THE COLLECTS 

The Christian Year 

THE SEASON OF ADVENT 

The First Sunday of  Advent 

Almighty God, 
COLLECT ONE 
Give us grace that we may cast away the works of darkness, 
and put upon us the armour of light, 
now in the time of this mortal life, 
in which thy Son Jesus Christ 
came to visit us in great humility; 
that in the last day, 
when he shall come again in his glorious Majesty 
to judge both the quick and the dead, 
we may rise to the life immortal; 
through him who liveth and reigneth with thee 
and the Holy Spirit, now and ever. 
This collect is said after the Collect of  the day until Christmas Eve. 
Almighty God, 
Give us grace to cast away the works of darkness 
and to put on the armour of light 
now in the time of this mortal life 
COLLECT TWO 
in which your Son Jesus Christ came to us in great humility; 
that on the last day 
when he shall come again in his glorious majesty 
to judge the living and the dead, 
we may rise to the life immortal; 
through him who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, 
one God, now and for ever. 1 
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 God our deliverer, 
Awaken our hearts 
to prepare the way for the advent of your Son, 
that, with minds purified by the grace of his coming, 
we may serve you faithfully all our days; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord. 4 

The Second Sunday of  Advent 

O Lord, 
POST COMMUNION 
COLLECT ONE 
Raise up (we pray thee) thy power, and come among us, 
and with great might succour us; 
that whereas, through our sins and wickedness, 
we are sore let and hindered in running the race that is set before us, 
thy bountiful grace and mercy 
may speedily help and deliver us; 
through the satisfaction of thy Son our Lord, 
to whom with thee and the Holy Spirit, 
be honour and glory, world without end. 
Collect of  5th before Advent may be used. 
Father in heaven, 
who sent your Son to redeem the world 
and will send him again to be our judge: 
Give us grace so to imitate him 
in the humility and purity of his first coming 
that when he comes again, 
COLLECT TWO 
we may be ready to greet him with joyful love and firm faith; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord. 15 
Lord, 
here you have nourished us with the food of life. 
Through our sharing in this holy sacrament 
teach us to judge wisely earthly things 
and to yearn for things heavenly. 
We ask this through Jesus Christ our Lord. 20 

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 The Third Sunday of  Advent 

O Lord Jesu Christ, 
who at thy first coming didst send thy messenger 
to prepare thy way before thee; 
Grant that the ministers and stewards of thy mysteries 
may likewise so prepare and make ready thy way, 
COLLECT ONE 
by turning the hearts of the disobedient to the wisdom of the just, 
that at thy second coming to judge the world 
we may be found an acceptable people in thy sight, 
who livest and reignest with the Father and the Holy Spirit, 
ever one God, world without end. 
O Lord Jesus Christ, 
who at your first coming sent your messenger 
to prepare your way before you: 
Grant that the ministers and stewards of your mysteries 
may likewise so prepare and make ready your way 
COLLECT TWO 
by turning the hearts of the disobedient to the wisdom of the just, 
that at your second coming to judge the world 
we may be found an acceptable people in your sight; 
for you are alive and reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit, 
one God, world without end.  1 
Father, 
we give you thanks for these heavenly gifts. 
Kindle us with the fire of your Spirit 
that when Christ comes again 
we may shine as lights before his face; 
who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, 
one God, now and for ever. 4 
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 The Fourth Sunday of  Advent 

Lord, 
we beseech thee, give ear to our prayers, 
and by thy gracious visitation 
lighten the darkness of our hearts 
by our Lord Jesus Christ; 
who liveth and reigneth with thee 
and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.  25 

God our redeemer, 
who prepared the blessed Virgin Mary 
to be the mother of your Son: 
Grant that, as she looked for his coming as our saviour, 
so we may be ready to greet him 
when he comes again as our judge; 
who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, 
one God, now and for ever.  8 
Heavenly Father, 
you have given us a pledge of eternal redemption. 
Grant that we may always eagerly celebrate 
the saving mystery of the incarnation of your Son. 
We ask this through him whose coming is certain, 
whose day draws near, 
your Son Jesus Christ our Lord.  20 
COLLECT ONE 
COLLECT TWO 
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 THE SEASON OF CHRISTMAS 

Christmas Eve 
O God, 
who makest us glad with the yearly remembrance 
of the birth of thy only Son Jesus Christ; 
Grant that, as we joyfully receive him for our Redeemer, 
so we may with sure confidence, 
behold him when he shall come to be our Judge, 
who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, 
one God, world without end. 

Almighty God, 
you make us glad with the yearly remembrance 
of the birth of your Son Jesus Christ: 
Grant that, as we joyfully receive him as our redeemer, 
we may with sure confidence behold him 
when he shall come to be our judge; 
who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, 
one God, now and for ever.  1 
God for whom we wait, 
you feed us with the bread of eternal life: 
Keep us ever watchful, that we may be ready 
COLLECT ONE 
COLLECT TWO 
POST COMMUNION 
to stand before the Son of Man, Jesus Christ our Lord.  16 

The Nativity of  our Lord (Night) 

O God, 
who madest this most holy night 
to shine with the brightness of his coming, 
who is the light of the world; 
COLLECT ONE 
Grant that we who on earth hail the brightness of his appearing 
may rejoice hereafter in the light of his heavenly glory; 
who with thee and the Holy Spirit, 
liveth and reigneth, one God, now and for ever. 
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 Eternal God, 
who made this most holy night 
to shine with the brightness of your one true light: 
Bring us, who have known the revelation 
of that light on earth, 
to see the radiance of your heavenly glory; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  2 

God our Father, 
in this night you have made known to us again 
the power and coming of our Lord Jesus Christ: 
Confirm our faith and fix our eyes on him 
until the day dawns 
and Christ the Morning Star rises in our hearts. 
To him be glory both now and for ever.  8 

The Nativity of  our Lord (Day) 
Almighty  God, 
who hast given us thy only-begotten Son 
to take our nature upon him, 
and as at this time to be born of a pure virgin; 
Grant that we being regenerate, 
and made thy children by adoption and grace, 
may daily be renewed by thy Holy Spirit; 
through the same our Lord Jesus Christ, 
who liveth and reigneth with thee and the same Spirit, 
ever one God, world without end. 
Almighty God 
you have given us your only-begotten Son 
to take our nature upon him 
, 
COLLECT TWO 
POST COMMUNION 
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and as at this time to be born of a pure virgin: 
Grant that we, who have been born again 
and made your children by adoption and grace, 
may daily be renewed by your Holy Spirit; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  1 

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 God our Father, 
whose Word has come among us 
in the Holy Child of Bethlehem: 
May the light of faith illumine our hearts 
and shine in our words and deeds; 
through him who is Christ the Lord.  16 

The First Sunday of  Christmas 

Almighty God, 
who hast given us thy only-begotten Son 
to take our nature upon him, 
and as at this time to be born of a pure virgin; 
Grant that we being regenerate, 
and made thy children by adoption and grace, 
may daily be renewed by thy Holy Spirit; 
through the same our Lord Jesus Christ, 
who liveth and reigneth with thee and the same Spirit, 
ever one God, world without end. 

Almighty God, 
who wonderfully created us in your own image 
and yet more wonderfully restored us 
through your Son Jesus Christ: 
Grant that, as he came to share in our humanity, 
so we may share the life of his divinity; 
who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, 
one God, now and for ever.   7 

Heavenly Father, 
you have refreshed us with this heavenly sacrament. 
As your Son came to live among us, 
grant us grace to live our lives, 
united in love and obedience, 
as those who long to live with him in heaven; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  24 
POST COMMUNION 
COLLECT ONE 
COLLECT TWO 
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 The Second Sunday of  Christmas 

Almighty God, 
COLLECT ONE 
who hast poured upon us the new light of thine incarnate Word; 
Grant that the same light, enkindled in our hearts, 
may shine forth in our lives; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord. 
Almighty God, 
in the birth of your Son 
COLLECT TWO 
you have poured on us the new light of your incarnate Word, 
and shown us the fullness of your love: 
Help us to walk in this light and dwell in his love 
that we may know the fullness of his joy; 
who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, 
one God, now and for ever.  2 
Light eternal, 
you have nourished us in the mystery 
of the body and blood of your Son: 
By your grace keep us ever faithful to your word, 
in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord.  16 
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 THE SEASON OF EPIPHANY 

The Epiphany 
6 January 

O God, 
who by the leading of a star 
didst manifest thy only-begotten Son to the Gentiles; 
Mercifully grant, that we, which know thee now by faith, 
COLLECT ONE 
may after this life have the fruition of thy glorious Godhead; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord. 
O God, 
who by the leading of a star 
manifested your only Son to the peoples of the earth: 
Mercifully grant that we, who know you now by faith, 
may at last behold your glory face to face; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  1 

Lord God, 
the bright splendour whom the nations seek: 
May we, who with the wise men 
have been drawn by your light, 
COLLECT TWO 
POST COMMUNION 
discern the glory of your presence in your incarnate Son; 
who suffered, died, and was buried, 
and who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, 
now and for ever.  8 
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 The First Sunday after the Epiphany: 
The Baptism of  our Lord 

O Lord, 
we beseech thee mercifully to receive 
the prayers of thy people which call upon thee; 
and grant that they may both perceive and know 
what things they ought to do, 
and also may have grace and power 
faithfully to fulfil the same; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord. 

Eternal Father, 
who at the baptism of Jesus 
revealed him to be your Son, 
anointing him with the Holy Spirit: 
Grant to us, who are born of water and the Spirit, 
COLLECT ONE 
COLLECT TWO 
that we may be faithful to our calling as your adopted children; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  7 
Refreshed by these holy gifts, Lord God, 
we seek your mercy: 
that by listening faithfully to your only Son, 
and being obedient to the prompting of the Spirit, 
we may be your children in name and in truth; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  20 

The Second Sunday after the Epiphany 

Almighty and everlasting God, 
who dost govern all things in heaven and earth; 
Mercifully hear the supplications of thy people, 
and grant us thy peace all the days of our life; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord. 
POST COMMUNION 
COLLECT ONE 
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 Almighty God, 
in Christ you make all things new: 
Transform the poverty of our nature 
by the riches of your grace, 
and in the renewal of our lives 
make known your heavenly glory; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  7 

God of glory, 
you nourish us with bread from heaven. 
Fill us with your Holy Spirit 
that through us the light of your glory 
may shine in all the world. 
We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord.  16 
COLLECT TWO 
POST COMMUNION 
The Third Sunday after the Epiphany 

Almighty and everlasting God, 
Mercifully look upon our infirmities, 
and in all our dangers and  necessities 
stretch forth thy right hand to help and defend us; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord. 

Almighty God, 
whose Son revealed in signs and miracles 
the wonder of your saving presence: 
Renew your people with your heavenly grace, 
and in all our weakness 
sustain us by your mighty power; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  7 
COLLECT ONE 
COLLECT TWO 
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 Almighty Father, 
POST COMMUNION 
your Son our Saviour Jesus Christ is the light of the world. 
May your people, 
illumined by your word and sacraments, 
shine with the radiance of his glory, 
that he may be known, worshipped, 
and obeyed to the ends of the earth; 
for he is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, 
one God, now and for ever.  16 

The Fourth Sunday after the Epiphany 
O God, 
who knowest us to be set 
in the midst of so many and great dangers, 
that by reason of the frailty of our nature 
we cannot always stand upright; 
Grant to us such strength and protection, 
as may support us in all dangers, 
and carry us through all temptations; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord. 

