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Night Prayer (July 02)

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Song: Collect for Purity

O Lord...to You our hearts are open
To You our thoughts are known
From You no secret's hidden

Purif - y my heart
Purif - y my heart
That I may bring glory
That I may bring glory
That I may bring glory to You


The Lord almighty grant us a quiet night and a perfect end.
Amen.
Our help is in the name of the Lord
who made heaven and earth.


Song: Confession

Lord, we confess that we have sinned
Against you and each other
In thought and in word and deed we’ve failed,
And not loved as we should
Have mercy on us,
And forgive us our sin,
That we may delight in your will and walk in your ways To the glory of Christ, your Son, our Lord
A - men


O God, make speed to save us.
O Lord, make haste to help us.
Glory to the Father and to the Son
and to the Holy Spirit;
as it was in the beginning 
is now and shall be for ever. Amen.


Canticle

Our hope is not in vain,
because God’s love has been poured into our hearts. Alleluia.

God reckons as righteous those who believe,
who believe in him who raised Jesus from the dead; 

For Christ was handed over to death for our sins,
and raised to life for our justification.

Since we are justified by faith,
we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ. 

Through Christ we have gained access
to the grace in which we stand,
and rejoice in our hope of the glory of God.

We even exult in our sufferings,
for suffering produces endurance, 

And endurance brings hope,
and our hope is not in vain,

Because God’s love has been poured into our hearts,
through the Holy Spirit, given to us. 

God proves his love for us:
while we were yet sinners Christ died for us.

Since we have been justified by his death,
how much more shall we be saved from God’s wrath.

10 Therefore, we exult in God through our Lord Jesus Christ,
in whom we have now received our reconciliation.

– Romans 4.24, 25; 5.1-5, 8, 9, 11

Our hope is not in vain,
because God’s love has been poured into our hearts. Alleluia.


A reading From Mark 3


The Lord is my strength and my song: he has become my salvation.
The Lord is my strength and my song: he has become my salvation.

I shall not die, but live, and declare the works of the Lord.
He has become my salvation.

Glory to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit.
The Lord is my strength and my song: he has become my salvation.


Song: Prayer to the Trinity

My hope is the Father, my refuge is the Son
my shelter is the Holy Spirit (x3)

Oh, Holy Trinity (x3)
Glory to You (x2)


Intercession & Thanksgiving


Song: Depart in Peace

Oh God,
as you have promised now let your servants...
depart in peace
depart in peace

For our eyes
have seen the salvation which you have prepared........
for all to see for all to see

A light
to enlighten the world and for your people...
glo-ry...glo-ry

So depart in peace, depart in peace (x2)


In peace we will lie down and sleep;
for you alone, Lord, make us dwell in safety.
Abide with us, Lord Jesus,
for the night is at hand and the day is now past.
As the night watch looks for the morning,
so do we look for you, O Christ.

May the risen Lord Jesus bless us.
May he watch over us and renew us
as he renews the whole of creation.
May our hearts and lives echo his love.
Amen.



Attributions

Liturgy:

© The Archbishops' Council of the Church of England, 2000-2005 Official Common Worship apps, books and eBooks are available from Church House Publishing.

The Bible readings (other than the psalms) are from The New Revised Standard Version Anglicized Edition, copyright 1989, 1995 Division of Christian Education of the
National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America.
Used by permission. All rights reserved.

Implemented by Simon Kershaw at Crucix. Implementation copyright © Simon Kershaw, 2002-2019.

Songs:

CCLI License: 3237733

"Collect For Purity”
Written by Marty Reardon
© 2005 Marty Reardon Music CCLI # 7096450

“Confession”
Written by Mark DiCristina
©2009 Mark DiCristina Music (Admin. by Mark DiCristina) CCLI # 7086076

“Satisfied in You (Psalm 42)”
Words and Music by Sing Team
© 2012 BEC Recordings

“Depart in Peace”
Words: Benedictus from St. Luke 1:68-79
Music by: Ryan Marsh
© 2012 Church of the Beloved
Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0 Unported License

 

Wednesday Midday Prayer - (June 10)

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O God, make speed to save us;
O Lord, make haste to help us.

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit;
As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.


PSALM 119:105-112
105 Your word is a lantern to my feet*
and a light upon my path.
106 I have sworn and am steadfastly purposed*
to keep your righteous judgments.
107 I am troubled above measure;*
revive me, O Lord, according to your word.
108 Let the freewill offerings of my mouth please you, O Lord;*
and teach me your judgments.
109 My life is always in my hand,*
yet I do not forget your law.
110 The ungodly have laid a snare for me,*
yet I have not strayed from your commandments.
111 Your testimonies have I claimed as my heritage for ever,*
and why? They are the very joy of my heart.
112 I have applied my heart to fulfill your statutes always,*
even unto the end.

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit;
as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.

Luke 10:25-37 (ESV)
25
And behold, a lawyer stood up to put him to the test, saying, “Teacher, what shall I do to inherit eternal life?” 26 He said to him, “What is written in the Law? How do you read it?” 27 And he answered, “You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength and with all your mind, and your neighbor as yourself.” 28 And he said to him, “You have answered correctly; do this, and you will live.” 29 But he, desiring to justify himself, said to Jesus, “And who is my neighbor?” 30 Jesus replied, “A man was going down from Jerusalem to Jericho, and he fell among robbers, who stripped him and beat him and departed, leaving him half dead. 31 Now by chance a priest was going down that road, and when he saw him he passed by on the other side. 32 So likewise a Levite, when he came to the place and saw him, passed by on the other side. 33 But a Samaritan, as he journeyed, came to where he was, and when he saw him, he had compassion. 34 He went to him and bound up his wounds, pouring on oil and wine. Then he set him on his own animal and brought him to an inn and took care of him. 35 And the next day he took out two denarii and gave them to the innkeeper, saying, ‘Take care of him, and whatever more you spend, I will repay you when I come back.’ 36 Which of these three, do you think, proved to be a neighbor to the man who fell among the robbers?” 37 He said, “The one who showed him mercy.” And Jesus said to him, “You go, and do likewise.”

The Word of the Lord.
Thanks be to God.

I will bless the Lord at all times.
His praise shall continually be in my mouth.

Prayer of St Francis

Make me an instrument of peace
Where there is hate let me sow love
Where the is hurt let me bring your healing

Make me an instrument of peace
Where there is fear let faith arise
Where there is dark let me be your light

Make of me your hands and feet
I want to be to the people around me
What you want me to be to the people around me

It’s in the loving we find love
It’s in the giving we receive
It’s in the dying we are found

Let us pray:

Lord, have mercy.
Christ, have mercy.
Lord, have mercy.

Our Father in heaven,
hallowed be your Name,
your kingdom come, your will be done,
on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us today our daily bread.
And forgive us our sins
as we forgive those
who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,
and deliver us from evil.
For the kingdom, the power,
and the glory are yours,
now and for ever. Amen.

Grant, O Lord, that the course of this world may be so peaceably ordered by your providence, that your Church may joyfully serve you in quiet confidence and godly peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and
ever. Amen.

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

Almighty God, you created us in your own image: Grant us grace to contend fearlessly against evil and to make no peace with oppression; and help us to use our freedom rightly in the establishment of justice in our communities and among the nations, to the glory of your holy Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.

Lord, make me an instrument of your peace: where there is hatred, let me sow love; where there is injury, pardon; where there is discord, union; where there is error, truth; where there is doubt, faith; where there is despair, hope; where there is darkness, light; where there is sadness, joy. O divine Master, grant that I may seek not so much to be consoled as to console, to be understood as to understand, to be loved as to love. For it is in giving that we receive, it is in pardoning that we are pardoned, and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life.

Heavenly Father, you have promised to hear what we ask in the Name of your Son: Accept and fulfill our petitions, we pray, not as we ask in our ignorance, nor as we deserve in our sinfulness, but as you know and love us in your Son Jesus Christ our Lord.

O Lord, hear our prayer;
And let our cry come to you.
Amen.

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

Let us bless the Lord.
Thanks be to God.

See Your Love

God so loved the world that he gave his only Son
And believers shall receive his life
We who do believe have been called to do his work
Be his hands and be his feet, his love

As a city on a hill we will shine before all men

Be the song that we sing, be the story
Be the one we proclaim
For all to see, all to see your love
For the sake of your Name, for your glory
Living lives you have changed
For all to see, all to see your love

The world that God so loved, we are in it but not of it
Made holy through his righteousness
We who have been called out of darkness into light
Are compelled to live the love of Jesus Christ

As a city on a hill we will shine before all men

Attributions
The Book of Common Prayer (2019)

Copyright © 2019 by the Anglican Church in North America

The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®, ESV®
Copyright ©2001 by Crossway
All rights reserved worldwide.

“Prayer of St Francis”
Words by: St. Francis Assisi, music by: Martin Reardon Trinity Atlanta
Used by Permission

“See Your Love”
Words and music by: Luke Stones Copyright
© 2011 Adore Victoria
Used by Permission






Wednesday Midday Prayer - (June 3)

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O God, make speed to save us;
O Lord, make haste to help us.

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit;
As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.


PSALM 119:105-112
105 Your word is a lantern to my feet*
and a light upon my path.
106 I have sworn and am steadfastly purposed*
to keep your righteous judgments.
107 I am troubled above measure;*
revive me, O Lord, according to your word.
108 Let the freewill offerings of my mouth please you, O Lord;*
and teach me your judgments.
109 My life is always in my hand,*
yet I do not forget your law.
110 The ungodly have laid a snare for me,*
yet I have not strayed from your commandments.
111 Your testimonies have I claimed as my heritage for ever,*
and why? They are the very joy of my heart.
112 I have applied my heart to fulfill your statutes always,*
even unto the end.

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit;
as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.

Luke 18:9-30 (ESV)
9
He also told this parable to some who trusted in themselves that they were righteous, and treated others with contempt: 10 “Two men went up into the temple to pray, one a Pharisee and the other a tax collector. 11 The Pharisee, standing by himself, prayed thus: ‘God, I thank you that I am not like other men, extortioners, unjust, adulterers, or even like this tax collector. 12 I fast twice a week; I give tithes of all that I get.’ 13 But the tax collector, standing far off, would not even lift up his eyes to heaven, but beat his breast, saying, ‘God, be merciful to me, a sinner!’ 14 I tell you, this man went down to his house justified, rather than the other. For everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, but the one who humbles himself will be exalted.”

15 Now they were bringing even infants to him that he might touch them. And when the disciples saw it, they rebuked them. 16 But Jesus called them to him, saying, “Let the children come to me, and do not hinder them, for to such belongs the kingdom of God. 17 Truly, I say to you, whoever does not receive the kingdom of God like a child shall not enter it.”

18 And a ruler asked him, “Good Teacher, what must I do to inherit eternal life?” 19 And Jesus said to him, “Why do you call me good? No one is good except God alone. 20 You know the commandments: ‘Do not commit adultery, Do not murder, Do not steal, Do not bear false witness, Honor your father and mother.’” 21 And he said, “All these I have kept from my youth.” 22 When Jesus heard this, he said to him, “One thing you still lack. Sell all that you have and distribute to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven; and come, follow me.” 23 But when he heard these things, he became very sad, for he was extremely rich. 24 Jesus, seeing that he had become sad, said, “How difficult it is for those who have wealth to enter the kingdom of God! 25 For it is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich person to enter the kingdom of God.” 26 Those who heard it said, “Then who can be saved?” 27 But he said, “What is impossible with man is possible with God.” 28 And Peter said, “See, we have left our homes and followed you.” 29 And he said to them, “Truly, I say to you, there is no one who has left house or wife or brothers or parents or children, for the sake of the kingdom of God, 30 who will not receive many times more in this time, and in the age to come eternal life.”

The Word of the Lord.
Thanks be to God.

I will bless the Lord at all times.
His praise shall continually be in my mouth.

I Will Offer Up My Life

I will offer up my life in spirit and truth
Pouring out the oil of love as my worship to you
In surrender I must give my every part
Lord receive the sacrifice of a broken heart

Jesus, what can I give?
What can I bring?
To so faithful a friend
To so loving a king?
Saviour, what can be said?
What can be sung?
As a praise of your name
For the things you have done?
Oh my words could not tell
Not even in part
Of the debt of love that is owed
By this thankful heart

You deserve my every breath for you've paid the great cost
Giving up your life to death, even death on a cross
You took all my shame away, there defeated my sin
Opened up the gates of Heaven, and have beckoned me in

Let us pray:

Lord, have mercy.
Christ, have mercy.
Lord, have mercy.

Our Father in heaven,
hallowed be your Name,
your kingdom come, your will be done,
on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us today our daily bread.
And forgive us our sins
as we forgive those
who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,
and deliver us from evil.
For the kingdom, the power,
and the glory are yours,
now and for ever. Amen.

O God, the protector of all those who trust in you, without whom nothing is strong, nothing is holy: Increase and multiply upon us your mercy, that, with you as our ruler and guide, we may so pass through things temporal that we lose not the things eternal; grant this, heavenly Father, for the sake of your Son Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.

O Lord, hear our prayer;
And let our cry come to you.

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

Almighty God, you created us in your own image: Grant us grace to contend fearlessly against evil and to make no peace with oppression; and help us to use our freedom rightly in the establishment of justice in our communities and among the nations, to the glory of your holy Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.

Lord, make me an instrument of your peace: where there is hatred, let me sow love; where there is injury, pardon; where there is discord, union; where there is error, truth; where there is doubt, faith; where there is despair, hope; where there is darkness, light; where there is sadness, joy. O divine Master, grant that I may seek not so much to be consoled as to console, to be understood as to understand, to be loved as to love. For it is in giving that we receive, it is in pardoning that we are pardoned, and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life.

Heavenly Father, you have promised to hear what we ask in the Name of your Son: Accept and fulfill our petitions, we pray, not as we ask in our ignorance, nor as we deserve in our sinfulness, but as you know and love us in your Son Jesus Christ our Lord.

O Lord, hear our prayer;
And let our cry come to you.
Amen.

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

Let us bless the Lord.
Thanks be to God.

Come Holy Ghost

You are the God of hope and peace
And love and joy and everything
And without You we’ve got nothing to bring
Before our king

You are the one we want to see
You know our hearts now set them free
From hurt and pain and loss and grief
You are our King

Come Holy Spirit! Come Holy Spirit, help us sing! (X2)

Come Holy Ghost, come God and Lord
With all your grace on us outpoured

Come Holy Light, come Guide Divine
Now cause the Word of Life to shine

Come Holy Fire and Comfort True
Grant us the will your work to do.

Come Holy Spirit! Come Holy Spirit, help us sing! (X2)

Attributions
The Book of Common Prayer (2019)

Copyright © 2019 by the Anglican Church in North America

The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®, ESV®
Copyright ©2001 by Crossway
All rights reserved worldwide.

“I Will Offer Up My Life”
Words and music: by: Matt Redman
© 1994 Thankyou Music
CCLI: 1083764

“Come Holy Ghost”
Words by Martin Luther, music by: Paula Best and Tara Ward
© 2012 Church of the Beloved
Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0 Unported License Additional words by The Table Church






 

Night Prayer (May 28)

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Before the Dawn of Time
The Table

Though I feel alone I am never alone (repeat)
You are with me, You are with me
Oh, my Lord

In the night-time while I'm on my bed
I will let every thought be of You
For you are good
You take all those who will come to You

In the morning as I face the day
I will let every thought be of You
For you are good
You take all those who will come to You

You take all those who will come to You (repeat)


The Lord almighty grant us a quiet night and a perfect end.
Amen.
Our help is in the name of the Lord
who made heaven and earth.


Song: Confession

Lord, we confess that we have sinned
Against you and each other
In thought and in word and deed we’ve failed,
And not loved as we should
Have mercy on us,
And forgive us our sin,
That we may delight in your will and walk in your ways
To the glory of Christ, your Son, our Lord
A - men


O God, make speed to save us.
O Lord, make haste to help us.

Glory to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit;
as it was in the beginning is now and shall be for ever. Amen. Alleluia!


A Reflection on Mark 1


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

I commend my spirit.
For you have redeemed me, Lord God of truth. 
I commend my spirit.

Glory to the Father and to the Son
and to the Holy Spirit.
Into your hands, O Lord, I commend my spirit. 

Keep me as the apple of your eye.
Hide me under the shadow of your wings.
Christ died for us, so that,
whether we wake or sleep, we might live with him.


Intercession & Thanksgiving


Psalm 86
Jenny & Tyler

O Lord, my God, incline your ear
And answer me for I am poor
Preserve my life, rescue this slave
Who trusts in you, O Lord, my God

O Lord, my God, show me your Grace
To you I cry all the day
Make glad this soul, Your servant save
My soul, I lift, to you, my God

Teach me your way and I
Will walk in your truth
Unite my heart that I
May fear only you, only you

O Lord my God, you are so good
Quick to forgive and bountiful
In lovingkindness to everyone
Who calls on you, O Lord, my God

O Lord, my God, I will give thanks
With my whole heart and glorify
Your name forever, for you have saved
My soul from death, O Lord, my God


In peace we will lie down and sleep;
for you alone, Lord,
make us dwell in safety.
Abide with us, Lord Jesus,
for the night is at hand and the day is now past. 
As the night watch looks for the morning,
so do we look for you, O Christ.


Depart in Peace

Church of the Beloved

Oh God, as you have promised now let your servants...
depart in peace
depart in peace

For our eyes have seen the salvation which you have prepared........
for all to see
for all to see

A light to enlighten the world and for your people...
glo-ry..
.glo-ry

So depart in peace, depart in peace (x2)


May God bless us, that in us may be found love and humility, obedience and thanksgiving, discipline, gentleness and peace. Amen



Attributions

Liturgy:

© The Archbishops' Council of the Church of England, 2000-2005 Official Common Worship apps, books and eBooks are available from Church House Publishing.

The Bible readings (other than the psalms) are from The New Revised Standard Version Anglicized Edition, copyright 1989, 1995 Division of Christian Education of the
National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America.
Used by permission. All rights reserved.

Implemented by Simon Kershaw at Crucix. Implementation copyright © Simon Kershaw, 2002-2019.

Songs:

CCLI License: 3237733

“Though I Feel Alone”
Words and music by: Don Chaffer © 1999 Hey Ruth Music

“Confession”
Written by Mark DiCristina
©2009 Mark DiCristina Music (Admin. by Mark DiCristina) CCLI # 7086076

“Psalm 86”
Jennifer & Tyler Somers
© 2011 One Eyed Cat Music (BMI)

“Depart in Peace”
Words: Benedictus from St. Luke 1:68-79
Music by: Ryan Marsh
© 2012 Church of the Beloved
Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0 Unported License

 

Wednesday Midday Prayer - (May 27)

For PDF version look HERE

O God, make speed to save us;
O Lord, make haste to help us.

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit;
As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.


PSALM 119:105-112
105 Your word is a lantern to my feet*
and a light upon my path.
106 I have sworn and am steadfastly purposed*
to keep your righteous judgments.
107 I am troubled above measure;*
revive me, O Lord, according to your word.
108 Let the freewill offerings of my mouth please you, O Lord;*
and teach me your judgments.
109 My life is always in my hand,*
yet I do not forget your law.
110 The ungodly have laid a snare for me,*
yet I have not strayed from your commandments.
111 Your testimonies have I claimed as my heritage for ever,*
and why? They are the very joy of my heart.
112 I have applied my heart to fulfill your statutes always,*
even unto the end.

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit;
as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.

Luke 14:25–15:10 (ESV)
25 Now great crowds accompanied him, and he turned and said to them, 26 “If anyone comes to me and does not hate his own father and mother and wife and children and brothers and sisters, yes, and even his own life, he cannot be my disciple. 27 Whoever does not bear his own cross and come after me cannot be my disciple. 28 For which of you, desiring to build a tower, does not first sit down and count the cost, whether he has enough to complete it? 29 Otherwise, when he has laid a foundation and is not able to finish, all who see it begin to mock him, 30 saying, ‘This man began to build and was not able to finish.’ 31 Or what king, going out to encounter another king in war, will not sit down first and deliberate whether he is able with ten thousand to meet him who comes against him with twenty thousand? 32And if not, while the other is yet a great way off, he sends a delegation and asks for terms of peace. 33 So therefore, any one of you who does not renounce all that he has cannot be my disciple.

34 “Salt is good, but if salt has lost its taste, how shall its saltiness be restored? 35 It is of no use either for the soil or for the manure pile. It is thrown away. He who has ears to hear, let him hear.”

15:1 Now the tax collectors and sinners were all drawing near to hear him. 2 And the Pharisees and the scribes grumbled, saying, “This man receives sinners and eats with them.”

3 So he told them this parable: 4 “What man of you, having a hundred sheep, if he has lost one of them, does not leave the ninety-nine in the open country, and go after the one that is lost, until he finds it? 5 And when he has found it, he lays it on his shoulders, rejoicing. 6 And when he comes home, he calls together his friends and his neighbors, saying to them, ‘Rejoice with me, for I have found my sheep that was lost.’ 7 Just so, I tell you, there will be more joy in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous persons who need no repentance.

8 “Or what woman, having ten silver coins, if she loses one coin, does not light a lamp and sweep the house and seek diligently until she finds it? 9 And when she has found it, she calls together her friends and neighbors, saying, ‘Rejoice with me, for I have found the coin that I had lost.’ 10 Just so, I tell you, there is joy before the angels of God over one sinner who repents.”

The Word of the Lord.
Thanks be to God.

I will bless the Lord at all times.
His praise shall continually be in my mouth.

All the Poor and Powerless
All the poor and powerless
And all the lost and lonely
And all the thieves will come confess
And know that you are holy
And know that you are holy

And all will sing out hallelujah
And we will cry out hallelujah

All the hearts who are content
And all who feel unworthy
And all who hurt with nothing left
Will know that you are holy

Shout it
Go on and scream it from the mountains
Go on and tell it to the masses
That he is God

Let us pray:

Lord, have mercy.
Christ, have mercy.
Lord, have mercy.

Our Father in heaven,
hallowed be your Name,
your kingdom come, your will be done,
on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us today our daily bread.
And forgive us our sins
as we forgive those
who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,
and deliver us from evil.
For the kingdom, the power,
and the glory are yours,
now and for ever. Amen.

O God, the King of glory, you have exalted your only Son Jesus Christ with great triumph to your kingdom in heaven: Do not leave us comfortless, but send us your Holy Spirit to strengthen us, and exalt us to that place where our Savior Christ has gone before; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, in glory everlasting. Amen.

O Lord, hear our prayer;
And let our cry come to you.

O Lord, our heavenly Father, almighty and everlasting God, you have brought us safely to the beginning of this day: Defend us by your mighty power, that we may not fall into sin nor run into any danger; and that, guided by your Spirit, we may do what is righteous in your sight; through Jesus Christ our Lord.

O Lord, hear our prayer;
And let our cry come to you.

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

O Lord, hear our prayer;
And let our cry come to you.

Thanks be to thee, my Lord Jesus Christ, for all the pains and insults thou hast borne for me, and all the benefits thou hast given me. O most merciful Redeemer, Friend, and Brother: Grant that I may see thee more clearly, love thee more dearly, and follow thee more nearly, day by day.

O Lord, hear our prayer;
And let our cry come to you.

O Most mighty and merciful God, in this time of grievous sickness, we flee to you for comfort. Deliver us, we beseech you, from our peril; give strength and skill to all those who minister to the sick; prosper the means made use of for their cure; and grant that, perceiving how frail and uncertain our life is, we may apply our hearts unto that heavenly wisdom which leads to eternal life; through Jesus Christ our Lord.

O Lord, hear our prayer;
And let our cry come to you.

O Lord our God, accept the fervent prayers of your people; in the multitude of your mercies, look with compassion upon us and all who turn to you for help; for you are gracious, O lover of souls, and to you we give glory, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, now and for ever.

O Lord, hear our prayer;
And let our cry come to you. Amen.

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

Let us bless the Lord.
Thanks be to God.

So Will I
God of creation
There at the start, before the beginning of time
With no point of reference
You spoke to the dark and fleshed out the wonder of light

And as You speak
A hundred billion galaxies are born
In the vapour of Your breath the planets form
If the stars were made to worship, so will I
I can see Your heart in everything You've made
Every burning star, a signal fire of grace
If creation sings Your praises, so will I

God of Your promise
You don't speak in vain, no syllable empty or void
For once You have spoken
All nature and science, follow the sound of Your voice

And as You speak
A hundred billion creatures catch Your breath
Evolving in pursuit of what You said
If it all reveals Your nature, so will I
I can see Your heart in everything You say
Every painted sky, a canvas of Your grace
If creation still obeys You, so will I

If the stars were made to worship, so will I
If the mountains bow in reverence, so will I
If the oceans roar Your greatness, so will I
For if everything exists to lift You high, so will I
And if the wind goes where You send it, so will I
If the rocks cry out in silence, so will I
If the sum of all our praises still falls shy
Then we'll sing again a hundred billion times

God of salvation
You chased down my heart through all of my failure and pride
On a hill You created
The light of the world abandoned in darkness to die

And as You speak
A hundred billion failures disappear
Where You lost Your life so I could find it here
If You left the grave behind You, so will I
I can see Your heart in everything You've done
Every part designed in a work of art called love
If You gladly chose surrender, so will I
I can see in Your heart, eight billion different ways
Every precious one, a child You died to save
If You gave Your life to love them, so will I

Like You would again a hundred billion times
But what measure could amount to Your desire
You're the One who never leaves the one behind

Attributions
The Book of Common Prayer (2019)

Copyright © 2019 by the Anglican Church in North America

The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®, ESV®
Copyright ©2001 by Crossway
All rights reserved worldwide.

All the Poor and Powerless
Words and music by: David Leonard and Leslie Jordan
© 2011 Integrity's Praise! Music
CCLI: 5881130

So Will I
Words and music by: Benjamin Hastings, Joel Houston, Michael Fatkin
Copyright © 2017 Hillsong Music Publishing Australia
CCLI: 7084123






 

Night Prayer (May 21)

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Before the Dawn of Time
The Table

Before the dawn of time
You've seen and weighed our worth
A price you paid with blood to save our lives
Illuminate our eyes, lead us to your truth
That we may live as children of light (2x)

Oh God! You are our God
We will ever praise You
From the rising of the sun
To the setting of the same
Our words cannot convey
How worthy to be praised
You are, you are our God

Death and all its sting, it never kept you in
You laid your life to overcome the grave
Spirit may you dwell within our grateful hearts
That we may live to lift up your name (2x)


The Lord almighty grant us a quiet night and a perfect end.
Amen.
Our help is in the name of the Lord
who made heaven and earth.


Most merciful God,
we confess to you,
before the whole company of heaven and one another,
that we have sinned in thought, word and deed
and in what we have failed to do.
Forgive us our sins,
heal us by your Spirit
and raise us to new life in Christ. Amen.

O God, make speed to save us.
O Lord, make haste to help us.

Glory to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit;
as it was in the beginning is now and shall be for ever. Amen. Alleluia!


Psalm 86

All nations you have made shall come and worship you, O Lord.

Incline your ear, O Lord, and answer me,
for I am poor and in misery.
Preserve my soul, for I am faithful;
save your servant, for I put my trust in you
.Be merciful to me, O Lord, for you are my God;
I call upon you all the day long.
Gladden the soul of your servant, for to you, O Lord, I lift up my soul.

All nations you have made shall come and worship you, O Lord.

For you, Lord, are good and forgiving,
abounding in steadfast love to all who call upon you. 
Give ear, O Lord, to my prayer
and listen to the voice of my supplication.
In the day of my distress I will call upon you,
for you will answer me.

All nations you have made shall come and worship you, O Lord.

Among the gods there is none like you, O Lord,
nor any works like yours.
All nations you have made shall come and worship you, O Lord,
and shall glorify your name.
10 For you are great and do wonderful things;
you alone are God.

All nations you have made shall come and worship you, O Lord.

11 Teach me your way, O Lord, and I will walk in your truth;
knit my heart to you, that I may fear your name.
12 I will thank you, O Lord my God, with all my heart,
and glorify your name for evermore;

13 For great is your steadfast love towards me,
for you have delivered my soul from the depths of the grave.

All nations you have made shall come and worship you, O Lord.

14 O God, the proud rise up against me
and a ruthless horde seek after my life;
they have not set you before their eyes.
15 But you, Lord, are gracious and full of compassion,
slow to anger and full of kindness and truth.

16 Turn to me and have mercy upon me;
give your strength to your servant
and save the child of your handmaid.
17 Show me a token of your favour,
that those who hate me may see it and be ashamed;
because you, O Lord, have helped and comforted me.

All nations you have made shall come and worship you, O Lord.

God of mercy,
who in your great love
drew your Son from the depths of the Pit,
bring your people from death to life,
that we may rejoice in your compassion
and praise you now and for ever.


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

I commend my spirit.
For you have redeemed me, Lord God of truth. 
I commend my spirit.

Glory to the Father and to the Son
and to the Holy Spirit.
Into your hands, O Lord, I commend my spirit. 

Keep me as the apple of your eye.
Hide me under the shadow of your wings.
Christ died for us, so that,
whether we wake or sleep, we might live with him.


Revive Us Again
C2C Music

We are your people
called by your name
We humble ourselves and pray
Turning from idols, running to you
Forgive our sin
Come heal our land

Your glory, is what we’ll live for
Oh Jesus, you’re the treasure we adore
Lord, fill us with holy fire
Spirit come, revive us again
Revive us again

Lord show your power, exalt your name
Your kingdom come we pray
Drive back the darkness, bring lost ones home
Set captives free
From sea to sea

Hallelujah Thine the glory,
Hallelujah Amen
Hallelujah Thine the glory,
Spirit come revive us again


Intercession & Thanksgiving


Psalm 86
Jenny & Tyler

O Lord, my God, incline your ear
And answer me for I am poor
Preserve my life, rescue this slave
Who trusts in you, O Lord, my God

O Lord, my God, show me your Grace
To you I cry all the day
Make glad this soul, Your servant save
My soul, I lift, to you, my God

Teach me your way and I
Will walk in your truth
Unite my heart that I
May fear only you, only you

O Lord my God, you are so good
Quick to forgive and bountiful
In lovingkindness to everyone
Who calls on you, O Lord, my God

O Lord, my God, I will give thanks
With my whole heart and glorify
Your name forever, for you have saved
My soul from death, O Lord, my God


In peace we will lie down and sleep;
for you alone, Lord,
make us dwell in safety.
Abide with us, Lord Jesus,
for the night is at hand and the day is now past. 
As the night watch looks for the morning,
so do we look for you, O Christ.

May God bless us, that in us may be found love and humility, obedience and thanksgiving, discipline, gentleness and peace. Amen



Attributions

Liturgy:

© The Archbishops' Council of the Church of England, 2000-2005 Official Common Worship apps, books and eBooks are available from Church House Publishing.

The Bible readings (other than the psalms) are from The New Revised Standard Version Anglicized Edition, copyright 1989, 1995 Division of Christian Education of the
National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America.
Used by permission. All rights reserved.

Implemented by Simon Kershaw at Crucix. Implementation copyright © Simon Kershaw, 2002-2019.

Songs:

CCLI License: 3237733

“Before the Dawn of Time”
Koko Relleve
© Table Church

“Revive Us Again”
Pat Sczebel, Joel Sczebel, Brian Eichelberger, William Mackay, John Husband
© 2015 C2C Music (Admin Integrity Music)

“Psalm 86”
Jennifer & Tyler Somers
© 2011 One Eyed Cat Music (BMI)

 

The Table - Sunday May 24th, 2020

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For All of Creation

Shepherd of all...pursuing the lost
By the power of your Son...You come to our aid
God of Light...let your face shine on us
Restore us to our rightful place
That we may ever praise your name

Savior to all...Joy to the world
Let the earth resound in glory and in praise
God of love...would you renovate our lives
Restore us to our rightful place
That we may ever praise your name

Behold! The lamb of God
The King, the Crown of all the nations With mighty strength and grace
He comes to our salvation
Rejoice! Rejoice!
Magnify His name and give Him praise
For all of Creation!

Your will be done...within our hearts
In your name...we renounce all sin & shame
May we dwell...in the house of God forever
Restore us to our rightful place
That we may ever praise your name


Before the Dawn of Time

Before the dawn of time
You've seen and weighed our worth
A price you paid with blood
To save our lives
Illuminate our eyes
Lead us to your truth
That we may live as children of light      (2x)

Oh God! You are our God
We will ever praise You
From the rising of the sun
To the setting of the same
Our words cannot convey
How worthy to be praised
You are, you are our God

Death and all its sting
It never kept you in
You laid your life
To overcome the grave
Spirit may you dwell
Within our grateful hearts
That we may live to lift up your name      (2x)


For Christ has entered, not into holy places made
with hands, which are copies of the true things, but
into heaven itself, now to appear in the presence of God on our behalf.
-Hebrews 9:24

O Lord, open our lips
And our mouth shall proclaim your praise

O God, make speed to save us;
O Lord, make haste to help us.

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit;
As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.

Praise the Lord.
The Lord's Name be praised!


Phos Hilaron

Hail, gladdening Light, 
of His pure glory poured
The Immortal Father, heavenly, blest,
Holiest of Holies, Holiest of Holies
Holiest of Holies, Jesus Christ our Lord!

Now we have come 
to the sun’s hour of rest;
The lights of evening round us shine;
We hymn the Father…
we hymn the Son, 
We hymn the Holy Spirit divine!

Worthiest at all times to be sung
With undefiled…tongue,
Son of our God, giver of life, alone:
In all the world thy glories, 
Lord, they own.

Pure and Holy Jesus Christ
Drive out Darkness with Your Light (x4)

Glory to God 
who has shown us the light! (x2)
Lead us from darkness to light,
Lead us from sorrow to joy,
Lead us from death into life, lead us.


