A.D. 1964 December 17
The Third Thursday of Advent
Collects
Stir up thy power, O Lord, and with great might come among us; and, because we are sorely hindered by our sins, let thy bountiful grace and mercy speedily help and deliver us; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with thee and the Holy Ghost, be honor and glory, world without end. Amen.
Lessons
Daily Office Lectionary — Year One
Morning Prayer
Evening Prayer
- Psalm 59; 60 (optional) or Psalm 33
- Zechariah 4 (optional)
- Matthew 3:1–12
Liturgical Colours
Purple