The lectionary for 6 April, the fifth Sunday in Lent
Collect Most merciful God, who by the death and resurrection of your Son Jesus Christ delivered and saved the world: Grant that by faith in him who suffered on the cross, we may triumph in the power of his victory; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. The Old Testament Reading Isaiah 43: 16-21 Thus says the Lord, who makes a way in the sea, a … Continue reading The lectionary for 6 April, the fifth Sunday in Lent
The lectionary for 16 March, the second Sunday in Lent
Collect Almighty God, you show to those who are in error the light of your truth that they may return to the way of righteousness: Grant to all those who are admitted into the fellowship of Christ’s religion, that they may reject those things that are contrary to their profession, and follow all such things as are agreeable to the same; through our Lord Jesus … Continue reading The lectionary for 16 March, the second Sunday in Lent
The lectionary for 9 March, the first Sunday in Lent
Collect Almighty God, whose Son Jesus Christ fasted forty days in the wilderness, and was tempted as we are, yet without sin: Give us grace to discipline ourselves in obedience to your Spirit; and, as you know our weakness, so may we know your power to save; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. The New Testament Reading Deuteronomy 26: 1-11 When you have come into … Continue reading The lectionary for 9 March, the first Sunday in Lent
The lectionary for 2 March, the Sunday before Lent
Collect Almighty Father, whose Son was revealed in majesty before he suffered death upon the cross: Give us grace to perceive his glory, that we may be strengthened to suffer with him and be changed into his likeness, from glory to glory; who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen. The Old Testament Reading Exodus … Continue reading The lectionary for 2 March, the Sunday before Lent
The lectionary for 23 February, the second Sunday before Lent
Collect Almighty God, you have created the heavens and the earth and made us in your own image: Teach us to discern your hand in all your works and your likeness in all your children; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who with you and the Holy Spirit reigns supreme over all things, now and for ever. Amen. The Old Testament Reading Genesis 2: 4b-9, 15-25 … Continue reading The lectionary for 23 February, the second Sunday before Lent
The lectionary for 16 February, the third Sunday before Lent
Collect Almighty God, who alone can bring order to the unruly wills and passions of sinful humanity: Give your people grace so to love what you command and to desire what you promise; that, among the many changes of the world, our hearts may surely there be fixed where true joys are to be found; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. The Old Testament Reading … Continue reading The lectionary for 16 February, the third Sunday before Lent
Confirmation Service 2025
Bishop Pat Storey will lead our Confirmation Service at St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Trim on Sunday, 22 June 2025. This service marks a significant milestone in the spiritual journey of our young people as they affirm their faith and deepen their commitment to Christian life. Confirmation classes A series of preparation classes will begin on Friday, 23 May 2025. These classes will provide our confirmation candidates … Continue reading Confirmation Service 2025
The lectionary for 26 January, the third Sunday after The Epiphany
Collect Almighty God, whose Son revealed in signs and miracles the wonder of your saving presence: Renew your people with your heavenly grace, and in all our weakness sustain us by your mighty power; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. The Old Testament Reading Nehemiah 8: 1-3, 5-6, 8-10 All the people gathered together into the square before the Water Gate. They told the scribe … Continue reading The lectionary for 26 January, the third Sunday after The Epiphany
The lectionary for 19 January, the second Sunday after The Epiphany
Collect Almighty God, in Christ you make all things new: Transform the poverty of our nature by the riches of your grace, and in the renewal of our lives make known your heavenly glory; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. The Old Testament Reading Isaiah 62: 1-5 For Zion’s sake I will not keep silent, and for Jerusalem’s sake I will not rest, until her … Continue reading The lectionary for 19 January, the second Sunday after The Epiphany
The lectionary for 12 January, the first Sunday after The Epiphany: The Baptism of Christ
Collect Eternal Father, who at the baptism of Jesus revealed him to be your Son, anointing him with the Holy Spirit: grant to us, who are born again by water and the Spirit, that we may be faithful to our calling as your adopted children; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who is alive and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy … Continue reading The lectionary for 12 January, the first Sunday after The Epiphany: The Baptism of Christ
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