Tag: PrayerBook

  • Why We Say the Summary of the Law

    Why We Say the Summary of the Law

    You may have noticed that every Eucharistic liturgy in the 2019 Book of Common Prayer includes the Summary of the Law—words spoken by Jesus in Matthew 22:37–40. This […]

  • The Collect of Purity: An Anglican Treasure

    The Collect of Purity: An Anglican Treasure

    Almighty God, to you all hearts are open, all desires known, and from you no secrets are hid: Cleanse the thoughts of our hearts by the inspiration of […]

  • the Opening Acclamation

    the Opening Acclamation

    The Significance of the Opening Acclamation Each Sunday, our service commences with a seasonal opening acclamation. In Lent we hear “Bless the Lord who forgives all our sins. […]