Daily Prayer from the Anglican Prayer Book for Australia

Daily Anglican Prayer - Thursday Morning – 4th April 2024

Daily Anglican Prayer - Thursday Morning – 4th April 2024
Readings:
Psalm 116;
Isaiah 62;
1 Peter 2. 4-10.
 
Led by Felicity Scott, Liturgical Assistant at St John the Baptist Anglican Church Bulimba, QLD, Australia.
The full prayer transcript is available by going to this episode on the Podcast website.
https://dailyprayeranglicanprayerbookforaustralia.podbean.com
Welcome to Thursday Morning prayer from the Anglican ‘A prayer book for Australia’.
We proclaim the Good News of our Lord Jesus Christ:
GOD in his infinite mercy, forgives all sins, and through our baptism in the name of our Saviour, Jesus Christ, we are given a rebirth into new life, free from the burden of all sin. ALLELUIA
With faithfulness we respond to the good news:
We acknowledge Christ as our saviour and accept with gratitude, that we are forgiven for all wrong doings, past and present. To honour the gift of forgiveness, we release our burden of guilt and go forth participating in conduct that brings our best self to each and every day forever more. Amen.
Blessed be God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, Blessed be God forever.
Let us Pray.
 
1
This is the message we have heard from Christ:
That God is light, in whom there is no darkness at all.
   
Glory to God; Father, Son and Holy Spirit: 
as in the beginning, so now, and for ever. Amen. 
 
2 The Opening Canticle, A Song of God’s Grace
Go up to a high mountain
Herald of good tidings to Zion:
Lift up your voice with strength,
Herald of good tidings to Jerusalem.
Lift up your voice, fear not:
Say to the cities of Judah, ‘Behold your God!’
See the Lord God coming with power:
Coming to rule with his mighty arm.
He brings his reward for the people of God:
the recompense for those who are saved.
God will feed his flock like a shepherd:
And gather the lambs in his arms;
He will hold them to his breast:
And gently lead those that are with young.
Isaiah 40.9-11  
 
3 The Opening Prayer
The night has now passed and the day lies open before us; 
let us pray with one heart and mind. 
  
Silence may be kept.
As we rejoice in the gift of this new day, so may the light of your presence, O God, set our hearts on fire with love for you; now and for ever. 
Amen.
  
4 The Psalms as appointed. A pause is observed after each.
Psalm
 
5 At the end of the (last) pause there may follow
Almighty God, who wonderfully created us in your own image and yet more wonderfully restored us in your son Jesus Christ: grant that as he came to share our human nature so we may be partakers in his divine glory; who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God now and forever. 
Amen.
 
6 One or two Readings from the Bible as appointed.
 
1st Reading
2nd Reading
 
The readings may be followed by a period of silence for reflection, a hymn or
May your word live in us 
and bear much fruit to your glory.
 
 
7 The Canticle,
In the beginning was the word:
 and the word was with God,
 and the word was god:
 he was in the beginning with god.
 all things were made through him:
 and without him, was not anything made that was made.
In him was life:
And the life was the light of all the people.
The light shines in the darkness:
And the darkness has not overcome it.
He was in the world:
And the world was made through him
 yet the world knew him not.
 he came to his own home:
and his own people received him not.
but to all who received him who believed on his name:
He has given power to become children of God;
who were born not of blood
nor of the will of the flesh:
nor of the will of a man but of God.
And the word became flesh
And dwelt among us full of grace and truth;
we have beheld his glory:
 glory as of the only son from the father
and from his fullness have we all received:
And grace upon grace.
 
8 The Apostles’ Creed may be said.
I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth. I believe in Jesus Christ, God’s only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried; he descended to the dead. On the third day he rose from the dead; he ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father; from there he will come 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. 
  
 
9 The Prayers
Lord have mercy. 
Christ have mercy. 
Lord have mercy. 
  
 
10 The Lord’s Prayer and the Collect of the Day
Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. Forgive us our sins as we forgive those who sin against us. Save us from the time of trial and deliver us from evil. For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours now and for ever. Amen. 
 
Prayer of the Week
 
Almighty God,
you have conquered death
through your dearly beloved Son Jesus Christ
and opened to us the gate of everlasting life:
grant us by your grace to set our mind on things above,
so that by your continual help
our whole life may be transformed;
through Jesus Christ our Lord,
who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit
in everlasting glory. Amen.
 
11 Intercessions and Thanksgivings may be made according to local custom and need.
Let us pray
God of the nations, whose sovereign rule brings justice and peace.
Have mercy on our world, share abundantly your peace in the hearts of all and banish from people any spirit that makes for war. Instil in us that all races and peoples can live as members of one family in peace and harmony.
God of grace; Hear our prayer.
 
Loving God, we pray thanks to you for bringing forward the people needed to create our loving community’s. We ask you to bless medical and hospital workers that help the people and the police and defence forces that protect our country, let them know they are appreciated in their contributions towards providing a safe country for the people to live in.
God of grace; Hear our prayer.
 
Saviour God, we thank you for all you provide to us in our time of need. We ask you to help those who are hungry, especially help countries who are unable to provide food for their people, guide us to help them in their hour of need.
God of grace; Hear our prayer.
 
 
Loving God, we ask your blessing for those listed on the Anglican cycle of prayer:
The Diocese of Saint Davids – The Church in Wales
The Diocese of Bathurst:
The Parish of Manly:
Queensland Children’s Hospital:
Canterbury College, Waterford
St John the Baptist church, Bulimba.
All Parishes seeking clergy.
All Anglican schools seeking chaplains.
All Prison Chaplaincy Ministry Teams
All people joining in this prayer offering.
God of Grace; Hear our prayer
 
 
12 The Morning Collect
Lord and Heavenly Father,
you have brought us safely to this new day:
Keep us by your mighty power, protect us from sin,
guard us from every kind of danger,
and in all we do this day
direct us in the fulfilling of your purpose,
Through Jesus Christ our lord. 
Amen.
 
13
The Lord be with you.
And also with you. 
Let us praise the Lord. 
Thanks be to God. 
 
May the God of peace equip us with everything good so that we may do his will, and may he work in us that which is pleasing in his sight, through Jesus Christ, to whom be glory for ever.  
Amen.
Hebrew 13.20

Daily Anglican Prayer - Wednesday Evening – 3rd April 2024

Daily Anglican Prayer - Wednesday Evening – 3rd April 2024
Readings: Psalm 115; Exodus 12.37-51; John 21. 1-14
Led by Felicity Scott, a Liturgical Assistant at St John the Baptist Anglican Church Bulimba, QLD, Australia.
Welcome to Wednesday Evening prayer from the Anglican ‘A prayer book for Australia’.
We proclaim the Good News of our Lord Jesus Christ:
GOD in his infinite mercy, forgives all sins, and through our baptism in the name of our Saviour, Jesus Christ, we are given a rebirth into new life, free from the burden of all sin. ALLELUIA
With faithfulness we respond to the good news:
We acknowledge Christ as our saviour and accept with gratitude, that we are forgiven for all wrong doings, past and present. To honour the gift of forgiveness, we release our burden of guilt and go forth participating in conduct that brings our best self to each and every day forever more.
Blessed be God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, Blessed be God forever.
Let us Pray.
The full prayer transcript is available by going to this episode on the Podcast website.
https://dailyprayeranglicanprayerbookforaustralia.podbean.com
1
The glory of the Lord shall be revealed;
and all people shall see it together. 
Isaiah 40.5
Glory to God; Father, Son and Holy Spirit: 
as in the beginning, so now, and for ever. Amen. 
  
 
2 The Opening Canticle, A Song of Praise
God be gracious to us and bless us: and make your face to shine upon us, That your way may be known upon earth: your salvation among all nations. Let the peoples praise you, O God: let all the peoples praise you. Let the nations be glad and sing for joy: for you judge the peoples with equity and govern the nations upon earth. Let the peoples praise you, O God: let all the peoples praise you. Then the earth will bring forth its increase: and God, our own God, will bless us. You, O God, will bless us: and all the ends of the earth will fear you. 
Psalm 67
  
 
3 The Opening Prayer
The day is now past, and the night is at hand. 
Let us pray with one heart and mind. 
  
 
Silence may be kept.
Father of lights, receive the prayer and praise we offer you as our evening sacrifice; make us a light for all the world, delivered by your goodness from all the works of darkness; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord. 
Amen.
  
