Mary, Martha and Lazarus Of Bethany


Almighty God, our heavenly Father, whose Son blessed by his Presence the home of Lazarus and Mary and Martha in Bethany: grant that, like Martha, we may serve Christ faithfully in the person of our brothers and sisters; and that, like Mary, we may feed on his Word and grow in his love and grace; and that, like Lazarus, we may be brought forth from death to new life in him; through the same Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

5 Your steadfast love, O LORD, extends to the heavens,
   your faithfulness to the clouds.
6 Your righteousness is like the mountains of God;
   your judgments are like the great deep;
   man and beast you save, O LORD.
7 How precious is your steadfast love, O God!
   The children of mankind take refuge in the shadow of your wings.
8 They feast on the abundance of your house,
   and you give them drink from the river of your delights.
9 For with you is the fountain of life;
   in your light do we see light.
10 Oh, continue your steadfast love to those who know you,
     and your righteousness to the upright of heart!
Psalm 36 – English Standard Version

Readings for today from the Daily Lectionary
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2 Samuel 5:1-12 - Acts 17:1-15 - Mark 7:24-37