Call Him Good 

Call him Good, my soul
I am here to declare my affection for you 
Call him Good, my soul                 
You are dressed in glory, 
wrapped in greatness

For covering, you choose light
Your clothes, sunset and moonrise
For a tent, you stretch out the heavens
For a roof, you pitch the sky

Call him good, my soul! (x3)

You, who made the earth
And you made its frame stable forever
You, who made the earth 
And you wrapped it in a gown of waters

Holy, Holy, Holy Lord
God of power and might   (repeat)

Heaven and earth are full of Your glory
Heaven and earth are full of Your praise


Psalm 68

1 May God arise, may the righteous be glad
and rejoice before God;
may they be happy and joyful.
4 Sing to God, sing in praise of his name,
extol him who rides on the clouds;
rejoice before him—his name is the Lord.
5 A father to the fatherless, a defender of widows,
is God in his holy dwelling.
6 God sets the lonely in families,
he leads out the prisoners with singing;
but the rebellious live in a sun-scorched land.
7 When you, God, went out before your people,
when you marched through the wilderness,
8 the earth shook, the heavens poured down rain,
before God, the One of Sinai,
before God, the God of Israel.
9 You gave abundant showers, O God;
you refreshed your weary inheritance.
10 Your people settled in it,
and from your bounty, God, you provided for the poor.
11 The Lord announces the word,
and the women who proclaim it are a mighty throng
19 Praise be to the Lord, to God our Savior,
who daily bears our burdens.
20 Our God is a God who saves;
from the Sovereign Lord comes escape from death.
26 Praise God in the great congregation;
praise the Lord in the assembly of Israel.
28 Summon your power, God;
show us your strength, our God, as you have done before.
- Psalm 68:1,4-11,19-20,26,28


Your Great Name

Lost are saved, find their way,
at the sound of Your great name
All condemned, feel no shame,
at the sound of Your great name
Every fear, has no place,
at the sound of Your great name
The enemy, he has to leave,
at the sound of Your great name

Jesus,
worthy is the lamb that was slain for us,
son of God and man
You are high and lifted up,
that all the world will praise
Your great name

All the weak, find their strength,
at the sound of Your great name
Hungry souls, receive grace,
at the sound of Your great name
The fatherless, they find their rest,
at the sound of Your great name
Sick are healed, and the dead are raised,
at the sound of Your great name

Jesus,
worthy is the lamb that was slain for us,
son of God and man
You are high and lifted up,
that all the world will praise
Your great name
Oh, Your great name

Redeemer, my healer, almighty
My savior, defender, You are my king

Redeemer, my healer, almighty
My savior, defender, You are my king

Jesus, the name of Jesus
You are high and lifted up
and all the world will praise Your great name
Slain for us, son of God and man
You are high and lifted up,
that all the world will praise Your great name
Your great name, yeah
Your great name, yeah


John 17:1-11

After Jesus said this, he looked toward heaven and prayed: “Father, the hour has come. Glorify your Son, that your Son may glorify you. 2 For you granted him authority over all people that he might give eternal life to all those you have given him. 3 Now this is eternal life: that they know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom you have sent. 4 I have brought you glory on earth by finishing the work you gave me to do. 5 And now, Father, glorify me in your presence with the glory I had with you before the world began. Jesus Prays for His Disciples 6 “I have revealed you to those whom you gave me out of the world. They were yours; you gave them to me and they have obeyed your word. 7 Now they know that everything you have given me comes from you. 8 For I gave them the words you gave me and they accepted them. They knew with certainty that I came from you, and they believed that you sent me. 9 I pray for them. I am not praying for the world, but for those you have given me, for they are yours. 10 All I have is yours, and all you have is mine. And glory has come to me through them. 11 I will remain in the world no longer, but they are still in the world, and I am coming to you. Holy Father, protect them by the power of b your name, the name you gave me, so that they may be one as we are one.

This is the word of the Lord
Thanks be to God


He Is Worthy

Do you feel the world is broken? (We do)
Do you feel the shadows deepen? (We do)
But do you know that all the dark won't stop the light from getting through? (We do)
Do you wish that you could see it all made new? (We do)

Is all creation groaning? (It is)
Is a new creation coming? (It is)
Is the glory of the Lord to be the light within our midst? (It is)
Is it good that we remind ourselves of this? (It is)

Is anyone worthy? Is anyone whole?
Is anyone able to break the seal and open the scroll?
The Lion of Judah who conquered the grave
He is David's root and the Lamb who died 

to ransom the slave

Is He worthy?
Is He worthy?
Of all blessing and honor and glor—y
Is He wor – - thy of this? He is

Does the Father truly love us? (He does)
Does the Spirit move among us? (He does)
And does Jesus, our Messiah hold forever those He loves? (He does)
Does our God intend to dwell again with us? (He does)

Is anyone worthy? Is anyone whole?
Is anyone able to break the seal and open the scroll?
The Lion of Judah who conquered the grave
He is David's root and the Lamb who died
to ransom the slave
From every people and tribe evry nation and tongue
He has made us a kingdom and priests to God
to reign with the Son

Is He worthy?
Is He worthy?
Of all blessing and honor and glor—y
Is He worthy?
Is He worthy?
Is He wor – - thy of this? He is

Is He worthy?
Is He worthy?
Is He wor – - thy of this? He is

Let it be Je sus
Only J- e- s-u-s
All that I am, All that’s within

Let it be Jesus



CONFESSION and ASSURANCE


Bellows of Praise

Oceans of love could never contain
All of Your love forever untamed
With one final breath You vanquished my death And laid to rest all my transgressions

There in the tomb broken and bruised
For every disease all heaven broke through
I was dead in my grave
but You swallowed my plague 

You poured out your blood for my resurrection

Let it be Je sus
Only J- e- s-u-s
All that I am, All that’s within

When I breathe my last and death is no more Trumpets will sound to carry me home
What joy there will be when I see Your face
With shouts of triumph and bellows of pr-a-i-s-e

Hallelujah (Lord we love you) (Christ we praise You)


INTERCESSION

Lord, in your mercy,
hear our prayer.


The Lord’s Prayer

Our Father in heaven,
hallowed be your name,
your kingdom come, your will be done,
on earth as in heaven.
Give us today our daily bread.
Forgive us our sins
as we forgive those who sin against us.
Save us from the time of trial
and deliver us from evil.
For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours now and forever.

Amen.


Tithes and Offerings


Our God Alone

Who formed the mountains?
And filled the oceans?
Our God alone (x2)
Who took the dust and
breathed like in us?
Our God alone(2x) (repeat)

Alleluia

Who came from heaven
For our redemption?
Our God alone (2x)
Who died for sin
That we may live?
Our God alone (2x)

Alleluia

Who rose again
Death could not win?
Our God alone (2x)
Who is returning
Bringing a kingdom
Our God alone (2x)
We will worship, we will worship
Our God alone (2x)



Blessing

May the risen Christ grant us the joys of eternal life!
Amen

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia 
Thanks be to God. Alleluia! 


This is Amazing Grace

Who breaks the power of sin and darkness
Whose love is mighty and so much stronger
The King of Glory, the King above all kings
Who shakes the whole earth with holy thunder
Who leaves us breathless in awe and wonder
The King of Glory, the King above all kings

This is amazing grace
This is unfailing love
That You would take my place
That You would bear my cross
You would lay down Your life
That I would be set free
Jesus, I sing for
All that You’ve done for me

Who brings our chaos back into order
Who makes the orphan a son and daughter
The King of Glory, the King above all kings
Who rules the nations with truth and justice
Shines like the sun in all of its brilliance
The King of Glory, the King above all kings

Worthy is the Lamb who was slain
Worthy is the King who conquered the grave
Worthy is the Lamb who was slain
Worthy is the King who conquered the grave

Worthy is the Lamb who was slain
Worthy is the King who conquered the grave
Worthy is the Lamb who was slain
Worthy! Worthy! Worthy!


No One Like Our God

Hallelujah

Chains are broken

Your death has spoken life to us

And every accusation

All our condemnation

Silenced at the cross

Hallelujah

Free salvation

The burden of a world so lost

Lifted from our shoulders

Carried by the Savior’s passion at the cross

There is no one like our God

There is no one like our Savior

How great is Your blessing

How great is Your love

There is no one like our God

Never has there been

Never will there be

A God like You

Who came down in mercy

And never will there be a greater hope than this 
 There is no one like our God


Attributions

CCLI License #3237733 

“For All of Creation”
Words and music by: Koko Relleve
Copyright ©2013 The Table Church Music

“Before the Dawn of Time”
Words and music by: Koko Relleve
Copyright ©2013 The Table Church Music

“Phos Hilaron”
Words: Phos Hilaron, Third Century, translated by John Keble (1792-1866) Music: John Stainer (1840-1901)
Arrangement, Additional Music and Words: Tripp Prince, Rich Gunderlock, Mike O'Brien, Jacob Lusk
© 2013 Peters Branch
(not on CCLI: stream at petersbranch.bandcamp.com/track/phos-hilaron)

“Call Him Good”
Words and music by: Derek Webb, Don Chaffer, Sandra McCracken
©2005 Hey Ruth MusicDerek Webb MusicSame Old Dress Music
CCLI: 4869782

“Your Great Name”
Words and music by: Krissy Nordhoff, Michael Neale
©2008 Integrity's Praise! MusicTwoNords Music
CCLI: 5393329

“He Is Worthy”
Words and music by: Andrew Peterson, Ben Shive
©2018 Capitol CMG GenesisVamos PublishingCapitol CMG GenesisJunkbox MusicJakedog Music
CCLI: 7108951

“Bellows of Praise”
Daniel Bashta
©2016 Heritage Worship Publishing, Go Forth Sounds

“Our God Alone”
Word and music by: David Gungor
© 2011 The Brilliance
(not on CCLI: stream at: https://open.spotify.com/album/0ZLMn7zj2t0LDb6YTwBqKP? highlight=spotify:track:755igbSyJNujTHmq11qmUk)

“This is Amazing Grace”
Words and music by: Jeremy Riddle, Josh Farro, Phil Wickham
©2012 Phil Wickham MusicSeems Like MusicSing My SongsWC Music Corp.Bethel Music Publishing
CCLI: 6333821

“No One Like Our God”
Ed Cash Jonas Myrin Matt Redman
© 2015 Alletrop MusicAtlas Mountain SongsSaid And Done Musicsixsteps MusicThankyou Musicworshiptogether.com songs
CCLI: 7042469

 

Wednesday Midday Prayer - Eastertide (May 20)

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All Hail
My God my rock a mighty fortress
Strong to deliver and rich in love
I stand in awe of all your promises
And all you justice true my heart will trust in you

All hail king Jesus
All hail our God Emmanul Rejoice let every voice sing Yours is the kingdom forever

We worship the lion we worship the lamb
All praises belong to the one who was slain We worship our warrior we crown you as king Satan’s defeated he’s under our feet

O God, make speed to save us;
O Lord, make haste to help us.

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit;
As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.


Psalm 121
1
I will lift up my eyes unto the hills;
from whence comes my help? 

2 My help comes from the Lord,

who has made heaven and earth.
3 He will not let your foot be moved,
and he who keeps you will not sleep.
4 Behold, he who keeps Israel
shall neither slumber nor sleep. 

5 The Lord himself is you keeper;

the Lord is your defence upon your right hand,
6 So that the sound shall not burn you by day,

neither the moon by night.
7 The Lord shall preserve you from all evil;

indeed, it is he who shall keep your soul.

8 The Lord shall preserve your going out and your coming in,

my from this time forth and for evermore.

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit;
as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.

Luke 11:1–13
1 Now Jesus was praying in a certain place, and when he finished, one of his disciples said to him, “Lord, teach us to pray, as John taught his disciples.” 2 And he said to them, “When you pray, say:
“Father, hallowed be your name.
Your kingdom come.
3 Give us each day our daily bread,
4 and forgive us our sins,
for we ourselves forgive everyone who is indebted to us.
And lead us not into temptation.”

5 And he said to them, “Which of you who has a friend will go to him at midnight and say to him, ‘Friend, lend me three loaves, 6 for a friend of mine has arrived on a journey, and I have nothing to set before him’; 7 and he will answer from within, ‘Do not bother me; the door is now shut, and my children are with me in bed. I cannot get up and give you anything’? 8 I tell you, though he will not get up and give him anything because he is his friend, yet because of his impudence he will rise and give him whatever he needs. 9 And I tell you, ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you. 10 For everyone who asks receives, and the one who seeks finds, and to the one who knocks it will be opened. 11 What father among you, if his son asks for a fish, will instead of a fish give him a serpent; 12 or if he asks for an egg, will give him a scorpion? 13 If you then, who are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will the heavenly Father give the Holy Spirit to those who ask him!”

The Word of the Lord.
Thanks be to God.

I will bless the Lord at all times.
His praise shall continually be in my mouth.

Let us pray:

Lord, have mercy.
Christ, have mercy.
Lord, have mercy.

Our Father in heaven,
hallowed be your Name,
your kingdom come, your will be done,
on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us today our daily bread.
And forgive us our sins
as we forgive those
who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,
and deliver us from evil.
For the kingdom, the power,
and the glory are yours,
now and for ever. Amen.

Almighty God, Lord of heaven and earth: We humbly pray that your gracious providence may give and preserve to our use the harvests of the land and of the seas, and may prosper all who labor to gather them, that we, who are constantly receiving good things from your hand, may always give you thanks; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

O Lord, hear our prayer;
And let our cry come to you.

O God, you have prepared for those who love you such good things as surpass our understanding: Pour into our hearts such love towards you, that we, loving you in all things and above all things, may obtain your promises, which exceed all that we can desire; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

O Lord, hear our prayer;
And let our cry come to you.

O Almighty God, you pour out on all who desire it the spirit of grace and of supplication: Deliver us, when we draw near to you, from coldness of heart and wanderings of mind, that with steadfast thoughts and kindled affections we may worship you in spirit and in truth; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

O Lord, hear our prayer;
And let our cry come to you.

Heavenly Father, you have promised to hear what we ask in the Name of your Son: Accept and fulfill our petitions, we pray, not as we ask in our ignorance, nor as we deserve in our sinfulness, but as you know and love us in your Son Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

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

Let us bless the Lord.
Thanks be to God.

Seek Ye First
Seek ye first the kingdom of God
And his righteousness
And all these things shell be added unto you
Allelu, Allelujah

Man shall not live by bread alone
But by every word
That proceeds from the mouth of God
Allelu, Allelujah

Ask and it shall be given unto you
Seek and you shall find
Knock and the door will be opened unto you
Allelu, Allelujah

Allelujah (x3)
Allelu, Allelujah

Attributions

The Book of Common Prayer (2019)

Copyright © 2019 by the Anglican Church in North America

The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®, ESV® Copyright ©2001 by Crossway
All rights reserved worldwide.

All Hail Daniel Bashta
© 2016 Heritage Worship Publishing, Go Forth Sounds

Seek Ye First
Words: St. Matthew, Music: Karen Lafferty
© 1972 Marantha Music
CCLI: 1100642






 Tuesday Evening Prayer | Eastertide (May 19)

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*Prep: a journal for lectio or examen, a candle and a pillow for kneeling if desired


Risen One,
we rose today by your mercy,
and we have come to the end of the day by way of your faithfulness.
Let our prayer be set forth in your sight as incense,
And let the lifting up of our hands be an evening sacrifice.
Let us pray with one heart and mind.


Silence is kept (taking 5 deep breaths - 3 count inhale | 5 count exhale)

O Lord, open our lips;
And our mouth shall proclaim your praise.


Poem


Lectio Divina


Open Prayers


As Jesus taught us, so we pray:

THE LORD’S PRAYER

Our Father in heaven,
hallowed be your Name,
your kingdom come, your will be done,
on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us today our daily bread.
And forgive us our sins
as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,
and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power, and the glory
are yours, now and forever.
Amen.


A Benediction
(based on the words of Henri Frederic Amiel {1821-1881})

My sisters and brothers in Christ: 
Our time here is short 
and we don’t have long to gladden the hearts 
of those who journal the way with us. 
So make haste to love, 
be quick to be kind, 
to laugh and sing and dance, 
like the saints you are. 
And may the blessing of God 
who made us,
who loves us,
and who travels with us
be with you now and forever.
Amen. 


Attributions:

Lectio Divina adapted from The Artist's Rule by Christine Valters Paintner

Liturgy from The Book of Common Prayer (2019) Copyright © 2019 by the Anglican Church in North America

The Table - Sunday May 17th 2020

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All Hail/Praise the Invisible
Daniel Bashta

Praise the Invisible, praise the Immortal One
Praise God Incarnate, praise Father, Spirit, Son
For He is God, for He is holy
For He holds the keys to the grave
And forever He will reign

We lift our hands up higher
We raise our voices louder
To the Only Wise, Eternal King
We lift our hands up higher
We raise our voices louder
Be honour and glory unending

(Holy, Holy, Holy Lord God of power and might)


All Angels, All Powers
Peters Branch

You are God, we praise you
You alone are the Lord You, the eternal
Father All creation adores

Unto you, all angels, all powers
Join in song, as one to cry aloud

Father, of majesty unbounded
Jesus, your true and only Son
Holy Spirit, our advocate and guide
To you, creation testifies

Unto you, all angels, all powers
Join in song, as one to cry aloud

Holy, Holy, Holy Lord God of power and might (x2)

Heaven and earth are full of your glory
Heaven and earth are full of your grace


O Lord, open our lips
And our mouth shall proclaim your praise

O God, make speed to save us;
O Lord, make haste to help us.

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit;
As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.

Praise the Lord.
The Lord's Name be praised!


Build My Life

Worthy of every song we could ever sing
Worthy of all the praise we could ever bring
Worthy of every breath we could ever breathe
We live for You

Jesus a name above every other name
Jesus the only one that could ever save
Worthy of every breath we could ever breathe
We live for You, we live for You

Holy there is no one like You,
there is none beside You
Open up my eyes in wonder
Show me who You are, and fill me with your heart
And lead me in Your love to those around me

I will build my life, upon Your love, it is a firm foundation
I will put my trust, in You, oh Lord, and I will not be shaken


All Creatures of Our God and King

All creatures of our God and King
Lift up your voice and with us sing
Oh praise him! Oh praise him!
Thou burning sun with golden beams
Thou silver moon with softer gleam
Oh praise him! Oh praise him!
Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!

Thou rushing wind that art so strong,
Ye clouds that sail in heav'n along,
Oh praise him! Alleluia!
Thou rising morn, in praise rejoice,
Ye lights of evening, find a voice!
O praise him! O praise him!
Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!

And all ye men of tender heart,
Forgiving others, take your part,
O sing ye! Alleluia!
Ye who long pain and sorrow bear,
Praise God and on him cast your care!
O praise him! O praise him!
Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!

Let all things their Creator bless,
And worship him in humbleness,
O praise him! Alleluia!
Praise, praise the Father, praise the Son,
And praise the Spirit, Three in One!
O praise him! O praise him!
Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!


Psalm 148:7-14

7 Praise the Lord from the earth,
    you great sea creatures and all ocean depths,

8 lightning and hail, snow and clouds,
    stormy winds that do his bidding,

9 you mountains and all hills,
    fruit trees and all cedars,

10 wild animals and all cattle,
    small creatures and flying birds,

11 kings of the earth and all nations,
    you princes and all rulers on earth,

12 young men and women,
    old men and children.

13 Let them praise the name of the Lord,
    for his name alone is exalted;
    his splendor is above the earth and the heavens.

14 And he has raised up for his people a horn,
    the praise of all his faithful servants,
    of Israel, the people close to his heart.


How Great Is Our God

The splendor of the King, clothed in majesty
Let all the earth rejoice, all the earth rejoice
He wraps Himself in light, and darkness tries to hide
And trembles at his voice, trembles at his voice

How great is our God, sing with me
How great is our God, all will see
How great, how great is our God

Age to age He stands, and time is in His hands
Beginning and the end, beginning and the end
The Godhead, three in one: Father, Spirit, Son
The Lion and the Lamb, the Lion and the Lamb

Name above all names
Worthy of all praise
My heart will sing
How great is our God


WORD: John 15:1-11

READING: John 15:1-11

1 “I am the true vine, and my Father is the gardener. 
2 He cuts off every branch in me that bears no fruit, 
while every branch that does bear fruit he prunes 
so that it will be even more fruitful. 
3 You are already clean because of the word I have spoken to you. 

4 Remain in me, as I also remain in you. 
No branch can bear fruit by itself; it must remain in the vine.
Neither can you bear fruit unless you remain in me.

5 “I am the vine; you are the branches.
If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; 
apart from me you can do nothing. 
6 If you do not remain in me, you are like a branch that is thrown away and withers;
such branches are picked up, thrown into the fire and burned. 
7 If you remain in me and my words remain in you,
ask whatever you wish, and it will be done for you. 

8 This is to my Father’s glory, that you bear much fruit,
showing yourselves to be my disciples.

9 “As the Father has loved me, so have I loved you. Now remain in my love. 
10 If you keep my commands, you will remain in my love,
just as I have kept my Father’s commands and remain in his love. 
11 I have told you this so that my joy may be in you and that your joy may be complete.

This is the word of the Lord
Thanks be to God


Abide
Jenny & Tyler

You strive, you strive, and you strive again
Your heart too proud to rest
You labour o'er singing those songs
To cover your weakness

Do you fail to recall who you really are
And who caused you to be?
Return, return, return and rest
To a burden light and yoke easy

Abide in your Saviour, abide in his love
The labour of God is to trust in the Son

All you possess, do you forget?
As if by your own strength
You earned it all?
He gave you all, everything you have
Your righteousness your light, your breath
Your daily bread and wine
His blood, his flesh his love, his death
Your faith and endless life

Open up your doors Oh, my heart and soul
Open up your doors
Let the King come in
Let the King come in


CONFESSION and ASSURANCE


Whiter Than Snow (Ps 51)
Trinity Mission

Cleanse me, O Lord and I’ll be clean
Wash me, O Lord and I will be
Whiter than snow, whiter than snow
I will be whiter than snow

Open my mouth and I will sing
Draw me, O Lord and I will bring
Glory to you, glory to you
I will bring glory to you


Death is swallowed up in victory
Where, O death, is your sting?

Christ is risen from the dead,
The first fruits of those who have fallen asleep 
Death is swallowed up in victory

The trumpet will sound
And the dead shall be raised
Where, O death, is your sting?

We shall not all sleep,
But we shall be changed.
Death is swallowed up in victory.
Where, O death, is your sting?


INTERCESSION

Lord, in your mercy,
hear our prayer.


The Lord’s Prayer

Our Father in heaven,
hallowed be your name,
your kingdom come, your will be done,
on earth as in heaven.
Give us today our daily bread.
Forgive us our sins
as we forgive those who sin against us.
Save us from the time of trial
and deliver us from evil.
For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours now and forever.

Amen.


Tithes and Offerings


Everything

God in my living
There in my breathing
God in my waking
God in my sleeping
God in my resting
There in my working
God in my thinking
God in my speaking

Be my ev'rything (X4)

God in my hoping
There in my dreaming
God in my watching
God in my waiting
God in my laughing
There in my weeping
God in my hurting
God in my healing

Christ in me
Christ in me
Christ in me the Hope of Glory Be my ev'rything

You are ev'rything (X4) Jesus ev'rything
Be my ev'rything (X3) Be my ev'rything (X4)


Blessing

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


Revive Us Again
C2C

We are your people called by your name
We humble ourselves and pray
Turning from idols, running to you
Forgive our sin
Come heal our land

Your glory, is what we’ll live for
Oh Jesus, you’re the treasure we adore
Lord, fill us with holy fire
Spirit come, revive us again
Revive us again

Lord show your power, exalt your name
Your kingdom come we pray
Drive back the darkness, bring lost ones home Set captives free
From sea to sea

Hallelujah Thine the glory,
Hallelujah Amen
Hallelujah Thine the glory,
Spirit come revive us again


Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia
Thanks be to God. Alleluia!


Attributions

CCLI License #3237733 

“Praise the Invisible”
Words and music by: Daniel Bashta
© 2016 Heritage Worship Publishing, Go Forth Sounds

“All Angels, All Powers”
Words: Te Deum laudamus, Fourth Century, music and Additional Words: Tripp Prince, Mike O'Brien, Patrick Schlabs
© 2013 Peters Branch

“Build My Life”
Words and music by: Brett Younker, Karl Martin, Kirby Kaple, Matt Redman, Pat Barrett
Copyright © 2016 Kaple MusicCapitol CMG GenesisHousefires SoundsSaid And Done Musicsixsteps MusicThankyou Musicworshiptogether.com songsMartin, Karl AndrewBethel Music Publishing
CCLI: 7070345

“All Creatures of Our God and King”
Words and music by: St. Francis of Assisi, William Henry Draper, David Crowder and Brent Milligan
© Words: Public Domain | Music: 2002 Sixsteps Music
CCLI: 3608102

“How Great is Our God”
Words and music by: Chris Tomlin, Ed Cash, Jesse Reeves
Copyright © 2004 sixsteps Musicworshiptogether.com songsWondrously Made SongsCCLI: 4348399

“Abide”
Words and music by: Tyler Somers and Jennifer Somers © 2011 One Eyed Cat Music (BMI)

“Whiter than Snow”
Words (from Psalm 51) and music by: Martin Reardon © 2011 Trinity Atlanta
Used by Permission

“Everything”
Words and music by: Tim Hughes © 2005 Thankyou Music
CCLI: 4685258

“Revive Us Again”
Words and music: by: Pat Sczebel, Joel, Sczebel, Brian Eichelberger
Copyright © Integrity Worship Music, Integrity’s Praise! Music CCLI: 7061514

 

Friday Midday Prayer (May 15)

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O God, make speed to save us.
O Lord, make haste to help us.
My heart tells of your word, ‘Seek my face.’
Your face, Lord, will I seek.

Psalm 75
We praise you, God, we praise you, for your Name is near;
people tell of your wonderful deeds.
You say, “I choose the appointed time; it is I who judge with equity.
When the earth and all its people quake, it is I who hold its pillars firm.
As for me, I will declare this forever;
I will sing praise to the God of Jacob,

Awaken the Dawn
Sing to the Lord with all of your heart
Sing of the glory that’s due to His name
Sing to the Lord with all of your soul
Join all of heaven and earth to proclaim

You are the Lord, the Saviour of all
God of creation we praise you
We sing the songs that awaken the dawn
God of creation we praise You!

Sing to the Lord with all of your mind
With understanding give thanks to the King
Sing to the Lord with all of your strength
Living your lives as a praise offering

Psalm 77
1 I cried out to God for help;
I cried out to God to hear me.
2 When I was in distress, I sought the Lord;
at night I stretched out untiring hands,
and I would not be comforted.
3 I remembered you, God, and I groaned;
I meditated, and my spirit grew faint.
4 You kept my eyes from closing;
I was too troubled to speak.
5 I thought about the former days,
the years of long ago;
6 I remembered my songs in the night.
My heart meditated and my spirit asked:
7 “Will the Lord reject forever?
Will he never show his favor again?
8 Has his unfailing love vanished forever?
Has his promise failed for all time?
9 Has God forgotten to be merciful?
Has he in anger withheld his compassion?”
10 Then I thought, “To this I will appeal:
the years when the Most High stretched out his right hand.
11 I will remember the deeds of the LORD;
yes, I will remember your miracles of long ago.
12 I will consider all your works
and meditate on all your mighty deeds.”
13 Your ways, God, are holy.
What god is as great as our God?
14 You are the God who performs miracles; you display your power among the peoples.
15 With your mighty arm you redeemed your people,
the descendants of Jacob and Joseph.
16 The waters saw you, God,
the waters saw you and writhed;
the very depths were convulsed.
17 The clouds poured down water,
the heavens resounded with thunder;
your arrows flashed back and forth.
18 Your thunder was heard in the whirlwind,
your lightning lit up the world;
the earth trembled and quaked.
19 Your path led through the sea,
your way through the mighty waters,
though your footprints were not seen.
20 You led your people like a flock
by the hand of Moses and Aaron.

Here by the Water
Soft field of clover, moon shining over the valley
Joining the song of the river
To the great Giver of the great good
As it enfolds me, somehow it holds me together
I realize I’ve been singing
Still it comes singing, clearer than clear

And here by the water,
I’ll build an altar to praise Him
Out of the stones that I’ve found here
I’ll set them down here, rough as they are
Knowing You can make them holy x3

I think how a yearning,
kept on returning to move me
down roads I’d never have chosen
Half the time frozen, too numb to feel
I know it was stormy, hope it was for me a learning
Blood on the road wasn’t mine though, someone that I know has walked here before

Father God, 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. Amen.

Almighty Saviour, who at mid-day called your servant Paul to be an apostle to the Gentiles: We pray you to enlighten the world with the radiance of your glory, that all nations may come and worship you; for you live and reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Today, let us pray for those that we love, for our friends, family and neighbours. May God extend his love and care over them.
Lord in your mercy, hear our prayer.
That all people everywhere may receive the good news of his loving sacrifice and victory over death: Lord in your mercy, hear our prayer.
That those who suffer pain, loneliness, depression and anguish may find healing and peace in the wounds of Christ:
Lord in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Let us commend the world, with all it’s current suffering to the mercy and protection of God. Amen.

Let us pray together as Jesus taught us:
Our Father in heaven,
hallowed be your name,
your kingdom come,
your will be done,
on earth as in heaven.
Give us today our daily bread.
Forgive us our sins
as we forgive those who sin against us.
Lead us not into temptation
but deliver us from evil.
For the kingdom, the power,
and the glory are yours
now and for ever.
Amen
.

As we think of those in need, as we think of our own needs, we pray these words:
Christ be with me, Christ within me,
Christ behind me, Christ before me,
Christ beside me, Christ to win me,
Christ to comfort and restore me.
Christ beneath me, Christ above me,
Christ in quiet, Christ in danger,
Christ in hearts of all that love me,
Christ in mouth of friend and stranger.
Amen.

The Joy of the Lord
The joy of the Lord will be my strength
I will not falter, I will not faint
He is my Shepherd, I am not afraid
The joy of the Lord is my strength

The joy of the Lord,
The joy of the Lord,
The joy of the Lord is my strength

The joy of the Lord will be my strength
He will uphold me all of my days
I am surrounded by mercy and grace
The joy of the Lord is my strength

The joy of the Lord will be my strength
And I will not waiver, walking by faith
He will be strong to deliver me safe
The joy of the Lord is my strength

Attributions

“Awaken the Dawn”
Words and music by: Stuart Garrard
Copyright 1994 Thankyou Music
CCLI: 1083104

“Here by the Water”
Words and Music by: Jim Croagart
Copyright 1996 Signpost Music
CCLI: 5855726

“The Joy of the Lord”
Words and music by: Twila Paris
Copyright 1991 Ariose Music, Mountain Spring Music
CCLI: 801765





 
 

Night Prayer (May 14)

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Song: Lord By Your Cross And Resurrection

Lord, by your cross and resurrection You have set us free
You are the Saviour of the world

Jesus Christ is Lord (x4)

Lord, by your death and life uprising... You have lifted us
You are the Life of the world

Lord, through obedience and passion... You have made the way
You are Salvation for the world


The Lord almighty grant us a quiet night and a perfect end.
Amen.
Our help is in the name of the Lord
who made heaven and earth.


Song: Confession

Lord, we confess that we have sinned
Against you and each other
In thought and in word and deed we’ve failed,
And not loved as we should
Have mercy on us,
And forgive us our sin,
That we may delight in your will and walk in your ways To the glory of Christ, your Son, our Lord
A - men


Mark 1:21-31

Mark 1:21 And they went into Capernaum, and immediately on the Sabbath he entered the synagogue and was teaching. 22 And they were astonished at his teaching, for he taught them as one who had authority, and not as the scribes. 23 And immediately there was in their synagogue a man with an unclean spirit. And he cried out, 24 “What have you to do with us, Jesus of Nazareth? Have you come to destroy us? I know who you are—the Holy One of God.” 25 But Jesus rebuked him, saying, “Be silent, and come out of him!” 26 And the unclean spirit, convulsing him and crying out with a loud voice, came out of him. 27 And they were all amazed, so that they questioned among themselves, saying, “What is this? A new teaching with authority! He commands even the unclean spirits, and they obey him.” 28 And at once his fame spread everywhere throughout all the surrounding region of Galilee.

Mark 1:29 And immediately he left the synagogue and entered the house of Simon and Andrew, with James and John. 30 Now Simon’s mother-in-law lay ill with a fever, and immediately they told him about her. 31 And he came and took her by the hand and lifted her up, and the fever left her, and she began to serve them.


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

I commend my spirit.
For you have redeemed me, Lord God of truth. 
I commend my spirit.

Glory to the Father and to the Son
and to the Holy Spirit.
Into your hands, O Lord, I commend my spirit. 

Keep me as the apple of your eye.
Hide me under the shadow of your wings.
Christ died for us, so that,
whether we wake or sleep, we might live with him.


Song: Revive Us Again

We are your people
called by your name
We humble ourselves and pray
Turning from idols, running to you
Forgive our sin
Come heal our land

Your glory, is what we’ll live for
Oh Jesus, you’re the treasure we adore
Lord, fill us with holy fire
Spirit come, revive us again
Revive us again

Lord show your power, exalt your name
Your kingdom come we pray
Drive back the darkness, bring lost ones home
Set captives free
From sea to sea

Hallelujah Thine the glory,
Hallelujah Amen
Hallelujah Thine the glory,
Spirit come revive us again


Intercession & Thanksgiving


In peace we will lie down and sleep;
for you alone, Lord, make us dwell in safety.
Abide with us, Lord Jesus,
for the night is at hand and the day is now past.
As the night watch looks for the morning,
so do we look for you, O Christ.

May the risen Lord Jesus bless us.
May he watch over us and renew us
as he renews the whole of creation.
May our hearts and lives echo his love.
Amen.


Depart in Peace
Church of the Beloved

Oh God,
as you have promised now let your servants...
depart in peace
depart in peace

For our eyes
have seen the salvation which you have prepared........
for all to see
for all to see

A light
to enlighten the world and for your people...
glo-ry...glo-ry

So depart in peace, depart in peace (x2)


Great is the mystery of faith:
Dying, He destroyed our death;
Rising, He restored our life;
Lord Jesus come in glory!



Attributions

Liturgy:

© The Archbishops' Council of the Church of England, 2000-2005 Official Common Worship apps, books and eBooks are available from Church House Publishing.

The Bible readings (other than the psalms) are from The New Revised Standard Version Anglicized Edition, copyright 1989, 1995 Division of Christian Education of the
National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America.
Used by permission. All rights reserved.

Implemented by Simon Kershaw at Crucix. Implementation copyright © Simon Kershaw, 2002-2019.

Songs:

CCLI License: 3237733

“Lord, By Your Cross and Resurrection”
Lyrics and melody based on ancient chant
Music and extra lyrics by Josh Wilton

“Confession”
Written by Mark DiCristina
©2009 Mark DiCristina Music (Admin. by Mark DiCristina) CCLI # 7086076

“Revive Us Again”
Pat Sczebel, Joel Sczebel, Brian Eichelberger, William Mackay, John Husband © 2015 C2C Music (Admin Integrity Music)

“Depart in Peace”
Words: Benedictus from St. Luke 1:68-79
Music by: Ryan Marsh
© 2012 Church of the Beloved
Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0 Unported License

 

 

Wednesday Midday Prayer - Eastertide (May 13)

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Revive Us Again

We are your people called by your name We humble ourselves and pray
Turning from idols, running to you Forgive our sin
Come heal our land

Your glory, is what we’ll live for
Oh Jesus, you’re the treasure we adore Lord, fill us with holy fire
Spirit come, revive us again
Revive us again

Lord show your power, exalt your name
Your kingdom come we pray
Drive back the darkness, bring lost ones home
Set captives free
From sea to sea

Hallelujah Thine the glory,
Hallelujah Amen
Hallelujah Thine the glory,
Spirit come revive us again

O God, make speed to save us;
O Lord, make haste to help us.