 
4 The Psalms as appointed. A pause is observed after each.
Psalm
 
5 At the end of the (last) pause there may follow
God of all power and might, the author and giver of all good things: graft in our hearts the love of your name, increase in us true religion, nourish us with all goodness, and of your great mercy keep us in the same; through Jesus Christ our Lord. 
Amen.
  
 
6 One or two Readings from the Bible as appointed.
 
1st Reading
2nd Reading
The readings may be followed by a period of silence for reflection, a hymn or
May your word live in us 
and bear much fruit to your glory.
 
 
7 The Canticle, The Song of Mary (Magnificat)
My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord: my spirit rejoices in God my Saviour, Who has looked with favour on his lowly servant: from this day all generations will call me blessed; The Almighty has done great things for me: and holy is his name. God has mercy on those who fear him: from generation to generation. The Lord has shown strength with his arm: and scattered the proud in their conceit, Casting down the mighty from their thrones: and lifting up the lowly. God has filled the hungry with good things: and sent the rich away empty. He has come to the aid of his servant Israel: to remember the promise of mercy, The promise made to our forebears: to Abraham and his children for ever. 
Luke 1.47–55
   
8 The Prayers
Lord have mercy. 
Christ have mercy. 
Lord have mercy. 
  
9 The Lord’s Prayer and the Collect of the Day
Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. Forgive us our sins as we forgive those who sin against us. Save us from the time of trial and deliver us from evil. For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours 
now and for ever. Amen. 
  
Prayer of the Week
 
Almighty God,
you have conquered death
through your dearly beloved Son Jesus Christ
and opened to us the gate of everlasting life:
grant us by your grace to set our mind on things above,
so that by your continual help
our whole life may be transformed;
through Jesus Christ our Lord,
who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit
in everlasting glory. Amen.
 
 
10 Intercessions and Thanksgivings may be made according to local custom and need.
Let us pray
Almighty God, we thank you for your church and its place in our world and we ask that you bless the whole church. Bless all clergy, and volunteers, with modern thinking and progressive plans to bring a safe and inclusive church into being throughout our country.
God of Grace.      Hear our Prayer
 
Generous God, we ask that you show generosity by remembering the homeless, the destitute, the sick, the aged, and all who have none to care for them. Heal those who are broken in body or spirit and turn their sorrow into joy. Send people to minister to their needs in generous ways.
God of Grace Hear our prayer
 
Loving God, we ask your blessing for those listed on the Anglican cycle of prayer:
The Diocese of Davao – The Episcopal Church in the Philippines
The Diocese of Armidale:
The Parish of Maleny:
Royal Brisbane & Women’s Hospital:
Cannon Hill Anglican College
All Parishes seeking clergy.
All Anglican schools seeking chaplains.
All Prison ministry chaplaincy teams
All people joining in this prayer offering.
God of Grace; Hear our prayer.
 
 
 
11 The Evening Collect
Lighten our darkness, Lord, we pray: 
and in your great mercy defend us 
from all perils and dangers of this night; 
for the love of your only Son our Saviour Jesus Christ. 
Amen.
 
12
The Lord be with you.
And also with you. 
Let us praise the Lord. 
Thanks be to God. 
  
May our Lord Jesus Christ, and God our Father, comfort our hearts and establish them in every good work and word. 
Amen.
2 Thessalonians 2.16–1

Daily Anglican Prayer - Tuesday Morning – 2nd April 2024

Daily Anglican Prayer - Tuesday Morning – 2nd April 2024
Readings: Psalm 112; Isaiah 60. 12-21; 1 Peter 1. 10-17.
Led by Felicity Scott, a Liturgical Assistant at St John the Baptist Anglican Church Bulimba, QLD, Australia.
The full prayer transcript is available by going to this episode on the Podcast website.
https://dailyprayeranglicanprayerbookforaustralia.podbean.com
Welcome to Tuesday morning prayer from the Anglican ‘A prayer book for Australia’.
We proclaim the Good News of our Lord Jesus Christ:
GOD in his infinite mercy, forgives all sins, and through our baptism in the name of our Saviour, Jesus Christ, we are given a rebirth into new life, free from the burden of all sin. ALLELUIA
With faithfulness we respond to the good news:
We acknowledge Christ as our saviour and accept with gratitude, that we are forgiven for all wrong doings, past and present. To honour the gift of forgiveness, we release our burden of guilt and go forth participating in conduct that brings our best self to each and every day forever more.
Blessed be God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, Blessed be God forever.
Let us Pray.
1c                                                             
We will proclaim the name of the Lord
Ascribe greatness to our God
 
Glory to God; Father, Son and Holy Spirit: 
as in the beginning, so now, and for ever. Amen. 
  
2 The Opening Canticle,
God who is rich in mercy
out of the great love with which he loved us,
even when we were dead through our trespasses.
made us alive together with Christ,
and raised us up with him:
and made us sit with him
in the heavenly places in Christ Jesus
that he might show the immeasurable riches of his grace:
 in kindness towards us in Christ Jesus.
Ephesians 2.4-7
 
3 The Opening Prayer
The night has passed and the day lies open before us; 
let us pray with one heart and mind. 
 
Silence may be kept.
As we rejoice in the gift of this new day, so may the light of your presence, O God, set our hearts on fire with love for you; now and for ever. 
Amen.
 
4 The Psalms as appointed. A pause is observed after each.
Psalm
 
 
5 At the end of the (last) pause there may follow
Lord, our God, our Creator, Redeemer, and Sanctifier: we ask you to cleanse us from all hypocrisy, to unite us to our fellow men and women by the bonds of peace and love, and to confirm us in holiness; now and for ever. 
Amen.
  
 
6 One or two Readings from the Bible as appointed.
 
1st Reading
2nd Reading
 
The readings may be followed by a period of silence for reflection, a hymn or
May your word live in us 
and bear much fruit to your glory.
 
7 The Canticle, A Song of the Blessed
Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are those who mourn: for they shall be comforted. Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the earth. Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for what is right: for they shall be satisfied. Blessed are the merciful: for mercy shall be shown to them. Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall see God. Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God. Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 
Matthew 5.3–10
  
 
8 The Apostles’ Creed may be said.
I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth. I believe in Jesus Christ, God’s only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried; he descended to the dead. On the third day he rose from the dead; he ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father; from there he will come 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. 
  
 
9 The Prayers
Lord have mercy. 
Christ have mercy. 
Lord have mercy. 
 
10 The Lord’s Prayer and the Collect of the Day
Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. Forgive us our sins as we forgive those who sin against us. Save us from the time of trial and deliver us from evil. For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours 
now and for ever. Amen. 
 
Prayer of the Week
 
Almighty God,
you have conquered death
through your dearly beloved Son Jesus Christ
and opened to us the gate of everlasting life:
grant us by your grace to set our mind on things above,
so that by your continual help
our whole life may be transformed;
through Jesus Christ our Lord,
who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit
in everlasting glory. Amen.
 
