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    Easter

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

    Confession

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

    People: Almighty and most merciful Father, we have erred and strayed from your ways like lost sheep. We have followed too much the devices and desires of our own hearts. We have offended against your holy laws.
    We have left undone those things which we ought to have done, and we have done those things which we ought not to have done; and apart from your grace, there is no health in us.
    O Lord, have mercy upon us. Spare all those who confess their faults. Restore all those who are penitent, according to your promises declared to all people in Christ Jesus our Lord. And grant, O most merciful Father, for his sake, that we may now live a godly, righteous, and sober life, to the glory of your holy Name. Amen.

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

    Invitatory & Psalms

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

    Christ our Passover

    Pascha Nostrum - BCP p. 83

    Alleluia.

    Christ our Passover has been sacrificed for us; *

    therefore let us keep the feast,

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

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

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

    death no longer has dominion over him.

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

    but the life he lives, he lives to God.

    So also consider yourselves dead to sin, *

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

    Christ has been raised from the dead, *

    the first fruits of those who have fallen asleep.

    For since by a man came death, *

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

    For as in Adam all die, *

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

    Psalm 65

    Te decet hymnus

    BCP p. 672

    You are to be praised, O God, in Zion; *

    to you shall vows be performed in Jerusalem.

    To you that hear prayer shall all flesh come, *

    because of their transgressions.

    Our sins are stronger than we are, *

    but you will blot them out.

    Happy are they whom you choose

    and draw to your courts to dwell there! *

    they will be satisfied by the beauty of your house,

    by the holiness of your temple.

    Awesome things will you show us in your righteousness,

    O God of our salvation, *

    O Hope of all the ends of the earth

    and of the seas that are far away.

    You make fast the mountains by your power; *

    they are girded about with might.

    You still the roaring of the seas, *

    the roaring of their waves,

    and the clamor of the peoples.

    Those who dwell at the ends of the earth will tremble at your marvelous signs; *

    you make the dawn and the dusk to sing for joy.

    You visit the earth and water it abundantly;

    you make it very plenteous; *

    the river of God is full of water.

    You prepare the grain, *

    for so you provide for the earth.

    You drench the furrows and smooth out the ridges; *

    with heavy rain you soften the ground and bless its increase.

    You crown the year with your goodness, *

    and your paths overflow with plenty.

    May the fields of the wilderness be rich for grazing, *

    and the hills be clothed with joy.

    May the meadows cover themselves with flocks,

    and the valleys cloak themselves with grain; *

    let them shout for joy and sing.

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

    The Lessons

    Lev. 16:1-19

    The Lord spoke to Moses after the death of the two sons of Aaron, when they drew near before the Lord and died. The Lord said to Moses: Tell your brother Aaron not to come just at any time into the sanctuary inside the curtain before the mercy seat that is upon the ark, or he will die; for I appear in the cloud upon the mercy seat. Thus shall Aaron come into the holy place: with a young bull for a sin offering and a ram for a burnt offering. He shall put on the holy linen tunic, and shall have the linen undergarments next to his body, fasten the linen sash, and wear the linen turban; these are the holy vestments. He shall bathe his body in water, and then put them on. He shall take from the congregation of the people of Israel two male goats for a sin offering, and one ram for a burnt offering. Aaron shall offer the bull as a sin offering for himself, and shall make atonement for himself and for his house. He shall take the two goats and set them before the Lord at the entrance of the tent of meeting; and Aaron shall cast lots on the two goats, one lot for the Lord and the other lot for Azazel. Aaron shall present the goat on which the lot fell for the Lord, and offer it as a sin offering; but the goat on which the lot fell for Azazel shall be presented alive before the Lord to make atonement over it, that it may be sent away into the wilderness to Azazel. Aaron shall present the bull as a sin offering for himself, and shall make atonement for himself and for his house; he shall slaughter the bull as a sin offering for himself. He shall take a censer full of coals of fire from the altar before the Lord, and two handfuls of crushed sweet incense, and he shall bring it inside the curtain and put the incense on the fire before the Lord, that the cloud of the incense may cover the mercy seat that is upon the covenant, or he will die. He shall take some of the blood of the bull, and sprinkle it with his finger on the front of the mercy seat, and before the mercy seat he shall sprinkle the blood with his finger seven times. He shall slaughter the goat of the sin offering that is for the people and bring its blood inside the curtain, and do with its blood as he did with the blood of the bull, sprinkling it upon the mercy seat and before the mercy seat. Thus he shall make atonement for the sanctuary, because of the uncleannesses of the people of Israel, and because of their transgressions, all their sins; and so he shall do for the tent of meeting, which remains with them in the midst of their uncleannesses. No one shall be in the tent of meeting from the time he enters to make atonement in the sanctuary until he comes out and has made atonement for himself and for his house and for all the assembly of Israel. Then he shall go out to the altar that is before the Lord and make atonement on its behalf, and shall take some of the blood of the bull and of the blood of the goat, and put it on each of the horns of the altar. He shall sprinkle some of the blood on it with his finger seven times, and cleanse it and hallow it from the uncleannesses of the people of Israel.

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

    21. You are God

    Te Deum laudamus

    You are God: we praise you;

    You are the Lord; we acclaim you;

    You are the eternal Father:

    All creation worships you.

    To you all angels, all the powers of heaven,

    Cherubim and Seraphim, sing in endless praise:

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

    heaven and earth are full of your glory.

    The glorious company of apostles praise you.

    The noble fellowship of prophets praise you.

    The white-robed army of martyrs praise you.

    Throughout the world the holy Church acclaims you;

    Father, of majesty unbounded,

    your true and only Son, worthy of all worship,

    and the Holy Spirit, advocate and guide.

    You, Christ, are the king of glory,

    the eternal Son of the Father.

    When you became man to set us free

    you did not shun the Virgin’s womb.

    You overcame the sting of death

    and opened the kingdom of heaven to all believers.

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

    We believe that you will come and be our judge.

    Come then, Lord, and help your people,

    bought with the price of your own blood,

    and bring us with your saints

    to glory everlasting.

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

    1 Thess. 4:13-18

    But we do not want you to be uninformed, brothers and sisters, about those who have died, so that you may not grieve as others do who have no hope. For since we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so, through Jesus, God will bring with him those who have died. For this we declare to you by the word of the Lord, that we who are alive, who are left until the coming of the Lord, will by no means precede those who have died. For the Lord himself, with a cry of command, with the archangel's call and with the sound of God's trumpet, will descend from heaven, and the dead in Christ will rise first. Then we who are alive, who are left, will be caught up in the clouds together with them to meet the Lord in the air; and so we will be with the Lord forever. Therefore encourage one another with these words.

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

    16. The Song of Zechariah

    Benedictus Dominus Deus - Luke 1: 68-79

    Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel; *

    he has come to his people and set them free.

    He has raised up for us a mighty savior, *

    born of the house of his servant David.

    Through his holy prophets he promised of old,

    that he would save us from our enemies, *

    from the hands of all who hate us.

    He promised to show mercy to our fathers *

    and to remember his holy covenant.

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

    to set us free from the hands of our enemies,

    Free to worship him without fear, *

    holy and righteous in his sight

    all the days of our life.

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

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

    To give his people knowledge of salvation *

    by the forgiveness of their sins.

    In the tender compassion of our God *

    the dawn from on high shall break upon us,

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

    and to guide our feet into the way of peace.

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

    The Creed

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

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

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

    The Prayers

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

    The Lord’s Prayer

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

    The Suffrages

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

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

    Fifth Sunday in Easter

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

    A Collect for Peace

    O God, the author of peace and lover of concord, to know you is eternal life and to serve you is perfect freedom: Defend us, your humble servants, in all assaults of our enemies; that we, surely trusting in your defense, may not fear the power of any adversaries; through the might of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

    A Collect for Grace

    Lord God, almighty and everlasting Father, you have brought us in safety to this new day: Preserve us with your mighty power, that we may not fall into sin, nor be overcome by adversity; and in all we do, direct us to the fulfilling of your purpose; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

    For Mission

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

    Thanksgivings

    The General Thanksgiving

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

    A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

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

    Conclusion

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

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

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    Easter

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

    Confession

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

    People: Almighty and most merciful Father, we have erred and strayed from your ways like lost sheep. We have followed too much the devices and desires of our own hearts. We have offended against your holy laws.
    We have left undone those things which we ought to have done, and we have done those things which we ought not to have done; and apart from your grace, there is no health in us.
    O Lord, have mercy upon us. Spare all those who confess their faults. Restore all those who are penitent, according to your promises declared to all people in Christ Jesus our Lord. And grant, O most merciful Father, for his sake, that we may now live a godly, righteous, and sober life, to the glory of your holy Name. Amen.

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

    Invitatory & Psalms

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

    Christ our Passover

    Pascha Nostrum - BCP p. 83

    Alleluia.

    Christ our Passover has been sacrificed for us; *

    therefore let us keep the feast,

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

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

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

    death no longer has dominion over him.

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

    but the life he lives, he lives to God.

    So also consider yourselves dead to sin, *

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

    Christ has been raised from the dead, *

    the first fruits of those who have fallen asleep.

    For since by a man came death, *

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

    For as in Adam all die, *

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

    Psalm 24

    Domini est terra

    BCP p. 613

    The earth is the Lord’s and all that is in it, *

    the world and all who dwell therein.

    For it is he who founded it upon the seas *

    and made it firm upon the rivers of the deep.

    “Who can ascend the hill of the Lord? *

    and who can stand in his holy place?”

    “Those who have clean hands and a pure heart, *

    who have not pledged themselves to falsehood,

    nor sworn by what is a fraud.

    They shall receive a blessing from the Lord *

    and a just reward from the God of their salvation.”

    Such is the generation of those who seek him, *

    of those who seek your face, O God of Jacob.

    Lift up your heads, O gates;

    lift them high, O everlasting doors; *

    and the King of glory shall come in.

    “Who is this King of glory?” *

    “The Lord, strong and mighty,

    the Lord, mighty in battle.”

    Lift up your heads, O gates;

    lift them high, O everlasting doors; *

    and the King of glory shall come in.

    “Who is he, this King of glory?” *

    “The Lord of hosts,

    he is the King of glory.”

    Psalm 29

    Afferte Domino

    BCP p. 620

    Ascribe to the Lord, you gods, *

    ascribe to the Lord glory and strength.

    Ascribe to the Lord the glory due his Name; *

    worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness.

    The voice of the Lord is upon the waters;

    the God of glory thunders; *

    the Lord is upon the mighty waters.

    The voice of the Lord is a powerful voice; *

    the voice of the Lord is a voice of splendor.

    The voice of the Lord breaks the cedar trees; *

    the Lord breaks the cedars of Lebanon;

    He makes Lebanon skip like a calf, *

    and Mount Hermon like a young wild ox.

    The voice of the Lord splits the flames of fire;

    the voice of the Lord shakes the wilderness; *

    the Lord shakes the wilderness of Kadesh.

    The voice of the Lord makes the oak trees writhe *

    and strips the forests bare.

    And in the temple of the Lord *

    all are crying, “Glory!”

    The Lord sits enthroned above the flood; *

    the Lord sits enthroned as King for evermore.

    The Lord shall give strength to his people; *

    the Lord shall give his people the blessing of peace.

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

    The Lessons

    Lev. 8:1-13,30-36

    The Lord spoke to Moses, saying: Take Aaron and his sons with him, the vestments, the anointing oil, the bull of sin offering, the two rams, and the basket of unleavened bread; and assemble the whole congregation at the entrance of the tent of meeting. And Moses did as the Lord commanded him. When the congregation was assembled at the entrance of the tent of meeting, Moses said to the congregation, "This is what the Lord has commanded to be done." Then Moses brought Aaron and his sons forward, and washed them with water. He put the tunic on him, fastened the sash around him, clothed him with the robe, and put the ephod on him. He then put the decorated band of the ephod around him, tying the ephod to him with it. He placed the breastpiece on him, and in the breastpiece he put the Urim and the Thummim. And he set the turban on his head, and on the turban, in front, he set the golden ornament, the holy crown, as the Lord commanded Moses. Then Moses took the anointing oil and anointed the tabernacle and all that was in it, and consecrated them. He sprinkled some of it on the altar seven times, and anointed the altar and all its utensils, and the basin and its base, to consecrate them. He poured some of the anointing oil on Aaron's head and anointed him, to consecrate him. And Moses brought forward Aaron's sons, and clothed them with tunics, and fastened sashes around them, and tied headdresses on them, as the Lord commanded Moses. Then Moses took some of the anointing oil and some of the blood that was on the altar and sprinkled them on Aaron and his vestments, and also on his sons and their vestments. Thus he consecrated Aaron and his vestments, and also his sons and their vestments. And Moses said to Aaron and his sons, "Boil the flesh at the entrance of the tent of meeting, and eat it there with the bread that is in the basket of ordination offerings, as I was commanded, 'Aaron and his sons shall eat it' and what remains of the flesh and the bread you shall burn with fire. You shall not go outside the entrance of the tent of meeting for seven days, until the day when your period of ordination is completed. For it will take seven days to ordain you; as has been done today, the Lord has commanded to be done to make atonement for you. You shall remain at the entrance of the tent of meeting day and night for seven days, keeping the Lord's charge so that you do not die; for so I am commanded." Aaron and his sons did all the things that the Lord commanded through Moses.

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

    21. You are God

    Te Deum laudamus

    You are God: we praise you;

    You are the Lord; we acclaim you;

    You are the eternal Father:

    All creation worships you.

    To you all angels, all the powers of heaven,

    Cherubim and Seraphim, sing in endless praise:

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

    heaven and earth are full of your glory.

    The glorious company of apostles praise you.

    The noble fellowship of prophets praise you.

    The white-robed army of martyrs praise you.

    Throughout the world the holy Church acclaims you;

    Father, of majesty unbounded,

    your true and only Son, worthy of all worship,

    and the Holy Spirit, advocate and guide.

    You, Christ, are the king of glory,

    the eternal Son of the Father.

    When you became man to set us free

    you did not shun the Virgin’s womb.

    You overcame the sting of death

    and opened the kingdom of heaven to all believers.

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

    We believe that you will come and be our judge.

    Come then, Lord, and help your people,

    bought with the price of your own blood,

    and bring us with your saints

    to glory everlasting.

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

    Heb. 12:1-14

    Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight and the sin that clings so closely, and let us run with perseverance the race that is set before us, looking to Jesus the pioneer and perfecter of our faith, who for the sake of the joy that was set before him endured the cross, disregarding its shame, and has taken his seat at the right hand of the throne of God. Consider him who endured such hostility against himself from sinners, so that you may not grow weary or lose heart. In your struggle against sin you have not yet resisted to the point of shedding your blood. And you have forgotten the exhortation that addresses you as children-- "My child, do not regard lightly the discipline of the Lord, or lose heart when you are punished by him; for the Lord disciplines those whom he loves, and chastises every child whom he accepts." Endure trials for the sake of discipline. God is treating you as children; for what child is there whom a parent does not discipline? If you do not have that discipline in which all children share, then you are illegitimate and not his children. Moreover, we had human parents to discipline us, and we respected them. Should we not be even more willing to be subject to the Father of spirits and live? For they disciplined us for a short time as seemed best to them, but he disciplines us for our good, in order that we may share his holiness. Now, discipline always seems painful rather than pleasant at the time, but later it yields the peaceful fruit of righteousness to those who have been trained by it. Therefore lift your drooping hands and strengthen your weak knees, and make straight paths for your feet, so that what is lame may not be put out of joint, but rather be healed. Pursue peace with everyone, and the holiness without which no one will see the Lord.

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

    16. The Song of Zechariah

    Benedictus Dominus Deus - Luke 1: 68-79

    Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel; *

    he has come to his people and set them free.

    He has raised up for us a mighty savior, *

    born of the house of his servant David.

    Through his holy prophets he promised of old,

    that he would save us from our enemies, *

    from the hands of all who hate us.

    He promised to show mercy to our fathers *

    and to remember his holy covenant.

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

    to set us free from the hands of our enemies,

    Free to worship him without fear, *

    holy and righteous in his sight

    all the days of our life.

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

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

    To give his people knowledge of salvation *

    by the forgiveness of their sins.

    In the tender compassion of our God *

    the dawn from on high shall break upon us,

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

    and to guide our feet into the way of peace.

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

    The Creed

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

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

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

    The Prayers

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

    The Lord’s Prayer

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

    The Suffrages

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

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

    Fifth Sunday in Easter

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

    A Collect for Peace

    O God, the author of peace and lover of concord, to know you is eternal life and to serve you is perfect freedom: Defend us, your humble servants, in all assaults of our enemies; that we, surely trusting in your defense, may not fear the power of any adversaries; through the might of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

    A Collect for Grace

    Lord God, almighty and everlasting Father, you have brought us in safety to this new day: Preserve us with your mighty power, that we may not fall into sin, nor be overcome by adversity; and in all we do, direct us to the fulfilling of your purpose; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

    For Mission

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

    Thanksgivings

    The General Thanksgiving

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

    A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

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

    Conclusion

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

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

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    Easter

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

    Confession

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

    People: Almighty and most merciful Father, we have erred and strayed from your ways like lost sheep. We have followed too much the devices and desires of our own hearts. We have offended against your holy laws.
    We have left undone those things which we ought to have done, and we have done those things which we ought not to have done; and apart from your grace, there is no health in us.
    O Lord, have mercy upon us. Spare all those who confess their faults. Restore all those who are penitent, according to your promises declared to all people in Christ Jesus our Lord. And grant, O most merciful Father, for his sake, that we may now live a godly, righteous, and sober life, to the glory of your holy Name. Amen.

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

    Invitatory & Psalms

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

    Christ our Passover

    Pascha Nostrum - BCP p. 83

    Alleluia.

    Christ our Passover has been sacrificed for us; *

    therefore let us keep the feast,

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

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

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

    death no longer has dominion over him.

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

    but the life he lives, he lives to God.

    So also consider yourselves dead to sin, *

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

    Christ has been raised from the dead, *

    the first fruits of those who have fallen asleep.

    For since by a man came death, *

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

    For as in Adam all die, *

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

    Psalm 55

    Exaudi, Deus

    BCP p. 660

    Hear my prayer,O God; *

    do not hide yourself from my petition.

    Listen to me and answer me; *

    I have no peace, because of my cares.

    I am shaken by the noise of the enemy *

    and by the pressure of the wicked;

    For they have cast an evil spell upon me *

    and are set against me in fury.

    My heart quakes within me, *

    and the terrors of death have fallen upon me.

    Fear and trembling have come over me, *

    and horror overwhelms me.

    And I said, “Oh, that I had wings like a dove! *

    I would fly away and be at rest.

    I would flee to a far-off place *

    and make my lodging in the wilderness.

    I would hasten to escape *

    from the stormy wind and tempest.”

    Swallow them up, O Lord;

    confound their speech; *

    for I have seen violence and strife in the city.

    Day and night the watchmen make their rounds upon her walls, *

    but trouble and misery are in the midst of her.

    There is corruption at her heart; *

    her streets are never free of oppression and deceit.

    For had it been an adversary who taunted me,

    then I could have borne it; *

    or had it been an enemy who vaunted himself against me,

    then I could have hidden from him.

    But it was you, a man after my own heart, *

    my companion, my own familiar friend.

    We took sweet counsel together, *

    and walked with the throng in the house of God.

    Let death come upon them suddenly;

    let them go down alive to the grave; *

    for wickedness is in their dwellings, in their very midst.

    But I will call upon God, *

    and the Lord will deliver me.

    In the evening, in the morning, and at noonday,

    I will complain and lament, *

    and he will hear my voice.

    He will bring me safely back from the battle waged against me; *

    for there are many who fight me.

    God, who is enthroned of old, will hear me and bring them down; *

    they never change; they do not fear God.

    My companion stretched forth his hand against his comrade; *

    he has broken his covenant.

    His speech is softer than butter, *

    but war is in his heart.

    His words are smoother than oil, *

    but they are drawn swords.

    Cast your burden upon the Lord,

    and he will sustain you; *

    he will never let the righteous stumble.

    For you will bring the bloodthirsty and deceitful *

    down to the pit of destruction, O God.

    They shall not live out half their days, *

    but I will put my trust in you.