Creator God, 
who in the beginning 
commanded the light to shine out of darkness: 
We pray that the light of the glorious gospel of Christ 
may dispel the darkness of ignorance and unbelief, 
shine into the hearts of all your people, 
and reveal the knowledge of your glory 
in the face of Jesus Christ our Lord.  8 

Generous Lord,                  POST COMMUNION 
in word and eucharist we have proclaimed 
the mystery of your love. 
Help us so to live out our days 
that we may be signs of your wonders in the world; 
through Jesus Christ our Saviour. 8 

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 The Presentation of  Christ in the Temple 
2 February 
May be observed on the Sunday between 28 January and 3 February. 
Almighty and everliving God, 
we humbly beseech thy Majesty, 
that, as thy only-begotten Son was this day 
presented in the temple in substance of our flesh, 
COLLECT ONE 
so we may be presented unto thee with pure and clean hearts, 
by the same thy Son Jesus Christ our Lord. 
Almighty and everliving God, 
clothed in majesty, 
whose beloved Son was this day presented in the temple 
in the substance of our mortal nature: 
May we be presented to you with pure and clean hearts, 
by your Son Jesus Christ our Lord.  1 
God, for whom we wait, 
you fulfilled the hopes of Simeon and Anna, 
who lived to welcome the Messiah. 
Complete in us your perfect will, 
that in Christ we may see your salvation, 
for he is Lord for ever and ever.   16 
COLLECT TWO 
POST COMMUNION 
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 BEFORE LENT 

The Fifth Sunday before Lent 
Occurrence depends on date of  Easter. 
O Lord, 
we beseech thee to keep thy Church and household 
continually in thy true religion; 
COLLECT ONE 
that they who do lean only upon the hope of thy heavenly grace 
may evermore be defended 
by thy mighty power; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord. 
Almighty God, 
by whose grace alone we are accepted 
and called to your service: 
Strengthen us by your Holy Spirit 
and make us worthy of our calling; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  2 

Merciful God, 
we thank you for inviting us to share 
in the one bread and the one cup. 
By your continuing grace 
enable us to live as one family in Christ 
and joyfully to seek to bring your salvation 
to all who do not know you; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.   20 
COLLECT TWO 
POST COMMUNION 
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 The Fourth Sunday before Lent 
Occurrence depends on date of  Easter. 
O Lord, 
COLLECT ONE 
we beseech thee favourably to hear the prayers of thy people; 
that we, who are justly punished for our offences, 
may be mercifully delivered by thy goodness, 
for the glory of thy Name; 
through Jesus Christ our Saviour, 
who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, 
ever one God, world without end. 
O God, 
you know us to be set 
in the midst of so many and great dangers, 
that by reason of the frailty of our nature 
we cannot always stand upright: 
Grant to us such strength and protection 
as may support us in all dangers 
and carry us through all temptations; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  1 

God of tender care, 
COLLECT TWO 
POST COMMUNION 
in this eucharist we celebrate your love for us and for all people. 
May we show your love in our lives 
and know its fulfilment in your presence. 
We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord.   24 

The Third Sunday before Lent 
Occurrence depends on date of  Easter. 
Lord, 
we beseech thee to keep thy household the Church 
in continual godliness; 
COLLECT ONE 
that through thy protection it may be free from all adversities, 
and devoutly given to serve thee in good works, 
to the glory of thy name; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord. 
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 Almighty God, 
who alone can bring order 
to the unruly wills and passions of sinful humanity: 
Give your people grace 
so to love what you command 
and to desire what you promise; 
that, among the many changes of the world, 
our hearts may surely there be fixed 
where true joys are to be found; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  1 

Merciful Father, 
you gave Jesus Christ to be for us the bread of life, 
that those who come to him should never hunger. 
Draw us to our Lord in faith and love, 
COLLECT TWO 
POST COMMUNION 
that we may eat and drink with him at his table in the kingdom, 
where he is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, 
now and for ever.  2 

The Second Sunday before Lent 
Occurrence depends on date of  Easter. 
O Lord God, 
who seest that we put not our trust 
in any thing that we do; 
Mercifully grant that by thy power 
we may be defended against all adversity; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord. 

Almighty God, 
you have created the heavens and the earth 
and made us in your own image: 
Teach us to discern your hand in all your works 
and your likeness in all your children; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord, 
who with you and the Holy Spirit 
reigns supreme over all things, now and for ever.  2 

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COLLECT TWO 

 God our creator, 
by your gift the tree of life was set at the heart 
of the earthly paradise, 
and the Bread of life at the heart of your Church. 
POST COMMUNION 
May we who have been nourished at your table on earth 
be transformed by the glory of the Saviour's Cross 
and enjoy the delights of eternity; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  11 

The Sunday before Lent 

O Lord, 
who hast taught us that all our doings without charity 
are nothing worth; 
Send thy Holy Spirit, 
COLLECT ONE 
and pour into our hearts that most excellent gift of charity, 
the very bond of peace and of all virtues, 
without which whosoever liveth is counted dead before thee; 
Grant this for thine only Son Jesus Christ's sake. 
Almighty Father, 
whose Son was revealed in majesty 
before he suffered death upon the cross: 
Give us grace to perceive his glory, 
that we may be strengthened to suffer with him 
and be changed into his likeness, from glory to glory; 
who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, 
one God, now and for ever.  7 

or 
O God, our teacher and our judge: 
Enrich our hearts with the goodness of your wisdom 
and renew us from within: 
that all our actions, all our thoughts and all our words 
may bear the fruit of your transforming grace; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  20 
COLLECT TWO 
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 Holy God 
we see your glory in the face of Jesus Christ. 
May we who are partakers at his table 
reflect his life in word and deed, 
that all the world may know 
his power to change and save. 
This we ask through Jesus Christ our Lord.   16 

or 

Lord, 
in this sacrament you have nourished us 
POST COMMUNION 
with the spiritual food of the body and blood of your dear Son. 
Not only with our lips 
but with our lives may we truly confess his name, 
and so enter the kingdom of heaven. 
We ask this through Christ our Lord.   24 
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 THE SEASON OF LENT 

Ash Wednesday 

Almighty and everlasting God, 
who hatest nothing that thou hast made, 
and dost forgive the sins of all them that are penitent; 
Create and make in us new and contrite hearts, 
that we worthily lamenting our sins, 
and acknowledging our wretchedness, 
may obtain of thee, the God of all mercy, 
perfect remission and forgiveness; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord. 
COLLECT ONE 
This collect may be said after the Collect of  the day until Easter Eve. 
Almighty and everlasting God, 
you hate nothing that you have made 
and forgive the sins of all those who are penitent: 
Create and make in us new and contrite hearts 
that we, worthily lamenting our sins 
and acknowledging our wretchedness, 
may receive from you, the God of all mercy, 
perfect remission and forgiveness; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  1 

Almighty God, 
you have given your only Son to be for us 
COLLECT TWO 
POST COMMUNION 
both a sacrifice for sin and also an example of godly life: 
Give us grace 
that we may always most thankfully receive 
these his inestimable gifts, 
and also daily endeavour ourselves 
to follow the blessed steps of his most holy life; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  1 
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 The First Sunday in Lent 

O Lord, 
who for our sake didst fast forty days and forty nights; 
Give us grace to use such abstinence, 
that, our flesh being subdued to the Spirit, 
we may ever obey thy godly motions 
in righteousness, and true holiness, 
to thy honour and glory, 
COLLECT ONE 
who livest and reignest with the Father and the Holy Spirit, 
one God, world without end. 
Almighty God, 
whose Son Jesus Christ fasted forty days in the wilderness, 
and was tempted as we are, yet without sin: 
Give us grace to discipline ourselves 
in obedience to your Spirit; 
and, as you know our weakness, 
so may we know your power to save; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  7 
Lord God, 
you renew us with the living bread from heaven. 
Nourish our faith, 
increase our hope, 
strengthen our love, 
and enable us to live by every word 
that proceeds from out of your mouth; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  17 
COLLECT TWO 
POST COMMUNION 
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 The Second Sunday in Lent 

Almighty God, 
COLLECT ONE 
who seest that we have no power of ourselves to help ourselves; 
Keep us both outwardly in our bodies, 
and inwardly in our souls; 
that we may be defended from all adversities 
which may happen to the body, 
and from all evil thoughts 
which may assault and hurt the soul; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord. 
Almighty God, 
you show to those who are in error the light of your truth 
that they may return to the way of righteousness: 
Grant to all those who are admitted 
into the fellowship of Christ's religion, 
that they may reject those things 
that are contrary to their profession, 
and follow all such things 
as are agreeable to the same; 
through our Lord Jesus Christ.  1 
Creator of heaven and earth, 
we thank you for these holy mysteries 
given us by our Lord Jesus Christ, 
by which we receive your grace 
and are assured of your love, 
which is through him now and for ever.  24 
COLLECT TWO 
POST COMMUNION 
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 The Third Sunday in Lent 

We beseech thee, Almighty God, 
mercifully to look upon thy people; 
that by thy great goodness 
COLLECT ONE 
they may be governed and preserved evermore, both in body and soul; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord. 
Merciful Lord, 
Grant your people grace to withstand the temptations 
of the world, the flesh and the devil 
COLLECT TWO 
and with pure hearts and minds to follow you, the only God; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  1 
Lord our God, 
you feed us in this life with bread from heaven, 
the pledge and foreshadowing of future glory. 
Grant that the working of this sacrament within us 
may bear fruit in our daily lives; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  20 

The Fourth Sunday in Lent 
Mothering Sunday 

Grant, we beseech thee, Almighty God, 
that we, who for our evil deeds 
do worthily deserve to be punished, 
POST COMMUNION 
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by the comfort of thy grace may mercifully be relieved; 
through our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. 
Lord God 
whose blessed Son our Saviour 
gave his back to the smiters 
and did not hide his face from shame: 
Give us grace to endure the sufferings of this present time 
with sure confidence in the glory that shall be revealed; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  1 

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COLLECT TWO 

 Or, for Mothering Sunday 

God of compassion, 
whose Son Jesus Christ, the child of Mary, 
shared the life of a home in Nazareth, 
and on the cross drew the whole human family to himself: 
Strengthen us in our daily living 
that in joy and in sorrow 
we may know the power of your presence 
to bind together and to heal; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  18 
Father, 
through your goodness 
we are refreshed through your Son 
in word and sacrament. 
May our faith be so strengthened and guarded 
that we may witness to your eternal love 
by our words and in our lives. 
Grant this for Jesus' sake, our Lord.  24 

Or, for Mothering Sunday 

Loving God, 
as a mother feeds her children at the breast, 
POST COMMUNION 
you feed us in this sacrament with spiritual food and drink. 
Help us who have tasted your goodness 
to grow in grace within the household of faith; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  18 
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 PASSIONTIDE 
The Fifth Sunday in Lent 

We beseech thee, Almighty God, 
look upon the hearty desires of thy humble servants, 
and stretch forth the right hand of thy Majesty, 
to be our defence against all our enemies; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord. 

Most merciful God, 
COLLECT ONE 
COLLECT TWO 
who by the death and resurrection of your Son Jesus Christ 
delivered and saved the world: 
Grant that by faith in him who suffered on the cross, 
we may triumph in the power of his victory; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  7 
God of hope, 
in this eucharist we have tasted 
the promise of your heavenly banquet 
and the richness of eternal life. 
May we who bear witness to the death of your Son, 
also proclaim the glory of his resurrection, 
for he is Lord for ever and ever.  16 

The Sixth Sunday in Lent:  Palm Sunday 

Almighty and everlasting God, 
who, of thy tender love towards mankind, 
hast sent thy Son, our Saviour Jesus Christ, 
to take upon him our flesh, 
and to suffer death upon the cross, 
POST COMMUNION 
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that all mankind should follow the example of his great humility; 
Mercifully grant, 
that we may both follow the example of his patience, 
and also be made partakers of his resurrection; 
through the same Jesus Christ our Lord. 

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 Almighty and everlasting God, 
who, in your tender love towards the human race, 
sent your Son our Saviour Jesus Christ 
to take upon him our flesh 
and to suffer death upon the cross: 
Grant that we may follow the example 
of his patience and humility, 
and also be made partakers of his resurrection; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord. 1 

Lord Jesus Christ, 
you humbled yourself in taking the form of a servant 
and in obedience died on the cross for our salvation. 
Give us the mind to follow you 
and to proclaim you as Lord and King, 
to the glory of God the Father.  2 

Monday in Holy Week 
Almighty and everlasting God, 
who, of thy tender love towards mankind, 
hast sent thy Son, our Saviour Jesus Christ, 
to take upon him our flesh, 
and to suffer death upon the cross, 
COLLECT TWO 
POST COMMUNION 
COLLECT ONE 
that all mankind should follow the example of his great humility; 
Mercifully grant, 
that we may both follow the example of his patience, 
and also be made partakers of his resurrection; 
through the same Jesus Christ our Lord. 
Almighty God, 
whose most dear Son went not up to joy, 
but first he suffered pain, 
and entered not into glory before he was crucified: 
Mercifully grant that we, walking in the way of his cross, 
may find it none other than the way of life and peace; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  2 
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 Lord Jesus Christ, 
you humbled yourself in taking the form of a servant 
and in obedience died on the cross for our salvation. 
Give us the mind to follow you 
and to proclaim you as Lord and King, 
to the glory of God the Father.  2 

Tuesday in Holy Week 

Almighty and everlasting God, 
who, of thy tender love towards mankind, 
hast sent thy Son, our Saviour Jesus Christ, 
to take upon him our flesh, 
and to suffer death upon the cross, 
POST COMMUNION 
COLLECT ONE 
that all mankind should follow the example of his great humility; 
Mercifully grant, 
that we may both follow the example of his patience, 
and also be made partakers of his resurrection; 
through the same Jesus Christ our Lord. 
O God, 
who by the passion of your blessed Son made 
an instrument of shameful death 
to be for us the means of life: 
Grant us so to glory in the cross of Christ, 
that we may gladly suffer pain and loss 
for the sake of your Son our Saviour Jesus Christ; 
who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, 
one God, now and for ever.   2 