11 Intercessions and Thanksgivings may be made according to local custom and need.
Let us pray
 
Loving God, how great your healing hand that reaches out to those in need, how great your love for your people. We ask you to bestow your healing on His Majesty King Charles, and Catherine, Princess of Wales and to all people who are combatting the illness of cancer. We thank you for your healing kindness for all your people.
God of Grace. Hear our prayer
 
Eternal God, we bless you for the gracious memory of her majesty Queen Elizabeth, for her reign rich in years and accomplishment and for the memory of Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh for the many lives they both touched, and for the faith that sustained them in life and in death. We remember them with gratitude for their great works.
God of Grace. Hear our prayer
 
Gracious God, we thank you for our schools, colleges, and universities. We ask that you bless the teachers that provide the education that expands the minds of the students and that their education goes on to nurture the future of our country.
God of grace. Hear our Prayer
 
Gracious God, we thank you for your church and its place in our world and ask that you bless the whole church. Bless our bishops, ministers, parish ministry teams, and their volunteers and lay people, give us all courage to proclaim the good news of Christ in our schools, workplaces and homes.
God of Grace.      Hear our Prayer
 
Blessed God, we ask you to please bless.
The Diocese of Dar-es-Salaam – The Anglican Church of Tanzania
The Diocese of Adelaide:
The Parish of Lutwyche:
Princess Alexandra Hospital and Mater Hospital chaplaincy:
Anglican Church Grammar School, East Brisbane:
All people joining in this prayer offering.
Bless all schools seeking chaplains and all Prison ministry chaplaincy teams.
Bless all Anglican parishes in Australia to raise the funds to install church air conditioners to bring comfort to their congregation while they gather to celebrate Gods great works.
Bless the financial heads of the Anglican Church to find new ways of supplying income streams to fund the clergy in the parishes.
Bless the Leaders of the Anglican church to take brave steps to modernise the churches rules, actions and regulations, to be a part of Gods modern world.
God of Grace; Hear our prayer
 
 
12 The Morning Collect
Lord and heavenly father, you have brought us safely to this new day:
Keep us by your mighty power, protect us from sin,
guard us from every kind of danger,
and in all we do this day direct us in the fulfilling of your purpose,
Through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Amen.
  
13
The Lord be with you.
And also with you. 
Let us praise the Lord. 
Thanks be to God. 
 
May the Lord bless us and keep us;
the Lord make his face to shine upon us
and be gracious to us;
the Lord lift up his countenance upon us
and give us peace. 
Amen.
Numbers 6.24–26

Daily Anglican prayer - Easter Monday morning - 1st April 2024

Daily Anglican prayer - Easter Monday morning - 1st April 2024.
Readings NRSV:  Psalm 2; Isaiah 60. 1-11; 1 Peter 1. 1-9.
Led by Felicity Scott, Liturgical Assistant at St John the Baptist Anglican Church Bulimba, QLD, Australia.
The full prayer transcript is available by going to this episode on the Podcast website.
https://dailyprayeranglicanprayerbookforaustralia.podbean.com
Welcome to Easter Monday Morning prayer from the Anglican ‘A prayer book for Australia’.
Heavenly God,
At the dawn of another new Easter Monday, we awake to new beginnings:
We still remember how through our past ancestors we hurt you, we knew not what we did;
We still remember how through our past ancestors we took away your life too early, we knew not what we did;
We still remember how through our past ancestors, we acted in fear and not in courage, we knew not what we did;
Jesus Christ, our love for you and our sorrow at our past ways shows in today’s actions of courage and love in your name, we beseech you to accept our apologetic remembrance for all that we have done.
We rise to meet you where you dwell; in peace, in justice, in hope, in love and in forgiveness, in your name Lord Jesus we rise.
Amen
We proclaim the Good News of our Lord Jesus Christ:
GOD in his infinite mercy, forgives all sins, and through our baptism in the name of our Saviour, Jesus Christ, we are given a rebirth into new life, free from the burden of all sin. ALLELUIA
With faithfulness we respond to the good news:
We acknowledge Christ as our saviour and accept with gratitude, that we are forgiven for all wrong doings, past and present. To honour the gift of forgiveness, we release our burden of guilt and go forth participating in conduct that brings our best self to each and every day forever more.
Blessed be God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, Blessed be God forever.
Let us Pray.
 
1
God’s love has been poured into our hearts,
through the Holy Spirit who has been given to us. 
Romans 5.5
  
 
Glory to God; Father, Son and Holy Spirit: 
as in the beginning, so now, and for ever. Amen. 
  
 
2 The Opening Canticle, A Song of God’s Marvellous Acts
I will sing a new hymn to my God: O Lord you are great and marvellous, you are marvellous in your strength, invincible. Let the whole creation serve you: for you spoke and all things came to be; You sent out your Spirit and it formed them: no one can resist your voice. Mountains and seas are stirred to their depths: rocks melt like wax at your presence; But to those who revere you: you still show mercy. 
Judith 16.13–15
  
 
3 The Opening Prayer
The night has passed and the day lies open before us; 
let us pray with one heart and mind. 
  
 
Silence may be kept.
As we rejoice in the gift of this new day, so may the light of your presence, O God, set our hearts on fire with love for you; now and for ever. 
Amen.
  
 
4 The Psalms as appointed. A pause is observed after each.
Psalm
5 At the end of the (last) pause there may follow
Creator Spirit, Advocate promised by our Lord Jesus: increase our faith and help us to walk in the light of your presence, to the glory of God the Father; through Jesus Christ our Lord. 
Amen.
  
 
6 One or two Readings from the Bible as appointed.
 
1st Reading
2nd Reading
 The readings may be followed by a period of silence, a reflection
 
May your word live in us 
and bear much fruit to your glory
 
7 The Canticle, A Song of Isaiah
‘Behold, God is my salvation: I will trust and will not be afraid; ‘For the Lord God is my strength and my song: and has become my salvation.’ With joy you will draw water: from the wells of salvation. On that day you will say: ‘Give thanks to the Lord, call upon his name; ‘Make known his deeds among the nations: proclaim that his name is exalted. ‘Sing God’s praises, who has triumphed gloriously: let this be known in all the world. ‘Shout and sing for joy, you that dwell in Zion: for great in your midst is the Holy One of Israel.’ 
Isaiah 12.2–6
  
 
8 The Apostles’ Creed may be said.
I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth. I believe in Jesus Christ, God’s only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried; he descended to the dead. On the third day he rose from the dead; he ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father; from there he will come 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. 
  
 
9 The Prayers
Lord have mercy. 
Christ have mercy. 
Lord have mercy. 
  
 
10 The Lord’s Prayer and the Collect of the Day
As our saviour Christ has taught us, we are confident to pray the Lord’s prayer,
 
Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. Forgive us our sins as we forgive those who sin against us. Save us from the time of trial and deliver us from evil. For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours now and for ever. Amen. 
 
Prayer of the Week
 
Almighty God,
you have conquered death
through your dearly beloved Son Jesus Christ
and opened to us the gate of everlasting life:
grant us by your grace to set our mind on things above,
so that by your continual help
our whole life may be transformed;
through Jesus Christ our Lord,
who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit
in everlasting glory. Amen.
 
11 Intercessions and Thanksgivings may be made according to local custom and need.
God, how great your majesty abounds before us. We thank you for all your generosity. May the peace and blessings of our Lord Jesus Christ be abundant across all nations and countries for ever more.
God of grace Hear our prayer
 
Holy God divine and merciful, your blessing on the people is loved by all, for which our gratitude knows no end. Grant, we pray, your saving blessing on all those experiencing times of trouble or strife, that they may receive the guidance of wisdom to lead them to a path of safety.
God of grace Hear our prayer
 
Almighty God, hear our prayer to bring about a change throughout the people, we ask for your grace to relay the wisdom to each man and woman how to co-exist in peace and the will to do so, to continue to respect one another and teach their offspring to do the same.
God of Grace. Hear our Prayer
 
Lord God of all might and mercy, we call on your intervention, the country and people of Ukraine and Israel call out for your help to set them free from their oppressors and to rebuild their country to live a live free from atrocity.
God of grace; Hear our prayer.
 
Loving God, we ask your blessing for those listed on the Anglican cycle of prayer:
The Diocese of Damaturu – The Church of Nigeria
The ongoing work of peace-making in Sudan & South Sudan
The Anglican Church of Australia: Primate Office, The General Secretary office; The General Synod and the Standing Committee.
The Parish of Logan:
Youth, Children’s & Families Ministry:
Anglican Schools Office, Church House:
All Parishes seeking clergy.
All Anglican schools seeking chaplains.
All Prison ministry chaplaincy teams
All people joining in this prayer offering.
God of Grace: Hear our prayer
 
 
12 The Morning Collect
Eternal God and Father, 
by whose power we are created 
and by whose love we are redeemed: 
guide and strengthen us by your Spirit, 
that we may give ourselves to your service, 
and live this day in love to one another and to you; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
  
 
13
The Lord be with you.
And also with you. 
Let us praise the Lord. 
Thanks be to God. 
 
God did not give us a spirit of cowardice but a spirit of power and of love and of self-discipline. May we rekindle the gift of God within us. 
Amen.
see 2 Timothy 1.6–7
 
Music by John Keys – Anglican Chant Canticle organ accompaniments.

