A.D. 1942 September 14

Holy Cross Day

Collects

Almighty God, whose Son our Savior Jesus Christ was lifted high upon the cross that he might draw the whole world to himself: Mercifully grant that we, who glory in the mystery of our redemption, may have grace to take up our cross and follow him; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, in glory everlasting. Amen.

Lessons

Revised Common Lectionary — Year A

Daily Office Lectionary — Year Two

Morning Prayer

Evening Prayer

Prefaces

Through Jesus Christ our Lord. For our sins he was lifted high upon the cross, that he might draw the whole world to himself; and, by his suffering and death, he became the source of eternal salvation for all who put their trust in him.

Liturgical Colors

Red

References

The Monday in the Sixteenth Week After Pentecost

Proper 19

Collects

O God, because without you we are not able to please you, mercifully grant that your Holy Spirit may in all things direct and rule our hearts; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.