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New Testament Readings

A Prayer with 2 Corinthians 9

The earth and all its fullness, the world and all who dwell in it–they all belong to God. We pray Him to grant that His redeemed people be cheerful givers so that many may hear the Good News of salvation and be comforted in their needs. Source: “Sacred Meditations Collects” …

A Prayer with 2 Corinthians 8

Our Lord Jesus was rich, but He became poor in His incarnation, crucifixion and resurrection; by His poverty we become rich in His forgiveness and life. We pray Him to grant us the gift of charity, that we may serve our neighbors’ needs and proclaim His mercy. Source: “Sacred Meditations …

A Prayer with 2 Corinthians 7

When Jesus proclaimed, “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand,” He willed that the entire life of the Christian be one of ongoing repentance. We pray Him to lead us in our daily dying to sin and daily arising to live with Him in righteousness and purity forever. …