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Set us free, O God, from the bondage of our sins, and give us the liberty of that abundant life which you have made known to us in your Son our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Posted on February 07, 2010 at 10:59 AM in The Collects | Permalink
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O God our Father, source of strength to all your saints, you brought the holy martyrs of Japan through the suffering of the cross to the joys of eternal life; Grant that we, encouraged by their example, may hold fast the faith we profess, even to death itself; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Click here to learn more about The Martyrs of Japan, 1597.
Posted on February 05, 2010 at 12:11 AM in The Collects | Permalink
O God, by your Spirit you called Cornelius the Centurion to be the first Christian among the Gentiles; Grant to your Church such a ready will to go where you send and to do what you command, that under your guidance it may welcome all who turn to you in love and faith, and proclaim the Gospel to all nations; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Click here to learn more about Cornelius the Centurion.
Posted on February 04, 2010 at 12:05 AM in The Collects | Permalink
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Almighty and everlasting God, you sent your
servant Anskar as an apostle to the people of Scandinavia, and enabled
him to lay a firm foundation for their conversion, though he did not
see the results of his labors: Keep your Church from discouragement in
the day of small things, knowing that when you have begun a good work
you will bring it to a fruitful conclusion; through Jesus Christ our
Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for
ever and ever. Amen.
Click here to learn more about Anskar, Archbishop of Hamburg, Missionary to Denmark and Sweden, 865.
Posted on February 03, 2010 at 12:05 AM in The Collects | Permalink
Almighty and everliving God, we humbly pray that, as your only-begotten Son was this day presented in the temple, so we may be presented to you with pure and clean hearts by Jesus Christ our Lord; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Click here to learn more about the Presentation of Our Lord Jesus Christ.
Posted on February 02, 2010 at 12:06 AM in The Collects | Permalink
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Everliving God, we rejoice today in the fellowship of your blessed servant Brigid, and give you thanks for her life of devoted service. Inspire us with life and light, and give us perseverance to serve you all our days; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Click here to learn more about St Bridget of Kildare, Abbess, 523.
Posted on February 01, 2010 at 12:02 AM in The Collects | Permalink
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Almighty and everlasting God, you govern all things both in heaven and on earth: Mercifully hear the supplications of your people, and in our time grant us your peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Posted on January 31, 2010 at 10:59 AM in The Collects | Permalink
Almighty God, you have enriched your Church with the singular learning and holiness of your servant Thomas Aquinas: Enlighten us more and more, we pray, by the disciplined thinking and teaching of Christian scholars, and deepen our devotion by the example of saintly lives; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Click here to learn more about Thomas Aquinas, Priest and Friar, 1274.
Posted on January 28, 2010 at 12:56 AM in The Collects | Permalink
O God, you gave your servant John Chrysostom
grace eloquently to proclaim your righteousness in the great
congregation, and fearlessly to bear reproach for the honor of your
Name: Mercifully grant to all bishops and pastors such excellence in
preaching, and faithfulness in ministering your Word, that your people
may be partakers with them of the glory that shall be revealed; through
Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy
Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Posted on January 27, 2010 at 12:06 AM in The Collects | Permalink
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Almighty God, you called Timothy and Titus to be evangelists and teachers, and made them strong to endure hardship: Strengthen us to stand fast in adversity, and to live godly and righteous lives in this present time, that with sure confidence we may look for our blessed hope, the glorious appearing of our great God and Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Click here to learn more about Timothy and Titus, Companions of Saint Paul.
Posted on January 26, 2010 at 12:14 AM in The Collects | Permalink
O God, by the preaching of your apostle Paul you have caused the light of the Gospel to shine throughout the world: Grant, we pray, that we, having his wonderful conversion in remembrance, may show ourselves thankful to you by following his holy teaching; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Click here to learn more about the Apostle Paul.
Posted on January 25, 2010 at 12:11 AM in The Collects | Permalink
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Give us grace, O Lord, to answer readily the call of our Savior Jesus Christ and proclaim to all people the Good News of his salvation, that we and the whole world may perceive the glory of his marvelous works; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Posted on January 24, 2010 at 12:16 AM in The Collects | Permalink
O everlasting God, you revealed truth to your servant Phillips Brooks, and so formed and molded his mind and heart that he was able to mediate that truth with grace and power: Grant, we pray, that all whom you call to preach the Gospel may steep themselves in your Word, and conform their lives to your will; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Click here to learn more about Phillips Brooks, Bishop of Massachusetts, 1893.
