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    Opening Verse

    You shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea, and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth. - Acts 1:8

    Confession

    Officiant: Let us humbly confess our sins unto Almighty God.

    People: Almighty and most merciful Father, we have erred and strayed from your ways like lost sheep. We have followed too much the devices and desires of our own hearts. We have offended against your 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; and apart from your grace, there is no health in us.
    O Lord, have mercy upon us. Spare all those who confess their faults. Restore all those who are penitent, according to your promises declared to all people in Christ Jesus our Lord. And grant, O most merciful Father, for his sake, that we may now live a godly, righteous, and sober life, to the glory of your holy Name. Amen.

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

    Invitatory & Psalms

    Officiant: O God, make speed to save us.
    People: O Lord, make haste to help us.
    Officiant & 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.

    Venite

    Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, one God: Come let us adore him.

    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!

    Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, one God: Come let us adore him.

    Psalm 37: Part I

    Noli aemulari

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    Do not fret yourself because of evildoers; *

    do not be jealous of those who do wrong.

    For they shall soon wither like the grass, *

    and like the green grass fade away.

    Put your trust in the Lord and do good; *

    dwell in the land and feed on its riches.

    Take delight in the Lord, *

    and he shall give you your heart’s desire.

    Commit your way to the Lord and put your trust in him, *

    and he will bring it to pass.

    He will make your righteousness as clear as the light *

    and your just dealing as the noonday.

    Be still before the Lord *

    and wait patiently for him.

    Do not fret yourself over the one who prospers, *

    the one who succeeds in evil schemes.

    Refrain from anger, leave rage alone; *

    do not fret yourself; it leads only to evil.

    For evildoers shall be cut off, *

    but those who wait upon the Lord shall possess the land.

    In a little while the wicked shall be no more; *

    you shall search out their place, but they will not be there.

    But the lowly shall possess the land; *

    they will delight in abundance of peace.

    The wicked plot against the righteous *

    and gnash at them with their teeth.

    The Lord laughs at the wicked, *

    because he sees that their day will come.

    The wicked draw their sword and bend their bow

    to strike down the poor and needy, *

    to slaughter those who are upright in their ways.

    Their sword shall go through their own heart, *

    and their bow shall be broken.

    The little that the righteous has *

    is better than great riches of the wicked.

    For the power of the wicked shall be broken, *

    but the Lord upholds the righteous.

    Glory to the 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 LessonsProv. 21:30-22:6

    No wisdom, no understanding, no counsel, can avail against the Lord. The horse is made ready for the day of battle, but the victory belongs to the Lord. A good name is to be chosen rather than great riches, and favor is better than silver or gold. The rich and the poor have this in common: the Lord is the maker of them all. The clever see danger and hide; but the simple go on, and suffer for it. The reward for humility and fear of the Lord is riches and honor and life. Thorns and snares are in the way of the perverse; the cautious will keep far from them. Train children in the right way, and when old, they will not stray.

    Officiant: The Word of the Lord
    People: Thanks be to God.

    Te Deum Laudamus

    You are God: we praise you;

    You are the Lord; we acclaim you;

    You are the eternal Father:

    All creation worships you.

    To you all angels, all the powers of heaven,

    Cherubim and Seraphim, sing in endless praise:

    Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might,

    heaven and earth are full of your glory.

    The glorious company of apostles praise you.

    The noble fellowship of prophets praise you.

    The white-robed army of martyrs praise you.

    Throughout the world the holy Church acclaims you;

    Father, of majesty unbounded,

    your true and only Son, worthy of all worship,

    and the Holy Spirit, advocate and guide.

    You, Christ, are the king of glory,

    the eternal Son of the Father.

    When you became man to set us free

    you did not shun the Virgin’s womb.

    You overcame the sting of death

    and opened the kingdom of heaven to all believers.

    You are seated at God’s right hand in glory.

    We believe that you will come and be our judge.

    Come then, Lord, and help your people,

    bought with the price of your own blood,

    and bring us with your saints

    to glory everlasting.

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

    1 Tim. 4:1-16

    Now the Spirit expressly says that in later times some will renounce the faith by paying attention to deceitful spirits and teachings of demons, through the hypocrisy of liars whose consciences are seared with a hot iron. They forbid marriage and demand abstinence from foods, which God created to be received with thanksgiving by those who believe and know the truth. For everything created by God is good, and nothing is to be rejected, provided it is received with thanksgiving; for it is sanctified by God's word and by prayer. If you put these instructions before the brothers and sisters, you will be a good servant of Christ Jesus, nourished on the words of the faith and of the sound teaching that you have followed. Have nothing to do with profane myths and old wives' tales. Train yourself in godliness, for, while physical training is of some value, godliness is valuable in every way, holding promise for both the present life and the life to come. The saying is sure and worthy of full acceptance. For to this end we toil and struggle, because we have our hope set on the living God, who is the Savior of all people, especially of those who believe. These are the things you must insist on and teach. Let no one despise your youth, but set the believers an example in speech and conduct, in love, in faith, in purity. Until I arrive, give attention to the public reading of scripture, to exhorting, to teaching. Do not neglect the gift that is in you, which was given to you through prophecy with the laying on of hands by the council of elders. Put these things into practice, devote yourself to them, so that all may see your progress. Pay close attention to yourself and to your teaching; continue in these things, for in doing this you will save both yourself and your hearers.

    Officiant: The Word of the Lord
    People: Thanks be to God.

    Benedictus Dominus Deus

    Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel; *

    he has come to his people and set them free.

    He has raised up for us a mighty savior, *

    born of the house of his servant David.

    Through his holy prophets he promised of old,

    that he would save us from our enemies, *

    from the hands of all who hate us.

    He promised to show mercy to our fathers *

    and to remember his holy covenant.

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

    to set us free from the hands of our enemies,

    Free to worship him without fear, *

    holy and righteous in his sight

    all the days of our life.

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

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

    To give his people knowledge of salvation *

    by the forgiveness of their sins.

    In the tender compassion of our God *

    the dawn from on high shall break upon us,

    To shine on those who dwell in darkness and the shadow of death, *

    and to guide our feet into the way of peace.

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

    The Creed

    I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth.

    I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord. He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary. He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. He descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again. He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

    I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.

    The Prayers

    Officiant: The Lord be with you.
    People: And also with you.
    Officiant: Let us pray

    The Lord’s Prayer

    Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen.

    The Suffrages

    Show us your mercy, O Lord;
    And grant us your salvation.
    Clothe your ministers with righteousness;
    Let your people sing with joy.
    Give peace, O Lord, in all the world;
    For only in you can we live in safety.
    Lord, keep this nation under your care;
    And guide us in the way of justice and truth.
    Let your way be known upon earth;
    Your saving health among all nations.
    Let not the needy, O Lord, be forgotten;
    Nor the hope of the poor be taken away.
    Create in us clean hearts, O God;
    And sustain us with your Holy Spirit.

    Take a moment at this time to reflect and pray for the needs of others.

    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.

    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 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.

    For Mission

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

    Thanksgivings

    The General Thanksgiving

    Almighty God, Father of all mercies, we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks for all your goodness and loving-kindness to us and to all whom you have made.
    We bless you for our creation, preservation, and all the blessings of this life; but above all for your immeasurable love in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ; for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.
    And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies, that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise, not only with our lips, but in our lives, by giving up our selves to your service, and by walking before you in holiness and righteousness all our days; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

    A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

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

    Conclusion

    Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia, alleluia.
    Thanks be to God. Alleluia, alleluia.

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

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    Opening Verse

    You shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea, and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth. - Acts 1:8

    Confession

    Officiant: Let us humbly confess our sins unto Almighty God.

    People: Almighty and most merciful Father, we have erred and strayed from your ways like lost sheep. We have followed too much the devices and desires of our own hearts. We have offended against your 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; and apart from your grace, there is no health in us.
    O Lord, have mercy upon us. Spare all those who confess their faults. Restore all those who are penitent, according to your promises declared to all people in Christ Jesus our Lord. And grant, O most merciful Father, for his sake, that we may now live a godly, righteous, and sober life, to the glory of your holy Name. Amen.

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

    Invitatory & Psalms

    Officiant: O God, make speed to save us.
    People: O Lord, make haste to help us.
    Officiant & 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.

    Venite

    Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, one God: Come let us adore him.

    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!

    Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, one God: Come let us adore him.

    Psalm 38

    Domine, ne in furore

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    OLord, do not rebuke me in your anger; *

    do not punish me in your wrath.

    For your arrows have already pierced me, *

    and your hand presses hard upon me.

    There is no health in my flesh,

    because of your indignation; *

    there is no soundness in my body, because of my sin.

    For my iniquities overwhelm me; *

    like a heavy burden they are too much for me to bear.

    My wounds stink and fester *

    by reason of my foolishness.

    I am utterly bowed down and prostrate; *

    I go about in mourning all the day long.

    My loins are filled with searing pain; *

    there is no health in my body.

    I am utterly numb and crushed; *

    I wail, because of the groaning of my heart.

    O Lord, you know all my desires, *

    and my sighing is not hidden from you.

    My heart is pounding, my strength has failed me, *

    and the brightness of my eyes is gone from me.

    My friends and companions draw back from my affliction; *

    my neighbors stand afar off.

    Those who seek after my life lay snares for me; *

    those who strive to hurt me speak of my ruin

    and plot treachery all the day long.

    But I am like the deaf who do not hear, *

    like those who are mute and who do not open their mouth.

    I have become like one who does not hear *

    and from whose mouth comes no defense.

    For in you, O Lord, have I fixed my hope; *

    you will answer me, O Lord my God.

    For I said, “Do not let them rejoice at my expense, *

    those who gloat over me when my foot slips.”

    Truly, I am on the verge of falling, *

    and my pain is always with me.

    I will confess my iniquity *

    and be sorry for my sin.

    Those who are my enemies without cause are mighty, *

    and many in number are those who wrongfully hate me.

    Those who repay evil for good slander me, *

    because I follow the course that is right.

    O Lord, do not forsake me; *

    be not far from me, O my God.

    Make haste to help me, *

    O Lord of my salvation.

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

    The Lessons

    Prov. 17:1-20

    Better is a dry morsel with quiet than a house full of feasting with strife. A slave who deals wisely will rule over a child who acts shamefully, and will share the inheritance as one of the family. The crucible is for silver, and the furnace is for gold, but the Lord tests the heart. An evildoer listens to wicked lips; and a liar gives heed to a mischievous tongue. Those who mock the poor insult their Maker; those who are glad at calamity will not go unpunished. Grandchildren are the crown of the aged, and the glory of children is their parents. Fine speech is not becoming to a fool; still less is false speech to a ruler. A bribe is like a magic stone in the eyes of those who give it; wherever they turn they prosper. One who forgives an affront fosters friendship, but one who dwells on disputes will alienate a friend. A rebuke strikes deeper into a discerning person than a hundred blows into a fool. Evil people seek only rebellion, but a cruel messenger will be sent against them. Better to meet a she-bear robbed of its cubs than to confront a fool immersed in folly. Evil will not depart from the house of one who returns evil for good. The beginning of strife is like letting out water; so stop before the quarrel breaks out. One who justifies the wicked and one who condemns the righteous are both alike an abomination to the Lord. Why should fools have a price in hand to buy wisdom, when they have no mind to learn? A friend loves at all times, and kinsfolk are born to share adversity. It is senseless to give a pledge, to become surety for a neighbor. One who loves transgression loves strife; one who builds a high threshold invites broken bones. The crooked of mind do not prosper, and the perverse of tongue fall into calamity.

    Officiant: The Word of the Lord
    People: Thanks be to God.

    21. You are God

    Te Deum laudamus

    You are God: we praise you;

    You are the Lord; we acclaim you;

    You are the eternal Father:

    All creation worships you.

    To you all angels, all the powers of heaven,

    Cherubim and Seraphim, sing in endless praise:

    Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might,

    heaven and earth are full of your glory.

    The glorious company of apostles praise you.

    The noble fellowship of prophets praise you.

    The white-robed army of martyrs praise you.

    Throughout the world the holy Church acclaims you;

    Father, of majesty unbounded,

    your true and only Son, worthy of all worship,

    and the Holy Spirit, advocate and guide.

    You, Christ, are the king of glory,

    the eternal Son of the Father.

    When you became man to set us free

    you did not shun the Virgin’s womb.

    You overcame the sting of death

    and opened the kingdom of heaven to all believers.

    You are seated at God’s right hand in glory.

    We believe that you will come and be our judge.

    Come then, Lord, and help your people,

    bought with the price of your own blood,

    and bring us with your saints

    to glory everlasting.

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

    1 Tim. 3:1-16

    The saying is sure: whoever aspires to the office of bishop desires a noble task. Now a bishop must be above reproach, married only once, temperate, sensible, respectable, hospitable, an apt teacher, not a drunkard, not violent but gentle, not quarrelsome, and not a lover of money. He must manage his own household well, keeping his children submissive and respectful in every way-- for if someone does not know how to manage his own household, how can he take care of God's church? He must not be a recent convert, or he may be puffed up with conceit and fall into the condemnation of the devil. Moreover, he must be well thought of by outsiders, so that he may not fall into disgrace and the snare of the devil. Deacons likewise must be serious, not double-tongued, not indulging in much wine, not greedy for money; they must hold fast to the mystery of the faith with a clear conscience. And let them first be tested; then, if they prove themselves blameless, let them serve as deacons. Women likewise must be serious, not slanderers, but temperate, faithful in all things. Let deacons be married only once, and let them manage their children and their households well; for those who serve well as deacons gain a good standing for themselves and great boldness in the faith that is in Christ Jesus. I hope to come to you soon, but I am writing these instructions to you so that, if I am delayed, you may know how one ought to behave in the household of God, which is the church of the living God, the pillar and bulwark of the truth. Without any doubt, the mystery of our religion is great: He was revealed in flesh, vindicated in spirit, seen by angels, proclaimed among Gentiles, believed in throughout the world, taken up in glory.

    Officiant: The Word of the Lord
    People: Thanks be to God.

    16. The Song of Zechariah

    Benedictus Dominus Deus - Luke 1: 68-79

    Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel; *

    he has come to his people and set them free.

    He has raised up for us a mighty savior, *

    born of the house of his servant David.

    Through his holy prophets he promised of old,

    that he would save us from our enemies, *

    from the hands of all who hate us.

    He promised to show mercy to our fathers *

    and to remember his holy covenant.

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

    to set us free from the hands of our enemies,

    Free to worship him without fear, *

    holy and righteous in his sight

    all the days of our life.

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

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

    To give his people knowledge of salvation *

    by the forgiveness of their sins.

    In the tender compassion of our God *

    the dawn from on high shall break upon us,

    To shine on those who dwell in darkness and the shadow of death, *

    and to guide our feet into the way of peace.

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

    The Creed

    I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth.

    I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord. He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary. He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. He descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again. He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

    I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.

    The Prayers

    Officiant: The Lord be with you.
    People: And also with you.
    Officiant: Let us pray

    The Lord’s Prayer

    Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen.

    The Suffrages

    Show us your mercy, O Lord;
    And grant us your salvation.
    Clothe your ministers with righteousness;
    Let your people sing with joy.
    Give peace, O Lord, in all the world;
    For only in you can we live in safety.
    Lord, keep this nation under your care;
    And guide us in the way of justice and truth.
    Let your way be known upon earth;
    Your saving health among all nations.
    Let not the needy, O Lord, be forgotten;
    Nor the hope of the poor be taken away.
    Create in us clean hearts, O God;
    And sustain us with your Holy Spirit.

    Take a moment at this time to reflect and pray for the needs of others.

    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.

    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 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.

    For Mission

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

    Thanksgivings

    The General Thanksgiving

    Almighty God, Father of all mercies, we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks for all your goodness and loving-kindness to us and to all whom you have made.
    We bless you for our creation, preservation, and all the blessings of this life; but above all for your immeasurable love in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ; for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.
    And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies, that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise, not only with our lips, but in our lives, by giving up our selves to your service, and by walking before you in holiness and righteousness all our days; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

    A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

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

    Conclusion

    Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia, alleluia.
    Thanks be to God. Alleluia, alleluia.

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

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    Opening Verse

    You shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea, and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth. - Acts 1:8

    Confession

    Officiant: Let us humbly confess our sins unto Almighty God.

    People: Almighty and most merciful Father, we have erred and strayed from your ways like lost sheep. We have followed too much the devices and desires of our own hearts. We have offended against your 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; and apart from your grace, there is no health in us.
    O Lord, have mercy upon us. Spare all those who confess their faults. Restore all those who are penitent, according to your promises declared to all people in Christ Jesus our Lord. And grant, O most merciful Father, for his sake, that we may now live a godly, righteous, and sober life, to the glory of your holy Name. Amen.

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

    Invitatory & Psalms

    Officiant: O God, make speed to save us.
    People: O Lord, make haste to help us.
    Officiant & 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.

    Venite

    Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, one God: Come let us adore him.

    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!

    Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, one God: Come let us adore him.

    Psalm 26

    Give judgment for me, O Lord,

    for I have lived with integrity; *

    I have trusted in the Lord and have not faltered.

    Test me, O Lord, and try me; *

    examine my heart and my mind.

    For your love is before my eyes; *

    I have walked faithfully with you.

    I have not sat with the worthless, *

    nor do I consort with the deceitful.

    I have hated the company of evildoers; *

    I will not sit down with the wicked.

    I will wash my hands in innocence, O Lord, *

    that I may go in procession round your altar,

    Singing aloud a song of thanksgiving *

    and recounting all your wonderful deeds.

    Lord, I love the house in which you dwell *

    and the place where your glory abides.

    Do not sweep me away with sinners, *

    nor my life with those who thirst for blood,

    Whose hands are full of evil plots, *

    and their right hand full of bribes.

    As for me, I will live with integrity; *

    redeem me, O Lord, and have pity on me.

    My foot stands on level ground; *

    in the full assembly I will bless the Lord.

    Psalm 28

    OLord, I call to you;

    my Rock, do not be deaf to my cry; *

    lest, if you do not hear me,

    I become like those who go down to the Pit.

    Hear the voice of my prayer when I cry out to you, *

    when I lift up my hands to your holy of holies.

    Do not snatch me away with the wicked or with the evildoers, *

    who speak peaceably with their neighbors,

    while strife is in their hearts.

    Repay them according to their deeds, *

    and according to the wickedness of their actions.

    According to the work of their hands repay them, *

    and give them their just deserts.

    They have no understanding of the Lord’s doings,

    nor of the works of his hands; *

    therefore he will break them down and not build them up.

    Blessed is the Lord! *

    for he has heard the voice of my prayer.

    The Lord is my strength and my shield; *

    my heart trusts in him, and I have been helped;

    Therefore my heart dances for joy, *

    and in my song will I praise him.

    The Lord is the strength of his people, *

    a safe refuge for his anointed.

    Save your people and bless your inheritance; *

    shepherd them and carry them 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 Lessons

    Prov. 15:16-33

    Better is a little with the fear of the Lord than great treasure and trouble with it. Better is a dinner of vegetables where love is than a fatted ox and hatred with it. Those who are hot-tempered stir up strife, but those who are slow to anger calm contention. The way of the lazy is overgrown with thorns, but the path of the upright is a level highway. A wise child makes a glad father, but the foolish despise their mothers. Folly is a joy to one who has no sense, but a person of understanding walks straight ahead. Without counsel, plans go wrong, but with many advisers they succeed. To make an apt answer is a joy to anyone, and a word in season, how good it is! For the wise the path of life leads upward, in order to avoid Sheol below. The Lord tears down the house of the proud, but maintains the widow's boundaries. Evil plans are an abomination to the Lord, but gracious words are pure. Those who are greedy for unjust gain make trouble for their households, but those who hate bribes will live. The mind of the righteous ponders how to answer, but the mouth of the wicked pours out evil. The Lord is far from the wicked, but he hears the prayer of the righteous. The light of the eyes rejoices the heart, and good news refreshes the body. The ear that heeds wholesome admonition will lodge among the wise. Those who ignore instruction despise themselves, but those who heed admonition gain understanding. The fear of the Lord is instruction in wisdom, and humility goes before honor.

    Officiant: The Word of the Lord
    People: Thanks be to God.

    21. You are God

    Te Deum laudamus

    You are God: we praise you;

    You are the Lord; we acclaim you;

    You are the eternal Father:

    All creation worships you.

    To you all angels, all the powers of heaven,

    Cherubim and Seraphim, sing in endless praise:

    Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might,

    heaven and earth are full of your glory.