Anglican Daily Prayer – Easter Sunday Evening 31st March 2024

Anglican Daily Prayer – Easter Sunday Evening 31st March 2024
Readings:  Psalm 113; Exodus 12. 1-14; Romans 6. 3-14.
Led by Felicity Scott, Liturgical Assistant at St John the Baptist Anglican Church Bulimba, QLD, Australia.
The full prayer transcript is available by going to this episode on the Podcast website.
https://dailyprayeranglicanprayerbookforaustralia.podbean.com
Welcome to Easter Sunday Evening prayer from the Anglican ‘A prayer book for Australia’.
We proclaim the Good News of our Lord Jesus Christ:
GOD in his infinite mercy, forgives all sins, and through our baptism in the name of our Saviour, Jesus Christ, we are given a rebirth into new life, free from the burden of all sin. ALLELUIA
With faithfulness we respond to the good news:
We acknowledge Christ as our saviour and accept with gratitude, that we are forgiven for all wrong doings, past and present. To honour the gift of forgiveness, we release our burden of guilt and go forth participating in conduct that brings our best self to each and every day forever more.
Blessed be God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, Blessed be God forever.
Let us Pray.
 
1
Grace, mercy and peace,
from God the Father, and Jesus Christ our Lord. 
1 Timothy 1.2
 
Glory to God; Father, Son and Holy Spirit: 
as in the beginning, so now, and for ever. Amen. 
  
 
2 The Opening Canticle, The Praise of God’s Servants
Come now, praise the Lord, all you servants of the Lord: you that stand by night in the house of the Lord. Lift up your hands in the holy place and praise the Lord: May the Lord bless you from Zion, the Lord who made heaven and earth. 
Psalm 134
  
 
3 The Opening Prayer
The day is now past and the night is at hand. 
Let us pray with one heart and mind. 
  
 
Silence may be kept.
Father of lights, receive the prayer and praise we offer you as our evening sacrifice; make us a light for all the world, delivered by your goodness from all the works of darkness; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord. 
Amen.
  
  
4 The Psalms as appointed. A pause is observed after each.
Psalm
5 At the end of the (last) pause there may follow
Lord of life, by the power of your resurrection, deliver us from all selfishness and bring us to the fullness of your joy; for you live and reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit, now and for ever. 
Amen.
  
 
6 One or two Readings from the Bible as appointed.
 
1st Reading
2nd Reading
 
The readings may be followed by a period of silence for reflection, a hymn or
May your word live in us 
and bear much fruit to your glory.
 
7 The Canticle, The Song of Mary (Magnificat)
My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord: my spirit rejoices in God my Saviour, Who has looked with favour on his lowly servant: from this day all generations will call me blessed; The Almighty has done great things for me: and holy is his name. God has mercy on those who fear him: from generation to generation. The Lord has shown strength with his arm: and scattered the proud in their conceit, Casting down the mighty from their thrones: and lifting up the lowly. God has filled the hungry with good things: and sent the rich away empty. He has come to the aid of his servant Israel: to remember the promise of mercy, The promise made to our forebears: to Abraham and his children for ever. 
Luke 1.47–55
  
   
 8 The Apostles’ Creed may be said.
I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth. I believe in Jesus Christ, God’s only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried; he descended to the dead. On the third day he rose from the dead; he ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father; from there he will come 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. 
 
9 The Prayers
Lord have mercy. 
Christ have mercy. 
Lord have mercy. 
  
 
10 The Lord’s Prayer and the Collect of the Day
Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. Forgive us our sins as we forgive those who sin against us. Save us from the time of trial and deliver us from evil. For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours now and for ever. Amen. 
 
10 The Collect of the Day
Easter Day
Brightness of God’s glory,
whom death could not conquer nor the tomb imprison:
as you have shared our frailty in human flesh,
help us to share your immortality in the Spirit;
let no shadow of the grave terrify us,
and no fear of darkness turn our hearts from you.
Reveal yourself to us this day and all our days,
as the First and the Last,
the Living One,
our immortal Saviour and Lord. Amen.
Easter Evening
Holy God,
whose risen Son opened the disciples’ hearts
to understand the Scriptures
that told of his death and resurrection:
grant us the peace of the living Lord,
that our eyes may be opened
to recognise him in the breaking of the bread,
and to follow him wherever he leads;
who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,
one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
 
O God,
whose presence is veiled from our eyes:
grant that when we do not recognise you
our hearts may burn within us,
and when feeling is lost
we may cling in faith to your word
and to the breaking of the bread;
through Jesus Christ our Lord,
who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,
one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
 
Prayer of the Week
Sunday
Almighty God,
you have conquered death
through your dearly beloved Son Jesus Christ
and opened to us the gate of everlasting life:
grant us by your grace to set our mind on things above,
so that by your continual help
our whole life may be transformed;
through Jesus Christ our Lord,
who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit
in everlasting glory. Amen.
 
11 Intercessions and Thanksgivings may be made according to local custom and need.
 
Almighty God, by your Son Jesus Christ you gave many excellent gifts to your apostles and commanded them to feed your flock. Bless all Archbishops and bishops in The Anglican Church. So fill them with your truth, and clothe them with holiness, that as pastors of your Church they may diligently preach your word, and rightly teach your people, to the glory of your name, and the benefit of your Church.
God of grace: hear our prayer.
 
 
God of wisdom, grant we pray that the words we have heard today make in us a desire to serve the people in bringing the good news of Christ to all who have yet to hear it, so that they may bring forth in us the fruit of good works to honour and praise your name, through Jesus Christ our Lord.
God of grace: hear our prayer.
 
Saviour God, we give you thanks for restoring health to your servants who are experiencing ill health this day. We bless and praise you for the mercy which you show to us when we call upon you. Teach us to trust you in all circumstances of life and to know your loving care and protection.
God of grace: hear our prayer.
 
God of all truth, teach us to love you with Heart and mind. Bless St Francis Theological college, that it may be a lively centre for sound learning, new discovery and the pursuit of wisdom. May all who teach and all who learn, seek and love the truth and in humility look to you, the source of all wisdom and understanding. Bless the 2024 Seekers and the 2024 formation students.
God of grace: hear our prayer.
 
 
Loving God, we ask your blessing for those listed on the Anglican cycle of prayer:
The Church in the Province of the West Indies
The Diocese of Willochra:
The Parish of Leichhardt:
Mathew Hale Public Library
All Parishes seeking clergy.
All Anglican schools seeking chaplains.
All Prison ministry chaplaincy teams
All people joining in this prayer offering.
God of Grace; Hear our prayer
 
12 The Evening Collect
Be present, merciful God, 
and protect us through the hours of this night: that we, 
who are wearied by the changes and chances of this fleeting world, 
may rest on your eternal changelessness; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord. 
Amen.
  
 
13
The Lord be with you.
And also with you. 
Let us praise the Lord. 
Thanks be to God.
  
 
May the God of peace, who brought again
from the dead our Lord Jesus,
equip us with everything good
that we may do his will,
to whom be glory for ever. 
Amen.
see Hebrews 13.20, 21

Daily Anglican Prayer - Saturday Morning 30th March 2024

Saturday Morning
Daily Anglican Prayer - Saturday Morning 30th March 2024
Readings. Psalm 30; Genesis 2. 1-3; Hebrews 4. 1-11.
Led by Felicity Scott, a Liturgical Assistant at St John the Baptist Anglican Church Bulimba, QLD, Australia.
The full prayer transcript is available by going to this episode on the Podcast website.
https://dailyprayeranglicanprayerbookforaustralia.podbean.com
Welcome to Saturday Morning prayer from the Anglican ‘A prayer book for Australia’.
We proclaim the Good News of our Lord Jesus Christ:
GOD in his infinite mercy, forgives all sins, and through our baptism in the name of our Saviour, Jesus Christ, we are given a rebirth into new life, free from the burden of all sin. ALLELUIA
With faithfulness we respond to the good news:
We acknowledge Christ as our saviour and accept with gratitude, that we are forgiven for all wrong doings, past and present. To honour the gift of forgiveness, we release our burden of guilt and go forth participating in conduct that brings our best self to each and every day forever more.
Blessed be God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, Blessed be God forever.
Let us Pray.
 