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

    The Lessons

    Exod. 40:18-38

    Moses set up the tabernacle; he laid its bases, and set up its frames, and put in its poles, and raised up its pillars; and he spread the tent over the tabernacle, and put the covering of the tent over it; as the Lord had commanded Moses. He took the covenant and put it into the ark, and put the poles on the ark, and set the mercy seat above the ark; and he brought the ark into the tabernacle, and set up the curtain for screening, and screened the ark of the covenant; as the Lord had commanded Moses. He put the table in the tent of meeting, on the north side of the tabernacle, outside the curtain, and set the bread in order on it before the Lord; as the Lord had commanded Moses. He put the lampstand in the tent of meeting, opposite the table on the south side of the tabernacle, and set up the lamps before the Lord; as the Lord had commanded Moses. He put the golden altar in the tent of meeting before the curtain, and offered fragrant incense on it; as the Lord had commanded Moses. He also put in place the screen for the entrance of the tabernacle. He set the altar of burnt offering at the entrance of the tabernacle of the tent of meeting, and offered on it the burnt offering and the grain offering as the Lord had commanded Moses. He set the basin between the tent of meeting and the altar, and put water in it for washing, with which Moses and Aaron and his sons washed their hands and their feet. When they went into the tent of meeting, and when they approached the altar, they washed; as the Lord had commanded Moses. He set up the court around the tabernacle and the altar, and put up the screen at the gate of the court. So Moses finished the work. Then the cloud covered the tent of meeting, and the glory of the Lord filled the tabernacle. Moses was not able to enter the tent of meeting because the cloud settled upon it, and the glory of the Lord filled the tabernacle. Whenever the cloud was taken up from the tabernacle, the Israelites would set out on each stage of their journey; but if the cloud was not taken up, then they did not set out until the day that it was taken up. For the cloud of the Lord was on the tabernacle by day, and fire was in the cloud by night, before the eyes of all the house of Israel at each stage of their journey.

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

    21. You are God

    Te Deum laudamus

    You are God: we praise you;

    You are the Lord; we acclaim you;

    You are the eternal Father:

    All creation worships you.

    To you all angels, all the powers of heaven,

    Cherubim and Seraphim, sing in endless praise:

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

    heaven and earth are full of your glory.

    The glorious company of apostles praise you.

    The noble fellowship of prophets praise you.

    The white-robed army of martyrs praise you.

    Throughout the world the holy Church acclaims you;

    Father, of majesty unbounded,

    your true and only Son, worthy of all worship,

    and the Holy Spirit, advocate and guide.

    You, Christ, are the king of glory,

    the eternal Son of the Father.

    When you became man to set us free

    you did not shun the Virgin’s womb.

    You overcame the sting of death

    and opened the kingdom of heaven to all believers.

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

    We believe that you will come and be our judge.

    Come then, Lord, and help your people,

    bought with the price of your own blood,

    and bring us with your saints

    to glory everlasting.

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

    1 Thess. 4:1-12

    Finally, brothers and sisters, we ask and urge you in the Lord Jesus that, as you learned from us how you ought to live and to please God (as, in fact, you are doing), you should do so more and more. For you know what instructions we gave you through the Lord Jesus. For this is the will of God, your sanctification: that you abstain from fornication; that each one of you know how to control your own body in holiness and honor, not with lustful passion, like the Gentiles who do not know God; that no one wrong or exploit a brother or sister in this matter, because the Lord is an avenger in all these things, just as we have already told you beforehand and solemnly warned you. For God did not call us to impurity but in holiness. Therefore whoever rejects this rejects not human authority but God, who also gives his Holy Spirit to you. Now concerning love of the brothers and sisters, you do not need to have anyone write to you, for you yourselves have been taught by God to love one another; and indeed you do love all the brothers and sisters throughout Macedonia. But we urge you, beloved, to do so more and more, to aspire to live quietly, to mind your own affairs, and to work with your hands, as we directed you, so that you may behave properly toward outsiders and be dependent on no one.

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

    16. The Song of Zechariah

    Benedictus Dominus Deus - Luke 1: 68-79

    Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel; *

    he has come to his people and set them free.

    He has raised up for us a mighty savior, *

    born of the house of his servant David.

    Through his holy prophets he promised of old,

    that he would save us from our enemies, *

    from the hands of all who hate us.

    He promised to show mercy to our fathers *

    and to remember his holy covenant.

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

    to set us free from the hands of our enemies,

    Free to worship him without fear, *

    holy and righteous in his sight

    all the days of our life.

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

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

    To give his people knowledge of salvation *

    by the forgiveness of their sins.

    In the tender compassion of our God *

    the dawn from on high shall break upon us,

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

    and to guide our feet into the way of peace.

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

    The Creed

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

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

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

    The Prayers

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

    The Lord’s Prayer

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

    The Suffrages

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

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

    Fourth Sunday in Easter

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

    A Collect for Peace

    O God, the author of peace and lover of concord, to know you is eternal life and to serve you is perfect freedom: Defend us, your humble servants, in all assaults of our enemies; that we, surely trusting in your defense, may not fear the power of any adversaries; through the might of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

    A Collect for Grace

    Lord God, almighty and everlasting Father, you have brought us in safety to this new day: Preserve us with your mighty power, that we may not fall into sin, nor be overcome by adversity; and in all we do, direct us to the fulfilling of your purpose; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

    For Mission

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

    Thanksgivings

    The General Thanksgiving

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

    A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

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

    Conclusion

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

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

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    Easter

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

    Confession

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

    People: Almighty and most merciful Father, we have erred and strayed from your ways like lost sheep. We have followed too much the devices and desires of our own hearts. We have offended against your holy laws.
    We have left undone those things which we ought to have done, and we have done those things which we ought not to have done; and apart from your grace, there is no health in us.
    O Lord, have mercy upon us. Spare all those who confess their faults. Restore all those who are penitent, according to your promises declared to all people in Christ Jesus our Lord. And grant, O most merciful Father, for his sake, that we may now live a godly, righteous, and sober life, to the glory of your holy Name. Amen.

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

    Invitatory & Psalms

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

    Christ our Passover

    Pascha Nostrum - BCP p. 83

    Alleluia.

    Christ our Passover has been sacrificed for us; *

    therefore let us keep the feast,

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

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

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

    death no longer has dominion over him.

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

    but the life he lives, he lives to God.

    So also consider yourselves dead to sin, *

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

    Christ has been raised from the dead, *

    the first fruits of those who have fallen asleep.

    For since by a man came death, *

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

    For as in Adam all die, *

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

    Psalm 40

    Expectans, expectavi

    BCP p. 640

    Iwaited patiently upon the Lord; *

    he stooped to me and heard my cry.

    He lifted me out of the desolate pit, out of the mire and clay; *

    he set my feet upon a high cliff and made my footing sure.

    He put a new song in my mouth,

    a song of praise to our God; *

    many shall see, and stand in awe,

    and put their trust in the Lord.

    Happy are they who trust in the Lord! *

    they do not resort to evil spirits or turn to false gods.

    Great things are they that you have done, O Lord my God!

    how great your wonders and your plans for us! *

    there is none who can be compared with you.

    Oh, that I could make them known and tell them! *

    but they are more than I can count.

    In sacrifice and offering you take no pleasure *

    (you have given me ears to hear you);

    Burnt-offering and sin-offering you have not required, *

    and so I said, “Behold, I come.

    In the roll of the book it is written concerning me: *

    ‘I love to do your will, O my God;

    your law is deep in my heart.’”

    I proclaimed righteousness in the great congregation; *

    behold, I did not restrain my lips;

    and that, O Lord, you know.

    Your righteousness have I not hidden in my heart;

    I have spoken of your faithfulness and your deliverance; *

    I have not concealed your love and faithfulness from the great congregation.

    You are the Lord;

    do not withhold your compassion from me; *

    let your love and your faithfulness keep me safe for ever,

    For innumerable troubles have crowded upon me;

    my sins have overtaken me, and I cannot see; *

    they are more in number than the hairs of my head,

    and my heart fails me.

    Be pleased, O Lord, to deliver me; *

    O Lord, make haste to help me.

    Let them be ashamed and altogether dismayed

    who seek after my life to destroy it; *

    let them draw back and be disgraced who take pleasure in my misfortune.

    Let those who say “Aha!” and gloat over me be confounded, *

    because they are ashamed.

    Let all who seek you rejoice in you and be glad; *

    let those who love your salvation continually say,

    “Great is the Lord!”

    Though I am poor and afflicted, *

    the Lord will have regard for me.

    You are my helper and my deliverer; *

    do not tarry, O my God.

    Psalm 54

    Deus, in nomine

    BCP p. 659

    Save me, O God, by your Name; *

    in your might, defend my cause.

    Hear my prayer, O God; *

    give ear to the words of my mouth.

    For the arrogant have risen up against me,

    and the ruthless have sought my life, *

    those who have no regard for God.

    Behold, God is my helper; *

    it is the Lord who sustains my life.

    Render evil to those who spy on me; *

    in your faithfulness, destroy them.

    I will offer you a freewill sacrifice *

    and praise your Name, O Lord, for it is good.

    For you have rescued me from every trouble, *

    and my eye has seen the ruin of my foes.

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

    The Lessons

    Exod. 34:18-35

    You shall keep the festival of unleavened bread. Seven days you shall eat unleavened bread, as I commanded you, at the time appointed in the month of Abib; for in the month of Abib you came out from Egypt. All that first opens the womb is mine, all your male livestock, the firstborn of cow and sheep. The firstborn of a donkey you shall redeem with a lamb, or if you will not redeem it you shall break its neck. All the firstborn of your sons you shall redeem. No one shall appear before me empty-handed. Six days you shall work, but on the seventh day you shall rest; even in plowing time and in harvest time you shall rest. You shall observe the festival of weeks, the first fruits of wheat harvest, and the festival of ingathering at the turn of the year. Three times in the year all your males shall appear before the Lord God, the God of Israel. For I will cast out nations before you, and enlarge your borders; no one shall covet your land when you go up to appear before the Lord your God three times in the year. You shall not offer the blood of my sacrifice with leaven, and the sacrifice of the festival of the passover shall not be left until the morning. The best of the first fruits of your ground you shall bring to the house of the Lord your God. You shall not boil a kid in its mother's milk. The Lord said to Moses: Write these words; in accordance with these words I have made a covenant with you and with Israel. He was there with the Lord forty days and forty nights; he neither ate bread nor drank water. And he wrote on the tablets the words of the covenant, the ten commandments. Moses came down from Mount Sinai. As he came down from the mountain with the two tablets of the covenant in his hand, Moses did not know that the skin of his face shone because he had been talking with God. When Aaron and all the Israelites saw Moses, the skin of his face was shining, and they were afraid to come near him. But Moses called to them; and Aaron and all the leaders of the congregation returned to him, and Moses spoke with them. Afterward all the Israelites came near, and he gave them in commandment all that the Lord had spoken with him on Mount Sinai. When Moses had finished speaking with them, he put a veil on his face; but whenever Moses went in before the Lord to speak with him, he would take the veil off, until he came out; and when he came out, and told the Israelites what he had been commanded, the Israelites would see the face of Moses, that the skin of his face was shining; and Moses would put the veil on his face again, until he went in to speak with him.

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

    21. You are God

    Te Deum laudamus

    You are God: we praise you;

    You are the Lord; we acclaim you;

    You are the eternal Father:

    All creation worships you.

    To you all angels, all the powers of heaven,

    Cherubim and Seraphim, sing in endless praise:

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

    heaven and earth are full of your glory.

    The glorious company of apostles praise you.

    The noble fellowship of prophets praise you.

    The white-robed army of martyrs praise you.

    Throughout the world the holy Church acclaims you;

    Father, of majesty unbounded,

    your true and only Son, worthy of all worship,

    and the Holy Spirit, advocate and guide.

    You, Christ, are the king of glory,

    the eternal Son of the Father.

    When you became man to set us free

    you did not shun the Virgin’s womb.

    You overcame the sting of death

    and opened the kingdom of heaven to all believers.

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

    We believe that you will come and be our judge.

    Come then, Lord, and help your people,

    bought with the price of your own blood,

    and bring us with your saints

    to glory everlasting.

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

    1 Thess. 3:1-13

    Therefore when we could bear it no longer, we decided to be left alone in Athens; and we sent Timothy, our brother and co-worker for God in proclaiming the gospel of Christ, to strengthen and encourage you for the sake of your faith, so that no one would be shaken by these persecutions. Indeed, you yourselves know that this is what we are destined for. In fact, when we were with you, we told you beforehand that we were to suffer persecution; so it turned out, as you know. For this reason, when I could bear it no longer, I sent to find out about your faith; I was afraid that somehow the tempter had tempted you and that our labor had been in vain. But Timothy has just now come to us from you, and has brought us the good news of your faith and love. He has told us also that you always remember us kindly and long to see us-- just as we long to see you. For this reason, brothers and sisters, during all our distress and persecution we have been encouraged about you through your faith. For we now live, if you continue to stand firm in the Lord. How can we thank God enough for you in return for all the joy that we feel before our God because of you? Night and day we pray most earnestly that we may see you face to face and restore whatever is lacking in your faith. Now may our God and Father himself and our Lord Jesus direct our way to you. And may the Lord make you increase and abound in love for one another and for all, just as we abound in love for you. And may he so strengthen your hearts in holiness that you may be blameless before our God and Father at the coming of our Lord Jesus with all his saints.

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

    16. The Song of Zechariah

    Benedictus Dominus Deus - Luke 1: 68-79

    Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel; *

    he has come to his people and set them free.

    He has raised up for us a mighty savior, *

    born of the house of his servant David.

    Through his holy prophets he promised of old,

    that he would save us from our enemies, *

    from the hands of all who hate us.

    He promised to show mercy to our fathers *

    and to remember his holy covenant.

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

    to set us free from the hands of our enemies,

    Free to worship him without fear, *

    holy and righteous in his sight

    all the days of our life.

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

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

    To give his people knowledge of salvation *

    by the forgiveness of their sins.

    In the tender compassion of our God *

    the dawn from on high shall break upon us,

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

    and to guide our feet into the way of peace.

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

    The Creed

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

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

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

    The Prayers

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

    The Lord’s Prayer

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

    The Suffrages

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

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

    Fourth Sunday in Easter

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

    A Collect for Peace

    O God, the author of peace and lover of concord, to know you is eternal life and to serve you is perfect freedom: Defend us, your humble servants, in all assaults of our enemies; that we, surely trusting in your defense, may not fear the power of any adversaries; through the might of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

    A Collect for Grace

    Lord God, almighty and everlasting Father, you have brought us in safety to this new day: Preserve us with your mighty power, that we may not fall into sin, nor be overcome by adversity; and in all we do, direct us to the fulfilling of your purpose; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

    For Mission

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

    Thanksgivings

    The General Thanksgiving

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

    A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

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

    Conclusion

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

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

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    Easter

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

    Confession

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

    People: Almighty and most merciful Father, we have erred and strayed from your ways like lost sheep. We have followed too much the devices and desires of our own hearts. We have offended against your holy laws.
    We have left undone those things which we ought to have done, and we have done those things which we ought not to have done; and apart from your grace, there is no health in us.
    O Lord, have mercy upon us. Spare all those who confess their faults. Restore all those who are penitent, according to your promises declared to all people in Christ Jesus our Lord. And grant, O most merciful Father, for his sake, that we may now live a godly, righteous, and sober life, to the glory of your holy Name. Amen.

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

    Invitatory & Psalms

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

    Christ our Passover

    Pascha Nostrum - BCP p. 83

    Alleluia.

    Christ our Passover has been sacrificed for us; *

    therefore let us keep the feast,

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

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

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

    death no longer has dominion over him.

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

    but the life he lives, he lives to God.

    So also consider yourselves dead to sin, *

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

    Christ has been raised from the dead, *

    the first fruits of those who have fallen asleep.

    For since by a man came death, *

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

    For as in Adam all die, *

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

    Psalm 2

    Quare fremuerunt gentes?

    BCP p. 586

    Why are the nations in an uproar? *

    Why do the peoples mutter empty threats?

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

    and the princes plot together, *

    against the Lord and against his Anointed?

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

    “let us cast off their bonds from us.”

    He whose throne is in heaven is laughing; *

    the Lord has them in derision.

    Then he speaks to them in his wrath, *

    and his rage fills them with terror.

    “I myself have set my king *

    upon my holy hill of Zion.”

    Let me announce the decree of the Lord: *

    he said to me, “You are my Son;

    this day have I begotten you.

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

    and the ends of the earth for your possession.

    You shall crush them with an iron rod *

    and shatter them like a piece of pottery.”

    And now, you kings, be wise; *

    be warned, you rulers of the earth.

    Submit to the Lord with fear, *

    and with trembling bow before him;

    Lest he be angry and you perish; *

    for his wrath is quickly kindled.

    Happy are they all *

    who take refuge in him!

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

    The Lessons

    Ecclus. 2:1-11

    My child, when you come to serve the Lord, prepare yourself for testing. Set your heart right and be steadfast, and do not be impetuous in time of calamity. Cling to him and do not depart, so that your last days may be prosperous. Accept whatever befalls you, and in times of humiliation be patient. For gold is tested in the fire, and those found acceptable, in the furnace of humiliation. Trust in him, and he will help you; make your ways straight, and hope in him. You who fear the Lord, wait for his mercy; do not stray, or else you may fall. You who fear the Lord, trust in him, and your reward will not be lost. You who fear the Lord, hope for good things, for lasting joy and mercy. Consider the generations of old and see: has anyone trusted in the Lord and been disappointed? Or has anyone persevered in the fear of the Lord and been forsaken? Or has anyone called upon him and been neglected? For the Lord is compassionate and merciful; he forgives sins and saves in time of distress.

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

    21. You are God

    Te Deum laudamus

    You are God: we praise you;

    You are the Lord; we acclaim you;

    You are the eternal Father:

    All creation worships you.

    To you all angels, all the powers of heaven,

    Cherubim and Seraphim, sing in endless praise:

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

    heaven and earth are full of your glory.

    The glorious company of apostles praise you.

    The noble fellowship of prophets praise you.

    The white-robed army of martyrs praise you.

    Throughout the world the holy Church acclaims you;

    Father, of majesty unbounded,

    your true and only Son, worthy of all worship,

    and the Holy Spirit, advocate and guide.

    You, Christ, are the king of glory,

    the eternal Son of the Father.

    When you became man to set us free

    you did not shun the Virgin’s womb.

    You overcame the sting of death

    and opened the kingdom of heaven to all believers.

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

    We believe that you will come and be our judge.

    Come then, Lord, and help your people,

    bought with the price of your own blood,

    and bring us with your saints

    to glory everlasting.

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

    Acts 12:25-13:3

    Then after completing their mission Barnabas and Saul returned to Jerusalem and brought with them John, whose other name was Mark. Now in the church at Antioch there were prophets and teachers: Barnabas, Simeon who was called Niger, Lucius of Cyrene, Manaen a member of the court of Herod the ruler, and Saul. While they were worshiping the Lord and fasting, the Holy Spirit said, "Set apart for me Barnabas and Saul for the work to which I have called them." Then after fasting and praying they laid their hands on them and sent them off.

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

    16. The Song of Zechariah

    Benedictus Dominus Deus - Luke 1: 68-79

    Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel; *

    he has come to his people and set them free.

    He has raised up for us a mighty savior, *

    born of the house of his servant David.

    Through his holy prophets he promised of old,

    that he would save us from our enemies, *

    from the hands of all who hate us.

    He promised to show mercy to our fathers *

    and to remember his holy covenant.

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

    to set us free from the hands of our enemies,

    Free to worship him without fear, *

    holy and righteous in his sight

    all the days of our life.

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

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

    To give his people knowledge of salvation *

    by the forgiveness of their sins.

    In the tender compassion of our God *

    the dawn from on high shall break upon us,

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

    and to guide our feet into the way of peace.

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

    The Creed

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

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

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

    The Prayers

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

    The Lord’s Prayer

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

    The Suffrages

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

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

    St. Mark

    Almighty God, by the hand of Mark the evangelist you have given to your Church the Gospel of Jesus Christ the Son of God: We thank you for this witness, and pray that we may be firmly grounded in its truth; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

    A Collect for Peace

    O God, the author of peace and lover of concord, to know you is eternal life and to serve you is perfect freedom: Defend us, your humble servants, in all assaults of our enemies; that we, surely trusting in your defense, may not fear the power of any adversaries; through the might of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

    A Collect for Grace

    Lord God, almighty and everlasting Father, you have brought us in safety to this new day: Preserve us with your mighty power, that we may not fall into sin, nor be overcome by adversity; and in all we do, direct us to the fulfilling of your purpose; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

    For Mission

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

    Thanksgivings

    The General Thanksgiving

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

    A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

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

    Conclusion

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

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

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    Easter

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

    Confession

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

    People: Almighty and most merciful Father, we have erred and strayed from your ways like lost sheep. We have followed too much the devices and desires of our own hearts. We have offended against your holy laws.
    We have left undone those things which we ought to have done, and we have done those things which we ought not to have done; and apart from your grace, there is no health in us.
    O Lord, have mercy upon us. Spare all those who confess their faults. Restore all those who are penitent, according to your promises declared to all people in Christ Jesus our Lord. And grant, O most merciful Father, for his sake, that we may now live a godly, righteous, and sober life, to the glory of your holy Name. Amen.

