be
- united in marriage lawfully, and in accordance with God's
- Word, you do now confess it.
-
-
- <The Declaration of Consent>
-
- *The Celebrant says to the woman*
-
- &N., will you have this man to be your husband; to live
- together in the covenant of marriage? Will you love him,
- comfort him, honor and keep him, in sickness and in health;
- and, forsaking all others, be faithful to him as long as you
- both shall live?
-
- *The Woman answers*
-
- I will.
-
-
- *The Celebrant says to the man*
-
- &N., will you have this woman to be your wife; to live
- together in the covenant of marriage? Will you love her,
- comfort her, honor and keep her, in sickness and in health;
- and, forsaking all others, be faithful to her as long as you
- both shall live?
-
- *The Man answers*
-
- I will.
-
- <page 425>
-
- *The Celebrant then addresses the congregation, saying*
-
- Will all of you witnessing these promises do all in your
- power to uphold these two persons in their marriage?
-
- *People* We will.
-
-
- *If there is to be a presentation or a giving in marriage,
- it takes place at this time. See page 437.*
-
- *A hymn, psalm, or anthem may follow.*
-
-
- <The Ministry of the Word>
-
- *The Celebrant then says to the people*
-
- The Lord be with you.
-
- *People* And also with you.
-
- Let us pray.
-
- O gracious and everliving God, you have created us male and
- female in your image: Look mercifully upon this man and this
- woman who come to you seeking your blessing, and assist
- them with your grace, that with true fidelity and steadfast love
- they may honor and keep the promises and vows they make;
- through Jesus Christ our Savior, who lives and reigns with
- you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.
- =Amen.=
-
- <page 426>
-
- *Then one or more of the following passages from Holy Scripture is read.
- If there is to be a Communion, a passage from the Gospel always
- concludes the Readings.*
-
- Genesis 1:26-28 (Male and female he created them)
-
- Genesis 2:4-9, 15-24 (A man cleaves to his wife and they become one
- flesh)
-
- Song of Solomon 2:10-13; 8:6-7 (Many waters cannot quench love)
-
- Tobit 8:5b-8 (_New English Bible_) (That she and I may grow old
- together)
-
-
- 1 Corinthians 13:1-13 (Love is patient and kind)
-
- Ephesians 3:14-19 (The Father from whom ever family is named)
-
- Ephesians 5:1-2, 21-33 (Walk in love, as Christ loved us)
-
- Colossians 3:12-17 (Love which binds everything together in harmony)
-
- 1 John 4:7-16 (Let us love one another for love is of God)
-
-
- *Between the Readings, a Psalm, hymn, or anthem may be sing or said.
- Appropriate Psalms are 67, 127, and 128.*
-
- *When a passage from the Gospel is to be read, all stand, and the Deacon
- or Minister appointed says*
-
- The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to &mdash..
-
- *People* Glory to you, Lord Christ.
-
- Matthew 5:1-10 (The Beatitudes)
-
- Matthew 5:13-16 (You are the light...Let your light so shine)
-
- Matthew 7:21,24-29 (Like a wise man who built his house upon the rock)
-
- Mark 10:6-9,13-16 (They are no longer two but one)
-
- John 15:9-12 (Love one another as I have loved you)
-
-
- *After the Gospel, the Reader says*
-
- The Gospel of the Lord.
-
- *People* Praise to you, Lord Christ.
-
- *A homily or other response to the Readings may follow.*
-
- <page 427>
-
-
- <The Marriage>
-
- *The Man, facing the woman and taking her right hand in his, says*
-
- In the Name of God, I, &N., take you, &N., to be my wife, to
- have and to hold from this day forward, for better for worse,
- for richer for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and to
- cherish, until we are parted by death. This is my solemn vow.
-
- *Then they loose their hands, and the Woman, still facing the man, takes
- his right hand in hers, and says*
-
- In the Name of God, I, &N., take you, &N., to be my husband,
- to have and to hold from this day forward, for better for worse,
- for richer for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and to
- cherish, until we are parted by death. This is my solemn vow.
-
- *The loose their hands.*
-
-
- *The Priest may ask God's blessing on a ring or rings as follows*
-
- Bless, O Lord, =this ring= to be =a sign= of the vows by which
- this man and this woman have bound themselves to each
- other; through Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
-
- *The giver places the ring on the ring-finger of the other's hand and
- says*
-
- &N., I give you this ring as a symbol of my vow, and with all
- that I am, and all that I have, I honor you, in the Name of
- the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit (*or* in the
- Name of God).
-
- <Page 428>
-
- *Then the Celebrant joins the right hands of husband and wife and says*
-
- Now that &N. and &N. have given themselves to each other by
- solemn vows, with the joining of hands and the giving and
- receiving of a ring, I pronounce that they are husband
- and wife, in the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and
- of the Holy Spirit.
-
- Those whom God has joined together let no one put asunder.
-
- *People* Amen.
-
-
- <The Prayers>
-
- *All standing, the Celebrant says*
-
- Let us pray together in the words our Savior taught us.
-
- *People and Celebrant*
-
- 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.
-
- <parallel column>
-
- 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.
-
- *If Communion is to follow, the Lord's Prayer may be omitted here.*
-
- <page 429>
-
- *The Deacon or other person appointed reads the following prayers, to
- which the People respond, saying, Amen.*
-
- *If there is not to be a Communion, one or more of the prayers may be
- omitted.*
-
- Let us pray.
-
- Eternal God, creator and preserver of all life, author of
- salvation, and giver of all grace: Look with favor upon
- the world you have made, and for which your Son gave his life,
- and especially upon this man and this woman whom you
- make one flesh in Holy Matrimony. =Amen.=
-
- Give them wisdom and devotion in the ordering of their
- common life, that each may be to the other a strength in need, a
- counselor in perplexity, a comfort in sorrow, and a companion
- in joy. =Amen.=
-
- Grant that their wills may be so knit together in your will,
- and their spirits in your Spirit, that they may grow in love
- and peace with you and one another all the days of their life.
- =Amen.=
-
- Give them grace, when they hurt each other, to recognize and
- acknowledge their fault, and to seek each other's forgiveness
- and yours. =Amen.=
-
- Make their life together a sign of Christ's love to this sinful
- and broken world, that unity may overcome estrangement, forgiveness
- heal guilt, and joy conquer despair. =Amen.=
-
- [[Bestow on them, if it is your will, the gift and heritage of
- children, and the grace to bring them up to know you, to love you,
- and to serve you. =Amen.=]]
-
- Give them such fulfillment of their mutual affection that they
- may reach out in love and concern for others. =Amen.=
-
- <page 430>
-
- Grant that all married persons who have witnessed these vows
- may find their lives strengthened and their loyalties
- confirmed. =Amen.=
-
- Grant that the bonds of our common humanity, by which all
- your children are united one to another, and the living to the
- dead, may be so transformed by your grace, that your will may
- be done on earth as it is in heaven; where, O Father, with your
- Son, and the Holy Spirit, you live and reign in perfect unity,
- now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
-
- <The Blessing of the Marriage>
-
- *The people remain standing. The husband and wife kneel, and the Priest
- says one of the following prayers*
-
- Most gracious God, we give you thanks for your tender love
- in sending Jesus Christ to come among us, to be born of a
- human mother, and to make the way of the cross to be the
- way of life. We thank you, also, for consecrating the union of
- man and woman in his Name. By the power of your Holy
- Spirit, your out the abundance of your blessing upon this
- man and this woman. Defend them from every enemy. Lead
- them into all peace. Let their love for each other be a seal
- upon their hearts, a mantle about their shoulders, and a
- crown upon their foreheads. Bless them in their work and in
- their companionship; in their sleeping and in their waking; in
- their joys and in their sorrows; in their life and in their death.
- Finally, in your mercy, bring them to that table where your
- saints feast for ever in your heavenly home; through Jesus
- Christ our Lord, who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and
- reigns, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- <page 431>
-
- *or this*
-
- O God, you have so consecrated the covenant of marriage
- that in it is represented the spiritual unity between Christ
- and his Church: Send therefore your blessing upon these your
- servants, that they may so love, honor, and cherish each other
- in faithfulness and patience, in wisdom and true godliness,
- that their home may be a haven of blessing and peace;
- through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you
- and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
-
- *The husband and wife still kneeling, the Priest adds this blessing*
-
- God the Father, God the Son, God the Holy Spirit, bless,
- preserve, and keep you; the Lord mercifully with his favor
- look upon you, and fill you with all spiritual benediction and
- grace; that you may faithfully live together in this life, and
- in the age to come have life everlasting. =Amen.=
-
-
- <The Peace>
-
- *The Celebrant may say to the people*
-
- The peace of the Lord be always with you.
-
- *People* And also with you.
-
- *The newly married couple then greet each other, after which greetings
- may be exchanged throughout the congregation.*
-
- *When Communion is not to follow, the wedding party leaves the church. A
- hymn, psalm, or anthem may be sung, or instrumental music may be
- played.*
-
- <page 432>
-
-
- <At the Eucharist>
-
- *The liturgy then continues with the Offertory, at which the newly
- married couple may present the offerings of bread and wine.*
-
- *Preface of Marriage*
-
- *At the Communion, it is appropriate that the newly married couple
- receive Communion first, after the ministers.*
-
- *In place of the usual postcommunion prayer, the following is said*
-
- O God, the giver of all that is true and lovely and gracious:
- We give you thanks for binding us together in these holy
- mysteries of the Body and Blood of your Son Jesus Christ.
- Grant that by your Holy Spirit, &N. and &N., now joined in Holy
- Matrimony, may become one in heart and soul, live in fidelity
- and peace, and obtain those eternal joys prepared for all who
- love you; for the sake of Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
- *As the wedding party leaves the church, a hymn, psalm, or anthem may be
- sung, or instrumental music may be played.*
-
- <page 433>
-
-
-
- <The Blessing
- of a Civil Marriage>
-
- *The Rite begins as prescribed for celebrations of the Holy Eucharist,
- using the Collect and Lessons appointed in the Marriage service.*
-
- *After the Gospel (and homily), the husband and wife stand before the
- Celebrant, who addresses them in these or similar words*
-
- &N. and &N., you have come here today to seek the blessing of
- God and of his Church upon your marriage. I require,
- therefore, that you promise, with the help of God, to fulfill
- the obligations which Christian Marriage demands.
-
-
- *The Celebrant then addresses the husband, saying*
-
- &N., you have taken &N. to be your wife. Do you promise to
- love her, comfort her, honor and keep her, in sickness and in
- health; and, forsaking all others, to be faithful to her as long
- as you both shall live?
-
- *The Husband answers* I do.
-
-
- *The Celebrant then addresses the wife, saying*
-
- &N., you have taken &N. to be your husband. Do you promise
- to love him, comfort him, honor and keep him, in sickness
- and in health; and, forsaking all others, to be faithful to him
- as long as you both shall live?
-
- *The Wife answers* I do.
-
- <page 434>
-
- *The Celebrant then addresses the congregation, saying*
-
- Will you who have witnessed these promises do all in your
- power to uphold these two persons in their marriage?
-
- *People* We will.
-
- *If a ring or rings are to be blessed, the wife extends her hand (and
- the husband extends his hand) toward the Priest, who says*
-
- Bless, O Lord, =this ring= to be =a sign= of the vows by which
- this man and this woman have bound themselves to each
- other; through Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
-
- *The Celebrant joins the right hands of the husband and wife and says
- Those whom God has joined together let no one put asunder.*
-
- *The Congregation responds* Amen.
-
- *The service continues with The Prayers on page 428.*
-
- <page 435>
-
-
- <An Order for Marriage>
-
- *If it is desired to celebrate a marriage otherwise than as provided on
- page 423 of this Book, this Order is used.*
-
- *Normally, the celebrant is a priest or bishop. Where permitted by
- civil law, and when no priest or bishop is available, a deacon may
- function as celebrant, but does not pronounce a nuptial blessing.*
-
- *The laws of the State and the canons of this Church having been
- complied with, the man and the woman, together with their witnesses,
- families, and friends assemble in the church or in some other convenient
- place.*
-
- 1. The teaching of the Church concerning Holy Matrimony, as it is
- declared in the formularies and canons of this Church, is briefly
- stated.
-
- 2. The intention of the man and the woman to enter the state of
- matrimony, and their free consent, is publicly ascertained.
-
- 3. One or more Readings, one of which is always from Holy Scripture,
- may precede the exchange of vows. If there is to be a Communion, a
- Reading from the Gospel is always included.
-
- 4. The vows of the man and woman are exchanged, using the following
- form
-
- <page 436>
-
- In the Name of God, I, &N., take you, &N., to be my
- (wife) (husband), to have and to hold from this day forward,
- for better for worse, for richer for poorer, in sickness and in
- health, to love and to cherish, until we are parted by death.
- This is my solemn vow.
-
- *or this*
-
- I, &N., take thee, &N., to my wedded (wife) (husband), to have
- and to hold from this day forward, for better for worse, for
- richer for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and to
- cherish, till death do us part, according to God's holy
- ordinance; and thereto I (plight) (give) thee my troth.
-
- 5. The Celebrant declares the union of the man and woman as husband
- and wife, in the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy
- Spirit.
-
- 6. Prayers are offered for the husband and wife, for their life
- together, for the Christian community, and for the world.
-
- 7. A priest or bishop pronounces a solemn blessing upon the couple.
-
- 8. If there is no Communion, the service concludes with the Peace,
- the husband and wife first greeting each other. The Peace may be
- exchanged throughout the assembly.
-
- 9. If there is to be a Communion, the service continues with the
- Peace and the Offertory. The Holy Eucharist may be celebrated either
- according to Rite One or Rite Two in this Book, or according to the
- Order in page 401.
-
- <page 437>
-
-
- <Additional Directions>
-
- *If Banns are to be published, the following form is used*
-
- I publish the Banns of Marriage between &N. &N.. of &mdash. and &N. &N..
- of &mdash.. If any of you know just cause why they may not be joined
- together in Holy Matrimony, you are bidden to declare it. This is the
- first (*or* second, *or* third) time of asking.
-
- *The Celebration and Blessing of a Marriage may be used with any
- authorized liturgy for the Holy Eucharist. This service then replaces
- the Ministry of the Word, and the Eucharist begins with the Offertory.*
-
- *After the Declaration of Consent, if there is to be a giving in
- marriage, or presentation, the Celebrant asks*
-
- Who gives (presents) this woman to be married to this man?
-
- *or the following*
-
- Who presents this woman and this man to be married to each other?
-
- *To either question, the appropriate answer is, "I do." If more than
- one person responds, they do so together.*
-
- *For the Ministry of the Word it is fitting that the man and woman to be
- married remain where they may conveniently hear the reading of
- Scripture. They may approach the Altar, either for the exchange of
- vows, or for the Blessing of the Marriage.*
-
- *It is appropriate that all remain standing until the conclusion of the
- Collect. Seating may be provided for the wedding party, so that all may
- be seated for the Lessons and the homily.*
-
- *The Apostles' Creed may be recited after the Lessons, or after the
- homily, if there is one.*
-
- *When desired, some other suitable symbol of the vows may be used in
- place of the ring.*
-
- <page 438>
-
- *At the Offertory, it is desirable that the bread and wine be presented
- to the ministers by the newly married persons. They may then remain
- before the Lord's Table and receive Holy Communion before other members
- of the congregation.*
-
- <page 439>
-
-
- <A Thanksgiving for the Birth
- or Adoption of a Child>
-
- *As soon as convenient after the birth of a child, or after receiving a
- child by adoption, the parents, with other members of the family, should
- come to the church to be welcomed by the congregation and to give thanks
- to Almighty God. It is desirable that this take place at a Sunday
- service. In the Eucharist it may follow the Prayers of the People
- preceding the Offertory. At Morning or Evening Prayer it may take place
- before the close of the Office.*
-
- *When desired, a briefer form of this service may be used, especially in
- the hospital or at home; in which case the Celebrant may begin with the
- Act of Thanksgiving, or with the prayer "O God, you have taught is." A
- passage from Scripture may first be read. Either Luke 2:41-51, or Luke
- 18:15-17, is appropriate.*
-
- *During the prayers, some parents may wish to express thanks in their
- own words.*
-
- *At the proper time, the Celebrant invites the parents and other members
- of the family to present themselves before the Altar.*
-
- <page 440>
-
-
- <For the Birth of a Child>
-
- *The Celebrant addresses the congregation in these or similar words*
-
- Dear Friends: The birth of a child is a joyous and solemn
- occasion in the life of a family. It is also an occasion for
- rejoicing in the Christian community. I bid you, therefore,
- to join &N. [and &N.] in giving thanks to Almighty God our
- heavenly Father, the Lord of all life, for the gift of &N. to be
- their son (daughter) [and with &N. (and &N. &N..), for a new
- brother (sister)]. Let us say together:
-
- *The service continues with the Magnificat or one of the Psalms on pages
- 441-443.*
-
-
- <For an Adoption>
-
- *The Celebrant addresses the congregation in these or similar words*
-
- Dear Friends: It has pleased God our heavenly Father to
- answer the earnest prayers of &N. [and &N.], member(s) of this
- Christian family, for the gift of a child. I bid you join with
- =them= [and with &N. (and &N. &N..), who now =has= a new brother
- (sister)] in offering heartfelt thanks for the joyful and solemn
- responsibility which is =theirs= by the coming of &N. to be a
- member of their family. But first, our friends wish us, here
- assembled, to witness the inauguration of this new
- relationship.
-
- The Celebrant asks the parent or parents
-
- &N. [and &N.], do you take this child for your own?
-
- *Parent(s)* I do.
-
- <page 441>
-
- *Then if the child is old enough to answer, the Celebrant asks*
-
- &N., do you take this woman as your mother?
-
- *Child* I do.
-
-
- *Celebrant* Do you take this man as your father?
-
- *Child* I do.
-
-
- *Then the Celebrant, holding or taking the child by the hand, gives the
- child to the mother or father, saying*
-
- As God has made us his children by adoption and grace, may
- you receive &N. as your own son (daughter).
-
-
- *Then one or both parents say these or similar words*
-
- May God, the Father of all, bless our child &N., and us who
- have given to him our family name, that wwe may live together
- in love and affection; through Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
-
- <Act of Thanksgiving>
-
- *The Celebrant says*
-
- Since it has pleased God to bestow upon &N. [and &N.] the gift
- of a child, let us now give thanks to him, and say together:
-
-
- <The Song of Mary>
-
- My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord,
-
- my spirit rejoices in God by 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.
-
- <page 442>
-
- 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.
-
- *or this*
-
-
- <Psalm 116>
-
- 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.
-
- Gracious is the LORD and righteous; *
- our God is full of compassion.
-
- How shall I repay the LORD *
- for all the good things he has done for me?
-
- I will lift up the cup of salvation *
- and call upon the Name of the LORD.
-
- I will fulfill my vows to the LORD *
- in the presence of all his people.
-
- In the courts of the LORD'S house, *
- in the midst of you, O Jerusalem.
- Hallelujah!
-
- Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: *
- as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.
-
- <page 443>
-
- <Psalm 23>
-
- The LORD is my shepherd; *
- I shall not be in want.
-
- He makes me lie down in green pastures *
- and leads me beside still waters.
-
- He revives my soul *
- and guides me along right pathways for his Name's sake.
-
- Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death,
- I shall fear no evil; *
- for you are with me;
- your rod and your staff, they comfort me.
-
- You spread a table before me in the presence of those
- /who trouble me; *
- you have anointed my head with oil,
- and my cup is running over.
-
- Surely your goodness and mercy shall follow me all the
- days of my life, *
- and I will dwell in the house of the LORD 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 Celebrant then says this prayer*
-
- Let us pray.
-
- O God, you have taught us through your blessed Son that
- whoever receives a little child in the name of Christ receives
- Christ himself: We give thanks for the blessing you have
- bestowed upon this family in giving them a child. Confirm
- their joy by a lively sense of your presence with them, and
- give them calm strength and patient wisdom as they seek to
- bring this child to love all that is true and noble, just and
- pure, lovable and gracious, excellent and admirable,
- following the example of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
- =Amen.=
-
- <page 444>
-
-
- <Prayers>
-
- *The Celebrant may add one or more of the following prayers*
-
- =For a safe delivery=
-
- O gracious God, we give you humble and hearty thanks that
- you have preserved through the pain and anxiety of child-
- birth your servant &N., who desires now to offer you her praises
- and thanksgivings. Grant, most merciful Father, that by your
- help she may live faithfully according to your will in this life,
- and finally partake of everlasting glory in the life to come;
- through Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
-
- =For the parents=
-
- Almighty God, giver of life and love, bless &N. and &N. Grant
- them wisdom and devotion in the ordering of their common
- life, that each may be to the other a strength in need, a
- counselor in perplexity, a comfort in sorrow, and a companion
- in joy. And so knit their wills together in your will and their
- spirits in your Spirit, that they may live together in love and
- peace all the days of their life; through Jesus Christ our Lord.
- =Amen.=
-
-
- =For a child not yet baptized=
-
- O eternal God, you have promised to be a father to a
- thousand generations of those who love and fear you: Bless
- this child and preserve =his= life; receive =him= and enable =him= to
- receive you, that through the Sacrament of Baptism =he= may
- become the child of God; through Jesus Christ our Lord.
- =Amen.=
-
-
- =For a child already baptized=
-
- Into your hands, O God, we place your child &N. Support =him=
- in =his= successes and in =his= failures, in =his= joys and in =his=
- <page 444>
- sorrows. As =he= grows in age, may =he= grow in grace, and in
- the knowledge of his Savior Jesus Christ. =Amen.=
-
-
- *The Celebrant may then bless the family*
-
- May God the Father, who by Baptism adopts us as his
- children, grant you grace. =Amen.=
-
- May God the Son, who sanctified a home at Nazareth, fill
- you with love. =Amen.=
-
- May God the Holy Spirit, who has made the Church one
- family, keep you in peace. =Amen.=
-
- *The Peace may be exchanged.*
-
-
- *The Minister of the Congregation is directed to instruct the people,
- from time to time, about the duty of Christian parents to make prudent
- provision for the well-being of their families, and of all persons to
- make wills, while they are in health, arranging for the disposal of
- their temporal goods, not neglecting, if they are able, to leave
- bequests for religious and charitable uses.*
-
- <page 446>
-
-
- <Concerning the Rite>
-
- *The ministry of reconciliation, which has been committed by Christ to
- his Church, is exercised through the care each Christian has for others,
- through the common prayer of Christians assembled for public worship,
- and through the priesthood of Christ and his ministers declaring
- absolution.*
-
- *The Reconciliation of a Penitent is available for all who desire it. It
- is not restricted to times of sickness. Confessions may be heard
- anytime and anywhere.*
-
- *Two equivalent forms of service are provided here to meet the needs of
- penitents. The absolution in these services may be pronounced only by a
- bishop or priest. Another Christian may be asked to hear a confession,
- but it must be made clear to the penitent that absolution will not be
- pronounced; instead, a declaration of forgiveness is provided.*
-
- *When a confession is heard in a church building, the confessor may sit
- inside the altar rails or in a place set aside to give greater privacy,
- and the penitent kneels nearby. If preferred, the confessor and
- penitent may sit face to face for a spiritual conference leading to
- absolution or a declaration of forgiveness.*
-
- *When the penitent has confessed all serious sins troubling the
- conscience and has given evidence of due contrition, the priest gives
- such counsel and encouragement as are needed and pronounces the
- absolution. Before giving absolution, the priest may assign to the
- penitent a psalm, prayer, or hymn to be said, or something to be done,
- as a sign of penitence and act of thanksgiving.*
-
- *The content of a confession is not normally a matter of subsequent
- discussion. The secrecy of a confession is morally absolute for the
- confessor, and must under no circumstances be broken.*
-
- <page 447>
-
-
- <The Reconciliation
- of a Penitent>
-
-
- <Form One>
-
- *The Penitent begins*
-
- Bless me, for I have sinned.
-
-
- *The Priest says*
-
- The Lord be in your heart and upon your lips that you may
- truly and humbly confess your sins: In the Name of the
- Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. =Amen.=
-
-
- *Penitent*
-
- I confess to Almighty God, to his Church, and to you, that
- I have sinned by my own fault in thought, word, and deed, in
- things done and left undone; especially &mdash.. For these
- and all other sins which I cannot now remember, I am truly
- sorry. I pray God to have mercy on me. I firmly intend
- amendment of life, and I humbly beg forgiveness of God and
- his Church, and ask you for counsel, direction, and absolution.
-
- *Here the Priest may offer counsel, direction, and comfort.*
-
- <page 448>
-
- *The Priest then pronounces this absolution*
-
- Our Lord Jesus Christ, who has left power to his Church to
- absolve all sinners who truly repent and believe in him, of
- his great mercy forgive you all your offenses; and by his
- authority committed to me, I absolve you from all your sins:
- In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy
- Spirit. =Amen.=
-
- *or this*
-
- Our Lord Jesus Christ, who offered himself to be sacrificed
- for us to the Father, and who conferred power on his Church
- to forgive sins, absolve you through my ministry by the grace
- of the Holy Spirit, and restore you in the perfect peace of
- the Church. =Amen.=
-
-
- *The Priest adds*
-
- The Lord has put away all your sins.
-
- *Penitent* Thanks be to God.
-
- *The Priest concludes*
-
- Go (or abide) in peace, and pray for me, a sinner.
-
-
- *Declaration of Forgiveness
- to be used by a Deacon or Lay Person*
-
- Our Lord Jesus Christ, who offered himself to be sacrificed
- for us to the Father, forgives your sins by the grace of the
- Holy Spirit. =Amen.=
-
- <page 449>
-
-
- <Form Two>
-
- *The Priest and Penitent begin as follows*
-
- 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 us.
-
- *Penitent* Pray for me, a sinner.
-
- *Priest*
-
- May God in his love enlighten your heart, that you may
- remember in truth all your sins and his unfailing mercy.
- =Amen.=
-
- *The Priest may then say one or more of these or other appropriate
- verses of Scripture, first saying*
-
- Hear the Word of God to all who truly turn to him.
-
- Come to me, all ye that travail and are heavy laden, and I
- will refresh you. =Matthew 11:28=
-
- God so loved the world, that he gave his only-begotten Son,
- to the end that all that believe in him should not perish, but
- have everlasting life. =John 3:16=
-
- This is a true saying, and worthy of all men to be received,
- that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners.
- =1 Timothy 1:15=
-
- <page 450>
-
- If any man sin, we have an Advocate with the Father, Jesus
- Christ the righteous; and he is the perfect offering for our
- sins, and not for ours only, but for the sins of the whole world.
- =1 John 2:1-2=
-
-
- *The Priest then continues*
-
- Now, in the presence of Christ, and of me, his minister,
- confess your sins with a humble and obedient heart to
- Almighty God, our Creator and our Redeemer.
-
-
- *The Penitent says*
-
- Holy God, heavenly Father, you formed me from the dust in
- your image and likeness, and redeemed me from sin and
- death by the cross of your Son Jesus Christ. Through the
- water of baptism you clothed me with the shining garment of
- his righteousness, and established me among your children in
- your kingdom. But I have squandered the inheritance of your
- saints, and have wandered far in a land that is waste.
-
- Especially, I confess to you and to the Church...
-
- *Here the Penitent confesses particular sins.*
-
- Therefore, O Lord, from these and all other sins I cannot
- now remember, I turn to you in sorrow and repentance.
- Receive me again into the arms of your mercy, and restore me
- to the blessed company of your faithful people; through him
- in whom you have redeemed the world, your Son our Savior
- Jesus Christ. =Amen.=
-
-
- *The Priest may then offer words of comfort and counsel.*
-
- *Priest*
-
- Will you turn again to Christ as your Lord?
-
- *Penitent* I will.
-
- <page 451>
-
- Priest
-
- Do you, then, forgive those who have sinned against you?
-
- *Penitent* I forgive them.
-
- *Priest*
-
- May Almighty God in mercy receive your confession of
- sorrow and of faith, strengthen you in all goodness, and by
- the power of the Holy Spirit keep you in eternal life. =Amen.=
-
- *The Priest then lays a hand upon the penitent's head (or extends a hand
- over the penitent), saying one of the following*
-
- Our Lord Jesus Christ, who offered himself to be sacrificed
- for us to the Father, and who conferred power on his Church
- to forgive sins, absolve you through my ministry by the grace
- of the Holy Spirit, and restore you in the perfect peace of the
- Church. =Amen.=
-
- *or this*
-
- Our Lord Jesus Christ, who has left power to his Church to
- absolve all sinners who truly repent and believe in him, of
- his great mercy forgive you all your offenses; and by his
- authority committed to me, I absolve you from all your sins:
- In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy
- Spirit. =Amen.=
-
-
- *The Priest concludes*
-
- Now there is rejoicing in heaven; for you were lost, and
- are found; you were dead, and are now alive in Christ Jesus
- our Lord. Go (or abide) in peace. The Lord has put away all
- your sins.
-
- *Penitent* Thanks be to God.
-
- <page 452>
-
- *Declaration of Forgiveness
- to be used by a Deacon or Lay Person*
-
- Our Lord Jesus Christ, who offered himself to be sacrificed
- for us to the Father, forgives your sins by the grace of the
- Holy Spirit. =Amen.=
-
- <page 453>
-
-
-
- <Ministration to the Sick>
-
- *In case of illness, the Minister of the Congregation is to be
- notified.*
-
- *At the ministration, one or more parts of the following service are
- used, as appropriate, but when two or more are used together, they are
- used in the order indicated. The Lord's Prayer is always included.*
-
- *Part One of this service may always be led by a deacon or lay person.*
-
- *When the Laying on of Hands takes place at a public celebration of the
- Eucharist, it is desirable that it precede the distribution of Holy
- Communion, and it is recommended that it take place immediately before
- the exchange of the Peace.*
-
- *The Celebrant begins the service with the following or some other
- greeting*
-
- Peace be to this house (place), and to all who dwell in it.
-
-
- <Part I. Ministry of the Word>
-
- *One or more of the following or other passages of Scripture are read*
-
-
- =General=
-
- 2 Corinthians 1:3-5 (God comforts us in affliction)
-
- Psalm 91 (He will give his angels charge over you)
-
- Luke 17:11-19 (Your faith has made you well)
-
- <page 454>
-
-
- =Penitence=
-
- Hebrews 12:1-2 (Looking to Jesus, the perfecter of our faith)
-
- Psalm 103 (He forgives all your sins)
-
- Matthew 9:2-8 (Your sins are forgiven)
-
-
- =When Anointing is to follow=
-
- James 5:14-16 (Is any among you sick?)
-
- Psalm 23 (You have anointed my head with oil)
-
- Mark 6:7,12-13 (They anointed with oil many that were sick)
-
-
- =When Communion is to follow=
-
- 1 John 5:13-15 (That you may know that you have eternal life)
-
- Psalm 145:14-22 (The eyes of all wait upon you, O Lord)
-
- John 6:47-51 (I am the bread of life)
-
-
- *After any Reading, the Celebrant may comment on it briefly.*
-
- *Prayers may be offered according to the occasion.*
-
- *The Priest may suggest the making of a special confession, if the sick
- person's conscience is troubled, and use the form for the Reconciliation
- of a Penitent.*
-
- *Or else the following general confession may be said*
-
- 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.
- <page 455>
- For the sake of you 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.
-
-
- *The Priest alone says*
-
- Almighty God have mercy on you, forgive you all your sins
- through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen you in all goodness,
- and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep you in eternal life.
- =Amen.=
-
- *A deacon or lay person using the preceding form substitutes "us"
- for "you" and "our" for "your."*
-
-
- <Part II. Laying on of Hands and Anointing>
-
- [[*If oil for the Anointing of the Sick is to be blessed, the Priest
- says*
-
- O Lord, holy Father, giver of health and salvation: Send your
- Holy Spirit to sanctify this oil; that, as your holy apostles
- anointed many that were sick and healed them, so may those
- who in faith and repentance receive this holy unction be
- made whole; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and
- reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and
- ever. =Amen.=]]
-
-
- *The following anthem is said*
-
- Savior of the world, by your cross and precious blood you
- have redeemed us;
- =Save us and help us, we humbly beseech you, O Lord.=
-
-
- *The Priest then lays hands upon the sick person, and says one of the
- following*
-
- <page 456>
-
- &N., I lay my hands upon you in the Name of the Father, and
- of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, beseeching our Lord Jesus
- Christ to sustain you with his presence, to drive away all
- sickness of body and spirit, and to give you that victory of life
- and peace which will enable you to serve him both now and
- evermore. =Amen.=
-
- *or this*
-
- &N., I lay my hands upon you in the Name of our Lord and
- Savior Jesus Christ, beseeching him to uphold you and fill
- you with his grace, that you may know the healing power of
- his love. =Amen.=
-
-
- *If the person is to be anointed, the Priest dips a thumb in the holy
- oil, and makes the sign of the cross on the sick person's forehead,
- saying*
-
- &N., I anoint you with oil in the Name of the Father, and of the Son,
- and of the Holy Spirit. =Amen.=
-
-
- *The Priest may add*
-
- As you are outwardly anointed with this holy oil, so may our
- heavenly Father grant you the inward anointing of the Holy
- Spirit. Of his great mercy, may he forgive you your sins,
- release you from suffering, and restore you to wholeness and
- strength. May he deliver you from all evil, preserve you in all
- goodness, and bring you to everlasting life; through Jesus
- Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
-
- *In cases of necessity, a deacon or lay person may perform the
- anointing, using oil blessed by a bishop or priest.*
-
- *If Communion is not to follow, the Lord's Prayer is now said.*
-
-
- *The Priest concludes*
-
- The Almighty Lord, who is a strong tower to all who put their
- trust in him, to whom all things in heaven, on earth, and under
- <page 457>
- the earth bow and obey: Be now and evermore your defense,
- and make you know and feel that the only Name under
- heaven given for health and salvation is the Name of our Lord
- Jesus Christ. =Amen.=
-
-
- <Part III. Holy Communion>
-
- *If the Eucharist is to be celebrated, the Priest begins with the [Peace
- and] Offertory.*
-
- *If Communion is to be administered from the reserved Sacrament, the
- form for Communion under Special Circumstances is used, beginning with
- the [Peace and] Lord's Prayer on page 398.
-
- *If the sick person cannot receive either the consecrated Bread or the
- Wine, it is suitable to administer the Sacrament in one kind only.*
-
- *One of the usual postcommunion prayers is said, or the following*
-
- Gracious Father, we give you praise and thanks for this Holy
- Communion of the Body and Blood of your beloved Son
- Jesus Christ, the pledge of our redemption; and we pray that
- it may bring us forgiveness of our sins, strength in our
- weakness, and everlasting salvation; through Jesus Christ
- our Lord. =Amen.=
-
-
- *The service concludes with a blessing or with a dismissal*
-
- Let us bless the Lord.
- =Thanks be to God.=
-
- *If a person desires to receive the Sacrament, but, by reason of extreme
- sickness or physical disability, is unable to eat and drink the Bread
- and Wine, the Celebrant is to assure that person that all the benefits
- of Communion are received, even though the Sacrament is not received
- with the mouth.*
-
- <page 458>
-
- <Prayers for the Sick>
-
-
- =For a Sick Person=
-
- O Father of mercies and God of all comfort, our only help in
- time of need: We humbly beseech thee to behold, visit, and
- relieve thy sick servant &N. for whom our prayers are desired.
- Look upon =him= with the eyes of thy mercy; comfort =him= with
- a sense of thy goodness; preserve =him= from the temptations
- of the enemy; and give =him= patience under =his= affliction. In
- thy good time, restore =him= to health, and enable =him= to lead
- the residue of =his= life in thy fear, and to thy glory; and grant
- that =he= may dwell with thee in life everlasting; through
- Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
-
- =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 &N.
- the help of your power, that =his= sickness may be turned into
- health, and our sorrow into joy; through Jesus Christ our
- Lord. =Amen.=
-
- *or this*
-
- O God of heavenly powers, by the might of your command
- you drive away from our bodies all sickness and all infirmity:
- Be present in your goodness with your servant &N., that =his=
- weakness may be banished and his strength restored; and that,
- his health being renewed, =he= may bless your holy Name;
- through Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
-
- =For a Sick Child=
-
- Heavenly Father, watch with us over your child &N., and grant
- that =he= may be restored to that perfect health which it is
- yours alone to give; through Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
- <page 459>
-
- *or this*
-
- Lord Jesus Christ, Good Shepherd of the sheep, you gather
- the lambs in your arms and carry them in your bosom: We
- commend to your loving care this child &N. Relieve =his= pain,
- guard =him= from all danger, restore to =him= your gifts of
- gladness and strength, and raise =him= up to a life of service to
- you. Hear us, we pray, for you dear Name's sake. =Amen.=
-
-
- =Before an Operation=
-
- Almighty God our heavenly Father, graciously comfort your
- servant &N. in =his= suffering, and bless the means made use of
- for =his= cure. Fill =his= heart with confidence that, though at times
- =he= may be afraid, he yet may put =his= trust in you; through Jesus
- Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
- *or this*
-
- Strengthen your servant &N., O God, to do what =he= has to do
- and bear what =he= has to bear; that, accepting your healing
- gifts through the skill of surgeons and nurses, =he= may be
- restored to usefulness in your world with a thankful heart; through
- Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
-
- =For Strength and Confidence=
-
- Heavenly Father, giver of life and health: Comfort and
- relieve your sick servant &N., and give your power of healing to
- those who minister to =his= needs, that =he= may be strengthened in
- his weakness and have confidence in your loving care; through
- Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
- <page 460>
-
-
- =For the Sanctification of Illness=
-
- Sanctify, O Lord, the sickness of your servant &N., that the
- sense of =his= weakness may add strength to =his= faith and
- seriousness to his repentance; and grant that =he= may live with
- you in everlasting life; through Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
-
- =For Health of Body and Soul=
-
- May God the Father bless you, God the Son heal you, God
- the Holy Spirit give you strength. May God the holy and
- undivided Trinity guard your body, save your soul, and bring
- you safely to his heavenly country; where he lives and reigns
- for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
-
- =For Doctors and Nurses=
-
- Sanctify, O Lord, those whom you have called to the study
- and practice of the arts of healing, and to the prevention of
- disease and pain. Strengthen them by your life-giving Spirit,
- that by their ministries the health of the community may be
- promoted and your creation glorified; through Jesus Christ
- our Lord. =Amen.=
-
-
- =Thanksgiving for a Beginning of Recovery=
-
- O Lord, your compassions never fail and your mercies are
- new every morning: We give you thanks for giving our
- brother (sister) &N. both relief from pain and hope of health
- renewed. Continue in =him=, we pray, the good work you have
- begun; that =he=, daily increasing in bodily strength, and
- rejoicing in your goodness, may so order =his= life and conduct
- that =he= may always think and do those things that please
- you; through Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
- <page 461>
-
-
- <Prayers for use by a Sick Person>
-
- =For Trust in God=
-
- O God, the source of all health: So fill my heart with faith in
- your love, that with calm expectancy I may make room for
- your power to possess me, and gracefully accept your
- healing; through Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
-
- =In Pain=
-
- Lord Jesus Christ, by your patience in suffering you hallowed
- earthly pain and gave us the example of obedience to your
- Father's will: Be near me in my time of weakness and pain;
- sustain me by your grace, that my strength and courage may
- not fail; heal me according to your will; and help me always
- to believe that what happens to me here is of little account if
- you hold me in eternal life, my Lord and my God. =Amen.=
-
-
- =For Sleep=
-
- O heavenly Father, you give your children sleep for the
- refreshing of soul and body: Grant me this gift, I pray; keep
- me in that perfect peace which you have promised to those
- whose minds are fixed on you; and give me such a sense of
- your presence, that in the hours of silence I may enjoy the
- blessed assurance of your love; through Jesus Christ our
- Lord. =Amen.=
-
-
- =In the Morning=
-
- This is another day, O Lord. I know not what it will bring
- forth, but make me ready, Lord, for whatever it may be. If I
- am to stand up, help me to stand bravely. If I am to sit still,
- help me to sit quietly. If I am to lie low, help me to do it
- patiently. And if I am to do nothing, let me do it gallantly.
- Make these words more than words, and give me the Spirit
- of Jesus. =Amen.=
-
- <page 462>
-
-
- <Ministration at the
- Time of Death>
-
- *When a person is near death, the Minister of the Congregation should be
- notified, in order that the ministrations of the Church may be
- provided.*
-
-
- =A Prayer for a Person near Death=
-
- Almighty God, look on this your servant, lying in great
- weakness, and comfort him with the promise of life
- everlasting, given in the resurrection of your Son Jesus
- Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
-
- <Litany at the Time of Death>
-
- *When possible, it is desirable that members of the family and friends
- come together to join in the Litany.*
-
- God the Father,
- =Have mercy on your servant.=
-
- God the Son,
- =Have mercy on your servant.=
-
- God the Holy Spirit,
- =Have mercy on your servant.=
-
- <page 463>
-
- Holy Trinity, one God,
- =Have mercy on your servant.=
-
- From all evil, from all sin, from all tribulation,
- =Good Lord, deliver him.=
-
- By your holy Incarnation, by your Cross and Passion, by
- your precious Death and Burial,
- =Good Lord, deliver him.=
-
- By your glorious Resurrection and Ascension, and by the
- Coming of the Holy Spirit,
- =Good Lord, deliver him.=
-
- We sinners beseech you to hear us, Lord Christ: That it may
- please you to deliver the soul of your servant from the power
- of evil, and from eternal death,
- =We beseech you to hear us, good Lord.=
-
- That it may please you mercifully to pardon all =his= sins,
- =We beseech you to hear us, good Lord.=
-
- That it may please you to grant =him= a place of refreshment
- and everlasting blessedness,
- =We beseech you to hear us, good Lord.=
-
- That it may please you to give =him= joy and gladness in your
- kingdom, with your saints in light,
- =We beseech you to hear us, good Lord.=
-
- Jesus, Lamb of God:
- =Have mercy on *him*.=
-
- Jesus, bearer of our sins:
- =Have mercy on *him*.=
-
- Jesus, redeemer of the world:
- =Give *him* your peace.=
-
- <page 464>
-
- Lord, have mercy.
- =Christ, have mercy.=
- Lord, have mercy.
-
- *Officiant and People*
-
- 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.
-
- <parallel column>
-
- 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 Officiant says this Collect*
-
- Let us pray.
-
- Deliver your servant, &N., O Sovereign Lord Christ, from all
- evil, and set =him= free from every bond; that =he= may rest with
- all your saints in the eternal habitations; where with the
- Father and the Holy Spirit your live and reign, one God, for
- ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
-
- =A Commendation at the Time of Death=
-
- Depart, O Christian soul, out of this world;
- In the Name of God the Father Almighty who created you;
- In the Name of Jesus Christ who redeemed you;
- In the Name of the Holy Spirit who sanctifies you.
- May your rest be this day in peace,
- and your dwelling place in the Paradise of God.
-
- <page 465>
-
-
- =A Commendatory Prayer=
-
- Into your hands, O merciful Savior, we commend your
- servant &N. Acknowledge, we humbly beseech you, a sheep of
- your own fold, a lamb of your own flock, a sinner of your
- own redeeming. Receive =him= into the arms of your mercy,
- into the blessed rest of everlasting peace, and into the
- glorious company of the saints in light. =Amen.=
-
- May =his= soul and the souls of all the departed, through the
- mercy of God, rest in peace. =Amen.=
-
-
- =Prayers for a Vigil=
-
- *It is appropriate that the family and friends come together for prayers
- prior to the funeral. Suitable Psalms, Lessons, and Collects (such as
- those in the Burial service) may be used. The Litany at the Time of
- Death may be said, or the following*
-
- Dear Friends: It was our Lord Jesus himself who said,
- "Come to me, all you who labor and are burdened, and I will
- give you rest." Let us pray, then, for our brother (sister) &N.,
- that =he= may rest from =his= labors, and enter into the light
- of God's eternal sabbath rest.
-
- Receive, O Lord, your servant, for =he= returns to you.
- =Into your hands, O Lord,
- we commend our brother (sister) &N.=
-
- Wash =him= in the holy font of everlasting life, and clothe
- =him= in his heavenly wedding garment.
- =Into your hands, O Lord,
- we commend our brother (sister) &N.=
-
- May =he= hear your words of invitation, "Come, you blessed of
- my Father."
- =Into your hands, O Lord,
- we commend our brother (sister) &N.=
-
- <page 466>
-
- May =he= gaze upon you, Lord, face to face, and taste the
- blessedness of perfect rest.
- =Into your hands, O Lord,
- we commend our brother (sister) &N.=
-
- May angels surround =him=, and saints welcome =him= in peace.
- =Into your hands, O Lord,
- we commend our brother (sister) &N.=
-
-
- *The Officiant concludes*
-
- Almighty God, our Father in heaven, before whom live all
- who die in the Lord: Receive our =brother= &N. into the courts of
- your heavenly dwelling place. Let =his= heart and soul now ring
- out in joy to you, O Lord, the living God, and the God of
- those who live. This we ask through Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
-
- <Reception of the Body>
-
- *The following form may be used at whatever time the body is brought to
- the church.*
-
- *The Celebrant meets the body at the door of the church and says*
-
- With faith in Jesus Christ, we receive the body of our brother
- (sister) &N. for burial. Let us pray with confidence to God, the
- Giver of life, that he will raise =him= to perfection in the
- company of the saints.
-
- *Silence may be kept; after which the Celebrant says*
-
- Deliver your servant, &N., O Sovereign Lord Christ, from all
- evil, and set =him= free from every bond; that =he= may rest with
- all your saints in the eternal habitations; where with the
- Father and the Holy Spirit you live and reign, one God, for
- ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- <page 467>
-
- Let us also pray for all who mourn, that they may cast their
- care on God, and know the consolation of his love.
-
- *Silence may be kept; after which the Celebrant says*
-
- Almighty God, look with pity upon the sorrows of your
- servants for whom we pray. Remember them, Lord, in your mercy;
- nourish them 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.=
-
-
- *If the Burial service is not to follow immediately, the body is then
- brought into the church, during which time a suitable psalm or anthem
- may be sung or said. Appropriate devotions, such as those appointed for
- the Vigil on page 465, may follow.*
-
- *When the order for the Burial of the Dead follows immediately, the
- service continues on page 469 or 491.*
-
- *A member of the congregation bearing the lighted Paschal Candle may
- lead the procession into the church.*
-
- <page 468>
-
- *Concerning the Service*
-
- *The death of a member of the Church should be reported as soon as
- possible to, and arrangements for the funeral should be made in
- consultation with, the Minister of the Congregation.*
-
- *Baptized Christians are properly buried from the church. The service
- should be held at a time when the congregation has opportunity to be
- present.*
-
- *The coffin is to be closed before the service, and it remains closed
- thereafter. It is appropriate that it be covered with a pall or other
- suitable covering.*
-
- *If necessary, or if desired, all or part of the service of Committal
- may be said in the church. If preferred, the Committal service may take
- place before the service in the church. It may also be used prior to
- cremation.*
-
- *A priest normally presides at the service. It is appropriate that the
- bishop, when present, preside at the Eucharist and pronounce the
- Commendation.*
-
- *It is desirable that the Lesson from the Old Testament, and the
- Epistle, be read by lay persons.*
-
- *When the services of a priest cannot be obtained, a deacon or lay
- reader may preside at the service.*
-
- *At the burial of a child, the passages from Lamentations, 1 John, and
- John 6, together with Psalm 23, are recommended.*
-
- *It is customary that the celebrant meet the body and go before it into
- the church or towards the grave.*
-
- *The anthems at the beginning of the service are sung or said as the
- body is borne into the church, or during the entrance of the ministers,
- or by the celebrant standing in the accustomed place.*
-
- <page 469>
-
-
-
- <The Burial of the Dead:
- Rite One>
-
- *All stand while one or more of the following anthems are sung or said*
-
- I am the resurrection and the life, saith the Lord;
- he that believeth in me, though he were dead, yet shall he live;
- and whosoever liveth and believeth in me shall never die.
-
- I know that my Redeemer liveth,
- and that he shall stand at the latter day upon the earth;
- and though this body be destroyed, yet shall I see God;
- whom I shall see for myself and mine eyes shall behold,
- and not as a stranger.
-
- For none of us liveth to himself,
- and no man dieth to himself.
- For if we live, we live unto the Lord.
- and if we die, we die unto the Lord.
- Whether we live, therefore, or die, we are the Lord's.
-
- Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord;
- even so saith the Spirit, for they rest from their labors.
-
-
- *The Celebrant says one of the following Collects, first saying*
-
- The Lord be with you.
-
- *People* And with thy spirit.
-
- *Celebrant* Let us pray.
-
- <page 470>
-
- =At the Burial of an Adult=
-
- O God, whose mercies cannot be numbered: Accept our
- prayers on behalf of thy servant &N., and grant =him= an
- entrance into the land of light and joy, in the fellowship of
- thy saints; through Jesus Crhist thy Son our Lord, who liveth
- and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, on God, now
- and for ever. =Amen.=
-
-
- =At the Burial of a Child=
-
- O God, whose beloved Son did take little children into his
- arms and bless them: Give us grace, we beseech thee, to
- entrust this child &N. to thy never-failing care and love, and
- bring us all to thy heavenly kingdom; through the same thy
- Son Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with thee
- and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
-
- *The people sit*
-
- *One or more of the following passages from Holy Scripture is read. If
- there is to be a Communion, a passage from the Gospel always
- concludes the Readings.*
-
-
- <From the Old Testament>
-
- Isaiah 25:6-9 (He will swallow up death in victory)
-
- Isaiah 61:1-3 (To comfort all that mourn)
-
- Lamentations 3:22-26, 31-33 (The Lord is good unto them
- that wait for him)
-
- Wisdom 3:1-5,9 (The souls of the righteous are in the hand of God)
-
- Job 19:21-27a (I know that my Redeemer liveth)
-
-
- *After the Old Testament Lesson, a suitable canticle or one of the
- following Psalms may be sung or said.*
-
- <page 471>
-
-
- <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;
-
- Why art thou so full of heaviness, 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 46> =Deus noster refugium=
-
- God is our hope and strength, *
- a very present help in trouble.
-
- Therefore will we not fear, though the earth be moved, *
- and though the hills be carried into the midst of the sea;
-
- Though the waters thereof rage and swell, *
- and though the mountains shake at the tempest of the same.
-
- There is a river, the streams whereof make glad the city of God, *
- the holy place of the tabernacle of the Most Highest.
-
- <page 472>
-
- God is in the midst of her,
- therefore shall she not be removed; *
- God shall help her, and that right early.
-
- Be still then, and know that I am God; *
- I will be exalted among the nations,
- and I will be exalted in the earth.
-
- The LORD of hosts is with us; *
- the God of Jacob is our refuge.
-
-
- <Psalm 90> =Domino, refugium=
-
- LORD, thou hast been our refuge, *
- from one generation to another.
-
- Before the mountains were brought forth,
- or ever the earth and the world were made, *
- thou art God from everlasting, and the world without end.
-
- Thou turnest man to destruction; *
- again thou sayest, Come again, ye children of men.
-
- For a thousand years in thy sight are but as yesterday
- /when it is past, *
- and as a watch in the night.
-
- As soon as thou scatterest them they are even as a sleep, *
- and fade away suddenly like the grass.
-
- In the morning it is green, and groweth up; *
- but in the evening it is cut down, dried up, and withered.
-
- For we consume away in thy displeasure, *
- and are afraid at thy wrathful indignation.
-
- Thou hast set our misdeeds before thee, *
- and our secret sins in the light of thy countenance.
-
- <page 473>
-
- For when thou are angry all our days are gone; *
- we bring our years to an end, as it were a tale that is told.
-
- The days of our age are threescore years and ten;
- and though men be so strong that thy come to fourscore years, *
- yet is their strength then but labor and sorrow,
- so soon passeth it away, and we are gone.
-
- So teach us to number our days, *
- that we may apply our hearts unto wisdom.
-
-
- <Psalm 121> =Levavi oculos=
-
- I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills; *
- from whence cometh my help?
-
- My help cometh even from the LORD, *
- who hath made heaven and earth.
-
- He will not suffer thy foot to be moved, *
- and he that keepeth thee will not sleep.
-
- Behold, he that keepeth Israel *
- shall neither slumber nor sleep.
-
- The LORD himself is thy keeper; *
- the LORD is thy defence upon thy right hand;
-
- So that the sun shall not burn by day, *
- neither the moon by night.
-
- The LORD shall preserve thee from all evil; *
- yea, it is even he that shall keep thy soul.
-
- The LORD shall preserve thy going out, and thy coming in, *
- from this time forth for evermore.
-
- <page 474>
-
-
- <Psalm 130> =De profundis=
-
- Out of the deep have I called unto thee, O LORD; *
- Lord, hear my voice.
-
- O let thine ears consider well *
- the voice of my complaint.
-
- If thou, LORD, wilt be extreme to mark what is done amiss, *
- O Lord, who may abide it?
-
- Fore there is mercy with thee, *
- therefore shalt thou be feared.
-
- I look for the LORD; my soul doth wait for him; *
- in his word is my trust.
-
- My soul fleeth unto the Lord before the morning watch; *
- I say, before the morning watch.
-
- O Israel, trust in the LORD,
- for with the LORD there is mercy, *
- and with him is plenteous redemption.
-
- And he shall redeem Israel *
- from all his sins.
-
-
- <Psalm 139> =Domine, probasti=
-
- O 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 art acquainted with all my ways.
-
- For lo, there is not a word in my tongue, *
- but thou, O LORD, knowest it altogether.
-
- <page 475>
-
- Thou hast beset 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 day; *
- the darkness and light to thee are both alike.
-
-
- <From the New Testament>
-
- Romans 8:14-19, 34-35, 37-39 (The glory that shall be revealed)
-
- 1 Corinthians 15:20-26, 35-38, 42-44, 53-58 (Raised in incorruption)
-
- 2 Corinthians 4:16-5:9 (Things which are not seen are eternal)
-
- 1 John 3:1-2 (We shall be like him)
-
- Revelation 7:9-17 (God shall wipe away all tears)
-
- Revelation 21:2-7 (Behold, I make all things new)
-
-
- *After the New Testament Lesson, a suitable canticle or hymn, or one of
- the following Psalms may be sung or said*
-
- <Page 476>
-
-
- <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 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 in the presence of them
- /that trouble me; *
- thou hast anointed my head with oil,
- and my cup shall be full.
-
- Surely 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 23> =King James Version=
-
- 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.
-
- He restoreth my soul; *
- he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his
- /Name's sake.
-
- <page 477>
-
- Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death,
- I will fear no evil; *
- for thou are with me;
- thy rod and thy staff, they comfort me.
-
- Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of
- /mine enemies; *
- thou annointest my head with oil;
- my cup runneth over.
-
- Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days
- /of my life, *
- and I will dwell in the house of the LORD for ever.
-
-
- <Psalm 27> =Dominus illuminatio=
-
- The LORD is my light and my salvation;
- whom then shall I fear? *
- the LORD is the strength of my life;
- of whom then shall I be afraid?
-
- One thing have I desired of the LORD, which I will require, *
- even that I may dwell in the house of the LORD all the
- /days of my life,
- to behold the fair beauty of the LORD, and to visit his temple.
-
- For in the time of trouble he shall hide me in his tabernacle; *
- yea, in the secret place of his dwelling shall he hide me,
- and set me up upon a rock of stone.
-
- And now shall he lift up mine head *
- above mine enemies round about me.
-
- Therefore will I offer in his dwelling an oblation with
- /great gladness; *
- I will sing and speak praises unto the LORD.
-
- Hearken unto my voice, O LORD, when I cry unto thee; *
- have mercy upon me, and hear me.
-
- <page 478>
-
- My heart hath talked of thee, Seek ye my face. *
- Thy face, LORD, will I seek.
-
- O hide not thou thy face from me, *
- nor cast thy servant away in displeasure.
-
- I should utterly have fainted, *
- but that I believe verily to see the goodness of the LORD in
- /the land of the living.
-
- O tarry thou the LORD's leisure; *
- be strong, and he shall comfort thine heart;
- and put thou thy trust in the LORD.
-
-
- <Psalm 106> =Confitemini Domino=
-
- O give thanks unto the LORD, for he is gracious, *
- and his mercy endureth for ever.
-
- Who can express the noble acts of the LORD, *
- or show forth all his praise?
-
- Blessed are they that alway keep judgment, *
- and do righteousness.
-
- Remember me, O LORD, according to the favor that thou
- /bearest unto thy people; *
- O visit me with thy salvation.
-
- That I may see the felicity of thy chosen, *
- and rejoice in the gladness of thy people,
- and give thanks with thine inheritance.
-
-
- <Psalm 116> =Dilexi, quoniam=
-
- My delight is in the LORD, *
- because he hath heard the voice of my prayer;
-
- <page 479>
-
- Because 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 gat hold upon me.
-
- I found trouble and heaviness;
- then called I 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 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.
-
-
- <The Gospel>
-
- *Then, all standing, the Deacon or Minister appointed reads the Gospel,
- first saying*
-
- The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ
- according to John.
-
- *People* Glory be to thee, O Lord.
-
- <page 480>
-
- John 5:24-27 (He that believeth hath everlasting life)
-
- John 6:37-40 (All that the Father giveth me shall come to me)
-
- John 10:11-16 (I am the good shepherd)
-
- John 11:21-27 (I am the resurrection and the life)
-
- John 14:1-6 (In my Father's house are many mansions)
-
-
- *At the end of the Gospel, the Reader says*
-
- The Gospel of the Lord.
-
- *People* Praise be to thee, O Christ.
-
-
- *A homily may be preached, the people being seated.*
-
- *The Apostle's creed may be said, all standing*
-
- *If there is not to be a Communion, the Lord's Prayer is said here, and
- the service continues with the following prayer of intercession, or with
- one or more suitable prayers (see pages 487-489).*
-
- *When there is a Communion, the following serves for the Prayers of the
- People.*
-
-
- *The People respond to every petition with Amen.*
-
- *The Deacon or other leader says*
-
- In peace, let us pray to the Lord.
-
- Almighty God, who hast knit together thine elect in one
- communion and fellowship, in the mystical body of thy Son
- Christ our Lord: Grant, we beseech thee, to thy whole
- Church in paradise and on earth, thy light and thy peace.
- =Amen.=
-
- Grant that all who have been baptized into Christ's death and
- resurrection may die to sin and rise to newness of life, and
- that through the grave and gate of death we may pass with
- him to our joyful resurrection. =Amen.=
-
- <page 481>
-
- Grant to us who are still in our pilgrimage, and who walk as
- yet by faith, that thy Holy Spirit may lead us in holiness and
- righteousness all our days. =Amen.=
-
- Grant to thy faithful people pardon and peace, that we may
- be cleansed from all our sins, and serve thee with a quiet
- mind. =Amen.=
-
- Grant to all who mourn a sure confidence in thy fatherly
- care, that, casting all their grief on thee, they may know the
- consolation of thy love. =Amen.=
-
- [[Give courage and faith to those who are bereaved, that they
- may have strength to meet the days ahead in the comfort of a
- reasonable and holy hope, in the joyful expectation of eternal
- life with those they love. =Amen.=.]]
