Propers for the Epiphany Season

While Epiphanytide continues the celebration of the incarnation of the Son/Word, this season following Christmastide distinctly includes reflection on the deep meaning of the healing miracles of Jesus during his early ministry among his people. These miracles, themselves epiphanies (manifestations) of the incarnation of God's only-begotten Son, are revelations of God's desire to heal/reconcile sinful humanity unto the throne of grace and salvation.

Please scroll down to the bottom of this post in order to obtain all of the propers for Epiphanytide!

May the Lord bless you and your loved ones through this holy season.

Blessings,
+Mar Martin


The Epiphany: Manifestation of Christ to the Gentiles
[7 January 2007]

Prayer:
Almighty Father, by the light of a star, you manifested your only-begotten Son to the peoples of the earth. We are grateful for the gift of your Spirit, through whom we have the eyes of faith to behold your Son as the Lord of heaven and earth. Help us to follow him unto the light of your everlasting glory. We ask this through your incarnate Word, Christ Jesus our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Corpus of Lectionary Citations:

Torah or History:
Numbers 24: 15-19
1 Kings 13: 1-10

Psalm 98: 7-9

Wisdom:
Psalm 4
Psalm 96: 10-13
Psalm 97: 1-5

Prophets:
Isaiah 60: 1-6
Jeremiah 30: 21-22

Deuterocanonical:
Wisdom 7:27--8:1; 18: 1-4

Apostolic Epistle:
Ephesians 3: 1-6
1 Timothy 3:16

Apostolic Account:
Acts 26: 12-23
Revelation 22: 1-5

Gospel:
Matthew 2: 1-12

Proposed Readings for the Divine Liturgy:

Years A, B, and C
Isaiah 60: 1-6
Psalm 98: 7-9
1 Timothy 3:16
Matthew 2: 1-12

Post-Communion Prayer:
Gracious Father, we are ever grateful for the gift of your incarnate Word. From this eucharist send us forth as joyful messengers of your saving goodness. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.


Monday after the Epiphany: The Holy Innocents of Bethlehem
[8 January 2007]

Prayer:
Almighty Father, on this day we remember the slaughter of the Holy Innocents of Bethlehem. Graciously receive all innocent victims into the consoling embrace of your arms of mercy. Through the power of your Spirit, frustrate the designs of evil tyrants and establish your rule of justice, love, and peace. We ask through your Son, your incarnate Word, Christ Jesus our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Proposed Readings for the Divine Liturgy:

Years A, B, and C
Jeremiah 31: 15-17
Psalm 121
Revelation 6: 9-11
Matthew 2: 13-23

Post-Communion Prayer:
Gracious Father, we are ever grateful for the gift of your incarnate Word. From this eucharist send us forth as joyful messengers of your saving goodness. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.


2 Epiphany: The Holy Family
[14 January 2007]

Prayer:
Almighty Father, through his life in an earthly home at Nazareth, your Son hallowed the life of every family. Through the power of your Spirit, unite all families in love and respect, and preserve the Church as the unique family dedicated to knowing, loving, and serving you faithfully, until that great day in which you call us home unto yourself. We ask this through your incarnate Word, Christ Jesus our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Corpus of Lectionary Citations:

Torah or History:
Genesis 12: 1-3
Genesis 28: 10-16

Psalm 128:1-5

Wisdom:
Proverbs 17:6
Proverbs 19: 7, 13-14, 26

Prophets:
Amos 3: 1-2
Zechariah 14: 16-19

Deuterocanonical:
Sirach (Ecclesiasticus) 3: 1-16

Apostolic Epistle:
Ephesians 6: 1-9
Colossians 3: 12-21

Apostolic Account:
Acts 3: 24-26
Revelation 21: 9-14

Gospel:
Luke 2: 41-52

Proposed Readings for the Divine Liturgy:

Years A, B, and C
Genesis 12: 1-3
Psalm 128: 1-5
Colossians 3: 12-21
Luke 2: 41-52

Post-Communion Prayer:
Gracious Father, we are ever grateful for the gift of your incarnate Word. From this eucharist send us forth as joyful messengers of your saving goodness. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.


3 Epiphany: The Baptism of Jesus
[21 January 2007]

Prayer:
Almighty Father, in the waters of the Jordan, you revealed your beloved Son in both his oneness with you and his oneness with humanity. Through the power of your Spirit, draw us ever more fully into his divine life, which cleanses and frees us from sin and death. We ask this through your incarnate Word, Christ Jesus our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Corpus of Lectionary Citations:

Torah or History:
Exodus 15: 22-27
Exodus 17: 1-7
Numbers 8: 5-13

Psalm 29: 1-4, 9-10

Wisdom:
Psalm 95: 8-9

Prophets:
Isaiah 42: 1-4
Isaiah 42: 5-9
Isaiah 55: 1-3

Deuterocanonical:
Wisdom 11: 1-14

Apostolic Epistle:
1 John 5: 1-4
1 John 5: 5-12

Apostolic Account:
Acts 10: 34-43
Acts 13: 16-25
Revelation 22: 16-17

Gospel:
Matthew 3: 1-17
Mark 1: 1-11
Luke 3: 1-22

Proposed Readings for the Divine Liturgy:

Year A (2008)
Isaiah 42: 1-4 [and 5-9]
Psalm 29: 1-4, 9-10
Acts 10: 34-43
Matthew 3: 1-17

Year B (2009)
Isaiah 42: [1-4 and] 5-9
Psalm 29: 1-4, 9-10
Acts 13: 16-25
Mark 1: 1-11

Year C (2007)
Isaiah 55: 1-3
Psalm 29: 1-4, 9-10
Revelation 22: 16-17
Luke 3: 1-22

Post-Communion Prayer:
Gracious Father, we are ever grateful for the gift of your incarnate Word. From this eucharist send us forth as joyful messengers of your saving goodness. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.


