Daily Prayer from the Anglican Prayer Book for Australia

Daily Anglican Prayer - Wednesday Evening – 30th October 2024

Daily Anglican Prayer - Wednesday Evening – 30th October 2024
Readings:
Psalm 144; 150.
Daniel 7. 15-28.
Matthew 19. 1-15.
Led by Felicity Scott, a Liturgical Assistant with the Anglican Church, QLD, Australia.
The full prayer transcript is available by going to this episode on the Podcast website.
https://dailyprayeranglicanprayerbookforaustralia.podbean.com
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 rise up to live in the glory of God forever more.
Blessed be God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, Blessed be God forever.
Let us Pray.
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
 
Hear the word of the LORD
Thanks be to GOD
2nd Reading
Hear the message of Christ. Thanks be to God.
 
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 belief and principle is said
I believe in God,creator of heaven and earth,
whose love and merciful forgiveness
endures everlasting.
I believe in Christ the saviour,
whose example of love and compassion,
taught us a restored way to live, in collaborative unity with all people.
I believe in the Holy Spirit,
whose divine guidance brings
us together to be one with the Holy Trinity.
 
9 The Prayers
Lord have mercy. 
Christ have mercy. 
God 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
Twenty-third Sunday after Pentecost
Almighty and everlasting GOD,
Give us the increase of faith, hope and love;
And, that we may obtain what you promise,
Make us to love what you command,
Through 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.
Merciful God 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.
Merciful God 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.
Merciful God; Hear our prayer.
 
Blessed God, we ask your blessing for those listed on the Anglican cycle of prayer:
The Diocese of Karnataka Central – The Church of South India (United)
The Parish of Brisbane Valley:
Anglicare SQ Out of Home Care, Moreton Region – Brisbane Residential
All Parishes seeking clergy.
All Anglican schools seeking chaplains.
All Prison ministry chaplaincy teams
All people joining in this prayer offering.
Merciful God 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
Music by John Keys – Anglican Chant Canticle organ accompaniments.
A reminder disclaimer to the listener.
The readings in the podcast may include ancient and old-fashioned sayings and instructions that we do not in any way condone as in use or to be used in today’s modern world. The readings have not been modernised to reflect todays thinking, instead the readings remain from the old version of the NRSV bible. The podcast owners explicitly declare that each listener is responsible for their own actions in response to the bible readings and the podcast owners bare no responsibility in this sense.
 

Daily Anglican Prayer - Tuesday Evening – 29th October 2024

Daily Anglican Prayer - Tuesday Evening – 29th October 2024
Readings:
Psalm 147.
Daniel 7. 1-14.
Matthew 18. 15-35.
Led by Felicity Scott, a Liturgical Assistant in the Anglican Church QLD, Australia.
The full prayer transcript is available by going to this episode on the Podcast website.
https://dailyprayeranglicanprayerbookforaustralia.podbean.com
Welcome to Tuesday 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 rise up to live in the glory of God forever more.
Blessed be God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, Blessed be God forever.
Let us Pray.
 
1
O sing to the Lord a new song:
sing to the Lord all the earth. 
Psalm 96.1
Glory to God; Father, Son and Holy Spirit: 
as in the beginning, so now, and for ever. Amen.
 
2 The Opening Canticle, The Song of the Three
Blessed are you, the God of our forebears: 
worthy to be praised and exalted for ever. Blessed is your holy and glorious name: worthy to be praised and exalted for ever. Blessed are you, glorious in your holy temple: worthy to be praised and exalted for ever. Blessed are you who behold the depths: worthy to be praised and exalted for ever. Blessed are you on the throne of your kingdom: worthy to be praised and exalted for ever. Blessed are you in the heights of heaven: worthy to be praised and exalted for ever. 
Song of the Three 29–34
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 grace, we thank you for all your gifts to us:
grant us to accept both pain and joy in faith and hope,
and never to fail in love to you
 and to our sisters and brothers.
through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord. 
Amen.
6 One or two Readings from the Bible as appointed.
 
1st Reading
Hear the word of the lord. Thanks be to GOD.
2nd Reading
The readings may be followed by a period of silence for reflection, a hymn or
Hear the message of Christ.
Thanks be to God.
 
7 The Canticle, The Song of Simeon (Nunc Dimittis)
Now, Lord, you let your servant go in peace: your word has been fulfilled. My own eyes have seen the salvation: which you have prepared in the sight of every people: A light to reveal you to the nations: and the glory of your people Israel. 
Luke 2.29–32
 
 
8 The belief and principle is said
I believe in God,creator of heaven and earth,
whose love and merciful forgiveness
endures everlasting.
I believe in Christ the saviour,
whose example of love and compassion,
taught us a restored way to live, in collaborative unity with all people.
I believe in the Holy Spirit,
whose divine guidance brings
us together to be one with the Holy Trinity.   
 
9 The Prayers
Lord have mercy. 
Christ have mercy. 
God 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
Twenty-third Sunday after Pentecost
Almighty and everlasting GOD,
Give us the increase of faith, hope and love;
And, that we may obtain what you promise,
Make us to love what you command,
Through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen
 
 
 
 
 
10 Intercessions and Thanksgivings may be made according to local custom and need.
Living God, we pray thanks for our mothers; for those who loved and cared for us and who taught us our faith and how to live a faithful life. Today we pray special thanks for Monica, the mother of Saint Augustine of Hippo, may she rest in peace. We thank you God for bringing us examples of faithful people to learn from.
Merciful God; Hear our prayer.
 
Graceful God, Thank you for your presence in our lives and your attention to our prayers. How great our lives due to your presence and your wisdom. We ask that we are endowed with Gods great wisdom, to share with all people.
Merciful God; Hear our prayer.
 
Merciful God of all nations, thank you for your mercy on our broken and divided world. Share your peace in the hearts of all and banish the spirit that makes for war, that all races and peoples may learn to live as members of one family united in peace.
Merciful God; hear our prayer.
 
Blessed God, we ask your blessing for those listed on the Anglican cycle of prayer:
The Diocese of Karimnagar – The Church of South India (United)
The Parish of Bribie Island: Gary Tognola, †Bruce Clark, Marilyn Cullen, Carolyn Payne, Jim Tait
Anglicare SQ Out of Home Care, Moreton Region – Caboolture Foster & Kinship Care
All Parishes seeking clergy.
All Anglican schools seeking chaplains.
All Prison ministry chaplaincy teams
All people joining in this prayer offering.
Merciful God; Hear our prayer
 
 
11 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.
 