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

    Invitatory & Psalms

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

    Christ our Passover

    Pascha Nostrum - BCP p. 83

    Alleluia.

    Christ our Passover has been sacrificed for us; *

    therefore let us keep the feast,

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

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

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

    death no longer has dominion over him.

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

    but the life he lives, he lives to God.

    So also consider yourselves dead to sin, *

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

    Christ has been raised from the dead, *

    the first fruits of those who have fallen asleep.

    For since by a man came death, *

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

    For as in Adam all die, *

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

    Psalm 119: Zayin

    Memor esto verbi tui

    BCP p. 767

    Remember your word to your servant, *

    because you have given me hope.

    This is my comfort in my trouble, *

    that your promise gives me life.

    The proud have derided me cruelly, *

    but I have not turned from your law.

    When I remember your judgments of old, *

    O Lord, I take great comfort.

    I am filled with a burning rage, *

    because of the wicked who forsake your law.

    Your statutes have been like songs to me *

    wherever I have lived as a stranger.

    I remember your Name in the night, O Lord, *

    and dwell upon your law.

    This is how it has been with me, *

    because I have kept your commandments.

    Psalm 119: Heth

    Portio mea, Domine

    BCP p. 768

    You only are my portion, O Lord; *

    I have promised to keep your words.

    I entreat you with all my heart, *

    be merciful to me according to your promise.

    I have considered my ways *

    and turned my feet toward your decrees.

    I hasten and do not tarry *

    to keep your commandments.

    Though the cords of the wicked entangle me, *

    I do not forget your law.

    At midnight I will rise to give you thanks, *

    because of your righteous judgments.

    I am a companion of all who fear you *

    and of those who keep your commandments.

    The earth, O Lord, is full of your love; *

    instruct me in your statutes.

    Psalm 119: Teth

    Bonitatem fecisti

    BCP p. 768

    OLord, you have dealt graciously with your servant, *

    according to your word.

    Teach me discernment and knowledge, *

    for I have believed in your commandments.

    Before I was afflicted I went astray, *

    but now I keep your word.

    You are good and you bring forth good; *

    instruct me in your statutes.

    The proud have smeared me with lies, *

    but I will keep your commandments with my whole heart.

    Their heart is gross and fat, *

    but my delight is in your law.

    It is good for me that I have been afflicted, *

    that I might learn your statutes.

    The law of your mouth is dearer to me *

    than thousands in gold and silver.

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

    The Lessons

    Exod. 33:1-23

    The Lord said to Moses, "Go, leave this place, you and the people whom you have brought up out of the land of Egypt, and go to the land of which I swore to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, saying, 'To your descendants I will give it.' I will send an angel before you, and I will drive out the Canaanites, the Amorites, the Hittites, the Perizzites, the Hivites, and the Jebusites. Go up to a land flowing with milk and honey; but I will not go up among you, or I would consume you on the way, for you are a stiff-necked people." When the people heard these harsh words, they mourned, and no one put on ornaments. For the Lord had said to Moses, "Say to the Israelites, 'You are a stiff-necked people; if for a single moment I should go up among you, I would consume you. So now take off your ornaments, and I will decide what to do to you.'" Therefore the Israelites stripped themselves of their ornaments, from Mount Horeb onward. Now Moses used to take the tent and pitch it outside the camp, far off from the camp; he called it the tent of meeting. And everyone who sought the Lord would go out to the tent of meeting, which was outside the camp. Whenever Moses went out to the tent, all the people would rise and stand, each of them, at the entrance of their tents and watch Moses until he had gone into the tent. When Moses entered the tent, the pillar of cloud would descend and stand at the entrance of the tent, and the Lord would speak with Moses. When all the people saw the pillar of cloud standing at the entrance of the tent, all the people would rise and bow down, all of them, at the entrance of their tent. Thus the Lord used to speak to Moses face to face, as one speaks to a friend. Then he would return to the camp; but his young assistant, Joshua son of Nun, would not leave the tent. Moses said to the Lord, "See, you have said to me, 'Bring up this people' but you have not let me know whom you will send with me. Yet you have said, 'I know you by name, and you have also found favor in my sight.' Now if I have found favor in your sight, show me your ways, so that I may know you and find favor in your sight. Consider too that this nation is your people." He said, "My presence will go with you, and I will give you rest." And he said to him, "If your presence will not go, do not carry us up from here. For how shall it be known that I have found favor in your sight, I and your people, unless you go with us? In this way, we shall be distinct, I and your people, from every people on the face of the earth." The Lord said to Moses, "I will do the very thing that you have asked; for you have found favor in my sight, and I know you by name." Moses said, "Show me your glory, I pray." And he said, "I will make all my goodness pass before you, and will proclaim before you the name, 'The Lord' and I will be gracious to whom I will be gracious, and will show mercy on whom I will show mercy. But," he said, "you cannot see my face; for no one shall see me and live." And the Lord continued, "See, there is a place by me where you shall stand on the rock; and while my glory passes by I will put you in a cleft of the rock, and I will cover you with my hand until I have passed by; then I will take away my hand, and you shall see my back; but my face shall not be seen."

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

    21. You are God

    Te Deum laudamus

    You are God: we praise you;

    You are the Lord; we acclaim you;

    You are the eternal Father:

    All creation worships you.

    To you all angels, all the powers of heaven,

    Cherubim and Seraphim, sing in endless praise:

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

    heaven and earth are full of your glory.

    The glorious company of apostles praise you.

    The noble fellowship of prophets praise you.

    The white-robed army of martyrs praise you.

    Throughout the world the holy Church acclaims you;

    Father, of majesty unbounded,

    your true and only Son, worthy of all worship,

    and the Holy Spirit, advocate and guide.

    You, Christ, are the king of glory,

    the eternal Son of the Father.

    When you became man to set us free

    you did not shun the Virgin’s womb.

    You overcame the sting of death

    and opened the kingdom of heaven to all believers.

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

    We believe that you will come and be our judge.

    Come then, Lord, and help your people,

    bought with the price of your own blood,

    and bring us with your saints

    to glory everlasting.

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

    1 Thess. 2:1-12

    You yourselves know, brothers and sisters, that our coming to you was not in vain, but though we had already suffered and been shamefully mistreated at Philippi, as you know, we had courage in our God to declare to you the gospel of God in spite of great opposition. For our appeal does not spring from deceit or impure motives or trickery, but just as we have been approved by God to be entrusted with the message of the gospel, even so we speak, not to please mortals, but to please God who tests our hearts. As you know and as God is our witness, we never came with words of flattery or with a pretext for greed; nor did we seek praise from mortals, whether from you or from others, though we might have made demands as apostles of Christ. But we were gentle among you, like a nurse tenderly caring for her own children. So deeply do we care for you that we are determined to share with you not only the gospel of God but also our own selves, because you have become very dear to us. You remember our labor and toil, brothers and sisters; we worked night and day, so that we might not burden any of you while we proclaimed to you the gospel of God. You are witnesses, and God also, how pure, upright, and blameless our conduct was toward you believers. As you know, we dealt with each one of you like a father with his children, urging and encouraging you and pleading that you lead a life worthy of God, who calls you into his own kingdom and glory.

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

    16. The Song of Zechariah

    Benedictus Dominus Deus - Luke 1: 68-79

    Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel; *

    he has come to his people and set them free.

    He has raised up for us a mighty savior, *

    born of the house of his servant David.

    Through his holy prophets he promised of old,

    that he would save us from our enemies, *

    from the hands of all who hate us.

    He promised to show mercy to our fathers *

    and to remember his holy covenant.

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

    to set us free from the hands of our enemies,

    Free to worship him without fear, *

    holy and righteous in his sight

    all the days of our life.

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

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

    To give his people knowledge of salvation *

    by the forgiveness of their sins.

    In the tender compassion of our God *

    the dawn from on high shall break upon us,

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

    and to guide our feet into the way of peace.

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

    The Creed

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

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

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

    The Prayers

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

    The Lord’s Prayer

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

    The Suffrages

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

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

    Fourth Sunday in Easter

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

    A Collect for Peace

    O God, the author of peace and lover of concord, to know you is eternal life and to serve you is perfect freedom: Defend us, your humble servants, in all assaults of our enemies; that we, surely trusting in your defense, may not fear the power of any adversaries; through the might of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

    A Collect for Grace

    Lord God, almighty and everlasting Father, you have brought us in safety to this new day: Preserve us with your mighty power, that we may not fall into sin, nor be overcome by adversity; and in all we do, direct us to the fulfilling of your purpose; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

    For Mission

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

    Thanksgivings

    The General Thanksgiving

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

    A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

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

    Conclusion

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

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

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    Easter

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

    Confession

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

    People: Almighty and most merciful Father, we have erred and strayed from your ways like lost sheep. We have followed too much the devices and desires of our own hearts. We have offended against your holy laws.
    We have left undone those things which we ought to have done, and we have done those things which we ought not to have done; and apart from your grace, there is no health in us.
    O Lord, have mercy upon us. Spare all those who confess their faults. Restore all those who are penitent, according to your promises declared to all people in Christ Jesus our Lord. And grant, O most merciful Father, for his sake, that we may now live a godly, righteous, and sober life, to the glory of your holy Name. Amen.

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

    Invitatory & Psalms

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

    Christ our Passover

    Pascha Nostrum - BCP p. 83

    Alleluia.

    Christ our Passover has been sacrificed for us; *

    therefore let us keep the feast,

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

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

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

    death no longer has dominion over him.

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

    but the life he lives, he lives to God.

    So also consider yourselves dead to sin, *

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

    Christ has been raised from the dead, *

    the first fruits of those who have fallen asleep.

    For since by a man came death, *

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

    For as in Adam all die, *

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

    Psalm 47

    Omnes gentes, plaudite

    BCP p. 650

    Clap your hands, all you peoples; *

    shout to God with a cry of joy.

    For the Lord Most High is to be feared; *

    he is the great King over all the earth.

    He subdues the peoples under us, *

    and the nations under our feet.

    He chooses our inheritance for us, *

    the pride of Jacob whom he loves.

    God has gone up with a shout, *

    the Lord with the sound of the ram’s-horn.

    Sing praises to God, sing praises; *

    sing praises to our King, sing praises.

    For God is King of all the earth; *

    sing praises with all your skill.

    God reigns over the nations; *

    God sits upon his holy throne.

    The nobles of the peoples have gathered together *

    with the people of the God of Abraham.

    The rulers of the earth belong to God, *

    and he is highly exalted.

    Psalm 48

    Magnus Dominus

    BCP p. 651

    Great is the Lord, and highly to be praised; *

    in the city of our God is his holy hill.

    Beautiful and lofty, the joy of all the earth, is the hill of Zion, *

    the very center of the world and the city of the great King.

    God is in her citadels; *

    he is known to be her sure refuge.

    Behold, the kings of the earth assembled *

    and marched forward together.

    They looked and were astounded; *

    they retreated and fled in terror.

    Trembling seized them there; *

    they writhed like a woman in childbirth,

    like ships of the sea when the east wind shatters them.

    As we have heard, so have we seen,

    in the city of the Lord of hosts, in the city of our God; *

    God has established her for ever.

    We have waited in silence on your loving-kindness, O God, *

    in the midst of your temple.

    Your praise, like your Name, O God, reaches to the world’s end; *

    your right hand is full of justice.

    Let Mount Zion be glad

    and the cities of Judah rejoice, *

    because of your judgments.

    Make the circuit of Zion;

    walk round about her; *

    count the number of her towers.

    Consider well her bulwarks;

    examine her strongholds; *

    that you may tell those who come after.

    This God is our God for ever and ever; *

    he shall be our guide for evermore.

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

    The Lessons

    Exod. 32:21-34

    Moses said to Aaron, "What did this people do to you that you have brought so great a sin upon them?" And Aaron said, "Do not let the anger of my lord burn hot; you know the people, that they are bent on evil. They said to me, '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 I said to them, 'Whoever has gold, take it off' so they gave it to me, and I threw it into the fire, and out came this calf!" When Moses saw that the people were running wild (for Aaron had let them run wild, to the derision of their enemies), then Moses stood in the gate of the camp, and said, "Who is on the Lord's side? Come to me!" And all the sons of Levi gathered around him. He said to them, "Thus says the Lord, the God of Israel, 'Put your sword on your side, each of you! Go back and forth from gate to gate throughout the camp, and each of you kill your brother, your friend, and your neighbor.'" The sons of Levi did as Moses commanded, and about three thousand of the people fell on that day. Moses said, "Today you have ordained yourselves for the service of the Lord, each one at the cost of a son or a brother, and so have brought a blessing on yourselves this day." On the next day Moses said to the people, "You have sinned a great sin. But now I will go up to the Lord; perhaps I can make atonement for your sin." So Moses returned to the Lord and said, "Alas, this people has sinned a great sin; they have made for themselves gods of gold. But now, if you will only forgive their sin-- but if not, blot me out of the book that you have written." But the Lord said to Moses, "Whoever has sinned against me I will blot out of my book. But now go, lead the people to the place about which I have spoken to you; see, my angel shall go in front of you. Nevertheless, when the day comes for punishment, I will punish them for their sin."

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

    21. You are God

    Te Deum laudamus

    You are God: we praise you;

    You are the Lord; we acclaim you;

    You are the eternal Father:

    All creation worships you.

    To you all angels, all the powers of heaven,

    Cherubim and Seraphim, sing in endless praise:

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

    heaven and earth are full of your glory.

    The glorious company of apostles praise you.

    The noble fellowship of prophets praise you.

    The white-robed army of martyrs praise you.

    Throughout the world the holy Church acclaims you;

    Father, of majesty unbounded,

    your true and only Son, worthy of all worship,

    and the Holy Spirit, advocate and guide.

    You, Christ, are the king of glory,

    the eternal Son of the Father.

    When you became man to set us free

    you did not shun the Virgin’s womb.

    You overcame the sting of death

    and opened the kingdom of heaven to all believers.

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

    We believe that you will come and be our judge.

    Come then, Lord, and help your people,

    bought with the price of your own blood,

    and bring us with your saints

    to glory everlasting.

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

    1 Thess. 1:1-10

    Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy, To the church of the Thessalonians in God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ: Grace to you and peace. We always give thanks to God for all of you and mention you in our prayers, constantly remembering before our God and Father your work of faith and labor of love and steadfastness of hope in our Lord Jesus Christ. For we know, brothers and sisters beloved by God, that he has chosen you, because our message of the gospel came to you not in word only, but also in power and in the Holy Spirit and with full conviction; just as you know what kind of persons we proved to be among you for your sake. And you became imitators of us and of the Lord, for in spite of persecution you received the word with joy inspired by the Holy Spirit, so that you became an example to all the believers in Macedonia and in Achaia. For the word of the Lord has sounded forth from you not only in Macedonia and Achaia, but in every place your faith in God has become known, so that we have no need to speak about it. For the people of those regions report about us what kind of welcome we had among you, and how you turned to God from idols, to serve a living and true God, and to wait for his Son from heaven, whom he raised from the dead-- Jesus, who rescues us from the wrath that is coming.

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

    16. The Song of Zechariah

    Benedictus Dominus Deus - Luke 1: 68-79

    Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel; *

    he has come to his people and set them free.

    He has raised up for us a mighty savior, *

    born of the house of his servant David.

    Through his holy prophets he promised of old,

    that he would save us from our enemies, *

    from the hands of all who hate us.

    He promised to show mercy to our fathers *

    and to remember his holy covenant.

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

    to set us free from the hands of our enemies,

    Free to worship him without fear, *

    holy and righteous in his sight

    all the days of our life.

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

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

    To give his people knowledge of salvation *

    by the forgiveness of their sins.

    In the tender compassion of our God *

    the dawn from on high shall break upon us,

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

    and to guide our feet into the way of peace.

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

    The Creed

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

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

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

    The Prayers

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

    The Lord’s Prayer

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

    The Suffrages

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

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

    Fourth Sunday in Easter

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

    A Collect for Peace

    O God, the author of peace and lover of concord, to know you is eternal life and to serve you is perfect freedom: Defend us, your humble servants, in all assaults of our enemies; that we, surely trusting in your defense, may not fear the power of any adversaries; through the might of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

    A Collect for Grace

    Lord God, almighty and everlasting Father, you have brought us in safety to this new day: Preserve us with your mighty power, that we may not fall into sin, nor be overcome by adversity; and in all we do, direct us to the fulfilling of your purpose; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

    For Mission

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

    Thanksgivings

    The General Thanksgiving

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

    A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

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

    Conclusion

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

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

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    Easter

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

    Confession

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

    People: Almighty and most merciful Father, we have erred and strayed from your ways like lost sheep. We have followed too much the devices and desires of our own hearts. We have offended against your holy laws.
    We have left undone those things which we ought to have done, and we have done those things which we ought not to have done; and apart from your grace, there is no health in us.
    O Lord, have mercy upon us. Spare all those who confess their faults. Restore all those who are penitent, according to your promises declared to all people in Christ Jesus our Lord. And grant, O most merciful Father, for his sake, that we may now live a godly, righteous, and sober life, to the glory of your holy Name. Amen.

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

    Invitatory & Psalms

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

    Christ our Passover

    Pascha Nostrum - BCP p. 83

    Alleluia.

    Christ our Passover has been sacrificed for us; *

    therefore let us keep the feast,

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

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

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

    death no longer has dominion over him.

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

    but the life he lives, he lives to God.

    So also consider yourselves dead to sin, *

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

    Christ has been raised from the dead, *

    the first fruits of those who have fallen asleep.

    For since by a man came death, *

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

    For as in Adam all die, *

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

    Psalm 41

    Beatus qui intelligit

    BCP p. 641

    Happy are they who consider the poor and needy! *

    the Lord will deliver them in the time of trouble.

    The Lord preserves them and keeps them alive,

    so that they may be happy in the land; *

    he does not hand them over to the will of their enemies.

    The Lord sustains them on their sickbed *

    and ministers to them in their illness.

    I said, “Lord, be merciful to me; *

    heal me, for I have sinned against you.”

    My enemies are saying wicked things about me: *

    “When will he die, and his name perish?”

    Even if they come to see me, they speak empty words; *

    their heart collects false rumors;

    they go outside and spread them.

    All my enemies whisper together about me *

    and devise evil against me.

    “A deadly thing,” they say, “has fastened on him; *

    he has taken to his bed and will never get up again.”

    Even my best friend, whom I trusted,

    who broke bread with me, *

    has lifted up his heel and turned against me.

    But you, O Lord, be merciful to me and raise me up, *

    and I shall repay them.

    By this I know you are pleased with me, *

    that my enemy does not triumph over me.

    In my integrity you hold me fast, *

    and shall set me before your face for ever.

    Blessed be the Lord God of Israel, *

    from age to age. Amen. Amen.

    Psalm 52

    Quid gloriaris?

    BCP p. 657

    You tyrant, why do you boast of wickedness *

    against the godly all day long?

    You plot ruin;

    your tongue is like a sharpened razor, *

    O worker of deception.

    You love evil more than good *

    and lying more than speaking the truth.

    You love all words that hurt, *

    O you deceitful tongue.

    Oh, that God would demolish you utterly, *

    topple you, and snatch you from your dwelling,

    and root you out of the land of the living!

    The righteous shall see and tremble, *

    and they shall laugh at him, saying,

    “This is the one who did not take God for a refuge, *

    but trusted in great wealth

    and relied upon wickedness.”

    But I am like a green olive tree in the house of God; *

    I trust in the mercy of God for ever and ever.

    I will give you thanks for what you have done *

    and declare the goodness of your Name in the presence of the godly.

