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For Watchfulness

Thou, who with thine own mouth hast told us that at midnight the bridegroom shall come: Grant that the cry, “The bridegroom cometh!” may sound evermore in our ears, that so we be never unprepared to meet him, or forgetful of the souls for whom he died, for whom we watch and pray. And save us, O Lord. Amen.

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The Feast of Polycarp of Smyrna

Bishop & Martyr

Almighty God, you gave your servant Polycarp of Smyrna boldness to confess the Name of our Savior Jesus Christ before the rulers of this world, and courage to die for this faith: Grant that we may always be ready to give a reason for the hope that is in us, and to suffer gladly for the sake of our Lord Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

For a Martyr
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The Day’s Prayers

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Morning Prayer

Psalms 127, 128 · Exodus 3 · Matthew 9:18–34

Evening Prayer

Psalms 129, 130, 131 · Baruch 4 · Romans 8:1–17

Midday

Psalm 119:145–176

Family Close of Day

Psalm 134 · Baruch 4 · Romans 8:1–17

The Life

Polycarp of Smyrna

Hear of God’s faithfulness in the life & death of Polycarp.

The Propers

For a Martyr

Jeremiah 15:15–21 · Psalm 34 · Revelation 7:9–17 · Luke 12:4–12