O Lord, open our lips;
And our mouth shall proclaim your praise.
Opening Sentance
Because they have set their love upon me, I will deliver them, says the Lord; I will uphold them because they know my name. . . . .Psalm 91:14.
Christ feeds the flock in every age:
O come, let us worship.
Psalm 112
- Praise the Lord. Blessed are those who fear the Lord;
and greatly delight in God's commandments. - Their descendants will be mighty in the land;
the children of the upright will be blessed. - Riches and plenty shall fill their houses;
righteousness shall be theirs for ever. - They are a light in the darkness for the upright;
being gracious compassionate and just. - It goes well with those who are generous in lending;
who conduct their affairs with justice. - For the righteous will never be shaken;
they will be kept in remembrance for ever. - They will not live in fear of bad news;
because with steadfast heart they trust in the Lord. - Their heart is steady they will not fear;
in the end they shall see their enemies downfall. - They give freely to the poor;
their righteousness stand for ever,
and they will hold up their head with honour. - The wicked will be vexed when they see it;
they will grind their teeth and slink away,
for the hopes of the wicked shall come to nothing.
Prayer
The night has passed and the day lies open before us;
let us pray with one heart and mind:
( Silence may be kept)
As we rejoice in the gift of this new day,
so may the light of your presence, O God,
set our hearts on fire with love for you;
now and for ever.
Amen.