Advent 1      November 23-29 (First Sunday in Advent), 2020  

Blessed are you, O Lord our God, ruler of the universe,

creator of light and darkness.

In this holy season, when the sun’s light is swallowed up

by the growing darkness of the night,

You renew your promise to reveal among us

the splendour of your glory,

enfleshed and visible to us in Jesus Christ your Son.

Through the prophets You teach us to hope for his reign of peace.

Through the outpouring of his Spirit,

You open our blindness to the glory of his presence.

Strengthen us in our weakness.

Support us in our stumbling efforts to do your will

and free our tongues to sing your praise.

For to you all honour and blessing are due,

Now and for ever. Amen.  

From Praise God in Song. G.I.A. Publications, Inc.