Posted on January 23, 2010 at 12:04 AM in The Collects | Permalink
Almighty God, your deacon Vincent, upheld by you, was not terrified by threats nor overcome by torments: Strengthen us to endure all adversity with invincible and steadfast faith; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Click here to learn more about Vincent, Deacon of Saragossa, and Martyr, 304.
Posted on January 22, 2010 at 12:55 AM in The Collects | Permalink
Almighty and everlasting God, you choose those whom the world deems powerless to put the powerful to shame: Grant us so to cherish the memory of your youthful martyr Agnes, that we may share her pure and steadfast faith in you; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, on God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Click here to learn more about Agnes, Martyr at Rome, 304.
Posted on January 21, 2010 at 12:52 AM in The Collects | Permalink
O God, in your providence you singled out the
holy martyr Fabian as worthy to be chief pastor of your people, and
guided him so to strengthen your Church that it stood fast in the day
of persecution: Grant that those whom you call to any ministry in the
Church may be obedient to your call in all humility, and be enabled to
carry out their tasks with diligence and faithfulness; through Jesus
Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one
God, now and for ever. Amen.
Posted on January 20, 2010 at 12:01 AM in The Collects | Permalink
An estimated 100
music lovers gathered on Sunday afternoon, January 17, to kick off the 2010
Chatham Concert Series, organized by Choirmaster Kevin Zakresky of Chatham
Hall.
The world-class Saturn String
Quartet brought us a delightful program of music. From the opening number -- a Mozart Divertimento -- to the encore
-- the prettiest version of Charlie Daniels’ Devil Went Down to Georgia that we’re likely to hear -- the string
musicians held the audience in their thrall.
Two of Chatham’s own also performed. Representing the next generation, ten-year-old violinist Staley Lyle brought us a Vivaldi-esque concertino by Ferdinand Kuchler; and Kevin Zakresky, singing tenor, showed his dramatic flair with songs by Peter Warlock.
Kevin Zakresky (center) enjoying a lighter moment with
the Saturn String Quartet, (l to r) Charles
Shafer, violin, Louise
Grévin, cello,
Bryan Matheson, viola, and Kevin Matheson, First Violin.
Posted on January 19, 2010 at 05:43 PM in Music, Photos, Recent Events | Permalink
On Wednesday, January 13, the house was packed as Emmanuel hosted the Chatham Main Street Churches for Dinner. We were joined by Watson Memorial Methodist, Chatham Presbyterian and Chatham Baptist Churches for social hour, dinner, and David Smith’s talk on “The Episcopal Church and the New World Order.”
David wrapped up his presentation with an informative and thoughtful riff on Robin Williams’ comedic “Top 10 Reasons for Being an Episcopalian.” Look for more details in the next issue of the Pruden Parish Press coming in March.
Did you get the t-shirt?
Posted on January 19, 2010 at 05:29 PM in Food and Drink, Photos, Recent Events, Religion | Permalink
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Almighty God, your only-begotten Son led captivity captive and gave gifts to your people: Multiply among us faithful pastors, who, like your holy bishop Wulfstan, will give courage to those who are oppressed and held in bondage: and bring us all, we pray, into the true freedom of your kingdom; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Click here to learn more about Wulfstan, Bishop of Worcester, 1095.
Posted on January 19, 2010 at 12:35 AM in The Collects | Permalink
Almighty Father, who inspired Simon Peter, first among the apostles, to confess Jesus as Messiah and Son of the living God: Keep your Church steadfast upon the rock of this faith, so that in unity and peace we may proclaim the one truth and follow the one Lord, our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Click here to learn more about Saint Peter, Apostle.
Posted on January 18, 2010 at 12:32 AM in The Collects | Permalink
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Almighty God, whose Son our Savior Jesus Christ is the light of the world: Grant that your people, illumined by your Word and Sacraments, may shine with the radiance of Christ's glory, that he may be known, worshipped, and obeyed to the ends of the earth; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Posted on January 17, 2010 at 12:37 AM in The Collects | Permalink
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Almighty God, by the hand of Moses your servant you led your people out of slavery, and made them free at last; Grant that your Church, following the example of your prophet Martin Luther King, may resist oppression in the name of your love, and may secure for all your children the blessed liberty of the Gospel of Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Click here to learn more about Martin Luther King, Jr., Civil Rights Leader, 1968.
