God our Father, Your power brings us to birth, Your providence guides our lives, And by Your command we return to dust. Lord, those who die still live in Your presence, Their lives change but do not end. I pray in hope for my family, Relatives and friends, And for all the dead known to … Read more
The transfiguration of Jesus (recorded in Matthew 17 and its parallels) is a unique scene in the gospels. Unlike many other events, Jesus did not announce that it would happen, the disciples certainly did not expect it, and this event was never repeated. The word “transfiguration” comes from the Latin roots trans- (“across”) and figura … Read more
Lord our God, who in times past withheld rain at the word of Your righteous prophet Elijah, hear the humble pleas of us unworthy sinners during this season of heavy rains and flooding. Do not hand us over to well-deserved chastisement for our many and manifold sins, but rather have mercy on us and save … Read more