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The Sixth Sunday after Trinity

O God, who hast prepared for those who love thee such good things as pass man’s understanding: Pour into our hearts such love toward thee, that we, loving thee above all things, may obtain thy promises, which exceed all that we can desire; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Independence Day

O Eternal God, through whose mighty power our fathers won their liberties of old: Grant, we beseech thee, that we and all the people of this land may have grace to maintain these liberties in righteousness and peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Bring back hypocrisy—the tribute vice pays to virtue!

The ugly pandemic of scandals afflicting Washington provides a timely reminder that our political masters and mistresses are not entirely to be trusted. Indeed, lies seem to trip as smoothly off their tongues as the truth—perhaps even more so.

But, then, politicians have never been held in particular high esteem here in the United States. . . . → Read More: Bring back hypocrisy—the tribute vice pays to virtue!

The Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary

¶ The modern observance of this feast is on May 31.:

Father in heaven, by whose grace the virgin mother of thine incarnate Son was blessed in bearing him, but still more blessed in keeping thy word: Grant us who honour the exaltation of her lowliness to follow the example of her devotion to thy . . . → Read More: The Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary

Special Silly Summer Barbecue

Wednesday, July 3rd, 6:30 PM

Yes, you can have it all. You can join us for our weekly Silly Summer Supper and enjoy a long Fourth of July Weekend with your family too.

Come, join us! Delicious Barbecued Chicken, Coleslaw, and Potato Salad.

Stay for a friendly game of Bingo after dinner and there . . . → Read More: Special Silly Summer Barbecue

The Most Precious Blood of Our Lord Jesus Christ

Almighty and everlasting God, who didst appoint thine only–begotten Son to be the Redeemer of the world, and didst vouchsafe to be appeased by his Blood: grant, we beseech thee, that by our solemn service, we may so venerate the Price of our redemption, and by its power be so defended from the evils of . . . → Read More: The Most Precious Blood of Our Lord Jesus Christ

The Sermon for Sunday June 30th – Trinity V

Here is the sermon for Sunday June 30th: Trinity 5, 2013

This Week’s Newsletter

Here is this week’s newsletter: St. Stephen’s News XXIV No 25

Neo-pagans hijacking hospital chaplaincies

St Stephen’s is one of the relatively few “mainline” churches in the area that still maintains an active ministry in the wider Baltimore community. We provide pastoral care at retirement communities, assisted living facilities, hospitals, nursing homes, and hospices. We also serve as chaplains for local clubs and organizations, including the Navy League and the . . . → Read More: Neo-pagans hijacking hospital chaplaincies

The Fifth Sunday after Trinity

Grant, O Lord, we beseech thee, that the course of this world may be so peaceably ordered by thy governance, that thy Church may joyfully serve thee in all godly quietness; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.