Posted on January 15, 2010 at 12:56 AM in The Collects | Permalink
Please join members of the Main Street Chatham Churches for this evening's dinner program - The Episcopal Church in the New World Order - hosted by Emmanuel in the Parish Hall.
The speaker will be the Reverend Dr. David Smith, priest-in-charge at Emmanuel.
5:00 pm Social Hour
5:30 pm Meal
6:15 pm Program
Cost is $5.00
Posted on January 13, 2010 at 07:44 AM in Announcements, Food and Drink | Permalink
O Lord our God, you raised up your servant Hilary to be a champion of the catholic faith: Keep us steadfast in that true faith which we professed at our baptism, that we may rejoice in having you for our Father, and may abide in your Son, in the fellowship of the Holy Spirit; who live and reign for ever and ever. Amen.
Posted on January 13, 2010 at 12:57 AM in The Collects | Permalink
Pour into our hearts, O God, the Holy Spirit's gift of love, that we, clasping each the other's hand, may share the joy of friendship, human and divine, and with your servant Aelred draw many to your community of love; through Jesus Christ the Righteous, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.
Click here to learn more about Aelred, Abbot of Rievaulx, 1167.
Posted on January 12, 2010 at 12:00 AM in The Collects | Permalink
New Vestry Members Beth Coles and H. Victor Millner were installed by the Reverend Dr. David Smith during the Sunday morning service on January 10th.
Elected at the Parish Annual Meeting in December, Coles and Millner will serve three-year terms on the Vestry beginning with 2010. They join continuing Vestry members Richard Camp, Ron Irby, Jayne DePaulo and Linda Swanberg.
For more information about the Vestry, click here.
Posted on January 11, 2010 at 03:39 PM in Announcements, General Information, Photos, Recent Events | Permalink
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Father in heaven, who at the baptism of Jesus in the River Jordan proclaimed him your beloved Son and anointed him with the Holy Spirit: Grant that all who are baptized into his Name may keep the covenant they have made, and boldly confess him as Lord and Savior; who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, in glory everlasting. Amen.
Posted on January 10, 2010 at 12:02 AM in The Collects | Permalink
Keep us, O Lord, constant in faith and zealous in witness, that, like your servant William Laud, we may live in your fear, die in your favor, and rest in your peace; for the sake of Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen
Click here to learn more about William Laud, Archbishop of Canterbury, 1645.
Posted on January 10, 2010 at 12:01 AM in The Collects | Permalink
God of all creation, you call us in Christ to make disciples of all nations and to proclaim your mercy and love: Grant that we, after the example of your servant Julia Chester Emery, may have vision and courage in proclaiming the Gospel to the ends of the earth; through Jesus Christ our light and our salvation, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Click here to learn more about Julia Chester Emery, Missionary, 1922.
Posted on January 09, 2010 at 12:41 AM in The Collects | Permalink
Phyllis Tickle, author of The Great Emergence, will lecture at Chatham Hall on Thursday, February 18th.
The following events are open to the public:
4:30-5:30 p.m. - round table Q&A (open to public) (Van Voorhis lecture hall)
5:30 -6:15 - Dinner (Open to Public) (lecture hall)
6:30-7:30 - address (open to public) (lecture hall)
Rooted in the observation that massive transitions in the
church happen about every 500 years, Tickle shows readers that we live
in such a time right now. She compares the Great Emergence to other “Greats” in
the history of Christianity, including the Great Transformation (when God
walked among us), the time of Gregory the Great, the Great Schism, and the
Great Reformation.
Combining history, a look at the causes of social upheaval, and current events, The Great Emergence shows readers what the Great Emergence in church and culture is, how it came to be, and where it is going.
Posted on January 08, 2010 at 09:46 AM in Announcements, Current Affairs, Food and Drink | Permalink
Holy God, you chose your faithful servant Harriett Bedell to exercise the ministry of deaconess and to be a missionary among indigenous peoples: Fill us with compassion and respect or all people, and empower us for the work of ministry throughout the world; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Click here to learn more about Harriett Bedell, Deaconness and Missionary.
Posted on January 08, 2010 at 12:37 AM in The Collects | Permalink
O God, by the leading of a star you manifested your only Son to the peoples of the earth: Lead us, who know you now by faith, to your presence, where we may see your glory face to face; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Posted on January 06, 2010 at 12:02 AM in The Collects | Permalink
The January 2010 issue of The Pruden Parish Press,
a periodic newsletter containing news and information for parishioners
and friends of Emmanuel, is being published this week. The current issue
includes:
Click here to read the January issue online.