12
The Lord be with you.
And also with you. 
Let us praise the Lord. 
Thanks be to God. 
 
May Jesus, the Lord of peace, give us peace at all times and in all ways. 
Amen.
2 Thessalonians 3.16
Music by John Keys – Anglican Chant Canticle organ accompaniments.
A reminder disclaimer to the listener.
The readings in the podcast may include ancient and old-fashioned sayings and instructions that we do not in any way condone as in use or to be used in today’s modern world. The readings have not been modernised to reflect todays thinking, instead the readings remain from the old version of the NRSV bible. The podcast owners explicitly declare that each listener is responsible for their own actions in response to the bible readings and the podcast owners bare no responsibility in this sense.
 

Daily Anglican prayer - Monday morning – 28th October 2024

Daily Anglican prayer - Monday morning – 28th October 2024.
Readings NRSV: Psalm 143; 146; Nehemiah 2. 9-20; 2 Peter 1. 1-11.
Led by Felicity Scott, a Liturgical Assistant for the Anglican Church, QLD, Australia.
The full prayer transcript is available by going to this episode on the Podcast website.
https://dailyprayeranglicanprayerbookforaustralia.podbean.com
Welcome to Monday 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 rise up to live in the glory of God 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
 
Hear the word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.
2nd Reading
The readings may be followed by a period of silence, a reflection, or
Hear the message of Christ. Thanks be to God.
 
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 belief and principle is said
I believe in God,creator of heaven and earth,
whose love and merciful forgiveness
endures everlasting.
I believe in Christ the saviour,
whose example of love and compassion,
taught us a restored way to live, in collaborative unity with all people.
I believe in the Holy Spirit,
whose divine guidance brings
us together to be one with the Holy Trinity.   
 
9 The Prayers
Lord have mercy. 
Christ have mercy. 
God 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
Twenty-third Sunday after Pentecost
Almighty and everlasting GOD,
Give us the increase of faith, hope and love;
And, that we may obtain what you promise,
Make us to love what you command,
Through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen
 
 
11 Intercessions and Thanksgivings may be made according to local custom and need.
 
Let us Pray
Let us pray for the world and for the church.
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 forever more.
Loving God Grant 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.
Loving God Grant 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 each 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 so also.
Loving God Grant our prayer
 
Blessed God, we ask your blessing for those listed on the Anglican cycle of prayer:
The Diocese of North Karamoja – The Church of the Province of Uganda
The Parish of Bramble Bay:
Anglicare SQ Out of Home Care, Central Region – Sunshine Coast Foster & Kinship Care
All Parishes seeking clergy.
All Anglican schools seeking chaplains.
All Prison ministry chaplaincy teams
All people joining in this prayer offering.
Loving God Grant 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.
A reminder disclaimer to the listener.
The readings in the podcast may include ancient and old-fashioned sayings and instructions that we do not in any way condone as in use or to be used in today’s modern world. The readings have not been modernised to reflect todays thinking, instead the readings remain from the old version of the NRSV bible. The podcast owners explicitly declare that each listener is responsible for their own actions in response to the bible readings and the podcast owners bare no responsibility in this sense.

Daily Anglican Prayer – Sunday Holy Eucharist at home - 27th October 2024

Daily Anglican Prayer – Sunday Holy Eucharist at home - 27th October 2024
Readings.
Job 42. 1-6, 10-17;
Psalm 34. 1-8;
Hebrews 7. 21-28;
Mark 10. 46-52.
Led by Felicity Scott, a Liturgical Assistant with the Anglican Church, QLD, Australia.
The full prayer transcript is available by going to this episode on the Podcast website.
https://dailyprayeranglicanprayerbookforaustralia.podbean.com
 
Welcome to Sunday Holy Eucharist for you at home from the Anglican a prayer book for Australia.
 
Preparing for this Eucharist:
During this service you can minister Eucharist to yourself and your gathered family members.
Place on your table if you have them, a Bible, a small glass of red wine or grape juice, pieces of bread or wafers, one piece for each participant, a lighted candle and a cross. Gather all who are to partake in the Eucharist around the table.
 
The words of this eucharist are available from page 119 in the Anglican a prayer book for Australia or use the episode link to view the words.
 
We gather together to celebrate God.
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 rise up to live in the glory of God forever more.
Blessed be God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, Blessed be God forever.
Let us Pray.
 
The greeting
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with you all.
And also with you.
 
The prayer of preparation;
Let us pray.
Almighty God,
To whom all hearts are open,
All desires known,
And from whom no secrets are hidden;
cleanse the thoughts of our hearts
by the inspiration of your Holy Spirit
that we may perfectly love you,
and worthily magnify your holy name,
through Christ our Lord.  Amen
 
 
Hear O Israel, the Lord our God the Lord is one; you shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength. Jesus said: ‘This is the great and first commandment. And a second is like it: you shall love your neighbour as yourself.’
 
Confession
Our Lord Jesus Christ said:
Lord, have mercy on us, and write your law in our hearts by your Holy Spirit.
Let us confess our sins in penitence and faith confident in God’s forgiveness.
Merciful God,
our maker and our judge,
we have sinned against you
in thought, word, and deed;
And in what we have failed to do:we have not loved you with our whole heart,we have not loved our neighbours as ourselves;we repent and are sorry for all our sins.Father, forgive us.Strengthen us to love and obey you
 in newness of life;through Jesus Christ our Lord.  Amen.
Assurance of Forgiveness
Almighty God, who has promised forgiveness to all who turn to him in faith, pardon you and set you free from all your sins, strengthen you in all goodness and keep you in eternal life; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Lord have mercy
Christ have mercy
God have mercy
We say the Gloria
Glory to God in the highest
and peace to God’s people on earth.
Lord God, heavenly King,
almighty God and Father,
we worship you, we give you thanks,
 we praise you for your glory.
Lord Jesus Christ, only son of the Father,
Lord God, Lamb of God,
you take away the sin of the world: 
have mercy on us;
you are seated at the right hand of the Father:
receive our prayer.
For you alone are the Holy One;
you alone are the Lord,
you alone are the Most High,
Jesus Christ,
with the Holy Spirit,
in the glory of God the Father.
Amen.
 
Let us pray
 
The Collect of the Day – Year B
Collect for the twenty-third Sunday after Pentecost.
 