-
- [[Help us, we pray, in the midst of things we cannot understand,
- to believe and trust in the communion of saints, the forgiveness
- of sins, and the resurrection to life everlasting. =Amen.=]]
-
- [[Grant us grace to entrust &N. to thy never-failing love; receive
- =him= into the arms of thy mercy, and remember =him= according
- to the favor which thou bearest unto thy people. =Amen.=]]
-
- [[Grant that, increasing in knowledge and love of thee, =he= may
- go from strength to strength in the life of perfect service in
- thy heavenly kingdom. =Amen.=]]
-
- Grant us, with all who have died in the hope of the
- resurrection, to have our consummation and bliss in thy
- eternal and everlasting glory, and, with [blessed &N. and]
- all thy saints, to receive the crown of life which thou dost
- promise to all who share in the victory of thy Son Jesus
- Christ; who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy
- Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *When there is no Communion, the service continues with the
- Commendation, or with the Commital.*
-
- <page 482>
-
-
- <At the Eucharist>
-
- *The service continues with the Peace and the Offertory.*
-
- =Preface of the Commemoration of the Dead=
-
- *In place of the usual postcommunion prayer, the following is said*
-
- Almighty God, we thank thee that in thy great love thou hast
- fed us with the spiritual food and drink of the Body and
- Blood of thy Son Jesus Christ, and hast given unto us a
- foretaste of thy heavenly banquet. Grant that this Sacrament
- may be unto us a comfort in affliction, and a pledge of our
- inheritance in that kingdom where there is no death, neither
- sorrow nor crying, but the fullness of joy with all thy saints;
- through Jesus Christ our Savior. =Amen.=
-
- *If the body is not present, the service continues with the [blessing
- and] dismissal.*
-
- *Unless the Committal follows immediately in the church, the following
- Commendation is used.*
-
-
- <The Commendation>
-
- *The Celebrant and other ministers take their places at the body.*
-
- *This anthem, or some other suitable anthem, or a hymn, may be sung or
- said*
-
- Give rest, O Christ, to thy servant(s) with thy saints,
- =where sorrow and pain are no more,
- neither sighing, but life everlasting.=
-
- Thou only art immortal, the creator and maker of mankind;
- and we are mortal, formed of the earth, and unto earth shall
- we return. For so thou didst ordain when thou createdst me,
- saying, "Dust thou art, and unto dust shalt thou return." All
- <page 483>
- we go down to the dust; yet even at the grave we make
- our song: Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia.
-
- =Give rest, O Christ, to thy servant(s) with thy saints,
- where sorrow and pain are no more,
- neither sighing, but life everlasting.=
-
-
- *The Celebrant, facing the body, says*
-
- Into thy hands, O merciful Savior, we commend thy servant
- &N. Acknowledge, we humbly beseech thee, a sheep of thine
- own fold, a lamb of thine own flock, a sinner of thine own
- redeeming. Receive =him= into the arms of thy mercy, into the
- blessed rest of everlasting peace, and into the glorious
- company of the saints in light. =Amen.=
-
-
- *The Celebrant, or the Bishop if present, may then bless the people, and
- a Deacon or other Minister may dismiss them, saying*
-
- Let us go forth in the name of Christ.
- =Thanks be to God.=
-
-
- *As the body is borne from the church, a hymn, or one or more of these
- anthems may be sung or said*
-
- Christ is risen from the dead, trampling down death by death,
- and giving life to those in the tomb.
-
- The Sun of Righteousness is gloriously risen, giving light to
- those who sat in darkness and in the shadow of death.
-
- The Lord will guide our feet into the way of peace, having
- taken away the sin of the world.
-
- Christ will open the kingdom of heaven to all who believe in
- his Name, saying, Come, O blessed of my Father; inherit the
- kingdom prepared for you.
-
- <page 484>
-
- Into paradise may the angels lead thee; and at thy coming
- may the martyrs receive thee, and bring thee into the holy
- city Jerusalem.
-
- *or one of these Canticles*
-
- The Song of Zechariah, =Benedictus=
-
- The Song of Simeon, =Nunc dimittis=
-
- Christ our Passover, =Pascha nostrum=
-
-
- <The Committal>
-
- *The following anthem is sung or said*
-
- In the midst of life we are in death;
- of whom may we seek for succor,
- but of thee, O Lord,
- who for our sins art justly displeased?
-
- Yet, O Lord God most holy, O Lord most mighty,
- O holy and most merciful Savior,
- deliver us not into the bitter pains of eternal death.
-
- Thou knowest, Lord, the secrets of our hearts;
- shut not thy merciful ears to our prayer;
- but spare us, Lord most holy, O God most mighty,
- O holy and merciful Savior,
- thou most worthy Judge eternal.
- Suffer us not, at our last hour,
- through any pains of death, to fall from thee.
-
- *or this*
-
- All that the Father giveth me shall come to me;
- and him that cometh to me I will in no wise cast out.
-
- <page 485>
-
- He that raised up Jesus from the dead
- will also give life to our mortal bodies,
- by his Spirit that dwelleth in us.
-
- Wherefore my heart is glad, and my spirit rejoiceth;
- my flesh also shall rest in hope.
-
- Thou shalt show me the path of life;
- in thy presence is the fullness of joy,
- and at thy right hand there is pleasure for evermore.
-
-
- *Then, while earth is cast upon the coffin, the Celebrant says these
- words*
-
- In sure and certain hope of the resurrection to eternal life
- through our Lord Jesus Christ, we commend to Almighty
- God our =brother= &N.; and we commit =his= body to the ground;**
- earth to earth, ashes to ashes, dust to dust. The Lord bless
- =him= and keep =him=, the Lord make his face to shine upon =him=
- and be gracious unto =him=, the Lord lift up his countenance
- upon =him= and give =him= peace. =Amen.=
-
- ** *Or* the deep, *or* the elements, *or* its resting place.
-
-
- *The Celebrant says*
-
- The Lord be with you.
-
- *People* And with thy spirit.
-
- *Celebrant* Let us pray.
-
-
- *Celebrant and People*
-
- 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.
- <page 486>
- 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.=
-
-
- *Then the Celebrant may say*
-
- O Almighty God, the God of the spirits of all flesh, who by a
- voice from heaven didst proclaim, Blessed are the dead who
- die in the Lord: Multiply, we beseech thee, to those who rest
- in Jesus the manifold blessings of thy love, that the good
- work which thou didst begin in them may be made perfect
- unto the day of Jesus Christ. And of thy mercy, O heavenly
- Father, grant that we, who now serve thee on earth, may at
- last, together with them, be partakers of the inheritance of
- the saints in light; for the sake of thy Son Jesus Christ our
- Lord. =Amen.=
-
-
- *In place of this prayer, or in addition to it, the Celebrant may use
- any of the Additional Prayers.*
-
-
- *Then may be said*
-
- Rest eternal grant to =him=, O Lord:
- =And let light perpetual shine upon *him*.=
-
- May =his= soul, and the souls of all the departed,
- through the mercy of God, rest in peace. =Amen.=
-
-
- *The Celebrant dismisses the people with these words*
-
- The God of peace, who brought again from the dead our
- Lord Jesus Christ, the great Shepherd of the sheep, through
- <page 487>
- the blood of the everlasting covenant: Make you perfect in
- every good work to do his will, working in you that which is
- well pleasing in his sight; through Jesus Christ, to whom be
- glory for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
-
- <The Consecration of a Grave>
-
- *If the grave is in a place that has not previously been set apart for
- Christian burial, the Priest may use the following prayer, either before
- the service of Committal or at some other convenient time.*
-
- O God, whose blessed Son was laid in a sepulcher in the
- garden: Bless, we pray, this grave, and grant that =he= whose
- body is (is to be) buried here may dwell with Christ in
- paradise, and may come to thy heavenly kingdom; through
- thy Son Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
-
- <Additional Prayers>
-
- Almighty and everliving God, we yield unto thee most high
- praise and hearty thanks for the wonderful grace and virtue
- declared in all thy saints, who have been the choice vessels
- of thy grace, and the lights of the world in their several
- generations; most humbly beseeching thee to give us grace so
- to follow the example of their steadfastness in thy faith, and
- obedience to thy holy commandments, that at the day of the
- general resurrection, we, with all those who are of the
- mystical body of thy Son, may be set on his right hand, and
- hear that his most joyful voice: "Come, ye blessed of my
- Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the
- foundation of the world." Grant this, O Father, for the sake
- of the same thy Son Jesus Christ, our only Mediator and
- Advocate. =Amen.=
-
- <page 488>
-
- Almighty God, with whom do live the spirits of those who
- depart hence in the Lord, and with whom the souls of the
- faithful, after they are delivered from the burden of the flesh,
- are in joy and felicity: We give thee hearty thanks for the
- good examples of all those thy servants, who, having finished
- their course in faith, do now rest from their labors. And we
- beseech thee that we, with all those who are departed in
- the true faith of thy holy Name, may have our perfect
- consummation and bliss, both in body and soul, in thy
- eternal and everlasting glory; through Jesus Christ our
- Lord. =Amen.=
-
- Into thy hands, O Lord, we commend thy servant &N., our
- dear =brother=, as into the hands of a faithful Creator and most
- merciful Savior, beseeching thee that =he= may be precious in
- thy sight. Wash =him=, we pray thee, in the blood of that
- immaculate Lamb that was slain to take away the sins of the
- world; that, whatsoever defilements =he= may have contracted
- in the midst of this earthly life being purged and done away,
- =he= may be presented pure and without spot before thee;
- through the merits of Jesus Christ thine only Son our Lord.
- =Amen.=
-
- Remember thy servant, O Lord, according to the favor which
- thou bearest unto thy people; and grant that, increasing in
- knowledge and love of thee, =he= may go from strength to
- strength in the life of perfect service in thy heavenly kingdom;
- through Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
- Almighty God, our heavenly Father, in whose hands are the
- living and the dead: We give thee thanks for all thy servants
- who have laid down their lives in the service of our country.
- Grant to them thy mercy and the light of thy presence; and
- give us such a lively sense of thy righteous will, that the work
- <page 489>
- which thou hast begun in them may be perfected; through
- Jesus Christ thy Son our Lord. =Amen.=
-
- O God, whose days are without end, and whose mercies
- cannot be numbered: Make us, we beseech thee, deeply
- sensible of the shortness and uncertainty of life; and let thy
- Holy Spirit lead us in holiness and righteousness all our days;
- that, when we shall have served thee in our generation, we
- may be gathered unto our fathers, having the testimony of a
- good conscience; in the communion of the Catholic Church;
- in the confidence of a certain faith; in the comfort of a
- reasonable, religious, and holy hope; in favor with thee our
- God; and in perfect charity with the world. All which we ask
- through Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
- O God, the King of saints, we praise and magnify thy holy
- Name for all thy servants who have finished their course in
- thy faith and fear; for the blessed Virgin Mary; for the holy
- patriarchs, prophets, apostles, and martyrs; and for all other
- thy righteous servants, known to us and unknown; and we
- beseech thee that, encouraged by their examples, aided by
- their prayers, and strengthened by their fellowship, we also
- may be partakers of the inheritance of the saints in light;
- through the merits of thy Son Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
- O Lord Jesus Christ, Son of the living God, we pray thee to
- set thy passion, cross, and death, between thy judgment and
- our souls, now and in the hour of our death. Give mercy and
- grace to the living, pardon and rest to the dead, to thy holy
- Church peace and concord, and to us sinners everlasting life
- and glory; who with the Father and the Holy Spirit livest and
- reignest, one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
- Almighty God, Father of mercies and giver of comfort:
- Deal graciously, we pray thee, with all those who mourn, that
- casting every care on thee, they may know the consolation of
- thy love; through Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
- <page 490>
-
-
- *Concerning the Service*
-
- *The death of a member of the Church should be reported as soon as
- possible to, and arrangements for the funeral should be made in
- consultation with, the Minister of the Congregation.*
-
- *Baptized Christians are properly buried from the church. The service
- should be held at a time when the congregation has opportunity to be
- present.*
-
- *The coffin is to be closed before the service, and it remains closed
- thereafter. It is appropriate that it be covered with a pall or other
- suitable covering.*
-
- *If necessary, or if desired, all or part of the service of Committal
- may be said in the church. If preferred, the Committal service may take
- place before the service in the church. It may also be used prior to
- cremation.*
-
- *A priest normally presides at the service. It is appropriate that the
- bishop, when present, preside at the Eucharist and pronounce the
- Commendation.*
-
- *It is desirable that the Lesson from the Old Testament, and the
- Epistle, be read by lay persons.*
-
- *When the services of a priest cannot be obtained, a deacon or lay
- reader may preside at the service.*
-
- *At the burial of a child, the passages from Lamentations, 1 John, and
- John 6, together with Psalm 23, are recommended.*
-
- *It is customary that the celebrant meet the body and go before it into
- the church or towards the grave.*
-
- *The anthems at the beginning of the service are sung or said as the
- body is borne into the church, or during the entrance of the ministers,
- or by the celebrant standing in the accustomed place.*
-
- <page 491>
-
-
- <The Burial of the Dead:
- Rite Two>
-
- *All stand while one or more of the following anthems is sung or said. A
- hymn, psalm, or some other suitable anthem may be sung instead.*
-
- I am Resurrection and I am Life, says the Lord.
- Whoever has faith in me shall have life,
- even though he die.
- And everyone who has life,
- and has committed himself to me in faith,
- shall not die for ever.
-
- As for me, I know that my Redeemer lives
- and that at the last he will stand upon the earth.
- After my awaking, he will raise me up;
- and in my body I shall see God.
- I myself shall see, and my eyes behold him
- who is my friend and not a stranger.
-
- For none of us has life in himself,
- and none becomes his own master when he dies.
- For if we have life, we are alive in the Lord,
- and if we die, we die in the Lord.
- So, then, whether we live or die,
- we are the Lord's possession.
-
- <page 492>
-
- Happy from now on
- are those who die in the Lord!
- So it is, says the Spirit,
- for they rest from their labors.
-
- *Or else this anthem*
-
- In the midst of life we are in death;
- from whom can we seek help?
- From you alone, O Lord,
- who by our sins are justly angered.
-
- =Holy God, Holy and Mighty,
- Holy and merciful Savior,
- deliver us not into the bitterness of eternal death.=
-
- Lord, you know the secrets of our hearts;
- shut not your ears to our prayers,
- but spare us, O Lord.
-
- =Holy God, Holy and Mighty,
- Holy and merciful Savior,
- deliver us not into the bitterness of eternal death.=
-
- O worthy and eternal Judge,
- do not let the pains of death
- turn us away from you at our last hour.
-
- =Holy God, Holy and Mighty,
- Holy and merciful Savior,
- deliver us not into the bitterness of eternal death.=
-
- *When all are in place, the Celebrant may address the congregation,
- acknowledging briefly the purpose of the gathering, and bidding their
- prayers for the deceased and the bereaved.*
-
- <page 493>
-
- *The Celebrant then says*
-
- The Lord be with you.
-
- *People* And also with you.
-
- *Celebrant* Let us pray.
-
-
- *Silence may be kept; after which the Celebrant says one of the
- following Collects*
-
-
- =At the Burial of an Adult=
-
- O God, who by the glorious resurrection of your Son Jesus
- Christ destroyed death, and brought life and immortality to
- light: Grant that your servant &N., being raised with him, may
- know the strength of his presence, and rejoice in his eternal
- glory; who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, for
- ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
- *or this*
-
- O God, whose mercies cannot be numbered: Accept our
- prayers on behalf of your servant &N., and grant =him= an
- entrance into the land of light and joy, in the fellowship of
- your saints; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and
- reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for
- ever. =Amen.=
-
- *or this*
-
- O God of grace and glory, we remember before you this day
- our brother (sister) &N. We thank you for giving =him= to us, =his=
- family and friends, to know and to love as a companion on
- our earthly pilgrimage. In your boundless compassion,
- console us who mourn. Give us faith to see in death the gate
- of eternal life, so that in quiet confidence we may continue
- our course on earth, until, by your call, we are reunited with
- those who have gone before; through Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
- <page 494>
-
-
- =At the Burial of a Child=
-
- O God, whose beloved Son took children into his arms and
- blessed them: Give us grace to entrust &N. to your never-
- failing care and love, and bring us all to your heavenly
- kingdom; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and
- reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for
- ever. =Amen.=
-
-
- *The Celebrant may add the following prayer*
-
- Most merciful God, whose wisdom is beyond our
- understanding: Deal graciously with &N.&N. in =their= grief.
- Surround =them= with you love, that =they= may not be
- overwhelmed by their loss, but have confidence in your
- goodness, and strength to meet the days to come; through
- Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
- *The people sit.*
-
- *One or more of the following passages from Holy Scripture is read. If
- there is to be a Communion, a passage from the Gospel always concludes
- the Readings.*
-
-
- <The Liturgy of the Word>
-
- *From the Old Testament*
-
- Isaiah 25:6-9 (He will swallow up death for ever)
-
- Isaiah 61:1-3 (To comfort those who mourn)
-
- Lamentations 3:22-26,31-33 (The Lord is good to those who wait for
- him)
-
- Wisdom 3:1-5,9 (The souls of the righteous are in the hands of God)
-
- Job 19:21-27a (I know that my Redeemer lives)
-
- *A suitable psalm, hymn, or canticle may follow. The following Psalms
- are appropriate: 42:1-7, 46, 90:1-12, 121, 130, 139:1-11.*
-
- <page 495>
-
- *From the New Testament*
-
- Romans 8:14-19,34-35,37-39 (The glory that shall be revealed) 1
-
- Corinthians 15:2-26,35-38,42-44,53-58 (The imperishable body)
-
- 2 Corinthians 4:16--5:9 (Things that are unseen are eternal)
-
- 1 John 3:1-2 (We shall be like him)
-
- Revelation 7:9-17 (God will wipe away every tear)
-
- Revelation 21:2-7 (Behold, I make all things new)
-
-
- *A suitable psalm, hymn, or canticle may follow. The following Psalms
- are appropriate: 23, 27, 106:1-5, 116.*
-
-
- *The Gospel*
-
- *Then, all standing, the Deacon or Minister appointed reads the Gospel,
- first saying*
-
- The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to John.
-
- *People* Glory to you, Lord Christ.
-
- John 5:24-27 (He who believes has everlasting life)
-
- John 6:37-40 (All that the Father gives me will come to you)
-
- John 10:11-16 (I am the good shepherd)
-
- John 11:21-27 (I am the resurrection and the life)
-
- John 14:1-6 (In my Father's house are many rooms)
-
-
- *At the end of the Gospel, the Reader says*
-
- The Gospel of the Lord.
-
- *People* Praise to you, Lord Christ.
-
- *Here there may be a homily by the Celebrant, or a member of the family,
- or a friend.*
-
- <page 496>
-
- *The Apostles' Creed may then be said, all standing. The Celebrant may
- introduce the Creed with these or similar words*
-
- In the assurance of eternal life given at Baptism, let us
- proclaim our faith and say,
-
-
- *Celebrant and People*
-
- 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.
-
- *If there is not to be a Communion, the Lord's Prayer is said here, and
- the service continues with the Prayers of the People, or with one or
- more suitable prayers (see pages 503-505).*
-
- *When there is a Communion, the following form of the Prayers of the
- People is used, or else the form on page 465 or 480.*
-
- <page 497>
-
- For our brother (sister) &N., let us pray to our Lord Jesus
- Christ who said, I am Resurrection and I am Life."
-
- Lord, you consoled Martha and Mary in their distress; draw
- near to us who mourn for &N., and dry the tears of those who
- weep.
- =Hear us, Lord.=
-
- You wept at the grave of Lazarus, your friend; comfort us in
- our sorrow.
- =Hear us, Lord.=
-
- You raised the dead to life; give to our brother (sister) eternal
- life.
- =Hear us, Lord.=
-
- You promised paradise to the thief who repented; bring our
- brother (sister) to the joys of heaven.
- =Hear us, Lord.=
-
- [[Our brother (sister) was washed in Baptism and anointed
- with the Holy Spirit; give him fellowship with all your saints.
- =Hear us, Lord.=]]
-
- [[He was nourished with your Body and Blood; grant =him= a
- place at the table in your heavenly kingdom.
- =Hear us, Lord.=]]
-
- Comfort us in our sorrows at the death of our brother
- (sister); let our faith be our consolation, and eternal life our
- hope.
-
- *Silence may be kept.*
-
- *The Celebrant concludes with one of the following or some other prayer*
-
- <page 498>
-
- Lord Jesus Christ, we commend to you our brother (sister)
- &N., who was reborn by water and the Spirit in Holy Baptism.
- Grant that =his= death may recall to us your victory over death,
- and be an occasion for us to renew our trust in your Father's
- love. Give us, we pray, the faith to follow where you have led
- the way; and where you live and reign with the Father and the Holy
- Spirit, to the ages of ages. =Amen.=
-
- *or this*
-
- Father of all, we pray to you for &N., and for all those whom
- we love but see no longer. Grant to them eternal rest. Let
- light perpetual shine upon them. May =his= soul and the souls
- of all the departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.
- =Amen.=
-
- *When there is no Communion, the service continues with the
- Commendation, or with the Committal.*
-
-
- <At the Eucharist>
-
- *The service continues with the Peace and the Offertory*
-
-
- =Preface of the Commemoration of the Dead=
-
- *In place of the usual postcommunion prayer, the following is said*
-
- Almighty God, we thank you that in your great love you have
- fed us with the spiritual food and drink of the Body and
- Blood of your Son Jesus Christ, and have given us a foretaste
- of your heavenly banquet. Grant that this Sacrament may be
- to us a comfort in affliction, and a pledge of our inheritance
- in that kingdom where there is no death, neither sorrow nor
- crying, but the fullness of joy with all your saints; through
- Jesus Christ our Savior. =Amen.=
-
- <page 499>
-
- *If the body is not present, the service continues with the [blessing
- and] dismissal.*
-
- *Unless the Committal follows immediately in the church, the following
- Commendation is used.*
-
-
- <The Commendation>
-
- *The Celebrant and other ministers take their places at the body.*
-
- *This anthem, or some other suitable anthem, or a hymn, may be sung or
- said*
-
- Give rest, O Christ, to your servant(s) with your saints,
- =where sorrow and pain are no more,
- neither sighing, but life everlasting.=
-
- You only are immortal, the creator and maker of mankind;
- and we are mortal, formed of the earth, and to earth shall we
- return. For so did you ordain when you created me, saying,
- "You are dust, and to dust you shall return." All of us go down
- to the dust; yet even at the grave we make our song: Alleluia,
- alleluia, alleluia.
-
- =Give rest, O Christ, to your servant(s) with your saints,
- where sorrow and pain are no more,
- neither sighing, but life everlasting.=
-
-
- *The Celebrant, facing the body, says*
-
- Into your hands, O merciful Savior, we commend your
- servant &N. Acknowledge, we humbly beseech you, a sheep of
- your own fold, a lamb of your own flock, a sinner of your
- own redeeming. Receive =him= into the arms of your mercy,
- into the blessed rest of everlasting peace, and into the
- glorious company of the saints in light. =Amen.=
-
- <page 500>
-
- *The Celebrant, or the Bishop if present, may then bless the people, and
- a Deacon or other Minister may dismiss them, saying*
-
- Let us go forth in the name of Christ.
- =Thanks be to God.=
-
- *As the body is borne from the church, a hymn, or one or more of these
- anthems may be sung or said.*
-
- Christ is risen from the dead, trampling down death by death,
- and giving life to those in the tomb.
-
- The Sun of Righteousness is gloriously risen, giving light to
- those who sat in darkness and in the shadow of death.
-
- The Lord will guide our feet into the way of peace, having
- taken away the sin of the world.
-
- Christ will open the kingdom of heaven to all who believe in
- his Name, saying, Come, O blessed of my Father; inherit the
- kingdom prepared for you.
-
- Into paradise may the angels lead you. At your coming may
- the martyrs receive you, and bring you into the holy city
- Jerusalem.
-
- *or one of these Canticles,*
-
- The Song of Zechariah, Benedictus
-
- The Song of Simeon, Nunc dimittis
-
- Christ our Passover, Pascha nostrum
-
- <age 501>
-
-
- <The Committal>
-
- *The following anthem or one of those on pages 491-492 is sung or said*
-
- Everyone the Father gives to me will come to me;
- I will never turn away anyone who believes in me.
-
- He who raised Jesus Christ from the dead
- will also give new life to our mortal bodies
- through his indwelling Spirit.
-
- My heart, therefore, is glad, and my spirit rejoices;
- my body also shall rest in hope.
-
- 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.
-
- *Then, while earth is cast on upon the coffin, the Celebrant says these
- words*
-
- In sure and certain hope of the resurrection to eternal life
- through our Lord Jesus Christ, we commend to Almighty
- God our =brother= &N., and we commit =his= body to the ground;**
- earth to earth, ashes to ashes, dust to dust. The Lord bless
- =him= and keep =him=, the Lord make his face to shine upon =him=
- and be gracious to =him=, the Lord lift up his countenance upon
- =him= and give =him= peace. =Amen.=
-
- ** *Or* the deep, *or* the elements, *or* its resting place.
-
-
- *The Celebrant says*
-
- The Lord be with you.
-
- *People* And also with you.
-
- *Celebrant* Let us pray.
-
- <page 502>
-
- *People and Celebrant*
-
- 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.
-
- <parallel column>
-
- 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.
-
-
- *Then may be said*
-
- Rest eternal grant to him, O Lord;
- =And let light perpetual shine upon him.=
-
- May his soul, and the souls of all the departed,
- through the mercy of God, rest in peace. =Amen.=
-
-
- *The Celebrant dismisses the people with these words*
-
- Alleluia. Christ is risen.
-
- *People* The Lord is risen indeed. Alleluia.
-
- *Celebrant* Let us go forth in the name of Christ.
-
- *People* Thanks be to God.
-
- *or with the following*
-
- <page 503>
-
- The God of peace, who brought again from the dead our
- Lord Jesus Christ, the great Shepherd of the sheep, through
- the blood of the eternal covenant: Make you perfect in
- every good work to do his will, working in you that which is
- well-pleasing in his sight; through Jesus Christ, to whom be
- glory for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
-
- <The Consecration of a Grave>
-
- *If the grave is in a place that has not previously been set apart for
- Christian burial, the Priest may use the following prayer, either before
- the service of Committal or at some other time.*
-
- O God, whose blessed Son was laid in a sepulcher in the
- garden: Bless, we pray, this grave, and grant that =he= whose
- body is (is to be) buried here may dwell with Christ in
- paradise, and may come to your heavenly kingdom; through
- your Son Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
-
- <Additional Prayers>
-
- Almighty God, with whom still live the spirits of those who
- die in the Lord, and with whom the souls of the faithful are in
- joy and felicity: We give you heartfelt thanks for the good
- examples of all your servants, who, having finished their
- course in faith, now find rest and refreshment. May we, with
- all who have died in the true faith of your holy Name, have
- perfect fulfillment and bliss in your eternal and everlasting
- glory; through Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
- <age 504>
-
- O God, whose days are without end, and whose mercies
- cannot be numbered: Make us, we pray, deeply aware of the
- shortness and uncertainty of human life; and let your Holy
- Spirit lead us in holiness and righteousness all our days; that,
- when we shall have served you in our generation, we may be
- gathered to our ancestors, having the testimony of a good
- conscience, in the communion of the Catholic Church, in the
- confidence of a certain faith, in the comfort of a religious and
- holy hope, in favor with you, our God, and in perfect charity
- with the world. All this we ask through Jesus Christ
- our Lord. =Amen.=
-
- O God, the King of saints, we praise and glorify your holy
- Name for all your servants who have finished their course in
- your faith and fear: for the blessed Virgin Mary; for the holy
- patriarchs, prophets, apostles, and martyrs; and for all your
- other righteous servants, known to us and unknown; and we
- pray that, encouraged by their examples, aided by their
- prayers, and strengthened by their fellowship, we also may
- be partakers of the inheritance of the saints in light; through
- the merits of your Son Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
- Lord Jesus Christ, by your death you took away thy sting of
- death: Grant to us your servants so to follow in faith where
- you have led the way, that we may at length fall asleep
- peacefully in you ad wake up in your likeness; for your
- tender mercies' sake. =Amen.=
-
- Father of all, we pray to you for those we love, but see no
- longer: Grant them your peace; let light perpetual shine upon
- them; and, in your loving wisdom and almighty power, work
- in them the good purpose of your perfect will; through Jesus
- Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
- <page 505>
-
- Merciful God, Father of our Lord Jesus Christ who is the
- Resurrection and the Life: Raise us, we humbly pray, from
- the death of sin to the life of righteousness; that when we
- depart this life we may rest in him, and at the resurrection
- receive that blessing which your well-beloved Son shall then
- pronounce: "Come, you blessed of my Father, receive the
- kingdom prepared for you from the beginning of the world."
- Grant this, O merciful Father, through Jesus Christ, our
- Mediator and Redeemer. =Amen.=
-
- Grant, O Lord, to all who are bereaved the spirit of faith and
- courage, that they may have strength to meet the days to
- come with steadfastness and patience; not sorrowing as those
- without hope, but in thankful remembrance of your great
- goodness, and in the joyful expectation of eternal life with
- those they love. And this we ask in the Name of Jesus Christ
- our Savior. =Amen.=
-
- Almighty God, Father of mercies and giver of comfort: Deal
- graciously, we pray, with all who mourn; that, casting all
- their care on you, they may know the consolation of your
- love; through Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
- <page 506>
-
-
-
- <An Order for Burial>
-
- *When, for pastoral considerations, neither of the burial rites in this
- Book is deemed appropriate, the following form is used.*
-
- 1. The body is received. The celebrant may meet the body and conduct
- it into the church or chapel, or it may be in place before the
- congregation assembles.
-
- 2. Anthems from Holy Scripture or psalms may be sung or said, or a
- hymn may be sung.
-
- 3. Prayer may be offered for the bereaved.
-
- 4. One or more passages of Holy Scripture are read. Psalms, hymns,
- or anthems may follow the readings. If there is to be a Communion, the
- last Reading is from the Gospel.
-
- 5. A homily may follow the Readings, and the Apostles' Creed may be
- recited.
-
- 6. Prayer, including the Lord's Prayer, is offered for the deceased,
- for those who mourn, and for the Christian community, remembering the
- promises of God in Christ about eternal life.
-
- 7. The deceased is commended to God, and the body is committed to its
- resting place. The committal may take place either where the preceding
- service has been held, or at the graveside.
-
- 8. If there is a Communion, it precedes the commendation, and begins
- with the Peace and Offertory of the Eucharist. Any of the authorized
- eucharistic prayers may be used.
-
- <page 507>
-
-
- <Note:>
-
- *The liturgy for the dead is an Easter liturgy. It finds all meaning in
- the resurrection. Because Jesus was raised from the dead, we too, shall
- be raised.*
-
- *The liturgy, therefore, is characterized by joy, in the certainty that
- "neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor things
- present, nor things to come, nor powers, nor height, nor depth, nor
- anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love
- of God in Christ Jesus our Lord."*
-
- *This joy, however, does not make human grief unchristian. The very
- love we have for each other in Christ brings deep sorrow when we are
- parted by death. Jesus himself wept at the grave of his friend. So,
- while we rejoice that one we love has entered into the nearer presence
- of our Lord, we sorrow in sympathy with those who mourn.*
-
-
- <page 509>
-
- Episcopal Services
-
- <page 510>
-
- <Preface to the Ordination Rites>
-
- *The Holy Scriptures and ancient Christian writers make it clear that
- from the apostles' time, there have been different ministries within the
- Church. In particular, since the time of the New Testament, three
- distinct orders of ordained ministers have been characteristic of
- Christ's holy Catholic Church. First, there is the order of bishops who
- carry on the apostolic work of leading, supervising, and uniting the
- Church. Secondly, associated with them are the presbyters, or ordained
- elders, in subsequent times generally known as priests. Together with
- the bishops, they take part in the governance of the Church, in the
- carrying out of its missionary and pastoral work, and in the preaching
- of the Word of God and administering his holy Sacraments. Thirdly,
- there are deacons who assist bishops and priests in all of this work.
- It is also a special responsibility of deacons to minister in Christ's
- name to the poor, the sick, the suffering, and the helpless.*
-
- *The persons who are chosen and recognized by the Church as being called
- by God to the ordained ministry are admitted to these sacred orders by
- solemn prayer and the laying on of episcopal hands. It has been, and
- is, the intention and purpose of this Church to maintain and continue
- these three orders; and for this purpose these services of ordination
- and consecration are appointed. No persons are allowed to exercise the
- offices of bishop, priest, or deacon in this Church unless they are so
- ordained, or have already received such ordination with the laying on of
- hands by bishops who are themselves duly qualified to confer Holy
- Orders.*
-
- *It is also recognized and affirmed that the threefold ministry is not
- the exclusive property of this portion of Christ's catholic Church, but
- is a gift from God for the nurture of his people and the proclamation of
- his Gospel everywhere. Accordingly, the manner of ordaining in this
- Church is to be such as has been, and is, most generally recognized by
- Christian people as suitable for the conferring of the sacred orders of
- bishops, priest, and deacon.*
-
- <page 511>
-
- *Concerning the Ordination of a Bishop*
-
- *In accordance with ancient custom, it is desirable, if possible, that
- bishops be ordained on Sundays and other feasts of our Lord or on the
- feasts of apostles or evangelists.*
-
- *When a bishop is to be ordained, the Presiding Bishop of this Church,
- or a bishop appointed by the Presiding Bishop, presides and serves as
- chief consecrator. At least two other bishops are co-consecrators.
- Representatives of the presbyterate, diaconate, and laity of the diocese
- for which the new bishop is to be consecrated, are assigned appropriate
- duties in the service.*
-
- *From the beginning of the service until the Offertory, the chief
- consecrator presides from a chair placed close to the people, so that
- all may see and hear what is done. The other bishops, or a convenient
- number of them, sit to the right and left of the chief consecrator.*
-
- *The bishop-elect is vested in a rochet or alb, without stole, tippet,
- or other vesture distinctive of ecclesiastical or academic rank or
- order.*
-
- *When the bishop-elect is presented, his full name (designated by the
- symbol &N.&N.) is used. Thereafter, it is appropriate to refer to him
- only by the Christian name by which he wishes to be known.*
-
- *At the Offertory, it is appropriate that the bread and wine be brought
- to the Altar by the family or friends of the newly ordained.*
-
- *The family of the newly ordained may receive Communion before other
- members of the congregation. Opportunity is always given to the people
- to communicate.*
-
- *Additional Directions are on page 552.*
-
- <page 512>
-
-
-
- <The Ordination of a Bishop>
-
- *Hymns, psalms, and anthems may be sung during the entrance of the
- bishops and other ministers.*
-
-
- *The people standing, the Bishop appointed says*
-
- Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
-
- *People* And blessed be his kingdom, now and for ever. Amen.
-
-
- *In place of the above, from Easter Day through the Day of Pentecost*
-
- *Bishop* Alleluia. Christ is risen.
-
- *People* The Lord is risen indeed. Alleluia.
-
-
- *In Lent and on other penitential occasions*
-
- *Bishop* Bless the Lord who forgives all our sins.
-
- *People* His mercy endures for ever.
-
-
- *The Bishop then says*
-
- Almighty God, to you all hearts are open, all desires known,
- and from you no secrets are hid. Cleanse the thoughts of our
- hearts by the inspiration of your Holy Spirit, that we may
- perfectly love you, and worthily magnify your holy Name;
- through Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
- <page 513>
-
-
- <The Presentation>
-
- *The bishops and people sit. Representatives of the diocese, both
- Priests and Lay Persons, standing before the Presiding Bishop, present
- the bishop-elect, saying*
-
- &N., Bishop in the Church of God, the clergy and people
- of the Diocese of &N., trusting in the guidance of the Holy Spirit,
- have chosen &N.&N. to be a bishop and chief pastor. We therefore
- ask you to lay your hands upon =him= and in the power of the
- Holy Spirit to consecrate =him= a bishop in the one, holy, catholic, and
- apostolic Church.
-
-
- *The Presiding Bishop then directs that the testimonials of the election
- be read.*
-
-
- *When the reading of the testimonials is ended, the Presiding Bishop
- requires the following promise from the Bishop-elect*
-
- In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy
- Spirit, I, &N.&N., chosen Bishop of the Church in &N., solemnly
- declare that I do believe the Holy Scriptures of the Old and
- New Testaments to be the Word of God, and to contain all
- things necessary to salvation; and I do solemnly engage to
- conform to the doctrine, discipline, and worship of the
- Episcopal Church.
-
- *The Bishop-elect then signs the above Declaration in the sight of all
- present. The witnesses add their signatures.*
-
- *All stand.*
-
- *The Presiding Bishop then says the following, or similar words, and
- asks the response of the people*
-
- <page 514>
-
- Brothers and sisters in Christ Jesus, you have heard testimony
- given that &N.&N. has been duly and lawfully elected to be a
- bishop of the Church of God to serve in the Diocese of &N.
- You have been assured of =his= suitability and that the Church
- has approved him for this sacred responsibility. Nevertheless,
- if any of you know any reason why we should not proceed,
- let it now be made known.
-
- *If no objections are made, the Presiding Bishop continues*
-
- Is it your will that we ordain &N. a bishop?
-
-
- *The People respond in these or other words*
-
- That is our will.
-
-
- *Presiding Bishop*
-
- Will you uphold &N. as bishop?
-
-
- *The People respond in these or other words*
-
- We will.
-
-
- *The Presiding Bishop then says*
-
- The Scriptures tell us that our Savior Christ spent the whole
- night in prayer before he chose and sent forth his twelve
- apostles. Likewise, the apostles prayed before they appointed
- Matthias to be one of their number. Let us, therefore, follow
- their examples, and offer our prayers to Almighty God before
- we ordain &N. for the work to which we trust the Holy Spirit
- has called =**him=.
-
- <page 515>
-
- *All kneel, and the Person appointed leads the Litany for Ordinations,
- or some other approved litany. At the end of the litany, after the
- Kyries, the Presiding Bishop stands and reads the Collect for the Day,
- or the following Collect, or both, first saying*
-
- The Lord be with you
-
- *People* And also with you.
-
-
- Let us pray.
-
- O God of unchangeable power and eternal light: Look
- favorably on your whole Church, that wonderful and sacred
- mystery; by the effectual working of your providence, carry
- out in tranquillity the plan of salvation; let the whole world
- see and know that things which were being cast down are being
- raised up, and things which had grown old are being made
- new, and that all things are being brought to their perfection
- by him through whom all things were made, your Son Jesus
- Christ our Lord; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity
- of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
-
- <The Ministry of the Word>
-
- *Three Lessons are read. Lay persons read the Old Testament Lesson and
- the Epistle.*
-
- *The Readings are ordinarily selected from the following list and may be
- lengthened if desired. On a Major Feast or on a Sunday, the Presiding
- Bishop may select Readings from the Proper of the Day.*
-
- =Old Testament= Isaiah 61:1-8, *or* Isaiah 42:1-9
-
- =Psalm= 99, *or* 40:1-14, *or* 100
-
- =Epistle= Hebrews 5:1-10, *or* 1 Timothy 3:1-7, *or* 2 Corinthians
- 3:4-9
-
- <page 516>
-
- *The Reader first says*
-
- A Reading (Lesson) from &mdash..
-
-
- *A citation giving chapter and verse may be added.*
-
-
- *After each Reading, the Reader may say*
-
- The Word of the Lord.
-
- *People* Thanks be to God.
-
- *or the Reader may say* Here ends the Reading (Epistle).
-
- *Silence may follow.*
-
-
- *A Psalm, canticle, or hymn follows each Reading.*
-
-
- *Then, all standing, a Deacon or a Priest reads the Gospel, first
- saying*
-
- The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ
- according to &mdash..
-
- *People* Glory to you, Lord Christ.
-
- John 20:19-23, *or* John 17:1-9,18-12, *or* Luke 24:44-49a
-
-
- *After the Gospel, the Reader says*
-
- The Gospel of the Lord.
-
- *People* Praise to you, Lord Christ.
-
-
- <The Sermon>
-
- *After the Sermon, the Congregation sings a hymn.*
-
- <page 517>
-
-
- <The Examination>
-
- *All now sit, except the bishop-elect, who stands facing the bishops.
- The Presiding Bishop addresses the bishop-elect*
-
- My =brother=, the people have chosen you and have affirmed
- their trust in you by acclaiming your election. A bishop in
- God's holy Church is called to be one with the apostles in
- proclaiming Christ's resurrection and interpreting the Gospel,
- and to testify to Christ's sovereignty as Lord of lords and
- King of kings.
-
- You are called to guard the faith, unity, and discipline of the
- Church; to celebrate and to provide for the administration of
- the sacraments of the New Covenant; to ordain priests and
- deacons and to join in ordaining bishops; and to be in all
- things a faithful pastor and wholesome example for the
- entire flock of Christ.
-
- With your fellow bishops you will share in the leadership of
- the Church throughout the world. Your heritage is the faith
- of patriarchs, prophets, apostles, and martyrs, and those of
- every generation who have looked to God in hope. Your joy
- will be to follow him who came, not to be served, but to
- serve, and to give his life a ransom for many.
-
- Are you persuaded that God has called you to the office of
- bishop?
-
- *Answer* I am so persuaded.
-
- *The following questions are then addressed to the bishop-elect by one
- or more of the other bishops*
-
- <page 518>
-
- *Bishop* Will you accept this call and fulfill this trust in
- obedience to Christ?
-
- *Answer* I will obey Christ, and will serve in his name.
-
-
- *Bishop* Will you be faithful in prayer, and in the study of
- Holy Scripture, that you may have the mind of Christ?
-
- *Answer* I will, for he is my help.
-
-
- *Bishop* Will you boldly proclaim and interpret the Gospel of
- Christ, enlightening the minds and stirring up the conscience of your
- people?
-
- *Answer* I will, in the power of the Spirit.
-
-
- *Bishop* As a chief priest and pastor, will you encourage and
- support all baptized people in their gifts and
- ministries, nourish them from the riches of God's
- grace, pray for them without ceasing, and celebrate
- with them the sacraments of our redemption?
-
- *Answer* I will, in the name of Christ, the Shepherd and Bishop of
- our souls.
-
-
- *Bishop* Will you guard the faith, unity, and discipline of the
- Church of God?
-
- *Answer* I will, for the love of God.
-
-
- *Bishop* Will you share with your fellow bishops in the
- government of the whole Church; will you sustain
- your fellow presbyters and take counsel with them;
- will you guide and strengthen the deacons and all
- others who minister in the Church?
-
- *Answer* I will, by the grace given me.
-
-
- *Bishop* Will you be merciful to all, show compassion to the
- poor and strangers, and defend those who have no helper?
-
- *Answer* I will, for the sake of Christ Jesus.
-
- <page 519>
-
- *All stand. The Presiding Bishop then says*
-
- &N., through these promises you have committed yourself to
- God, to serve his Church in the office of bishop. We therefore
- call upon you, chosen to be a guardian of the Church's faith,
- to lead us in confessing that faith.
-
- *Bishop-elect*
-
- We believe in one God.
-
-
- *Then all sing or say together*
-
- We believe in one God,
- the Father, the Almighty,
- maker of heaven and earth,
- of all that is, seen and unseen.
-
- We believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ,
- the only Son of God,
- eternally begotten of the Father,
- God from God, Light from Light,
- true God from true God,
- begotten, not made,
- of one Being with the Father.
- Through him all things were made.
- For us and for our salvation
- he came down from heaven:
- by the power of the Holy Spirit
- he became incarnate from the Virgin Mary,
- and was made man.
- For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate;
- he suffered death and was buried.
- On the third day he rose again
- in accordance with the Scriptures;
- he ascended into heaven
- and is seated at the right hand of the Father.
-
- <page 520>
-
- He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead,
- and his kingdom will have no end.
-
- We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life,
- who proceeds from the Father and the Son.
- With the Father and the Son he is worshipped and glorified.
- He has spoken through the Prophets.
- We believe in one holy catholic and apostolic Church.
- We acknowledge one baptism for the forgiveness of sins.
- We look for the resurrection of the dead,
- and the life of the world to come. Amen.
-
-
- <The Consecration of the Bishop>
-
- *All continue to stand, except the bishop-elect, who kneels before the
- Presiding Bishop. The other bishops stand to the right and left of the
- Presiding Bishop.*
-
- *The hymn, Veni Creator Spiritus, or the hymn, Veni Sancte Spiritus, is
- sung.*
-
- *A period of silent prayer follows, the people still standing.*
-
- *The Presiding Bishop then begins this Prayer of Consecration*
-
- God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, Father of mercies
- and God of all comfort, dwelling on high but having regard
- for the lowly, knowing all things before they come to pass:
- We give you thanks that from the beginning you have
- gathered and prepared a people to be heirs of the covenant of
- Abraham, and have raised up prophets, kings, and priests,
- never leaving your temple untended. We praise you also that
- from the creation you have graciously accepted the ministry
- of those whom you have chosen.
-
- <page 421>
-
- *The Presiding Bishop and other Bishops now lay their hands upon the
- head of the bishop-elect, and say together*
-
- Therefore, Father, make &N. a bishop in your Church. Pour
- out upon him the power of your princely Spirit, whom you
- bestowed upon your beloved Son Jesus Christ, with whom he
- endowed the apostles, and by whom your Church is built up in
- every place, to the glory and unceasing praise of your Name.
-
- *The Presiding Bishop continues*
-
- To you, O Father, all hearts are open; fill, we pray, the heart
- of this your servant whom you have chosen to be a bishop in
- your Church, with such love of you and of all the people, that
- =he= may feed and tend the flock of Christ, and exercise
- without reproach the high priesthood to which you have
- called =him=, serving before you day and night in the ministry
- of reconciliation, declaring pardon in your Name, offering the
- holy gifts, and wisely overseeing the life and work of the Church. In
- all things may =he= present before you the acceptable offering of a
- pure, and gentle, and holy life; through Jesus Christ your Son, to whom,
- with you and the Holy Spirit, be honor and power and glory in the
- Church, now and for ever.
-
- *The People in a loud voice respond* Amen.
-
- *The new bishop is now vested according to the order of bishops.*
-
- *A Bible is presented with these words*
-
- Receive the Holy Scriptures. Feed the flock of Christ
- committed to your charge, guard and defend them in his
- truth, and be a faithful steward of his holy Word and
- Sacraments.
-
- *After this other symbols of office may be given.*
-
- <page 522>
-
- *The Presiding Bishop presents to the people their new bishop.*
-
- *The Clergy and People offer their acclamation and applause.*
-
-
- <The Peace>
-
- *The new Bishop then says*
-
- The peace of the Lord be always with you.
-
- *People* And also with you.
-
-
- *The Presiding Bishop and other Bishops greet the new bishop.*
-
- *The People greet one another.*
-
- *The new Bishop also greets members of the clergy, family members, and
- the congregation.*
-
- *The new Bishop, if the Bishop of the Diocese, may now be escorted to
- the episcopal chair.*
-
-
- <At the Celebration of the Eucharist>
-
- *The liturgy continues with the Offertory.*
-
- *Deacons prepare the Table.*
-
- *Then the new Bishop goes to the Lord's Table as chief Celebrant and,
- joined by other bishops and presbyters, proceeds with the celebration of
- the Eucharist.*
-
-
- <After Communion>
-
- *In place of the usual postcommunion prayer, one of the bishops leads
- the people in the following*
-
- <page 523>
-
- Almighty Father, we thank you for feeding us with the holy
- food of the Body and Blood of your Son, and for uniting us
- through him in the fellowship of your Holy Spirit. We thank
- you for raising up among us faithful servants for the ministry
- of your Word and Sacraments. We pray that &N. may be to us
- an effective example in word and action, in love and patience,
- and in holiness of life. Grant that we, with =him=, may serve
- you now, and always rejoice in your glory; through Jesus
- Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and
- the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
-
- *The new Bishop blesses the people, first saying*
-
- Our help is in the Name of the Lord;
-
- *People* The maker of heaven and earth.
-
- *New Bishop* Blessed be the Name of the Lord;
-
- *People* From this time forth for evermore.
-
- *New Bishop* The blessing, mercy, and grace of God Almighty,
- the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be upon
- you, and remain with you for ever. =Amen.=
-
-
- *A Deacon dismisses the people*
-
- Let us go forth into the world, rejoicing in the
- power of the Spirit.
-
- *People* Thanks be to God.
-
-
- *From Easter Day through the Day of Pentecost, "Alleluia, alleluia," may
- be added to the dismissal and to the response.*
-
- <page 524>
-
-
- *Concerning the Service*
-
- *When a bishop is to confer Holy Orders, at least two presbyters must be
- present.*
-
- *From the beginning of the service until the Offertory, the bishop
- presides from a chair placed close to the people, and facing them, so
- that all may see and hear what is done.*
-
- *The ordinand is to be vested in surplice or alb, without stole, tippet,
- or other vesture distinctive of ecclesiastical or academic or order.*
-
- *When the ordinand is presented, =his= full name (designated by the
- symbol &N.&N.) is used. Thereafter, it is appropriate to refer to =him=
- only by the Christian name by which =he= wishes to be known.*
-
- *At the Offertory, it is appropriate that the bread and wine be brought
- to the Altar by the family and friends of the newly ordained.*
-
- *At the Great Thanksgiving, the new priest and other priests stand at
- the Altar with the bishop, as associates and fellow ministers of the
- Sacrament, and communicate with the bishop.*
-
- *The family of the newly ordained may receive Communion before other
- members of the congregation. Opportunity is always given to the people
- to communicate.*
-
- *Additional Directions are on page 552.*
-
- <page 525>
-
-
-
- <The Ordination of a Priest>
-
-
- *A hymn, psalm, or anthem may be sung.*
-
-
- *The people standing, the Bishop says*
-
- Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
-
- *People* And blessed be his kingdom, now and for ever. Amen.
-
-
- *In place of the above, from Easter Day through the Day of Pentecost*
-
- *Bishop* Alleluia. Christ is risen.
-
- *People* The Lord is risen indeed. Alleluia.
-
-
- *In Lent and on other penitential occasions*
-
- *Bishop* Bless the Lord who forgives all our sins.
-
- *People* His mercy endures for ever.
-
-
- *Bishop*
-
- Almighty God, to you all hearts are open, all desires known,
- and from you no secrets are hid: Cleanse the thoughts of our
- hearts by the inspiration of your Holy Spirit, that we may
- perfectly love you, and worthily magnify your holy Name;
- through Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
- <page 526>
-
-
- <The Presentation>
-
- *The bishop and people sit. A Priest and a Lay Person, and additional
- presenters if desired, standing before the bishop, present the ordinand,
- saying*
-
- &N., Bishop in the Church of God, on behalf of the clergy and
- people of the Diocese of &N., we present to you &N.&N. to be
- ordained a priest in Christ's holy catholic Church.
-
- *Bishop*
-
- Has =he= been selected in accordance with the canons of this
- Church? And do you believe his manner of life to be suitable
- to the exercise of this ministry?
-
-
- *Presenters*
-
- We certify to you that =he= has satisfied the requirements of the
- canons, and we believe =him= to be qualified for this order.
-
-
- *The Bishop says to the ordinand*
-
- Will you be loyal to the doctrine, discipline, and worship of
- Christ as this Church has received them? And will you, in
- accordance with the canons of this Church, obey your bishop
- and other ministers who may have authority over you and
- your work?
-
-
- *Answer*
-
- I am willing and ready to do so; and I solemnly declare that I
- do believe the Holy Scriptures of the Old and New Testaments
- to be the Word of God, and to contain all things necessary to
- salvation; and I do solemnly engage to conform to the doctrine,
- discipline, and worship of The Episcopal Church.
-
- <page 527>
-
- *The Ordinand then signs the above Declaration in the sight of all
- present.*
-
- *All stand. The Bishop says to the people*
-
- Dear friends in Christ, you know the importance of this
- ministry, and the weight of your responsibility in presenting
- &N.&N. for ordination to the sacred priesthood. Therefore if
- any of you know any impediment or crime because of which
- we should not proceed, come forward now, and make it known.
-
-
- *If no objection is made, the Bishop continues*
-
- Is it your will that &N. be ordained a priest?
-
-
- *The People respond in these or other words*
-
- It is.
-
-
- *Bishop*
-
- Will you uphold him in this ministry?
-
-
- *The People respond in these or other words*
-
- We will.
-
-
- *The Bishop then calls the people to prayer with these or similar words*
-
- In peace let us pray to the Lord.
-
-
- *All kneel, and the Person appointed leads the Litany for Ordinations,
- or some other approved litany. At the end of the litany, after the
- Kyries, the Bishop stands and reads the Collect for the Day, or the
- following Collect, or both, first saying*
-
- The Lord be with you
-
- *People* And also with you.
-
- <page 528>
-
- Let us pray.
-
- O God of unchangeable power and eternal light: Look
- favorably on your whole Church, that wonderful and sacred
- mystery; by the effectual working of your providence, carry
- out in tranquillity the plan of salvation; let the whole world
- see and know that things which were being cast down are being
- raised up, and things which had grown old are being made
- new, and that all things are being brought to their perfection
- by him through whom all things were made, your Son Jesus
- Christ our Lord; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity
- of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
-
- <The Ministry of the Word>
-
- *Three Lessons are read. Lay persons read the Old Testament Lesson and
- the Epistle.*
-
- *The Readings are ordinarily selected from the following list and may be
- lengthened if desired. On a Major Feast, or on a Sunday, the Bishop may
- select Readings from the Proper of the Day.*
-
- =Old Testament= Isaiah 6:1-8, *or* Numbers 11:16-17,24-25 (omitting
- the final clause)
-
- =Psalm= 43, *or* 132:8-19
-
- =Epistle= 1 Peter 5:1-4, *or* Ephesians 4:7,11-16, *or* Philippians
- 4:4-9
-
- *It is to be noted that where the words elder, elders, and fellow
- elder, appear in translations of 1 Peter 5:1, the original Greek
- terms presbyter, presbyters, and fellow presbyter, are to be
- substituted.*
-
-
- *The Reader first says*
-
- A Reading (Lesson) from &mdash..
-
- *A citation giving chapter and verse may be added.*
-
- <page 529>
-
- *After each Reading, the Reader may say*
-
- The Word of the Lord.
-
- *People* Thanks be to God.
-
-
- *or the Reader may say* Here ends the Reading (Epistle).
-
- *Silence may follow.*
-
- *A Psalm, canticle, or hymn follows each Reading.*
-
- *Then, all standing, the Deacon, or if no deacon is present, a Priest
- reads the Gospel, first saying*
-
- The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ
- according to &mdash..
-
- *People* Glory to you, Lord Christ.
-
- Matthew 9:35-38, *or* John 10:11-18, *or* John 6:35-38
-
- *After the Gospel, the Reader says*
-
- The Gospel of the Lord.
-
- *People* Praise to you, Lord Christ.
-
-
- <The Sermon>
-
-
- *The Congregation then says or sings the Nicene Creed*
-
- We believe in one God,
- the Father, the Almighty,
- maker of heaven and earth,
- of all that is, seen and unseen.
-
- <page 530>
-
- We believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ,
- the only Son of God,
- eternally begotten of the Father,
- God from God, Light from Light,
- true God from true God,
- begotten, not made,
- of one Being with the Father.
- Through him all things were made.
- For us and for our salvation
- he came down from heaven:
- by the power of the Holy Spirit
- he became incarnate from the Virgin Mary,
- and was made man.
- For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate;
- he suffered death and was buried.
- On the third day he rose again
- in accordance with the Scriptures;
- he ascended into heaven
- and is seated at the right hand of the Father.
- He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead,
- and his kingdom will have no end.
-
- We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life,
- who proceeds from the Father and the Son.
- With the Father and the Son he is worshipped and glorified.
- He has spoken through the Prophets.
- We believe in one holy catholic and apostolic Church.
- We acknowledge one baptism for the forgiveness of sins.
- We look for the resurrection of the dead,
- and the life of the world to come. Amen.
-
- <page 531>
-
-
- <The Examination>
-
- *All are seated except the ordinand, who stands before the Bishop.*
-
- *The Bishop addresses the ordinand as follows*
-
- My =brother=, the Church is the family of God, the body of
- Christ, and the temple of the Holy Spirit. All baptized people
- are called to make Christ known as Savior and Lord, and to
- share in the renewing of his world. Now you are called to
- work as pastor, priest, and teacher, together with your
- bishop and fellow presbyters, and to take your share in the
- councils of the Church.
-
- As a priest, it will be your task to proclaim by word and deed
- the Gospel of Jesus Christ, and to fashion your life in
- accordance with its precepts. You are to love and serve the
- people among whom you work, caring alike for young and
- old, strong and weak, rich and poor. You are to preach, to
- declare God's forgiveness to penitent sinners, to pronounce
- God's blessing, to share in the administration of Holy
- Baptism and in the celebration of the mysteries of Christ's
- Body and Blood, and to perform the other ministrations
- entrusted to you.
-
- In all that you do, you are to nourish Christ's people from the
- riches of his grace, and strengthen them to glorify God in this
- life and in the life to come.
-
- My =brother=, do you believe that you are truly called by God
- and his Church to this priesthood?
-
- *Answer* I believe I am so called.
-
-
- *Bishop* Do you now in the presence of the Church commit
- yourself to this trust and responsibility?
-
- *Answer* I do.
-
- <page 532>
-
- *Bishop* Will you respect and be guided by the pastoral
- direction and leadership of your bishop?
-
- *Answer* I will.
-
-
- *Bishop* Will you be diligent in the reading and study of the
- Holy Scriptures, and in seeking the knowledge of
- such things as may make you a stronger and more
- able minister of Christ?
-
- *Answer* I will.
-
-
- *Bishop* Will you endeavor so to minister the Word of God
- and the sacraments of the New Covenant, that the
- reconciling love of Christ may be known and
- received?
-
- *Answer* I will.
-
-
- *Bishop* Will you undertake to be a faithful pastor to all
- whom you are called to serve, laboring together
- with them and with your fellow ministers to build
- up the family of God?
-
- *Answer* I will.
-
-
- *Bishop* Will you do you best to pattern your life [and that
- of your family, *or* household, *or* community] in
- accordance with the teachings of Christ, so that you
- may be a wholesome example to your people?
-
- *Answer* I will.
-
-
- *Bishop* Will you persevere in prayer, both in public and in
- private, asking God's grace, both for yourself and for
- others, offering all your labors to God, through the
- mediation of Jesus Christ, and in the sanctification
- of the Holy Spirit?
-
- *Answer* I will.
-
-
- *Bishop* May the Lord who has given you the will to do these
- things give you the grace and power to perform them.
-
- *Answer* Amen.
-
- <page 533>
-
-
- <The Consecration of the Priest>
-
- *All now stand except the ordinand, who kneels facing the Bishop and the
- presbyters who stand to the right and left of the Bishop.*
-
- *The hymn, Veni Creator Spiritus, or the hymn, Veni Sancte Spiritus, is
- sung.*
-
- *A period of silent prayer follows, the people still standing.*
-
- *The Bishop then says this Prayer of Consecration*
-
- God and Father of all, we praise you for your infinite love in
- calling us to be a holy people in the kingdom of your Son
- Jesus our Lord, who is the image of your eternal and invisible
- glory, the firstborn among many brethren, and the head of
- the Church. We thank you that by his death he has overcome
- death, and, having ascended into heaven, has poured his gifts
- abundantly upon your people, making some apostles, some
- prophets, some evangelists, some pastors and teachers, to
- equip the saints for the work of ministry and the building up
- of his body.
