Tag Archives: Book of Common Prayer

Daily Prayer Podcasts For Lent

One of the ways I am observing Lent this year is listening to daily prayer podcasts. There are so many to choose from these days, I thought it could be helpful to share my favorites.

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Prayers For The Election

The Book of Common Prayer of the Episcopal Church has prayers for almost every occasion, including a prayer “For an Election.” Almighty God, to whom we must account for all our powers and privileges: Guide the  people of the United … Continue reading

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Prayers For The People Of Aurora

In times of true tragedy, I turn to the Bible and the Episcopalian Book of Common Prayer. I find that the words express what I want to say, and what I need to hear. From the Prayers of the People: … Continue reading

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Sunday Supper

Our Sunday church service is centered around Holy Communion. As outlined in the Book of Common Prayer, we hear the Word of God (readings from the Bible), listen to a sermon, affirm our faith by reciting the Nicene Creed, offer … Continue reading

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Satisfied With Good Things

Psalm 103 is a standard part of the Ash Wednesday service in the Episcopalian Book of Common Prayer. The whole Psalm is very powerful, but when we said the Psalm on Wednesday, I was struck most by the first section : … Continue reading

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