    The glorious company of apostles praise you.

    The noble fellowship of prophets praise you.

    The white-robed army of martyrs praise you.

    Throughout the world the holy Church acclaims you;

    Father, of majesty unbounded,

    your true and only Son, worthy of all worship,

    and the Holy Spirit, advocate and guide.

    You, Christ, are the king of glory,

    the eternal Son of the Father.

    When you became man to set us free

    you did not shun the Virgin’s womb.

    You overcame the sting of death

    and opened the kingdom of heaven to all believers.

    You are seated at God’s right hand in glory.

    We believe that you will come and be our judge.

    Come then, Lord, and help your people,

    bought with the price of your own blood,

    and bring us with your saints

    to glory everlasting.

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

    1 Tim. 1:18-2:8

    Iam giving you these instructions, Timothy, my child, in accordance with the prophecies made earlier about you, so that by following them you may fight the good fight, having faith and a good conscience. By rejecting conscience, certain persons have suffered shipwreck in the faith; among them are Hymenaeus and Alexander, whom I have turned over to Satan, so that they may learn not to blaspheme. First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for everyone, for kings and all who are in high positions, so that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and dignity. This is right and is acceptable in the sight of God our Savior, who desires everyone to be saved and to come to the knowledge of the truth. For there is one God; there is also one mediator between God and humankind, Christ Jesus, himself human, who gave himself a ransom for all-- this was attested at the right time. For this I was appointed a herald and an apostle (I am telling the truth, I am not lying), a teacher of the Gentiles in faith and truth. I desire, then, that in every place the men should pray, lifting up holy hands without anger or argument;

    Officiant: The Word of the Lord
    People: Thanks be to God.

    16. The Song of Zechariah

    Benedictus Dominus Deus - Luke 1: 68-79

    Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel; *

    he has come to his people and set them free.

    He has raised up for us a mighty savior, *

    born of the house of his servant David.

    Through his holy prophets he promised of old,

    that he would save us from our enemies, *

    from the hands of all who hate us.

    He promised to show mercy to our fathers *

    and to remember his holy covenant.

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

    to set us free from the hands of our enemies,

    Free to worship him without fear, *

    holy and righteous in his sight

    all the days of our life.

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

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

    To give his people knowledge of salvation *

    by the forgiveness of their sins.

    In the tender compassion of our God *

    the dawn from on high shall break upon us,

    To shine on those who dwell in darkness and the shadow of death, *

    and to guide our feet into the way of peace.

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

    The Creed

    I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth.

    I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord. He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary. He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. He descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again. He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

    I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.

    The Prayers

    Officiant: The Lord be with you.
    People: And also with you.
    Officiant: Let us pray

    The Lord’s Prayer

    Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen.

    The Suffrages

    Show us your mercy, O Lord;
    And grant us your salvation.
    Clothe your ministers with righteousness;
    Let your people sing with joy.
    Give peace, O Lord, in all the world;
    For only in you can we live in safety.
    Lord, keep this nation under your care;
    And guide us in the way of justice and truth.
    Let your way be known upon earth;
    Your saving health among all nations.
    Let not the needy, O Lord, be forgotten;
    Nor the hope of the poor be taken away.
    Create in us clean hearts, O God;
    And sustain us with your Holy Spirit.

    Take a moment at this time to reflect and pray for the needs of others.

    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.

    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 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.

    For Mission

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

    Thanksgivings

    The General Thanksgiving

    Almighty God, Father of all mercies, we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks for all your goodness and loving-kindness to us and to all whom you have made.
    We bless you for our creation, preservation, and all the blessings of this life; but above all for your immeasurable love in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ; for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.
    And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies, that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise, not only with our lips, but in our lives, by giving up our selves to your service, and by walking before you in holiness and righteousness all our days; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

    A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

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

    Conclusion

    Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia, alleluia.
    Thanks be to God. Alleluia, alleluia.

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

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    Opening Verse

    You shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea, and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth. - Acts 1:8

    Confession

    Officiant: Let us humbly confess our sins unto Almighty God.

    People: Almighty and most merciful Father, we have erred and strayed from your ways like lost sheep. We have followed too much the devices and desires of our own hearts. We have offended against your 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; and apart from your grace, there is no health in us.
    O Lord, have mercy upon us. Spare all those who confess their faults. Restore all those who are penitent, according to your promises declared to all people in Christ Jesus our Lord. And grant, O most merciful Father, for his sake, that we may now live a godly, righteous, and sober life, to the glory of your holy Name. Amen.

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

    Invitatory & Psalms

    Officiant: O God, make speed to save us.
    People: O Lord, make haste to help us.
    Officiant & 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.

    Venite

    Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, one God: Come let us adore him.

    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!

    Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, one God: Come let us adore him.

    Psalm 25

    To you, O Lord, I lift up my soul;

    my God, I put my trust in you; *

    let me not be humiliated,

    nor let my enemies triumph over me.

    Let none who look to you be put to shame; *

    let the treacherous be disappointed in their schemes.

    Show me your ways, O Lord, *

    and teach me your paths.

    Lead me in your truth and teach me, *

    for you are the God of my salvation;

    in you have I trusted all the day long.

    Remember, O Lord, your compassion and love, *

    for they are from everlasting.

    Remember not the sins of my youth and my transgressions; *

    remember me according to your love

    and for the sake of your goodness, O Lord.

    Gracious and upright is the Lord; *

    therefore he teaches sinners in his way.

    He guides the humble in doing right *

    and teaches his way to the lowly.

    All the paths of the Lord are love and faithfulness *

    to those who keep his covenant and his testimonies.

    For your Name’s sake, O Lord, *

    forgive my sin, for it is great.

    Who are they who fear the Lord? *

    he will teach them the way that they should choose.

    They shall dwell in prosperity, *

    and their offspring shall inherit the land.

    The Lord is a friend to those who fear him *

    and will show them his covenant.

    My eyes are ever looking to the Lord, *

    for he shall pluck my feet out of the net.

    Turn to me and have pity on me, *

    for I am left alone and in misery.

    The sorrows of my heart have increased; *

    bring me out of my troubles.

    Look upon my adversity and misery *

    and forgive me all my sin.

    Look upon my enemies, for they are many, *

    and they bear a violent hatred against me.

    Protect my life and deliver me; *

    let me not be put to shame, for I have trusted in you.

    Let integrity and uprightness preserve me, *

    for my hope has been in you.

    Deliver Israel, O God, *

    out of all his troubles.

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

    The Lessons

    Prov. 10:1-12

    A Reading from the Book of Proverbs.

    The proverbs of Solomon. A wise child makes a glad father, but a foolish child is a mother's grief. Treasures gained by wickedness do not profit, but righteousness delivers from death. The Lord does not let the righteous go hungry, but he thwarts the craving of the wicked. A slack hand causes poverty, but the hand of the diligent makes rich. A child who gathers in summer is prudent, but a child who sleeps in harvest brings shame. Blessings are on the head of the righteous, but the mouth of the wicked conceals violence. The memory of the righteous is a blessing, but the name of the wicked will rot. The wise of heart will heed commandments, but a babbling fool will come to ruin. Whoever walks in integrity walks securely, but whoever follows perverse ways will be found out. Whoever winks the eye causes trouble, but the one who rebukes boldly makes peace. The mouth of the righteous is a fountain of life, but the mouth of the wicked conceals violence. Hatred stirs up strife, but love covers all offenses.

    Officiant: The Word of the Lord
    People: Thanks be to God.

    21. You are God

    Te Deum laudamus

    You are God: we praise you;

    You are the Lord; we acclaim you;

    You are the eternal Father:

    All creation worships you.

    To you all angels, all the powers of heaven,

    Cherubim and Seraphim, sing in endless praise:

    Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might,

    heaven and earth are full of your glory.

    The glorious company of apostles praise you.

    The noble fellowship of prophets praise you.

    The white-robed army of martyrs praise you.

    Throughout the world the holy Church acclaims you;

    Father, of majesty unbounded,

    your true and only Son, worthy of all worship,

    and the Holy Spirit, advocate and guide.

    You, Christ, are the king of glory,

    the eternal Son of the Father.

    When you became man to set us free

    you did not shun the Virgin’s womb.

    You overcame the sting of death

    and opened the kingdom of heaven to all believers.

    You are seated at God’s right hand in glory.

    We believe that you will come and be our judge.

    Come then, Lord, and help your people,

    bought with the price of your own blood,

    and bring us with your saints

    to glory everlasting.

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

    1 Tim. 1:1-17

    A Reading from the First Letter to Timothy.

    Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the command of God our Savior and of Christ Jesus our hope, To Timothy, my loyal child in the faith: Grace, mercy, and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Lord. I urge you, as I did when I was on my way to Macedonia, to remain in Ephesus so that you may instruct certain people not to teach any different doctrine, and not to occupy themselves with myths and endless genealogies that promote speculations rather than the divine training that is known by faith. But the aim of such instruction is love that comes from a pure heart, a good conscience, and sincere faith. Some people have deviated from these and turned to meaningless talk, desiring to be teachers of the law, without understanding either what they are saying or the things about which they make assertions. Now we know that the law is good, if one uses it legitimately. This means understanding that the law is laid down not for the innocent but for the lawless and disobedient, for the godless and sinful, for the unholy and profane, for those who kill their father or mother, for murderers, fornicators, sodomites, slave traders, liars, perjurers, and whatever else is contrary to the sound teaching that conforms to the glorious gospel of the blessed God, which he entrusted to me. I am grateful to Christ Jesus our Lord, who has strengthened me, because he judged me faithful and appointed me to his service, even though I was formerly a blasphemer, a persecutor, and a man of violence. But I received mercy because I had acted ignorantly in unbelief, and the grace of our Lord overflowed for me with the faith and love that are in Christ Jesus. The saying is sure and worthy of full acceptance, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners-- of whom I am the foremost. But for that very reason I received mercy, so that in me, as the foremost, Jesus Christ might display the utmost patience, making me an example to those who would come to believe in him for eternal life. To the King of the ages, immortal, invisible, the only God, be honor and glory forever and ever. Amen.

    Officiant: The Word of the Lord
    People: Thanks be to God.

    16. The Song of Zechariah

    Benedictus Dominus Deus - Luke 1: 68-79

    Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel; *

    he has come to his people and set them free.

    He has raised up for us a mighty savior, *

    born of the house of his servant David.

    Through his holy prophets he promised of old,

    that he would save us from our enemies, *

    from the hands of all who hate us.

    He promised to show mercy to our fathers *

    and to remember his holy covenant.

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

    to set us free from the hands of our enemies,

    Free to worship him without fear, *

    holy and righteous in his sight

    all the days of our life.

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

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

    To give his people knowledge of salvation *

    by the forgiveness of their sins.

    In the tender compassion of our God *

    the dawn from on high shall break upon us,

    To shine on those who dwell in darkness and the shadow of death, *

    and to guide our feet into the way of peace.

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

    The Creed

    I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth.

    I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord. He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary. He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. He descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again. He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

    I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.

    The Prayers

    Officiant: The Lord be with you.
    People: And also with you.
    Officiant: Let us pray

    The Lord’s Prayer

    Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen.

    The Suffrages

    Show us your mercy, O Lord;
    And grant us your salvation.
    Clothe your ministers with righteousness;
    Let your people sing with joy.
    Give peace, O Lord, in all the world;
    For only in you can we live in safety.
    Lord, keep this nation under your care;
    And guide us in the way of justice and truth.
    Let your way be known upon earth;
    Your saving health among all nations.
    Let not the needy, O Lord, be forgotten;
    Nor the hope of the poor be taken away.
    Create in us clean hearts, O God;
    And sustain us with your Holy Spirit.

    Take a moment at this time to reflect and pray for the needs of others.

    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.

    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 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.

    For Mission

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

    Thanksgivings

    The General Thanksgiving

    Almighty God, Father of all mercies, we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks for all your goodness and loving-kindness to us and to all whom you have made.
    We bless you for our creation, preservation, and all the blessings of this life; but above all for your immeasurable love in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ; for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.
    And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies, that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise, not only with our lips, but in our lives, by giving up our selves to your service, and by walking before you in holiness and righteousness all our days; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

    A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

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

    Conclusion

    Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia, alleluia.
    Thanks be to God. Alleluia, alleluia.

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

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    Pentecost

    You shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea, and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth. - Acts 1:8

    Confession

    Officiant: Let us humbly confess our sins unto Almighty God.

    People: Almighty and most merciful Father, we have erred and strayed from your ways like lost sheep. We have followed too much the devices and desires of our own hearts. We have offended against your 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; and apart from your grace, there is no health in us.
    O Lord, have mercy upon us. Spare all those who confess their faults. Restore all those who are penitent, according to your promises declared to all people in Christ Jesus our Lord. And grant, O most merciful Father, for his sake, that we may now live a godly, righteous, and sober life, to the glory of your holy Name. Amen.

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

    Invitatory & Psalms

    Officiant: O God, make speed to save us.
    People: O Lord, make haste to help us.
    Officiant & 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.

    Venite

    Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, one God: Come let us adore him.

    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!

    Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, one God: Come let us adore him.

    Psalm 146

    Hallelujah!

    Praise the Lord, O my soul! *

    I will praise the Lord as long as I live;

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

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

    for there is no help in them.

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

    and in that day their thoughts perish.

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

    whose hope is in the Lord their God;

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

    who keeps his promise for ever;

    Who gives justice to those who are oppressed, *

    and food to those who hunger.

    The Lord sets the prisoners free;

    the Lord opens the eyes of the blind; *

    the Lord lifts up those who are bowed down;

    The Lord loves the righteous;

    the Lord cares for the stranger; *

    he sustains the orphan and widow,

    but frustrates the way of the wicked.

    The Lord shall reign for ever, *

    your God, O Zion, throughout all generations.

    Hallelujah!

    Psalm 147

    Hallelujah!

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

    how pleasant it is to honor him with praise!

    The Lord rebuilds Jerusalem; *

    he gathers the exiles of Israel.

    He heals the brokenhearted *

    and binds up their wounds.

    He counts the number of the stars *

    and calls them all by their names.

    Great is our Lord and mighty in power; *

    there is no limit to his wisdom.

    The Lord lifts up the lowly, *

    but casts the wicked to the ground.

    Sing to the Lord with thanksgiving; *

    make music to our God upon the harp.

    He covers the heavens with clouds *

    and prepares rain for the earth;

    He makes grass to grow upon the mountains *

    and green plants to serve mankind.

    He provides food for flocks and herds *

    and for the young ravens when they cry.

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

    he has no pleasure in the strength of a man;

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

    in those who await his gracious favor.

    Worship the Lord, O Jerusalem; *

    praise your God, O Zion;

    For he has strengthened the bars of your gates; *

    he has blessed your children within you.

    He has established peace on your borders; *

    he satisfies you with the finest wheat.

    He sends out his command to the earth, *

    and his word runs very swiftly.

    He gives snow like wool; *

    he scatters hoarfrost like ashes.

    He scatters his hail like bread crumbs; *

    who can stand against his cold?

    He sends forth his word and melts them; *

    he blows with his wind, and the waters flow.

    He declares his word to Jacob, *

    his statutes and his judgments to Israel.

    He has not done so to any other nation; *

    to them he has not revealed his judgments.

    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.

    The Lessons

    Job 38:1-11,42:1-5

    Then the Lord answered Job out of the whirlwind: "Who is this that darkens counsel by words without knowledge? Gird up your loins like a man, I will question you, and you shall declare to me. "Where were you when I laid the foundation of the earth? Tell me, if you have understanding. Who determined its measurements-- surely you know! Or who stretched the line upon it? On what were its bases sunk, or who laid its cornerstone when the morning stars sang together and all the heavenly beings shouted for joy? "Or who shut in the sea with doors when it burst out from the womb?-- when I made the clouds its garment, and thick darkness its swaddling band, and prescribed bounds for it, and set bars and doors, and said, 'Thus far shall you come, and no farther, and here shall your proud waves be stopped'? Then Job answered the Lord: "I know that you can do all things, and that no purpose of yours can be thwarted. 'Who is this that hides counsel without knowledge?' Therefore I have uttered what I did not understand, things too wonderful for me, which I did not know. 'Hear, and I will speak; I will question you, and you declare to me.' I had heard of you by the hearing of the ear, but now my eye sees you;

    Officiant: The Word of the Lord
    People: Thanks be to God.

    21. You are God

    Te Deum laudamus

    You are God: we praise you;

    You are the Lord; we acclaim you;

    You are the eternal Father:

    All creation worships you.

    To you all angels, all the powers of heaven,

    Cherubim and Seraphim, sing in endless praise:

    Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might,

    heaven and earth are full of your glory.

    The glorious company of apostles praise you.

    The noble fellowship of prophets praise you.

    The white-robed army of martyrs praise you.

    Throughout the world the holy Church acclaims you;

    Father, of majesty unbounded,

    your true and only Son, worthy of all worship,

    and the Holy Spirit, advocate and guide.

    You, Christ, are the king of glory,

    the eternal Son of the Father.

    When you became man to set us free

    you did not shun the Virgin’s womb.

    You overcame the sting of death

    and opened the kingdom of heaven to all believers.

    You are seated at God’s right hand in glory.

    We believe that you will come and be our judge.

    Come then, Lord, and help your people,

    bought with the price of your own blood,

    and bring us with your saints

    to glory everlasting.

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

    John 1:29-34

    The next day he saw Jesus coming toward him and declared, "Here is the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world! This is he of whom I said, 'After me comes a man who ranks ahead of me because he was before me.' I myself did not know him; but I came baptizing with water for this reason, that he might be revealed to Israel." And John testified, "I saw the Spirit descending from heaven like a dove, and it remained on him. I myself did not know him, but the one who sent me to baptize with water said to me, 'He on whom you see the Spirit descend and remain is the one who baptizes with the Holy Spirit.' And I myself have seen and have testified that this is the Son of God."

    Officiant: The Word of the Lord
    People: Thanks be to God.

    16. The Song of Zechariah

    Benedictus Dominus Deus - Luke 1: 68-79

    Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel; *

    he has come to his people and set them free.

    He has raised up for us a mighty savior, *

    born of the house of his servant David.

    Through his holy prophets he promised of old,

    that he would save us from our enemies, *

    from the hands of all who hate us.

    He promised to show mercy to our fathers *

    and to remember his holy covenant.

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

    to set us free from the hands of our enemies,

    Free to worship him without fear, *

    holy and righteous in his sight

    all the days of our life.

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

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

    To give his people knowledge of salvation *

    by the forgiveness of their sins.

    In the tender compassion of our God *

    the dawn from on high shall break upon us,

    To shine on those who dwell in darkness and the shadow of death, *

    and to guide our feet into the way of peace.

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

    The Creed

    I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth.

    I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord. He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary. He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. He descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again. He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

    I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.

    The Prayers

    Officiant: The Lord be with you.
    People: And also with you.
    Officiant: Let us pray

    The Lord’s Prayer

    Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen.

    The Suffrages

    Show us your mercy, O Lord;
    And grant us your salvation.
    Clothe your ministers with righteousness;
    Let your people sing with joy.
    Give peace, O Lord, in all the world;
    For only in you can we live in safety.
    Lord, keep this nation under your care;
    And guide us in the way of justice and truth.
    Let your way be known upon earth;
    Your saving health among all nations.
    Let not the needy, O Lord, be forgotten;
    Nor the hope of the poor be taken away.
    Create in us clean hearts, O God;
    And sustain us with your Holy Spirit.

    Take a moment at this time to reflect and pray for the needs of others.

    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.

    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 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.

    For Mission

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

    Thanksgivings

    The General Thanksgiving

    Almighty God, Father of all mercies, we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks for all your goodness and loving-kindness to us and to all whom you have made.
    We bless you for our creation, preservation, and all the blessings of this life; but above all for your immeasurable love in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ; for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.
    And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies, that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise, not only with our lips, but in our lives, by giving up our selves to your service, and by walking before you in holiness and righteousness all our days; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

    A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

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

    Conclusion

    Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia, alleluia.
    Thanks be to God. Alleluia, alleluia.

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

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    Pentecost

    You shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea, and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth. - Acts 1:8

    Confession

    Officiant: Let us humbly confess our sins unto Almighty God.