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit;
As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.


PSALM 119:105-112

105 Your word is a lantern to my feet*
and a light upon my path.
106 I have sworn and am steadfastly purposed*
to keep your righteous judgments.
107 I am troubled above measure;*
revive me, O Lord, according to your word.
108 Let the freewill offerings of my mouth please you, O Lord;*
and teach me your judgments.
109 My life is always in my hand,*
yet I do not forget your law.
110 The ungodly have laid a snare for me,*
yet I have not strayed from your commandments.
111 Your testimonies have I claimed as my heritage for ever,*
and why? They are the very joy of my heart.
112 I have applied my heart to fulfill your statutes always,*
even unto the end.

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit;
as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.

Luke 8:1–21
1 Soon afterward he went on through cities and villages, proclaiming and bringing the good news of the kingdom of God. And the twelve were with him, 2 and also some women who had been healed of evil spirits and infirmities: Mary, called Magdalene, from whom seven demons had gone out, 3and Joanna, the wife of Chuza, Herod's household manager, and Susanna, and many others, who provided for them out of their means.

4 And when a great crowd was gathering and people from town after town came to him, he said in a parable, 5 “A sower went out to sow his seed. And as he sowed, some fell along the path and was trampled underfoot, and the birds of the air devoured it. 6 And some fell on the rock, and as it grew up, it withered away, because it had no moisture. 7 And some fell among thorns, and the thorns grew up with it and choked it. 8 And some fell into good soil and grew and yielded a hundredfold.” As he said these things, he called out, “He who has ears to hear, let him hear.”

9 And when his disciples asked him what this parable meant, 10 he said, “To you it has been given to know the secrets of the kingdom of God, but for others they are in parables, so that ‘seeing they may not see, and hearing they may not understand.’ 11 Now the parable is this: The seed is the word of God. 12 The ones along the path are those who have heard; then the devil comes and takes away the word from their hearts, so that they may not believe and be saved. 13 And the ones on the rock are those who, when they hear the word, receive it with joy. But these have no root; they believe for a while, and in time of testing fall away. 14 And as for what fell among the thorns, they are those who hear, but as they go on their way they are choked by the cares and riches and pleasures of life, and their fruit does not mature. 15 As for that in the good soil, they are those who, hearing the word, hold it fast in an honest and good heart, and bear fruit with patience.

16 “No one after lighting a lamp covers it with a jar or puts it under a bed, but puts it on a stand, so that those who enter may see the light. 17 For nothing is hidden that will not be made manifest, nor is anything secret that will not be known and come to light. 18 Take care then how you hear, for to the one who has, more will be given, and from the one who has not, even what he thinks that he has will be taken away.”

19 Then his mother and his brothers came to him, but they could not reach him because of the crowd. 20 And he was told, “Your mother and your brothers are standing outside, desiring to see you.” 21 But he answered them, “My mother and my brothers are those who hear the word of God and do it.”

The Word of the Lord.
Thanks be to God.

I will bless the Lord at all times.
His praise shall continually be in my mouth.

Let us pray:

Lord, have mercy.
Christ, have mercy.
Lord, have mercy.

Our Father in heaven,
hallowed be your Name,
your kingdom come, your will be done,
on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us today our daily bread.
And forgive us our sins
as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,
and deliver us from evil.
For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours,
now and for ever. Amen.

Almighty God, whom truly to know is everlasting life: Grant us so perfectly to know your Son Jesus Christ to be the way, the truth, and the life, that we may steadfastly follow his steps in the way that leads to eternal glory; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

O Lord, hear our prayer;
And let our cry come to you.

O Lord, our heavenly Father, almighty and everlasting God, you have brought us safely to the beginning of this day: Defend us by your mighty power, that we may not fall into sin nor run into any danger; and that, guided by your Spirit, we may do what is righteous in your sight; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

O Lord, hear our prayer;
And let our cry come to you.

O God, our heavenly Father, you manifested your love by sending your only-begotten Son into the world, that all might live through him: Pour out your Spirit on your Church, that
 we may fulfill his command to preach the Gospel to all people. Send forth laborers into your harvest; defend them in all dangers and temptations; and hasten the time when the fullness of the Gentiles shall be gathered in, and faithful Israel shall be saved; through your Son Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

O Lord, hear our prayer;
And let our cry come to you.

Almighty God our Savior, you desire that none should perish, and you have taught us through your Son that there is great joy in heaven over every sinner who repents: Grant that our hearts may ache for a lost and broken world. May your Holy Spirit work through our words, deeds, and prayers, that the lost may be found and the dead made alive, and that all your redeemed may rejoice around your throne; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

O Lord, hear our prayer;
And let our cry come to you.

Teach me to seek you, and as I seek you, show yourself to me; for I cannot seek you unless you show me how, and I will never find you unless you show yourself to me. Let me seek you by desiring you, and desire you by seeking you; let me find you by loving you, and love you in finding you. Amen.

O Lord, hear our prayer;
And let our cry come to you.

O Most mighty and merciful God, in this time of grievous sickness, we flee to you for comfort. Deliver us, we beseech you, from our peril; give strength and skill to all those who minister to the sick; prosper the means made use of for their cure; and grant that, perceiving how frail and uncertain our life is, we may apply our hearts unto that heavenly wisdom which leads to eternal life; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

O Lord, hear our prayer;
And let our cry come to you.

Almighty God, your truth endures from age to age: Direct in our time, we pray, those who speak where many listen and write what many read; that they may speak your truth to make the heart of this people wise, its mind discerning, and its will righteous; to the honor of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

O Lord, hear our prayer;
And let our cry come to you.

O Lord our God, accept the fervent prayers of your people; in the multitude of your mercies, look with compassion upon us and all who turn to you for help; for you are gracious, O lover of souls, and to you we give glory, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, now and for ever. Amen.

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

Let us bless the Lord.
Thanks be to God.

Sea of Crimson

For every curse, you’re the cure
For every sickness, you’re the healer
For every storm, you’re the cure
For all that’s lost, oh, what a savior

On that cross of calvary
Every burden has been defeated
Every wretched heart redeemed
You drown our sins in seas of crimson
Every wretched heart redeemed
You drown our sins in seas of crimson

Hallelujah death is beaten
Christ is risen from the grave
Hallelujah it is finished
All to the highest praise

On that day of utmost glory
All of darkness cannot carry
Every shackle will come undone
My solid rock thine is the kingdom
Every shackle will come undone
My solid rock thine is the kingdom

Hallelujah death is beaten
Christ is risen from the grave
Hallelujah it is finished
All to the highest praise

Hallelujah death is beaten
Christ is risen from the grave
Hallelujah now and forever
All to the highest praise

Where there was sin
Your love rushed in
Where sins runs deep
Your grace runs deeper
For all enslaved the ransom paid
Light of the world, your is the power

Attributions

The Book of Common Prayer (2019)

Copyright © 2019 by the Anglican Church in North America

The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®, ESV® Copyright ©2001 by Crossway
All rights reserved worldwide.

Revive Us Again
Words and music: by: Pat Sczebel, Joel, Sczebel, Brian Eichelberger
Copyright © Integrity Worship Music, Integrity’s Praise! Music CCLI: 7061514

Seas of Crimson

Words and music: by: Bobby Strand Brian Johnson Daniel Bashta Joel Taylor
 © Heritage Worship PublishingGo Forth SoundsBethel Music Publishing






 

Monday Midday Prayer (May 11)

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O God, make speed to save us; 
O Lord, make haste to help us

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit; 
As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.


 Psalm 119

105 Your word is a lantern to my feet
and a light upon my path. 
106 I have sworn and am steadfastly purposed
to keep your righteous judgments. 
107 I am troubled above measure;
revive me, O Lord, according to your word. 

108  Let the freewill offerings of my mouth please you, O Lord; 
and teach me your judgments. 
109  My life is always in my hand,
yet I do not forget your law. 
110  The ungodly have laid a snare for me,
yet I have not strayed from your commandments.

111  Your testimonies have I claimed as my heritage for ever,
and why? They are the very joy of my heart. 
112  I have applied my heart to fulfill your statutes always, 
even unto the end.

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit;
As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.


Luke 7:18-23

18 John’s disciples told him about all these things. Calling two of them, 19 he sent them to the Lord to ask, “Are you the one who is to come, or should we expect someone else?”

20 When the men came to Jesus, they said, “John the Baptist sent us to you to ask, ‘Are you the one who is to come, or should we expect someone else?’”

21 At that very time Jesus cured many who had diseases, sicknesses and evil spirits, and gave sight to many who were blind. 22 So he replied to the messengers, “Go back and report to John what you have seen and heard: The blind receive sight, the lame walk, those who have leprosy are cleansed, the deaf hear, the dead are raised, and the good news is proclaimed to the poor. 23 Blessed is anyone who does not stumble on account of me.”

This is the Word of the Lord. 
Thanks be to God.


I will bless the Lord at all times.
His praise shall continually be in my mouth. 

Lord, have mercy upon us. 
Christ, have mercy upon us.


Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your Name, 
your kingdom come, your will be done,
on earth as it is in heaven. 
Give us today our daily bread. 
And forgive us our sins 
as we forgive those 
who sin against us.
Save us from the time of trial, 
and deliver us from evil. 
For the kingdom, the power, 
and the glory are yours, now and for ever. Amen.


O Lord, hear our prayer;
And let our cry come to you.

Let us pray. 

PRAYERS

Collect for the 5th Sunday of Easter
Almighty God, whom truly to know is everlasting life: Grant us so perfectly to know your Son Jesus Christ to be the way, the truth, and the life, that we may steadfastly follow his steps in the way that leads to eternal glory; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

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

2 corinthians 13:14

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Copyright © 2019 by the Anglican Church in North America 

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 Midday Prayer – Friday May 1, 2020

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Ps 38
Lord, do not forsake me;
do not be far from me, my God.
Come quickly to help me,
my Lord and my Savior
.

Ps 39
“Hear my prayer, Lord,
listen to my cry for help;
do not be deaf to my weeping.
I dwell with you as a foreigner,
a stranger, as all my ancestors were.
Look away from me, that I may enjoy life again
before I depart and am no more
.”


Why We Praise You
The Table

Giver of all life, you created out of love                
Perfect in your ways, you placed the stars above;
And you called it good, that’s why we praise you (x2)

Ever present God, you’re a beacon in the night;
Light up every path, be our strength and be our guide;
You guide us through, that’s why we praise you (x2)

Our darkness cannot hide,
when we see you as you are,
You open up our eyes,
You fill us with your holy light;
That’s why we praise you

Saviour of the world, you restore the broken soul;
Flood us with your hope, in the promise of your word;
You make all things new, that’s why we praise you (x2)


Psalm 40


40
U2

I waited patiently for the Lord
He inclined and heard my cry
He brought me up out of the pit
Out of the mire and clay

I will sing, sing a new song
I will sing, sing a new song

How long to sing this song
How long to sing this song
How long, how long, how long
How long, to sing this song

He set my feet upon a rock
And made my footsteps firm
Many will see
Many will see and fear


Let us pray…
Please join me in the prayer of Daniel, who was keenly aware of the sins committed by the people of God in his own time. Pray for God's mercy in these words borrowed from this great statesman / prophet:

O Lord, the great and awesome God,
who keeps his covenant of love with all who love him and obey his commands,
we have sinned and done wrong.
We have been wicked and have rebelled;
we have turned away from your commands and laws.
We have not listened to your servants the prophets who spoke in your name
.

Lord, you are righteous, but we are unfaithful. But the Lord our God is merciful and forgiving, even though we have rebelled against him and we have not kept the laws he gave us through his servants the prophets. All of us have transgressed your law and turned away refusing to obey you. 

Now, O Lord our God, who brought your people out of Egypt with a mighty hand and who made for yourself a name that endures to this day, we have sinned, we have done wrong. O Lord, in keeping with all your righteous acts, turn away your anger and your wrath from your city your holy hill.
[from Daniel 9:4-16]

Be pleased, O LORD, to deliver me;
O LORD, make haste to help me.
But may all who seek you
rejoice and be glad in you;
may those who love your salvation
say continually "Great is the LORD!"
As for me, I am poor arid needy,
but the Lord takes thought for me.

You are my help and my deliverer;
do not delay, O my God.

Our ever-present God, we can hardly wait for your help. Some of us are desperate. We love you, and we want your name to be honoured. We fear that this current crisis may overwhelm us; we become discouraged and our thoughts overwhelm us and  we may become our own worst enemies. Lord, help us to be glad, to rejoice with the psalmist, to have this new song in our hearts, to have our feet on the solid rock.

Lord, think of us,
remember us when you come into your kingdom.
You are our help and our deliverer.
O Lord our God, do not delay.
We long for your presence, your love, your favor, your grace.
Hear us through your only-begotten Son, our Lord Jesus. Amen.

May the Father of all mercies cleanse us from our sins, and restore us in his image to the praise and glory of his name, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Lord, you have taught us that all our doings without love are worth nothing;
send your Holy Spirit and pour into our hearts that most excellent gift of love,
the true bond of peace and of all virtues,
without which whoever lives is counted dead before you.
Grant this for your only Son Jesus Christ’s sake,
who is alive and reigns with you,
in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Blessed is the Lord, for he has heard the voice of our prayer;
therefore shall our hearts dance for joy
and in our song and our prayers we will praise our God. 

Gathering our prayers and praises in to one, we say,

Our Father in heaven, hallowed by your name,
your kingdom come, your will be done,
on earth as in heaven.
Give us today our daily bread.
Forgive us our sins as we forgive those who sin against us.
Lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil.
For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours now and for ever.
Amen
.

May the Lord bless us, and preserve us from all evil, and keep us in eternal life. Amen.


Wait On The Lord 

Enter the Worship Circle 


Wait on the Lord, O my soul
Wait on the Lord, O my soul
Wait on the Lord, O my soul
Be strong and take heart
Be strong and wait upon the Lord

He is beautiful and good
He’s the lover of us all
He has rescued us before
He will rescue us again
He is faithful and true
He is loving and just
Surely He will deliver us


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Songs used by permission. CCLI License #3237733 

All scripture taken from the NIV

Liturgy is Church of England Common Worship

 

Night Prayer (May 7)

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Song: Lord By Your Cross And Resurrection

Lord, by your cross and resurrection You have set us free
You are the Saviour of the world

Jesus Christ is Lord (x4)

Lord, by your death and life uprising... You have lifted us
You are the Life of the world

Lord, through obedience and passion... You have made the way
You are Salvation for the world


The Lord almighty grant us a quiet night and a perfect end.
Amen.
Our help is in the name of the Lord
who made heaven and earth.


Most merciful God,
we confess to you,
before the whole company of heaven and one another, that we have sinned in thought, word and deed
and in what we have failed to do.
Forgive us our sins,
heal us by your Spirit
and raise us to new life in Christ. Amen.

O God, make speed to save us.
O Lord, make haste to help us.
Glory to the Father and to the Son
and to the Holy Spirit;
as it was in the beginning 
is now and shall be for ever. Amen.


Song: We Abide in You

We are the vineyard You have planted
Tend our leaves and wild branches
We abide, we abide in You
We abide, we abide in You

Fruit growing from our strength and labor
Rain on us with grace and favor
We abide, we abide in You
We abide, we abide in You

Where can my soul find living water?
Apart from You, we bear no fruit
O plant my feet down by the river
We abide, we abide in You


Psalm 139
Search me out, O God, and know my heart.

1 O Lord, you have searched
me out and known me;
you know my sitting down and my rising up;
you discern my thoughts from afar.
2 You mark out my journeys
and my resting place
and are acquainted with all my ways.
3 For there is not a word
on my tongue,
but you, O Lord, know it altogether.
4 You encompass me behind and before and lay your hand upon me.
5 Such knowledge is too wonderful for me, so high that I cannot attain it.
Search me out, O God, and know my heart.

6 Where can I go then from your spirit?
Or where can I flee from your presence?
7 If I climb up to heaven, you are there;
if I make the grave my bed, you are there also.
8 If I take the wings of the morning
and dwell in the uttermost parts of the sea,
9 Even there your hand shall lead me,
your right hand hold me fast.
10 If I say, ‘Surely the darkness will cover me and the light around me turn to night,’
11 Even darkness is no darkness with you; the night is as clear as the day;
darkness and light to you are both alike. 
Search me out, O God, and know my heart

12 For you yourself created my inmost parts;
you knit me together in my mother's womb.
13 I thank you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made;
marvellous are your works, my soul knows well.
14 My frame was not hidden from you,
when I was made in secret and woven in the depths of the earth.
15 Your eyes beheld my form, as yet unfinished;
already in your book were all my members written,
16 As day by day they were fashionedwhen as yet there was none of them.
17 How deep are your counsels to me, O God!
How great is the sum of them!
18 If I count them, they are more in number than the sand,
and at the end, I am still in your presence.
Search me out, O God, and know my heart.

Creator God,
may every breath we take be for your glory,
may every footstep show you as our way,
that, trusting in your presence in this world,
we may, beyond this life, still be with you
where you are alive and reign for ever and ever.

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


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

I commend my spirit.
For you have redeemed me, Lord God of truth. 
I commend my spirit.

Glory to the Father and to the Son
and to the Holy Spirit.
Into your hands, O Lord, I commend my spirit. 

Keep me as the apple of your eye.
Hide me under the shadow of your wings.
Christ died for us, so that,
whether we wake or sleep, we might live with him.


Song: Save Us Now

Bless be the Good and Father of Jesus Christ (x2)
Who according to His mercy gave us a living hope (x2)
Through the resurrection from the dead of the Son (x2)
to obtain a promise that will not fade away (x2)

Save my life
Bring me hope!

Bless be the Good and Father of Jesus Christ
Who according to His mercy gave us a living hope
Through the resurrection from the dead of the Son
Through the resurrection from the dead of the Son
to obtain a promise that will not fade away
to obtain a promise that will not fade away

Save my life
Bring me hope!


Intercession & Thanksgiving


In peace we will lie down and sleep;
for you alone, Lord, make us dwell in safety.
Abide with us, Lord Jesus,
for the night is at hand and the day is now past.
As the night watch looks for the morning,
so do we look for you, O Christ.

May the risen Lord Jesus bless us.
May he watch over us and renew us
as he renews the whole of creation.
May our hearts and lives echo his love.
Amen.


Depart in Peace
Church of the Beloved

Oh God,
as you have promised now let your servants...
depart in peace
depart in peace

For our eyes
have seen the salvation which you have prepared........
for all to see
for all to see

A light
to enlighten the world and for your people...
glo-ry...glo-ry

So depart in peace, depart in peace (x2)


Great is the mystery of faith:
Dying, He destroyed our death;
Rising, He restored our life;
Lord Jesus come in glory!



Attributions

Liturgy:

© The Archbishops' Council of the Church of England, 2000-2005 Official Common Worship apps, books and eBooks are available from Church House Publishing.

The Bible readings (other than the psalms) are from The New Revised Standard Version Anglicized Edition, copyright 1989, 1995 Division of Christian Education of the
National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America.
Used by permission. All rights reserved.

Implemented by Simon Kershaw at Crucix. Implementation copyright © Simon Kershaw, 2002-2019.

Songs:

CCLI License: 3237733

"Collect For Purity”
Written by Marty Reardon
© 2005 Marty Reardon Music

“Lord, By Your Cross and Resurrection” Words: Traditional
Additional Words and Music: Josh Wilton

“Deliver Us”
Words and Music by Daniel Bashta, Jared Anderson Jason Roberson © 2013 Go Forth Sounds Integrity Worship Music

“Save Us Now”
Words and music by: Joshua Banner © 2001 Josh Banner

 

 Wednesday Midday Prayer - Eastertide (May 06)

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I Feel the Winds of God Today

I feel the winds of God today; 

today my sail I lift,
Though heavy, oft with drenching spray, 

and torn with many a rift;
If hope but light the water’s crest, 

and Christ my bark will use,
I’ll seek the seas at His behest, 

and brave another cruise.

It is the wind of God that dries 

my vain regretful tears,
Until with braver thoughts shall rise 

the purer, brighter years;
If cast on shores of selfish ease 

or pleasure I should be;
Lord, let me feel Thy freshening breeze, 

and I’ll put back to sea.

If ever I forget Thy love 

and how that love was shown,
Lift high the blood red flag above; 

it bears Thy name alone.
Great pilot of my onward way, 

Thou wilt not let me drift;
I feel the winds of God today, 

today my sail I lift.


Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit;

As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.


PSALM 119:105-112

105 Your word is a lantern to my feet*

and a light upon my path.

106 I have sworn and am steadfastly purposed*

to keep your righteous judgments.

107 I am troubled above measure;*

revive me, O Lord, according to your word.

108 Let the freewill offerings of my mouth please you, O Lord;*

and teach me your judgments.

109 My life is always in my hand,*

yet I do not forget your law.

110 The ungodly have laid a snare for me,*

yet I have not strayed from your commandments.

111 Your testimonies have I claimed as my heritage for ever,*

and why? They are the very joy of my heart.

112 I have applied my heart to fulfill your statutes always,*

    even unto the end.


Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit; as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end.  Amen.



Luke 5:1-16 (ESV)

1 On one occasion, while the crowd was pressing in on him to hear the word of God, he was standing by the lake of Gennesaret, 2 and he saw two boats by the lake, but the fishermen had gone out of them and were washing their nets. 3 Getting into one of the boats, which was Simon's, he asked him to put out a little from the land. And he sat down and taught the people from the boat. 4 And when he had finished speaking, he said to Simon, “Put out into the deep and let down your nets for a catch.” 5 And Simon answered, “Master, we toiled all night and took nothing! But at your word I will let down the nets.” 6 And when they had done this, they enclosed a large number of fish, and their nets were breaking. 7 They signaled to their partners in the other boat to come and help them. And they came and filled both the boats, so that they began to sink. 8 But when Simon Peter saw it, he fell down at Jesus' knees, saying, “Depart from me, for I am a sinful man, O Lord.” 9 For he and all who were with him were astonished at the catch of fish that they had taken, 10 and so also were James and John, sons of Zebedee, who were partners with Simon. And Jesus said to Simon, “Do not be afraid; from now on you will be catching men.” 11 And when they had brought their boats to land, they left everything and followed him.

12 While he was in one of the cities, there came a man full of leprosy. And when he saw Jesus, he fell on his face and begged him, “Lord, if you will, you can make me clean.” 13 And Jesus stretched out his hand and touched him, saying, “I will; be clean.” And immediately the leprosy left him. 14 And he charged him to tell no one, but “go and show yourself to the priest, and make an offering for your cleansing, as Moses commanded, for a proof to them.” 15 But now even more the report about him went abroad, and great crowds gathered to hear him and to be healed of their infirmities. 16 But he would withdraw to desolate places and pray.


The Word of the Lord. 

Thanks be to God.



I will bless the Lord at all times.

His praise shall continually be in my mouth. 



Let us pray:


Lord, have mercy. 

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.


Our Father in heaven, 

hallowed be your Name, 

your kingdom come, 

your will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven. 

Give us today our daily bread. 

And forgive us our sins 

as we forgive those 

who sin against us.Save us from the time of trial, 

and deliver us from evil. 

For the kingdom, the power, 

and the glory are yours, 

now and for ever. Amen.


O God, whose Son Jesus Christ is the Good Shepherd of your people: Grant that, when we hear his voice, we may know him who calls us each by name, and follow where he leads; who, with you and the Holy Spirit, lives and reigns, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

O Lord, hear our prayer;

And let our cry come to you.

O Lord, our heavenly Father, almighty and everlasting God, you have brought us safely to the beginning of this day: Defend us by your mighty power, that we may not fall into sin nor run into any danger; and that, guided by your Spirit, we may do what is righteous in your sight; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

O Lord, hear our prayer;

And let our cry come to you.

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

O Lord, hear our prayer;

And let our cry come to you.

O Lord our heavenly Father, whose blessed Son came not to be served, but to serve: We ask you to bless all who, following in his steps, give themselves to the service of others; endue them with wisdom, patience, and courage, that they may strengthen the weak and raise up those who fall, and, being inspired by your love, may worthily minister to the suffering, the friendless, and the needy; for the sake of him who laid down his life for us, your Son our Savior Jesus Christ. Amen. 

O Lord, hear our prayer;

And let our cry come to you.

Almighty and immortal God, giver of life and health: We implore your mercy for your servant who are sick at this time, that by your blessing upon them and upon those who minister to them with your healing gifts, they may be restored to health of body and mind, according to your gracious will, and may give thanks to you in your holy Church; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. 

O Lord, hear our prayer;

And let our cry come to you.

O Lord our God, accept the fervent prayers of your people; in the multitude of your mercies, look with compassion upon us and all who turn to you for help; for you are gracious, O lover of souls, and to you we give glory, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, now and for ever. Amen. 

O Lord, hear our prayer;

And let our cry come to you.


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

2 Corinthians 13:14

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.



God’s Highway

My feet are strong, my eyes are clear

I cannot see the way from here

But on we go, he knows the way

In His arms he keeps me safe

Fear not, keep on, watch and pray

Walk in the light of God's highway

The shadows flee, the valley is deep

But evil cannot conquer me

Thy rod and staff, they protect me

You give me rest, you give me peace

I see the shore, the troubled seas

The tiny ship that carries me

It is not yet, but it will be

So heaven come, it's you we need

I'm holding onto you, Lord

You're holding onto me

Attributions

The Book of Common Prayer (2019)Copyright © 2019 by the Anglican Church in North America

The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®, ESV® 

Copyright ©2001 by Crossway  

All rights reserved worldwide.

I Feel the Winds of God Today

Words by Jessie Adams, music by Ralph Vaughn Williams

Public Domain

God’s Highway

Words and music by: Sandra McCracken, Thad Cockrell

Copyright © 2015 Little Hoss MusicDrink Your Tea Music

CCLI: 7041357






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 Midday Prayer – Friday May 1, 2020

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O God, make speed to save us.
O Lord, make haste to help us.
My heart tells of your word, ‘Seek my face.’
Your face, Lord, will I seek.


See Your Love

God so loved the world that He gave His only Son
That believers shall receive His life…. His life
We who do believe have been called to do His work
Be His hands and be His feet, His love…His love
As a city on a hill, we will shine before all men

Be the song that we sing, be the story
Be the One we proclaim
For all to see, all to see Your love
For the sake of Your name, for Your glory
Living lives You have changed
For all to see, all to see Your love

The world that God so loved, we are in it but not of
Made holy through His righteousness, oh yes
We who have been called out of darkness into light
Are compelled to live the love of Jesus Christ


Ps. 5:7 & 12 & Ps. 5:11

By your great love oh Lord, I can come into your house; in reverence I bow down toward your holy temple.
Surely, Lord, you bless the righteous; you surround them with your favor as with a shield.
Let all who take refuge in you be glad; let them ever sing for joy.
Spread your protection over them, that those who love your name may rejoice in you.


Psalm 1

Blessed is the one who does not walk in step with the wicked or stand in the way that sinners take or sit in the company of mockers,
but whose delight is in the law of the Lord, and who meditates on his law day and night. That person is like a tree planted by streams of water, which yields its fruit in season and whose leaf does not wither— whatever they do prospers. Not so the wicked! They are like chaff that the wind blows away. Therefore the wicked will not stand in the judgment, nor sinners in the assembly of the righteous.
For the Lord watches over the way of the righteous, but the way of the wicked leads to destruction.


Psalm 3

A psalm of David. When he fled from his son Absalom.

Lord, how many are my foes! How many rise up against me! Many are saying of me, “God will not deliver him.”
But you, Lord, are a shield around me, my glory, the One who lifts my head high. I call out to the Lord, and he answers me from his holy mountain. I lie down and sleep; I wake again, because the Lord sustains me. I will not fear though tens of thousands assail me on every side.
Arise, Lord! Deliver me, my God!Strike all my enemies on the jaw; break the teeth of the wicked. From the Lord comes deliverance. May your blessing be on your people.


My Soul Finds Rest

Oh my God hear my cry
From the depths I call out to you
You give your mercy and light
In the dark, in the wilderness

My soul finds rest in God alone
My salvation comes from him
My soul finds rest, God is my home
I will not be shaken, I will not be shaken

You are my shield and my strength
Train my feet for this battle
Our God is mighty to save
I will wait, I will wait for him

O my strength, I sing praise to You
O my strength, I sing praise to You
In joy or pain, I sing praise to You
Night or day, I sing praise to You


Prayers

Psalm 4

Answer me when I call to you, 
my righteous God.
Give me relief from my distress; 
have mercy on me and hear my prayer.
In peace I will lie down and sleep,    
for you alone, Lord, 
make me dwell in safety
.

As we think of those in need, as we think of those who are suffering, as we think of our own needs, we pray these words:
Christ be with me, Christ within me,
Christ behind me, Christ before me,
Christ beside me, Christ to win me,
Christ to comfort and restore me.
Christ beneath me, Christ above me,
Christ in quiet, Christ in danger,
Christ in hearts of all that love me,
Christ in mouth of friend and stranger.
Amen.

You did not choose me but I chose you
and I appointed you to go out and bear fruit, fruit that shall last.
Alleluia.

Almighty Father,
whom truly to know is eternal life:
teach us to know your Son Jesus Christ
as the way, the truth, and the life;
that we may follow the steps
   of your holy apostles Philip and James,
and walk steadfastly in the way that leads to your glory;
through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Amen.


THE LORD’S PRAYER

Our Father in heaven,
hallowed be your Name,
your kingdom come, your will be done,
on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us today our daily bread.
And forgive us our sins
as we forgive those who sin against us.
Save us from the time of trial,
and deliver us from evil.
For the kingdom, the power, and the glory
are yours, now and forever.
Amen.

May Christ our Saviour give us peace.
Amen.


Good Good Father

I've heard a thousand stories of
what they think you're like
But I've heard the tender whispers
of love in the dead of night
And you tell me that you're pleased
And that I'm never alone

You’re a good good father
It’s who you are, it’s who you are, it’s who you are
And I’m loved by you
It’s who I am, it’s who I am, it’s who I am

I've seen many searching
for answers far and wide
But I know we're all searching
For answers only you provide
'Cause you know just what we need
Before we say a word

Bridge:
You are perfect in all of your ways
You are perfect in all of your ways
You are perfect in all of your ways to us


ATTRIBUTIONS

Songs used by permission. CCLI License #3237733 

All scripture taken from the NIV

Liturgy is Church of England Common Worship

 

Night Prayer (April 30)

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Song: Lord By Your Cross And Resurrection

Lord, by your cross and resurrection You have set us free
You are the Saviour of the world

Jesus Christ is Lord (x4)

Lord, by your death and life uprising... You have lifted us
You are the Life of the world

Lord, through obedience and passion... You have made the way
You are Salvation for the world


The Lord almighty grant us a quiet night and a perfect end.
Amen.
Our help is in the name of the Lord
who made heaven and earth.


Song: Collect for Purity

O Lord...to You our hearts are open
To You our thoughts are known
From You no secret's hidden

Purif - y my heart
Purif - y my heart
That I may bring glory
That I may bring glory
That I may bring glory to You


Most merciful God,
we confess to you,
before the whole company of heaven and one another, that we have sinned in thought, word and deed
and in what we have failed to do.
Forgive us our sins,
heal us by your Spirit
and raise us to new life in Christ. Amen.

O God, make speed to save us.
O Lord, make haste to help us.
Glory to the Father and to the Son
and to the Holy Spirit;
as it was in the beginning 
is now and shall be for ever. Amen.


Canticle

God raised Christ from the dead,
the Lamb without spot or stain. Alleluia.

Blessed be the God and Father
of our Lord Jesus Christ!
By his great mercy we have
been born anew to a living hope
through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead,
Into an inheritance that is imperishable,
undefiled and unfading, kept in heaven for you,
Who are being protected
by the power of God through faith,
for a salvation ready to be revealed in the last time. 
You were ransomed from
the futile ways of your ancestors
not with perishable things like silver or gold
But with the precious blood of Christ
like that of a lamb without spot or stain.
Through him you have confidence in God,
who raised him from the dead and gave him glory,
so that your faith and hope are set on God.

– 1 Peter 1.3-5, 18, 19, 21

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

God raised Christ from the dead,
the Lamb without spot or stain. Alleluia!


Song: Save Us Now

Bless be the Good and Father of Jesus Christ (x2)
Who according to His mercy gave us a living hope (x2)
Through the resurrection from the dead of the Son (x2)
to obtain a promise that will not fade away (x2)

Save my life
Bring me hope!

Bless be the Good and Father of Jesus Christ
Who according to His mercy gave us a living hope
Through the resurrection from the dead of the Son
Through the resurrection from the dead of the Son
to obtain a promise that will not fade away
to obtain a promise that will not fade away

Save my life
Bring me hope!


The Lord is my strength and my song: he has become my salvation.
The Lord is my strength and my song: he has become my salvation.

I shall not die, but live, and declare the works of the Lord.
He has become my salvation.

Glory to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit.
The Lord is my strength and my song: he has become my salvation.


Intercession & Thanksgiving


Song: Deliver Us

Lord, we will rise again (x3)

For every heart that's scarred
And every heart that's torn
Lord, we will rise again
For every dark disease
For every broken dream
Lord, we will rise again (x3)

Deliver us, deliver us

For every prodigal
For anything impossible
Lord, we will rise again
For every stolen song
For all the damage done
Lord, we will rise again (x3)


Alleluia. The Lord is risen, alleluia,
as he promised to you.
Alleluia, alleluia.

1 Now, Lord, you let your servant go in peace:
your word has been fulfilled.
2 My own eyes have seen the salvation
which you have prepared in the sight of every people;
3 A light to reveal you to the nations and the glory of your people Israel.
Luke 2.29-32

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

Alleluia. The Lord is risen,
alleluia, as he promised to you.
Alleluia, alleluia.


In peace we will lie down and sleep;
for you alone, Lord, make us dwell in safety.
Abide with us, Lord Jesus,
for the night is at hand and the day is now past.
As the night watch looks for the morning,
so do we look for you, O Christ.

May the risen Lord Jesus bless us.
May he watch over us and renew us
as he renews the whole of creation.
May our hearts and lives echo his love.
Amen.


Great is the mystery of faith:
Dying, He destroyed our death;
Rising, He restored our life;
Lord Jesus come in glory!



Attributions

Liturgy:

© The Archbishops' Council of the Church of England, 2000-2005 Official Common Worship apps, books and eBooks are available from Church House Publishing.

The Bible readings (other than the psalms) are from The New Revised Standard Version Anglicized Edition, copyright 1989, 1995 Division of Christian Education of the
National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America.
Used by permission. All rights reserved.

Implemented by Simon Kershaw at Crucix. Implementation copyright © Simon Kershaw, 2002-2019.