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

    The Lessons

    Exod. 32:1-20

    When the people saw that Moses delayed to come down from the mountain, the people gathered around Aaron, and said to him, "Come, make gods for us, 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." Aaron said to them, "Take off the gold rings that are on the ears of your wives, your sons, and your daughters, and bring them to me." So all the people took off the gold rings from their ears, and brought them to Aaron. He took the gold from them, formed it in a mold, and cast an image of a 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 proclamation and said, "Tomorrow shall be a festival to the Lord." They rose early the next day, and offered burnt offerings and brought sacrifices of well-being; and the people sat down to eat and drink, and rose up to revel. The Lord said to Moses, "Go down at once! Your people, whom you brought up out of the land of Egypt, have acted perversely; they have been quick to turn aside from the way that I commanded them; they have cast for themselves an image of a 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!'" The Lord said to Moses, "I have seen this people, how stiff-necked they are. Now let me alone, so that my wrath may burn hot against them and I may consume them; and of you I will make a great nation." But Moses implored the Lord his God, and said, "O Lord, why does your wrath burn hot against your people, whom you brought out of the land of Egypt with great power and with a mighty hand? Why should the Egyptians say, 'It was with evil intent that he brought them out to kill them in the mountains, and to consume them from the face of the earth'? Turn from your fierce wrath; change your mind and do not bring disaster on your people. Remember Abraham, Isaac, and Israel, your servants, how you swore to them by your own self, saying to them, 'I will multiply your descendants like the stars of heaven, and all this land that I have promised I will give to your descendants, and they shall inherit it forever.'" And the Lord changed his mind about the disaster that he planned to bring on his people. Then Moses turned and went down from the mountain, carrying the two tablets of the covenant in his hands, tablets that were written on both sides, written on the front and on the back. The tablets were the work of God, and the writing was the writing of God, engraved upon the tablets. When Joshua heard the noise of the people as they shouted, he said to Moses, "There is a noise of war in the camp." But he said, "It is not the sound made by victors, or the sound made by losers; it is the sound of revelers that I hear." As soon as he came near the camp and saw the calf and the dancing, Moses' anger burned hot, and he threw the tablets from his hands and broke them at the foot of the mountain. He took the calf that they had made, burned it with fire, ground it to powder, scattered it on the water, and made the Israelites drink it.

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

    21. You are God

    Te Deum laudamus

    You are God: we praise you;

    You are the Lord; we acclaim you;

    You are the eternal Father:

    All creation worships you.

    To you all angels, all the powers of heaven,

    Cherubim and Seraphim, sing in endless praise:

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

    heaven and earth are full of your glory.

    The glorious company of apostles praise you.

    The noble fellowship of prophets praise you.

    The white-robed army of martyrs praise you.

    Throughout the world the holy Church acclaims you;

    Father, of majesty unbounded,

    your true and only Son, worthy of all worship,

    and the Holy Spirit, advocate and guide.

    You, Christ, are the king of glory,

    the eternal Son of the Father.

    When you became man to set us free

    you did not shun the Virgin’s womb.

    You overcame the sting of death

    and opened the kingdom of heaven to all believers.

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

    We believe that you will come and be our judge.

    Come then, Lord, and help your people,

    bought with the price of your own blood,

    and bring us with your saints

    to glory everlasting.

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

    Col 3:18-4:6

    Wives, be subject to your husbands, as is fitting in the Lord. Husbands, love your wives and never treat them harshly. Children, obey your parents in everything, for this is your acceptable duty in the Lord. Fathers, do not provoke your children, or they may lose heart. Slaves, obey your earthly masters in everything, not only while being watched and in order to please them, but wholeheartedly, fearing the Lord. Whatever your task, put yourselves into it, as done for the Lord and not for your masters, since you know that from the Lord you will receive the inheritance as your reward; you serve the Lord Christ. For the wrongdoer will be paid back for whatever wrong has been done, and there is no partiality. Masters, treat your slaves justly and fairly, for you know that you also have a Master in heaven. Devote yourselves to prayer, keeping alert in it with thanksgiving. At the same time pray for us as well that God will open to us a door for the word, that we may declare the mystery of Christ, for which I am in prison, so that I may reveal it clearly, as I should. Conduct yourselves wisely toward outsiders, making the most of the time. Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how you ought to answer everyone.

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

    16. The Song of Zechariah

    Benedictus Dominus Deus - Luke 1: 68-79

    Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel; *

    he has come to his people and set them free.

    He has raised up for us a mighty savior, *

    born of the house of his servant David.

    Through his holy prophets he promised of old,

    that he would save us from our enemies, *

    from the hands of all who hate us.

    He promised to show mercy to our fathers *

    and to remember his holy covenant.

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

    to set us free from the hands of our enemies,

    Free to worship him without fear, *

    holy and righteous in his sight

    all the days of our life.

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

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

    To give his people knowledge of salvation *

    by the forgiveness of their sins.

    In the tender compassion of our God *

    the dawn from on high shall break upon us,

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

    and to guide our feet into the way of peace.

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

    The Creed

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

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

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

    The Prayers

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

    The Lord’s Prayer

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

    The Suffrages

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

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

    Fourth Sunday in Easter

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

    A Collect for Peace

    O God, the author of peace and lover of concord, to know you is eternal life and to serve you is perfect freedom: Defend us, your humble servants, in all assaults of our enemies; that we, surely trusting in your defense, may not fear the power of any adversaries; through the might of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

    A Collect for Grace

    Lord God, almighty and everlasting Father, you have brought us in safety to this new day: Preserve us with your mighty power, that we may not fall into sin, nor be overcome by adversity; and in all we do, direct us to the fulfilling of your purpose; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

    For Mission

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

    Thanksgivings

    The General Thanksgiving

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

    A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

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

    Conclusion

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

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

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    Easter

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

    Confession

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

    People: Almighty and most merciful Father, we have erred and strayed from your ways like lost sheep. We have followed too much the devices and desires of our own hearts. We have offended against your holy laws.
    We have left undone those things which we ought to have done, and we have done those things which we ought not to have done; and apart from your grace, there is no health in us.
    O Lord, have mercy upon us. Spare all those who confess their faults. Restore all those who are penitent, according to your promises declared to all people in Christ Jesus our Lord. And grant, O most merciful Father, for his sake, that we may now live a godly, righteous, and sober life, to the glory of your holy Name. Amen.

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

    Invitatory & Psalms

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

    Christ our Passover

    Pascha Nostrum - BCP p. 83

    Alleluia.

    Christ our Passover has been sacrificed for us; *

    therefore let us keep the feast,

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

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

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

    death no longer has dominion over him.

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

    but the life he lives, he lives to God.

    So also consider yourselves dead to sin, *

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

    Christ has been raised from the dead, *

    the first fruits of those who have fallen asleep.

    For since by a man came death, *

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

    For as in Adam all die, *

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

    Psalm 63

    Deus, Deus meus BCP p. 670

    OGod, you are my God; eagerly I seek you; *

    my soul thirsts for you, my flesh faints for you,

    as in a barren and dry land where there is no water.

    Therefore I have gazed upon you in your holy place, *

    that I might behold your power and your glory.

    For your loving-kindness is better than life itself; *

    my lips shall give you praise.

    So will I bless you as long as I live *

    and lift up my hands in your Name.

    My soul is content, as with marrow and fatness, *

    and my mouth praises you with joyful lips,

    When I remember you upon my bed, *

    and meditate on you in the night watches.

    For you have been my helper, *

    and under the shadow of your wings I will rejoice.

    My soul clings to you; *

    your right hand holds me fast.

    [May those who seek my life to destroy it *

    go down into the depths of the earth;

    Let them fall upon the edge of the sword, *

    and let them be food for jackals.

    But the king will rejoice in God;

    all those who swear by him will be glad; *

    for the mouth of those who speak lies shall be stopped.]

    Psalm 98

    Cantate Domino BCP p. 727

    Sing to the Lord a new song, *

    for he has done marvelous things.

    With his right hand and his holy arm *

    has he won for himself the victory.

    The Lord has made known his victory; *

    his righteousness has he openly shown in the sight of the nations.

    He remembers his mercy and faithfulness to the house of Israel, *

    and all the ends of the earth have seen the victory of our God.

    Shout with joy to the Lord, all you lands; *

    lift up your voice, rejoice, and sing.

    Sing to the Lord with the harp, *

    with the harp and the voice of song.

    With trumpets and the sound of the horn *

    shout with joy before the King, the Lord.

    Let the sea make a noise and all that is in it, *

    the lands and those who dwell therein.

    Let the rivers clap their hands, *

    and let the hills ring out with joy before the Lord,

    when he comes to judge the earth.

    In righteousness shall he judge the world *

    and the peoples with equity.

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

    The Lessons

    Exod. 28:1-4,30-38

    Then bring near to you your brother Aaron, and his sons with him, from among the Israelites, to serve me as priests-- Aaron and Aaron's sons, Nadab and Abihu, Eleazar and Ithamar. You shall make sacred vestments for the glorious adornment of your brother Aaron. And you shall speak to all who have ability, whom I have endowed with skill, that they make Aaron's vestments to consecrate him for my priesthood. These are the vestments that they shall make: a breastpiece, an ephod, a robe, a checkered tunic, a turban, and a sash. When they make these sacred vestments for your brother Aaron and his sons to serve me as priests, In the breastpiece of judgment you shall put the Urim and the Thummim, and they shall be on Aaron's heart when he goes in before the Lord; thus Aaron shall bear the judgment of the Israelites on his heart before the Lord continually. You shall make the robe of the ephod all of blue. It shall have an opening for the head in the middle of it, with a woven binding around the opening, like the opening in a coat of mail, so that it may not be torn. On its lower hem you shall make pomegranates of blue, purple, and crimson yarns, all around the lower hem, with bells of gold between them all around-- a golden bell and a pomegranate alternating all around the lower hem of the robe. Aaron shall wear it when he ministers, and its sound shall be heard when he goes into the holy place before the Lord, and when he comes out, so that he may not die. You shall make a rosette of pure gold, and engrave on it, like the engraving of a signet, "Holy to the Lord." You shall fasten it on the turban with a blue cord; it shall be on the front of the turban. It shall be on Aaron's forehead, and Aaron shall take on himself any guilt incurred in the holy offering that the Israelites consecrate as their sacred donations; it shall always be on his forehead, in order that they may find favor before the Lord.

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

    21. You are God

    Te Deum laudamus

    You are God: we praise you;

    You are the Lord; we acclaim you;

    You are the eternal Father:

    All creation worships you.

    To you all angels, all the powers of heaven,

    Cherubim and Seraphim, sing in endless praise:

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

    heaven and earth are full of your glory.

    The glorious company of apostles praise you.

    The noble fellowship of prophets praise you.

    The white-robed army of martyrs praise you.

    Throughout the world the holy Church acclaims you;

    Father, of majesty unbounded,

    your true and only Son, worthy of all worship,

    and the Holy Spirit, advocate and guide.

    You, Christ, are the king of glory,

    the eternal Son of the Father.

    When you became man to set us free

    you did not shun the Virgin’s womb.

    You overcame the sting of death

    and opened the kingdom of heaven to all believers.

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

    We believe that you will come and be our judge.

    Come then, Lord, and help your people,

    bought with the price of your own blood,

    and bring us with your saints

    to glory everlasting.

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

    Mark 6:30-44

    The apostles gathered around Jesus, and told him all that they had done and taught. He said to them, "Come away to a deserted place all by yourselves and rest a while." For many were coming and going, and they had no leisure even to eat. And they went away in the boat to a deserted place by themselves. Now many saw them going and recognized them, and they hurried there on foot from all the towns and arrived ahead of them. As he went ashore, he saw a great crowd; and he had compassion for them, because they were like sheep without a shepherd; and he began to teach them many things. When it grew late, his disciples came to him and said, "This is a deserted place, and the hour is now very late; send them away so that they may go into the surrounding country and villages and buy something for themselves to eat." But he answered them, "You give them something to eat." They said to him, "Are we to go and buy two hundred denarii worth of bread, and give it to them to eat?" And he said to them, "How many loaves have you? Go and see." When they had found out, they said, "Five, and two fish." Then he ordered them to get all the people to sit down in groups on the green grass. So they sat down in groups of hundreds and of fifties. Taking the five loaves and the two fish, he looked up to heaven, and blessed and broke the loaves, and gave them to his disciples to set before the people; and he divided the two fish among them all. And all ate and were filled; and they took up twelve baskets full of broken pieces and of the fish. Those who had eaten the loaves numbered five thousand men.

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

    16. The Song of Zechariah

    Benedictus Dominus Deus - Luke 1: 68-79

    Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel; *

    he has come to his people and set them free.

    He has raised up for us a mighty savior, *

    born of the house of his servant David.

    Through his holy prophets he promised of old,

    that he would save us from our enemies, *

    from the hands of all who hate us.

    He promised to show mercy to our fathers *

    and to remember his holy covenant.

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

    to set us free from the hands of our enemies,

    Free to worship him without fear, *

    holy and righteous in his sight

    all the days of our life.

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

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

    To give his people knowledge of salvation *

    by the forgiveness of their sins.

    In the tender compassion of our God *

    the dawn from on high shall break upon us,

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

    and to guide our feet into the way of peace.

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

    The Creed

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

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

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

    The Prayers

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

    The Lord’s Prayer

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

    The Suffrages

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

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

    Fourth Sunday in Easter

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

    A Collect for Peace

    O God, the author of peace and lover of concord, to know you is eternal life and to serve you is perfect freedom: Defend us, your humble servants, in all assaults of our enemies; that we, surely trusting in your defense, may not fear the power of any adversaries; through the might of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

    A Collect for Grace

    Lord God, almighty and everlasting Father, you have brought us in safety to this new day: Preserve us with your mighty power, that we may not fall into sin, nor be overcome by adversity; and in all we do, direct us to the fulfilling of your purpose; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

    For Mission

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

    Thanksgivings

    The General Thanksgiving

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

    A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

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

    Conclusion

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

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

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    Easter

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

    Confession

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

    People: Almighty and most merciful Father, we have erred and strayed from your ways like lost sheep. We have followed too much the devices and desires of our own hearts. We have offended against your holy laws.
    We have left undone those things which we ought to have done, and we have done those things which we ought not to have done; and apart from your grace, there is no health in us.
    O Lord, have mercy upon us. Spare all those who confess their faults. Restore all those who are penitent, according to your promises declared to all people in Christ Jesus our Lord. And grant, O most merciful Father, for his sake, that we may now live a godly, righteous, and sober life, to the glory of your holy Name. Amen.

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

    Invitatory & Psalms

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

    Christ our Passover

    Pascha Nostrum - BCP p. 83

    Alleluia.

    Christ our Passover has been sacrificed for us; *

    therefore let us keep the feast,

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

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

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

    death no longer has dominion over him.

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

    but the life he lives, he lives to God.

    So also consider yourselves dead to sin, *

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

    Christ has been raised from the dead, *

    the first fruits of those who have fallen asleep.

    For since by a man came death, *

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

    For as in Adam all die, *

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

    Psalm 30

    Exaltabo te, Domine BCP p. 621

    Iwill exalt you, O Lord,

    because you have lifted me up *

    and have not let my enemies triumph over me.

    O Lord my God, I cried out to you, *

    and you restored me to health.

    You brought me up, O Lord, from the dead; *

    you restored my life as I was going down to the grave.

    Sing to the Lord, you servants of his; *

    give thanks for the remembrance of his holiness.

    For his wrath endures but the twinkling of an eye, *

    his favor for a lifetime.

    Weeping may spend the night, *

    but joy comes in the morning.

    While I felt secure, I said,

    “I shall never be disturbed. *

    You, Lord, with your favor, made me as strong as the mountains.”

    Then you hid your face, *

    and I was filled with fear.

    I cried to you, O Lord; *

    I pleaded with the Lord, saying,

    “What profit is there in my blood, if I go down to the Pit? *

    will the dust praise you or declare your faithfulness?

    Hear, O Lord, and have mercy upon me; *

    O Lord, be my helper.”

    You have turned my wailing into dancing; *

    you have put off my sack-cloth and clothed me with joy.

    Therefore my heart sings to you without ceasing; *

    O Lord my God, I will give you thanks for ever.

    Psalm 32

    Beati quorum BCP p. 624

    Happy are they whose transgressions are forgiven, *

    and whose sin is put away!

    Happy are they to whom the Lord imputes no guilt, *

    and in whose spirit there is no guile!

    While I held my tongue, my bones withered away, *

    because of my groaning all day long.

    For your hand was heavy upon me day and night; *

    my moisture was dried up as in the heat of summer.

    Then I acknowledged my sin to you, *

    and did not conceal my guilt.

    I said, “I will confess my transgressions to the Lord.” *

    Then you forgave me the guilt of my sin.

    Therefore all the faithful will make their prayers to you in time of trouble; *

    when the great waters overflow, they shall not reach them.

    You are my hiding-place;

    you preserve me from trouble; *

    you surround me with shouts of deliverance.

    “I will instruct you and teach you in the way that you should go; *

    I will guide you with my eye.

    Do not be like horse or mule, which have no understanding; *

    who must be fitted with bit and bridle,

    or else they will not stay near you.”

    Great are the tribulations of the wicked; *

    but mercy embraces those who trust in the Lord.

    Be glad, you righteous, and rejoice in the Lord; *

    shout for joy, all who are true of heart.

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

    The Lessons

    Exod. 25:1-22

    The Lord said to Moses: Tell the Israelites to take for me an offering; from all whose hearts prompt them to give you shall receive the offering for me. This is the offering that you shall receive from them: gold, silver, and bronze, blue, purple, and crimson yarns and fine linen, goats' hair, tanned rams' skins, fine leather, acacia wood, oil for the lamps, spices for the anointing oil and for the fragrant incense, onyx stones and gems to be set in the ephod and for the breastpiece. And have them make me a sanctuary, so that I may dwell among them. In accordance with all that I show you concerning the pattern of the tabernacle and of all its furniture, so you shall make it. They shall make an ark of acacia wood; it shall be two and a half cubits long, a cubit and a half wide, and a cubit and a half high. You shall overlay it with pure gold, inside and outside you shall overlay it, and you shall make a molding of gold upon it all around. You shall cast four rings of gold for it and put them on its four feet, two rings on the one side of it, and two rings on the other side. You shall make poles of acacia wood, and overlay them with gold. And you shall put the poles into the rings on the sides of the ark, by which to carry the ark. The poles shall remain in the rings of the ark; they shall not be taken from it. You shall put into the ark the covenant that I shall give you. Then you shall make a mercy seat of pure gold; two cubits and a half shall be its length, and a cubit and a half its width. You shall make two cherubim of gold; you shall make them of hammered work, at the two ends of the mercy seat. Make one cherub at the one end, and one cherub at the other; of one piece with the mercy seat you shall make the cherubim at its two ends. The cherubim shall spread out their wings above, overshadowing the mercy seat with their wings. They shall face one to another; the faces of the cherubim shall be turned toward the mercy seat. You shall put the mercy seat on the top of the ark; and in the ark you shall put the covenant that I shall give you. There I will meet with you, and from above the mercy seat, from between the two cherubim that are on the ark of the covenant, I will deliver to you all my commands for the Israelites.

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

    21. You are God

    Te Deum laudamus

    You are God: we praise you;

    You are the Lord; we acclaim you;

    You are the eternal Father:

    All creation worships you.

    To you all angels, all the powers of heaven,

    Cherubim and Seraphim, sing in endless praise:

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

    heaven and earth are full of your glory.

    The glorious company of apostles praise you.

    The noble fellowship of prophets praise you.

    The white-robed army of martyrs praise you.

    Throughout the world the holy Church acclaims you;

    Father, of majesty unbounded,

    your true and only Son, worthy of all worship,

    and the Holy Spirit, advocate and guide.

    You, Christ, are the king of glory,

    the eternal Son of the Father.

    When you became man to set us free

    you did not shun the Virgin’s womb.

    You overcame the sting of death

    and opened the kingdom of heaven to all believers.

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

    We believe that you will come and be our judge.

    Come then, Lord, and help your people,

    bought with the price of your own blood,

    and bring us with your saints

    to glory everlasting.

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

    Col. 3:1-17

    So if you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth, for you have died, and your life is hidden with Christ in God. When Christ who is your life is revealed, then you also will be revealed with him in glory. Put to death, therefore, whatever in you is earthly: fornication, impurity, passion, evil desire, and greed (which is idolatry). On account of these the wrath of God is coming on those who are disobedient. These are the ways you also once followed, when you were living that life. But now you must get rid of all such things-- anger, wrath, malice, slander, and abusive language from your mouth. Do not lie to one another, seeing that you have stripped off the old self with its practices and have clothed yourselves with the new self, which is being renewed in knowledge according to the image of its creator. In that renewal there is no longer Greek and Jew, circumcised and uncircumcised, barbarian, Scythian, slave and free; but Christ is all and in all! As God's chosen ones, holy and beloved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, meekness, and patience. Bear with one another and, if anyone has a complaint against another, forgive each other; just as the Lord has forgiven you, so you also must forgive. Above all, clothe yourselves with love, which binds everything together in perfect harmony. And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in the one body. And be thankful. Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly; teach and admonish one another in all wisdom; and with gratitude in your hearts sing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs to God. And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.

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

    16. The Song of Zechariah

    Benedictus Dominus Deus - Luke 1: 68-79

    Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel; *

    he has come to his people and set them free.

    He has raised up for us a mighty savior, *

    born of the house of his servant David.