1
God has shone in our hearts,
to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ. 
2 Corinthians 4.6
  
 
Glory to God; Father, Son and Holy Spirit: 
as in the beginning, so now, and for ever. Amen. 
  
 
2 The Opening Canticle, A Song of Creation
Bless the Lord all created things: who is worthy to be praised and exalted for ever. Bless the Lord all people of the earth: who is worthy to be praised and exalted for ever. O people of God bless the Lord: bless the Lord you priests of the Lord, Bless the Lord you servants of the Lord: who is worthy to be praised and exalted for ever. Bless the Lord all you of upright spirit: bless the Lord you that are holy and humble in heart. Bless the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit: who is worthy to be praised and exalted for ever. 
Song of the Three 35ff
  
 
3 The Opening Prayer
The night has passed and the day lies open before us; 
let us pray with one heart and mind. 
  
 
Silence may be kept.
As we rejoice in the gift of this new day, so may the light of your presence, O God, set our hearts on fire with love for you; now and for ever. 
Amen.
  
 
4 The Psalms as appointed. A pause is observed after each.
Psalm
 
5 At the end of the (last) pause there may follow
Creator God, whose praise and power are proclaimed by the whole creation: receive our morning prayers, we pray, and renew us in your service; through Jesus Christ our Lord. 
Amen.
  
 
6 One or two Readings from the Bible as appointed.
 
1st Reading
Genesis 2.1-3
1 Thus the heavens and the earth were finished, and all their multitude. 2 And on the seventh day God finished the work that he had done, and he rested on the seventh day from all the work that he had done. 3 So God blessed the seventh day and hallowed it, because on it God rested from all the work that he had done in creation.
2nd Reading
Hebrews 4.1-11
1 Therefore, while the promise of entering his rest is still open, let us take care that none of you should seem to have failed to reach it. 2 For indeed the good news came to us just as to them; but the message they heard did not benefit them, because they were not united by faith with those who listened. 3 For we who have believed enter that rest, just as God has said,‘As in my anger I swore,“They shall not enter my rest” ’,though his works were finished at the foundation of the world. 4 For in one place it speaks about the seventh day as follows: ‘And God rested on the seventh day from all his works.’ 5 And again in this place it says, ‘They shall not enter my rest.’ 6 Since therefore it remains open for some to enter it, and those who formerly received the good news failed to enter because of disobedience, 7 again he sets a certain day—‘today’—saying through David much later, in the words already quoted,‘Today, if you hear his voice,do not harden your hearts.’ 8 For if Joshua had given them rest, God would not speak later about another day. 9 So then, a sabbath rest still remains for the people of God; 10 for those who enter God’s rest also cease from their labours as God did from his. 11 Let us therefore make every effort to enter that rest, so that no one may fall through such disobedience as theirs.
 
The readings may be followed by a period of silence for reflection, a hymn or
May your word live in us 
and bear much fruit to your glory.
 
7 The Canticle, A Song of Redemption
Christ is the image of the invisible God: the first-born of all creation. For in him all things were created: in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible. All things were created through him and for him: he 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 first-born from the dead. For it pleased God that in him all fullness should dwell: and through him all things be reconciled to himself. 
Colossians 1.15–20
  
 
8 The Apostles’ Creed may be said.
I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth. I believe in Jesus Christ, God’s only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried; he descended to the dead. On the third day he rose from the dead; he ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father; from there he will come 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. 
  
 
9 The Prayers
Lord have mercy. 
Christ have mercy. 
Lord have mercy. 
  
 
10 The Lord’s Prayer and the Collect of the Day
 
Accept our prayers through Jesus Christ our Lord, who taught us to pray;
 
Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. Forgive us our sins as we forgive those who sin against us. Save us from the time of trial and deliver us from evil. For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours 
now and for ever. Amen. 
  
 
Saturday in Holy Week
O God, creator of heaven and earth:
mercifully grant that as the crucified body of your dear Son
was laid in the tomb and rested on this holy Sabbath
so we may await with him the dawning of the third day,
and rise with him to newness of life;
who now lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,
one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Easter Vigil
Eternal giver of life and light,this holy night shines with the radiance of the risen Christ:renew your Church with the Spirit given to us in baptism,that we may worship you in sincerity and truth,and shine as a light in the world;through Jesus Christ our Lord,who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,one God, now and for ever. Amen.
 
11 Intercessions and Thanksgivings may be made according to local custom
 
Let us pray:
 
Great shepherd of your people,
Bless those called to priesthood in your church.
Energise their hearts with passion for your word and care for your people,
that they may joyfully minister your sacraments.
Guide them in their study and prayer, that they may be discerning and loving pastors, enabling all to minister to the glory of your name and the benefit of your people and world.
God of grace; Hear our prayer.
 
God of all nations and countries, thank you for your guidance of our evolution and advancement. We ask that you guide the leaders of nations into the ways of peace and justice, and in so doing, bringing about a world that we are proud to sojourn on.
God of grace; Hear our prayer.
 
Heavenly God our Father, how great you are that we are still here despite our trespasses and despite our lack of humility in your eyes. We pray that you continue to shine your light so we may follow you into a relationship of everlasting love with you and with one another.
God of grace; Hear our prayer.
 
Loving God, with one voice we lift up our hearts to thank you for our lives and vocation. Inspire us all to know and live our vocation. Give courage to people to listen and follow the call to serve you in ministry. Bless us your family of Australia, help those you call to listen to the Holy Spirit voice, that they may fulfil your holy will and make all things new. Through Christ our Lord.
God of grace; Hear our prayer.
 
 
God, we ask your blessing for those listed on the Anglican cycle of prayer:
The Diocese of Dallas – The Episcopal Church
The Diocese of Willochra:
The Parish of Laidley:
Oratory of the Good Shepherd
All Parishes seeking clergy.
All Anglican schools seeking chaplains.
All Prison ministry chaplaincy teams
All people joining in this prayer offering.
God of Grace; Hear our prayer
 
 
12 The Morning Collect
Lord and heavenly Father, you have brought us safely to this new day: keep us by your mighty power, protect us from sin, guard us from every kind of danger, and in all we do this day direct us in the fulfilling of your purpose, through Jesus Christ our Lord. 
Amen.
 
13
The Lord be with you.
And also with you. 
Let us praise the Lord. 
Thanks be to God. 
 
May the peace of God which passes all understanding keep our hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. 
Amen.
Philippians 4.7

Daily Anglican Prayer – Good Friday Morning 29th March 2024

Daily Anglican Prayer – Good Friday Morning 29th March 2024
Readings. Psalm 40; Genesis 22. 1-18; Hebrews 9. 11-26;
Led by Felicity Scott, a Liturgical Assistant at St John the Baptist Anglican Church Bulimba, QLD, Australia.
The full prayer transcript is available by going to this episode on the Podcast website.
https://dailyprayeranglicanprayerbookforaustralia.podbean.com
Good Friday Morning prayer from the Anglican ‘A prayer book for Australia’.
Christians across the world observe Good Friday as the day when Jesus Christ died on the cross for humanity, so that he could save them from their sins. Good Friday is the Friday before Easter, it is a day Christians humbly honour the sacrifice Jesus suffered and how he died for their sins.
We proclaim the Good News of our Lord Jesus Christ:
GOD in his infinite mercy, forgives all sins, and through our baptism in the name of our Saviour, Jesus Christ, we are given a rebirth into new life, free from the burden of all sin. ALLELUIA
With faithfulness we respond to the good news:
We acknowledge Christ as our saviour and accept with gratitude, that we are forgiven for all wrong doings, past and present. To honour the gift of forgiveness, we release our burden of guilt and go forth participating in conduct that brings our best self to each and every day forever more.
Blessed be God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, Blessed be God forever.
Let us Pray.
1
Through Christ let us offer up a sacrifice of praise to God,
the fruit of lips that acknowledge his name. 
Hebrews 13.15
  
 
Glory to God; Father, Son and Holy Spirit: 
as in the beginning, so now, and for ever. Amen. 
  
