Slain by Love: Recent Episodes
Matt Boulter
O God, you have taught us to keep all your commandments by loving you and our neighbor: Grant us the grace of your Holy Spirit, that we may be devoted to you with our whole heart, and united to one another with pure affection; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Genesis 24:34-38, 42-49, 58-67
- Song of Solomon 2:8-13
- Romans 7:15-25a
- Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30
Preached on Sun, July 5, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
Almighty God, you have built your Church upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ himself being the chief cornerstone: Grant us so to be joined together in unity of spirit by their teaching, that we may be made a holy temple acceptable to you; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Genesis 22:1-14
- Psalm 13
- Romans 6:12-23
- Matthew 10:40-42
Preached on Sun, June 28, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
O Lord, make us have perpetual love and reverence for your holy Name, for you never fail to help and govern those whom you have set upon the sure foundation of your loving-kindness; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Genesis 21:8-21
- Psalm 86:1-10, 16-17
- Romans 6:1b-11
- Matthew 10:24-39
Preached on Sun, June 21, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
O God, from whom all good proceeds: Grant that by your inspiration we may think those things that are right, and by your merciful guiding may do them; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Genesis 12:1-9
- Psalm 33:1-12
- Romans 4:13-25
- Matthew 9:9-13, 18-26
Preached on Sun, June 14, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
O God, from whom all good proceeds: Grant that by your inspiration we may think those things that are right, and by your merciful guiding may do them; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Genesis 12:1-9
Psalm 33:1-12
Romans 4:13-25
Matthew 9:9-13, 18-26
Preached on Sun, June 7, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
Almighty and everlasting God, you have given to us your servants grace, by the confession of a true faith, to acknowledge the glory of the eternal Trinity, and in the power of your divine Majesty to worship the Unity: Keep us steadfast in this faith and worship, and bring us at last to see you in your one and eternal glory, O Father; who with the Son and the Holy Spirit live and reign, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Genesis 1:1-2:4a
Psalm 8
2 Corinthians 13:11-13
Matthew 28:16-20
Preached on Sun, May 31, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
Almighty God, on this day you opened the way of eternal life to every race and nation by the promised gift of your Holy Spirit: Shed abroad this gift throughout the world by the preaching of the Gospel, that it may reach to the ends of the earth; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Numbers 11:24-30
Psalm 104:25-35, 37
Acts 2:1-21
John 20:19-23
Preached on Sun, May 24, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
O God, the King of glory, you have exalted your only Son Jesus Christ with great triumph to your kingdom in heaven: Do not leave us comfortless, but send us your Holy Spirit to strengthen us, and exalt us to that place where our Savior Christ has gone before; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, in glory everlasting. Amen.
- Acts 1:6-14
- Psalm 68:1-10, 33-36
- 1 Peter 4:12-14; 5:6-11
- John 17:1-11
Preached on Sun, May 17, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
O God, you have prepared for those who love you such good things as surpass our understanding: Pour into our hearts such love towards you, that we, loving you in all things and above all things, may obtain your promises, which exceed all that we can desire; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Acts 17:22-31
- Psalm 66:7-18
- 1 Peter 3:13-22
- John 14:15-21
Preached on Sun, May 10, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
Almighty God, whom truly to know is everlasting life: Grant us so perfectly to know your Son Jesus Christ to be the way, the truth, and the life, that we may steadfastly follow his steps in the way that leads to eternal life; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Acts 7:55-60
- Psalm 31:1-5, 15-16
- 1 Peter 2:2-10
- John 14:1-14
Preached on Sun, May 3, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
O God, whose Son Jesus is the good shepherd of your people: Grant that when we hear his voice we may know him who calls us each by name, and follow where he leads; who, with you and the Holy Spirit, lives and reigns, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Acts 2:42-47
- 1 Peter 2:19-25
- John 10:1-10
- Psalm 23
Preached on Sun, Apr 26, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
O God, whose blessed Son made himself known to his disciples in the breaking of bread: Open the eyes of our faith, that we may behold him in all his redeeming work; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
- Acts 2:14a,36-41
1 Peter 1:17-23
Luke 24:13-35
Psalm 116:1-3, 10-17
Preached on Sun, Apr 19, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
Almighty and everlasting God, who in the Paschal mystery established the new covenant of reconciliation: Grant that all who have been reborn into the fellowship of Christ's Body may show forth in their lives what they profess by their faith; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Acts 2:14a,22-32
