Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
This tried and test collection is a must for anyone leading intercessions in the Church of England. It provides prayers for every Sunday, Holy Day and Festival, Years A, B and C that can be easily adapted to local contexts. The prayers reflect the Bible readings of the day, creating a more integrated act of worship. This expanded edition also contains forms of intercession for numerous extra occasions:
Principal Feasts e.g. The Presentation of Christ in the Temple, the Transfiguration
Other Holy Days e.g. The Birth of John the Baptist, Holy Cross Day
Red Letter Saints Days
Pastoral occasions in the context of a Eucharist baptism, confirmation, marriage, funeral, healing service, Remembrance
Installation of a new incumbent
A trusted liturgical resource for many years, regularly used in hundreds of parishes, this continues to be the essential handbook for Lectionary-based intercessions."