-
- *Here the Bishop says hands upon the head of the ordinand, the Priests
- who are present also laying on their hands. At the same time the Bishop
- prays*
-
- Therefore, Father, through Jesus Christ your Son, give
- your Holy Spirit to &N.; fill =him= with grace and power, and
- make =him= a priest in your Church.
-
- <page 534>
-
- *The Bishop then continues*
-
- May =he= exalt you, O Lord, in the midst of your people; offer
- spiritual sacrifices acceptable to you; boldly proclaim the
- gospel of salvation; and rightly administer the sacraments of
- the New Covenant. Make =him= a faithful pastor, a patient
- teacher, and a wise councilor. Grant that in all things =he= may
- serve without reproach, so that your people may be
- strengthened and your Name glorified in all the world. All
- this we ask through Jesus Christ our Lord, who with you and
- the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, for ever and ever.
-
- *The People in a loud voice respond* Amen.
-
-
- *The new priest is now vested according to the order of priests.*
-
-
- *The Bishop then gives a Bible to the newly ordained, saying*
-
- Receive this Bible as a sign of the authority given you to
- preach the Word of God and to administer his holy
- Sacraments. Do not forget the trust committed to you as a
- priest of the Church of God.
-
- *The Bishop greets the newly ordained.*
-
-
- <The Peace>
-
- *The new Priest then says to the congregation*
-
- The peace of the Lord be always with you.
-
- *People* And also with you.
-
- *The Presbyters present greet the newly ordained; who then greets family
- members and others, as may be convenient. The Clergy and People greet
- one another.*
-
- <page 535>
-
-
- <At the Celebration of the Eucharist>
-
- *The liturgy continues with the Offertory. Deacons prepare the Table.*
-
- *Standing at the Lord's Table, with the Bishop and other presbyters, the
- newly ordained Priest joins in the celebration of the Holy Eucharist and
- in the Breaking of the Bread.*
-
- After Communion
-
- *In place of the usual postcommunion prayer, the following is said*
-
- Almighty Father, we thank you for feeding us with the holy
- food of the Body and Blood of your Son, and for uniting us
- through him in the fellowship of your Holy Spirit. We thank
- you for raising up among us faithful servants for the ministry
- of your Word and Sacraments. We pray that &N. may be to us
- an effective example in word and action, in love and patience,
- and in holiness of life. Grant that we, with =him=, may serve
- you now, and always rejoice in your glory; through Jesus
- Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and
- the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
-
- *The Bishop then asks the new priest to bless the people.*
-
- *The new Priest says*
-
- The blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit,
- be among you, and remain with you always. =Amen.=
-
- *A Deacon, or a Priest if no deacon is present, dismisses the people*
-
- Let us go forth into the world, rejoicing in the
- power of the Spirit.
-
- *People* Thanks be to God.
-
-
- *From Easter Day through the Day of Pentecost, "Alleluia, alleluia," may
- be added to the dismissal and to the response.*
-
- <page 536>
-
-
- *Concerning the Service*
-
- *When a bishop is to confer Holy Orders, at least two presbyters must be
- present.*
-
- *From the beginning of the service until the Offertory, the bishop
- presides from a chair placed close to the people, and facing them, so
- that all may see and hear what is done.*
-
- *The ordinand is to be vested in surplice or alb, without stole, tippet,
- or other vesture distinctive of ecclesiastical or academic or order.*
-
- *When the ordinand is presented, =his= full name (designated by the
- symbol &N.&N.) is used. Thereafter, it is appropriate to refer to =him=
- only by the Christian name by which =he= wishes to be known.*
-
- *At the Offertory, it is appropriate that the bread and wine be brought
- to the Altar by the family and friends of the newly ordained.*
-
- *After receiving Holy Communion, the new deacon assists in the
- distribution of the Sacrament, ministering either the Bread or the Wine,
- or both.*
-
- *The family of the newly ordained may receive Communion before other
- members of the congregation. Opportunity is always given to the people
- to communicate.*
-
- *Additional Directions are on page 552.*
-
- <page 537>
-
-
-
- <The Ordination of a Deacon>
-
-
- *A hymn, psalm, or anthem may be sung.*
-
-
- *The people standing, the Bishop says*
-
- Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
-
- *People* And blessed be his kingdom, now and for ever. Amen.
-
-
- *In place of the above, from Easter Day through the Day of Pentecost*
-
- *Bishop* Alleluia. Christ is risen.
-
- *People* The Lord is risen indeed. Alleluia.
-
-
- *In Lent and on other penitential occasions*
-
- *Bishop* Bless the Lord who forgives all our sins.
-
- *People* His mercy endures for ever.
-
-
- *Bishop*
-
- Almighty God, to you all hearts are open, all desires known,
- and from you no secrets are hid: Cleanse the thoughts of our
- hearts by the inspiration of your Holy Spirit, that we may
- perfectly love you, and worthily magnify your holy Name;
- through Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
- <page 538>
-
-
- <The Presentation>
-
- *The bishop and people sit. A Priest and a Lay Person, and additional
- presenters if desired, standing before the bishop, present the ordinand,
- saying*
-
- &N., Bishop in the Church of God, on behalf of the clergy and
- people of the Diocese of &N., we present to you &N.&N. to be
- ordained a deacon in Christ's holy catholic Church.
-
-
- *Bishop*
-
- Has he been selected in accordance with the canons of this
- Church? And do you believe his manner of life to be suitable
- to the exercise of this ministry?
-
-
- *Presenters*
-
- We certify to you that he has satisfied the requirements of the
- canons, and we believe him qualified for this order.
-
-
- *The Bishops say to the ordinand*
-
- Will you be loyal to the doctrine, discipline, and worship of
- Christ as this Church has received them? And will you, in
- accordance with the canons of this Church, obey your bishop
- and other ministers who may have authority over you and
- your work?
-
-
- *Answer*
-
- I am willing and ready to do so; and I solemnly declare that I
- do believe the Holy Scriptures of the Old and New Testaments to
- be the Word of God, and to contain all things necessary to
- salvation; and I do solemnly engage to conform to the doctrine,
- discipline, and worship of The Episcopal Church.
-
- <page 539>
-
- *The Ordinand then signs the above Declaration in the sight of all
- present.*
-
- *All stand. The Bishop says to the people*
-
- Dear friends in Christ, you know the importance of this
- ministry, and the weight of your responsibility in presenting
- &N.&N. for ordination to the sacred order of deacons. Therefore
- if any of you know any impediment or crime because of
- which we should not proceed, come forward now, and make
- it known.
-
- *If no objection is made, the Bishop continues*
-
- Is it your will that &N. be ordained a deacon?
-
-
- *The People respond in these or other words*
-
- It is.
-
-
- *Bishop*
-
- Will you uphold him in this ministry?
-
-
- *The People respond in these or other words*
-
- We will.
-
-
- *The Bishop then calls the people to prayer with these or similar words*
-
- In peace let us pray to the Lord.
-
- *All kneel, and the Person appointed leads the Litany for Ordinations,
- or some other approved litany. At the end of the litany, after the
- Kyries, the Bishop stands and reads the Collect for the Day, or the
- following Collect, or both, first saying*
-
- The Lord be with you
-
- *People* And also with you.
-
- <page 540>
-
- Let us pray.
-
- O God of unchangeable power and eternal light: Look
- favorably on your whole Church, that wonderful and sacred
- mystery; by the effectual working of your providence, carry
- out in tranquillity the plan of salvation; let the whole world
- see and know that things which were being cast down are being
- raised up, and things which had grown old are being made
- new, and that all things are being brought to their perfection
- by him through whom all things were made, your Son Jesus
- Christ our Lord; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity
- of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
-
- <The Ministry of the Word>
-
- *Three Lessons are read. Lay persons read the Old Testament Lesson and
- the Epistle.*
-
- *The Readings are ordinarily selected from the following list and may be
- lengthened if desired. On a Major Feast, or on a Sunday, the Bishop may
- select Readings from the Proper of the Day.*
-
- =Old Testament= Jeremiah 1:4-9, *or* Ecclesiasticus 39:1-8
-
- =Psalm= 84, *or* 119:33-40
-
- =Epistle= 2 Corinthians 4:1-6, *or* 1 Timothy 3:8-13, *or* Acts 6:2-7
-
-
- *The Reader first says*
-
- A Reading (Lesson) from &mdash..
-
- *A citation giving chapter and verse may be added.*
-
- <page 541>
-
- *After each Reading, the Reader may say*
-
- The Word of the Lord.
-
- *People* Thanks be to God.
-
- *or the Reader may say* Here ends the Reading (Epistle).
-
- *Silence may follow.*
-
- *A Psalm, canticle, or hymn follows each Reading.*
-
- *Then, all standing, the Deacon, or if no deacon is present, a Priest
- reads the Gospel, first saying*
-
- The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ
- according to &mdash..
-
- *People* Glory to you, Lord Christ.
-
- Luke 12:35-38, *or* Luke 22:24-27
-
-
- *After the Gospel, the Reader says*
-
- The Gospel of the Lord.
-
- *People* Praise to you, Lord Christ.
-
-
- <The Sermon>
-
-
- *The Congregation then says or sings the Nicene Creed*
-
- We believe in one God,
- the Father, the Almighty,
- maker of heaven and earth,
- of all that is, seen and unseen.
-
- <page 542>
-
- We believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ,
- the only Son of God,
- eternally begotten of the Father,
- God from God, Light from Light,
- true God from true God,
- begotten, not made,
- of one Being with the Father.
- Through him all things were made.
- For us and for our salvation
- he came down from heaven:
- by the power of the Holy Spirit
- he became incarnate from the Virgin Mary,
- and was made man.
- For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate;
- he suffered death and was buried.
- On the third day he rose again
- in accordance with the Scriptures;
- he ascended into heaven
- and is seated at the right hand of the Father.
- He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead,
- and his kingdom will have no end.
-
- We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life,
- who proceeds from the Father and the Son.
- With the Father and the Son he is worshipped and glorified.
- He has spoken through the Prophets.
- We believe in one holy catholic and apostolic Church.
- We acknowledge one baptism for the forgiveness of sins.
- We look for the resurrection of the dead,
- and the life of the world to come. Amen.
-
- <page 543>
-
-
- <The Examination>
-
- *All are seated except the ordinand, who stands before the Bishop. The
- Bishop addresses the ordinand as follows*
-
- My =brother=, every Christian is called to follow Jesus Christ,
- serving God the Father, through the power of the Holy Spirit.
- God now calls you to a special ministry of servanthood
- directly under your bishop. In the name of Jesus Christ, you
- are to serve all people, particularly the poor, the weak, the
- sick, and the lonely.
-
- As a deacon in the Church, you are to study the Holy
- Scriptures, to seek nourishment from them, and to model
- your life upon them. You are to make Christ and his
- redemptive love known, by your word and example, to those
- among whom you live, and work, and worship. You are to
- interpret to the Church the needs, concerns, and hopes of the
- world. You are to assist the bishop and priests in public
- worship and in the ministration of God's Word and
- Sacraments, and you are to carry out other duties assigned to
- you from time to time. At all times, your life and teaching are
- to show Christ's people that in serving the helpless they are
- serving Christ himself.
-
- My =brother=, do you believe that you are truly called by God
- and his Church to the life and work of a deacon?
-
- *Answer* I believe I am so called.
-
-
- *Bishop* Do you now in the presence of the Church commit
- yourself to this trust and responsibility?
-
- *Answer* I do.
-
-
- *Bishop* Will you be guided by the pastoral direction and
- leadership of your bishop?
-
- *Answer* I will.
-
- <page 544>
-
- *Bishop* Will you be faithful in prayer, and in the reading
- and study of the Holy Scriptures?
-
- *Answer* I will.
-
-
- *Bishop* Will you look for Christ in all others, being ready to
- heal and serve those in need?
-
- *Answer* I will.
-
-
- *Bishop* Will you do you best to pattern your life [and that
- of your family, *or* household, *or* community] in
- accordance with the teachings of Christ, so that you
- may be a wholesome example to all people?
-
- *Answer* I will.
-
-
- *Bishop* Will you in all things seek not your glory but the
- glory of the Lord Christ?
-
- *Answer* I will.
-
-
- *Bishop* May the Lord by his grace uphold you in the service
- he lays upon you.
-
- *Answer* Amen.
-
-
- <The Consecration of the Deacon>
-
- *All now stand except the ordinand, who kneels facing the Bishop.*
-
- *The hymn, Veni Creator Spiritus, or the hymn, Veni Sancte Spiritus, is
- sung.*
-
- *A period of silent prayer follows, the people still standing.*
-
- <page 545>
-
- *The Bishop then says this Prayer of Consecration*
-
- O God, most merciful Father, we praise you for sending your
- Son Jesus Christ, who took on himself the form of a servant,
- and humbled himself, becoming obedient even to death on
- the cross. We praise you that you have highly exalted him,
- and made him Lord of all; and that, through him, we know
- that whoever would be great must be servant of all. We praise
- you for the many ministries in your Church, and for calling
- this your servant to the order of deacons.
-
-
- *Here the Bishop lays hands upon the head of the ordinand, and prays*
-
- Therefore, Father, through Jesus Christ your Son, give your
- Holy Spirit to &N.; fill him with grace and power, and make
- him a deacon in your Church.
-
- *The Bishop continues*
-
- Make =him=, O Lord, modest and humble, strong and constant,
- to observe the discipline of Christ. Let =his= life and teaching so
- reflect your commandments, that through =him= many may
- come to know you and love you. As your Son came not to be
- served but to serve, may this deacon share in Christ's service,
- and come to the unending glory of him who, with you and
- the Holy Spirit, lives and reigns, one God, for ever and ever.
-
- *The People in a loud voice respond* Amen.
-
-
- *The new deacon is now vested according to the order of deacons.*
-
-
- *The Bishop then gives a Bible to the newly ordained, saying*
-
- Receive this Bible as the sign of your authority to proclaim
- God's Word and to assist in the ministration of his holy
- Sacraments.
-
- <page 546>
-
-
- <The Peace>
-
- *The Bishop then says to the congregation*
-
- The peace of the Lord be always with you.
-
- *People* And also with you.
-
-
- *The Bishop and the Clergy now greet the newly ordained.*
-
- *The new Deacon then exchanges greetings with family members and others,
- as may be convenient.*
-
- *The Clergy and People greet one another.*
-
-
- <At the Celebration of the Eucharist>
-
- *The liturgy continues with the Offertory.*
-
- *The newly ordained Deacon prepares the bread, pours sufficient wine
- (and a little water) into the chalice, and places the vessels on the
- Lord's Table.*
-
- *The Bishop goes to the Table and begins the Great Thanksgiving.*
-
-
- <After Communion>
-
- *In place of the usual postcommunion prayer, the following is said*
-
- Almighty Father, we thank you for feeding us with the holy
- food of the Body and Blood of your Son, and for uniting us
- through him in the fellowship of your Holy Spirit. We thank
- you for raising up among us faithful servants for the ministry
- <page 547>
- of your Word and Sacraments. We pray that &N. may be to us
- an effective example in word and action, in love and patience,
- and in holiness of life. Grant that we, with =him=, may serve
- you now, and always rejoice in your glory; through Jesus
- Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and
- the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
-
- *The Bishop blesses the people, after which the new Deacon dismisses
- them*
-
- Let us go forth into the world,
- rejoicing in the power of the Spirit.
-
- *People* Thanks be to God.
-
- *From Easter Day through the Day of Pentecost, "Alleluia, alleluia," may
- be added to the dismissal and to the response.*
-
- <page 548>
-
-
- <The Litany for Ordinations>
-
- *For use at Ordinations as directed. On Ember Days or other occasions,
- if desired, this Litany may be used for the Prayers of the People at the
- Eucharist or the Daily Office, or it may be used separately.*
-
- God the Father,
- =Have mercy on us.=
-
- God the Son,
- =Have mercy on us.=
-
- God the Holy Spirit,
- =Have mercy on us.=
-
-
- We pray to you, Lord Christ.
- =Lord, hear our prayer.=
-
- 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 you, O Lord.
- =Lord, hear our prayer.=
-
- For all members of your Church in their vocation and
- ministry, that they may serve you in a true and godly life,
- we pray to you, O Lord.
- =Lord, hear our prayer.=
-
- For &N., our Presiding Bishop, and for all bishops, priests, and
- deacons, that they may be filled with your love, may hunger
- for truth, and may thirst after righteousness,
- we pray to you, O Lord.
- =Lord, hear our prayer.=
-
- <page 549>
-
- [[For &N., chosen bishop (priest, deacon) in your Church,
- we pray to you, O Lord.
- =Lord, hear our prayer.=
-
- That =he= may faithfully fulfill the duties of this ministry, build
- up your Church, and glorify your Name,
- we pray to you, O Lord.
- =Lord, hear our prayer.=
-
- That by the indwelling of the Holy Spirit =he= may be sustained and
- encouraged to persevere to the end,
- we pray to you, O Lord.
- =Lord, hear our prayer.=]]
-
- [[For =his= family [the members of =his= household *or* community],
- that they may be adorned with all Christian virtues,
- we pray to you, O Lord.
- =Lord, hear our prayer.=]]
-
- 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, hear our prayer.=
-
- 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, hear our prayer.=
-
- For those who do not yet believe, and for those who have lost
- their faith, that they may receive the light of the Gospel,
- we pray to you, O Lord.
- =Lord, hear our prayer.=
-
- 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, hear our prayer.=
-
- <page 550>
-
- *For those in positions of public trust [especially &mdash.],
- that they may serve justice and promote the dignity and
- freedom of every person,
- we pray to you, O Lord.
- =Lord, hear our prayer.=
-
- [[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, hear our prayer.=]]
-
- 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, hear our prayer.=
-
- [[For ourselves; for the forgiveness of our sins, and for the
- grace of the Holy Spirit to amend our lives,
- we pray to you, O Lord.
- =Lord, hear our prayer.=]]
-
- 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 rest in that place where there is no pain
- or grief, but life eternal,
- we pray to you, O Lord.
- =Lord, hear our prayer.=
-
- Rejoicing in the fellowship of [the ever-blessed Virgin Mary,
- (=blessed= &N.) and] all the saints, let us commend ourselves,
- and one another, and all our life to Christ our God.
- =To you, O Lord our God.=
-
- <page 551>
-
- Lord, have mercy.
- =Christ, have mercy.=
- Lord, have mercy.
-
-
- *At Ordinations, the Bishop who is presiding stands and says*
-
- The Lord be with you.
-
- *People* And also with you.
-
- *Bishop* Let us pray.
-
- The Bishop says the appointed Collect.
-
-
- *When this Litany is used on other occasions, the Officiant concludes
- with a suitable Collect.*
-
- <page 552>
-
-
- *Additional Directions*
-
-
- *At all Ordinations*
-
- *The celebration of the Holy Eucharist may be according to Rite One or
- Rite Two. In either case, the rubrics of the service of ordination are
- followed. The Summary of the Law, the Gloria in excelsis, the Prayers
- of the People after the Creed, the General Confession, and the usual
- postcommunion prayer are not used.*
-
- *At the Presentation of the Ordinand, the Declaration "I do believe the
- Holy Scriptures..." is to be provided as a separate document to be
- signed, as directed by Article VIII of the Constitution of this Church
- and by the rubrics in each of the ordination rites. (Where there are
- more ordinands than one, each is to be presented with a separate copy
- for signature.)*
-
- *The hymn to the Holy Spirit before the Prayer of Consecration may be
- sung responsively between a bishop and the congregation, or in same
- other convenient manner.*
-
- *If vestments or other symbols of office are to be dedicated, such
- blessing is to take place at some convenient time prior to the service.
- The following form may be used.*
-
- &V. Our help is in the Name of the Lord;
-
- &R. The maker of heaven and earth.
-
- &V. The Lord be with you.
-
- &R. And also with you.
-
- Let us pray.
-
- Everliving God, whose power is limitless, we place before
- you, with our praise and thanks, =these tokens= of your
- servant's ministry and dignity. Grant that &N., who has been
- called to leadership in your Church, and bears =these signs=,
- may faithfully serve you and share in the fullness of your
- life-giving Spirit; through the high priest and good shepherd
- of us all, Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
- <page 553>
-
-
- *At the Ordination of a Bishop*
-
- *Following the Consecration Prayer, and while the new bishop is being
- clothed with the vesture of the episcopate, instrumental music may be
- played.*
-
- *Following the presentation of the Bible, and the formula "Receive the
- Holy Scriptures..." a ring, staff, and mitre, or other suitable insignia
- of office may be presented.*
-
- *During the Eucharistic Prayer, it is appropriate that some of the
- consecrating bishops, and representative presbyters of the diocese,
- stand with the new bishop at the Altar as fellow ministers of the
- Sacrament.*
-
- *The newly ordained bishop, assisted by other ministers, distributes
- Holy Communion to the people. When necessary, the administration may
- take place at several conveniently separated places in the church.*
-
- *After the pontifical blessing and the dismissal, a hymn of praise may
- be sung.*
-
- *The bishops who are present are not to depart without signing the
- Letters of Consecration.*
-
-
- *At the Ordination of a Priest*
-
- *Reasonable opportunity is to be given for the priests present to join
- in the laying on of hands.*
-
- *The stole worn about the neck, or other insignia of the office of
- priest, is placed upon the new priest after the entire Prayer of
- Consecration is completed, and immediately before the Bible is
- presented. Afterwards, other instruments or symbols of office may be
- given.*
-
- *If two or more are ordained together, each is to have =his= own
- presenters. The ordinands may be presented together, or in succession,
- as the bishop may direct. Thereafter, references to the ordinand in the
- singular are changed to the plural where necessary. The ordinands are
- examined together.*
-
- *During the Prayer of Consecration, the bishop and priests lay their
- hands upon the head of each ordinand. During the laying on of hands,
- the bishop alone says over each ordinand "Father, through Jesus Christ
- your
- <page 554>
- Son, give your Holy Spirit to &N.; fill =him= with grace and power, and
- make =him= a priest in your Church." When they have laid their hands
- upon all the ordinands, the bishop continues "May the exalt you, O Lord,
- in the midst..."*
-
- *A Bible is to be given to each new priest, and the words "Receive this
- Bible..." are to be said to each one.*
-
- *All the newly ordained take part in the exchange of the Peace, and join
- the bishop and other priests at the Altar for the Great Thanksgiving.
- Similarly, all the new priests break the consecrated Bread and receive
- Holy Communion.*
-
-
- *At the Ordination of a Deacon*
-
- *The stole worn over the left shoulder, or other insignia of the office
- of deacon, is placed upon the deacon after the entire Prayer of
- Consecration is completed, and immediately before the Bible is given.*
-
- *If two or more are ordained together, each is to have =his= own
- presenters. The ordinands may be presented together, or in succession,
- as the bishop may direct. Thereafter, references to the ordinand in the
- singular are changed to the plural where necessary.*
-
- *The ordinands are examined together.*
-
- *During the Prayer of Consecration, the bishop is to lay hands upon the
- head of each ordinand, and say over each "Father, through Jesus Christ
- your Son, give your Holy Spirit to &N.; fill =him= with grace and power,
- and make =him= a deacon in your Church." When they have laid their
- hands upon all the ordinands, the bishop continues "Make them, O Lord,
- modest and humble..."*
-
- *A Bible is to be given to each new deacon, and the words "Receive this
- Bible..." are also to be said to each one.*
-
- *After participating in the Peace, the deacons go to the Altar for the
- Offertory. If there are many deacons, some assist in the Offertory and
- others administer Holy Communion. One, appointed by the bishop, is to
- say the dismissal.*
-
- *<page 555>*
-
- *When desired, deacons may be appointed to carry the Sacrament and
- minister Holy Communion to those communicants who, because of sickness
- or other grave cause, could not be present at the ordination.*
-
- *If the remaining Elements are not required for the Communion of the
- absent, it is appropriate for the deacons to remove the vessels from the
- Altar, consume the remaining Elements, and cleanse the vessels in some
- convenient place.*
-
- <page 556>
-
- <page 557>
-
-
- <Letter of Institution of a Minister>
-
- &N.&N., Presbyter of the Church of God, you have been called to work
- together with your Bishop and fellow-Presbyters as a pastor, priest, and
- teacher, and to take your share in the councils of the Church.
-
- Now, in accordance with the Canons, you have been selected to serve God
- in &mdash. Church [of] &mdash..
-
- This letter is a sign that you are fully empowered and authorized to
- exercise this ministry, accepting its privileges and responsibilities as
- a priest of this Diocese, in communion with your Bishop.
-
- Having committed yourself to this work, do not forget the trust of those
- who have chosen you. Care alike for young and old, strong and weak,
- rich and poor. By your words, and in your life, proclaim the Gospel.
- Love and serve Christ's people. Nourish them, and strengthen them to
- glorify God in this life and in the life to come.
-
- May the Lord, who has given you the will to do these things, give you
- the grace and power to perform them.
-
- Given under my hand and seal, in the city of &mdash., on the &mdash. day
- of &mash., 19&mdash., and in the &mdash. year of my consecration.
-
- (Signed) &mdash.
-
- Bishop of &mdash..
-
- <page 558>
-
-
- *Concerning the Service*
-
- *This order is for use when a priest is being instituted and inducted as
- the rector of a parish. It may also be used for the installation of
- deans and canons of cathedrals, or the inauguration of other ministries,
- diocesan or parochial, including vicars of missions and assistant
- ministers. Alterations in the service are then made according to
- circumstances.*
-
- *The chief minister is normally the bishop; but, if necessary, a deputy
- may be appointed. The bishop, when present, is the chief celebrant of
- the Eucharist. In the bishop's absence, a priest being inducted is the
- chief celebrant.*
-
- *Other priests, if any, who serve in the same congregation also stand
- with the chief celebrant at the Altar, and deacons assist according to
- their order.*
-
- *Lay persons from the congregation read the Old Testament Lesson and the
- Epistle, and perform other actions as indicated in the rubrics. A
- deacon or priest reads the Gospel. Other clergy of the diocese
- participate in this celebration as an expression of the collegiality of
- the ministry in which they share.*
-
- *Ministers of other Churches may appropriately be invited to
- participate.*
-
- *The new minister, if a deacon, should read the Gospel, prepare the
- elements at the Offertory, assist the celebration at the Altar, and
- dismiss the congregation.*
-
- *A lay person being instituted should read one of the Lessons and assist
- where appropriate.*
-
- *Additional Directions are on page 564.*
-
- <page 559>
-
-
- <Celebration of a
- New Ministry>
-
-
- *A hymn, psalm, or anthem may be sung.*
-
-
- <The Institution>
-
- *The Wardens, standing before the bishop with the new minister, say
- these or similar words*
-
- Bishop &N., we have come together today to welcome &N.&N.,
- who has been chosen to serve as =Rector= of (=name of church=).
- We believe that =he= is well qualified, and that =he= has been
- prayerfully and lawfully selected.
-
- *The Bishop may read the Letter of Institution, or else may state the
- purpose of the new ministry.*
-
-
- *The Bishop then says*
-
- &N., do you, in the presence of this congregation, commit
- yourself to this new trust and responsibility?
-
- *New minister* I do.
-
-
- *The Bishop then addresses the congregation*
-
- Will you who witness this new beginning support and uphold
- &N. in this ministry?
-
- *People* We will.
-
- <page 560>
-
- *The Bishop, standing, says*
-
- Let us then offer our prayers to God for all his people, for this
- congregation, and for &N. their =Rector=.
-
- *The Litany for Ordinations, or some other appropriate litany, is led by
- a person appointed. At the end of the litany, the Bishop, standing,
- says the following or some other Collect, first saying*
-
- The Lord be with you.
-
- *People* And also with you.
-
- *Bishop* Let us pray.
-
- Everliving God, strengthen and sustain &N., that with patience
- and understanding he may love and care for your people; and
- grant that together they may follow Jesus Christ, offering to
- you their gifts and talents; through him who lives and reigns
- with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.
- =Amen.=
-
-
- <At the Liturgy of the Word>
-
- *The Readings are selected from the following list, or in accordance
- with the directions on page 565.*
-
- =Old Testament= Joshua 1:7-9, *or* Numbers 11:16-17,24-25a
-
- =Psalm= 43, *or* 132:1-9, *or* 146, *or* 133 and 134 (especially
- suitable for use in the evening)
-
- =Epistle= Romans 12:1-18, *or* Ephesians 4:7,11-16
-
- =Gospel= John 15:9-16, *or* Luke 10:1-2, *or* John 14:11-15
-
-
- =The Sermon=
-
- *After the Sermon, and any responses to it, the congregation sings a
- hymn.*
-
- <page 561>
-
-
- <The Induction>
-
- *Representatives of the congregation and of the clergy of the diocese
- stand before the bishop with the new minister. Any of the presentations
- that follow may be added to, omitted, or adapted, as appropriate to the
- nature of the new ministry, and to the order of the minister. In the
- absence of the bishop, the deputy substitutes the words given in
- parentheses.*
-
-
- *Representatives of the congregation present a Bible, saying*
-
- &N., accept this Bible, and be among us (*or* be in this place) as
- one who proclaims the Word.
-
- *People* Amen.
-
-
- *The Bishop presents a vessel of water, saying*
-
- &N., take this water, and help me (help the bishop) baptize in
- obedience to our Lord.
-
- *People* Amen.
-
-
- *Others present a stole or other symbol, saying*
-
- &N., receive this =stole=, and be among us as a pastor and priest.
- *People* Amen.
-
-
- *Others present a book of prayers or other symbol, saying*
-
- &N., receive this =book=, and be among us as a =man= of prayer.
-
- *People* Amen.
-
-
- Others present olive oil or some other symbol, saying
-
- &N., use this =oil=, and be among us as a healer and reconciler.
-
- *People* Amen.
-
- <page 561>
-
-
- *If the new minister is the rector or vicar of the parish, a Warden may
- now present the keys of the church, saying*
-
- &N., receive these keys, and let the doors of this place be open
- to all people.
-
- *People* Amen.
-
-
- *Representative clergy of the diocese present the Constitution and
- Canons of this Church, saying*
-
- &N., obey these Canons, and be among us to share in the councils of this
- diocese.
-
- *People* Amen.
-
-
- *Other Representatives of the congregation present bread and wine,
- saying*
-
- &N., take this bread and wine, and be among us to break the
- Bread and bless the Cup.
-
- *People* Amen.
-
-
- *The Bishop then says*
-
- &N., let all these be signs of the ministry which is mine and
- yours (the Bishop's and yours) in this place.
-
- *People* Amen.
-
-
- *The new Minister, if a priest, may then kneel in the midst of the
- church, and may say*
-
- O Lord my God, I am not worthy to have you come under
- my roof; yet you have called your servant to stand in your
- house, and to serve at your altar. To you and to your service
- I devote myself, body, soul, and spirit. Fill my memory with
- the record of your mighty works; enlighten my understanding
- with the light of your Holy Spirit; and may all the desires of
- my heart and will center in what you would have me do. Make
- <page 563>
- me an instrument of your salvation for the people entrusted
- to my care, and grant that I may faithfully administer your
- holy Sacraments, and by my life and teaching set forth your
- true and living Word. Be always with me in carrying out the
- duties of my ministry. In prayer, quicken my devotion; in
- praises, heighten my love and gratitude; in preaching, give me
- readiness of thought and expression; and grant that, by the
- clearness and brightness of your holy Word, all the world may
- be drawn into your blessed kingdom. All this I ask for the
- sake of your Son our Savior Jesus Christ. =Amen.=
-
-
- *The Bishop then presents the new minister to the congregation, saying*
-
- Greet your new =Rector=.
-
-
- *When appropriate, the family of the new minister may also be presented
- at this time.*
-
-
- *The Congregation expresses its approval. Applause is appropriate. The
- Bishop greets the new minister.*
-
-
- *The new Minister then says to the people*
-
- The peace of the Lord be always with you.
-
- *People* And also with you.
-
-
- *The new Minister then greets other members of the clergy, family
- members, and the congregation. The People greet one another.*
-
-
- <At the Eucharist>
-
- *The service continues with the Offertory.*
-
- *The Bishop, or in the Bishop's absence a Priest beginning a new
- ministry, standing at the Lord's Table as chief celebrant, and joined by
- the other clergy, proceeds with the Great Thanksgiving of the
- Eucharist.*
-
- <page 564>
-
- *Except on Major Feasts, the Preface may be that for Apostles and
- Ordinations.*
-
-
- <After Communion>
-
- *At the Induction of a priest or deacon, in place of the usual
- postcommunion prayer, the Bishop leads the people in the following
- prayer; but if the new minister is a lay person, the usual postcommunion
- prayer is used.*
-
- Almighty Father, we thank you for feeding us with the holy
- food of the Body and Blood of your Son, and for uniting us
- through him in the fellowship of your Holy Spirit. We thank
- you for raising up among us faithful servants for the ministry
- of your Word and Sacraments. We pray that &N. may be to us
- an effective example in word and action, in love and patience,
- and in holiness of life. Grant that we, with =him=, may serve
- you now, and always rejoice in your glory; 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 newly inducted Priest may, at the bishop's request, pronounce a
- blessing.*
-
- *A Deacon, or a Priest if no deacon is present, dismisses the assembly.*
-
-
- =Additional Directions=
-
- *The Institution, the Ministry of the Word, and the Induction should
- occur at the entrance of the chancel, or in some other place where the
- bishop and other ministers may be clearly seen and heard by the people.*
-
- *The Letter of Institution is appropriate for the induction of a rector
- of a parish, the dean of a cathedral, and others having similar tenure
- of office.
- <page 565>
- Its wording may be altered by the bishop when circumstances require. In
- other cases, the bishop may state briefly the nature of the person's
- office and the authority being conferred.*
-
- *The new minister is normally presented to the bishop by the wardens of
- the parish, but additional, or other, persons may do this when desired.*
-
- *The Litany may be sung or said standing or kneeling, but the bishop
- always stands for the salutation and Collect at the end of it. The
- Collect of the Day, or a Collect of the season, or another prayer
- suitable to the occasion, may be used instead.*
-
- *Before the Gospel, there may be one or two Readings from Scripture. Any
- of the Readings, including the Gospel, may be selected from the Proper
- of the Day, or from the passages cited in the service. Other passages
- suitable to the circumstances may be substituted. Appropriate selections
- may be found in the service for the Ordination of a Deacon or in the
- Lectionary for Various Occasions.*
-
- *The sermon may be preached by the bishop, the new minister, or some
- other person; or an address about the work of the congregation and of
- the new minister may be made. Representatives of the congregation or of
- the community, the bishop, or other persons present, may speak in
- response to the address or sermon.*
-
- *The symbols presented should be large enough to be visible to all and
- should remain in the sight of the congregation during the Induction. The
- vestments and bread and wine may be used in the Eucharist which
- follows.*
-
- *The priest's prayer on page 562 is appropriate only for rectors of
- parishes, vicars of missions, hospital chaplains, and other priests
- having similar canonical charge.*
-
- *For the Great Thanksgiving, any of the authorize eucharistic prayers
- may be used.*
-
- <page 566>
-
- =Concerning the Service=
-
- *This service provides for the dedication and consecration of a church
- and its furnishings. Portions of the service may be used, or adapted
- when necessary, for dedicating parts of a building, or furnishings, that
- have been added, altered, or renovated. Likewise, suitable parts of
- this rite may be used for dedicating a chapel or an oratory within
- another building. Provisions for adapting the rite to special
- circumstances are given on page 576.*
-
- *This service may be used to dedicate and consecrate a church at any
- time after the building is ready for use as a place of worship.*
-
- *The service does not preclude the use of the building for educational
- or social purposes, or for other suitable activities.*
-
- *The bishop presides. The rector or minister in charge takes part as
- indicated. Neighboring ministers should be invited to participate, and
- may be assigned appropriate parts in the service.*
-
- *It is desirable that all members of the congregation, young and old,
- have some individual or collective part in the celebration, as well as
- the architect, builders, musicians, artists, benefactors, and friends.*
-
- *For a church or chapel long in use, a special order is provided on page
- 577.*
-
- *Additional Directions are on page 575.*
-
- <page 567>
-
-
- <The Dedication and
- Consecration of a Church>
-
- *On the day appointed, the clergy and people gather with the bishop in a
- place apart from the church or chapel.*
-
- *When all are ready, the Bishop says the following or similar words*
-
- Through the ages, Almighty God has moved his people to
- build houses of prayer and praise, and to set apart places for
- the ministry of his holy Word and Sacraments. With gratitude
- for the building (rebuilding, *or* adornment) of (=name of
- church=), we are now gathered to dedicate and consecrate
- it in God's Name.
-
-
- Let us pray.
-
- Almighty God, we thank you for making us in your image, to
- share in the ordering of your world. Receive the work of our
- hands in this place, now to be set apart for your worship, the
- building up of the living, and the remembrance of the dead,
- to the praise and glory of your Name; through Jesus Christ
- our Lord. =Amen.=
-
- *Necessary announcements may now be made.*
-
- *As the procession approaches the door of the church, singing and
- instrumental music are appropriate.*
-
- <page 568>
-
- *Standing at the door of the church, the Bishop says*
-
- Let the door(s) be opened.
-
-
- *The door is opened. With the pastoral staff the Bishop marks the
- threshold with the sign of the cross saying*
-
- Peace be to this house, and to all who enter here: + In the
- Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
- =Amen.=
-
-
- *As the procession moves into the church, Psalm 122 or some other
- appropriate psalm is sung. Hymns and anthems may also be sung.*
-
-
- *The congregation standing, the Bishop begins the Prayer for the
- Consecration of the Church*
-
- Our help is in the Name of the Lord;
-
- *People* The maker of heaven and earth.
-
- *Bishop* Let us pray.
-
-
- Everliving Father, watchful and caring, our source and our
- end: All that we are and all that we have is yours. Accept us
- now, as we dedicate this place to which we come to praise
- your Name, to ask your forgiveness, to know your healing
- power, to hear your Word, and to be nourished by the Body
- and Blood of your Son. Be present always to guide and to
- judge, to illuminate and to bless your people.
-
-
- *A Warden or other representative of the congregation continues*
-
- Lord Jesus Christ, make this a temple of your presence and a
- house of prayer. Be always near us when we seek you in this
- place. Draw us to you, when we come alone and when we
- come with others, to find comfort and wisdom, to be supported
- and strengthened, to rejoice and give thanks. May it be here,
- Lord Christ, that we are made one with you and with one
- <page 569>
- another, so that our lives are sustained and sanctified for
- your service.
-
-
- *The Rector or Minister in charge continues*
-
- Holy Spirit, open our eyes, our ears, and our hearts, that we
- may grow closer to you through joy and through suffering.
- Be with us in the fullness of your power as new members are
- added to your household, as we grow in grace through the
- years, when we are joined in marriage, when we turn to you
- in sickness or special need, and, at the last, when we are
- committed into the Father's hands.
-
-
- *The Bishop concludes*
-
- Now, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit,
- sanctify this place;
-
- *People* For everything in heaven and on earth is yours.
-
- *Bishop* Yours, O Lord, is the kingdom;
-
- *People* And you are exalted as head over all. Amen.
-
-
- *The Bishop moves to the Font, lays a hand upon it, and says*
-
- Father, we thank you that through the waters of Baptism we
- die to sin and are made new in Christ. Grant through your Spirit
- that those baptized here may enjoy the liberty and
- splendor of the children of God.
-
- &V. There is one Lord, one Faith, or Baptism;
-
- &R. One God and Father of all.
-
- We dedicate this Font in the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of
- the Holy Spirit. =Amen.=
-
- *If there are persons to be baptized, water is now poured into the Font,
- and the service continues as directed on page 575.*
-
- <page 570>
-
- *If no Baptism is to take place [water may be poured into the Font, and]
- the Bishop says*
-
- The Lord be with you.
-
- *People* And also with you.
-
- *Bishop* Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.
-
- *People* It is right to give him thanks and praise.
-
-
- *Facing the Font, the Bishop says*
-
- We thank you, Almighty God, for the gift of water. Over it
- the Holy Spirit moved in the beginning of creation. Through
- it you led the children of Israel out of their bondage in Egypt
- into the land of promise. In it your Son Jesus received the
- baptism of John and was anointed by the Holy Spirit as the
- Messiah, the Christ, to lead us, through his death and
- resurrection, from the bondage of sin into everlasting life.
-
- We thank you, Father, for the water of Baptism. In it we are
- buried with Christ in his death. By it we share in his resurrection.
- Through it we are reborn by the Holy Spirit. Therefore in
- joyful obedience to your Son, we bring into his fellowship
- those who come to him in faith, baptizing them in the Name
- of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
-
- Grant, by the power of your Holy Spirit, that those who here
- are cleansed from sin and born again may continue for ever
- in the risen life of Jesus Christ our Savior.
-
- To him, to you, and to the Holy Spirit, be all honor and
- glory, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
-
- *The Bishop proceeds to the Lectern, lays a hand upon it, and says*
-
- Father, your eternal Word speaks to us through the words of
- Holy Scripture. Here we read about your mighty acts and
- purposes in history, and about those whom you chose as the
- <page 571>
- agents of your will. Inspired by the revelation of your Son,
- we seek your present purposes. Give us ears to hear and
- hearts to obey.
-
- &V. May the words of our mouth, and the meditation of our heart,
-
- &R. Be acceptable to you, O Lord our God.
-
- We dedicate the Lectern in the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and
- of the Holy Spirit. =Amen.=
-
-
- *The Bishop goes to the pulpit, lays a hand upon it, and says*
-
- Father, in every age you have spoken through the voices of
- prophets, pastors, and teachers. Purify the lives and the lips
- of those who speak here, that your word only may be
- proclaimed, and your word only may be heard.
-
- &V. Your word is a lantern to our feet,
-
- &R. And a light upon our path.
-
- We dedicate this Pulpit in the Name of the Father, and of the
- Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
-
-
- <At the Liturgy of the Word>
-
- *Three Lessons are read. Lay persons read the Old Testament Lesson and
- the Epistle. The Deacon (or a Priest) reads the Gospel. Selections are
- ordinarily made from the following list; but on a Major Feast, Sunday,
- or Patronal Feast, selections may be made from the Proper of the Day.*
-
- =Old Testament= 1 Kings 8:22-23,27b-30, *or* 2 Samuel 6:12-15,17-19
-
- =Psalm= 84, *or* 48
-
- =Epistle= Revelation 21:2-7, *or* 1 Corinthians 3:1-11,16-17 *or*
- 1 Peter 2:1-9
-
- <page 572>
-
- *When an instrument of music is to be dedicated, after the Epistle the
- Bishop proceeds to an appropriate place, and says*
-
- Father, your people worship you with many voices and
- sounds, in times of joy and sorrow. Move us to express the
- wonder, the power, and the glory of your creation in the
- music we make and in the songs we sing.
-
- &V. Praise him with the sound of the trumpet;
-
- &R. Praise him with strings and pipe.
-
- We dedicate this (=name of instrument=) in the Name of the
- Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. =Amen.=
-
- *Instrumental music is now played, or a hymn or anthem sung.*
-
- *All then stand for the Gospel, which may be the following*
-
- Matthew 7:13-14,24-25, *or* Matthew 21:10-14
-
-
- =Sermon or Address=
-
- *Other Pastoral Offices may follow.*
-
- *If the Apostles' Creed has not already been said, the Nicene Creed is
- now said or sung.*
-
- *The Deacon or a member of the congregation leads the Prayers of the
- People.*
-
- *After a period of silence, the Bishop concludes with the following
- prayers*
-
- Almighty God, all times are your seasons, and all occasions
- invite your tender mercies: Accept our prayers and
- intercessions offered in this place today and in the days to
- come; through Jesus Christ, our Mediator and Advocate.
- =Amen.=
-
- <page 573>
-
- We give you thanks, O God, for the gifts of your people, and
- for the work of many hands, which have beautified this place
- and furnished it for the celebration of your holy mysteries.
- Accept and bless all we have done, and grant that in these
- earthly things we may behold the order and beauty of things
- heavenly; through Jesus christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
-
- *The Bishop then says*
-
- Let us now pray for the setting apart of the Altar.
-
-
- *The Bishop goes to the Table and, with arms extended, says*
-
- We praise you, Almighty and eternal God, that for us and for
- our salvation, you sent your Son Jesus Christ to be born
- among us, that through him we might become your sons and
- daughters.
- =Blessed be your Name, Lord God.=
-
- We praise you for his life on earth, and for his death upon the
- cross, through which he offered himself as a perfect sacrifice.
- =Blessed be your Name, Lord God.=
-
- We praise you for raising him from the dead, and for exalting
- him to be our great High Priest.
- =Blessed be your Name, Lord God.=
-
- We praise you for sending your Holy Spirit to make us holy,
- and to unite us in your holy Church.
- =Blessed be your Name, Lord God.=
-
-
- *The Bishop lays a hand upon the Table, and continues*
-
- <page 574>
-
- Lord God, hear us. Sanctify this Table dedicated to you. Let
- it be to us a sign of the heavenly Altar where you saints and
- angels praise you for ever. Accept here the continual recalling
- of the sacrifice of your Son. Grant that all who eat and drink
- at this holy Table may be fed and refreshed by his flesh and
- blood, be forgiven for their sins, united with one another, and
- strengthened for your service.
- =Blessed be your Name, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit; now
- and for endless ages. Amen.=
-
- *Bells may now be rung and music played. Members of the congregation
- vest the Altar, place the vessels on it, and light the candles.*
-
-
- <The Peace>
-
- *The Bishop says to the people*
-
- The peace of the Lord be always with you.
-
- *People* And also with you.
-
-
- *Then the bishop and other clergy and the people greet one another.*
-
-
- <At the Eucharist>
-
- *The service continues with the Offertory.*
-
- *The bishop, or a priest appointed, is the chief celebrant.*
-
- *The Preface of the Dedication of a Church may be used.*
-
- *After the postcommunion prayer, the Bishop blesses the people; and a
- Deacon or Priest dismisses them.*
-
- <page 575>
-
-
- *Additional Directions*
-
- *The complete form of the service for the Dedication and Consecration of
- a Church is to be used at the opening of a church or chapel. This
- service does not require that the premises be debt-free or owned.*
-
- *When the clergy and people assemble before the service, they may gather
- out of doors, in the parish house, in a former or neighboring place of
- worship, or in some other building. When convenient, the procession may
- go around the building(s) to be dedicated and then go to the principal
- door. Hymns or psalms may be used in procession. The use of portable
- musical instruments is suitable. If there is an organ, it is
- appropriate that it remain silent until dedicated. When the weather is
- inclement, or other circumstances make it necessary, the congregation
- may assemble inside the church; but the bishop, other clergy, and
- attendants will enter in procession through the principal door.*
-
- *When a new church is being consecrated, it is desirable that sacred
- vessels, ornaments, and decorations be carried into the building in the
- procession. Such things as the deed for the property and the blueprint
- of the building(s), the keys, and the tools used in its construction may
- also be carried by appropriate persons.*
-
- *The cross signed on the threshold by the bishop may be marked in
- lasting from (incised, painted, inlaid). In place of a pastoral staff,
- the foot of a processional cross may be used for the signing.*
-
- *At the dedication of the font, children or other lay persons are to be
- assigned the task of pouring the water. If Holy Baptism is not to be
- administered, in addition to saying the prayer over the font as given,
- the bishop may consecrate oil of Chrism, as in the service of Holy
- Baptism, for subsequent use in this church.*
-
- *If Baptism is to be administered, the following order is used: The
- Gospel from "At Baptism," page 928; then the service of Holy Baptism,
- beginning with the Presentation of the Candidates, and concluding with
- the reception of the newly baptized.*
-
- <page 576>
-
- *As the furnishings in the church are dedicated, they may be decorated
- by members of the congregation with flowers, candles, hangings, or other
- ornaments.*
-
- *Selected verses of psalms and hymns, or instrumental music may be used
- as the ministers move from one part of the church to another.*
-
- *If one reading stand is to serve as both lectern and pulpit, only one
- of the prayers, and one of the versicles and responses, are used,
- followed by the words of dedication.*
-
- *At the dedication of the lectern, the Bible is brought forward and put
- into place by a donor, or a lay reader, or another suitable person.*
-
- *If there is an address instead of a sermon, it is suitable that a
- warden or other lay person outline the plans of the congregation for
- witness to the Gospel. The bishop may respond, indicating the place of
- this congregation within the life of the Diocese.*
-
- *The sermon or address may be followed by an appropriate Pastoral
- Office, such as Thanksgiving for the Birth or Adoption of a child,
- Commitment to Christian Service, or Blessing of Oil for the Sick.*
-
- *Any of the usual forms of the Prayers of the People may be used; or
- some other form may be composed for the occasion, having due regard for
- the distinctive nature of the community, and with commemoration of
- benefactors, donors, artists, artisans, and others.*
-
- *For the covering and decoration of the Altar, it is suitable that the
- donors of these furnishings, or other lay persons, bring them forward
- and put them in place. If incense is to be used, it is appropriate at
- this time.*
-
- *Instead of the Proper Preface suggested, that of the season may be
- used, or one appropriate to the name of the church.*
-
-
- =For the Dedication of Churches
- and Chapels in Special Cases=
-
- *If the place of worship is also to serve as a school or parish hall, or
- for some other suitable purpose, the service may be adapted to the
- circumstances.*
-
- <page 577>
-
- *If the church is also to be used for regular worship by other Christian
- bodies, it is appropriate that their representatives take part in the
- service, and that the service be adapted.*
-
- *Suitable portions of this service may be used by the bishop, or by a
- priest with the bishop's permission, for dedicating a private chapel or
- oratory.*
-
-
- =For the Dedication of Furnishings,
- or Parts of a Church or Chapel=
-
- *Relevant portions of the service for the Dedication and Consecration of
- a Church may be used by the bishop or a priest for blessing alterations,
- additions, or new furnishings in a church or chapel. In each such case,
- the appropriate prayer may be said, or adapted to the circumstances; and
- prayers and Bible readings related to the particular occasion may be
- selected. When possible, the areas or furnishings should be put into
- use at this time.*
-
- *The blessing of a new font or baptistry should always be done by a
- bishop, and should be followed, if possible, by the administration of
- Holy Baptism.*
-
- *The blessing of an Altar is also reserved for a bishop, and is always
- to be followed by the celebration of the Holy Eucharist.*
-
-
- =For a Church or Chapel Long in Use=
-
- *When buildings have been used for public worship for an extended period
- of time without having been consecrated, the following order may provide
- an opportunity for the congregation to reaffirm its commitment to its
- mission and ministry, and it will be particularly appropriate when a
- congregation attains recognition as a parish.*
-
- 1. Procession
-
- 2. Signing of threshold
-
- 3. Litany of Thanksgiving for a Church, page 578
-
- 4. Te Deum
-
- <page 578>
-
- 5. Liturgy of the Word, with sermon or address
-
- 6. Renewal of Baptismal Vows
-
- 7. Intercessions, including commemoration of benefactors
-
- 8. The Peace
-
- 9. The Eucharist, beginning with the Offertory
-
-
- <A Litany of Thanksgiving for a Church>
-
- Let us thank God whom we worship here in the beauty of
- holiness.
-
- Eternal God, the heaven of heavens cannot contain you,
- much less the walls of temples made with hands. Graciously
- receive our thanks for this place, and accept the work of our
- hands, offered to your honor and glory.
-
- For the Church universal, of which these visible buildings are
- the symbol,
- =We thank you, Lord.=
-
- For your presence whenever two or three have gathered
- together in your Name,
- =We thank you, Lord.=
-
- For this place where we may be still and know that you
- are God,
- =We thank you, Lord.=
-
- For making us your children by adoption and grace, and
- refreshing us day by day with the bread of life.
- =We thank you, Lord.=
-
- For the knowledge of your will and the grace to perform it,
- =We thank you, Lord.=
-
- For the fulfilling of our desires and petitions as you see
- best for us,
- =We thank you, Lord.=
-
- <page 579>
-
- For the pardon of our sins, which restores us to the company
- of your faithful people,
- =We thank you, Lord.=
-
- For the blessing of our vows and the crowning of our years
- with your goodness,
- =We thank you, Lord.=
-
- For the faith of those who have gone before us and for our
- encouragement by their perseverance,
- =We thank you, Lord.=
-
- For the fellowship of [&N., our patron, and of] all your
- Saints,
- =We thank you, Lord.=
-
-
- *After a brief silence, the Celebrant concludes with the following
- Doxology*
-
- Yours, O Lord, is the greatness, the power, the
- glory, the victory, and the majesty;
-
- *People* For everything in heaven and on earth is yours.
-
- *Celebrant* Yours, O Lord, is the kingdom;
-
- *People* And you are exalted as head over all. Amen.
-
-
- *This Litany may also be used on the anniversary of the dedication or
- consecration of a church, or on other suitable occasions.*
-
-
- <page 809>
-
- <Prayers and Thanksgivings>
-
- <page 810>
-
-
-
- <Prayers and Thanksgivings>
-
-
- <Prayers>
-
-
- =Prayers for the World=
-
- 1. For Joy in God's Creation
-
- 2. For all Sorts and Conditions of Men
-
- 3. For the Human Family
-
- 4. For Peace
-
- 5. For Peace among the Nations
-
- 6. For our Enemies
-
-
- =Prayers for the Church=
-
- 7. For the Church
-
- 8. For the Mission of the Church
-
- 9. For Clergy and People
-
- 10. For the Diocese
-
- 11. For the Parish
-
- 12. For a Church Convention of Meeting
-
- 13. For the Election of a Bishop or other Minister
-
- 14. For the Unity of the Church
-
- 15. For those about to be Baptized or to renew their Baptismal
- Covenant
-
- 16. For Monastic Orders and Vocations
-
- 17. For Church Musicians and Artists
-
- *Prayers for the Ordained Ministry are on pages 205 and 256.*
-
-
- =Prayers for National Life=
-
- 18. For our Country
-
- 19. For the President of the United States and all in Civil
- Authority
-
- 20. For Congress or a State Legislature
-
- 21. For Courts of Justice
-
- 22. For Sound Government
-
- <page 811>
-
- 23. For Local Government
-
- 24. For an Election
-
- 25. For those in the Armed Forces of our Country
-
- 26. For those who Suffer for the sake of Conscience
-
-
- =Prayers for the Social Order=
-
- 27. For Social Justice
-
- 28. In Times of Conflict
-
- 29. For Agriculture
-
- 30. For the Unemployed
-
- 31. For Schools and Colleges
-
- 32. For the Good Use of Leisure
-
- 33. For Cities
-
- 34. For Towns and Rural Areas
-
- 35. For the Poor and Neglected
-
- 36. For the Oppressed
-
- 37. For Prisons and Correctional Institutions
-
- 38. For the Right Use of God's Gifts
-
- 39. For those who Influence Public Opinion
-
- *Prayers for Industry and Labor are on pages 208, 210,
- 259, and 261.*
-
-
- =Prayers for the Natural Order=
-
- 40. For Knowledge of God's Creation
-
- 41. For the Conservation of Natural Resources
-
- 42. For the Harvest of Lands and Waters
-
- 43. For Rain
-
- 44. For the Future of the Human Race
-
-
- =Prayers for Family and Personal Life=
-
- 45. For Families
-
- 46. For the Care of Children
-
- 47. For Young Persons
-
- 48. For Those Who Live Alone
-
- 49. For the Aged
-
- <page 811>
-
- 50. For a Birthday
-
- 51. For a Birthday
-
- 52. For the Absent
-
- 53. For Travelers
-
- 54. For those we Love
-
- 55. For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement
-
- 56. For the Victims of Addiction
-
- 57. For Guidance
-
- 58. For Guidance
-
- 59. For Quiet Confidence
-
- 60. For Protection
-
- 61. A Prayer of Self-Dedication
-
- 62. A Prayer attributed to St. Frances
-
-
- *Prayers for the sick are on pages 548-461.*
-
- *Prayers for the dying are on pages 462-465.*
-
- *Prayers for the dead are on pages 202,253,487, and 503.*
-
-
- =Other Prayers=
-
- 63. In the Evening
-
- 64. Before Worship
-
- 65. For the Answering of Prayer
-
- 66. Before Receiving Communion
-
- 67. After Receiving Communion
-
- 68. After Worship
-
- 69. After Sunday
-
- 70. Grace at Meals
-
- *Prayers for Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and for morning and evening are
- on pages 56, 69, 98, and 123.*
-
-
- <Thanksgivings>
-
-
- =General Thanksgivings
-
- 1. A General Thanksgiving
-
- 2. A Litany of Thanksgiving
-
- *The General Thanksgivings is on pages 58 and 101.*
-
-
- =Thanksgivings for the Church=
-
- 3. For the Mission of the Church
-
- 4. For the Saints and Faithful Departed
-
-
- =Thanksgivings for National Life=
-
- 5. For the Nation
-
- 6. For Heroic Service
-
-
- =Thanksgivings for the Social Order=
-
- 7. For the Diversity of Races and Cultures
-
-
- =Thanksgivings for the Natural Order=
-
- 8. For the Beauty of the Earth
-
- 9. For the Harvest
-
-
- =Thanksgivings for Family and Personal Life=
-
- 10. For the Gift of a Child
-
- 11. For the Restoration of Health
-
- *Thanksgivings for the departed are on pages 487-489 and 503-504.*
-
- *The term "Various Occasions" in the following pages refers to the
- numbered Collects beginning on pages 199 and 251.*
-
- <page 814>
-
-
-
- <Prayers and Thanksgivings>
-
-
- <Prayers>
-
- *For use after the Collects of Morning or Evening Prayer or separately.*
-
- *Prayers originally composed in traditional idiom have not been
- modernized; but, except in certain classical prayers which do not lend
- themselves to modernization, pronouns and verbs have been put in italics
- to assist in rendering them into contemporary speech.*
-
-
- <Prayers for the World>
-
-
- =1. For Joy in God's Creation=
-
- O heavenly Father, =who hast= filled the world with beauty:
- Open our eyes to behold =thy= gracious hand in all =thy= works;
- that, rejoicing in =thy= whole creation, we may learn to serve
- =thee= with gladness; for the sake of him through whom all
- things were made, =thy= Son Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
-
- =2. For All Sorts and Conditions of Men=
-
- O God, the creator and preserver of all mankind, we humbly
- beseech thee for all sorts and conditions of men; that thou
- wouldest be pleased to make they ways known unto them, thy
- <page 815>
- saving health unto all nations. More especially we pray for
- thy holy Church universal; that it may be so guided and
- governed by thy 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 thy fatherly
- goodness all those who are in any ways afflicted or distressed,
- in mind, body, or estate; [especially those for whom our prayers
- are desired]; that it may please thee 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.=
-
-
- =3. 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.=
-
-
- =4. For Peace=
-
- *See also Various Occasions no. 18.*
-
- 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.=
-
- <page 815>
-
- =5. For Peace Among the 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.=
-
-
- =6. 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.=
-
-
- <Prayers for the Church>
-
- =7. For the Church=
-
- Gracious Father, we pray for they 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 thy Son our Savior. =Amen.=
-
-
- =8. For the Mission of the Church=
-
- *See also the prayers for the Mission of the church on pages 58, 100,
- and 101, and Various Occasions no. 16.*
-
- Everliving God, whose will it is that all should come to you
- through your Son Jesus Christ: Inspire our witness to him,
- that all may know the power of his forgiveness and the hope
- <page 817>
- of his resurrection; who lives and reigns with you and the
- Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
-
- =9. 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.=
-
-
- =10. For the Diocese=
-
- O God, by your grace you have called us in this Diocese to a
- goodly fellowship of faith. Bless our Bishops(s) &N. [and &N.],
- and other clergy, and all our people. Grant that your Word
- may be truly preached and truly heard, your Sacraments
- faithfully administered and faithfully received. By your
- Spirit, fashion our lives according to the example of your
- Son, and grant that we may show the power of your love to
- all among whom we live; through Jesus Christ our Lord.
