Northumbrian Daily Prayer A regular cycle of daily prayer constitutes the essential rhythm of life around which other activities can take their proper place. The Northumbrian Community ( a community that focuses on a Celtic expression of the faith—as do we) practices the The Daily Office—morning, midday and evening prayer—as a central part...
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Praying the Hours Praying the Hours (also called the Daily Office) refers to periods of time throughout the day set aside to be with God in personal or corporate scripture reading, meditation, or prayer. Some parts of the Church may call a designated “hour” with God a “Quiet Time.” Praying the Hours is...
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As the spring brings new life and hope, so does the dawning day.+ In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. Before The LordThis I call to mind; for this reason I take hope:The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases;his mercies never come to an end;they...
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As the summer calls us to action, so does the midday.+ In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. Before The LordI lift up my eyes to the hills. From where does my help come?My help comes from the LORD, the Maker of heaven and...
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As the fall brings times of reflection, so does the evening.+ In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. Before The LordI The LORD will always guide you; He will satisfy you in a sun-scorched land and strengthen your frame. You will be like a...
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+ In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen Opening Sentences Let the beauty of the Lord our God be upon us. Lord, establish the work of our hands; establish the work of my hands. The Lord’s Prayer Our Father, who is in heaven, holy is...
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