Reading of
the Law of God
Continue steadfastly
in prayer, being watchful in it with thanksgiving. At the same time, pray also
for us, that God may open to us a door for the word, to declare the mystery of
Christ, on account of which I am in prison – that I may make it clear, which is
how I ought to speak. Colossians 4.2-4
Confession
of Sin
Our
Father, You call us to pray and what a joy that is. But there are too many
times that we see it merely as a duty. How
shameful! Forgive us our sin and change our hearts. Please give us a sense of
enjoyment and anticipation when it’s
time to pray. We ask this in Jesus’ Name. Amen.
Declaration
of Pardon
Blessed is the one whose transgression is forgiven, whose
sin is covered. Blessed is the man against whom the LORD counts no iniquity, and
in whose spirit there is no deceit. I acknowledged my sin to you, and I did not
cover my iniquity; I said, "I will confess my transgressions to the Lord,"
and you forgave the iniquity of my sin. Psalm 32.1-2,5
The Lord enrich you with his grace, and nourish you with his
blessing; the Lord defend you in trouble and keep you from all evil; the Lord accept
your prayers, and absolve you from your offences, for the sake of Jesus Christ,
our Saviour.
Book of Common Prayer