    People: Almighty and most merciful Father, we have erred and strayed from your ways like lost sheep. We have followed too much the devices and desires of our own hearts. We have offended against your 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; and apart from your grace, there is no health in us. O Lord, have mercy upon us. Spare all those who confess their faults. Restore all those who are penitent, according to your promises declared to all people in Christ Jesus our Lord. And grant, O most merciful Father, for his sake, that we may now live a godly, righteous, and sober life, to the glory of your holy Name. Amen.

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

    Invitatory & Psalms

    Officiant: O God, make speed to save us. People: O Lord, make haste to help us. Officiant & 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.

    Venite

    Alleluia. The Spirit of the Lord renews the face of the earth: Come let us adore him. Alleluia.

    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!

    Alleluia. The Spirit of the Lord renews the face of the earth: Come let us adore him. Alleluia.

    Psalm 20

    Exaudiat te Dominus

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    May the Lord answer you in the day of trouble, *

    the Name of the God of Jacob defend you;

    Send you help from his holy place *

    and strengthen you out of Zion;

    Remember all your offerings *

    and accept your burnt sacrifice;

    Grant you your heart’s desire *

    and prosper all your plans.

    We will shout for joy at your victory

    and triumph in the Name of our God; *

    may the Lord grant all your requests.

    Now I know that the Lord gives victory to his anointed; *

    he will answer him out of his holy heaven,

    with the victorious strength of his right hand.

    Some put their trust in chariots and some in horses, *

    but we will call upon the Name of the Lord our God.

    They collapse and fall down, *

    but we will arise and stand upright.

    O Lord, give victory to the king *

    and answer us when we call.

    Psalm 21

    Domine, in virtute tua

    BCP p. 608

    The king rejoices in your strength, O Lord; *

    how greatly he exults in your victory!

    You have given him his heart’s desire; *

    you have not denied him the request of his lips.

    For you meet him with blessings of prosperity, *

    and set a crown of fine gold upon his head.

    He asked you for life, and you gave it to him: *

    length of days, for ever and ever.

    His honor is great, because of your victory; *

    splendor and majesty have you bestowed upon him.

    For you will give him everlasting felicity *

    and will make him glad with the joy of your presence.

    For the king puts his trust in the Lord; *

    because of the loving-kindness of the Most High, he will not fall.

    [Your hand will lay hold upon all your enemies; *

    your right hand will seize all those who hate you.

    You will make them like a fiery furnace *

    at the time of your appearing, O Lord;

    You will swallow them up in your wrath, *

    and fire shall consume them.

    You will destroy their offspring from the land *

    and their descendants from among the peoples of the earth.

    Though they intend evil against you

    and devise wicked schemes, *

    yet they shall not prevail.

    For you will put them to flight *

    and aim your arrows at them.

    Be exalted, O Lord, in your might; *

    we will sing and praise your power.]

    Glory to the 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

    Prov. 8:22-36

    A Reading from the Book of Proverbs.

    The Lord created me at the beginning of his work, the first of his acts of long ago. Ages ago I was set up, at the first, before the beginning of the earth. When there were no depths I was brought forth, when there were no springs abounding with water. Before the mountains had been shaped, before the hills, I was brought forth-- when he had not yet made earth and fields, or the world's first bits of soil. When he established the heavens, I was there, when he drew a circle on the face of the deep, when he made firm the skies above, when he established the fountains of the deep, when he assigned to the sea its limit, so that the waters might not transgress his command, when he marked out the foundations of the earth, then I was beside him, like a master worker; and I was daily his delight, rejoicing before him always, rejoicing in his inhabited world and delighting in the human race. And now, my children, listen to me: happy are those who keep my ways. Hear instruction and be wise, and do not neglect it. Happy is the one who listens to me, watching daily at my gates, waiting beside my doors. For whoever finds me finds life and obtains favor from the Lord; but those who miss me injure themselves; all who hate me love death."

    Officiant: The Word of the LordPeople: Thanks be to God.

    21. You are God

    Te Deum laudamus

    You are God: we praise you;

    You are the Lord; we acclaim you;

    You are the eternal Father:

    All creation worships you.

    To you all angels, all the powers of heaven,

    Cherubim and Seraphim, sing in endless praise:

    Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might,

    heaven and earth are full of your glory.

    The glorious company of apostles praise you.

    The noble fellowship of prophets praise you.

    The white-robed army of martyrs praise you.

    Throughout the world the holy Church acclaims you;

    Father, of majesty unbounded,

    your true and only Son, worthy of all worship,

    and the Holy Spirit, advocate and guide.

    You, Christ, are the king of glory,

    the eternal Son of the Father.

    When you became man to set us free

    you did not shun the Virgin’s womb.

    You overcame the sting of death

    and opened the kingdom of heaven to all believers.

    You are seated at God’s right hand in glory.

    We believe that you will come and be our judge.

    Come then, Lord, and help your people,

    bought with the price of your own blood,

    and bring us with your saints

    to glory everlasting.

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

    3 John 1-15

    A Reading from the Third Letter of John.

    The elder to the beloved Gaius, whom I love in truth. Beloved, I pray that all may go well with you and that you may be in good health, just as it is well with your soul. I was overjoyed when some of the friends arrived and testified to your faithfulness to the truth, namely how you walk in the truth. I have no greater joy than this, to hear that my children are walking in the truth. Beloved, you do faithfully whatever you do for the friends, even though they are strangers to you; they have testified to your love before the church. You will do well to send them on in a manner worthy of God; for they began their journey for the sake of Christ, accepting no support from non-believers. Therefore we ought to support such people, so that we may become co-workers with the truth. I have written something to the church; but Diotrephes, who likes to put himself first, does not acknowledge our authority. So if I come, I will call attention to what he is doing in spreading false charges against us. And not content with those charges, he refuses to welcome the friends, and even prevents those who want to do so and expels them from the church. Beloved, do not imitate what is evil but imitate what is good. Whoever does good is from God; whoever does evil has not seen God. Everyone has testified favorably about Demetrius, and so has the truth itself. We also testify for him, and you know that our testimony is true. I have much to write to you, but I would rather not write with pen and ink; instead I hope to see you soon, and we will talk together face to face. Peace to you. The friends send you their greetings. Greet the friends there, each by name.

    Officiant: The Word of the LordPeople: Thanks be to God.

    16. The Song of Zechariah

    Benedictus Dominus Deus - Luke 1: 68-79

    Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel; *

    he has come to his people and set them free.

    He has raised up for us a mighty savior, *

    born of the house of his servant David.

    Through his holy prophets he promised of old,

    that he would save us from our enemies, *

    from the hands of all who hate us.

    He promised to show mercy to our fathers *

    and to remember his holy covenant.

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

    to set us free from the hands of our enemies,

    Free to worship him without fear, *

    holy and righteous in his sight

    all the days of our life.

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

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

    To give his people knowledge of salvation *

    by the forgiveness of their sins.

    In the tender compassion of our God *

    the dawn from on high shall break upon us,

    To shine on those who dwell in darkness and the shadow of death, *

    and to guide our feet into the way of peace.

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

    The Creed

    I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth.

    I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord. He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary. He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. He descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again. He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

    I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.

    The Prayers

    Officiant: The Lord be with you.People: And also with you.Officiant: Let us pray

    The Lord’s Prayer

    Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen.

    The Suffrages

    Show us your mercy, O Lord;And grant us your salvation.Clothe your ministers with righteousness;Let your people sing with joy.Give peace, O Lord, in all the world;For only in you can we live in safety. Lord, keep this nation under your care;And guide us in the way of justice and truth. Let your way be known upon earth; Your saving health among all nations. Let not the needy, O Lord, be forgotten; Nor the hope of the poor be taken away. Create in us clean hearts, O God; And sustain us with your Holy Spirit.

    Take a moment at this time to reflect and pray for the needs of others.

    Proper 2

    Almighty and merciful God, in your goodness keep us, we pray, from all things that may hurt us, that we, being ready 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.

    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 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.

    For Mission

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

    Thanksgivings

    The General Thanksgiving

    Almighty God, Father of all mercies, we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks for all your goodness and loving-kindness to us and to all whom you have made. We bless you for our creation, preservation, and all the blessings of this life; but above all for your immeasurable love in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ; for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory. And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies, that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise, not only with our lips, but in our lives, by giving up our selves to your service, and by walking before you in holiness and righteousness all our days; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

    A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

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

    Conclusion

    Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia, alleluia.Thanks be to God. Alleluia, alleluia.

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

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    Pentecost

    You shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea, and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth. - Acts 1:8

    Confession

    Officiant: Let us humbly confess our sins unto Almighty God.

    People: Almighty and most merciful Father, we have erred and strayed from your ways like lost sheep. We have followed too much the devices and desires of our own hearts. We have offended against your 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; and apart from your grace, there is no health in us. O Lord, have mercy upon us. Spare all those who confess their faults. Restore all those who are penitent, according to your promises declared to all people in Christ Jesus our Lord. And grant, O most merciful Father, for his sake, that we may now live a godly, righteous, and sober life, to the glory of your holy Name. Amen.

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

    Invitatory & Psalms

    Officiant: O God, make speed to save us. People: O Lord, make haste to help us. Officiant & 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.

    Venite

    Alleluia. The Spirit of the Lord renews the face of the earth: Come let us adore him. Alleluia.

    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!

    Alleluia. The Spirit of the Lord renews the face of the earth: Come let us adore him. Alleluia.

    Psalm 16

    Protect me, O God, for I take refuge in you; *

    I have said to the Lord, “You are my Lord,

    my good above all other.”

    All my delight is upon the godly that are in the land, *

    upon those who are noble among the people.

    But those who run after other gods *

    shall have their troubles multiplied.

    Their libations of blood I will not offer, *

    nor take the names of their gods upon my lips.

    O Lord, you are my portion and my cup; *

    it is you who uphold my lot.

    My boundaries enclose a pleasant land; *

    indeed, I have a goodly heritage.

    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.

    My heart, therefore, is glad, and my spirit rejoices; *

    my body also shall rest in hope.

    For you will not abandon me to the grave, *

    nor let your holy one see the Pit.

    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.

    Psalm 17

    Hear my plea of innocence, O Lord;

    give heed to my cry; *

    listen to my prayer, which does not come from lying lips.

    Let my vindication come forth from your presence; *

    let your eyes be fixed on justice.

    Weigh my heart, summon me by night, *

    melt me down; you will find no impurity in me.

    I give no offense with my mouth as others do; *

    I have heeded the words of your lips.

    My footsteps hold fast to the ways of your law; *

    in your paths my feet shall not stumble.

    I call upon you, O God, for you will answer me; *

    incline your ear to me and hear my words.

    Show me your marvelous loving-kindness, *

    O Savior of those who take refuge at your right hand

    from those who rise up against them.

    Keep me as the apple of your eye; *

    hide me under the shadow of your wings,

    From the wicked who assault me, *

    from my deadly enemies who surround me.

    They have closed their heart to pity, *

    and their mouth speaks proud things.

    They press me hard,

    now they surround me, *

    watching how they may cast me to the ground,

    Like a lion, greedy for its prey, *

    and like a young lion lurking in secret places.

    Arise, O Lord; confront them and bring them down; *

    deliver me from the wicked by your sword.

    Deliver me, O Lord, by your hand *

    from those whose portion in life is this world;

    Whose bellies you fill with your treasure, *

    who are well supplied with children

    and leave their wealth to their little ones.

    But at my vindication I shall see your face; *

    when I awake, I shall be satisfied, beholding your likeness.

    Glory to the 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

    Prov. 8:1-21

    A Reading from the Book of Proverbs.

    Does not wisdom call, and does not understanding raise her voice? On the heights, beside the way, at the crossroads she takes her stand; beside the gates in front of the town, at the entrance of the portals she cries out: "To you, O people, I call, and my cry is to all that live. O simple ones, learn prudence; acquire intelligence, you who lack it. Hear, for I will speak noble things, and from my lips will come what is right; for my mouth will utter truth; wickedness is an abomination to my lips. All the words of my mouth are righteous; there is nothing twisted or crooked in them. They are all straight to one who understands and right to those who find knowledge. Take my instruction instead of silver, and knowledge rather than choice gold; for wisdom is better than jewels, and all that you may desire cannot compare with her. I, wisdom, live with prudence, and I attain knowledge and discretion. The fear of the Lord is hatred of evil. Pride and arrogance and the way of evil and perverted speech I hate. I have good advice and sound wisdom; I have insight, I have strength. By me kings reign, and rulers decree what is just; by me rulers rule, and nobles, all who govern rightly. I love those who love me, and those who seek me diligently find me. Riches and honor are with me, enduring wealth and prosperity. My fruit is better than gold, even fine gold, and my yield than choice silver. I walk in the way of righteousness, along the paths of justice, endowing with wealth those who love me, and filling their treasuries.

    Officiant: The Word of the LordPeople: Thanks be to God.

    21. You are God

    Te Deum laudamus

    You are God: we praise you;

    You are the Lord; we acclaim you;

    You are the eternal Father:

    All creation worships you.

    To you all angels, all the powers of heaven,

    Cherubim and Seraphim, sing in endless praise:

    Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might,

    heaven and earth are full of your glory.

    The glorious company of apostles praise you.

    The noble fellowship of prophets praise you.

    The white-robed army of martyrs praise you.

    Throughout the world the holy Church acclaims you;

    Father, of majesty unbounded,

    your true and only Son, worthy of all worship,

    and the Holy Spirit, advocate and guide.

    You, Christ, are the king of glory,

    the eternal Son of the Father.

    When you became man to set us free

    you did not shun the Virgin’s womb.

    You overcame the sting of death

    and opened the kingdom of heaven to all believers.

    You are seated at God’s right hand in glory.

    We believe that you will come and be our judge.

    Come then, Lord, and help your people,

    bought with the price of your own blood,

    and bring us with your saints

    to glory everlasting.

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

    2 John 1-13

    A Reading from the Second Letter of John.

    The elder to the elect lady and her children, whom I love in the truth, and not only I but also all who know the truth, because of the truth that abides in us and will be with us forever: Grace, mercy, and peace will be with us from God the Father and from Jesus Christ, the Father's Son, in truth and love. I was overjoyed to find some of your children walking in the truth, just as we have been commanded by the Father. But now, dear lady, I ask you, not as though I were writing you a new commandment, but one we have had from the beginning, let us love one another. And this is love, that we walk according to his commandments; this is the commandment just as you have heard it from the beginning-- you must walk in it. Many deceivers have gone out into the world, those who do not confess that Jesus Christ has come in the flesh; any such person is the deceiver and the antichrist! Be on your guard, so that you do not lose what we have worked for, but may receive a full reward. Everyone who does not abide in the teaching of Christ, but goes beyond it, does not have God; whoever abides in the teaching has both the Father and the Son. Do not receive into the house or welcome anyone who comes to you and does not bring this teaching; for to welcome is to participate in the evil deeds of such a person. Although I have much to write to you, I would rather not use paper and ink; instead I hope to come to you and talk with you face to face, so that our joy may be complete. The children of your elect sister send you their greetings.

    Officiant: The Word of the LordPeople: Thanks be to God.

    16. The Song of Zechariah

    Benedictus Dominus Deus - Luke 1: 68-79

    Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel; *

    he has come to his people and set them free.

    He has raised up for us a mighty savior, *

    born of the house of his servant David.

    Through his holy prophets he promised of old,

    that he would save us from our enemies, *

    from the hands of all who hate us.

    He promised to show mercy to our fathers *

    and to remember his holy covenant.

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

    to set us free from the hands of our enemies,

    Free to worship him without fear, *

    holy and righteous in his sight

    all the days of our life.

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

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

    To give his people knowledge of salvation *

    by the forgiveness of their sins.

    In the tender compassion of our God *

    the dawn from on high shall break upon us,

    To shine on those who dwell in darkness and the shadow of death, *

    and to guide our feet into the way of peace.

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

    The Creed

    I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth.

    I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord. He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary. He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. He descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again. He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

    I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.

    The Prayers

    Officiant: The Lord be with you.People: And also with you.Officiant: Let us pray

    The Lord’s Prayer

    Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen.

    The Suffrages

    Show us your mercy, O Lord;And grant us your salvation.Clothe your ministers with righteousness;Let your people sing with joy.Give peace, O Lord, in all the world;For only in you can we live in safety. Lord, keep this nation under your care;And guide us in the way of justice and truth. Let your way be known upon earth; Your saving health among all nations. Let not the needy, O Lord, be forgotten; Nor the hope of the poor be taken away. Create in us clean hearts, O God; And sustain us with your Holy Spirit.

    Take a moment at this time to reflect and pray for the needs of others.

    Proper 2

    Almighty and merciful God, in your goodness keep us, we pray, from all things that may hurt us, that we, being ready 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.

    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 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.

    For Mission

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

    Thanksgivings

    The General Thanksgiving

    Almighty God, Father of all mercies, we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks for all your goodness and loving-kindness to us and to all whom you have made. We bless you for our creation, preservation, and all the blessings of this life; but above all for your immeasurable love in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ; for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory. And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies, that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise, not only with our lips, but in our lives, by giving up our selves to your service, and by walking before you in holiness and righteousness all our days; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

    A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

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

    Conclusion

    Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia, alleluia.Thanks be to God. Alleluia, alleluia.

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

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    Pentecost

    You shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea, and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth. - Acts 1:8

    Confession

    Officiant: Let us humbly confess our sins unto Almighty God.

    People: Almighty and most merciful Father, we have erred and strayed from your ways like lost sheep. We have followed too much the devices and desires of our own hearts. We have offended against your 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; and apart from your grace, there is no health in us.
    O Lord, have mercy upon us. Spare all those who confess their faults. Restore all those who are penitent, according to your promises declared to all people in Christ Jesus our Lord. And grant, O most merciful Father, for his sake, that we may now live a godly, righteous, and sober life, to the glory of your holy Name. Amen.

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

    Invitatory & Psalms

    Officiant: O God, make speed to save us.
    People: O Lord, make haste to help us.
    Officiant & 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.

    Venite

    Alleluia. The Spirit of the Lord renews the face of the earth: Come let us adore him. Alleluia.

    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!

    Alleluia. The Spirit of the Lord renews the face of the earth: Come let us adore him. Alleluia.

    Psalm 18: Part I

    Ilove you, O Lord my strength, *

    O Lord my stronghold, my crag, and my haven.

    My God, my rock in whom I put my trust, *

    my shield, the horn of my salvation, and my refuge;

    you are worthy of praise.

    I will call upon the Lord, *

    and so shall I be saved from my enemies.

    The breakers of death rolled over me, *

    and the torrents of oblivion made me afraid.

    The cords of hell entangled me, *

    and the snares of death were set for me.

    I called upon the Lord in my distress *

    and cried out to my God for help.

    He heard my voice from his heavenly dwelling; *

    my cry of anguish came to his ears.

    The earth reeled and rocked; *

    the roots of the mountains shook;

    they reeled because of his anger.

    Smoke rose from his nostrils

    and a consuming fire out of his mouth; *

    hot burning coals blazed forth from him.

    He parted the heavens and came down *

    with a storm cloud under his feet.

    He mounted on cherubim and flew; *

    he swooped on the wings of the wind.

    He wrapped darkness about him; *

    he made dark waters and thick clouds his pavilion.

    From the brightness of his presence, through the clouds, *

    burst hailstones and coals of fire.

    The Lord thundered out of heaven; *

    the Most High uttered his voice.

    He loosed his arrows and scattered them; *

    he hurled thunderbolts and routed them.

    The beds of the seas were uncovered,

    and the foundations of the world laid bare, *

    at your battle cry, O Lord,

    at the blast of the breath of your nostrils.

    He reached down from on high and grasped me; *

    he drew me out of great waters.

    He delivered me from my strong enemies

    and from those who hated me; *

    for they were too mighty for me.

    They confronted me in the day of my disaster; *

    but the Lord was my support.

    He brought me out into an open place; *

    he rescued me because he delighted in me.

    Glory to the 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

    Prov. 7:1-27

    A Reading from the Book of Proverbs.