- =Amen.=
-
-
- =11. For the Parish=
-
- Almighty and everliving God, ruler of all things in heaven
- and earth, hear our prayers for this parish family. Strengthen
- the faithful, arouse the careless, and restore the penitent.
- Grant us all things necessary for our common life, and bring
- us all to be of one heart and mind within your holy Church;
- through Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
- <page 818>
-
- =12. For a Church Convention or Meeting=
-
- *See also Various Occasions no. 13.*
-
- Almighty and everliving God, source of all wisdom and
- understanding, be present with those who take counsel
- [in &mdash.] for the renewal and mission of your Church.
- Teach us in all things to seek first your honor and glory. Guide
- us to perceive what is right, and grant us both the courage to
- pursue it and the grace to accomplish it; through Jesus Christ
- our Lord. =Amen.=
-
- =13. For the Election of a Bishop or other Minister=
-
- Almighty God, giver of every good gift: Look graciously on
- your Church, and so guide the minds of those who shall
- choose a bishop for this Diocese (=or=, rector for this parish),
- that we may receive a faithful pastor, who will care for your
- people and equip us for our ministries; through Jesus Christ
- our Lord. =Amen.=
-
- =14. For the Unity of the Church=
-
- *See also Various Occasions no. 14, and Collect no. 6 (page 395).*
-
- 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 =thee=; through Jesus Christ our Lord.
- =Amen.=
-
- <page 819>
-
- =15. for those about to be Baptized or
- to renew their Baptismal Covenant=
-
- O God, you prepared your disciples for the coming of the
- Spirit through the teaching of your Son Jesus Christ: Make
- the hearts and minds of 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 those to be ordained, see Various Occasions no. 15.*
-
-
- =16. 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.=
-
-
- =17. 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.=
-
- <page 819>
-
-
- <Prayers for National Life>
-
-
- =18. For our Country=
-
- *See also Various Occasions no. 17.*
-
- Almighty God, who hast given us this good land for our
- heritage: We humbly beseech thee that we may always prove
- ourselves a people mindful of thy favor and glad to do thy 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 into one united people the multitudes
- brought hither out of many kindreds and tongues. Endue
- with the spirit of wisdom those to whom in thy Name we entrust
- the authority of government, that there may be justice and
- peace at home, and that, through obedience to thy law, we
- may show forth thy 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 thee to fail;
- all which we ask through Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
-
- =19. 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 =thy= merciful care, that, being guided
- by =thy= Providence, we may dwell secure in =thy= 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 =thy= will. Fill them with the
- love of truth and righteousness, and make them ever mindful
- of their calling to serve this people in =thy= fear; through Jesus
- Christ our Lord, who =liveth= and =reigneth= with =thee= and the
- Holy Spirit, one God, world without end. =Amen.=
-
- <page 821>
-
-
- =20. For Congress or a State Legislature=
-
- O God, the fountain of wisdom, whose will is good and
- gracious, and whose law is truth: We beseech =thee= so to guide
- and bless our Senators and Representatives in Congress
- assembled (=or= in the Legislature of this State, =or= Common-
- wealth), that they may enact such laws as shall please =thee=,
- to the glory of =thy= Name and the welfare of this people;
- through Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
-
- =21. For Courts of Justice=
-
- Almighty God, =who sittest= in the throne judging right: We
- humbly beseech =thee= to bless the courts of justice and the
- magistrates in all this land; and give =unto= them the spirit of
- wisdom and understanding, that they may discern the truth,
- and impartially administer the law in the fear of =thee= alone;
- through him who shall come to be our Judge, =thy= Son our
- Savior Jesus Christ. =Amen.=
-
-
- =22. For Sound Government=
-
- *The responses in italics may be omitted.*
-
- 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 the President and members of the Cabinet, to Governors
- of States, Mayors of Cities, and to all in administrative
- authority, grant wisdom and grace in the exercise of their
- duties.
- =Give grace to your servants, O Lord.=
-
- <page 822>
-
- To Senators and Representatives, and those who make our
- laws in States, Cities, and Towns, 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.=
-
-
- =23. For Local Government=
-
- Almighty God our heavenly Father, send down upon those
- who hold office in this State (Commonwealth, City, County,
- Town, &mdash.) the spirit of wisdom, charity, and justice;
- that with steadfast purpose they may faithfully serve in their
- offices to promote the well-being of all people; through Jesus
- Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
-
- =24. For an Election=
-
- Almighty God, to whom we must account for all our powers
- and privileges: Guide the people of the United States (*or* of
- this community) in the election of officials and representatives;
- that, by faithful administration and wise laws, the rights of
- all may be protected and our nation be enabled to fulfill your
- purposes; through Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
- <page 823>
-
-
- =25. 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.=
-
-
- =26. 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.=
-
-
- <Prayers for the Social Order>
-
- =27. For Social Justice=
-
- *See also Various Occasions no. 21.*
-
- Grant, O God, that your holy and life-giving Spirit may so
- move every human heart [and especially the hearts of the
- people of this land], 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.=
-
- <page 824>
-
-
- =28. In Times of Conflict=
-
- O God, you have bound us together in a common life. Help us,
- in the midst of our struggles for justice and truth, to confront
- one another without hatred or bitterness, and to work
- together with mutual forbearance and respect; through Jesus
- Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
-
- =29. For Agriculture=
-
- *See also Various Occasions no. 19.*
-
- 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 for the earth, rejoicing in your
- goodness; through Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
- *For prayers for Industry and Labor, see Various Occasions no. 19,
- no. 24, and no. 25.*
-
-
- =30. 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.=
-
-
- =31. For Schools and Colleges=
-
- O Eternal God, bless all schools, colleges, and universities
- [and especially &mdash.], 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.=
-
- <page 825>
-
- *For Education, see Various Occasions no. 23.*
-
-
- =32. 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.=
-
-
- =33. 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;
- through Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
-
- =34. 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 [especially &mdash.]; 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.=
-
- <page 826>
-
-
- =35. For the Poor and the 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.=
-
-
- =36. For the Oppresed=
-
- Look with pity, O heavenly Father, upon the people in this
- land who live with injustice, terror, disease, and death as
- their constant companions. Have mercy upon us. Help us to
- eliminate our cruelty to these our neighbors. Strengthen those
- who spend their lives establishing equal protection of the law
- and equal opportunities for all. And grant that every one of
- us may enjoy a fair portion of the riches of this land; through
- Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
-
- =37. 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.=
-
- <page 827>
-
-
- =38. For the Right Use of God's Gifts=
-
- Almighty God, whose loving hand =hath= given us all that we
- possess: Grant us grace that we may honor =thee= with our
- substance, and, remembering the account which we must one
- day give, may be faithful stewards of =thy= bounty, through
- Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
-
- =39. 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 Social Service, see Various Occasions no. 22*
-
-
- <Prayers for the Natural Order>
-
- =40. 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.=
-
-
- =41. For the Conservation of Natural Resources=
-
- *See also Various Occasions no. 19.*
-
- 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.=
-
- <page 828>
-
- =42. For the Harvest of Lands and Waters=
-
- O gracious Father, =who openest thine= hand and =fillest= all
- things living with plenteousness: Bless the lands and waters,
- and multiply the harvests of the world; let =thy= Spirit go
- forth, that it may renew the face of the earth; show =thy=
- loving-kindness, that our land may give her increase; and
- save us from selfish use of what =thou givest=, that men and
- women everywhere may give =thee= thanks; through Christ
- our Lord. =Amen.=
-
-
- =43. For Rain=
-
- O God, heavenly Father, who by =thy= Son Jesus Christ
- =hast= promised to all those who seek =thy= kingdom and its
- righteousness all things necessary to sustain their life: Send
- us, we entreat =thee=, in this time of need, such moderate rain
- and showers, that we may receive the fruits of the earth, to
- our comfort and to =thy= honor; through Jesus Christ our
- Lord. =Amen.=
-
-
- =44. 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.=
-
-
- <Prayers for Family and Personal Life>
-
- =45. For Families=
-
- Almighty God, our heavenly Father, who settest the solitary
- in families: We commend to thy continual care the homes in
- which thy people dwell. Put far from them, we beseech thee,
-
- <page 829>
-
- every root of bitterness, the desire of vainglory, and the pride
- of life. Fill them with faith, virtue, knowledge, temperance,
- patience, godliness. Knit together in constant affection those
- who, in holy wedlock, 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 affectioned one
- to another; through Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
- *A prayer for parents is on page 444.*
-
-
- =46. 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.=
-
-
- =47. 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.=
-
-
- =48. 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.=
-
- <page 830>
-
-
- =49. For the Aged=
-
- Look with mercy, O God our Father, on all whose increasing
- years bring them weakness, distress, or isolation. Provide for
- them homes of dignity and peace; give them understanding
- helpers, and the willingness to accept help; and, as their
- strength diminishes, increase their faith and their assurance
- of your love. This we ask in the name of Jesus Christ our
- Lord. =Amen.=
-
-
- =50. For a Birthday=
-
- O God, our times are in your hand: Look with favor, we
- pray, on you servant &N. as =he= begins another year. Grant
- that =he= may grow in wisdom and grace, and strengthen =his=
- trust in your goodness all the days of =his= life; through Jesus
- Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
-
- =51. For a Birthday=
-
- Watch over thy child, O Lord, as =his= days increase; bless and
- guide =him= wherever =he= may be. Strengthen =him= when =he=
- stands; comfort =him= when discouraged or sorrowful; raise
- =him= up if =he= fall; and in =his= heart may thy peace which
- passeth understanding abide all the days of =his= life;
- through Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
-
- =52. For the Absent=
-
- O God, whose fatherly care =reacheth= to the uttermost parts
- of the earth: We humbly beseech =thee= 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 =thee=, may be bound together
- by =thy= love in the communion of =thy= Holy Spirit, and in the
- fellowship of =thy= saints; through Jesus Christ our Lord.
- =Amen.=
-
- <page 831>
-
- =53. 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 &mdash.]; 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.=
-
-
- =54. For those we Love=
-
- Almighty God, we entrust all who are dear to us to =thy=
- never-failing care and love, for this life and the life to come,
- knowing that =thou art= doing for them better things than we
- can desire or pray for; through Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
-
- =55. For a Person in Trouble or Bereavement=
-
- O merciful Father, who hast taught us in thy holy Word that
- thou dost not willingly afflict or grieve the children of men:
- Look with pity upon the sorrows of thy servant for whom
- our prayers are offered. Remember =him=, O Lord, in mercy,
- nourish =his= soul with patience, comfort =him= with a sense of
- thy goodness, lift up thy countenance upon =him=, and give
- =him= peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
- *Prayers for the sick are on pages 458-461. See also Various Occasions
- no. 20*
-
-
- =56. For the Victims of Addiction=
-
- O 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.=
-
- <page 832>
-
- =57. For Guidance=
-
- Direct us, O Lord, in all our doings with =thy= most gracious
- favor, and further us with =thy= continual help; that in all our
- works begun, continued, and ended in =thee=, we may glorify
- =thy= holy Name, and finally, by =thy= mercy, obtain everlasting
- life; through Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
-
- =58. For Guidance=
-
- O God, by whom the meek are guided in judgment, and
- light =riseth= up in darkness for the godly: Grant us, in all
- our doubts and uncertainties, the grace to ask what =thou
- wouldest= have us to do, that the Spirit of wisdom may save
- us from all false choices, and that in =thy= light we may see
- light, and in =thy= straight path may not stumble; through
- Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
-
- =59. For Quiet Confidence=
-
- O God of peace, =who hast= taught us that in returning and
- rest we shall be saved, in quietness and confidence shall be
- our strength: By the might of =thy= Spirit lift us, we pray =thee=,
- to =thy= presence, where we may be still and know that =thou
- art= God; through Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
-
- =60. For Protection=
-
- Assist us mercifully, O Lord, in these our supplications and
- prayers, and dispose the way of =thy= servants towards the
- attainment of everlasting salvation; that, among all the
- changes and chances of this mortal life, they may ever be
- defended by =thy= gracious and ready help; through Jesus
- Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
-
- =61. A Prayer of Self-Dedication=
-
- Almighty and eternal God, so draw our hearts to =thee=, so
- guide our minds, so fill our imaginations, so control our
- <page 833>
- wills, that we may be wholly =thine=, utterly dedicated =unto
- thee=; and then use us, we pray =thee=, as =thou wilt=, and always
- to =thy= glory and the welfare of =thy= people; through our Lord
- and Savior Jesus Christ. =Amen.=
-
-
- =62. 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.=
-
-
- <Other Prayers>
-
- *Prayers for Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, and for morning and
- evening, are on pages 56, 69, 98, and 123.*
-
-
- =63. In the Evening=
-
- O Lord, support us all the day long, until the shadows
- lengthen, and the evening comes, and the busy world is
- hushed, and the fever of life is over, and our work is done.
- Then in =thy= mercy, grant us a safe lodging, and a holy rest,
- and peace at the last. =Amen.=
-
-
- =64. Before Worship=
-
- O Almighty God, =who pourest= out on all who desire it the
- spirit of grace and of supplication: Deliver us, when we draw
- near to =thee=, from coldness of heart and wanderings of mind,
- that with steadfast thoughts and kindled affections we may
- worship =thee= in spirit and in truth; through Jesus Christ our
- Lord. =Amen.=
-
- <page 834>
-
-
- =65. For the Answering of Prayer=
-
- Almighty God, who hast promised to hear the petitions of
- those who ask in thy Son's Name: We beseech thee mercifully
- to incline thine ear to us who have now made our prayers and
- supplications unto thee; and grant that those things which we
- have faithfully asked according to thy will, may effectually be
- obtained, to the relief of our necessity, and to the setting forth
- of thy glory; through Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
-
- =66. Before Receiving Communion=
-
- *See also the prayer of Humble Access on page 337.*
-
- Be present, be present, O Jesus, our great High Priest, as you
- were present with your disciples, and be know to us in the
- breaking of bread; who live and reign with the Father and
- the Holy Spirit, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
-
- =67. After Receiving Communion=
-
- O Lord Jesus Christ, who in a wonderful Sacrament hast left
- unto us a memorial of thy passion: Grant us, we beseech
- thee, so to venerate the sacred mysteries of thy Body and
- Blood, that we may ever perceive within ourselves the fruit of
- thy redemption; who livest and reignest with the Father and
- the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. =Amen.=
-
-
- =68. After Worship=
-
- Grant, we beseech =thee=, Almighty God, that the words which
- we have heard this day with our outward ears, may, through
- =thy= grace, be so grafted inwardly in our hearts, that they may
- bring forth in us the fruit of good living, to the honor and
- praise of =thy= Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
- <page 835>
-
- =69. On Sunday=
-
- O God our King, by the resurrection of your Son Jesus Christ
- on the first day of the week, you conquered sin, put death to
- flight, and gave us the hope of everlasting life: Redeem all
- our days by this victory; forgive our sins, banish our fears,
- make us bold to praise you and to do your will; and steel us
- to wait for the consummation of your kingdom on the last
- great Day; through the same Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
-
- =70. Grace at Meals=
-
- Give us grateful hearts, our Father, for all =thy= mercies, and
- make us mindful of the needs of others; through Jesus Christ
- our Lord. =Amen.=
-
- *or this*
-
- Bless, O Lord, =thy= gifts to our use and us to =thy= service; for
- Christ's sake. =Amen.=
-
- *or this*
-
- Blessed are you, O Lord God, King of the Universe, for you
- give us food to sustain our lives and make our hearts glad;
- through Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
- *or this*
-
- For these and all his mercies, God's holy Name be blessed
- and praised; through Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
- <page 836>
-
-
-
- <Thanksgiving>
-
-
- <General Thanksgivings>
-
-
- =1. A General 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.
-
- We thank you also for those disappointments and failures
- that lead us to acknowledge our dependence on you alone.
-
- 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 him and
- make him known; and through him, at all times and in all
- places, may give thanks to you in all things. =Amen.=
-
-
- =2. A Litany of Thanksgiving=
-
- *For optional use on Thanksgiving Day, in place of the Prayers of the
- People at the Eucharist, or at any time after the Collects at Morning or
- Evening Prayer, or separately.*
-
- <page 837>
-
- Let us give thanks to God our Father for all his gifts so
- freely bestowed upon us.
-
- For the beauty and wonder of your creation, in earth and
- sky and sea.
- =We thank you, Lord.=
-
- For all that is gracious in the lives of men and women,
- revealing the image of Christ,
- =We thank you, Lord.=
-
- For our daily food and drink, our homes and families, and
- our friends,
- =We thank you, Lord.=
-
- For minds to think, and hearts to love, and hands to serve,
- =We thank you, Lord.=
-
- For health and strength to work, and leisure to rest and play,
- =We thank you, Lord.=
-
- For the brave and courageous, who are patient in suffering
- and faithful in adversity,
- =We thank you, Lord.=
-
- For all valiant seekers after truth, liberty, and justice,
- =We thank you, Lord.=
-
- For the communion of saints, in all times and places,
- =We thank you, Lord.=
-
- Above all, we give you thanks for the great mercies and
- promises given to us in Christ Jesus our Lord;
- =To him be praise and glory, with you, O Father, and the
- Holy Spirit, now and for ever. Amen.=
-
- *See also The General Thanksgiving on pages 58 and 101.*
-
- <page 838>
-
-
- <Thanksgivings for the Church>
-
- =3. For the Mission of the Church=
-
- Almighty God, you sent your Son Jesus Christ to reconcile
- the world to yourself: We praise and bless you for those
- whom you have sent in the power of the Spirit to preach the
- Gospel to all nations. We thank you that in all parts of the
- earth a community of love has been gathered together by
- their prayers and labors, and that in every place your servants
- call upon your Name; for the kingdom and the power and
- the glory are yours for ever. =Amen.=
-
-
- =4. For the Saints and Faithful Departed=
-
- *See also the prayer "O God, the King of Saints," page 489 and 504.*
-
- We give thanks to you, O Lord our God, for all your servants
- and witnesses of time past: for Abraham, the father of believers,
- and Sarah his wife; for Moses, the lawgiver, and Aaron, the
- priest; for Miriam and Joshua, Deborah and Gideon, and
- Samuel with Hannah his mother; for Isaiah and all the prophets;
- for Mary, the mother of our Lord; for Peter and Paul and all
- the apostles; for Mary and Martha, and Mary Magdalene; for
- Stephen, the first martyr, and all the martyrs and saints in
- every age and in every land. In your mercy, O Lord our God,
- give us, as you gave to them, the hope of salvation and the
- promise of eternal life; through Jesus Christ our Lord, the
- first-born of many from the dead. =Amen.=
-
-
- <Thanksgivings for National Life>
-
- =5. For the Nation=
-
- Almighty God, giver of all good things:
- We thank you for the natural majesty and beauty of this land.
- They restore us, though we often destroy them.
- =Heal us.=
-
- <page 839>
-
- We thank you for the great resources of this nation. They
- make us rich, though we often exploit them.
- =Forgive us.=
-
- We thank you for the men and women who have made this
- country strong. They are models for us, though we often fall
- short of them.
- =Inspire us.=
-
- We thank you for the torch of liberty which has been lit in
- this land. It has drawn people from every nation, though we
- have often hidden from its light.
- =Enlighten us.=
-
- We thank you for the faith we have inherited in all its rich
- variety. It sustains our life, though we have been faithless
- again and again.
- =Renew us.=
-
- Help us, O Lord, to finish the good work here begun.
- Strengthen our efforts to blot out ignorance and prejudice,
- and to abolish poverty and crime. And hasten the day when
- all our people, with many voices in one united chorus, will
- glorify your holy Name. =Amen.=
-
-
- =6. For Heroic Service=
-
- O Judge of the nations, we remember before you with grateful
- hearts the men and women of our country who in the day of
- decision ventured much for the liberties we now enjoy. Grant
- that we may not rest until all the people of this land share the
- benefits of true freedom and gladly accept its disciplines. This
- we ask in the Name of Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
- <page 840>
-
- <Thanksgiving for the Social Order>
-
- =7. For the Diversity of Races and Cultures=
-
- O God, who created all peoples in your image, we thank you
- for the wonderful diversity of races and cultures in this world.
- Enrich our lives by ever-widening circles of fellowship, and
- show us your presence in those who differ most from us, until
- our knowledge of your love is made perfect in our love for all
- your children; through Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
-
- <Thanksgivings for the Natural Order>
-
- =8. For the Beauty of the Earth=
-
- We give you thanks, most gracious God, for the beauty of
- earth and sky and sea; for the richness of mountains, plains,
- and rivers; for the songs of birds and the loveliness of flowers.
- We praise you for these good gifts, and pray that we may
- safeguard them for our posterity. Grant that we may continue
- to grow in our grateful enjoyment of your abundant creation,
- to the honor and glory of your Name, now and for ever. =Amen.=
-
-
- =9. For the Harvest=
-
- Most gracious God, by whose knowledge the depths are
- broken up and the clouds drop down the dew: We yield thee
- hearty thanks and praise for the return of seed
- time and harvest,
- for the increase of the ground and the gathering in of its fruits,
- and for all other blessings of thy merciful providence
- bestowed upon this nation and people. And, we beseech thee,
- give us a just sense of these great mercies, such as may appear
- in our lives by a humble, holy, and obedient walking before
- thee all our days; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom,
- with thee and the Holy Ghost be all glory and honor, world
- without end. =Amen.=
-
- <page 841>
-
-
- <Thanksgivings for Family and Personal Life>
-
- =10. For the Gift of a Child=
-
- *See also the Thanksgiving for a Child on page 439.*
-
- Heavenly Father, you sent; your own Son into this world. We
- thank you for the life of this child, &N., entrusted to our care.
- Help us to remember that we are all your children, and so to
- love and nurture =him=, that =he= may attain to that full stature
- intended for =him= in your eternal kingdom; for the sake of
- your dear Son, Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
-
- =11. For the Restoration of Health=
-
- Almighty God and heavenly Father, we give =thee= humble
- thanks because =thou hast= been graciously pleased to deliver
- from =his= sickness =thy= servant &N., in whose behalf we bless
- and praise =thy= Name. Grant, O gracious Father, that =he=,
- through =thy= help, may live in this world according to =thy= will,
- and also be partaker of everlasting glory in the life to come;
- through Jesus Christ our Lord. =Amen.=
-
- *Thanksgivings for the departed are on pages 487-489 and 503-504.*
-
- <page 842>
-
- <page 843>
-
- <An Outline
- of the Faith>
-
- <page 844>
-
-
- <Concerning the Catechism>
-
-
- *This catechism is primarily intended for use by parish priests,
- deacons, and lay catechists, to give an outline for instruction. It is
- a commentary on the creeds, but is not meant to be a complete statement
- of belief and practices; rather, it is a point of departure for the
- teacher, and it is cast in the traditional question and answer form for
- ease of reference.*
-
- *The second use of this catechism is to provide a brief summary of the
- Church's teaching for an inquiring stranger who picks up a Prayer Book.*
-
- *It may also be used to form a simple service; since the matter is
- arranged under headings, it is suitable for selective use, and the
- leader may introduce prayers and hymns as needed.*
-
- <page 845>
-
-
-
- <An Outline of the Faith
- commonly called the Catechism>
-
-
- <Human Nature>
-
-
- &Q. What are we by nature?
-
- &A. We are part of God's creation, made in the image of God.
-
-
- &Q. What does it mean to be created in the image of God?
-
- &A. It means that we are free to make choices: to love, to create, to
- reason, and to live in harmony with creation and with God.
-
-
- &Q. Why then do we live apart from God and out of harmony with
- creation?
-
- &A. From the beginning, human beings have misused their freedom and
- made wrong choices.
-
-
- &Q. Why do we not use our freedom as we should?
-
- &A. Because we rebel against God, and we put ourselves in the place of
- God.
-
-
- &Q. What help is there for us?
-
- &A. Our help is in God.
-
-
- &Q. How did God first help us?
-
- &A. God first helped us by revealing himself and his will, through
- nature and history, through many seers and saints, and especially the
- prophets of Israel.
-
- <page 846>
-
-
- <God the Father>
-
- &Q. What do we learn about God as creator from the revelation to Israel?
-
- &A. We learn that there is one God, the Father Almighty, creator of
- heaven and earth, of all that is, seen and unseen.
-
-
- &Q. What does this mean?
-
- &A. This means that the universe is good, that it is the work of a
- single loving God who creates, sustains, and directs it.
-
-
- &Q. What does this mean about our place in the universe?
-
- &A. It means that the world belongs to its creator; and that we are
- called to enjoy it and to care for it in accordance with God's
- purposes.
-
-
- &Q. What does this mean about human life?
-
- &A. It means that all people are worthy of respect and honor, because
- all are created in the image of God, and all can respond to the love
- of God.
-
-
- &Q. How was this revelation handed down to us?
-
- &A. This revelation was handed down to us through a community created
- by a covenant with God.
-
-
- <The Old Covenant>
-
- &Q. What is meant by a covenant with God?
-
- &A. A covenant is a relationship initiated by God, to which a body of
- people responds in faith.
-
-
- &Q. What is the Old Covenant?
-
- &A. The Old Covenant is the one given by God to the Hebrew people.
-
-
- &Q. What did God promise them?<page 847>
-
- &A. God promised that they would be his people to bring all the nations
- of the world to him.
-
-
- &Q. What response did God require from the chosen people?
-
- &A. God required the chosen people to be faithful; to love justice, to
- do mercy, and to walk humbly with their God.
-
-
- &Q. Where is this Old Covenant to be found?
-
- &A. The covenant with the Hebrew people is to be found in the books
- which we call the Old Testament.
-
-
- &Q. Where in the Old Testament is God's will for us shown most clearly?
-
- &A. God's will for us is shown most clearly in the Ten Commandments.
-
-
- <The Ten Commandments>
-
- *See pages 317 and 350.*
-
- &Q. What are the Ten Commandments?
-
- &A. The Ten Commandments are the laws give to Moses and the people of
- Israel.
-
-
- &Q. What do we learn from these commandments?
-
- &A. We learn two things: our duty to God, and our duty to our
- neighbors.
-
-
- &Q. What is our duty to God?
-
- &A. Our duty is to believe and trust in God;
-
- I To love and obey God and to bring others to know him;
-
- II To put nothing in the place of God;
-
- III To show God respect in thought, word, and deed;
-
- IV And to set aside regular times for worship, prayer, and the study
- of God's ways.
-
- <page 848>
-
- &Q. What is our duty to our neighbors?
-
- &A. Our duty to our neighbors is to love them as ourselves, and to do
- to other people as we wish them to do to us;
-
- V To love, honor, and help our parents and family; to honor those in
- authority, and to meet their just demands;
-
- VI To show respect for the life God has given us; to work and pray
- for peace; to bear no malice, prejudice, or hatred in our hearts; and to
- be kind to all the creatures of God;
-
- VII To use our bodily desires as God intended;
-
- VIII To be honest and fair in our dealings; to seek justice, freedom,
- and the necessities of life for all people; and to use our talents and
- possessions as ones who must answer for them to God;
-
- IX To speak the truth, and not to mislead others by our silence;
-
- X To resist temptations to envy, greed, and jealousy; to rejoice in
- other people's gifts and graces; and to do our duty for the love of God,
- who has called us into fellowship with him.
-
-
- &Q. What is the purpose of the Ten Commandments?
-
- &A. The Ten Commandments were given to define our relationship with God
- and our neighbors.
-
-
- &Q. Since we do not fully obey them, are they useful at all?
-
- &A. Since we do not filly obey them, we see more clearly our sin and
- our need for redemption.
-
-
- <Sin and Redemption>
-
-
- &Q. What is sin?
-
- &A. Sin is the seeking of our own will instead of the will of God, thus
- distorting our relationship with God, with other people, and with all
- creation.
-
- <page 849>
-
- &Q. How does sin have power over us?
-
- &A. Sin has power over us because we lose our liberty when our
- relationship with God is distorted.
-
-
- &Q. What is redemption?
-
- &A. Redemption is the act of God which sets us free from the power of
- evil, sin, and death.
-
-
- &Q. How did God prepare us for redemption?
-
- &A. God sent the prophets to call us back to himself, to show us our
- need for redemption, and to announce the coming of the Messiah.
-
-
- &Q. What is meant by the Messiah?
-
- &A. The Messiah is one sent by God to free us from the power of sin, so
- that with the help of God we may live in harmony with God, within
- ourselves, with our neighbors, and with all creation.
-
-
- &Q. Who do we believe is the Messiah?
-
- &A. The Messiah, or Christ, is Jesus of Nazareth, the only Son of God.
-
-
- <God the Son>
-
-
- &Q. What do we mean when we say that Jesus is the only Son of God?
-
- &A. We mean that Jesus is the only perfect image of the Father, and
- shows us the nature of God.
-
-
- &Q. What is the nature of God revealed in Jesus?
-
- &A. God is love.
-
-
- &Q. What do we mean when we say that Jesus was conceived by the power
- of the Holy Spirit and became incarnate from the Virgin Mary?
-
- &A. We mean that by God's own act, his divine Son received our human
- nature from the Virgin Mary, his mother. <page 850>
- &Q. Why did he take our human nature?
-
- &A. The divine Son became human, so that in him human beings might be
- adopted as children of God, and be made heirs of God's kingdom.
-
-
- &Q. What is the great importance of Jesus' suffering and death?
-
- &A. By his obedience, even to suffering and death, Jesus made the
- offering which we could not make; in him we are freed from the power
- of sin and reconciled to God.
-
-
- &Q. What is the significance of Jesus' resurrection?
-
- &A. By his resurrection, Jesus overcame death and opened for us the way
- of eternal life.
-
-
- &Q. What do we mean when we say that he descended to the dead?
-
- &A. We mean that he went to the departed and offered them also the
- benefits of redemption.
-
-
- &Q. What do we mean when we say that he ascended into heaven and is
- seated at the right hand of the Father?
-
- &A. We mean that Jesus took our human nature into heaven where he now
- reigns with the Father and intercedes for us.
-
-
- &Q. How can we share in his victory over sin, suffering, and death?
-
- &A. We share in his victory when we are baptized into the New Covenant
- and become living members of Christ.
-
-
- <The New Covenant>
-
- &Q. What is the New Covenant?
-
- &A. The New Covenant is the new relationship with God given by Jesus
- Christ, the Messiah, to the apostles; and, through them, to all who
- believe in him.
-
- <page 851>
-
- &Q. What did the Messiah promise in the New Covenant?
-
- &A. Christ promised to bring us into the kingdom of God and give life
- in all its fullness.
-
-
- &Q. What response did Christ require?
-
- &A. Christ commanded us to believe in him and to keep his commandments.
-
-
- &Q. What are the commandments taught by Christ?
-
- &A. Christ taught us the Summary of the Law and gave us the New
- Commandment.
-
-
- &Q. What is the Summary of the Law?
-
- &A. You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your
- soul, and with all your mind. This is the first and great
- commandment. And the second is like it: You shall love your neighbor
- as yourself.
-
-
- &Q. What is the New Commandment?
-
- &A. The New Commandment is that we love one another as Christ loved us.
-
-
- &Q. Where may we find what Christians believe about Christ?
-
- &A. What Christians believe about Christ is found in the Scriptures and
- summed up in the creeds.
-
-
- <The Creeds>
-
- *See pages 53, 96, 326, 327, and 864
-
- &Q. What are the creeds?
-
- &A. The creeds are statements of our basic beliefs about God.
-
-
- &Q. How many creeds does this Church use in its worship?
-
- &A. This Church uses two creeds: The Apostles' Creed and the Nicene
- Creed.
-
- <page 852>
-
-
- &Q. What is the Apostles' Creed?
-
- &A. The Apostles' Creed is the ancient creed of Baptism; it is used in
- the Church's daily worship to recall our Baptismal Covenant.
-
-
- &Q. What is the Nicene Creed?
-
- &A. The Nicene Creed is the creed of the universal Church and is used
- at the Eucharist.
-
-
- &Q. What, then, is the Athanasian Creed?
-
- &A. The Athanasian Creed is an ancient document proclaiming the nature
- of the Incarnation and of God as Trinity.
-
-
- &Q. What is the Trinity?
-
- &A. The Trinity is one God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
-
-
- <The Holy Spirit>
-
- &Q. What is the Holy Spirit?
-
- &A. The Holy Spirit is the Third Person of the Trinity, God at work in
- the world and in the Church even now.
-
-
- &Q. How is the Holy Spirit revealed in the Old Covenant?
-
- &A. The Holy Spirit is revealed in the Old Covenant as the giver of
- life, the One who spoke through the prophets.
-
-
- &Q. How is the Holy Spirit revealed in the New Covenant?
-
- &A. The Holy Spirit is revealed as the Lord who leads us into all truth
- and enables us to grow in the likeness of Christ.
-
-
- &Q. How do we recognize the presence of the Holy Spirit in our lives?
-
- &A. We recognize the presence of the Holy Spirit when we confess Jesus
- Christ as Lord and are brought into love and harmony with God, with
- ourselves, with our neighbors, and with all creation.
-
- <page 853>
-
- &Q. How do we recognize the truths taught by the Holy Spirit?
-
- &A. We recognize truths to be taught by the Holy Spirit when they are
- in accord with the Scriptures.
-
-
- <The Holy Scriptures>
-
- &Q. What are the Holy Scriptures?
-
- &A. The Holy Scriptures, commonly called the Bible, are the books of
- the Old and New Testaments; other books, called the Apocrypha, are
- often included in the Bible.
-
-
- &Q. What is the Old Testament?
-
- &A. The Old Testament consists of books written by the people of the
- Old Covenant, under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, to show God at
- work in nature and history.
-
-
- &Q. What is the New Testament?
-
- &A. The New Testament consists of books written by the people of the
- New Covenant, under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, to set forth
- the life and teachings of Jesus and to proclaim the Good News of the
- Kingdom for all people.
-
-
- &Q. What is the Apocrypha?
-
- &A. The Apocrypha is a collection of additional books written by people
- of the Old Covenant, and used in the Christian Church.
-
-
- &Q. Why do we call the Holy Scriptures the Word of God?
-
- &A. We call them the Word of God because God inspired their human
- authors and because God still speaks to us through the Bible.
-
-
- &Q. How do we understand the meaning of the Bible?
-
- &A. We understand the meaning of the Bible by the help of [ Page 854>
- the Holy Spirit, who guides the Church in the true interpretation of
- the Scriptures.
-
-
- <The Church>
-
- &Q. What is the Church?
-
- &A. The Church is the community of the New Covenant.
-
-
- &Q. How is the Church described in the Bible?
-
- &A. The Church is described as the Body of which Jesus Christ is the
- Head and of which all baptized persons are members. It is called the
- People of God, the New Israel, a holy nation, a royal priesthood, and
- the pillar and ground of truth.
-
-
- &Q. How is the Church described in the creeds?
-
- &A. The Church is described as one, holy, catholic, and apostolic.
-
-
- &Q. Why is the Church described as one?
-
- &A. The Church is one, because it is one Body, under one Head, our Lord
- Jesus Christ.
-
-
- &Q. Why is the Church described as holy?
-
- &A. The Church is holy, because the Holy Spirit dwells in it,
- consecrates its members, and guides them to do God's work.
-
-
- &Q. Why is the Church described as catholic?
-
- &A. The Church is catholic, because it proclaims the whole Faith to all
- people, to the end of time.
-
-
- &Q. Why is the Church described as apostolic?
-
- &A. The Church is apostolic, because it continues in the teaching and
- fellowship of the apostles and is sent to carry out Christ's mission
- to all people.
-
- <page 855>
-
- &Q. What is the mission of the Church?
-
- &A. The mission of the Church is to restore all people to unity with
- God and each other in Christ.
-
-
- &Q. How does the Church pursue its mission?
-
- &A. The Church pursues its mission as it prays and worships, proclaims
- the Gospel, and promotes justice, peace, and love.
-
-
- &Q. Through whom does the Church carry out its mission?
-
- &A. The church carries out its mission through the ministry of all its
- members.
-
-
- <The Ministry>
-
- &Q. Who are the ministers of the Church?
-
- &A. The ministers of the Church are lay persons, bishops, priests, and
- deacons.
-
-
- &Q. What is the ministry of the laity?
-
- &A. The ministry of lay persons is the represent Christ and his Church;
- to bear witness to him wherever they may be; and, according to the
- gifts given them, to carry on Christ's work of reconciliation in the
- world; and to take their place in the life, worship, and governance of
- the Church.
-
-
- &Q. What is the ministry of a bishop?
-
- &A. The minsitry of a bishop is to represent Christ and his Church,
- particularly as apostle, chief priest, and pastor of a diocese; to
- guard the faith, unity, and discipline of the whole Church; to
- proclaim the Word of God; to act in Christ's name for the
- reconciliation of the world and the building up of the Church; and to
- ordain others to continue Christ's ministry.
-
- <page 856>
-
- &Q. What is the ministry of a priest or presbyter?
-
- &A. The ministry of a priest is to represent Christ and his Church,
- particularly as pastor to the people; to share with the bishop in the
- overseeing of the Church; to proclaim the Gospel; to administer the
- sacraments; and to bless and declare pardon in the name of God.
-
-
- &Q. What is the ministry of a deacon?
-
- &A. The ministry of a deacon is to represent Christ and his Church,
- particularly as a servant of those in need; and to assist bishops and
- priests in the proclamation of the Gospel and the administration of
- the sacraments.
-
-
- &Q. What is the duty of all Christians?
-
- &A. The duty of all Christians is to follow Christ; to come together
- week by week for corporate worship; and to work, pray, and give for
- the spread of the kingdom of God.
-
-
- <Prayer and Worship>
-
- &Q. What is prayer?
-
- &A. Prayer is responding to God, by thought and by deeds, with or
- without words.
-
-
- &Q. What is Christian Prayer?
-
- &A. Christian prayer is response of God the Father, through Jesus
- Christ, in the power of the Holy Spirit.
-
-
- &Q. What prayer did Christ teach us?
-
- &A. Our Lord gave us the example of prayer knows as the Lord's Prayer.
- *See page 364*
-
-
- &Q. What are the principle kinds of prayer?
-
- &A. The principle kinds of prayer are adoration, praise, thanksgiving,
- penitence, oblation, intercession, and petition.
-
- <page 857>
-
-
- &Q. What is adoration?
-
- &A. Adoration is the lifting up of the heart and mind to God, asking
- nothing but to enjoy God's presence.
-
-
- &Q. Why do we praise God?
-
- &A. We praise God, not to obtain anything, but because God's Being
- draws praise from us.
-
-
- &Q. For what do we offer thanksgiving?
-
- &A. Thanksgiving is offered to God for all the blessings of this life,
- for our redemption, and for whatever draws us closer to God.
-
-
- &Q. What is penitence?
-
- &A. In penitence, we confess our sins and make restitution where
- possible, with the intention to amend our lives.
-
-
- &Q. What is prayer of oblation?
-
- &A. Oblation is an offering of ourselves, our lives and labors, in
- union with Christ, for the purposes of God.
-
-
- &Q. What are intercession and petition?
-
- &A. Intercession brings before god the needs of others; in petition, we
- present our own needs, that God's will may be done.
-
-
- &Q. What is corporate worship?
-
- &A. In corporate worship, we unite ourselves with others to acknowledge
- the holiness of God, to hear God's Word, to offer prayer, and to
- celebrate the sacraments.
-
-
- <The Sacraments>
-
-
- &Q. What are the sacraments?
-
- &A. The sacraments are outward and visible signs of inward and
- spiritual grace, given by Christ as sure and certain means by which we
- receive that grace.
-
- <page 858>
-
- &Q. What is grace?
-
- &A. Grace is God's favor toward us, unearned and undeserved; by grace
- God forgives our sins, enlightens our minds, stirs our hearts, and
- strengthens our wills.
-
-
- &Q. What are the two great sacraments of the Gospel?
-
- &A. The two great sacraments given by Christ to his Church are Holy
- Baptism and the Holy Eucharist.
-
-
- <Holy Baptism>
-
- &Q. What is Holy Baptism?
-
- &A. Holy Baptism is the sacrament by which God adopts us as his
- children and makes us members of Christ's Body, the Church, and
- inheritors of the kingdom of God.
-
-
- &Q. What is the outward and visible sign in Baptism?
-
- &A. The outward and visible sign in Baptism is water, in which the
- person is baptized in the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of
- the Holy Spirit.
-
-
- &Q. What is the inward and spiritual grace in Baptism?
-
- &A. The inward and spiritual grace in Baptism is union with Christ in
- his death and resurrection, birth into God's family the Church,
- forgiveness of sins, and new life in the Holy Spirit.
-
-
- &Q. What is required of us at Baptism?
-
- &A. It is required that we renounce Satan, repent of our sins, and
- accept Jesus as our Lord and Savior.
-
-
- &Q. Why then are infants baptized?
-
- &A. Infants are baptized so that they can share citizenship in the
- Covenant, membership in Christ, and redemption by God.
-
-
- &Q. How are the promises for infants made and carried out?<page 859>
-
- &A. Promises are made for them by their parents and sponsors, who
- guarantee that the infants will be brought up within the Church, to
- know Christ and be able to follow him.
-
-
- <The Holy Eucharist>
-
- &Q. What is the Holy Eucharist?
-
- &A. The Holy Eucharist is the sacrament commanded by Christ for the
- continual remembrance of his life, death, and resurrection, until his
- coming again.
-
-
- &Q. Why is the Eucharist called a sacrifice?
-
- &A. Because the Eucharist, the Church's sacrifice of praise and
- thanksgiving, is the way by which the sacrifice of Christ is made
- present, and in which he unites us to his one offering of himself.
-
-
- &Q. By what other names is this service known?
-
- &A. The Holy Eucharist is called the Lord's Supper, and Holy Communion;
- it is also known as the Divine Liturgy, the Mass, and the Great
- Offering.
-
-
- &Q. What is the outward and visible sign in the Eucharist?
-
- &A. The outward and visible sign in the Eucharist is bread and wine,
- give and received according to Christ's command.
-
-
- &Q. What is the inward and spiritual grace given in the Eucharist?
-
- &A. The inward and spiritual grace in the Holy Communion is the Body
- and Blood of Christ give to his people, and received by faith.
-
-
- &Q. What are the benefits which we receive in the Lord's Supper?
-
- &A. The benefits we receive are the forgiveness of our sins, [ Page 860>
- the strengthening of our union with Christ and one another, and the
- foretaste of the heavenly banquet which is our nourishment in eternal
- life.
-
-
- &Q. What is required of us when we come to the Eucharist?
-
- &A. It is required that we should examine our lives, repent of our
- sins, and be in love and charity with all people.
-
-
- <Other Sacramental Rites>
-
- &Q. What other sacramental rites evolved in the Church under the
- guidance of the Holy Spirit?
-
- &A. Other sacramental rites which evolved in the Church include
- confirmation, ordination, holy matrimony, reconciliation of a
- penitent, and unction.
-
-
- &Q. How do they differ from the two sacraments of the Gospel?
-
- &A. Although they are means of grace, they are not necessary for all
- persons in the same way that Baptism and the Eucharist are.
-
-
- &Q. What is Confirmation?
-
- &A. Confirmation is the rite in which we express a mature commitment to
- Christ, and receive strength from the Holy Spirit through prayer and
- the laying on of hands by a bishop.
-
-
- &Q. What is required of those to be confirmed?
-
- &A. It is required of those to be confirmed that they have been
- baptized, are sufficiently instructed in the Christian Faith, are
- penitent for their sins, and are ready to affirm their confession of
- Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord.
-
-
- &Q. What is Ordination?
-
- &A. Ordination is the rite in which God gives authority and the grace
- of the Holy Spirit to those being made bishops,
- <page 860>
- priests, and deacons, through prayer and the laying on of hands by
- bishops.
-
-
- &Q. What is Holy Matrimony?
-
- &A. Holy Matrimony is Christian marriage, in which the woman and man
- enter into a life-long union, make their vows before God and the
- Church, and receive the grace and blessing of God to help them fulfill
- their vows.
-
-
- &Q. What is Reconciliation of a Penitent?
-
- &A. Reconciliation of a Penitent, or Penance, is the rite in which
- those who repent of their sins may confess them to God in the presence
- of a priest, and receive the assurance of pardon and the grace of
- absolution.
-
-
- &Q. What is Unction of the Sick?
-
- &A. Unction is the rite of anointing the sick with oil, or the laying
- on of hands, by which God's grace is given for the healing of spirit,
- mind, and body.
-
-
- &Q. Is God's activity limited to these rites?
-
- &A. God does not limit himself to these rites; they are patterns of
- countless ways by which God uses material things to reach out to us.
-
-
- &Q. How are the sacraments related to our Christian hope?
-
- &A. Sacraments sustain our present hope and anticipate its future
- fulfillment.
-
-
- <The Christian Hope>
-
- &Q. What is the Christian hope?
-
- &A. The Christian hope is to live with confidence in newness and
- fullness of life, and to await the coming of Christ in glory, and the
- completion of God's purpose for the world.
-
- <page 862>
-
-
- &Q. What do we mean by the coming of Christ in glory?
-
- &A. By the coming of Christ in glory, we mean that Christ will come,
- not in weakness but in power, and will make all things new.
-
-
- &Q. What do we mean by heaven and hell?
-
- &A. By heaven, we mean eternal life in our enjoyment of God; by hell,
- we mean eternal death in our rejection of God.
-
-
- &Q. Why do we pray for the dead?
-
- &A. We pray for them, because we still hold them in our love, and
- because we trust that in God's presence those who have chosen to serve
- him will grow in his love, until they see him as he is.
-
-
- &Q. What do we mean by the last judgment?
-
- &A. We believe that Christ will come in glory and judge the living and
- the dead.
-
-
- &Q. What do we mean by the resurrection of the body?
-
- &A. We mean that God will raise us from death in the fullness of our
- being, that we may live with Christ in the communion of the saints.
-
-
- &Q. What is the communion of saints?
-
- &A. The communion of saints is the whole family of God, the living and
- the dead, those whom we love and those whom we hurt, bound together in
- Christ by sacrament, prayer, and praise.
-
-
- &Q. What do we mean by everlasting life?
-
- &A. By everlasting life, we mean a new existence, in which we are united
- with all the people of God, in the joy of fully knowing and loving God
- and each other.
-
-
- &Q. What, then, is our assurance as Christians?
-
- &A. Our assurance as Christians is that nothing, not even death, shall
- separate us from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.
- Amen.
-
- <page 863>
-
- <Historical
- Documents
- of the Church>
-
- <page 864>
-
- <Definition of the Union of the Divine
- and Human Natures in the Person of Christ>
-
- =Council of Chalcedon, 451 A.D., Act V=
-
- Therefore, following the holy fathers, we all with one accord teach men
- to acknowledge one and the same Son, our Lord Jesus Christ, at once
- complete in Godhead and complete in manhood, truly God and truly man,
- consisting also of a reasonable soul and body; of one substance
- (homoousios) with the Father as regards his Godhead, and at the same
- time of one substance with us as regards his manhood; like us in all
- respects, apart from sin; as regards his Godhead, begotten of the Father
- before the ages, but yet as regards his manhood begotten, for us men and
- for our salvation, of Mary the Virgin, the God-bearer (Theotokos); one
- and the same Christ, Son, Lord, Only-begotten, recognized in two
- natures, without confusion, without change, without division, without
- separation; the distinction of natures being in no way annulled by the
- union, but rather the characteristics of each nature being preserved and
- coming together to form one person and subsistence, not as parted or
- separated into two persons, but one and the same Son and Only-begotten
- God the Word, Lord Jesus Christ; even as the prophets from earliest
- times spoke of him, and our Lord Jesus Christ himself taught us, and the
- creed of the Fathers has handed down to us.
-
-
-
- <Quicunque Vult>
-
- =commonly called=
-
- <The Creed of Saint Athanasius>
-
- Whosoever will be saved, before all things it is necessary that he hold
- the Catholic Faith.
-
- Which Faith except everyone do keep whole and undefiled, without doubt
- he shall perish everlastingly.
-
- And the Catholic Faith is this: That we worship one God in Trinity, and
- Trinity in Unity, neither confounding the Persons, nor dividing the
- Substance.
-
- For there is one Person of the Father, another of the Son, and another
- of the Holy Ghost.
-
- But the Godhead of the Father, of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost, is
- all one, the Glory equal, the Majesty co-eternal.
-
- Such as the Father is, such is the Son, and such is the Holy Ghost.
-
- The Father uncreate, the Son uncreate, and the Holy Ghost uncreate.
-
- The Father incomprehensible, the Son incomprehensible, and the Holy
- Ghost incomprehensible.
-
- The Father eternal, the Son eternal, and the Holy Ghost eternal.
-
- And yet they are not three eternals, but one eternal.
-
- As also there are not three incomprehensibles, nor three uncreated, but
- one uncreated, and one incomprehensible.
-
- So likewise the Father is Almighty, the Son Almighty, and the Holy
- Ghost Almighty.
-
- And yet they are not three Almighties, but one Almighty.
-
- <page 865>
-
- So the Father is God, the Son is God, and the Holy Ghost is God.
-
- And yet they are not three Gods, but one God.
-
- So likewise the Father is Lord, the Son Lord, and the Holy Ghost Lord.
-
- And yet not three Lords, but one Lord.
-
- For like as we are compelled by the Christian verity to acknowledge
- every Person by himself to be both God and Lord,
-
- So are we forbidden by the Catholic Religion, to say, There be three
- Gods, or three Lords.
-
- The Father is made of none, neither created, nor begotten.
-
- The Son is of the Father alone, not made, nor created, but begotten.
-
- The Holy Ghost is of the Father and of the Son, neither made, nor
- created, nor begotten, but proceeding.
-
- So there is one Father, not three Fathers; one Son, not three Sons; one
- Holy Ghost, not three Holy Ghosts.
-
- And in this Trinity none is afore, or after other; none is greater, or
- less than another;
-
- But the whole three Persons are co-eternal together and co-equal.
-
- So that in all things, as is aforesaid, the Unity in Trinity and the
- Trinity in Unity is to be worshipped.
-
- He therefore that will be saved is must think thus of the Trinity.
-
-
- Furthermore, it is necessary to everlasting salvation that he also
- believe rightly the Incarnation of our Lord Jesus Christ.
-
- For the right Faith is, that we believe and confess, that our Lord
- Jesus Christ, the Son of God, is God and Man;
-
- God, of the substance of the Father, begotten before the worlds; and
- Man of the substance of his Mother, born in the world;
-
- Perfect God and perfect Man, of a reasonable soul and human flesh
- subsisting.
-
- Equal to the Father, as touching his Godhead; and inferior to the
- Father, as touching his manhood;
-
- Who, although he be God and Man, yet he is not two, but one Christ;
-
- One, not by conversion of the Godhead into flesh but by taking of the
- Manhood into God;
-
- One altogether; not by confusion of Substance, but by unity of Person.
-
- For as the reasonable soul and flesh is one man, so God and Man is one
- Christ;
-
- Who suffered for our salvation, descended into hell, rose again the
- third day from the dead.
-
- He ascended into heaven, he sitteth at the right hand of the Father,
- God Almighty, from whence he will come to judge the quick and the dead.
-
- At whose coming all men will rise again with their bodies and shall
- give account for their own works.
-
- And they that have done good shall go into life everlasting; and they
- that have done evil into everlasting fire.
-
- This is the Catholic Faith, which except a man believe faithfully, he
- cannot be saved.
-
- <page 866>
-
-
- <Preface>
-
- <The First Book of Common Prayer (1549)>
-
- There was never any thing by the wit of man so well devised, or so sure
- established, which in continuance of time hath not been corrupted: as,
- among other things, it may plainly appear by the common prayers in the
- Church, commonly called Divine Service: the first original and ground
- whereof, if a man would search out by the ancient fathers, he shall
- find, that the same was not ordained, but of a good purpose, and for a
- great advancement of godliness: For they so ordered the matter, that all
- the whole Bible (or the greatest part thereof) should be read over once
- in the year, intending thereby, that the Clergy, and especially such as
- were Ministers of the congregation, should (by often reading, and
- meditation of God's word) be stirred up to godliness themselves, and be
- more able to exhort others by wholesome doctrine, and to confute them
- that were adversaries to the truth. And further, that the people (by
- daily hearing of holy Scripture read in the Church) should continually
- profit more and more in the knowledge of God, and be the more inflamed
- with the love of his true religion.
-
- But these many years passed, this godly and decent order of the ancient
- fathers hath been so altered, broken, and neglected, by planting in
- uncertain stories, Legends, Responds, Verses, vain repetitions,
- Commemorations, and Synodals, that commonly when any book of the Bible
- was begun, before three or four Chapters were read out, all the rest
- were unread. And in this sort the book of Isaiah was begun in Advent,
- and the book of Genesis in Septuagesima; but they were only begun, and
- never read through. After a like sort were other books of holy
- Scripture used. And moreover, whereas St. Paul would have such language
- spoken to the people in the Church, as they might understand, and have
- profit by hearing the same, the Service in the Church of England (these
- many years) hath been read in Latin to the people, which they understood
- not; so that they have heard with their ears only; and their hearts,
- spirit, and mind, have not been edified thereby. And furthermore,
- notwithstanding that the ancient fathers had divided the Psalms into
- seven portions, whereof every one was called a nocturn, now of late time
- a few of them have been daily said (and oft repeated), and the rest
- utterly omitted. Moreover, the number and hardness of the Rules called
- the Pie, and the manifold changings of the service, was the cause, that
- to turn the Book only, was so hard and intricate a matter, that many
- times, there was more business to find out what should be read, than to
- read it when it was found out.
-
- These inconveniences therefore considered, here is set forth such an
- order, whereby the same shall be redressed. And for a readiness in this
- matter, here is drawn out a Kalendar for that purpose, which is plain
- and easy to be understood, wherein (so much as may be) the reading of
- holy Scripture is so set forth, that all things shall be done in order,
- without breaking one piece thereof from another. For this cause be cut
- off Anthems, Responds, Invitatories, and such like things, as did break
- the continual course of the reading of the Scripture.
-
- Yet because there is no remedy, but that of necessity there must be some
- rules: therefore certain rules are here set forth, which, as they be few
- in number; so they be plain and easy to be understood. So that here you
- have an order for prayer (as touching the reading of the holy
- Scripture), much agreeable to the mind and purpose of the old fathers,
- and a great deal more profitable and commodious, than that which of late
- was used. It is more profitable, because here are left out many things,
- whereof some be untrue, some uncertain, same vain
- <page 867>
- and superstitious: and is ordained nothing to be read, but the very pure
- word of God, the holy Scriptures, or that which is evidently grounded
- upon the same; and that in such a language and order as is most easy and
- plain for the understanding, both of the readers and hearers. It is
- also more commodious, both for the shortness thereof, and for the
- plainness of the order, and for that the rules be few and easy.
- Furthermore, by this order the curates shall need none other books for
- their public service, but this book and the Bible: by the means whereof,
- the people shall not be at so great charge for books, as in time past
- they have been.
-
- And where heretofore, there hath been great diversity in saying and
- singing in churches within this realm: some following Salisbury use,
- some Hereford use, some the use of Bangor, some of York, and some of
- Lincoln: now from henceforth, all the whole realm shall have but one
- use. And if any would judge this way more painful, because that all
- things must be read upon the book, whereas before, by reason of so often
- repetition, they could say many things by heart: if those men will weigh
- their labor with the profit in knowledge, which daily they shall obtain
- by reading upon the book, they will not refuse the pain, in
- consideration of the great profit that shall ensue thereof.
-
- And forasmuch as nothing else, almost, be so plainly set forth, but
- doubts may arise in the use and practicing of the same: to appease all
- such diversity (if any arise), and for the resolution of all doubts,
- concerning the manner how to understand, do, and execute, the things
- contained in this book: the parties that so doubt, or diversely take any
- thing, shall always resort to the Bishop of the Diocese, who by his
- discretion shall take order for the quieting and appeasing of the same;
- so that the same order be not contrary to any thing contained in this
- book.
-
- Though it be appointed in the afore written preface, that all things
- shall be read and sung in the church in the English tongue, to the end
- that the congregation may be thereby edified: yet it is not meant, but
- when men say Matins and Evensong privately, they may say the same in any
- language that they themselves do understand. Neither that any man shall
- be bound to the saying of them, but such as from time to time, in
- Cathedral and Collegiate Churches, parish Churches, and Chapels to the
- same annexed, shall serve the congregation.
-
-
- <Articles of Religion>
-
- As established by the Bishops, the Clergy, and the Laity of the
- Protestant Episcopal Church in the United States of America, in
- Convention, on the twelfth day of September, in the Year of our Lord,
- 1801.
-
-
- <I. Of Faith in the Holy Trinity.>
-
- There is but one living and true God, everlasting, without body, parts,
- or passions; of infinite power, wisdom, and goodness; the Maker, and
- Preserver of all things both visible and invisible. And in the unity of
- this Godhead there be three Persons, of one substance, power, and
- eternity; the Father, the Son, and the Holy Ghost.
-
- <page 868>
-
-
- <II. Of the Word or Son of God, which was made very Man.>
-
- The Son, which is the Word of the Father, begotten from everlasting of
- the Father, the very and eternal God, and of one substance with the
- Father, took Man's nature in the womb of the blessed Virgin, of her
- substance: so that two whole and perfect Natures, that is to say, the
- Godhead and Manhood, were joined together in one Person, never to be
- divided, whereof is one Christ, very God, and very Man; who truly
- suffered, was crucified, dead, and buried, to reconcile his Father to
- us, and to be a sacrifice, not only for original guilt, but also for
- actual sins of men.
-
-
- <III. Of the going down of Christ into Hell.>
-
- As Christ died for us, and was buried; so also it is to be believed,
- that he went down into Hell.
-
-
- <IV. Of the Resurrection of Christ.>
-
- Christ did truly rise again from death, and took again his body, with
- flesh, bones, and all things appertaining to the perfection of Man's
- nature; wherewith he ascended into Heaven, and there sitteth, until he
- return to judge all Men at the last day.
-
-
- <V. Of the Holy Ghost.>
-
- The Holy Ghost, proceeding from the Father and the Son, is of one
- substance, majesty, and glory, with the Father and the Son, very and
- eternal God.
-
-
- <VI. Of the Sufficiency of the Holy Scriptures for Salvation.>
-
- Holy Scripture containeth all things necessary to salvation: so that
- whatsoever is not read therein, nor may be proved thereby, is not to be
- required of any man, that it should be believed as an article of the
- Faith, or be thought requisite or necessary to salvation. In the name
- of the Holy Scripture we do understand those canonical Books of the Old
- and New Testament, of whose authority was never any doubt in the Church.