4 Epiphany: The Wedding at Cana
[28 January 2007]

Prayer:
Almighty Father, your Spirit manifested your glory and led many to faith through the miracles of your Son. As we recall the wedding at Cana, transform us through your Son's compassion and love, so that our lives may become inseparable from his. We ask this through your incarnate Word, Christ Jesus our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Corpus of Lectionary Citations:

Torah or History:
Genesis 2: 18-25
Leviticus 20: 8-27
Deuteronomy 22:22--23:1; 24: 1-4

Psalm 96: 1-3, 7-10

Wisdom:
Song of Songs 2: 8-17
Song of Songs 4: 1-15
Song of Songs 8: 5-7

Prophets:
Isaiah 62: 1-5
Ezekiel 16
Hosea 2: 4-22; 3: 1-5

Deuterocanonical:
Tobit 8: 4-7

Apostolic Epistle:
1 Corinthians 13: 1-13
Ephesians 5: 21-33

Apostolic Account:
Revelation 17: 1-18
Revelation 18: 1-8

Gospel:
John 2: 1-12

Proposed Readings for the Divine Liturgy:

Years A, B, and C
Isaiah 62: 1-5
Psalm 96: 1-3, 7-10
1 Corinthians 13: 1-13
John 2: 1-12

Post-Communion Prayer:
Gracious Father, we are ever grateful for the gift of your incarnate Word. From this eucharist send us forth as joyful messengers of your saving goodness. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.


Rubrical Principles for the Latter Sundays of Epiphany

(1) This portion of the Epiphanytide lectionary is comprised of readings that focus on the gospel miracles occurring after the wedding at Cana and prior to the transfiguration of Jesus. These miracles constitute various epiphanies of the incarnate Word of God and thus are appropriately included in the spiritual reflections of the incarnational cycle.

(2) As the number of available latter Epiphanytide propers exceeds the greatest possible number of Sundays that follow the 4th Sunday after Epiphany (Cana Sunday), the pastors of the local churches may select from the available optional propers of Epiphany 5-14 those propers needed to cover the Sundays between the 4th Sunday after Epiphany (Cana Sunday) and the Last Sunday after Epiphany (Transfiguration Sunday), in order to meet the perceived needs of their local churches.

(3) However, the latter Epiphanytide propers must be selected and utilized sequentially. For example, if in a given liturgical year there are only two Sundays between Cana Sunday and Transfiguration Sunday, and if the pastor should select the optional proper for Epiphany 8 for use on the 5th Sunday after Epiphany, then the propers for Epiphany 9-14 would be available for selection for the 6th Sunday after Epiphany.


Optional Epiphany 5: "The Cure of Peter's Mother-in-Law"

Prayer:
Almighty Father, your Spirit manifested your glory and led many to faith through the miracles of your Son. As we recall the cure of Peter's mother-in-law, transform us through your Son's compassion and love, so that our lives may become inseparable from his life and goodness. We ask this through your incarnate Word, Christ Jesus our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Corpus of Lectionary Citations:

Torah or History:
Leviticus 26: 13-17
Deuteronomy 28: 1-14
Deuteronomy 28: 15-35

Psalm 107: 1-3

Wisdom:
Job 7: 1-7
Psalm 146
Psalm 147: 1-6

Prophets:
Isaiah 49: 8-11
Isaiah 62: 6-9

Deuterocanonical:
2 Maccabees 15: 20-24

Apostolic Epistle:
Hebrews 2: 1-4

Apostolic Account:
Acts 28: 7-10

Gospel:
Matthew 8: 14-15
Mark 1: 29-31
Luke 4: 38-39

Proposed Readings for the Divine Liturgy:

Year A (2008)
Leviticus 26: 13-17
Psalm 107: 1-3
Acts 28: 7-10
Matthew 8: 14-15

Year B (2009)
Job 7: 1-7
Psalm 107: 1-3
Acts 28: 7-10
Mark 1: 29-31

Year C (2007)
Deuteronomy 28: 15-27
Psalm 107: 1-3
Acts 28: 7-10
Luke 4: 38-39

Post-Communion Prayer:
Gracious Father, we are ever grateful for the gift of your incarnate Word. From this eucharist send us forth as joyful messengers of your saving goodness. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.


Optional Epiphany 6: "The Cure of a Leper"

Prayer:
Almighty Father, your Spirit manifested your glory and led many to faith through the miracles of your Son. As we recall the cure of the leper, transform us through your Son's compassion and love, so that our lives may become inseparable from his life and goodness. We ask this through your incarnate Word, Christ Jesus our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Corpus of Lectionary Citations:

Torah or History:
Leviticus 13: 1-17
Leviticus 13: 40-46
Leviticus 14: 1-32
2 Kings 5: 1-19

Psalm 107: 4-9

Wisdom:
Psalm 32: 1-2, 5, 11
Job 30: 16-19

Prophets:
Isaiah 3:18--4:1

Deuterocanonical:
Wisdom 17: 1-14

Apostolic Epistle:
James 3: 6-12
James 4: 11-12
James 5: 13-15

Apostolic Account:
Acts 19: 11-12

Gospel:
Matthew 8: 1-4
Mark 1: 40-45
Luke 5: 12-19

Proposed Readings for the Divine Liturgy:

Year A (2008)
Leviticus 13: 1-17 [or 2 Kings 5: 1-19]
Psalm 107: 4-9
Acts 19: 11-12
Matthew 8: 1-4

Year B (2009)
Leviticus 13: 40-46 [or 2 Kings 5: 1-19]
Psalm 107: 4-9
Acts 19: 11-12
Mark 1: 40-45

Year C (2007)
Leviticus 14: 1-32 [or 2 Kings 5: 1-19]
Psalm 107: 4-9
Acts 19: 11-12
Luke 5: 12-19

Post-Communion Prayer:
Gracious Father, we are ever grateful for the gift of your incarnate Word. From this eucharist send us forth as joyful messengers of your saving goodness. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.


Optional Epiphany 7: "Jesus Heals the Paralytic at Capernaum"

Prayer:
Almighty Father, your Spirit manifested your glory and led many to faith through the miracles of your Son. As we recall the cure of the paralytic at Capernaum, transform us through your Son's compassion and love, so that our lives may become inseparable from his life and goodness. We ask this through your incarnate Word, Christ Jesus our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Corpus of Lectionary Citations:

Torah or History:
Exodus 15: 25b-26
Psalm 107: 10-13

Wisdom:
Psalm 6: 1-4
Psalm 41: 2-5, 13-14
Job 5: 17-27

Prophets:
Isaiah 43: 18-21

Deuterocanonical:
Sirach (Ecclesiasticus) 43: 1-5

Apostolic Epistle:
1 Peter 2:24

Apostolic Account:
Acts 8: 4-8
Acts 9: 32-35

Gospel:
Matthew 9: 1-8
Mark 2: 1-12
Luke 5: 17-26

Proposed Readings for the Divine Liturgy:

Year A (2008)
Isaiah 43: 18-21
Psalm 107: 10-13
Acts 8: 4-8
Matthew 9: 1-8

Year B (2009)
Isaiah 43: 18-21
Psalm 107: 10-13
Acts 9: 32-35
Mark 2: 1-12

Year C (2007)
Isaiah 43: 18-21
Psalm 107: 10-13
Acts 8: 4-8 or Acts 9: 32-35
Luke 5: 17-26

Post-Communion Prayer:
Gracious Father, we are ever grateful for the gift of your incarnate Word. From this eucharist send us forth as joyful messengers of your saving goodness. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.