    My child, keep my words and store up my commandments with you; keep my commandments and live, keep my teachings as the apple of your eye; bind them on your fingers, write them on the tablet of your heart. Say to wisdom, "You are my sister," and call insight your intimate friend, that they may keep you from the loose woman, from the adulteress with her smooth words. For at the window of my house I looked out through my lattice, and I saw among the simple ones, I observed among the youths, a young man without sense, passing along the street near her corner, taking the road to her house in the twilight, in the evening, at the time of night and darkness. Then a woman comes toward him, decked out like a prostitute, wily of heart. She is loud and wayward; her feet do not stay at home; now in the street, now in the squares, and at every corner she lies in wait. She seizes him and kisses him, and with impudent face she says to him: "I had to offer sacrifices, and today I have paid my vows; so now I have come out to meet you, to seek you eagerly, and I have found you! I have decked my couch with coverings, colored spreads of Egyptian linen; I have perfumed my bed with myrrh, aloes, and cinnamon. Come, let us take our fill of love until morning; let us delight ourselves with love. For my husband is not at home; he has gone on a long journey. He took a bag of money with him; he will not come home until full moon." With much seductive speech she persuades him; with her smooth talk she compels him. Right away he follows her, and goes like an ox to the slaughter, or bounds like a stag toward the trap until an arrow pierces its entrails. He is like a bird rushing into a snare, not knowing that it will cost him his life. And now, my children, listen to me, and be attentive to the words of my mouth. Do not let your hearts turn aside to her ways; do not stray into her paths. for many are those she has laid low, and numerous are her victims. Her house is the way to Sheol, going down to the chambers of death.

    Officiant: The Word of the Lord
    People: Thanks be to God.

    21. You are God

    Te Deum laudamus

    You are God: we praise you;

    You are the Lord; we acclaim you;

    You are the eternal Father:

    All creation worships you.

    To you all angels, all the powers of heaven,

    Cherubim and Seraphim, sing in endless praise:

    Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might,

    heaven and earth are full of your glory.

    The glorious company of apostles praise you.

    The noble fellowship of prophets praise you.

    The white-robed army of martyrs praise you.

    Throughout the world the holy Church acclaims you;

    Father, of majesty unbounded,

    your true and only Son, worthy of all worship,

    and the Holy Spirit, advocate and guide.

    You, Christ, are the king of glory,

    the eternal Son of the Father.

    When you became man to set us free

    you did not shun the Virgin’s womb.

    You overcame the sting of death

    and opened the kingdom of heaven to all believers.

    You are seated at God’s right hand in glory.

    We believe that you will come and be our judge.

    Come then, Lord, and help your people,

    bought with the price of your own blood,

    and bring us with your saints

    to glory everlasting.

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

    1 John 5:13-21

    A Reading from the First Letter of John.

    Iwrite these things to you who believe in the name of the Son of God, so that you may know that you have eternal life. And this is the boldness we have in him, that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us. And if we know that he hears us in whatever we ask, we know that we have obtained the requests made of him. If you see your brother or sister committing what is not a mortal sin, you will ask, and God will give life to such a one-- to those whose sin is not mortal. There is sin that is mortal; I do not say that you should pray about that. All wrongdoing is sin, but there is sin that is not mortal. We know that those who are born of God do not sin, but the one who was born of God protects them, and the evil one does not touch them. We know that we are God's children, and that the whole world lies under the power of the evil one. And we know that the Son of God has come and has given us understanding so that we may know him who is true; and we are in him who is true, in his Son Jesus Christ. He is the true God and eternal life. Little children, keep yourselves from idols.

    Officiant: The Word of the Lord
    People: Thanks be to God.

    16. The Song of Zechariah

    Benedictus Dominus Deus - Luke 1: 68-79

    Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel; *

    he has come to his people and set them free.

    He has raised up for us a mighty savior, *

    born of the house of his servant David.

    Through his holy prophets he promised of old,

    that he would save us from our enemies, *

    from the hands of all who hate us.

    He promised to show mercy to our fathers *

    and to remember his holy covenant.

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

    to set us free from the hands of our enemies,

    Free to worship him without fear, *

    holy and righteous in his sight

    all the days of our life.

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

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

    To give his people knowledge of salvation *

    by the forgiveness of their sins.

    In the tender compassion of our God *

    the dawn from on high shall break upon us,

    To shine on those who dwell in darkness and the shadow of death, *

    and to guide our feet into the way of peace.

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

    The Creed

    I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth.

    I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord. He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary. He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. He descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again. He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

    I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.

    The Prayers

    Officiant: The Lord be with you.
    People: And also with you.
    Officiant: Let us pray

    The Lord’s Prayer

    Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen.

    The Suffrages

    Show us your mercy, O Lord;
    And grant us your salvation.
    Clothe your ministers with righteousness;
    Let your people sing with joy.
    Give peace, O Lord, in all the world;
    For only in you can we live in safety.
    Lord, keep this nation under your care;
    And guide us in the way of justice and truth.
    Let your way be known upon earth;
    Your saving health among all nations.
    Let not the needy, O Lord, be forgotten;
    Nor the hope of the poor be taken away.
    Create in us clean hearts, O God;
    And sustain us with your Holy Spirit.

    Take a moment at this time to reflect and pray for the needs of others.

    Proper 2

    Almighty and merciful God, in your goodness keep us, we pray, from all things that may hurt us, that we, being ready 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.

    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 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.

    For Mission

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

    Thanksgivings

    The General Thanksgiving

    Almighty God, Father of all mercies, we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks for all your goodness and loving-kindness to us and to all whom you have made.
    We bless you for our creation, preservation, and all the blessings of this life; but above all for your immeasurable love in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ; for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.
    And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies, that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise, not only with our lips, but in our lives, by giving up our selves to your service, and by walking before you in holiness and righteousness all our days; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

    A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

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

    Conclusion

    Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia, alleluia.
    Thanks be to God. Alleluia, alleluia.

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

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    Pentecost

    You shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea, and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth. - Acts 1:8

    Confession

    Officiant: Let us humbly confess our sins unto Almighty God.

    People: Almighty and most merciful Father, we have erred and strayed from your ways like lost sheep. We have followed too much the devices and desires of our own hearts. We have offended against your 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; and apart from your grace, there is no health in us.
    O Lord, have mercy upon us. Spare all those who confess their faults. Restore all those who are penitent, according to your promises declared to all people in Christ Jesus our Lord. And grant, O most merciful Father, for his sake, that we may now live a godly, righteous, and sober life, to the glory of your holy Name. Amen.

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

    Invitatory & Psalms

    Officiant: O God, make speed to save us.
    People: O Lord, make haste to help us.
    Officiant & 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.

    Venite

    Alleluia. The Spirit of the Lord renews the face of the earth: Come let us adore him. Alleluia.

    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!

    Alleluia. The Spirit of the Lord renews the face of the earth: Come let us adore him. Alleluia.

    Psalm 119: Aleph

    Happy are they whose way is blameless, *

    who walk in the law of the Lord!

    Happy are they who observe his decrees *

    and seek him with all their hearts!

    Who never do any wrong, *

    but always walk in his ways.

    You laid down your commandments, *

    that we should fully keep them.

    Oh, that my ways were made so direct *

    that I might keep your statutes!

    Then I should not be put to shame, *

    when I regard all your commandments.

    I will thank you with an unfeigned heart, *

    when I have learned your righteous judgments.

    I will keep your statutes; *

    do not utterly forsake me.

    Psalm 119: Beth

    How shall a young man cleanse his way? *

    By keeping to your words.

    With my whole heart I seek you; *

    let me not stray from your commandments.

    I treasure your promise in my heart, *

    that I may not sin against you.

    Blessed are you, O Lord; *

    instruct me in your statutes.

    With my lips will I recite *

    all the judgments of your mouth.

    I have taken greater delight in the way of your decrees *

    than in all manner of riches.

    I will meditate on your commandments *

    and give attention to your ways.

    My delight is in your statutes; *

    I will not forget your word.

    Psalm 119: Gimel

    Deal bountifully with your servant, *

    that I may live and keep your word.

    Open my eyes, that I may see *

    the wonders of your law.

    I am a stranger here on earth; *

    do not hide your commandments from me.

    My soul is consumed at all times *

    with longing for your judgments.

    You have rebuked the insolent; *

    cursed are they who stray from your commandments!

    Turn from me shame and rebuke, *

    for I have kept your decrees.

    Even though rulers sit and plot against me, *

    I will meditate on your statutes.

    For your decrees are my delight, *

    and they are my counselors.

    Glory to the 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

    Prov. 6:1-19

    A Reading from the Book of Proverbs.

    My child, if you have given your pledge to your neighbor, if you have bound yourself to another, you are snared by the utterance of your lips, caught by the words of your mouth. So do this, my child, and save yourself, for you have come into your neighbor's power: go, hurry, and plead with your neighbor. Give your eyes no sleep and your eyelids no slumber; save yourself like a gazelle from the hunter, like a bird from the hand of the fowler. Go to the ant, you lazybones; consider its ways, and be wise. Without having any chief or officer or ruler, it prepares its food in summer, and gathers its sustenance in harvest. How long will you lie there, O lazybones? When will you rise from your sleep? A little sleep, a little slumber, a little folding of the hands to rest, and poverty will come upon you like a robber, and want, like an armed warrior. A scoundrel and a villain goes around with crooked speech, winking the eyes, shuffling the feet, pointing the fingers, with perverted mind devising evil, continually sowing discord; on such a one calamity will descend suddenly; in a moment, damage beyond repair. There are six things that the Lord hates, seven that are an abomination to him: haughty eyes, a lying tongue, and hands that shed innocent blood, a heart that devises wicked plans, feet that hurry to run to evil, a lying witness who testifies falsely, and one who sows discord in a family.

    Officiant: The Word of the Lord
    People: Thanks be to God.

    21. You are God

    Te Deum laudamus

    You are God: we praise you;

    You are the Lord; we acclaim you;

    You are the eternal Father:

    All creation worships you.

    To you all angels, all the powers of heaven,

    Cherubim and Seraphim, sing in endless praise:

    Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might,

    heaven and earth are full of your glory.

    The glorious company of apostles praise you.

    The noble fellowship of prophets praise you.

    The white-robed army of martyrs praise you.

    Throughout the world the holy Church acclaims you;

    Father, of majesty unbounded,

    your true and only Son, worthy of all worship,

    and the Holy Spirit, advocate and guide.

    You, Christ, are the king of glory,

    the eternal Son of the Father.

    When you became man to set us free

    you did not shun the Virgin’s womb.

    You overcame the sting of death

    and opened the kingdom of heaven to all believers.

    You are seated at God’s right hand in glory.

    We believe that you will come and be our judge.

    Come then, Lord, and help your people,

    bought with the price of your own blood,

    and bring us with your saints

    to glory everlasting.

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

    1 John 5:1-12

    A Reading from the First Letter of John.

    Everyone who believes that Jesus is the Christ has been born of God, and everyone who loves the parent loves the child. By this we know that we love the children of God, when we love God and obey his commandments. For the love of God is this, that we obey his commandments. And his commandments are not burdensome, for whatever is born of God conquers the world. And this is the victory that conquers the world, our faith. Who is it that conquers the world but the one who believes that Jesus is the Son of God? This is the one who came by water and blood, Jesus Christ, not with the water only but with the water and the blood. And the Spirit is the one that testifies, for the Spirit is the truth. There are three that testify: the Spirit and the water and the blood, and these three agree. If we receive human testimony, the testimony of God is greater; for this is the testimony of God that he has testified to his Son. Those who believe in the Son of God have the testimony in their hearts. Those who do not believe in God have made him a liar by not believing in the testimony that God has given concerning his Son. And this is the testimony: God gave us eternal life, and this life is in his Son. Whoever has the Son has life; whoever does not have the Son of God does not have life.

    Officiant: The Word of the Lord
    People: Thanks be to God.

    16. The Song of Zechariah

    Benedictus Dominus Deus - Luke 1: 68-79

    Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel; *

    he has come to his people and set them free.

    He has raised up for us a mighty savior, *

    born of the house of his servant David.

    Through his holy prophets he promised of old,

    that he would save us from our enemies, *

    from the hands of all who hate us.

    He promised to show mercy to our fathers *

    and to remember his holy covenant.

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

    to set us free from the hands of our enemies,

    Free to worship him without fear, *

    holy and righteous in his sight

    all the days of our life.

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

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

    To give his people knowledge of salvation *

    by the forgiveness of their sins.

    In the tender compassion of our God *

    the dawn from on high shall break upon us,

    To shine on those who dwell in darkness and the shadow of death, *

    and to guide our feet into the way of peace.

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

    The Creed

    I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth.

    I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord. He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary. He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. He descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again. He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

    I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.

    The Prayers

    Officiant: The Lord be with you.
    People: And also with you.
    Officiant: Let us pray

    The Lord’s Prayer

    Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen.

    The Suffrages

    Show us your mercy, O Lord;
    And grant us your salvation.
    Clothe your ministers with righteousness;
    Let your people sing with joy.
    Give peace, O Lord, in all the world;
    For only in you can we live in safety.
    Lord, keep this nation under your care;
    And guide us in the way of justice and truth.
    Let your way be known upon earth;
    Your saving health among all nations.
    Let not the needy, O Lord, be forgotten;
    Nor the hope of the poor be taken away.
    Create in us clean hearts, O God;
    And sustain us with your Holy Spirit.

    Take a moment at this time to reflect and pray for the needs of others.

    Proper 2

    Almighty and merciful God, in your goodness keep us, we pray, from all things that may hurt us, that we, being ready 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.

    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 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.

    For Mission

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

    Thanksgivings

    The General Thanksgiving

    Almighty God, Father of all mercies, we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks for all your goodness and loving-kindness to us and to all whom you have made.
    We bless you for our creation, preservation, and all the blessings of this life; but above all for your immeasurable love in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ; for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.
    And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies, that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise, not only with our lips, but in our lives, by giving up our selves to your service, and by walking before you in holiness and righteousness all our days; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

    A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

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

    Conclusion

    Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia, alleluia.
    Thanks be to God. Alleluia, alleluia.

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

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    Pentecost

    You shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea, and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth. - Acts 1:8

    Confession

    Officiant: Let us humbly confess our sins unto Almighty God.

    People: Almighty and most merciful Father, we have erred and strayed from your ways like lost sheep. We have followed too much the devices and desires of our own hearts. We have offended against your 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; and apart from your grace, there is no health in us.
    O Lord, have mercy upon us. Spare all those who confess their faults. Restore all those who are penitent, according to your promises declared to all people in Christ Jesus our Lord. And grant, O most merciful Father, for his sake, that we may now live a godly, righteous, and sober life, to the glory of your holy Name. Amen.

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

    Invitatory & Psalms

    Officiant: O God, make speed to save us.
    People: O Lord, make haste to help us.
    Officiant & 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.

    Venite

    Alleluia. The Spirit of the Lord renews the face of the earth: Come let us adore him. Alleluia.

    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!

    Alleluia. The Spirit of the Lord renews the face of the earth: Come let us adore him. Alleluia.

    Psalm 5

    Give ear to my words, O Lord; *

    consider my meditation.

    Hearken to my cry for help, my King and my God, *

    for I make my prayer to you.

    In the morning, Lord, you hear my voice; *

    early in the morning I make my appeal and watch for you.

    For you are not a God who takes pleasure in wickedness, *

    and evil cannot dwell with you.

    Braggarts cannot stand in your sight; *

    you hate all those who work wickedness.

    You destroy those who speak lies; *

    the bloodthirsty and deceitful, O Lord, you abhor.

    But as for me, through the greatness of your mercy I will go into your house; *

    I will bow down toward your holy temple in awe of you.

    Lead me, O Lord, in your righteousness,

    because of those who lie in wait for me; *

    make your way straight before me.

    For there is no truth in their mouth; *

    there is destruction in their heart;

    Their throat is an open grave; *

    they flatter with their tongue.

    Declare them guilty, O God; *

    let them fall, because of their schemes.

    Because of their many transgressions cast them out, *

    for they have rebelled against you.

    But all who take refuge in you will be glad; *

    they will sing out their joy for ever.

    You will shelter them, *

    so that those who love your Name may exult in you.

    For you, O Lord, will bless the righteous; *

    you will defend them with your favor as with a shield.

    Psalm 6

    Lord, do not rebuke me in your anger; *

    do not punish me in your wrath.

    Have pity on me, Lord, for I am weak; *

    heal me, Lord, for my bones are racked.

    My spirit shakes with terror; *

    how long, O Lord, how long?

    Turn, O Lord, and deliver me; *

    save me for your mercy’s sake.

    For in death no one remembers you; *

    and who will give you thanks in the grave?

    I grow weary because of my groaning; *

    every night I drench my bed

    and flood my couch with tears.

    My eyes are wasted with grief *

    and worn away because of all my enemies.

    Depart from me, all evildoers, *

    for the Lord has heard the sound of my weeping.

    The Lord has heard my supplication; *

    the Lord accepts my prayer.

    All my enemies shall be confounded and quake with fear; *

    they shall turn back and suddenly be put to shame.

    Glory to the 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

    Prov. 4:1-27

    A Reading from the Book of Proverbs.

    Listen, children, to a father's instruction, and be attentive, that you may gain insight; for I give you good precepts: do not forsake my teaching. When I was a son with my father, tender, and my mother's favorite, he taught me, and said to me, "Let your heart hold fast my words; keep my commandments, and live. Get wisdom; get insight: do not forget, nor turn away from the words of my mouth. Do not forsake her, and she will keep you; love her, and she will guard you. The beginning of wisdom is this: Get wisdom, and whatever else you get, get insight. Prize her highly, and she will exalt you; she will honor you if you embrace her. She will place on your head a fair garland; she will bestow on you a beautiful crown." Hear, my child, and accept my words, that the years of your life may be many. I have taught you the way of wisdom; I have led you in the paths of uprightness. When you walk, your step will not be hampered; and if you run, you will not stumble. Keep hold of instruction; do not let go; guard her, for she is your life. Do not enter the path of the wicked, and do not walk in the way of evildoers. Avoid it; do not go on it; turn away from it and pass on. For they cannot sleep unless they have done wrong; they are robbed of sleep unless they have made someone stumble. For they eat the bread of wickedness and drink the wine of violence. But the path of the righteous is like the light of dawn, which shines brighter and brighter until full day. The way of the wicked is like deep darkness; they do not know what they stumble over. My child, be attentive to my words; incline your ear to my sayings. Do not let them escape from your sight; keep them within your heart. For they are life to those who find them, and healing to all their flesh. Keep your heart with all vigilance, for from it flow the springs of life. Put away from you crooked speech, and put devious talk far from you. Let your eyes look directly forward, and your gaze be straight before you. Keep straight the path of your feet, and all your ways will be sure. Do not swerve to the right or to the left; turn your foot away from evil.

    Officiant: The Word of the Lord
    People: Thanks be to God.

    21. You are God

    Te Deum laudamus

    You are God: we praise you;

    You are the Lord; we acclaim you;

    You are the eternal Father:

    All creation worships you.

    To you all angels, all the powers of heaven,

    Cherubim and Seraphim, sing in endless praise:

    Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might,

    heaven and earth are full of your glory.

    The glorious company of apostles praise you.

    The noble fellowship of prophets praise you.

    The white-robed army of martyrs praise you.

    Throughout the world the holy Church acclaims you;

    Father, of majesty unbounded,

    your true and only Son, worthy of all worship,

    and the Holy Spirit, advocate and guide.

    You, Christ, are the king of glory,

    the eternal Son of the Father.

    When you became man to set us free

    you did not shun the Virgin’s womb.

    You overcame the sting of death

    and opened the kingdom of heaven to all believers.

    You are seated at God’s right hand in glory.

    We believe that you will come and be our judge.

    Come then, Lord, and help your people,

    bought with the price of your own blood,

    and bring us with your saints

    to glory everlasting.

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

    1 John 4:7-21

    A Reading from the First Letter of John.

    Beloved, let us love one another, because love is from God; everyone who loves is born of God and knows God. Whoever does not love does not know God, for God is love. God's love was revealed among us in this way: God sent his only Son into the world so that we might live through him. In this is love, not that we loved God but that he loved us and sent his Son to be the atoning sacrifice for our sins. Beloved, since God loved us so much, we also ought to love one another. No one has ever seen God; if we love one another, God lives in us, and his love is perfected in us. By this we know that we abide in him and he in us, because he has given us of his Spirit. And we have seen and do testify that the Father has sent his Son as the Savior of the world. God abides in those who confess that Jesus is the Son of God, and they abide in God. So we have known and believe the love that God has for us. God is love, and those who abide in love abide in God, and God abides in them. Love has been perfected among us in this: that we may have boldness on the day of judgment, because as he is, so are we in this world. There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear; for fear has to do with punishment, and whoever fears has not reached perfection in love. We love because he first loved us. Those who say, "I love God," and hate their brothers or sisters, are liars; for those who do not love a brother or sister whom they have seen, cannot love God whom they have not seen. The commandment we have from him is this: those who love God must love their brothers and sisters also.