O God,
You give light to the blind and comfort to the sorrowing,
And in your Son, you have given us a High Priest
Who has offered the true sacrifice for us
And yet can sympathise with us in our weakness:
Hear the cry of your people and lead us home to our true country,
Where with your son and the Holy spirit
You live and reign, one GOD, in glory everlasting. Amen
 
Prayer of the Week
Twenty-third Sunday after Pentecost
Almighty and everlasting GOD,
Give us the increase of faith, hope and love;
And that we may obtain what you promise,
Make us love what you command,
Through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen
Old Testament, Scripture Reading 1
 Job 42. 1-6, 10-17;
1Then Job answered the Lord:
2“I know that you can do all things,
and that no purpose of yours can be thwarted.
3‘Who is this that hides counsel without knowledge?’
Therefore I have uttered what I did not understand,
things too wonderful for me, which I did not know.
4‘Hear, and I will speak;
I will question you, and you declare to me.’
5I had heard of you by the hearing of the ear,
but now my eye sees you;
6therefore I despise myself,
and repent in dust and ashes.”
10And the Lord restored the fortunes of Job when he had prayed for his friends; and the Lord gave Job twice as much as he had before. 11Then there came to him all his brothers and sisters and all who had known him before, and they ate bread with him in his house; they showed him sympathy and comforted him for all the evil that the Lord had brought upon him; and each of them gave him a piece of money and a gold ring. 12The Lord blessed the latter days of Job more than his beginning; and he had fourteen thousand sheep, six thousand camels, a thousand yoke of oxen, and a thousand donkeys. 13He also had seven sons and three daughters. 14He named the first Jemimah, the second Keziah, and the third Keren-happuch. 15In all the land there were no women so beautiful as Job's daughters; and their father gave them an inheritance along with their brothers. 16After this Job lived one hundred and forty years, and saw his children, and his children's children, four generations. 17And Job died, old and full of days.
Hear the word of the Lord
Thanks be to God.
Psalm
Psalm Psalm 34. 1-8;
New Testament, Scripture Reading 2
Hebrews 7. 21-28;
but this one became a priest with an oath, because of the one who said to him,
“The Lord has sworn and will not change his mind, You are a priest forever’;
22accordingly Jesus has also become the guarantee of a better covenant.
23Furthermore, the former priests were many in number, because they were prevented by death from continuing in office; 24but he holds his priesthood permanently, because he continues forever. 25Consequently he is able for all time to save those who approach God through him, since he always lives to make intercession for them.
26For it was fitting that we should have such a high priest, holy, blameless, undefiled, separated from sinners, and exalted above the heavens. 27Unlike the other high priests, he has no need to offer sacrifices day after day, first for his own sins, and then for those of the people; this he did once for all when he offered himself. 28For the law appoints as high priests those who are subject to weakness, but the word of the oath, which came later than the law, appoints a Son who has been made perfect forever.
 
The lord be with you.
And also with you.
 
 
The Gospel reading.
The Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to …..
Glory to you Lord Jesus Christ
(Make small cross signs on your own forehead, left cheek and upper chest.) GOSPEL:
MARK 9. 30-37
30They went on from there and passed through Galilee. He did not want anyone to know it; 31for he was teaching his disciples, saying to them, “The Son of Man is to be betrayed into human hands, and they will kill him, and three days after being killed, he will rise again.” 32But they did not understand what he was saying and were afraid to ask him.
33Then they came to Capernaum; and when he was in the house he asked them, “What were you arguing about on the way?” 34But they were silent, for on the way they had argued with one another who was the greatest. 35He sat down, called the twelve, and said to them, “Whoever wants to be first must be last of all and servant of all.” 36Then he took a little child and put it among them; and taking it in his arms, he said to them, 37“Whoever welcomes one such child in my name welcomes me, and whoever welcomes me welcomes not me but the one who sent me.”
This is the gospel of the Lord,
Praise to you Lord Jesus Christ.
A Short Homily on todays gospel reading
Jesus is teaching his disciples that to attempt to be the greatest is conceiving that you are an equal to those who are already great, when how does one know who is the greatest if you are only comparing by what you have learnt so far. Your awareness of life is so little in comparison with what could be learnt if you continue to open your ears and listen and learn as a child does. Without foreknowledge, without comparison, without presumption that you know already what there is to know.
Therefore, remember that each of us are just babes in arms and that to attempt to be the greatest among us is to miss an opportunity to be the child that could learn so much more from being less than great.
 
Let us pause for a moment to reflect.
 
The belief and principle is said
I believe in God,creator of heaven and earth,
whose love and merciful forgiveness
endures everlasting.
I believe in Christ the saviour,
whose example of love and compassion,
taught us a restored way to live, in collaborative unity with all people.
I believe in the Holy Spirit,
whose divine guidance brings
us together to be one with the Holy Trinity.
Amen.   
The Nicene Creed
We believe in God, the Father, the Almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all that is, seen and unseen.
We believe in Jesus Christ, Son of God, God from God, Light from Light, of one Being with the Father. For us and for our salvation he came down from heaven, was incarnate from the Holy Spirit and the Virgin Mary and became truly human. For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate; he suffered death and was buried.  On the third day he rose again in accordance with the Scriptures; he ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father in glory and his kingdom will have no end.
We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds from the Father and the Son. Who has spoken through the Prophets.
We acknowledge the forgiveness of sins and the life of the world to come. Amen.
Prayers
Let us pray for the world and for the church.
God, we give you thanks for opening our eyes to witness your hand at work in the gifts that surround us. Thank you for your continued love and blessings in abundance throughout our lives. Bless us with your generous nature good Lord, as we answer your call to minister to your will. Guide us to walk before you in faithfulness, in righteousness and in upright honour towards you.
God of Love we ask you.      Hear our Prayer
 
God, we offer thanks for your blessing of peace across all countries and continents. Give all your servants an understanding mind able to recognise between good and evil. Give us all wise and discerning minds, that we might know how to honour God in our life.
God of Love we ask you.      Hear our Prayer
 
God, we thank you for the church leaders in Australia, teach them to refresh us through their leadership. Guide our bishops, ministers and lay people and renew our courage to proclaim the good news of Christ in our schools, workplaces, and homes.
God of Love we ask you.      Hear our Prayer
 
God, we are thankful for the Covid vaccine. We pray for all those still being affected by the COVID virus. Bring them healing and strength. Send aid to those that need aid, and we pray that the vaccine continues to protect all people now and in the future.
God of Love we ask you.      Hear our Prayer
 
God, we pray thanks that with your guidance we live in your light and go out in your name to help others who are less fortunate. We pray that through our reverence in the name of Christ, we become new and maintain our light even when surrounded by darkness.
God of Love we ask you.      Hear our Prayer
 
Heavenly Father, we thank you that through your Son Jesus Christ, you have shown us the way to live and breathe in your righteousness. Give us the strength to remain in your presence in all we do. Help us to be willing advocates of your work, guiding our actions to a better life for all.
God of Love we ask you.      Hear our Prayer
We pause for a moment for you to pray for your own petitions.
 
