O God, the maker of the universe, by Whose command the course of the world proceeds; be present, in your goodness, to our prayers, and allow in our time the tranquility of peace; that we may with unceasing exultation rejoice in giving praise to your mercy; through Jesus Christ our Lord.(Gelasian Sacramentary)

14 Turn again, O God of hosts; look down from heaven, and see; have regard for this vine, 15 the stock that your right hand planted.* 16 They have burned it with fire, they have cut it down;* may they perish at the rebuke of your countenance. 17 But let your hand be upon the one at your right hand, the one whom you made strong for yourself. 18 Then we will never turn back from you; give us life, and we will call on your name.
19 Restore us, O Lord God of hosts; let your face shine, that we may be saved.
Psalm 106 New Revised Standard Version

Readings for today from the Daily Lectionary
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Leviticus 25:35-55 - Colossians 1:9-14 - Matthew 13:1-16