Lord Jesus Christ, 
you humbled yourself in taking the form of a servant 
and in obedience died on the cross for our salvation. 
Give us the mind to follow you 
and to proclaim you as Lord and King, 
to the glory of God the Father.  2 

The Collects 
COLLECT TWO 
266 
POST COMMUNION 

 Wednesday in Holy Week 

Almighty and everlasting God, 
who, of thy tender love towards mankind, 
hast sent thy Son, our Saviour Jesus Christ, 
to take upon him our flesh, 
and to suffer death upon the cross, 
COLLECT ONE 
that all mankind should follow the example of his great humility; 
Mercifully grant, 
that we may both follow the example of his patience, 
and also be made partakers of his resurrection; 
through the same Jesus Christ our Lord. 
Lord God, 
whose blessed Son our Saviour 
gave his back to the smiters, 
and did not hide his face from shame: 
Give us grace to endure the sufferings 
of this present time, 
with sure confidence in the glory that shall be revealed; 
through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord.  2 
Lord Jesus Christ, 
you humbled yourself in taking the form of a servant 
and in obedience died on the cross for our salvation. 
Give us the mind to follow you 
and to proclaim you as Lord and King, 
to the glory of God the Father.  2 
COLLECT TWO 
POST COMMUNION 
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267 

 Maundy Thursday 

O Lord, 
COLLECT ONE 
who in a wonderful sacrament hast left us a memorial of thy passion; 
Grant us so to reverence the sacred mysteries of thy body and blood 
that we may perceive within ourselves 
the fruits of thy redemption; 
who livest and reignest with the Father and the Holy Spirit, 
one God, now and for ever.  26 

or 

Almighty and everlasting God, 
who, of thy tender love towards mankind, 
hast sent thy Son, our Saviour Jesus Christ, 
to take upon him our flesh, 
and to suffer death upon the cross, 
that all mankind should follow the example of his great humility; 
Mercifully grant, 
that we may both follow the example of his patience, 
and also be made partakers of his resurrection; 
through the same Jesus Christ our Lord. 
God our Father, 
you have invited us to share in the supper 
which your Son gave to his Church 
to proclaim his death until he comes: 
May he nourish us by his presence, 
and unite us in his love; 
who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, 
one God, now and for ever.  9 
COLLECT TWO 
268 
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 or 

Almighty God, 
at the Last Supper your Son Jesus Christ 
washed the disciples' feet 
and commanded them to love one another. 
Give us humility and obedience to be servants of others 
as he was the servant of all; 
who gave up his life and died for us, 
yet is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, 
one God, now and for ever.  2 
Lord Jesus Christ, 
in this wonderful sacrament 
you have given us a memorial of your passion. 
Grant us so to reverence the sacred mysteries 
of your body and blood 
that we may know within ourselves 
the fruits of your redemption, 
POST COMMUNION 
for you are alive and reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit, 
one God, now and for ever.  2 

or 

O God, 
your Son Jesus Christ has left us this meal of bread and wine 
in which we share his body and his blood. 
May we who celebrate this sign of his great love 
show in our lives the fruits of his redemption; 
who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, 
one God, now and for ever.  16 
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269 

 Good Friday 

Almighty God, 
we beseech thee graciously to behold this thy family, 
COLLECTS ONE 
for which our Lord Jesus Christ was contented to be betrayed, 
and given up into the hands of wicked men, 
and to suffer death upon the cross, 
who now liveth and reigneth with thee 
and the Holy Spirit, ever one God, world without end. 

Almighty and everlasting God, 
by whose Spirit the whole body of the Church 
is governed and sanctified; 
Receive our supplications and prayers, 
which we offer before thee for all estates of men 
in thy holy Church, 
that every member of the same, 
in his vocation and ministry, 
may truly and godly serve thee; 
through our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. 
Almighty Father, 
Look with mercy on this your family 
for which our Lord Jesus Christ 
was content to be betrayed 
and given up into the hands of sinners 
and to suffer death upon the cross; 
who is alive and glorified with you and the Holy Spirit, 
one God, now and for ever.  1 

No Post Communion is provided for Good Friday. 
COLLECT TWO 
270 
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 Easter Eve 

Grant, O Lord, 
that as we are baptized into the death 
of thy blessed Son our Saviour Jesus Christ, 
so by continual mortifying our corrupt affections 
we may be buried with him; 
and that, through the grave, and gate of death, 
we may pass to our joyful resurrection; 
for his merits, who died, and was buried, 
and rose again for us, 
thy Son Jesus Christ our Lord. 

Grant, Lord, 
that we who are baptized into the death 
of your Son our Saviour Jesus Christ 
may continually put to death our evil desires 
and be buried with him; 
and that through the grave and gate of death 
we may pass to our joyful resurrection; 
through his merits, who died and was buried 
and rose again for us, 
your Son Jesus Christ our Lord.  1 

No Post Communion is provided for Easter Eve. 
COLLECT ONE 
COLLECT TWO 
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271 

 EASTERTIDE 

The First Sunday of  Easter: Easter Day 

Almighty God, 
who through thine only-begotten Son Jesus Christ 
hast overcome death, 
and opened unto us the gate of everlasting life; 
We humbly beseech thee, 
that, as by thy special grace preventing us 
thou dost put into our minds good desires, 
COLLECT ONE 
so by thy continual help we may bring the same to good effect; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord, 
who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, 
ever one God, world without end. 
If  there are two celebrations of  the Holy Communion this collect may be used 
at the first. 
O God, 
who for our redemption didst give thine only-begotten Son 
to the death of the cross, 
and by his glorious resurrection 
hast delivered us from the power of our enemy; 
Grant us so to die daily from sin, 
that we may evermore live with him in the joy of his resurrection; 
through the same Christ our Lord. 
Almighty God, 
through your only-begotten Son Jesus Christ 
you have overcome death 
and opened to us the gate of everlasting life: 
Grant that, as by your grace going before us 
you put into our minds good desires, 
COLLECT TWO 
272 
so by your continual help we may bring them to good effect; 
through Jesus Christ our risen Lord 
who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, 
one God, now and for ever.  1 

The Collects 

 Living God, 
for our redemption you gave your only-begotten Son 
to the death of the cross, 
and by his glorious resurrection 
you have delivered us from the power of our enemy. 
Grant us so to die daily unto sin, 
POST COMMUNION 
that we may evermore live with him in the joy of his risen life; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  4 

The Second Sunday of  Easter 
Almighty Father, 
who hast given thine only Son to die for our sins, 
and to rise again for our justification; 
Grant us so to put away the leaven 
of malice and wickedness, 
COLLECT ONE 
that we may alway serve thee in pureness of living and truth; 
through the merits of the same thy Son 
Jesus Christ our Lord. 
Almighty Father, 
you have given your only Son to die for our sins 
and to rise again for our justification: 
Grant us so to put away the leaven 
of malice and wickedness 
COLLECT TWO 
that we may always serve you in pureness of living and truth; 
through the merits of your Son 
Jesus Christ our Lord. 

Lord God our Father, 
through our Saviour Jesus Christ 
you have assured your children of eternal life 
and in baptism have made us one with him. 
Deliver us from the death of sin 
and raise us to new life in your love, 
in the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, 
by the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ.  7 
1 
POST COMMUNION 
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273 

 The Third Sunday of  Easter 

Almighty God, 
who hast given thine only Son 
to be unto us both a sacrifice for sin, 
and also an ensample of godly life; 
Give us grace that we may always 
most thankfully receive that his inestimable benefit, 
and also daily endeavour ourselves 
to follow the blessed steps of his most holy life; 
through the same Jesus Christ our Lord. 

Almighty Father, 
who in your great mercy gladdened the disciples 
with the sight of the risen Lord: 
Give us such knowledge of his presence with us, 
that we may be strengthened 
and sustained by his risen life 
and serve you continually in righteousness and truth; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  7 

Living God, 
your Son made himself known to his disciples 
in the breaking of bread. 
Open the eyes of our faith, 
that we may see him in all his redeeming work; 
who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, 
one God, now and for ever.  16 
COLLECT ONE 
COLLECT TWO 
POST COMMUNION 
274 
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 The Fourth Sunday of  Easter 

Almighty God, 
who showest to them that be in error 
the light of thy truth, 
to the intent that they may return 
into the way of righteousness; 
Grant unto all them that are admitted 
into the fellowship of Christ's Religion, 
that they may eschew those things 
that are contrary to their profession, 
and follow all such things as are agreeable to the same; 
through our Lord Jesus Christ. 

Almighty God, 
whose Son Jesus Christ is the resurrection and the life: 
Raise us, who trust in him, 
from the death of sin to the life of righteousness, 
that we may seek those things which are above, 
where he reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, 
one God, now and for ever.  7 

Merciful Father, 
COLLECT ONE 
COLLECT TWO 
POST COMMUNION 
you gave your Son Jesus Christ to be the good shepherd, 
and in his love for us to lay down his life and rise again. 
Keep us always under his protection, 
and give us grace to follow in his steps; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  2 
This may be used as Collect Two in year B. 
The Collects 
275 

 The Fifth Sunday of  Easter 

O Almighty God, 
COLLECT ONE 
who alone canst order the unruly wills and affections of sinful men; 
Grant unto thy people, 
that they may love the thing which thou commandest, 
and desire that which thou dost promise; 
that so, among the sundry and manifold changes of the world, 
our hearts may surely there be fixed, 
where true joys are to be found; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord. 
Lord of all life and power, 
who through the mighty resurrection of your Son 
overcame the old order of sin and death 
to make all things new in him: 
Grant that we, being dead to sin 
and alive to you in Jesus Christ, 
may reign with him in glory; 
to whom with you and the Holy Spirit 
be praise and honour, glory and might, 
now and in all eternity.  7 

Eternal God, 
in word and sacrament 
COLLECT TWO 
POST COMMUNION 
we proclaim your truth in Jesus Christ and share his life. 
In his strength may we ever walk in his way, 
who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, 
one God, now and for ever.  24 
276 
The Collects 

 The Sixth Sunday of  Easter: Rogation Sunday 

O Lord, 
from whom all good things do come; 
Grant to us thy humble servants, 
that by thy holy inspiration 
we may think those things that be good, 
and by thy merciful guiding may perform the same; 
through our Lord Jesus Christ. 

God our redeemer, 
you have delivered us from the power of darkness 
and brought us into the kingdom of your Son: 
Grant, that as by his death he has recalled us to life, 
COLLECT ONE 
COLLECT TWO 
so by his continual presence in us he may raise us to eternal joy; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  9 
God our Father, 
whose Son Jesus Christ gives the water of eternal life: 
May we also thirst for you, 
the spring of life and source of goodness, 
through him who is alive and reigns with you 
and the Holy Spirit, 
one God, now and for ever.  16 
POST COMMUNION 
The Ascension Day 

Grant, we beseech thee, Almighty God, 
that like as we do believe thy only-begotten Son 
our Lord Jesus Christ 
to have ascended into the heavens; 
So we may also in heart and mind thither ascend, 
and with him continually dwell, 
who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, 
one God, world without end. 
COLLECT ONE 
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277 

 Grant, we pray, Almighty God, 
COLLECT TWO 
that as we believe your only-begotten Son our Lord Jesus Christ 
to have ascended into the heavens; 
so we in heart and mind may also ascend 
and with him continually dwell; 
who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, 
one God, now and for ever.  1 
God our Father, 
you have raised our humanity in Christ 
and feed us with the bread of heaven. 
POST COMMUNION 
Mercifully grant that, nourished with such spiritual blessings, 
we may set our hearts in the heavenly places; 
where he now lives and reigns for ever.  10 

The Seventh Sunday of  Easter: 
Sunday after Ascension Day 
O God the King of glory, 
who hast exalted thine only Son Jesus Christ 
with great triumph unto thy kingdom in heaven; 
We beseech thee, leave us not comfortless; 
but send to us thine Holy Spirit to comfort us, 
and exalt us unto the same place 
whither our Saviour Christ is gone before, 
who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, 
one God, world without end. 

O God the King of Glory, 
you have exalted your only Son Jesus Christ 
with great triumph to your kingdom in heaven: 
Mercifully give us faith to know 
that, as he promised, 
he abides with us on earth to the end of time; 
who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, 
one God, now and for ever.  16 

The Collects 
COLLECT ONE 
278 
COLLECT TWO 

 Eternal Giver of love and power, 
your Son Jesus Christ has sent us into all the world 
to preach the gospel of his kingdom. 
Confirm us in this mission, 
and help us to live the good news we proclaim; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  16 

Day of  Pentecost: Whitsunday 

God, 
POST COMMUNION 
COLLECT ONE 
who as at this time didst teach the hearts of thy faithful people, 
by the sending to them the light of thy Holy Spirit; 
Grant us by the same Spirit 
to have a right judgment in all things, 
and evermore to rejoice in his holy comfort; 
through the merits of Christ Jesus our Saviour, 
who liveth and reigneth with thee, 
in the unity of the same Spirit, one God, world without end. 
Almighty God, 
who on the day of Pentecost 
sent your Holy Spirit to the apostles 
with the wind from heaven and in tongues of flame, 
filling them with joy and boldness to preach the gospel: 
By the power of the same Spirit 
strengthen us to witness to your truth 
and to draw everyone to the fire of your love; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  2 
Faithful God, 
who fulfilled the promises of Easter 
by sending us your Holy Spirit 
COLLECT TWO 
POST COMMUNION 
and opening to every race and nation the way of life eternal: 
Open our lips by your Spirit, 
that every tongue may tell of your glory; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  16 
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279 

 AFTER PENTECOST TO BEFORE ADVENT 

Weekdays after the Day of  Pentecost 

O Lord, 
from whom all good things do come; 
Grant to us thy humble servants, 
that by thy holy inspiration 
we may think those things that be good, 
and by thy merciful guiding may perform the same; 
through our Lord Jesus Christ. 