Songs:

CCLI License: 3237733

"Collect For Purity”
Written by Marty Reardon
© 2005 Marty Reardon Music

“Lord, By Your Cross and Resurrection” Words: Traditional
Additional Words and Music: Josh Wilton

“Deliver Us”
Words and Music by Daniel Bashta, Jared Anderson Jason Roberson © 2013 Go Forth Sounds Integrity Worship Music

“Save Us Now”
Words and music by: Joshua Banner © 2001 Josh Banner

 

 Tuesday Evening Prayer | Eastertide (April 28)

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*Prep: a journal for lectio or examen, a candle and a pillow for kneeling if desired


Risen One,
we rose today by your mercy,
and we have come to the end of the day by way of your faithfulness.
Let our prayer be set forth in your sight as incense,
And let the lifting up of our hands be an evening sacrifice.
Let us pray with one heart and mind.


Silence is kept (taking 5 deep breaths - 3 count inhale | 5 count exhale)

O Lord, open our lips;
And our mouth shall proclaim your praise.


Poem


Lectio Divina


Open Prayers


As Jesus taught us, so we pray:

THE LORD’S PRAYER

Our Father in heaven,
hallowed be your Name,
your kingdom come, your will be done,
on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us today our daily bread.
And forgive us our sins
as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,
and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power, and the glory
are yours, now and forever.
Amen.


A Benediction
(based on the words of Henri Frederic Amiel {1821-1881})

My sisters and brothers in Christ: 
Our time here is short 
and we don’t have long to gladden the hearts 
of those who journal the way with us. 
So make haste to love, 
be quick to be kind, 
to laugh and sing and dance, 
like the saints you are. 
And may the blessing of God 
who made us,
who loves us,
and who travels with us
be with you now and forever.
Amen. 


Attributions:

Lectio Divina adapted from The Artist's Rule by Christine Valters Paintner

Liturgy from The Book of Common Prayer (2019) Copyright © 2019 by the Anglican Church in North America

 

Monday Midday Prayer (April 27)

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O God, make speed to save us; 
O Lord, make haste to help us

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit; 
As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.


 Psalm 126

1  When the Lord overturned the captivity of Zion, then were we like those who dream.
2  Then was our mouth filled with laughter and our tongue with shouts of joy.

3  Then they said among the nations, “The Lord has done great things for them.”
4  Indeed, the Lord has done great things for us already, whereof we rejoice.

5  Overturn our captivity, O Lord, as when streams refresh the deserts of the south.
6  Those who sow in tears shall reap with songs of joy.

7  He who goes on his way weeping and bears good seed 
shall doubtless come again with joy, and bring his sheaves with him. 


1 Corinthians 5:17-18

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

This is the Word of the Lord. 
Thanks be to God.


I will bless the Lord at all times.
His praise shall continually be in my mouth. 

Lord, have mercy upon us. 
Christ, have mercy upon us.
Lord, have mercy upon us.


Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your Name, 
your kingdom come, your will be done,
on earth as it is in heaven. 
Give us today our daily bread. 
And forgive us our sins 
as we forgive those 
who sin against us.
Save us from the time of trial, 
and deliver us from evil. 
For the kingdom, the power, 
and the glory are yours, now and for ever. Amen.

Let us pray. 

PRAYERS

O Lord, hear our prayer;
And let our cry come to you.

For the care of children 
Almighty God, heavenly Father, you have blessed us with the joy and care of children: Give us calm strength and patient wisdom so to train them, that they may love all that is true, and pure, and lovely, and of good report, following the example of their Savior Jesus Christ. Amen. 

For inner renewal through the word 
Gracious God and most merciful Father, you have granted us the rich and precious jewel of your holy Word: Assist us with your Spirit, that the same Word may be written in our hearts
to our everlasting comfort, to reform us, to renew us according to your own image, to build us up and edify us into the perfect dwelling place of your Christ, sanctifying and increasing in us all heavenly virtues; grant this, O heavenly Father, for Jesus Christ’s sake. Amen. 

For christ to be formed in us 
Lord Jesus, Master Carpenter of Nazareth, on the Cross through wood and nails you wrought our full salvation: Wield well
your tools in this, your workshop, that we who come to you rough-hewn may be fashioned into a truer beauty by your hand; who with the Father and the Holy Spirit live and reign, one God, world without end. Amen. 

Collect for 3rd Sunday of Easter
Almighty God, you gave your only Son to be for us both a sacrifice for sin and an example of godly living: Give us grace thankfully to receive his inestimable benefits, and daily to follow the blessed steps of his most holy life; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.  Amen.

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

2 corinthians 13:14

Attributions:

Liturgy
the book of common prayer (2019)
Copyright © 2019 by the Anglican Church in North America 

Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV® Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc.®  All rights reserved worldwide.


 

The Table - Sunday April 26th 2020

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Wait On The Lord
Enter the Worship Circle

Wait on the Lord, oh my soul (x3)
Be strong and take heart
Be strong and wait upon the Lord

He is Beautiful and good
He’s the lover of us all
He has rescued us before
He will rescue us again
He is faithful and true
He is loving and just
Surely He will deliver us


Almighty God
Sandra McCracken

To You all hearts are open….
Almighty God  

Almighty God to You all hearts are open 
Search and know our thoughts and anxious fears 
Wash us in the fountain of Your mercy 
Come with Your light…We cannot hide from You 

Almighty God To You all hearts are open 
With gratitude we raise our song to You 
Come and fill the praises of Your people
In grace and truth …You make us new again      

Hallelu-----jah (x2)   
Hallelu-------------jah 

Almighty God to You all hearts are open 
We long for more than what this world provides 
No shallow spring will ever satisfy us 
But Your river deep, Floods over everything 

Almighty God to You all hearts are open 
You take away our sickness and our sin 
Oh Lamb of God we gather at Your table
In bread and wine…You have supplied our needs 

To You all hearts are open….
Almighty God


O Lord, open our lips
And our mouth shall proclaim your praise

O God, make speed to save us;
O Lord, make haste to help us.

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit;
As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.

Praise the Lord.
The Lord's Name be praised!


Why We Praise You
Table Church

Giver of all life
You created out of love
Perfect in your ways Dsus
You placed the stars above
And you called it good,
That’s why we praise you (2x)

Ever present God
You’re a beacon in the night
Light up every path
Be our strength and be our guide
You guide us through, that’s why we praise you (2x)

Our darkness cannot hide
When we see you as you are
You open up our eyes
You fill us with your holy light
That’s why we praise you

Savior of the world
You restore the broken soul
Flood us with your hope
In the promise of your word
You make all things new,
That’s why we praise you (2x)


Hungry
Kathryn Scott

Hungry, I come to You
For I know You satisfy
I am empty, but I know
Your love does not run dry.
And so I wait for You,
So I wait for You.

I'm falling on my knees,
offering all of me.
Jesus, You're all this heart is living for.

Broken, I run to You,
For Your arms are open wide;
I am weary, but I know
Your touch restores my life.
And so I wait for You,
So I wait for You.


Psalm 111

1 Praise the Lord!
I will give thanks to the Lord with my whole heart,
in the company of the upright, in the congregation.
2 Great are the works of the Lord,
studied by all who delight in them.
3 Full of splendor and majesty is his work,
and his righteousness endures forever.

We thank you, Lord!

4 He has caused his wondrous works to be remembered;
the Lord is gracious and merciful.
5 He provides food for those who fear him; he remembers his covenant forever.
6 He has shown his people the power of his works,
in giving them the inheritance of the nations.
7 The works of his hands are faithful and just;
all his precepts are trustworthy;
8 they are established forever and ever,
to be performed with faithfulness and uprightness.

We thank you, Lord!

9 He sent redemption to his people;
he has commanded his covenant forever. Holy and awesome is his name!
10 The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom;
all those who practice it have a good understanding.
His praise endures forever!

We thank you, Lord!


Holy and Anointed One
John Barnett

Jesus, Jesus, Holy and Anointed One, Jesus
Jesus, Jesus, Risen and Exalted One, Jesus

Your name is like honey on my lips
Your Spirit like water to my soul
Your Word is a lamp unto my feet
Jesus, I love You, I love You


WORD: 1 Peter 1:3-9

3 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ!
According to his great mercy,
he has caused us to be born again
to a living hope
through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead,
4 to an inheritance that is imperishable, undefiled, and unfading,
kept in heaven for you,
5 who by God’s power
are being guarded through faith
for a salvation ready to be revealed
in the last time.
6 In this you rejoice,
though now for a little while, if necessary,
you have been grieved by various trials,
7 so that the tested genuineness of your faith
—more precious than gold that perishes
though it is tested by fire—
may be found to result
in praise and glory and honor at the revelation of Jesus Christ.
8 Though you have not seen him, you love him.
Though you do not now see him, you believe in him
and rejoice with joy that is inexpressible and filled with glory,
9 obtaining the outcome of your faith,
the salvation of your souls.


Hallelujah! What a Saviour
Philip Bliss / Urban Hymnal

“Man of Sorrows!” what a name
For the Son of God, who came
Ruined sinners to reclaim.
Hallelu - jah! What a Sa    -    vior!

Bearing shame and scoffing rude,
In my place condemned He stood;
Sealed my pardon with His blood.
Hallelujah! What a Sa    -    vior!

Guilty, vile, and helpless we;
Spotless Lamb of God was He;
“Full atonement!” can it be?
Hallelu - jah! What a Sa    -    vior!  

Lifted up was He to die;
“It is finished!” was His cry
Now in Heav’n exalted high.
Hallelu - jah! What a Sa    -    vior! 

When He comes, our glorious King,
All His ransomed home to bring,
Then anew His song we’ll sing:
Hallelu - jah! What a Sa    -    vior!


Assurance of Forgiveness


Be Merciful to Me
Caedmon’s Call

Out from the deep I call
To thee oh Lord to thee
Before thy throne I fall
Be merciful to me

Be merciful to me
Be merciful to me
Through shadow dark and valley deep
Be merciful to me

From the garden to the cross
Thy mercy did endure

My soul purged from all dross
In blood made pure

Thy mercy Lord is true
As ever truth could be
But still I cry for you
Be merciful to me


Death is swallowed up in victory
Where, O death, is your sting?

Christ is risen from the dead,
The first fruits of those who have fallen asleep 
Death is swallowed up in victory

The trumpet will sound
And the dead shall be raised
Where, O death, is your sting?

We shall not all sleep,
But we shall be changed.
Death is swallowed up in victory.
Where, O death, is your sting?


Nothing But The Blood
Robert Lowry, 1876

What can wash away my sin?
Nothing but the blood of Jesus;
What can make me whole again?
Nothing but the blood of Jesus.

Oh! precious is the flow
That makes me white as snow;
No other fount I know,
Nothing but the blood of Jesus.

This is all my righteousness.
Nothing but the blood of Jesus.
This is all my hope and peace.
Nothing but the blood of Jesus.


INTERCESSION

Gracious God hear our prayers
And in Your Love answer us.


The Lord’s Prayer

Our Father in heaven,
hallowed be your name,
your kingdom come, your will be done,
on earth as in heaven.
Give us today our daily bread.
Forgive us our sins
as we forgive those who sin against us.
Save us from the time of trial
and deliver us from evil.
For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours now and forever.

Amen.


Tithes and Offerings


‘Tis So Sweet... Louisa
M. R. Stead & William J. Kirkpatrick circa 1882

‘Tis so sweet to trust in Jesus
And to take Him at His word
Just to rest upon His promise
And to know, “Thus says the Lord.”

Jesus, Jesus, how I trust Him
How I’ve proved Him o’er and o’er
Jesus, Jesus, precious Jesus
O for grace to trust Him more 


O how sweet to trust in Jesus,

Just to trust His cleansing blood;

And in simple faith to plunge me
’
Neath the healing, cleansing flood!

Yes, ’tis sweet to trust in Jesus,
J
ust from sin and self to cease;

Just from Jesus simply taking

Life and rest, and joy and peace.

I’m so glad I learned to trust Thee,

Precious Jesus, Savior, Friend;

And I know that Thou art with me,

Wilt be with me to the end.


Blessing

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


All the Way Home
Enter The Worship Circle, Psalm 126, 23

You lead me with Your fire
By Night You keep Your eyes on me
You lead me with Your clouds
By day You lead me on my way

Men - All the way, All the way
Women - All the way home, I’m dreaming
Men - All the way, I run
Women - All the way home I run
Men - All the way, All the way
Women - All the way home, I’m laughing
Men - All the way, Here I come
Women - All the way home, Here I come

You lead me by still waters,
By night you keep Your hand on me
You lead me by green pastures,
By day you lift me in Your arms


May the risen Christ grant us the joys of eternal life
Amen

Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia
Thanks be to God. Alleluia!


Attributions

The Songs listed below all used by permission. CCLI License #3237733 

Wait On The Lord
Psalm 26
© 2004 Enter the Worship Circle

Almighty God
David Leonard Leslie Jordan Sandra McCracken
© 2015 Integrity's Alleluia! Music Integrity's Praise! Music Drink Your Tea Music

Why We Praise You
Table Church Music © 2011

Hungry
Kathryn Scott
© 1999 Vineyard Songs (UK/Eire)

Holy and Anointed One
John Barnett
© 1988 Mercy / Vineyard Publishing

Hallelujah! What a Savior
Words by Philip P. Bliss (pub. 1875)
Music by Urban Hymnal © 2009

Be Merciful To Me
Caedmon’s Call © 2006

Nothing But The Blood
Robert Lowry, 1876

‘Tis So Sweet...
Louisa M. R. Stead & William J. Kirkpatrick circa 1882

All The Way Home
Psalm 126, 23
Enter The Worship Circle © 2008

 Midday Prayer – Friday, April 24th 2020

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Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ,
who has blessed us in Christ with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places.


PSALM 117

Praise the Lord, all you nations; extol him, all you peoples.
For great is his love toward us, and the faithfulness of the Lord endures forever. Praise the Lord.

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit:
as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.

10,000 Reasons

Bless the Lord oh my soul
Oh my soul
Worship His Holy name
Sing like never before
Oh my soul
I'll worship Your Holy name


The sun comes up
It's a new day dawning
It's time to sing Your song again
Whatever may come
And whatever lies before me
Let me be singing
When the evening comes

You're rich in love
And You're slow to anger
Your name is great
And Your heart is kind
For all Your goodness
I will keep on singing
Ten thousand reasons
For my heart to find
Bless the Lord oh my soul
Oh my soul
Worship His Holy name
Sing like never before
Oh my soul
I'll worship Your Holy name


And on that day
When my strength is failing
The end draws near
And my time has come
Still my soul will
Sing Your praise unending
Ten thousand years
And then forevermore

Psalm 118

Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever.
Let Israel say: 
“His love endures forever.”
Let the house of Aaron say: 
“His love endures forever.”
Let those who fear the Lord say: 
“His love endures forever.”
When hard pressed, I cried to the Lord;  
he brought me into a spacious place.
The Lord is with me; I will not be afraid. 
What can mere mortals do to me?
The Lord is with me; he is my helper.  
I look in triumph on my enemies.
It is better to take refuge in the Lord than to trust in humans.
It is better to take refuge in the Lord than to trust in princes.
10 All the nations surrounded me, 
but in the name of the Lord I cut them down.
11 They surrounded me on every side, 
but in the name of the Lord I cut them down.
12 They swarmed around me like bees, but they were consumed as quickly as burning thorns; 
in the name of the Lord I cut them down.
13 I was pushed back and about to fall, 
but the Lord helped me.
14 The Lord is my strength and my defense; 
he has become my salvation.
15 Shouts of joy and victory resound in the tents of the righteous:
“The Lord’s right hand has done mighty things!
16 The Lord’s right hand is lifted high; 
the Lord’s right hand has done mighty things!”
17 I will not die but live, 
and will proclaim what the Lord has done.
18 The Lord has chastened me severely,
 but he has not given me over to death.
19 Open for me the gates of the righteous; 
I will enter and give thanks to the Lord.
20 This is the gate of the Lord through which the righteous may enter.
21 I will give you thanks, for you answered me;  
you have become my salvation.
22 The stone the builders
rejected has become the cornerstone;
23 the Lord has done this, 
and it is marvelous in our eyes.
24 The Lord has done it this very day; 
let us rejoice today and be glad.
25 Lord, save us! Lord, grant us success!
26 Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord. 
From the house of the Lord we bless you
27 The Lord is God, and he has made his light shine on us.
With boughs in hand, join in the festal procession up to the horns of the altar.
28 You are my God, and I will praise you; 
you are my God, and I will exalt you.
29 Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; 
his love endures forever
.

King of GlorY

I know a place where I can find You
Here in the valley of the shadows
Give me eyes to see where You're leading me

I know a place where I can feel You
Here in the freedom of forgiveness
Give me strength to hold fast to what I know

You restore my soul, I'm Yours alone
Oh King of Glory
When dark gives way to light, your hope will rise
Oh King of Glory

I know a place where I can hear You
Your truth is a whisper in the chaos
Give me faith to stand
Strong in this rushing wind

You restore my soul, I'm Yours alone
Oh King of Glory
When dark gives way to light, your hope will rise
Oh King of Glory

Surely goodness, and mercy
Follow me
Every moment 
I will dwell with You

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Abide in me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit by itself, unless it abides in the vine, neither can you, unless you abide in me. I am the vine; you are the branches. Whoever abides in me and I in him, he it is that bears much fruit, for apart from me you can do nothing. JOHN 15:4-5

Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. PHILIPPIANS 4:6-7

Prayers may be offered for ourselves and others.


THE LORD’S PRAYER

Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. Forgive us our sins as we forgive those who sin against us. Lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil. For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours now and forever. Amen.

THE COLLECT

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

How excellent is your mercy, O God! The children of men shall take refuge under the shadow of your wings. For with you is the well of life, and in your light shall we see light. PSALM 36:7, 9

Our God Alone

Who formed the mountains?
And filled the oceans?
Our God alone (2x)
Who took the dust and 
breathed life in us?
Our God alone (2x)

(repeat from beginning)

Allelluia

Who came from heaven
For our redemption?
Our God alone (2x)
Who died for sin
That we may live?
Our God alone (2x)

Alleluia

Who rose again
Death could not win?
Our God alone(2x)
Who is returning
Bringing a Kingdom?
Our God alone(2x)
We will worship, We will worship
Our God alone (2x)

Attributions:

Songs used by permission. CCLI License #3237733

Liturgy: Book of Common Prayer ACNA 2019; Family Prayers page 67

10,000 Reasons
Writers: Jonas Myrin, Matt Redman
Publisher: CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC 2011

King of Glory All Sons and Daughters 2014; Leslie JordanDavid LeonardStu Garrard

Our God Alone The Brilliance 2011

 

Night Prayer (April 23)

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Song: Collect for Purity

O Lord...to You our hearts are open
To You our thoughts are known
From You no secret's hidden

Purif - y my heart
Purif - y my heart
That I may bring glory
That I may bring glory
That I may bring glory to You


The Lord almighty grant us a quiet night and a perfect end.
Amen.
Our help is in the name of the Lord
who made heaven and earth.


Song: Confession

Lord, we confess that we have sinned
Against you and each other
In thought and in word and deed we’ve failed,
And not loved as we should
Have mercy on us,
And forgive us our sin,
That we may delight in your will and walk in your ways To the glory of Christ, your Son, our Lord
A - men


O God, make speed to save us.
O Lord, make haste to help us.
Glory to the Father and to the Son
and to the Holy Spirit;
as it was in the beginning 
is now and shall be for ever. Amen.


Canticle

Our hope is not in vain,
because God’s love has been poured into our hearts. Alleluia.

God reckons as righteous those who believe,
who believe in him who raised Jesus from the dead; 

For Christ was handed over to death for our sins,
and raised to life for our justification.

Since we are justified by faith,
we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ. 

Through Christ we have gained access
to the grace in which we stand,
and rejoice in our hope of the glory of God.

We even exult in our sufferings,
for suffering produces endurance, 

And endurance brings hope,
and our hope is not in vain,

Because God’s love has been poured into our hearts,
through the Holy Spirit, given to us. 

God proves his love for us:
while we were yet sinners Christ died for us.

Since we have been justified by his death,
how much more shall we be saved from God’s wrath.

10 Therefore, we exult in God through our Lord Jesus Christ,
in whom we have now received our reconciliation.

– Romans 4.24, 25; 5.1-5, 8, 9, 11

Our hope is not in vain,
because God’s love has been poured into our hearts. Alleluia.


A reading: John 15:1-8

‘I am the true vine, and my Father is the vine-grower. He removes every branch in me that bears no fruit. Every branch that bears fruit he prunes to make it bear more fruit. You have already been cleansed by the word that I have spoken to you. Abide in me as I abide in you. Just as the branch cannot bear fruit by itself unless it abides in the vine, neither can you unless you abide in me. I am the vine, you are the branches. Those who abide in me and I in them bear much fruit, because apart from me you can do nothing. Whoever does not abide in me is thrown away like a branch and withers; such branches are gathered, thrown into the fire, and burned. If you abide in me, and my words abide in you, ask for whatever you wish, and it will be done for you. My Father is glorified by this, that you bear much fruit and become my disciples.

The Lord is my strength and my song: he has become my salvation.
The Lord is my strength and my song: he has become my salvation.

I shall not die, but live, and declare the works of the Lord.
He has become my salvation.

Glory to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit.
The Lord is my strength and my song: he has become my salvation.


Song: We Abide in You

We are the vineyard You have planted
Tend our leaves and wild branches
We abide, we abide in You
We abide, we abide in You

Fruit growing from our strength and labor
Rain on us with grace and favor
We abide, we abide in You
We abide, we abide in You

Where can my soul find living water?
Apart from You, we bear no fruit
O plant my feet down by the river
We abide, we abide in You


Alleluia. The Lord is risen, alleluia,
as he promised to you.
Alleluia, alleluia.

1 Now, Lord, you let your servant go in peace:
your word has been fulfilled.
2 My own eyes have seen the salvation
which you have prepared in the sight of every people;
3 A light to reveal you to the nations and the glory of your people Israel.
Luke 2.29-32

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

Alleluia. The Lord is risen,
alleluia, as he promised to you.
Alleluia, alleluia.


Intercession & Thanksgiving


Song: Depart in Peace

Oh God,
as you have promised now let your servants...
depart in peace
depart in peace

For our eyes
have seen the salvation which you have prepared........
for all to see for all to see

A light
to enlighten the world and for your people...
glo-ry...glo-ry

So depart in peace, depart in peace (x2)


In peace we will lie down and sleep;
for you alone, Lord, make us dwell in safety.
Abide with us, Lord Jesus,
for the night is at hand and the day is now past.
As the night watch looks for the morning,
so do we look for you, O Christ.

May the risen Lord Jesus bless us.
May he watch over us and renew us
as he renews the whole of creation.
May our hearts and lives echo his love.
Amen.



Attributions

Liturgy:

© The Archbishops' Council of the Church of England, 2000-2005 Official Common Worship apps, books and eBooks are available from Church House Publishing.

The Bible readings (other than the psalms) are from The New Revised Standard Version Anglicized Edition, copyright 1989, 1995 Division of Christian Education of the
National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America.
Used by permission. All rights reserved.

Implemented by Simon Kershaw at Crucix. Implementation copyright © Simon Kershaw, 2002-2019.

Songs:

CCLI License: 3237733

"Collect For Purity”
Written by Marty Reardon
© 2005 Marty Reardon Music CCLI # 7096450

“Confession”
Written by Mark DiCristina
©2009 Mark DiCristina Music (Admin. by Mark DiCristina) CCLI # 7086076

“We Abide In You”
Words and music by: Madison Cunningham/Sandra McCracken/Orlando Palmer/Elizabeth Vice/Isaac Wardell/Paul Zach
© 2017 Hymns From The Porter's Gate (Admin. by Essential Music Publishing LLC) &
Porter's Gate Publications (Admin. by Essential Music Publishing LLC)

“Depart in Peace”
Words: Benedictus from St. Luke 1:68-79
Music by: Ryan Marsh
© 2012 Church of the Beloved
Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0 Unported License

 

 Wednesday Midday Prayer - Eastertide (April 22)

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‘Tis So Sweet

'Tis so sweet to trust in Jesus,  
And to take him at his word;   
Just to rest upon his promise,
And to know, "Thus saith the Lord."  
O how sweet to trust in Jesus, 
Just to trust his cleansing blood; 
And in simple faith to plunge me 
Neath the healing, cleansing flood! 

Jesus, Jesus, how I trust him!    
How I've proved him o'er and o'er!  
Jesus, Jesus, precious Jesus! 

O for grace to trust him more! 

Yes, 'tis sweet to trust in Jesus, 

Just from sin and self to cease; 

Just from Jesus simply taking 

Life and rest, and joy and peace. 

I'm so glad I learned to trust thee, 

Precious Jesus, Savior, friend; 

And I know that thou art with me, 

Wilt be with me to the end. 

O God, make speed to save us; 

O Lord, make haste to help us. 

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit;

As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.

PSALM 119:105-112

105 Your word is a lantern to my feet*

and a light upon my path.

106 I have sworn and am steadfastly purposed*

to keep your righteous judgments.

107 I am troubled above measure;*

revive me, O Lord, according to your word.

108 Let the freewill offerings of my mouth please you, O Lord;*

and teach me your judgments.

109 My life is always in my hand,*

yet I do not forget your law.

110 The ungodly have laid a snare for me,*

yet I have not strayed from your commandments.

111 Your testimonies have I claimed as my heritage for ever,*

and why? They are the very joy of my heart.

112 I have applied my heart to fulfill your statutes always,*

    even unto the end.

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit; as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end.  Amen.

Psalm 119:129–152

Pe

129 Your testimonies are wonderful;

therefore my soul keeps them.

130 The unfolding of your words gives light;

it imparts understanding to the simple.

131 I open my mouth and pant,

because I long for your commandments.

132 Turn to me and be gracious to me,

as is your way with those who love your name.

133 Keep steady my steps according to your promise,

and let no iniquity get dominion over me.

134 Redeem me from man's oppression,

that I may keep your precepts.

135 Make your face shine upon your servant,

and teach me your statutes.

136 My eyes shed streams of tears,

because people do not keep your law.

Tsadh

137 Righteous are you, O LORD,

and right are your rules.

138 You have appointed your testimonies in righteousness

and in all faithfulness.

139 My zeal consumes me,

because my foes forget your words.

140 Your promise is well tried,

and your servant loves it.

141 I am small and despised,

yet I do not forget your precepts.

142 Your righteousness is righteous forever,

and your law is true.

143 Trouble and anguish have found me out,

but your commandments are my delight.

144 Your testimonies are righteous forever;

give me understanding that I may live.

Qoph

145 With my whole heart I cry; answer me, O LORD!

I will keep your statutes.

146 I call to you; save me,

that I may observe your testimonies.

147 I rise before dawn and cry for help;

I hope in your words.

148 My eyes are awake before the watches of the night,

that I may meditate on your promise.

149 Hear my voice according to your steadfast love;

O LORD, according to your justice give me life.

150 They draw near who persecute me with evil purpose;

they are far from your law.

151 But you are near, O LORD,

and all your commandments are true.

152 Long have I known from your testimonies

that you have founded them forever. 

The Word of the Lord. 

Thanks be to God.

I will bless the Lord at all times.

His praise shall continually be in my mouth. 

Let us pray:

Lord, have mercy. 

Christ, have mercy.

Lord, have mercy.

Our Father in heaven, 

hallowed be your Name, 

your kingdom come, 

your will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven. 

Give us today our daily bread. 

And forgive us our sins 

as we forgive those 

who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial, 

and deliver us from evil. 

For the kingdom, the power, 

and the glory are yours, 

now and for ever. Amen.

Almighty and everlasting God, who in the Paschal mystery established the new covenant of reconciliation: Grant that all who have been reborn into the fellowship of Christ’s Body may show forth in their lives what they profess by their faith; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

O Holy Spirit, beloved of my soul, I adore you. Enlighten me, guide me, strengthen me, console me. Tell me what I should do; give me your orders. I promise to submit myself to all that you desire of me and to accept all that you permit to happen to me. Let me only know your will. Amen. 

O Lord, hear our prayer;

And let our cry come to you.

Most loving Father, you will us to give thanks for all things, to dread nothing but the loss of you, and to cast all our care onthe One who cares for us. Preserve us from faithless fears and worldly anxieties, and grant that no clouds of this mortal life may hide from us the light of that love which is immortal, and which you have manifested unto us in your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. 

O Lord, hear our prayer;

And let our cry come to you.

Dear Lord and Savior Jesus Christ: I hold up all my weakness to your strength, my failure to your faithfulness, my sinfulness to your perfection, my loneliness to your compassion, my little pains to your great agony on the Cross. I pray that you will cleanse me, strengthen me, guide me, so that in all ways my life may be lived as you would have it lived, without cowardice and for you alone. Show me how to live in true humility, true contrition, and true love. Amen. 

O Lord, hear our prayer;

And let our cry come to you.

Heavenly Father, you have promised to hear what we ask in the Name of your Son: Accept and fulfill our petitions, we pray, not as we ask in our ignorance, nor as we deserve in our sinfulness, but as you know and love us in your Son Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. 

O Lord, hear our prayer;

And let our cry come to you.

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

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

Let us bless the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

Build My LifeWorthy of every song we could ever sing
Worthy of all the praise we could ever bring
Worthy of every breath we could ever breathe
We live for You


Jesus a name above every other name
Jesus the only one that could ever save
Worthy of every breath we could ever breathe
We live for You, we live for You

Holy there is no one like You, there is none beside You
Open up my eyes in wonder
Show me who You are, and fill me with your heart
And lead me in Your love to those around me

I will build my life, upon Your love, it is a firm foundation
I will put my trust, in You, oh Lord, and I will not be shaken

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

2 Corinthians 13:14

Attributions

The Book of Common Prayer (2019)Copyright © 2019 by the Anglican Church in North America

The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®, ESV® 

Copyright ©2001 by Crossway  

All rights reserved worldwide.

‘Tis So Sweet

Words and music by: Louisa M. R. Stead and William James Kirkpatrick

© Words: Public Domain | Music: Public Domain

CCLI: 22609

Build My Life

Words and music by: Brett Younker, Karl Martin, Kirby Kaple, Matt Redman, Pat Barrett

Copyright © 2016 Kaple MusicCapitol CMG GenesisHousefires SoundsSaid And Done Musicsixsteps MusicThankyou Musicworshiptogether.com songsMartin, Karl AndrewBethel Music Publishing

CCLI: 7070345

 

Wednesday Midday Prayer (April 22)

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O God, make speed to save us; 
O Lord, make haste to help us. 

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit;
As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.


I will bless the Lord at all times.
His praise shall continually be in my mouth. 

Lord Have mercy.
Christ, have mercy.
Lord, have mercy.


The Lord’s Prayer

Our Father in heaven,
hallowed be your Name,
your kingdom come, your will be done,
on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us today our daily bread.
And forgive us our sins
as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,
and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power, and the glory
are yours, now and forever.
Amen.


O Lord, hear our prayer;
And let our cry come to you.


Blessing

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



Attributions

The Book of Common Prayer (2019)


Copyright © 2019 by the Anglican Church in North America

The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®, ESV® Copyright ©2001 by Crossway
All rights reserved worldwide.

‘Tis So SweetWords and music by: Louisa M. R. Stead and William James Kirkpatrick © Words: Public Domain | Music: Public Domain
CCLI: 22609

Build My LifeWords and music by: Brett Younker, Karl Martin, Kirby Kaple, Matt Redman, Pat Barrett
Copyright © 2016 Kaple MusicCapitol CMG GenesisHousefires SoundsSaid And Done Musicsixsteps MusicThankyou Musicworshiptogether.com songsMartin, Karl AndrewBethel Music Publishing
CCLI: 7070345

 

 

Tuesday Evening Prayer - Eastertide (April 21)

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*Prep: a journal for lectio, a candle and a pillow for kneeling if desired

Risen One,
we rose today by your mercy,
and we have come to the end of the day by way of your faithfulness.
Let our prayer be set forth in your sight as incense,
And let the lifting up of our hands be an evening sacrifice.

Let us pray with one heart and mind.


Silence is kept (taking 5 deep breaths - 3 count inhale | 5 count exhale)

O Lord, open our lips;
And our mouth shall proclaim your praise.


Poem


Lectio Divina 


Gratitude 

Let us give thanks to God our Creator always and for everything, saying, “We thank you, God.”

For the beauty and wonder of creation,
We thank you, God.

For all that is gracious in the lives of all people, revealing the image of Christ,
We thank you, God.

For our daily food, for our homes and families, community and friends,
We thank you, God.

For minds to think and hearts to love,
We thank you, God.

For health, strength, and skill to work, and for leisure to rest and play,
We thank you, God.

For those who are brave and courageous, patient in suffering and faithful in adversity,
We thank you, God.

For all who pursue peace, justice, and truth,
We thank you, God.

I invite your spoken or silent prayers of gratitude
[together we say] We thank you, God.

For (. . . and) all the saints whose lives have reflected the light of Christ,
We thank you, God.


Open Prayers


As Jesus taught us, so we pray:

The Lord’s Prayer

Our Father in heaven,
hallowed be your Name,
your kingdom come, your will be done,
on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us today our daily bread.
And forgive us our sins
as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,
and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power, and the glory
are yours, now and forever.
Amen.


Blessing:

You keep them in perfect peace whose minds are stayed on you,
because they trust in you.
May your minds be stayed on God tonight.
Trust in God for ever, 
For the Lord God is an everlasting rock.
Amen. 



Attributions

Lectio Divina adapted from The Artist's Rule by Christine Valters Paintner

On Generosity by Walter Brueggemann

Liturgy and Gratitude Litany from The Book of Common Prayer (2019) Copyright © 2019 by the Anglican Church in North America


 

Monday Midday Prayer (April 20)

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O God, make speed to save us; 
O Lord, make haste to help us

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit; 
As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.


 Psalm 124

1  If the Lord himself had not been on our side, now may Israel say:
if the Lord himself had not been on our side, when men
rose up against us,

2  Then would they have swallowed us up alive,
when they were so wrathfully displeased with us;

3  Then the waters would have drowned us, and the torrent
gone over us;
then the raging waters would have gone clean over us.

4  But praised be the Lord,
who has not given us over to be prey for their teeth.

5  We escaped like a bird out of the snare of the fowler; 

the snare is broken, and we have been delivered.

6  Our help is in the Name of the Lord, 

the maker of heaven and earth. 


Mark 12:38-13:2 NIV

38 As he taught, Jesus said, “Watch out for the teachers of the law. They like to walk around in flowing robes and be greeted with respect in the marketplaces, 39 and have the most important seats in the synagogues and the places of honor at banquets. 40 They devour widows’ houses and for a show make lengthy prayers. These men will be punished most severely.”