-
- <Of the Names and Number of the Canonical Books>
-
- Genesis,
-
- Exodus,
-
- Leviticus,
-
- Numbers,
-
- Deuteronomy,
-
- Joshua,
-
- Judges,
-
- Ruth,
-
- The First Book of Samuel,
-
- The Second Book of Samuel,
-
- The First Book of Kings,
-
- The Second Book of Kings,
-
- The First Book of Chronicles,
-
- The Second Book of Chronicles,
-
- The First Book of Esdras,
-
- The Second Book of Esdras,
-
- The Book of Esther,
-
- The Book of Job,
-
- The Psalms,
-
- The Proverbs,
-
- Ecclesiastes or Preacher,
-
- Cantica, or Songs of Solomon,
-
- Four Prophets the greater,
-
- Twelve Prophets the less.
-
- And the other Books (as Hierome saith) the Church doth read for example
- of life and instruction of manners; but yet doth it not apply them to
- establish any doctrine; such are these following:
-
- The Third Book of Esdras,
-
- The Fourth Book of Esdras,
-
- The Book of Tobias,
-
- The Book of Judith,
-
- The rest of the Book of Esther,
-
- The Book of Wisdom,
-
- Jesus the Son of Sirach,
-
- Baruch the Prophet,
-
- The Song of the Three Children,
-
- The Story of Susanna,
-
- Of Bel and the Dragon,
-
- The Prayer of Manasses,
-
- The First Book of Maccabees,
-
- The Second Book of Maccabees.
-
- All the Books of the New Testament, as they are commonly received, we
- do receive, and account them Canonical.
-
-
- <VII. Of the Old Testament.>
-
- The Old Testament is not contrary to the New: for both in the Old and
- New Testament everlasting life is offered to Mankind by Christ, who is
- the only Mediator between God and Man, being both God and Man.
- Wherefore they are not to be heard, which feign that the old Fathers did
- look only for transitory promises. Although the Law given from God by
- Moses, as touching Ceremonies and Rites, do not bind Christian men, nor
- the Civil precepts thereof ought of necessity to be received in any
- commonwealth; yet notwithstanding, no Christian man whatsoever is free
- from the obedience of the Commandments which are called Moral.
-
-
- <VIII. Of the Creeds.>
-
- The Nicene Creed, and that which is commonly called the Apostles' Creed,
- ought thoroughly to be received and believed: for they may be proved by
- most certain warrants of Holy Scripture.
-
- The original Article given Royal assent in 1571 and reaffirmed in 1662,
- was entitled, "Of the Three Creeds; and began as follows, "The Three
- Creeds, Nicene Creed, Athanasius's Creed, and that which is commonly
- called the Apostles' Creed..."
-
-
- <IX. Of Original or Birth Sin.>
-
- Original sin standeth not in the following of Adam, (as the Pelagians do
- vainly talk;) but it is the fault and corruption of the Nature of every
- man, that naturally is engendered of the offspring of Adam; whereby man
- is very far gone from original righteousness, and is of his own nature
- inclined to evil, so that the flesh lusteth always contrary to the
- Spirit; and therefore in every person born into this world, it deserveth
- God's wrath and damnation. And this infection of nature doth remain,
- yea in them that are regenerated; whereby the lust of the flesh, called
- in Greek, *fro/nhma sarko/s*, (which some do expound the wisdom, some
- sensuality, some the affection, some the desire, of the flesh), is not
- subject to the Law of God. And although there is no condemnation for
- them that believe and are baptized; yet the Apostle doth confess, that
- concupiscence and lust hath of itself the nature of sin.
-
-
- <X. Of Free Will.>
-
- The condition of Man after the fall of Adam is such, that he cannot turn
- and prepare himself, by his own natural strength and good works, to
- faith, and calling upon God. Wherefore we have no power to do good
- works pleasant and acceptable to God, without the grace of God by Christ
- preventing us, that we may have a good will, and working with us, when
- we have that good will.
-
- <page 870>
-
-
- <XI. Of the Justification of Man.>
-
- We are accounted righteous before God, only for the merit of our Lord
- and Saviour Jesus Christ by Faith, and not for our own works or
- deservings. Wherefore, that we are justified by Faith only, is a most
- wholesome Doctrine, and very full of comfort, as more largely expressed
- in the Homily of Justification.
-
-
- <XII. Of Good Works.>
-
- Albeit that Good Works, which are the fruits of Faith, and follow after
- Justification, cannot put away our sins, and endure the severity of
- God's judgment; yet are they pleasing and acceptable to God in Christ,
- and do spring out necessarily of a true and lively Faith; insomuch that
- by them a lively Faith may be as evidently known as a tree discerned by
- the fruit.
-
-
- <XIII. Of Works before Justification.>
-
- Works done before the grace of Christ, and the Inspiration of the
- Spirit, are not pleasant to God, forasmuch as they spring not of faith
- in Jesus Christ; neither do they make men meet to receive grace, or (as
- the School-authors say) deserve grace of congruity: yea rather, for that
- they are not done as God hath willed and commanded them to be done, we
- doubt not but they have the nature of sin.
-
-
- <XIV. Of Works of Supererogation.>
-
- Voluntary Works besides, over and above, God's Commandments, which they
- call Works of Supererogation, cannot be taught without arrogancy and
- impiety: for by them men do declare, that they not only render unto God
- as much as they are bound to, but that they do more for his sake, than
- of bounden duty is required: whereas Christ saith plainly, When ye have
- done all that are commanded to you, say, We are unprofitable servants.
-
-
- <XV. Of Christ alone without Sin.>
-
- Christ in the truth of our nature was made like unto us in all things,
- sin only except, from which he was clearly void, both in his flesh, and
- in his spirit. He came to be the Lamb without spot, who, by sacrifice
- of himself once made, should take away the sins of the world; and sin
- (as Saint John saith) was not in him. But all we the rest, although
- baptized, and born again in Christ, yet offend in many things; and if we
- say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us.
-
-
- <XVI. Of Sin after Baptism.>
-
- Not every deadly sin willingly committed after Baptism is sin against
- the Holy Ghost, and unpardonable. Wherefore the grant of repentance is
- not be denied to such as fall into sin after Baptism. After we have
- received the Holy Ghost, we may depart from grace given, and fall into
- sin, and by the grace of God we may arise again, and amend our lives.
- And therefore they are to be condemned, which say, they can no more sin
- as long as they live here, or deny the place of forgiveness to such as
- truly repent.
-
- <page 871>
-
-
- <XVII. Of Predestination and Election>
-
- Predestination to Life is the everlasting purpose of God, whereby
- (before the foundations of the world were laid) he hath constantly
- decreed by his counsel secret to us, to deliver from curse and damnation
- those whom he hath chosen in Christ out of mankind, and to bring them by
- Christ to everlasting salvation, as vessels made to honour. Wherefore,
- they which be endued with so excellent a benefit of God, be called
- according to God's purpose by his Spirit working in due season: they
- through Grace obey the calling: they be justified freely: they be made
- sons of God by adoption: they be made like the image of his only-
- begotten Son Jesus Christ: they walk religiously in good works, and at
- length, by God's mercy, they attain to everlasting felicity.
-
- As the godly consideration of Predestination, and our Election in
- Christ, is full of sweet, pleasant, and unspeakable comfort to godly
- persons, and such as feel in themselves the working of the Spirit of
- Christ, mortifying the works of the flesh, and their earthly members,
- and drawing up their mind to high and heavenly things, as well because
- it doth greatly establish and confirm their faith of eternal Salvation
- to be enjoyed through Christ, as because it doth fervently kindle their
- love towards God: So, for curious and carnal persons, lacking the Spirit
- of Christ, to have continually before their eyes the sentence of God's
- Predestination, is a most dangerous downfall, whereby the Devil doth
- thrust them either into desperation, or into wrethchlessness of most
- unclean living, no less perilous than desperation.
-
- Furthermore, we must receive God's promises in such wise, as they be
- generally set forth to us in Holy Scripture: and, in our doings, that
- Will of God is to be followed, which we have expressly declared unto us
- in the word of God.
-
-
- <XVIII. Of obtaining eternal Salvation only by the Name of Christ>
-
- They also are to be had accursed that presume to say, That every man
- shall be saved by the Law or Sect which he professeth, so that he be
- diligent to frame his life according to that Law, and the light of
- Nature. For Holy Scripture doth set out unto us only the Name of Jesus
- Christ, whereby men must be saved.
-
-
- <XIX. Of the Church.>
-
- The visible Church of Christ is a congregation of faithful men, in which
- the pure Word of God is preached, and the Sacraments be duly ministered
- according to Christ's ordinance, in all those things that of necessity
- are requisite to the same.
-
- As the Church of Jerusalem, Alexandria, and Antioch, have erred; so also
- the Church of Rome hath erred, not only in their living and manner of
- Ceremonies, but also in matters of Faith.
-
-
- <XX. Of the Authority of the Church.>
-
- The Church hath power to decree Rites or Ceremonies, and authority in
- Controversies of Faith: and yet it is not lawful for the Church to
- ordain anything that is contrary to God's Word written, neither may it
- so expound one place of Scripture, that it be repugnant to another.
- Wherefore, although the Church be a witness and a keeper of Holy Writ,
- yet, as it ought not to decree any thing against the same, so besides
- the same ought not to enforce any thing to be believed for necessity of
- Salvation.
-
- <page 872>
-
- <XXI. Of the Authority of General Councils.>
-
- [The Twenty-first of the former Articles is omitted; because it is
- partly of a local and civil nature, and is provided for, as to the
- remaining parts of it, in other Articles.]
-
- =The original 1571, 1662 text of this Article, omitted in the version of
- 1801, reads as follows: "General Councils may not be gathered together
- without the commandment and will of Princes. And when they be gathered
- together, (forasmuch as they be an assembly of men, whereof all be not
- governed with the Spirit and Word of God,) they may err, and sometimes
- have erred, even in things pertaining unto God. Wherefore things
- ordained by them as necessary to salvation have neither strength nor
- authority, unless it may be declared that they be taken out of holy
- Scripture."=
-
-
- <XXII. Of Purgatory.>
-
- The Romish Doctrine concerning Purgatory, Pardons, Worshipping and
- Adoration, as well of Images as of Relics, and also Invocation of
- Saints, is a fond thing, vainly invented, and grounded upon no warranty
- of Scripture, but rather repugnant to the Word of God.
-
-
- <XXIII. Of Ministering in the Congregation>
-
- It is not lawful for any man to take upon him the office of public
- preaching, or ministering the Sacraments in the Congregation, before he
- be lawfully called, and sent to execute the same. And those we ought to
- judge lawfully called and sent, which be chosen and called to this work
- by men who have public authority given unto them in the Congregation, to
- call and send Ministers into the Lord's vineyard.
-
-
- <XXIV. Of Speaking in the Congregation in such a Tongue as the people
- understandeth. >
-
- It is a thing plainly repugnant to the Word of God, and the custom of
- the Primitive Church, to have public Prayer in the Church, or to
- minister the Sacraments, in a tongue not understanded of the people.
-
-
- <XXV. Of the Sacraments.>
-
- Sacraments ordained of Christ be not only badges or tokens of Christian
- men's profession, but rather they be certain sure witnesses, and
- effectual signs of grace, and God's good will towards us, by the which
- he doth work invisibly in us, and doth not only quicken, but also
- strengthen and confirm our Faith in him.
-
- There are two Sacraments ordained of Christ our Lord in the Gospel, that
- is to say, Baptism, and the Supper of the Lord.
-
- Those five commonly called Sacraments, that is to say, Confirmation,
- Penance, Orders, Matrimony, and Extreme Unction, are not to be counted
- for Sacraments of the Gospel, being such as have grown partly of the
- corrupt following of the Apostles, partly are states of life allowed in
- the Scriptures; but yet have not like nature of Sacraments with Baptism,
- and the Lord's Supper, for that they have not any visible sign or
- ceremony ordained of God.
-
- The Sacraments are not ordained of Christ to be gazed upon, or to be
- carried about, but that we should duly use them. And in such only as
- worthily receive the same, they have a wholesome effect or operation:but
- they that receive them unworthily, purchase to themselves damnation, as
- Saint Paul saith.
-
- <page 873>
-
-
- <XXVI. Of the Unworthiness of the Ministers, which hinders not the
- effect of the Sacraments.>
-
- Although in the visible Church the evil be ever mingled with the good,
- and sometimes the evil have chief authority in the Ministration of the
- Word and Sacraments, yet forasmuch as they do not the same in their own
- name, but in Christ's, and do minister by his commission and authority,
- we may use their Ministry, both in hearing the Word of God, and in
- receiving the Sacraments. Neither is the effect of Christ's ordinance
- taken away by their wickedness, nor the grace of God's gifts diminished
- from such as by faith, and rightly, do receive the Sacraments ministered
- unto them; which be effectual, because of Christ's institution and
- promise, although they be ministered by evil men.
-
- Nevertheless, it appertaineth to the discipline of the Church, that
- inquiry be made of evil Ministers, and that they be accused by those
- that have knowledge of their offences; and finally, being found guilty,
- by just judgment be deposed.
-
-
- <XVII. Of Baptism>
-
- Baptism is not only a sign of profession, and mark of difference,
- whereby Christian men are discerned from others that be not christened,
- but it is also a sign of Regeneration or New-Birth, whereby, as by an
- instrument, they that receive Baptism rightly are grafted into the
- Church; the promises of the forgiveness of sin, and of our adoption to
- be the sons of God by the Holy Ghost, are visibly signed and sealed;
- Faith is confirmed, and Grace increased by virtue of prayer unto God.
-
- The Baptism of young Children is in any wise to be retained in the
- Church, as most agreeable with the institution of Christ.
-
-
- <XVIII. Of the Lord's Supper.>
-
- The Supper of the Lord is not only a sign of the love that Christians
- ought to have among themselves one to another; but rather it is a
- Sacrament of our Redemption by Christ's death: insomuch that to such as
- rightly, worthily, and with faith, receive the same, the Bread which we
- break is a partaking of the Body of Christ; and likewise the Cup of
- Blessing is a partaking of the Blood of Christ.
-
- Transubstantiation (or the change of the substance of Bread and Wine) in
- the Supper of the Lord, cannot be proved by Holy Writ; but is repugnant
- to the plain words of Scripture, overthroweth the nature of a Sacrament,
- and hath given occasion to many superstitions.
-
- The Body of Christ is given, taken, and eaten, in the Supper, only after
- an heavenly and spiritual manner. And the mean whereby the Body of
- Christ is received and eaten in the Supper, is Faith.
-
- The Sacrament of the Lord's Supper was not by Christ's ordinance
- reserved, carried about, lifted up, or worshipped.
-
-
- <XXIX. Of the Wicked, which eat not the Body of Christ in the use of
- the Lord's Supper.>
-
- The Wicked, and such as be void of a lively faith, although they
- docarnally and visibly press with their teeth (as Saint Augustine saith)
- the Sacrament of the Body and Blood of Christ; yet in no wise are they
- partakers of Christ: but rather, to their condemnation, do eat and drink
- the sign or Sacrament of so great a thing.
-
- <page 874>
-
-
- <XXX. Of both Kinds.>
-
- The Cup of the Lord is not to be denied to the Lay-people: for both the
- parts of the Lord's Sacrament, by Christ's ordinance and commandment,
- ought to be ministered to all Christian men alike.
-
-
- <XXXI. Of the one Oblation of Christ finished upon the Cross.>
-
- The Offering of Christ once made in that perfect redemption,
- propitiation, and satisfaction, for all the sins of the whole world,
- both original and actual; and there is none other satisfaction for sin,
- but that alone. Wherefore the sacrifices of Masses, in the which it was
- commonly said, that the Priest did offer Christ for the quick and the
- dead, to have remission of pain or guilt, were blasphemous fables, and
- dangerous deceits.
-
-
- <XXXII. Of the Marriage of Priests.>
-
- Bishops, Priests, and Deacons, are not commanded by God's Law, either to
- vow the estate of single life, or to abstain from marriage: therefore it
- is lawful for them, as for all other Christian men, to marry at their
- own discretion, as they shall judge the same to serve better to
- godliness.
-
-
- <XXXIII. Of excommunicate Persons, how they are to be avoided.>
-
- That person which by open denunciation of the Church is rightly cut off
- from the unity of the Church, and excommunicated, ought to be taken of
- the whole multitude of the faithful, as an Heathen and Publican, until
- he be openly reconciled by penance, and received into the Church by a
- Judge that hath the authority thereunto.
-
-
- <XXXIV. Of the Traditions of the Church.>
-
- It is not necessary that the Traditions and Ceremonies be in all places
- one, or utterly like; for at all times they have been divers, and may be
- changed according to the diversity of countries, times, and men's
- manners, so that nothing be ordained against God's Word. Whosoever,
- through his private judgment, willingly and purposely, doth openly break
- the Traditions and Ceremonies of the Church, which be not repugnant to
- the Word of God, and be ordained and approved by common authority, ought
- to be rebuked openly, (that others may fear to do the like,) as he that
- offendeth against the common order of the Church, and hurteth the
- authority of the Magistrate, and woundeth the consciences of the weak
- brethren.
-
- Every particular or national Church hath authority to ordain, change,
- and abolish, Ceremonies or Rites of the Church ordained only by man's
- authority, so that all things be done to edifying.
-
-
- <XXXV. Of the Homilies.>
-
- The Second Book of Homilies, the several titles whereof we have joined
- under this Article, doth contain a godly and wholesome Doctrine, and
- necessary for these times, as doth the former Book of Homilies, which
- were set forth in the time of Edward the Sixth; and therefore we judge
- them to be read in Churches by the Ministers, diligently and distinctly,
- that they may be understanded of the people.
-
- <page 875>
-
-
- <Of the Names of the Homilies>
-
- 1 Of the right Use of the Church.
-
- 2 Against Peril of Idolatry.
-
- 3 Of repairing and keeping clean of Churches.
-
- 4 Of good Works: first of Fasting.
-
- 5 Against Gluttony and Drunkenness.
-
- 6 Against Excess of Apparel.
-
- 7 Of Prayer.
-
- 8 Of the Place and Time of Prayer.
-
- 9 That Common Prayers and Sacraments ought to be ministered in a
- known tongue.
-
- 10 Of the reverend Estimation of God's Word.
-
- 11 Of Alms-doing.
-
- 12 Of the Nativity of Christ.
-
- 13 Of the Passion of Christ.
-
- 14 Of the Resurrection of Christ.
-
- 15 Of the worthy receiving of the Sacrament of the Body and Blood of
- Christ.
-
- 16 Of the Gifts of the Holy Ghost.
-
- 17 For the Rogation-days
-
- 18 Of the State of Matrimony.
-
- 19 Of Repentance.
-
- 20 Against Idleness.
-
- 21 Against Rebellion.
-
- [This Article is received in this Church, so far as it declares the Book
- of Homilies to be an explication of Christian doctrine, and instructive
- in piety and morals. But all references to the constitution and laws of
- England are considered as inapplicable to the circumstances of this
- Church; which also suspends the order for the reading of said Homilies
- in churches, until a revision of them may be conveniently made, for the
- clearing of them, as well from obsolete words and phrases, as from the
- local references.]
-
-
- <XXXVI. Of Consecration of Bishops and Ministers.>
-
- The Book of Consecration of Bishops, and Ordering of Priests and
- Deacons, as set forth by the General Convention of this Church in 1792,
- doth contain all things necessary to such Consecration and Ordering;
- neither hath it any thing that, of itself, is superstitious and ungodly.
- And, therefore, whosoever are consecrated or ordered according to said
- Form, we decree all such to be rightly, orderly, and lawfully
- consecrated and ordered.
-
- =The original 1571, 1662 text of this Article reads as follows: "The
- Book of Consecration of Archbishops and Bishops, and Ordering of Priests
- and Deacons, lately set forth in the time of Edward the Sixth, and
- confirmed at the same time by authority of Parliament, doth contain all
- things necessary to such Consecration and Ordering; neither hath it any
- thing, that of itself is superstitious and ungodly. And therefore
- whosoever are consecrated or ordered according to the Rites of that
- Book, since the second year of the forenamed King Edwand unto this time,
- or hereafter shall be consecrated or ordered according to the same
- Rites; we decree all such to be rightly, orderly, and lawfully
- consecrated and ordered."=
-
-
- <XXXVII. Of the Power of the Civil Magistrates.>
-
- The Power of the Civil Magistrate extendeth to all men, as well Clergy
- as Laity, in all things temporal; but hath no authority in things purely
- spiritual. And we hold it to be the duty of all men who are professors
- of the Gospel, to pay respectful obedience to the Civil Authority,
- regularly and legitimately constituted.
-
- =The original 1571, 1662 text of this Article reads as follows: "The
- King's Majesty hath the chief power in this Realm of England, and other
- his Dominions, unto whom the chief Government of all Estates of this
- Realm, whether they be Ecclesiastical or Civil, in all causes doth
- appertain, and is not, nor ought to be, subject to any foreign
- Jurisdiction. Where we attribute to the King's Majesty the chief
- government, by which Titles we understand the minds of some slanderous
- folks to be offended; we give not our Princes the
- <page 876>
- ministering either of God's Word, or of the Sacraments, the which thing
- the Injunctions also lately set forth by Elizabeth our Queen do most
- plainly testify; but that only prerogative, which we see to have been
- given always to all godly Princes in holy Scriptures by God himself;
- that is, that they should rule all estates and degrees committed to
- their charge by God, whether they be Ecclesiastical or Temporal, and
- restrain with the civil sword the stubborn and evil-doers.=
-
- =The Bishop of Rome hath no jurisdiction in this Realm of England.=
-
- =The Laws of the Realm may punish Christian men with death, for heinous
- and grievous offenses.=
-
- =It is lawful for Christian men, at the commandment of the Magistrate,
- to wear weapons, and serve in the wars."=
-
-
- <XXXVIII. Of Christian Men's Goods, which are not common.>
-
- The Riches and Goods of Christians are not common, as touching the
- right, title, and possession of the same; as certain Anabaptists do
- falsely boast. Notwithstanding, every man ought, of such things as he
- possesseth, liberally to give alms to the poor, according to his
- ability.
-
-
- <XXXIX. Of a Christian Man's Oath.>
-
- As we confess that vain and rash Swearing is forbidden Christian men by
- our Lord Jesus Christ, and James his Apostle, so we judge, that
- Christian Religion doth not prohibit, but that a man may swear when the
- Magistrate requireth, in a cause of faith and charity, so it be done
- according to the Prophet's teaching in justice, judgment, and truth.
-
-
- <The Chicago-Lambeth Quadrilateral 1886, 1888>
-
-
- =Adopted by the House of Bishops
- Chicago, 1886=
-
- We, Bishops of the Protestant Episcopal Church in the United States of
- America, in Council assembled as Bishops in the Church of God, do hereby
- solemnly declare to all whom it may concern, and especially to our
- fellow-Christians of the different Communions in this land, who, in
- their several spheres, have contended for the religion of Christ:
-
- 1. Our earnest desire that the Savior's prayer, "That we all may be
- one," may, in its deepest and truest sense, be speedily fulfilled;
-
- 2. That we believe that all who have been duly baptized with water,
- in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost, are
- members of the Holy Catholic Church.
-
- 3. That in all things of human ordering or human choice, relating to
- modes of worship and discipline, or to traditional customs, this Church
- is ready in the spirit of love and humility to forego all preferences of
- her own;
-
- <page 877>
-
- 4. That this Church does not seek to absorb other Communions, but
- rather, co-operating with them on the basis of a common Faith and Order,
- to discountenance schism, to heal the wounds of the Body of Christ, and
- to promote the charity which is the chief of Christian graces and the
- visibile manifestation of Christ to the world.
-
- But furthermore, we do hereby affirm that the Christian unity...can be
- restored only by the return of all Christian communions to the
- principles of unity exemplified by the undivided Catholic Church during
- the first ages of its existence; which principles we believe to be the
- substantial deposit of Christian Faith and Order committed by Christ and
- his Apostles to the Church unto the end of the world, and therefore
- incapable of compromise or surrender by those who have been ordained to
- be its stewards and trustees for the common and equal benefit of all
- men.
-
- As inherent parts of this sacred deposit, and therefore as essential to
- the restoration of unity among the divided branches of Christendom, we
- account the following, to wit:
-
- 1. The Holy Scriptures of the Old and New Testaments as the revealed
- Word of God.
-
- 2. The Nicene Creed as the sufficient statement of the Christian Faith.
-
- 3. The two Sacraments,--Baptism and the Supper of the Lord,--ministered
- with unfailing use of Christ's words of institution and of the elements
- ordained by Him.
-
- 4. The Historic Episcopate, locally adapted in the methods of its
- administration to the varying needs of the nations and peoples called of
- God into the unity of His Church.
-
- =Furthermore,= Deeply grieved by the sad divisions which affect the
- Christian Church in oun own land, we hereby declare our desire and
- readiness, so soon as there shall be any authorized response to this
- Declaration, to enter into brotherly conference with all or any
- Christian Bodies seeking the restoration of the organic unity of the
- Church, with a view to the earnest study of the conditions under which
- so priceless a blessing might happily be brought to pass.
-
- =Note: While the above form of the Quadrilateral was adopted by the
- House of Bishops, it was not enacted by the House of Deputies, but
- rather incorporated in a general plan referred for study and action to a
- newly created Joint Commission on Christian Reunion.=
-
-
- =Lambeth Conferent of 1888
- Resolution 11=
-
- That, in the opinion of this Conference, the following Articles supply a
- basis on which approach may be by God's blessing made towards Home
- Reunion:
-
- (a) The Holy Scriptures of the Old and New Testaments, as "containing
- all things necessary to salvation," and as being the rule and ultimate
- standard of faith.
-
- (b) The Apostles' Creed, as the Baptismal Symbol; and the Nicene Creed,
- as the sufficient statement of the Christian faith.
-
- <page 878>
-
- (c) The two Sacraments ordained by Christ Himself--Baptism and the
- Supper of the Lord--ministered with unfailing use of Christ's words of
- Institution, and of the elements ordained by Him.
-
- 4. The Historic Episcopate, locally adapted in the methods of its
- administration to the varying needs of the nations and peoples called of
- God into the Unity of His Church.
-
- <page 879>
-
- <Tables for
- Finding
- Holy Days>
-
- <page 880>
-
-
-
- <Tables and Rules for Findingthe Date of Easter Day>
-
-
- <Rules for Finding the Date of Easter Day>
-
- Easter Day is always the Sunday after the full moon that occurs on or
- after the sping equinox on March 21, a date which is fixed in accordance
- with an ancient ecclesiastical computation, and which does not always
- correspond to the astronomical equinox. This full moon may happen on
- any date between March 21 and April 18 inclusive. If the full moon
- falls on a Sunday, Easter Day is the Sunday following. But Easter Day
- cannot be earlier than March 22 or later than April 25.
-
- To find the date of Easter Day in any particular year, it is necessary
- to have two points of reference--the Golden Number and the Sunday Letter
- for that year.
-
- 1. The Golden Number indicates the date of the full moon on or after
- the spring equinox of March 21, according to a nineteen-year cycle.
- These Numbers are prefixed in the Calendar to the days of the month from
- March 22 to April 19 inclusive. In the present Calendar they are
- applicable from A.D. 1900 to A.D. 2099, after which they will change.
-
- 2. The Sunday Letter identifies the days of the year when Sundays
- occur. After every date in the Calendar a letter appears--from [A] to
- [g]. Thus, if January 1 is a Sunday, the Sunday Letter for the Year is
- [A], and every date in the Calendar marked by [A] is a Sunday. If
- January 2 is a Sunday, then every date marked with [b] is a Sunday, and
- so on through the seven letters.
-
- In Leap Years, however, the Sunday Letter changes on the first day of
- March. In such years, when [A] is the Sunday Letter, this applies only
- to Sundays in January and February, and [g] is the Sunday Letter for the
- rest of the year. Or if [d] is the Sunday Letter, then [c] is the
- Sunday Letter on and after March 1.
-
-
- <To Find the Golden Number>
-
- The Golden Number of any year is calculated as follows: Take the number
- of the year, add 1, and then divide the sum by 19. The remainder, if
- any, is the Golden Number. If nothing remains, then 19 is the Golden
- Number.
-
-
- <To Find the Sunday Letter>
-
- The following Table provides ready reference to the Sunday Letter of any
- year between A.D. 1900 and A.D. 2099. It will be found on the line of
- the hundredth year above the column that contains the remaining digits
- of the year. But in Leap Years the Letter above the number marked with
- an asterisk is the Sunday Letter for January and February, and the
- Letter over the number not so marked is the Sunday Letter for the rest
- of the year.
-
- <page 881>
-
- Hundred Years:
-
- 1900:
-
- , , g, , f, , e, , d, , c, , b, , A
-
- 2000:
-
- b, , A, , g, , f, , e, , d, , c, , b
-
- Years in excess of Hundreds:
-
- 00,*,00, ,01, ,02, ,03, ,04,*,04, ,05,
-
- ,06, ,07, ,08,*,08, ,09, ,10, ,11,
-
- ,12,*,12, ,13, ,14, ,15, ,16,*,16,
-
- ,17, ,18, ,19, ,20,*,20, ,21, ,22,
-
- ,23, ,24,*,24, ,25, ,26, ,27, ,28,*
-
- ,28, ,29, ,30, ,31, ,32,*,32, ,33,
-
- ,34, ,35, ,36,*,36, ,37, ,38, ,39,
-
- ,40,*,40, ,41, ,42, ,43, ,44,*,44,
-
- ,45, ,46, ,47, ,48,*,48, ,49, ,50,
-
- ,51, ,52,*,52, ,53, ,54, ,55, ,56,*
-
- ,56, ,57, ,58, ,59, ,60,*,60, ,61,
-
- ,62, ,63, ,64,*,64, ,65, ,66, ,67,
-
- ,68,*,68, ,69, ,70, ,71, ,72,*,72,
-
- ,73, ,74, ,75, ,76,*,76, ,77, ,78,
-
- ,79, ,80,*,80, ,81, ,82, ,83, ,84,*
-
- ,84, ,85, ,86, ,87, ,88,*,88, ,89,
-
- ,90, ,91, ,92,*,92, ,93, ,94, ,95,
-
- ,96,*,96, ,97, ,98, ,99, , , , ,
-
-
- <To Find Easter Day>
-
- When one has both tho Golden Number and the Sunday Letter for any
- particular year, then the date of Easter Day may be found in the
- Calendar, pages 21 and 22, as follows:
-
- 1. The Golden Number prefixed to a day in the month of March or April
- in the Calendar marks the date of the full moon in that year.
-
- 2. Easter Day will be the next date bearing the Sunday Letter of that
- year. But when the Golden Number of a given year and the Sunday Letter
- of that year occur on the same date, then Easter day is one week later.
- (For example, if the Golden Number is 19--which appears in the Calendar
- prefixed to March 27--and the Sunday Letter is [d], then Easter Day in
- that year will fall on March 29. If the Golden Number is 10 and the
- Sunday Letter is [A], then Easter Day will fall on April 9. But if the
- Golden Number is 19 and the Sunday Letter is [b], then Easter Day will
- be one week later, namely April 3.)
-
- <page 882>
-
-
- <A Table to Find Easter Day>
-
- Golden Number, Year, Easter Day
-
- 1, 1900, , April 15
-
- 2, 1901, , April 7
-
- 3, 1902, , March 30
-
- 4, 1903, , April 12
-
- 5, 1904,*, April 3
-
- 6, 1905, , April 23
-
- 7, 1906, , April 15
-
- 8, 1907, , March 31
-
- 9, 1908,*, April 19
-
- 10, 1909, , April 11
-
- 11, 1910, , March 27
-
- 12, 1911, , April 16
-
- 13, 1912,*, April 7
-
- 14, 1913, , March 23
-
- 15, 1914, , April 12
-
- 16, 1915, , April 4
-
- 17, 1916,*, April 23
-
- 18, 1917, , April 8
-
- 19, 1918, , March 31
-
- 1, 1919, , April 20
-
- 2, 1920,*, April 4
-
- 3, 1921, , March 27
-
- 4, 1922, , April 16
-
- 5, 1923, , April 1
-
- 6, 1924,*, April 20
-
- 7, 1925, , April 12
-
- 8, 1926, , April 4
-
- 9, 1927, , April 17
-
- 10, 1928,*, April 8
-
- 11, 1929, , March 31
-
- 12, 1930, , April 20
-
- 13, 1931, , April 5
-
- 14, 1932,*, March 27
-
- 15, 1933, , April 16
-
- 16, 1934, , April 1
-
- 17, 1935, , April 21
-
- 18, 1936,*, April 12
-
- 19, 1937, , March 28
-
- 1, 1938, , April 17
-
- 2, 1939, , April 9
-
- 3, 1940,*, March 24
-
- 4, 1941, , April 13
-
- 5, 1942, , April 5
-
- 6, 1943, , April 25
-
- 7, 1944,*, April 9
-
- 8, 1945, , April 1
-
- 9, 1946, , April 21
-
- 10, 1947, , April 6
-
- 11, 1948,*, March 28
-
- 12, 1949, , April 17
-
- 13, 1950, , April 9
-
- 14, 1951, , March 25
-
- 15, 1952,*, April 13
-
- 16, 1953, , April 5
-
- 17, 1954, , April 18
-
- 18, 1955, , April 10
-
- 19, 1956,*, April 1
-
- 1, 1957, , April 21
-
- 2, 1958, , April 6
-
- 3, 1959, , March 29
-
- 4, 1960,*, April 17
-
- 5, 1961, , April 2
-
- 6, 1962, , April 22
-
- 7, 1963, , April 14
-
- 8, 1964,*, March 29
-
- 9, 1965, , April 18
-
- 10, 1966, , April 10
-
- 11, 1967, , March 26
-
- 12, 1968,*, April 14
-
- 13, 1969, , April 6
-
- 14, 1970, , March 29
-
- 15, 1971, , April 11
-
- 16, 1972,*, April 2
-
- 17, 1973, , April 22
-
- 18, 1974, , April 14
-
- 19, 1975, , March 30
-
- 1, 1976,*, April 18
-
- 2, 1977, , April 10
-
- 3, 1978, , March 26
-
- 4, 1979, , April 15
-
- 5, 1980,*, April 6
-
- 6, 1981, , April 19
-
- 7, 1982, , April 11
-
- 8, 1983, , April 3
-
- 9, 1984,*, April 22
-
- 10, 1985, , April 7
-
- 11, 1986, , March 30
-
- 12, 1987, , April 19
-
- 13, 1988,*, April 3
-
- 14, 1989, , March 26
-
- 15, 1990, , April 15
-
- 16, 1991, , March 31
-
- 17, 1992,*, April 19
-
- 18, 1993, , April 11
-
- 19, 1994, , April 3
-
- 1, 1995, , April 16
-
- 2, 1996,*, April 7
-
- 3, 1997, , March 30
-
- 4, 1998, , April 12
-
- 5, 1999, , April 4
-
- 6, 2000,*, April 23
-
- 7, 2001, , April 15
-
- 8, 2002, , March 31
-
- 9, 2003, , April 20
-
- 10, 2004,*, April 11
-
- 11, 2005, , March 27
-
- 12, 2006, , April 16
-
- 13, 2007, , April 8
-
- 14, 2008,*, March 23
-
- 15, 2009, , April 12
-
- 16, 2010, , April 4
-
- 17, 2011, , April 24
-
- 18, 2012,*, April 8
-
- 19, 2013, , March 31
-
- 1, 2014, , April 20
-
- 2, 2015, , April 5
-
- 3, 2016,*, March 27
-
- 4, 2017, , April 16
-
- 5, 2018, , April 1
-
- 6, 2019, , April 21
-
- 7, 2020,*, April 12
-
- 8, 2021, , April 4
-
- 9, 2022, , April 17
-
- 10, 2023, , April 9
-
- 11, 2024,*, March 31
-
- 12, 2025, , April 20
-
- 13, 2026, , April 5
-
- 14, 2027, , March 28
-
- 15, 2028,*, April 16
-
- 16, 2029, , April 1
-
- 17, 2030, , April 21
-
- 18, 2031, , April 13
-
- 19, 2032,*, March 28
-
- 1, 2033, , April 17
-
- 2, 2034, , April 9
-
- 3, 2035, , March 25
-
- 4, 2036,*, April 13
-
- 5, 2037, , April 5
-
- 6, 2038, , April 25
-
- 7, 2039, , April 10
-
- 8, 2040,*, April 1
-
- 9, 2041, , April 21
-
- 10, 2042, , April 6
-
- 11, 2043, , March 29
-
- 12, 2044,*, April 17
-
- 13, 2045, , April 9
-
- 14, 2046, , March 25
-
- 15, 2047, , April 14
-
- 16, 2048,*, April 5
-
- 17, 2049, , April 18
-
- 18, 2050, , April 10
-
- 19, 2051, , April 2
-
- 1, 2052,*, April 21
-
- 2, 2053, , April 6
-
- 3, 2054, , March 29
-
- 4, 2055, , April 18
-
- 5, 2056,*, April 2
-
- 6, 2057, , April 22
-
- 7, 2058, , April 14
-
- 8, 2059, , March 30
-
- 9, 2060,*, April 18
-
- 10, 2061, , April 10
-
- 11, 2062, , March 26
-
- 12, 2063, , April 15
-
- 13, 2064,*, April 6
-
- 14, 2065, , March 29
-
- 15, 2066, , April 11
-
- 16, 2067, , April 3
-
- 17, 2068,*, April 22
-
- 18, 2069, , April 14
-
- 19, 2070, , March 30
-
- 1, 2071, , April 19
-
- 2, 2072,*, April 10
-
- 3, 2073, , March 26
-
- 4, 2074, , April 15
-
- 5, 2075, , April 7
-
- 6, 2076,*, April 19
-
- 7, 2077, , April 11
-
- 8, 2078, , April 3
-
- 9, 2079, , April 23
-
- 10, 2080,*, April 7
-
- 11, 2081, , March 30
-
- 12, 2082, , April 19
-
- 13, 2083, , April 4
-
- 14, 2084,*, March 26
-
- 15, 2085, , April 15
-
- 16, 2086, , March 31
-
- 17, 2087, , April 20
-
- 18, 2088,*, April 11
-
- 19, 2089, , April 3
-
-
- ** The years marked with an asterisk are Leap Years.
-
-
- <A Table to Find Movable Feasts and Holy Days>
-
-
- Easter Day, Sundays after Epiphany[*], Ash Wednesday[+], Ascension Day,
- Pentecost, Numbered Proper of 2 Pentecost[++], Advent Sunday
-
- [*] In Leap Years, the number of Sundays after Epiphany will be the
- same as if Easter Day were one day later than in the above Table.
-
- [+] In Leap Years, the date of Ash Wednesday will be one day later in
- the month of February than in the above Table.
-
- [++] Indicates the numbered Proper to be used on the Sunday after
- Trinity Sunday. Subsequently, the Propers are used consecutively.
-
-
- March 22: 4, Feb. 4 , April 30, May 10 , 3, November 29
-
- March 23: 4, Feb. 5 , May 1 , May 11 , 3, November 30
-
- March 24: 5, Feb. 6 , May 2 , May 12 , 3, December 1
-
- March 25: 5, Feb. 7 , May 3 , May 13 , 3, December 2
-
- March 26: 5, Feb. 8 , May 4 , May 14 , 3, December 3
-
- March 27: 5, Feb. 9 , May 5 , May 15 , 4, November 27
-
- March 28: 5, Feb. 10 , May 6 , May 16 , 4, November 28
-
- March 29: 5, Feb. 11 , May 7 , May 17 , 4, November 29
-
- March 30: 5, Feb. 12 , May 8 , May 18 , 4, November 30
-
- March 31: 5, Feb. 13 , May 9 , May 19 , 4, December 1
-
- April 1 : 6, Feb. 14 , May 10 , May 20 , 4, December 2
-
- April 2 : 6, Feb. 15 , May 11 , May 21 , 5, December 3
-
- April 3 : 6, Feb. 16 , May 12 , May 22 , 5, November 27
-
- April 4 : 6, Feb. 17 , May 13 , May 23 , 5, November 28
-
- April 5 : 6, Feb. 18 , May 14 , May 24 , 5, November 29
-
- April 6 : 6, Feb. 19 , May 15 , May 25 , 5, November 30
-
- April 7 : 6, Feb. 20 , May 16 , May 26 , 5, December 1
-
- April 8 : 7, Feb. 21 , May 17 , May 27 , 5, December 2
-
- April 9 : 7, Feb. 22 , May 18 , May 28 , 5, December 3
-
- April 10: 7, Feb. 23 , May 19 , May 29 , 6, November 27
-
- April 11: 7, Feb. 24 , May 20 , May 30 , 6, November 28
-
- April 12: 7, Feb. 25 , May 21 , May 31 , 6, November 29
-
- April 13: 7, Feb. 26 , May 22 , June 1 , 6, November 30
-
- April 14: 7, Feb. 27 , May 23 , June 2 , 6, December 1
-
- April 15: 8, Feb. 28 , May 24 , June 3 , 6, December 2
-
- April 16: 8, March 1 , May 25 , June 4 , 6, December 3
-
- April 17: 8, March 2 , May 26 , June 5 , 7, November 27
-
- April 18: 8, March 3 , May 27 , June 6 , 7, November 28
-
- April 19: 8, March 4 , May 28 , June 7 , 7, November 29
-
- April 20: 8, March 5 , May 29 , June 8 , 7, November 30
-
- April 21: 8, March 6 , May 30 , June 9 , 7, December 1
-
- April 22: 9, March 7 , May 31 , June 10, 7, December 2
-
- April 23: 9, March 8 , June 1 , June 11, 7, December 3
-
- April 24: 9, March 9 , June 2 , June 12, 8, November 27
-
- April 25: 9, March 10, June 3 , June 13, 8, November 28
-
-
-
- <The Lectionary>
-
- <page 888>
-
- *Concerning the Lectionary*
-
- *The Lectionary for Sundays is arranged in a three-year cycle, in which
- Year A always begins on the First Sunday of Advent in years evenly
- divisible by three. (For example, 1977 divided by 3 is 659 with no
- remainder. Year A, therefore, begins on Advent Sunday of that year.)*
-
- *The Psalms and Lessons appointed for the Sundays and for other major
- Holy Days are intended for use at all public services on such days,
- except when the same congregation attends two or more services. Thus,
- the same Lessons are to be read at the principal morning service,
- whether the Liturgy of the Word takes the form given in the Holy
- Eucharist, or that of the Daily Office.*
-
- *When the same congregation is present for Morning or Evening Prayer, in
- addition to the Eucharist, the Lessons at the Office may be selected
- from one of the other years of the three-year Sunday cycle, or from the
- Lectionary for the Daily Office. The Psalms at such Offices are
- normally those appointed in the Office Lectionary; but, when desired,
- the Psalm cited in the selected Sunday Proper may be used instead.*
-
- *In this Lectionary, the selections from the Psalter are frequently
- cited in a longer and shorter version, usually from the same Psalm. The
- longer version is particularly appropriate for use at the Office, the
- shorter version when the Psalm is sung between the Lessons at the
- Eucharist. The selections may be further lengthened or shortened at
- discretion.*
-
- *When an alternative Lesson is cited, it is sometimes identical with a
- Lesson appointed for the same day in the Daily Office Lectionary.*
-
- *In the opening verses of Lessons, the Reader should omit initial
- conjunctions which refer only to what has preceded, substitute nouns for
- pronouns when the referent is not otherwise clear, or else prefix to the
- Reading some such introduction as, "&N. said (to &N.)."*
-
- *Any Reading may be lengthened at discretion. Suggested lengthenings
- are shown in parentheses.*
-
- <page 889>
-
-
- <The Lectionary>
-
-
- <Year A>
-
- First Sunday of Advent:
- 122; Isaiah 2:1-5; Romans 13:8-14; Matthew 24:37-44
-
- Second Sunday of Advent:
- 72 *or* 72:1-8; Isaiah 11:1-10; Romans 15:4-13; Matthew 3:1-12
-
- Third Sunday of Advent:
- 146 *or* 146:4-9; Isaiah 35:1-10; James 5:7-10; Matthew 11:2-11
-
- Fourth Sunday of Advent:
- 24 *or* 24:1-7; Isaiah 7:10-17; Romans 1:1-7; Matthew 1:18-25
-
- Christmas Day I:
- 96 *or* 96:14,11-12; Isaiah 9:2-4,6-7; Titus 2:11-14; Luke 2:1-14(15-
- 20)
-
- Christmas Day II:
- 97 *or* 97:1-4,11-12; Isaiah 62:6-7,10-12; Titus 3:4-7; Luke 2:(1-
- 14)15-20
-
- <page 890>
-
- Christmas Day III:
- 98 *or* 98:1-6; Isaiah 52:7-10; Hebrews 1:1-12, John 1:1-14
-
- First Sunday after Christmas:
- 147 *or* 147:13-21; Isaiah 61:10--62:3; Galatians 3:23-25; 4:4-7;
- John 1:1-18
-
- Holy Name-=January 1=
- 8; Exodus 34:1-8; Romans 1:1-7; *or* Philippians 2:9-13; Luke 2:15-21
-
- Second Sunday after Christmas:
- 84 *or* 84:1-8; Jeremiah 31:7-14; Ephesians 1:3-6,15-19a; Matthew
- 2:13-15,19-23 *or* Luke 2:41-52 *or* Matthew 2:1-12
-
- The Epiphany-=January 6=
- 72 *or* 72:1-2,10-17; Isaiah 60:1-6,9; Ephesians3:1-12; Matthew 2:1-12
-
- First Sunday after Epiphany:
- 89:1-29 *or* 89:20-29; Isaiah 42:1-9; Acts 10:34-38; Matthew 3:13-17
-
- Second Sunday after Epiphany:
- 40:1-10: Isaiah 49:1-7; 1 Corinthians 1:1-9; John 1:29-41
-
- Third Sunday after Epiphany:
- 139:1-17 *or* 139:1-11; Amos 3:1-8; 1 Corinthians 1:10-17; Matthew
- 4:12-23
-
- <page 891>
-
- Fourth Sunday after Epiphany:
- 37:1-18 *or* 37:1-6; Micah 6:1-8; 1 Corinthians 1:(18-25)26-31;
- Matthew 5:1-12
-
- Fifth Sunday after Epiphany:
- 27 *or* 27:1-7; Habakkuk 3:1-6,17-19; 1 Corinthians 2:1-11; Matthew
- 5:13-20
-
- Sixth Sunday after Epiphany:
