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God’s Presence in a renewed Israel
Isaiah 4:2‑6

Psalm 122

Let us pray.     (Silence)

O God, you led your ancient people by a pillar of cloud by day and a pillar of fire by night: Grant that we, who serve you now on earth, may come to the joy of that heavenly Jerusalem, where all tears are wiped away and where your saints for ever sing your praise; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.


Salvation offered freely to all
Isaiah 55:1-11

Canticle 9, The First Song of Isaiah, or Psalm 42:1‑7

Let us pray.     (Silence)

O God, you have created all things by the power of your Word, and you renew the earth by your Spirit: Give now the water of life to those who thirst for you, that they may bring forth abundant fruit in your glorious kingdom; through Jesus Christ our Lord.  Amen.


A new heart and a new spirit
Ezekiel 36:24‑28

Psalm 42:1‑7, or Canticle 9, The First Song of Isaiah

Let us pray.     (Silence)

Almighty and everlasting God, who in the Paschal mystery established the new covenant of reconciliation: Grant that all

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