Christ the King (White / Gold) The Collect Stir up, we beseech thee, O Lord, the wills of thy faithful people; that they, plenteously bringing forth the fruit of good works, may of thee be plenteously rewarded; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. (The Book of Common Prayer) The Epistle – Ephesians 1: 15-23 15 Wherefore … Continue reading Collect and Bible Readings – Sunday 26th November
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Love Your Enemies
In the season of Remembrance, we consider those who have heroically given their lives in war. However, Jesus calls all of us to a radical heroism in our daily lives, ‘You have heard that it was said, ‘Love your neighbour and hate your enemy.’ But I tell you: Love your enemies and pray for those … Continue reading Love Your Enemies
Collect and Bible Readings – 19th November, 2023
The Second Sunday Before Advent (Green) The Collect O Lord, we beseech thee, absolve thy people from their offences; that through thy bountiful goodness we may all be delivered from the bands of those sins, which by our frailty we have committed: Grant this, O heavenly Father, for Jesus Christ's sake, our blessed Lord and … Continue reading Collect and Bible Readings – 19th November, 2023