Optional Epiphany 8: "Jesus Heals the Man with the Shriveled Hand"

Prayer:
Almighty Father, your Spirit manifested your glory and led many to faith through the miracles of your Son. As we recall the cure of the man with a shriveled hand, transform us through your Son's compassion and love, so that our lives may become inseparable from his life and goodness. We ask this through your incarnate Word, Christ Jesus our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Corpus of Lectionary Citations:

Torah or History:
Exodus 22: 25-27
2 Chronicles 30: 7-9
Nehemiah 9: 16-17

Psalm 107: 14-16

Wisdom:
Psalm 40: 1-5
Psalm 103: 1-5, 19-22

Prophets:
Isaiah 6: 9-10
Jeremiah 17: 14-15

Deuterocanonical:
2 Maccabees 10: 1-8

Apostolic Epistle:
Colossians 1:24--2:3

Apostolic Account:
Acts 8: 9-13

Gospel:
Matthew 12: 9-13
Mark 3: 1-6
Luke 5: 17-26

Proposed Readings for the Divine Liturgy:

Year A (2008)
Exodus 22: 25-27
Psalm 107: 14-16
Acts 8: 9-13
Matthew 12: 9-13

Year B (2009)
2 Chronicles 30: 7-9
Psalm 107: 14-16
Acts 8: 9-13
Mark 3: 1-6

Year C (2007)
Isaiah 6: 9-10
Psalm 107: 14-16
Acts 8: 9-13
Luke 5: 17-26

Post-Communion Prayer:
Gracious Father, we are ever grateful for the gift of your incarnate Word. From this eucharist send us forth as joyful messengers of your saving goodness. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.


Optional Epiphany 9: "The Cure of the Officer's Son/Slave"

Prayer:
Almighty Father, your Spirit manifested your glory and led many to faith through the miracles of your Son. As we recall the cure of the officer's son/slave, transform us through your Son's compassion and love, so that our lives may become inseparable from his life and goodness. We ask this through your incarnate Word, Christ Jesus our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Corpus of Lectionary Citations:

Torah or History:
1 Kings 8: 41-43
Nehemiah 9: 16-17

Psalm 107:20-22

Wisdom:
Psalm 30: 31-3
Proverbs 12:18

Prophets:
Isaiah 19: 22-23
Jeremiah 30:17

Deuterocanonical:
Sirach (Ecclesiasticus) 45: 1-5

Apostolic Epistle:
Galatians 1: 1-10

Apostolic Account:
Acts 3: 1-10
Acts 4: 5-22

Gospel:
Matthew 8: 5-13
Luke 7: 1-10
John 4: 46-54

Proposed Readings for the Divine Liturgy:

Year A (2008)
1 Kings 8: 41-43 [or Nehemiah 9:16-17]
Psalm 107: 20-22
Galatians 1: 1-10
Matthew 8: 5-13

Year B (2009)
1 Kings 8: 41-43 [or Nehemiah 9: 16-17]
Psalm 107: 20-22
Acts 3: 1-10
John 4: 46-54

Year C (2007)
1 Kings 8: 41-43 [or Nehemiah 9: 16-17]
Psalm 107: 20-22
Acts 4: 5-22
Luke 7: 1-10

Post-Communion Prayer:
Gracious Father, we are ever grateful for the gift of your incarnate Word. From this eucharist send us forth as joyful messengers of your saving goodness. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.


Optional Epiphany 10: "Jesus Calms the Storm"

Prayer:
Almighty Father, your Spirit manifested your glory and led many to faith through the miracles of your Son. As we recall Jesus calming the storm, transform us through your Son's compassion and love, so that our lives may become inseparable from his life and goodness. We ask this through your incarnate Word, Christ Jesus our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Corpus of Lectionary Citations:

Torah or History:
Exodus 15: 22-25
Psalm 107: 26-32

Wisdom:
Psalm 44: 1-3
Psalm 46: 1-3

Prophets:
Jonah 1: 1-16
Jeremiah 51: 15-16
Lamentations 2:13

Deuterocanonical:
Sirach (Ecclesiasticus) 45: 6-22

Apostolic Epistle:
1 Corinthians 12: 27-29

Apostolic Account:
Revelation 7: 1-4
Revelation 18: 16-20

Gospel:
Matthew 8: 23-27
Mark 4: 35-41
Luke 8: 22-25

Proposed Readings for the Divine Liturgy:

Year A (2008)
Jonah 1: 1-16
Psalm 107: 26-32
1 Corinthians 12: 27-29
Matthew 8:23-27

Year B (2006)
Jeremiah 51: 15-16
Psalm 107: 26-32
Revelation 7: 1-4
Mark 4: 35-41

Year C (2007)
Lamentations 2:13
Psalm 107: 26-32
Revelation 18: 16-20
Luke 8: 22-25

Post-Communion Prayer:
Gracious Father, we are ever grateful for the gift of your incarnate Word. From this eucharist send us forth as joyful messengers of your saving goodness. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.


Epiphany Optional Proper 11: "Jesus Expels Demons"

Prayer:
Almighty Father, your Spirit manifested your glory and led many to faith through the miracles of your Son. As we recall Jesus liberating people from demons, transform us through your Son's compassion and love, so that our lives may become inseparable from his life and goodness. We ask this through your incarnate Word, Christ Jesus our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Corpus of Lectionary Citations:

Torah or History:
Deuteronomy 32: 1-6, 16-18
Deuteronomy 32: 39-41
Deuteronomy 32: 43

Psalm 107: 22-25

Wisdom:
Psalm 106: 32-39, 40-48

Prophets:
Jeremiah 31:7

Deuterocanonical:
Tobit 5:2--6:17; 8: 1-3

Apostolic Epistle:
! Corinthians 10:20b-22
1 Timothy 4: 1-10
James 2: 14-26

Apostolic Account:
Acts 19: 11-20
Revelation 18: 1-3

Gospel:
Matthew 8:28-34 or Matthew 17: 14-21
Mark 5:1-20 or Mark 9: 13-28
Luke 8:26-39 or Luke 9: 37-43

Proposed Readings for the Divine Liturgy:

Year A (2008)
Deuteronomy 32: 1-6, 16-18
Psalm 107: 22-25
Acts 19: 11-20
Matthew 8: 28-34 or Matthew 17: 14-21

Year B (2009)
Deuteronomy 32: 39-41
Psalm 107: 22-25
Acts 19: 11-20
Mark 5: 1-20 or Mark 9: 13-28

Year C (2007)
Deuteronomy 32: 43
Psalm 107: 22-25
Acts 19: 11-20
Luke 8: 26-39 or Luke 9: 37-43

Post-Communion Prayer:
Gracious Father, we are ever grateful for the gift of your incarnate Word. From this eucharist send us forth to be joyful messengers of your saving goodness. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.