Earlier issues may be viewed at The Pruden Parish Press.
To receive future issues by mail, please call or email the Parish Office.
Posted on January 04, 2010 at 09:27 AM in Announcements, General Information, Recent Events | Permalink
The Gospel – Matthew 2:1-12
Homily by the Rev. Dr. David Smith
Being a shepherd was O.K., but the costumes were always drab and shepherds got relegated to the background, playing third fiddle to the angels, Joseph, Mary and of course the Wise men. The role every boy really wanted was to be a Wise man. They had, by far, the coolest costumes, usually some fancy brocade number with a spiffy turban. They got to carry something too, and their entrance was usually accompanied with much pomp and fanfare. The taped music would have trumpets blowing and all the shepherds would offer a little genuflect as they approached the manger.
Interestingly enough, we really don’t know how many there were, or who they were. We have based our assumptions of three on the number of gifts, and their names, Melchior, Gaspar, and Baltasar were more than likely imagined by the Venerable Bede, an 8th century English monk.
But for the original readers, the story we read today was a shock. Matthew never intended this sort of royal treatment of the Wise men to emerge. In fact the presence of the Wise men in the story was scandalous and the first readers would have known that.
Continue reading "Homily for the Second Sunday of Christmas - Why are they here?" »
Posted on January 03, 2010 at 11:35 AM in Recent Sermons | Permalink
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O God, who wonderfully created, and yet more wonderfully restored, the dignity of human nature: Grant that we may share the divine life of him who humbled himself to share our humanity, your Son Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Posted on January 03, 2010 at 12:56 AM in The Collects | Permalink
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Eternal Father, you gave to your incarnate Son the holy name of Jesus to be the sign of our salvation: Plant in every heart, we pray, the love of him who is the Savior of the world, our Lord Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, in glory everlasting. Amen.
Posted on January 01, 2010 at 12:01 AM in The Collects | Permalink
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Merciful God, who raised up your servant
Frances Joseph Gaudet to work for prison reform and the education of
her people: Grant that we, encouraged by the example of her life, may
work for those who are denied the fullness of life by reasons of
incarceration and lack of access to education; through Jesus Christ,
who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever
and ever. Amen.
Click here to learn more about Frances Joseph Gaudet, Educator and Prison Reformer, 1934.
Posted on December 30, 2009 at 12:11 AM in The Collects | Permalink
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We remember today, O God, the slaughter of the holy innocents of Bethlehem by King Herod. Receive, we pray, into the arms of your mercy all innocent victims; and by your great might frustrate the designs of evil tyrants and establish your rule of justice, love, and peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Posted on December 29, 2009 at 12:24 AM in The Collects | Permalink
Shed upon your Church, O Lord, the brightness of your light, that we, being illumined by the teaching of your apostle and evangelist John, may so walk in the light of your truth, that at length we may attain to the fullness of eternal life; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Click here to learn more about St. John, Apostle and Evangelist.
Posted on December 28, 2009 at 12:18 AM in The Collects | Permalink
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Almighty God, you have poured upon us the new light of your incarnate Word: Grant that this light, enkindled in our hearts, may shine forth in our lives; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Posted on December 27, 2009 at 12:05 AM in The Collects | Permalink
We give you thanks, O Lord of glory, for the example of the first martyr Stephen, who looked up to heaven and prayed for his persecutors to your Son Jesus Christ, who stands at your right hand; where he lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, in glory everlasting. Amen.
Click here to learn more about Saint Stephen, Deacon and Martyr.
Posted on December 26, 2009 at 12:15 AM in The Collects | Permalink
O God, you make us glad by the yearly festival of the birth of your only Son Jesus Christ: Grant that we, who joyfully receive him as our Redeemer, may with sure confidence behold him when he comes to be our Judge; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Posted on December 25, 2009 at 12:40 AM in The Collects | Permalink
All performances will be held at Emmanuel Episcopal Church. Admission is by Donation.
Concert 1 - Sunday 17 January 3:00pm
Saturn String Quartet Kevin Matheson, violin
Just back from a performance at Carnegie Hall, violinist Kevin Matheson, a member of the Classic Strings Duo, performs regularly in America and Europe. Kevin performs with the Roanoke Symphony Orchestra, is a faculty member with the Renaissance Music Academy and with Virginia Tech’s Fine Arts Initiative.