41 Jesus sat down opposite the place where the offerings were put and watched the crowd putting their money into the temple treasury. Many rich people threw in large amounts. 42 But a poor widow came and put in two very small copper coins, worth only a few cents.

43 Calling his disciples to him, Jesus said, “Truly I tell you, this poor widow has put more into the treasury than all the others. 44 They all gave out of their wealth; but she, out of her poverty, put in everything—all she had to live on.”

13:1 As Jesus was leaving the temple, one of his disciples said to him, “Look, Teacher! What massive stones! What magnificent buildings!”

2 “Do you see all these great buildings?” replied Jesus. “Not one stone here will be left on another; every one will be thrown down.”

This is the Word of the Lord. 
Thanks be to God.


I will bless the Lord at all times.
His praise shall continually be in my mouth. 

Lord, have mercy upon us. 
Christ, have mercy upon us.
Lord, have mercy upon us.


Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your Name, 
your kingdom come, your will be done,
on earth as it is in heaven. 
Give us today our daily bread. 
And forgive us our sins 
as we forgive those 
who sin against us.
Save us from the time of trial, 
and deliver us from evil. 
For the kingdom, the power, 
and the glory are yours, now and for ever. Amen.

Let us pray. 

PRAYERS

O Lord, hear our prayer;
And let our cry come to you.

For the Discouraged and Downcast
O God, almighty and merciful, you heal the broken-hearted, and turn the sadness of the sorrowful to joy, Let your fatherly goodness be upon all whom you have made. Remember in pity all those who are this day destitute, homeless, elderly, infirm, or forgotten. Bless the multitude of your poor. Lift up those who are cast down. Mightily befriend innocent sufferers, and sanctify to them the endurance of their wrongs. Cheer with hope all who are discouraged and downcast, and by your heavenly grace preserve from falling those whose poverty tempts them to sin. Though they be troubled on every side, suffer them not to be distressed; though they are perplexed, save them from despair. Grant this, O Lord, for the love of him who for our sakes became poor, your Son our Savior Jesus Christ. Amen. 

For Prisoners
O God, you forgive when we deserve punishment, and in
your wrath you remember mercy: We humbly ask you, of your goodness, to comfort all prisoners [and especially those who are condemned to die]. Give them a right understanding of themselves, and of your promises, that trusting wholly in your mercy, they may not place their confidence anywhere but in you. Relieve the distressed; deliver the innocent; bring the guilty to repentance; and as you alone bring light out of darkness, and good out of evil, grant that by the power of your Holy Spirit they may be set free from the chains of sin, and brought to newness of life; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. 

For those Afflicted with Mental Suffering
Almighty God, whose Son took upon himself the afflictions
of your people: Regard with your tender compassion those suffering from anxiety, depression, or mental illness especially in the season of this pandemic; bear their sorrows and their cares; supply all their needs; help them to put their whole trust and confidence in you; and restore them to strength of mind and cheerfulness of spirit; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. 

Collect for 2nd Sunday of Easter
Almighty and everlasting God, who in the Paschal (Passover/Easter) mystery established the new covenant of reconciliation: Grant that all who have been reborn into the fellowship of Christ’s Body may show forth in their lives what they profess by their faith; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.  Amen.

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

2 corinthians 13:14

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Liturgy
the book of common prayer (2019)
Copyright © 2019 by the Anglican Church in North America 

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 Midday Prayer – Friday, April 17 2020

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(from Common Worship/The Church of England – The Archbishops' Council of the Church of England, 2000-2005Church House Publishing.Copyright © Simon Kershaw, 2002-2019; Readings: The Message - Copyright © 1993, 2002, 2018 by Eugene H. Peterson)

O Lord, open our lips
and our mouth will proclaim your praise.
In your resurrection, O Christ,
let heaven and earth rejoice. Alleluia.

Christ our passover has been sacrificed for us: 
so let us celebrate the feast, not with the old leaven of corruption and wickedness: 
but with the unleavened bread of sincerity and truth.
Christ once raised from the dead dies no more: 
death has no more dominion over him.
In dying he died to sin once for all: 
in living he lives to God.
See yourselves therefore as dead to sin: 
and alive to God in Jesus Christ our Lord.
Christ has been raised from the dead: 
the first fruits of those who sleep.
For as by man came death: 
by man has come also the resurrection of the dead;
for as in Adam all die: 
even so in Christ shall all be made alive.
Glory to the Father and to the Son
and to the Holy Spirit;
as it was in the beginning is now
and shall be for ever. Amen.


Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! According to his great mercy, he has caused us to be born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead.

1 PETER 1:3


Psalm 16 (The Message)1-2 Keep me safe, O God,    I’ve run for dear life to you.
I say to God, “Be my Lord!”    Without you, nothing makes sense.

And these God-chosen lives all around—    what splendid friends they make!

Don’t just go shopping for a god.    Gods are not for sale.
I swear I’ll never treat god-names    like brand-names.

5-6 My choice is you, God, first and only.    And now I find I’m your choice!
You set me up with a house and yard.    And then you made me your heir!

7-8 The wise counsel God gives when I’m awake    is confirmed by my sleeping heart.
Day and night I’ll stick with God;    I’ve got a good thing going and I’m not letting go.

9-10 I’m happy from the inside out,    and from the outside in, I’m firmly formed.
You canceled my ticket to hell—    that’s not my destination!

11 Now you’ve got my feet on the life path,    all radiant from the shining of your face.
Ever since you took my hand,    I’m on the right way.


1 Corinthians 15:51 to 58 (The Message)

51-57 But let me tell you something wonderful, a mystery I’ll probably never fully understand.
We’re not all going to die—but we are all going to be changed. You hear a blast to end all blasts from a trumpet, and in the time that you look up and blink your eyes—it’s over. On signal from that trumpet from heaven, the dead will be up and out of their graves, beyond the reach of death, never to die again. At the same moment and in the same way, we’ll all be changed. In the resurrection scheme of things, this has to happen: everything perishable taken off the shelves and replaced by the imperishable, this mortal replaced by the immortal. Then the saying will come true:

Death swallowed by triumphant Life!
Who got the last word, oh, Death?
Oh, Death, who’s afraid of you now?

It was sin that made death so frightening and law-code guilt that gave sin its leverage, its destructive power. But now in a single victorious stroke of Life, all three—sin, guilt, death—are gone, the gift of our Master, Jesus Christ. Thank God!

58 With all this going for us, my dear, dear friends, stand your ground. And don’t hold back. Throw yourselves into the work of the Master, confident that nothing you do for him is a waste of time or effort.

Death is swallowed up in victory.
Where, O death, is your sting?
Christ is risen from the dead,
the first fruits of those who have fallen asleep.
Death is swallowed up in victory.
The trumpet will sound
and the dead shall be raised.
Where, O death, is your sting?
We shall not all sleep,
but we shall be changed.
Death is swallowed up in victory.
Where, O death, is your sting?

Psalm 46 Jenny & Tyler
The Lord, is my refuge and strength
Therefore I will not be afraid
Though the mountains give way
And fall into the sea
He will come and rescue me. 

The Lord comes to me at break of day
He reaches down to guide me in His way
Though the oceans roar
In this dark and stormy sea
He will come and rescue me.

 Hallelujah, He is with me
Hallelujah, we cannot be moved
Hallelujah, He is with me
Hallelujah, I rest secure

 Be still and know that he is God
He will be exalted over all
Come and behold, His strength and majesty
Yet He will come and rescue me

Prayers
On this day that the Lord has made,
let us pray for the people he has redeemed.
That we may live as those who believe in the triumph of the cross: Lord in your mercy, hear our prayer.
That all people may receive the good news of his victory: Lord in your mercy, hear our prayer.
That those born to new life in the waters of baptism may know the power of his resurrection: Lord in your mercy, hear our prayer.
That those who suffer pain and anguish, especially those suffering from COVID 19, may find healing and peace in the wounds of Christ: Lord in your mercy, hear our prayer.
That in the undying love of Christ
we may be united with all who have died in the faith of Christ: Lord in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Let us commend the world, with all it’s current suffering and in which Christ rose from the dead,
to the mercy and protection of God.
Amen.

Let us pray together as Jesus taught us:
Our Father in heaven,
hallowed be your name,
your kingdom come,
your will be done,
on earth as in heaven.
Give us today our daily bread.
Forgive us our sins
as we forgive those who sin against us.
Lead us not into temptation
but deliver us from evil.
For the kingdom, the power,
and the glory are yours
now and for ever.
Amen
.

Lord of all life and power,
who through the mighty resurrection of your Son
overcame the old order of sin and death
to make all things new in him:
grant that we, being dead to sin
and alive to you in Jesus Christ,
may reign with him in glory;
to whom with you and the Holy Spirit
be praise and honour, glory and might,
now and in all eternity.
Amen.

May the risen Christ grant us the joys of eternal life.
Amen.
Let us bless the Lord. Alleluia, alleluia.
Thanks be to God. Alleluia, alleluia.

We Will Feast in the House
We will feast in the house of Zion
We will sing with our hearts restored
He has done great things, we will say together
We will feast and weep no more
 

We will not be burned by the fire
He is the LORD our God
We are not consumed, by the flood
Upheld, protected, gathered up (Chorus) 

In the dark of night, before the dawn
My soul, be not afraid
For the promised morning, oh how long?
Oh God of Jacob, be my strength (Chorus)

 Every vow we’ve broken and betrayed
You are the Faithful one
And from the garden to the grave
Bind us together, bring shalom. (Chorus)

 

 

 

Night Prayer (April 16)

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Oh Death (Oh Christ!)
Noah Gunderson (adapted by The Table)


When death and all his angels found him,
He went down, He went down

When death and all his angels caught him,
He got out, He got out

It was the end of the line
But then He came to life
Now we're never alone
And He will bring us home
He gave up His life, He came to life

No, the cross, it could not break him
He broke out, He broke out

No, the ground, it could could not hold him
He broke out, He broke out

Oh death, oh death You have lost your sting!

It was the end of the line
But then He came to life
Now we're never alone
And He will bring us home
He gave up His life, He came to life

Oh Christ, oh Christ Our risen king!


The Lord almighty grant us a quiet night and a perfect end.
Amen.
Our help is in the name of the Lord
who made heaven and earth.


Most merciful God,
we confess to you,
before the whole company of heaven and one another,
that we have sinned in thought, word and deed
and in what we have failed to do.

Forgive us our sins,
heal us by your Spirit
and raise us to new life in Christ.
Amen.

O God, make speed to save us.
O Lord, make haste to help us.
Glory to the Father and to the Son
and to the Holy Spirit;
as it was in the beginning 
is now and shall be for ever. Amen.


Psalm 104


A reading

The servants of the Lamb shall see the face of God, whose name will be on their foreheads. There will be no more night: they will not need the light of a lamp or the light of the sun, for God will be their light, and they will reign for ever and ever. — Revelation 22.4,5


Light of Jesus
Josh Banner

Light of Jesus, dawned upon us
Burn through darkness, Hope to fill us
Where can we go? But to You, oh Lord
Where can we go? But to You, but to You

Creation groans for mercy, oh Son of Man
We groan for our redemption, oh Son of God
You are the light of heaven, our highest hope
Where can we go? But to You, but to You

Light of true Light from the Father
Word made flesh here, walk among us
Where can we go? But to You, oh Lord
Where can we go? But to You, but to You

You are the way to heaven, eternal light
You are the resurrection, our living bread
Your body broken for us, to give us life
Where can we go? 
But to You, oh Lord (x3)
      but to You….


Alleluia. The Lord is risen, alleluia,
as he promised to you.
Alleluia, alleluia.

1 Now, Lord, you let your servant go in peace:
your word has been fulfilled.
2 My own eyes have seen the salvation
which you have prepared in the sight of every people;
3 A light to reveal you to the nations and the glory of your people Israel.
Luke 2.29-32

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

Alleluia. The Lord is risen,
alleluia, as he promised to you.
Alleluia, alleluia.


Intercession & Thanksgiving


Return to Your Rest, My Soul (Ps 116:1-9)  
Mac Meador

Out of darkness, I came 
stumbling, tearful and lame
carried to sunshine,
out past the tree line  

You heard my whimpering cries,
you saw the tears in my eyes 
but you didn't forget me 
or the pain that beset me   

Return to your rest, my soul
for the Lord comes to make you whole 
 

The cords of death wrapped around me 
No light of your life could I see 
For the shackles were binding 
and the darkness was blinding  

I desperately called on your name 
In kindness and love, Lord you came 
You are gracious and righteous 
You bring hope to the lifeless

**Oh, my soul…return to our Lord


In peace we will lie down and sleep;
for you alone, Lord, make us dwell in safety.
Abide with us, Lord Jesus,
for the night is at hand and the day is now past.
As the night watch looks for the morning,
so do we look for you, O Christ.

May the risen Lord Jesus bless us.
May he watch over us and renew us
as he renews the whole of creation.
May our hearts and lives echo his love.
Amen.



Attributions

Liturgy
© 2000 Common Worship: Services and Prayers for the Church of England

Songs

“Oh Death” Adapted from “Oh Death” by Noah Gunderson from the album “Saints and Liars” © 2009 Noah Gunderson Lyrics adapted by The Table Church 2018

“Return To Your Rest, My Soul” Words and music by: Mac Meador © 2018 Mac Meador
(stream at macmeador.bandcamp.com/track/return-to-your-rest-my-soul)

“Depart in Peace” Words: Benedictus from St. Luke 1:68-79 Music by: Ryan Marsh © 2012 Church of the Beloved Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0 Unported License

 
 

Wednesday Midday Prayer (April 15)

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When I Survey the Wondrous Cross

When I survey the wondrous cross
On which the Prince of Glory died
My richest gain I count but loss
And pour contempt on all my pride

See from his head his hands his feet
Sorrow and love flow mingled down
Did e'er such love and sorrow meet
Or thorns compose so rich a crown

Forbid it Lord that I should boast
Save in the death of Christ my God
All the vain things that charm me most
I sacrifice them to his blood

Were the whole realm of nature mine
That were an offering far too small
Love so amazing so divine
Demands my soul my life my all


O God, make speed to save us; 
O Lord, make haste to help us. 

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit;
As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.


PSALM 119:105-112

105 Your word is a lantern to my feet*
and a light upon my path.

106 I have sworn and am steadfastly purposed*
to keep your righteous judgments.

107 I am troubled above measure;*
revive me, O Lord, according to your word.

108 Let the freewill offerings of my mouth please you, O Lord;*
and teach me your judgments.

109 My life is always in my hand,*
yet I do not forget your law.

110 The ungodly have laid a snare for me,*
yet I have not strayed from your commandments.

111 Your testimonies have I claimed as my heritage for ever,*
and why? They are the very joy of my heart.

112 I have applied my heart to fulfill your statutes always,*
even unto the end.

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit; as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end.  Amen.

Psalm 107:1–22

The Word of the Lord. 
Thanks be to God.


I will bless the Lord at all times.
His praise shall continually be in my mouth. 

Lord Have mercy.
Christ, have mercy.
Lord, have mercy.


The Lord’s Prayer

Our Father in heaven,
hallowed be your Name,
your kingdom come, your will be done,
on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us today our daily bread.
And forgive us our sins
as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,
and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power, and the glory
are yours, now and forever.
Amen.


O Lord, hear our prayer;
And let our cry come to you.


What a Beautiful Name

You were the Word at the beginning 
One with God the Lord Most High 
Your hidden glory in creation 
Now revealed in You our Christ 

What a beautiful Name it is 
What a beautiful Name it is 
The Name of Jesus Christ, my King
What a beautiful Name it is 
Nothing compares to 
What a beautiful Name it is 
The Name of Jesus 

You didn’t want heaven without us 
So Jesus, you brought heaven down 
My sin was great, your love was greater 
What could separate us now 

Death could not hold You
The veil tore before You 
You silence the boast of sin and grave 
The heavens are roaring 
The praise of Your glory
For You are raised to life again 

You have no rival 
You have no equal 
Now and forever God you reign 
Yours is the kingdom 
Yours is the glory
Yours is the Name above all names 


Blessing

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



Attributions

The Book of Common Prayer (2019)
 Copyright © 2019 by the Anglican Church in North America

The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®, ESV® Copyright ©2001 by Crossway  All rights reserved worldwide.

When I Survey the Wondrous Cross Words by: Issac Watts, music by: Tim Hughes Copyright © 2007 Thankyou Music CCLI: 5120516

What a Beautiful Name It Is Words and music by: Ben Fielding, Brooke Ligertwood Copyright © 2016 Hillsong Music Publishing Australia CCLI: 7068424

 

 

Tuesday Evening Prayer - Eastertide (April 14)

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*Prep: a journal for lectio, a candle and a pillow for kneeling if desired

Risen One,
we rose today by your mercy,
and we have come to the end of the day by way of your faithfulness.
Let our prayer be set forth in your sight as incense,
And let the lifting up of our hands be an evening sacrifice.

Let us pray with one heart and mind.


Silence is kept (taking 5 deep breaths - 3 count inhale | 5 count exhale)

O Lord, open our lips;
And our mouth shall proclaim your praise.


Poem


Lectio Divina 


Gratitude 

Let us give thanks to God our Creator always and for everything, saying, “We thank you, God.”

For the beauty and wonder of creation,
We thank you, God.

For all that is gracious in the lives of all people, revealing the image of Christ,
We thank you, God.

For our daily food, for our homes and families, community and friends,
We thank you, God.

For minds to think and hearts to love,
We thank you, God.

For health, strength, and skill to work, and for leisure to rest and play,
We thank you, God.

For those who are brave and courageous, patient in suffering and faithful in adversity,
We thank you, God.

For all who pursue peace, justice, and truth,
We thank you, God.

I invite your spoken or silent prayers of gratitude
[together we say] We thank you, God.

For (. . . and) all the saints whose lives have reflected the light of Christ,
We thank you, God.


Open Prayers


As Jesus taught us, so we pray:

The Lord’s Prayer

Our Father in heaven,
hallowed be your Name,
your kingdom come, your will be done,
on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us today our daily bread.
And forgive us our sins
as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,
and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power, and the glory
are yours, now and forever.
Amen.


Blessing:

You keep them in perfect peace whose minds are stayed on you,
because they trust in you.
May your minds be stayed on God tonight.
Trust in God for ever, 
For the Lord God is an everlasting rock.
Amen. 



Attributions

Lectio Divina adapted from The Artist's Rule by Christine Valters Paintner

On Generosity by Walter Brueggemann

Liturgy and Gratitude Litany from The Book of Common Prayer (2019) Copyright © 2019 by the Anglican Church in North America


 

Monday Midday Prayer (April 13)

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O God, make speed to save us; 
O Lord, make haste to help us

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit; 
As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.


 Psalm 121

1  I will lift up my eyes unto the hills; where does my help come from?
2  My help comes from the Lord, who has made heaven and earth.

3  He will not let your foot be moved, and he who keeps you will not sleep.
4  Behold, he who keeps Israel shall neither slumber nor sleep.

5  The Lord himself is your keeper;
the Lord is your defense upon your right hand,
6  So that the sun shall not burn you by day, neither the moon by night.

7  The Lord shall preserve you from all evil;  indeed, it is he who shall keep your soul.
8  The Lord shall preserve your going out and your coming in,  from this time forth for evermore. 

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit;
As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.


Mark 9:2-8

2 After six days Jesus took Peter, James and John with him and led them up a high mountain, where they were all alone. There he was transfigured before them. 3 His clothes became dazzling white, whiter than anyone in the world could bleach them. 4 And there appeared before them Elijah and Moses, who were talking with Jesus.

5 Peter said to Jesus, “Rabbi, it is good for us to be here. Let us put up three shelters—one for you, one for Moses and one for Elijah.” 6 (He did not know what to say, they were so frightened.)

7 Then a cloud appeared and covered them, and a voice came from the cloud: “This is my Son, whom I love. Listen to him!”

8 Suddenly, when they looked around, they no longer saw anyone with them except Jesus.

This is the Word of the Lord. 
Thanks be to God.


I will bless the Lord at all times.
His praise shall continually be in my mouth. 

Lord, have mercy upon us. 
Christ, have mercy upon us.


Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your Name, 
your kingdom come, your will be done,
on earth as it is in heaven. 
Give us today our daily bread. 
And forgive us our sins 
as we forgive those 
who sin against us.
Save us from the time of trial, 
and deliver us from evil. 
For the kingdom, the power, 
and the glory are yours, now and for ever. Amen.

Let us pray. 

PRAYERS

O Lord, hear our prayer;
And let our cry come to you.

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

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

For a person in Trouble or Bereavement
O merciful Father, you have taught us in your holy Word that you do not willingly afflict or grieve the children of men: Look with pity on the sorrows of your servants. Remember them, O Lord, in mercy; nourish their souls with patience; comfort them with a sense of your goodness; lift up your countenance upon them; and give them peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. 

Collect for Easter
Almighty God, who through your only-begotten Son Jesus Christ overcame death and opened to us the gate of everlasting life: Grant that we, who celebrate with joy the day of the Lord’s resurrection, may, by your life-giving Spirit, be delivered from sin and raised from death; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

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

2 corinthians 13:14

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the book of common prayer (2019)
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  The Table - Easter (April 12th 2020)

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Good Grace
People come together
Strange as neighbours
Our blood is one
Children of generations
Of every nation 
Of kingdom come 

So don't let your heart be troubled 
Hold your head up high
Don't fear no evil
Fix your eyes on this one truth 
God is madly in love with you 

So take courage
Hold on
Be strong
Remember where our help comes from 

Jesus, Our redemption
Our salvation
Is in His blood

Jesus, Light of heaven
Friend forever
His kingdom come 

Swing wide all you heavens 
Let the praise go up
As the walls come down
All creation 

Everything with breath 
Repeat the sound
All His children
Clean hands pure hearts 
Good grace good 
His name is Jesus.

How Marvellous
I stand amazed in the presence
Of Jesus the Nazarene
And wonder how He could love me
A sinner condemned unclean

How marvelous, how wonderful
And my song shall ever be
How marvelous, how wonderful
Is my Saviour’s love for me

He took my sins and my sorrows
He made them His very own
He bore the burden to Calvary
And suffered and died alone       

When with the ransomed in glory
His face I at last shall see
‘Twill be my joy through the ages
To sing of His love for me

OPENING WORDS

Who will roll away the stone from his tomb?
The stone has been rolled back! He is not here!

Who is it that you seek?
We seek Jesus of Nazareth, who was crucified.

He is risen! He is not here!
He is risen indeed! Hallelujah!

CONFESSION

Almighty God,
long-suffering and of great goodness:
I confess to you,
I confess with my whole heart
my neglect and forgetfulness of your commandments,
my wrong doing, thinking, and speaking;
the hurts I have done to others,
and the good I have left undone.
O God, forgive me, for I have sinned against you;
and raise me to newness of life;
through Jesus Christ our Lord. 
Amen.

ABSOLUTION

What wondrous Love is This?
What wondrous love is this
That caused the Lord of bliss
To bear the dreadful curse for my soul, for my soul,
To bear the dreadful curse for my soul!

What wondrous love is this, O my soul, O my soul!
What wondrous love is this, O my soul, O my soul!
What wondrous love is this, O my soul!

When I was sinking down
Beneath God’s righteous frown,
Christ laid aside His crown for my soul for my soul,
Christ laid aside His crown for my soul.

When I was sinking down, sinking down, sinking down, 
When I was sinking down, sinking down, sinking down,
When I was sinking down, sinking down…

And when from death I’m free 
I’ll sing His love for me,
And through eternity I’ll sing on, I’ll sing on,
And through eternity I’ll sing on.

And when from death I’m free, I’ll sing on, I’ll sing on; 
And when from death I’m free, I’ll sing on, I’ll sing on;
And when from death I’m free, I’ll sing on.

We adore you, O Christ, and we bless you;
by your holy cross, 
you have redeemed the world.

God chose what is weak in the world to shame the strong.
We adore you, O Christ, and we bless you.

We preach Christ crucified,
the power of God and the wisdom of God.
By your holy cross, 
you have redeemed the world.

God forbid that I should glory,
save in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ.
We adore you, O Christ, and we bless you;
by your holy cross, you have redeemed the world.

All Hail
My God my rock a mighty fortress 
Strong to deliver and rich in love 
I stand in all your promises 
And all you justice true my heart will trust in you

All hail king Jesus 
All hail our God Emmanul
Rejoice let every voice sing 
Yours is the kingdom forever

We worship the lion we worship the lamb 
All praises belong to the one who was slain 
We worship our warrior we crown you as king 
Satan’s defeated he’s under our feet

Reading - Matthew 28:1-10

1 After the Sabbath, at dawn on the first day of the week, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary went to look at the tomb.

2 There was a violent earthquake, for an angel of the Lord came down from heaven and, going to the tomb, rolled back the stone and sat on it. 3 His appearance was like lightning, and his clothes were white as snow. 4 The guards were so afraid of him that they shook and became like dead men.

5 The angel said to the women, “Do not be afraid, for I know that you are looking for Jesus, who was crucified. 6 He is not here; he has risen, just as he said. Come and see the place where he lay. 7 Then go quickly and tell his disciples: ‘He has risen from the dead and is going ahead of you into Galilee. There you will see him.’ Now I have told you.”

8 So the women hurried away from the tomb, afraid yet filled with joy, and ran to tell his disciples. 9 Suddenly Jesus met them. “Greetings,” he said. They came to him, clasped his feet and worshiped him. 10 Then Jesus said to them, “Do not be afraid. Go and tell my brothers to go to Galilee; there they will see me.”

This is the Gospel of the Lord

Praise to you, Lord Christ

WORD: Anna Spray

Sea of Crimson
For every curse, you’re the cure
For every sickness, you’re the healer
For every storm, you’re the calm
For all that’s lost, oh, what a savior

On that cross of calvary
Every burden has been defeated
Every wretched heart redeemed
You drown our sins in seas of crimson
Every wretched heart redeemed
You drown our sins in seas of crimson

Hallelujah death is beaten
Christ has risen from the grave
Hallelujah it is finished
All to you the highest praise

On that day of utmost glory
All of darkness cannot carry
Every shackle will come undone
My solid rock thine is the kingdom
Every shackle will come undone
My solid rock thine is the kingdom

Hallelujah death is beaten
Christ has risen from the grave
Hallelujah it is finished
All to you the highest praise

Hallelujah death is beaten
Christ has risen from the grave
Hallelujah now and forever
All to you the highest praise

Where there was sin your love rushed in
Where sin runs deep your grace runs deeper
For all enslaved the ransom paid
Light of the world, yours is the power

Ezekiel 36:24-28

24 “‘For I will take you out of the nations; I will gather you from all the countries and bring you back into your own land. 25 I will sprinkle clean water on you, and you will be clean; I will cleanse you from all your impurities and from all your idols. 26 I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit in you; I will remove from you your heart of stone and give you a heart of flesh. 27 And I will put my Spirit in you and move you to follow my decrees and be careful to keep my laws. 28 Then you will live in the land I gave your ancestors; you will be my people, and I will be your God.

The Peace
Let us greet each other, in Jesus’ name.
The Lord is Risen!

Prayers (ANDY)

How Deep/In Christ Alone/The Wonderful
Cross/ When I Survey

He should give His only Son
To make a wretch His treasure
How great the pain of searing loss 
The Father turns His face away
As wounds which mar the Chosen One
Bring many sons to glory.

Behold the man upon a cross 
My sin upon His shoulders               
Ashamed I hear my mocking voice  
Call out among the scoffers    
It was my sin that held Him there   
Until it was accomplished   
His dying breath has brought me life  
I know that it is finished.

There in the ground his body lay
Light of the world by darkness slain:
Then bursting forth in glorious day
Up from the grave he rose again!

And as he stands in victory
Sin's curse has lost its grip on me,
For I am his and he is mine
Bought with the precious blood of Christ.

I will not boast in anything  
No gifts no power no wisdom   
But I will boast in Jesus Christ    
His death and resurrection

Why should I gain from his reward  
I cannot give an answer      
But this I know with all my heart      
His wounds have paid my ransom

Why should I gain from his reward  
I cannot give an answer   
But this I know with all my heart  (repeat x3)
His wounds have paid my ransom

O the wonderful cross
O the wonderful cross
Bids me come and die
and find that I may truly live.

O the wonderful cross,
O the wonderful cross
All who gather here
By grace draw near and bless your name

Were the whole realm of nature mine
That were an offering far too small
Love so amazing so divine
Demands my soul my life my all

Blessing 

May God, who is rich in grace, and whose mighty hand conquered death through death, and beat back violence by a cross - may this God bless you, and keep, and bind you to Himself through the peace, the hope, the joy, and the presence of the Holy Spirit, through His Son, our Saviour, Jesus Christ.  AMEN

Living Hope
How great the chasm that lay between us
How high the mountain   I could not climb
In desperation I turned to heaven
And spoke your name into the night
Then through the darkness your loving kindness
Tore through the shadows of my soul
The work is finished the end is written
Jesus Christ my Living Hope

Who could imagine so great a mercy
What heart could fathom    such boundless grace
The God of Ages stepped down from Glory
To wear my sin and bear my shame
The cross has spoken I am forgiven
The King of Kings calls me His own
Beautiful Savior I’m yours forever
Jesus Christ my Living Hope

Hallelujah praise the One who set me free
Hallelujah death has lost its grip on me         
You have broken every chain
There’s salvation in your Name
Jesus Christ my Living Hope

Then came the morning that sealed the promise
Your buried body    began to breathe
Out of the silence the Roaring Lion
Declared the grave has no claim on me

Jesus Yours is the victory

God you are my Living Hope

Benediction

Now go in the strength of Jesus Christ, who is alive and reign s with the Father in the power of the Holy Spirit.
Thanks be to God. hallelujah!

Cornerstone
My hope is built on nothing less
Than Jesus' blood and righteousness
I dare not trust the sweetest frame
But wholly trust in Jesus' name

When darkness seems to hide His face
I rest on His unchanging grace
In every high and stormy gale
My anchor holds within the veil
My anchor holds within the veil 

Christ alone, Cornerstone
Weak made strong, in the Savior's love
Through the storm, He is Lord, Lord of All

When He shall come with trumpet sound
Oh, may I then in Him be found
Dressed in His righteousness alone
Faultless, stand before the throne

Establish the Work of our Hands
If you don’t build it, we labour in vain,
Without Your Spirit, we stand with no strength.
I know my life is passing away,
but the works of Your hands
are what will remain.

Let the favour of the Lord rest upon us…
O Lord, establish the work of our hands!

Teach us to number the length of our days,
Pour out Your power, we’ll pour out Your praise.
Teach us to run, to finish the race,
for only what’s done in love will remain.

Al-le-lu-ia, al-le-luia, al-le-luia

Attributions

The Songs listed below all used by permission. CCLI License #3237733 

Good Grace
Words and Music by Joel Houston
©2018 Hillsong Music Publishing Australia

How Marvelous
Words and Music by Charles Hutchinson Gabriel & Chris Tomlin
© sixsteps Music, Vamos Publishing, worshiptogether.com songs

What Wondrous Love is This
Music by Matt Boswell & Jordan Critz
©2011 Dayspring Music, Third Orbit Publishing.
Not on CCLI: https://newyorkhymns.bandcamp.com/track/what-wondrous-love-is-this-station-14-part-1

All Hail
Words and Music by Daniel Bashta
©2016 Heritage Worship Publishing, Go Forth Sounds

Seas of Crimson
Words and Music by Bobby Strand, Brian Johnson, Daniel Bashta & Joel Taylor
© Heritage Worship Publishing

How Deep the Father’s Love
Words and Music by Stuart Townsend
©1995 Thankyou Music

In Christ Alone
Words and Music by Keith Getty & Stuart Townsend
©2001 Thankyou Music

Wonderful Cross
Words and Music by Chris Tomlin, Isaac Watts, J.D. Walt, Jesse Reeves, Lowell Mason
©2000 sixsteps Music, worshiptogether.com songs

Living Hope
Words and Music by Brian Johnson & Phil Wickham
©2017 Phil Wickham Music, Simply Global Songs, Sing My Songs, Bethel Music Publishing

Cornerstone
Words and Music by Edward Mote, Eric Liljero, Jonas Myrin, Reuben Morgan, William Batchelder Bradbury
©2011 Hillsong Music Publishing Australia

Establish the Works of Our Hands
Words and Music by Aaron Keyes, Elizabeth Vice, Isaac Wardell, Madison Cunningham, Orlando Palmer, Paul Zach, Sandra McCracken
©Hymns from The Porter’s Gate, Porter’s Gate Publications

 Good Friday (April 10)

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As For His Hunting   Mac Meador & Table Church Music

As for his hunting, he hunts for souls
He draws together the flocks opposed

The leader, he led us,
we put on his great mantle.
Those hands of Thine, they are wounded.
Those feet of Thine, they are wounded
Thy blood, why is it streaming?
Thy blood was shed for us.

This holy life, do we hunt for it?
This holy One, do we hunt for him?
This holy death, he hunts for souls
Thy blood was shed for us


The Passover Song   Caroline Cobb & Sean Carter

There’s a promise in our veins
But it’s faded by all these years in chains
Send a prophet, send the plagues
That by sunrise we will no more be slaves

Take the lamb, take the blood
And paint it on our doorways
At night death will come but pass us by
This is all our hope and peace

In the morning we will rise
Taste the freedom we thought we’d never find
We will dance now in the streets
Once held captive now we shall live as kings
Lift your head, your voice
And sing of your salvation
Of the blood of the lamb that gave us life
Now by this we’ll overcome
Now by this we’ll reach our home

There’s a poison in our veins
And it leads to death we cannot escape
Send a ransom a perfect Son
Remedy the curse with His precious blood
And the Lamb that will come
His cross will be our doorway
And the red of His blood will make us white
And daughters and sons 
rejoice in resurrection
And death swallowed up in endless life
Glory, glory this I sing
All my praise for this I bring
Naught of good that I have done
Nothing but the blood of Jesus


O when will the Saviour extend    Charles Wesley & Table Church Music
The arms of His mercy to me
The days of my pilgrimage end
My soul from it’s prison set free?
When will the dear moment arrive
Which long have I pined for in vain
and still I would die to revive
and suffer with Jesus to reign
with Jesus to reign...


To mourn and to suffer is mine
While bound in a prison I breathe
and still for deliverance pine
and press to the issues of death
What now with my tears I bedew
O might I this moment become
My spirit created anew
My flesh be consigned to the tomb
consigned to the tomb...

Come now and rescue I pray
For this, and for nothing beside
Make ready, and bear me away
Thy weary disconsolate bride
The days of my mourning and pain
Cut short, and in pity set free
And give me to rest, and to reign
Forever and ever in thee.
Forever in thee...



Opening Prayer

Almighty Father, look with mercy on your family for which our Lord Jesus Christ gave himself up to be betrayed and was given up into the hands of sinners and to suffer death upon the cross;

As a man of sorrows and acquainted with grief your only Son was lifted up that he might draw the whole world to himself. Today, may we walk in the way of the cross and always be ready to share its weight, declaring your love for all the world. 