- 1 Peter 1:3-9
- John 20:19-31
- Psalm 16
Preached on Sun, Apr 12, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
O God, who for our redemption gave your only-begotten Son to the death of the cross, and by his glorious resurrection delivered us from the power of our enemy: Grant us so to die daily to sin, that we may evermore live with him in the joy of his resurrection; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Acts 10:34-43
Psalm 118:1-2, 14-24
Colossians 3:1-4
John 20:1-18
Preached on Sun, Apr 5, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
Gracious Father, whose blessed Son Jesus Christ came down from heaven to be the true bread which gives life to the world: Evermore give us this bread, that he may live in us, and we in him; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
- 1 Samuel 16:1-13
- Psalm 23
- Ephesians 5:8-14
- John 9:1-41
Preached on Sun, March 15, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
Almighty God, you alone can bring into order the unruly wills and affections of sinners: Grant your people grace to love what you command and desire what you promise; that, among the swift and varied changes of the world, our hearts may surely there be fixed where true joys are to be found; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Ezekiel 37:1-14
Psalm 130
Romans 8:6-11
John 11:1-45
Preached on Sun, March 22, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
Almighty and everliving God, in your tender love for the human race you sent your Son our Savior Jesus Christ to take upon him our nature, and to suffer death upon the cross, giving us the example of his great humility: Mercifully grant that we may walk in the way of his suffering, and also share in his resurrection; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Isaiah 50:4-9a
- Psalm 31:9-16
- Philippians 2:5-11
- Matthew 27:11-54
Preached on Sun, March 29, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
Almighty God, you know that we have no power in ourselves to help ourselves: Keep us both outwardly in our bodies and inwardly in our souls, that we may be defended from all adversities which may happen to the body, and from all evil thoughts which may assault and hurt the soul; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Exodus 17:1-7
- Psalm 95
- Romans 5:1-11
- John 4:5-42
Preached on Sun, March 8, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
Almighty God, whose blessed Son was led by the Spirit to be tempted by Satan: Come quickly to help us who are assaulted by many temptations; and, as you know the weaknesses of each of us, let each one find you mighty to save; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
- Genesis 2:15-17; 3:1-7
- Psalm 32
- Romans 5:12-19
- Matthew 4:1-11
Preached on Sun, Feb 22, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
O God, whose glory it is always to have mercy: Be gracious to all who have gone astray from your ways, and bring them again with penitent hearts and steadfast faith to embrace and hold fast the unchangeable truth of your Word, Jesus Christ your Son; who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Genesis 12:1-4a
- Psalm 121
- Romans 4:1-5, 13-17
- John 3:1-17
Preached on Sun, March 1, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
Set us free, O God, from the bondage of our sins, and give us the liberty of that abundant life which you have made known to us in your Son our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
- Isaiah 58:1-9a, [9b-12]
- Psalm 112:1-9, (10)
- 1 Corinthians 2:1-12, [13-16]
- Matthew 5:13-20
Preached on Sun, Feb 8, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
O God, who before the passion of your only begotten Son revealed his glory upon the holy mountain: Grant to us that we, beholding by faith the light of his countenance, may be strengthened to bear our cross, and be changed into his likeness from glory to glory; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Exodus 24:12-18
- Psalm 2
- 2 Peter 1:16-21
- Matthew 17:1-9
Preached on Sun, Feb 15, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
Almighty God, whose Son our Savior Jesus Christ is the light of the world: Grant that your people, illumined by your Word and Sacraments, may shine with the radiance of Christ's glory, that he may be known, worshipped, and obeyed to the ends of the earth; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
- Isaiah 49:1-7
- Psalm 40:1-12
- 1 Corinthians 1:1-9
- John 1:29-42
Preached on Sun, Jan 18, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
Almighty and everlasting God, you govern all things both in heaven and on earth: Mercifully hear the supplications of your people, and in our time grant us your peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Micah 6:1-8
- Psalm 15
- 1 Corinthians 1:18-31
- Matthew 5:1-12
Preached on Sun, Feb 1, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
Father in heaven, who at the baptism of Jesus in the River Jordan proclaimed him your beloved Son and anointed him with the Holy Spirit: Grant that all who are baptized into his Name may keep the covenant they have made, and boldly confess him as Lord and Savior; who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, in glory everlasting. Amen.
