A.D. 1959 April 30
The Fifth Thursday of Easter
Collects
O Almighty God, whom truly to know is everlasting life: Grant us so perfectly to know thy Son Jesus Christ to be the way, the truth, and the life, that we may steadfastly follow his steps in the way that leadeth to eternal life; through the same thy Son Jesus Christ our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with thee, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Lessons
Daily Office Lectionary — Year One
Morning Prayer
- Psalm 70; 71 or 71
- Wisdom 14:27–15:3
- Romans 14:1–12
Evening Prayer
- Psalm 74
- Leviticus 19:26–37 (optional)
- Luke 8:26–39
Liturgical Colours
White or Gold
Eve of Saints Philip and James
Collects
Almighty God, who didst give to thine apostles Philip and James grace and strength to bear witness to the truth: Grant that we, being mindful of their victory of faith, may glorify in life and death the Name of our Lord Jesus Christ; who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Lessons
Daily Office Lectionary — Year One
Evening Prayer
Prefaces
Through the great shepherd of thy flock, Jesus Christ our Lord; who after his resurrection sent forth his apostles to preach the Gospel and to teach all nations; and promised to be with them always, even unto the end of the ages.
Liturgical Colours
Red