 
2 The Opening Canticle, A Song of God’s Grace
We have complete freedom: to go into the most holy place by means of the death of Jesus. He opened for us a new way, a living way: through the curtain, through his own body. Since we have a great high priest set over the household of God: let us draw near with a sincere heart and a sure faith, With hearts that have been made clean from a guilty conscience: and bodies washed with pure water. 
Hebrews 10.19–22
  
 
3 The Opening Prayer
The night has passed and the day lies open before us; 
let us pray with one heart and mind. 
 
Silence may be kept.
As we rejoice in the gift of this new day, so may the light of your presence, O God, set our hearts on fire with love for you; now and for ever. 
Amen.
  
 
4 The Psalms as appointed. A pause is observed after each.
Psalm
 
5 At the end of the (last) pause there may follow
Holy God, through your beloved Son you reconciled all things to yourself, making peace by the blood of his cross: fill us and those for whom we pray with your peace and joy; through Jesus Christ our Lord. 
Amen.
  
 
6 One or two Readings from the Bible as appointed.
 
1st Reading
2nd Reading
The readings may be followed by a period of silence for reflection, a hymn or
May your word live in us 
and bear much fruit to your glory.
 
7 The Canticle, Saviour of the World
Jesus, Saviour of the world, come to us in your mercy: we look to you to save and help us. By your cross and your life laid down, you set your people free: we look to you to save and help us. When they were ready to perish, you saved your disciples: we look to you to come to our help. In the greatness of your mercy, loose us from our chains: forgive the sins of all your people. Make yourself known as our saviour and mighty deliverer: save and help us that we may praise you. Come now and dwell with us, Lord Christ Jesus: hear our prayer and be with us always. And when you come in your glory: make us to be one with you 
and to share the life of your kingdom. 
  
 
8 The Apostles’ Creed may be said.
I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth. I believe in Jesus Christ, God’s only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried; he descended to the dead. On the third day he rose from the dead; he ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father; from there he will come 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. 
 
9 The Prayers
Lord have mercy. 
Christ have mercy. 
Lord have mercy. 
  
10 The Lord’s Prayer and the Collect of the Day
Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. Forgive us our sins as we forgive those who sin against us. Save us from the time of trial and deliver us from evil. For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours 
now and for ever. Amen. 
 
Good Friday
Lord God,
whose blessed Son our Saviour gave his back to the smiters
and did not hide his face from shame:
give us grace to accept the sufferings of this present time
with sure confidence in the glory that shall be revealed;
through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
or
Merciful God,
who gave your Son to suffer the shame of the cross:
save us from hardness of heart,
that, seeing him who died for us,
we may repent, confess our sin,
and receive your overflowing love,
in Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
or
The first prayer, or all three prayers, based on the Book of Common Prayer
Almighty God,
look with mercy on this your family,
for whom our Lord Jesus Christ was willing to be betrayed
and to be given into the hands of sinners
and to suffer death upon the cross;
who now lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,
one God for ever and ever. Amen.
  
 
Almighty and everlasting God,
by whose Spirit the whole body of the Church is
governed and sanctified:
receive our prayers and supplications,
which we offer before you for all people in your holy Church, 
that all its members,
in their vocation and ministry, 
may truly and godly serve you;
through our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. Amen.
 
O merciful God,
you have made all people
and you hate nothing that you have made,
nor desire the death of sinners,
but rather that they should turn and live:
have mercy on all who have not known you,
or who deny the faith of Christ crucified;
take from them all ignorance, hardness of heart,
and contempt of your word;
and so fetch them home, blessed Lord, to your fold,
that we may be made one flock under one shepherd,
Jesus Christ our Lord,
who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,
 one God, world without end. Amen.
 
10 Intercessions and Thanksgivings may be made according to local custom and need.Let us pray
Good Friday prayers:
 
O God, Son of God, you suffered for us, the righteous for the unrighteous. You Saved us by the shame of your Passion. Through the suffering and death you did not deserve, we have escaped the punishment our sins have deserved. We thank you Lord Jesus. Amen
 
Lord Jesus, so often we forget everything you have done for us as we go about our days. We can never say thank you enough for your sacrifice on the cross. Lord, you have sanctified this day and endowed it with divine grace, we thank you with the entirety of our spirit and Soul for evermore. We thank you Lord Jesus, Amen
 
Lord God, thank you, that by your wounds we are healed. Thank you that because of your huge sacrifice we can live free. Thank you that sin and death have been conquered and that your Power is everlasting. Thank you that we can say with great hope, “It is finished…” For we know what’s still to come. And death has lost its sting. We praise you for you are making all things new. We thank you Lord Jesus, Amen
 
 
12 The Morning Collect
Eternal God and Father, 
by whose power we are created 
and by whose love we are redeemed; 
guide and strengthen us by your Spirit, 
that we may give ourselves to your service, 
and live this day in love 
to one another and to you; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord. 
Amen.
 
13
The Lord be with you.
And also with you. 
Let us praise the Lord. 
Thanks be to God. 
 
Peace be to us all, and love with faith, from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. 
Amen.
Ephesians 6.23

Daily Anglican Prayer - Thursday Morning – 28th March 2024

Daily Anglican Prayer - Thursday Morning – 28th March 2024
Readings:
Psalm 55;
Leviticus 16. 2 - 24;
Colossians 2. 8-15.
 
Led by Felicity Scott, Liturgical Assistant at St John the Baptist Anglican Church Bulimba, QLD, Australia.
The full prayer transcript is available by going to this episode on the Podcast website.
https://dailyprayeranglicanprayerbookforaustralia.podbean.com
Welcome to Thursday Morning prayer from the Anglican ‘A prayer book for Australia’.
We proclaim the Good News of our Lord Jesus Christ:
GOD in his infinite mercy, forgives all sins, and through our baptism in the name of our Saviour, Jesus Christ, we are given a rebirth into new life, free from the burden of all sin. ALLELUIA
With faithfulness we respond to the good news:
We acknowledge Christ as our saviour and accept with gratitude, that we are forgiven for all wrong doings, past and present. To honour the gift of forgiveness, we release our burden of guilt and go forth participating in conduct that brings our best self to each and every day forever more. Amen.
Blessed be God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, Blessed be God forever.
Let us Pray.
 
1
This is the message we have heard from Christ:
That God is light, in whom there is no darkness at all.
   
Glory to God; Father, Son and Holy Spirit: 
as in the beginning, so now, and for ever. Amen. 
 
2 The Opening Canticle, A Song of God’s Grace
Go up to a high mountain
Herald of good tidings to Zion:
Lift up your voice with strength,
Herald of good tidings to Jerusalem.
Lift up your voice, fear not:
Say to the cities of Judah, ‘Behold your God!’
See the Lord God coming with power:
Coming to rule with his mighty arm.
He brings his reward for the people of God:
the recompense for those who are saved.
God will feed his flock like a shepherd:
And gather the lambs in his arms;
He will hold them to his breast:
And gently lead those that are with young.
Isaiah 40.9-11  
 
3 The Opening Prayer
The night has now passed and the day lies open before us; 
let us pray with one heart and mind. 
  
Silence may be kept.
As we rejoice in the gift of this new day, so may the light of your presence, O God, set our hearts on fire with love for you; now and for ever. 
Amen.
  
4 The Psalms as appointed. A pause is observed after each.
Psalm
 
5 At the end of the (last) pause there may follow
Almighty God, who wonderfully created us in your own image and yet more wonderfully restored us in your son Jesus Christ: grant that as he came to share our human nature so we may be partakers in his divine glory; who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God now and forever. 
Amen.
 
6 One or two Readings from the Bible as appointed.
 
1st Reading
2nd Reading
 
The readings may be followed by a period of silence for reflection, a hymn or
May your word live in us 
and bear much fruit to your glory.
 
 
7 The Canticle,
In the beginning was the word:
 and the word was with God,
 and the word was god:
 he was in the beginning with god.
 all things were made through him:
 and without him, was not anything made that was made.
In him was life:
And the life was the light of all the people.
The light shines in the darkness:
And the darkness has not overcome it.
He was in the world:
And the world was made through him
 yet the world knew him not.
 he came to his own home:
and his own people received him not.
but to all who received him who believed on his name:
He has given power to become children of God;
who were born not of blood
nor of the will of the flesh:
nor of the will of a man but of God.
And the word became flesh
And dwelt among us full of grace and truth;
we have beheld his glory:
 glory as of the only son from the father
and from his fullness have we all received:
And grace upon grace.
 