Epiphany Optional Proper 12: "Jesus Raises the Official's Daughter"

Prayer:
Almighty Father, your Spirit manifested your glory and led many to faith through the miracles of your Son. As we recall Jesus raising the official's daughter, transform us through your Son's compassion and love, so that our lives may become inseparable from his life and goodness. We ask this through your incarnate Word, Christ Jesus our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Corpus of Lectionary Citations:

Torah or History:
Genesis 28: 10-22
2 Kings 4: 8-37
2 Samuel 15: 13-30; 16: 5-14
Psalm 107:33-38

Wisdom:
Psalm 3
Psalm 91: 9-16

Prophets:
Isaiah 44: 23-26
Isaiah 61: 10-11

Deuterocanonical:
2 Maccabees 12: 39-45

Apostolic Epistle:
Hebrews 11: 32-40

Apostolic Account:
Acts 9: 36-43
Revelation 20: 4-6

Gospel:
Matthew 9: 18-26
Mark 5: 21-43
Luke 8: 40-56

Proposed Readings for the Divine Liturgy:

Year A (2008)
2 Kings 4: 8-37
Psalm 107: 33-38
Acts 9: 36-43
Matthew 9: 18-26

Year B (2009)
Isaiah 44: 23-26
Psalm 107: 33-38
Hebrews 11: 32-40
Mark 5: 21-43

Year C (2007)
Isaiah 61: 10-11
Psalm 107: 33-38
Revelation 20: 4-6
Luke 8: 40-56

Post-Communion Prayer:
Gracious Father, we are ever grateful for the gift of your incarnate Word. From this eucharist send us forth to be joyful messengers of your saving goodness. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.


Epiphany Optional Proper 13: "Jesus Feeds the Multitude"

Prayer:
Almighty Father, your Spirit manifested your glory and led many to faith through the miracles of your Son. As we recall Jesus feeding the multitude, transform us through your Son's compassion and love, so that our lives may become inseparable from his life and goodness. We ask this through your incarnate Word, Christ Jesus our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Corpus of Lectionary Citations:

Torah or History:
2 Kings 4: 38-44

Psalm 107:39-42

Wisdom:
Psalm 78: 23-29
Psalm 80: 14-19
Psalm 81: 13-16

Prophets:
Isaiah 40: 10-11
Jeremiah 49:19; 50:44

Deuterocanonical:
1 Maccabees 1: 29-63
2 Maccabees 6: 18-20

Apostolic Epistle:
Romans 12: 9-21

Apostolic Account:
Revelation 7: 9-17

Gospel:
Matthew 14: 13-21
Mark 6: 34-44
Luke 9: 12-17
John 6: 1-15

Proposed Readings for the Divine Liturgy:

Years A (2008)
2 Kings 4: 38-44
Psalm 107: 39-42
Romans 12: 9-21
Matthew 14: 13-21 [or John 6: 1-15]

Year B (2009)
2 Kings 4: 38-44
Psalm 107: 39-42
Romans 12: 9-21
Mark 6: 34-44 [or John 6: 1-15]

Year C (2007)
2 Kings 4: 38-44
Psalm 107: 39-42
Romans 12: 9-21
Luke 9: 12-17 [or John 6: 1-15]

Post-Communion Prayer:
Gracious Father, we are ever grateful for the gift of your incarnate Word. From this eucharist send us forth to be joyful messengers of your saving goodness. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.


Epiphany Optional Proper 14: "Jesus Walks on Water"

Prayer:
Almighty Father, your Spirit manifested your glory and led many to faith through the miracles of your Son. As we recall Jesus walking on the water, transform us through your Son's compassion and love, so that our lives may become inseparable from his life and goodness. We ask this through your incarnate Word, Christ Jesus our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Corpus of Lectionary Citations:

Torah or History:
1 Kings 19: 9-13

Psalm 29

Wisdom:
Psalm 77: 11-20
Psalm 108: 1-6
Proverbs 8: 27-31
Proverbs 30:4

Prophets:
Jeremiah 10: 12-13

Deuterocanonical:
Sirach (Ecclesiasticus) 39: 17-21

Apostolic Epistle:
2 Peter 3: 5-9
1 John 5: 6-12

Apostolic Account:
Revelation 1: 12-20

Gospel:
Matthew 14: 22-33
Mark 6: 45-52
John 6: 16-21

Proposed Readings for the Divine Liturgy:

Years A (2008)
1 Kings 19: 9-13
Psalm 29
2 Peter 3: 5-9
Matthew 14: 22-33

Year B (2009)
Proverbs 8: 27-31
Psalm 29
1 John 5: 6-12
Mark 6: 45-52

Year C (2007)
Jeremiah 10: 12-13
Psalm 29
Revelation 1: 12-20
John 6: 16-21

Post-Communion Prayer:
Gracious Father, we are ever grateful for the gift of your incarnate Word. From this eucharist send us forth to be joyful messengers of your saving goodness. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.


Last Sunday after Epiphany: "The Transfiguration of Jesus"
[18 February 2007]

Prayer:
Almighty Father, your Son was revealed in majesty before he suffered death on the cross. Through your Spirit give us the vision to perceive your Son's glory, so that we may be strengthened to suffer with him and be transformed into his likeness, from glory unto glory. We ask this through your incarnate Word, Christ Jesus our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Corpus of Lectionary Citations:

Torah or History:
Exodus 24: 12-18
Exodus 34: 29-35

Psalm 99

Wisdom:
Job 5: 8-16

Prophets:
Daniel 7: 9-10, 13-14

Deuterocanonical:
Sirach (Ecclesiasticus) 45: 6-22

Apostolic Epistle:
2 Corinthians 3:12--4:2
2 Corinthians 4: 3-6
Philippians 3:12-4:1

Apostolic Account:
Revelation 19: 1-8

Gospel:
Matthew 17: 1-9
Mark 9: 2-13
Luke 9: 28-36

Proposed Readings for the Divine Liturgy:

Year A (2008)
Exodus 24: 12-18
Psalm 99
Revelation 19: 1-8
Matthew 17: 1-9

Year B (2009)
Exodus 34: 29-35
Psalm 99
Revelation 19: 1-8
Mark 9: 2-13

Year C (2007)
Daniel 7: 9-10, 13-14
Psalm 99
Revelation 19: 1-8
Luke 9: 28-36

Post-Communion Prayer:
Gracious Father, we are ever grateful for the gift of your incarnate Word. From this eucharist send us forth as joyful messengers of your saving goodness. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.

