Commontide

For a Virtuous Heart

Give me, O Lord, a steadfast heart, which no unworthy thought can drag down; an unconquered heart, which no tribulation can wear out; an upright heart, which no unworthy purpose can tempt aside. Bestow upon me understanding to know you, diligence to seek you, wisdom to find you, and faithfulness that finally may embrace you. Amen.

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Ministry to the Dying

Almighty God, look on this your servant, lying in great weakness, and comfort him with the promise of life everlasting, given in the resurrection of your Son Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Found in the Prayer Book

  • Ministry To The DyingMinistry to the Sick & Dying

Provenance

BCP 1979 (TEC)

Draft — AI-assisted research under editorial review.

The officiant's opening prayer at a deathbed, earliest found in the 1979 American Book of Common Prayer and carried into the ACNA's 2019 rite for "Ministry to the Dying."