The Collect God of glory, the end of our searching, help us to lay aside all that prevents us from seeking your kingdom, and to give all that we have to gain the pearl beyond all price, through our Saviour Jesus Christ. Amen. A reading from the book of Proverbs 25.6-7 Do not put yourself [More…]
The Collect Lord of heaven and earth, as Jesus taught his disciples to be persistent in prayer, give us patience and courage never to lose hope, but always to bring our prayers before you; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. A reading from the book of the prophet Isaiah 58.9b-14 You shall call, and the [More…]
The Collect Gracious Father, revive your Church in our day, and make her holy, strong and faithful, for your glory’s sake in Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. A reading from the book of the prophet Jeremiah 23.23-29 Am I a God near by, says the LORD, and not a God far off? Who can hide [More…]
The Collect Lord God, your Son left the riches of heaven and became poor for our sake: when we prosper save us from pride, when we are needy save us from despair, that we may trust in you alone; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. A reading from the book of Genesis 15.1-6 The word [More…]
The Collect Generous God, you give us gifts and make them grow: though our faith is small as mustard-seed, make it grow to your glory and the flourishing of your kingdom; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. A reading from the book of Ecclesiastes 1.2, 12-14, 2.18-23 Vanity of vanities, says the Teacher, vanity of [More…]
The Collect Creator God, you made us all in your image: may we discern you in all that we see, and serve you in all that we do; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. A reading from the book of Genesis 18.20-32 The LORD appeared to Abraham by the oaks of Mamre and said, [More…]
The Collect Almighty God, send down upon your Church the riches of your Spirit, and kindle in all who minister the gospel your countless gifts of grace; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. A reading from the book of Genesis 18.1-10a The LORD appeared to Abraham by the oaks of Mamre, as he sat [More…]
The Collect Gracious Father, by the obedience of Jesus you brought salvation to our wayward world: draw us into harmony with your will that we may find all things restored in him, our Saviour, Jesus Christ. Amen. A reading from the book of Deuteronomy 30.9-14 Moses spoke to the people, saying, The LORD your [More…]
The Collect God our Saviour, look on this wounded world in pity and in power and help us to hold fast to your promises of peace won for us by your Son, our Saviour Jesus Christ. Amen. A reading from the book of the prophet Isaiah 66.10-14 Rejoice with Jerusalem, and be glad for her, [More…]
The Collect Faithful Creator, whose mercy never fails: deepen our faithfulness to you and to your living Word, Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. A reading from the first book of Kings 19.15-16, 19-21 The LORD said to Elijah, ‘Go, return on your way to the wilderness of Damascus; when you arrive, you shall anoint [More…]