O Lord, from whom all good things come: 
Grant to us your humble servants, 
that, by your holy inspiration 
we may think those things that be good, 
and by your merciful guiding may perform the same; 
through our Lord Jesus Christ.  1 

Gracious God, lover of all, 
in this sacrament 
we are one family in Christ your Son, 
one in the sharing of his body and blood, 
and one in the communion of his Spirit. 
Help us to grow in love for one another 
and come to the full maturity of the Body of Christ. 
COLLECT ONE 
COLLECT TWO 
POST COMMUNION 
We make our prayer through your Son our Saviour.  16 
280 
The Collects 

 Trinity Sunday 

Almighty and everlasting God, 
who hast given unto us thy servants grace 
by the confession of a true faith 
to acknowledge the glory of the eternal Trinity, 
COLLECT ONE 
and in the power of the Divine Majesty to worship the Unity; 
We beseech thee, 
that thou wouldest keep us steadfast in this faith, 
and evermore defend us from all adversities, 
who livest and reignest, one God, world without end. 
Almighty and everlasting God, 
you have given us your servants grace, 
by the confession of a true faith, 
to acknowledge the glory of the eternal Trinity 
COLLECT TWO 
and in the power of the divine majesty to worship the Unity: 
Keep us steadfast in this faith, 
that we may evermore be defended from all adversities; 
for you live and reign, one God, for ever and ever.  1 
Almighty God, 
may we who have received this holy communion, 
worship you with lips and lives 
proclaiming your majesty 
and finally see you in your eternal glory: 
Holy and Eternal Trinity, 
one God, now and for ever.  24 
POST COMMUNION 
The Collects 
281 

 The First Sunday after Trinity 

O God, 
the strength of all them that put their trust in thee; 
Mercifully accept our prayers; 
and because through the weakness of our mortal nature 
COLLECT ONE 
we can do no good thing without thee, grant us the help of thy grace, 
that in keeping of thy commandments 
we may please thee both in will and deed; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord. 
God, 
the strength of all those who put their trust in you: 
Mercifully accept our prayers 
and, because through the weakness of our mortal nature 
COLLECT TWO 
we can do no good thing without you, grant us the help of your grace, 
that in the keeping of your commandments 
we may please you, both in will and deed; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  1 
Eternal Father, 
we thank you for nourishing us 
with these heavenly gifts. 
May our communion strengthen us in faith, 
build us up in hope, 
and make us grow in love; 
for the sake of Jesus Christ our Lord.  8 

The Second Sunday after Trinity 
O Lord, 
who never failest to help and govern them 
POST COMMUNION 
COLLECT ONE 
282 
whom thou dost bring up in thy steadfast fear and love; 
Keep us, we beseech thee, 
under the protection of thy good providence, 
and make us to have a perpetual fear and love of thy holy Name; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord. 

The Collects 

 Lord, you have taught us 
that all our doings without love are nothing worth: 
Send your Holy Spirit 
and pour into our hearts that most excellent gift of love, 
the true bond of peace and of all virtues, 
without which whoever lives is counted dead before you. 
Grant this for your only Son Jesus Christ's sake.  1 
Loving Father, 
COLLECT TWO 
POST COMMUNION 
we thank you for feeding us at the supper of your Son. 
Sustain us with your Spirit, 
that we may serve you here on earth 
until our joy is complete in heaven, 
and we share in the eternal banquet 
with Jesus Christ our Lord.  8 

The Third Sunday after Trinity 

O Lord, 
we beseech thee mercifully to hear us; 
and grant that we, to whom thou hast given 
an hearty desire to pray, 
may by thy mighty aid be defended and comforted 
in all dangers and adversities; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord. 

Almighty God, 
you have broken the tyranny of sin 
and have sent the Spirit of your Son into our hearts 
whereby we call you Father: 
Give us grace to dedicate our freedom to your service, 
that we and all creation may be brought 
to the glorious liberty of the children of God; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  7 
COLLECT ONE 
COLLECT TWO 
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283 

 O God, 
whose beauty is beyond our imagining 
and whose power we cannot comprehend: 
Give us a glimpse of your glory on earth 
but shield us from knowing more than we can bear 
until we may look upon you without fear; 
through Jesus Christ our Saviour.  3 

The Fourth Sunday after Trinity 

O God, the protector of all that trust in thee, 
without whom nothing is strong, nothing is holy; 
Increase and multiply upon us thy mercy; 
that, thou being our ruler and guide, 
we may so pass through things temporal, 
that we finally lose not the things eternal: 
Grant this, O heavenly Father, 
for Jesus Christ's sake our Lord. 

O God, the protector of all who trust in you, 
without whom nothing is strong, nothing is holy: 
Increase and multiply upon us your mercy; 
that with you as our ruler and guide, 
we may so pass through things temporal 
that we finally lose not the things eternal: 
Grant this, heavenly Father, 
for Jesus Christ's sake, our Lord.  1 

Eternal God, 
comfort of the afflicted and healer of the broken, 
you have fed us at the table of life and hope. 
Teach us the ways of gentleness and peace, 
that all the world may acknowledge 
the kingdom of your Son Jesus Christ our Lord.  16 
POST COMMUNION 
COLLECT ONE 
COLLECT TWO 
POST COMMUNION 
284 
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 The Fifth Sunday after Trinity 

Grant, O Lord, we beseech thee, 
that the course of this world 
may be so peaceably ordered by thy governance, 
that thy Church may joyfully serve thee 
in all godly quietness; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord. 

Almighty and everlasting God, 
by whose Spirit the whole body of the Church 
is governed and sanctified: 
COLLECT ONE 
COLLECT TWO 
Hear our prayer which we offer for all your faithful people, 
that in their vocation and ministry 
they may serve you in holiness and truth 
to the glory of your name; 
through our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.  1 
Holy and blessed God, 
as you give us the body and blood of your Son, 
guide us with your Holy Spirit, 
that we may honour you not only with our lips 
but also with our lives; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  16 
POST COMMUNION 
The Sixth Sunday after Trinity 

O God, 
who hast prepared for them that love thee 
such good things as pass man's understanding; 
Pour into our hearts such love toward thee, 
that we, loving thee above all things, 
may obtain thy promises, 
which exceed all that we can desire; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord. 
COLLECT ONE 
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285 

 Merciful God, 
you have prepared for those who love you 
such good things as pass our understanding: 
Pour into our hearts such love toward you 
that we, loving you above all things, 
may obtain your promises, 
which exceed all that we can desire; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  1 

God of our pilgrimage, 
you have led us to the living water. 
Refresh and sustain us 
as we go forward on our journey, 
in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord.  16 

The Seventh Sunday after Trinity 

Lord of all power and might, 
who art the author and giver of all good things; 
Graft in our hearts the love of thy Name, 
increase in us true religion, 
nourish us with all goodness, 
and of thy great mercy keep us in the same; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord. 

Lord of all power and might, 
the author and giver of all good things: 
Graft in our hearts the love of your name, 
increase in us true religion, 
nourish us with all goodness, 
and of your great mercy keep us in the same; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  1 
COLLECT TWO 
POST COMMUNION 
COLLECT ONE 
COLLECT TWO 
286 
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 Lord God, 
whose Son is the true vine and the source of life, 
ever giving himself that the world may live: 
May we so receive within ourselves 
the power of his death and passion 
that, in his saving cup, 
POST COMMUNION 
we may share his glory and be made perfect in his love; 
for he is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, 
now and for ever.  8 

The Eighth Sunday after Trinity 
O God, 
whose never-failing providence ordereth all things 
both in heaven and earth; 
We humbly beseech thee to put away from us 
all hurtful things, 
and to give us those things which be profitable for us; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord. 

Blessed are you, O Lord, 
and blessed are those who observe and keep your law: 
Help us to seek you with our whole heart, 
to delight in your commandments 
and to walk in the glorious liberty 
given us by your Son, Jesus Christ.   15 
Strengthen for service, Lord, 
the hands that holy things have taken; 
may the ears which have heard your word 
be deaf to clamour and dispute; 
COLLECT ONE 
COLLECT TWO 
POST COMMUNION 
may the tongues which have sung your praise be free from deceit; 
may the eyes which have seen the tokens of your love 
shine with the light of hope; 
and may the bodies which have been fed with your body 
be refreshed with the fulness of your life; 
glory to you for ever.  18 

The Collects 
287 

 The Ninth Sunday after Trinity 

Grant to us, Lord, we beseech thee, 
the spirit to think and do always 
such things as be rightful; 
that we, who cannot do any thing 
that is good without thee, 
may by thee be enabled to live according to thy will; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord. 

Almighty God, 
who sent your Holy Spirit 
to be the life and light of your Church: 
Open our hearts to the riches of his grace, 
that we may bring forth the fruit of the Spirit 
in love and joy and peace; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  2 

Holy Father, 
who gathered us here around the table of your Son 
to share this meal with the whole household of God: 
COLLECT ONE 
COLLECT TWO 
POST COMMUNION 
In that new world where you reveal the fulness of your peace, 
gather people of every race and language 
to share in the eternal banquet 
of Jesus Christ our Lord.  19 
The Tenth Sunday after Trinity 

Let thy merciful ears, O Lord, 
be open to the prayers of thy humble servants; 
and that they may obtain their petitions, 
make them to ask such things as shall please thee; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord. 
COLLECT ONE 
288 
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 Let your merciful ears, O Lord, 
be open to the prayers of your humble servants; 
and that they may obtain their petitions, 
make them to ask such things as shall please you; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  1 

O God, 
as we are strengthened by these holy mysteries, 
so may our lives be a continual offering, 
holy and acceptable in your sight; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  16 

The Eleventh Sunday after Trinity 

O God, 
who declarest thy almighty power 
most chiefly in shewing mercy and pity; 
Mercifully grant unto us such a measure of thy grace, 
that we, running the way of thy commandments, 
may obtain thy gracious promises, 
and be made partakers of thy heavenly treasure; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord. 

O God, 
you declare your almighty power 
most chiefly in showing mercy and pity: 
Mercifully grant to us such a measure of your grace, 
that we, running the way of your commandments, 
may receive your gracious promises, 
and be made partakers of your heavenly treasure; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  1 
COLLECT TWO 
POST COMMUNION 
COLLECT ONE 
COLLECT TWO 
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289 

 Lord of all mercy, 
we your faithful people have celebrated 
the memorial of that single sacrifice 
POST COMMUNION 
which takes away our sins and brings pardon and peace. 
By our communion 
keep us firm on the foundation of the gospel 
and preserve us from all sin; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  10 

The Twelfth Sunday after Trinity 
Almighty and everlasting God, 
who art always more ready to hear than we to pray, 
COLLECT ONE 
and art wont to give more than either we desire, or deserve; 
Pour down upon us the abundance of thy mercy; 
forgiving us those things whereof our conscience is afraid, 
and giving us those good things 
which we are not worthy to ask, 
but through the merits and mediation 
of Jesus Christ, thy Son, our Lord. 
Almighty and everlasting God, 
you are always more ready to hear than we to pray 
and to give more than either we desire, or deserve: 
Pour down upon us the abundance of your mercy, 
COLLECT TWO 
forgiving us those things of which our conscience is afraid, 
and giving us those good things 
which we are not worthy to ask 
save through the merits and mediation 
of Jesus Christ your Son our Lord.  1 
God of compassion, 
in this eucharist we know again your forgiveness 
and the healing power of your love. 
Grant that we who are made whole in Christ 
POST COMMUNION 
290 
may bring that forgiveness and healing to this broken world, 
in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord.  16 