Almighty God you have promised to hear our prayers.
Grant that what we have asked in faith
 we may by your grace receive,
through Jesus Christ our lord. Amen
 
The greeting of peace:
We are the body of Christ.
His spirit is with us.
 
The peace of the lord be always with you
And also, with you.
 
Let us all exchange a sign of peace.
 
Preparation for the Lord’s Supper
We do not presume to come to your table, merciful Lord,trusting in our own righteousness,but in your manifold and great mercies.
We are not worthyso much as to gather up the crumbs under your table.But you are the same Lordwhose nature is always to have mercy.Grant us, therefore gracious Lord,so to eat the flesh of your dear Son Jesus Christ,and to drink his blood,that we may evermore dwell in him,and he is us. Amen.
The thanksgiving:
Lift up your hearts.
We lift them to the Lord.
Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.
It is right to give Him thanks and praise.
All glory and honour be yours always and everywhere mighty creator ever living God. We give you thanks and praise for our saviour Jesus Christ who by the power of your spirit was born of Mary and lived as one of us. By his death on the cross and rising to new life he offered the one true sacrifice for sin and obtained an eternal deliverance for his people.
Therefore, with angels and archangels, and with the whole company of heaven, we proclaim your great and glorious name, forever praising you, and saying:
Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might, Heaven and earth are full of your glory.  Hosanna in the highest.
Blessed is he that comes in the name of the LORD. Hosanna in the highest.
Merciful God we thank you for these gifts of your creation, this bread and wine and we pray that by your word and Holy Spirit we who eat and drink them may be partakers of Christ body and blood.
On the night he was betrayed Jesus took bread and when he had given you thanks he broke it and gave it to his disciples saying ‘take eat. This is my body given for you do this in remembrance of me.’
After supper he took the cup and again giving you thanks he gave it to his disciples saying drink from this all of you this is my blood of the new covenant shed for you and for many for the forgiveness of sins do this as often as you drink it in remembrance of me.
 
The memorial acclamation:
Christ has died;
Christ is risen;
Christ will come again.
Therefore, we do as our saviour has commanded proclaiming his offering of himself made once for all upon the cross his mighty resurrection and glorious ascension and looking for his coming again we celebrate with this bread and this cup his one perfect and sufficient sacrifice for the sins of the whole world.
Renew us by your Holy Spirit unite us in the body of your son and bring us with all your people into the joy of your eternal Kingdom through Jesus Christ our Lord with whom and in whom in the fellowship of the Holy Spirit we worship you father in songs of never ending praise.
Blessing and honour and glory and power are yours for ever and ever.  Amen.
The Lord’s Prayer
As our saviour Christ has taught us, we are confident to pray,
Our Father in heaven,hallowed be your Nameyour 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. Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.  For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours, now and for ever. Amen.
We break this bread to share in the body of Christ.
We who are many are one body, for we all share in the one bread.
Jesus Lamb of God, have mercy on us.
Jesus bearer of our sins, have mercy on us.
Jesus redeemer of the world, grant us your peace.
The gifts of God for the people of God.
Come, let us take this holy sacrament of the body and blood of Christ in remembrance that He died for us, and feed on Him in our hearts by faith, with thanksgiving.
As we minister the bread to each of the people gathered, we say:
The body of Christ keep you in eternal life, and they respond with: Amen.
As we minister the cup to each of the people gathered, we say:
The blood of Christ, the cup of salvation, keep you in eternal life;
 Then they respond with: Amen.
Please pause the recording while you minister the gifts and offer personal prayers of gratitude.
On Continuing:
Living God, in this holy meal you fill us with NewHope. May the power of your love, which we have known in word and sacrament, continue your saving work among us, give us courage for our pilgrimage, and bring us to the joys, you promise.
 
We say together:
Most loving God, you send us into the world you love.Give us grace to go thankfully and with courage, in the power of your holy spirit.
Final Blessing
The peace of God which passes all understanding, keep your hearts and minds in the knowledge and love of God, and of his Son Jesus Christ our Lord; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always.
Amen.
The Dismissal
We have today proclaimed the message of Christ in our homes, go forth and proclaim the message of Christ in your streets, towns, cities and countries, that all are saved by the death and resurrection of our saviour.
Go in peace to love and serve the Lord.
In the name of Christ, Amen. 

Daily Anglican Prayer - Saturday Morning 26th October 2024

Saturday Morning
Daily Anglican Prayer - Saturday Morning 26th October 2024
Readings. Psalm 137 1-6; 138. Nehemiah 1. 1-2.8; 1 Peter 5.
Led by Felicity Scott, a Liturgical Assistant with the Anglican Church, 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 rise up to live in the glory of God 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
 
Hear the word of the LORD
Thanks be to GOD
 
2nd Reading
 
Hear the message of Christ
Thanks be to GOD.
 
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 belief and principle is said
I believe in God,creator of heaven and earth,
whose love and merciful forgiveness
endures everlasting.
I believe in Christ the saviour,
whose example of love and compassion,
taught us a restored way to live, in collaborative unity with all people.
I believe in the Holy Spirit,
whose divine guidance brings
us together to be one with the Holy Trinity.
   
 
9 The Prayers
Lord have mercy. 
Christ have mercy. 
God 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
Twenty-Second Sunday after Pentecost
Generous God,
Your Son has opened for us a new and living way into your presence
Give us pure hearts and steadfast wills
To worship you in spirit and in truth.
Through the same Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen
 
 
11 Intercessions and Thanksgivings may be made according to local custom
 
Let us pray:
 
Great shepherd of your people,
Energise our hearts with passion for your word and care for your people,
that we may joyfully minister your sacraments to the glory of your name and the benefit of your people and your world.
In faith, we pray.
 
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.
In faith, we pray.
 
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.
In faith, we pray.
 
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. 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.
In faith, we pray.
 
God of Great and modern evolution,
Draw us near to hear your word and instruction, let us know the ways in which we can revolutionise our actions to those that bring changes that benefit you God, benefit the earth and benefit the people. We pray that technological advances are brought near that we are inspired to be in your presence.
In faith, we pray.
 