    Through his holy prophets he promised of old,

    that he would save us from our enemies, *

    from the hands of all who hate us.

    He promised to show mercy to our fathers *

    and to remember his holy covenant.

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

    to set us free from the hands of our enemies,

    Free to worship him without fear, *

    holy and righteous in his sight

    all the days of our life.

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

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

    To give his people knowledge of salvation *

    by the forgiveness of their sins.

    In the tender compassion of our God *

    the dawn from on high shall break upon us,

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

    and to guide our feet into the way of peace.

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

    The Creed

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

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

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

    The Prayers

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

    The Lord’s Prayer

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

    The Suffrages

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

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

    Third Sunday in Easter

    O God, whose blessed Son made himself known to his disciples in the breaking of bread: Open the eyes of our faith, that we may behold him in all his redeeming work; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

    A Collect for Peace

    O God, the author of peace and lover of concord, to know you is eternal life and to serve you is perfect freedom: Defend us, your humble servants, in all assaults of our enemies; that we, surely trusting in your defense, may not fear the power of any adversaries; through the might of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

    A Collect for Grace

    Lord God, almighty and everlasting Father, you have brought us in safety to this new day: Preserve us with your mighty power, that we may not fall into sin, nor be overcome by adversity; and in all we do, direct us to the fulfilling of your purpose; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

    For Mission

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

    Thanksgivings

    The General Thanksgiving

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

    A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

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

    Conclusion

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

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

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    Easter

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

    Confession

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

    People: Almighty and most merciful Father, we have erred and strayed from your ways like lost sheep. We have followed too much the devices and desires of our own hearts. We have offended against your holy laws.
    We have left undone those things which we ought to have done, and we have done those things which we ought not to have done; and apart from your grace, there is no health in us.
    O Lord, have mercy upon us. Spare all those who confess their faults. Restore all those who are penitent, according to your promises declared to all people in Christ Jesus our Lord. And grant, O most merciful Father, for his sake, that we may now live a godly, righteous, and sober life, to the glory of your holy Name. Amen.

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

    Invitatory & Psalms

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

    Christ our Passover

    Pascha Nostrum - BCP p. 83

    Alleluia.

    Christ our Passover has been sacrificed for us; *

    therefore let us keep the feast,

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

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

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

    death no longer has dominion over him.

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

    but the life he lives, he lives to God.

    So also consider yourselves dead to sin, *

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

    Christ has been raised from the dead, *

    the first fruits of those who have fallen asleep.

    For since by a man came death, *

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

    For as in Adam all die, *

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

    Psalm 119

    Aleph

    Beati immaculati

    1

    Happy are they whose way is blameless, *

    who walk in the law of the Lord!

    2

    Happy are they who observe his decrees *

    and seek him with all their hearts!

    3

    Who never do any wrong, *

    but always walk in his ways.

    4

    You laid down your commandments, *

    that we should fully keep them.

    5

    Oh, that my ways were made so direct *

    that I might keep your statutes!

    6

    Then I should not be put to shame, *

    when I regard all your commandments.

    7

    I will thank you with an unfeigned heart, *

    when I have learned your righteous judgments.

    8

    I will keep your statutes; *

    do not utterly forsake me.

    Beth

    In quo corrigit?

    9

    How shall a young man cleanse his way? *

    By keeping to your words.

    10

    With my whole heart I seek you; *

    let me not stray from your commandments.

    11

    I treasure your promise in my heart, *

    that I may not sin against you.

    12

    Blessed are you, O Lord; *

    instruct me in your statutes.

    13

    With my lips will I recite *

    all the judgments of your mouth.

    14

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

    than in all manner of riches.

    15

    I will meditate on your commandments *

    and give attention to your ways.

    16

    My delight is in your statutes; *

    I will not forget your word.

    Gimel

    Retribue servo tuo

    17

    Deal bountifully with your servant, *

    that I may live and keep your word.

    18

    Open my eyes, that I may see *

    the wonders of your law.

    19

    I am a stranger here on earth; *

    do not hide your commandments from me.

    20

    My soul is consumed at all times *

    with longing for your judgments.

    21

    You have rebuked the insolent; *

    cursed are they who stray from your commandments!

    22

    Turn from me shame and rebuke, *

    for I have kept your decrees.

    23

    Even though rulers sit and plot against me, *

    I will meditate on your statutes.

    24

    For your decrees are my delight, *

    and they are my counselors.

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

    The Lessons

    Exod. 24:1-18

    Then he said to Moses, "Come up to the Lord, you and Aaron, Nadab, and Abihu, and seventy of the elders of Israel, and worship at a distance. Moses alone shall come near the Lord; but the others shall not come near, and the people shall not come up with him." Moses came and told the people all the words of the Lord and all the ordinances; and all the people answered with one voice, and said, "All the words that the Lord has spoken we will do." And Moses wrote down all the words of the Lord. He rose early in the morning, and built an altar at the foot of the mountain, and set up twelve pillars, corresponding to the twelve tribes of Israel. He sent young men of the people of Israel, who offered burnt offerings and sacrificed oxen as offerings of well-being to the Lord. Moses took half of the blood and put it in basins, and half of the blood he dashed against the altar. Then he took the book of the covenant, and read it in the hearing of the people; and they said, "All that the Lord has spoken we will do, and we will be obedient." Moses took the blood and dashed it on the people, and said, "See the blood of the covenant that the Lord has made with you in accordance with all these words." Then Moses and Aaron, Nadab, and Abihu, and seventy of the elders of Israel went up, and they saw the God of Israel. Under his feet there was something like a pavement of sapphire stone, like the very heaven for clearness. God did not lay his hand on the chief men of the people of Israel; also they beheld God, and they ate and drank. The Lord said to Moses, "Come up to me on the mountain, and wait there; and I will give you the tablets of stone, with the law and the commandment, which I have written for their instruction." So Moses set out with his assistant Joshua, and Moses went up into the mountain of God. To the elders he had said, "Wait here for us, until we come to you again; for Aaron and Hur are with you; whoever has a dispute may go to them." Then Moses went up on the mountain, and the cloud covered the mountain. The glory of the Lord settled on Mount Sinai, and the cloud covered it for six days; on the seventh day he called to Moses out of the cloud. Now the appearance of the glory of the Lord was like a devouring fire on the top of the mountain in the sight of the people of Israel. Moses entered the cloud, and went up on the mountain. Moses was on the mountain for forty days and forty nights.

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

    21. You are God

    Te Deum laudamus

    You are God: we praise you;

    You are the Lord; we acclaim you;

    You are the eternal Father:

    All creation worships you.

    To you all angels, all the powers of heaven,

    Cherubim and Seraphim, sing in endless praise:

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

    heaven and earth are full of your glory.

    The glorious company of apostles praise you.

    The noble fellowship of prophets praise you.

    The white-robed army of martyrs praise you.

    Throughout the world the holy Church acclaims you;

    Father, of majesty unbounded,

    your true and only Son, worthy of all worship,

    and the Holy Spirit, advocate and guide.

    You, Christ, are the king of glory,

    the eternal Son of the Father.

    When you became man to set us free

    you did not shun the Virgin’s womb.

    You overcame the sting of death

    and opened the kingdom of heaven to all believers.

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

    We believe that you will come and be our judge.

    Come then, Lord, and help your people,

    bought with the price of your own blood,

    and bring us with your saints

    to glory everlasting.

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

    Col 2:8-23

    See to it that no one takes you captive through philosophy and empty deceit, according to human tradition, according to the elemental spirits of the universe, and not according to Christ. For in him the whole fullness of deity dwells bodily, and you have come to fullness in him, who is the head of every ruler and authority. In him also you were circumcised with a spiritual circumcision, by putting off the body of the flesh in the circumcision of Christ; when you were buried with him in baptism, you were also raised with him through faith in the power of God, who raised him from the dead. And when you were dead in trespasses and the uncircumcision of your flesh, God made you alive together with him, when he forgave us all our trespasses, erasing the record that stood against us with its legal demands. He set this aside, nailing it to the cross. He disarmed the rulers and authorities and made a public example of them, triumphing over them in it. Therefore do not let anyone condemn you in matters of food and drink or of observing festivals, new moons, or sabbaths. These are only a shadow of what is to come, but the substance belongs to Christ. Do not let anyone disqualify you, insisting on self-abasement and worship of angels, dwelling on visions, puffed up without cause by a human way of thinking, and not holding fast to the head, from whom the whole body, nourished and held together by its ligaments and sinews, grows with a growth that is from God. If with Christ you died to the elemental spirits of the universe, why do you live as if you still belonged to the world? Why do you submit to regulations, "Do not handle, Do not taste, Do not touch"? All these regulations refer to things that perish with use; they are simply human commands and teachings. These have indeed an appearance of wisdom in promoting self-imposed piety, humility, and severe treatment of the body, but they are of no value in checking self-indulgence.

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

    16. The Song of Zechariah

    Benedictus Dominus Deus - Luke 1: 68-79

    Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel; *

    he has come to his people and set them free.

    He has raised up for us a mighty savior, *

    born of the house of his servant David.

    Through his holy prophets he promised of old,

    that he would save us from our enemies, *

    from the hands of all who hate us.

    He promised to show mercy to our fathers *

    and to remember his holy covenant.

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

    to set us free from the hands of our enemies,

    Free to worship him without fear, *

    holy and righteous in his sight

    all the days of our life.

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

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

    To give his people knowledge of salvation *

    by the forgiveness of their sins.

    In the tender compassion of our God *

    the dawn from on high shall break upon us,

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

    and to guide our feet into the way of peace.

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

    The Creed

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

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

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

    The Prayers

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

    The Lord’s Prayer

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

    The Suffrages

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

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

    Third Sunday in Easter

    O God, whose blessed Son made himself known to his disciples in the breaking of bread: Open the eyes of our faith, that we may behold him in all his redeeming work; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

    A Collect for Peace

    O God, the author of peace and lover of concord, to know you is eternal life and to serve you is perfect freedom: Defend us, your humble servants, in all assaults of our enemies; that we, surely trusting in your defense, may not fear the power of any adversaries; through the might of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

    A Collect for Grace

    Lord God, almighty and everlasting Father, you have brought us in safety to this new day: Preserve us with your mighty power, that we may not fall into sin, nor be overcome by adversity; and in all we do, direct us to the fulfilling of your purpose; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

    For Mission

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

    Thanksgivings

    The General Thanksgiving

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

    A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

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

    Conclusion

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

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

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    Easter

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

    Confession

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

    People: Almighty and most merciful Father, we have erred and strayed from your ways like lost sheep. We have followed too much the devices and desires of our own hearts. We have offended against your holy laws.
    We have left undone those things which we ought to have done, and we have done those things which we ought not to have done; and apart from your grace, there is no health in us.
    O Lord, have mercy upon us. Spare all those who confess their faults. Restore all those who are penitent, according to your promises declared to all people in Christ Jesus our Lord. And grant, O most merciful Father, for his sake, that we may now live a godly, righteous, and sober life, to the glory of your holy Name. Amen.

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

    Invitatory & Psalms

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

    Christ our Passover

    Pascha Nostrum - BCP p. 83

    Alleluia.

    Christ our Passover has been sacrificed for us; *

    therefore let us keep the feast,

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

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

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

    death no longer has dominion over him.

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

    but the life he lives, he lives to God.

    So also consider yourselves dead to sin, *

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

    Christ has been raised from the dead, *

    the first fruits of those who have fallen asleep.

    For since by a man came death, *

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

    For as in Adam all die, *

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

    Psalm 37: Part I

    Noli aemulari - BCP p. 633

    Do not fret yourself because of evildoers; *

    do not be jealous of those who do wrong.

    For they shall soon wither like the grass, *

    and like the green grass fade away.

    Put your trust in the Lord and do good; *

    dwell in the land and feed on its riches.

    Take delight in the Lord, *

    and he shall give you your heart’s desire.

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

    and he will bring it to pass.

    He will make your righteousness as clear as the light *

    and your just dealing as the noonday.

    Be still before the Lord *

    and wait patiently for him.

    Do not fret yourself over the one who prospers, *

    the one who succeeds in evil schemes.

    Refrain from anger, leave rage alone; *

    do not fret yourself; it leads only to evil.

    For evildoers shall be cut off, *

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

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

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

    But the lowly shall possess the land; *

    they will delight in abundance of peace.

    The wicked plot against the righteous *

    and gnash at them with their teeth.

    The Lord laughs at the wicked, *

    because he sees that their day will come.

    The wicked draw their sword and bend their bow

    to strike down the poor and needy, *

    to slaughter those who are upright in their ways.

    Their sword shall go through their own heart, *

    and their bow shall be broken.

    The little that the righteous has *

    is better than great riches of the wicked.

    For the power of the wicked shall be broken, *

    but the Lord upholds the righteous.

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

    The Lessons

    Exod. 20:1-21

    Then God spoke all these words: I am the Lord your God, who brought you out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of slavery; you shall have no other gods before me. You shall not make for yourself an idol, whether in the form of anything that is in heaven above, or that is on the earth beneath, or that is in the water under the earth. You shall not bow down to them or worship them; for I the Lord your God am a jealous God, punishing children for the iniquity of parents, to the third and the fourth generation of those who reject me, but showing steadfast love to the thousandth generation of those who love me and keep my commandments. You shall not make wrongful use of the name of the Lord your God, for the Lord will not acquit anyone who misuses his name. Remember the sabbath day, and keep it holy. Six days you shall labor and do all your work. But the seventh day is a sabbath to the Lord your God; you shall not do any work-- you, your son or your daughter, your male or female slave, your livestock, or the alien resident in your towns. For in six days the Lord made heaven and earth, the sea, and all that is in them, but rested the seventh day; therefore the Lord blessed the sabbath day and consecrated it. Honor your father and your mother, so that your days may be long in the land that the Lord your God is giving you. You shall not murder. You shall not commit adultery. You shall not steal. You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor. You shall not covet your neighbor's house; you shall not covet your neighbor's wife, or male or female slave, or ox, or donkey, or anything that belongs to your neighbor. When all the people witnessed the thunder and lightning, the sound of the trumpet, and the mountain smoking, they were afraid and trembled and stood at a distance, and said to Moses, "You speak to us, and we will listen; but do not let God speak to us, or we will die." Moses said to the people, "Do not be afraid; for God has come only to test you and to put the fear of him upon you so that you do not sin." Then the people stood at a distance, while Moses drew near to the thick darkness where God was.

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

    21. You are God

    Te Deum laudamus

    You are God: we praise you;

    You are the Lord; we acclaim you;

    You are the eternal Father:

    All creation worships you.

    To you all angels, all the powers of heaven,

    Cherubim and Seraphim, sing in endless praise:

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

    heaven and earth are full of your glory.

    The glorious company of apostles praise you.

    The noble fellowship of prophets praise you.

    The white-robed army of martyrs praise you.

    Throughout the world the holy Church acclaims you;

    Father, of majesty unbounded,

    your true and only Son, worthy of all worship,

    and the Holy Spirit, advocate and guide.

    You, Christ, are the king of glory,

    the eternal Son of the Father.

    When you became man to set us free

    you did not shun the Virgin’s womb.

    You overcame the sting of death

    and opened the kingdom of heaven to all believers.

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

    We believe that you will come and be our judge.

    Come then, Lord, and help your people,

    bought with the price of your own blood,

    and bring us with your saints

    to glory everlasting.

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

    Col. 1:24-2:7

    Iam now rejoicing in my sufferings for your sake, and in my flesh I am completing what is lacking in Christ's afflictions for the sake of his body, that is, the church. I became its servant according to God's commission that was given to me for you, to make the word of God fully known, the mystery that has been hidden throughout the ages and generations but has now been revealed to his saints. To them God chose to make known how great among the Gentiles are the riches of the glory of this mystery, which is Christ in you, the hope of glory. It is he whom we proclaim, warning everyone and teaching everyone in all wisdom, so that we may present everyone mature in Christ. For this I toil and struggle with all the energy that he powerfully inspires within me. For I want you to know how much I am struggling for you, and for those in Laodicea, and for all who have not seen me face to face. I want their hearts to be encouraged and united in love, so that they may have all the riches of assured understanding and have the knowledge of God's mystery, that is, Christ himself, in whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge. I am saying this so that no one may deceive you with plausible arguments. For though I am absent in body, yet I am with you in spirit, and I rejoice to see your morale and the firmness of your faith in Christ. As you therefore have received Christ Jesus the Lord, continue to live your lives in him, rooted and built up in him and established in the faith, just as you were taught, abounding in thanksgiving.

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

    16. The Song of Zechariah

    Benedictus Dominus Deus - Luke 1: 68-79

    Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel; *

    he has come to his people and set them free.

    He has raised up for us a mighty savior, *

    born of the house of his servant David.

    Through his holy prophets he promised of old,

    that he would save us from our enemies, *

    from the hands of all who hate us.

    He promised to show mercy to our fathers *

    and to remember his holy covenant.

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

    to set us free from the hands of our enemies,

    Free to worship him without fear, *

    holy and righteous in his sight

    all the days of our life.

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

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

    To give his people knowledge of salvation *

    by the forgiveness of their sins.

    In the tender compassion of our God *

    the dawn from on high shall break upon us,

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

    and to guide our feet into the way of peace.

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

    The Creed

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

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

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

    The Prayers

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

    The Lord’s Prayer

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

    The Suffrages

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

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

    Third Sunday in Easter

    O God, whose blessed Son made himself known to his disciples in the breaking of bread: Open the eyes of our faith, that we may behold him in all his redeeming work; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

    A Collect for Peace

    O God, the author of peace and lover of concord, to know you is eternal life and to serve you is perfect freedom: Defend us, your humble servants, in all assaults of our enemies; that we, surely trusting in your defense, may not fear the power of any adversaries; through the might of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

    A Collect for Grace

    Lord God, almighty and everlasting Father, you have brought us in safety to this new day: Preserve us with your mighty power, that we may not fall into sin, nor be overcome by adversity; and in all we do, direct us to the fulfilling of your purpose; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

    For Mission

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

    Thanksgivings

    The General Thanksgiving

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

    A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

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

    Conclusion

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

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

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    Easter

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

    Confession

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

    People: Almighty and most merciful Father, we have erred and strayed from your ways like lost sheep. We have followed too much the devices and desires of our own hearts. We have offended against your holy laws.
    We have left undone those things which we ought to have done, and we have done those things which we ought not to have done; and apart from your grace, there is no health in us.
    O Lord, have mercy upon us. Spare all those who confess their faults. Restore all those who are penitent, according to your promises declared to all people in Christ Jesus our Lord. And grant, O most merciful Father, for his sake, that we may now live a godly, righteous, and sober life, to the glory of your holy Name. Amen.

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

    Invitatory & Psalms

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

    Christ our Passover

    Pascha Nostrum - BCP p. 83

    Alleluia.

    Christ our Passover has been sacrificed for us; *

    therefore let us keep the feast,

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

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

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

    death no longer has dominion over him.

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

    but the life he lives, he lives to God.

    So also consider yourselves dead to sin, *

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

    Christ has been raised from the dead, *

    the first fruits of those who have fallen asleep.

    For since by a man came death, *

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

    For as in Adam all die, *

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

    Psalm 38

    Domine, ne in furore - BCP p. 636

    OLord, do not rebuke me in your anger; *

    do not punish me in your wrath.

    For your arrows have already pierced me, *

    and your hand presses hard upon me.

    There is no health in my flesh,

    because of your indignation; *

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

    For my iniquities overwhelm me; *

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

    My wounds stink and fester *

    by reason of my foolishness.

    I am utterly bowed down and prostrate; *

    I go about in mourning all the day long.

    My loins are filled with searing pain; *

    there is no health in my body.

    I am utterly numb and crushed; *

    I wail, because of the groaning of my heart.

    O Lord, you know all my desires, *

    and my sighing is not hidden from you.

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

    and the brightness of my eyes is gone from me.

    My friends and companions draw back from my affliction; *

    my neighbors stand afar off.

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

    those who strive to hurt me speak of my ruin

    and plot treachery all the day long.

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

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

    I have become like one who does not hear *

    and from whose mouth comes no defense.

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

    you will answer me, O Lord my God.

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

    those who gloat over me when my foot slips.”

    Truly, I am on the verge of falling, *

    and my pain is always with me.

    I will confess my iniquity *

    and be sorry for my sin.

    Those who are my enemies without cause are mighty, *

    and many in number are those who wrongfully hate me.

    Those who repay evil for good slander me, *

    because I follow the course that is right.

    O Lord, do not forsake me; *

    be not far from me, O my God.

    Make haste to help me, *

    O Lord of my salvation.

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

    The Lessons

    Exod. 19:16-25

    A Reading from the Book of Exodus.