The Collects 

 The Thirteenth Sunday after Trinity 

Almighty and merciful God, 
of whose only gift it cometh 
COLLECT ONE 
that thy faithful people do unto thee true and laudable service; 
Grant, we beseech thee, 
that we may so faithfully serve thee in this life, 
that we fail not finally to attain thy heavenly promises; 
through the merits of Jesus Christ our Lord. 
Almighty God, 
who called your Church to bear witness 
that you were in Christ reconciling the world to yourself: 
Help us to proclaim the good news of your love, 
that all who hear it may be drawn to you; 
through him who was lifted up on the cross, 
and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, 
one God, now and for ever.  7 
God our creator, 
you feed your children with the true manna, 
the living bread from heaven. 
COLLECT TWO 
POST COMMUNION 
Let this holy food sustain us through our earthly pilgrimage 
until we come to that place 
where hunger and thirst are no more; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  12 
The Fourteenth Sunday after Trinity 

Almighty and everlasting God, 
Give unto us the increase of faith, hope, and charity; 
and, that we may obtain that which thou dost promise, 
make us to love that which thou dost command; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord. 
COLLECT ONE 
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291 

 Almighty God, 
whose only Son has opened for us 
a new and living way into your presence: 
Give us pure hearts and steadfast wills 
to worship you in spirit and in truth, 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  7 

Lord God, 
the source of truth and love: 
COLLECT TWO 
POST COMMUNION 
Keep us faithful to the apostles' teaching and fellowship, 
united in prayer and the breaking of bread, 
and one in joy and simplicity of heart, 
in Jesus Christ our Lord.  13 

The Fifteenth Sunday after Trinity 
Keep, we beseech thee, 
O Lord, thy Church with thy perpetual mercy; 
COLLECT ONE 
and, because the frailty of man without thee cannot but fall, 
keep us ever by thy help from all things hurtful, 
and lead us to all things profitable to our salvation; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord. 
God, 
who in generous mercy sent the Holy Spirit 
upon your Church in the burning fire of your love: 
Grant that your people may be fervent 
in the fellowship of the gospel; 
that, always abiding in you, 
they may be found steadfast in faith and active in service; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  12 
Eternal God, 
we have received these tokens of your promise. 
May we who have been nourished with holy things 
live as faithful heirs of your promised kingdom. 
We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord.  16 

The Collects 
COLLECT TWO 
292 
POST COMMUNION 

 The Sixteenth Sunday after Trinity 

O Lord, we beseech thee, 
let thy continual pity cleanse and defend thy Church; 
COLLECT ONE 
and, because it cannot continue in safety without thy succour, 
preserve it evermore by thy help and goodness; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord. 
O Lord, 
Hear the prayers of your people who call upon you; 
and grant that they may both perceive and know 
what things they ought to do, 
COLLECT TWO 
and also may have grace and power faithfully to fulfil them; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  1 
God of mercy, 
through our sharing in this holy sacrament 
you make us one body in Christ. 
Fashion us in his likeness here on earth, 
that we may share his glorious company in heaven, 
where he lives and reigns now and for ever.  20 
POST COMMUNION 
The Seventeenth Sunday after Trinity 
Lord, we pray thee 
that thy grace may always prevent and follow us, 
and make us continually to be given to all good works; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord. 

Almighty God, 
you have made us for yourself, 
and our hearts are restless till they find their rest in you: 
Teach us to offer ourselves to your service, 
that here we may have your peace, 
and in the world to come may see you face to face; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  2 
COLLECT ONE 
COLLECT TWO 
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293 

 God our guide, 
you feed us with bread from heaven 
as you fed your people Israel. 
May we who have been inwardly nourished 
be ready to follow you 
all the days of  our pilgrimage on earth, 
until we come to your kingdom in heaven. 
This we ask in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord.  16 

The Eighteenth Sunday after Trinity 

Lord, we beseech thee, 
Grant thy people grace to withstand the temptations 
of the world, the flesh, and the devil, 
and with pure hearts and minds to follow thee 
the only God; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord. 

Almighty and everlasting God: 
Increase in us your gift of faith 
that, forsaking what lies behind, 
we may run the way of your commandments 
and win the crown of everlasting joy; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  7 

All praise and thanks, O Christ, 
for this sacred banquet, 
in which by faith we receive you, 
the memory of your passion is renewed, 
our lives are filled with grace, 
and a pledge of future glory given, 
to feast at that table where you reign 
with all your saints for ever.  21 
POST COMMUNION 
COLLECT ONE 
COLLECT TWO 
POST COMMUNION 
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 The Nineteenth Sunday after Trinity 
The Fifth Sunday before Advent takes precedence. 

O God, 
forasmuch as without thee 
we are not able to please thee; 
Mercifully grant, that thy Holy Spirit 
may in all things direct and rule our hearts; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord. 

O God, 
without you we are not able to please you; 
Mercifully grant that your Holy Spirit 
may in all things direct and rule our hearts; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  1 

Holy and blessed God, 
you feed us with the body and blood  of your Son 
and fill us with your Holy Spirit. 
May we honour you, 
not only with our lips but in lives dedicated 
to the service of Jesus Christ our Lord.  19 

The Twentieth Sunday after Trinity 
The Fifth Sunday before Advent takes precedence. 

O almighty and most merciful God, 
of thy bountiful goodness keep us, we beseech thee, 
from all things that may hurt us; 
that we, being ready both in body and soul, 
may cheerfully accomplish those things 
that thou wouldest have done; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord. 
COLLECT ONE 
COLLECT TWO 
POST COMMUNION 
COLLECT ONE 
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295 

 Almighty God, 
COLLECT TWO 
whose Holy Spirit equips your Church with a rich variety of gifts: 
Grant us so to use them that, living the gospel of Christ 
and eager to do your will, 
we may share with the whole creation in the joys of eternal life; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  7 
God our Father, 
whose Son, the light unfailing, 
has come from heaven to deliver the world 
from the darkness of ignorance: 
POST COMMUNION 
Let these holy mysteries open the eyes of our understanding 
that we may know the way of life, and walk in it without stumbling; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  12 

The Twenty-first Sunday after Trinity 
The Fifth Sunday before Advent takes precedence. 
Grant, we beseech thee, merciful Lord, 
to thy faithful people pardon and peace; 
that they may be cleansed from all their sins, 
and serve thee with a quiet mind; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord. 

Merciful Lord, 
Grant to your faithful people pardon and peace, 
that we may be cleansed from all our sins 
and serve you with a quiet mind; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  1 

Father of light, 
in whom is no change or shadow of turning, 
you give us every good and perfect gift 
and have brought us to birth by your word of truth. 
May we be a living sign of that kingdom, 
where your whole creation will be made perfect 
in Jesus Christ our Lord.  14 

The Collects 
COLLECT ONE 
296 
COLLECT TWO 
POST COMMUNION 

 The Fifth Sunday before Advent 

Blessed Lord, 
COLLECT ONE 
who hast caused all holy Scriptures to be written for our learning; 
Grant that we may in such wise hear them, 
read, mark, learn and inwardly digest them, 
that by patience, and comfort of thy holy Word, 
we may embrace, and ever hold fast 
the blessed hope of everlasting life, 
which thou hast given us in our Saviour Jesus Christ. 
Blessed Lord, 
COLLECT TWO 
who caused all holy Scriptures to be written for our learning: 
Help us to hear them, 
to read, mark, learn and inwardly digest them 
that, through patience, and the comfort of your holy word, 
we may embrace and for ever hold fast 
the blessed hope of everlasting life, 
which you have given us  in our Saviour Jesus Christ.  1 

God of all grace,                POST COMMUNION 
your Son Jesus Christ fed the hungry 
with the bread of his life and the word of his kingdom. 
Renew your people with your heavenly grace, 
and in all our weakness 
sustain us by your true and living bread, 
who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, 
one God, now and for ever.  16 
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297 

 All Saints' Day 
1 November 
May be observed on the nearest Sunday. 

O almighty God, 
who hast knit together thine elect 
in one communion and fellowship, 
in the mystical body of thy Son Christ our Lord; 
Grant us so to follow thy blessed saints 
in all virtuous and godly living, 
that we may come to those unspeakable joys, 
COLLECT ONE 
which thou hast prepared for them that unfeignedly love thee; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord. 
Almighty God, 
you have knit together your elect 
in one communion and fellowship 
in the mystical body of your Son Christ our Lord: 
Grant us grace so to follow your blessed saints 
in all virtuous and godly living 
that we may come to those inexpressible joys 
that you have prepared for those who truly love you; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  1 

God, the source of all holiness 
and giver of all good things: 
May we, who have shared at this table 
as strangers and pilgrims here on earth, 
be welcomed with all your saints 
to the heavenly feast on the day of your kingdom; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  8 
COLLECT TWO 
POST COMMUNION 
298 
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 The Fourth Sunday before Advent 

O God, our refuge and strength, 
who art the author of all godliness; 
Be ready, we beseech thee, to hear 
the devout prayers of thy Church; 
and grant that those things which we ask faithfully 
we may obtain effectually; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord. 

Almighty and eternal God, 
COLLECT ONE 
COLLECT TWO 
you have kindled the flame of love in the hearts of the saints: 
Grant to us the same faith and power of love, 
that, as we rejoice in their triumphs, 
we may be sustained by their example and fellowship; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  8 
Lord of heaven, 
in this eucharist you have brought us near 
to an innumerable company of angels 
and to the spirits of the saints made perfect. 
As in this food of our earthly pilgrimage 
we have shared their fellowship, 
so may we come to share their joy in heaven; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  12 

The Third Sunday before Advent 

O Lord, we beseech thee, 
absolve thy people from their offences; 
that through thy bountiful goodness 
we may all be delivered from the bonds of those sins, 
which by our frailty we have committed; 
Grant this, O heavenly Father, for Jesus Christ's sake, 
our blessed Lord and Saviour. 
POST COMMUNION 
COLLECT ONE 
The Collects 
299 

 Almighty Father, 
whose will is to restore all things 
in your beloved Son, the king of all: 
Govern the hearts and minds of those in authority, 
and bring the families of the nations, 
divided and torn apart by the ravages of sin, 
to be subject to his just and gentle rule; 
who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, 
one God, now and for ever.  7 

God of peace, 
whose Son Jesus Christ proclaimed the kingdom 
and restored the broken to wholeness of life: 
Look with compassion on the anguish of the world, 
and by your healing power 
make whole both people and nations; 
through our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.  7 
COLLECT TWO 
POST COMMUNION 
The Second Sunday before Advent 

O God, 
whose blessed Son was manifested 
that he might destroy the works of the devil, 
and make us the sons of God, and heirs of eternal life; 
Grant us, we beseech thee, that, having this hope, 
we may purify ourselves, even as he is pure; 
COLLECT ONE 
that when he shall appear again with power and great glory, 
we may be made like unto him 
in his eternal and glorious kingdom; 
where with thee, O Father, and thee, O Holy Spirit, 
he liveth and reigneth, ever one God, world without end. 
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The Collects 

 Heavenly Father, 
COLLECT TWO 
whose blessed Son was revealed to destroy the works of the devil 
and to make us the children of God and heirs of eternal life: 
Grant that we, having this hope, 
may purify ourselves even as he is pure; 
that when he shall appear in power and great glory, 
we may be made like him 
in his eternal and glorious kingdom; 
where he is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, 
one God, now and for ever.  1 
Gracious Lord, 
in this holy sacrament you give substance to our hope. 
Bring us at the last to that pure life for which we long, 
through Jesus Christ our Saviour.  8 
POST COMMUNION 
The Sunday before Advent: 
The Kingship of  Christ 

Stir up, we beseech thee, O Lord, 
the wills of thy faithful people; 
COLLECT ONE 
that they, plenteously bringing forth the fruit of good works, 
may of thee be plenteously rewarded; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord. 
Eternal Father, 
whose Son Jesus Christ ascended to the throne of heaven 
that he might rule over all things as Lord and King: 
Keep the Church in the unity of the Spirit 
and in the bond of peace, 
and bring the whole created order to worship at his feet, 
who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, 
one God, now and for ever.  2 
COLLECT TWO 
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301 

 Stir up, O Lord, 
the wills of your faithful people; 
that plenteously bearing  the fruit of good works 
they may by you be plenteously rewarded; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  1 

Weekdays of  the week before Advent 

Stir up, we beseech thee, O Lord, 
the wills of thy faithful people; 
POST COMMUNION 
COLLECT ONE 
that they, plenteously bringing forth the fruit of good works, 
may of thee be plenteously rewarded; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord. 
Stir up, O Lord, 
the wills of your faithful people; 
that plenteously bearing the fruit of good works 
they may by you be plenteously rewarded; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  1 

All powerful God, 
by giving us a share in these divine mysteries 
you gladden our hearts. 
Remain with us now 
and let us never be separated from you. 
Grant this through Jesus Christ our Lord.  20 
COLLECT TWO 
POST COMMUNION 
302 
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 Festivals 

The Naming and Circumcision of Jesus 

Almighty God, 
who madest thy blessed Son to be circumcised, 
and obedient to the law for man; 
Grant us the true circumcision of the Spirit; 
that, our hearts and all our members being mortified 
from all worldly and carnal lusts, 
we may in all things obey thy holy will; 
through the same thy Son Jesus Christ our Lord. 