- Isaiah 42:1-9
- Psalm 29
- Acts 10:34-43
- Matthew 3:13-17
Preached on Sun, Jan 11, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
O God, who wonderfully created, and yet more wonderfully restored, the dignity of human nature: Grant that we may share the divine life of him who humbled himself to share our humanity, your Son Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
The lessons for this Sunday were those appointed for Lessons & Carols.
Preached on Sun, Jan 4, 2026 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
Almighty God, you have poured upon us the new light of your incarnate Word: Grant that this light, enkindled in our hearts, may shine forth in our lives; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
- Isaiah 61:10-62:3
- Psalm 147:13-21
- Galatians 3:23-25; 4:4-7
- John 1:1-18
Preached on Sun, Dec 28, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
Purify our conscience, Almighty God, by your daily visitation, that your Son Jesus Christ, at his coming, may find in us a mansion prepared for himself; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
- Isaiah 7:10-16
- Romans 1:1-7
- Matthew 1:18-25
- Psalm 80:1-7, 16-18
Preached on Sun, Dec 21, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
Stir up your power, O Lord, and with great might come among us; and, because we are sorely hindered by our sins, let your bountiful grace and mercy speedily help and deliver us; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory, now and for ever. Amen.
Isaiah 35:1-10
Canticle 15
James 5:7-10
Matthew 11:2-11
Preached on Sun, Dec 14 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
Almighty God, give us grace to cast away the works of darkness, and put on the armor of light, now in the time of this mortal life in which your Son Jesus Christ came to visit us in great humility; that in the last day, when he shall come again in his glorious majesty to judge both the living and the dead, we may rise to the life immortal; through him who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
- Isaiah 2:1-5
- Romans 13:11-14
- Matthew 24:36-44
- Psalm 122
Preached on Sun, Nov 30, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX
Merciful God, who sent your messengers the prophets to preach repentance and prepare the way for our salvation: Give us grace to heed their warnings and forsake our sins, that we may greet with joy the coming of Jesus Christ our Redeemer; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
- Isaiah 11:1-10
- Romans 15:4-13
- Matthew 3:1-12
- Psalm 72:1-7, 18-19
Preached on Sun, Dec 7, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
Almighty and everlasting God, whose will it is to restore all things in your well-beloved Son, the King of kings and Lord of lords: Mercifully grant that the peoples of the earth, divided and enslaved by sin, may be freed and brought together under his most gracious rule; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Jeremiah 23:1-6
Canticle 16
Colossians 1:11-20
Luke 23:33-43
Preached on Sun, Nov 23, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX
O God, whose blessed Son came into the world that he might destroy the works of the devil and make us children of God and heirs of eternal life: Grant that, having this hope, we may purify ourselves as he is pure; that, when he comes again with power and great glory, we may be made like him in his eternal and glorious kingdom; where he lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Haggai 1:15b-2:9
Psalm 145:1-5, 18-22
2 Thessalonians 2:1-5, 13-17
Luke 20:27-38
Preached on Sun, Nov 9, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
Almighty and everlasting God, in Christ you have revealed your glory among the nations: Preserve the works of your mercy, that your Church throughout the world may persevere with steadfast faith in the confession of your Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Jeremiah 31:27-34
Psalm 119:97-104
2 Timothy 3:14-4:5
Luke 18:1-8
Preached on Sun, Oct 19, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
Almighty and everlasting God, increase in us the gifts of faith, hope, and charity; and, that we may obtain what you promise, make us love what you command; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Joel 2:23-32
Psalm 65
2 Timothy 4:6-8,16-18
Luke 18:9-14
Preached on Sun, Oct 19, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
Almighty God, you have knit together your elect in one communion and fellowship in the mystical body of your Son Christ our Lord: Give us grace so to follow your blessed saints in all virtuous and godly living, that we may come to those ineffable joys that you have prepared for those who truly love you; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, in glory everlasting. Amen.