    On the morning of the third day there was thunder and lightning, as well as a thick cloud on the mountain, and a blast of a trumpet so loud that all the people who were in the camp trembled. Moses brought the people out of the camp to meet God. They took their stand at the foot of the mountain. Now Mount Sinai was wrapped in smoke, because the Lord had descended upon it in fire; the smoke went up like the smoke of a kiln, while the whole mountain shook violently. As the blast of the trumpet grew louder and louder, Moses would speak and God would answer him in thunder. When the Lord descended upon Mount Sinai, to the top of the mountain, the Lord summoned Moses to the top of the mountain, and Moses went up. Then the Lord said to Moses, "Go down and warn the people not to break through to the Lord to look; otherwise many of them will perish. Even the priests who approach the Lord must consecrate themselves or the Lord will break out against them." Moses said to the Lord, "The people are not permitted to come up to Mount Sinai; for you yourself warned us, saying, ’set limits around the mountain and keep it holy.'" The Lord said to him, "Go down, and come up bringing Aaron with you; but do not let either the priests or the people break through to come up to the Lord; otherwise he will break out against them." So Moses went down to the people and told them.

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

    21. You are God

    Te Deum laudamus

    You are God: we praise you;

    You are the Lord; we acclaim you;

    You are the eternal Father:

    All creation worships you.

    To you all angels, all the powers of heaven,

    Cherubim and Seraphim, sing in endless praise:

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

    heaven and earth are full of your glory.

    The glorious company of apostles praise you.

    The noble fellowship of prophets praise you.

    The white-robed army of martyrs praise you.

    Throughout the world the holy Church acclaims you;

    Father, of majesty unbounded,

    your true and only Son, worthy of all worship,

    and the Holy Spirit, advocate and guide.

    You, Christ, are the king of glory,

    the eternal Son of the Father.

    When you became man to set us free

    you did not shun the Virgin’s womb.

    You overcame the sting of death

    and opened the kingdom of heaven to all believers.

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

    We believe that you will come and be our judge.

    Come then, Lord, and help your people,

    bought with the price of your own blood,

    and bring us with your saints

    to glory everlasting.

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

    Col. 1:15-23

    A Reading from the Letter to the Colossians.

    He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of all creation; for in him all things in heaven and on earth were created, things visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or powers-- all things have been created through him and for him. He himself is before all things, and in him all things hold together. He is the head of the body, the church; he is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead, so that he might come to have first place in everything. For in him all the fullness of God was pleased to dwell, and through him God was pleased to reconcile to himself all things, whether on earth or in heaven, by making peace through the blood of his cross. And you who were once estranged and hostile in mind, doing evil deeds, he has now reconciled in his fleshly body through death, so as to present you holy and blameless and irreproachable before him-- provided that you continue securely established and steadfast in the faith, without shifting from the hope promised by the gospel that you heard, which has been proclaimed to every creature under heaven. I, Paul, became a servant of this gospel.

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

    16. The Song of Zechariah

    Benedictus Dominus Deus - Luke 1: 68-79

    Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel; *

    he has come to his people and set them free.

    He has raised up for us a mighty savior, *

    born of the house of his servant David.

    Through his holy prophets he promised of old,

    that he would save us from our enemies, *

    from the hands of all who hate us.

    He promised to show mercy to our fathers *

    and to remember his holy covenant.

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

    to set us free from the hands of our enemies,

    Free to worship him without fear, *

    holy and righteous in his sight

    all the days of our life.

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

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

    To give his people knowledge of salvation *

    by the forgiveness of their sins.

    In the tender compassion of our God *

    the dawn from on high shall break upon us,

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

    and to guide our feet into the way of peace.

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

    The Creed

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

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

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

    The Prayers

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

    The Lord’s Prayer

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

    The Suffrages

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

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

    Third Sunday in Easter

    O God, whose blessed Son made himself known to his disciples in the breaking of bread: Open the eyes of our faith, that we may behold him in all his redeeming work; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

    A Collect for Peace

    O God, the author of peace and lover of concord, to know you is eternal life and to serve you is perfect freedom: Defend us, your humble servants, in all assaults of our enemies; that we, surely trusting in your defense, may not fear the power of any adversaries; through the might of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

    A Collect for Grace

    Lord God, almighty and everlasting Father, you have brought us in safety to this new day: Preserve us with your mighty power, that we may not fall into sin, nor be overcome by adversity; and in all we do, direct us to the fulfilling of your purpose; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

    For Mission

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

    Thanksgivings

    The General Thanksgiving

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

    A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

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

    Conclusion

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

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

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    Easter

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

    Confession

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

    People: Almighty and most merciful Father, we have erred and strayed from your ways like lost sheep. We have followed too much the devices and desires of our own hearts. We have offended against your holy laws.
    We have left undone those things which we ought to have done, and we have done those things which we ought not to have done; and apart from your grace, there is no health in us.
    O Lord, have mercy upon us. Spare all those who confess their faults. Restore all those who are penitent, according to your promises declared to all people in Christ Jesus our Lord. And grant, O most merciful Father, for his sake, that we may now live a godly, righteous, and sober life, to the glory of your holy Name. Amen.

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

    Invitatory & Psalms

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

    Christ our Passover

    Pascha Nostrum - BCP p. 83

    Alleluia.

    Christ our Passover has been sacrificed for us; *

    therefore let us keep the feast,

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

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

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

    death no longer has dominion over him.

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

    but the life he lives, he lives to God.

    So also consider yourselves dead to sin, *

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

    Christ has been raised from the dead, *

    the first fruits of those who have fallen asleep.

    For since by a man came death, *

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

    For as in Adam all die, *

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

    Psalm 26

    Judica me, Domine

    Give judgment for me, O Lord,

    for I have lived with integrity; *

    I have trusted in the Lord and have not faltered.

    Test me, O Lord, and try me; *

    examine my heart and my mind.

    For your love is before my eyes; *

    I have walked faithfully with you.

    I have not sat with the worthless, *

    nor do I consort with the deceitful.

    I have hated the company of evildoers; *

    I will not sit down with the wicked.

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

    that I may go in procession round your altar,

    Singing aloud a song of thanksgiving *

    and recounting all your wonderful deeds.

    Lord, I love the house in which you dwell *

    and the place where your glory abides.

    Do not sweep me away with sinners, *

    nor my life with those who thirst for blood,

    Whose hands are full of evil plots, *

    and their right hand full of bribes.

    As for me, I will live with integrity; *

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

    My foot stands on level ground; *

    in the full assembly I will bless the Lord.

    Psalm 28

    Ad te, Domine

    O Lord, I call to you;

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

    lest, if you do not hear me,

    I become like those who go down to the Pit.

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

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

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

    who speak peaceably with their neighbors,

    while strife is in their hearts.

    Repay them according to their deeds, *

    and according to the wickedness of their actions.

    According to the work of their hands repay them, *

    and give them their just deserts.

    They have no understanding of the Lord’s doings,

    nor of the works of his hands; *

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

    Blessed is the Lord! *

    for he has heard the voice of my prayer.

    The Lord is my strength and my shield; *

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

    Therefore my heart dances for joy, *

    and in my song will I praise him.

    The Lord is the strength of his people, *

    a safe refuge for his anointed.

    Save your people and bless your inheritance; *

    shepherd them and carry them for ever.

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

    The Lessons

    Exod. 19:1-16

    On the third new moon after the Israelites had gone out of the land of Egypt, on that very day, they came into the wilderness of Sinai. They had journeyed from Rephidim, entered the wilderness of Sinai, and camped in the wilderness; Israel camped there in front of the mountain. Then Moses went up to God; the Lord called to him from the mountain, saying, "Thus you shall say to the house of Jacob, and tell the Israelites: You have seen what I did to the Egyptians, and how I bore you on eagles' wings and brought you to myself. Now therefore, if you obey my voice and keep my covenant, you shall be my treasured possession out of all the peoples. Indeed, the whole earth is mine, but you shall be for me a priestly kingdom and a holy nation. These are the words that you shall speak to the Israelites." So Moses came, summoned the elders of the people, and set before them all these words that the Lord had commanded him. The people all answered as one: "Everything that the Lord has spoken we will do." Moses reported the words of the people to the Lord. Then the Lord said to Moses, "I am going to come to you in a dense cloud, in order that the people may hear when I speak with you and so trust you ever after." When Moses had told the words of the people to the Lord, the Lord said to Moses: "Go to the people and consecrate them today and tomorrow. Have them wash their clothes and prepare for the third day, because on the third day the Lord will come down upon Mount Sinai in the sight of all the people. You shall set limits for the people all around, saying, 'Be careful not to go up the mountain or to touch the edge of it. Any who touch the mountain shall be put to death. No hand shall touch them, but they shall be stoned or shot with arrows; whether animal or human being, they shall not live.' When the trumpet sounds a long blast, they may go up on the mountain." So Moses went down from the mountain to the people. He consecrated the people, and they washed their clothes. And he said to the people, "Prepare for the third day; do not go near a woman." On the morning of the third day there was thunder and lightning, as well as a thick cloud on the mountain, and a blast of a trumpet so loud that all the people who were in the camp trembled.

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

    21. You are God

    Te Deum laudamus

    You are God: we praise you;

    You are the Lord; we acclaim you;

    You are the eternal Father:

    All creation worships you.

    To you all angels, all the powers of heaven,

    Cherubim and Seraphim, sing in endless praise:

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

    heaven and earth are full of your glory.

    The glorious company of apostles praise you.

    The noble fellowship of prophets praise you.

    The white-robed army of martyrs praise you.

    Throughout the world the holy Church acclaims you;

    Father, of majesty unbounded,

    your true and only Son, worthy of all worship,

    and the Holy Spirit, advocate and guide.

    You, Christ, are the king of glory,

    the eternal Son of the Father.

    When you became man to set us free

    you did not shun the Virgin’s womb.

    You overcame the sting of death

    and opened the kingdom of heaven to all believers.

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

    We believe that you will come and be our judge.

    Come then, Lord, and help your people,

    bought with the price of your own blood,

    and bring us with your saints

    to glory everlasting.

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

    Col. 1:1-14

    Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, and Timothy our brother, To the saints and faithful brothers and sisters in Christ in Colossae: Grace to you and peace from God our Father. In our prayers for you we always thank God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, for we have heard of your faith in Christ Jesus and of the love that you have for all the saints, because of the hope laid up for you in heaven. You have heard of this hope before in the word of the truth, the gospel that has come to you. Just as it is bearing fruit and growing in the whole world, so it has been bearing fruit among yourselves from the day you heard it and truly comprehended the grace of God. This you learned from Epaphras, our beloved fellow servant. He is a faithful minister of Christ on your behalf, and he has made known to us your love in the Spirit. For this reason, since the day we heard it, we have not ceased praying for you and asking that you may be filled with the knowledge of God's will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding, so that you may lead lives worthy of the Lord, fully pleasing to him, as you bear fruit in every good work and as you grow in the knowledge of God. May you be made strong with all the strength that comes from his glorious power, and may you be prepared to endure everything with patience, while joyfully giving thanks to the Father, who has enabled you to share in the inheritance of the saints in the light. He has rescued us from the power of darkness and transferred us into the kingdom of his beloved Son, in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins.

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

    16. The Song of Zechariah

    Benedictus Dominus Deus - Luke 1: 68-79

    Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel; *

    he has come to his people and set them free.

    He has raised up for us a mighty savior, *

    born of the house of his servant David.

    Through his holy prophets he promised of old,

    that he would save us from our enemies, *

    from the hands of all who hate us.

    He promised to show mercy to our fathers *

    and to remember his holy covenant.

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

    to set us free from the hands of our enemies,

    Free to worship him without fear, *

    holy and righteous in his sight

    all the days of our life.

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

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

    To give his people knowledge of salvation *

    by the forgiveness of their sins.

    In the tender compassion of our God *

    the dawn from on high shall break upon us,

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

    and to guide our feet into the way of peace.

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

    The Creed

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

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

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

    The Prayers

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

    The Lord’s Prayer

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

    The Suffrages

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

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

    Third Sunday in Easter

    O God, whose blessed Son made himself known to his disciples in the breaking of bread: Open the eyes of our faith, that we may behold him in all his redeeming work; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

    A Collect for Peace

    O God, the author of peace and lover of concord, to know you is eternal life and to serve you is perfect freedom: Defend us, your humble servants, in all assaults of our enemies; that we, surely trusting in your defense, may not fear the power of any adversaries; through the might of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

    A Collect for Grace

    Lord God, almighty and everlasting Father, you have brought us in safety to this new day: Preserve us with your mighty power, that we may not fall into sin, nor be overcome by adversity; and in all we do, direct us to the fulfilling of your purpose; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

    For Mission

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

    Thanksgivings

    The General Thanksgiving

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

    A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

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

    Conclusion

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

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

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    Easter

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

    Confession

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

    People: Almighty and most merciful Father, we have erred and strayed from your ways like lost sheep. We have followed too much the devices and desires of our own hearts. We have offended against your holy laws.
    We have left undone those things which we ought to have done, and we have done those things which we ought not to have done; and apart from your grace, there is no health in us.
    O Lord, have mercy upon us. Spare all those who confess their faults. Restore all those who are penitent, according to your promises declared to all people in Christ Jesus our Lord. And grant, O most merciful Father, for his sake, that we may now live a godly, righteous, and sober life, to the glory of your holy Name. Amen.

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

    Invitatory & Psalms

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

    Christ our Passover

    Pascha Nostrum - BCP p. 83

    Alleluia.

    Christ our Passover has been sacrificed for us; *

    therefore let us keep the feast,

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

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

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

    death no longer has dominion over him.

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

    but the life he lives, he lives to God.

    So also consider yourselves dead to sin, *

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

    Christ has been raised from the dead, *

    the first fruits of those who have fallen asleep.

    For since by a man came death, *

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

    For as in Adam all die, *

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

    Psalm 25

    Ad te, Domine, levavi

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

    my God, I put my trust in you; *

    let me not be humiliated,

    nor let my enemies triumph over me.

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

    let the treacherous be disappointed in their schemes.

    Show me your ways, O Lord, *

    and teach me your paths.

    Lead me in your truth and teach me, *

    for you are the God of my salvation;

    in you have I trusted all the day long.

    Remember, O Lord, your compassion and love, *

    for they are from everlasting.

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

    remember me according to your love

    and for the sake of your goodness, O Lord.

    Gracious and upright is the Lord; *

    therefore he teaches sinners in his way.

    He guides the humble in doing right *

    and teaches his way to the lowly.

    All the paths of the Lord are love and faithfulness *

    to those who keep his covenant and his testimonies.

    For your Name’s sake, O Lord, *

    forgive my sin, for it is great.

    Who are they who fear the Lord? *

    he will teach them the way that they should choose.

    They shall dwell in prosperity, *

    and their offspring shall inherit the land.

    The Lord is a friend to those who fear him *

    and will show them his covenant.

    My eyes are ever looking to the Lord, *

    for he shall pluck my feet out of the net.

    Turn to me and have pity on me, *

    for I am left alone and in misery.

    The sorrows of my heart have increased; *

    bring me out of my troubles.

    Look upon my adversity and misery *

    and forgive me all my sin.

    Look upon my enemies, for they are many, *

    and they bear a violent hatred against me.

    Protect my life and deliver me; *

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

    Let integrity and uprightness preserve me, *

    for my hope has been in you.

    Deliver Israel, O God, *

    out of all his troubles.

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

    The Lessons

    Exod. 18:13-27

    The next day Moses sat as judge for the people, while the people stood around him from morning until evening. When Moses' father-in-law saw all that he was doing for the people, he said, "What is this that you are doing for the people? Why do you sit alone, while all the people stand around you from morning until evening?" Moses said to his father-in-law, "Because the people come to me to inquire of God. When they have a dispute, they come to me and I decide between one person and another, and I make known to them the statutes and instructions of God." Moses' father-in-law said to him, "What you are doing is not good. You will surely wear yourself out, both you and these people with you. For the task is too heavy for you; you cannot do it alone. Now listen to me. I will give you counsel, and God be with you! You should represent the people before God, and you should bring their cases before God; teach them the statutes and instructions and make known to them the way they are to go and the things they are to do. You should also look for able men among all the people, men who fear God, are trustworthy, and hate dishonest gain; set such men over them as officers over thousands, hundreds, fifties and tens. Let them sit as judges for the people at all times; let them bring every important case to you, but decide every minor case themselves. So it will be easier for you, and they will bear the burden with you. If you do this, and God so commands you, then you will be able to endure, and all these people will go to their home in peace." So Moses listened to his father-in-law and did all that he had said. Moses chose able men from all Israel and appointed them as heads over the people, as officers over thousands, hundreds, fifties, and tens. And they judged the people at all times; hard cases they brought to Moses, but any minor case they decided themselves. Then Moses let his father-in-law depart, and he went off to his own country.Officiant: The Word of the Lord
    People: Thanks be to God.

    21. You are God

    Te Deum laudamus

    You are God: we praise you;

    You are the Lord; we acclaim you;

    You are the eternal Father:

    All creation worships you.

    To you all angels, all the powers of heaven,

    Cherubim and Seraphim, sing in endless praise:

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

    heaven and earth are full of your glory.

    The glorious company of apostles praise you.

    The noble fellowship of prophets praise you.

    The white-robed army of martyrs praise you.

    Throughout the world the holy Church acclaims you;

    Father, of majesty unbounded,

    your true and only Son, worthy of all worship,

    and the Holy Spirit, advocate and guide.

    You, Christ, are the king of glory,

    the eternal Son of the Father.

    When you became man to set us free

    you did not shun the Virgin’s womb.

    You overcame the sting of death

    and opened the kingdom of heaven to all believers.

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

    We believe that you will come and be our judge.

    Come then, Lord, and help your people,

    bought with the price of your own blood,

    and bring us with your saints

    to glory everlasting.

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

    1 Pet. 5:1-14

    Now as an elder myself and a witness of the sufferings of Christ, as well as one who shares in the glory to be revealed, I exhort the elders among you to tend the flock of God that is in your charge, exercising the oversight, not under compulsion but willingly, as God would have you do it-- not for sordid gain but eagerly. Do not lord it over those in your charge, but be examples to the flock. And when the chief shepherd appears, you will win the crown of glory that never fades away. In the same way, you who are younger must accept the authority of the elders. And all of you must clothe yourselves with humility in your dealings with one another, for "God opposes the proud, but gives grace to the humble." Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, so that he may exalt you in due time. Cast all your anxiety on him, because he cares for you. Discipline yourselves, keep alert. Like a roaring lion your adversary the devil prowls around, looking for someone to devour. Resist him, steadfast in your faith, for you know that your brothers and sisters in all the world are undergoing the same kinds of suffering. And after you have suffered for a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to his eternal glory in Christ, will himself restore, support, strengthen, and establish you. To him be the power forever and ever. Amen. Through Silvanus, whom I consider a faithful brother, I have written this short letter to encourage you and to testify that this is the true grace of God. Stand fast in it. Your sister church in Babylon, chosen together with you, sends you greetings; and so does my son Mark. Greet one another with a kiss of love. Peace to all of you who are in Christ.

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

    16. The Song of Zechariah

    Benedictus Dominus Deus - Luke 1: 68-79

    Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel; *

    he has come to his people and set them free.

    He has raised up for us a mighty savior, *

    born of the house of his servant David.

    Through his holy prophets he promised of old,

    that he would save us from our enemies, *

    from the hands of all who hate us.

    He promised to show mercy to our fathers *

    and to remember his holy covenant.

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

    to set us free from the hands of our enemies,

    Free to worship him without fear, *

    holy and righteous in his sight

    all the days of our life.

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

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

    To give his people knowledge of salvation *

    by the forgiveness of their sins.

    In the tender compassion of our God *

    the dawn from on high shall break upon us,

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

    and to guide our feet into the way of peace.

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

    The Creed

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

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

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

    The Prayers

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

    The Lord’s Prayer

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

    The Suffrages

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

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

    Third Sunday in Easter

    O God, whose blessed Son made himself known to his disciples in the breaking of bread: Open the eyes of our faith, that we may behold him in all his redeeming work; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

    A Collect for Peace

    O God, the author of peace and lover of concord, to know you is eternal life and to serve you is perfect freedom: Defend us, your humble servants, in all assaults of our enemies; that we, surely trusting in your defense, may not fear the power of any adversaries; through the might of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

    A Collect for Grace

    Lord God, almighty and everlasting Father, you have brought us in safety to this new day: Preserve us with your mighty power, that we may not fall into sin, nor be overcome by adversity; and in all we do, direct us to the fulfilling of your purpose; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

    For Mission

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

    Thanksgivings

    The General Thanksgiving

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

    A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

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

    Conclusion

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

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

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    Easter

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

    Confession

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

    People: Almighty and most merciful Father, we have erred and strayed from your ways like lost sheep. We have followed too much the devices and desires of our own hearts. We have offended against your holy laws.
    We have left undone those things which we ought to have done, and we have done those things which we ought not to have done; and apart from your grace, there is no health in us.
    O Lord, have mercy upon us. Spare all those who confess their faults. Restore all those who are penitent, according to your promises declared to all people in Christ Jesus our Lord. And grant, O most merciful Father, for his sake, that we may now live a godly, righteous, and sober life, to the glory of your holy Name. Amen.

