From the Epiphany | |||
until the Eve of the Presentation | |||
Invitation to Confession | |||
The grace of God has dawned upon the world | |||
through our Saviour Jesus Christ, | |||
who sacrificed himself for us to purify a people as his own. | |||
Let us confess our sins. | |||
cf Titus 2.11-14
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Gospel Acclamation | |||
Alleluia, alleluia. | |||
Christ was revealed in flesh, proclaimed among the nations | |||
and believed in throughout the world. | |||
cf 1 Timothy 3.16
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Alleluia. | ||
Introduction to the Peace | |||
Our Saviour Christ is the Prince of Peace. | |||
Of the increase of his government and of peace | |||
there shall be no end. | |||
cf Isaiah 9.6,7
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Eucharistic Prefaces | |||
Short Preface (contemporary language) | |||
And now we give you thanks | |||
because, in the incarnation of the Word, | |||
a new light has dawned upon the world, | |||
that all the nations may be brought out of darkness | |||
to see the radiance of your glory. | |||
Short Preface (traditional language) | |||
And now we give thee thanks | |||
because, in the incarnation of the Word, | |||
a new light has dawned upon the world, | |||
that all the nations may be brought out of darkness | |||
to see the radiance of thy glory. | |||
Extended Preface for use with Eucharistic Prayers A, B and E | |||
All honour and praise be yours always and everywhere, | |||
mighty creator, ever-living God, | |||
through Jesus Christ your only Son our Lord: | |||
for at this time we celebrate your glory | |||
made present in our midst. | |||
In the coming of the Magi | |||
the King of all the world was revealed to the nations. | |||
In the waters of baptism | |||
Jesus was revealed as the Christ, | |||
the Saviour sent to redeem us. | |||
In the water made wine | |||
the new creation was revealed at the wedding feast. | |||
Poverty was turned to riches, sorrow into joy. | |||
Therefore with all the angels of heaven | |||
we lift our voices to proclaim the glory of your name | |||
and sing our joyful hymn of praise: | |||
Blessing | |||
Christ the Son of God perfect in you the image of his glory | |||
and gladden your hearts with the good news of his kingdom; | |||
and the blessing … | |||
Additional material in President's Edition | |||