Charles Shafer, violin
Studying in the Masters program at the UNC School of the Arts, violinist Charles Shafer performs regularly all over the United States. Charles has a special interest in chamber music and plays regularly with several orchestras in the area. Bryan Matheson, viola
Violist Bryan Matheson, recent winner of the Ibla Grand Prize international competition in Italy, has performed in Europe and America as a member of the Classic Strings Duo. He plays with the Roanoke Symphony Orchestra, is a faculty member with the Renaissance Music Academy and with the outreach program at
Virginia Tech.
Louise Grévin, cello
French cellist Louise Grévin has studied in Paris, Strasbourg and Toulouse. Most recently, she has played with l’Orchestre de Chambre de Toulouse, and has appeared as a soloist with the Chamber Orchestra of the Toulouse Music Academy. She is currently working on a Master of Music Degree at the UNC School of the Arts.
Concert 2 - Friday 26 February 7:00pm
Aaron Hill, oboe
Oboist Aaron Hill is on the faculty of the University of Virginia and is principal oboe in the Charlottesville symphony. In 2008, Aaron received his MM and Artist Diploma from Yale University. Aaron has performed with orchestras all over the United States, Europe and Asia.
Kevin Zakresky, piano
Kevin Zakresky is a choral conductor, pianist and vocalist who regularly performs in Canada and the United States. He is conductor of the British Columbia Chamber Choir, director of the Southern Virginia Baroque Youth Orchestra and Choirmaster at Chatham Hall. Kevin holds an MMA degree from Yale University in Choral Conducting.
Concert 3 - Friday 26 March 7:00pm Justin Craig, classical guitar
Justin Craig is an active performer of both Jazz and Classical Guitar styles throughout Southwestern Virginia. He received his Bachelors and Masters in Music from Radford University where he studied Classical Guitar with both Valerie Hartzell and Dr. Robert Trent. His performances always include a variety of solo guitar styles, including works by the Classical Era virtuosi, Brazilian Jazz, Spanish guitar favorites, and expansive 20th Century creations.
Concert 4 - Friday 30 April 7:00pm Liz Frazer, soprano
Soprano Liz Frazer performs regularly in concerts and operas in Virginia and North Carolina. She is a student in the doctoral program at UNC Greensboro, where she most recently won the University’s concerto competition. Recent roles include Blanche in Poulenc’s Dialogues of the Carmelites, and the title role in Tchaikovsky’s Iolanthe. Minjung Seo, piano
Korean pianist Minjung Seo holds a Masters degree in Collaborative Piano from the Juilliard School and is currently in the DMA program at UNC Greensboro. She has been staff pianist at the Banff Centre in Canada and the Heifetz International Music Institute, as well as a fellow at the Aspen Music Festival.
Posted on December 23, 2009 at 11:46 AM in Announcements, Music | Permalink
Everliving God, who strengthened your apostle Thomas with firm and certain faith in your Son's resurrection: Grant us so perfectly and without doubt to believe in Jesus Christ, our Lord and our God, that our faith may never be found wanting in your sight; through him who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Click here to learn more about Saint Thomas, Apostle.
Posted on December 21, 2009 at 12:31 AM in The Collects | Permalink
Stir up your power, O Lord, and with great might come among us; and, because we are sorely hindered by our sins, let your bountiful grace and mercy speedily help and deliver us; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory, now and for ever. Amen.
Posted on December 13, 2009 at 12:43 AM in The Collects | Permalink
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O God, you gave your servant Ambrose grace eloquently to proclaim your righteousness in the great congregation, and fearlessly to bear reproach for the honor of your Name: Mercifully grant to all bishops and pastors such excellence in preaching and faithfulness in ministering your Word, that your people may be partakers with them of the glory that shall be revealed; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Click here to learn more about Ambrose, Bishop of Milan, 397.
Posted on December 07, 2009 at 12:51 AM in The Collects | Permalink
Merciful God, who sent your messengers the prophets to preach repentance and prepare the way for our salvation: Give us grace to heed their warnings and forsake our sins, that we may greet with joy the coming of Jesus Christ our Redeemer; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Posted on December 06, 2009 at 12:52 AM in The Collects | Permalink
O God of unsearchable wisdom, you gave your servant Clement grace to understand and teach the truth as it is in Jesus Christ, the source of all truth: Grant to your church the same grace to discern your Word wherever truth is found; through Jesus Christ our unfailing light, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Click here to learn more about Clement of Alexandria, Priest, c.210.
Posted on December 05, 2009 at 12:43 AM in The Collects | Permalink
