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A Weblog Dedicated to the Discussion of the Christian Faith and 21st Century Life
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I do not seek to understand that I may believe, but I believe in order to understand. For this also I believe, –that unless I believed, I should not understand.-- St. Anselm of Canterbury (1033-1109)

Sunday, January 13, 2019

Scriptures and Prayer for the First Sunday after the Epiphany-- Baptism of the Lord

See the source imageOld Testament: Isaiah 43:1-7

Psalter: Psalm 29

Epistle: Acts 8:14-17

Gospel: Luke 3:15-17, 21-22
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Lord God, you revealed your Son in the waters of the Jordan and anointed him with the power of the Holy Spirit to proclaim good news to all people. Sanctify us by the same Spirit, that we may proclaim the healing power of the gospel by acts of love in your name. Amen.

2 comments:

Anne from CMM World Missions said...

I have a question, "If you are already baptized, can you request to be baptized again?" Just because you feel like you need a major healing of your soul for you have sinned and you have hurt someone's feelings. If not baptism, what should be done? I appreciate your reply in advance. Thank you.

Anne from CMM World Missions said...

I have a question, "If you are already baptized, can you request to be baptized again?" Just because you feel like you need a major healing of your soul for you have sinned and you have hurt someone's feelings. If not baptism, what should be done? I appreciate your reply in advance. Thank you.