    Officiant: The Word of the Lord
    People: Thanks be to God.

    16. The Song of Zechariah

    Benedictus Dominus Deus - Luke 1: 68-79

    Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel; *

    he has come to his people and set them free.

    He has raised up for us a mighty savior, *

    born of the house of his servant David.

    Through his holy prophets he promised of old,

    that he would save us from our enemies, *

    from the hands of all who hate us.

    He promised to show mercy to our fathers *

    and to remember his holy covenant.

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

    to set us free from the hands of our enemies,

    Free to worship him without fear, *

    holy and righteous in his sight

    all the days of our life.

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

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

    To give his people knowledge of salvation *

    by the forgiveness of their sins.

    In the tender compassion of our God *

    the dawn from on high shall break upon us,

    To shine on those who dwell in darkness and the shadow of death, *

    and to guide our feet into the way of peace.

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

    The Creed

    I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth.

    I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord. He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary. He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. He descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again. He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

    I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.

    The Prayers

    Officiant: The Lord be with you.
    People: And also with you.
    Officiant: Let us pray

    The Lord’s Prayer

    Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen.

    The Suffrages

    Show us your mercy, O Lord;
    And grant us your salvation.
    Clothe your ministers with righteousness;
    Let your people sing with joy.
    Give peace, O Lord, in all the world;
    For only in you can we live in safety.
    Lord, keep this nation under your care;
    And guide us in the way of justice and truth.
    Let your way be known upon earth;
    Your saving health among all nations.
    Let not the needy, O Lord, be forgotten;
    Nor the hope of the poor be taken away.
    Create in us clean hearts, O God;
    And sustain us with your Holy Spirit.

    Take a moment at this time to reflect and pray for the needs of others.

    Proper 2

    Almighty and merciful God, in your goodness keep us, we pray, from all things that may hurt us, that we, being ready 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.

    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 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.

    For Mission

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

    Thanksgivings

    The General Thanksgiving

    Almighty God, Father of all mercies, we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks for all your goodness and loving-kindness to us and to all whom you have made.
    We bless you for our creation, preservation, and all the blessings of this life; but above all for your immeasurable love in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ; for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.
    And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies, that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise, not only with our lips, but in our lives, by giving up our selves to your service, and by walking before you in holiness and righteousness all our days; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

    A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

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

    Conclusion

    Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia, alleluia.
    Thanks be to God. Alleluia, alleluia.

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

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    Pentecost

    You shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea, and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth. - Acts 1:8

    Confession

    Officiant: Let us humbly confess our sins unto Almighty God.

    People: Almighty and most merciful Father, we have erred and strayed from your ways like lost sheep. We have followed too much the devices and desires of our own hearts. We have offended against your 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; and apart from your grace, there is no health in us.
    O Lord, have mercy upon us. Spare all those who confess their faults. Restore all those who are penitent, according to your promises declared to all people in Christ Jesus our Lord. And grant, O most merciful Father, for his sake, that we may now live a godly, righteous, and sober life, to the glory of your holy Name. Amen.

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

    Invitatory & Psalms

    Officiant: O God, make speed to save us.
    People: O Lord, make haste to help us.
    Officiant & 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.

    Venite

    Alleluia. The Spirit of the Lord renews the face of the earth: Come let us adore him. Alleluia.

    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!

    Alleluia. The Spirit of the Lord renews the face of the earth: Come let us adore him. Alleluia.

    Psalm 1

    Happy are they who have not walked in the counsel of the wicked, *

    nor lingered in the way of sinners,

    nor sat in the seats of the scornful!

    Their delight is in the law of the Lord, *

    and they meditate on his law day and night.

    They are like trees planted by streams of water,

    bearing fruit in due season, with leaves that do not wither; *

    everything they do shall prosper.

    It is not so with the wicked; *

    they are like chaff which the wind blows away.

    Therefore the wicked shall not stand upright when judgment comes, *

    nor the sinner in the council of the righteous.

    For the Lord knows the way of the righteous, *

    but the way of the wicked is doomed.

    Psalm 2

    Why are the nations in an uproar? *

    Why do the peoples mutter empty threats?

    Why do the kings of the earth rise up in revolt,

    and the princes plot together, *

    against the Lord and against his Anointed?

    “Let us break their yoke,” they say; *

    “let us cast off their bonds from us.”

    He whose throne is in heaven is laughing; *

    the Lord has them in derision.

    Then he speaks to them in his wrath, *

    and his rage fills them with terror.

    “I myself have set my king *

    upon my holy hill of Zion.”

    Let me announce the decree of the Lord: *

    he said to me, “You are my Son;

    this day have I begotten you.

    Ask of me, and I will give you the nations for your inheritance *

    and the ends of the earth for your possession.

    You shall crush them with an iron rod *

    and shatter them like a piece of pottery.”

    And now, you kings, be wise; *

    be warned, you rulers of the earth.

    Submit to the Lord with fear, *

    and with trembling bow before him;

    Lest he be angry and you perish; *

    for his wrath is quickly kindled.

    Happy are they all *

    who take refuge in him!

    Psalm 3

    Lord, how many adversaries I have! *

    how many there are who rise up against me!

    How many there are who say of me, *

    “There is no help for him in his God.”

    But you, O Lord, are a shield about me; *

    you are my glory, the one who lifts up my head.

    I call aloud upon the Lord, *

    and he answers me from his holy hill;

    I lie down and go to sleep; *

    I wake again, because the Lord sustains me.

    I do not fear the multitudes of people *

    who set themselves against me all around.

    Rise up, O Lord; set me free, O my God; *

    surely, you will strike all my enemies across the face,

    you will break the teeth of the wicked.

    Deliverance belongs to the Lord. *

    Your blessing be upon your 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.

    The Lessons

    Prov. 3:11-20

    A Reading from the Book of Proverbs.

    My child, do not despise the Lord's discipline or be weary of his reproof, for the Lord reproves the one he loves, as a father the son in whom he delights. Happy are those who find wisdom, and those who get understanding, for her income is better than silver, and her revenue better than gold. She is more precious than jewels, and nothing you desire can compare with her. Long life is in her right hand; in her left hand are riches and honor. Her ways are ways of pleasantness, and all her paths are peace. She is a tree of life to those who lay hold of her; those who hold her fast are called happy. The Lord by wisdom founded the earth; by understanding he established the heavens; by his knowledge the deeps broke open, and the clouds drop down the dew.

    Officiant: The Word of the Lord
    People: Thanks be to God.

    21. You are God

    Te Deum laudamus

    You are God: we praise you;

    You are the Lord; we acclaim you;

    You are the eternal Father:

    All creation worships you.

    To you all angels, all the powers of heaven,

    Cherubim and Seraphim, sing in endless praise:

    Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might,

    heaven and earth are full of your glory.

    The glorious company of apostles praise you.

    The noble fellowship of prophets praise you.

    The white-robed army of martyrs praise you.

    Throughout the world the holy Church acclaims you;

    Father, of majesty unbounded,

    your true and only Son, worthy of all worship,

    and the Holy Spirit, advocate and guide.

    You, Christ, are the king of glory,

    the eternal Son of the Father.

    When you became man to set us free

    you did not shun the Virgin’s womb.

    You overcame the sting of death

    and opened the kingdom of heaven to all believers.

    You are seated at God’s right hand in glory.

    We believe that you will come and be our judge.

    Come then, Lord, and help your people,

    bought with the price of your own blood,

    and bring us with your saints

    to glory everlasting.

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

    1 John 3:18-4:6

    A Reading from the First Letter of John.

    Little children, let us love, not in word or speech, but in truth and action. And by this we will know that we are from the truth and will reassure our hearts before him whenever our hearts condemn us; for God is greater than our hearts, and he knows everything. Beloved, if our hearts do not condemn us, we have boldness before God; and we receive from him whatever we ask, because we obey his commandments and do what pleases him. And this is his commandment, that we should believe in the name of his Son Jesus Christ and love one another, just as he has commanded us. All who obey his commandments abide in him, and he abides in them. And by this we know that he abides in us, by the Spirit that he has given us. Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are from God; for many false prophets have gone out into the world. By this you know the Spirit of God: every spirit that confesses that Jesus Christ has come in the flesh is from God, and every spirit that does not confess Jesus is not from God. And this is the spirit of the antichrist, of which you have heard that it is coming; and now it is already in the world. Little children, you are from God, and have conquered them; for the one who is in you is greater than the one who is in the world. They are from the world; therefore what they say is from the world, and the world listens to them. We are from God. Whoever knows God listens to us, and whoever is not from God does not listen to us. From this we know the spirit of truth and the spirit of error.

    Officiant: The Word of the Lord
    People: Thanks be to God.

    16. The Song of Zechariah

    Benedictus Dominus Deus - Luke 1: 68-79

    Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel; *

    he has come to his people and set them free.

    He has raised up for us a mighty savior, *

    born of the house of his servant David.

    Through his holy prophets he promised of old,

    that he would save us from our enemies, *

    from the hands of all who hate us.

    He promised to show mercy to our fathers *

    and to remember his holy covenant.

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

    to set us free from the hands of our enemies,

    Free to worship him without fear, *

    holy and righteous in his sight

    all the days of our life.

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

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

    To give his people knowledge of salvation *

    by the forgiveness of their sins.

    In the tender compassion of our God *

    the dawn from on high shall break upon us,

    To shine on those who dwell in darkness and the shadow of death, *

    and to guide our feet into the way of peace.

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

    The Creed

    I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth.

    I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord. He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary. He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. He descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again. He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

    I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.

    The Prayers

    Officiant: The Lord be with you.
    People: And also with you.
    Officiant: Let us pray

    The Lord’s Prayer

    Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen.

    The Suffrages

    Show us your mercy, O Lord;
    And grant us your salvation.
    Clothe your ministers with righteousness;
    Let your people sing with joy.
    Give peace, O Lord, in all the world;
    For only in you can we live in safety.
    Lord, keep this nation under your care;
    And guide us in the way of justice and truth.
    Let your way be known upon earth;
    Your saving health among all nations.
    Let not the needy, O Lord, be forgotten;
    Nor the hope of the poor be taken away.
    Create in us clean hearts, O God;
    And sustain us with your Holy Spirit.

    Take a moment at this time to reflect and pray for the needs of others.

    Proper 2

    Almighty and merciful God, in your goodness keep us, we pray, from all things that may hurt us, that we, being ready 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.

    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 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.

    For Mission

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

    Thanksgivings

    The General Thanksgiving

    Almighty God, Father of all mercies, we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks for all your goodness and loving-kindness to us and to all whom you have made.
    We bless you for our creation, preservation, and all the blessings of this life; but above all for your immeasurable love in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ; for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.
    And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies, that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise, not only with our lips, but in our lives, by giving up our selves to your service, and by walking before you in holiness and righteousness all our days; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

    A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

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

    Conclusion

    Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia, alleluia.
    Thanks be to God. Alleluia, alleluia.

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

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    Pentecost

    You shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea, and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth. - Acts 1:8

    Confession

    Officiant: Let us humbly confess our sins unto Almighty God.

    People: Almighty and most merciful Father, we have erred and strayed from your ways like lost sheep. We have followed too much the devices and desires of our own hearts. We have offended against your 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; and apart from your grace, there is no health in us.
    O Lord, have mercy upon us. Spare all those who confess their faults. Restore all those who are penitent, according to your promises declared to all people in Christ Jesus our Lord. And grant, O most merciful Father, for his sake, that we may now live a godly, righteous, and sober life, to the glory of your holy Name. Amen.

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

    Invitatory & Psalms

    Officiant: O God, make speed to save us.
    People: O Lord, make haste to help us.
    Officiant & 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.

    Christ our Passover

    Pascha Nostrum - BCP p. 83

    Alleluia.

    Christ our Passover has been sacrificed for us; *

    therefore let us keep the feast,

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

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

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

    death no longer has dominion over him.

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

    but the life he lives, he lives to God.

    So also consider yourselves dead to sin, *

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

    Christ has been raised from the dead, *

    the first fruits of those who have fallen asleep.

    For since by a man came death, *

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

    For as in Adam all die, *

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

    Psalm 118

    Confitemini Domino

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

    his mercy endures for ever.

    Let Israel now proclaim, *

    “His mercy endures for ever.”

    Let the house of Aaron now proclaim, *

    “His mercy endures for ever.”

    Let those who fear the Lord now proclaim, *

    “His mercy endures for ever.”

    I called to the Lord in my distress; *

    the Lord answered by setting me free.

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

    what can anyone do to me?

    The Lord is at my side to help me; *

    I will triumph over those who hate me.

    It is better to rely on the Lord *

    than to put any trust in flesh.

    It is better to rely on the Lord *

    than to put any trust in rulers.

    All the ungodly encompass me; *

    in the Name of the Lord I will repel them.

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

    in the name of the Lord I will repel them.

    They swarm about me like bees;

    they blaze like a fire of thorns; *

    in the name of the Lord I will repel them.

    I was pressed so hard that I almost fell, *

    but the Lord came to my help.

    The Lord is my strength and my song, *

    and he has become my salvation.

    There is a sound of exultation and victory *

    in the tents of the righteous:

    “The right hand of the Lord has triumphed! *

    the right hand of the Lord is exalted!

    the right hand of the Lord has triumphed!”

    I shall not die, but live, *

    and declare the works of the Lord.

    The Lord has punished me sorely, *

    but he did not hand me over to death.

    Open for me the gates of righteousness; *

    I will enter them;

    I will offer thanks to the Lord.

    “This is the gate of the Lord; *

    he who is righteous may enter.”

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

    and have become my salvation.

    The same stone which the builders rejected *

    has become the chief cornerstone.

    This is the Lord’s doing, *

    and it is marvelous in our eyes.

    On this day the Lord has acted; *

    we will rejoice and be glad in it.

    Hosanna, Lord, hosanna! *

    Lord, send us now success.

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

    we bless you from the house of the Lord.

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

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

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

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

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

    his mercy endures 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 Lessons

    Deut. 16:9-12

    A Reading from the Book of Deuteronomy.

    You shall count seven weeks; begin to count the seven weeks from the time the sickle is first put to the standing grain. Then you shall keep the festival of weeks for the Lord your God, contributing a freewill offering in proportion to the blessing that you have received from the Lord your God. Rejoice before the Lord your God-- you and your sons and your daughters, your male and female slaves, the Levites resident in your towns, as well as the strangers, the orphans, and the widows who are among you-- at the place that the Lord your God will choose as a dwelling for his name. Remember that you were a slave in Egypt, and diligently observe these statutes.

    Officiant: The Word of the Lord
    People: Thanks be to God.

    21. You are God

    Te Deum laudamus

    You are God: we praise you;

    You are the Lord; we acclaim you;

    You are the eternal Father:

    All creation worships you.

    To you all angels, all the powers of heaven,

    Cherubim and Seraphim, sing in endless praise:

    Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might,

    heaven and earth are full of your glory.

    The glorious company of apostles praise you.

    The noble fellowship of prophets praise you.

    The white-robed army of martyrs praise you.

    Throughout the world the holy Church acclaims you;

    Father, of majesty unbounded,

    your true and only Son, worthy of all worship,

    and the Holy Spirit, advocate and guide.

    You, Christ, are the king of glory,

    the eternal Son of the Father.

    When you became man to set us free

    you did not shun the Virgin’s womb.

    You overcame the sting of death

    and opened the kingdom of heaven to all believers.

    You are seated at God’s right hand in glory.

    We believe that you will come and be our judge.

    Come then, Lord, and help your people,

    bought with the price of your own blood,

    and bring us with your saints

    to glory everlasting.

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

    Acts 4:18-21,23-33

    A Reading from the Acts of the Apostles.

    So they called them and ordered them not to speak or teach at all in the name of Jesus. But Peter and John answered them, "Whether it is right in God's sight to listen to you rather than to God, you must judge; for we cannot keep from speaking about what we have seen and heard." After threatening them again, they let them go, finding no way to punish them because of the people, for all of them praised God for what had happened. After they were released, they went to their friends and reported what the chief priests and the elders had said to them. When they heard it, they raised their voices together to God and said, "Sovereign Lord, who made the heaven and the earth, the sea, and everything in them, it is you who said by the Holy Spirit through our ancestor David, your servant: 'Why did the Gentiles rage, and the peoples imagine vain things? The kings of the earth took their stand, and the rulers have gathered together against the Lord and against his Messiah.' For in this city, in fact, both Herod and Pontius Pilate, with the Gentiles and the peoples of Israel, gathered together against your holy servant Jesus, whom you anointed, to do whatever your hand and your plan had predestined to take place. And now, Lord, look at their threats, and grant to your servants to speak your word with all boldness, while you stretch out your hand to heal, and signs and wonders are performed through the name of your holy servant Jesus." When they had prayed, the place in which they were gathered together was shaken; and they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and spoke the word of God with boldness. Now the whole group of those who believed were of one heart and soul, and no one claimed private ownership of any possessions, but everything they owned was held in common. With great power the apostles gave their testimony to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus, and great grace was upon them all.

    Officiant: The Word of the Lord
    People: Thanks be to God.

    16. The Song of Zechariah

    Benedictus Dominus Deus - Luke 1: 68-79

    Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel; *

    he has come to his people and set them free.

    He has raised up for us a mighty savior, *

    born of the house of his servant David.

    Through his holy prophets he promised of old,

    that he would save us from our enemies, *

    from the hands of all who hate us.

    He promised to show mercy to our fathers *

    and to remember his holy covenant.

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

    to set us free from the hands of our enemies,

    Free to worship him without fear, *

    holy and righteous in his sight

    all the days of our life.

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

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

    To give his people knowledge of salvation *

    by the forgiveness of their sins.

    In the tender compassion of our God *

    the dawn from on high shall break upon us,

    To shine on those who dwell in darkness and the shadow of death, *

    and to guide our feet into the way of peace.

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

    The Creed

    I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth.

    I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord. He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary. He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. He descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again. He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

    I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.

    The Prayers

    Officiant: The Lord be with you.
    People: And also with you.
    Officiant: Let us pray

    The Lord’s Prayer

    Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen.

    The Suffrages

    Show us your mercy, O Lord;
    And grant us your salvation.
    Clothe your ministers with righteousness;
    Let your people sing with joy.
    Give peace, O Lord, in all the world;
    For only in you can we live in safety.
    Lord, keep this nation under your care;
    And guide us in the way of justice and truth.
    Let your way be known upon earth;
    Your saving health among all nations.
    Let not the needy, O Lord, be forgotten;
    Nor the hope of the poor be taken away.
    Create in us clean hearts, O God;
    And sustain us with your Holy Spirit.

    Take a moment at this time to reflect and pray for the needs of others.

    Pentecost

    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.

    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 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.

    For Mission

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

    Thanksgivings

    The General Thanksgiving

    Almighty God, Father of all mercies, we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks for all your goodness and loving-kindness to us and to all whom you have made.
    We bless you for our creation, preservation, and all the blessings of this life; but above all for your immeasurable love in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ; for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.
    And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies, that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise, not only with our lips, but in our lives, by giving up our selves to your service, and by walking before you in holiness and righteousness all our days; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

    A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

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

    Conclusion

    Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia, alleluia.
    Thanks be to God. Alleluia, alleluia.

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

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    Easter

    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

    Confession

    Officiant: Let us humbly confess our sins unto Almighty God.

    People: Almighty and most merciful Father, we have erred and strayed from your ways like lost sheep. We have followed too much the devices and desires of our own hearts. We have offended against your 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; and apart from your grace, there is no health in us.
    O Lord, have mercy upon us. Spare all those who confess their faults. Restore all those who are penitent, according to your promises declared to all people in Christ Jesus our Lord. And grant, O most merciful Father, for his sake, that we may now live a godly, righteous, and sober life, to the glory of your holy Name. Amen.

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

    Invitatory & Psalms

    Officiant: O God, make speed to save us.
    People: O Lord, make haste to help us.
    Officiant & 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.

    Christ our Passover

    Pascha Nostrum - BCP p. 83

    Alleluia.

    Christ our Passover has been sacrificed for us; *

    therefore let us keep the feast,

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

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

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

    death no longer has dominion over him.

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

    but the life he lives, he lives to God.

    So also consider yourselves dead to sin, *

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

    Christ has been raised from the dead, *

    the first fruits of those who have fallen asleep.

    For since by a man came death, *

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

    For as in Adam all die, *

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

    Psalm 102

    Domine, exaudi

    BCP p. 731

    Lord, hear my prayer, and let my cry come before you; *

    hide not your face from me in the day of my trouble.