Blessed God, we ask your blessing for those listed on the Anglican cycle of prayer:
The Diocese of Karamoja – The Church of the Province of Uganda
The Diocese of Wangaratta:
The Parish of Boonah-Harrisville:
Anglicare SQ Out of Home Care, Central Region – Sunshine Coast Residential
State School Teachers
All Parishes seeking clergy.
All Anglican schools seeking chaplains.
All Prison ministry chaplaincy teams
All people joining in this prayer offering.
In faith, We pray
 
 
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
Music by John Keys – Anglican Chant Canticle organ accompaniments.
A reminder disclaimer to the listener.
The readings in the podcast may include ancient and old-fashioned sayings and instructions that we do not in any way condone as in use or to be used in today’s modern world. The readings have not been modernised to reflect todays thinking, instead the readings remain from the old version of the NRSV bible. The podcast owners explicitly declare that each listener is responsible for their own actions in response to the bible readings and the podcast owners bare no responsibility in this sense.
 
 
 

Daily Anglican Prayer - Friday Evening – 25th October 2024

Daily Anglican Prayer - Friday Evening – 25th October 2024
Readings. Psalm 136; Daniel 5. 17-31; Matthew 17. 1-13.
Led by Felicity Scott, a Liturgical Assistant with the Anglican Church, QLD, Australia.
The full prayer transcript is available by going to this episode on the Podcast website.
https://dailyprayeranglicanprayerbookforaustralia.podbean.com
Welcome to Friday 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 rise up to live in the glory of God forever more.
Blessed be God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, Blessed be God forever.
Let us Pray.
 
1
Peace to those who are far off.
Peace to those who are near. 
Ephesians 2.17
  
 
Glory to God; Father, Son and Holy Spirit: 
as in the beginning, so now, and for ever. Amen. 
 
2 The Opening Canticle, The Lord’s Servant
He was despised; he was rejected: a man of sorrows, acquainted with grief. As one from whom people hide their faces: he was despised, and we esteemed him not. Ours were the sufferings he bore: ours the torments he endured, While we thought he was being punished: struck by God and brought low. He was pierced for our sins: bruised for no fault but ours. His punishment has won our peace: and by his wounds we are healed. We had all strayed like sheep: all taking our own way; But the Lord laid on him: the guilt of us all. 
Isaiah 53.3–6
   
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
Holy Spirit, sanctifier, cleanse us from all hypocrisy, unite us to one another in the bonds of peace and love, and confirm us in holiness, through Jesus Christ our Lord. 
Amen.
  
6 One or two Readings from the Bible as appointed.
1st Reading
Hear the word of the LORD. Thanks be to God.
2nd Reading
The readings may be followed by a period of silence for reflection, a hymn or
Hear the message of Christ. Thanks be to God.
 
7 The Canticle, A Song to the Lamb
You are worthy, our Lord and God: to receive glory and honour and power. For you have created all things: and by your will they have their being. You are worthy, O Lamb, for you were slain: and by your blood you ransomed for God saints from every tribe and language and nation. You have made them to be a kingdom and priests serving our God: and they will reign with you on earth. To the One who sits on the throne and to the Lamb: be blessing and honour and glory and might, for ever and ever. Amen. 
Revelation 4.11; 5.9b–10
 
8 The belief and principle is said
I believe in God,creator of heaven and earth,
whose love and merciful forgiveness
endures everlasting.
I believe in Christ the saviour,
whose example of love and compassion,
taught us a restored way to live, in collaborative unity with all people.
I believe in the Holy Spirit,
whose divine guidance brings
us together to be one with the Holy Trinity.   
 
9 The Prayers
Lord have mercy. 
Christ have mercy. 
God 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
Twenty-Second Sunday after Pentecost
Generous God,
Your Son has opened for us a new and living way into your presence
Give us pure hearts and steadfast wills
To worship you in spirit and in truth.
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 and everlasting God, we ask you to direct, sanctify, and govern our hearts and bodies in the ways of your love and your glory.
By your mighty protection may we be kept safe in body, spirit and soul, and with generous, joyful hearts, bring glory to your holy name.
Loving God; Hear our prayer
 
God, we ask for your mercy on the countries of Israel and Ukraine and their people. We ask for your intervention, to impart peace as an initiative in the minds of all those at war across the world.
Loving God; Hear our prayer.
 
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 all people that are experiencing pain and suffering, teach us to heal our body, mind and spirit to end suffering. We thank you for your healing kindness for all your people.
Loving God. Hear our prayer
 
Blessed God, we ask your blessing for those listed on the Anglican cycle of prayer:
The Diocese of Karachi – The Church of Pakistan (United)
The Diocese of The Murray:
The Parish of Brisbane Mar Thoma Church:
Anglicare SQ Mission, Research and Advocacy
All Anglican Schools Business Managers/Bursars and Senior Leaders
All Parishes seeking clergy.
All Anglican schools seeking chaplains.
All Prison Chaplaincy Ministry Teams
All people joining in this prayer offering.
Loving God; 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 the God of all grace, who has called us to eternal glory in Christ, restore, establish, strengthen us. To him be the dominion for ever and ever. 
Amen.
1 Peter 5.10–11
Music by John Keys – Anglican Chant Canticle organ accompaniments.
A reminder disclaimer to the listener.
The readings in the podcast may include ancient and old-fashioned sayings and instructions that we do not in any way condone as in use or to be used in today’s modern world. The readings have not been modernised to reflect todays thinking, instead the readings remain from the old version of the NRSV bible. The podcast owners explicitly declare that each listener is responsible for their own actions in response to the bible readings and the podcast owners bare no responsibility in this sense.
 
 

Daily Anglican Prayer – Thursday Morning – 24th October 2024

Daily Anglican Prayer – Thursday Morning – 24th October 2024
Readings:
Psalm 130, 131, 133;
Ezra 9;
1 Peter 4. 3-11.
Led by Felicity Scott, a Liturgical Assistant with the Anglican Church, 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 rise up to live in the glory of God forever more.
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 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 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.
 
