The Martyrs of Japan, 1597

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Holy Communion
1 Kings 8.22-23, 27-30
Psalm 84.1-10
Mark 7.1-13

Morning Prayer
Psalms 5, 6, (8)
Genesis 31.1-24
2 Timothy 4.9-end

Evening Prayer
Psalms 9, 10*
Ecclesiastes 7.15-end
John 19.17-30

Collect

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 your Son our Lord,
who with you and the Holy Spirit reigns supreme over all things,
now and for ever.

Post Communion

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:
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.

Additional Collect

Almighty God,
give us reverence for all creation
and respect for every person,
that we may mirror your likeness
in Jesus Christ our Lord.