- 119:1-16 *or* 119:9-16; Ecclesiasticus 15:11-20; 1 Corinthians 3:1-9;
- Matthew 5:21-24,27-30,33-37
-
- Seventh Sunday after Epiphany:
- 71 *or* 71:16-24; Leviticus 19:1-2,9-18; 1 Corinthians 3:10-11,16-23;
- Matthew 5:38-48
-
- Eighth Sunday after Epiphany:
- 62 *or* 62:6-14; Isaiah 49:8-18; 1 Corinthians 4:1-5(6-7)8-13;
- Matthew 6:24-34
-
- Last Sunday after Epiphany:
- 99; Exodus 24:12(13-14)15-18; Philippians 3:7-14; Matthew 17:1-9
-
- Ash Wednesday:
- 103 *or* 103:8-14; Joel 2:1-2,12-17 *or* Isaiah 58:1-12;
- 2 Corinthians 5:20b--6:10; Matthew 6:1-6,16-21
-
- First Sunday in Lent:
- 51 *or* 51:1-13; Genesis 2:4b-9,15-17,25--3:7; Romans 5:12-19(20-21);
- Matthew 4:1-11
-
- Second Sunday in Lent:
- 33:12-22; Genesis 12:1-8; Romans 4:1-5(6-12)13-17; John 3:1-17
-
- <page 892>
-
- Third Sunday in Lent:
- 95 *or* 95:6-11; Exodus 17:1-7; Romans 5:1-11; John 4:5-26(27-38)39-42
-
- Fourth Sunday in Lent:
- 23; 1 Samuel 16:1-13; Ephesians 5:(1-7)8-14; John 9:1-13(14-27)28-38
-
- Fifth Sunday in Lent:
- 130; Ezekiel 37:1-3(4-10)11-14; Romans 6:16-23; John 11:(1-17)18-44
-
- Palm Sunday:
- Liturgy of the Palms: 118:19-29; Matthew 21:1-11
-
- Liturgy of the Word: 22:1-21 *or* 22:1-11; Isaiah 45:21-25 *or*
- Isaiah 52:13--53:12; Philippians 2:5-11; Matthew (26:36-75)27:1-54(55-66)
-
- Monday in Holy Week:
- 36:5-10; Isaiah 42:1-9; Hebrews 11:39--12:3; John 12:1-11 *or*
- Mark 14:3-9
-
- Tuesday in Holy Week:
- 71:1-12; Isaiah 49:1-6; 1 Corinthians 1:18-31; John 12:37-38,42-50
- *or* Mark 11:15-19
-
- Wednesday in Holy Week:
- 69:7-15,22-23; Isaiah 50:4-9a; Hebrews 9:11-15,24-28; John 13:21-35
- *or* Matthew 26:1-5,14-25
-
- <page 893>
-
- Maundy Thursday:
- 78:14-20,23-25; Exodus 12:1-14a; 1 Corinthians 11:23-26(27-32);
- John 13:1-15 *or* Luke 22:14-30
-
- Good Friday:
- 22:1-21 *or* 22:1-11 *or* 40:1-14 *or* 69:1-23; Isaiah 52:13--53:12
- *or* Genesis 22:1-18 *or* Wisdom 2:1,12-24; Hebrews 10:1-25;
- John (18:1-40) 19:1-37
-
- Holy Saturday:
- 130 *or* 31:1-5; Job 14:1-14; 1 Peter 4:1-8; Matthew 27:57-66 *or*
- John 19:38-42
-
- Easter Day:
- The Great Vigil: *See pages 288-291.*
-
- Early Service: *Use one of the Old Testament Lessons from the Vigil
- with*
- 114; Romans 6:3-11; Matthew 28:1-10
-
- Principal Service:
- 118:14-29 *or* 118:14-17,22-24; Acts 10:34-43 *or*
- Exodus 14:10-14,21-25; 15:20-21; Colossians 3:1-4 *or* Acts 10:34-43;
- John 20:1-10(11-18) *or* Matthew 28:1-10
-
- Evening Service:
- 114 *or* 136 *or* 118:14-17,22-24; Acts 5:29a,30-32 *or* Daniel 12:1-3;
- 1 Corinthians 5:6b-8 *or* Acts 5:29a,30-32; Luke 24:13-35
-
- <page 894>
-
- Monday in Easter Week:
- 16:8-11 *or* 118:19-24; Acts 2:14-22-32; Matthew 28:9-15
-
- Tuesday in Easter Week:
- 33:18-22 *or* 118:19-24; Acts 2:36-41; John 20:11-18
-
- Wednesday in Easter Week:
- 105:1-8 *or* 118:19-24; Acts 3:1-10; Luke 24:13-35
-
- Thursday in Easter Week:
- 8 *or* 114 *or* 118:19-24; Acts 3:11-26; Luke 24:36b-48
-
- Friday in Easter Week:
- 116:1-8 *or* 118:19-24; Acts 4:1-12; John 21:1-14
-
- Saturday in Easter Week:
- 118:14-18 *or* 118:19-24; Acts 4:13-21; Mark 16:9-15,20
-
- Second Sunday in Easter:
- 111 *or* 118:19-24; Acts 2:14a,22-32 *or* Genesis 8:6-16; 9:8-16;
- 1 Peter 1:3-9 *or* Acts 2:14a,22-32; John 20:19-31
-
- Third Sunday in Easter:
- 116 *or* 116:10-17; Acts 2:14a,36-47 *or* Isaiah 43:1-12;
- 1 Peter 1:17-23 *or* Acts 2:14a,36-47; Luke 24:13-35
-
- <page 895>
-
- Fourth Sunday of Easter:
- 23; Acts 6:1-9; 7:2a,51-60 *or* Nehemiah 9:6-15; 1 Peter 2:19-25
- *or* Acts 6:1-9; 7:2a,51-60; John 10:1-10
-
- Fifth Sunday of Easter:
- 66:1-11 *or* 66:1-8; Acts 17:1-15 *or* Deuteronomy 6:20-25;
- 1 Peter 2:1-10 *or* Acts 17:1-15; John 14:1-14
-
- Sixth Sunday of Easter:
- 148 *or* 148:7-14; Acts 17:22-31 *or* Isaiah 41:17-20;
- 1 Peter 3:8-18 *or* Acts 17:22-31; John 15:1-8
-
- Ascension Day:
- 47 *or* 110:1-5; Acts 1:1-11 *or* Daniel 7:9-14; Ephesians 1:15-23
- *or* Acts 1:1-11; Luke 24:49-53 *or* Mark 16:9-15,19-20
-
- Seventh Sunday of Easter:
- 68:1-20 *or* 47; Acts 1:(1-7)8-14 *or* Ezekiel 39:21-29;
- 1 Peter 4:12-19 *or* Acts 1:(1-7)8-14; John 17:1-11
-
- <page 896>
-
- Day of Pentecost:
- Early or Vigil Service:
- 33:12-22, Canticle 2 or 13, 130, Canticle 9, 104:25-32; Genesis 11:1-9
- *or* Exodus 19:1-9,16-20a;20:18-20 *or* Ezekiel 37:1-14 *or*
- Joel 2:28-32; Acts 2:1-11 *or* Romans 8:14-17,22-27; John 7:37-39a
-
- Principal Service:
- 104:25-37 *or* 104:25-32 *or* 33:12-15,18-22;
- Acts 2:1-11 *or* Ezekiel 11:17-20; 1 Corinthians 12:4-13 *or*
- Acts 2:1-11; John 20:19-23 *or* John 14:8-17
-
- *On the weekdays which follow, the numbered Proper which corresponds
- most closely to the date of Pentecost in that year is used. See page
- 158.*
-
- Trinity Sunday:
- 150 *or* Canticle 2 or 13; Genesis1:1--2:3;
- 2 Corinthians 13:(5-10)11-14; Matthew 28:16-20
-
- *On the weekdays which follow, the numbered Proper which corresponds
- most closely to the date of Trinity Sunday in that year is used.*
-
-
- <The Season after Pentecost>
-
- *Directions for the use of the Propers which follow are on page 158.*
-
- Proper 1: =Closest to May 11=
- 119:1-16 *or* 119:9-16; Ecclesiasticus 15:11-20; 1 Corinthians 3:1-9;
- Matthew 5:21-24,27-30,33-37
-
- <page 897>
-
- Proper 2: =Closest to May 18=
- 71 *or* 71:16-24; Leviticus 19:1-2,9-18; 1 Corinthians 3:10-11,16-23;
- Matthew 5:38-48
-
- Proper 3: =Closest to May 25=
- 62 *or* 62:6-14; Isaiah 49:8-18; 1 Corinthians 4:1-5(6-7)8-13;
- Matthew 6:24-34
-
- Proper 4: =Closest to June 1=
- 31 *or* 31:1-5,19-24; Deuteronomy 11:18-21,26-28; Romans 3:21-25a,28;
- Matthew 7:21-27
-
- Proper 5: =Closest to June 8=
- 50 *or* 50:7-15; Hosea 5:15--6:6; Romans 4:13-18; Matthew 9:9-13
-
- Proper 6: =Closest to June 15=
- 100; Exodus 19:2-8a; Romans 5:6-11; Matthew 9:35--10:8(9-15)
-
- Proper 7: =Closest to June 22=
- 69:1-18 *or* 69:7-10,16-18; Jeremiah 20:7-13; Romans 5:15b-19;
- Matthew 10:(16-23)24-33
-
- Proper 8: =Closest to June 29=
- 89:1-18 *or* 89:1-4,15-18; Isaiah 2:10-17; Romans 6:3-11;
- Matthew 10:34-42
-
- Proper 9: =Closest to July 6=
- 145 *or* 145:8-14; Zechariah 9:9-12; Romans 7:21--8:6; Matthew 11:25-30
-
- Proper 10: =Closest to July 13=
- 65 *or* 65:9-14; Isaiah 55:1-5,10-13; Romans 8:9-17;
- Matthew 13:1-9,18-23
-
- <page 898>
-
- Proper 11: =Closest to July 20=
- 86 *or* 86:11-17; Wisdom 12:13,16-19; Romans 8:18-25;
- Matthew 13:24-30,36-43
-
- Proper 12: =Closest to July 27=
- 119:121-136 *or* 119:129-136; 1 Kings 3:5-12; Romans 8:26-34;
- Matthew 13:31-33,44-49a
-
- Proper 13: =Closest to August 3=
- 78:1-29 *or* 78:14-20,23-25; Nehemiah 9:16-20; Romans 8:35-39;
- Matthew 14:13-21
-
- Proper 14: =Closest to August 10=
- 29; Jonah 2:1-9; Romans 9:1-5; Matthew 14:22-33
-
- Proper 15: =Closest to August 17=
- 67; Isaiah 56:1(2-5)6-7; Romans 11:13-15,29-32; Matthew 15:21-28
-
- Proper 16: =Closest to August 24=
- 138; Isaiah 51:1-6; Romans 11:33-36; Matthew 16:13-20
-
- Proper 17: =Closest to August 31=
- 26 *or* 26:1-8; Jeremiah 15:15-21; Romans 12:1-8; Matthew 16:21-27
-
- Proper 18: =Closest to September 7=
- 119:33-48 *or* 119:33-40; Ezekiel 33:(1-6)7-11; Romans 12:9-21;
- Matthew 18:15-20
-
- Proper 19: =Closest to September 14=
- 103 *or* 103:8-13; Ecclesiasticus 27:30--28:7; Romans 14:5-12;
- Matthew 18:21-35
-
- <page 899>
-
- Proper 20: =Closest to September 21=
- 145 *or* 145:1-8; Jonah 3:10--4:11; Philippians 1:21-27;
- Matthew 20:1-16
-
- Proper 21: =Closest to September 28=
- 25:1-14 *or* 25:3-9; Ezekiel 18:1-4,25-32; Philippians 2:1-13;
- Matthew 21:28-32
-
- Proper 22: =Closest to October 5=
- 80 *or* 80:7-14; Isaiah 5:1-7; Philippians 3:14-21; Matthew 21:33-43
-
- Proper 23: =Closest to October 12=
- 23; Isaiah 25:1-9; Philippians 4:4-13; Matthew 22:1-14
-
- Proper 24: =Closest to October 19=
- 96 *or* 96:1-9; Isaiah 45:1-7; 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10;
- Matthew 22:15-22
-
- Proper 25: =Closest to October 26=
- 1; Exodus 22:21-27; 1 Thessalonians 2:1-8; Matthew 22:34-46
-
- Proper 26: =Closest to November 2=
- 43; Micah 3:5-12; 1 Thessalonians 2:9-13,17-20; Matthew 23:1-12
-
- Proper 27: =Closest to November 9=
- 70; Amos 5:18-24; 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18; Matthew 25:1-13
-
- Proper 28: =Closest to November 16=
- 90 *or* 90:1-8,12; Zephaniah 1:7,12-18; 1 Thessalonians 5:1-10;
- Matthew 25:14-15,19-29
-
- <page 900>
-
- Proper 29: =Closest to November 23=
- 95:1-7; Ezekiel 34:11-17; 1 Corinthians 15:20-28; Matthew 25:31-46
-
-
-
- <Year B>
-
- First Sunday of Advent:
- 80 *or* 80:1-7; Isaiah 64:1-9a; 1 Corinthians 1:1-9;
- Mark 13:(24-32)33-37
-
- Second Sunday of Advent:
- 85 *or* 85:7-13; Isaiah 40:1-11; 2 Peter 3:8-15a,18; Mark 1:1-8
-
- Third Sunday of Advent:
- 126 *or* Canticle 3 or 15; Isaiah 65:17-25;
- 1 Thessalonians 5:(12-15)16-28; John 1:6-8,19-28 *or* John 3:23-30
-
- Fourth Sunday of Advent:
- 132 *or 132:8-15; 2 Samuel 7:4,8-16; Romans 16:25-27; Luke 1:26-38
-
- Christmas Day I:
- 96 *or* 96:1-4,11-12; Isaiah 9:2-4,6-7; Titus 2:11-14;
- Luke 2:1-14(15-20)
-
- <page 901>
-
- Christmas Day II:
- 97 *or* 97:1-4,11-12; Isaiah 62:6-7,10-12; Titus 3:4-7;
- Luke 2:(1-14)15-20
-
- Christmas Day III:
- 98 *or* 98:1-6; Isaiah 52:7-10; Hebrews 1:1-12; John 1:1-14
-
- First Sunday after Christmas:
- 147 *or* 147:13-21; Isaiah 61:10--62:3; Galatians 3:23-25; 4:4-7;
- John 1:1-18
-
- Holy Name: =January 1=
- 8; Exodus 34:1-8; Romans 1:1-7; Luke 2:15-21
-
- Second Sunday after Christmas:
- 84 *or* 84:1-8; Jeremiah 31:7-14; Ephesians 1:3-6,15-19a;
- Matthew 2:13-15,19-23 *or* Luke 2:41-52 *or* Matthew 2:1-12
-
- The Epiphany: =January 6=
- 72 *or* 72:1-2,10-17; Isaiah 60:1-6,9; Ephesians 3:1-12; Matthew 2:1-12
-
- First Sunday after Epiphany:
- 89:1-29 *or* 89:20-29; Isaiah 42:1-9; Acts 10:34-38; Mark 1:7-11
-
- Second Sunday after Epiphany:
- 63:1-8; 1 Samuel 3:1-10(11-20); 1 Corinthians 6:11b-20; John 1:43-51
-
- Third Sunday after Epiphany:
- 130; Jeremiah 3:21--4:2; 1 Corinthians 7:17-23; Mark 1:14-20
-
- <page 902>
-
- Fourth Sunday after Epiphany:
- 111; Deuteronomy 18:15-20; 1 Corinthians 8:1b-13; Mark 1:21-28
-
- Fifth Sunday after Epiphany:
- 142; 2 Kings 4:(8-17)18-21(22-31)32-37; 1 Corinthians 9:16-23;
- Mark 1:29-39
-
- Sixth Sunday after Epiphany:
- 42 *or* 42:1-7; 2 Kings 5:1-15ab; 1 Corinthians 9:24-27; Mark 1:40-45
-
- Seventh Sunday after Epiphany:
- 32 *or* 32:1-8; Isaiah 43:18-25; 2 Corinthians 1:18-22; Mark 2:1-12
-
- Eighth Sunday after Epiphany:
- 103 *or* 103:1-6; Hosea 2:14-23; 2 Corinthians 3:(4-11)17--4:2;
- Mark 2:18-22
-
- Last Sunday after Epiphany:
- 27 *or* 27:5-11; 1 Kings 19:9-18; 2 Peter 1:16-19(20-21); Mark 9:2-9
-
- Ash Wednesday:
- 103 *or* 103:8-14; Joel 2:1-2,12-17 *or* Isaiah 58:1-12;
- 2 Corinthians 5:20b--6:10; Matthew 6:1-6,16-21
-
- First Sunday in Lent:
- 25 *or* 25:3-9; Genesis 9:8-17; 1 Peter 3:18-22; Mark 1:9-13
-
- Second Sunday in Lent:
- 16 *or 16:5-11; Genesis 22:1-14; Romans 8:31-39; Mark 8:31-38
-
- <page 903>
-
- Third Sunday in Lent:
- 19:7-14; Exodus 20:1-17; Romans 7:13-25; John 2:13-22
-
- Fourth Sunday in Lent:
- 122; 2 Chronicles 36:14-23; Ephesians 2:4-10; John 6:4-15
-
- Fifth Sunday in Lent:
- 51 *or* 51:11-16; Jeremiah 31:31-34; Hebrews 5:(1-4)5-10; John 12:20-33
-
- Palm Sunday:
- Liturgy of the Palms:
- 118:19-29; Mark 11:1-11a
-
- Liturgy of the Word:
- 22:1-21 *or* 22:1-11; Isaiah 45:21-25 *or*
- Isaiah 52:13--53:12; Philippians 2:5-11; Mark (14:32-72)15:1-39(40-47)
-
- Monday in Holy Week:
- 36:5-10; Isaiah 42:1-9; Hebrews 11:39--12:3; John 12:1-11 *or*
- Mark 14:3-9
-
- Tuesday in Holy Week:
- 71:1-12; Isaiah 49:1-6; 1 Corinthians 1:18-31; John 12:37-38,42-50
- *or* Mark 11:15-19
-
- Wednesday in Holy Week:
- 69:7-15,22-23; Isaiah 50:4-9a; Hebrews 9:11-15,24-28; John 13:21-35
- *or* Matthew 26:1-5,14-25
-
- <page 904>
-
- Maundy Thursday:
- 78:14-20,23-25; Exodus 12:1-14a; 1 Corinthians 11:23-26(27-32);
- John 13:1-15 *or* Luke 22:14-30
-
- Good Friday:
- 22:1-21 *or* 22:1-11 *or* 40:1-14 *or* 69:1-23; Isaiah 52:13--53:12 *or*
- Genesis 22:1-18 *or* Wisdom 2:1,12-24; Hebrews 10:1-25;
- John (18:1-40)19:1-37
-
- Holy Saturday:
- 130 *or* 31:1-5; Job 14:1-14; 1 Peter 4:1-8; Matthew 27:57-66 *or*
- John 19:38-42
-
- Easter Day:
- The Great Vigil: *See pages 288-291.*
-
- Early Service: *Use one of the Old Testament Lessons from the Vigil
- with*
- 114; Romans 6:3-11; Matthew 28:1-10
-
- Principal Service:
- 118:14-29 *or* 118:14-17,22-24; Acts 10:34-43 *or* Isaiah 25:6-9;
- Colossians 3:1-4 *or* Acts 10:34-43; Mark 16:1-8
-
- Evening Service:
- 114 *or* 136 *or* 118:14-17,22-24; Acts 5:29a,30-32 *or* Daniel 12:1-3;
- 1 Corinthians 5:6b-8 *or* Acts 5:29a,30-32; Luke 24:13-35
-
- <page 905>
-
- Monday in Easter Week:
- 16:8-11 *or* 118:19-24; Acts 2:14,22-32; Matthew 28:9-15
-
- Tuesday in Easter Week:
- 33:18-22 *or* 118:19-24; Acts 2:36-41; John 20:11-18
-
- Wednesday in Easter Week:
- 105:1-8 *or* 118:19-24; Acts 3:1-10; Luke 24:13-35
-
- Thursday in Easter Week:
- 8 *or* 114 *or* 118:19-24; Acts 3:11-26; Luke 24:36b-48
-
- Friday in Easter Week:
- 116:1-8 *or* 118:19-24; Acts 4:1-12; John 21:1-14
-
- Saturday in Easter Week:
- 118:14-18 *or* 118:19-24; Acts 4:13-21; Mark 16:9-15,20
-
- Second Sunday of Easter:
- 111 *or* 118:19-24; Acts 3:12a,13-15,17-26 *or* Isaiah 26:2-9,19;
- 1 John 5:1-6 *or* Acts 3:12a,13-15,17-26; John 20:19-31
-
- Third Sunday of Easter:
- 98 *or* 98:1-5; Acts 4:5-12 *or* Micah 4:1-5; 1 John 1:1--2:2 *or*
- Acts 4:5-12; Luke 24:36b-48
-
- Fourth Sunday of Easter:
- 23 *or* 100; Acts 4:(23-31)32-37 *or* Ezekiel 34:1-10; 1 John 3:1-8
- *or* Acts 4:(23-31)32-37; John 10:11-16
-
- <page 906>
-
- Fifth Sunday of Easter:
- 66:1-11 *or* 66:1-8; Acts 8:26-40 *or* Deuteronomy 4:32-40;
- 1 John 3:(14-17)18-24 *or* Acts 8:26-40; John 14:15-21
-
- Sixth Sunday of Easter:
- 33 *or* 33:1-8,18-22; Acts 11:19-30 *or* Isaiah 45:11-13,18-19;
- 1 John 4:7-21 *or* Acts 11:19-30; John 15:9-17
-
- Ascension Day:
- 47 *or* 110:1-5; Acts 1:1-11 *or* Ezekiel 1:3-5a,15-22,26-28;
- Ephesians 1:15-23 *or* Acts 1:1-11; Luke 24:49-53 *or* Mark 16:9-15,19-20
-
- Seventh Sunday of Easter:
- 68:1-20 *or* 47; Acts 1:15-26 *or* Exodus 28:1-4,9-10,29-30;
- 1 John 5:9-15 *or* Acts 1:15-26; John 17:11b-19
-
- Day of Pentecost:
- Early or Vigil Service:
- 33:12-22, Canticle 2 or 13, 130, Canticle 9, 104:25-32; Genesis 11:1-9
- *or* Exodus 19:1-9,16-20a;20:18-20 *or* Ezekiel 37:1-14 *or* Joel 2:18-32;
- Acts 2:1-11 *or* Romans 8:14-17,22-27; John 7:37-39a
-
- <page 907>
-
- Principal Service:
- 104:25-37 *or* 104:25-32 *or* 33:12-15,18-22; Acts 2:1-11 *or*
- Isaiah 44:1-8; 1 Corinthians 12:4-13 *or* Acts 2:1-11; John 20:19-23
- *or* John 14:8-17
-
- *On the weekdays which follow, the numbered Proper which corresponds
- most closely to the date of Pentecost in that year is used. See page
- 158.*
-
- Trinity Sunday:
- 93 *or* Canticle 2 *or* 13; Exodus 3:1-6; Romans 8:12-17; John 3:1-16
-
- *On the weekdays which follow, the numbered Proper which corresponds
- most closely to the date of Trinity Sunday in that year is used.*
-
-
- <The Season after Pentecost>
-
- *Directions for the use of the Propers which follow are on page 158.*
-
-
- Proper 1: =Closest to May 11=
- 42 *or* 42:1-7; 2 Kings 5:1-15ab; 1 Corinthians 9:24-27; Mark 1:40-45
-
- Proper 2: =Closest to May 18=
- 32 *or* 32:1-8; Isaiah 43:18-25; 2 Corinthians 1:18-22; Mark 2:1-12
-
- Proper 3: =Closest to May 25=
- 103 *or* 103:1-6; Hosea 2:14-23; 2 Corinthians 3:(4-11)17--4:2;
- Mark 2:18-22
-
- <page 908>
-
- Proper 4: =Closest to June 1=
- 81 *or* 81:1-10; Deuteronomy 5:6-21; 2 Corinthians 4:5-12; Mark 2:23-28
-
- Proper 5: =Closest to June 8=
- 130; Genesis 3:(1-7)8-21; 2 Corinthians 4:13-18; Mark 3:20-35
-
- Proper 6: =Closest to June 15=
- 92 *or* 92:1-4,11-14; Ezekiel 31:1-6,10-14; 2 Corinthians 5:1-10;
- Mark 4:26-34
-
- Proper 7: =Closest to June 22=
- 107:1-32 *or* 107:1-3,23-32; Job 38:1-11,16-18; 2 Corinthians 5:14-21;
- Mark 4:35-41; (5:1-20)
-
- Proper 8: =Closest to June 29=
- 112; Deuteronomy 15:7-11; 2 Corinthians 8:1-9,13-15; Mark 5:22-24,35b-43
-
- Proper 9: =Closest to July 6=
- 123; Ezekiel 2:1-7; 2 Corinthians 12:2-10; Mark 6:1-6
-
- Proper 10: =Closest to July 13=
- 85 *or* 85:7-13; Amos 7:7-15; Ephesians 1:1-14; Mark 6:7-13
-
- Proper 11: =Closest to July 20=
- 22:22-30; Isaiah 57:14b-21; Ephesians 2:11-22; Mark 6:30-44
-
- Proper 12: =Closest to July 27=
- 114; 2 Kings 2:1-15; Ephesians 4:1-7,11-16; Mark 6:45-52
-
- <page 909>
-
- Proper 13: =Closest to August 3=
- 78:1-25 *or 78:14-20,23-25; Exodus 16:2-4,9-15; Ephesians 4:17-25;
- John 6:24-35
-
- Proper 14: =Closest to August 10=
- 34 *or* 34:1-8; Deuteronomy 8:1-10; Ephesians 4:(25-29)30--5:2;
- John 6:37-51
-
- Proper 15: =Closest to August 17=
- 147 *or* 39:9-14; Proverbs 9:1-6; Ephesians 5:15-20; John 6:53-59
-
- Proper 16: =Closest to August 34=
- 16 *or* 34:15-22; Joshua 24:1-2a,14-25; Ephesians 5:21-33; John 6:60-69
-
- Proper 17: =Closest to August 31=
- 15; Deuteronomy 4:1-9; Ephesians 6:10-20; Mark 7:1-8,14-15,21-23
-
- Proper 18: =Closest to September 7=
- 146 *or* 146:4-9; Isaiah 35:4-7a; James 1:17-27; Mark 7:31-37
-
- Proper 19: =Closest to September 14=
- 116 *or* 116:1-8; Isaiah 50:4-9; James 2:1-5,8-10,14-18; Mark 8:27-38
- *or* Mark 9:14-29
-
- Proper 20: =Closest to September 21=
- 54; Wisdom 1:16--2:1(6-11)12-22; James 3:16--4:6; Mark 9:30-37
-
- Proper 21: =Closest to September 28=
- 19 *or* 19:7-14; Numbers 11:4-6,10-16,24-29; James 4:7-12(13--5:6);
- Mark 9:38-43,45,47-48
-
- <page 910>
-
- Proper 22: =Closest to October 5=
- 8 *or* 128; Genesis 2:18-24; Hebrews 2:(1-8)9-18; Mark 10:2-9
-
- Proper 23: =Closest to October 12=
- 90 *or* 90:2-8,12; Amos 5:6-7,10-15; Hebrews 3:1-6; Mark 10:17-27(28-31)
-
- Proper 24: =Closest to October 19=
- 91 *or* 91:9-16; Isaiah 53:4-12; Hebrews 4:12-16; Mark 10:35-45
-
- Proper 25: =Closest to October 26=
- 13; Isaiah 59:(1-4)9-19; Hebrews 5:12--6:1,9-12; Mark 10:46-52
-
- Proper 26: =Closest to November 2=
- 119:1-16 *or* 119:1-8; Deuteronomy 6:1-9; Hebrews 7:23-28; Mark 12:28-34
-
- Proper 27: =Closest to November 9=
- 146 *or* 146:4-9; 1 Kings 17:8-16; Hebrews 9:24-28; Mark 12:38-44
-
- Proper 28: =Closest to November 16=
- 16 *or* 16:5-11; Daniel 12:1-4a(5-13); Hebrews 10:31-39; Mark 13:14-23
-
- Proper 29: =Closest to November 23=
- 93; Daniel 7:9-14; Revelation 1:1-8; John 18:33-37 *or* Mark 11:1-11
-
- <page 911>
-
- <Year C>
-
-
- First Sunday of Advent:
- 50 *or 50:1-6: Zechariah 14:4-9; 1 Thessalonians 3:9-13; Luke 21:25-31
-
- Second Sunday of Advent:
- 126; Baruch 5:1-9; Philippians 1:1-11; Luke 3:1-6
-
- Third Sunday of Advent:
- 85 *or* 85:7-13 *or* Canticle 9; Zephaniah 3:14-20;
- Philippians 4:4-7(8-9); Luke 3:7-18
-
- Fourth Sunday of Advent:
- 80 *or* 80:1-7; Micah 5:2-4; Hebrews 10:5-10; Luke 1:39-49(50-56)
-
- Christmas Day I:
- 96 *or* 96:1-4,11-12; Isaiah 9:2-3,6-7; Titus 2:11-14;
- Luke 2:1-14(15-20)
-
- Christmas Day II:
- 97 *or* 97:1-4,11-12; Isaiah 62:6-7,10-12; Titus 3:4-7;
- Luke 2:(1-14)15-20
-
- Christmas Day III:
- 98 *or* 98:1-6; Isaiah 52:7-10; Hebrews 1:1-12; John 1:1-14
-
- First Sunday after Christmas:
- 147 *or* 147:13-21; Isaiah 61:10--62:3; Galatians 3:23-25; 4:4-7;
- John 1:1-18
-
- <page 912>
-
- Holy Name: =January 1=
- 8; Exodus 34:1-8, Romans 1:1-7; Luke 2:15-21
-
- Second Sunday after Christmas:
- 84 *or* 84:1-8; Jeremiah 31:7-14; Ephesians 1:3-6,15-19a;
- Matthew 2:13-15,19-23 *or* Luke 2:41-52 *or* Matthew 2:1-12
-
- The Epiphany: =January 6=
- 72 *or* 72:1-2,10-17; Isaiah 60:1-6,9; Ephesians 3:1-12; Matthew 2:1-12
-
- First Sunday after Epiphany:
- 89:1-29 *or* 89:20-29; Isaiah 42:1-9; Acts 10:34-38; Luke 3:15-16,21-22
-
- Second Sunday after Epiphany:
- 96 *or* 96:1-10; Isaiah 62:1-5; 1 Corinthians 12:1-11; John 2:1-11
-
- Third Sunday after Epiphany:
- 113; Nehemiah 8:2-10; 1 Corinthians 12:12-27; Luke 4:14-21
-
- Fourth Sunday after Epiphany:
- 71:1-17 *or* 71:1-6,15-17; Jeremiah 1:4-10; 1 Corinthians 14:12b-20;
- Luke 4:21-32
-
- Fifth Sunday after Epiphany:
- 85 *or* 85:7-13; Judges 6:11-24a; 1 Corinthians 15:1-11; Luke 5:1-11
-
- Sixth Sunday after Epiphany:
- 1; Jeremiah 17:5-10; 1 Corinthians 15:12-20; Luke 6:17-26
-
- <page 913>
-
- Seventh Sunday after Epiphany:
- 37:1-18 *or* 37:3-10; Genesis 45:3-11,21-28;
- 1 Corinthians 15:35-38,42-50; Luke 6:27-38
-
- Eighth Sunday after Epiphany:
- 92 *or* 92:1-5,11-14; Jeremiah 7:1-7(8-15); 1 Corinthians 15:50-58;
- Luke 6:39-49
-
- Last Sunday after Epiphany:
- 99; Exodus 34:29-35; 1 Corinthians 12:27--13:13; Luke 9:28-36
-
- Ash Wednesday:
- 103 *or* 103:8-14; Joel 2:1-2,12-17 *or* Isaiah 58:1-12;
- 2 Corinthians 5:20b--6:10; Matthew 6:1-6,16-21
-
- First Sunday in Lent:
- 91 *or* 91:9-15; Deuteronomy 26:(1-4)5-11; Romans 10:(5-8a)8b-13;
- Luke 4:1-13
-
- Second Sunday in Lent:
- 27 *or* 27:10-18; Genesis 15:1-12,17-18; Philippians 3:17--4:1
- Luke 13:(22-30)31-35
-
- Third Sunday in Lent:
- 103 *or* 103:1-11; Exodus 3:1-15; 1 Corinthians 10:1-13; Luke 13:1-9
-
- Fourth Sunday in Lent:
- 34 *or* 34:1-8; Joshua (4:19-24); 5:9-12; 2 Corinthians 5:17-21
- Luke 15:11-32
-
- Fifth Sunday in Lent:
- 126; Isaiah 43:16-21; Philippians 3:8-14; Luke 20:9-19
-
- <page 914>
-
- Palm Sunday:
- Liturgy of the Palms:
- 118:19-29; Luke 19:29-40
-
- Liturgy of the Word:
- 22:1-21 *or* 22:1-11; Isaiah 45:21-25 *or* Isaiah 52:13--53:12;
- Philippians 2:5-11; Luke (22:39-71) 23:1-49(50-56)
-
- Monday in Holy Week:
- 36:5-10; Isaiah 42:1-9; Hebrews 11:39--12:3; John 12:1-11 *or*
- Mark 14:3-9
-
- Tuesday in Holy Week:
- 71:1-12; Isaiah 49:1-6; 1 Corinthians 1:18-31; John 23:37-38,42-50 *or*
- Mark 11:15-19
-
- Wednesday in Holy Week:
- 69:7-15,22-23; Isaiah 50:4-9a; Hebrews 9:11-15,24-28; John 13:21-35
- *or* Matthew 26:1-5,14-25
-
- Maundy Thursday:
- 78:14-20,23-25; Exodus 12:1-14a; 1 Corinthians 11:23-26(27-32);
- John 13:1-15 *or* Luke 22:14-30
-
- Good Friday:
- 22:1-21 *or* 22:1-11 *or* 40:1-14 *or* 69:1-23; Isaiah 52:13--53:12
- *or* Genesis 22:1-18 *or* Wisdom 2:1,12-24; Hebrews 10:1-25;
- John (18:1-40) 19:1-37
-
- <page 915>
-
- Holy Saturday:
- 130 *or* 31:1-5; Job 14:1-14; 1 Peter 4:1-8; Matthew 27:57-66 *or*
- John 19:38-42
-
- Easter Day:
- The Great Vigil: *See pages 288-291*
-
- Early Service: *Use one of the Old Testament Lessons from the Vigil
- with*
- 114; Romans 6:3-11; Matthew 28:1-10
-
- Principal Service:
- 118:14-29 *or* 118:14-17,22-24; Acts 10:34-43 *or* Isaiah 51:9-11;
- Colossians 3:1-4 *or* Acts 10:34-43; Luke 24:1-10
-
- Evening Service:
- 114 *or* 136 *or* 118:14-17,22-24; Acts 5:29a,30-32 *or* Daniel 12:1-3;
- 1 Corinthians 5:6b-8 *or* Acts 5:29a,30-32; Luke 24:13-35
-
- Monday in Easter Week:
- 16:8-11 *or* 118:19-24; Acts 2:14,22b-32; Matthew 28:9-15
-
- Tuesday in Easter Week:
- 33:18-22 *or* 118:19-24; Acts 2:36-41; John 20:11-18
-
- Wednesday in Easter Week:
- 105:1-8 *or* 118:19-24; Acts 3:1-10; Luke 24:13-35
-
- Thursday in Easter Week:
- 8 *or* 114 *or* 118:19-24; Acts 3:11-26; Luke 24:36b-48
-
- <page 916>
-
- Friday in Easter Week:
- 116:1-8 *or* 118:19-24; Acts 4:1-12; John 21:1-14
-
- Saturday in Easter Week:
- 118:14-18 *or* 118:19-24; Acts 4:13-21; Mark 16:9-15,20
-
- Second Sunday of Easter:
- 111 *or* 118:19-24; Acts 5:12a,17-22,25-29 *or* Job 42:1-6;
- Revelation 1:(1-8)9-19 *or* Acts 5:12a,17-22,25-29; John 20:19-31
-
- Third Sunday of Easter:
- 33 *or* 33:1-11; Acts 9:1-19a *or* Jeremiah 32:36-41;
- Revelation 5:6-14 *or* Acts 9:1-19a; John 21:1-14
-
- Fourth Sunday of Easter:
- 100; Acts 13:15-16,26-33(34-39) *or* Numbers 27:12-23;
- Revelation 7:9-17 *or* Acts 13:15-16,26-33(34-39); John 10:22-30
-
- Fifth Sunday of Easter:
- 145 *or* 145:1-9; Acts 13:44-52 *or* Leviticus 19:1-2,9-18;
- Revelation 19:1,4-9 *or* Acts 13:44-52; John 13:31-35
-
- Sixth Sunday of Easter:
- 67; Acts 14:8-18 *or* Joel 2:21-27; Revelation 21:22--22:5 *or*
- Acts 14:8-18; John 14:23-29
-
- <page 917>
-
- Ascension Day:
- 47 *or* 110:1-5; Acts 1:1-11 *or* 2 Kings 2:1-15; Ephesians 1:15-23
- *or* Acts 1:1-11; Luke 24:49-53 *or* Mark 16:9-15,19-20
-
- Seventh Sunday of Easter:
- 68:1-20 *or* 47; Acts 16:16-34 *or* 1 Samuel 12:19-24;
- Revelation 22:12-14,16-17,20 *or* Acts 16:16-34; John 17:20-26
-
- Day of Pentecost:
- Early or Vigil Service:
- 33:12-22, Canticle 2 *or* 13; Genesis 11:1-9
- *or* Exodus 19:1-9a,16-20a; 20:18-20 *or* Ezekiel 37:1-14 *or*
- Joel 2:28-32; Acts 2:1-11 *or* Romans 8:14-17,22-27; John 7:37-39a
-
- Principal Service:
- 104:24-37 *or* 104:25-32 *or* 33:12-15,18-22; Acts 2:1-11 *or*
- Joel 2:28-32; 1 Corinthians 12:4-13 *or* Acts 2:1-11; John 20:19-23
- *or* John 14:8-17
-
- *On the weekdays which follow, the numbered Proper which corresponds
- most closely to the date of Pentecost in that year is used. See page
- 158.*
-
- <page 918>
-
- Trinity Sunday:
- 29 *or* Canticle 2 *or* 13; Isaiah 6:1-8; Revelation 4:1-11;
- John 16:(5-11)12-15
-
- *On the weekdays which follow, the numbered Proper which corresponds
- most closely to the date of Trinity Sunday in that year is used.*
-
- <The Season after Pentecost:>
-
- *Directions for the use of the Propers which follow are on page 158.*
-
- Proper 1: =Closest to May 11=
- 1; Jeremiah 17:5-10; 1 Corinthians 15:12-20; Luke 6:17-26
-
- Proper 2: =Closest to May 18=
- 37:1-18 *or* 37:3-10; Genesis 45:3-11,21-28;
- 1 Corinthians 15:35-38,42-50; Luke 6:27-38
-
- Proper 3: =Closest to May 25=
- 92 *or* 92:1-5,11-14; Jeremiah 7:1-7(8-15); 1 Corinthians 15:50-58;
- Luke 6:39-49
-
- Proper 4: =Closest to June 1=
- 96 *or* 96:1-9; 1 Kings 8:22-23,27-30,41-43; Galatians 1:1-10;
- Luke 7:1-10
-
- Proper 5: =Closest to June 8=
- 30 *or* 30:1-6,12-13; 1 Kings 17:17-24; Galatians 1:11-24; Luke 7:11-17
-
- Proper 6: =Closest to June 15=
- 32 *or* 32:1-8; 2 Samuel 11:26--12:10,13-15; Galatians 2:11-21;
- Luke 7:36-50
-
- <page 919>
-
- Proper 7: =Closest to June 22=
- 63:1-8; Zechariah 12:8-10; 13:1; Galatians 3:23-29; Luke 9:18-24
-
- Proper 8: =Closest to June 29=
- 16 *or* 16:5-11; 1 Kings 19:15-16,19-21; Galatians 5:1,13-25;
- Luke 9:51-62
-
- Proper 9: =Closest to July 6=
- 66 *or* 66:1-8; Isaiah 66:10-16; Galatians 6:(1-10)14-18;
- Luke 10:1-12,16-20
-
- Proper 10: =Closest to July 13=
- 25 *or* 25:3-9; Deuteronomy 30:9-14; Colossians 1:1-14; Luke 10:25-37
-
- Proper 11: =Closest to July 20=
- 15; Genesis 18:1-10a(10b-14); Colossians 1:21-29; Luke 10:38-42
-
- Proper 12: =Closest to July 27=
- 138; Genesis 18:20-33; Colossians 2:6-15; Luke 11:1-13
-
- Proper 13: =Closest to August 3=
- 49 *or* 49:1-11; Ecclesiastes 1:12-14; 2:(1-7,11)18-23;
- Colossians 3:(5-11)12-17; Luke 12:13-21
-
- Proper 14: =Closest to August 10=
- 33 *or* 33:12-15,18-22; Genesis 15:1-6; Hebrews 11:1-3(4-7)8-16;
- Luke 12:32-40
-
- Proper 15: =Closest to August 17=
- 82; Jeremiah 23:23-29; Hebrews 12:1-7(8-10)11-14; Luke 12:49-56
-
- <page 920>
-
- Proper 16: =Closest to August 24=
- 46; Isaiah 28:14-22; Hebrews 12:18-19,22-29; Luke 13:22-30
-
- Proper 17: =Closest to August 31=
- 112; Ecclesiasticus 10:(7-11)12-18; Hebrews 13:1-8; Luke 14:1,7-14
-
- Proper 18: =Closest to September 7=
- 1; Deuteronomy 30:15-20; Philemon 1-20; Luke 14:25-33
-
- Proper 19: =Closest to September 14=
- 51:1-18 *or* 51:1-11; Exodus 32:1,7-14; 1 Timothy 1:12-17; Luke 15:1-10
-
- Proper 20: =Closest to September 21=
- 138; Amos 8:4-7(8-12); 1 Timothy 2:1-8; Luke 16:1-13
-
- Proper 21: =Closest to September 28=
- 146 *or* 146:4-9; Amos 6:1-7; 1 Timothy 6:11-19; Luke 16:19-31
-
- Proper 22: =Closest to October 5=
- 37:1-18 *or* 37:3-10; Habakkuk 1:1-6(7-11)12-13;2:1-4;
- 2 Timothy 1:(1-5)6-14; Luke 17:5-10
-
- Proper 23: =Closest to October 12=
- 113; Ruth 1:(1-7)8-19a; 2 Timothy 2:(3-7)8-15; Luke 17:11-19
-
- Proper 24: =Closest to October 19=
- 121; Genesis 32:3-8,22-30; 2 Timothy 3:14--4:5; Luke 18:1-8a
-
- <page 921>
-
- Proper 25: =Closest to October 26=
- 84 *or* 84:1-6; Jeremiah 14:(1-6)7-10,19-22; 2 Timothy 4:6-8,16-18;
- Luke 18:9-14
-
- Proper 26: =Closest to November 2=
- 32 *or* 32:1-8; Isaiah 1:10-20; 2 Thessalonians 1:1-5(6-10)11-12;
- Luke 19:1-10
-
- Proper 27: =Closest to November 9=
- 17 *or* 17:1-8; Job 19:23-27a; 2 Thessalonians 2:13--3:5;
- Luke 20:27(28-33)34-38
-
- Proper 28: =Closest to November 16=
- 98 *or* 98:5-10; Malachi 3:13--4:2a,5-6; 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13;
- Luke 21:5-19
-
- Proper 29: =Closest to November 23=
- 46; Jeremiah 23:1-6; Colossians 1:11-20; Luke 23:35-43 *or*
- Luke 19:29-38
-
-
- <Holy Days>
-
-
- St. Andrew: =November 30=
- 19 *or* 19:1-6; Deuteronomy 30:11-14; Romans 10:8b-18; Matthew 4:18-22
-
- St. Thomas: =December 21=
- 126; Habakkuk 2:1-4; Hebrews 10:35--11:1; John 20:24-29
-
- <page 922>
-
- St. Stephen: =December 26=
- 31 *or* 31:1-5; Jeremiah 26:1-9,12-15; Acts 6:8--7:2a,51c-60;
- Matthew 23:34-39
-
- St. John: =December 27=
- 92 *or* 92:1-4,11-14; Exodus 33:18-23; 1 John 1:1-9; John 21:9b-24
-
- Holy Innocents: =December 28=
- 124; Jeremiah 31:15-17; Revelation 21:1-7; Matthew 2:13-18
-
- Confession of St. Peter: =January 18=
- 23; Acts 4:8-13; 1 Peter 5:1-4; Matthew 16:13-19
-
- Conversion of St. Paul: =January 25=
- 67; Acts 26:9-21; Galatians 1:11-24; Matthew 10:16-22
-
- The Presentation: =February 2=
- 84 *or* 84:1-6; Malachi 3:1-4; Hebrews 2:14-18; Luke 2:22-40
-
- St. Matthias: =February 24=
- 15; Acts 1:15-26; Philippians 3:13b-21; John 15:1,6-16
-
- St. Joseph: =March 19=
- 89:1-29 *or* 89:1-4,26-29; 2 Samuel 7:4,8-16; Romans 4:13-18;
- Luke 2:41-52
-
- The Annunciation: =March 25=
- 40:1-11 *or* 40:5-10 *or* Canticle 3 *or* 15; Isaiah 7:10-14;
- Hebrews 10:5-10 ; Luke 1:26-38
-
- <page 923>
-
- St. Mark: =April 25=
- 2 *or* 2:7-10; Isaiah 52:7-10; Ephesians 4:7-8,11-16; Mark 1:1-15
- *or* Mark 16:15-20
-
- St. Philip & St. James: =May 1=
- 119:33-40; Isaiah 30:18-21; 2 Corinthians 4:1-6; John 14:6-14
-
- The Visitation: =May 31=
- 113 *or* Canticle 9; Zephaniah 3:14-18a; Colossians 3:12-17;
- Luke 1:39-49
-
- St. Barnabas: =June 11=
- 112; Isaiah 42:5-12; Acts 11:19-30; 13:1-3; Matthew 10:7-16
-
- Nativity of St. John the Baptist: =June 24=
- 85 *or* 85:7-13; Isaiah 40:1-11; Acts 13:14b-26; Luke 1:57-80
-
- St. Peter & St. Paul: =June 29=
- 87; Ezekiel 34:11-16; 2 Timothy 4:1-8; John 21:15-19
-
- Independence Day: =July 4=
- 145 *or* 145:1-9; Deuteronomy 10:17-21; Hebrews 11:8-16; Matthew 5:43-48
-
- *The Psalm and Lessons "For the Nation," page 930, may be used instead.*
-
- St. Mary Magdalene: =July 22=
- 42:1-7; Judith 9:1,11-14; 2 Corinthians 5:14-18; John 20:11-18
-
-
- <page 924>
-
-
- St. James: =July 25=
- 7:1-10; Jeremiah 45:1-5; Acts 11:27--12:3; Matthew 20:20-28
-
- The Transfiguration: =August 6=
- 99 *or* 99:5-9; Exodus 34:29-35; 2 Peter 1:13-21; Luke 9:28-36
-
- St. Mary the Virgin: =August 15=
- 34 *or* 34:1-9; Isaiah 61:10-11; Galatians 4:4-7; Luke 1:46-55
-
- St. Bartholomew: =August 24=
- 91 *or* 91:1-4; Deuteronomy 18:15-18; 1 Corinthians 4:9-15;
- Luke 22:24-30
-
- Holy Cross Day: =September 14=
- 98 *or* 98:1-4; Isaiah 45:21-25; Philippians 2:5-11 *or*
- Galatians 6:14-18; John 12:31-36a
-
- St. Matthew: =September 21=
- 119:33-40; Proverbs 3:1-6; 2 Timothy 3:14-17; Matthew 9:9-13
-
- St. Michael & All Angels: =September 29=
- 103 *or* 103:19-22; Genesis 28:10-17; Revelation 12:7-12; John 1:47-51
-
- St. Luke: =October 18=
- 147 *or* 147:1-7; Ecclesiasticus 38:1-4,6-10,12-14; 2 Timothy 4:5-13;
- Luke 4:14-21
-
- St. James of Jerusalem: =October 23=
- 1; Acts 15:12-22a; 1 Corinthians 15:1-11; Matthew 13:54-58
-
- <page 925>
-
- St. Simon & St. Jude: =October 28=
- 119:89-96; Deuteronomy 32:1-4; Ephesians 2:13-22; John 15:17-27
-
- All Saints' Day: =November 1=
- 149; Ecclesiasticus 44:1-10,13-14; Revelation 7:2-4,9-17;
- Matthew 5:1-12
- *or this*
- 149; Ecclesiasticus 2:(1-6)7-11; Ephesians 1:(11-14)15-23;
- Luke 6:20-26(27-36)
-
- Thanksgiving Day:
- 65 *or* 65:9-14; Deuteronomy 8:1-3,6-10(17-20); James 1:17-18,21-27;
- Matthew 6:25-33
-
-
- <The Common of Saints>
-
-
- Of a Martyr I
- 126 *or* 121; 2 Esdras 2:42-48; 1 Peter 3:14-18,22; Matthew 10:16-22
-
- Of a Martyr II
- 116 *or* 116:1-8; Ecclesiasticus 51:1-12; Revelation 7:13-17;
- Luke 12:2-12
-
- Of a Martyr III
- 124 *or 31:1-5; Jeremiah 15:15-21; 1 Peter 4:12-19; Mark 8:34-38
-
- Of a Missionary I
- 96 *or* 96:1-7; Isaiah 52:7-10; Acts 1:1-9; Luke 10:1-9
-
- <page 926>
-
- Of a Missionary II:
- 98 *or* 98:1-4; Isaiah 49:1-6; Acts 17:22-31; Matthew 28:16-20
-
- Of a Pastor I:
- 23: Ezekiel 34:11-16; 1 Peter 5:1-4; John 21:15-17
-
- Of a Pastor II:
- 84 *or* 84:7-12; Acts 20:17-35; Ephesians 3:14-21; Matthew 24:42-47
-
- Of a Theologian and Teacher I:
- 119:97-104; Wisdom 7:7-14; 1 Corinthians 2:6-10,13-16; John 17:18-23
-
- Of a Theologian and Teacher II:
- 119:89-96; Proverbs 3:1-7; 1 Corinthians 3:5-11; Matthew 13:47-52
-
- Of a Monastic I:
- 34 *or* 34:1-8; Song of Songs 8:6-7; Philippians 3:7-15;
- Luke 12:33-37 *or* Luke 9:57-62
-
- Of a Monastic II:
- 133 *or* 119:161-168; Acts 2:42-47a; 2 Corinthians 6:1-10;
- Matthew 6:24-33
-
- Of a Saint I:
- 15; Micah 6:6-8; Hebrews 12:1-2; Matthew 25:31-40
-
- Of a Saint II:
- 34 *or* 34:15-22; Wisdom 3:1-9; Philippians 4:4-9; Luke 6:17-23
-
- <page 927>
-
- Of a Saint III:
- 1; Ecclesiasticus 2:7-11; 1 Corinthians 1:26-31; Matthew 25:1-13
-
-
- <Various Occasions>
-
-
- l. Of the Holy Trinity:
- 29; Exodus 3:11-15; Romans 11:33-36; Matthew 28:18-20
-
- 2. Of the Holy Spirit:
- 139:1-17 *or* 139:1-9; Isaiah 61:1-3; 1 Corinthians 12:4-14;
- Luke 11:9-13
-
- 3. Of the Holy Angels:
- 148 *or* 103:19-22; Daniel 7:9-10a *or* 2 Kings 6:8-17;
- Revelation 5:11-14; John 1:47-51
-
- 4. Of the Incarnation:
- 111 *or* 132:11-19; Isaiah 11:1-10 *or* Genesis 17:1-8;
- 1 John 4:1-11 *or* 1 Timothy 3:14-16; Luke 1:26-33(34-38) *or*
- Luke 11:27-28
-
- 5. Of the Holy Eucharist:
- 34 *or* 116:10-17; Deuteronomy 8:2-3; Revelation 19:1-2a,4-9 *or*
- 1 Corinthians 10:1-4,16-17 *or* 1 Corinthians 11:23-29; John 6:47-58
-
- <page 928>
-
- 6. Of the Holy Cross:
- 40:1-11 *or* 40:5-11; Isaiah 52:13-15; 53:10-12;
- 1 Corinthians 1:18-24; John 12:23-33
-
- 7. For All Baptized Christians:
- 16:5-11; Jeremiah 17:7-8 *or* Ezekiel 36:24-28; Romans 6:3-11;
- Mark 10:35-45
-
- 8. For the Departed:
- 116 *or* 103:13-22 *or* 130; Isaiah 25:6-9 *or* Wisdom 3:1-9;
- 1 Corinthians 15:50-58; John 5:24-27 *or* John 6:37-40 *or* John 11:21-27
-
- *Any of the Psalms and Lessons appointed at the Burial of the Dead may
- be used instead.*
-
- 9. Of the Reign of Christ:
- 93 *or* Canticle 18; Daniel 7:9-14; Colossians 1:11-20;
- John 18:33-37
-
- *Any of the Psalms and Lessons appointed in Proper 29 may be used
- instead.*
-
- 10. At Baptism:
- 15 *or* 23 *or* 27 *or* 42:1-7 *or* 84 *or* Canticle 9;
- Ezekiel 36:24-28[*]; Romans 6:3-5 *or* Romans 8:14-17 *or*
- 2 Corinthians 5:17-20; Mark 1:9-11 *or* Mark 10:13-16 *or* John 3:1-6
-
- *[*] Any of the other Old Testament Lessons for the Easter Vigil may be
- substituted.*
-
- <page 929>
-
- 11. At Confirmation:
- 1 *or* 139:1-9; Isaiah 61:1-9 *or* Jeremiah 31:31-34 *or*
- Ezekiel 37:1-10; Romans 8:18-27 *or* Romans 12:1-8 *or* Galatians 5:16-25
- *or* Ephesians 4:7,11-16; Matthew 5:1-12 *or* Matthew 16:24-27 *or*
- Luke 4:16-22 *or* John 14:15-21
-
- 12. Anniversary of the Dedication of a Church:
- 84 *or* 84:1-6; 1 Kings 8:22-30 *or* Genesis 28:10-17;
- 1 Peter 2:1-5,9-10; Matthew 21:12-16
-
- 13. For a Church Convention:
- 19:7-14; Isaiah 55:1-13; 2 Corinthians 4:1-10; John 15:1-11
-
- 14. For the Unity of the Church:
- 122; Isaiah 35:1-10; Ephesians 4:1-6; John 17:6a,15-23
-
- 15. For the Ministry I:
- 99 *or* 27:1-9; Numbers 11:16-17,24-29; 1 Corinthians 3:5-11;
- John 4:31-38
-
- 15. For the Ministry II:
- 63:1-8; 1 Samuel 3:1-10; Ephesians 4:11-16; Matthew 9:35-38
-
- 15. For the Ministry III:
- 15; Exodus 19:3-8; 1 Peter 4:7-11; Matthew 16:24-27
-
- <page 930>
-
- 16. For the Mission of the Church I:
- 96 *or* 96:1-7; Isaiah 2:2-4; Ephesians 2:13-22; Luke 10:1-9
-
- 16. For the Mission of the Church II:
- 67; Isaiah 49:5-13; Ephesians 3:1-12; Matthew 28:16-20
-
- 17. For the Nation:
- 47; Isaiah 26:1-8; Romans 13:1-10; Mark 12:13-17
-
- *The Psalm and any of the Lessons appointed for Independence Day may
- be used instead.*
-
- 18. For Peace:
- 85:7-13; Micah 4:1-5; Ephesians 2:13-18 *or* Colossians 3:12-15;
- John 16:23-33 *or* Matthew 5:43-48
-
- 19. For Rogation Days I:
- 147 *or* 147:1-13; Deuteronomy 11:10-15 *or* Ezekiel 47:6-12 *or*
- Jeremiah 14:1-9; Romans 8:18-25; Mark 4:26-32
-
- 19. For Rogation Days II:
- 107:1-9; Ecclesiasticus 38:27-32; 1 Corinthians 3:10-14; Matthew 6:19-24
-
- 19. For Rogation Days III:
- 104:25-37 *or* 104:1,13-15,25-32; Job 38:1-11,16-18;
- 1 Timothy 6:7-10,17-19; Luke 12:13-21
-
- <page 931>
-
- 20. For the Sick:
- 13 *or* 86:1-7; 2 Kings 20:1-5; James 5:13-16; Mark 2:1-12
-
- *Any of the Psalms and Lessons appointed at the Ministration to the
- Sick may be used instead.*
-
- 21. For Social Justice:
- 72 *or* 72:1-4,12-14; Isaiah 42:1-7; James 2:5-9,12-17; Matthew 10:32-42
-
- 22. For Social Service:
- 146 *or* 22:22-27; Zechariah 8:3-12,16-17; 1 Peter 4:7-11; Mark 10:42-52
-
- 23. For Education:
- 78:1-7; Deuteronomy 6:4-9,20-25; 2 Timothy 3:14--4:5; Matthew 11:25-30
-
- 24. For Vocation in Daily Work:
- 8; Ecclesiastes 3:1,9-13; 1 Peter 2:11-17; Matthew 5:19-24
-
- 25. For Labor Day:
- 107:1-9 *or* 90:1-2,16-17; Ecclesiasticus 38:27-32;
- 1 Corinthians 3:10-14; Matthew 5:19-24
-
- <page 932>
-
- <page 933>
-
-
-
- <Daily Office Lectionary>
-
- <page 934>
-
- *Concerning the Daily Office Lectionary*
-
- *The Daily Office Lectionary is arranged in a two-year cycle. Year One
- begins on the First Sunday of Advent preceding odd-numbered years, and
- Year Two begins on the First Sunday of Advent preceding even-numbered
- years. (Thus, on the First Sunday of Advent, 1976, the Lectionary for
- Year One is begun.)*
-
- *Three Readings are provided for each Sunday and weekday in each of the
- two years. Two of the Readings may be used in the morning and one in
- the evening; or, if the Office is read only once in the day, all three
- Readings may be used. When the Office is read twice in the day, it is
- suggested that the Gospel Reading be used in the evening in Year One,
- and in the morning in Year Two. If two Readings are desired at both
- Offices, the Old Testament Reading for the alternate year is used as the
- First Reading at Evening Prayer.*
-
- *When more than one Reading is used at an Office, the first is always
- from the Old Testament (or the Apocrypha).*
-
- *When a Major Feast interrupts the sequence of Readings, they may be re-
- ordered by lengthening, combining, or omitting some of them, to secure
- continuity or avoid repitition.*
-
- *Any Reading may be lengthened at discretion. Suggested lengthenings
- are shown in parentheses.*
-
- *In this Lectionary (except in the weeks from 4 Advent to 1 Epiphany,
- and Palm Sunday to 2 Easter), the Psalms are arranged in a seven-week
- pattern which recurs throughout the year, except for appropriate
- variations in Lent and Easter Season.*
-
- *In the citation of the Psalms, those for the morning are given first,
- and then those for the evening. At the discretion of the officiant,
- however, any of the Psalms appointed for a given day may be used in the
- morning or in the evening. Likewise, Psalms appointed for any day may
- be used on any other day in the same week, except on major Holy Days.*
-
- <page 935>
-
- *Brackets and parentheses are used (brackets in the case of whole
- Psalms, parentheses in the case of verses) to indicate Psalms and verses
- of Psalms which may be omitted. In some instances, the entire portion
- of the Psalter assigned to a given Office has been bracketed, and
- alternative Psalmody provided. Those who desire to recite the Psalter
- in its entirety should, in each instance, use the bracketed Psalms
- rather than the alternatives.*
-
- *Antiphons drawn from the Psalms themselves, or from the opening
- sentences given in the Offices, or from other passages of Scripture, may
- be used with the Psalms and biblical Canticles. The antiphons may be
- sung or said at the beginning and end of each Psalm or Canticle, or may
- be used as refrains after each verse or group of verses.*
-
- *On Special Occasions, the officiant may select suitable Psalms and
- Readings.*
-
- <page 936>
-
- <Year One>
-
- <Week of 1 Advent>
-
- Sunday: 146, 147; 111, 112, 113
- Isa. 1:1-9; 2 Pet. 3:1-10; Matt. 25:1-13
-
- Monday: 1, 2, 3; 4, 7
- Isa. 1:10-20; 1 Thess. 1:1-10; Luke 20:1-8
-
- Tuesday: 5, 6; 10, 11
- Isa. 1:21-31; 1 Thess. 2:1-12; Luke 20:9-18
-
- Wednesday: 119:1-24; 12, 13, 14
- Isa. 2:1-11; 1 Thess. 2:13-20; Luke 20:19-26
-
- Thursday: 18:1-20; 18:21-50
- Isa. 2:12-22; 1 Thess. 3:1-13; Luke 20:27-40
-
- Friday: 16, 17; 22
- Isa. 3:8-15; 1 Thess. 4:1-12; Luke 20:41-21:4
-
- Saturday: 20, 21:1-7(8-14); 110:1-5(6-7), 116, 117
- Isa. 4:2-6; 1 Thess. 4:13-18; Luke 21:5-19
-
-
- <Week of 2 Advent>
-
- Sunday: 148, 149, 150; 114, 115
- Isa. 5:1-7; 2 Pet. 3:11-18; Luke 7:28-35
-
- Monday: 25; 9, 15
- Isa. 5:8-12,18-23; 1 Thess. 5:1-11; Luke 21:20-28
-
- Tuesday: 26, 28; 36, 39
- Isa. 5:13-17, 24-25; 1 Thess. 5:12-28; Luke 21:29-38
-
- Wednesday: 38; 119:25-48
- Isa. 6:1-13; 2 Thess. 1:1-12; John 7:53-8:11
-
- Thursday: 37:1-18; 37:19-42
- Isa. 7:1-9; 2 Thess. 2:1-12; Luke 22:1-13
-
- Friday: 31; 35
- Isa. 7:10-25; 2 Thess. 2:13-3:5; Luke 22:14-30
-
- Saturday: 30, 32; 42, 43
- Isa. 8:1-15; 2 Thess. 3:6-18; Luke 22:31-38
-
-
- <Week of 3 Advent>
-
- Sunday: 63:1-8(9-11),98; 103
- Isa. 13:6-13; Heb. 12:18-29; John 3:22-30
-
- Monday: 41,52; 44
- Isa. 8:16-9:1; 2 Pet. 1:1-11; Luke 22:39-53
-
- Tuesday: 45; 47,48
- Isa. 9:1-7; 2 Pet. 1:12-21; Luke 22:54-69
-
- Wednesday: 119:49-72; 49,[53]
- Isa. 9:8-17; 2 Pet. 2:1-10a; Mark 1:1-8
-
- Thursday: 50; [59,60] *or* 33
- Isa. 9:18-10:4; 2 Pet. 2:10b-16; Matt. 3:1-12
-
- Friday: 40,54; 51
- Isa. 10:5-19; 2 Pet. 2:17-22; Matt. 11:2-15
-
- Saturday: 55; 138,139:1-17(18-23)
- Isa. 10:20-27; Jude 17-25; Luke 3:19
-
-
- <Week of 4 Advent>
-
- Sunday: 24,29; 8,84
- Isa. 42:1-12; Eph. 6:10-20; John 3:16-21
-
- Monday: 61,62; 112,115
- Isa. 11:1-9; Rev. 20:1-10; John 5:30-47
-
- Tuesday: 66,67; 116,117
- Isa. 11:10-16; Rev. 20:11-21:8; Luke 1:5-25
-
- Wednesday: 72; 111,113
- Isa. 28:9-22; Rev. 21:9-21; Luke 1:26-38
-
- Thursday: 80; 146,147
- Isa. 29:13-24; Rev. 21:22-22:5; Luke 1:39-48a(48b-56)
-
- Friday: 93, 96; 148,150
- Isa. 33:17-22; Rev. 22:6-11,18-20; Luke 1:57-66
-
- Dec. 24: 45,46;
- Isa. 35:1-10; Rev. 22:12-17,21; Luke 1:67-80
-
- Christmas Eve: ; 89:1-29
- Isa. 59:15b-21; Phil. 2:5-11
-
-
- <Christmas Day and Following>
-
- Christmas Day: 2,85; 110:1-1(6-7),132
- Zech. 2:10-13; 1 John 4:7-16; John 3:31-26
-
- First Sunday after Christmas: 93,96; 34
- Isa. 62:6-7,10-12; Heb 2: 10-18; Matt. 1:18-25
-
- Dec. 29: 18:1-20; 18:21-50[*]
- Isa. 12:1-6; Rev. 1:1-8; John 7:37-52
-
- [*] If today is Saturday, use Psalms 23 and 27 at Evening Prayer
-
- Dec. 30: 20, 21:1-7(8-14); 23,27
- Isa 25:1-9; Rev. 1:9-20; John 7:53-8:11
-
- Dec. 31: 46,48;
- Isa. 26:1-9; 2 Cor. 5:16-6:2; John 8:12-19
-
- Eve of Holy Name: ; 90
- Isa. 65:15b-25; Rev. 21:1-6
-
- Holy Name: 103; 148
- Gen. 17:1-12a,15-16; Col. 2:6-12; John 16:23b-30
-
- Second Sunday after Christmas: 66,67; 145
- Ecclus. 3:3-9,14-17; 1 John 2:12-17; John 6:41-47
-
- Jan. 2: 34; 33
- Gen. 12:1-7; Heb. 11:1-12; John 6:35-42,48-51
-
- Jan. 3: 68; 72[*]
- Gen. 28:10-22; Heb. 11:13-22; John 10:7-17
-
- Jan. 4: 85,87; 89:1-29 [**]
- Exod. 3:1-12; Heb. 11:23-31; John 14:6-14
-
- Jan. 5: 2, 110:1-5(6-7);
- Joshua 1:1-9; Heb. 11:32-12:2; John 15:1-16
-
- Eve of Epiphany: ; 29,98
- Isa. 66:18-23; Rom. 15:7-13
-
- [*] If today is Saturday, use Psalm 136 at Evening Prayer.
-
- [**] If today is Saturday, use Psalm 136 at Evening Prayer.
-
-
- <The Epiphany and Following>
-
- Epiphany: 46, 97 ; 96,100
- Isa. 52:7-10; Rev. 21:22-27; Matt. 12:14-21
-
- Jan. 7 [*]: 103; 114, 115
- Isa. 52:3-6; Rev. 2:1-7; John 2:1-11
-
- Jan. 8: 117, 118; 112, 113
- Isa. 59:15-21; Rev. 2:8-17; John 4:46-54
-
- Jan. 9: 121, 122, 123; 131, 132
- Isa. 63:1-5; Rev. 2:18-29; John 5:1-15
-
- Jan. 10: 138, 139:1-17(18-23); 147
- Isa. 65:1-9; Rev. 3:1-6; John 6:1-14
-
- Jan. 11: 148, 150; 91,92
- Isa. 65:13-16; Rev. 3:7-13; John 6:15-27
-
- Jan. 12: 98, 99, [100];
- Isa. 66:1-2,22-23; Rev. 3:14-22; John 9:1-12,35-38
-
- Eve of 1 Epiphany: ; 104
- Isa. 61:1-9; Gal. 3:23-29, 4:4-7
-
- [*] The Psalms and Readings for the dated days after the Epiphany
- are used only until the following Saturday Evening.