    Incline your ear to me; *

    when I call, make haste to answer me,

    For my days drift away like smoke, *

    and my bones are hot as burning coals.

    My heart is smitten like grass and withered, *

    so that I forget to eat my bread.

    Because of the voice of my groaning *

    I am but skin and bones.

    I have become like a vulture in the wilderness, *

    like an owl among the ruins.

    I lie awake and groan; *

    I am like a sparrow, lonely on a house-top.

    My enemies revile me all day long, *

    and those who scoff at me have taken an oath against me.

    For I have eaten ashes for bread *

    and mingled my drink with weeping.

    Because of your indignation and wrath *

    you have lifted me up and thrown me away.

    My days pass away like a shadow, *

    and I wither like the grass.

    But you, O Lord, endure for ever, *

    and your Name from age to age.

    You will arise and have compassion on Zion,

    for it is time to have mercy upon her; *

    indeed, the appointed time has come.

    For your servants love her very rubble, *

    and are moved to pity even for her dust.

    The nations shall fear your Name, O Lord, *

    and all the kings of the earth your glory.

    For the Lord will build up Zion, *

    and his glory will appear.

    He will look with favor on the prayer of the homeless; *

    he will not despise their plea.

    Let this be written for a future generation, *

    so that a people yet unborn may praise the Lord.

    For the Lord looked down from his holy place on high; *

    from the heavens he beheld the earth;

    That he might hear the groan of the captive *

    and set free those condemned to die;

    That they may declare in Zion the Name of the Lord, *

    and his praise in Jerusalem;

    When the peoples are gathered together, *

    and the kingdoms also, to serve the Lord.

    He has brought down my strength before my time; *

    he has shortened the number of my days;

    And I said, “O my God,

    do not take me away in the midst of my days; *

    your years endure throughout all generations.

    In the beginning, O Lord, you laid the foundations of the earth, *

    and the heavens are the work of your hands;

    They shall perish, but you will endure;

    they all shall wear out like a garment; *

    as clothing you will change them,

    and they shall be changed;

    But you are always the same, *

    and your years will never end.

    The children of your servants shall continue, *

    and their offspring shall stand fast in your sight.”

    Glory to the 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

    Jer. 31:27-34

    A Reading from the Book of the Prophet Jeremiah.

    The days are surely coming, says the Lord, when I will sow the house of Israel and the house of Judah with the seed of humans and the seed of animals. And just as I have watched over them to pluck up and break down, to overthrow, destroy, and bring evil, so I will watch over them to build and to plant, says the Lord. In those days they shall no longer say: "The parents have eaten sour grapes, and the children's teeth are set on edge." But all shall die for their own sins; the teeth of everyone who eats sour grapes shall be set on edge. The days are surely coming, says the Lord, when I will make a new covenant with the house of Israel and the house of Judah. It will not be like the covenant that I made with their ancestors when I took them by the hand to bring them out of the land of Egypt-- a covenant that they broke, though I was their husband, says the Lord. But this is the covenant that I will make with the house of Israel after those days, says the Lord: I will put my law within them, and I will write it on their hearts; and I will be their God, and they shall be my people. No longer shall they teach one another, or say to each other, "Know the Lord," for they shall all know me, from the least of them to the greatest, says the Lord; for I will forgive their iniquity, and remember their sin no more.

    Officiant: The Word of the Lord
    People: Thanks be to God.

    21. You are God

    Te Deum laudamus

    You are God: we praise you;

    You are the Lord; we acclaim you;

    You are the eternal Father:

    All creation worships you.

    To you all angels, all the powers of heaven,

    Cherubim and Seraphim, sing in endless praise:

    Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might,

    heaven and earth are full of your glory.

    The glorious company of apostles praise you.

    The noble fellowship of prophets praise you.

    The white-robed army of martyrs praise you.

    Throughout the world the holy Church acclaims you;

    Father, of majesty unbounded,

    your true and only Son, worthy of all worship,

    and the Holy Spirit, advocate and guide.

    You, Christ, are the king of glory,

    the eternal Son of the Father.

    When you became man to set us free

    you did not shun the Virgin’s womb.

    You overcame the sting of death

    and opened the kingdom of heaven to all believers.

    You are seated at God’s right hand in glory.

    We believe that you will come and be our judge.

    Come then, Lord, and help your people,

    bought with the price of your own blood,

    and bring us with your saints

    to glory everlasting.

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

    Eph. 5:1-20

    A Reading from the Letter to the Ephesians.

    Therefore be imitators of God, as beloved children, and live in love, as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us, a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God. But fornication and impurity of any kind, or greed, must not even be mentioned among you, as is proper among saints. Entirely out of place is obscene, silly, and vulgar talk; but instead, let there be thanksgiving. Be sure of this, that no fornicator or impure person, or one who is greedy (that is, an idolater), has any inheritance in the kingdom of Christ and of God. Let no one deceive you with empty words, for because of these things the wrath of God comes on those who are disobedient. Therefore do not be associated with them. For once you were darkness, but now in the Lord you are light. Live as children of light-- for the fruit of the light is found in all that is good and right and true. Try to find out what is pleasing to the Lord. Take no part in the unfruitful works of darkness, but instead expose them. For it is shameful even to mention what such people do secretly; but everything exposed by the light becomes visible, for everything that becomes visible is light. Therefore it says, "Sleeper, awake! Rise from the dead, and Christ will shine on you." Be careful then how you live, not as unwise people but as wise, making the most of the time, because the days are evil. So do not be foolish, but understand what the will of the Lord is. Do not get drunk with wine, for that is debauchery; but be filled with the Spirit, as you sing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs among yourselves, singing and making melody to the Lord in your hearts, giving thanks to God the Father at all times and for everything in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.

    Officiant: The Word of the Lord
    People: Thanks be to God.

    16. The Song of Zechariah

    Benedictus Dominus Deus - Luke 1: 68-79

    Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel; *

    he has come to his people and set them free.

    He has raised up for us a mighty savior, *

    born of the house of his servant David.

    Through his holy prophets he promised of old,

    that he would save us from our enemies, *

    from the hands of all who hate us.

    He promised to show mercy to our fathers *

    and to remember his holy covenant.

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

    to set us free from the hands of our enemies,

    Free to worship him without fear, *

    holy and righteous in his sight

    all the days of our life.

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

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

    To give his people knowledge of salvation *

    by the forgiveness of their sins.

    In the tender compassion of our God *

    the dawn from on high shall break upon us,

    To shine on those who dwell in darkness and the shadow of death, *

    and to guide our feet into the way of peace.

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

    The Creed

    I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth.

    I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord. He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary. He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. He descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again. He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

    I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.

    The Prayers

    Officiant: The Lord be with you.
    People: And also with you.
    Officiant: Let us pray

    The Lord’s Prayer

    Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen.

    The Suffrages

    Show us your mercy, O Lord;
    And grant us your salvation.
    Clothe your ministers with righteousness;
    Let your people sing with joy.
    Give peace, O Lord, in all the world;
    For only in you can we live in safety.
    Lord, keep this nation under your care;
    And guide us in the way of justice and truth.
    Let your way be known upon earth;
    Your saving health among all nations.
    Let not the needy, O Lord, be forgotten;
    Nor the hope of the poor be taken away.
    Create in us clean hearts, O God;
    And sustain us with your Holy Spirit.

    Take a moment at this time to reflect and pray for the needs of others.

    Seventh Sunday of Easter

    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.

    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 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.

    For Mission

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

    Thanksgivings

    The General Thanksgiving

    Almighty God, Father of all mercies, we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks for all your goodness and loving-kindness to us and to all whom you have made.
    We bless you for our creation, preservation, and all the blessings of this life; but above all for your immeasurable love in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ; for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.
    And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies, that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise, not only with our lips, but in our lives, by giving up our selves to your service, and by walking before you in holiness and righteousness all our days; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

    A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

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

    Conclusion

    Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia, alleluia.
    Thanks be to God. Alleluia, alleluia.

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

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    Easter

    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

    Confession

    Officiant: Let us humbly confess our sins unto Almighty God.

    People: Almighty and most merciful Father, we have erred and strayed from your ways like lost sheep. We have followed too much the devices and desires of our own hearts. We have offended against your 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; and apart from your grace, there is no health in us.
    O Lord, have mercy upon us. Spare all those who confess their faults. Restore all those who are penitent, according to your promises declared to all people in Christ Jesus our Lord. And grant, O most merciful Father, for his sake, that we may now live a godly, righteous, and sober life, to the glory of your holy Name. Amen.

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

    Invitatory & Psalms

    Officiant: O God, make speed to save us.
    People: O Lord, make haste to help us.
    Officiant & 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.

    Christ our Passover

    Pascha Nostrum - BCP p. 83

    Alleluia.

    Christ our Passover has been sacrificed for us; *

    therefore let us keep the feast,

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

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

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

    death no longer has dominion over him.

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

    but the life he lives, he lives to God.

    So also consider yourselves dead to sin, *

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

    Christ has been raised from the dead, *

    the first fruits of those who have fallen asleep.

    For since by a man came death, *

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

    For as in Adam all die, *

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

    Psalm 105: Part I

    Confitemini Domino

    Give thanks to the Lord and call upon his Name; *

    make known his deeds among the peoples.

    Sing to him, sing praises to him, *

    and speak of all his marvelous works.

    Glory in his holy Name; *

    let the hearts of those who seek the Lord rejoice.

    Search for the Lord and his strength; *

    continually seek his face.

    Remember the marvels he has done, *

    his wonders and the judgments of his mouth,

    O offspring of Abraham his servant, *

    O children of Jacob his chosen.

    He is the Lord our God; *

    his judgments prevail in all the world.

    He has always been mindful of his covenant, *

    the promise he made for a thousand generations:

    The covenant he made with Abraham, *

    the oath that he swore to Isaac,

    Which he established as a statute for Jacob, *

    an everlasting covenant for Israel,

    Saying, “To you will I give the land of Canaan *

    to be your allotted inheritance.”

    When they were few in number, *

    of little account, and sojourners in the land,

    Wandering from nation to nation *

    and from one kingdom to another,

    He let no one oppress them *

    and rebuked kings for their sake,

    Saying, “Do not touch my anointed *

    and do my prophets no harm.”

    Then he called for a famine in the land *

    and destroyed the supply of bread.

    He sent a man before them, *

    Joseph, who was sold as a slave.

    They bruised his feet in fetters; *

    his neck they put in an iron collar.

    Until his prediction came to pass, *

    the word of the Lord tested him.

    The king sent and released him; *

    the ruler of the peoples set him free.

    He set him as a master over his household, *

    as a ruler over all his possessions,

    To instruct his princes according to his will *

    and to teach his elders wisdom.

    Glory to the 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

    Zech. 4:1-14

    A Reading from the Book of the Prophet Zechariah.

    The angel who talked with me came again, and wakened me, as one is wakened from sleep. He said to me, "What do you see?" And I said, "I see a lampstand all of gold, with a bowl on the top of it; there are seven lamps on it, with seven lips on each of the lamps that are on the top of it. And by it there are two olive trees, one on the right of the bowl and the other on its left." I said to the angel who talked with me, "What are these, my lord?" Then the angel who talked with me answered me, "Do you not know what these are?" I said, "No, my lord." He said to me, "This is the word of the Lord to Zerubbabel: Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, says the Lord of hosts. What are you, O great mountain? Before Zerubbabel you shall become a plain; and he shall bring out the top stone amid shouts of 'Grace, grace to it!'" Moreover the word of the Lord came to me, saying, "The hands of Zerubbabel have laid the foundation of this house; his hands shall also complete it. Then you will know that the Lord of hosts has sent me to you. For whoever has despised the day of small things shall rejoice, and shall see the plummet in the hand of Zerubbabel. "These seven are the eyes of the Lord, which range through the whole earth." Then I said to him, "What are these two olive trees on the right and the left of the lampstand?" And a second time I said to him, "What are these two branches of the olive trees, which pour out the oil through the two golden pipes?" He said to me, "Do you not know what these are?" I said, "No, my lord." Then he said, "These are the two anointed ones who stand by the Lord of the whole earth."

    Officiant: The Word of the Lord
    People: Thanks be to God.

    21. You are God

    Te Deum laudamus

    You are God: we praise you;

    You are the Lord; we acclaim you;

    You are the eternal Father:

    All creation worships you.

    To you all angels, all the powers of heaven,

    Cherubim and Seraphim, sing in endless praise:

    Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might,

    heaven and earth are full of your glory.

    The glorious company of apostles praise you.

    The noble fellowship of prophets praise you.

    The white-robed army of martyrs praise you.

    Throughout the world the holy Church acclaims you;

    Father, of majesty unbounded,

    your true and only Son, worthy of all worship,

    and the Holy Spirit, advocate and guide.

    You, Christ, are the king of glory,

    the eternal Son of the Father.

    When you became man to set us free

    you did not shun the Virgin’s womb.

    You overcame the sting of death

    and opened the kingdom of heaven to all believers.

    You are seated at God’s right hand in glory.

    We believe that you will come and be our judge.

    Come then, Lord, and help your people,

    bought with the price of your own blood,

    and bring us with your saints

    to glory everlasting.

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

    Eph. 4:17-32

    A Reading from the Letter to the Ephesians.

    Now this I affirm and insist on in the Lord: you must no longer live as the Gentiles live, in the futility of their minds. They are darkened in their understanding, alienated from the life of God because of their ignorance and hardness of heart. They have lost all sensitivity and have abandoned themselves to licentiousness, greedy to practice every kind of impurity. That is not the way you learned Christ! For surely you have heard about him and were taught in him, as truth is in Jesus. You were taught to put away your former way of life, your old self, corrupt and deluded by its lusts, and to be renewed in the spirit of your minds, and to clothe yourselves with the new self, created according to the likeness of God in true righteousness and holiness. So then, putting away falsehood, let all of us speak the truth to our neighbors, for we are members of one another. Be angry but do not sin; do not let the sun go down on your anger, and do not make room for the devil. Thieves must give up stealing; rather let them labor and work honestly with their own hands, so as to have something to share with the needy. Let no evil talk come out of your mouths, but only what is useful for building up, as there is need, so that your words may give grace to those who hear. And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, with which you were marked with a seal for the day of redemption. Put away from you all bitterness and wrath and anger and wrangling and slander, together with all malice, and be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ has forgiven you.

    Officiant: The Word of the Lord
    People: Thanks be to God.

    16. The Song of Zechariah

    Benedictus Dominus Deus - Luke 1: 68-79

    Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel; *

    he has come to his people and set them free.

    He has raised up for us a mighty savior, *

    born of the house of his servant David.

    Through his holy prophets he promised of old,

    that he would save us from our enemies, *

    from the hands of all who hate us.

    He promised to show mercy to our fathers *

    and to remember his holy covenant.

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

    to set us free from the hands of our enemies,

    Free to worship him without fear, *

    holy and righteous in his sight

    all the days of our life.

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

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

    To give his people knowledge of salvation *

    by the forgiveness of their sins.

    In the tender compassion of our God *

    the dawn from on high shall break upon us,

    To shine on those who dwell in darkness and the shadow of death, *

    and to guide our feet into the way of peace.

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

    The Creed

    I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth.

    I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord. He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary. He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. He descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again. He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

    I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.

    The Prayers

    Officiant: The Lord be with you.
    People: And also with you.
    Officiant: Let us pray

    The Lord’s Prayer

    Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen.

    The Suffrages

    Show us your mercy, O Lord;
    And grant us your salvation.
    Clothe your ministers with righteousness;
    Let your people sing with joy.
    Give peace, O Lord, in all the world;
    For only in you can we live in safety.
    Lord, keep this nation under your care;
    And guide us in the way of justice and truth.
    Let your way be known upon earth;
    Your saving health among all nations.
    Let not the needy, O Lord, be forgotten;
    Nor the hope of the poor be taken away.
    Create in us clean hearts, O God;
    And sustain us with your Holy Spirit.

    Take a moment at this time to reflect and pray for the needs of others.

    Seventh Sunday of Easter

    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.

    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 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.

    For Mission

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

    Thanksgivings

    The General Thanksgiving

    Almighty God, Father of all mercies, we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks for all your goodness and loving-kindness to us and to all whom you have made.
    We bless you for our creation, preservation, and all the blessings of this life; but above all for your immeasurable love in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ; for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.
    And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies, that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise, not only with our lips, but in our lives, by giving up our selves to your service, and by walking before you in holiness and righteousness all our days; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

    A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

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

    Conclusion

    Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia, alleluia.
    Thanks be to God. Alleluia, alleluia.

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

  • The Seventh Wednesday of Easter

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    Easter

    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

    Confession

    Officiant: Let us humbly confess our sins unto Almighty God.

    People: Almighty and most merciful Father, we have erred and strayed from your ways like lost sheep. We have followed too much the devices and desires of our own hearts. We have offended against your 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; and apart from your grace, there is no health in us.
    O Lord, have mercy upon us. Spare all those who confess their faults. Restore all those who are penitent, according to your promises declared to all people in Christ Jesus our Lord. And grant, O most merciful Father, for his sake, that we may now live a godly, righteous, and sober life, to the glory of your holy Name. Amen.

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

    Invitatory & Psalms

    Officiant: O God, make speed to save us.
    People: O Lord, make haste to help us.
    Officiant & 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.

    Christ our Passover

    Pascha Nostrum - BCP p. 83

    Alleluia.

    Christ our Passover has been sacrificed for us; *

    therefore let us keep the feast,

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

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

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

    death no longer has dominion over him.

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

    but the life he lives, he lives to God.

    So also consider yourselves dead to sin, *

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

    Christ has been raised from the dead, *

    the first fruits of those who have fallen asleep.

    For since by a man came death, *

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

    For as in Adam all die, *

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

    Psalm 101

    Misericordiam ed judicium

    Iwill sing of mercy and justice; *

    to you, O Lord, will I sing praises.

    I will strive to follow a blameless course;

    oh, when will you come to me? *

    I will walk with sincerity of heart within my house.

    I will set no worthless thing before my eyes; *

    I hate the doers of evil deeds;

    they shall not remain with me.

    A crooked heart shall be far from me; *

    I will not know evil.

    Those who in secret slander their neighbors I will destroy; *

    those who have a haughty look and a proud heart I cannot abide.

    My eyes are upon the faithful in the land, that they may dwell with me, *

    and only those who lead a blameless life shall be my servants.

    Those who act deceitfully shall not dwell in my house, *

    and those who tell lies shall not continue in my sight.

    I will soon destroy all the wicked in the land, *

    that I may root out all evildoers from the city of the Lord.

    Psalm 109

    Deus, laudem

    Hold not your tongue, O God of my praise; *

    for the mouth of the wicked,

    the mouth of the deceitful, is opened against me.

    They speak to me with a lying tongue; *

    they encompass me with hateful words

    and fight against me without a cause.

    Despite my love, they accuse me; *

    but as for me, I pray for them.

    They repay evil for good, *

    and hatred for my love.

    [Set a wicked man against him, *

    and let an accuser stand at his right hand.

    When he is judged, let him be found guilty, *

    and let his appeal be in vain.

    Let his days be few, *

    and let another take his office.

    Let his children be fatherless, *

    and his wife become a widow.

    Let his children be waifs and beggars; *

    let them be driven from the ruins of their homes.

    Let the creditor seize everything he has; *

    let strangers plunder his gains.

    Let there be no one to show him kindness, *

    and none to pity his fatherless children.

    Let his descendants be destroyed, *

    and his name be blotted out in the next generation.

    Let the wickedness of his fathers be remembered before the Lord, *

    and his mother’s sin not be blotted out;

    Let their sin be always before the Lord; *

    but let him root out their names from the earth;

    Because he did not remember to show mercy, *

    but persecuted the poor and needy

    and sought to kill the brokenhearted.

    He loved cursing,

    let it come upon him; *

    he took no delight in blessing,

    let it depart from him.

    He put on cursing like a garment, *

    let it soak into his body like water

    and into his bones like oil;

    Let it be to him like the cloak which he wraps around himself, *

    and like the belt that he wears continually.

    Let this be the recompense from the Lord to my accusers, *

    and to those who speak evil against me.]

    But you, O Lord my God,

    oh, deal with me according to your Name; *

    for your tender mercy’s sake, deliver me.

    For I am poor and needy, *

    and my heart is wounded within me.

    I have faded away like a shadow when it lengthens; *

    I am shaken off like a locust.