The Old Testament reading is from the book of Ezra chapter 9:
 
1After these things had been done, the officials approached me and said, “The people of Israel, the priests, and the Levites have not separated themselves from the peoples of the lands with their abominations, from the Canaanites, the Hittites, the Perizzites, the Jebusites, the Ammonites, the Moabites, the Egyptians, and the Amorites. 2For they have taken some of their daughters as wives for themselves and for their sons. Thus the holy seed has mixed itself with the peoples of the lands, and in this faithlessness the officials and leaders have led the way.” 3When I heard this, I tore my garment and my mantle, and pulled hair from my head and beard, and sat appalled. 4Then all who trembled at the words of the God of Israel, because of the faithlessness of the returned exiles, gathered around me while I sat appalled until the evening sacrifice.
Ezra's Prayer
5At the evening sacrifice I got up from my fasting, with my garments and my mantle torn, and fell on my knees, spread out my hands to the Lord my God, 6and said,
“O my God, I am too ashamed and embarrassed to lift my face to you, my God, for our iniquities have risen higher than our heads, and our guilt has mounted up to the heavens. 7From the days of our ancestors to this day we have been deep in guilt, and for our iniquities we, our kings, and our priests have been handed over to the kings of the lands, to the sword, to captivity, to plundering, and to utter shame, as is now the case. 8But now for a brief moment favor has been shown by the Lord our God, who has left us a remnant, and given us a stake in his holy place, in order that he may brighten our eyes and grant us a little sustenance in our slavery. 9For we are slaves; yet our God has not forsaken us in our slavery, but has extended to us his steadfast love before the kings of Persia, to give us new life to set up the house of our God, to repair its ruins, and to give us a wall in Judea and Jerusalem.
10“And now, our God, what shall we say after this? For we have forsaken your commandments, 11which you commanded by your servants the prophets, saying, ‘The land that you are entering to possess is a land unclean with the pollutions of the peoples of the lands, with their abominations. They have filled it from end to end with their uncleanness. 12Therefore do not give your daughters to their sons, neither take their daughters for your sons, and never seek their peace or prosperity, so that you may be strong and eat the good of the land and leave it for an inheritance to your children forever.’ 13After all that has come upon us for our evil deeds and for our great guilt, seeing that you, our God, have punished us less than our iniquities deserved and have given us such a remnant as this, 14shall we break your commandments again and intermarry with the peoples who practice these abominations? Would you not be angry with us until you destroy us without remnant or survivor? 15O Lord, God of Israel, you are just, but we have escaped as a remnant, as is now the case. Here we are before you in our guilt, though no one can face you because of this.”
 
 
Hear the word of the LORD. Thanks be to God.
 
The New Testament reading is from 1 Peter beginning at chapter 4 verse 3-11
 
3You have already spent enough time in doing what the Gentiles like to do, living in licentiousness, passions, drunkenness, revels, carousing, and lawless idolatry. 4They are surprised that you no longer join them in the same excesses of dissipation, and so they blaspheme. 5But they will have to give an accounting to him who stands ready to judge the living and the dead. 6For this is the reason the gospel was proclaimed even to the dead, so that, though they had been judged in the flesh as everyone is judged, they might live in the spirit as God does.
7The end of all things is near; therefore be serious and discipline yourselves for the sake of your prayers. 8Above all, maintain constant love for one another, for love covers a multitude of sins. 9Be hospitable to one another without complaining. 10Like good stewards of the manifold grace of God, serve one another with whatever gift each of you has received. 11Whoever speaks must do so as one speaking the very words of God; whoever serves must do so with the strength that God supplies, so that God may be glorified in all things through Jesus Christ. To him belong the glory and the power forever and ever. Amen.
 
Hear the message of Christ. Thanks be to God.
 
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 belief and principle is said
I believe in God,creator of heaven and earth,
whose love and merciful forgiveness
endures everlasting.
I believe in Christ the saviour,
whose example of love and compassion,
taught us a restored way to live, in collaborative unity with all people.
I believe in the Holy Spirit,
whose divine guidance brings
us together to be one with the Holy Trinity.   
 
9 The Prayers
Lord have mercy. 
Christ have mercy. 
God 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
Twenty-Second Sunday after Pentecost
Generous God,
Your Son has opened for us a new and living way into your presence
Give us pure hearts and steadfast wills
To worship you in spirit and in truth.
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, we thank you for your sovereign rule bringing justice and peace.
Have mercy on our world, share abundantly your peace in the hearts of all and increase in people the spirit that makes for peace. Instil in us that all races and peoples can live in harmony as members of one family.
In God we ask; 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 people and the police and defence forces that protect our country, we appreciate their contributions in providing a safe country for the people to live in.
In God we ask; 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.
In God we ask; Hear our prayer.
 
Loving God, we ask your blessing for those listed on the Anglican cycle of prayer:
The united nations
The Diocese of Kapsabet – The Anglican Church of Kenya
The Diocese of Tasmania:
The Parish of Beenleigh:
Anglicare SQ Home and Community, North Region (Townsville)
Anglican Schools Australia Management Committee and Member Schools
All Parishes seeking clergy.
All Anglican schools seeking chaplains.
All Prison Chaplaincy Ministry Teams
All people joining in this prayer offering.
In God we ask; 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.
Hebrews 13.20
Music by John Keys – Anglican Chant Canticle organ accompaniments.
A reminder disclaimer to the listener.
The readings in the podcast may include ancient and old-fashioned sayings and instructions that we do not in any way condone as in use or to be used in today’s modern world. The readings have not been modernised to reflect todays thinking, instead the readings remain from the old version of the NRSV bible. The podcast owners explicitly declare that each listener is responsible for their own actions in response to the bible readings and the podcast owners bare no responsibility in this sense.
 

Daily Anglican Prayer - Wednesday Evening – 23rd October 2024

Daily Anglican Prayer - Wednesday Evening – 23rd October 2024
Readings:
Psalm 127; 128; 129.
Daniel 4. 28-37;
Matthew 16. 1-12.
Led by Felicity Scott, a Liturgical Assistant with the Anglican Church, QLD, Australia.
The full prayer transcript is available by going to this episode on the Podcast website.
https://dailyprayeranglicanprayerbookforaustralia.podbean.com
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 rise up to live in the glory of God forever more.
Blessed be God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, Blessed be God forever.
Let us Pray.
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
127; 128; 129
 