Christmas Propers

Following below are the propers for Christmastide, which begins with begins with the first liturgy of Christmas and continues through the Saturday after Christmas Sunday, although the general incarnational festal cycle continues through the last Sunday after Epiphany (Transfiguration of our Lord). Please remember to scroll down to the bottom of the post in order to obtain all of the propers for Christmastide. May the Holy Spirit inspire us to make our hearts places of welcome rest for the One who became incarnate for the sake of our salvation. May the Lord bless you and your loved ones through this holy season.
Blessings,
+Mar Martin


Christmas Day: The Birth of Our Lord Jesus Christ
[25 December 2006]

Prayer at Vigil / Midnight:
Gracious Father, on this holy night we recall your tender mercy as we celebrate the gift of your Son. Through the power of your Spirit, draw us into the mystery of your saving love, join our voices with the heavenly host, and grant us a place among the shepherds as we praise the One whose second coming we await. We ask this through your incarnate Word, Christ Jesus our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Prayer at Dawn:
Gracious Father, on this holy day we joyfully recall the dawn of your loving kindness and your tender compassion and the promise of eternal life. Fill us with wonder and awe as we celebrate the birth of your Son. May your Spirit inspire the witness of our lives to proclaim Jesus as the treasure of our hearts. We ask this through your incarnate Word, Christ Jesus our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Prayer during the Day:
Gracious Father, we are grateful for the privilege to gather together to commemorate the birth of your Son. Through the power of your Spirit, inspire our lips to offer songs of joyful praise and our hearts to give thanks for your countless blessings. We ask this through your incarnate Word, Christ Jesus our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Corpus of Lectionary Citations:

Torah or History:
Exodus 24: 16-18
1 Samuel 1: 9-20

Psalm 98: 1-3

Wisdom:
Psalm 96: 1-6
Psalm 97: 10-12

Prophets:
Isaiah 9: 1-6
Isaiah 62: 11-12
Isaiah 52: 7-10

Deuterocanonical:
Tobit 5:10

Apostolic Epistle:
Titus 2: 11-14
Titus 3: 4-7
Hebrews 1: 1-6

Apostolic Account:
Revelation 21: 5-7
Revelation 21: 9-11

Gospel:
Luke 2: 1-20
John 1: 14-18

Proposed Readings for the Divine Liturgy:

Years A, B, and C
Isaiah 9: 1-6 (vigil / midnight); Isaiah 62: 11-12 (dawn); Isaiah 52: 7-10 (day)
Psalm 98: 1-3
Titus 2: 11-14 (vigil / midnight); Titus 3: 4-7 (dawn); Hebrews 1: 1-6 (day)
Luke 2: 1-20 (vigil / midnight / dawn); John 1: 14-18 (day)

Post-Communion Prayer:
Gracious Father, we are ever grateful for the gift of your incarnate Word. From this eucharist send us forth as joyful messengers of your saving goodness. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.


Sunday after Christmas:
The Presentation, Circumcision, and Holy Name of Jesus
[31 December 2006]

Prayer:
Almighty Father, through his circumcision your only Son was made a child of Abraham and a member of your people Israel. Given the name above every other name, your Son was acclaimed by Simeon as the light of all nations. As Abraham's spiritual children and members of the new Israel, we ask for the strength of your Spirit, that we may faithfully bear the name of your Son and proclaim him as the Savior of the world. We ask this through your incarnate Word, Christ Jesus our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Corpus of Lectionary Citations:

Torah or History:
Genesis 17: 9-14
Genesis 21: 1-7
Leviticus 12: 1-4
Deuteronomy 30:6
1 Samuel 1: 21-28

Psalm 98:4-6

Wisdom:
Psalm 96: 7-9
Psalm 97: 6-9

Prophets:
Isaiah 29: 19-20
Isaiah 61:10

Deuterocanonical:
Sirach (Ecclesiasticus) 10: 14-18

Apostolic Epistle:
Philippians 2: 5-11
Colossians 2: 8-15

Apostolic Account:
Revelation 21: 15-27

Gospel:
Luke 2: 21-40

Proposed Readings for the Divine Liturgy:

Years A, B, and C
Genesis 17: 9-14
Psalm 98: 4-6
Colossians 2: 8-15
Luke 2: 21-40

Post-Communion Prayer:
Gracious Father, we are ever grateful for the gift of your incarnate Word. From this eucharist send us forth as joyful messengers of your saving goodness. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.


January 1: Mary the Theotokos
When January 1 occurs on Sunday, the observance of Christmas Sunday [Presentation, Circumcision, & Holy Name of Jesus] supercedes the feast of Mary the Theotokos, which then transfers to Monday, January 2.

Prayer:
Almighty Father, we celebrate the witness of Mary the Theotokos, who was obedient to your call and gave birth to your Son, the Savior of the world. Supported by your Spirit, may we find joy in answering your call, strive for humility of heart, and, along with Mary, follow the light of your Son, your incarnate Word, Christ Jesus our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Proposed Readings for the Divine Liturgy:

Years A, B, and C
I Chronicles 15: 2-4, 15-16; 16: 1-2
Psalm 67
Galatians 4: 4-7
Luke 11: 27-28 [alternative: Luke 1: 46-55]

Post-Communion Prayer:
Gracious Father, we are ever grateful for the gift of your incarnate Word. From this eucharist send us forth as joyful messengers of your saving goodness. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.

Propers for Advent

The following propers are proposed for our Sunday worship through Advent of the new year of grace. Kindly be sure to scroll down to the bottom of this post in order to obtain all of the Advent propers.

As the weather in our hemisphere grows colder, may the Lord's Spirit bring light and warmth to our hearts during this holy season. As we bustle about, scrambling to parties and gatherings or to purchase our gifts for those whose names are on our Christmas lists, may we never forget the One who emptied himself in order to become the Father's gift for our salvation. Jesus alone is the reason for this time of celebration, in which these days so many seem to have lost sight of the miracle of Emmanuel, the One who is "God-with-us" (cf. Matthew 1:23). Also, may we be quick and sensitive to recall among us the growing numbers of people for whom economic hardship will require choices between luxuries and essentials, perhaps even between essentials themselves. May the Lord renew within us the power of his grace so that our hearts will become places of welcome rest for his mercy, compassion, and abiding presence.