Almighty God, 
whose blessed Son was circumcised 
in obedience to the law for our sake 
and given the Name that declares your saving love: 
Give us grace faithfully to bear his Name, 
to worship him in the freedom of the Spirit, 
and to proclaim him as the Saviour of the world; 
who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, 
one God, now and for ever.  1 

Eternal God, 
whose incarnate Son was given the name of Saviour: 
1 January 

COLLECT ONE 
COLLECT TWO 
POST COMMUNION 
Grant that we who have shared in this sacrament of our salvation 
may live out our years 
in the power of the name of Jesus Christ our Lord.  1 
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303 

 The Conversion of Saint Paul 

O God, 
25 January 

COLLECT ONE 
who, through the preaching of the blessed apostle Saint Paul, 
hast caused the light of the Gospel 
to shine throughout the world; 
Grant, we beseech thee, 
that we, having his wonderful conversion in remembrance, 
may shew forth our thankfulness unto thee for the same, 
by following the holy doctrine which he taught; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord. 
Almighty God, 
who caused the light of the gospel 
to shine throughout the world 
through the preaching of your servant Saint Paul: 
Grant that we who celebrate his wonderful conversion 
may follow him in bearing witness to your truth; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  1 

Gracious God, 
COLLECT TWO 
POST COMMUNION 
you filled your apostle Paul with love for all the churches. 
May this sacrament which we have received 
foster love and unity among your people. 
This we ask in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord.  16 
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Saint Brigid 

Father, 
by the leadership of thy blessed servant Brigid 
thou didst strengthen the Church in this land; 
As we give thee thanks for her life of devoted service, 
inspire us with new life and light, 
and give us perseverance to serve thee all our days; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord. 

The Collects 
1 February 

COLLECT ONE 

 Father, 
by the leadership of your blessed servant Brigid 
you strengthened the Church in this land: 
As we give you thanks for her life of devoted service, 
inspire us with new life and light, 
and give us perseverance to serve you all our days; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  2 

God of truth, 
whose Wisdom set her table and invited us to eat 
the bread and drink the wine of the kingdom. 
Help us to lay aside all foolishness 
and to live and walk in the way of insight, 
that in fellowship with all your saints 
we may come to the eternal feast of heaven; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  13 

Saint Patrick 
O almighty God, 
COLLECT TWO 
POST COMMUNION 
17 March 
COLLECT ONE 
who in thy providence didst choose thy servant Patrick 
to be the apostle of the Irish people, 
that he might bring those 
who were wandering in darkness and error 
to the true light and knowledge of thee; 
Grant us so to walk in that light, 
that we may come at last to the light of everlasting life; 
through the merits of Jesus Christ thy Son our Lord. 

Almighty God, 
in your providence you chose your servant Patrick 
to be the apostle of the Irish people, 
to bring those who were wandering in darkness and error 
to the true light and knowledge of your Word: 
Grant that walking in that light 
we may come at last to the light of everlasting life; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  1 
COLLECT TWO 
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305 

 Hear us, most merciful God, 
for that part of the Church 
POST COMMUNION 
which through your servant Patrick you planted in our land; 
that it may hold fast the faith entrusted to the saints 
and in the end bear much fruit to eternal life: 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  1 

Saint Joseph of Nazareth 
O God, 
who from the family of thy servant David 
19 March 
COLLECT ONE 
didst raise up Joseph to be the guardian of thine incarnate Son 
and spouse of his virgin mother; 
Give us grace to imitate his uprightness of life 
and his obedience to thy commands: 
through the same thy Son Jesus Christ our Lord.  6 
God our Father, 
who from the family of your servant David 
raised up Joseph the carpenter 
to be the guardian of your incarnate Son 
and husband of the Blessed Virgin Mary: 
Give us grace to follow his example 
of faithful obedience to your commands; 
through our Lord Jesus Christ, 
who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, 
one God, now and for ever.  13 

Heavenly Father, 
whose Son grew in wisdom and stature 
in the home of Joseph the carpenter of Nazareth, 
and on the wood of the cross perfected 
the work of the world's salvation. 
COLLECT TWO 
POST COMMUNION 
306 
Help us, strengthened by this sacrament of his passion, 
to count the wisdom of the world as foolishness, 
and to walk with him in simplicity and trust; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  13 

The Collects 

 The Annunciation of  our Lord Jesus Christ 
to the Blessed Virgin Mary 

We beseech thee, O Lord, 
pour thy grace into our hearts; 
25 March 

COLLECT ONE 
that, as we have known the incarnation of thy Son Jesus Christ 
by the message of an angel, 
so by his cross and passion 
we may be brought unto the glory of his resurrection; 
through the same Jesus Christ our Lord. 
Pour your grace into our hearts, Lord, 
COLLECT TWO 
that as we have known the incarnation of your Son Jesus Christ 
by the message of an angel, 
so by his cross and passion 
we may be brought to the glory of his  resurrection; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  2 
God Most High, 
whose handmaid bore the Word made flesh: 
POST COMMUNION 
We thank you that in this sacrament of our redemption 
you visit us with your Holy Spirit 
and overshadow us by your power. 
May we like Mary be joyful in our obedience, 
and so bring forth the fruits of holiness; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  8 

Saint Mark 

O almighty God, 
who hast instructed thy holy Church 
with the heavenly doctrine of thy evangelist Saint Mark; 
Give us grace, that, being not like children 
carried away with every blast of vain doctrine, 
we may be established in the truth of thy holy Gospel; 
through  Jesus Christ our Lord. 
25 April 

COLLECT ONE 
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307 

 Almighty God, 
who enlightened your holy Church 
COLLECT TWO 
through the inspired witness of your evangelist Saint Mark: 
Grant that we, being firmly grounded 
in the truth of the gospel, 
may be faithful to its teaching both in word and deed; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  7 
Blessed Lord, 
you have fed us at this table with sacramental gifts. 
May we always rejoice and find strength 
in the gift of the gospel 
announced to us by Saint Mark, 
and come at last to the fullness of everlasting life; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  24 
POST COMMUNION 
Saint Philip and Saint James 

O almighty God, 
whom truly to know is everlasting life; 
Grant us perfectly to know thy Son Jesus Christ 
to be the way, the truth, and the life; 
that, following in the steps of thy holy apostles, 
Saint Philip and Saint James, 
1 May 

COLLECT ONE 
we may steadfastly walk in the way that leadeth to eternal life; 
through the same thy Son Jesus Christ our Lord. 
Almighty Father, 
whom truly to know is eternal life: 
Teach us to know your Son Jesus Christ 
as the way, the truth, and the life; 
that we may follow the steps of your holy apostles 
Philip and James, 
and walk steadfastly in the way that leads to your glory; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  1 

The Collects 
COLLECT TWO 
308 

 Holy God, 
in Jesus Christ we find the way to you. 
May we, who have met him in this banquet, 
be kept in your unending love, 
and see you at work in your world, 
through your Son, who is Lord for ever and ever.  16 

Saint Matthias 

O almighty God, 
who into the place of the traitor Judas didst choose 
thy faithful servant Matthias 
to be of the number of the twelve apostles; 
Grant that thy Church, 
being alway preserved from false apostles, 
POST COMMUNION 
14 May 

COLLECT ONE 
may be ordered and guided by faithful and true pastors; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord. 

Almighty God, 
who in the place of the traitor Judas 
chose your faithful servant Matthias 
to be of the number of the Twelve: 
Preserve your Church from false apostles 
and, by the ministry of faithful pastors and teachers, 
keep us steadfast in your truth; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  1 
Lord God, 
the source of truth and love, 
COLLECT TWO 
POST COMMUNION 
Keep us faithful to the apostles' teaching and fellowship, 
united in prayer and the breaking of bread, 
and one in joy and simplicity of heart, 
in Jesus Christ our Lord.  13 
The Collects 
309 

 The Visitation of  the Blessed Virgin Mary 

Almighty God, 
by whose grace Elizabeth rejoiced with Mary 
and greeted her as the mother of the Lord; 
Look with favour on thy lowly servants 
that, with Mary, we may magnify thy holy name 
and rejoice to acclaim her Son our Saviour, 
who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, 
one God, now and for ever. 

Mighty God, 
by whose grace Elizabeth rejoiced with Mary 
and greeted her as the mother of the Lord: 
Look with favour on your lowly servants 
that, with Mary, we may magnify your holy name 
and rejoice to acclaim her Son our Saviour, 
who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, 
one God, now and for ever.  7 

Gracious God, 
who gave joy to Elizabeth and Mary 
31 May 

COLLECT ONE 
COLLECT TWO 
POST COMMUNION 
as they recognised the signs of redemption at work within them: 
Help us, who have shared in the joy of this eucharist, 
to know the Lord deep within us 
and his love shining out in our lives, 
that the world may rejoice in your salvation; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  13 
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The Collects 

 Saint Columba 

O God, who didst call thy servant Columba 
from among the princes of this land 
to be a herald and evangelist of thy kingdom; 
Grant that thy Church, 
having his faith and courage in remembrance, 
may so proclaim the splendour of thy grace, 
that people everywhere will come to know thy Son 
as their Saviour, and serve him as their King; 
who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, 
one God, now and for ever. 

O God, you called your servant Columba 
from among the princes of this land 
to be a herald and evangelist of your kingdom: 
9 June 

COLLECT ONE 
COLLECT TWO 
Grant that your Church, remembering his faith and courage, 
may so proclaim the splendour of your grace 
that people everywhere will come to know your Son 
as their Saviour, and serve him as their King; 
who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, 
one God, now and for ever.  2 
Lord Jesus, King of Saints, 
you blessed Columba to find refuge in you 
both at home and in exile. 
May we, who have tasted your goodness at this table, 
come with all your saints to the royal banquet 
of your kingdom in heaven; 
where with the Father and the Holy Spirit 
you reign, for ever.  24 
POST COMMUNION 
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311 

 Saint Barnabas 

O Lord God almighty, 
who didst endue thy holy apostle Barnabas 
with singular gifts of the Holy Spirit; 
11 June 

COLLECT ONE 
Leave us not, we beseech thee, destitute of thy manifold gifts, 
nor yet of grace to use them alway to thy honour and glory; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord. 
Bountiful God, giver of all gifts, 
who poured your Spirit upon your servant Barnabas: 
COLLECT TWO 
Help us, by his example, to be generous in all our judgments, 
and unselfish in our service; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  2 
Just and merciful God, 
we have heard your word 
and received new life at your table. 
Kindle in us the flame of love 
POST COMMUNION 
by which your apostle Barnabas bore witness to the gospel, 
and send us out in Jesus' name 
to encourage our brothers and sisters in faith. 
We ask this for his sake.  24 

The Birth of  Saint John the Baptist 
Almighty God, 
by whose providence thy servant John Baptist 
was wonderfully born, 
and sent to prepare the way of thy Son our Saviour, 
by preaching of repentance; 
Make us so to follow his doctrine and holy life, 
that we may truly repent according to his preaching; 
and after his example constantly speak the truth, 
boldly rebuke vice, and patiently suffer for the truth's sake; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord. 

The Collects 
312 
24 June 

COLLECT ONE 

 Almighty God, 
COLLECT TWO 
by whose providence your servant John the Baptist was wonderfully born, 
and sent to prepare the way of your Son our Saviour, 
by the preaching of repentance: 
Lead us to repent according to his preaching, 
and, after his example, constantly to speak the truth, 
boldly to rebuke vice, and patiently to suffer for the truth's sake; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  1 
Merciful Lord, 
whose prophet John the Baptist 
proclaimed your Son as the Lamb of God 
who takes away the sin of the world: 
Grant, that we who in this sacrament have known 
your forgiveness and your life-giving love, 
may ever tell of your mercy and your peace; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  13 
Saint Peter 
O almighty God, 
who by thy Son Jesus Christ didst give 
to thy apostle Saint Peter many excellent gifts, 
and commandedst him earnestly to feed thy flock; 
Make, we beseech thee, all bishops and pastors 
diligently to preach thy holy Word, 
and the people obediently to follow the same, 
that they may receive the crown of everlasting glory; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord. 
Almighty God, 
who inspired your apostle Saint Peter 
to confess Jesus as Christ and Son of the living God: 
Build up your Church upon this rock, 
that in unity and peace it may proclaim one truth 
and follow one Lord, your Son our Saviour Christ, 
who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, 
one God, now and for ever.  1 
POST COMMUNION 
29 June 
COLLECT ONE 
COLLECT TWO 
The Collects 
313 

 Heavenly Father, 
ever renew the life of your Church 
by the power of this sacrament. 
Keep us united in your love 
POST COMMUNION 
through the teaching of the apostles and the breaking of bread, 
in the name of Jesus Christ the Lord.  16 

Saint Thomas 
Almighty and everliving God, 
who, for the more  confirmation of the faith 
didst suffer thy holy apostle Thomas 
to be doubtful of thy Son's resurrection; 
Grant us so perfectly, and without all doubt, 
to believe in thy Son Jesus Christ, 
that our faith in thy sight may never be reproved. 
Hear us, O Lord, through the same Jesus Christ, 
to whom, with thee and the Holy Spirit, 
be all honour and glory, now and for evermore. 

