Blessed Lord,
who hast caused all holy Scriptures to be written for our learning;
Grant that we may in such wise hear them,
read, mark, learn and inwardly digest them,
that by patience, and comfort of thy holy Word,
we may embrace, and ever hold fast
the blessed hope of everlasting life,
which thou hast given us in our Saviour Jesus Christ.
Collect Two
Blessed Lord,
who caused all holy Scriptures to be written for our learning:
Help us to hear them,
to read, mark, learn and inwardly digest them
that, through patience, and the comfort of your holy word,
we may embrace and for ever hold fast
the blessed hope of everlasting life,
which you have given us in our Saviour Jesus Christ.
God of all grace,
your Son Jesus Christ fed the hungry
with the bread of his life and the word of his kingdom.
Renew your people with your heavenly grace,
and in all our weakness
sustain us by your true and living bread,
who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,one God, now and for ever.
Collect Of The Word
Holy God,
our righteous judge,
daily your mercy surprises us with everlasting forgiveness.
Strengthen our hope in you,
and grant that all the peoples of the earth
may find their glory in you,
through Jesus Christ,
our Saviour and Lord.
Suggested Hymns
An asterisk (*) before the hymn number indicates that the hymn has been recorded for use in public worship by the Recorded Church Music Committee.
Joel 2: 23-32
*10 - All my hope on God is founded *293 - Breathe on me, Breath of God 302 - Lord God the Holy Ghost *306 - O Spirit of the living God *457 - Pour out thy Spirit from on high 539 - Rejoice, O land, in God thy might 71 - Saviour, again to thy dear name we raise *313 - The Spirit came, as promised *S158 - We shall go out with hope of resurrection
Psalm 65
*612 - Eternal Father, strong to save *645 - Father, hear the prayer we offer *42 - Good is the Lord, our heavenly King *581 - I, the Lord of sea and sky *709 - Praise the Lord! You heavens, adore him
2 Timothy 4: 6-8, 16-18
*218 - And can it be that I should gain *643 - Be thou my vision, O Lord of my heart *566 - Fight the good fight with all thy might! *459 - For all the saints, who from their labours rest *567 - Forth in thy name, O Lord, I go *478 - Go forth and tell! O Church of God, awake! *631 - God be in my head *668 - God is our fortress and our rock *647 - Guide me, O thou great Jehovah S62 - I'm gonna jump up and down 579 - I want to walk as a child of the light *584 - Jesus calls us! O'er the tumult 589 - Lord, speak to me, that I may speak 277 - Love's redeeming work is done *361 - Now thank we all our God *S107 - O Church arise, and put your armour on *457 - Pour out thy Spirit from on high *487 - Soldiers of Christ, arise *599 - Take up thy cross', the Saviour said *662 - Those who would valour see (He who would valiant be) *373 - To God be the glory! *376 - Ye holy angels bright *492 - Ye servants of God, your Master proclaim *493 - Ye that know the Lord is gracious
Luke 18: 9-14
*215 - Ah, holy Jesus, how hast thou offended *250 - All hail the power of Jesu's name 684 - All praise to thee, for thou, O King divine *642 - Amazing grace (how sweet the sound!) *218 - And can it be that I should gain *630 - Blessed are the pure in heart *294 - Come down, O Love divine *696 - God, we praise you! God, we bless you! *553 - Jesus, lover of my soul *587 - Just as I am, without one plea *358 - King of glory, King of peace 554 - Lord Jesus, think on me *102 - Name of all majesty 214 - O Love, how deep, how broad, how high! *S112 - O merciful Creator, hear *366 - Praise, my soul, the King of heaven *108 - Praise to the Holiest in the height 506 - Pray that Jerusalem may have *712 - Tell out, my soul, the greatness of the Lord *S162 - When peace, like a river, attendeth my way *493 - Ye that know the Lord is gracious
Principal Service Paired
Collect One
Blessed Lord,
who hast caused all holy Scriptures to be written for our learning;
Grant that we may in such wise hear them,
read, mark, learn and inwardly digest them,
that by patience, and comfort of thy holy Word,
we may embrace, and ever hold fast
the blessed hope of everlasting life,
which thou hast given us in our Saviour Jesus Christ.
Collect Two
Blessed Lord,
who caused all holy Scriptures to be written for our learning:
Help us to hear them,
to read, mark, learn and inwardly digest them
that, through patience, and the comfort of your holy word,
we may embrace and for ever hold fast
the blessed hope of everlasting life,
which you have given us in our Saviour Jesus Christ.
God of all grace,
your Son Jesus Christ fed the hungry
with the bread of his life and the word of his kingdom.
Renew your people with your heavenly grace,
and in all our weakness
sustain us by your true and living bread,
who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,one God, now and for ever.
Collect Of The Word
Holy God,
our righteous judge,
daily your mercy surprises us
with everlasting forgiveness.
Strengthen our hope in you,
and grant that all peoples of the earth
may find their glory in you,
through Jesus Christ, our Saviour and Lord.
Suggested Hymns
An asterisk (*) before the hymn number indicates that the hymn has been recorded for use in public worship by the Recorded Church Music Committee.