8 The Apostles’ Creed may be said.
I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth. I believe in Jesus Christ, God’s only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried; he descended to the dead. On the third day he rose from the dead; he ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father; from there he will come 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. 
  
 
9 The Prayers
Lord have mercy. 
Christ have mercy. 
Lord have mercy. 
  
 
10 The Lord’s Prayer and the Collect of the Day
Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. Forgive us our sins as we forgive those who sin against us. Save us from the time of trial and deliver us from evil. For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours now and for ever. Amen. 
 
Ash Wednesday
Almighty and everlasting God,
you hate nothing that you have made,
and you forgive the sins of all who are penitent:
create and make in us new and contrite hearts,
that we, worthily lamenting our sins,
and acknowledging our wretchedness,
may obtain of you, the God of all mercy,
perfect remission and forgiveness;
through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Prayer of the Week
Sixth Sunday in Lent / Sunday of the Passion [Palm Sunday]
Almighty and everlasting God, 
of your tender love towards us
you sent your Son, our Saviour Jesus Christ, 
to take upon him our flesh,
and to suffer death upon the cross,
that all should follow the example of his great humility:
mercifully grant
that we may both follow the example of his patience,
and also be made partakers of his resurrection;
through the same Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
11 Intercessions and Thanksgivings may be made according to local custom and need.
Let us pray
God of the nations, whose sovereign rule brings justice and peace.
Have mercy on our world, share abundantly your peace in the hearts of all and banish from people any spirit that makes for war. Instil in us that all races and peoples can live as members of one family in peace and harmony.
God of grace; Hear our prayer.
 
Loving God, we pray thanks to you for bringing forward the people needed to create our loving community’s. We ask you to bless medical and hospital workers that help the people and the police and defence forces that protect our country, let them know they are appreciated in their contributions towards providing a safe country for the people to live in.
God of grace; Hear our prayer.
 
Saviour God, we thank you for all you provide to us in our time of need. We ask you to help those who are hungry, especially help countries who are unable to provide food for their people, guide us to help them in their hour of need.
God of grace; Hear our prayer.
 
Loving God, how great a companion you are to everyone of us, we pray that you give relief to the lonely, guide them in their friendships to be companions of others in need.
God of grace; Hear our prayer.
 
Loving God, we ask your blessing for those listed on the Anglican cycle of prayer:
The Diocese of North Dakota – The Episcopal Church
The Parish of Kilcoy:
Anglicare SQ Children & Families, Brisbane Residential & Foster Kinship Care
St Johns the Baptist church, Bulimba.
All Parishes seeking clergy.
All Anglican schools seeking chaplains.
All Prison Chaplaincy Ministry Teams
All people joining in this prayer offering.
God of Grace; Hear our prayer
 
 
12 The Morning Collect
Lord and Heavenly Father,
you have brought us safely to this new day:
Keep us by your mighty power, protect us from sin,
guard us from every kind of danger,
and in all we do this day
direct us in the fulfilling of your purpose,
Through Jesus Christ our lord. 
Amen.
 
13
The Lord be with you.
And also with you. 
Let us praise the Lord. 
Thanks be to God. 
 
May the God of peace equip us with everything good so that we may do his will, and may he work in us that which is pleasing in his sight, through Jesus Christ, to whom be glory for ever.  
Amen.
Hebrew 13.20

Daily Anglican prayer - Wednesday Evening – 27th March 2024

Daily Anglican prayer - Wednesday Evening – 27th March 2024
Readings: Psalm 31; Jeremiah 11. 18-20; Mark 12.35 - 13.2
Led by Felicity Scott, a Liturgical Assistant at St John the Baptist Anglican Church Bulimba, QLD, Australia.
Welcome to Wednesday Evening prayer from the Anglican ‘A prayer book for Australia’.
We proclaim the Good News of our Lord Jesus Christ:
GOD in his infinite mercy, forgives all sins, and through our baptism in the name of our Saviour, Jesus Christ, we are given a rebirth into new life, free from the burden of all sin. ALLELUIA
With faithfulness we respond to the good news:
We acknowledge Christ as our saviour and accept with gratitude, that we are forgiven for all wrong doings, past and present. To honour the gift of forgiveness, we release our burden of guilt and go forth participating in conduct that brings our best self to each and every day forever more.
Blessed be God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, Blessed be God forever.
Let us Pray.
The full prayer transcript is available by going to this episode on the Podcast website.
https://dailyprayeranglicanprayerbookforaustralia.podbean.com
1
The glory of the Lord shall be revealed;
and all people shall see it together. 
Isaiah 40.5
Glory to God; Father, Son and Holy Spirit: 
as in the beginning, so now, and for ever. Amen. 
  
 
2 The Opening Canticle, A Song of Praise
God be gracious to us and bless us: and make your face to shine upon us, That your way may be known upon earth: your salvation among all nations. Let the peoples praise you, O God: let all the peoples praise you. Let the nations be glad and sing for joy: for you judge the peoples with equity and govern the nations upon earth. Let the peoples praise you, O God: let all the peoples praise you. Then the earth will bring forth its increase: and God, our own God, will bless us. You, O God, will bless us: and all the ends of the earth will fear you. 
Psalm 67
  
 
3 The Opening Prayer
The day is now past, and the night is at hand. 
Let us pray with one heart and mind. 
  
 
Silence may be kept.
Father of lights, receive the prayer and praise we offer you as our evening sacrifice; make us a light for all the world, delivered by your goodness from all the works of darkness; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord. 
Amen.
  
 
4 The Psalms as appointed. A pause is observed after each.
Psalm
 
5 At the end of the (last) pause there may follow
God of all power and might, the author and giver of all good things: graft in our hearts the love of your name, increase in us true religion, nourish us with all goodness, and of your great mercy keep us in the same; through Jesus Christ our Lord. 
Amen.
  
 
6 One or two Readings from the Bible as appointed.
 
1st Reading
2nd Reading
The readings may be followed by a period of silence for reflection, a hymn or
May your word live in us 
and bear much fruit to your glory.
 
 
7 The Canticle, The Song of Mary (Magnificat)
My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord: my spirit rejoices in God my Saviour, Who has looked with favour on his lowly servant: from this day all generations will call me blessed; The Almighty has done great things for me: and holy is his name. God has mercy on those who fear him: from generation to generation. The Lord has shown strength with his arm: and scattered the proud in their conceit, Casting down the mighty from their thrones: and lifting up the lowly. God has filled the hungry with good things: and sent the rich away empty. He has come to the aid of his servant Israel: to remember the promise of mercy, The promise made to our forebears: to Abraham and his children for ever. 
Luke 1.47–55
   
8 The Prayers
Lord have mercy. 
Christ have mercy. 
Lord have mercy. 
  
9 The Lord’s Prayer and the Collect of the Day
Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. Forgive us our sins as we forgive those who sin against us. Save us from the time of trial and deliver us from evil. For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours 
now and for ever. Amen. 
  
