Scripture Readings

The Collect

Stir up your power, O Lord, and with great might come among us; and, because we are sorely hindered by our sins, let your bountiful grace and mercy speedily help and deliver us; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory, now and for ever. Amen.

The First Lesson:
Zephaniah 3:14-20

The Response: 
Canticle 9

The New Testament:
Philippians 4:4-7

The Gospel:
Luke 3:7-18

Sermon