This is the passion of our Lord according to St. Matthew, together with hymn verse responses that are read instead of sung.
21 March, 2021 Lent 5, Judica Forgive, we beseech Thee, O Lord, our enemies and them that despitefully use us, and so change their hearts that they may walk with us in meekness and peace; through Jesus Christ, Thy Son, our Lord. Amen. [TLL #26] God’s grace, mercy, and peace are yours from God our…
March 14, 2021 Lent 4, Laetare Almighty God, our heavenly Father, Your mercies are new every morning; and though we deserve only punishment, You receive us as Your children and provide for all our needs of body and soul. Grant that we may heartily acknowledge Your merciful goodness, give thanks for all Your benefits, and…
March 7, 2021 Lent 3 The Lord sends forth from Zion your mighty scepter. Rule in the midst of your enemies! O Lord, our Lord, how majestic is your name in all the earth! (Ps. 110 & 8) Amen. God’s grace, mercy, and peace are yours from God our Father, through our Lord and Savior…
28 Feb 2021 Lent 2, Reminiscere Almighty and ever-living God, who hast given to them that believe exceeding great and precious promises, 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 Savior,…
Lent 1, Invocavit Let Thy blessing be upon us, Heavenly Father, as we pass through these holy days in which we remember the sufferings and death of our dear Lord; and grant that His holy example being ever before us, we may follow Him in willing obedience, learn His gracious humility, and being filled with…
January 10, 2020 The Baptism of Jesus Lord Jesus, You stood next to sinners in the waters of the Jordan. Stand with us now, and take away our sins. Amen. God’s grace, mercy, and peace are yours from God our Father, through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen. In the name of Jesus, Amen.…