It Is Well with My Soul: The Sacred Roots Annual 2022-2023

T he A scension of C hrist

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D aily D evotional G uide P reparing O ur H earts Invocation: Our Prayer of Acclamation

Eternal God, the Father Almighty, who as Creator and Maker is the source of life for all things and humankind, thank you for the testimony of the apostles regarding your true works in history, in the world, and the age to come. Grant us the wisdom to see and believe in your great works: you have made us, are willing to forgive us, and have called us to repent and believe in your Son, our Savior, Jesus Christ. We open our hearts to him this day, knowing that he is the One who will judge the world in righteousness. In his name we pray, amen. Call toWorship Blessed are you, O God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. And blessed is your Kingdom, both now and forever, amen. P raising O ur G od Te Deum Laudamus You are God: we praise you; you are the Lord; we acclaim you; you are the eternal Father: All creation worships you. To you all angels, all the powers of heaven, Cherubim and Seraphim, sing in endless praise: Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might, heaven and earth are full of your glory. The glorious company of apostles praise you. The noble fellowship of prophets praise you. The white-robed army of martyrs praise you. Throughout the world the holy Church acclaims you; Father, of majesty unbounded, your true and only Son, worthy of all worship, and the Holy Spirit, advocate and guide.