May the Lord bless you and your loved ones through this holy season of joyful anticipation of the coming Messiah.

Blessings,
+Mar Martin


1 Advent: "The Annunciation of John to Zechariah"
[3 December 2006]

Prayer:
Almighty Father, according to your plan your prophet John the Baptist prepared the way for the coming of your Son, the promised Messiah. Through your Spirit free us from doubt and despair, and help us to imitate Zechariah and Elizabeth in following your will to the glory of your name. We ask this through your incarnate Word, Christ Jesus our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Corpus of Lectionary Citations:

Torah or History:
Numbers 11: 1-23
Numbers 11: 24-34

Psalm 85: 8-13

Wisdom:
Job 6: 1-10
Psalm 59: 16-17

Prophets:
Isaiah 35: 1-10
Isaiah 40: 1-5
Jeremiah 16: 19-21
Jeremiah 42: 1-6

Deuterocanonical:
Esther Addition C, 13: 11-19
Baruch 5: 1-9

Apostolic Epistle:
Romans 4: 18-25
2 Corinthians 4: 7-15
1 Peter 1: 8-12

Apostolic Account:
Acts 2: 29-36
Revelation 2: 8-11

Gospel:
Matthew 21: 18-22
Mark 11: 20-25
Luke 1: 5-25

Proposed Readings for the Divine Liturgy:

Years A, B, and C
Isaiah 40: 1-5
Psalm 85: 8-13
1 Peter 1: 8-12
Luke 1: 5-25

Post-Communion Prayer:
Gracious Father, you have gathered us together as your people, who now await the glorious return of your Son. From this eucharist send us forth to invite others into this fellowship of faith, hope, and love. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.

2 Advent: "The Annunciation of our Lord to Mary" [10 December 2006]

Prayer:
Almighty Father, by the power of your Spirit, your Son was incarnate of the Virgin Mary. By that same Spirit, inspire our lips and our lives to echo Mary's acceptance of your will, give us victory over our sins and failings, and help us with faith to run the race that you have set before us, as we await the glorious return of your incarnate Word, Christ Jesus our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Corpus of Lectionary Citations:

Torah or History:
1 Samuel 1
1 Samuel 2

Psalm 40: 4-11

Wisdom:
Psalm 109: 26-31
Psalm 113

Prophets:
Isaiah 7: 10-14
Isaiah 11: 6-10
Isaiah 11: 12-13]

Deuterocanonical:
Susanna 0: 1-56 (LXX, Daniel 13: 1-56)
Apostolic Epistle:
Galatians 4: 4-7

Apostolic Account:
Revelation 12: 1-6
Revelation 12: 13-17

Gospel:
Luke 1: 26-38

Proposed Readings for the Divine Liturgy:

Years A, B, and C
Isaiah 7: 10-14
Psalm 40: 4-11
Galatians 4: 4-7
Luke 1: 26-38

Post-Communion Prayer:
Gracious Father, you have gathered us together as your people, who now await the glorious return of your Son. From this eucharist send us forth to invite others into this fellowship of faith, hope, and love. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.

3 Advent: "The Visitation of Mary and the Birth of John the Baptist" [17 December 2006]

Prayer:
Almighty Father, you blessed the barren womb of Elizabeth that she might give birth to John your prophet, and you chose the virgin Mary to be the mother of your Son. By your Spirit fill us with your grace, that we may follow the faithful examples of Elizabeth and Mary, patiently awaiting your kindness, accepting your will, and rejoicing in your abundant gifts. We ask this through your incarnate Word, Christ Jesus our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Corpus of Lectionary Citations:

Torah or History:
Genesis 18: 1-15
Genesis 19: 1-26
Ruth 1: 1-18

Psalm 72: 1-7, 18-19

Wisdom:
Psalm 65: 9-13
Psalm 106: 1-5

Prophets:
Isaiah 12: 2-6
Zephaniah 3: 14-17

Deuterocanonical:
Sirach (Ecclesiasticus)16: 17-25

Apostolic Epistle:
Romans 12: 9-13; 1 Peter 2: 9-10

Apostolic Account:
Acts 19: 11-22
Acts 27: 1-3

Gospel:
Luke 1: 39-45, 57-66

Proposed Readings for the Divine Liturgy:

Years A, B, and C
Genesis 18: 1-15
Psalm 72: 1-7,18-19
1 Peter 2: 9-10
Luke 1: 39-45, 57-66

Post-Communion Prayer:
Gracious Father, you have gathered us together as your people, who now await the glorious return of your Son. From this eucharist send us forth to invite others into this fellowship of faith, hope, and love. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.

4 Advent: "The Annunciation of our Lord to Joseph" [24 December 2006]

Prayer:
Almighty Father, by the message of an angel, you inspired faith in your servant Joseph, that he might become the spouse of the virgin Mary and the guardian of your Son. By your Spirit inspire in us the courage of Joseph, that we may be ever willing to undertake the works of our faith and to trust in the grace that you have shared with us. We ask this through your incarnate Word, Christ Jesus our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Corpus of Lectionary Citations:

Torah or History:
Genesis 49: 8-10
Numbers 24: 15-19

Psalm 96: 1-6

Wisdom:
Psalm 80: 14-19; Song of Songs 6: 9-10

Prophets:
Isaiah 2: 2-4; Isaiah 25: 6-10; Isaiah 29: 17-2; Micah 5: 1-4

Deuterocanonical:
2 Maccabees 10: 1-8

Apostolic Epistle:
Romans 16: 25-27; 1 Corinthians 4:5

Apostolic Account:
Revelation 2: 24-29
Revelation 12: 1-6

Gospel:
Matthew 1: 18-25

Proposed Readings for the Divine Liturgy:

Years A, B, and C
Isaiah 2: 2-4
Psalm 96: 1-6
Romans 16: 25-27
Matthew 1: 18-25

Post-Communion Prayer:
Gracious Father, you have gathered us together as your people, who now await the glorious return of your Son. From this eucharist send us forth to invite others into this fellowship of faith, hope, and love. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.

Propers for the Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity and for Trinity Week

With the celebration of the Most Holy Trinity, our Synod begins a new liturgical year. The Sunday propers for the new year will be drawn from those appointed for Year C (2007), which commences with this Sunday's observance. The gospel readings for Year C will feature pasages from the Gospel according to Luke. The liturgical color for Trinity Sunday and Trinity Week will be white/gold.