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

    Invitatory & Psalms

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

    Christ our Passover

    Pascha Nostrum - BCP p. 83

    Alleluia.

    Christ our Passover has been sacrificed for us; *

    therefore let us keep the feast,

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

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

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

    death no longer has dominion over him.

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

    but the life he lives, he lives to God.

    So also consider yourselves dead to sin, *

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

    Christ has been raised from the dead, *

    the first fruits of those who have fallen asleep.

    For since by a man came death, *

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

    For as in Adam all die, *

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

    Psalm 148

    Laudate Dominum

    Hallelujah!

    Praise the Lord from the heavens; *

    praise him in the heights.

    Praise him, all you angels of his; *

    praise him, all his host.

    Praise him, sun and moon; *

    praise him, all you shining stars.

    Praise him, heaven of heavens, *

    and you waters above the heavens.

    Let them praise the Name of the Lord; *

    for he commanded, and they were created.

    He made them stand fast for ever and ever; *

    he gave them a law which shall not pass away.

    Praise the Lord from the earth, *

    you sea-monsters and all deeps;

    Fire and hail, snow and fog, *

    tempestuous wind, doing his will;

    Mountains and all hills, *

    fruit trees and all cedars;

    Wild beasts and all cattle, *

    creeping things and wingèd birds;

    Kings of the earth and all peoples, *

    princes and all rulers of the world;

    Young men and maidens, *

    old and young together.

    Let them praise the Name of the Lord, *

    for his Name only is exalted,

    his splendor is over earth and heaven.

    He has raised up strength for his people

    and praise for all his loyal servants, *

    the children of Israel, a people who are near him.

    Hallelujah!

    Psalm 149

    Cantate Domino

    Hallelujah!

    Sing to the Lord a new song; *

    sing his praise in the congregation of the faithful.

    Let Israel rejoice in his Maker; *

    let the children of Zion be joyful in their King.

    Let them praise his Name in the dance; *

    let them sing praise to him with timbrel and harp.

    For the Lord takes pleasure in his people *

    and adorns the poor with victory.

    Let the faithful rejoice in triumph; *

    let them be joyful on their beds.

    Let the praises of God be in their throat *

    and a two-edged sword in their hand;

    To wreak vengeance on the nations *

    and punishment on the peoples;

    To bind their kings in chains *

    and their nobles with links of iron;

    To inflict on them the judgment decreed; *

    this is glory for all his faithful people.

    Hallelujah!

    Psalm 150

    Laudate Domi

    Hallelujah!

    Praise God in his holy temple; *

    praise him in the firmament of his power.

    Praise him for his mighty acts; *

    praise him for his excellent greatness.

    Praise him with the blast of the ram’s-horn; *

    Praise him with lyre and harp.

    Praise him with timbrel and dance; *

    praise him with strings and pipe.

    Praise him with resounding cymbals; *

    praise him with loud-clanging cymbals.

    Let everything that has breath *

    praise the Lord.

    Hallelujah!

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

    The Lessons

    Exod. 18:1-12

    Jethro, the priest of Midian, Moses' father-in-law, heard of all that God had done for Moses and for his people Israel, how the Lord had brought Israel out of Egypt. After Moses had sent away his wife Zipporah, his father-in-law Jethro took her back, along with her two sons. The name of the one was Gershom (for he said, "I have been an alien in a foreign land"), and the name of the other, Eliezer (for he said, "The God of my father was my help, and delivered me from the sword of Pharaoh"). Jethro, Moses' father-in-law, came into the wilderness where Moses was encamped at the mountain of God, bringing Moses' sons and wife to him. He sent word to Moses, "I, your father-in-law Jethro, am coming to you, with your wife and her two sons." Moses went out to meet his father-in-law; he bowed down and kissed him; each asked after the other's welfare, and they went into the tent. Then Moses told his father-in-law all that the Lord had done to Pharaoh and to the Egyptians for Israel's sake, all the hardship that had beset them on the way, and how the Lord had delivered them. Jethro rejoiced for all the good that the Lord had done to Israel, in delivering them from the Egyptians. Jethro said, "Blessed be the Lord, who has delivered you from the Egyptians and from Pharaoh. Now I know that the Lord is greater than all gods, because he delivered the people from the Egyptians, when they dealt arrogantly with them." And Jethro, Moses' father-in-law, brought a burnt offering and sacrifices to God; and Aaron came with all the elders of Israel to eat bread with Moses' father-in-law in the presence of God.

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

    21. You are God

    Te Deum laudamus

    You are God: we praise you;

    You are the Lord; we acclaim you;

    You are the eternal Father:

    All creation worships you.

    To you all angels, all the powers of heaven,

    Cherubim and Seraphim, sing in endless praise:

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

    heaven and earth are full of your glory.

    The glorious company of apostles praise you.

    The noble fellowship of prophets praise you.

    The white-robed army of martyrs praise you.

    Throughout the world the holy Church acclaims you;

    Father, of majesty unbounded,

    your true and only Son, worthy of all worship,

    and the Holy Spirit, advocate and guide.

    You, Christ, are the king of glory,

    the eternal Son of the Father.

    When you became man to set us free

    you did not shun the Virgin’s womb.

    You overcame the sting of death

    and opened the kingdom of heaven to all believers.

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

    We believe that you will come and be our judge.

    Come then, Lord, and help your people,

    bought with the price of your own blood,

    and bring us with your saints

    to glory everlasting.

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

    1 John 2:7-17

    Beloved, I am writing you no new commandment, but an old commandment that you have had from the beginning; the old commandment is the word that you have heard. Yet I am writing you a new commandment that is true in him and in you, because the darkness is passing away and the true light is already shining. Whoever says, "I am in the light," while hating a brother or sister, is still in the darkness. Whoever loves a brother or sister lives in the light, and in such a person there is no cause for stumbling. But whoever hates another believer is in the darkness, walks in the darkness, and does not know the way to go, because the darkness has brought on blindness. I am writing to you, little children, because your sins are forgiven on account of his name. I am writing to you, fathers, because you know him who is from the beginning. I am writing to you, young people, because you have conquered the evil one. I write to you, children, because you know the Father. I write to you, fathers, because you know him who is from the beginning. I write to you, young people, because you are strong and the word of God abides in you, and you have overcome the evil one. Do not love the world or the things in the world. The love of the Father is not in those who love the world; for all that is in the world-- the desire of the flesh, the desire of the eyes, the pride in riches-- comes not from the Father but from the world. And the world and its desire are passing away, but those who do the will of God live forever.

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

    16. The Song of Zechariah

    Benedictus Dominus Deus - Luke 1: 68-79

    Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel; *

    he has come to his people and set them free.

    He has raised up for us a mighty savior, *

    born of the house of his servant David.

    Through his holy prophets he promised of old,

    that he would save us from our enemies, *

    from the hands of all who hate us.

    He promised to show mercy to our fathers *

    and to remember his holy covenant.

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

    to set us free from the hands of our enemies,

    Free to worship him without fear, *

    holy and righteous in his sight

    all the days of our life.

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

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

    To give his people knowledge of salvation *

    by the forgiveness of their sins.

    In the tender compassion of our God *

    the dawn from on high shall break upon us,

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

    and to guide our feet into the way of peace.

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

    The Creed

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

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

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

    The Prayers

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

    The Lord’s Prayer

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

    The Suffrages

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

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

    Third Sunday in Easter

    O God, whose blessed Son made himself known to his disciples in the breaking of bread: Open the eyes of our faith, that we may behold him in all his redeeming work; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

    A Collect for Peace

    O God, the author of peace and lover of concord, to know you is eternal life and to serve you is perfect freedom: Defend us, your humble servants, in all assaults of our enemies; that we, surely trusting in your defense, may not fear the power of any adversaries; through the might of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

    A Collect for Grace

    Lord God, almighty and everlasting Father, you have brought us in safety to this new day: Preserve us with your mighty power, that we may not fall into sin, nor be overcome by adversity; and in all we do, direct us to the fulfilling of your purpose; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

    For Mission

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

    Thanksgivings

    The General Thanksgiving

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

    A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

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

    Conclusion

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

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

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    Easter

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

    Confession

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

    People: Almighty and most merciful Father, we have erred and strayed from your ways like lost sheep. We have followed too much the devices and desires of our own hearts. We have offended against your holy laws.
    We have left undone those things which we ought to have done, and we have done those things which we ought not to have done; and apart from your grace, there is no health in us.
    O Lord, have mercy upon us. Spare all those who confess their faults. Restore all those who are penitent, according to your promises declared to all people in Christ Jesus our Lord. And grant, O most merciful Father, for his sake, that we may now live a godly, righteous, and sober life, to the glory of your holy Name. Amen.

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

    Invitatory & Psalms

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

    Christ our Passover

    Pascha Nostrum - BCP p. 83

    Alleluia.

    Christ our Passover has been sacrificed for us; *

    therefore let us keep the feast,

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

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

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

    death no longer has dominion over him.

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

    but the life he lives, he lives to God.

    So also consider yourselves dead to sin, *

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

    Christ has been raised from the dead, *

    the first fruits of those who have fallen asleep.

    For since by a man came death, *

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

    For as in Adam all die, *

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

    Psalm 20

    Exaudiat te Dominus

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

    the Name of the God of Jacob defend you;

    Send you help from his holy place *

    and strengthen you out of Zion;

    Remember all your offerings *

    and accept your burnt sacrifice;

    Grant you your heart’s desire *

    and prosper all your plans.

    We will shout for joy at your victory

    and triumph in the Name of our God; *

    may the Lord grant all your requests.

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

    he will answer him out of his holy heaven,

    with the victorious strength of his right hand.

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

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

    They collapse and fall down, *

    but we will arise and stand upright.

    O Lord, give victory to the king *

    and answer us when we call.

    Psalm 21

    Domine, in virtute tua

    The king rejoices in your strength, O Lord; *

    how greatly he exults in your victory!

    You have given him his heart’s desire; *

    you have not denied him the request of his lips.

    For you meet him with blessings of prosperity, *

    and set a crown of fine gold upon his head.

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

    length of days, for ever and ever.

    His honor is great, because of your victory; *

    splendor and majesty have you bestowed upon him.

    For you will give him everlasting felicity *

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

    For the king puts his trust in the Lord; *

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

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

    your right hand will seize all those who hate you.

    You will make them like a fiery furnace *

    at the time of your appearing, O Lord;

    You will swallow them up in your wrath, *

    and fire shall consume them.

    You will destroy their offspring from the land *

    and their descendants from among the peoples of the earth.

    Though they intend evil against you

    and devise wicked schemes, *

    yet they shall not prevail.

    For you will put them to flight *

    and aim your arrows at them.

    Be exalted, O Lord, in your might; *

    we will sing and praise your power.]

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

    The Lessons

    Exod. 17:1-16

    From the wilderness of Sin the whole congregation of the Israelites journeyed by stages, as the Lord commanded. They camped at Rephidim, but there was no water for the people to drink. The people quarreled with Moses, and said, "Give us water to drink." Moses said to them, "Why do you quarrel with me? Why do you test the Lord?" But the people thirsted there for water; and the people complained against Moses and said, "Why did you bring us out of Egypt, to kill us and our children and livestock with thirst?" So Moses cried out to the Lord, "What shall I do with this people? They are almost ready to stone me." The Lord said to Moses, "Go on ahead of the people, and take some of the elders of Israel with you; take in your hand the staff with which you struck the Nile, and go. I will be standing there in front of you on the rock at Horeb. Strike the rock, and water will come out of it, so that the people may drink." Moses did so, in the sight of the elders of Israel. He called the place Massah and Meribah, because the Israelites quarreled and tested the Lord, saying, "Is the Lord among us or not?" Then Amalek came and fought with Israel at Rephidim. Moses said to Joshua, "Choose some men for us and go out, fight with Amalek. Tomorrow I will stand on the top of the hill with the staff of God in my hand." So Joshua did as Moses told him, and fought with Amalek, while Moses, Aaron, and Hur went up to the top of the hill. Whenever Moses held up his hand, Israel prevailed; and whenever he lowered his hand, Amalek prevailed. But Moses' hands grew weary; so they took a stone and put it under him, and he sat on it. Aaron and Hur held up his hands, one on one side, and the other on the other side; so his hands were steady until the sun set. And Joshua defeated Amalek and his people with the sword. Then the Lord said to Moses, "Write this as a reminder in a book and recite it in the hearing of Joshua: I will utterly blot out the remembrance of Amalek from under heaven." And Moses built an altar and called it, The Lord is my banner. He said, "A hand upon the banner of the Lord The Lord will have war with Amalek from generation to generation."

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

    21. You are God

    Te Deum laudamus

    You are God: we praise you;

    You are the Lord; we acclaim you;

    You are the eternal Father:

    All creation worships you.

    To you all angels, all the powers of heaven,

    Cherubim and Seraphim, sing in endless praise:

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

    heaven and earth are full of your glory.

    The glorious company of apostles praise you.

    The noble fellowship of prophets praise you.

    The white-robed army of martyrs praise you.

    Throughout the world the holy Church acclaims you;

    Father, of majesty unbounded,

    your true and only Son, worthy of all worship,

    and the Holy Spirit, advocate and guide.

    You, Christ, are the king of glory,

    the eternal Son of the Father.

    When you became man to set us free

    you did not shun the Virgin’s womb.

    You overcame the sting of death

    and opened the kingdom of heaven to all believers.

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

    We believe that you will come and be our judge.

    Come then, Lord, and help your people,

    bought with the price of your own blood,

    and bring us with your saints

    to glory everlasting.

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

    1 Pet. 4:7-19

    The end of all things is near; therefore be serious and discipline yourselves for the sake of your prayers. Above all, maintain constant love for one another, for love covers a multitude of sins. Be hospitable to one another without complaining. Like good stewards of the manifold grace of God, serve one another with whatever gift each of you has received. Whoever speaks must do so as one speaking the very words of God; whoever serves must do so with the strength that God supplies, so that God may be glorified in all things through Jesus Christ. To him belong the glory and the power forever and ever. Amen. Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery ordeal that is taking place among you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you. But rejoice insofar as you are sharing Christ's sufferings, so that you may also be glad and shout for joy when his glory is revealed. If you are reviled for the name of Christ, you are blessed, because the spirit of glory, which is the Spirit of God, is resting on you. But let none of you suffer as a murderer, a thief, a criminal, or even as a mischief maker. Yet if any of you suffers as a Christian, do not consider it a disgrace, but glorify God because you bear this name. For the time has come for judgment to begin with the household of God; if it begins with us, what will be the end for those who do not obey the gospel of God? And "If it is hard for the righteous to be saved, what will become of the ungodly and the sinners?" Therefore, let those suffering in accordance with God's will entrust themselves to a faithful Creator, while continuing to do good.

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

    16. The Song of Zechariah

    Benedictus Dominus Deus - Luke 1: 68-79

    Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel; *

    he has come to his people and set them free.

    He has raised up for us a mighty savior, *

    born of the house of his servant David.

    Through his holy prophets he promised of old,

    that he would save us from our enemies, *

    from the hands of all who hate us.

    He promised to show mercy to our fathers *

    and to remember his holy covenant.

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

    to set us free from the hands of our enemies,

    Free to worship him without fear, *

    holy and righteous in his sight

    all the days of our life.

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

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

    To give his people knowledge of salvation *

    by the forgiveness of their sins.

    In the tender compassion of our God *

    the dawn from on high shall break upon us,

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

    and to guide our feet into the way of peace.

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

    The Creed

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

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

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

    The Prayers

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

    The Lord’s Prayer

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

    The Suffrages

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

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

    Second Sunday in Easter

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

    A Collect for Peace

    O God, the author of peace and lover of concord, to know you is eternal life and to serve you is perfect freedom: Defend us, your humble servants, in all assaults of our enemies; that we, surely trusting in your defense, may not fear the power of any adversaries; through the might of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

    A Collect for Grace

    Lord God, almighty and everlasting Father, you have brought us in safety to this new day: Preserve us with your mighty power, that we may not fall into sin, nor be overcome by adversity; and in all we do, direct us to the fulfilling of your purpose; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

    For Mission

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

    Thanksgivings

    The General Thanksgiving

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

    A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

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

    Conclusion

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

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

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    Easter

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

    Confession

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

    People: Almighty and most merciful Father, we have erred and strayed from your ways like lost sheep. We have followed too much the devices and desires of our own hearts. We have offended against your holy laws.
    We have left undone those things which we ought to have done, and we have done those things which we ought not to have done; and apart from your grace, there is no health in us.
    O Lord, have mercy upon us. Spare all those who confess their faults. Restore all those who are penitent, according to your promises declared to all people in Christ Jesus our Lord. And grant, O most merciful Father, for his sake, that we may now live a godly, righteous, and sober life, to the glory of your holy Name. Amen.

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

    Invitatory & Psalms

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

    Christ our Passover

    Pascha Nostrum - BCP p. 83

    Alleluia.

    Christ our Passover has been sacrificed for us; *

    therefore let us keep the feast,

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

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

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

    death no longer has dominion over him.

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

    but the life he lives, he lives to God.

    So also consider yourselves dead to sin, *

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

    Christ has been raised from the dead, *

    the first fruits of those who have fallen asleep.

    For since by a man came death, *

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

    For as in Adam all die, *

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

    Psalm 16

    Conserva me, Domine

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

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

    my good above all other.”

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

    upon those who are noble among the people.

    But those who run after other gods *

    shall have their troubles multiplied.

    Their libations of blood I will not offer, *

    nor take the names of their gods upon my lips.

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

    it is you who uphold my lot.

    My boundaries enclose a pleasant land; *

    indeed, I have a goodly heritage.

    I will bless the Lord who gives me counsel; *

    my heart teaches me, night after night.

    I have set the Lord always before me; *

    because he is at my right hand I shall not fall.

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

    my body also shall rest in hope.

    For you will not abandon me to the grave, *

    nor let your holy one see the Pit.

    You will show me the path of life; *

    in your presence there is fullness of joy,

    and in your right hand are pleasures for evermore.

    Psalm 17

    Exaudi, Domine

    Hear my plea of innocence, O Lord;

    give heed to my cry; *

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

    Let my vindication come forth from your presence; *

    let your eyes be fixed on justice.

    Weigh my heart, summon me by night, *

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

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

    I have heeded the words of your lips.

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

    in your paths my feet shall not stumble.

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

    incline your ear to me and hear my words.

    Show me your marvelous loving-kindness, *

    O Savior of those who take refuge at your right hand

    from those who rise up against them.

    Keep me as the apple of your eye; *

    hide me under the shadow of your wings,

    From the wicked who assault me, *

    from my deadly enemies who surround me.

    They have closed their heart to pity, *

    and their mouth speaks proud things.

    They press me hard,

    now they surround me, *

    watching how they may cast me to the ground,

    Like a lion, greedy for its prey, *

    and like a young lion lurking in secret places.

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

    deliver me from the wicked by your sword.

    Deliver me, O Lord, by your hand *

    from those whose portion in life is this world;

    Whose bellies you fill with your treasure, *

    who are well supplied with children

    and leave their wealth to their little ones.

    But at my vindication I shall see your face; *

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

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

    The Lessons

    Exod. 16:23-36

    he said to them, "This is what the Lord has commanded: 'Tomorrow is a day of solemn rest, a holy sabbath to the Lord; bake what you want to bake and boil what you want to boil, and all that is left over put aside to be kept until morning.'" So they put it aside until morning, as Moses commanded them; and it did not become foul, and there were no worms in it. Moses said, "Eat it today, for today is a sabbath to the Lord; today you will not find it in the field. Six days you shall gather it; but on the seventh day, which is a sabbath, there will be none." On the seventh day some of the people went out to gather, and they found none. The Lord said to Moses, "How long will you refuse to keep my commandments and instructions? See! The Lord has given you the sabbath, therefore on the sixth day he gives you food for two days; each of you stay where you are; do not leave your place on the seventh day." So the people rested on the seventh day. The house of Israel called it manna; it was like coriander seed, white, and the taste of it was like wafers made with honey. Moses said, "This is what the Lord has commanded: 'Let an omer of it be kept throughout your generations, in order that they may see the food with which I fed you in the wilderness, when I brought you out of the land of Egypt.'" And Moses said to Aaron, "Take a jar, and put an omer of manna in it, and place it before the Lord, to be kept throughout your generations." As the Lord commanded Moses, so Aaron placed it before the covenant, for safekeeping. The Israelites ate manna forty years, until they came to a habitable land; they ate manna, until they came to the border of the land of Canaan. An omer is a tenth of an ephah.