    My knees are weak through fasting, *

    and my flesh is wasted and gaunt.

    I have become a reproach to them; *

    they see and shake their heads.

    Help me, O Lord my God; *

    save me for your mercy’s sake.

    Let them know that this is your hand, *

    that you, O Lord, have done it.

    They may curse, but you will bless; *

    let those who rise up against me be put to shame,

    and your servant will rejoice.

    Let my accusers be clothed with disgrace *

    and wrap themselves in their shame as in a cloak.

    I will give great thanks to the Lord with my mouth; *

    in the midst of the multitude will I praise him;

    Because he stands at the right hand of the needy, *

    to save his life from those who would condemn him.

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

    The Lessons

    Isa. 4:2-6

    A Reading from the Book of the Prophet Isaiah.

    On that day the branch of the Lord shall be beautiful and glorious, and the fruit of the land shall be the pride and glory of the survivors of Israel. Whoever is left in Zion and remains in Jerusalem will be called holy, everyone who has been recorded for life in Jerusalem, once the Lord has washed away the filth of the daughters of Zion and cleansed the bloodstains of Jerusalem from its midst by a spirit of judgment and by a spirit of burning. Then the Lord will create over the whole site of Mount Zion and over its places of assembly a cloud by day and smoke and the shining of a flaming fire by night. Indeed over all the glory there will be a canopy. It will serve as a pavilion, a shade by day from the heat, and a refuge and a shelter from the storm and rain.

    Officiant: The Word of the Lord
    People: Thanks be to God.

    21. You are God

    Te Deum laudamus

    You are God: we praise you;

    You are the Lord; we acclaim you;

    You are the eternal Father:

    All creation worships you.

    To you all angels, all the powers of heaven,

    Cherubim and Seraphim, sing in endless praise:

    Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might,

    heaven and earth are full of your glory.

    The glorious company of apostles praise you.

    The noble fellowship of prophets praise you.

    The white-robed army of martyrs praise you.

    Throughout the world the holy Church acclaims you;

    Father, of majesty unbounded,

    your true and only Son, worthy of all worship,

    and the Holy Spirit, advocate and guide.

    You, Christ, are the king of glory,

    the eternal Son of the Father.

    When you became man to set us free

    you did not shun the Virgin’s womb.

    You overcame the sting of death

    and opened the kingdom of heaven to all believers.

    You are seated at God’s right hand in glory.

    We believe that you will come and be our judge.

    Come then, Lord, and help your people,

    bought with the price of your own blood,

    and bring us with your saints

    to glory everlasting.

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

    Eph. 4:1-16

    A Reading from the Letter to the Ephesians.

    Itherefore, the prisoner in the Lord, beg you to lead a life worthy of the calling to which you have been called, with all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another in love, making every effort to maintain the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace. There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to the one hope of your calling, one Lord, one faith, one baptism, one God and Father of all, who is above all and through all and in all. But each of us was given grace according to the measure of Christ's gift. Therefore it is said, "When he ascended on high he made captivity itself a captive; he gave gifts to his people." (When it says, "He ascended," what does it mean but that he had also descended into the lower parts of the earth? He who descended is the same one who ascended far above all the heavens, so that he might fill all things.) The gifts he gave were that some would be apostles, some prophets, some evangelists, some pastors and teachers, to equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ, until all of us come to the unity of the faith and of the knowledge of the Son of God, to maturity, to the measure of the full stature of Christ. We must no longer be children, tossed to and fro and blown about by every wind of doctrine, by people's trickery, by their craftiness in deceitful scheming. But speaking the truth in love, we must grow up in every way into him who is the head, into Christ, from whom the whole body, joined and knit together by every ligament with which it is equipped, as each part is working properly, promotes the body's growth in building itself up in love.

    Officiant: The Word of the Lord
    People: Thanks be to God.

    16. The Song of Zechariah

    Benedictus Dominus Deus - Luke 1: 68-79

    Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel; *

    he has come to his people and set them free.

    He has raised up for us a mighty savior, *

    born of the house of his servant David.

    Through his holy prophets he promised of old,

    that he would save us from our enemies, *

    from the hands of all who hate us.

    He promised to show mercy to our fathers *

    and to remember his holy covenant.

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

    to set us free from the hands of our enemies,

    Free to worship him without fear, *

    holy and righteous in his sight

    all the days of our life.

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

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

    To give his people knowledge of salvation *

    by the forgiveness of their sins.

    In the tender compassion of our God *

    the dawn from on high shall break upon us,

    To shine on those who dwell in darkness and the shadow of death, *

    and to guide our feet into the way of peace.

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

    The Creed

    I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth.

    I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord. He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary. He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. He descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again. He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

    I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.

    The Prayers

    Officiant: The Lord be with you.
    People: And also with you.
    Officiant: Let us pray

    The Lord’s Prayer

    Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen.

    The Suffrages

    Show us your mercy, O Lord;
    And grant us your salvation.
    Clothe your ministers with righteousness;
    Let your people sing with joy.
    Give peace, O Lord, in all the world;
    For only in you can we live in safety.
    Lord, keep this nation under your care;
    And guide us in the way of justice and truth.
    Let your way be known upon earth;
    Your saving health among all nations.
    Let not the needy, O Lord, be forgotten;
    Nor the hope of the poor be taken away.
    Create in us clean hearts, O God;
    And sustain us with your Holy Spirit.

    Take a moment at this time to reflect and pray for the needs of others.

    Seventh Sunday of Easter

    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.

    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 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.

    For Mission

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

    Thanksgivings

    The General Thanksgiving

    Almighty God, Father of all mercies, we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks for all your goodness and loving-kindness to us and to all whom you have made.
    We bless you for our creation, preservation, and all the blessings of this life; but above all for your immeasurable love in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ; for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.
    And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies, that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise, not only with our lips, but in our lives, by giving up our selves to your service, and by walking before you in holiness and righteousness all our days; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

    A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

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

    Conclusion

    Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia, alleluia.
    Thanks be to God. Alleluia, alleluia.

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

  • The Seventh Tuesday of Easter

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    Easter

    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

    Confession

    Officiant: Let us humbly confess our sins unto Almighty God.

    People: Almighty and most merciful Father, we have erred and strayed from your ways like lost sheep. We have followed too much the devices and desires of our own hearts. We have offended against your 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; and apart from your grace, there is no health in us.
    O Lord, have mercy upon us. Spare all those who confess their faults. Restore all those who are penitent, according to your promises declared to all people in Christ Jesus our Lord. And grant, O most merciful Father, for his sake, that we may now live a godly, righteous, and sober life, to the glory of your holy Name. Amen.

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

    Invitatory & Psalms

    Officiant: O God, make speed to save us.
    People: O Lord, make haste to help us.
    Officiant & 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.

    Christ our Passover

    Pascha Nostrum - BCP p. 83

    Alleluia.

    Christ our Passover has been sacrificed for us; *

    therefore let us keep the feast,

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

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

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

    death no longer has dominion over him.

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

    but the life he lives, he lives to God.

    So also consider yourselves dead to sin, *

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

    Christ has been raised from the dead, *

    the first fruits of those who have fallen asleep.

    For since by a man came death, *

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

    For as in Adam all die, *

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

    Psalm 97

    Dominus regnavit

    The Lord is King;

    let the earth rejoice; *

    let the multitude of the isles be glad.

    Clouds and darkness are round about him, *

    righteousness and justice are the foundations of his throne.

    A fire goes before him *

    and burns up his enemies on every side.

    His lightnings light up the world; *

    the earth sees it and is afraid.

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

    at the presence of the Lord of the whole earth.

    The heavens declare his righteousness, *

    and all the peoples see his glory.

    Confounded be all who worship carved images

    and delight in false gods! *

    Bow down before him, all you gods.

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

    because of your judgments, O Lord.

    For you are the Lord,

    most high over all the earth; *

    you are exalted far above all gods.

    The Lord loves those who hate evil; *

    he preserves the lives of his saints

    and delivers them from the hand of the wicked.

    Light has sprung up for the righteous, *

    and joyful gladness for those who are truehearted.

    Rejoice in the Lord, you righteous, *

    and give thanks to his holy Name.

    Psalm 99

    Dominus regnavit

    The Lord is King;

    let the people tremble; *

    he is enthroned upon the cherubim;

    let the earth shake.

    The Lord is great in Zion; *

    he is high above all peoples.

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

    he is the Holy One.

    “O mighty King, lover of justice,

    you have established equity; *

    you have executed justice and righteousness in Jacob.”

    Proclaim the greatness of the Lord our God

    and fall down before his footstool; *

    he is the Holy One.

    Moses and Aaron among his priests,

    and Samuel among those who call upon his Name, *

    they called upon the Lord, and he answered them.

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

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

    “O Lord our God, you answered them indeed; *

    you were a God who forgave them,

    yet punished them for their evil deeds.”

    Proclaim the greatness of the Lord our God

    and worship him upon his holy hill; *

    for the Lord our God is the Holy One.

    Psalm 100

    Jubilate Deo

    Be joyful in the Lord, all you lands; *

    serve the Lord with gladness

    and come before his presence with a song.

    Know this: The Lord himself is God; *

    he himself has made us, and we are his;

    we are his people and the sheep of his pasture.

    Enter his gates with thanksgiving;

    go into his courts with praise; *

    give thanks to him and call upon his Name.

    For the Lord is good;

    his mercy is everlasting; *

    and his faithfulness endures from age to age.

    Glory to the 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

    1 Sam. 16:1-13a

    A Reading from the First Book of Samuel.

    The Lord said to Samuel, "How long will you grieve over Saul? I have rejected him from being king over Israel. Fill your horn with oil and set out; I will send you to Jesse the Bethlehemite, for I have provided for myself a king among his sons." Samuel said, "How can I go? If Saul hears of it, he will kill me." And the Lord said, "Take a heifer with you, and say, 'I have come to sacrifice to the Lord.' Invite Jesse to the sacrifice, and I will show you what you shall do; and you shall anoint for me the one whom I name to you." Samuel did what the Lord commanded, and came to Bethlehem. The elders of the city came to meet him trembling, and said, "Do you come peaceably?" He said, "Peaceably; I have come to sacrifice to the Lord; sanctify yourselves and come with me to the sacrifice." And he sanctified Jesse and his sons and invited them to the sacrifice. When they came, he looked on Eliab and thought, "Surely the Lord's anointed is now before the Lord." But the Lord said to Samuel, "Do not look on his appearance or on the height of his stature, because I have rejected him; for the Lord does not see as mortals see; they look on the outward appearance, but the Lord looks on the heart." Then Jesse called Abinadab, and made him pass before Samuel. He said, "Neither has the Lord chosen this one." Then Jesse made Shammah pass by. And he said, "Neither has the Lord chosen this one." Jesse made seven of his sons pass before Samuel, and Samuel said to Jesse, "The Lord has not chosen any of these." Samuel said to Jesse, "Are all your sons here?" And he said, "There remains yet the youngest, but he is keeping the sheep." And Samuel said to Jesse, "Send and bring him; for we will not sit down until he comes here." He sent and brought him in. Now he was ruddy, and had beautiful eyes, and was handsome. The Lord said, "Rise and anoint him; for this is the one." Then Samuel took the horn of oil, and anointed him in the presence of his brothers; and the spirit of the Lord came mightily upon David from that day forward. Samuel then set out and went to Ramah.

    Officiant: The Word of the Lord
    People: Thanks be to God.

    21. You are God

    Te Deum laudamus

    You are God: we praise you;

    You are the Lord; we acclaim you;

    You are the eternal Father:

    All creation worships you.

    To you all angels, all the powers of heaven,

    Cherubim and Seraphim, sing in endless praise:

    Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might,

    heaven and earth are full of your glory.

    The glorious company of apostles praise you.

    The noble fellowship of prophets praise you.

    The white-robed army of martyrs praise you.

    Throughout the world the holy Church acclaims you;

    Father, of majesty unbounded,

    your true and only Son, worthy of all worship,

    and the Holy Spirit, advocate and guide.

    You, Christ, are the king of glory,

    the eternal Son of the Father.

    When you became man to set us free

    you did not shun the Virgin’s womb.

    You overcame the sting of death

    and opened the kingdom of heaven to all believers.

    You are seated at God’s right hand in glory.

    We believe that you will come and be our judge.

    Come then, Lord, and help your people,

    bought with the price of your own blood,

    and bring us with your saints

    to glory everlasting.

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

    Eph. 3:14-21

    A Reading from the Letter to the Ephesians.

    For this reason I bow my knees before the Father, from whom every family in heaven and on earth takes its name. I pray that, according to the riches of his glory, he may grant that you may be strengthened in your inner being with power through his Spirit, and that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith, as you are being rooted and grounded in love. I pray that you may have the power to comprehend, with all the saints, what is the breadth and length and height and depth, and to know the love of Christ that surpasses knowledge, so that you may be filled with all the fullness of God. Now to him who by the power at work within us is able to accomplish abundantly far more than all we can ask or imagine, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus to all generations, forever and ever. Amen.

    Officiant: The Word of the Lord
    People: Thanks be to God.

    16. The Song of Zechariah

    Benedictus Dominus Deus - Luke 1: 68-79

    Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel; *

    he has come to his people and set them free.

    He has raised up for us a mighty savior, *

    born of the house of his servant David.

    Through his holy prophets he promised of old,

    that he would save us from our enemies, *

    from the hands of all who hate us.

    He promised to show mercy to our fathers *

    and to remember his holy covenant.

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

    to set us free from the hands of our enemies,

    Free to worship him without fear, *

    holy and righteous in his sight

    all the days of our life.

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

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

    To give his people knowledge of salvation *

    by the forgiveness of their sins.

    In the tender compassion of our God *

    the dawn from on high shall break upon us,

    To shine on those who dwell in darkness and the shadow of death, *

    and to guide our feet into the way of peace.

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

    The Creed

    I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth.

    I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord. He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary. He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. He descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again. He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

    I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.

    The Prayers

    Officiant: The Lord be with you.
    People: And also with you.
    Officiant: Let us pray

    The Lord’s Prayer

    Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen.

    The Suffrages

    Show us your mercy, O Lord;
    And grant us your salvation.
    Clothe your ministers with righteousness;
    Let your people sing with joy.
    Give peace, O Lord, in all the world;
    For only in you can we live in safety.
    Lord, keep this nation under your care;
    And guide us in the way of justice and truth.
    Let your way be known upon earth;
    Your saving health among all nations.
    Let not the needy, O Lord, be forgotten;
    Nor the hope of the poor be taken away.
    Create in us clean hearts, O God;
    And sustain us with your Holy Spirit.

    Take a moment at this time to reflect and pray for the needs of others.

    Seventh Sunday of Easter

    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.

    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 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.

    For Mission

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

    Thanksgivings

    The General Thanksgiving

    Almighty God, Father of all mercies, we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks for all your goodness and loving-kindness to us and to all whom you have made.
    We bless you for our creation, preservation, and all the blessings of this life; but above all for your immeasurable love in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ; for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.
    And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies, that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise, not only with our lips, but in our lives, by giving up our selves to your service, and by walking before you in holiness and righteousness all our days; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

    A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

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

    Conclusion

    Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia, alleluia.
    Thanks be to God. Alleluia, alleluia.

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

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    Easter

    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

    Confession

    Officiant: Let us humbly confess our sins unto Almighty God.

    People: Almighty and most merciful Father, we have erred and strayed from your ways like lost sheep. We have followed too much the devices and desires of our own hearts. We have offended against your 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; and apart from your grace, there is no health in us.
    O Lord, have mercy upon us. Spare all those who confess their faults. Restore all those who are penitent, according to your promises declared to all people in Christ Jesus our Lord. And grant, O most merciful Father, for his sake, that we may now live a godly, righteous, and sober life, to the glory of your holy Name. Amen.

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

    Invitatory & Psalms

    Officiant: O God, make speed to save us.
    People: O Lord, make haste to help us.
    Officiant & 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.

    Christ our Passover

    Pascha Nostrum - BCP p. 83

    Alleluia.

    Christ our Passover has been sacrificed for us; *

    therefore let us keep the feast,

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

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

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

    death no longer has dominion over him.

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

    but the life he lives, he lives to God.

    So also consider yourselves dead to sin, *

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

    Christ has been raised from the dead, *

    the first fruits of those who have fallen asleep.

    For since by a man came death, *

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

    For as in Adam all die, *

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

    Psalm 89: Part I

    Misericordias Domini

    BCP p. 713

    Your love, O Lord, for ever will I sing; *

    from age to age my mouth will proclaim your faithfulness.

    For I am persuaded that your love is established for ever; *

    you have set your faithfulness firmly in the heavens.

    “I have made a covenant with my chosen one; *

    I have sworn an oath to David my servant:

    ‘I will establish your line for ever, *

    and preserve your throne for all generations.’”

    The heavens bear witness to your wonders, O Lord, *

    and to your faithfulness in the assembly of the holy ones;

    For who in the skies can be compared to the Lord? *

    who is like the Lord among the gods?

    God is much to be feared in the council of the holy ones, *

    great and terrible to all those round about him.

    Who is like you, Lord God of hosts? *

    O mighty Lord, your faithfulness is all around you.

    You rule the raging of the sea *

    and still the surging of its waves.

    You have crushed Rahab of the deep with a deadly wound; *

    you have scattered your enemies with your mighty arm.

    Yours are the heavens; the earth also is yours; *

    you laid the foundations of the world and all that is in it.

    You have made the north and the south; *

    Tabor and Hermon rejoice in your Name.

    You have a mighty arm; *

    strong is your hand and high is your right hand.

    Righteousness and justice are the foundations of your throne; *

    love and truth go before your face.

    Happy are the people who know the festal shout! *

    they walk, O Lord, in the light of your presence.

    They rejoice daily in your Name; *

    they are jubilant in your righteousness.

    For you are the glory of their strength, *

    and by your favor our might is exalted.

    Truly, the Lord is our ruler; *

    The Holy One of Israel is our King.

    Glory to the 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

    Joshua 1:1-9

    A Reading from the Book of Joshua.

    After the death of Moses the servant of the Lord, the Lord spoke to Joshua son of Nun, Moses' assistant, saying, "My servant Moses is dead. Now proceed to cross the Jordan, you and all this people, into the land that I am giving to them, to the Israelites. Every place that the sole of your foot will tread upon I have given to you, as I promised to Moses. From the wilderness and the Lebanon as far as the great river, the river Euphrates, all the land of the Hittites, to the Great Sea in the west shall be your territory. No one shall be able to stand against you all the days of your life. As I was with Moses, so I will be with you; I will not fail you or forsake you. Be strong and courageous; for you shall put this people in possession of the land that I swore to their ancestors to give them. Only be strong and very courageous, being careful to act in accordance with all the law that my servant Moses commanded you; do not turn from it to the right hand or to the left, so that you may be successful wherever you go. This book of the law shall not depart out of your mouth; you shall meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to act in accordance with all that is written in it. For then you shall make your way prosperous, and then you shall be successful. I hereby command you: Be strong and courageous; do not be frightened or dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go."

    Officiant: The Word of the Lord
    People: Thanks be to God.

    21. You are God

    Te Deum laudamus

    You are God: we praise you;

    You are the Lord; we acclaim you;

    You are the eternal Father:

    All creation worships you.

    To you all angels, all the powers of heaven,

    Cherubim and Seraphim, sing in endless praise:

    Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might,

    heaven and earth are full of your glory.

    The glorious company of apostles praise you.

    The noble fellowship of prophets praise you.

    The white-robed army of martyrs praise you.

    Throughout the world the holy Church acclaims you;

    Father, of majesty unbounded,

    your true and only Son, worthy of all worship,

    and the Holy Spirit, advocate and guide.

    You, Christ, are the king of glory,

    the eternal Son of the Father.

    When you became man to set us free

    you did not shun the Virgin’s womb.

    You overcame the sting of death

    and opened the kingdom of heaven to all believers.

    You are seated at God’s right hand in glory.

    We believe that you will come and be our judge.

    Come then, Lord, and help your people,

    bought with the price of your own blood,

    and bring us with your saints

    to glory everlasting.

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

    Eph. 3:1-13

    A Reading from the Letter to the Ephesians.