Blessed be God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit.
Blessed be God for ever.



Merciful God      Table Church Music

Your Son came to free us from Our sin
Overcoming death and rising in triumph
That We who are redeemed by His Blood
Be made ready to meet You face to face
This we ask for Jesus’ sake. 


Agnus Dei     Martin Reardon

Jesus Lamb of God
Who takes away the sins of the world
Have mercy on us Have mercy on us

Lord have mercy
Christ have mercy
Lord have mercy on us

Jesus Lamb of God
Who takes away the sins of the world
O grant us Your peace O grant us Your peace

Lord have mercy
Christ have mercy
Lord have mercy on us


Confession

Christ himself carried up our sins in his body to the tree, so that, free from sins,
we might live for righteousness; by his wounds we have been healed.
O God, you know our foolishness and our sins are not hidden from you:
Lord, have mercy. Lord, have mercy.

Let not the flood overwhelm us 
nor the depths swallow us up; 
do not let the pit shut its mouth upon us: 
Christ, have mercy. Christ, have mercy.

Hear us, O Lord, as your loving kindness is good; turn to us as your compassion is great: 
Lord, have mercy.  Lord, have mercy.



Reflection


Mark 14:32-42



Take Us, Oh Lord   James Isaac Wardell

O how He takes the cross
O how He lifts it up
To take the weight from us
O how He pays the cost
O how He drinks the cup
To make a place for us

Take us O Lord and all we have known
Shape us O Lord and form us into your own
Take every heart and know every sin
Break us O Lord that we may be whole again

Hear how He breaks the curse
Hear how He cries aloud
Hear how His voice resounds
O how He forms the words
O how He cries them out
"See, It is finished now"

How deep the wounds He wears
How dark the scars He shows
How well the name He knows
Written upon His palms
O what a name to find
That name before Him mine!

Take us O Lord and all we have known
Shape us O Lord and form us into your own
Take every heart and know every sin
Break us O Lord that we may be whole again (x3)




When I survey the wondrous cross    Isaac Watts
On which the Prince of glory died
My richest gain I count but loss
And pour contempt on all my pride

Forbid it Lord, that I should boast
Save in the death of Christ my God
All the vain things that charm me most
I sacrifice them to His blood

See, from His head, His hands, His feet
Sorrow and love flow mingled down
Did e’er such love and sorrow meet
Or thorns compose so rich a crown?

Were the  whole realm of nature mine
That were a present far too small
Love so amazing, so divine
Demands my soul, my life, my all




Mark 14:43-50




We have broken bread with you, Lord. We have vowed our solidarity come what may.
We did not listen. We did not know you.
We have not trusted you. We have trusted ourselves.
But we are unreliable. And you…they say you went without a fight…




He Never Said a Mumblin’ Word    Hal H. Hopson

They led him to Pilate’s bar
Not a word, not a word, not a word

Mark 15:12-14

They all cried, “crucify him!”...

Mark 15:16-20

They mocked him, and called him king...

Mark 15:21-26


They nailed Him to the tree..

Mark 15:27-32


He hung His head and died…


We have ignored evil and turned our heads away from suffering.
We did not go. We closed our eyes. 
We did not see.


Were You There?    Public Domain

Were you there when they crucified my Lord?
Were you there when they crucified my Lord?
Sometimes it causes me to tre — mble …. 
Were you there when they crucified my Lord?

Were you there when they nailed Him to the tree?
Sometimes I feel like shouting oh, my God!….
Were you there when they nailed Him to the tree

Mark 15:33-39


Were you there when they pierced Him in the side?
(Sometimes it causes me to tre — mble …)

Were you there when He breathed His last sigh?
(Sometimes I feel like shouting oh, my God!….)

Were you there when the sun refused to shine? 
Were you there when the sun refused to shine?
Sometimes it causes me to tre — mble …

Sometimes I feel like shouting oh, my God!….

Were you there when they crucified my Lord?


Oh Death    Noah Gunderson & Table Church Music

When death and all his angels caught Him
He cried out, oh He cried out

When death and all his angels caught Him
He called out, oh He called out

Father where are You?
You are hidden from my view
I'm feeling so alone
This is a cross, not a throne
Father where are You?

On the wood that he was pinned to
He bled out, He bled out

On the wood that he was pinned to
He cried out out, He cried out

Forgive them, I pray
For they know not who they slay
Even as I bear this weight
Forgive them all their hate
Forgive them, I pray (x2)

Oh death, oh death
You took our King

It's the end of the line
There's not more time
He had to go it alone
So we could come home
Is this the end of the line? (x2)

Oh death, Oh death
where is Christ our King?



Our expectations have been destroyed. 
Where is God?
Where is there any hope left for us?


Death Will Soon Disrobe Us All John Leland & Jared McKenna

The day is past and gone
The evening shades appear
May we all remember well
The night of death is near
We lay our garments by; 
Upon our beds to rest

So death will soon disrobe us all (4x)
Of what we here possess

The day is long past gone
The evening guards draw near
Jesus knows all too well; 
His hour of death is here
He prays with an anxious sigh
For His Father’s will

He walked the length of the road
and it lead to the cross
He shared in the life that we have
and it lead to his death


Oh God, Where are You Now?    Sufjan Stevens
Oh God, hold me now 
O Lord, Touch me now
There’s no other man who could raise the dead
So do what you can to anoint my head

Oh God, Where are You now?
Oh Lord, Save somehow
The devil is hard on my face again
The world is a hundred to one again

Oh God, hold me now
Oh God, touch me now
There’s no other man who could save the dead
There’s no other God to place ahead
There’s no other man who could raise the dead
So do what You can to anoint my head

Oh God, where are you now?
Oh Lord, save somehow

Oh, my God, Who will come to save?
Oh, my God, will You come to save?



Prayer of the Cross

O Lord Jesus Christ, Son of the living God,
set your passion, cross and death between
your judgement and our souls,
now and in the hour of our death.
Grant mercy and grace to the living,
rest to the departed, to your Church
peace and concord and to us sinners forgiveness,
and everlasting life and glory; for, with the Father
and the Holy Spirit, you are alive and reign,
God, now and for ever. Amen.


Mark 15:42-47


Where is there any hope left for us?
The stone is too large. Who will move it for us?

(Silence is Kept)

The Day He Passed Away…  Koko Relleve - Table Church Music

As darkness reaches day 
with trouble and dismay
When death leads to decay 
And all in silence lay
The day He passed away...

When sin is at it’s peak 
And sorrow takes the weak
When hope seems out of reach
And the pain, O, the pain goes deep
The day He passed away...


Away, My Unbelieving Fear   Charles Wesley & Jason Pipkin
Fear shall in my no more have place
My savior doth not yet appear
He hides the brightness of His face

Away, away, away, away (4x)

But shall I therefore let Him go,
And basely to the tempter yield?
No in the strength of Jesus, no!
I never will give up my shield.  Away… 

Away, away, away, away (4x)

He cried out for our sake…humble to the grave
The day He passed away...


End in Silence 



Attributions:

Liturgy
Common Worship: Services and Prayers for the Church of England
Church House PublishingCopyright ©2000 The Archbishops’ Council

Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV® 
Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc.®  
All rights reserved worldwide.

As For His Hunting
Words and music by: Mac Meador, words adapted and expanded by The Table
Copyright ©2018 Mac Meador

The Passover Song 
Words and music by: Caroline Cobb  and Sean Carter 
Copyright ©2013 Caroline Cobb Smith, Sean Carter. 
CCLI: 6533865

Oh When Will the Saviour Extend?
Words by Charles Wesley, Music by Koko Relleve
Copyright 2013 The Table Church Music

Merciful God
Copyright ©2012 Table Church 

Agnus Dei
Words and music by: Martin Reardon
Trinity Atlanta
Used by Permission

Take Us, O Lord
Words and music by: James Isaac Wardell
Copyright ©2013 Bifrost Arts

When I Survey the Wondrous Cross
Words and music by: Issac Watts
Public Domain

He Never Said a Mumblin’ Word
Words and music by: Hal H. Hopson
Copyright ©1976 The Sacred Music Press
CCLI: 429943

Were You There When They Crucified My Lord?
Public Domain

Oh Death
Words and music by: Noah Gundersen, words adapted and expanded by The Table
Copyright ©2009 Noah Gundersen

The Day Is Past and Gone
Words by: John Leland, music by: Jered McKenna
Copyright ©2013 New York Hymns

Oh God, Where Are You Now?
Words and music by: Sufjan Stevens
Copyright ©2003 Asthmatic Kitty

The Day He Passed Away
Words and music by: Koko Relleve
Copyright ©2013 The Table Church Music

Away My Unbelieving Fear
Words by Charles Wesley, music by Jason Pipkin
Copyright ©2013 New York Hymns

 Maundy Thursday of Holy Week (April 9)

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There will be lots of singing tomorrow at our Good Friday service, but tonight is a service of the Word – scripture and prayer, as we look at God’s events throughout history to heal and save his people.

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Child: What happened on this night?

This is the night that Christ the Son of Man gathered with his disciples in the Upper Room.
This is the night that Christ our Lord and Master took a towel and washed his disciples’ feet, calling us to love one another as he has loved us.

This is the night that Christ our God gave us his holy feast, that we who eat his bread and drink his cup may proclaim his perfect sacrifice.
This is the night that Christ the Lamb of God gave himself into the hands of those who would put him to death.

Blessed be our God now and for ever. Amen.

 The Lord be with you.
And with your spirit.
Let us pray. 

Almighty Father, whose most dear Son, on the night before he suffered death, instituted the Sacrament of his Body and Blood: Mercifully grant that we may receive it in thankful remembrance of Jesus Christ our Saviour, who in these holy mysteries gave us a pledge of eternal life; and who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.


Exodus 12:1-28 (adapted) The Message

1-10 God said to Moses and Aaron while still in Egypt, “This month is to be the first month of the year for you. Address the whole community of Israel; tell them that on the tenth of this month each man is to take a lamb for his family. Your lamb must be a healthy male, one year old. Keep it penned until the fourteenth day of this month and then slaughter it—the entire community of Israel will do this—at dusk. Then take some of the blood and smear it on the two doorposts and the lintel of the houses.

You are to eat the meat, roasted in the fire, that night, along with bread, made without yeast, and bitter herbs. Don’t leave any of it until morning. 11 “And here is how you are to eat it: Be fully dressed with your sandals on and your stick in your hand. Eat in a hurry; it’s the Passover to God.

12-13 “I will go through the land of Egypt on this night and strike down every firstborn in the land of Egypt, and bring judgment on all the gods of Egypt. I am God. The blood will serve as a sign on the houses where you live. When I see the blood I will pass over you—no disaster will touch you when I strike the land of Egypt.

14-16 “This will be a memorial day for you; you will celebrate it as a festival to God down through the generations, a fixed festival celebration to be observed always. You will eat unraised bread for seven days. The first and the seventh days are set aside as holy; do no work on those days.

17-20 “Keep the Festival of Unraised Bread! This marks the exact day I brought you out in force from the land of Egypt. 21 Moses assembled all the elders of Israel. 24-27 “Keep this word. It’s the law for you and your children, forever. When you enter the land which God will give you as he promised, keep doing this. And when your children say to you, ‘Why are we doing this?’ tell them: ‘It’s the Passover-sacrifice to God who passed over the homes of the Israelites in Egypt when he hit Egypt with death but rescued us.’” The people bowed and worshiped. 28 The Israelites then went and did what God had commanded Moses and Aaron. They did it all.


Child: Why do we read this story?

This is the story of the first Passover, the festival Jesus was celebrating with his friends before he went to the cross. The people of Israel observed this feast each year in remembrance of God rescuing them from slavery in Egypt.
In a similar way, we observe the season of Lent, followed by Holy Week to remember God rescuing us from the slavery and stain of sin.
His redemption on the cross has set us free.

Blessed are you, Lord our God, King of the universe.


Mark 14:12 – 16 (NIV)

12 On the first day of the Festival of Unleavened Bread, when it was customary to sacrifice the Passover lamb, Jesus’ disciples asked him, “Where do you want us to go and make preparations for you to eat the Passover?” 13 So he sent two of his disciples, telling them, “Go into the city, and a man carrying a jar of water will meet you. Follow him. 14 Say to the owner of the house he enters, ‘The Teacher asks: Where is my guest room, where I may eat the Passover with my disciples?’ 15 He will show you a large room upstairs, furnished and ready. Make preparations for us there.” 16 The disciples left, went into the city and found things just as Jesus had told them. So they prepared the Passover.
Child: Why did Jesus die?

As Christians, we understand that Jesus was the perfect lamb whose blood was shed for us.
Blessed are you, Lord our God, King of the universe.


1Peter 1:18-21 (NIV)

18 For you know that it was not with perishable things such as silver or gold that you were redeemed from the empty way of life handed down to you from your ancestors, 19 but with the precious blood of Christ, a lamb without blemish or defect. 20 He was chosen before the creation of the world, but was revealed in these last times for your sake. 21 Through him you believe in God, who raised him from the dead and glorified him, and so your faith and hope are in God.

Our life has been bought with a price, the life of our Saviour Jesus. Blessed are you, Lord our God, King of the universe.


Matthew 26:20-30 (adapted) NIV

20 When evening came, Jesus was reclining at the table with the Twelve. 21 And while they were eating, he said, “Truly I tell you, one of you will betray me.” They were very sad and began to say to him one after the other, “Surely you don’t mean me, Lord?”

23 Jesus replied, “The one who has dipped his hand into the bowl with me will betray me. 24 The Son of Man will go just as it is written about him. But woe to that man who betrays the Son of Man! It would be better for him if he had not been born.” Then Judas, the one who would betray him, said, “Surely you don’t mean me, Rabbi?” Jesus answered, “You have said so.”

26 While they were eating, Jesus took bread, and when he had given thanks, he broke it and gave it to his disciples, saying, “Take and eat; this is my body.”

27 Then he took a cup, and when he had given thanks, he gave it to them, saying, “Drink from it, all of you. 28 This is my blood of the covenant, which is poured out for many for the forgiveness of sins. 29 I tell you, I will not drink from this fruit of the vine from now on until that day when I drink it new with you in my Father’s kingdom.”

30 When they had sung a hymn, they went out to the Mount of Olives.


Child: What do we celebrate over the next 3 days?

For the days leading up to Jesus’ resurrection, we remember the reasons Jesus submitted himself to dying on the cross:

He came to sanctify us as God’s people,
those who are brought out for a special purpose.
He delivered us from sin, just as God once delivered his people Israel from slavery.
His death brings us freedom.

He came to redeem, to pay for the cost of our sin.
He has taken our debt upon himself and we have been brought into His kingdom.

And finally, he came to adopt us as his own, to take us in as his people, affirming His kingship over us and making us citizens of His eternal kingdom.

Blessed are you, Lord our God, King of the universe.


Let us pray…Gracious Father, with great love and compassion you came down to earth in order to save us. Christ our Redeemer, through your passion you became acquainted with our grief and carried our sorrows. This night, help us to fellowship with you in your sufferings. May we glory in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, in whom is our salvation, life and resurrection. All honor and glory is yours, almighty Father, now and forever.
Amen.

Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name.
Your kingdom come, your will be done,
on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us today our daily bread
and forgive us our sins as we forgive those who sin against us.
Lead us not into temptation
but deliver us from evil,
For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours, now and for ever. Amen.

Lord, thank you for our redemption story, a story written throughout the ages.
Thank you for your love which sought to save us before we knew you.
As we look to you this night, may our faith produce good fruit so we may share in your Kingdom.
Amen


*Households and families feel free to log off and proceed with the foot-washing at home. Singles, stay on with us and let’s pray together.

 

A New Commandment: Foot Washing – At Home(From The Book of Common Prayer – ACNA 2019)

 Fellow servants of our Lord Jesus Christ: On the night before his death, Jesus set an example for his disciples by washing their feet, an act of humble service. He taught that strength and growth in the life of the kingdom of God come not by wordly power and authority, but by humble service.

If you wish, read

John 13:1-17:13 

1 It was just before the Passover Festival. Jesus knew that the hour had come for him to leave this world and go to the Father. Having loved his own who were in the world, he loved them to the end.

The evening meal was in progress, and the devil had already prompted Judas, the son of Simon Iscariot, to betray Jesus. Jesus knew that the Father had put all things under his power, and that he had come from God and was returning to God; so he got up from the meal, took off his outer clothing, and wrapped a towel around his waist. After that, he poured water into a basin and began to wash his disciples’ feet, drying them with the towel that was wrapped around him.

He came to Simon Peter, who said to him, “Lord, are you going to wash my feet?”

Jesus replied, “You do not realize now what I am doing, but later you will understand.”

“No,” said Peter, “you shall never wash my feet.”

Jesus answered, “Unless I wash you, you have no part with me.”

“Then, Lord,” Simon Peter replied, “not just my feet but my hands and my head as well!”

10 Jesus answered, “Those who have had a bath need only to wash their feet; their whole body is clean. And you are clean, though not every one of you.” 11 For he knew who was going to betray him, and that was why he said not every one was clean.

12 When he had finished washing their feet, he put on his clothes and returned to his place. “Do you understand what I have done for you?” he asked them. 13 “You call me ‘Teacher’ and ‘Lord,’ and rightly so, for that is what I am. 14 Now that I, your Lord and Teacher, have washed your feet, you also should wash one another’s feet. 15 I have set you an example that you should do as I have done for you. 16 Very truly I tell you, no servant is greater than his master, nor is a messenger greater than the one who sent him. 17 Now that you know these things, you will be blessed if you do them.


Let us follow the example of our Master Jesus, remembering his words that what will be done for you is also to be done by you to others.

We must engrave on our hearts and mirror in our actions Jesus’ words: “A servant is not greater than his master, nor is one who is sent greater than the one who sent him. If you know these things, blessed are you if you do them.”

The Lord Jesus, rising from supper, laid aside his outer garments, took a towel, and washed his disciples’ feet. Then he said to them, “Do you understand what I have done to you? If I then, your Lord and Teacher, have washed your feet, you also ought to wash one another’s feet.”    John 13:12,14

 

Have each house member take turns washing each other’s feet with water. In families, parents can start, showing kids how to do it, then kids can take a turn washing their parents’ or siblings feet. Make sure every person gets their feet washed once. Have a chair positioned in the middle and each person takes a turn sitting in it while their feet are washed.

 After the foot washing is completed, have someone read the following scripture followed by the short prayer:

A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another: just as I have loved you, you also are to love one another.                                     John 13:34

Lord, may we love each other as you have loved us. Amen.

Sing the doxology together:

Praise God from whom all blessings flow
Praise Him all creatures here below
Praise Him above ye heavenly hosts
Praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost
Amen.

 

Wednesday Midday Prayer (April 8)

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The Christ, Our Light

When all was dark and without dawn 
You gave us light, you sent your Son
The Christ, the Christ, he shines, he shines 
The Christ, the Christ, he shines, he shines 
And drives all dark away, away 
You drive all dark away, away 

When we were enemies of the cross 
When we were dead in sin, so lost 

The Christ, the Christ, he died, he died 
The Christ, the Christ, he died, he died 
To drive our sin away, away 
Come and take our sin away, away
Lord have mercy, Christ have mercy, Lord have mercy


O God, make speed to save us; 
O Lord, make haste to help us. 

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit;
As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.


PSALM 124

1 If the Lord himself had not been on our side, now may Israel say:*
if the Lord himself had not been on our side, when men rose up against us,

2 Then would they have swallowed us up alive,*
when they were so wrathfully displeased with us;

3 Then the waters would have drowned us, and the torrent gone over us;*
then the raging waters would have gone clean over us.

4 But praised be the Lord,*
who has not given us over to be prey for their teeth.

5 We escaped like a bird out of the snare of the fowler;*
the snare is broken, and we have been delivered.

6 Our help is in the Name of the Lord,*
the maker of heaven and earth.

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit; as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end.  Amen.

Psalm 90

1 Lord, you have been our dwelling place
in all generations.
2 Before the mountains were brought forth,
or ever you had formed the earth and the world,
from everlasting to everlasting you are God.

3 You return man to dust
and say, “Return, O children of man!”

4 For a thousand years in your sight
are but as yesterday when it is past,
or as a watch in the night.

5 You sweep them away as with a flood; they are like a dream,
like grass that is renewed in the morning:

6 in the morning it flourishes and is renewed;
in the evening it fades and withers.

7 For we are brought to an end by your anger;
by your wrath we are dismayed.

8 You have set our iniquities before you,
our secret sins in the light of your presence.

9 For all our days pass away under your wrath;
we bring our years to an end like a sigh.

10 The years of our life are seventy,
or even by reason of strength eighty;

yet their span is but toil and trouble;
they are soon gone, and we fly away.

11 Who considers the power of your anger,
and your wrath according to the fear of you?

12 So teach us to number our days
that we may get a heart of wisdom.

13 Return, O LORD! How long?
Have pity on your servants!

14 Satisfy us in the morning with your steadfast love,
that we may rejoice and be glad all our days.

15 Make us glad for as many days as you have afflicted us,
and for as many years as we have seen evil.

16 Let your work be shown to your servants,
and your glorious power to their children.

17 Let the favor of the Lord our God be upon us,
and establish the work of our hands upon us;
yes, establish the work of our hands! 

The Word of the Lord. 
Thanks be to God.


I will bless the Lord at all times.
His praise shall continually be in my mouth. 

Lord Have mercy.
Christ, have mercy.
Lord, have mercy.


The Lord’s Prayer

Our Father in heaven,
hallowed be your Name,
your kingdom come, your will be done,
on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us today our daily bread.
And forgive us our sins
as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,
and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power, and the glory
are yours, now and forever.
Amen.


Let us pray.

O Almighty God, who in your wrath sent a plague upon your own people in the wilderness for their obstinate rebellion against Moses and Aaron, and also in the time of King David, sent a plague of pestilence which killed seventy thousand, but remembering your mercy spared the rest: have pity upon us miserable sinners, who now are visited with great sickness and mortality; and in the same way that you then accepted an atonement and commanded the destroying Angel to cease from punishing: so it may now please you to withdraw from us this plague and grievous sickness, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

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

Let us bless the Lord.
Thanks be to God.


Oh How We Need You

Lord we find you in the seeking
Lord we find you in the doubt
And to know you is to love you
And to know so little else 

We need you
Oh how we need you 

Lord we find you in the morning
Lord we see you every day
Let our lives be for your glory
Woven in your threads of grace 

Light glorious light
We will go there where you shine
Break the dawn, crack the skies
Make the way bright before us
In your light, we will find
What we need, what we need is you


Blessing

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



Attributions

Liturgy

The Book of Common Prayer (2019)
Copyright © 2019 by the Anglican Church in North America

The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®, ESV® 
Copyright ©2001 by Crossway  
All rights reserved worldwide.

The Christ, Our Light
Words and Music: Martin Reardon
Trinity Atlanta
Used by Permission

Oh How We Need You”
Words and music by: David Leonard, Leslie Jordan, Paul Mabury, Stuart Garrard
© 2012 Integrity's Alleluia! Music, Integrity’s Praise Music, So Essential Tunes, Spirit Nashville Three, Stugio Music Publishing

 
 

Holy Tuesday Evening Prayer (April 7)

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*Prep: a journal for lectio, a candle and a pillow for kneeling if desired

Shepherding One, 
You have been our help during the day and you promise to be with us at night.
Receive this prayer as a sign of our trust in you. 
Save us from all evil, keep us from harm, and lead us in your way. 
We belong to you, Lord. Protect us by the power of your name,
In Jesus Christ we pray. 
Amen.

Opening Poem

Lectio Divina on John 12:20-29
Some Greeks Wish to See Jesus

20 Now among those who went up to worship at the festival were some Greeks. 21 They came to Philip, who was from Bethsaida in Galilee, and said to him, “Sir, we wish to see Jesus.” 22 Philip went and told Andrew; then Andrew and Philip went and told Jesus. 23 Jesus answered them, “The hour has come for the Son of Man to be glorified. 24 Very truly, I tell you, unless a grain of wheat falls into the earth and dies, it remains just a single grain; but if it dies, it bears much fruit. 25 Those who love their life lose it, and those who hate their life in this world will keep it for eternal life. 26 Whoever serves me must follow me, and where I am, there will my servant be also. Whoever serves me, the Father will honor.

Jesus Speaks about His Death

27 “Now my soul is troubled. And what should I say—‘Father, save me from this hour’? No, it is for this reason that I have come to this hour. 28 Father, glorify your name.” Then a voice came from heaven, “I have glorified it, and I will glorify it again.” 29 The crowd standing there heard it and said that it was thunder.

Kneeling:
Lord, have mercy.
Christ, have mercy. 
Lord, have mercy. 

Prayers:
In your mercy, God, hear our prayers.

Rising:
Lord Have mercy.
Christ, have mercy.
Lord, have mercy.

Declaration of Faith:
We believe and trust in God the Father Almighty. We believe and trust in Jesus Christ, God’s Son. We believe and trust in the Holy Spirit. We believe and Trust in the Three in One.

As Jesus taught us, so we pray:

The Lord’s Prayer

Our Father in heaven,
hallowed be your Name,
your kingdom come, your will be done,
on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us today our daily bread.
And forgive us our sins
as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,
and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power, and the glory
are yours, now and forever.
Amen.

Blessing:

A bedtime liturgy for small children… and adults alike 

 

Parent (Leader): Did God make you?
Child (/Person): Yes.
Parent: Does God love you?
Child: Yes.
Parent: Will God always protect you?
Child: Yes.
Parent: Even more than I (anyone) can? 
Child: Yes.
Parent: You’re right. Now rest in the peace that the one who made the stars knows your name, and will always love and care for you. 




Attributions

Liturgy adapted from Common Prayer: A Liturgy for Ordinary Radicals, Tuesday Evening Prayer pg. 33-35
Opening call to prayer from Ruth Haley Barton’s Invitation To Retreat: The Gift and Necessity of Time  Away With God, pgs. 133 and 140
Bedtime Liturgy from  The Common Rule

 
 

Monday Midday Prayer (April 6)

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O God, make speed to save us; 
O Lord, make haste to help us

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit; 
As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.


 Psalm 119

105 Your word is a lantern to my feet
and a light upon my path. 
106 I have sworn and am steadfastly purposed
to keep your righteous judgments. 
107 I am troubled above measure;
revive me, O Lord, according to your word. 

108  Let the freewill offerings of my mouth please you, O Lord; 
and teach me your judgments. 
109  My life is always in my hand,
yet I do not forget your law. 
110  The ungodly have laid a snare for me,
yet I have not strayed from your commandments.

111  Your testimonies have I claimed as my heritage for ever,
and why? They are the very joy of my heart. 
112  I have applied my heart to fulfill your statutes always, 
even unto the end.

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit;
As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.


Mark 4:35-41

35 That day when evening came, he said to his disciples, “Let us go over to the other side.” 36 Leaving the crowd behind, they took him along, just as he was, in the boat. There were also other boats with him. 37 A furious squall came up, and the waves broke over the boat, so that it was nearly swamped. 38 Jesus was in the stern, sleeping on a cushion. The disciples woke him and said to him, “Teacher, don’t you care if we drown?”

39 He got up, rebuked the wind and said to the waves, “Quiet! Be still!” Then the wind died down and it was completely calm.

40 He said to his disciples, “Why are you so afraid? Do you still have no faith?”

41 They were terrified and asked each other, “Who is this? Even the wind and the waves obey him!”

This is the Word of the Lord. 
Thanks be to God.


I will bless the Lord at all times.
His praise shall continually be in my mouth. 

Lord, have mercy upon us. 
Christ, have mercy upon us.


Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your Name, 
your kingdom come, your will be done,
on earth as it is in heaven. 
Give us today our daily bread. 
And forgive us our sins 
as we forgive those 
who sin against us.
Save us from the time of trial, 
and deliver us from evil. 
For the kingdom, the power, 
and the glory are yours, now and for ever. Amen.


O Lord, hear our prayer;
And let our cry come to you.

Let us pray. 

PRAYERS

For the Church
For those Who Serve Others
For those Afflicted with Mental Suffering

Collect for Holy Monday
Almighty God, whose most dear Son went not up to joy but first he suffered pain, and entered not into glory before he was crucified: Mercifully grant that we, walking in the way of the Cross, may find it none other than the way of life and peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. 

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

2 corinthians 13:14

Attributions:

Liturgy
the book of common prayer (2019)
Copyright © 2019 by the Anglican Church in North America 

Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV® Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc.®  All rights reserved worldwide.


 
 

Sunday Evening Prayer (April 5) - Palm Sunday

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We Abide in You   Porter’s Gate

We are the vineyard You have panted
Tend our leaves and wildest branches,
We abide, we abide in You (x2)
Fruit growing from our strength and labour
Rain on us with grace and favour, 
We abide, we abide in you (x2)

Where can my soul findliving water?
Apart from You we bear no fruit!
O plant my feet down by the river
We abide, we abide in you.


Return to Your Rest, My Soul (Ps 116:1-9)    Mac Meador

Out of darkness, I came
Stumbling, tearful and lame
Carried to sunshine
Out past the tree line

You heard my whimpering cries
you saw the tears in my eyes
but you didn't forget me
or the pain that beset me

Return to your rest, my soul
for the Lord comes to make you whole

The cords of death wrapped around me
No light of your life could I see
For the shackles were binding
and the darkness was blinding

I desperately called on your name
In kindness and love, Lord you came
You are gracious and righteous
You bring hope to the lifeless

Oh my soul return to our Lord


O Lord, open our lips 
And our mouth shall proclaim your praise .

O God, make speed to save us; 
O Lord, make haste to help us. 

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit;
As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, 
world without end. Amen. 

Praise the Lord. 
The Lord's Name be praised!


THE APOSTLE’S CREED

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

We believe in Jesus Christ, 
his only Son, our Lord. 
He was conceived by the Holy Spirit 
and born of the Virgin Mary. 
He suffered under Pontius Pilate, 
was crucified, died, and was buried.
He descended into 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.

We 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.


Prayer to the Trinity   Peter’s Branch

My hope is the Father, my refuge is the Son
my shelter is the Holy Spirit (x3)

Oh, Holy Trinity (x3)

Glory to You (x2)


Matthew 21:1-11

1 As they approached Jerusalem and came to Bethphage on the Mount of Olives, Jesus sent two disciples, 2 saying to them, “Go to the village ahead of you, and at once you will find a donkey tied there, with her colt by her. Untie them and bring them to me. 3 If anyone says anything to you, say that the Lord needs them, and he will send them right away.”

4 This took place to fulfill what was spoken through the prophet:

5 “Say to Daughter Zion,
    ‘See, your king comes to you,
gentle and riding on a donkey,
    and on a colt, the foal of a donkey.’”

6 The disciples went and did as Jesus had instructed them. 7 They brought the donkey and the colt and placed their cloaks on them for Jesus to sit on. 8 A very large crowd spread their cloaks on the road, while others cut branches from the trees and spread them on the road. 9 The crowds that went ahead of him and those that followed shouted,

“Hosanna to the Son of David!”
“Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord!”
“Hosanna in the highest heaven!”

10 When Jesus entered Jerusalem, the whole city was stirred and asked, “Who is this?”
11 The crowds answered, “This is Jesus, the prophet from Nazareth in Galilee.”

This is the Gospel of Christ
Praise to you, O Christ


Homily & Discussion


Psalm 46    Jenny & Tyler

The Lord is my refuge and strength 
Therefore i will not be afraid
Though the mountains give way
And fall into the sea,
He will come and rescue me

The Lord comes to me at break of day
He reaches down to guide me in His way
Though the oceans roar 
In this dark and stormy sea 
He will come and rescue me

Hallelujah, He is with me
Hallelujah, we cannot be moved
Hallelujah, He is with me
Hallelujah, I rest secure

Be still and know that He is God
He will be exalted over all
Come and behold, His strength and majesty
Yet He will come and rescue me


Brother

When I look into the face of my enemy 
I see my Brother, I see my Brother (repeat)

Forgiveness is the garment of our courage
The pow’r to make the peace we long to know
Open up our eyes to see the wounds that bind all humankind
May our shutter hearts greet the dawn of life with charity and Love


Declaration of God’s Forgiveness


My Help My God    Sandra McCracken

Why are you so full of heaviness?  
Why are you disquieted within?  
O my soul, O my soul   
As the deer longs for the water brooks  
So my soul it longs, it thirsts for you  
O my God, O my God   

Put your trust in God,
I will yet give thanks to him (x3)
My help, my God   

Deep calls unto deep like ocean waves,  
All your floods and rapids on me break  
Oh my soul, O my soul   
I will say unto my God, my strength,  

“How is it you have forgotten me?  
O how long? O how long?”

Yahweh grants his kindness in the day  
Through the night his song, it is with me.  
Oh my God, O my God… 


Prayers
Lord, in Your mercy,
Hear our prayer

As our Saviour taught us, so we pray

Our Father in heaven,
hallowed be your Name,
your kingdom come,
your will be done,
on earth as it is in heaven,

Give us today our daily bread.
And forgive us our sins
as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,
and deliver us from evil.
For the kingdom, the power,
and the glory are yours,
now and forever. Amen.


Hesed Ghost Ship

You will be our God and, we will be your people
You have made this covenant with us
There's nowhere we could run that we could escape you
We cannot break your love

Your lovingkindness, your long-suffering
And your faithfulness in your love for me
Unconditional, steadfast, loyal, true
You are faithful in your love for me

Immovable Hesed is our firm foundation
A love securely bound in covenant
You've sealed it with your blood
And though we pull against it
We cannot break your love

You are faithful, in your love for me (x2)


BLESSING


Though I Feel Alone (Psalm 63)   100 Portraits

Though I feel alone I am never alone (2x)
You are with me, You are with me Oh, my Lord

  In the night-time while I'm on my bed 
  I will let every thought be of You 
  For you are good
  You take all those who will come to You

  In the morning as I face the day 
  I will let every thought be of You 
  For you are good
  You take all those who will come to You

  You take all those who will come to You
  You take all those who will come to You


Now go in the peace of God with great hope in Christ in the power of the Holy Spirit.

Thanks be to God.