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
Daniel 4; 28-37
28All this came upon King Nebuchadnezzar. 29At the end of twelve months he was walking on the roof of the royal palace of Babylon, 30and the king said, “Is this not magnificent Babylon, which I have built as a royal capital by my mighty power and for my glorious majesty?” 31While the words were still in the king's mouth, a voice came from heaven: “O King Nebuchadnezzar, to you it is declared: The kingdom has departed from you! 32You shall be driven away from human society, and your dwelling shall be with the animals of the field. You shall be made to eat grass like oxen, and seven times shall pass over you, until you have learned that the Most High has sovereignty over the kingdom of mortals and gives it to whom he will.” 33Immediately the sentence was fulfilled against Nebuchadnezzar. He was driven away from human society, ate grass like oxen, and his body was bathed with the dew of heaven, until his hair grew as long as eagles' feathers and his nails became like birds' claws.
Nebuchadnezzar Praises God
34When that period was over, I, Nebuchadnezzar, lifted my eyes to heaven, and my reason returned to me.
I blessed the Most High,
and praised and honored the one who lives forever.
For his sovereignty is an everlasting sovereignty,
and his kingdom endures from generation to generation.
35All the inhabitants of the earth are accounted as nothing,
and he does what he wills with the host of heaven
and the inhabitants of the earth.
There is no one who can stay his hand
or say to him, “What are you doing?”
36At that time my reason returned to me; and my majesty and splendor were restored to me for the glory of my kingdom. My counselors and my lords sought me out, I was re-established over my kingdom, and still more greatness was added to me. 37Now I, Nebuchadnezzar, praise and extol and honor the King of heaven,
for all his works are truth, and his ways are justice; and he is able to bring low
those who walk in pride.
 
Hear the word of the LORD
Thanks be to GOD
 
2nd Reading
Matthew 16. 1-12
 
1The Pharisees and Sadducees came, and to test Jesus they asked him to show them a sign from heaven. 2He answered them, “When it is evening, you say, ‘It will be fair weather, for the sky is red.’ 3And in the morning, ‘It will be stormy today, for the sky is red and threatening.’ You know how to interpret the appearance of the sky, but you cannot interpret the signs of the times.  4An evil and adulterous generation asks for a sign, but no sign will be given to it except the sign of Jonah.” Then he left them and went away.
The Yeast of the Pharisees and Sadducees
5When the disciples reached the other side, they had forgotten to bring any bread. 6Jesus said to them, “Watch out, and beware of the yeast of the Pharisees and Sadducees.” 7They said to one another, “It is because we have brought no bread.” 8And becoming aware of it, Jesus said, “You of little faith, why are you talking about having no bread? 9Do you still not perceive? Do you not remember the five loaves for the five thousand, and how many baskets you gathered? 10Or the seven loaves for the four thousand, and how many baskets you gathered? 11How could you fail to perceive that I was not speaking about bread? Beware of the yeast of the Pharisees and Sadducees!” 12Then they understood that he had not told them to beware of the yeast of bread, but of the teaching of the Pharisees and Sadducees.
 
Hear the message of Christ. Thanks be to God.
 
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 belief and principle is said
I believe in God,creator of heaven and earth,
whose love and merciful forgiveness
endures everlasting.
I believe in Christ the saviour,
whose example of love and compassion,
taught us a restored way to live, in collaborative unity with all people.
I believe in the Holy Spirit,
whose divine guidance brings
us together to be one with the Holy Trinity.
Amen.   
 
9 The Prayers
Lord have mercy. 
Christ have mercy. 
God 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
Twenty-Second Sunday after Pentecost
Generous God,
Your Son has opened for us a new and living way into your presence
Give us pure hearts and steadfast wills
To worship you in spirit and in truth.
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.
Merciful God 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.
Merciful God 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.
Merciful God; Hear our prayer.
 
Blessed God, we ask your blessing for those listed on the Anglican cycle of prayer:
The Diocese of Kanyakumari – The Church of South India (United)
The Diocese of Sydney:
The Parish of Beaudesert:
Anglicare SQ Home and Community, North Coast Region
St Francis Theological College, Milton
All Parishes seeking clergy.
All Anglican schools seeking chaplains.
All Prison ministry chaplaincy teams
All people joining in this prayer offering.
Merciful God 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
Music by John Keys – Anglican Chant Canticle organ accompaniments.
A reminder disclaimer to the listener.
The readings in the podcast may include ancient and old-fashioned sayings and instructions that we do not in any way condone as in use or to be used in today’s modern world. The readings have not been modernised to reflect todays thinking, instead the readings remain from the old version of the NRSV bible. The podcast owners explicitly declare that each listener is responsible for their own actions in response to the bible readings and the podcast owners bare no responsibility in this sense.
 

Daily Anglican Prayer - Tuesday Morning – 22nd October 2024

Daily Anglican Prayer - Tuesday Morning – 22nd October 2024
Readings:
Psalm 118. 1-18;
Ezra 7. 11-28;
1 Peter 3. 8-16.
Led by Felicity Scott, a Liturgical Assistant with the Anglican Church, 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 rise up to live in the glory of God 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.
 
The Old Testament Reading today is…
Hear the word of the Lord.
Thanks be to God.
The New Testament Reading today is…
 
Hear the message of Christ.
Thanks be to God.
 
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 belief and principle is said
I believe in God,creator of heaven and earth,
whose love and merciful forgiveness
endures everlasting.
I believe in Christ the saviour,
whose example of love and compassion,
taught us a restored way to live, in collaborative unity with all people.
I believe in the Holy Spirit,
whose divine guidance brings
us together to be one with the Holy Trinity.
 
 
9 The Prayers
Lord have mercy. 
Christ have mercy. 
God 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
Twenty-Second Sunday after Pentecost
Generous God,
Your Son has opened for us a new and living way into your presence
Give us pure hearts and steadfast wills
To worship you in spirit and in truth.
Through the same Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen
 
11 Intercessions and Thanksgivings may be made according to local custom and need.
Let us pray
Let us pray for the world and for the church.
 
Today we start our prayers by making a special Prayer dedication for Israel and Palestine:
 
Loving God, we come to you in this time of tragedy, after the sudden loss of loved ones due to the conflict in Israel and Palestine. For those who have been injured, captured, and for those whose homes have been destroyed. Father, we ask for your loving arms to embrace our brothers and sisters and grant them peace.
God of Peace. Grant our prayer
 
Loving God, we pray for a miraculous de-escalation of this dangerous conflict. Terrible things are being done, many hundreds have died, hospitals are overflowing, many are suddenly grieving. Violence is provoking violence but we pray and ask for reason to prevail and peace to be granted.
God of Peace. Grant our prayer
 
 
Loving God, as the people grapple with the severe loss, the injury and destruction that is all around them. God, we remember that you are higher than any other, we ask you to hold them in their time of anguish and uncertainty. May your presence and your compassion bring them peace.
God of Peace. Grant our prayer
 
