Collect O Lord Jesu Christ, who at thy first coming didst send thy messenger to prepare thy way before thee; Grant that the ministers and stewards of thy mysteries may likewise so prepare and make ready thy way, by turning the hearts of the disobedient to the wisdom of the just, that at thy second coming to judge the world we may be found an … Continue reading The lectionary for 15 December, the third Sunday of Advent
Collect O Lord, raise up (we pray thee) thy power, and come among us, and with great might succour us; that whereas, through our sins and wickedness, we are sore let and hindered in running the race that is set before us, thy bountiful grace and mercy may speedily help and deliver us; through the satisfaction of thy Son our Lord, to whom with thee … Continue reading The lectionary for 8 December, the second Sunday of Advent
Collect Almighty God,Give us grace that we may cast away the works of darkness,and put upon us the armour of light,now in the time of this mortal life,in which thy Son Jesus Christcame to visit us in great humility;that in the last day,when he shall come again in his glorious Majestyto judge both the quick and the dead,we may rise to the life immortal;through him … Continue reading The lectionary for 1 December, the first Sunday of Advent
As Christmas approaches, we are delighted to invite you and your family to our Children’s Nativity Service at St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Trim. This cherished event will take place on 15 December at 11:30am and promises to be a heartwarming celebration of the true meaning of Christmas. The Children’s Nativity Service is a highlight of the festive season, featuring children from St. Patrick’s National School retelling … Continue reading Get ready for the Children’s Nativity Service!
As the Christmas season draws near, we invite you to join us for a special evening at St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Trim. On Friday, 13 December at 7pm, we will host our annual Service of Nine Lessons & Carols, featuring the magnificent voices of the Meath Diocesan Choir. This time-honoured tradition is a wonderful way to prepare for Christmas. Through a combination of scripture readings and … Continue reading Join us for a service of Nine Lessons & Carols at St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Trim
24 November 2024 Collect Stir up, we beseech thee, O Lord,the wills of thy faithful people;that they, plenteously bringing forth the fruit of good works,may of thee be plenteously rewarded;through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. The Old Testament Reading 2 Samuel 23: 1-7 Now these are the last words of David: The oracle of David, son of Jesse, the oracle of the man whom God … Continue reading The lectionary for 24 November, the Kingship of Christ
Collect O God, whose blessed Son was manifested that he might destroy the works of the devil, and make us the sons of God, and heirs of eternal life; Grant us, we beseech thee, that, having this hope, we may purify ourselves, even as he is pure; that when he shall appear again with power and great glory, we may be made like unto him … Continue reading The lectionary for 17 November, the second Sunday before Advent
Collect O Lord, we beseech thee,absolve thy people from their offences;that through thy bountiful goodnesswe may all be delivered from the bonds of those sins,which by our frailty we have committed;Grant this, O heavenly Father, for Jesus Christ’s sake,our blessed Lord and Saviour. Amen. The Old Testament Reading Ruth 3: 1-5; 4: 13-17 Naomi her mother-in-law said to her, ‘My daughter, I need to seek … Continue reading The lectionary for 10 November, Remembrance Sunday and the third Sunday before Advent
Collect O God, our refuge and strength,who art the author of all godliness;Be ready, we beseech thee, to hearthe devout prayers of thy Church;and grant that those things which we ask faithfullywe may obtain effectually;through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. Old Testament Reading Ruth 1: 1-18 In the days when the judges ruled, there was a famine in the land, and a certain man of … Continue reading The lectionary for 3 November, the fourth Sunday before Advent
Join us in honouring Dean Paul Bogle as he retires after many years of dedicated service. Dean Paul Bogle and his wife, Jane, have been a cornerstone of our parish community since they joined us over ten years ago. As Dean Paul prepares to retire at the end of October, we invite all parishioners and community members to join us in celebrating his years of … Continue reading United Service to mark Dean Paul Bogle’s retirement
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