-
-
- <Week of 1 Epiphany>
-
- Sunday: 146, 147; 111, 112, 113
- Isa. 40:1-11; Heb. 1:1-12; John 1:1-7,19-20,29-34
-
- Monday: 1, 2, 3; 4, 7
- Isa. 40:12-23; Eph. 1:1-14; Mark 1:1-13
-
- Tuesday: 5, 6; 10, 11
- Isa. 40:25-31; Eph. 1:15-23; Mark 1:14-28
-
- Wednesday: 119:1-24; 12, 13, 14
- Isa. 41:1-16; Eph. 2:1-10; Mark 1:29-45
-
- Thursday: 18:1-20; 18:21-50
- Isa. 41:17-29; Eph. 2:11-22; Mark 2:1-12
-
- Friday: 16, 17; 22
- Isa. 42:(1-9)10-17; Eph. 3:1-13; Mark 2:13-22
-
- Saturday: 20, 21:1-7(8-14); 110:1-5(6-7), 116, 117
- Isa. 43:1-13; Eph. 3:14-21; Mark 2:23-3:6
-
-
- <Week of 2 Epiphany>
-
- Sunday: 148, 149, 150; 114, 115
- Isa. 43:14-44:5; Heb. 6:17-7:10; John 4:27-42
-
- Monday: 25; 9, 15
- Isa. 44:6-8,21-23; Eph. 4:1-16; Mark 3:7-19a
-
- Tuesday: 26, 28; 36, 39
- Isa. 44:9-20; Eph. 4:17-32; Mark 3:19b-35
-
- Wednesday: 38; 119:25-48
- Isa. 44:24-45:7; Eph. 5:1-14; Mark 4:1-20
-
- Thursday: 37:1-18; 37:19-42
- Isa. 45:5-17; Eph. 5:15-33; Mark 4:21-34
-
- Friday: 31; 35
- Isa. 45:18-25; Eph. 6:1-9; Mark 4:35-41
-
- Saturday: 30, 32; 42, 43
- Isa. 46:1-13; Eph. 6:10-24; Mark 5:1-20
-
-
- <Week of 3 Epiphany>
-
- Sunday: 63:1-8(9-11),98; 103
- Isa. 47:1-15; Heb. 10:19-31; John 5:2-18
-
- Monday: 41,52; 44
- Isa. 48:1-11; Gal. 1:1-17; Mark 5:21-43
-
- Tuesday: 45; 47,48
- Isa. 48:12-21; Gal. 1:18-2:10; Mark 6:1-13
-
- Wednesday: 119:49-72; 49,[53]
- Isa. 49:1-12; Gal. 2:11-21; Mark 6:13-29
-
- Thursday: 50; [59,60] *or* 118
- Isa. 49:13-23; Gal. 3:1-14; Mark 6:30-46
-
- Friday: 40,54; 51
- Isa. 50:1-11; Gal. 3:15-22; Mark 6:47-56
-
- Saturday: 55; 138,139:1-17(18-23)
- Isa. 51:1-8; Gal. 3:23-29; Mark 7:1-23
-
-
- <Week of 4 Epiphany>
-
- Sunday: 24, 29; 8, 84
- Isa. 51:9-16; Heb. 11:8-16; John 7:14-31
-
- Monday: 56, 57, [58]; 64, 65
- Isa. 51:17-23; Gal. 4:1-11; Mark 7:24-37
-
- Tuesday: 61, 62; 68:1-20(21-23)24-36
- Isa. 52:1-12; Gal. 4:12-20; Mark 8:1-10
-
- Wednesday: 72; 119:73-96
- Isa. 54:1-10(11-17); Gal. 4:21-31; Mark 8:11-26
-
- Thursday: [70], 71; 74
- Isa. 55:1-13; Gal. 5:1-15; Mark 8:27-9:1
-
- Friday: 69:1-23(24-30)31-38; 73
- Isa. 56:1-8; Gal. 5:16-24; Mark 9:2-13
-
- Saturday: 75, 76; 23, 27
- Isa. 57:3-13; Gal. 5:25-6:10; Mark 9:14-29
-
-
- <Week of 5 Epiphany>
-
- Sunday: 93, 96; 34
- Isa. 57:14-21; Heb. 12:1-6; John 7:37-46
-
- Monday: 80; 77, [79]
- Isa. 58:1-12; Gal. 6:11-18; Mark 9:30-41
-
- Tuesday: 78:1-39; 78:40-72
- Isa. 59:1-15a; 2 Tim. 1:1-14; Mark 9:42-50
-
- Wednesday: 119:97-120; 81, 82
- Isa. 59:15b-21; 2 Tim. 1:15-2:13; Mark 10:1-16
-
- Thursday: [83] *or* 146, 147; 85, 86
- Isa. 60:1-17; 2 Tim. 2:14-26; Mark 10:17-31
-
- Friday: 88; 91, 92
- Isa. 61:1-9; 2 Tim. 3:1-17; Mark 10:32-45
-
- Saturday: 87, 90; 136
- Isa. 61:10-62:5; 2 Tim. 4:1-8; Mark 10:46-52
-
-
- <Week of 6 Epiphany>
-
- Sunday: 66, 67; 19, 46
- Isa. 62:6-12; 1 John 2:3-11; John 8:12-19
-
- Monday: 89:1-18; 89:19-52
- Isa. 63:1-6; 1 Tim. 1:1-17; Mark 11:1-11
-
- Tuesday: 97, 99, [100]; 94, [95]
- Isa. 63:7-14; 1 Tim. 1:18-2:8; Mark 11:12-26
-
- Wednesday: 101, 109:1-4(5-19)20-30; 119:121-144
- Isa 63:15-64:9; 1 Tim. 3:1-16; Mark 11:27-12:12
-
- Thursday: 105:1-22; 105:23-45
- Isa. 65:1-12; 1 Tim. 4:1-16; Mark 12:13-27
-
- Friday: 102; 107:1-32
- Isa. 65:17-25; 1 Tim 5:17-22(23-25); Mark 12:28-34
-
- Saturday: 107:33-43, 108:1-6(7-13); 33
- Isa. 66:1-6; 1 Tim. 6:6-21; Mark 12:35-44
-
-
- <Week of 7 Epiphany>
-
- Sunday: 118; 145
- Isa. 66:7-14; 1 John 3:4-10; John 10:7-16
-
- Monday: 106:1-18; 106:19-48
- Ruth 1:1-14; 2 Cor. 1:1-11; Matt. 5:1-12
-
- Tuesday: [120], 121, 122, 123; 124, 125, 126, [127]
- Ruth 1:15-22; 2 Cor. 1:12-22; Matt. 5:13-20
-
- Wednesday: 119:145-176; 128, 129, 130
- Ruth 2:1-13; 2 Cor. 1:23-2:17; Matt. 5:21-26
-
- Thursday: 131, 132, [133]; 134, 135
- Ruth 2:14-23; 2 Cor. 3:1-18; Matt. 5:27-37
-
- Friday: 140, 142; 141, 143:1-11(12)
- Ruth 3:1-18; 2 Cor. 4:1-12; Matt. 5:38-48
-
- Saturday: 137:1-6(7-9), 144; 104
- Ruth 4:1-17; 2 Cor. 4:13-5:10; Matt. 6:1-16
-
-
- <Week of 8 Epiphany>
-
- Sunday: 146, 147; 111, 112, 113
- Deut. 4:1-9; 2 Tim. 4:1-8; John 12:1-8
-
- Monday: 1, 2, 3; 4, 7
- Deut. 4:9-14; 2 Cor. 10:1-18; Matt. 6:7-15
-
- Tuesday: 5, 6; 10, 11
- Deut. 4:15-24; 2 Cor. 11:1-21a; Matt. 6:16-23
-
- Wednesday: 119:1-24; 12, 13, 14
- Deut. 4:25-31; 2 Cor. 11:21b-33; Matt. 6:24-34
-
- Thursday: 18:1-20; 18:21-50
- Deut. 4:32-40; 2 Cor. 12:1-10; Matt. 7:1-12
-
- Friday: 16, 17; 22
- Deut. 5:1-22; 2 Cor. 12:11-21; Matt. 7:13-21
-
- Saturday: 20, 21:1-7(8-14); 110:1-5(6-7), 116, 117
- Deut. 5:22-33; 2 Cor. 13:1-14; Matt. 7:22-29
-
-
- <Week of Last Epiphany>
-
- Sunday: 148, 149, 150; 114, 115
- Deut. 6:1-9; Heb. 12:18-29; John 12:24-32
-
- Monday: 25; 9, 15
- Deut. 6:10-15; Heb 1:1-14; John 1:1-18
-
- Tuesday: 26, 28; 36, 39
- Deut. 6:16-25; Heb 2:1-10; John 1:19-28
-
- Ash Wednesday: 95[*] && 32,143; 102,130
- Jonah 3:1-4:11; Heb. 12:1-14; Luke 18:9-14
-
- Thursday: 37:1-18; 37:19-42
- Deut. 7:6-11; Titus 1:1-16; John 1:29-34
-
- Friday: 95[*] && 31; 35
- Deut. 7:12-16; Titus 2:1-15; John 1:35-42
-
- Saturday: 30, 32; 42, 43
- Deut. 7:17-26; Titus 3:1-15; John 1:43-51
-
- [*] For the Invitatory
-
-
- <Week of 1 Lent>
-
- Sunday: 63:1-8(9-11),98; 103
- Deut. 8:1-10; 1 Cor. 1:17-31; Mark 2:18-22
-
- Monday: 41,52; 44
- Deut. 8:11-20; Heb. 2:11-18; John 2:1-12
-
- Tuesday: 45; 47,48
- Deut. 9:4-12; Heb. 3:1-11; John 2:13-22
-
- Wednesday: 119:49-72; 49,[53]
- Deut. 9:13-21; Heb. 3:12-19; John 2:23-3:15
-
- Thursday: 50; [59,60] *or* 19, 46
- Deut. 9:23-10:5; Heb: 4:1-10; John 3:16-21
-
- Friday: 95[*] && 40,54; 51
- Deut. 10:12-22; Heb. 4:11-16; John 3:22-36
-
- Saturday: 55; 138,139:1-17(18-23)
- Deut. 11:18-28; Heb. 5:1-10; John 4:1-26
-
- [*] For the Invitatory
-
-
- <Week of 2 Lent>
-
- Sunday: 24, 29; 8, 84
- Jer. 1:1-10; 1 Cor. 3:11-23; Mark 3:31-4:9
-
- Monday: 56, 57, [58]; 64, 65
- Jer. 1:11-19; Rom. 1:1-15; John 4:27-42
-
- Tuesday: 61, 62; 68:1-20(21-23)24-36
- Jer. 2:1-13; Rom. 1:16-25; John 4:43-54
-
- Wednesday: 72; 119:73-96
- Jer. 3:6-18; Rom. 1:28-2:11; John 5:1-18
-
- Thursday: [70], 71; 74
- Jer. 4:9-10,19-28; Rom. 2:12-24; John 5:19-29
-
- Friday: 95[*] && 69:1-23(24-30)31-38; 73
- Jer. 5:1-9; Rom. 2:25-3:18; John 5:30-47
-
- Saturday: 75, 76; 23, 27
- Jer. 5:20-31; Rom. 3:19-31; John 7:1-13
-
- [*] For the Invitatory
-
-
- <Week of 3 Lent>
-
- Sunday: 93, 96; 34
- Jer. 6:9-15; 1 Cor. 6:12-20; Mark 5:1-20
-
- Monday: 80; 77, [79]
- Jer. 7:1-15; Rom. 4:1-12; John 7:14-36
-
- Tuesday: 78:1-39; 78:40-72
- Jer. 7:21-34; Rom. 4:13-25; John 7:37-52
-
- Wednesday: 119:97-120; 81, 82
- Jer. 8:18-9:6; Rom. 5:1-11; John 8:12-20
-
- Thursday: [83] *or* 42,43; 85, 86
- Jer. 10:11-24; Rom. 5:12-21; John 8:21-32
-
- Friday: 95[*] && 88; 91, 92
- Jer. 11:1-8,14-20; Rom. 6:1-11; John 8:33-47
-
- Saturday: 87, 90; 136
- Jer. 13:1-11; Rom. 6:12-23; John 8:47-59
-
- [*] For the Invitatory
-
-
- <Week of 4 Lent>
-
- Sunday: 66, 67; 19, 46
- Jer. 14:1-9,17-22; Gal. 4:21-5:1; Mark 8:11-21
-
- Monday: 89:1-18; 89:19-52
- Jer. 16:10-21; Rom. 7:1-12; John 6:1-15
-
- Tuesday: 97, 99, [100]; 94, [95]
- Jer. 17:19-27; Rom. 7:13-25; John 6:16-27
-
- Wednesday: 101, 109:1-4(5-19)20-30; 119:121-144
- Jer. 18:1-11; Rom. 8:1-11; John 6:27-40
-
- Thursday: 69:1-23(24-30)31-38; 73
- Jer. 22:13-23; Rom. 8:12-27; John 6:41-51
-
- Friday: 95[*] && 102; 107:1-32
- Jer. 23:1-8; Rom. 8:28-39; John 6:52-59
-
- Saturday: 107:33-43, 108:1-6(7-13); 33
- Jer. 23:9-15; Rom. 9:1-18; John 6:60-71
-
- [*] For the Inventory
-
-
- <Week of 5 Lent>
-
- Sunday: 118; 145
- Jer. 23:16-32; 1 Cor. 9:19-27; Mark 8:31-9:1
-
- Monday: 31; 35
- Jer. 24:1-10; Rom. 9:19-23; John 9:1-17
-
- Tuesday: [120], 121, 122, 123; 124, 125, 126, [127]
- Jer. 25:8-17; Rom. 10:1-13; John 9:18-41
-
- Wednesday: 119:145-176; 128, 129, 130
- Jer. 25:30-38; Rom. 10:14-21; John 10:1-18
-
- Thursday: 131, 132, [133]; 140, 142
- Jer. 26:1-16; Rom. 11:1-12; John 10:19-42
-
- Friday: 95[*] && 22; 141, 143:1-11(12)
- Jer. 29:1,4-13; Rom. 11:13-24; John 11:1-27 *or* 12:1-10
-
- Saturday: 137:1-6(7-9), 144; 42, 43
- Jer. 31:27-34; Rom. 11:25-36; John 11:28-44 *or* 12:37-50
-
- [*] For the Invitatory
-
-
- <Holy Week>
-
- Palm Sunday: 24, 29; 103
- Zech. 9:9-12[**] *or* Zech. 12:9-11,13:1,7-9[***]; 1 Tim. 6:12-16[**];
- Matt. 21:12-17[***]
-
- Monday: 51:1-18(19-20); 69:1-23
- Jer. 12:1-16; Phil. 3:1-14; John 12:9-19
-
- Tuesday: 6, 12; 94
- Jer. 15:10-21; Phil. 3:15-21; John 12:20-26
-
- Wednesday: 55; 74
- Jer. 17:5-10, 14-17; Phil. 4:1-13; John 12:27-26
-
- Maundy Thursday: 102; 142, 143
- Jer. 20:7-11; 1 Cor. 10:14-17, 11:27-32; John 17:1-11(12-26)
-
- Good Friday: 95[*] && 22; 40:1-14(15-19),54
- Wisdom 1:16-2:1,12-22 *or* Gen. 22:1-14; 1 Peter 1:10-20; John 13:36-
- 38[**] *or* John 19:38-42[***]
-
- Holy Saturday: 95[**] && 88; 27
- Job 19:21-27a; Heb. 4:1-16[**]; Rom. 8:1-11[***]
-
- [*] For the Invitatory
-
- [**] Intended for use in the morning
-
- [***] Intended for use in the evening
-
-
- <Easter Week>
-
- Easter Day: 148, 149, 150; 113, 114, *or* 118
- Exod. 12:1-14[**] *or* Isa. 51:9-11[***]; ; John 1:1-18[**] *or* Luke
- 24:13-35[***], *or* John 20:19-23[***]
-
- Monday: 93, 98; 66
- Jonah 2:1-9; Acts 2:14,22-32[*]; John 14:1-14
-
- Tuesday: 103; 111, 114
- Isa. 30:18-21; Acts 2:26-41(42-47)[*]; John 14:15-31
-
- Wednesday: 97, 99; 115
- Micah 7:7-15; Acts 3:1-10[*]; John 15:1-11
-
- Thursday: 146, 147; 148, 149
- Ezek. 37:1-14; Acts 3:11-26[*]; John 15:12-27
-
- Friday: 136; 118
- Dan. 12:1-4,13; Acts 4:1-12[*]; John 16:1-15
-
- Saturday: 145; 104
- Isa. 25:1-9; Acts 4:13-21(22-31)[*]; John 16:16-33
-
- [*] Duplicates the First Lesson at the Eucharist. Readings from Year
- Two may be substituted.
-
- [**] Intended for use in the morning
-
- [***] Intended for use in the evening
-
-
- <Week of 2 Easter>
-
- Sunday: 146, 147; 111, 112, 113
- Isa. 43:8-13; 1 Pet. 2:2-10; John 14:1-7
-
- Monday: 1, 2, 3; 4, 7
- Dan. 1:1-21; 1 John 1:1-10; John 17:1-11
-
- Tuesday: 5, 6; 10, 11
- Dan. 2:1-16; 1 John 2:1-11; John 17:12-19
-
- Wednesday: 119:1-24; 12, 13, 14
- Dan. 2:17-30; 1 John 2:12-17; John 17:20-26
-
- Thursday: 18:1-20; 18:21-50
- Dan. 2:31-49; 1 John 2:18-29; Luke 3:1-14
-
- Friday: 16, 17; 134, 135
- Dan 3:1-18; 1 John 3:1-10; Luke 3:15-22
-
- Saturday: 20, 21:1-7(8-14); 110:1-5(6-7), 116, 117
- Dan. 3:19-30; 1 John 3:11-18; Luke 4:1-13
-
-
- <Week of 3 Easter>
-
- Sunday: 148, 149, 150; 114, 115
- Dan. 4:1-18; 1 Pet. 4:7-11; John 21:15-25
-
- Monday: 25; 9, 15
- Dan.4:19-27; 1 John 3:19-4:6; Luke 4:14-30
-
- Tuesday: 26, 28; 36, 39
- Dan. 4:28-37; 1 John 4:7-21; Luke 4:31-37
-
- Wednesday: 38; 119:25-48
- Dan. 5:1-12; 1 John 5:1-12; Luke 4:38-44
-
- Thursday: 37:1-18; 37:19-42
- Dan. 5:13-30; 1 John 5:13-20(21); Luke 5:1-11
-
- Friday: 105:1-22; 105:23-45
- Dan. 6:1-15; 2 John 1-13; Luke 5:12-26
-
- Saturday: 30, 32; 42, 43
- Dan. 6:16-28; 3 John 1-15; Luke 5:27-39
-
-
- <Week of 4 Easter>
-
- Sunday: 63:1-8(9-11),98; 103
- Wisdom 1:1-15; 1 Pet. 5:1-11; Matt. 7:15-29
-
- Monday: 41,52; 44
- Wisdom 1:16-2:11,21-24; Col. 1:1-14; Luke 6:1-11
-
- Tuesday: 45; 47,48
- Wisdom 3:1-9; Col 1:15-23; Luke 6:12-26
-
- Wednesday: 119:49-72; 49,[53]
- Wisdom 4:16-5:8; Col. 1:24-2:7; Luke 6:27-38
-
- Thursday: 50; [59,60] *or* 114, 115
- Wisdom 5:9-23; Col. 2:8-23; Luke 6:39-49
-
- Friday: 40,54; 51
- Wisdom 6:12-23; Col 3:1-11; Luke 7:1-17
-
- Saturday: 55; 138,139:1-17(18-23)
- Wisdom 7:1-14; Col. 3:12-17; Luke 7:18-28(29-30)31-35
-
-
- <Week of 5 Easter>
-
- Sunday: 24, 29; 8, 84
- Wisdom 7:22-8:1; 2 Thess. 2:13-17; Matt. 7:7-14
-
- Monday: 56, 57, [58]; 64, 65
- Wisdom 9:1,7-18; Col. (3:18-4:1)2-18; Luke 7:36-50
-
- Tuesday: 61, 62; 68:1-20(21-23)24-36
- Wisdom 10:1-4(5-12)13-21; Rom. 12:1-21; Luke 8:1-15
-
- Wednesday: 72; 119:73-96
- Wisdom 13:1-9; Rom 13:1-14; Luke 8:16-25
-
- Thursday: [70], 71; 74
- Wisdom 14:27-15:3; Rom. 14:1-12; Luke 8:26-39
-
- Friday: 106:1-18; 106:19-48
- Wisdom 16:15-17:1; Rom. 14:13-23; Luke 8:40-56
-
- Saturday: 75, 76; 23, 27
- Wisdom 19:1-8,18-22; Rom. 15:1-13; Luke 9:1-17
-
-
- <Week of 6 Easter>
-
- Sunday: 93, 96; 34
- Ecclus. 43:1-12,27-32; 1 Tim. 3:14-4:5; Matt. 13:24-34a
-
- Monday: 80; 77, [79]
- Deut. 8:1-10; James 1:1-15; Luke 9:18-27
-
- Tuesday: 78:1-39; 78:40-72
- Deut. 8:11-20; James 1:16-27; Luke 11:1-13
-
- Wednesday: 119:97-120;
- Baruch 3:24-37; James 5:13-18; Luke 12:22-31
-
- Eve of Ascension: ; 68:1-20
- 2 Kings 2:1-15; Rev. 5:1-14
-
- Ascension Day: 8, 47; 24, 96
- Ezek. 1:1-14,24-28b; Heb. 2:5-18; Matt. 28:16-20
-
- Friday: 85, 86; 91, 92
- Ezek. 1:28-3:3; Heb. 4:14-5:6; Luke 9:28-36
-
- Saturday: 87, 90; 136
- Ezek. 3:4-17; Heb. 5:7-14; Luke 9:37-50
-
-
- <Week of 7 Easter>
-
- Sunday: 66, 67; 19, 46
- Ezek. 3:16-27; Eph. 2:1-10; Matt. 10:24-33,40-42
-
- Monday: 89:1-18; 89:19-52
- Ezek. 4:1-17; Heb. 6:1-12; Luke 9:51-62
-
- Tuesday: 97, 99, [100]; 94, [95]
- Ezek. 7:10-15,23b-27; Heb. 6:13-20; Luke 10:1-17
-
- Wednesday: 101, 109:1-4(5-19)20-30; 119:121-144
- Ezek. 11:14-25; Heb. 7:1-17; Luke 10:17-24
-
- Thursday: 105:1-22; 105:23-45
- Ezek. 18:1-4,19-32; Heb. 7:18-28; Luke 10:25-37
-
- Friday: 102; 107:1-32
- Ezek. 34:17-31; Heb. 8:1-13; Luke 10:38-42
-
- Saturday: 107:33-43, 108:1-6(7-13);
- Ezek. 43:1-12; Heb. 9:1-14; Luke 11:14-23
-
- Eve of Pentecost: ; 33
- Exod. 19:3-8a,16-20; 1 Pet. 2:4-10
-
- The Day of Pentecost: 118; 145
- Isa. 11:1-9; 1 Cor. 2:1-13; John 14:21-29
-
- *On the weekdays which follow, the Readings are taken from
- the numbered Proper (one through six) which corresponds
- most closely to the date of Pentecost.*
-
- Eve of Trinity Sunday: ; 104
- Ecclus. 42:15-25; Eph. 3:14-21
-
- Trinity Sunday: 146, 147; 111, 112, 113
- Ecclus. 43:1-12(27-33); Eph. 4:1-16; John 1:1-18
-
- *On the weekdays which follow, the Readings are taken from
- the numbered Proper (two through seven) which corresponds
- most closely to the date of Trinity Sunday.*
-
-
- <The Season after Pentecost>
-
- *Directions for the use of the Propers are on page 158.*
-
-
- <Proper 1> =Week of the Sunday closest to May 11=
-
- Monday: 106:1-18; 106:19-48
- Isa. 63:7-14; 2 Tim. 1:1-14; Luke 11:24-36
-
- Tuesday: [120], 121, 122, 123; 124, 125, 126, [127]
- Isa. 63:15-64:9; 2 Tim. 1:15-2:13; Luke 11:37-52
-
- Wednesday: 119:145-176; 128, 129, 130
- Isa. 65:1-12; 2 Tim. 2:14-26; Luke 11:53-12:12
-
- Thursday: 131, 132, [133]; 134, 135
- Isa. 65:17-25; 2 Tim. 3:1-17; Luke 12:13-31
-
- Friday: 140, 142; 141, 143:1-11(12)
- Isa. 66:1-6; 2 Tim. 4:1-8; Luke 12:32-48
-
- Saturday: 137:1-6(7-9), 144; 104
- Isa. 66:7-14; 2 Tim. 4:9-22; Luke 12:49-59
-
-
- <Proper 2> =Week of the Sunday closest to May 11=
-
- Monday: 1, 2, 3; 4, 7
- Ruth 1:1-18; 1 Tim. 1:1-17; Luke 13:1-9
-
- Tuesday: 5, 6; 10, 11
- Ruth 1:19-2:13; 1 Tim. 1:18-2:8; Luke 13:10-17
-
- Wednesday: 119:1-24; 12, 13, 14
- Ruth 2:14-23; 1 Tim. 3:1-16; Luke 13:18-30
-
- Thursday: 18:1-20; 18:21-50
- Ruth 3:1-18; 1 Tim. 4:1-16; Luke 13:31-35
-
- Friday: 16, 17; 22
- Ruth 4:1-17; 1 Tim. 5:17-22(23-25); Luke 14:1-11
-
- Saturday: 20, 21:1-7(8-14); 110:1-5(6-7), 116, 117
- Deut. 1:1-8; 1 Tim. 6:6-21; Luke 14:12-24
-
-
- <Proper 3> =Week of the Sunday closest to May 25=
-
- Sunday: 148, 149, 150; 114, 115
- Deut. 4:1-9; Rev. 7:1-4,9-17; Matt. 12:33-45
-
- Monday: 25; 9, 15
- Deut. 4:9-14; 2 Cor. 1:1-11; Luke 14:25-35
-
- Tuesday: 26, 28; 36, 39
- Deut. 4:15-24; 2 Cor. 1:12-22; Luke 15:1-10
-
- Wednesday: 38; 119:25-48
- Deut. 4:25-31; 2 Cor. 1:23-2:17; Luke 15:1-2,11-32
-
- Thursday: 37:1-18; 37:19-42
- Deut. 4:32-40; 2 Cor. 3:1-18; Luke 16:1-9
-
- Friday: 31; 35
- Deut. 5:1-22; 2 Cor. 4:1-12; Luke 16:10-17(18)
-
- Saturday: 30, 32; 42, 43
- Deut. 5:22-33; 2 Cor. 4:13-5:10; Luke 16:19-31
-
-
- <Proper 4> =Week of the Sunday closest to May 11=
-
- Sunday: 63:1-8(9-11),98; 103
- Deut. 11:1-12; Rev. 10:1-11; Matt. 13:44-58
-
- Monday: 41,52; 44
- Deut. 11:13-19; 2 Cor 5:11-6:2; Luke 17:1-10
-
- Tuesday: 45; 47,48
- Deut. 12:1-12; 2 Cor. 6:3-13(14-7:1); Luke 17:11-19
-
- Wednesday: 119:49-72; 49,[53]
- Deut. 13:1-11; 2 Cor. 7:2-16; Luke 17:20-37
-
- Thursday: 50; [59,60] *or* 8, 84
- Deut. 16:18-20, 17:14-20; 2 Cor. 8:1-16; Luke 18:1-8
-
- Friday: 40, 54; 51
- Deut. 26:1-11; 2 Cor. 8:16-24; Luke 18:9-14
-
- Saturday: 55; 138,139:1-17(18-23)
- Deut. 29:2-15; 2 Cor. 9:1-15; Luke 18:15-30
-
-
- <Proper 5> =Week of the Sunday closest to June 8=
-
- Sunday: 24, 29; 8, 84
- Deut. 29:16-29; Rev. 12:1-12; Matt. 15:29-39
-
- Monday: 56, 57, [58]; 64, 65
- Deut. 30:1-10; 2 Cor. 10:1-18; Luke 18:31-43
-
- Tuesday: 61, 62; 68:1-20(21-23)24-36
- Deut. 30:11-20; 2 Cor. 11:1-21a; Luke 19:1-10
-
- Wednesday: 72; 119:73-96
- Deut. 31:30-32:14; 2 Cor. 11:21b-33; Luke 19:11-27
-
- Thursday: [70], 71; 74
- Ecclus. 44:19-45:5; 2 Cor. 12:1-10; Luke 19:28-40
-
- Friday: 69:1-23(24-30)31-38; 73
- Ecclus. 45:6-16; 2 Cor. 12:11-21; Luke 19:41-48
-
- Saturday: 75, 76; 23, 27
- Ecclus. 46:1-10; 2 Cor. 13:1-14; Luke 20:1-8
-
-
- <Proper 6> =Week of the Sunday closest to June 15=
-
- Sunday: 93, 96; 34
- Ecclus. 46:11-20; Rev. 15:1-8; Matt. 18:1-14
-
- Monday: 80; 77, [79]
- 1 Samuel 1:1-20; Acts 1:1-14; Luke 20:9-19
-
- Tuesday: 78:1-39; 78:40-72
- 1 Samuel 1:21-2:11; Acts 1:15-26; Luke 20:19-26
-
- Wednesday: 119:97-120; 81, 82
- 1 Samuel 2:12-26; Acts 2:1-21; Luke 20:27-40
-
- Thursday: [83] *or* 34; 85, 86
- 1 Samuel 2:27-36; Acts 2:22-36; Luke 20:41-21:4
-
- Friday: 88; 91, 92
- 1 Samuel 3:1-21; Acts 2:37-47; Luke 21:5-19
-
- Saturday: 87, 90; 136
- 1 Samuel 4:1b-11; Acts 4:32-5:11; Luke 21:20-28
-
-
- <Proper 7> =Week of the Sunday closest to June 22=
-
- Sunday: 66, 67; 19, 46
- 1 Samuel 4:12-22; James 1:1-18; Matt. 19:23-30
-
- Monday: 89:1-18; 89:19-52
- 1 Samuel 5:1-12; Acts 5:12-26; Luke 21:29-36
-
- Tuesday: 97, 99, [100]; 94, [95]
- 1 Samuel 6:1-16; Acts 5:27-42; Luke 21:37-22:13
-
- Wednesday: 101, 109:1-4(5-19)20-30; 119:121-144
- 1 Samuel 7:2-17; Acts 6:1-15; Luke 22:14-23
-
- Thursday: 105:1-22; 105:23-45
- 1 Samuel 8:1-22; Acts 6:15-7:16; Luke 22:24-30
-
- Friday: 102; 107:1-32
- 1 Samuel 9:1-14; Acts 7:17-29; Luke 22:31-38
-
- Saturday: 107:33-43, 108:1-6(7-13); 33
- 1 Samuel 9:15-10:1; Acts 7:30-43; Luke 22:39-51
-
-
- <Proper 8> =Week of Sunday closest to June 29
-
- Sunday: 118; 145
- 1 Samuel 10:1-16; Rom. 4:13-25; Matt. 21:23-32
-
- Monday: 106:1-18; 106:19-48
- 1 Samuel 10:17-27; Acts 7:44-8:1a; Luke 22:52-62
-
- Tuesday: [120], 121, 122, 123; 124, 125, 126, [127]
- 1 Samuel 11:1-15; Acts 8:1-13; Luke 22:63-71
-
- Wednesday: 119:145-176; 128, 129, 130
- 1 Samuel 12:1-6,16-25; Acts 8:14-25; Luke 23:1-12
-
- Thursday: 131, 132, [133]; 134, 135
- 1 Samuel 13:5-18; Acts 8:26-40; Luke 23:13-25
-
- Friday: 140, 142; 141, 143:1-11(12)
- 1 Samuel 13:19-14:15; Acts 9:1-9; Luke 23:26-31
-
- Saturday: 137:1-6(7-9), 144; 104
- 1 Samuel 14:16-30; Acts 9:10-19a; Luke 23:32-43
-
-
- <Proper 9> =Week of the Sunday closest to July 6=
-
- Sunday: 146, 147; 111, 112, 113
- 1 Samuel 14:36-45; Rom. 5:1-11; Matt. 22:1-14
-
- Monday: 1, 2, 3; 4, 7
- 1 Samuel 15:1-3,7-23; Acts 9:19b-31; Luke 23:44-56a
-
- Tuesday: 5, 6; 10, 11
- 1 Samuel 15:24-35; Acts 9:32-43; Luke 23:56b-24:11
-
- Wednesday: 119:1-24; 12, 13, 14
- 1 Samuel 16:1-13; Acts 10:1-16; Luke 24:12-35
-
- Thursday: 18:1-20; 18:21-50
- 1 Samuel 16:14-17:11; Acts 10:17-33; Luke 24:36-53
-
- Friday: 16, 17; 22
- 1 Samuel 17:17-30; Acts 10:34-48; Mark 1:1-13
-
- Saturday: 20, 21:1-7(8-14); 110:1-5(6-7), 116, 117
- 1 Samuel 17:31-49; Acts 11:1-18; Mark 1:14-28
-
-
- <Proper 10> =Week of the Sunday closest to July 13=
-
- Sunday: 148, 149, 150; 114, 115
- 1 Samuel 17:50-18:4; Rom. 10:4-17; Matt. 23:29-39
-
- Monday: 25; 9, 15
- 1 Samuel 18:5-16,27b-30; Acts 11:19-30; Mark 1:29-45
-
- Tuesday: 26, 28; 36, 39
- 1 Samuel 19:1-18; Acts 12:1-17; Mark 2:1-12
-
- Wednesday: 38; 119:25-48
- 1 Samuel 20:1-23; Acts 12:18-25; Mark 2:13-22
-
- Thursday: 37:1-18; 37:19-42
- 1 Samuel 20:24-42; Acts 13:1-12; Mark 2:23-3:6
-
- Friday: 31; 35
- 1 Samuel 21:1-15; Acts 13:13-25; Mark 3:7-19a
-
- Saturday: 30, 32; 42, 43
- 1 Samuel 22:1-23; Acts 23:26-43; Mark 3:19b-35
-
-
- <Proper 11> =Week of the Sunday closest to July 20=
-
- Sunday: 63:1-8(9-11),98; 103
- 1 Samuel 23:7-18; Rom. 11:33-12:2; Matt. 25:14-30
-
- Monday: 41,52; 44
- 1 Samuel 24:1-22; Acts 13:44-52; Mark 4:1-20
-
- Tuesday: 45; 47,48
- 1 Samuel 25:1-22; Acts 14:1-18; Mark 4:21-34
-
- Wednesday: 119:49-72; 49,[53]
- 1 Samuel 25:23-44; Acts 14:19-28; Mark 4:35-41
-
- Thursday: 50; [59,60] *or* 66, 67
- 1 Samuel 28:3-20; Acts 15:1-11; Mark 5:1-20
-
- Friday: 40,54; 51
- 1 Samuel 31:1-13; Acts 15:12-21; Mark 5:21-43
-
- Saturday: 55; 138,139:1-17(18-23)
- 2 Samuel 1:1-16; Acts 15:22-35; Mark 6:1-13
-
-
- <Proper 12> =Week of the Sunday closest to July 27=
-
- Sunday: 24, 29; 8, 84
- 2 Samuel 1:17-27; Rom. 12:9-21; Matt. 25:31-46
-
- Monday: 56, 57, [58]; 64, 65
- 2 Samuel 2:1-11; Acts 15:36-16:5; Mark 6:14-29
-
- Tuesday: 61, 62; 68:1-20(21-23)24-36
- 2 Samuel 3:6-21; Acts 16:6-15; Mark 6:30-46
-
- Wednesday: 72; 119:73-96
- 2 Samuel 3:22-39; Acts 16:16-24; Mark 6:47-56
-
- Thursday: [70], 71; 74
- 2 Samuel 4:1-12; Acts 16:25-40; Mark 7:1-23
-
- Friday: 69:1-23(24-30)31-38; 73
- 2 Samuel 5:1-12; Acts 17:1-15; Mark 7:24-37
-
- Saturday: 75, 76; 23, 27
- 2 Samuel 5:22-6:11; Acts 17:16-34; Mark 8:1-10
-
-
- <Proper 13> =Week of the Sunday closest to August 3=
-
- Sunday: 93, 96; 34
- 2 Samuel 6:12-23; Rom. 4:7-12; John 1:43-51
-
- Monday: 80; 77, [79]
- 2 Samuel 7:1-17; Acts 18:1-11; Mark 8:11-21
-
- Tuesday: 78:1-39; 78:40-72
- 2 Samuel 7:18-29; Acts 18:12-28; Mark 8:22-33
-
- Wednesday: 119:97-120; 81, 82
- 2 Samuel 9:1-13; Acts 19:1-10; Mark 8:34-9:1
-
- Thursday: [83] *or* 145; 85, 86
- 2 Samuel 11:1-27; Acts 19:11-20; Mark 9:2-13
-
- Friday: 88; 91, 92
- 2 Samuel 12:1-14; Acts 19:21-41; Mark 9:14-29
-
- Saturday: 87, 90; 136
- 2 Samuel 12:15-31; Acts 20:1-16; Mark 9:30-41
-
-
- <Proper 14> =Week of the Sunday closest to August 10=
-
- Sunday: 66, 67; 19, 46
- 2 Samuel 13:1-22; Rom. 15:1-13; John 3:22-36
-
- Monday: 89:1-18; 89:19-52
- 2 Samuel 13:23-39; Acts 20:17-38; Mark 9:42-50
-
- Tuesday: 97, 99, [100]; 94, [95]
- 2 Samuel 14:1-20; Acts 21:1-14; Mark 10:1-16
-
- Wednesday: 101, 109:1-4(5-19)20-30; 119:121-144
- 2 Samuel 14:21-33; Acts 21:15-26; Mark 10:17-31
-
- Thursday: 105:1-22; 105:23-45
- 2 Samuel 15:1-18; Acts 21:27-36; Mark 10:32-45
-
- Friday: 102; 107:1-32
- 2 Samuel 15:19-37; Acts 21:37-22:16; Mark 10:46-52
-
- Saturday: 107:33-43, 108:1-6(7-13); 33
- 2 Samuel 16:1-23; Acts 22:17-29; Mark 11:1-11
-
-
- <Proper 15> =Week of the Sunday closest to August 17=
-
- Sunday: 118; 145
- 2 Samuel 17:1-23; Gal. 3:6-14; John 5:30-47
-
- Monday: 106:1-18; 106:19-48
- 2 Samuel 17:24-18:8; Acts 22:30-23:11; Mark 11:12-26
-
- Tuesday: [120], 121, 122, 123; 124, 125, 126, [127]
- 2 Samuel 18:9-18; Acts 23:12-24; Mark 11:27-12:12
-
- Wednesday: 119:145-176; 128, 129, 130
- 2 Samuel 18:19-23; Acts 23:23-35; Mark 12:13-27
-
- Thursday: 131, 132, [133]; 134, 135
- 2 Samuel 19:1-23; Acts 24:1-23; Mark 12:28-34
-
- Friday: 140, 142; 141, 143:1-11(12)
- 2 Samuel 19:24-43; Acts 24:24-25:12; Mark 12:35-44
-
- Saturday: 137:1-6(7-9), 144; 104
- 2 Samuel 23:1-17,13-17; Acts 25:13-27; Mark 13:1-13
-
-
- <Proper 16> =Week of the Sunday closest to August 24=
-
- Sunday: 146, 147; 111, 112, 113
- 2 Samuel 24:1-2,10-25; Gal. 3:23-4:7; John 8:12-20
-
- Monday: 1, 2, 3; 4, 7
- 1 Kings 1:5-31; Acts 26:1-23; Mark 13:14-27
-
- Tuesday: 5, 6; 10, 11
- 1 Kings 1:38-2:4; Acts 26:24-27:8; Mark 13:28-37
-
- Wednesday: 119:1-24; 12, 13, 14
- 1 Kings 3:1-15; Acts 27:9-26; Mark 14:1-11
-
- Thursday: 18:1-20; 18:21-50
- 1 Kings 3:16-28; Acts 27:27-44; Mark 14:12-26
-
- Friday: 16, 17; 22
- 1 Kings 5:1-6:1,7; Acts 28:1-16; Mark 14:27-42
-
- Saturday: 20, 21:1-7(8-14); 110:1-5(6-7), 116, 117
- 1 Kings 7:51-8:21; Acts 28:17-31; Mark 14:43-52
-
-
- <Proper 17> =Week of the Sunday closest to August 31=
-
- Sunday: 148, 149, 150; 114, 115
- 1 Kings 8:22-30(31-40); 1 Tim. 4:7b-16; John 8:47-59
-
- Monday: 25; 9, 15
- 2 Chron. 6:32-7:7; James 2:1-13; Mark 14:53-65
-
- Tuesday: 26, 28; 36, 39
- 1 Kings 8:65-9:9; James 2:14-26; Mark 14:66-72
-
- Wednesday: 38; 119:25-48
- 1 Kings 9:24-10:13; James 3:1-12; Mark 15:1-11
-
- Thursday: 37:1-18; 37:19-42
- 1 Kings 11:1-13; James 3:13-4:12; Mark 15:12-21
-
- Friday: 31; 35
- 1 Kings 11:26-43; James 4:13-5:6; Mark 15:22-32
-
- Saturday: 30, 32; 42, 43
- 1 Kings 12:1-20; James 5:7-12,19-20; Mark 15:33-39
-
-
- <Proper 18> =Week of the Sunday closest to September 7=
-
- Sunday: 63:1-8(9-11), 98; 103
- 1 Kings 12:21-33; Acts 4:18-31; John 10:31-42
-
- Monday: 41, 52; 44
- 1 Kings 13:1-10; Phil. 1:1-11; Mark 15:40-47
-
- Tuesday: 45; 47, 48
- 1 Kings 16:23-34; Phil. 1:12-30; Mark 16:1-8(9-20)
-
- Wednesday: 119:49-72; 49,[53]
- 1 Kings 17:1-24; Phil. 2:1-11; Matt. 2:1-12
-
- Thursday: 50; [59,60] *or* 93, 96
- 1 Kings 18:1-19; Phil. 2:12-30; Matt. 2:13-23
-
- Friday: 40,54; 51
- 1 Kings 18:20-40; Phil. 3:1-16; Matt. 3:1-12
-
- Saturday: 55; 138,139:1-17(18-23)
- 1 Kings 18:41-19:8; Phil. 3:17-4:7; Matt. 3:13-17
-
-
- <Proper 19> =Week of the Sunday closest to September 14=
-
- Sunday: 24, 29; 8, 84
- 1 Kings 19:8-21; Acts 5:34-42; John 11:45-47
-
- Monday: 56, 57, [58]; 64, 65
- 1 Kings 21:1-16; 1 Cor. 1:1-19; Matt. 4:1-11
-
- Tuesday: 61, 62; 68:1-20(21-23)24-36
- 1 Kings 21:17-29; 1 Cor. 1:20-31; Matt. 4:12-17
-
- Wednesday: 72; 119:73-96
- 1 Kings 22:1-28; 1 Cor. 2:1-13; Matt. 4:18-25
-
- Thursday: [70], 71; 74
- 1 Kings 22:29-45; 1 Cor. 2:14-3:15; Matt. 5:1-10
-
- Friday: 69:1-23(24-30)31-38; 73
- 2 Kings 1:2-17; 1 Cor. 3:16-23; Matt. 5:11-16
-
- Saturday: 75, 76; 23, 27
- 2 Kings 2:1-18; 1 Cor. 4:1-7; Matt. 5:17-20
-
-
- <Proper 20> =Week of the Sunday closest to September 21=
-
- Sunday: 93, 96; 34
- 2 Kings 4:8-37; Acts 9:10-31; Luke 3:7-18
-
- Monday: 80; 77, [79]
- 2 Kings 5:1-19; 1 Cor. 4:8-21; Matt. 5:21-26
-
- Tuesday: 78:1-39; 78:40-72
- 2 Kings 5:19-27; 1 Cor. 5:1-8; Matt. 5:27-37
-
- Wednesday: 119:97-120; 81, 82
- 2 Kings 6:1-23; 1 Cor. 5:9-6:8; Matt. 5:38-48
-
- Thursday: [83] *or* 146, 147; 85, 86
- 2 Kings 9:1-16; 1 Cor. 6:12-20; Matt. 6:1-6,16-18
-
- Friday: 88; 91, 92
- 2 Kings 9:17-37; 1 Cor. 7:1-9; Matt. 6:7-15
-
- Saturday: 87, 90; 136
- 2 Kings 11:1-20a; 1 Cor. 7:10-24; Matt. 6:19-24
-
-
- <Proper 21> =Week of the Sunday closest to September 28=
-
- Sunday: 66, 67; 19, 46
- 2 Kings 17:1-18; Acts 9:36-43; Luke 5:1-11
-
- Monday: 89:1-18; 89:19-52
- 2 Kings 17:24-41; 1 Cor. 7:25-31; Matt. 6:25-34
-
- Tuesday: 97, 99, [100]; 94, [95]
- 2 Chron. 29:1-3,30:1(2-9)10-27; 1 Cor. 7:32-40; Matt. 7:1-12
-
- Wednesday: 101, 109:1-4(5-19)20-30; 119:121-144
- 2 Kings 18:9-25; 1 Cor. 8:1-13; Matt. 7:13-21
-
- Thursday: 105:1-22; 105:23-45
- 2 Kings 18:28-37; 1 Cor. 9:1-15; Matt. 7:22-29
-
- Friday: 102; 107:1-32
- 2 Kings 19:1-20; 1 Cor. 9:16-27; Matt. 8:1-17
-
- Saturday: 107:33-43, 108:1-6(7-13); 33
- 2 Kings 19:21-36; 1 Cor. 10:1-13; Matt:8:18-27
-
-
- <Proper 22> =Week of the Sunday closest to October 5=
-
- Sunday: 118; 145
- 2 Kings 20:1-21; Acts 12:1-17; Luke 7:11-17
-
- Monday: 106:1-18; 106:19-48
- 2 Kings 21:1-18; 1 Cor. 10:14-11:1; Matt. 8:28-34
-
- Tuesday: [120], 121, 122, 123; 124, 125, 126, [127]
- 2 Kings 22:1-13; 1 Cor. 11:2,17-22; Matt. 9:1-8
-
- Wednesday: 119:145-176; 128, 129, 130
- 2 Kings 22:14-23:3; 1 Cor. 11:23-34; Matt. 9:9-17
-
- Thursday: 131, 132, [133]; 134, 135
- 2 Kings 23:4-25; 1 Cor. 12:1-11; Matt. 9:18-26
-
- Friday: 140, 142; 141, 143:1-11(12)
- 2 Kings 23:36-24:17; 1 Cor. 12:12-26; Matt. 9:27-34
-
- Saturday: 137:1-6(7-9), 144; 104
- Jer. 35:1-19; 1 Cor. 12:27-13:3; Matt. 9:35-10:4
-
-
- <Proper 23> =Week of the Sunday closest to October 12=
-
- Sunday: 146, 147; 111, 112, 113
- Jer. 36:1-10; Acts 14:8-18; Luke 7:36-50
-
- Monday: 1, 2, 3; 4, 7
- Jer. 36:11-26; 1 Cor. 13:(1-3)4-13; Matt. 10:5-15
-
- Tuesday: 5, 6; 10, 11
- Jer. 36:27-37:2; 1 Cor. 14:1-12; Matt. 10:16-23
-
- Wednesday: 119:1-24; 12, 13, 14
- Jer. 37:3-21; 1 Cor. 14:13-25; Matt. 10:24-33
-
- Thursday: 18:1-20; 18:21-50
- Jer. 38:1-13; 1 Cor. 14:26-33a,37-40; Matt. 10:34-42
-
- Friday: 16, 17; 22
- Jer. 38:14-28; 1 Cor. 15:1-11; Matt. 11:1-6
-
- Saturday: 20, 21:1-7(8-14); 110:1-5(6-7), 116, 117
- 2 Kings 25:8-12,22-26; 1 Cor. 15:12-29; Matt. 11:7-15
-
-
- <Proper 24> =Week of the Sunday closest to October 19=
-
- Sunday: 148, 149, 150; 114, 115
- Jer. 29:1,4-14; Acts 16:6-15; Luke 10:1-12,17-20
-
- Monday: 25; 9, 15
- Jer. 44:1-14; 1 Cor. 15:30-41; Matt. 11:16-24
-
- Tuesday: 26, 28; 36, 39
- Lam. 1:1-5(6-9)10-12; 1 Cor. 15:41-50; Matt. 11:25-30
-
- Wednesday: 38; 119:25-48
- Lam. 2:8-15; 1 Cor. 15:51-58; Matt. 12:1-14
-
- Thursday: 37:1-18; 37:19-42
- Ezra 1:1-11; 1 Cor. 16:1-9; Matt. 12:15-21
-
- Friday: 31; 35
- Ezra 3:1-13; 1 Cor 16:10-24; Matt. 12:22-32
-
- Saturday: 30, 32; 42, 43
- Ezra 4:7,11-24; Philemon 1-25; Matt. 12:33-42
-
-
- <Proper 25> =Week of the Sunday closest to October 26=
-
- Sunday: 63:1-8(9-11),98; 103
- Haggai 1:1-2:9; Acts 18:24-19:7; Luke 10:25-37
-
- Monday: 41,52; 44
- Zech. 1:7-17; Rev. 1:4-20; Matt. 12:43-50
-
- Tuesday: 45; 47,48
- Ezra 5:1-17; Rev. 4:1-11; Matt. 13:1-9
-
- Wednesday: 119:49-72; 49,[53]
- Ezra 6:1-22; Rev. 5:1-10; Matt. 13:10-17
-
- Thursday: 50; [59,60] *or* 33
- Neh. 1-1:11; Rev. 5:11-6:11; Matt. 13:18-23
-
- Friday: 40,54; 51
- Neh. 2:1-20; Rev. 6:12-7:4; Matt. 13:24-30
-
- Saturday: 55; 138,139:1-17(18-23)
- Neh. 4:1-23; Rev. 7:(4-8)9-17; Matt. 13:31-35
-
-
- <Proper 26> =Week of the Sunday closest to November 2=
-
- Sunday: 24, 29; 8, 84
- Neh. 5:1-19; Acts 20:7-12; Luke 12:22-31
-
- Monday: 56, 57, [58]; 64, 65
- Neh. 6:1-19; Rev. 10:1-11; Matt. 13:36-43
-
- Tuesday: 61, 62; 68:1-20(21-23)24-36
- Neh. 12:27-31a,42b-47; Rev. 11:1-19; Matt. 13:44-52
-
- Wednesday: 72; 119:73-96
- Neh. 13:4-22; Rev. 12:1-12; Matt. 13:53-58
-
- Thursday: [70], 71; 74
- Ezra 7:(1-10)11-26; Rev. 14:1-13; Matt. 14:1-12
-
- Friday: 69:1-23(24-30)31-38; 73
- Ezra 7:27-28, 8:21-36; Rev. 15:1-8; Matt. 14:13-21
-
- Saturday: 75, 76; 23, 27
- Ezra 9:1-15; Rev. 17:1-14; Matt. 14:22-36
-
-
- <Proper 27> =Week of the Sunday closest to November 9=
-
- Sunday: 93, 96; 34
- Ezra 10:1-17; Acts 24:10-21; Luke 14:12-24
-
- Monday: 80; 77, [79]
- Neh. 9:1-15(16-25); Rev. 18:1-8; Matt. 15:1-20
-
- Tuesday: 78:1-39; 78:40-72
- Neh. 9:26-38; Rev. 18:9-20; Matt. 15:21-28
-
- Wednesday: 119:97-120; 81, 82
- Neh. 7:73b-8:3,5-18; Rev. 18:21-24; Matt. 15:29-39
-
- Thursday: [83] *or* 23,27; 85, 86
- 1 Macc. 1:1-28; Rev. 19:1-10; Matt. 16:1-12
-
- Friday: 88; 91, 92
- 1 Macc. 1:41-63; Rev. 19:11-16; Matt. 16:13-20
-
- Saturday: 87, 90; 136
- 1 Macc. 2:1-28; Rev. 20:1-6; Mark 16:21-28
-
-
- <Proper 28> =Week of the Sunday closest to November 16=
-
- Sunday: 66, 67; 19, 46
- 1 Macc. 2:29-43,49-50; Acts 28:14b-23; Luke 16:1-13
-
- Monday: 89:1-18; 89:19-52
- 1 Macc. 3:1-24; Rev. 20:7-15; Matt. 17:1-13
-
- Tuesday: 97, 99, [100]; 94, [95]
- 1 Macc. 3:25-41; Rev. 21:1-8; Matt. 17:14-21
-
- Wednesday: 101, 109:1-4(5-19)20-30; 119:121-144
- 1 Macc. 3:42-60; Rev. 21:9-21; Matt. 17:22-27
-
- Thursday: 105:1-22; 105:23-45
- 1 Macc. 4:1-25; Rev. 21:22-22:5; Matt. 18:1-9
-
- Friday: 102; 107:1-32
- 1 Macc. 4:36-59; Rev. 22:6-13; Matt. 18:10-20
-
- Saturday: 107:33-43, 108:1-6(7-13); 33
- Isa. 65:17-25; Rev. 22:14-21; Matt. 18:21-35
-
-
- <Proper 29> =Week of the Sunday closest to November 23=
-
- Sunday: 118; 145
- Isa. 19:19-25; Rom. 15:5-13; Luke 19:11-27
-
- Monday: 106:1-18; 106:19-48
- Joel 3:1-2,9-17; 1 Pet. 1:1-12; Matt. 19:1-12
-
- Tuesday: [120], 121, 122, 123; 124, 125, 126, [127]
- Nahum 1:1-13; 1 Pet. 1:13-25; Matt. 19:13-22
-
- Wednesday: 119:145-176; 128, 129, 130
- Obadiah 15-21; 1 Pet. 2:1-10; Matt. 19:23-30
-
- Thursday: 131, 132, [133]; 134, 135
- Zeph. 3:1-13; 1 Pet. 2:11-25; Matt. 20:1-16
-
- Friday: 140, 142; 141, 143:1-11(12)
- Isa. 24:14-23; 1 Pet. 3:13-4:6; Matt. 20:17-28
-
- Saturday: 137:1-6(7-9), 144; 104
- Micah 7:11-20; 1 Pet. 4:7-19; Matt. 20:29-34
-
- </Year One>
-
- <Year Two>
-
- <Week of 1 Advent>
-
- Sunday: 146, 147; 111, 112, 113
- Amos 1:1-5,13-2:8; 1 Thess. 5:1-11; Luke 21:5-19
-
- Monday: 1, 2, 3; 4, 7
- Amos 2:6-16; 2 Pet. 1:1-11; Matt. 21:1-11
-
- Tuesday: 5, 6; 10, 11
- Amos 3:1-11; 2 Pet. 1:12-21; Matt. 21:12-22
-
- Wednesday: 119:1-24; 12, 13, 14
- Amos 3:12-4:5; 2 Pet. 3:1-10; Matt. 21:23-32
-
- Thursday: 18:1-20; 18:21-50
- Amos 4:6-13; 2 Pet. 3:11-18; Matt. 21:33-46
-
- Friday: 16, 17; 22
- Amos 5:1-17; Jude 1-16; Matt. 22:1-14
-
- Saturday: 20, 21:1-7(8-14); 110:1-5(6-7), 116, 117
- Amos 5:18-27; Jude 17-25; Matt. 22:15-22
-
-
- <Week of 2 Advent>
-
- Sunday: 148, 149, 150; 114, 115
- Amos 6:1-14; 1 Thess. 5:1-11; Luke 1:57-68
-
- Monday: 25; 9, 15
- Amos 7:1-9; Rev. 1:1-8; Matt. 22:23-33
-
- Tuesday: 26, 28; 36, 39
- Amos 7:10-17, 24-25; Rev. 1:9-16; Matt. 22:34-46
-
- Wednesday: 38; 119:25-48
- Amos 8:1-14; Rev. 1:17-2:7; Matt. 23:1-12
-
- Thursday: 37:1-18; 37:19-42
- Amos 9:1-10; Rev. 2:8-17; Matt. 23:13-26
-
- Friday: 31; 35
- Haggai 1:1-15; Rev. 2:18-29; Matt. 23:27-39
-
- Saturday: 30, 32; 42, 43
- Haggai 2:1-19; Rev. 3:1-6; Matt. 24:1-14
-
-
- <Week of 3 Advent>
-
- Sunday: 63:1-8(9-11),98; 103
- Amos 9:11-15; 2 Thess. 2:1-3,13-17; John 5:30-47
-
- Monday: 41,52; 44
- Zech. 1:7-17; Rev. 3:7-13; Matt. 24:15-31
-
- Tuesday: 45; 47,48
- Zech. 2:1-13; Rev. 3:14-22; Matt. 24:32-44
-
- Wednesday: 119:49-72; 49,[53]
- Zech. 3:1-10; Rev. 4:1-8; Matt. 24:45-51
-
- Thursday: 50; [59,60] *or* 33
- Zech. 4:1-14; Rev. 4:9-5:5; Matt. 25:1-13
-
- Friday: 40,54; 51
- Zech. 7:8-8:8; Rev. 5:6-14; Matt. 25:14-30
-
- Saturday: 55; 138,139:1-17(18-23)
- Zech. 8:9-17; Rev. 6:1-17; Matt. 25:31-46
-
-
- <Week of 4 Advent>
-
- Sunday: 24,29; 8,84
- Gen 3:18-15; Rev. 12:1-10; John 3:16-21
-
- Monday: 61,62; 112,115
- Zeph. 3:14-20; Titus 1:1-16; Luke 1:1-25
-
- Tuesday: 66,67; 116,117
- 1 Samuel 2:1b-10; Titus 2:1-10; Luke 1:26-38
-
- Wednesday: 72; 111,113
- 2 Samuel 7:1-17; Titus 2:11-3:8a; Luke 1:39-48a(48b-56)
-
- Thursday: 80; 146,147
- 2 Samuel 7:18-29; Gal. 3:1-14; Luke 1:57-66
-
- Friday: 93, 96; 148,150
- Baruch 4:21-29; Gal. 3:15-22; Luke 1:67-80 *or* Matt. 1:1-17
-
- Dec. 24: 45,46;
- Baruch 4:36-5:9; Gal. 3:23-4:7; Matt. 1:18-25
-
- Christmas Eve: ; 89:1-29
- Isa. 59:15b-21; Phil. 2:5-11
-
-
- <Christmas Day and Following>
-
- Christmas Day: 2,85; 110:1-1(6-7),132
- Micah 4:1-5,5:2-4; 1 John 4:7-16; John 3:31-26
-
- First Sunday after Christmas: 93,96; 34
- 1 Samuel 1:1-2,7b-28; Heb 2: 10-18; Matt. 1:18-25
-
- Dec. 29: 18:1-20; 18:21-50[*]
- 2 Samuel 23:13-17b; Rev. 1:1-8; John 7:37-52
-
- [*] If today is Saturday, use Psalms 23 and 27 at Evening Prayer
-
- Dec. 30: 20, 21:1-7(8-14); 23,27
- 1 Kings 17:17-24; Rev. 1:9-20; John 7:53-8:11
-
- Dec. 31: 46,48;
- 1 Kings 3:5-14; 2 Cor. 5:16-6:2; John 8:12-19
-
- Eve of Holy Name: ; 90
- Isa. 65:15b-25; Rev. 21:1-6
-
- Holy Name: 103; 148
- Isa. 62:1-5,10-12; Col. 2:6-12; John 16:23b-30
-
-
- Second Sunday after Christmas: 66,67; 145
- Wisdom 7:3-14; Col. 3:12-17; John 6:41-47
-
- Jan. 2: 34; 33
- 1 Kings 19:1-8; Eph. 4:1-16; John 6:1-14
-
- Jan. 3: 68; 72[**]
- 1 Kings 19:9-18; Eph. 4:17-32; John 6:15-27
-
- [**] If today is Saturday, use Psalm 136 at Evening Prayer.
-
- Jan. 4: 85,87; 89:1-29 [**]
- Joshua 3:14-4:7; Eph. 5:1-20; John 9:1-12,35-38
-
- [**] If today is Saturday, use Psalm 136 at Evening Prayer.