Almighty and eternal God, 
who, for the firmer foundation of our faith, 
allowed your holy apostle Thomas 
to doubt the resurrection of your Son 
till word and sight convinced him: 
Grant to us, who have not seen, that we also may believe 
and so confess Christ as our Lord and our God; 
who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, 
one God, now and for ever.  7 
God of hope, 
in this eucharist we have tasted 
the promise of your heavenly banquet 
and the richness of eternal life. 
May we who bear witness to the death of your Son, 
also proclaim the glory of his resurrection, 
for he is Lord for ever and ever.  16 

The Collects 
3 July 
COLLECT ONE 
COLLECT TWO 
314 
POST COMMUNION 

 Saint Mary Magdalene 

Almighty God, 
whose blessed Son restored Mary Magdalene 
to health of body and mind, 
and called her to be a witness to his resurrection; 
Mercifully grant that by thy grace 
we may be healed of our infirmities 
and know thee in the power of his endless life; 
who with thee and the Holy Spirit, 
liveth and reigneth one God, now and for ever.  6 

Almighty God, 
whose Son restored Mary Magdalene 
to health of mind and body 
and called her to be a witness to his resurrection: 
Forgive our sins and heal us by your grace, 
that we may serve you in the power of his risen life; 
who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, 
one God, now and for ever.  7 

God of life and love, 
whose risen Son called Mary Magdalene by name 
and sent her to tell of his resurrection to his apostles: 
In your mercy, help us, 
who have been united with him in this eucharist, 
to proclaim the good news 
22 July 

COLLECT ONE 
COLLECT TWO 
POST COMMUNION 
that he is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, 
one God, now and for ever.  13 
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 Saint James the Apostle 

Grant, O merciful God, 
that as thine holy apostle Saint James, 
leaving his father and all that he had, 
without delay was obedient unto the calling 
of thy Son Jesus Christ, and followed him; 
so we, forsaking all worldly and carnal affections, 
25 July 

COLLECT ONE 
may be evermore ready to follow thy holy commandments; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord. 
Merciful God, 
whose holy apostle Saint James, 
leaving his father and all that he had, 
was obedient to the calling of your Son Jesus Christ 
and followed him even to death: 
Help us, forsaking the false attractions of the world, 
to be ready at all times to answer your call without delay; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  1 
Father, 
we have eaten at your table 
and drunk from the cup of your kingdom. 
Teach us the way of service 
that in compassion and humility 
we may reflect the glory of Jesus Christ, 
Son of Man and Son of God, our Lord.  16 
COLLECT TWO 
POST COMMUNION 
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 The Transfiguration of our Lord 

O almighty God, 
whose only-begotten Son was transfigured 
before chosen witnesses on the holy mount, 
and amidst the exceeding glory spake of his decease 
which he should accomplish at Jerusalem; 
Grant to us thy servants 
that, beholding the brightness of his countenance, 
we may be strengthened to bear our cross; 
through the same Jesus Christ our Lord. 

Father in heaven, 
whose Son Jesus Christ was wonderfully transfigured 
before chosen witnesses upon the holy mountain, 
6 August 

COLLECT ONE 
COLLECT TWO 
and spoke of the exodus he would accomplish at Jerusalem: 
Give us strength so to hear his voice and bear our cross in this world, 
that in the world to come we may see him as he is; 
where he is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, 
one God, now and for ever.  2 
Holy God, 
we see your glory in the face of Jesus Christ. 
May we who are partakers at his table 
reflect his life in word and deed, 
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that all the world may know his power to change and save. 
This we ask through Jesus Christ our Lord.  16 

Saint Bartholomew 
O almighty and everlasting God, 
who didst give to thine apostle Bartholomew 
grace truly to believe and to preach thy Word; 
Grant, we beseech thee, unto thy Church, 
to love that Word which he believed, 
and both to preach and receive the same; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord. 
24 Augus 
COLLECT ONE 
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 Almighty and everlasting God, 
who gave to your apostle Bartholomew 
grace truly to believe and to preach your word: 
COLLECT TWO 
Grant that your Church may love that word which he believed 
and may faithfully preach and receive the same; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  1 
God of our salvation, 
you have fed us at the table of your Son Jesus Christ our Lord. 
Lead us in his way of service, 
that your kingdom may be known on earth, 
your saving power among all nations. 
Grant this for his name's sake.  16 
The Birth of the Blessed Virgin Mary 
POST COMMUNION 
Almighty God, 
8 September 
COLLECT ONE 
who didst look upon the lowliness of the blessed Virgin Mary 
and didst choose her to be the mother of thine only Son; 
Grant that we, who are redeemed by his blood, 
may share with her in the glory of thine eternal kingdom; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord. 
Almighty God, 
who looked upon the lowliness of the blessed Virgin Mary 
and chose her to be the mother of your only Son: 
Grant that we who are redeemed by his blood 
may share with her in the glory of your eternal kingdom; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  7 
Almighty and everlasting God, 
who stooped to raise fallen humanity 
through the child-bearing of blessed Mary: 
Grant that we who have seen your glory 
revealed in our human nature, 
and your love made perfect in our weakness, 
may daily be renewed in your image, 
COLLECT TWO 
POST COMMUNION 
and conformed to the pattern of your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord.  8 
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 Saint Matthew 

O almighty God, 
who by thy blessed Son didst call Matthew 
21 September 

COLLECT ONE 
from the receipt of custom to be an apostle and evangelist; 
Grant us grace to forsake all covetous desires, 
and inordinate love of riches, 
and to follow the same thy Son Jesus Christ, 
who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, 
one God, now and for ever. 
O almighty God, 
whose blessed Son called Matthew the tax-collector 
to be an apostle and evangelist: 
Give us grace to forsake the selfish pursuit of gain 
and the possessive love of riches; 
that we may follow in the way of your Son Jesus Christ, 
who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, 
one God, now and for ever.  1 
God of mercy and compassion, 
we have shared the joy of salvation 
that Matthew knew when Jesus called him. 
Renew our calling to proclaim the one 
COLLECT TWO 
POST COMMUNION 
who came not to call the righteous but sinners to salvation, 
your Son Jesus Christ our Lord.  16 

Saint Michael and all Angels 
O everlasting God, 
who hast ordained and constituted 
the services of angels and men in a wonderful order; 
Mercifully grant, that as thy holy angels alway 
do thee service in heaven, 
29 September 

COLLECT ONE 
so, by thy appointment, they may succour and defend us on earth; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord. 

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 Everlasting God, 
you have ordained and constituted the ministries 
of angels and mortals in a wonderful order: 
Grant that as your holy angels always serve you in heaven, 
so, at your command, 
they may help and defend us on earth; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  1 
Lord of heaven, 
in this eucharist you have brought us near 
to an innumerable company of angels 
and to the spirits of the saints made perfect. 
As in this food of our earthly pilgrimage 
we have shared their fellowship, 
so may we come to share their joy in heaven; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  8 

Saint Philip the Deacon 

Lord God, 
whose Spirit guided Philip the deacon 
COLLECT TWO 
POST COMMUNION 
11 October 

COLLECT ONE 
to show how ancient prophecies are fulfilled in Jesus Christ; 
Open our minds to understand the Scriptures, 
and deepen our faith in him; 
who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, 
one God, for ever and ever.  3 
Lord God, 
your Spirit guided Philip the deacon 
COLLECT TWO 
to show how ancient prophecies are fulfilled in Jesus Christ: 
Open our minds to understand the Scriptures, 
and deepen our faith in him; 
who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, 
one God, for ever and ever.  3 
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 We thank you, Lord, for calling and using 
people with different gifts to build your kingdom. 
May we, who are strengthened by this sacrament, 
like Philip and his family rejoice to serve you 
by the witness of our lives and homes; 
though Jesus Christ our Lord.  24 

Saint Luke 

Almighty God, 
who calledst Luke the physician, 
whose praise is in the gospel, 
to be an evangelist, and physician of the soul; 
May it please thee, that by the wholesome medicines 
of the doctrine delivered by him, 
all the diseases of our souls may be healed; 
through the merits of thy Son Jesus Christ our Lord. 

Almighty God, 
you called Luke the physician, 
whose praise is in the gospel, 
to be an evangelist and physician of the soul: 
By the grace of the Spirit 
and through the wholesome medicine of the gospel, 
give your Church the same love and power to heal; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  1 

Living God, 
may we who have shared these holy mysteries 
enjoy health of body and mind 
and witness faithfully to your gospel, 
in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord.  16 
POST COMMUNION 
18 October 

COLLECT ONE 
COLLECT TWO 
POST COMMUNION 
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 Saint James, the Brother of our Lord 

Grant, we beseech thee, O God, 
that after the example of thy servant, James the Just, 
brother of our Lord, 
thy Church may give itself continually to prayer 
23 October 

COLLECT ONE 
and to the reconciliation of all who are at variance and enmity; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  6 
Lord, God of peace: 
Grant that after the example of your servant, 
James the brother of our Lord, 
your Church may give itself continually to prayer 
and to the reconciliation of all 
who are caught up in hatred or enmity; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  3 

Lord Jesus Christ, 
COLLECT TWO 
POST COMMUNION 
we thank you that after your resurrection you appeared to James, 
and endowed him with gifts of leadership for your Church. 
May we, who have known you now in the breaking of bread, 
be people of prayer and reconciliation. 
We ask it for your love's sake.  24 
Saint Simon and Saint Jude 

O almighty God, 
who hast built thy Church upon the foundation 
of the apostles and prophets, 
Jesus Christ himself being the head corner-stone; 
Grant us so to be joined together 
in unity of spirit by their doctrine, 
that we may be made an holy temple acceptable unto thee; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord. 
28 October 

COLLECT ONE 
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 Almighty God, 
who built your Church upon the foundation 
of the apostles and prophets 
with Jesus Christ himself as the chief corner-stone: 
So join us together in unity of spirit by their doctrine 
that we may be made a holy temple acceptable to you; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  1 

Lord God, 
the source of truth and love: 
COLLECT TWO 
POST COMMUNION 
Keep us faithful to the apostles' teaching and fellowship, 
united in prayer and the breaking of bread, 
and one in joy and simplicity of heart, 
in Jesus Christ our Lord.  13 

All Saints' Day 
May be observed on the nearest Sunday. 
O almighty God, 
who hast knit together thine elect 
in one communion and fellowship, 
in the mystical body of thy Son Christ our Lord; 
Grant us so to follow thy blessed saints 
in all virtuous and godly living, 
that we may come to those unspeakable joys, 
1 November 

COLLECT ONE 
which thou hast prepared for them that unfeignedly love thee; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord. 
Almighty God, 
you have knit together your elect 
in one communion and fellowship 
in the mystical body of your Son Christ our Lord: 
Grant us grace so to follow your blessed saints 
in all virtuous and godly living 
that we may come to those inexpressible joys 
that you have prepared for those who truly love you; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  1 
COLLECT TWO 
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 God, the source of all holiness 
and giver of all good things: 
May we who have shared at this table 
as strangers and pilgrims here on earth 
be welcomed with all your saints 
to the heavenly feast on the day of your kingdom; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  8 

Saint Andrew 

Almighty God, 
POST COMMUNION 
30 November 

COLLECT ONE 
who didst give such grace unto thy holy apostle Saint Andrew, 
that he readily obeyed the calling of thy Son Jesus Christ, 
and followed him without delay; 
Grant unto us all, that we being called by thy holy Word, 
may forthwith give up ourselves obediently 
to fulfil thy holy commandments; 
through the same Jesus Christ our Lord. 
Almighty God, 
who gave such grace to your apostle Saint Andrew 
that he readily obeyed the call of your Son Jesus Christ 
and brought his brother with him: 
Call us by your holy Word 
and give us grace to follow without delay, 
and to tell the good news of your kingdom; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  2 
Father, 
may the gifts we have received at your table 
keep us alert for your call 
that we may always be ready to answer, 
and, following the example of Saint Andrew, 
always be ready to bear our witness 
to our Saviour Jesus Christ.  24 
COLLECT TWO 
POST COMMUNION 
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 Saint Stephen 

Grant, O Lord, 
that in all our sufferings here upon earth 
for the testimony of thy truth, 
we may steadfastly look up to heaven, 
and by faith behold the glory that shall be revealed; 
and, being filled with the Holy Spirit, 
may learn to love and bless our persecutors 
by the example of thy first martyr Saint Stephen, 
who prayed for his murderers to thee, 
O blessed Jesus, who standest at the right hand of God 
to succour all those that suffer for thee, 
our only Mediator and Advocate. 

