A Morning Prayer-—Syrian Clementine Liturgy
O God, Who art the unsearchable abyss of peace, the ineffable sea of love,
the fountain of blessings, and the bestower of affection,
Who sendest peace to those that receive it; open to us this day the sea of Thy love,
and water us with the plenteous streams from the riches of Thy grace.
Make us children of quietness, and heirs of peace.
Enkindle in us the fire of Thy love; sow in us Thy fear;
strengthen our weakness by Thy power;
bind us closely to Thee and to each other in one firm bond of unity; for the sake of Jesus Christ.
Amen.
A Morning Prayer: Liturgy of St Mark
We give Thee thanks—yea, more than thanks O Lord our God, for all Thy goodness at all times,
and in all places, because Thou hast shielded, rescued, helped,
and guided us all the days of our lives, and brought us unto this hour.
We pray and beseech Thee, merciful God, to grant in Thy goodness that we may spend this day,
and all the time of our lives, without sin, in fullness of joy, holiness, and reverence of Thee.
But drive away from us, O Lord, all envy, all fear, and all temptations.
Bestow upon us what is good and meet.
Whatever sin we commit in thought, word, or deed,
do Thou in Thy goodness and mercy be pleased to pardon.
And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil;
through the grace, mercy, and love of Thine only begotten Son.
Amen.
Cover My Soul with the Shadow of Your Wing: A Celtic Prayer link
Thanks to you, O God, that I have risen today,
to the rising of life itself;
may it be to your own glory,
O God of every gift,
and to the glory of my soul likewise.
O great God, aid my soul
with the aiding of your own mercy;
even as I clothe my body with wool,
cover my soul with the shadow of your wing.
Help me to avoid every sin,
and the source of every sin to forsake;
and as the mist scatters
on the crest of the hills,
may each ill haze clear from my soul, O God.
Amen
I have been asked to present a Lutheran Church Missouri Synod pastor, given that it is my denomination.
I hope you find these two discussions informative. I found the LCMS view of Law and Gospel particularly
helpful when I joined the church.
Benediction: The Lord Bless You link
May the Lord show you
the greatness of his goodness,
that you overflow with thanks
every day.
May the Lord bless you abundantly
with rest for the heart,
power for virtue,
wisdom for life,
and patience in suffering.
May the Lord bless you
with joyful hope,
and one day
with the inexpressible joys
of eternal life.
Amen
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“I have been asked to present a Lutheran Church Missouri Synod pastor, given that it is my denomination. I hope you find these two discussions informative. I found the LCMS view of Law and Gospel particularly helpful when I joined the church.”
Thanks for this post, Dee. Recently we were at a BBQ gathering, and had the chance to ask a Lutheran pastor about the various Lutheran denominations. He gave quite a rundown of history. Fascinating.
I like that you state the POV or perspective up front. Context.
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Thanks, Dee.
Here’s a nice setting, by JMT, to music of the Celtic prayer:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FbXdA-8qNM0&list=PLPcTOx34g9XRewAfb_jb8ZTJInvH7o69A&index=12
The whole album, The God of Life, is IMO quite beautiful. I think this link may give all the tracks in order:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7A5lecB5Tow&list=PLPcTOx34g9XRewAfb_jb8ZTJInvH7o69A
It has been almost 40 years since JMT wrote these; how the time has flown away.
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Samuel Conner,
I love John Michael Talbot!!!!
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Both presentations were fantastic. Thanks. I need to find a pastor such as this
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dee,
Same here. Don’t even recall his denominational affiliation … his music is so good, for everyone. So, doesn’t matter. Definitely not a celebrity performer type.
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Lutheranism has always had a safe and sane approach to religion.
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Dee, I really appreciate what you do with these posts, not least your inclusion of prayers, etc. from many different streams of Christianity.
But I do have a question (though not about the topics of the post). I really like the photo at the top of the post, and am wondering where this pic was taken. It’s a striking image, and i have a guess as to where it might be, but ??? If you know, I’m wondering if you could post that info.? Thanks in advance.
P.S. Am also really enjoying the space photos you’ve been posting. They’re so beautiful, and are absolutely mind-boggling! I can’t even begin to imagine what it would be like to see these things with my own eyes! 🙂
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Muff Potter,
Very much agreed, and I’m not just saying this b/c it’s the church i was raised int.
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numo,
All the info I have on. the photo is at the link at pexels under the pic. I’m sorry.
I love the pictures from space. How I wish I could see them myself.
Glad you like the prayers. i spend a lot of time looking through archives to find them.
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Muff Potter,
I am glad you feel this way. It has been a safe harbor for me.
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I was raised in it too as an adoptee into a Southeastern Wisconsin family, and it hasn’t changed at all. No drama, no strongman in the pulpit lookin’ to beat you (generic you) over the head with some obscure verse out of 2 Chronicles.
You go on Sunday morning, follow along with the Liturgy, listen to a short homily, take Communion, and then have coffee and donuts with great people.
That’s it, end of story, then you go about your business during the week.