 
Loving God, we lift up the people of Israel and Palestine. We pray for all those impacted, and we pray for active and effective peace-making. Lord we also pray for the first responders, the medical professionals, the rescue workers, and for all those who volunteered to offer a helping hand. We pray that you grant them strength and courage in the hours and days to come.
God of Peace. Grant our prayer
 
 
Loving God, we pray for all Christians in the Holy Land, that they would be your hands and feet in this time. Give them strength to love both Jews and Muslims in their time of despair. May they be your peacemakers and a witness to your faithfulness and never-ending love for all people.
God of Peace. Grant our prayer
 
Loving God, upon you we rely, and to you we turn. You do not waiver, and you do not abandon. Be with the people of Israel and Palestine in these days, and weeks ahead as they face their challenges. We bring you all these prayers and ask them in the holy name of Jesus Christ.
God of Peace. Grant our prayer
 
 
Blessed God, we ask you to please bless.
The Church of Western Kansas – The Episcopal Church
The Diocese of Rockhampton:
The Parish of Bardon:
Anglicare SQ Abri Residential Aged Care – Gold Coast (Southport)
St John’s College UQ
Bless this prayer podcast offering and all people that listen.
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
Music by John Keys – Anglican Chant Canticle organ accompaniments.
A reminder disclaimer to the listener.
The readings in the podcast may include ancient and old-fashioned sayings and instructions that we do not in any way condone as in use or to be used in today’s modern world. The readings have not been modernised to reflect todays thinking, instead the readings remain from the old version of the NRSV bible. The podcast owners explicitly declare that each listener is responsible for their own actions in response to the bible readings and the podcast owners bare no responsibility in this sense.
 

Daily Anglican Prayer - Monday Evening – 21st October 2024

Daily Anglican Prayer - Monday Evening – 21st October 2024
Readings:
Psalm 119. 129-152;
Daniel 4. 1-18;
Matthew 15. 1-20.
Led by Felicity Scott, a Liturgical Assistant with the Anglican Church, QLD, Australia.
The full prayer transcript is available by going to this episode on the Podcast website.
https://dailyprayeranglicanprayerbookforaustralia.podbean.com
Welcome to Monday Evening prayer.
We proclaim the Good News message 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 message:
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 rise up to live in the glory of God forever more.
Blessed be God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, Blessed be God forever.
Let us Pray.
 
1
May the God of hope fill us with all joy and peace in believing,
so that by the power of the Holy Spirit we may abound in hope. 
Romans 15.13  
 
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 Hope
The spirit of the Lord God is upon me: because the Lord has anointed me to bring good tidings to the afflicted. The Lord has sent me to bind up the broken-hearted: to proclaim liberty for the captives, and release for those in prison, To comfort all who mourn: to bestow on them a crown of beauty instead of ashes, The oil of gladness instead of mourning: a garment of splendour for the heavy heart. They shall be called trees of righteousness: planted for the glory of the Lord. 
Isaiah 61.1–3
  
 
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. 
 
The readings disclaimer.
The readings that follow are from the NRSV bible Old and New Testament. The bible readings are included to bring understanding of God’s relationship over time with people. The readings represent an old historic way of life and the biblical instructions contained in the readings are illustrative of old ways and are NOT to be carried out in today’s modern world. Today we use the modern legal system to bring order and justice to all people.
 
4 The Psalms as appointed. A pause is observed after each.
Psalm
 
5 At the end of the (last) pause there may follow
God who wonderfully created us and even more wonderfully restored our humanity: strengthen us by your Holy Spirit to triumph over suffering and death and grant us eternal joy; through Jesus Christ our Lord. 
Amen.
 
6 One or two Readings from the Bible as appointed.
 
1st Reading
Hear the word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.
2nd Reading
The readings may be followed by a period of silence for reflection, a hymn or
Hear the message of Christ. Thanks be to God.
 
7 The Canticle, A Song of God’s Children
In Christ Jesus, the life-giving law of the Spirit: has set us free from the law of sin and death.All who are led by the Spirit of God are children of God: It is the Spirit that enables us to cry, ‘Abba!’ Father. The Spirit bears witness that we are God’s children: and if God’s children, then heirs of God. We are heirs of God and fellow heirs with Christ:
For the creation waits with eager longing:
For the revealing of the children of God.
Romans 8.2, 14, 15, 19
 
 
8 The belief and principle is said
I believe in God,creator of heaven and earth,
whose love and merciful forgiveness
endures everlasting.
I believe in Christ the saviour,
whose example of love and compassion,
taught us a restored way to live, in collaborative unity with all people.
I believe in the Holy Spirit,
whose divine guidance, brings
us together to be one with the Holy Trinity.
 
 
9 The Prayers
Lord have mercy. 
Christ have mercy. 
God have mercy. 
 
9 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
Twenty-Second Sunday after Pentecost
Generous God,
Your Son has opened for us a new and living way into your presence
Give us pure hearts and steadfast wills
To worship you in spirit and in truth.
Through the same Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen
 
10 Intercessions and Thanksgivings may be made according to local custom and need.
Let us Pray.
 
A thankful Prayer
GOD, how great thou art.
We thank GOD for the gift of forgiveness.
We thank GOD for the gift of rebirth into new life free from the burden of all sin.
We thank GOD for the gift of Christ’s sacrifice.
We thank GOD for the gift of life on earth.
We thank GOD for the gift of our planet of abundance.
We thank GOD for the gift of our free will.
We thank GOD for the gift of our families.
We thank you GOD for the gift of your grace and presence.
Amen. 
 
God of abundance, we honour your greatness and thank you for all you give us.
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 safeguard our heritage to the honour and glory of your name.
Generous God Hear our prayer
 
Merciful God, we pray for your mercy to be given to the country of Russia, Ukraine, Palestine and Israel. We pray for your intervention, to impart peace as an initiative in the minds of all those at war across the world. We ask this in Jesus Christ’s name.
Generous God Hear our prayer
 
Loving God, we ask your blessing for those listed on the Anglican cycle of prayer:
The Diocese of Kansas – The Episcopal Church
The Diocese of Riverina:
The Parish of Barambah:
Anglicare SQ Meilene Court Retirement Village (Bundaberg)
All Saints Anglican School, Merrimac:
All Parishes seeking new clergy.
All schools seeking new chaplains.
All Prison ministry chaplaincy teams
All people joining in this prayer offering
Generous God; 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. 
  
Since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us run with perseverance the race that is set before us, looking to Jesus the pioneer and perfecter of our faith. 
Amen.
Hebrews 12.1
Music by John Keys – Anglican Chant Canticle organ accompaniments.
A reminder disclaimer to the listener.
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