-
- Jan. 5: 2, 110:1-5(6-7);
- Jonah 2:2-9; Eph. 6:10-20; John 11:17-27,38-44
-
- Eve of Epiphany: ; 29,98
- Isa. 66: 18-23; Rom. 15:7-13
-
-
- <The Epiphany and Following>
-
- Epiphany: 46, 97 ; 96,100
- Isa. 49:1-7; Rev. 21:22-27; Matt. 12:14-21
-
- Jan. 7 [*]: 103; 114, 115
- Deut. 8:1-3; Col. 1:1-14; John 6:30-33,48-51
-
- Jan. 8: 117, 118; 112, 113
- Exod. 17:1-7; Col. 1:15-23; John 7:37-52
-
- Jan. 9: 121, 122, 123; 131, 132
- Isa. 45:14-19; Col. 1:24-2:7; John 8:12-19
-
- Jan. 10: 138, 139:1-17(18-23); 147
- Jer. 23:1-8; Col. 2:8-23; John 10:7-17
-
- Jan. 11: 148, 150; 91,92
- Isa. 55:3-9; Col 3:1-17; John 14:6-14
-
- Jan. 12: 98, 99, [100];
- Gen. 49:1-2,8-12; Col 3:18-4:6; John 15:1-16
-
- Eve of 1 Epiphany: ; 104
- Isa. 61:1-9; Gal. 3:23-29, 4:4-7
-
- [*] The Psalms and Readings for the dated days after Epiphany
- are used only until the following Saturday Evening
-
-
- <Week of 1 Epiphany>
-
- Sunday: 146, 147; 111, 112, 113
- Gen. 1:1-2:3; Eph. 1:3-14; John 1:29-34
-
- Monday: 1, 2, 3; 4, 7
- Gen. 2:4-9(10-15)16-25; Heb. 1:1-14; John 1:1-18
-
- Tuesday: 5, 6; 10, 11
- Gen. 3:1-24; Heb. 2:1-10; John 1:19-28
-
- Wednesday: 119:1-24; 12, 13, 14
- Gen. 4:1-16; Heb. 2:11-18; John 1:(29-34)35-42
-
- Thursday: 18:1-20; 18:21-50
- Gen. 4:17-26; Heb. 3:1-11; John 1:43-51
-
- Friday: 16, 17; 22
- Gen. 6:1-8; Heb. 3:12-19; John 2:1-12
-
- Saturday: 20, 21:1-7(8-14); 110:1-5(6-7), 116, 117
- Gen. 6:9-22; Heb. 4:1-13; John 2:13-22
-
-
- <Week of 2 Epiphany>
-
- Sunday: 148, 149, 150; 114, 115
- Gen. 7:1-10,17-23; Eph. 4:1-16; Mark 3:7-19
-
- Monday: 25; 9, 15
- Gen. 8:6-22; Heb. 4:14-5:6; John 2:23-3:15
-
- Tuesday: 26, 28; 36, 39
- Gen. 9:1-17; Heb. 5:7-14; John 3:16-21
-
- Wednesday: 38; 119:25-48
- Gen. 9:18-29; Heb. 6:1-12; John 3:22-36
-
- Thursday: 37:1-18; 37:19-42
- Gen. 11:1-9; Heb. 6:13-20; John 4:1-15
-
- Friday: 31; 35
- Gen. 11:27-12:8; Heb. 7:1-17; John 4:16-26
-
- Saturday: 30, 32; 42, 43
- Gen. 12:9-13:1; Heb. 7:18-28; John 4:27-42
-
-
- <Week of 3 Epiphany>
-
- Sunday: 63:1-8(9-11),98; 103
- Gen. 13:2-18; Gal. 2:1-10; Mark 7:31-37
-
- Monday: 41,52; 44
- Gen. 14:(1-7)8-24; Heb. 8:1-13; John 4:43-54
-
- Tuesday: 45; 47,48
- Gen. 15:1-11,17-21; Heb. 9:1-14; John 5:1-18
-
- Wednesday: 119:49-72; 49,[53]
- Gen. 16:1-14; Heb. 9:15-28; John 5:19-29
-
- Thursday: 50; [59,60] *or* 118
- Gen. 16:15-17:14; Heb. 10:1-10; John 5:30-47
-
- Friday: 40,54; 51
- Gen. 17:15-27; Heb. 10:11-25; John 6:1-15
-
- Saturday: 55; 138,139:1-17(18-23)
- Gen. 18:1-16; Heb. 10:26-39; John 6:16-27
-
-
- <Week of 4 Epiphany>
-
- Sunday: 24, 29; 8, 84
- Gen. 18:16-33; Gal. 5:13-25; Mark 8:22-30
-
- Monday: 56, 57, [58]; 64, 65
- Gen. 19:1-17(18-23)24-29; Heb. 11:1-12; John 6:27-40
-
- Tuesday: 61, 62; 68:1-20(21-23)24-36
- Gen. 21:1-21; Heb. 11:13-22; John 6:41-51
-
- Wednesday: 72; 119:73-96
- Gen. 22:1-18; Heb. 11:23-31; John 6:52-59
-
- Thursday: [70], 71; 74
- Gen. 23:1-20; Heb. 11:32-12:2; John 6:60-71
-
- Friday: 69:1-23(24-30)31-38; 73
- Gen. 24:1-27; Heb. 12:3-11; John 7:1-13
-
- Saturday: 75, 76; 23, 27
- Gen. 24:28-38,49-51; Heb. 12:12-29; John 7:14-36
-
-
- <Week of 5 Epiphany>
-
- Sunday: 93, 96; 34
- Gen. 24:50-67; 2 Tim. 2:14-21; Mark 10:13-22
-
- Monday: 80; 77, [79]
- Gen. 25:19-34; Heb. 13:1-16; John 7:37-52
-
- Tuesday: 78:1-39; 78:40-72
- Gen. 26:1-6,12-33; Heb. 13:17-25; John 7:53-8:11
-
- Wednesday: 119:97-120; 81, 82
- Gen. 27:1-29; Rom. 12:1-8; John 8:12-20
-
- Thursday: [83] *or* 146, 147; 85, 86
- Gen. 27:30-45; Rom. 12:9-21; John 8:21-32
-
- Friday: 88; 91, 92
- Gen. 27:46-28:4,10-22; Rom. 13:1-14; John 8:33-47
-
- Saturday: 87, 90; 136
- Gen. 29:1-20; Rom. 14:1-23; John 8:47-59
-
-
- <Week of 6 Epiphany>
-
- Sunday: 66, 67; 19, 46
- Gen. 29:20-35; 1 Tim. 3:14-4:10; Mark 10:23-31
-
- Monday: 89:1-18; 89:19-52
- Gen. 30:1-24; 1 John 1:1-10; John 9:1-17
-
- Tuesday: 97, 99, [100]; 94, [95]
- Gen. 31:1-24; 1 John 2:1-11; John 9:18-41
-
- Wednesday: 101, 109:1-4(5-19)20-30; 119:121-144
- Gen. 31:25-50; 1 John 2:12-17; John 10:1-18
-
- Thursday: 105:1-22; 105:23-45
- Gen. 32:3-21; 1 John 2:18-29; John 10:19-30
-
- Friday: 102; 107:1-32
- 32:22-33:17; 1 John 3:1-10; John 10:31-42
-
- Saturday: 107:33-43, 108:1-6(7-13); 33
- Gen. 35:1-20; 1 John 3:11-18; John 11:1-16
-
-
- <Week of 7 Epiphany>
-
- Sunday: 118; 145
- Prov. 1:20-33; 2 Cor. 5:11-21 Mark 10:35-45
-
- Monday: 106:1-18; 106:19-48
- Prov. 3:11-20; 1 John 3:18-4:6; John 11:17-29
-
- Tuesday: [120], 121, 122, 123; 124, 125, 126, [127]
- Rov. 4:1-27; 1 Joh 4:7-21; John 11:30-44
-
- Wednesday: 119:145-176; 128, 129, 130
- Prov. 6:1-19; 1 Joh 5:1-12; John 11:45-54
-
- Thursday: 131, 132, [133]; 134, 135
- Prov. 7:1-27; 1 John 5:13-21; John 11:55-12:8
-
- Friday: 140, 142; 141, 143:1-11(12)
- Prov. 8:1-21; Philemon 1-25; John 12:9-19
-
- Saturday: 137:1-6(7-9), 144; 104
- Prov. 8:22-36; 2 Tim. 1:1-14; John 12:20-26
-
-
- <Week of 8 Epiphany>
-
- Sunday: 146, 147; 111, 112, 113
- Prov. 9:1-12; 2 Cor. 9.6b-15; Mark 10:46-52
-
- Monday: 1, 2, 3; 4, 7
- Prov. 10:1-12; 2 Tim. 1:15-2:13; John 12:27-36a
-
- Tuesday: 5, 6; 10, 11
- Prov. 15:16-33; 2 Tim. 2:14-26; John 12:36b-50
-
- Wednesday: 119:1-24; 12, 13, 14
- Prov. 17:1-20; 2 Tim. 3:1-17; John 13:1-20
-
- Thursday: 18:1-20; 18:21-50
- Prov. 21:30-22:6; 2 Tim. 4:1-8; John 13:21-30
-
- Friday: 16, 17; 22
- Prov. 23:19-21,29-24:2; 2 TIm. 4:9-22; John 13:31-38
-
- Saturday: 20, 21:1-7(8-14); 110:1-5(6-7), 116, 117
- Prov. 25:15-28; Phil. 1:1-11; John 18:1-14
-
-
- <Week of Last Epiphany>
-
- Sunday: 148, 149, 150; 114, 115
- Ecclus. 48:1-11; 2 Cor. 3:7-18; Luke 9:18-27
-
- Monday: 25; 9, 15
- Prov. 27:1-6,10-12; Phil. 2:1-13; John 18:15-18,25-27
-
- Tuesday: 26, 28; 36, 39
- Prov. 30:1-4,24-33; Phil. 3:1-11; John 18:28-38
-
- Ash Wednesday: 95[*] && 32,143; 102,130
- Amos 5:6-15; Heb. 12:1-14; Luke 18:9-14
-
- Thursday: 37:1-18; 37:19-42
- Hab. 3:1-10(11-15)16-18; Phil. 3:12-21; John 17:1-8
-
- Friday: 95[*] && 31; 35
- Ezek. 18:1-4,25-32; Phil. 4:1-9; John 17:9-19
-
- Saturday: 30, 32; 42, 43
- Exek. 39:21-29; Phil. 4:10-20; John 17:20-26
-
- [*] For the Invitatory
-
-
- <Week of 1 Lent>
-
- Sunday: 63:1-8(9-11),98; 103
- Dan 9:3-10; Heb. 2:10-18; John 12:44-50
-
- Monday: 41,52; 44
- Gen. 37:1-11; 1 Cor. 1:1-19; Mark 1:1-13
-
- Tuesday: 45; 47,48
- Gen. 37:12-24; 1 Cor. 1:20-31; Mark 1:14-28
-
- Wednesday: 119:49-72; 49,[53]
- Gen. 37:25-36; 1 Cor. 2:1-13; Mark 1:29-45
-
- Thursday: 50; [59,60] *or* 19, 46
- Gen. 39:1-23; 1 Cor. 2:14-3:15; Mark 2:1-12
-
- Friday: 95[*] && 40,54; 51
- Gen. 40:1-23; 1 Cor. 3:16-23; Mark 2:13-22
-
- Saturday: 55; 138,139:1-17(18-23)
- Gen. 41:1-13; 1 Cor. 4:1-7; Mark 2:23-3:6
-
- [*] For the Invitatory
-
-
- <Week of 2 Lent>
-
- Sunday: 24, 29; 8, 84
- Gen. 41:14-45; Rom. 6:3-14; John 5:19-24
-
- Monday: 56, 57, [58]; 64, 65
- Gen. 41:46-57; 1 Cor. 4:8-20(21); Mark 3:7-19a
-
- Tuesday: 61, 62; 68:1-20(21-23)24-36
- Gen. 42:1-17; 1 Cor. 5:1-8; Mark 3:19b-35
-
- Wednesday: 72; 119:73-96
- Gen. 42:18-28; 1 Cor. 5:9-6:8; Mark 4:1-20
-
- Thursday: [70], 71; 74
- Gen. 42:29-38; 1 Cor. 6:12-30; Mark 4:21-34
-
- Friday: 95[*] && 69:1-23(24-30)31-38; 73
- Gen. 43:1-15; 1 Cor. 7:1-9; Mark 4:35-41
-
- Saturday: 75, 76; 23, 27
- Gen. 43:16-34; 1 Cor. 7:10-24; Mark 5:1-20
-
- [*] For the Invitatory
-
-
- <Week of 3 Lent>
-
- Sunday: 93, 96; 34
- Gen. 44:1-17; Rom. 8:1-10; John 5:25-29
-
- Monday: 80; 77, [79]
- Gen. 44:18-34; 1 Cor. 7:25-31; Mark 5:21-43
-
- Tuesday: 78:1-39; 78:40-72
- Gen. 45:1-15; 1 Cor. 7:32-40; Mark 6:1-13
-
- Wednesday: 119:97-120; 81, 82
- Gen. 45:16-28; 1 Cor. 8:1-13; Mark 6:13-29
-
- Thursday: [83] *or* 42,43; 85, 86
- Gen. 46:1-7,28-34; 1 Cor. 9:1-15; Mark 6:30-46
-
- Friday: 95[*] && 88; 91, 92
- Gen. 47:1-26; 1 Cor. 9:16-27; Mark 6:47-56
-
- Saturday: 87, 90; 136
- Gen. 47:27-48:7; 1 Cor. 10:1-13; Mark 7:1-23
-
-
- <Week of 4 Lent>
-
- Sunday: 66, 67; 19, 46
- Gen. 48:8-22; Rom. 8:11-25; John 6:27-40
-
- Monday: 89:1-18; 89:19-52
- Gen. 49:1-28; 1 Cor. 10:14-11:1; Mark 7:24-37
-
- Tuesday: 97, 99, [100]; 94, [95]
- Gen. 49:29-50:14; 1 Cor. 11:17-34; Mark 8:1-10
-
- Wednesday: 101, 109:1-4(5-19)20-30; 119:121-144
- Gen. 50:15-26; 1 Cor. 12:1-11; Mark 8:11-26
-
- Thursday: 69:1-23(24-30)31-38; 73
- Exod. 1:6-22; 1 Cor. 12:12-26; Mark 8:27-9:1
-
- Friday: 95[*] && 102; 107:1-32
- Exod. 2:1-22; 1 Cor. 12:27-13:3; Mark 9:2-13
-
- Saturday: 107:33-43, 108:1-6(7-13); 33
- Exod. 2:23-3:15; 1 Cor. 13:1-13; Mark 9:14-29
-
- [*] For the Inventory
-
-
- <Week of 5 Lent>
-
- Sunday: 118; 145
- Exod. 3:16-4:12; Rom. 12:1-21; John 8:46-59
-
- Monday: 31; 35
- Exod. 4:10-20(21-26)27-31; 1 Cor. 14:1-19; Mark 9:30-41
-
- Tuesday: [120], 121, 122, 123; 124, 125, 126, [127]
- Exod. 5:1-6:1; 1 Cor. 14:20-33a,39-40; Mark 9:42-50
-
- Wednesday: 119:145-176; 128, 129, 130
- Exod. 7:8-24; 2 Cor. 2:14-3:6; Mark 10:1-16
-
- Thursday: 131, 132, [133]; 140, 142
- Exod. 7:25-8:19; 2 Cor. 3:7-18; Mark 10:17-31
-
- Friday: 95[*] && 22; 141, 143:1-11(12)
- Exod. 9:13-35; 2 Cor. 4:1-12; Mark 10:32-45
-
- Saturday: 137:1-6(7-9), 144; 42, 43
- Exod. 10:21-11:8; 2 Cor. 4:13-18; Mark 10:46-52
-
-
- <Holy Week>
-
- Palm Sunday: 24, 29; 103
- Zech. 9:9-12[**] *or* Zech. 12:9-11,13:1,7-9[***]; 1 Tim. 6:12-16[**];
- Luke 19:41-48[***]
-
- Monday: 51:1-18(19-20); 69:1-23
- Lam. 1:1-2,6-12; 2 Cor. 1:1-7; Mark 11:12-25
-
- Tuesday: 6, 12; 94
- Lam. 1:17-22; 2 Cor. 1:8-22; Mark 11:27-33
-
- Wednesday: 55; 74
- Lam. 2:1-9, 14-17; 2 Cor. 1:23-2:11; Mark 12:1-11
-
- Maundy Thursday: 102; 142, 143
- Lam. 2:10-18; 1 Cor. 10:14-17, 11:27-32; Mark 14:12-25
-
- Good Friday: 95[*] && 22; 40:1-14(15-19),54
- Lam. 3:1-9,19-33; 1 Peter 1:10-20; John 13:36-38[**] *or* John 19:38-
- 42[***]
-
- Holy Saturday: 95[*] && 88; 27
- Lam. 3:37-58; Heb. 4:1-16[**]; Rom. 8:1-11[***]
-
- [*] For the Invitatory
-
- [**] Intended for use in the morning
-
- [***] Intended for use in the evening
-
-
- <Easter Week>
-
- Easter Day: 148, 149, 150; 113, 114, *or* 118
- Exod. 12:1-14[**] *or* Isa. 51:9-11[***]; ; John 1:1-18[**] *or* Luke
- 24:13-35[***], *or* John 20:19-23[***]
-
- Monday: 93, 98; 66
- Exod. 12:14-27; 1 Cor. 15:1-11; Mark 16:1-8
-
- Tuesday: 103; 111, 114
- Exod. 12:28-39; 1 Cor. 15:12-28; Mark 16:9-20
-
- Wednesday: 97, 99; 115
- Exod. 12:40-51; 1 Cor. 15:(29)30-41; Matt. 28:1-16
-
- Thursday: 146, 147; 148, 149
- Exod. 13:3-10; 1 Cor. 15:41-50; Martt. 28:16-20
-
- Friday: 136; 118
- Exod. 13:1-2,11-16; 1 Cor. 15:51-58; Luke 24:1-12
-
- Saturday: 145; 104
- Exod. 13:17-14:4; 2 Cor. 4:16-5:10; Mark 12:18-27
-
-
- <Week of 2 Easter>
-
- Sunday: 146, 147; 111, 112, 113
- Exod. 14:5-22; 1 Joh 1:1-7; John 14:1-7
-
- Monday: 1, 2, 3; 4, 7
- Exod. 14:21-31; 1 Pet. 1:1-12; John 14:(1-7)8-17
-
- Tuesday: 5, 6; 10, 11
- Exod. 15:1-21; 1 Pet. 1:13-25; John 14:18-31
-
- Wednesday: 119:1-24; 12, 13, 14
- Exod. 15:22-16:10; 1 Pet. 2:1-10; John 15:1-11
-
- Thursday: 18:1-20; 18:21-50
- Exod. 16:10-22; 1 Pet. 2:11-25; John 15:12-27
-
- Friday: 16, 17; 134, 135
- Exod. 16:23-36; 1 Pet. 3:13-4:6; John 16:1-15
-
- Saturday: 20, 21:1-7(8-14); 110:1-5(6-7), 116, 117
- Exod. 17:1-16; 1 Pet. 4:7-19; John 16:16-33
-
-
- <Week of 3 Easter>
-
- Sunday: 148, 149, 150; 114, 115
- Exod. 18:1-12; 1 John 2:7-17; Mark 16:9-20
-
- Monday: 25; 9, 15
- Exod. 18:13-27; 1 Pet. 5:1-14; Matt. (1:1-17),3:1-6
-
- Tuesday: 26, 28; 36, 39
- Exod. 19:1-16; Col. 1:1-14; Matt. 3:7-12
-
- Wednesday: 38; 119:25-48
- Exod. 19:16-25; Col. 1:15-23; Matt. 3:13-17
-
- Thursday: 37:1-18; 37:19-42
- Exod. 20:1-21; Col. 1:24-2:7; Matt. 4:1-11
-
- Friday: 105:1-22; 105:23-45
- Exod. 24:1-18; Col 2:8-23; Matt. 4:12-17
-
- Saturday: 30, 32; 42, 43
- Exod. 25:1-22; Col. 3:1-17; Matt. 4:18-25
-
-
- <Week of 4 Easter>
-
- Sunday: 63:1-8(9-11),98; 103
- Exod. 28:1-4,30-38; 1 John 2:18-29; Mark 6:30-44
-
- Monday: 41,52; 44
- Exod. 32:1-20; Col 3:18-4:6(7-18); Matt. 5:1-10
-
- Tuesday: 45; 47,48
- Exod. 32:21-34; 1 Thess. 1:1-10; Matt. 5:11-16
-
- Wednesday: 119:49-72; 49,[53]
- Exod. 33:1-23; 1 Thess. 2:1-12; Matt. 5:17-20
-
- Thursday: 50; [59,60] *or* 114, 115
- Exod. 34:1-17; 1 Thess. 2:13-20; Matt. 5:21-26
-
- Friday: 40,54; 51
- Exod. 34:18-35; 1 Thess. 3:1-13; Matt. 5:27-37
-
- Saturday: 55; 138,139:1-17(18-23)
- Exod. 40:18-38; 1 Thess. 4:1-12; Matt. 5:38-48
-
-
- <Week of 5 Easter>
-
- Sunday: 24, 29; 8, 84
- Lev. 8:1-13,30-36; Heb. 12:1-14; Luke 4:16-30
-
- Monday: 56, 57, [58]; 64, 65
- Lev. 16:1-19; 1 Thess. 4:13-18; Matt. 6:1-6,16-18
-
- Tuesday: 61, 62; 68:1-20(21-23)24-36
- Lev. 16:20-34; 1 Thess. 5:1-11; Matt. 6:7-15
-
- Wednesday: 72; 119:73-96
- Lev. 19:1-18; 1 Thess. 5:12-28; Matt. 6:19-24
-
- Thursday: [70], 71; 74
- Lev. 19:26-37; 2 Thess. 1:1-12; Matt. 6:25-34
-
- Friday: 106:1-18; 106:19-48
- Lev. 23:1-22; 2 Thess. 2:1-17; Matt. 7:1-12
-
- Saturday: 75, 76; 23, 27
- Lev. 23:23-44; 2 Thess. 3:1-18; Matt. 7:13-21
-
-
- <Week of 6 Easter>
-
- Sunday: 93, 96; 34
- Lev. 25:1-17; James 1:2-8,16-18; Luke 12:13-21
-
- Monday: 80; 77, [79]
- Lev. 25:35-55; Col. 1:9-14; Matt. 13:1-16
-
- Tuesday: 78:1-39; 78:40-72
- Lev. 26:1-20; 1 Tim. 2:1-6; Matt. 13:18-23
-
- Wednesday: 119:97-120;
- Lev. 26:27-42; Eph. 1:1-10; Matt. 22:41-46
-
- Eve of Ascension: ; 68:1-20
- 2 Kings 2:1-15; Rev. 5:1-14
-
- Ascension Day: 8, 47; 24, 96
- Dan. 7:9-14; Heb. 2:5-18; Matt. 28:16-20
-
- Friday: 85, 86; 91, 92
- 1 Sam. 2:1-10; Eph. 2:1-10; Matt. 7:22-27
-
- Saturday: 87, 90; 136
- Num. 11:16-17,24-29; Eph. 2:11-22; Matt. 7:28-8:4
-
-
- <Week of 7 Easter>
-
- Sunday: 66, 67; 19, 46
- Exod. 3:1-12; Heb. 12:18-29; Matt. Luke 10:17-24
-
- Monday: 89:1-18; 89:19-52
- Joshua 1:1-9; Eph. 3:1-13; Matt. 8:5-17
-
- Tuesday: 97, 99, [100]; 94, [95]
- 1 Sam. 16:1-13a; Eph. 3:14-21; Matt. 8:18-27
-
- Wednesday: 101, 109:1-4(5-19)20-30; 119:121-144
- Isa. 4:2-6; Eph. 4:1-16; Matt. 8:28-34
-
- Thursday: 105:1-22; 105:23-45
- Zech. 4:1-14; Eph.4:17-32; Matt. 9:1-8
-
- Friday: 102; 107:1-32
- Jer. 31:27-34; Eph. 5:1-20; Matt. 9:9-17
-
- Saturday: 107:33-43, 108:1-6(7-13);
- Ezek. 36:22-27; Eph. 6:10-24; Matt. 9:18-26
-
- Eve of Pentecost: ; 33
- Exod. 19:3-8a,16-20; 1 Pet. 2:4-10
-
- The Day of Pentecost: 118; 145
- Deut. 16:9-12; Acts 4:18-21,23-33; John 4:19-26
-
- *On the weekdays which follow, the Readings are taken from
- the numbered Proper (one through six) which corresponds
- most closely to the date of Pentecost.*
-
- Eve of Trinity Sunday: ; 104
- Ecclus. 42:15-25; Eph. 3:14-21
-
- Trinity Sunday: 146, 147; 111, 112, 113
- Job 38:1-11,42:1-5; Rev. 19:4-16; John 1:29-34
-
- *On the weekdays which follow, the Readings are taken from
- the numbered Proper (two through seven) which corresponds
- most closely to the date of Trinity Sunday.*
-
-
- <The Season after Pentecost>
-
- *Directions for the use of the Propers are on page 158.*
-
-
- <Proper 1> =Week of the Sunday closest to May 11=
-
- Monday: 106:1-18; 106:19-48
- Ezek. 33:1-11; 1 John 1:1-10; Matt. 9:27-34
-
- Tuesday: [120], 121, 122, 123; 124, 125, 126, [127]
- Ezek. 33:21-33; 1 John 2:1-11; Matt. 9:35-10:4
-
- Wednesday: 119:145-176; 128, 129, 130
- Ezek. 34:1-16; 1 John 2:12-17; Matt. 10:5-15
-
- Thursday: 131, 132, [133]; 134, 135
- Ezek. 37:21b-28; 1 John 2:18-29; Matt. 10:16-23
-
- Friday: 140, 142; 141, 143:1-11(12)
- Ezek. 39:21-29; 1 John 3:1-10; Matt. 10:24-33
-
- Saturday: 137:1-6(7-9), 144; 104
- Ezek. 47:1-12; 1 John 3:11-18; Matt. 10:34-42
-
-
- <Proper 2> =Week of the Sunday closest to May 11=
-
- Monday: 1, 2, 3; 4, 7
- Prov. 3:11-20; 1 John 3:18-4:6; Matt. 11:1-6
-
- Tuesday: 5, 6; 10, 11
- Prov. 4:1-27; 1 John 4:7-21; Matt. 11:7-15
-
- Wednesday: 119:1-24; 12, 13, 14
- Prov. 6:1-19; 1 John 5:1-12; Matt. 11:16-24
-
- Thursday: 18:1-20; 18:21-50
- Prov. 7:1-27; 1 John 5:13-21; Matt. 11:25-30
-
- Friday: 16, 17; 22
- Prov. 8:1-21; 2 John 1-13; Matt. 12:1-14
-
- Saturday: 20, 21:1-7(8-14); 110:1-5(6-7), 116, 117
- Prov. 8:22-36; 3 John 1-15; Matt. 12:15-21
-
-
- <Proper 3> =Week of the Sunday closest to May 25=
-
- Sunday: 148, 149, 150; 114, 115
- Prov. 9:1-12; Acts 8:14-25; Luke 10:25-28,38-42
-
- Monday: 25; 9, 15
- Prov. 10:1-12; 1 Tim. 1:1-17; Matt. 12:22-32
-
- Tuesday: 26, 28; 36, 39
- Prov. 15:16-33; 1 Tim. 1:18-2:8; Matt. 12:33-42
-
- Wednesday: 38; 119:25-48
- Prov. 17:1-20; 1 Tim. 3:1-16; Matt. 12:43-50
-
- Thursday: 37:1-18; 37:19-42
- Prov. 21:30-22:6; 1 Tim. 4:1-16; Matt. 13:24-30
-
- Friday: 31; 35
- Prov. 23:19-21,29-24:2; 1 Tim. 5:17-22(23-25); Matt. 13:31-35
-
- Saturday: 30, 32; 42, 43
- Prov. 25:15-28; 1 Tim. 6:6-21; Matt. 13:36-43
-
-
- <Proper 4> =Week of the Sunday closest to May 11=
-
- Sunday: 63:1-8(9-11),98; 103
- Eccles. 1:1-11; Acts 8:26-40; Luke 11:1-13
-
- Monday: 41,52; 44
- Eccles. 2:1-15; Gal. 1:1-17; Matt. 13:44-52
-
- Tuesday: 45; 47,48
- Ecles. 2:16-26; Gal. 1:18-2:10; Matt. 13:53-58
-
- Wednesday: 119:49-72; 49,[53]
- Eccles. 3:1-15; Gal. 2:11-21; Matt. 14:1-12
-
- Thursday: 50; [59,60] *or* 8, 84
- Eccles. 3:16-4:3; Gal. 3:1-14; Mat. 14:13-21
-
- Friday: 40, 54; 51
- Eccles. 5:1-7; Gal. 3:15-22; Matt. 14:22-36
-
- Saturday: 55; 138,139:1-17(18-23)
- Eccles. 5:8-20; Gal. 3:23-4:11; Matt. 15:1-20
-
-
- <Proper 5> =Week of the Sunday closest to June 8=
-
- Sunday: 24, 29; 8, 84
- Eccles. 6:1-12; Acts 10:9-23; Luke 12:32-40
-
- Monday: 56, 57, [58]; 64, 65
- Eccles. 7:1-14; Gal. 4:12-20; Matt. 15:21-28
-
- Tuesday: 61, 62; 68:1-20(21-23)24-36
- Eccles. 8:14-9:10; Gal. 4:21-31; Matt. 15:29-39
-
- Wednesday: 72; 119:73-96
- Eccles. 9:11-18; Gal. 5:1-15; Matt. 16:1-12
-
- Thursday: [70], 71; 74
- Eccles. 11:1-8; Gal. 5:16-24; Matt. 16:13-20
-
- Friday: 69:1-23(24-30)31-38; 73
- Eccles. 11:9-12:14; Gal. 5:25-6:10; Matt. 16:21-28
-
- Saturday: 75, 76; 23, 27
- Num. 3:1-13; Gal. 6:11-18; Matt. 17:1-13
-
-
- <Proper 6> =Week of the Sunday closest to June 15=
-
- Sunday: 93, 96; 34
- Num. 6:22-27; Acts 13:1-12; Luke 12:41-48
-
- Monday: 80; 77, [79]
- Num. 9:15-23,10:29-36; Rom. 1:1-15; Matt. 17:14-21
-
- Tuesday: 78:1-39; 78:40-72
- Num. 11:1-23; Rom. 1:16-25; Matt. 17:22-27
-
- Wednesday: 119:97-120; 81, 82
- Num. 11:24-33(34-35); Rom. 1:28-2:11; Matt. 18:1-9
-
- Thursday: [83] *or* 34; 85, 86
- Num. 12:1-16; Rom. 2:12-24; Matt. 18:10-20
-
- Friday: 88; 91, 92
- Num. 13:1-3,21-30; Rom. 2:25-3:8; Matt. 18:21-35
-
- Saturday: 87, 90; 136
- Num. 13:31-14:25; Rom. 3:9-20; Matt. 19:1-12
-
-
- <Proper 7> =Week of the Sunday closest to June 22=
-
- Sunday: 66, 67; 19, 46
- Num. 14:26-45; Acts 15:1-12; Luke 12:49-56
-
- Monday: 89:1-18; 89:19-52
- Num. 16:1-19; Rom. 3:21-31; Matt. 19:13-22
-
- Tuesday: 97, 99, [100]; 94, [95]
- Num. 16:20-35; Rom. 4:1-12; Matt. 19:23-30
-
- Wednesday: 101, 109:1-4(5-19)20-30; 119:121-144
- Num. 16:36-50; Rom. 4:13-25; Matt. 20:1-16
-
- Thursday: 105:1-22; 105:23-45
- Num. 17:1-11; Rom. 5:1-11; Matt. 20:17-28
-
- Friday: 102; 107:1-32
- Num. 20:1-13; Rom. 5:12-21; Matt. 20:29-34
-
- Saturday: 107:33-43, 108:1-6(7-13); 33
- Num. 20:14-29; Rom. 6:1-11; Matt. 21:1-11
-
-
- <Proper 8> =Week of Sunday closest to June 29
-
- Sunday: 118; 145
- Num. 21:4-9,21-35; Acts 17:(12-21)22-34; Luke 13:10-17
-
- Monday: 106:1-18; 106:19-48
- Num. 22:1-21; Rom. 6:12-23; Matt. 21:12-22
-
- Tuesday: [120], 121, 122, 123; 124, 125, 126, [127]
- Num. 22:21-38; Rom. 7:1-12; Matt. 21:23-32
-
- Wednesday: 119:145-176; 128, 129, 130
- Num. 22:41-23:12; Rom. 7:13-25; Matt. 21:33-46
-
- Thursday: 131, 132, [133]; 134, 135
- Num. 23:11-26; Rom. 8:1-11; Matt. 22:1-14
-
- Friday: 140, 142; 141, 143:1-11(12)
- Num. 24:1-13; Rom. 8:12-17; Matt. 22:15-22
-
- Saturday: 137:1-6(7-9), 144; 104
- Num. 24:12-25; Rom. 8:18-25; Matt. 22:23-40
-
-
- <Proper 9> =Week of the Sunday closest to July 6=
-
- Sunday: 146, 147; 111, 112, 113
- Num. 27:12-23; Acts 19:11-20; Mark 1:14-20
-
- Monday: 1, 2, 3; 4, 7
- Num. 32:1-6,16-27; Rom. 8:26-30; Matt. 23:1-12
-
- Tuesday: 5, 6; 10, 11
- Num. 35:1-3,9-15,30-34; Rom. 8:31-39; Matt. 23:13-26
-
- Wednesday: 119:1-24; 12, 13, 14
- Deut. 1:1-18; Rom. 9:1-18; Matt. 23:27-39
-
- Thursday: 18:1-20; 18:21-50
- Deut. 3:18-28; Rom. 9:19-33; Matt. 24:1-14
-
- Friday: 16, 17; 22
- Deut. 31:7-13,24-32:4; Rom 10:1-13; Matt. 24:15-31
-
- Saturday: 20, 21:1-7(8-14); 110:1-5(6-7), 116, 117
- Deut. 34:1-12; Rom. 10:14-21; Matt. 24:32-51
-
-
- <Proper 10> =Week of the Sunday closest to July 13=
-
- Sunday: 148, 149, 150; 114, 115
- Joshua 1:1-18; Acts 21:3-15; Mark 1:21-27
-
- Monday: 25; 9, 15
- Joshua 2:1-14; Rom. 11:1-12 Matt. 25:1-13
-
- Tuesday: 26, 28; 36, 39
- Joshua 2:15-24; Rom. 11:13-24; Matt. 25:14-30
-
- Wednesday: 38; 119:25-48
- Joshua 3:1-13; Rom. 11:25-36; Matt. 25:31-46
-
- Thursday: 37:1-18; 37:19-42
- Joshua 3:14-4:7; Rom. 12:1-8; Matt. 26:1-16
-
- Friday: 31; 35
- Joshua 4:19-5:1,10-15; Rom. 12:9-21; Matt. 26:17-25
-
- Saturday: 30, 32; 42, 43
- Joshua 6:1-14; Rom. 13:1-7; Matt. 26:26-35
-
-
- <Proper 11> =Week of the Sunday closest to July 20=
-
- Sunday: 63:1-8(9-11),98; 103
- Joshua 6:15-27; Acts 22:30-23:11; Mark 2:1-12
-
- Monday: 41,52; 44
- Joshua 7:1-13; Rom. 13:8-14; Matt. 26:36-46
-
- Tuesday: 45; 47,48
- Joshua 8:1-22; Rom. 14:1-12; Matt. 26:47-56
-
- Wednesday: 119:49-72; 49,[53]
- Joshua 8:30-35; Rom. 14:13-23; Matt. 26:57-68
-
- Thursday: 50; [59,60] *or* 66, 67
- Joshua 9:3-21; Rom. 15:1-13; Matt. 26:69-75
-
- Friday: 40,54; 51
- Joshua 9:22-10:15; Rom. 15:14-24; Matt. 27:1-10
-
- Saturday: 55; 138,139:1-17(18-23)
- Joshua 23:1-16; Rom. 15:25-33; Matt. 27:11-23
-
-
- <Proper 12> =Week of the Sunday closest to July 27=
-
- Sunday: 24, 29; 8, 84
- Joshua 24:1-15; Acts 28:23-31; Mark 2:23-28
-
- Monday: 56, 57, [58]; 64, 65
- Joshua 24:16-33; Rom. 16:1-16; Matt. 27:24-31
-
- Tuesday: 61, 62; 68:1-20(21-23)24-36
- Judges 2:1-5,11-23; Rom. 16:17-27; Matt. 27:32-44
-
- Wednesday: 72; 119:73-96
- Judges 3:12-30; Acts 1:1-14; Matt. 27:45-54
-
- Thursday: [70], 71; 74
- Judges 4:4-23; Acts 1:15-26; Matt. 27:55-66
-
- Friday: 69:1-23(24-30)31-38; 73
- Judges 5:1-18; Acts 2:1-21; Matt. 28:1-10
-
- Saturday: 75, 76; 23, 27
- Judges 5:19-31; Acts 2:22-36; Matt. 28:11-20
-
-
- <Proper 13> =Week of the Sunday closest to August 3=
-
- Sunday: 93, 96; 34
- Judges 6:1-24; 2 Cor. 9:6-15; Mark 3:20-30
-
- Monday: 80; 77, [79]
- Judges 6:25-40; Acts 2:37-47; John 1:1-18
-
- Tuesday: 78:1-39; 78:40-72
- Judges 7:1-18; Acts 3:1-11; John 1:19-28
-
- Wednesday: 119:97-120; 81, 82
- Judges 7:19-8:12; Acts 3:12-26; John 1:29-42
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- Thursday: [83] *or* 145; 85, 86
- Judges 8:22-35; Acts 4:1-12; John 1:43-51
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- Friday: 88; 91, 92
- Judges 9:1-16,19-21; Acts 4:13-31; John 2:2-12
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- Saturday: 87, 90; 136
- Judges 9:22-25,50-57; Acts 4:32-5:11; John 2:13-25
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-
- <Proper 14> =Week of the Sunday closest to August 10=
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- Sunday: 66, 67; 19, 46
- Judges 11:1-11,29-40; 2 Cor. 11:21b-31; Mark 4:35-41
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- Monday: 89:1-18; 89:19-52
- Judges 12:1-7; Acts 5:12-26; John 3:1-21
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- Tuesday: 97, 99, [100]; 94, [95]
- Judges 13:1-15; Acts 5:27-42; John 3:22-36
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- Wednesday: 101, 109:1-4(5-19)20-30; 119:121-144
- Judges 13:15-24; Acts 6:1-15; John 4:1-26
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- Thursday: 105:1-22; 105:23-45
- Judges 14:1-19; Acts 6:15-7:16; John 4:27-42
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- Friday: 102; 107:1-32
- Judges 14:20-15:20; Acts 7:17-29; John 4:43-54
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- Saturday: 107:33-43, 108:1-6(7-13); 33
- Judges 16:1-14; Acts 7:30-43; John 5:1-18
-
-
- <Proper 15> =Week of the Sunday closest to August 17=
-
- Sunday: 118; 145
- Judges 16:15-31; 2 Cor. 13:1-11; Mark 5:25-34
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- Monday: 106:1-18; 106:19-48
- Judges 17:1-13; Acts 7:44-8:1a; John 5:19-29
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- Tuesday: [120], 121, 122, 123; 124, 125, 126, [127]
- Judges 18:1-15; Acts 8:1-13; John 5:30-47
-
- Wednesday: 119:145-176; 128, 129, 130
- Judges 18:16-31; Acts 8:14-25; John 6:1-15
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- Thursday: 131, 132, [133]; 134, 135
- Job 1:1-22; Acts 8:26-40; John 6:16-27
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- Friday: 140, 142; 141, 143:1-11(12)
- Job 2:1-13; Acts 9:1-9; John 6:27-40
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- Saturday: 137:1-6(7-9), 144; 104
- Job 3:1-26; Acts 9:10-19a; JOhn 6:41-51
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-
- <Proper 16> =Week of the Sunday closest to August 24=
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- Sunday: 146, 147; 111, 112, 113
- Job 4:1-6,12-21; Rev. 4:1-11; Mark 6:1-6a
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- Monday: 1, 2, 3; 4, 7
- Job 4:1,5:1-11,17-21,26-27; Acts 9:19b-31; John 6:52-59
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- Tuesday: 5, 6; 10, 11
- Job 6:1-4,8-15,21; Acts 9:32-43; John 6:60-71
-
- Wednesday: 119:1-24; 12, 13, 14
- Job 6:1,7:1-21; Acts 10:1-16; John 7:1-13
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- Thursday: 18:1-20; 18:21-50
- Job 6:1,7:1-21; Acts 10:17-33; John 7:14-36
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- Friday: 16, 17; 22
- Job 9:1-15,32-35; Acts 10:34-48; John 7:37-52
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- Saturday: 20, 21:1-7(8-14); 110:1-5(6-7), 116, 117
- Job 9:1,10:1-9,16-22; Acts 11:1-18; John 8:12-20
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-
- <Proper 17> =Week of the Sunday closest to August 31=
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- Sunday: 148, 149, 150; 114, 115
- Job 11:1-9,13-20; Rev. 5:1-14; Matt. 5:1-12
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- Monday: 25; 9, 15
- Job 12:1-6,13-25; Acts 11:19-30; John 8:21-32
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- Tuesday: 26, 28; 36, 39
- Job 12:1,13:3-17,21-27; Acts 12:1-17; John 8:33-47
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- Wednesday: 38; 119:25-48
- Job 12:1,14:1-22; Acts 12:18-25; John 8:47-59
-
- Thursday: 37:1-18; 37:19-42
- Job 16:16-22,17:1,13-16; Acts 13:1-12; John 9:1-17
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- Friday: 31; 35
- Job 19:1-7,14-27; Acts 13:13-25; John 9:18-41
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- Saturday: 30, 32; 42, 43
- Job 22:1-4,21-23:7; Acts 13:26-43; John 10:1-18
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-
- <Proper 18> =Week of the Sunday closest to September 7=
-
- Sunday: 63:1-8(9-11), 98; 103
- Job 25:1-6,27:1-6; Rev. 14:1-7,13; Matt. 5:13-20
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- Monday: 41, 52; 44
- Job 32:1-10,19-33:1,19-28; Acts 13:44-52; John 10:19-30
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- Tuesday: 45; 47, 48
- Job 29:1-20; Acts 14:1-18; John 10:31-42
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- Wednesday: 119:49-72; 49,[53]
- Job 29:1,30:1-2,16-31; Acts 14:19-28; John 11:1-16
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- Thursday: 50; [59,60] *or* 93, 96
- Job 29:1,31:1-23; Acts 15:1-11; John 11:17-29
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- Friday: 40,54; 51
- Job 29:1,31:24-40; Acts 15:12-21; John 11:30-44
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- Saturday: 55; 138,139:1-17(18-23)
- Job 38:1-17; Acts 15:22-35; John 11:45-54
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-
- <Proper 19> =Week of the Sunday closest to September 14=
-
- Sunday: 24, 29; 8, 84
- Job 38:1,18-41; Rev. 18:1-8; Matt. 5:21-26
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- Monday: 56, 57, [58]; 64, 65
- Job 40:1-24; Acts 15:36-16:5; John 11:55-12:8
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- Tuesday: 61, 62; 68:1-20(21-23)24-36
- Job 40:1,41:1-11; Acts 16:6-15; John 12:9-19
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- Wednesday: 72; 119:73-96
- Job 42:1-17; Acts 16:16-24; John 12:20-26
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- Thursday: [70], 71; 74
- Job 28:1-28; Acts 16:25-40; John 12:27-36a
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- Friday: 69:1-23(24-30)31-38; 73
- Esther 1:1-4,10-19[*]; Acts 17:1-15; John 12:36b-43
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- Saturday: 75, 76; 23, 27
- Esther 2:5-8,15-23[*]; Acts 17:16-34; John 12:44-50
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- [*] In place of Esther may be read Judith: F 4:1-15, Sa 5:1-21
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-
- <Proper 20> =Week of the Sunday closest to September 21=
-
- Sunday: 93, 96; 34
- Esther 3:1-4:3[*]; James 1:19-27; Matt. 6:1-6,16-18
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- Monday: 80; 77, [79]
- Esther 4:4-17[*]; Acts 18:1-11; Luke (1:1-4),3:1-14
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- Tuesday: 78:1-39; 78:40-72
- Esther 5:1-14[*]; Acts 18:12-28; Luke 3:15-22
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- Wednesday: 119:97-120; 81, 82
- Esther 6:1-14[*]; Acts 19:1-10; Luke 4:1-13
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- Thursday: [83] *or* 146, 147; 85, 86
- Esther 7:1-10[*]; Acts 19:11-20; Luke 4:14-30
-
- Friday: 88; 91, 92
- Esther 8:1-8,15-17[*]; Acts 19:21-41; Luke 4:31-37
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- Saturday: 87, 90; 136
- Hosea 1:1-2:1; Acts 20:1-16; Luke 4:38-44
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-
- <Proper 21> =Week of the Sunday closest to September 28=
-
- Sunday: 66, 67; 19, 46
- Hosea 2:2-14; James 3:1-13; Matt. 13:44-52
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- Monday: 89:1-18; 89:19-52
- Hosea 2:14-23; Acts 20:17-38; Luke 5:1-11
-
- Tuesday: 97, 99, [100]; 94, [95]
- Hosea 4:1-10; Acts 21:1-14; Luke 5:12-26
-
- Wednesday: 101, 109:1-4(5-19)20-30; 119:121-144
- Hosea 4:11-19; Acts 21:15-26; Luke 5:27-39
-
- Thursday: 105:1-22; 105:23-45
- Hosea 5:8-6:6; Acts 21:27-36; Luke 6:1-11
-
- Friday: 102; 107:1-32
- Hosea 10:1-15; Acts 21:37-22:16; Luke 6:12-26
-
- Saturday: 107:33-43, 108:1-6(7-13); 33
- Hosea 11:1-9; Acts 22:17-29; Luke 6:27-38
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-
- <Proper 22> =Week of the Sunday closest to October 5=
-
- Sunday: 118; 145
- Hosea 13:4-14; 1 Cor. 2:6-16; Matt. 14:1-12
-
- Monday: 106:1-18; 106:19-48
- Hosea 14:1-9; Acts 22:30-23:11; Luke 6:39-49
-
- Tuesday: [120], 121, 122, 123; 124, 125, 126, [127]
- Micah 1:1-9; Acts 23:12-24; Luke 7:1-17
-
- Wednesday: 119:145-176; 128, 129, 130
- Micah 2:1-13; Acts 23:23-35; Luke 7:18-35
-
- Thursday: 131, 132, [133]; 134, 135
- Micah 3:1-8; Acts 24:1-23; Luke 7:36-50
-
- Friday: 140, 142; 141, 143:1-11(12)
- Micah 3:9-4:5; Acts 24:24-25:12; Luke 8:1-15
-
- Saturday: 137:1-6(7-9), 144; 104
- Micah 5:1-4,10-15; Acts 25:13-27; Luke 8:16-25
-
-
- <Proper 23> =Week of the Sunday closest to October 12=
-
- Sunday: 146, 147; 111, 112, 113
- Micah 6:1-8; 1 Cor. 4:9-16; Matt. 15:21-28
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- Monday: 1, 2, 3; 4, 7
- Micah 7:1-7; Acts 26:1-23; Luke 8:26-39
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- Tuesday: 5, 6; 10, 11
- Jonah 1:1-17a; Acts 26:24-27:8; Luke 8:40-56
-
- Wednesday: 119:1-24; 12, 13, 14
- Jonah 1:17-2:10; Acts 27:9-26; Luke 9:1-17
-
- Thursday: 18:1-20; 18:21-50
- Jonah 3:1-4:11; Acts 27:27-44; Luke 9:18-27
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- Friday: 16, 17; 22
- Ecclus. 1:1-10,18-27; Acts 28:1-16; Luke 9:28-36
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- Saturday: 20, 21:1-7(8-14); 110:1-5(6-7), 116, 117
- Ecclus. 3:17-31; Acts 28:17-31; Luke 9:37-50
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- <Proper 24> =Week of the Sunday closest to October 19=
-
- Sunday: 148, 149, 150; 114, 115
- Ecclus. 4:1-10; 1 Cor. 10:1-13; Matt. 16:13-20
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- Monday: 25; 9, 15
- Ecclus. 4:20-5:7; Rev. 7:1-8; Luke 9:51-62
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- Tuesday: 26, 28; 36, 39
- Ecclus. 6:5-17; Rev. 7:9-17; Luke 10:1-16
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- Wednesday: 38; 119:25-48
- Ecclus. 7:4-14; Rev. 8:1-13; Luke 10:17-24
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- Thursday: 37:1-18; 37:19-42
- Ecclus. 10:1-18; Rev. 9:1-12; Luke 10:25-37
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- Friday: 31; 35
- Ecclus. 11:2-20; Rev. 9:13-21; Luke 10:38-42
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- Saturday: 30, 32; 42, 43
- Ecclus. 15:9-20; Rev. 10:1-11; Luke 11:1-13
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- <Proper 25> =Week of the Sunday closest to October 26=
-
- Sunday: 63:1-8(9-11),98; 103
- Ecclus. 18:19-33; 1 Cor. 10:15-24; Matt. 18:15-20
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- Monday: 41,52; 44
- Ecclus. 19:4-17; Rev. 11:1-14; Luke 11:14-26
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- Tuesday: 45; 47,48
- Ecclus. 24:1-12; Rev. 11:14-19; Luke 11:27-36
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- Wednesday: 119:49-72; 49,[53]
- Ecclus. 28:14-26; Rev. 12:1-6; Luke 11:37-52
-
- Thursday: 50; [59,60] *or* 33
- Ecclus. 31:12-18,25-32:2; Rev. 12:7-17; Luke 11:53-12:12
-
- Friday: 40,54; 51
- Ecclus. 34:1-8,18-22; Rev. 13:1-10; Luke 12:13-31
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- Saturday: 55; 138,139:1-17(18-23)
- Ecclus. 35:1-17; Rev. 13:11-18; Luke 12:32-48
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- <Proper 26> =Week of the Sunday closest to November 2=
-
- Sunday: 24, 29; 8, 84
- Ecclus. 36:1-17; 1 Cor. 12:27-13:13; Matt. 18:21-35
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- Monday: 56, 57, [58]; 64, 65
- Ecclus. 38:24-34; Rev. 14:1-13; Luke 12:49-59
-
- Tuesday: 61, 62; 68:1-20(21-23)24-36
- Ecclus. 43:1-22; Rev. 14:14-15:8; Luke 13:1-9
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- Wednesday: 72; 119:73-96
- Ecclus. 43:23-33; Rev. 16:1-11; Luke 13:10-17
-
- Thursday: [70], 71; 74
- Ecclus. 44:1-15; Rev. 16:12-21; Luke 14:18-30
-
- Friday: 69:1-23(24-30)31-38; 73
- Ecclus. 50:1,11-24; Rev. 17:1-18; Luke 13:31-35
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- Saturday: 75, 76; 23, 27
- Ecclus. 51:1-12; Rev. 18:1-14; Luke 14:1-11
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-
- <Proper 27> =Week of the Sunday closest to November 9=
-
- Sunday: 93, 96; 34
- Ecclus. 51:13-22; 1 Cor. 14:1-12; Matt. 20:1-16
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- Monday: 80; 77, [79]
- Joel 1:1-13; Rev. 18:15-24; Luke 14:12-24
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- Tuesday: 78:1-39; 78:40-72
- Joel 1:15-2:2(3-11); Rev. 19:1-10; Luke 14:25-35
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- Wednesday: 119:97-120; 81, 82
- Joel 2:12-19; Rev. 19:11-21; Luke 15:1-10
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- Thursday: [83] *or* 23,27; 85, 86
- Joel 2:21-27; James 1:1-15; Luke 15:1-2,11-32
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- Friday: 88; 91, 92
- Joel 2:28-3:8; James 1:16-27; Luke 16:1-9
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- Saturday: 87, 90; 136
- Joel 3:9-17; James 2:1-13; Luke 16:10-17(18)
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-
- <Proper 28> =Week of the Sunday closest to November 16=
-
- Sunday: 66, 67; 19, 46
- Hab. 1:1-4(5-11)12-2:1; Phil. 3:13-4:1; Matt. 23:13-24
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- Monday: 89:1-18; 89:19-52
- Hab. 2:1-4,9-20; James 2:14-26; Luke 16:19-31
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- Tuesday: 97, 99, [100]; 94, [95]
- Hab. 3:1-10(11-15)16-18; James 3:1-12; Luke 17:1-10
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- Wednesday: 101, 109:1-4(5-19)20-30; 119:121-144
- Mal. 1:1,6-14; James 3:13-4:12; Luke 17:11-19
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- Thursday: 105:1-22; 105:23-45
- Mal. 2:1-16; James 4:13-5:6; Luke 17:20-37
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- Friday: 102; 107:1-32
- Mal. 3:1-12; James 5:7-12; Luke 18:1-8
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- Saturday: 107:33-43, 108:1-6(7-13); 33
- Mal. 3:13-4:6; James 5:13-20; Luke 18:9-14
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- <Proper 29> =Week of the Sunday closest to November 23=
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- Sunday: 118; 145
- Zech. 9:9-16; 1 Pet. 3:13-22; Matt. 21:1-13
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- Monday: 106:1-18; 106:19-48
- Zech. 10:1-12; Gal. 6:1-10; Luke 18:15-30
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- Tuesday: [120], 121, 122, 123; 124, 125, 126, [127]
- Zech. 11:4-17; 1 Cor. 3:10-23; Luke 18:31-43
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- Wednesday: 119:145-176; 128, 129, 130
- Zech. 12:1-10; Eph. 1:3-14; Luke 19:1-10
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- Thursday: 131, 132, [133]; 134, 135
- Zech. 13:1-9; Eph. 1:15-23; Luke 19:11-27
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- Friday: 140, 142; 141, 143:1-11(12)
- Zech. 14:1-11; Rom. 15:7-13; Luke 19:28-40
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- Saturday: 137:1-6(7-9), 144; 104
- Zech. 14:12-21; Phil. 2:1-11; Luke 19:41-48
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- </Year Two>
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- <Holy Days>
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- St. Andrew; November 30:
- 34; Isaiah 49:1-6; 1 Corinthians 4:1-16
- 96,100; Isaiah 55:1-5; John 1:35-42
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- St. Thomas; December 21:
- 23,121; Job 42:1-6; 1 Peter 1:3-9
- 27; Isaiah 43: 8-13; John 14:1-7
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- St. Stephen; December 26:
- 28,30; 2 Chronicles 24:17-22; Acts 6:1-7
- 118; Wisdom 4:7-15; Acts 7:59-8:8
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- St. John; December 27:
- 97,98; Proverbs 8:22-30; John 13:20-35
- 145; Isaiah 44:1-8; 1 John 5:1-12
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- Holy Innocents; December 28:
- 2,26; Isaiah 49:13-23; Matthew 18:1-14
- 19,126; Isaiah 54:1-13; Mark 10:13-16
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- Confession of St. Peter; January 18:
- 66,67; Ezekiel 3:4-11; Acts 10:34-44
- 118; Ezekiel 34:11-16; John 21:15-22
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- Conversion of St. Paul; January 25:
- 19; Isaiah 45:18-25; Philippians 3:4b-11
- 119:89-112; Ecclesiasticus 39:1-10; Acts 9:1-22
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- Eve of the Presentation:
- ; ;
- 113,122; 1 Samuel 1:20-28a; Romans 8:14-21
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- The Presentation; February 2:
- 42, 43; 1 Samuel 2:1-10; John 8:31-36
- 48,87; Haggai 2:1-9; 1 John 3:1-8
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- St. Matthias; February 24:
- 80; 1 Samuel 16:1-13; 1 John 2:18-25
- 33; 1 Samuel 12:1-5; Acts 20:17-35
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- St. Joseph; March 19:
- 132; Isaiah 63:7-16; Matthew 1:18-25
- 34; 2 Chronicles 6:12-17; Ephesians 3:14-21
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- Eve of the Annunciation
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- 8, 138; Genesis 3:1-15; Romans 5:12-21 or Galatians 4:1-7
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- The Annunciation; March 25:
- 85, 87; Isaiah 52:7-12; Hebrews 2:5-10
- 110:1-5(6-7),132; Wisdom 9:1-12; John 1:9-14
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- St. Mark; April 25:
- 145; Ecclesiasticus 2:1-11; Acts 12:25-13:3
- 67, 96; Isaiah 62:6-12; 2 Timothy 4:1-11
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- SS. Philip & James; May 1:
- 119:137-160; Job 23:1-12; John 1:43-51
- 139; Proverbs 4:7-18; John 12:20-26
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- Eve of the Visitation:
- ;;
- 132; Isaiah 11:1-10; Hebrews 2:11-18
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- The Visitation; May 31:
- 72; 1 Samuel 1:1-20; Hebrews 3:1-6
- 146,147; Zechariah 2:10-13; John 3:25-30
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- St. Barnabas; June 11:
- 15,67; Ecclesiasticus 31:3-11; Acts 4:32-37
- 19, 146; Job 29:1-16; Acts 9:26-31
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- Eve of St. John the Baptist:
- ;;
- 103; Ecclesiasticus 48:1-11; Luke 1:5-23
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- Nativity of St. John the Baptist; June 24:
- 82, 98; Malachi 3:1-5; John 3:22-30
- 80; Malachi 4:1-6; Matthew 11:2-19
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- SS. Peter & Paul; June 29:
- 66; Ezekiel 2:1-7; Acts 11:1-18
- 97, 138; Isaiah 49:1-6; Galatians 2:1-9
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- Independence Day; July 4:
- 33; Ecclesiasticus 10:1-8,12-18; James 5:7-10
- 107:1-32; Micah 4:1-5; Revelation 21:1-7
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- St. Mary Magdalene; July 22:
- 116; Zephaniah 3:14-20; Mark 15:14-20
- 30, 149; Exodus 15:19-21; 2 Corinthians 1:3-7
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- St. James; July 25:
- 34; Jeremiah 16:14-21; Mark 1:14-20
- 33; Jeremiah 26:1-15; Matthew 10:16-32
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- Eve of the Tranfiguration:
- ;;
- 84; 1 Kings 19:1-12; 2 Corinthians 3:1-9,18
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- The Transfiguration; August 6;
- 2,24; Exodus 24:12-18; 2 Corinthians 4:1-6
- 72; Daniel 7:9-10,13-14; John 12:27-36a
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- St. Mary the Virgin; August 15:
- 113, 115; 1 Samuel 2:1-10; John 2:1-12
- 45, *or* 138, 149; Jeremiah 31:1-14 *or* Zechariah 2:10-13; John
- 19:23-27 *or* Acts 1:6-14
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- St. Bartholomew; August 24:
- 86; Genesis 28:10-17; John 1:43-51
- 15, 67; Isaiah 66:1-2,18-23; 1 Peter 5:1-11
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- Eve of Holy Cross:
- ;;
- 46, 87; 1 Kings 8:22-30; Ephesians 2:11-22
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- Holy Cross Day; September 14:
- 66; Numbers 21:4-9; John 3:11-17
- 118; Genesis 3:1-15; 1 Peter 3:17-22
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- St. Matthew; September 21:
- 119:41-64; Isaiah 8:11-20; Romans 10:1-15
- 19, 112; Job 28:12-28; Matthew 13:44-52
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- St. Michael & All Angels; September 29:
- 8, 148; Job 38:1-7; Hebrews 1:1-14
- 34, 150, *or* 104; Daniel 12:1-3 *or* 2 Kings 6:8-17; Mark 13:21-27
- *or* Revelation 5:1-14
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- St. Luke; October 18:
- 103; Ezekiel 47:1-12; Luke 1:1-4
- 67, 96; Isaiah 52:7-10; Acts 1:1-8
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- St. James of Jerusalem; October 23:
- 119:145-168; Jeremiah 11:18-23; Matthew 10:16-22
- 122,125; Isaiah 65:17-25; Hebrews 12:12-24
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- SS. Simon & Jude; October 28:
- 66; Isaiah 28:9-16; Ephesians 4:1-16
- 116,117; Isaiah 4:2-6; John 14:15-31
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- Eve of All Saints:
- ;;
- 34; Wisdom 3:1-9; Revelation 19:1,4-10
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- All Saints' Day; November 1:
- 111,112; 2 Esdras 2:42-47; Hebrews 11:32-12:2
- 148,150; Wisdom 5:1-5,14-16; Revelation 21:1-4,22--22:5
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- Thanksgiving Day:
- 147; Deuteronomy 26:1-11; John 6:26-35
- 145; Joel 2:21-27; 1 Thessalonians 5:12-24
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- <Special Occasions>
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- Eve of the Dedication:
- ;;
- 48,122; Haggai 2:1-9; 1 Corinthians 3:9-17
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- Anniversary of the Dedication of a Church:
- 132; 1 Kings 8:1-13; John 10:22-30
- 29, 46; 1 Kings 8:54-62; Hebrews 10:19-25
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- Eve of the Patronal Feast:
- ;;
- 27, *or* 116,117; Isaiah 49:1-13 *or* Ecclesiasticus 51:6b-12;
- Ephesians 4:1-13 *or* Revelation 7:9-17 *or* Luke 10:38-42
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- The Patronal Feast:
- 92,93, *or* 148, 149; Isaiah 52:7-10 *or* Job 5:8-21; Acts 4:5-13 *or*
- Luke 12:1-12
- 96,97 *or* 111,112; Jeremiah 31:10-14 *or* Ecclesiasticus 2:7-18;
- Romans 12:1-21 *or* Luke 21:10-19
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- Eves of Apostles and Evangelists:
- ;;
- 48, 122, *or* 84, 150; Isaiah 43:10-15[*] *or* Isaiah 52:7-10[**];
- Revelation 21:1-4,9-14 *or* Matthew 9:35-10:4
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- [**] Except on the Eves of St. Mark and St. Luke
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