Daily Prayer: Common Worship Morning and Evening Prayer Wednesday 20 August 2025 Morning Prayer for Wednesday in Ordinary Time
Aug 19, 2025
A solemn reflection on Bernard of Clairvaux sets the stage, praising his profound influence on the Church. The discussion shifts to the connection between suffering and faith, exploring themes of mercy and the promise of restoration. Through scriptural readings, listeners are guided toward a celebration of salvation. The morning prayer wraps up with gratitude for holy figures and communities, emphasizing understanding, healing, and the importance of unity in seeking divine protection.
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Prayer Frames The Day
- Morning Prayer frames the day by opening lips and proclaiming God's praise, linking creation to human vocation.
- The service invites the light of God's presence to set hearts on fire with love for God and neighbour.
Delight In The Law Through Trial
- Verses from Psalm 119 emphasize delight in God's law and learning through affliction.
- The psalmist links faithful obedience with comfort, understanding, and hope in God's judgments.
Ask For The Spirit's Mercy
- Pray for the Holy Spirit to reveal mercy even amid failures and troubles.
- Invoke Jesus Christ as the basis for asking God to send comfort and discernment.