Wednesday in Holy Week
Everlasting God,in your tender love for the human raceyou sent your Son to take our nature,and to suffer death upon the cross:in your mercyenable us to share in his obedience to your willand in the glorious victory of his resurrection;through Jesus Christ our Lord,who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
or
God of all,you gave your only-begotten Sonto take the form of a servant,and to be obedient even to death on a cross: give us the same mind that was in Christ Jesus that, sharing in his humility,we may come to be with him in his glory,who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Ash Wednesday
Almighty and everlasting God,
you hate nothing that you have made,
and you forgive the sins of all who are penitent:
create and make in us new and contrite hearts,
that we, worthily lamenting our sins,
and acknowledging our wretchedness,
may obtain of you, the God of all mercy,
perfect remission and forgiveness;
through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Prayer of the Week
Sixth Sunday in Lent / Sunday of the Passion [Palm Sunday]
Almighty and everlasting God, 
of your tender love towards us
you sent your Son, our Saviour Jesus Christ, 
to take upon him our flesh,
and to suffer death upon the cross,
that all should follow the example of his great humility:
mercifully grant
that we may both follow the example of his patience,
and also be made partakers of his resurrection;
through the same Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
 
10 Intercessions and Thanksgivings may be made according to local custom and need.
Let us pray
Almighty God, we thank you for your church and its place in our world and we ask that you bless the whole church. Bless all clergy, and volunteers, with modern thinking and progressive plans to bring a safe and inclusive church into being throughout our country.
God of Grace.      Hear our Prayer
 
Generous God, we ask that you show generosity by remembering the homeless, the destitute, the sick, the aged, and all who have none to care for them. Heal those who are broken in body or spirit and turn their sorrow into joy. Send people to minister to their needs in generous ways.
God of Grace Hear our prayer
 
Loving God, we ask your blessing for those listed on the Anglican cycle of prayer:
The Diocese of Daejeon – The Anglican Church of Korea
The Diocese of Willochra:
The Parish of Kenmore-Brookfield:
Anglicare SQ Brisbane North Community Services
All Parishes seeking clergy.
All Anglican schools seeking chaplains.
All Prison ministry chaplaincy teams
All people joining in this prayer offering.
God of Grace; Hear our prayer.
 
 
 
11 The Evening Collect
Lighten our darkness, Lord, we pray: 
and in your great mercy defend us 
from all perils and dangers of this night; 
for the love of your only Son our Saviour Jesus Christ. 
Amen.
 
12
The Lord be with you.
And also with you. 
Let us praise the Lord. 
Thanks be to God. 
  
May our Lord Jesus Christ, and God our Father, comfort our hearts and establish them in every good work and word. 
Amen.
2 Thessalonians 2.16–1

Daily Anglican Prayer - Friday Morning 22nd March 2024

Daily Anglican Prayer - Friday Morning  22nd March 2024
Readings. Psalm 52; Jeremiah 43; Matthew 23. 27-24.2;
Led by Felicity Scott, a Liturgical Assistant at St John the Baptist Anglican Church Bulimba, QLD, Australia.
The full prayer transcript is available by going to this episode on the Podcast website.
https://dailyprayeranglicanprayerbookforaustralia.podbean.com
Welcome to Friday Morning prayer from the Anglican ‘A prayer book for Australia’.
We proclaim the Good News of our Lord Jesus Christ:
GOD in his infinite mercy, forgives all sins, and through our baptism in the name of our Saviour, Jesus Christ, we are given a rebirth into new life, free from the burden of all sin. ALLELUIA
With faithfulness we respond to the good news:
We acknowledge Christ as our saviour and accept with gratitude, that we are forgiven for all wrong doings, past and present. To honour the gift of forgiveness, we release our burden of guilt and go forth participating in conduct that brings our best self to each and every day forever more.
Blessed be God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, Blessed be God forever.
Let us Pray.
1
Through Christ let us offer up a sacrifice of praise to God,
the fruit of lips that acknowledge his name. 
Hebrews 13.15
  
 
Glory to God; Father, Son and Holy Spirit: 
as in the beginning, so now, and for ever. Amen. 
  
 
2 The Opening Canticle, A Song of God’s Grace
We have complete freedom: to go into the most holy place by means of the death of Jesus. He opened for us a new way, a living way: through the curtain, through his own body. Since we have a great high priest set over the household of God: let us draw near with a sincere heart and a sure faith, With hearts that have been made clean from a guilty conscience: and bodies washed with pure water. 
Hebrews 10.19–22
  
 
3 The Opening Prayer
The night has passed and the day lies open before us; 
let us pray with one heart and mind. 
 
Silence may be kept.
As we rejoice in the gift of this new day, so may the light of your presence, O God, set our hearts on fire with love for you; now and for ever. 
Amen.
  
 
4 The Psalms as appointed. A pause is observed after each.
Psalm
 
5 At the end of the (last) pause there may follow
Holy God, through your beloved Son you reconciled all things to yourself, making peace by the blood of his cross: fill us and those for whom we pray with your peace and joy; through Jesus Christ our Lord. 
Amen.
  
 
6 One or two Readings from the Bible as appointed.
 
1st Reading
2nd Reading
The readings may be followed by a period of silence for reflection, a hymn or
May your word live in us 
and bear much fruit to your glory.
 
7 The Canticle, Saviour of the World
Jesus, Saviour of the world, come to us in your mercy: we look to you to save and help us. By your cross and your life laid down, you set your people free: we look to you to save and help us. When they were ready to perish, you saved your disciples: we look to you to come to our help. In the greatness of your mercy, loose us from our chains: forgive the sins of all your people. Make yourself known as our saviour and mighty deliverer: save and help us that we may praise you. Come now and dwell with us, Lord Christ Jesus: hear our prayer and be with us always. And when you come in your glory: make us to be one with you 
and to share the life of your kingdom. 
  
 
8 The Apostles’ Creed may be said.
I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth. I believe in Jesus Christ, God’s only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried; he descended to the dead. On the third day he rose from the dead; he ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father; from there he will come 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. 
 
9 The Prayers
Lord have mercy. 
Christ have mercy. 
Lord have mercy. 
  
10 The Lord’s Prayer and the Collect of the Day
Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. Forgive us our sins as we forgive those who sin against us. Save us from the time of trial and deliver us from evil. For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours 
now and for ever. Amen. 
 
Ash Wednesday
Almighty and everlasting God,
you hate nothing that you have made,
and you forgive the sins of all who are penitent:
create and make in us new and contrite hearts,
that we, worthily lamenting our sins,
and acknowledging our wretchedness,
may obtain of you, the God of all mercy,
perfect remission and forgiveness;
through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Prayer of the Week
Third Sunday in Lent
Lord God, our Redeemer,
who heard the cry of your people
and sent your servant Moses to lead them out of slavery:
free us from the tyranny of sin and death
and, by the leading of your Spirit,
bring us to our promised land;
through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
 
Collect of a Bishop
O God, our heavenly father,
Who raised up your faithful servant Ken Thomas, who died in 1711;
To be a bishop in your church of Bath and wells
And to feed your flock, we remember him today.
Give abundantly to all bishops and other pastors
The gifts of your Holy Spirit,
So that they may minister in your household
As true servants of Christ
And stewards of your Holy mysteries;
Through Jesus Christ our Lord,
Who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,
One God for ever and ever. Amen
 
10 Intercessions and Thanksgivings may be made according to local custom and need.Let us pray
 
Loving God, We Thank you God of all loveliness,
For the beauty of earth and sky and sea;
For the richness of mountains, deserts and rivers;
For the songs of birds and the beauty of flowers.
We praise you for these good gifts,
and pray that we guard our heritage to honour and glory your name.
God of Grace; Hear our prayer
 
Merciful God, we ask for your mercy to be given to all countries experiencing war. We ask for your intervention, to impart peace as an initiative in the minds of all those at war across the world.
God of grace; Hear our prayer.
 
God, we thank you for your support in children’s lives. Give the spirit of courage to children to bring to the notice of those in authority the children that use bullying as a cry for help, so those that are in need can be given help.
God of grace; Hear our prayer
 
Blessed God, we ask your blessing for those listed on the Anglican cycle of prayer:
The Diocese of Cuernavaca – La Iglesia Anglicana de Mexico
The Diocese of Rockhampton:
The Parish of Ithaca-Red Hill: Bill Colbrahams
Anglicare SQ Services, Residential Aged Care and Retirement Villages
St John’s College UQ:
All Parishes seeking clergy.
All Anglican schools seeking chaplains.
All Prison Chaplaincy Ministry Teams
All people joining in this prayer offering.
God of Grace; Hear our prayer
 
12 The Morning Collect
Eternal God and Father, 
by whose power we are created 
and by whose love we are redeemed; 
guide and strengthen us by your Spirit, 
that we may give ourselves to your service, 
and live this day in love 
to one another and to you; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord. 
Amen.
 
13
The Lord be with you.
And also with you. 
Let us praise the Lord. 
Thanks be to God. 
 
Peace be to us all, and love with faith, from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. 
Amen.
Ephesians 6.23