PHILIP THE APOSTLE

Feast observed on Tuesday of the Eighth Week of Gracetide

Prayer of the Day
Almighty God, you built your Church upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, with Jesus Christ as the cornerstone. Join us together with Philip and all the apostles in unity of spirit and the breaking of the bread, so that we may be rightly taught, truly fed, and fully fortified as a holy temple, acceptable in your sight. We make our prayer through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, world without end. Amen.

Psalm of the Day: 119: 33-40
Old Testament Reading: Isaiah 30: 18-21
New Testament Reading: 2 Corinthians 4: 1-6
Gospel Reading: John 14: 6-14

Preface to the Eucharistic Prayer
It is indeed right and salutary
that we should at all times and in all places
offer thanks and praise to you,
O Lord, holy Father, almighty and eternal God.

You displayed the wonders of your grace in the life of the apostle Philip,
bringing him to faith in the Lord Jesus,
empowering him to give a true and faithful witness to your plan of redemption,
and calling him to martyrdom for the glory of your name.

And so, with Philip and all the saints,
and all the heavenly hosts and powers,
we join together in giving you praise
as we sing the endless hymn of your glory.