Our Sacred Roots: The Priesthood of All Believers

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T he S eason of A dvent

Departing to Serve

Benediction We ask you, almighty God, let our souls enjoy this their desire, to be enkindled by your Spirit, that being filled as lamps by your divine gift, we may shine like burning lights before the presence of your Son Christ at his coming; through the same Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen.

~ The Gelasian Sacramentary, in Thomas C. Oden with Cindy Crosby, Ancient Christian Devotional.. Downers Grove, IL; IVP Books, 2007. p. 26.

Affirmation for the Day Sunday: The Lord is our salvation. Monday: Trust and do not be afraid. Tuesday: Draw water from the wells of salvation. Wednesday: Give thanks to the Lord and call upon his name. Thursday: Make God’s deeds known in the world. Friday: The name of Jesus is exalted above every other name. Saturday: Rejoice, the Holy One is in our midst. Pray without Ceasing – Flash Prayer for the Day O Lord, who has never forsaken those who seek you, we declare you to be great and good, the Holy One of Israel in the midst of your people.