Attributions

Songs used by permission. CCLI License 3237733

Liturgy
The book of common prayer (2019)
Copyright © 2019 by the Anglican Church in North America

New International Version (NIV)
Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV® Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc.® 

“We Abide in You”
Works and music by: Elizabeth Vice, Isaac Wardell, Madison Cunningham, Orlando Palmer, Paul Zach, Sandra McCracken
© Hymns From The Porter's GatePorter's Gate Publications

“Return To Your Rest, My Soul”
Works and music by: Mac Meador
© 2018 Mac Meador
(not on CCLI: stream at macmeador.bandcamp.com/track/return-to-your-rest-my-soul)

“Prayer to the Trinity” 
Words: Prayer of St. Ioannikios, Ninth Century
music by: Tripp Prince
© 2013 Peters Branch
(not on CCLI: stream at petersbranch.bandcamp.com/track/phos-hilaron)

“Psalm 46” 
Words and music by: Jennifer Somers and Tyler Somers  
© 2010 One Eyed Cat Music
(not on CCLI: https://jennyandtyler.com/music/)

“Brother”
Words & Music by: David Gungor, Ian Cron, John Arndt
© 2014 Brownie Hawkeye MusicIntegrity's Praise! MusicRemaining portion is unaffiliated

“My Help, My God” 
Words and music by: Sandra McCracken 
© 2010 Drink Your Tea Music

“Hesed”
Words and music by: Ghost Ship
© 2015 BEC Recordings
(not on CCLI: https://www.ghostshipmusic.com/)

“Though I Feel Alone”
Words and music by: Don Chaffer
© 1999 Hey Ruth Music


 
 

Midday Prayer (April 3)

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O God, make speed to save us.
O Lord, make haste to help us.
Make me a clean heart, O God,
and renew a right spirit within me.

Jesus, Saviour of the world,
come to us in your mercy:
we look to you to save and help us.
By your cross and your life laid down,
you set your people free:
we look to you to save and help us.
When they were ready to perish, you saved your disciples:
we look to you to come to our help.
In the greatness of your mercy, loose us from our chains,
forgive the sins of all your people.
Make yourself known as our Saviour and mighty deliverer;
save us and help us that we may praise you.
Come now and dwell with us, Lord Christ Jesus:
hear our prayer and be with us always.
And when you come in your glory:
make us to be one with you
and to share the life of your kingdom
Amen.


A reading from Ephesians 2.13-18:

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, so 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.


This is the word of the Lord.
Thanks be to God.


Psalm 119/Flourishing 
Sandra McCracken – Psalms 2015

 Teach me, oh God to follow your decrees
Give me understanding, 
your word I wanna keep
Direct me in the path of your commands
For there I find delight, my will is in your hands

 Turn my heart away from worthless things
Preserve my life, according to your ways
Take away disgrace
You hold me in my place--flourishing

 Fulfill your promise to the ones you love
Within your ways we walk, 
for your laws are good
Temptation loses pow'r my soul's revived
In righteousness, oh God, preserve my life


Psalm 15 (NIV)
1 Lord, who may dwell in your sacred tent?    Who may live on your holy mountain?

The one whose walk is blameless,
who does what is righteous,    
who speaks the truth from their heart;
whose tongue utters no slander,    
who does no wrong to a neighbor,    
and casts no slur on others;
who despises a vile person    
but honors those who fear the Lord;
who keeps an oath even when it hurts,    
and does not change their mind;
who lends money to the poor without interest;    
who does not accept a bribe against the innocent.
Whoever does these things    
will never be shaken.

Jesus said, I am the good shepherd.
The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep. 
John 10.11


Psalm 16 (NIV)

Keep me safe, my God,    for in you I take refuge.

I say to the Lord, “You are my Lord;    
apart from you I have no good thing.”
I say of the holy people who are in the land,    
“They are the noble ones in whom is all my delight.”
Those who run after other gods will suffer more and more.    
I will not pour out libations of blood to such gods    
or take up their names on my lips.

Lord, you alone are my portion and my cup;    
you make my lot secure.
The boundary lines have fallen for me in pleasant places;   
surely I have a delightful inheritance.
I will praise the Lord, who counsels me;    
even at night my heart instructs me.
I keep my eyes always on the Lord.    
With him at my right hand, I will not be shaken.

Therefore my heart is glad and my tongue rejoices;    
my body also will rest secure,
10 because you will not abandon me to the realm of the dead,    
nor will you let your faithful one see decay.
11 You make known to me the path of life;    
you will fill me with joy in your presence,    
with eternal pleasures at your right hand.


My Help, My God/Psalm 42
Sandra McCracken. – Psalms 2015

As the deer longs for the water brooks
So my soul it longs, it thirsts for you
O my God, O my God

Put your trust in God, I will yet give thanks to him
Put your trust in God, I will yet give thanks to him
Put your trust in God, I will yet give thanks to him

My help, my God

Deep calls unto deep like ocean waves,
All your floods and rapids on me break
Oh my soul, O my soul

I will say unto my God, my strength,
"How is it you have forgotten me?
O how long? O how long?"

Chorus

Yahweh grants his kindness in the day
Through the night his song, it is with me.
Oh my God, O my God...


Jesus said, ‘Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you,
bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you.’
Luke 6.27b,28

THE LORD’S PRAYER

Our Father in heaven,
hallowed be your Name,
your kingdom come, your will be done,
on earth as it is in heaven. 
Give us today our daily bread.
And forgive us our sins
as we forgive those who sin against us.  
Save us from the time of trial,
and deliver us from evil.  
For the kingdom, the power, and the glory
are yours, now and forever.
Amen.


Christ be with me, Christ within me,
Christ behind me, Christ before me,
Christ beside me, Christ to win me,
Christ to comfort and restore me.
Christ beneath me, Christ above me,
Christ in quiet, Christ in danger,
Christ in hearts of all that love me,
Christ in mouth of friend and stranger.
Amen.                                        
from St Patrick’s Breastplate


Lord Jesus Christ, we thank you
for all the benefits that you have won for us,
for all the pains and insults that you have borne for us.
Most merciful redeemer,
friend and brother,
may we know you more clearly,
love you more dearly,
and follow you more nearly,
day by day. Amen.


He Walks With Me (1 Peter)
Sandra McCracken – God’s Highway 2016

Though now we have trials
We wait for salvation
Though tested by fire
We suffer with joy
By his great mercy
Our hope has been born again
Faithful as the morning
We are raised up with Christ

And I cannot see him
But oh how I love him
I cannot see him, but I believe
I know he walks with me
I believe, that he walks with me


Raised up with the priesthood
To witness his wondrous works
Called out from the darkness
To shimmering light



Attributions
CCLI License 3237733

Liturgy:

Common Worship, Church of England

Songs:

“My Help, My Godand “Psalm 119 (Flourishing)”
Words and Music by Sandra McCracken
© 2015 Drink Your Tea Music

“He Walks With Me”
Words and Music by Sandra McCracken and Seth Philpott
© 2016 Sixsteps Music Worship, Together Music, Drink Your Tea Music

 
 

Thursday Prayer (April 2)

Just a PDF VERSION tonight.


Attributions

“Have Mercy” Words and Music by Sandra McCracken Additional Lyrics by The Table © 2015 Little Hoss Music Drink Your Tea Music

“Satisfied in You (Psalm 42)” Words and Music by Sing Team © 2012 BEC Recrodings
 “

Deliver Us” Words and Music by Daniel Bashta, Jared Anderson Jason Roberson © 2013 Go Forth Sounds Integrity Worship Music

“Psalm 13” Words and Music by Mac Meador © 2012 Mac Meador

“Better is One Day” Words and Music by Matt Redman ©1995 Thankyou Music

“All Angels, All Powers” Words: Te Deum laudamus, Fourth Century Music and Additional Words: Tripp Prince, Mike O'Brien, Patrick Schlabs © 2013 Peters Branch

 
 

Wednesday Midday Prayer (April 1)

(If you prefer a PDF version click here)

10,000 Reasons

Bless the Lord Oh my soul
Oh my soul
Worship His holy name
Sing like never before
Oh my soul!
I’ll worship His holy name

The sun comes up
It’s a new day dawning
It’s time to sing Your song again
Whatever may pass
And whatever lies before me
Let me be singing when the evening comes

You’re rich in love
And You’re slow to anger
Your name is great
And Your heart is kind
For all Your goodness,
I will keep on singing
10,000 reasons for my heart to find

And on that day
When my strength is failing
The end draws near and my time has come
Still my soul
Will sing Your praise unending
10,000 reasons and then forevermore


O God, make speed to save us; 
O Lord, make haste to help us. 

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit;
As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.


PSALM 119:105-112

105 Your word is a lantern to my feet*
and a light upon my path.
106 I have sworn and am steadfastly purposed*
to keep your righteous judgments.
107 I am troubled above measure;*
revive me, O Lord, according to your word.
108 Let the freewill offerings of my mouth please you, O Lord;*
and teach me your judgments.
109 My life is always in my hand,*
yet I do not forget your law.
110 The ungodly have laid a snare for me,*
yet I have not strayed from your commandments.
111 Your testimonies have I claimed as my heritage for ever,*
and why? They are the very joy of my heart.
112 I have applied my heart to fulfill your statutes always,*
    even unto the end.

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit; as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end.  Amen.

Psalm 75

1 We give thanks to you, O God;
we give thanks, for your name is near.
We recount your wondrous deeds.

2 “At the set time that I appoint
I will judge with equity.
3 When the earth totters, and all its inhabitants,
it is I who keep steady its pillars. Selah
4 I say to the boastful, ‘Do not boast,’
and to the wicked, ‘Do not lift up your horn;
5 do not lift up your horn on high,
or speak with haughty neck.’”

6 For not from the east or from the west
and not from the wilderness comes lifting up,
7 but it is God who executes judgment,
putting down one and lifting up another.
8 For in the hand of the LORD there is a cup
with foaming wine, well mixed,
and he pours out from it,
and all the wicked of the earth
shall drain it down to the dregs.

9 But I will declare it forever;
I will sing praises to the God of Jacob
10 All the horns of the wicked I will cut off,
but the horns of the righteous shall be lifted up. 

The Word of the Lord. 
Thanks be to God.


I will bless the Lord at all times.
His praise shall continually be in my mouth. 

Lord Have mercy.
Christ, have mercy.
Lord, have mercy.


The Lord’s Prayer

Our Father in heaven,
hallowed be your Name,
your kingdom come, your will be done,
on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us today our daily bread.
And forgive us our sins
as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,
and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power, and the glory
are yours, now and forever.
Amen.


…who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

O Lord, hear our prayer;
And let our cry come to you.

… in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Let us bless the Lord.
Thanks be to God.


How Deep the Father's Love for Us

How deep the Father's love for us,
How vast beyond all measure
That he should give his only Son
To make a wretch his treasure
How great the pain of searing loss,
The Father turns his face away
As wounds which mar the chosen one,
Bring many sons to glory

Behold the man upon a cross,
My sin upon his shoulders
Ashamed I hear my mocking voice,
Call out among the scoffers
It was my sin that held him there
Until it was accomplished
His dying breath has brought me life
I know that it is finished

I will not boast in anything
No gifts, no power, no wisdom
But I will boast in Jesus Christ
His death and resurrection

Why should I gain from his reward?
I cannot give an answer
But this I know with all my heart
His wounds have paid my ransom


Blessing

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



Attributions
Songs used by permission. CCLI License 3237733

Liturgy The Book of Common Prayer (2019)

Copyright © 2019 by the Anglican Church in North America

The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®, ESV®
Copyright ©2001 by Crossway  All rights reserved worldwide.

10,000 Reasons
Words and Music: Matt Redman
Copyright © 2011 Atlas Mountain Songs, sixstetps Music, Thankyou Music, worship together.com songs CCLI: 6016351

How Deep the Father’s Love for Us
Words and Music: Stuart Townsend Copyright
© 1995 Thankyou Music CCLI: 1558110 - Stuart Townsend

 
 

Tuesday Night Prayer (March 31)

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*Prep: a journal for examen, a candle and a pillow for kneeling during confession, if desired

It is good to give thanks to the Lord,
to sing praises to your name, O Most High;
to declare your steadfast love in the morning, 
and your faithfulness by night… Psalm 92:1-2

Shepherding One,
You have been our help during the day
and you promise to be with us at night.
Receive this prayer as a sign of our trust in you.
Save us from all evil, keep us from harm, and lead us in your way.
We belong to you, Lord.
Protect us by the power of your name,
In Jesus Christ we pray. Amen.


Opening Poem


Kneeling:

Lord, have mercy. Christ, have mercy. 
Lord, have mercy.
Thanks be to God.


Mini Examen

  1. What is something from your day that you sensed taking you toward God (consolation)? Think: moments of generosity, hope, peace, compassion, gratitude, presence, inspiration.

    What were your feelings associated with this experience?

  2. What is something from your day that you sensed taking you away from God (desolation)? Think: moments of feeling false, anxious, confused, jealous, distracted, despairing.

    What were your feelings associated with this experience?


Confession

A candle is lit

Jesus said, “I am the light of the world; whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” Let us turn to the light and confess our sins:

God of healing, God of wholeness,
we bring our brokenness, our fears and despair, and lay them at your feet.
God of healing, God of wholeness,
we hold our hearts and hands, minds and souls to feel your touch,
and know the peace that only you can bring. God of healing,

God of wholeness, in this precious moment, in your presence and power, grant us faith and confidence that in you, broken lives are made whole.

Silence is kept


Oh Lord Hear My Prayer - Taize (listen or sing along)


Rising:
Lord Have mercy.
Christ, have mercy.
Lord, have mercy.

We believe and trust in God the Father Almighty.
We believe and trust in Jesus Christ, God’s Son.
We believe and trust in the Holy Spirit.
We believe and Trust in the Three in One.

Rejoice in God always.
God is near.
Do not worry about anything,
But in everything, with thanksgiving
Let your requests be made known to God.

Merciful One, we bring our prayers to you
as acts of love for you and for our neighbours:

(open prayers)

Prayer for Health Care Providers: Amen.

In your mercy, God,
hear our prayers


The Lord’s Prayer

Our Father in heaven,
hallowed be your Name,
your kingdom come, your will be done,
on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us today our daily bread.
And forgive us our sins
as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,
and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power, and the glory
are yours, now and forever.
Amen.


Magnificat (Mary’s Song):

My soul glorifies the Lord,
My spirit rejoices in God my Savior.
The Lord looks on me, a lowly servant;
henceforth all ages will call me blessed.
The Almighty works marvels for me. Holy is God’s name!
God’s mercy is from age to age, on those who are faithful.
God puts forth an arm in strength and scatters the proud-hearted --
Casts the mighty from their thrones and raises the lowly. 
God fills the hungry with good things and sends the rich away empty,
Protecting Israel, God’s servant, remembering mercy,
The mercy promised to our ancestors, 
To Abraham, Sarah and their children forever.



Blessing

Eph. 3:14-21 - kneeling:

When I think of all this, I fall to my knees and pray to the Father, the Creator of everything in heaven and on earth. I pray that from his glorious, unlimited resources he will empower you with inner strength through his Spirit. Then Christ will make his home in your hearts as you trust in him. Your roots will grow down into God’s love and keep you strong. And may you have the power to understand, as all God’s people should, how wide, how long, how high, and how deep his love is. May you experience the love of Christ, though it is too great to understand fully. Then you will be made complete with all the fullness of life and power that comes from God. Now all glory to God, who is able, through his mighty power at work within us, to accomplish infinitely more than we might ask or think. Glory to him in the church and in Christ Jesus through all generations forever and ever!
Amen.



Attributions
Songs used by permission. CCLI License 3237733

Liturgy adapted from Common Prayer: A Liturgy for Ordinary Radicals, Tuesday Evening Prayer pg. 33-35

Opening call to prayer and closing blessing from Ruth Haley Barton’s Invitation To Retreat: The Gift and Necessity of Time Away With God, pgs. 133 and 140

Prayer for Health Care Providers from Evangelical Lutheran Worship:  Occasional Services for the Assembly (2009)

 
 

Monday Midday Prayer (March 30)

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O God, make speed to save us; 
O Lord, make haste to help us

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit; 
As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.


 Psalm 73


Mark 1:1-13

1The beginning of the good news about Jesus the Messiah, the Son of God, as it is written in Isaiah the prophet:

“I will send my messenger ahead of you,
    who will prepare your way”—
“a voice of one calling in the wilderness,
‘Prepare the way for the Lord,
    make straight paths for him.’”

And so John the Baptist appeared in the wilderness, preaching a baptism of repentance for the forgiveness of sins. The whole Judean countryside and all the people of Jerusalem went out to him. Confessing their sins, they were baptized by him in the Jordan River. John wore clothing made of camel’s hair, with a leather belt around his waist, and he ate locusts and wild honey. And this was his message: “After me comes the one more powerful than I, the straps of whose sandals I am not worthy to stoop down and untie. I baptize you with water, but he will baptize you with the Holy Spirit.”

At that time Jesus came from Nazareth in Galilee and was baptized by John in the Jordan. 10 Just as Jesus was coming up out of the water, he saw heaven being torn open and the Spirit descending on him like a dove. 11 And a voice came from heaven: “You are my Son, whom I love; with you I am well pleased.”

12 At once the Spirit sent him out into the wilderness, 13 and he was in the wilderness forty days, being tempted by Satan. He was with the wild animals, and angels attended him.

The Word of the Lord. 
Thanks be to God.


Light Of Jesus Josh Banner

Light of Jesus, dawned upon us
Burn through darkness, Hope to fill us
Where can we go? But to You, oh Lord
Where can we go? But to You, but to You

Creation groans for mercy, oh Son of Man
We groan for our redemption, oh Son of God                           
You are the light of heaven,
our highest hope
Where can we go? But to You, but to You

Light of true Light from the Father
Word made flesh here, walk among us
Where can we go? But to You, oh Lord             
Where can we go? But to You, but to You

You are the way to heaven, eternal light
You are the resurrection, our living bread
Your body broken for us, to give us life
Where can we go? But to You, but to You?


I will bless the Lord at all times.
His praise shall continually be in my mouth. 

Lord, have mercy upon us. 
Christ, have mercy upon us.


Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your Name, 
your kingdom come, your will be done,
on earth as it is in heaven. 
Give us today our daily bread. 
And forgive us our sins 
as we forgive those 
who sin against us.
Save us from the time of trial, 
and deliver us from evil. 
For the kingdom, the power, 
and the glory are yours, now and for ever. Amen.


O Lord, hear our prayer;
And let our cry come to you.

Let us pray. 

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

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

2 corinthians 13:14

Attributions:

Liturgy
the book of common prayer (2019)
Copyright © 2019 by the Anglican Church in North America 

Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV® Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc.®  All rights reserved worldwide.

“Light of Jesus”
Words and music by: Joshua Banner
© 2009 Josh Banner
(not on CCLI: stream at https://hopecollegeworship.bandcamp.com/track/light-of-jesus)


Sunday Evening Prayer (March 22)

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In Feast or Fallow
Sandra McCracken

When the fields are dry,
and the winter is long
Blessed are the meek,
The hungry, the poor
When my soul is downcast,
And my voice has no song
For mercy, for comfort,
I wait on the Lord

In the harvest feast or the fallow ground,
My certain hope is in Jesus found
My lot, my cup, my portion sure
Whatever comes, we shall endure.
Whatever comes, we shall endure

On a cross of wood,
His blood was outpoured
He Rose from the ground,
like a bird to the sky
Bringing peace to our violence,
And crushing death’s door
Our Maker incarnate, Our God who provides.

When the earth beneath me
Crumbles and quakes
Not a sparrow falls,
Nor a hair from my head
Without His hand to guide me,
My shield and my strength
In joy or in sorrow, in life or in death.


O Lord, open our lips
And our mouth shall proclaim your praise .
O God, make speed to save us;
O Lord, make haste to help us.
Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit;
As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be,

world without end. Amen.
Praise the Lord.
The Lord's Name be praised!


Let Us Adore
Kent Henry

Let us adore the ever living God
And render praise unto Him
Who spreads out the heavens
And established the Earth
And whose glory is revealed
In the heavens above
And whose greatness
Is manifest throughout all the earth!

He is our God, He is our God
There is no one else!


House of God ForeverJon Foreman

God is my shepherd I won't be wanting
I won't be wanting
He makes me rest
in fields of green with quiet streams.
Even though I walk
through the valley
of death and dying
I will not fear…
’cause you are with me
You are with me

Your shepherd's staff comforts me
You are my feast in the presence of enemies
Surely goodness will follow me,
follow me In the house of God forever


Psalm 23

1 The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.
2  
He makes me lie down in green pastures.

He leads me beside still waters.
3
He restores my soul.
He leads me
in paths of righteousness
for his name's sake.
Even though I walk through the valley
of the shadow of death,
I will fear no evil,

for you are with me;
    
your rod and your staff,
they comfort me.
You prepare a table before me
    
in the presence of my enemies;

you anoint my head with oil;
    
my cup overflows.
Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me

all the days of my life,
and I shall dwell 
in the house of the Lord
 forever.

This is the Word of the Lord
Thanks be to God


My Soul Finds Rest (Ps 62)
Sandra McCracken

Oh my God hear my cry
From the depths…I call out to you
You give your mercy and light
In the dark, in the wilderness

My soul finds rest in God alone
My salvation comes from him
My soul finds rest, God is my home
I will not be shaken, I will not be shaken.

You are my shield and my strength
Train my feet …for this battle
Our God is mighty to save
I will wait, I will wait for him

***
O my strength, I sing praise to you
O my strength, I sing praise to you
In joy or pain, I sing praise to you
Night or day, I sing praise to you


The Apostle’s Creed

We believe in God, the Father almighty,
creator of heaven and earth.
We believe in Jesus Christ,
his only Son, our Lord.
He was conceived by the Holy Spirit
and born of the Virgin Mary.
He suffered under Pontius Pilate,
was crucified, died, and was buried.
He descended into 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.
We 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.


My Help, My God
Sandra McCracken

Why are you so full of heaviness?
Why are you disquieted within?
O my soul, O my soul
As the deer longs for the water brooks
So my soul it longs, it thirsts for you
O my God, O my God

Put your trust in God,
I will yet give thanks to him (x3)
My help, my God

Deep calls unto deep like ocean waves,
All your floods and rapids on me break
Oh my soul, O my soul
I will say unto my God, my strength,
“How is it you have forgotten me?
O how long? O how long?”

Yahweh grants his kindness in the day
Through the night his song, it is with me.
Oh my God, O my God…


The Lord’s Prayer

Our Father in heaven,
hallowed be your Name,
your kingdom come, your will be done,
on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us today our daily bread.
And forgive us our sins
as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,
and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power, and the glory
are yours, now and forever.
Amen.


Return to Your Rest, My Soul (Ps 116:1-9)
Mac Meador

Out of darkness, I came
stumbling, tearful and lame
carried to sunshine,
out past the tree line
You heard my whimpering cries,
you saw the tears in my eyes
but you didn't forget me
or the pain that beset me

Return to your rest, my soul
for the Lord comes to make you whole

The cords of death wrapped around me
No light of your life could I see
For the shackles were binding
and the darkness was blinding
I desperately called on your name
In kindness and love, Lord you came
You are gracious and righteous
You bring hope to the lifeless

***
Oh, my soul,
return to our Lord


In Christ Alone
Keith Getty Stuart Townend

In Christ alone my hope is found,
He is my light, my strength, my song;
This Cornerstone, this solid Ground,
Firm through the fiercest drought and storm.
What heights of love, what depths of peace,
When fears are stilled, when strivings cease!
My Comforter, my All in All,
Here in the love of Christ I stand.

In Christ alone! who took on flesh
Fulness of God in helpless babe!
This gift of love and righteousness
Scorned by the ones he came to save:
Till on that cross as Jesus died,
The wrath of God was satisfied -
For every sin on Him was laid;
Here in the death of Christ I live.

There in the ground His body lay
Light of the world by darkness slain:
Then bursting forth in glorious Day
Up from the grave he rose again!
And as He stands in victory
Sin's curse has lost its grip on me,
For I am His and He is mine -
Bought with the precious blood of Christ.

No guilt in life, no fear in death,
This is the power of Christ in me;
From life's first cry to final breath.
Jesus commands my destiny.
No power of hell, no scheme of man,
Can ever pluck me from His hand;
Till He returns or calls me home,
Here in the power of Christ I'll stand.


Let us go forth in the Name of Christ!
Thanks be to God!



Attributions
Songs used by permission. CCLI License 3237733

“In Feast or Fallow”
Words and music by: Sandra McCracken
© 2010 Drink Your Tea Music

“My Soul Find Rest”
Words and music by: Sandra McCracken
© 2010 Drink Your Tea Music

“My Help, My God”
Words and music by: Sandra McCracken
© 2010 Drink Your Tea Music

“House of God Forever”
Words and music by: Jon Foreman
© 2008 Rubadub Rublishing Publishing

“In Christ Alone”
Words and music by: Keith Getty Stuart Townend
© 2001 Thankyou Music

“Let Us Adore”
Words and music by: Kent Henry
© 1986 Integrity's Hosanna! Music

“Return To Your Rest, My Soul”
Works and music by: Mac Meador
© 2018 Mac Meador
(not on CCLI: stream at macmeador.bandcamp.com/track/return-to-your-rest-my-soul)

 
 

Sunday Evening Prayer (March 29)

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Oh How We Need You  All Sons and Daughters

Lord we find You in the seeking 
Lord we find You in the doubt 
And to know You is to love You
And to know so little else 

We need You 
Oh how we need You 

Lord we find You in the morning 
Lord we seek You every day 
And let our lives be for Your glory 
Woven in Your threads of grace 

Light glorious light 
We will go where You shine 
Break the dawn, crack the skies
Make the way bright before us 
In Your light, we will find 
What we need, What we need is You

All Hail   Danial Bashta

My God, my rock, a mighty fortress 
Strong to deliver and rich in love 
I stand in all your promises
And all your justice true My heart will trust in you
(Repeat)

All hail king Jesus 
All hail our God Emmanuel
Rejoice let every voice sing 
Yours is the kingdom forever

We lift our hands up higher
We raise our voices louder
To the Only Wise, Eternal King

We lift our hands up higher
We raise our voices louder
Be honour and glory unending



Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. 

O Lord, open our lips
and our mouth shall proclaim your praise.
May Christ, the true, the only light
banish all darkness from our hearts and minds.

O come, let us sing to the Lord; 
let us heartily rejoice in the rock of our salvation. 

Let us come into his presence with thanksgiving  
and be glad in him with psalms.

For the Lord is a great God 
and a great king above all gods. 
Come, let us worship and bow down 
and kneel before the Lord our Maker.

For he is our God; 
we are the people of his pasture and the sheep of his hand. 
Glory to the Father and to the Son
and to the Holy Spirit;
as it was in the beginning is now
and shall be for ever. Amen.

The Lord is my light and my salvation:
my God shall make my darkness to be bright.

The light and peace of Jesus Christ be with you
and also with you.


Phos Hilaron    Peter’s Branch

Hail, gladdening Light, of His pure glory poured
The Immortal Father, heavenly, blest,
Holiest of Holies, Holiest of Holies
Holiest of Holies, Jesus Christ our Lord!

Now we have come to the sun’s hour of rest;
The lights of evening round us shine;
We hymn the Father, We hymn the Son, 
We hymn the Holy Spirit divine!

Worthiest at all times to be sung
With undefiled tongue,
Son of our God, giver of life, alone:
In all the world thy glories, Lord, they own.

Pure and Holy Jesus Christ
Drive out Darkness with Your Light
Pure and Holy Jesus Christ
Drive out Darkness with Your Light

Glory to God who has shown us the light
Glory to God who has shown us the light

Lead us from Darkness to Light
Lead us from sorrow to Joy                 
Lead us from death into life              Lead us


PSALM 130

Out of the depths I cry to you, Lord;    Lord, hear my voice.
Let your ears be attentive
    to my cry for mercy.

If you, Lord, kept a record of sins,
    Lord, who could stand?But with you there is forgiveness,
    so that we can, with reverence, serve you.

I wait for the Lord, my whole being waits,
    and in his word I put my hope.I wait for the Lord
    more than watchmen wait for the morning,
    more than watchmen wait for the morning.

Israel, put your hope in the Lord,
    for with the Lord is unfailing love
    and with him is full redemption.He himself will redeem Israel
    from all their sins.

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


Merciful God Table Church Music

Merciful God
Your Son came to free us from our sin
Overcoming death and rising in triumph 
That We who are redeemed by His Blood
Be made ready to meet You face to face
This we ask for Jesus’ sake.

You, oh Lord are my strength and my shield
To You, of Lord, may my spirit yield.
You, of Christ, show us God’s own face
You, of Lord, receive our praise.  

Merciful God
Your Son came to free us from our sin


Declaration of God’s Forgiveness


Awake, O sleeper, and arise from the dead.
And Christ shall give you light.
You have died and your life is hid with Christ in God.
Awake, O sleeper, and arise from the dead.
Set your minds on things that are above,
not on things that are on the earth.
And Christ shall give you light.
When Christ our life appears
you will appear with him in glory.
Awake, O sleeper, and arise from the dead,
and Christ shall give you light


God with Us    All Sons and Daughters

You've come to bring peace to be love 
to be nearer to us
You've come to bring life 
to be light to shine brighter in us  
Oh Emman  -  u  -  el    God  with  us

Our Deliverer     You are Savior    
In Your presence we find our strength
Over everything  our redemption  
God   with   us   You are God   with   us

You've come to be hope  to this world  
for Your honor and name
You've come  to take sin  to bear shame 
 and to conquer the grave 
 Oh Emman  -  u  -  el    God  with  us

 You are here   You are holy   
 We are standing   in Your glory


Matthew 11:25-30

25 At that time Jesus said, “I praise you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, because you have hidden these things from the wise and learned, and revealed them to little children. 26 Yes, Father, for this is what you were pleased to do.

27 “All things have been committed to me by my Father. No one knows the Son except the Father, and no one knows the Father except the Son and those to whom the Son chooses to reveal him.

28 “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. 29 Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. 30 For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.”

This is the Gospel of Christ
Praise to you, O Christ

Homily & Discussion



Though I Feel Alone (Psalm 63)   100 Portraits

Though I feel alone I am never alone (2x)
You are with me, You are with me Oh, my Lord

  In the night-time while I'm on my bed 
  I will let every thought be of You 
  For you are good
  You take all those who will come to You

  In the morning as I face the day 
  I will let every thought be of You 
  For you are good
  You take all those who will come to You

  You take all those who will come to You
  You take all those who will come to You


THE APOSTLE’S CREED

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

We believe in Jesus Christ, 
his only Son, our Lord. 
He was conceived by the Holy Spirit 
and born of the Virgin Mary. 
He suffered under Pontius Pilate, 
was crucified, died, and was buried.
He descended into 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.

We 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.


Light Of Jesus Josh Banner

Light of Jesus, dawned upon us
Burn through darkness, Hope to fill us
Where can we go? But to You, oh Lord
Where can we go? But to You, but to You

Creation groans for mercy, oh Son of Man
We groan for our redemption, oh Son of God                           
You are the light of heaven,
our highest hope
Where can we go? But to You, but to You

Light of true Light from the Father
Word made flesh here, walk among us
Where can we go? But to You, oh Lord             
Where can we go? But to You, but to You

You are the way to heaven, eternal light
You are the resurrection, our living bread
Your body broken for us, to give us life
Where can we go? But to You, but to You?


Prayers
Lord, in Your mercy,
Hear our prayer

As our Saviour taught us, so we pray

Our Father in heaven,
hallowed be your Name,
your kingdom come,
your will be done,
on earth as it is in heaven,

Give us today our daily bread.
And forgive us our sins
as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,
and deliver us from evil.
For the kingdom, the power,
and the glory are yours,
now and forever. Amen.


Return to Your Rest, My Soul (Ps 116:1-9)    Mac Meador

Out of darkness, I came
Stumbling, tearful and lame
Carried to sunshine
Out past the tree line

You heard my whimpering cries
you saw the tears in my eyes
but you didn't forget me
or the pain that beset me

Return to your rest, my soul
for the Lord comes to make you whole

The cords of death wrapped around me
No light of your life could I see
For the shackles were binding
and the darkness was blinding

I desperately called on your name
In kindness and love, Lord you came
You are gracious and righteous
You bring hope to the lifeless

Oh my soul return to our Lord



BLESSING


Philippians 4:4-7

4 Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! 5 Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. 6 Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7 And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

8 Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. 9 Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me—put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you.



We Abide in You   Porter’s Gate

We are the vineyard You have panted
Tend our leaves and wildest branches,
We abide, we abide in You (x2)
Fruit growing from our strength and labour
Rain on us with grace and favour, 
We abide, we abide in you (x2)

Where can my soul findliving water?
Apart from You we bear no fruit!
O plant my feet down by the river
We abide, we abide in you.

Let us bless the Lord.
Thanks be to God.



Attributions

Songs used by permission. CCLI License 3237733

Liturgy
© 2000 Common Worship: Services and Prayers for the Church of England

“Oh How We Need You” 
Words and music by: David Leonard, Leslie Jordan, Paul Mabury, Stuart Garrard
© 2012 Integrity's Alleluia! Music, Integrity’s Praise Music, So Essential Tunes, Spirit Nashville Three, Stugio Music Publishing

“All Hail” 
Words and music by: Daniel Bashta 
© 2016 Heritage Worship Publishing, Go Forth Sounds

“Phos Hilaron”
Words: Phos Hilaron, Third Century, translated by John Keble (1792-1866) Music: John Stainer (1840-1901)
Arrangement, Additional Music and Words:
Tripp Prince, Rich Gunderlock, Mike O'Brien, Jacob Lusk
© 2013 Peters Branch
(not on CCLI: stream at petersbranch.bandcamp.com/track/phos-hilaron) 

“Merciful God” 
Words and Lyrics by: Koko Relleve, Josh Wilton
© 2012 Table Church Music

“God with Us”
Words and music by: Jason Ingram, Leslie Jordan
© 2012 Integrity's Praise! MusicOpen Hands MusicSo Essential Tunes

“Though I Feel Alone”
Words and music by: Don Chaffer
© 1999 Hey Ruth Music

“Light of Jesus”
Words and music by: Joshua Banner
© 2009 Josh Banner
(not on CCLI: stream at https://hopecollegeworship.bandcamp.com/track/light-of-jesus)












 
 

Midday Prayer (March 27)

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The Preparation
Table Church Music 2011    

Blessed are you God of creation
To you be all praise
And glory forever
In the darkness of our sin
Your light breaks forth like dawn
We rejoice in the gift of your Light

Blessed God, Blessed God
Blessed Father, Son, Spirit, blessed God
Though shadows may surround Your light shines down


O Lord, open my lips, 
and my mouth shall show forth your praise. 

Psalm 51:10-12  

Create in me a clean heart, O God, 
and renew a right spirit within me. 
Cast me not away from your presence, 
and take not your holy Spirit from me. 
O give me the comfort of your help again, 
and sustain me with your willing Spirit. 
Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: 
as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen


All Angels, All Powers
Peters Branch

You are God, we praise you
You alone are the Lord
You, the eternal Father
All creation adores

Unto you, all angels, all powers
Join in song, as one to cry aloud   

Father, of Majesty unbounded
Jesus, your true and only Son
Holy Spirit, our advocate and guide
To you, creation testifies

Holy, Holy, Holy Lord
God of power and might   (repeat)

Heaven and earth are full of your glory
Heaven and earth are full of your praise


Psalm 122

I rejoiced with those who said to me,
    “Let us go to the house of the Lord.”
Our feet are standing
    in your gates, Jerusalem.

