A.D. 1969 April 30
The Fourth Wednesday of Easter
Collects
O God, whose Son Jesus is the good shepherd of thy people: Grant that when we hear his voice we may know him who calleth us each by name, and follow where he doth lead; who, with thee and the Holy Spirit, liveth and reigneth, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Lessons
Daily Office Lectionary — Year One
Morning Prayer
- Psalm 119:49–72
- Wisdom 4:16–5:8
- Colossians 1:24–2:7
Evening Prayer
- Psalm 49; 53 or 49
- Exodus 33 (optional)
- Luke 6:27–38
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