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A simple form of evening prayer and candle lighting *
At St Mary's we would like to invite you to join us in a short time of prayer every day at 7pm. It involves lighting a candle and placing it in the window and then saying the following prayers as individuals or as households. You can join with others in these prayers on our Facebook page.
The Lord almighty grant us a quiet night and a perfect end. Amen.
Our help is in the name of the Lord
who made heaven and earth.
A period of silence for reflection on the past day may follow.
O God, make speed to save us.
O Lord, make haste to help us.
Glory to the Father and to the Son
and to the Holy Spirit;
as it was in the beginning is now
and shall be for ever. Amen.
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The reading for the day (see below)**
The candle is lit and the following prayer is said
Heavenly Father, accept this burning candle as a sign of faith and love.
Like this candle, bring light into our world
Even as this candle is lit may we know your presence
and be consumed in the warmth of your love.
In your mercy, Lord hear our prayer.
In peace we will lie down and sleep;
for you alone, Lord, make us dwell in safety.
Abide with us, Lord Jesus
for the night is at hand and the day is now past.
As the night watch looks for the morning
so do we look for you, O Christ.
The Lord bless us and watch over us;
the Lord make his face shine upon us and be gracious to us;
the Lord look kindly on us and give us peace. Amen.
Readings
Wed 16th December - John 17:18
Thu 17th December - Jeremiah 31:31
Fri 18th December - John 17:18
Sat 19th December - Hebrews 2:14–15
Mon 21st December - John 18:37
Tues 22nd December - John 20:30–31
Wed 23rd December - Romans 5:10–11
Thu 24th December - Isaiah 40.1-11
Fri 25th December - Luke 2.1-20
Sat 26th December - Psalm 148
Mon 28th December - Matthew 2.13-18
Tue 29th December - Matthew 12.46-50
Wed 30th December - 2 Peter 3. 8-13
Thu 31st December - John 8.12-19
Fri 1st January - Psalm 8
Sat 2nd January - Proverbs 1.1-7
Mon 4th January - Psalm 110
Tues 5th January - Proverbs 22.1-9
Wed 6th January - Matthew 2.1-12
Thu 7th January - Psalm 29
Fri 8th January - Samuel 16.1-13
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