    This is the reason that I Paul am a prisoner for Christ Jesus for the sake of you Gentiles-- for surely you have already heard of the commission of God's grace that was given me for you, and how the mystery was made known to me by revelation, as I wrote above in a few words, a reading of which will enable you to perceive my understanding of the mystery of Christ. In former generations this mystery was not made known to humankind, as it has now been revealed to his holy apostles and prophets by the Spirit: that is, the Gentiles have become fellow heirs, members of the same body, and sharers in the promise in Christ Jesus through the gospel. Of this gospel I have become a servant according to the gift of God's grace that was given me by the working of his power. Although I am the very least of all the saints, this grace was given to me to bring to the Gentiles the news of the boundless riches of Christ, and to make everyone see what is the plan of the mystery hidden for ages in God who created all things; so that through the church the wisdom of God in its rich variety might now be made known to the rulers and authorities in the heavenly places. This was in accordance with the eternal purpose that he has carried out in Christ Jesus our Lord, in whom we have access to God in boldness and confidence through faith in him. I pray therefore that you may not lose heart over my sufferings for you; they are your glory.

    Officiant: The Word of the Lord
    People: Thanks be to God.

    16. The Song of Zechariah

    Benedictus Dominus Deus - Luke 1: 68-79

    Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel; *

    he has come to his people and set them free.

    He has raised up for us a mighty savior, *

    born of the house of his servant David.

    Through his holy prophets he promised of old,

    that he would save us from our enemies, *

    from the hands of all who hate us.

    He promised to show mercy to our fathers *

    and to remember his holy covenant.

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

    to set us free from the hands of our enemies,

    Free to worship him without fear, *

    holy and righteous in his sight

    all the days of our life.

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

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

    To give his people knowledge of salvation *

    by the forgiveness of their sins.

    In the tender compassion of our God *

    the dawn from on high shall break upon us,

    To shine on those who dwell in darkness and the shadow of death, *

    and to guide our feet into the way of peace.

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

    The Creed

    I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth.

    I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord. He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary. He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. He descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again. He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

    I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.

    The Prayers

    Officiant: The Lord be with you.
    People: And also with you.
    Officiant: Let us pray

    The Lord’s Prayer

    Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen.

    The Suffrages

    Show us your mercy, O Lord;
    And grant us your salvation.
    Clothe your ministers with righteousness;
    Let your people sing with joy.
    Give peace, O Lord, in all the world;
    For only in you can we live in safety.
    Lord, keep this nation under your care;
    And guide us in the way of justice and truth.
    Let your way be known upon earth;
    Your saving health among all nations.
    Let not the needy, O Lord, be forgotten;
    Nor the hope of the poor be taken away.
    Create in us clean hearts, O God;
    And sustain us with your Holy Spirit.

    Take a moment at this time to reflect and pray for the needs of others.

    Seventh Sunday of Easter

    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.

    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 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.

    For Mission

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

    Thanksgivings

    The General Thanksgiving

    Almighty God, Father of all mercies, we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks for all your goodness and loving-kindness to us and to all whom you have made.
    We bless you for our creation, preservation, and all the blessings of this life; but above all for your immeasurable love in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ; for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.
    And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies, that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise, not only with our lips, but in our lives, by giving up our selves to your service, and by walking before you in holiness and righteousness all our days; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

    A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

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

    Conclusion

    Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia, alleluia.
    Thanks be to God. Alleluia, alleluia.

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

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    Easter

    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

    Confession

    Officiant: Let us humbly confess our sins unto Almighty God.

    People: Almighty and most merciful Father, we have erred and strayed from your ways like lost sheep. We have followed too much the devices and desires of our own hearts. We have offended against your 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; and apart from your grace, there is no health in us.
    O Lord, have mercy upon us. Spare all those who confess their faults. Restore all those who are penitent, according to your promises declared to all people in Christ Jesus our Lord. And grant, O most merciful Father, for his sake, that we may now live a godly, righteous, and sober life, to the glory of your holy Name. Amen.

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

    Invitatory & Psalms

    Officiant: O God, make speed to save us.
    People: O Lord, make haste to help us.
    Officiant & 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.

    Christ our Passover

    Pascha Nostrum - BCP p. 83

    Alleluia.

    Christ our Passover has been sacrificed for us; *

    therefore let us keep the feast,

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

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

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

    death no longer has dominion over him.

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

    but the life he lives, he lives to God.

    So also consider yourselves dead to sin, *

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

    Christ has been raised from the dead, *

    the first fruits of those who have fallen asleep.

    For since by a man came death, *

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

    For as in Adam all die, *

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

    Psalm 66

    Jubilate Deo - BCP p. 673

    Be joyful in God, all you lands; *

    sing the glory of his Name;

    sing the glory of his praise.

    Say to God, “How awesome are your deeds! *

    because of your great strength your enemies cringe before you.

    All the earth bows down before you, *

    sings to you, sings out your Name.”

    Come now and see the works of God, *

    how wonderful he is in his doing toward all people.

    He turned the sea into dry land,

    so that they went through the water on foot, *

    and there we rejoiced in him.

    In his might he rules for ever;

    his eyes keep watch over the nations; *

    let no rebel rise up against him.

    Bless our God, you peoples; *

    make the voice of his praise to be heard;

    Who holds our souls in life, *

    and will not allow our feet to slip.

    For you, O God, have proved us; *

    you have tried us just as silver is tried.

    You brought us into the snare; *

    you laid heavy burdens upon our backs.

    You let enemies ride over our heads;

    we went through fire and water; *

    but you brought us out into a place of refreshment.

    I will enter your house with burnt-offerings

    and will pay you my vows, *

    which I promised with my lips

    and spoke with my mouth when I was in trouble.

    I will offer you sacrifices of fat beasts

    with the smoke of rams; *

    I will give you oxen and goats.

    Come and listen, all you who fear God, *

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

    I called out to him with my mouth, *

    and his praise was on my tongue.

    If I had found evil in my heart, *

    the Lord would not have heard me;

    But in truth God has heard me; *

    he has attended to the voice of my prayer.

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

    nor withheld his love from me.

    Psalm 67

    Deus misereatur - BCP p. 675

    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.

    Let the nations be glad and sing for joy, *

    for you judge the peoples with equity

    and guide all the nations upon earth.

    Let the peoples praise you, O God; *

    let all the peoples praise you.

    The earth has brought forth her increase; *

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

    May God give us his blessing, *

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

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

    The Lessons

    Exod. 3:1-12

    A Reading from the Book of Exodus.

    Moses was keeping the flock of his father-in-law Jethro, the priest of Midian; he led his flock beyond the wilderness, and came to Horeb, the mountain of God. There the angel of the Lord appeared to him in a flame of fire out of a bush; he looked, and the bush was blazing, yet it was not consumed. Then Moses said, "I must turn aside and look at this great sight, and see why the bush is not burned up." When the Lord saw that he had turned aside to see, God called to him out of the bush, "Moses, Moses!" And he said, "Here I am." Then he said, "Come no closer! Remove the sandals from your feet, for the place on which you are standing is holy ground." He said further, "I am the God of your father, the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob." And Moses hid his face, for he was afraid to look at God. Then the Lord said, "I have observed the misery of my people who are in Egypt; I have heard their cry on account of their taskmasters. Indeed, I know their sufferings, and I have come down to deliver them from the Egyptians, and to bring them up out of that land to a good and broad land, a land flowing with milk and honey, to the country of the Canaanites, the Hittites, the Amorites, the Perizzites, the Hivites, and the Jebusites. The cry of the Israelites has now come to me; I have also seen how the Egyptians oppress them. So come, I will send you to Pharaoh to bring my people, the Israelites, out of Egypt." But Moses said to God, "Who am I that I should go to Pharaoh, and bring the Israelites out of Egypt?" He said, "I will be with you; and this shall be the sign for you that it is I who sent you: when you have brought the people out of Egypt, you shall worship God on this mountain."

    Officiant: The Word of the Lord
    People: Thanks be to God.

    21. You are God

    Te Deum laudamus

    You are God: we praise you;

    You are the Lord; we acclaim you;

    You are the eternal Father:

    All creation worships you.

    To you all angels, all the powers of heaven,

    Cherubim and Seraphim, sing in endless praise:

    Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might,

    heaven and earth are full of your glory.

    The glorious company of apostles praise you.

    The noble fellowship of prophets praise you.

    The white-robed army of martyrs praise you.

    Throughout the world the holy Church acclaims you;

    Father, of majesty unbounded,

    your true and only Son, worthy of all worship,

    and the Holy Spirit, advocate and guide.

    You, Christ, are the king of glory,

    the eternal Son of the Father.

    When you became man to set us free

    you did not shun the Virgin’s womb.

    You overcame the sting of death

    and opened the kingdom of heaven to all believers.

    You are seated at God’s right hand in glory.

    We believe that you will come and be our judge.

    Come then, Lord, and help your people,

    bought with the price of your own blood,

    and bring us with your saints

    to glory everlasting.

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

    Heb. 12:18-29

    A Reading from the Book of Hebrews.

    You have not come to something that can be touched, a blazing fire, and darkness, and gloom, and a tempest, and the sound of a trumpet, and a voice whose words made the hearers beg that not another word be spoken to them. (For they could not endure the order that was given, "If even an animal touches the mountain, it shall be stoned to death." Indeed, so terrifying was the sight that Moses said, "I tremble with fear.") But you have come to Mount Zion and to the city of the living God, the heavenly Jerusalem, and to innumerable angels in festal gathering, and to the assembly of the firstborn who are enrolled in heaven, and to God the judge of all, and to the spirits of the righteous made perfect, and to Jesus, the mediator of a new covenant, and to the sprinkled blood that speaks a better word than the blood of Abel. See that you do not refuse the one who is speaking; for if they did not escape when they refused the one who warned them on earth, how much less will we escape if we reject the one who warns from heaven! At that time his voice shook the earth; but now he has promised, "Yet once more I will shake not only the earth but also the heaven." This phrase, "Yet once more," indicates the removal of what is shaken-- that is, created things-- so that what cannot be shaken may remain. Therefore, since we are receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken, let us give thanks, by which we offer to God an acceptable worship with reverence and awe; for indeed our God is a consuming fire.

    Officiant: The Word of the Lord
    People: Thanks be to God.

    16. The Song of Zechariah

    Benedictus Dominus Deus - Luke 1: 68-79

    Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel; *

    he has come to his people and set them free.

    He has raised up for us a mighty savior, *

    born of the house of his servant David.

    Through his holy prophets he promised of old,

    that he would save us from our enemies, *

    from the hands of all who hate us.

    He promised to show mercy to our fathers *

    and to remember his holy covenant.

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

    to set us free from the hands of our enemies,

    Free to worship him without fear, *

    holy and righteous in his sight

    all the days of our life.

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

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

    To give his people knowledge of salvation *

    by the forgiveness of their sins.

    In the tender compassion of our God *

    the dawn from on high shall break upon us,

    To shine on those who dwell in darkness and the shadow of death, *

    and to guide our feet into the way of peace.

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

    The Creed

    I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth.

    I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord. He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary. He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. He descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again. He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

    I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.

    The Prayers

    Officiant: The Lord be with you.
    People: And also with you.
    Officiant: Let us pray

    The Lord’s Prayer

    Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen.

    The Suffrages

    Show us your mercy, O Lord;
    And grant us your salvation.
    Clothe your ministers with righteousness;
    Let your people sing with joy.
    Give peace, O Lord, in all the world;
    For only in you can we live in safety.
    Lord, keep this nation under your care;
    And guide us in the way of justice and truth.
    Let your way be known upon earth;
    Your saving health among all nations.
    Let not the needy, O Lord, be forgotten;
    Nor the hope of the poor be taken away.
    Create in us clean hearts, O God;
    And sustain us with your Holy Spirit.

    Take a moment at this time to reflect and pray for the needs of others.

    Seventh Sunday of Easter

    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.

    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 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.

    For Mission

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

    Thanksgivings

    The General Thanksgiving

    Almighty God, Father of all mercies, we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks for all your goodness and loving-kindness to us and to all whom you have made.
    We bless you for our creation, preservation, and all the blessings of this life; but above all for your immeasurable love in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ; for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.
    And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies, that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise, not only with our lips, but in our lives, by giving up our selves to your service, and by walking before you in holiness and righteousness all our days; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

    A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

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

    Conclusion

    Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia, alleluia.
    Thanks be to God. Alleluia, alleluia.

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

  • Prayer for The Sixth Saturday of Easter

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    Easter

    If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God.

    Confession

    Officiant: Let us humbly confess our sins unto Almighty God.

    People: Almighty and most merciful Father, we have erred and strayed from your ways like lost sheep. We have followed too much the devices and desires of our own hearts. We have offended against your 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; and apart from your grace, there is no health in us.
    O Lord, have mercy upon us. Spare all those who confess their faults. Restore all those who are penitent, according to your promises declared to all people in Christ Jesus our Lord. And grant, O most merciful Father, for his sake, that we may now live a godly, righteous, and sober life, to the glory of your holy Name. Amen.

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

    Invitatory & Psalms

    Officiant: O God, make speed to save us.
    People: O Lord, make haste to help us.
    Officiant & 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.

    Christ our Passover

    Pascha Nostrum - BCP p. 83

    Alleluia.

    Christ our Passover has been sacrificed for us; *

    therefore let us keep the feast,

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

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

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

    death no longer has dominion over him.

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

    but the life he lives, he lives to God.

    So also consider yourselves dead to sin, *

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

    Christ has been raised from the dead, *

    the first fruits of those who have fallen asleep.

    For since by a man came death, *

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

    For as in Adam all die, *

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

    Psalm 90

    Domine, refugium - BCP p. 717

    Lord, you have been our refuge *

    from one generation to another.

    Before the mountains were brought forth,

    or the land and the earth were born, *

    from age to age you are God.

    You turn us back to the dust and say, *

    “Go back, O child of earth.”

    For a thousand years in your sight are like yesterday when it is past *

    and like a watch in the night.

    You sweep us away like a dream; *

    we fade away suddenly like the grass.

    In the morning it is green and flourishes; *

    in the evening it is dried up and withered.

    For we consume away in your displeasure; *

    we are afraid because of your wrathful indignation.

    Our iniquities you have set before you, *

    and our secret sins in the light of your countenance.

    When you are angry, all our days are gone; *

    we bring our years to an end like a sigh.

    The span of our life is seventy years,

    perhaps in strength even eighty; *

    yet the sum of them is but labor and sorrow,

    for they pass away quickly and we are gone.

    Who regards the power of your wrath? *

    who rightly fears your indignation?

    So teach us to number our days *

    that we may apply our hearts to wisdom.

    Return, O Lord; how long will you tarry? *

    be gracious to your servants.

    Satisfy us by your loving-kindness in the morning; *

    so shall we rejoice and be glad all the days of our life.

    Make us glad by the measure of the days that you afflicted us *

    and the years in which we suffered adversity.

    Show your servants your works *

    and your splendor to their children.

    May the graciousness of the Lord our God be upon us; *

    prosper the work of our hands;

    prosper our handiwork.

    Glory to the 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

    Num. 11:16-17,24-29

    A Reading from the Book of Numbers.

    So the Lord said to Moses, "Gather for me seventy of the elders of Israel, whom you know to be the elders of the people and officers over them; bring them to the tent of meeting, and have them take their place there with you. I will come down and talk with you there; and I will take some of the spirit that is on you and put it on them; and they shall bear the burden of the people along with you so that you will not bear it all by yourself. So Moses went out and told the people the words of the Lord; and he gathered seventy elders of the people, and placed them all around the tent. Then the Lord came down in the cloud and spoke to him, and took some of the spirit that was on him and put it on the seventy elders; and when the spirit rested upon them, they prophesied. But they did not do so again. Two men remained in the camp, one named Eldad, and the other named Medad, and the spirit rested on them; they were among those registered, but they had not gone out to the tent, and so they prophesied in the camp. And a young man ran and told Moses, "Eldad and Medad are prophesying in the camp." And Joshua son of Nun, the assistant of Moses, one of his chosen men, said, "My lord Moses, stop them!" But Moses said to him, "Are you jealous for my sake? Would that all the Lord's people were prophets, and that the Lord would put his spirit on them!"

    Officiant: The Word of the Lord
    People: Thanks be to God.

    21. You are God

    Te Deum laudamus

    You are God: we praise you;

    You are the Lord; we acclaim you;

    You are the eternal Father:

    All creation worships you.

    To you all angels, all the powers of heaven,

    Cherubim and Seraphim, sing in endless praise:

    Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might,

    heaven and earth are full of your glory.

    The glorious company of apostles praise you.

    The noble fellowship of prophets praise you.

    The white-robed army of martyrs praise you.

    Throughout the world the holy Church acclaims you;

    Father, of majesty unbounded,

    your true and only Son, worthy of all worship,

    and the Holy Spirit, advocate and guide.

    You, Christ, are the king of glory,

    the eternal Son of the Father.

    When you became man to set us free

    you did not shun the Virgin’s womb.

    You overcame the sting of death

    and opened the kingdom of heaven to all believers.

    You are seated at God’s right hand in glory.

    We believe that you will come and be our judge.

    Come then, Lord, and help your people,

    bought with the price of your own blood,

    and bring us with your saints

    to glory everlasting.

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

    Eph. 2:11-22

    A Reading from the Letter to the Ephesians.

    So then, remember that at one time you Gentiles by birth, called "the uncircumcision" by those who are called "the circumcision"-- a physical circumcision made in the flesh by human hands-- remember that you were at that time without Christ, being aliens from the commonwealth of Israel, and strangers to the covenants of promise, having no hope and without God in the world. But now in Christ Jesus you who once were far off have been brought near by the blood of Christ. For he is our peace; in his flesh he has made both groups into one and has broken down the dividing wall, that is, the hostility between us. He has abolished the law with its commandments and ordinances, that he might create in himself one new humanity in place of the two, thus making peace, and might reconcile both groups to God in one body through the cross, thus putting to death that hostility through it. So he came and proclaimed peace to you who were far off and peace to those who were near; for through him both of us have access in one Spirit to the Father. So then you are no longer strangers and aliens, but you are citizens with the saints and also members of the household of God, built upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, with Christ Jesus himself as the cornerstone. In him the whole structure is joined together and grows into a holy temple in the Lord; in whom you also are built together spiritually into a dwelling place for God.

    Officiant: The Word of the Lord
    People: Thanks be to God.

    16. The Song of Zechariah

    Benedictus Dominus Deus - Luke 1: 68-79

    Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel; *

    he has come to his people and set them free.

    He has raised up for us a mighty savior, *

    born of the house of his servant David.

    Through his holy prophets he promised of old,

    that he would save us from our enemies, *

    from the hands of all who hate us.

    He promised to show mercy to our fathers *

    and to remember his holy covenant.

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

    to set us free from the hands of our enemies,

    Free to worship him without fear, *

    holy and righteous in his sight

    all the days of our life.

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

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

    To give his people knowledge of salvation *

    by the forgiveness of their sins.

    In the tender compassion of our God *

    the dawn from on high shall break upon us,

    To shine on those who dwell in darkness and the shadow of death, *

    and to guide our feet into the way of peace.

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

    The Creed

    I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth.

    I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord. He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary. He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. He descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again. He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

    I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.

    The Prayers

    Officiant: The Lord be with you.
    People: And also with you.
    Officiant: Let us pray

    The Lord’s Prayer

    Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen.

    The Suffrages

    Show us your mercy, O Lord;
    And grant us your salvation.
    Clothe your ministers with righteousness;
    Let your people sing with joy.
    Give peace, O Lord, in all the world;
    For only in you can we live in safety.
    Lord, keep this nation under your care;
    And guide us in the way of justice and truth.
    Let your way be known upon earth;
    Your saving health among all nations.
    Let not the needy, O Lord, be forgotten;
    Nor the hope of the poor be taken away.
    Create in us clean hearts, O God;
    And sustain us with your Holy Spirit.

    Take a moment at this time to reflect and pray for the needs of others.

    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 Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, in glory everlasting. 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 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.

    For Mission

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

    Thanksgivings

    The General Thanksgiving

    Almighty God, Father of all mercies, we your unworthy servants give you humble thanks for all your goodness and loving-kindness to us and to all whom you have made.
    We bless you for our creation, preservation, and all the blessings of this life; but above all for your immeasurable love in the redemption of the world by our Lord Jesus Christ; for the means of grace, and for the hope of glory.
    And, we pray, give us such an awareness of your mercies, that with truly thankful hearts we may show forth your praise, not only with our lips, but in our lives, by giving up our selves to your service, and by walking before you in holiness and righteousness all our days; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory throughout all ages. Amen.

    A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

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

    Conclusion

    Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia, alleluia.
    Thanks be to God. Alleluia, alleluia.

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

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