Jerusalem is built like a city
    that is closely compacted together.
That is where the tribes go up—
    the tribes of the Lord—
to praise the name of the Lord
    according to the statute given to Israel.
There stand the thrones for judgment,
    the thrones of the house of David.

Pray for the peace of Jerusalem:
    “May those who love you be secure.
May there be peace within your walls
    and security within your citadels.”
For the sake of my family and friends,
    I will say, “Peace be within you.”
For the sake of the house of the Lord our God,
    I will seek your prosperity.

Psalm 125

Those who trust in the Lord are like Mount Zion,
    which cannot be shaken but endures forever.
As the mountains surround Jerusalem,
    so the Lord surrounds his people
    both now and forevermore.

The scepter of the wicked will not remain
    over the land allotted to the righteous,
for then the righteous might use
    their hands to do evil.

Lord, do good to those who are good,
    to those who are upright in heart.
But those who turn to crooked ways
    the Lord will banish with the evildoers.
Peace be on Israel.


THE APOSTLE’S CREED 

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

We believe in Jesus Christ, 
his only Son, our Lord. 
He was conceived by the Holy Spirit 
and born of the Virgin Mary. 
He suffered under Pontius Pilate, 
was crucified, died, and was buried.
He descended into 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.  

We 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 LORD’S PRAYER

Our Father in heaven,
hallowed be your Name,
your kingdom come, your will be done,
on earth as it is in heaven. 
Give us today our daily bread.
And forgive us our sins
as we forgive those who sin against us.  
Save us from the time of trial,
and deliver us from evil.  
For the kingdom, the power, and the glory
are yours, now and forever.
Amen.


For All Of Creation
Table Church

Shepherd of all
Pursuing the lost
By the power of your Son
You come to our aid
God of Light
Let your face shine on us
Restore us to our rightful place
That we may ever praise your name

Behold! The lamb of God
The King, the Crown of all the nations
With mighty strength and grace
He comes to our salvation
Rejoice! Rejoice!
Magnify His name and give Him praise
For all of Creation!

Savior to all
Joy to the world
Let the earth resound 
In glory and in praise
God of love
Would you renovate our lives
Restore us to our rightful place
That we may ever praise your name

Your will be done
Within our hearts
In your name 
We renounce all sin and shame
May we dwell
In the house of God forever
Restore us to our rightful place
That we may ever praise your name



Attributions
CCLI License 3237733

Liturgy:

The Book of Common Prayer 2019 ACNA – Family Prayer in the Morning p. 67-70

Songs:

"The Preparation” and “For All of Creation”
Written by Koko Relleve
© 2011 The Table Church
thetablechurch.bandcamp.com

“All Angels, All Powers”
Words: Te Deum laudamus, Fourth Century 
Music and Additional Words: Tripp Prince, Mike O'Brien, Patrick Schlabs
© 2013 Peters Branch
(not on CCLI: stream at
https://petersbranch.bandcamp.com/track/all-angels-all-powers)

 
 

Night Prayer (March 26)

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Phos Hilaron 
Peters Branch

Hail, gladdening Light, of His pure glory poured
The Immortal Father, heavenly, blest,
Holiest of Holies, Holiest of Holies
Holiest of Holies, Jesus Christ our Lord!

Now we have come to the sun’s hour of rest;
The lights of evening round us shine;
We hymn the Father…we hymn the Son,
We hymn the Holy Spirit divine!

Worthiest at all times to be sung
With undefiled…tongue,
Son of our God, giver of life, alone:
In all the world thy glories, Lord, they own.

Pure and Holy Jesus Christ
Drive out Darkness with Your Light (x4)

Glory to God who has shown us the light! (x2)
Lead us from darkness to light,
Lead us from sorrow to joy,
Lead us from death into life, lead us.

Collect For Purity
Marty Reardon

O Lord…to You our hearts are open 
To You our thoughts are known
From You no secret's hidden 

Purif - y my heart
Purif - y my heart 
That I may bring glory
That I may bring glory
That I may bring glory to You 


The Lord almighty grant us a quiet night and a perfect end.
Amen.
Our help is in the name of the Lord
the maker of heaven and earth.


Confession Song
Mark DiCristina

Lord, we confess that we have sinned
Against you and each other
In thought and in word and deed we’ve failed,
And not loved as we should
Have mercy on us,
And forgive us our sin,
That we may delight in your will and walk in your ways
To the glory of Christ, your Son, our Lord
A - men 


O God, make speed to save us.
O Lord, make haste to help us.
Glory to the Father and to the Son
and to the Holy Spirit;
as it was in the beginning 
is now and shall be for ever. Amen.


Psalm 126
Bifrost Arts

Our mouths they were filled, filled with laughter
Our tongues they were loosed, loosed with joy
Restore us, O Lord     Restore us, O Lord

Although we are weeping
Lord, help us keep sowing
The seeds of Your Kingdom
For the day You will reap them
Your sheaves we will carry|
Lord, please do not tarry
All those who sow weeping
will go out with songs of joy

The nations will say, “He has done great things!”
The nations will sing songs of joy
Restore us, O Lord     Restore us, O Lord


Reflection on
He leads me by still waters…”


Return to Your Rest, My Soul (Ps 116:1-9)  
Mac Meador

Out of darkness, I came 
stumbling, tearful and lame
carried to sunshine,
out past the tree line  

You heard my whimpering cries,
you saw the tears in my eyes 
but you didn't forget me 
or the pain that beset me   

Return to your rest, my soul
for the Lord comes to make you whole 
 

The cords of death wrapped around me 
No light of your life could I see 
For the shackles were binding 
and the darkness was blinding  

I desperately called on your name 
In kindness and love, Lord you came 
You are gracious and righteous 
You bring hope to the lifeless

**Oh, my soul…return to our Lord


Into your hands, O Lord, I commend my spirit.
For you have redeemed me, Lord God of truth.
Into your hands, O Lord, I commend my spirit.
Hide me under the shadow of your wings.

THE LORD’S PRAYER

Our Father in heaven,
hallowed be your Name,
your kingdom come, your will be done,
on earth as it is in heaven. 
Give us today our daily bread.
And forgive us our sins
as we forgive those who sin against us.  
Save us from the time of trial,
and deliver us from evil.  
For the kingdom, the power, and the glory
are yours, now and forever.
Amen.

O Lord, hear our prayer; 
And let our cry come to you.
Let us pray.

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


Depart in Peace
Church of the Beloved

Oh God, as you have promised                         
now let your servants...depart in peace
depart in peace

For our eyes have seen the salvation
which you have prepared........for all to see
for all to see

A light to enlighten the world
and for your people... glo-ry…glo-ry

So depart in peace, depart in peace (x2)


In peace we will lie down and sleep;
for you alone, Lord, make us dwell in safety.
Abide with us, Lord Jesus,
for the night is at hand and the day is now past.
As the night watch looks for the morning,
so do we look for you, O Christ.

Let us bless the Lord.
Thanks be to God.



Attributions
CCLI License 3237733

Liturgy:

The Book of Common Prayer (2019)
Copyright © 2019 by the Anglican Church in North America 

The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®, ESV® 
Copyright ©2001 by Crossway  All rights reserved worldwide.

Songs:

"Collect For Purity”
Written by Marty Reardon
© 2005 Marty Reardon Music CCLI # 7096450

“Confession”
Written by Mark DiCristina
©2009 Mark DiCristina Music (Admin. by Mark DiCristina) CCLI # 7086076 

“Psalm 126”
Music: Isaac Wardell

© 2012 Bifrost Arts Music  CCLI# 7023230

“Return To Your Rest, My Soul”
Words and music by: Mac Meador
© 2018 Mac Meador
(not on CCLI: stream at
macmeador.bandcamp.com/track/return-to-your-rest-my-soul)

“Depart in Peace”
Words: Benedictus from St. Luke 1:68-79
Music by: Ryan MarsH
© 2012 Church of the Beloved
Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0 Unported License

“Phos Hilaron”
Words: Phos Hilaron, Third Century, translated by John Keble (1792-1866) 
Music: John Stainer (1840-1901) 
Arrangement, Additional Music and Words: 
Tripp Prince, Rich Gunderlock, Mike O'Brien, Jacob Lusk
© 2013 Peters Branch
(not on CCLI: stream at
petersbranch.bandcamp.com/track/phos-hilaron)

 
 

Midday Prayer (March 25)

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God Is Our Strength and Refuge

God is our strength and refuge,
our present help in trouble,
and we therefore will not fear,
though the earth should change!
Though mountains shake and tremble,
though swirling floods are raging,
God the Lord of hosts is with us evermore!

There is a flowing river
within God's holy city;
God is in the midst of her-
she shall not be moved!
God's help is swiftly given,
thrones vanish at his presence-
God the Lord of hosts is with us evermore!

Come, see the works of our maker,
learn of his deeds all-powerful:
wars will cease across the world
when he shatters the spear!
Be still and know your creator,
uplift him in the nations-
God the Lord of hosts is with us evermore!


O God, make speed to save us;
O Lord, make haste to help us.
Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit;
As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be,
world without end. Amen.


I Lift My Eyes Up (Psalm 121)

I lift my eyes up to the mountains

Where does my help come from

My help comes from you

Maker of heaven creator of the earth

Psalm 121  1 I will lift up my eyes unto the hills;
from whence comes my help? 

2 My help comes from the Lord,
    
who has made heaven and earth.
3 He will not let your foot be moved,          
and he who keeps you will not sleep.
4 Behold, he who keeps Israel     
shall neither slumber nor sleep. 

5 The Lord himself is you keeper;
    
the Lord is your defence upon your right hand,
6 So that the sound shall not burn you by day,
    
neither the moon by night.
7 The Lord shall preserve you from all evil;
    
indeed, it is he who shall keep your soul.

8 The Lord shall preserve your going out and your coming in,
    
my from this time forth and for evermore.

Oh how I need you Lord

You are my only hope

You're my only prayer

So I will wait for you

To come and rescue me

Come and give me life

I lift my eyes up to the mountains

Where does my help come from?

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit;
as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end.  Amen.


Exodus 32 ESV

1-6 When the people saw that Moses delayed to come down from the mountain, the people gathered themselves together to Aaron and said to him, “Up, make us gods who shall go before us. As for this Moses, the man who brought us up out of the land of Egypt, we do not know what has become of him.” So Aaron said to them, “Take off the rings of gold that are in the ears of your wives, your sons, and your daughters, and bring them to me.” So all the people took off the rings of gold that were in their ears and brought them to Aaron. And he received the gold from their hand and fashioned it with a graving tool and made a golden calf. And they said, “These are your gods, O Israel, who brought you up out of the land of Egypt!” When Aaron saw this, he built an altar before it. And Aaron made a proclamation and said, “Tomorrow shall be a feast to the LORD.” And they rose up early the next day and offered burnt offerings and brought peace offerings. And the people sat down to eat and drink and rose up to play.

7-10 And the LORD said to Moses, “Go down, for your people, whom you brought up out of the land of Egypt, have corrupted themselves. They have turned aside quickly out of the way that I commanded them. They have made for themselves a golden calf and have worshiped it and sacrificed to it and said, ‘These are your gods, O Israel, who brought you up out of the land of Egypt!’” And the LORD said to Moses, “I have seen this people, and behold, it is a stiff-necked people. Now therefore let me alone, that my wrath may burn hot against them and I may consume them, in order that I may make a great nation of you.”

11-14 But Moses implored the LORD his God and said, “O LORD, why does your wrath burn hot against your people, whom you have brought out of the land of Egypt with great power and with a mighty hand? Why should the Egyptians say, ‘With evil intent did he bring them out, to kill them in the mountains and to consume them from the face of the earth’? Turn from your burning anger and relent from this disaster against your people. Remember Abraham, Isaac, and Israel, your servants, to whom you swore by your own self, and said to them, ‘I will multiply your offspring as the stars of heaven, and all this land that I have promised I will give to your offspring, and they shall inherit it forever.’” And the LORD relented from the disaster that he had spoken of bringing on his people.

The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.


I will bless the Lord at all times.

His praise shall continually be in my mouth.

Lord Have mercy.
Christ, have mercy.
Lord, have mercy.


The Lord’s Prayer

Our Father in heaven,
hallowed be your Name,
your kingdom come, your will be done,
on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us today our daily bread.
And forgive us our sins
as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,
and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,
and the glory are yours,
now and forever. Amen.


O Lord, hear our prayer;
And let our cry come to you.


Come Thou Fount

Come, thou fount of every blessing,
Tune my heart to sing thy grace;
Streams of mercy, never ceasing,
Call for songs of loudest praise.
Teach me some melodious sonnet,
Sung by flaming tongues above.
Praise the mount! I'm fixed upon it,
Mount of thy redeeming love.

Here I raise my Ebenezer;
Here by thy great help I've come;
And I hope, by thy good pleasure,
Safely to arrive at home.
Jesus sought me when a stranger,
Wandering from the fold of God;
He, to rescue me from danger,
Interposed his precious blood.

O to grace how great a debtor
Daily I'm constrained to be!
Let thy goodness, like a fetter,
Bind my wandering heart to thee.
Prone to wander, Lord, I feel it,
Prone to leave the God I love;
Here's my heart, O take and seal it,
Seal it for thy courts above.


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

Romans 15:13



Attributions
Songs used by permission. CCLI License 3237733

Liturgy The Book of Common Prayer (2019)

© 2019 by the Anglican Church in North America

The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®, ESV®
©2001 by Crossway  All rights reserved worldwide.

“God is Our Strength and Refuge” (Psalm 46)
Words and music by: Richard Thomas Bewes
© 1982 Richard Bewes - The Jubilate Group (Admin. by Jubilate Hymns Ltd, sub to Hope Publishing for various regions) Used by Permission. CCLI # 2607575

“I Lift My Eyes Up” (Psalm 121)
Words and music by: Brian Doerksen
© 1990 Mercy / Vineyard Publishing CCLI# 317936

“Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing”
Words: Robert Robinson, Music: John Wyeth Copyright
© Words: Public Domain | Music: Public Domain CCLI# 108389

 
 

Tuesday Night Prayer (March 24)

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*Prep: a journal for examen, a candle and a pillow for kneeling during confession, if desired

It is good to give thanks to the Lord,
to sing praises to your name, O Most High;
to declare your steadfast love in the morning, 
and your faithfulness by night… Psalm 92:1-2

Shepherding One,
You have been our help during the day
and you promise to be with us at night.
Receive this prayer as a sign of our trust in you.
Save us from all evil, keep us from harm, and lead us in your way.
We belong to you, Lord.
Protect us by the power of your name,
In Jesus Christ we pray. Amen.


Opening Poem


Kneeling:

Lord, have mercy. Christ, have mercy. 
Lord, have mercy.
Thanks be to God.


Mini Examen

  1. What is something from your day that you sensed taking you toward God (consolation)? Think: moments of generosity, hope, peace, compassion, gratitude, presence, inspiration.

    What were your feelings associated with this experience?

  2. What is something from your day that you sensed taking you away from God (desolation)? Think: moments of feeling false, anxious, confused, jealous, distracted, despairing.

    What were your feelings associated with this experience?


Confession

A candle is lit

Jesus said, “I am the light of the world; whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” Let us turn to the light and confess our sins:

God of healing, God of wholeness,
we bring our brokenness, our fears and despair, and lay them at your feet.
God of healing, God of wholeness,
we hold our hearts and hands, minds and souls to feel your touch,
and know the peace that only you can bring. God of healing,

God of wholeness, in this precious moment, in your presence and power, grant us faith and confidence that in you, broken lives are made whole.

Silence is kept


Oh Lord Hear My Prayer - Taize (listen or sing along)


Rising:
Lord Have mercy.
Christ, have mercy.
Lord, have mercy.

We believe and trust in God the Father Almighty.
We believe and trust in Jesus Christ, God’s Son.
We believe and trust in the Holy Spirit.
We believe and Trust in the Three in One.

Rejoice in God always.
God is near.
Do not worry about anything,
But in everything, with thanksgiving
Let your requests be made known to God.

Merciful One, we bring our prayers to you
as acts of love for you and for our neighbours:

(open prayers)

Prayer for Health Care Providers: Amen.

In your mercy, God,
hear our prayers


The Lord’s Prayer

Our Father in heaven,
hallowed be your Name,
your kingdom come, your will be done,
on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us today our daily bread.
And forgive us our sins
as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,
and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power, and the glory
are yours, now and forever.
Amen.


Magnificat (Mary’s Song):

My soul glorifies the Lord,
My spirit rejoices in God my Savior.
The Lord looks on me, a lowly servant;
henceforth all ages will call me blessed.
The Almighty works marvels for me. Holy is God’s name!
God’s mercy is from age to age, on those who are faithful.
God puts forth an arm in strength and scatters the proud-hearted --
Casts the mighty from their thrones and raises the lowly. 
God fills the hungry with good things and sends the rich away empty,
Protecting Israel, God’s servant, remembering mercy,
The mercy promised to our ancestors, 
To Abraham, Sarah and their children forever.



Blessing

Eph. 3:14-21 - kneeling:

When I think of all this, I fall to my knees and pray to the Father, the Creator of everything in heaven and on earth. I pray that from his glorious, unlimited resources he will empower you with inner strength through his Spirit. Then Christ will make his home in your hearts as you trust in him. Your roots will grow down into God’s love and keep you strong. And may you have the power to understand, as all God’s people should, how wide, how long, how high, and how deep his love is. May you experience the love of Christ, though it is too great to understand fully. Then you will be made complete with all the fullness of life and power that comes from God. Now all glory to God, who is able, through his mighty power at work within us, to accomplish infinitely more than we might ask or think. Glory to him in the church and in Christ Jesus through all generations forever and ever!
Amen.



Attributions
Songs used by permission. CCLI License 3237733

Liturgy adapted from Common Prayer: A Liturgy for Ordinary Radicals, Tuesday Evening Prayer pg. 33-35

Opening call to prayer and closing blessing from Ruth Haley Barton’s Invitation To Retreat: The Gift and Necessity of Time Away With God, pgs. 133 and 140

Prayer for Health Care Providers from Evangelical Lutheran Worship:  Occasional Services for the Assembly (2009)

 
 

Monday Midday Prayer (March 23)

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O God, make speed to save us; 
O Lord, make haste to help us

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit; 
As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.


 Psalm 57 
1 Have mercy on me, my God, have mercy on me,
    for in you I take refuge.
I will take refuge in the shadow of your wings
    until the disaster has passed.I cry out to God Most High,
    to God, who vindicates me.He sends from heaven and saves me,
    rebuking those who hotly pursue me—
    God sends forth his love and his faithfulness.

4 I am in the midst of lions;
    I am forced to dwell among ravenous beasts—
men whose teeth are spears and arrows,
    whose tongues are sharp swords.Be exalted, O God, above the heavens;
    let your glory be over all the earth.

They spread a net for my feet—
    I was bowed down in distress.
They dug a pit in my path—
    but they have fallen into it themselves.

My heart, O God, is steadfast,
    my heart is steadfast;
    I will sing and make music.Awake, my soul!
    Awake, harp and lyre!
    I will awaken the dawn.I will praise you, Lord, among the nations;
    I will sing of you among the peoples.10 For great is your love, reaching to the heavens;
    your faithfulness reaches to the skies.11 Be exalted, O God, above the heavens;
    let your glory be over all the earth.


Matthew 26:1-30
1-2 When Jesus had finished saying all these things, he said to his disciples, “As you know, the Passover is two days away—and the Son of Man will be handed over to be crucified.”

3-5 Then the chief priests and the elders of the people assembled in the palace of the high priest, whose name was Caiaphas, and they schemed to arrest Jesus secretly and kill him. “But not during the festival,” they said, “or there may be a riot among the people.”

6-13 While Jesus was in Bethany in the home of Simon the Leper, a woman came to him with an alabaster jar of very expensive perfume, which she poured on his head as he was reclining at the table. When the disciples saw this, they were indignant. “Why this waste?” they asked. “This perfume could have been sold at a high price and the money given to the poor.” Aware of this, Jesus said to them, “Why are you bothering this woman? She has done a beautiful thing to me. The poor you will always have with you, but you will not always have me. When she poured this perfume on my body, she did it to prepare me for burial. Truly I tell you, wherever this gospel is preached throughout the world, what she has done will also be told, in memory of her.”

14-16 Then one of the Twelve—the one called Judas Iscariot—went to the chief priests and asked, “What are you willing to give me if I deliver him over to you?” So they counted out for him thirty pieces of silver. From then on Judas watched for an opportunity to hand him over.

17 On the first day of the Festival of Unleavened Bread, the disciples came to Jesus and asked, “Where do you want us to make preparations for you to eat the Passover?”

18-19 He replied, “Go into the city to a certain man and tell him, ‘The Teacher says: My appointed time is near. I am going to celebrate the Passover with my disciples at your house.’” So the disciples did as Jesus had directed them and prepared the Passover.

20-21 When evening came, Jesus was reclining at the table with the Twelve. And while they were eating, he said, “Truly I tell you, one of you will betray me.”

22 They were very sad and began to say to him one after the other, “Surely you don’t mean me, Lord?”

23-24 Jesus replied, “The one who has dipped his hand into the bowl with me will betray me. The Son of Man will go just as it is written about him. But woe to that man who betrays the Son of Man! It would be better for him if he had not been born.”

25 Then Judas, the one who would betray him, said, “Surely you don’t mean me, Rabbi?”

Jesus answered, “You have said so.”

26 While they were eating, Jesus took bread, and when he had given thanks, he broke it and gave it to his disciples, saying, “Take and eat; this is my body.”

27-30 Then he took a cup, and when he had given thanks, he gave it to them, saying, “Drink from it, all of you. This is my blood of the covenant, which is poured out for many for the forgiveness of sins. I tell you, I will not drink from this fruit of the vine from now on until that day when I drink it new with you in my Father’s kingdom.”

When they had sung a hymn, they went out to the Mount of Olives.

The Word of the Lord. 
Thanks be to God.


House of God Forever 
Jon Foreman

God is my shepherd, i won’t be wanting,
I won’t be wanting, I won’t be wanting
He makes me rest in fields of green
With quiet streams
Even though I walk through the valley 
of Death and Dying
I will not fear for you are with me
You are with me

Your shepherd staff comforts me
You are my feast
In the presence of enemies
Surely goodness will follow me, follow me
In the House of God, forever


I will bless the Lord at all times.
His praise shall continually be in my mouth. 

Lord, have mercy upon us. 
Christ, have mercy upon us.


Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your Name, 
your kingdom come, your will be done,
on earth as it is in heaven. 
Give us today our daily bread. 
And forgive us our sins 
as we forgive those 
who sin against us.
Save us from the time of trial, 
and deliver us from evil. 
For the kingdom, the power, 
and the glory are yours, now and for ever. Amen.


O Lord, hear our prayer;
And let our cry come to you.

Let us pray. 

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

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

2 corinthians 13:14


Sunday Evening Prayer (March 22)

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In Feast or Fallow
Sandra McCracken

When the fields are dry,
and the winter is long
Blessed are the meek,
The hungry, the poor
When my soul is downcast,
And my voice has no song
For mercy, for comfort,
I wait on the Lord

In the harvest feast or the fallow ground,
My certain hope is in Jesus found
My lot, my cup, my portion sure
Whatever comes, we shall endure.
Whatever comes, we shall endure

On a cross of wood,
His blood was outpoured
He Rose from the ground,
like a bird to the sky
Bringing peace to our violence,
And crushing death’s door
Our Maker incarnate, Our God who provides.

When the earth beneath me
Crumbles and quakes
Not a sparrow falls,
Nor a hair from my head
Without His hand to guide me,
My shield and my strength
In joy or in sorrow, in life or in death.


O Lord, open our lips
And our mouth shall proclaim your praise .
O God, make speed to save us;
O Lord, make haste to help us.
Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit;
As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be,

world without end. Amen.
Praise the Lord.
The Lord's Name be praised!


Let Us Adore
Kent Henry

Let us adore the ever living God
And render praise unto Him
Who spreads out the heavens
And established the Earth
And whose glory is revealed
In the heavens above
And whose greatness
Is manifest throughout all the earth!

He is our God, He is our God
There is no one else!


House of God ForeverJon Foreman

God is my shepherd I won't be wanting
I won't be wanting
He makes me rest
in fields of green with quiet streams.
Even though I walk
through the valley
of death and dying
I will not fear…
’cause you are with me
You are with me

Your shepherd's staff comforts me
You are my feast in the presence of enemies
Surely goodness will follow me,
follow me In the house of God forever


Psalm 23

1 The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.
2  
He makes me lie down in green pastures.

He leads me beside still waters.
3
He restores my soul.
He leads me
in paths of righteousness
for his name's sake.
Even though I walk through the valley
of the shadow of death,
I will fear no evil,

for you are with me;
    
your rod and your staff,
they comfort me.
You prepare a table before me
    
in the presence of my enemies;

you anoint my head with oil;
    
my cup overflows.
Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me

all the days of my life,
and I shall dwell 
in the house of the Lord
 forever.

This is the Word of the Lord
Thanks be to God


My Soul Finds Rest (Ps 62)
Sandra McCracken

Oh my God hear my cry
From the depths…I call out to you
You give your mercy and light
In the dark, in the wilderness

My soul finds rest in God alone
My salvation comes from him
My soul finds rest, God is my home
I will not be shaken, I will not be shaken.

You are my shield and my strength
Train my feet …for this battle
Our God is mighty to save
I will wait, I will wait for him

***
O my strength, I sing praise to you
O my strength, I sing praise to you
In joy or pain, I sing praise to you
Night or day, I sing praise to you


The Apostle’s Creed

We believe in God, the Father almighty,
creator of heaven and earth.
We believe in Jesus Christ,
his only Son, our Lord.
He was conceived by the Holy Spirit
and born of the Virgin Mary.
He suffered under Pontius Pilate,
was crucified, died, and was buried.
He descended into 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.
We 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.


My Help, My God
Sandra McCracken

Why are you so full of heaviness?
Why are you disquieted within?
O my soul, O my soul
As the deer longs for the water brooks
So my soul it longs, it thirsts for you
O my God, O my God

Put your trust in God,
I will yet give thanks to him (x3)
My help, my God

Deep calls unto deep like ocean waves,
All your floods and rapids on me break
Oh my soul, O my soul
I will say unto my God, my strength,
“How is it you have forgotten me?
O how long? O how long?”

Yahweh grants his kindness in the day
Through the night his song, it is with me.
Oh my God, O my God…


The Lord’s Prayer

Our Father in heaven,
hallowed be your Name,
your kingdom come, your will be done,
on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us today our daily bread.
And forgive us our sins
as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial,
and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power, and the glory
are yours, now and forever.
Amen.


Return to Your Rest, My Soul (Ps 116:1-9)
Mac Meador

Out of darkness, I came
stumbling, tearful and lame
carried to sunshine,
out past the tree line
You heard my whimpering cries,
you saw the tears in my eyes
but you didn't forget me
or the pain that beset me

Return to your rest, my soul
for the Lord comes to make you whole

The cords of death wrapped around me
No light of your life could I see
For the shackles were binding
and the darkness was blinding
I desperately called on your name
In kindness and love, Lord you came
You are gracious and righteous
You bring hope to the lifeless

***
Oh, my soul,
return to our Lord


In Christ Alone
Keith Getty Stuart Townend

In Christ alone my hope is found,
He is my light, my strength, my song;
This Cornerstone, this solid Ground,
Firm through the fiercest drought and storm.
What heights of love, what depths of peace,
When fears are stilled, when strivings cease!
My Comforter, my All in All,
Here in the love of Christ I stand.

In Christ alone! who took on flesh
Fulness of God in helpless babe!
This gift of love and righteousness
Scorned by the ones he came to save:
Till on that cross as Jesus died,
The wrath of God was satisfied -
For every sin on Him was laid;
Here in the death of Christ I live.

There in the ground His body lay
Light of the world by darkness slain:
Then bursting forth in glorious Day
Up from the grave he rose again!
And as He stands in victory
Sin's curse has lost its grip on me,
For I am His and He is mine -
Bought with the precious blood of Christ.

No guilt in life, no fear in death,
This is the power of Christ in me;
From life's first cry to final breath.
Jesus commands my destiny.
No power of hell, no scheme of man,
Can ever pluck me from His hand;
Till He returns or calls me home,
Here in the power of Christ I'll stand.


Let us go forth in the Name of Christ!
Thanks be to God!



Attributions
Songs used by permission. CCLI License 3237733

“In Feast or Fallow”
Words and music by: Sandra McCracken
© 2010 Drink Your Tea Music

“My Soul Find Rest”
Words and music by: Sandra McCracken
© 2010 Drink Your Tea Music

“My Help, My God”
Words and music by: Sandra McCracken
© 2010 Drink Your Tea Music

“House of God Forever”
Words and music by: Jon Foreman
© 2008 Rubadub Rublishing Publishing

“In Christ Alone”
Words and music by: Keith Getty Stuart Townend
© 2001 Thankyou Music

“Let Us Adore”
Words and music by: Kent Henry
© 1986 Integrity's Hosanna! Music

“Return To Your Rest, My Soul”
Works and music by: Mac Meador
© 2018 Mac Meador
(not on CCLI: stream at macmeador.bandcamp.com/track/return-to-your-rest-my-soul)

 
 

Midday Prayer (March 20)

Almighty God
Sandra McCracken

Almighty God to You all hearts are open 
Search and know our thoughts and anxious fears 
Wash us in the fountain of Your mercy 
Come with Your light…We cannot hide from You 

Almighty God To You all hearts are open 
With gratitude we raise our song to You 
Come and fill the praises of Your people
In grace and truth …You make us new again

Hallelu-----jah (x2)
Hallelu-----------jah 

Almighty God To You all hearts are open
We long for more than what this world provides 
No shallow spring will ever satisfy us 
But Your river deep, Floods over everything

Almighty God To You all hearts are open
You take away our sickness and our sin 
Oh Lamb of God we gather at Your table 
In bread and wine…You have supplied our needs 


Draw us into your love, Jesus: 
and deliver us from fear.
Lord, make me an instrument of your peace.

Where there is hatred, let me sow love;

where there is injury, pardon;
where there is doubt, faith;

where there is despair, hope;
where there is darkness, light;

where there is sadness, joy.

O Master, grant that I may not
so much seek to be consoled as to console,
t
o be understood as to understand,
to be loved as to love.

For it is in giving that we receive,
it is in pardoning that we are pardoned,

and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life.
Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit,

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

Our Father,
Who art in heaven
Hallowed be Your name
Your kingdom come
Your will be done
On earth as it is in heaven
Give us this day our daily bread
And forgive us our sins
As we forgive those who sin against us
Save us from the time of trial
And deliver us from evil,
For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are Yours,
Amen.

Make us worthy, Lord,
to serve our brothers and sisters throughout the world,
who live and die in poverty and pain.
Give them today their daily bread
and through our understanding love, give peace and joy.
Amen


Seek Ye First

Seek Ye First Seek ye first, the Kingdom of God
And His righteousness
And all these things shall be added unto you
Allelu, alleluia Al-le-lu, al-le-lu-ia

Ask, and it shall be given unto you
Seek, and ye shall find
Knock, and it shall be opened unto you
Allelu, alleluia 
Al-le-lu, al-le-lu-ia


Psalm 103
1 Praise the Lord, my soul;
    
all my inmost being, praise his holy name.

2 Praise the Lord, my soul,

and forget not all his benefits—

3 who forgives all your sins
    
and heals all your diseases,

4 who redeems your life from the pit
    
and crowns you with love and compassion,

5 who satisfies your desires with good things
    
so that your youth is renewed like the eagle’s.
6 The Lord works righteousness
    
and justice for all the oppressed.
7 He made known his ways to Moses,
    
his deeds to the people of Israel:

8 The Lord is compassionate and gracious,
    
slow to anger, abounding in love.

9 He will not always accuse,
    
nor will he harbor his anger forever;

10 he does not treat us as our sins deserve
    
or repay us according to our iniquities.

11 For as high as the heavens are above the earth,
    
so great is his love for those who fear him;

12 as far as the east is from the west,
    
so far has he removed our transgressions from us.
13 As a father has compassion on his children,
    
so the Lord has compassion on those who fear him;

14 for he knows how we are formed,
    
he remembers that we are dust.

15 The life of mortals is like grass,
    
they flourish like a flower of the field;

16 the wind blows over it and it is gone,
    
and its place remembers it no more.

17 But from everlasting to everlasting
    
the Lord’s love is with those who fear him,
    
and his righteousness with their children’s children—

18 with those who keep his covenant
    
and remember to obey his precepts.
19 The Lord has established his throne in heaven,
    
and his kingdom rules over all.
20 Praise the Lord, you his angels,
    
you mighty ones who do his bidding,
    
who obey his word.

21 Praise the Lord, all his heavenly hosts,
    
you his servants who do his will.

22 Praise the Lord, all his works
    
everywhere in his dominion.
Praise the Lord, my soul.

Blessed are the poor,

for theirs is the Kingdom of God.

Blessed are the hungry,

for they shall be filled.

Blessed are the meek,

for they shall inherit the earth.

Blessed are the pure in heart,

for they shall see God.

Blessed are those who mourn,

for they shall be comforted.

Blessed are the merciful,

for they shall be shown mercy.

Blessed are the peacemakers,

for they are the children of God.
Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness and justice,

for great is their reward.
Come, Holy Spirit. We pray that your fruit would be in us:
love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.

Dear Jesus, help us to spread your fragrance everywhere.

Through our lives and by our prayers : may your kingdom come!
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.


Oh How We Need You
All Sons and Daughters

Lord we find You in the seeking 
Lord we find You in the doubt 
And to know You is to love You
And to know so little else 

We need You    
Oh how we need You 
 

Lord we find You in the morning 
Lord we seek You every day 
And let our lives be for Your glory 
Woven in Your threads of grace 

We need You    
Oh how we need You 


Light glorious light 
We will go where You shine 
Break the dawn, crack the skies
Make the way bright before us 
In Your light, we will find 
What we need, What we need is You



Attributions

Liturgy
Copyright 2010 Zondercan/infor@thesimpleway.org (adapted)

“Almighty God”
Words and music by: David Leonard, Leslie Jordan, Sandra McCracken
© 2015 Integrity's Alleluia! Music Integrity's Praise! Music Drink Your Tea Music Used by Permission.
CCLI License: 3237733

“Oh How I Need You”
Words and music by: Leslie Jordan, David Leonard, Stu Garrard, Paul Mabury
© 2012 Integrity's Alleluia! Music Integrity's Praise! Music So Essential Tunes Spirit Nashville Three Stugio Music Publishing
Used by Permission. CCLI License: 3237733