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

    21. You are God

    Te Deum laudamus

    You are God: we praise you;

    You are the Lord; we acclaim you;

    You are the eternal Father:

    All creation worships you.

    To you all angels, all the powers of heaven,

    Cherubim and Seraphim, sing in endless praise:

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

    heaven and earth are full of your glory.

    The glorious company of apostles praise you.

    The noble fellowship of prophets praise you.

    The white-robed army of martyrs praise you.

    Throughout the world the holy Church acclaims you;

    Father, of majesty unbounded,

    your true and only Son, worthy of all worship,

    and the Holy Spirit, advocate and guide.

    You, Christ, are the king of glory,

    the eternal Son of the Father.

    When you became man to set us free

    you did not shun the Virgin’s womb.

    You overcame the sting of death

    and opened the kingdom of heaven to all believers.

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

    We believe that you will come and be our judge.

    Come then, Lord, and help your people,

    bought with the price of your own blood,

    and bring us with your saints

    to glory everlasting.

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

    1 Pet. 3:13-4:6

    Now who will harm you if you are eager to do what is good? But even if you do suffer for doing what is right, you are blessed. Do not fear what they fear, and do not be intimidated, but in your hearts sanctify Christ as Lord. Always be ready to make your defense to anyone who demands from you an accounting for the hope that is in you; yet do it with gentleness and reverence. Keep your conscience clear, so that, when you are maligned, those who abuse you for your good conduct in Christ may be put to shame. For it is better to suffer for doing good, if suffering should be God's will, than to suffer for doing evil. For Christ also suffered for sins once for all, the righteous for the unrighteous, in order to bring you to God. He was put to death in the flesh, but made alive in the spirit, in which also he went and made a proclamation to the spirits in prison, who in former times did not obey, when God waited patiently in the days of Noah, during the building of the ark, in which a few, that is, eight persons, were saved through water. And baptism, which this prefigured, now saves you-- not as a removal of dirt from the body, but as an appeal to God for a good conscience, through the resurrection of Jesus Christ, who has gone into heaven and is at the right hand of God, with angels, authorities, and powers made subject to him. Since therefore Christ suffered in the flesh, arm yourselves also with the same intention (for whoever has suffered in the flesh has finished with sin), so as to live for the rest of your earthly life no longer by human desires but by the will of God. You have already spent enough time in doing what the Gentiles like to do, living in licentiousness, passions, drunkenness, revels, carousing, and lawless idolatry. They are surprised that you no longer join them in the same excesses of dissipation, and so they blaspheme. But they will have to give an accounting to him who stands ready to judge the living and the dead. For this is the reason the gospel was proclaimed even to the dead, so that, though they had been judged in the flesh as everyone is judged, they might live in the spirit as God does.

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

    16. The Song of Zechariah

    Benedictus Dominus Deus - Luke 1: 68-79

    Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel; *

    he has come to his people and set them free.

    He has raised up for us a mighty savior, *

    born of the house of his servant David.

    Through his holy prophets he promised of old,

    that he would save us from our enemies, *

    from the hands of all who hate us.

    He promised to show mercy to our fathers *

    and to remember his holy covenant.

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

    to set us free from the hands of our enemies,

    Free to worship him without fear, *

    holy and righteous in his sight

    all the days of our life.

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

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

    To give his people knowledge of salvation *

    by the forgiveness of their sins.

    In the tender compassion of our God *

    the dawn from on high shall break upon us,

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

    and to guide our feet into the way of peace.

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

    The Creed

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

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

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

    The Prayers

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

    The Lord’s Prayer

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

    The Suffrages

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

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

    Second Sunday in Easter

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

    A Collect for Peace

    O God, the author of peace and lover of concord, to know you is eternal life and to serve you is perfect freedom: Defend us, your humble servants, in all assaults of our enemies; that we, surely trusting in your defense, may not fear the power of any adversaries; through the might of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

    A Collect for Grace

    Lord God, almighty and everlasting Father, you have brought us in safety to this new day: Preserve us with your mighty power, that we may not fall into sin, nor be overcome by adversity; and in all we do, direct us to the fulfilling of your purpose; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

    For Mission

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

    Thanksgivings

    The General Thanksgiving

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

    A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

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

    Conclusion

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

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

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    Easter

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

    Confession

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

    People: Almighty and most merciful Father, we have erred and strayed from your ways like lost sheep. We have followed too much the devices and desires of our own hearts. We have offended against your holy laws.
    We have left undone those things which we ought to have done, and we have done those things which we ought not to have done; and apart from your grace, there is no health in us.
    O Lord, have mercy upon us. Spare all those who confess their faults. Restore all those who are penitent, according to your promises declared to all people in Christ Jesus our Lord. And grant, O most merciful Father, for his sake, that we may now live a godly, righteous, and sober life, to the glory of your holy Name. Amen.

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

    Invitatory & Psalms

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

    Christ our Passover

    Pascha Nostrum - BCP p. 83

    Alleluia.

    Christ our Passover has been sacrificed for us; *

    therefore let us keep the feast,

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

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

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

    death no longer has dominion over him.

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

    but the life he lives, he lives to God.

    So also consider yourselves dead to sin, *

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

    Christ has been raised from the dead, *

    the first fruits of those who have fallen asleep.

    For since by a man came death, *

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

    For as in Adam all die, *

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

    Psalm 18: Part I

    Diligam te, Domine.

    I love you, O Lord my strength, *

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

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

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

    you are worthy of praise.

    I will call upon the Lord, *

    and so shall I be saved from my enemies.

    The breakers of death rolled over me, *

    and the torrents of oblivion made me afraid.

    The cords of hell entangled me, *

    and the snares of death were set for me.

    I called upon the Lord in my distress *

    and cried out to my God for help.

    He heard my voice from his heavenly dwelling; *

    my cry of anguish came to his ears.

    The earth reeled and rocked; *

    the roots of the mountains shook;

    they reeled because of his anger.

    Smoke rose from his nostrils

    and a consuming fire out of his mouth; *

    hot burning coals blazed forth from him.

    He parted the heavens and came down *

    with a storm cloud under his feet.

    He mounted on cherubim and flew; *

    he swooped on the wings of the wind.

    He wrapped darkness about him; *

    he made dark waters and thick clouds his pavilion.

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

    burst hailstones and coals of fire.

    The Lord thundered out of heaven; *

    the Most High uttered his voice.

    He loosed his arrows and scattered them; *

    he hurled thunderbolts and routed them.

    The beds of the seas were uncovered,

    and the foundations of the world laid bare, *

    at your battle cry, O Lord,

    at the blast of the breath of your nostrils.

    He reached down from on high and grasped me; *

    he drew me out of great waters.

    He delivered me from my strong enemies

    and from those who hated me; *

    for they were too mighty for me.

    They confronted me in the day of my disaster; *

    but the Lord was my support.

    He brought me out into an open place; *

    he rescued me because he delighted in me.

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

    The Lessons

    Exod. 16:10-22

    A Reading from the Book of Exodus.

    And as Aaron spoke to the whole congregation of the Israelites, they looked toward the wilderness, and the glory of the Lord appeared in the cloud. The Lord spoke to Moses and said, "I have heard the complaining of the Israelites; say to them, 'At twilight you shall eat meat, and in the morning you shall have your fill of bread; then you shall know that I am the Lord your God.'" In the evening quails came up and covered the camp; and in the morning there was a layer of dew around the camp. When the layer of dew lifted, there on the surface of the wilderness was a fine flaky substance, as fine as frost on the ground. When the Israelites saw it, they said to one another, "What is it?" For they did not know what it was. Moses said to them, "It is the bread that the Lord has given you to eat. This is what the Lord has commanded: 'Gather as much of it as each of you needs, an omer to a person according to the number of persons, all providing for those in their own tents.'" The Israelites did so, some gathering more, some less. But when they measured it with an omer, those who gathered much had nothing over, and those who gathered little had no shortage; they gathered as much as each of them needed. And Moses said to them, "Let no one leave any of it over until morning." But they did not listen to Moses; some left part of it until morning, and it bred worms and became foul. And Moses was angry with them. Morning by morning they gathered it, as much as each needed; but when the sun grew hot, it melted. On the sixth day they gathered twice as much food, two omers apiece. When all the leaders of the congregation came and told Moses,

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

    21. You are God

    Te Deum laudamus

    You are God: we praise you;

    You are the Lord; we acclaim you;

    You are the eternal Father:

    All creation worships you.

    To you all angels, all the powers of heaven,

    Cherubim and Seraphim, sing in endless praise:

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

    heaven and earth are full of your glory.

    The glorious company of apostles praise you.

    The noble fellowship of prophets praise you.

    The white-robed army of martyrs praise you.

    Throughout the world the holy Church acclaims you;

    Father, of majesty unbounded,

    your true and only Son, worthy of all worship,

    and the Holy Spirit, advocate and guide.

    You, Christ, are the king of glory,

    the eternal Son of the Father.

    When you became man to set us free

    you did not shun the Virgin’s womb.

    You overcame the sting of death

    and opened the kingdom of heaven to all believers.

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

    We believe that you will come and be our judge.

    Come then, Lord, and help your people,

    bought with the price of your own blood,

    and bring us with your saints

    to glory everlasting.

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

    1 Pet. 2:11-25

    Beloved, I urge you as aliens and exiles to abstain from the desires of the flesh that wage war against the soul. Conduct yourselves honorably among the Gentiles, so that, though they malign you as evildoers, they may see your honorable deeds and glorify God when he comes to judge. For the Lord's sake accept the authority of every human institution, whether of the emperor as supreme, or of governors, as sent by him to punish those who do wrong and to praise those who do right. For it is God's will that by doing right you should silence the ignorance of the foolish. As servants of God, live as free people, yet do not use your freedom as a pretext for evil. Honor everyone. Love the family of believers. Fear God. Honor the emperor. Slaves, accept the authority of your masters with all deference, not only those who are kind and gentle but also those who are harsh. For it is a credit to you if, being aware of God, you endure pain while suffering unjustly. If you endure when you are beaten for doing wrong, what credit is that? But if you endure when you do right and suffer for it, you have God's approval. For to this you have been called, because Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example, so that you should follow in his steps. "He committed no sin, and no deceit was found in his mouth." When he was abused, he did not return abuse; when he suffered, he did not threaten; but he entrusted himself to the one who judges justly. He himself bore our sins in his body on the cross, so that, free from sins, we might live for righteousness; by his wounds you have been healed. For you were going astray like sheep, but now you have returned to the shepherd and guardian of your souls.

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

    16. The Song of Zechariah

    Benedictus Dominus Deus - Luke 1: 68-79

    Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel; *

    he has come to his people and set them free.

    He has raised up for us a mighty savior, *

    born of the house of his servant David.

    Through his holy prophets he promised of old,

    that he would save us from our enemies, *

    from the hands of all who hate us.

    He promised to show mercy to our fathers *

    and to remember his holy covenant.

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

    to set us free from the hands of our enemies,

    Free to worship him without fear, *

    holy and righteous in his sight

    all the days of our life.

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

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

    To give his people knowledge of salvation *

    by the forgiveness of their sins.

    In the tender compassion of our God *

    the dawn from on high shall break upon us,

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

    and to guide our feet into the way of peace.

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

    The Creed

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

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

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

    The Prayers

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

    The Lord’s Prayer

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

    The Suffrages

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

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

    Second Sunday in Easter

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

    A Collect for Peace

    O God, the author of peace and lover of concord, to know you is eternal life and to serve you is perfect freedom: Defend us, your humble servants, in all assaults of our enemies; that we, surely trusting in your defense, may not fear the power of any adversaries; through the might of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

    A Collect for Grace

    Lord God, almighty and everlasting Father, you have brought us in safety to this new day: Preserve us with your mighty power, that we may not fall into sin, nor be overcome by adversity; and in all we do, direct us to the fulfilling of your purpose; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

    For Mission

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

    Thanksgivings

    The General Thanksgiving

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

    A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

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

    Conclusion

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

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

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    Easter

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

    Confession

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

    People: Almighty and most merciful Father, we have erred and strayed from your ways like lost sheep. We have followed too much the devices and desires of our own hearts. We have offended against your holy laws.
    We have left undone those things which we ought to have done, and we have done those things which we ought not to have done; and apart from your grace, there is no health in us.
    O Lord, have mercy upon us. Spare all those who confess their faults. Restore all those who are penitent, according to your promises declared to all people in Christ Jesus our Lord. And grant, O most merciful Father, for his sake, that we may now live a godly, righteous, and sober life, to the glory of your holy Name. Amen.

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

    Invitatory & Psalms

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

    Christ our Passover

    Pascha Nostrum - BCP p. 83

    Alleluia.

    Christ our Passover has been sacrificed for us; *

    therefore let us keep the feast,

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

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

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

    death no longer has dominion over him.

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

    but the life he lives, he lives to God.

    So also consider yourselves dead to sin, *

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

    Christ has been raised from the dead, *

    the first fruits of those who have fallen asleep.

    For since by a man came death, *

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

    For as in Adam all die, *

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

    Psalm 119: Aleph

    Beati immaculati

    Happy are they whose way is blameless, *

    who walk in the law of the Lord!

    Happy are they who observe his decrees *

    and seek him with all their hearts!

    Who never do any wrong, *

    but always walk in his ways.

    You laid down your commandments, *

    that we should fully keep them.

    Oh, that my ways were made so direct *

    that I might keep your statutes!

    Then I should not be put to shame, *

    when I regard all your commandments.

    I will thank you with an unfeigned heart, *

    when I have learned your righteous judgments.

    I will keep your statutes; *

    do not utterly forsake me.

    Psalm 119: Beth

    In quo corrigit?

    How shall a young man cleanse his way? *

    By keeping to your words.

    With my whole heart I seek you; *

    let me not stray from your commandments.

    I treasure your promise in my heart, *

    that I may not sin against you.

    Blessed are you, O Lord; *

    instruct me in your statutes.

    With my lips will I recite *

    all the judgments of your mouth.

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

    than in all manner of riches.

    I will meditate on your commandments *

    and give attention to your ways.

    My delight is in your statutes; *

    I will not forget your word.

    Psalm 119: Gimel

    Retribue servo tuo

    Deal bountifully with your servant, *

    that I may live and keep your word.

    Open my eyes, that I may see *

    the wonders of your law.

    I am a stranger here on earth; *

    do not hide your commandments from me.

    My soul is consumed at all times *

    with longing for your judgments.

    You have rebuked the insolent; *

    cursed are they who stray from your commandments!

    Turn from me shame and rebuke, *

    for I have kept your decrees.

    Even though rulers sit and plot against me, *

    I will meditate on your statutes.

    For your decrees are my delight, *

    and they are my counselors.

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

    The Lessons

    Exod. 15:22-16:10

    Then Moses ordered Israel to set out from the Red Sea, and they went into the wilderness of Shur. They went three days in the wilderness and found no water. When they came to Marah, they could not drink the water of Marah because it was bitter. That is why it was called Marah. And the people complained against Moses, saying, "What shall we drink?" He cried out to the Lord; and the Lord showed him a piece of wood; he threw it into the water, and the water became sweet. There the Lord made for them a statute and an ordinance and there he put them to the test. He said, "If you will listen carefully to the voice of the Lord your God, and do what is right in his sight, and give heed to his commandments and keep all his statutes, I will not bring upon you any of the diseases that I brought upon the Egyptians; for I am the Lord who heals you." Then they came to Elim, where there were twelve springs of water and seventy palm trees; and they camped there by the water. The whole congregation of the Israelites set out from Elim; and Israel came to the wilderness of Sin, which is between Elim and Sinai, on the fifteenth day of the second month after they had departed from the land of Egypt. The whole congregation of the Israelites complained against Moses and Aaron in the wilderness. The Israelites said to them, "If only we had died by the hand of the Lord in the land of Egypt, when we sat by the fleshpots and ate our fill of bread; for you have brought us out into this wilderness to kill this whole assembly with hunger." Then the Lord said to Moses, "I am going to rain bread from heaven for you, and each day the people shall go out and gather enough for that day. In that way I will test them, whether they will follow my instruction or not. On the sixth day, when they prepare what they bring in, it will be twice as much as they gather on other days." So Moses and Aaron said to all the Israelites, "In the evening you shall know that it was the Lord who brought you out of the land of Egypt, and in the morning you shall see the glory of the Lord, because he has heard your complaining against the Lord. For what are we, that you complain against us?" And Moses said, "When the Lord gives you meat to eat in the evening and your fill of bread in the morning, because the Lord has heard the complaining that you utter against him-- what are we? Your complaining is not against us but against the Lord." Then Moses said to Aaron, "Say to the whole congregation of the Israelites, 'Draw near to the Lord, for he has heard your complaining.'" And as Aaron spoke to the whole congregation of the Israelites, they looked toward the wilderness, and the glory of the Lord appeared in the cloud.

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

    21. You are God

    Te Deum laudamus

    You are God: we praise you;

    You are the Lord; we acclaim you;

    You are the eternal Father:

    All creation worships you.

    To you all angels, all the powers of heaven,

    Cherubim and Seraphim, sing in endless praise:

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

    heaven and earth are full of your glory.

    The glorious company of apostles praise you.

    The noble fellowship of prophets praise you.

    The white-robed army of martyrs praise you.

    Throughout the world the holy Church acclaims you;

    Father, of majesty unbounded,

    your true and only Son, worthy of all worship,

    and the Holy Spirit, advocate and guide.

    You, Christ, are the king of glory,

    the eternal Son of the Father.

    When you became man to set us free

    you did not shun the Virgin’s womb.

    You overcame the sting of death

    and opened the kingdom of heaven to all believers.

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

    We believe that you will come and be our judge.

    Come then, Lord, and help your people,

    bought with the price of your own blood,

    and bring us with your saints

    to glory everlasting.

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

    1 Pet. 2:1-10

    Rid yourselves, therefore, of all malice, and all guile, insincerity, envy, and all slander. Like newborn infants, long for the pure, spiritual milk, so that by it you may grow into salvation-- if indeed you have tasted that the Lord is good. Come to him, a living stone, though rejected by mortals yet chosen and precious in God's sight, and like living stones, let yourselves be built into a spiritual house, to be a holy priesthood, to offer spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ. For it stands in scripture: "See, I am laying in Zion a stone, a cornerstone chosen and precious; and whoever believes in him will not be put to shame." To you then who believe, he is precious; but for those who do not believe, "The stone that the builders rejected has become the very head of the corner," and "A stone that makes them stumble, and a rock that makes them fall." They stumble because they disobey the word, as they were destined to do. But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God's own people, in order that you may proclaim the mighty acts of him who called you out of darkness into his marvelous light. Once you were not a people, but now you are God's people; once you had not received mercy, but now you have received mercy.

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

    16. The Song of Zechariah

    Benedictus Dominus Deus - Luke 1: 68-79

    Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel; *

    he has come to his people and set them free.

    He has raised up for us a mighty savior, *

    born of the house of his servant David.

    Through his holy prophets he promised of old,

    that he would save us from our enemies, *

    from the hands of all who hate us.

    He promised to show mercy to our fathers *

    and to remember his holy covenant.

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

    to set us free from the hands of our enemies,

    Free to worship him without fear, *

    holy and righteous in his sight

    all the days of our life.

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

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

    To give his people knowledge of salvation *

    by the forgiveness of their sins.

    In the tender compassion of our God *

    the dawn from on high shall break upon us,

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

    and to guide our feet into the way of peace.

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

    The Creed

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

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

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

    The Prayers

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

    The Lord’s Prayer

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

    The Suffrages

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

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

    Second Sunday in Easter

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

    A Collect for Peace

    O God, the author of peace and lover of concord, to know you is eternal life and to serve you is perfect freedom: Defend us, your humble servants, in all assaults of our enemies; that we, surely trusting in your defense, may not fear the power of any adversaries; through the might of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

    A Collect for Grace

    Lord God, almighty and everlasting Father, you have brought us in safety to this new day: Preserve us with your mighty power, that we may not fall into sin, nor be overcome by adversity; and in all we do, direct us to the fulfilling of your purpose; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

    For Mission

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

    Thanksgivings

    The General Thanksgiving

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

    A Prayer of St. Chrysostom

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

    Conclusion

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

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