At times, even what I think of as a rather ordinary sunset turns out to be lovely on second look. With sunsets, the only way to have a second look is to take a photograph, because the sky view changes within seconds. The picture was taken earlier in the week.
That this evening may be holy, good, and peaceful,
We entreat you, O Lord.
That your holy angels may lead us in paths of peace and goodwill,
We entreat you, O Lord.
That we may be pardoned and forgiven for our sins and offenses,
We entreat you, O Lord.
That there may be peace to your Church and to the whole world,
We entreat you, O Lord.
That we may depart this life in your faith and fear,
and not be condemned before the great judgment seat of Christ,
We entreat you, O Lord.
That we may be bound together by your Holy Spirit
in the communion of all your saints,
entrusting one another and all our life to Christ,
We entreat you, O Lord.
(Evening Prayer - Book of Common Prayer)
Amen, and amen. I love the book of Common Prayer for it's evening prayer service which I often use for personal devotions at the end of the day.
ReplyDeleteCiss, I use Evening Prayer from the BCP at home, too. The prayer book is a treasure.
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