Sirach 35: 12-17
*597 - Take my life, and let it be
Jeremiah 14: 7-10, 19-22
*319 - Father of heaven, whose love profound *637 - O for a closer walk with God *537 - O God, our help in ages past
Psalm 84: 1-7
*400 - And now, O Father, mindful of the love 333 - How lovely are thy dwellings fair! *S54 - How lovely is your dwelling place *95 - Jesus, priceless treasure *425 - Jesus, thou joy of loving hearts *360 - Let all the world in every corner sing *634 - Love divine, all loves excelling 620 - O Lord, hear my prayer *487 - Soldiers of Christ, arise 342 - Sweet is the solemn voice that calls *343 - We love the place, O God
2 Timothy 4: 6-8, 16-18
*218 - And can it be that I should gain *643 - Be thou my vision, O Lord of my heart *566 - Fight the good fight with all thy might! *459 - For all the saints, who from their labours rest *567 - Forth in thy name, O Lord, I go *478 - Go forth and tell! O Church of God, awake! *631 - God be in my head *668 - God is our fortress and our rock *647 - Guide me, O thou great Jehovah S62 - I'm gonna jump up and down 579 - I want to walk as a child of the light *584 - Jesus calls us! O'er the tumult 589 - Lord, speak to me, that I may speak 277 - Love's redeeming work is done *361 - Now thank we all our God *S107 - O Church arise, and put your armour on *457 - Pour out thy Spirit from on high *487 - Soldiers of Christ, arise *599 - Take up thy cross', the Saviour said *662 - Those who would valour see (He who would valiant be) *373 - To God be the glory! *376 - Ye holy angels bright *492 - Ye servants of God, your Master proclaim *493 - Ye that know the Lord is gracious
Luke 18: 9-14
*215 - Ah, holy Jesus, how hast thou offended *250 - All hail the power of Jesu's name 684 - All praise to thee, for thou, O King divine *642 - Amazing grace (how sweet the sound!) *218 - And can it be that I should gain *630 - Blessed are the pure in heart *294 - Come down, O Love divine *696 - God, we praise you! God, we bless you! *553 - Jesus, lover of my soul *587 - Just as I am, without one plea *358 - King of glory, King of peace 554 - Lord Jesus, think on me *102 - Name of all majesty 214 - O Love, how deep, how broad, how high! *S112 - O merciful Creator, hear *366 - Praise, my soul, the King of heaven *108 - Praise to the Holiest in the height 506 - Pray that Jerusalem may have *712 - Tell out, my soul, the greatness of the Lord *S162 - When peace, like a river, attendeth my way *493 - Ye that know the Lord is gracious
Second Service
Collect One
Blessed Lord,
who hast caused all holy Scriptures to be written for our learning;
Grant that we may in such wise hear them,
read, mark, learn and inwardly digest them,
that by patience, and comfort of thy holy Word,
we may embrace, and ever hold fast
the blessed hope of everlasting life,
which thou hast given us in our Saviour Jesus Christ.
Collect Two
Blessed Lord,
who caused all holy Scriptures to be written for our learning:
Help us to hear them,
to read, mark, learn and inwardly digest them
that, through patience, and the comfort of your holy word,
we may embrace and for ever hold fast
the blessed hope of everlasting life,
which you have given us in our Saviour Jesus Christ.
God of all grace,
your Son Jesus Christ fed the hungry
with the bread of his life and the word of his kingdom.
Renew your people with your heavenly grace,
and in all our weakness
sustain us by your true and living bread,
who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,one God, now and for ever.
Suggested Hymns
An asterisk (*) before the hymn number indicates that the hymn has been recorded for use in public worship by the Recorded Church Music Committee.
Psalm 119: 1-16
*630 - Blessed are the pure in heart *649 - Happy are they, they that love God *383 - Lord, be thy word my rule *384 - Lord, thy word abideth 638 - O for a heart to praise my God *601 - Teach me, my God and King
Ecclesiastes 11 & 12
*62 - Abide with me, fast falls the eventide *396 - According to thy gracious word *51 - Awake, my soul, and with the sun *613 - Eternal light, shine in my heart *6 - Immortal, invisible, God only wise *586 - Just as I am, thine own to be *59 - New every morning is the love *362 - O God, beyond all praising *537 - O God, our help in ages past 538 - O Lord, the clouds are gathering *601 - Teach me, my God and King *47 - We plough the fields, and scatter *680 - Will your anchor hold in the storms of life
2 Timothy 2: 1-7
*566 - Fight the good fight with all thy might! *459 - For all the saints, who from their labours rest *484 - Lift high the cross, the love of Christ proclaim *659 - Onward, Christian soldiers *457 - Pour out thy Spirit from on high *487 - Soldiers of Christ, arise *488 - Stand up, stand up for Jesus *662 - Those who would valour see (He who would valiant be) *661 - Through the night of doubt and sorrow
‡ Matthew 22: 34-46
*515 - A new commandment I give unto you *250 - All hail the power of Jesu's name *517 - Brother, sister, let me serve you 520 - God is love, and where true love is, God himself is there *125 - Hail to the Lord's anointed *523 - Help us to help each other, Lord *S65 - In the heart where love is abiding, God is in that heart *495 - Jesu, Jesu, fill us with your love *525 - Let there be love shared among us *594 - O Lord of creation, to you be all praise! *281 - Rejoice, the Lord is King! *597 - Take my life, and let it be
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