Saint Benedict, Abbot of Monte Cassino

Totila e San Benedetto

Totila e San Benedetto (King Totila of the Goths tests St Benedict), by Spinello Aretino (1350–1410). From Wikipedia.

Almighty and everlasting God, whose precepts are the wisdom of a loving Father: Enable us, after the teaching and example of thy servant Saint Benedict, to walk as one family in the excellent paths . . . → Read More: Saint Benedict, Abbot of Monte Cassino

The Rev’d Robert Ludwig, R. I. P.

It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of Fr Robert Ludwig.

Remember thy servant Robert+, O Lord, according to the favor which thou bearest unto thy people; and grant that, increasing in knowledge and love of thee, he may go from strength to strength, in the life of perfect service, . . . → Read More: The Rev’d Robert Ludwig, R. I. P.

Saint Cuthbert

Cuthbert and Ælfflaed at Coquet Island

Cuthbert meets Ælfflæd of Whitby on Coquet Island, from Bede’s Life of Cuthbert, 12th century

Almighty God, who didst call thy blessed Saint Cuthbert from following the flock to be a Shepherd and Bishop of souls: Inspire all Bishops and Pastors to tend their flocks after his pattern with gentleness and strength; that . . . → Read More: Saint Cuthbert

For the Victims of Tropical Cyclone Idai in Mozambique

Jesus Stilling the Tempest, by Gustave Doré

Jesus Stilling the Tempest (Mark iv:39) by Gustave Doré

O Lord of Hosts, who lookest on the earth, and it trembleth; who touchest the hills, and they smoke: In thy great mercy, soothe the suffering of thy servants devastated by Tropical Cyclone Idai in Mozambique. Grant peace to them that perished, and comfort . . . → Read More: For the Victims of Tropical Cyclone Idai in Mozambique

Saint Joseph, Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary

Guido Reni St Joseph with the Infant Jesus

St Joseph with the Infant Jesus, by Guido Reni (1575–1642). From Wikipediea (Web Gallery of Art)

O God, who from the family of thy servant David didst raise up Joseph to be the guardian of thine incarnate Son and the spouse of his virgin mother: Give us grace to imitate his uprightness . . . → Read More: Saint Joseph, Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary

Saint Patrick

St Patrick, Enlightener of Ireland

St Patrick, Enlightener of Ireland, shown with the shamrock he used to explain the mystery of the Holy Trinity

O God, who in thy providence didst choose thy servant Patrick to be the Apostle of the Irish people, that he might cause the light of the Gospel to shine in the world: Grant . . . → Read More: Saint Patrick

The Second Sunday in Lent

Lenten altar

Almighty God, who seest that we have no power of ourselves to help ourselves: Keep us both outwardly in our bodies, and inwardly in our souls; that we may be defended from all adversities which may happen to the body, and from all evil thoughts which may assault and hurt the soul; through Jesus . . . → Read More: The Second Sunday in Lent

Spring (Lenten) Ember Days: III

Sebastiaan Vrancx (studio) Spring

Spring, by the studio of Sebastiaan Vrancx (1573–1647). From Wikipedia.

O God, who didst lead thy holy apostles to ordain ministers in every place: Grant that thy Church, under the guidance of the Holy Spirit, may choose suitable men for the ministry of Word and Sacrament, and may uphold them in their . . . → Read More: Spring (Lenten) Ember Days: III

Choral Mattins for the Feast of Saint Patrick

Sunday, 17 March 2018, at 11.00 AM

Mattins is an Anglican morning prayer service which draws from the monastic offices Matins, Lauds and Prime. Historically, Mattins was the main Sunday morning service on most Sundays in all Anglican parishes, with Holy Communion being celebrated after Mattins or Evensong, typically on the first Sunday . . . → Read More: Choral Mattins for the Feast of Saint Patrick

Spring (Lenten) Ember Days: II

Sebastiaan Vrancx (studio) Spring

Spring, by the studio of Sebastiaan Vrancx (1573–1647). From Wikipedia.

O Almighty God, who hast committed to the hands of men the ministry of reconciliation: We humbly beseech thee, by the inspiration of thy Holy Spirit, to put it into the hearts of many to offer themselves for this ministry; that thereby . . . → Read More: Spring (Lenten) Ember Days: II