Gracious Father, 
who gave the first martyr Stephen 
grace to pray for those who stoned him: 
Grant that in all our sufferings for the truth 
we may learn to love even our enemies 
and to seek forgiveness for those who desire our hurt, 
looking up to heaven to him who was crucified for us, 
Jesus Christ, our Mediator and Advocate, 
who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, 
one God, now and for ever.  1 
Merciful Lord, 
we thank you for these signs of your mercy, 
we praise you for feeding us at your table 
and giving us joy in honouring Stephen, 
first martyr of the new Israel; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  14 
26 December 

COLLECT ONE 
COLLECT TWO 
POST COMMUNION 
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 Saint John the Evangelist 

Merciful Lord, 
we beseech thee to cast thy bright beams of light 
upon thy Church, 
that it, being enlightened by the doctrine 
of thy blessed apostle and evangelist Saint John, 
may so walk in the light of thy truth, 
that it may at length attain to the light of everlasting life; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord. 

Merciful Lord, 
cast your bright beams of light upon the Church; 
that, being enlightened by the teaching 
of your blessed apostle and evangelist Saint John, 
we may so walk in the light of your truth 
that we may at last attain to the light of everlasting life 
through Jesus Christ your incarnate Son our Lord.  1 
Grant, O Lord, we pray, 
27 December 

COLLECT ONE 
COLLECT TWO 
POST COMMUNION 
that the Word made flesh proclaimed by your apostle John 
may ever abide and live within us; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  20 
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 The Holy Innocents 
28 December 
O almighty God, 
who out of the mouths of babes and sucklings 
hast ordained strength, 
and madest infants to glorify thee by their deaths: 
Mortify and kill all vices in us, 
and so strengthen us by thy grace, 
that by the innocency of our lives, 
and constancy of our faith even unto death, 
we may glorify thy holy Name; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord. 

Heavenly Father, 
whose children suffered at the hands of Herod: 
By your great might frustrate all evil designs, 
and establish your reign of justice, love and peace; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  16 

Eternal God, 
comfort of the afflicted and healer of the broken, 
you have fed us this day at the table of life and hope. 
Teach us the ways of gentleness and peace, 
that all the world may acknowledge 
the kingdom of your Son Jesus Christ our Lord.  16 
COLLECT ONE 
COLLECT TWO 
POST COMMUNION 
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 Special Occasions 
Dedication Festival 

O almighty God, 
COLLECT ONE 
to whose glory we celebrate the dedication of this house of prayer; 
We praise thee for the many blessings 
thou hast given to those who worship here, 
and we pray that all who seek thee in this place 
may find thee, and, being filled with the Holy Spirit, 
may become a living temple acceptable to thee; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord. 
Almighty God, 
COLLECT TWO 
to whose glory we celebrate the dedication of this house of prayer: 
We praise you for the many blessings 
you have given to those who worship here, 
and we pray that all who seek you in this place 
may find you, and, being filled with the Holy Spirit, 
may become a living temple acceptable to you 
through Jesus Christ our Lord. 2 
Father in heaven, 
your church on earth is a sign of heavenly peace, 
an image of the new and eternal Jerusalem. 
Grant to us in the days of our pilgrimage 
that, fed with the living bread of heaven, 
and united in the body of your Son, 
we may become the temple of your presence, 
the place of your glory on earth, 
and a sign of your peace in the world; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  13 
POST COMMUNION 
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 Harvest Thanksgiving 

O almighty and everlasting God, 
who hast graciously given unto us 
the fruits of the earth in their season; 
COLLECT ONE 
We yield thee humble and hearty thanks for this thy bounty; 
beseeching thee to give us grace rightly 
to use the same to thy glory, 
and the relief of those that need; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord, 
who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, 
one God, world without end. 

or 

O almighty God and heavenly Father; 
We glorify thee that thou hast fulfilled to us thy gracious promise, 
that, while the earth remaineth, 
seed-time and harvest shall not fail. 
We bless thee for the kindly fruits of the earth, 
which thou hast given to our use. 
Teach us, we beseech thee, to remember 
that it is not by bread alone that man doth live; 
and grant us evermore to feed on him 
who is the true bread from heaven, 
Jesus Christ our Lord, 
to whom with thee and the Holy Spirit, 
be all honour and glory, world without end. 
Eternal God, 
you crown the year with your goodness 
and give us the fruits of the earth in their season: 
Grant that we may use them to your glory, 
for the relief of those in need 
and for our own well-being; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  1 
COLLECT TWO 
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 Lord of the harvest, 
POST COMMUNION 
with joy we have offered thanksgiving for your love in creation 
and have shared in the bread and wine of the kingdom. 
By your grace plant within us such reverence 
for all that you give us 
that will make us wise stewards of the good things we enjoy; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.   13 

The Guidance of  the Holy Spirit 
For the Opening of  a Synod 
God, 
who didst teach the hearts of thy faithful people, 
by the sending to them the light of thy Holy Spirit; 
COLLECT ONE 
Grant us by the same Spirit to have a right judgment in all things, 
and evermore to rejoice in his holy comfort; 
through the merits of Christ Jesus our Saviour, 
who liveth and reigneth with thee, 
in the unity of the same Spirit, one God, world without end. 
God, 
who from of old taught the hearts of your faithful people 
by sending to them the light of your Holy Spirit: 
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Grant us by the same Spirit to have a right judgment in all things 
and evermore to rejoice in his holy comfort; 
through the merits of Christ Jesus our Saviour, 
who is alive and reigns with you in the unity of the Spirit, 
one God, now and for ever.  1 
or 
Almighty God, 
you have given your Holy Spirit to the Church to lead us into all truth: 
Bless with the Spirit's grace and presence 
the members of this  .  (synod/vestry/etc); 
keep us/them steadfast in faith and united in love, 
that we/they may manifest your glory and prepare the way of your kingdom; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  7 

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 God of power, 
whose Holy Spirit renews your people 
in the bread and wine we bless and share: 
May the boldness of the Spirit transform us, 
the gentleness of the Spirit lead us, 
and the gifts of the Spirit equip us 
to serve and worship you; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  22 

Ember Days: Ministry 

For the ministry of  all Christian people 
Almighty and everlasting God, 
by whose Spirit the whole body of the Church 
is governed and sanctified: 
POST COMMUNION 
COLLECT 
Hear our prayer which we offer for all your faithful people, 
that in their vocation and ministry 
they may serve you in holiness and truth 
to the glory of your name; 
through our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.  1 

For those to be ordained 
Almighty God, the giver of all good gifts, 
by your Holy Spirit you have appointed 
various orders of ministry in the Church: 
Look with mercy on your servant(s) now called to be 
deacons / priests / a bishop; 
maintain them in truth and renew them in holiness, 
that by word and good example they may faithfully serve you 
to the glory of your name 
and the benefit of your Church; 
through the merits of our Saviour Jesus Christ.  1 
The words in italics are varied as required. 
COLLECT 
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 For vocations to Holy Orders 
Almighty God, 
you have entrusted to your Church 
a share in the ministry of your Son our great High Priest: 
Inspire by your Holy Spirit the hearts of many 
to offer themselves for ordination in your Church, 
that strengthened by his power, 
they may work for the increase of your kingdom 
and set forward the eternal praise of your name; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord. 2 
For the inauguration of  a new ministry 
God our Father, Lord of all the world, 
through your Son you have called us into the fellowship 
of your universal Church: 
Hear our prayer for your faithful people 
that in their vocation and ministry 
each may be an instrument of your love, 
COLLECT 
COLLECT 
and give to your servant  now to be ... installed,/  instituted, / .... 
the needful gifts of grace; 
through our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. 
Heavenly Father, 
whose ascended Son gave gifts of leadership 
and service to the Church: 
Strengthen us who have received this holy food 
to be good stewards of your manifold grace; 
through him who came not to be served but to serve, 
and give his life as a ransom for many, 
Jesus Christ our Lord. 13 
or 
Lord of the harvest, 
you have fed your people in this sacrament 
with the fruits of creation made holy by your Spirit. 
By your grace raise up among us faithful labourers 
to sow your word and reap the harvest of souls; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  10 

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 Rogation Days 

Almighty God, 
whose will it is that the earth and the sea 
should bear fruit in due season: 
Bless the labours of those who work on land and sea, 
grant us a good harvest 
and the grace always to rejoice in your fatherly care; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  23 
or 
Almighty God and Father, 
you have so ordered our life 
that we are dependent on one another: 
Prosper those engaged in commerce and industry 
and direct their minds and hands 
that they may rightly use your gifts in the service of others; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  23 
God our creator, 
you give seed for us to sow and bread for us to eat. 
COLLECT 
POST COMMUNION 
As you have blessed the fruit of our labour in this eucharist, 
so we ask you to give all your children their daily bread, 
that the world may praise you for your goodness; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  22 
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 Mission 

Almighty God, 
who called your Church to witness 
that you were in Christ reconciling the world to yourself: 
Help us to proclaim the good news of your love, 
that all who hear it may be drawn to you; 
through him who was lifted up on the cross, 
and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, 
one God, now and for ever.  2 
Eternal Giver of love and power, 
your Son Jesus Christ has sent us into all the world 
to preach the gospel of his kingdom. 
Confirm us in this mission, 
and help us to live the good news we proclaim; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  16 
Peace 
Almighty God, 
from whom all thoughts of truth and peace proceed: 
Kindle, we pray, in every heart the true love of peace; 
and guide with your pure and peaceable wisdom 
those who take counsel for the nations of the earth, 
that in tranquillity your kingdom may go forward, 
till the earth is filled with the knowledge of your love; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  1 

God our Father, 
your Son is our peace 
and his cross the sign of reconciliation. 
Help us, who share the broken bread, 
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to bring together what is scattered and to bind up what is wounded, 
that Christ may bring in the everlasting kingdom of his peace; 
who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, 
one God, now and for ever.  13 

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 Unity 

Heavenly Father, 
you have called us in the body of your Son Jesus Christ 
to continue his work of reconciliation 
and reveal you to the world: 
forgive us the sins which tear us apart; 
give us the courage to overcome our fears 
and to seek that unity which is your gift and your will; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  7 

or 

Lord Jesus Christ, 
who said to your apostles, 
Peace I leave with you, my peace I give to you: 
look not on our sins but on the faith of your Church, 
and grant it the peace and unity of your kingdom; 
where you are alive and reign with the Father 
and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.  1 
Eternal God and Father, 
COLLECT 
POST COMMUNION 
whose Son at supper prayed that his disciples might be one, 
as he is one with you: 
Draw us closer to him, 
that in common love and obedience to you 
we may be united to one another 
in the fellowship of the one Spirit, 
that the world may believe that he is Lord, 
to your eternal glory; 
through Jesus Christ our Lord.  8 
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 Bible Sunday 

Blessed Lord, 
who caused all holy scriptures to be written for our learning: 
help us to hear them, 
to read, mark, learn and inwardly digest them 
that, through patience, and the comfort of your holy word, 
we may embrace and for ever hold fast 
the hope of everlasting life, 
which you have given us in our Saviour Jesus Christ.  1 
God of all grace, 
your Son Jesus Christ fed the hungry 
with the bread of his life 
and the word of his kingdom. 
Renew your people with your heavenly grace, 
and in all our weakness 
sustain us by your true and living bread, 
who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, 
one God, now and for ever.  16 
COLLECT 
POST COMMUNION 
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 The numbers after all the modern prayers, some of which have been adapt- 
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Book of  Common Prayer, Church of Ireland 1926, 1933, 1962 
Alternative Prayer Book, Church of Ireland 1984 
An Anglican Prayer Book, Church of Southern Africa 1989 
Book of  Common Prayer, Church in Wales 1984 
A Prayer Book for Australia, 1978 
Book of  Common Prayer, Episcopal Church of the USA 1979 
Alternative Service Book, Church of England 1980 
Promise of  His Glory, Church of England 1990 
Lent, Holy Week and Easter, Church of England 1988 
After Communion, Charles MacDonnell, Mowbray 1985 
Original prayer by Kenneth Stevenson 
Original prayer by David Silk 
Common Worship, Church of England 2000 
Original prayer by members of the Inter-Provincial Consultation 
Celebrating Common Prayer, Society of Saint Francis 1992 
Book of  Alternative Services, Anglican Church of Canada 1986 
Prayer in use at Westcott House, Cambridge 
Enriching the Christian Year, Alcuin Club / SPCK 1993 
Patterns for Worship, Church of England 1995 
Material prepared by the International Commission on English in 
the Liturgy (ICEL) 
Prayer ascribed to Thomas Aquinas from Missale Romanum 
Original prayer by Janet Morley 
A New Zealand Prayer Book, 1988 
Original prayer by Brian Mayne 
Book of  Common Prayer 1549-1662 
Scottish Prayer Book 1929 
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