International Women’s Day

Peter von Cornelius The Three Marys at the Tomb

O Lord Jesus Christ, who hast given us a wonderful example of faith and obedience in the person of thy blessed Mother Mary: Grant us to see her image in all women, that we should treat them with honor and respect; and likewise vouchsafe to endow all women with the strength and courage of thy . . . → Read More: International Women’s Day

For the Awakening of the Force of Righteousness

The Pilgrim's Progress by Byam Shaw

Within Sight of the City to Which They Went, from The Pilgrim’s Progress, illustrated by Byam Shaw (1872–1919).

Inspired by the premiere of Star Wars: The Force Awakens and by the Choirmaster-Organist’s post-service voluntary, “Atrio solii”, a tour–de–force transcription of the final cue from John Williams’s score for Star Wars: A New Hope . . . → Read More: For the Awakening of the Force of Righteousness

International Women’s Day

Peter von Cornelius The Three Marys at the Tomb

The Three Marys at the Tomb by Peter von Cornelius (1783–1867)

O Lord Jesus Christ, who hast given us a wonderful example of faith and obedience in the person of thy blessed Mother Mary: Grant us to see her image in all women, that we should treat them with honor and respect; and . . . → Read More: International Women’s Day

For a Sports Team (such as the Ravens…)

Raven (Plate CI) from Birds of America by John James Audubon

A week and a half ago, we published a Collect for the Ravens, in anticipation of their glorious win during the AFC Championship game with the New England Patriots. We’ll publish it again Sunday, as we cheer our team on during . . . → Read More: For a Sports Team (such as the Ravens…)

A Collect for Towel Day

Towel Day, May 25th, commemorates the life and work of Douglas Adams. This collect was first used on Sunday, May 27th, the Feast of Pentecost.

O Lord our God, Ruler of the Universe, whose angels tell us to fear not, nor be dismayed: We beseech thee that we may always know the presence of thy . . . → Read More: A Collect for Towel Day

A Collect for a Sports Team

This collect was originally written in anticipation of the Ravens’ participation in the Playoffs on Sunday, 22 January 2012, and it was used at all three services that day. It is reproduced here in a more generic form, suitable for use for any team in any sport.

Raven (Plate CI) from Birds . . . → Read More: A Collect for a Sports Team