In order to obtain all the citations for each day of Trinity Week, it is necessary to scroll down to the bottom of this post.

May the Lord bless you and your loved ones throughout the new year of grace!

Blessings,
+Mar Martin


Holy Trinity Sunday:
"All Praise to God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit!"
[26 November 2006]

Prayer:
Almighty Triune God, your name is veiled in mystery; yet, we dare to call you Father. Your Son was begotten before all ages; yet, he was born among us in time. Your Spirit fills your whole creation; yet, you pour forth that same Spirit into the hearts of your adopted sons and daughters. As you have created, called, and loved us by name, draw us ever more deeply into the mystery of your divine life, that we may glorify you rightly through your Son, Christ Jesus our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Corpus of Lectionary Citations:

Torah or History:
Genesis 1: 1-2, 26-28
Deuteronomy 4: 32-34, 39-40
Deuteronomy 8: 1-16

Psalm 8

Wisdom:
Psalm 19
Psalm 30
Psalm 117
Proverbs 8: 22-31

Prophets:
Isaiah 32: 15-20
Isaiah 45: 5-8
Isaiah 59:21
Ezekiel 39: 26-29
Ezekiel 43: 1-9

Deuterocanonical:
Wisdom 1: 6-7

Apostolic Epistle:
Romans 5: 1-5
Romans 8: 14-17
2 Corinthians 13: 11-13

Apostolic Account:
Revelation 22: 1-5
Revelation 22: 12-17

Gospel:
Matthew 28: 16-20
Matthew 11: 25-30
John 1: 1-18
John 14: 1-21

Proposed Readings for the Divine Liturgy:

Year A (2008):
Genesis 1: 1-2, 26-28
Psalm 8
2 Corinthians 13: 11-13
John 1: 1-18 [or Matthew 28: 16-20]

Year B (2009):
Genesis 1: 1-2, 26-28
Psalm 8
Romans 8: 14-17
John 1:1 -18 [or Matthew 11: 25-30]

Year C (2007):
Genesis 1: 1-2, 26-28
Psalm 8
Romans 5: 1-5
John 1: 1-18 [or John 14: 1-21]

Post-Communion Prayer:
Gracious Father, we are grateful for this opportunity to render you thanks and praise. As your Spirit continues to draw us ever more deeply into the mystery of your saving love, grace, and mercy, send us forth as witnesses of the eternal life that you have shared with us through the death and resurrection of your Son, Christ Jesus our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.


Proper for Weekdays Following Holy Trinity Sunday
[Monday through Saturday, 27 November through 2 December 2006]

Prayer:
Almighty Triune God, your name is veiled in mystery; yet, we dare to call you Father. Your Son was begotten before all ages; yet, he was born among us in time. Your Spirit fills your whole creation; yet, you pour forth that same Spirit into the hearts of your adopted sons and daughters. As you have created, called, and loved us by name, draw us ever more deeply into the mystery of your divine life, that we may glorify you rightly through your Son, Christ Jesus our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Monday
First Reading: Genesis 18:1-15
Psalm: See the listing below.
Year A Gospel: Matthew 10:17-23
Year B Gospel: Luke 4:16-21
Year C Gospel: John 14:1-4

Tuesday
First Reading: Genesis 28:10-22
Psalm: See the listing below.
Year A Gospel: Matthew 12:15-21
Year B Gospel: Luke 10:21-22
Year C Gospel: John 14:5-24

Wednesday
First Reading: Genesis 32:22-32
Psalm: See the listing below.
Year A Gospel: Matthew 12:22-32
Year B Gospel: Luke 12:10-12
Year C Gospel: John 14:25-31

Thursday
First Reading: Exodus 3:1-17
Psalm: See the listing below.
Year A Gospel: Matthew 24-28
Year B Gospel: John 8:21-30
Year C Gospel: John 17:1-6

Friday
First Reading: Daniel 3:1-39
Psalm: See the listing below.
Year A Gospel: Matthew 28:16-20
Year B Gospel: John 8:52-59
Year C Gospel: John 17:7-19

Saturday
First Reading: 1 John 5:6-12
Psalm: See the listing below.
Year A Gospel: John 3:31-36
Year B Gospel: Luke 24:44-53
Year C Gospel: John 17:20-26

Rubrical Notations:
At the discretion of the presiding minister, a Psalm from the list below may be proclaimed between the first reading and the gospel reading of the day. Either sung or recited, the Psalm may be sung/proclaimed (a) by a single cantor/reader, (b) by the assembly alternating strophes, or (c) by cantor/reader and assembly alternating between responsorial verse and/or strophes.

Suggested Psalms: 8, 15, 16, 19, 30, 117, 148, 149, 150

Post-Communion Prayer:
Gracious Father, we are grateful for this opportunity to render you thanks and praise. As your Spirit continues to draw us ever more deeply into the mystery of your saving love, grace, and mercy, send us forth as witnesses of the eternal life that you have shared with us through the death and resurrection of your Son, Christ Jesus our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Kingdomtide Propers

The several Kingdomtide propers listed below are proposed for the end of liturgical year 2006. Scrolling down to the end of the post is necessary in order to obtain all of the propers for this liturgical season. I apologize for being tardy in posting these, as I was not only "under the weather" for a while but also allowed this stretch of time to sneak up on me. I was a little out of practice, especially since the posts for Gracetide were completed in September (seems like aeons ago). Presuming that these propers receive final approval from our Episcopal Council, you might wish to save these offerings in your local liturgical folders for ongoing use. Otherwise, later you might refer to the online version of the Sunday lectionary to be posted on our Synod's website at www.christiansynod.org.

Blessings,
+Mar Martin


1 Kingdomtide "Being Prepared for the Lord's Return" [28 October 2006]

Opening Prayer:
Almighty Father, your Son taught that he will return at the last day to be our Judge. Through your Spirit keep us ever awake and vigilant, ready to welcome the glorious return of your Son, Christ Jesus our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Corpus of Lectionary Citations:

Torah or History:
Genesis 6: 5-22
Genesis 7: 11-24
Deuteronomy 7: 7-16

Psalm 75

Wisdom:
Job 1: 13-21
Job 9: 1-13
Job 14: 1-22

Prophets:
Isaiah 35: 1-10
Amos 4: 1-5
Micah 7: 1-7
Malachi 3:13--4:6

Deuterocanonical:
Sirach (Ecclesiasticus) 17: 13-20

Apostolic Epistle:
1 Thessalonians 5: 1-11
1 Timothy 4: 1-10

Apostolic Account:
Acts 28: 23-28
Revelation 3: 1-6

Gospel:
Matthew 24: 36-51
Mark 13: 32-37
Luke 12: 35-46

Proposed Readings for the Divine Liturgy:

Year A (2008):
Amos 4: 1-5
Psalm 75
1 Thessalonians 5: 1-11
Matthew 24: 36-51

Year B (2006):
Micah 7: 1-7
Psalm 75
1 Timothy 4: 1-10
Mark 13: 32-37

Year C (2007):
Malachi 3:13--4:6
Psalm 75
Revelation 3: 1-6
Luke 12: 35-46

Post-Communion Prayer:
Father, in your gracious mercy you have sealed the promise of eternal life through the death and resurrection of your Son. May we who have shared in this communion be filled with your love, strengthened by your Spirit, and prepared for the joy of your kingdom, where Jesus is Lord forever and ever. Amen.


2 Kingdomtide "Perseverance unto the Lord's Return" [5 November 2006]

Prayer:
Almighty Father, grant us the grace to persevere in faith and to trust in your Son's gospel of reconciliation. By the power of your Spirit, preserve us through this life, give us victory over sin and death, and lead us to your promised inheritance of everlasting life, the gift offered by your Son, Christ Jesus our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Corpus of Lectionary Citations:

Torah or History:
Genesis 29: 1-30; 31: 1-42
Exodus 17: 8-13

Psalm 17 or 37: 1-11 or 146

Wisdom:
Psalm 128
Proverbs 25:15

Prophets:
Jeremiah 31: 16-20
Daniel 12: 1-3

Deuterocanonical:
2 Maccabees 7: 1-14
Wisdom 6: 12-16
Wisdom 11:22--12:1
Sirach (Ecclesiasticus) 5: 7-11

Apostolic Epistle:
1 Thessalonians 1: 2-10
2 Thessalonians 2: 13-17
Hebrews 9: 24-28
James 1: 12; 5: 7-11

Apostolic Account:
Acts 14: 19-28
Revelation 2: 1-7

Gospel:
Matthew 24: 4-14
Mark 13: 5-13
Luke 21: 8-19 or 18: 1-8

Proposed Readings for the Divine Liturgy:

Year A (2008):
Genesis 29: 1-30
Psalm 17
Acts 14: 19-28
Matthew 24: 4-14

Year B (2006):
Genesis 31: 1-42
Psalm 37: 1-11
1 Thessalonians 1: 2-10
Mark 13: 5-13

Year C (2007):
Jeremiah 31: 16-20
Psalm 146
2 Thessalonians 2: 13-17
Luke 21: 8-19 or 18: 1-8

Post-Communion Prayer:
Father, in your gracious mercy you have sealed the promise of eternal life through the death and resurrection of your Son. May we who have shared in this communion be filled with your love, strengthened by your Spirit, and prepared for the joy of your kingdom, where Jesus is Lord forever and ever. Amen.


3 Kingdomtide: The Solemnity of All Saints [12 November 2006]

Prayer:
Almighty Father, we are grateful that your Spirit has gathered your elect into one communion and fellowship in the mystical body of your Son. Give us grace to follow your blessed saints in all virtuous and godly living, that we may realize the fullness of life and joy that you have prepared for those who love you. We ask this through your Son, Christ Jesus our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Corpus of Lectionary Citations:

Torah or History:
Genesis 9: 1-17
Deuteronomy 26:16--27:10
2 Samuel 7: 18-29

Psalm 24: 1-6

Wisdom:
Psalm 144
Psalm 145: 13b-21

Prophets:
Isaiah 62: 1-12
Isaiah 63: 7-19
Daniel 7: 15-27

Deuterocanonical:
Wisdom 5: 15-16

Apostolic Epistle:
1 Corinthians 1: 4-9
2 Corinthians 13: 1-13
Colossians 1: 9-14
Jude

Apostolic Account:
Revelation 7: 9-16
Revelation 19: 5-8

Gospel:
Matthew 5:1-12 or 5:13-16
Matthew 13: 10-17 or 13: 24-30, 36-43
Luke 6: 20-23

Proposed Readings for the Divine Liturgy:

Year A (2008):
Deuteronomy 26:16--27:10
Psalm 24: 1-6
1 Corinthians 1: 4-9
Matthew 5: 1-12 or 5: 13-16

Year B (2006):
Isaiah 62: 1-12
Psalm 24: 1-6
2 Corinthians 13: 1-13
Matthew 13: 10-17 or 13: 24-30, 36-43

Year C (2007):
Isaiah 63: 7-19
Psalm 24: 1-6
Colossians 1: 9-14
Luke 6: 20-23

Post-Communion Prayer:
Father, in your gracious mercy you have sealed the promise of eternal life through the death and resurrection of your Son. May we who have shared in this communion be filled with your love, strengthened by your Spirit, and prepared for the joy of your kingdom, where Jesus is Lord forever and ever. Amen.


4 Kingdomtide: The Solemnity of Christ the King

Prayer:
Almighty Father, it is your will to restore all things in your well-beloved Son, the King of kings and Lord of lords. Through the power of your Spirit, free the peoples of the earth from the jaws of sin and death and unite us under the most gracious rule of your Son, Christ Jesus our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Corpus of Lectionary Citations:

Torah or History:
Exodus 15: 11-18
2 Samuel 5: 1-3

Psalm 93

Wisdom:
Psalm 24: 7-10
Psalm 145: 1-13

Prophets:
Daniel 7: 1-14
Lamentations 5: 19-22

Deuterocanonical:
Baruch 3: 1-8

Apostolic Epistle:
1 Corinthians 15: 20-28
Colossians 1: 12-20
1 Timothy 6: 13-16

Apostolic Account:
Revelation 1 :5-8
Revelation 19: 11-16

Gospel:
Matthew 25: 31-46
John 18: 33-37
Luke 23: 35-43

Proposed Readings for the Divine Liturgy:

Year A (2008):
Exodus 15: 11-18
Psalm 24: 7-10
Colossians 1: 12-20
Matthew 25: 31-46

Year B (2006):
2 Samuel 5: 1-3
Psalm 93
1 Timothy 6: 13-16
John 18: 33-37

Year C (2007):
Daniel 7: 1-14
Psalm 145: 1-13
Revelation 19: 11-16
Luke 23: 35-43

Post-Communion Prayer:
Father, in your gracious mercy you have sealed the promise of eternal life through the death and resurrection of your Son. May we who have shared in this communion be filled with your love, strengthened by your Spirit, and prepared for the joy of your kingdom, where Jesus is Lord forever and ever. Amen.