Daniel 7:1-3,15-18
Psalm 149
Ephesians 1:11-23
Luke 6:20-31
Preached on Sun, Nov 2, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
Almighty and everlasting God, you are always more ready to hear than we to pray, and to give more than we either desire or deserve: Pour upon us the abundance of your mercy, forgiving us those things of which our conscience is afraid, and giving us those good things for which we are not worthy to ask, except through the merits and mediation of Jesus Christ our Savior; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Lamentations 1:1-6
Psalm 137
2 Timothy 1:1-14
Luke 17:5-10
Preached on Sun, Oct 5, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
Lord, we pray that your grace may always precede and follow us, that we may continually be given to good works; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Jeremiah 29:1, 4-7
Psalm 66:1-11
2 Timothy 2:8-15
Luke 17:11-19
Preached on Sun, Oct 12, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
O God, you declare your almighty power chiefly in showing mercy and pity: Grant us the fullness of your grace, that we, running to obtain your promises, may become partakers of your heavenly treasure; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Jeremiah 32:1-3a, 6-15
Psalm 91:1-6, 14-16
1 Timothy 6:6-19
Luke 16:19-31
Preached on Sun, Sept 28, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
Grant us, Lord, not to be anxious about earthly things, but to love things heavenly; and even now, while we are placed among things that are passing away, to hold fast to those that shall endure; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Jeremiah 8:18-9:1
- Psalm 79:1-9
- 1 Timothy 2:1-7
- Luke 16:1-13
Preached on Sun, Sept 21, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
O God, because without you we are not able to please you, mercifully grant that your Holy Spirit may in all things direct and rule our hearts; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Jeremiah 4:11-12, 22-28
Psalm 14
1 Timothy 1:12-17
Luke 15:1-10
Preached on Sun, Sept 14, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
Grant us, O Lord, to trust in you with all our hearts; for, as you always resist the proud who confide in their own strength, so you never forsake those who make their boast of your mercy; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
- Jeremiah 18:1-11
- Psalm 139:1-5, 12-17
- Philemon 1-21
- Luke 14:25-33
Preached on Sun, Sept 7, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
Lord of all power and might, the author and giver of all good things: Graft in our hearts the love of your Name; increase in us true religion; nourish us with all goodness; and bring forth in us the fruit of good works; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God for ever and ever. Amen.
- Jeremiah 2:4-13
- Psalm 81:1, 10-16
- Hebrews 13:1-8, 15-16
- Luke 14:1, 7-14
Preached on Sun, August 31, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
Grant, O merciful God, that your Church, being gathered together in unity by your Holy Spirit, may show forth your power among all peoples, to the glory of your Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Jeremiah 1:4-10
- Psalm 71:1-6
- Hebrews 12:18-29
- Luke 13:10-17
Preached on Sun, August 24, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
Almighty God, you have given your only Son to be for us a sacrifice for sin, and also an example of godly life: Give us grace to receive thankfully the fruits of his redeeming work, and to follow daily in the blessed steps of his most holy life; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
- Isaiah 5:1-7
- Psalm 80:1-2, 8-18
- Hebrews 11:29-12:2
- Luke 12:49-56
Preached on Sun, August 17, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
Grant to us, Lord, we pray, the spirit to think and do always those things that are right, that we, who cannot exist without you, may by you be enabled to live according to your will; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Isaiah 1:1, 10-20
- Psalm 50:1-8, 23-24
- Hebrews 11:1-3, 8-16
- Luke 12:32-40
Preached on Sun, August 10, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
Let your continual mercy, O Lord, cleanse and defend your Church; and, because it cannot continue in safety without your help, protect and govern it always by your goodness; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Hosea 11:1-11
- Psalm 107:1-9, 43
- Colossians 3:1-11
- Luke 12:13-21
Preached on Sun, August 3, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
O God, the protector of all who trust in you, without whom nothing is strong, nothing is holy: Increase and multiply upon us your mercy; that, with you as our ruler and guide, we may so pass through things temporal, that we lose not the things eternal; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Hosea 1:2-10
- Psalm 85
- Colossians 2:6-15, (16-19)
- Luke 11:1-13
Preached on Sun, July 27, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
Almighty God, the fountain of all wisdom, you know our necessities before we ask and our ignorance in asking: Have compassion on our weakness, and mercifully give us those things which for our unworthiness we dare not, and for our blindness we cannot ask; through the worthiness of your Son Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
- Amos 8:1-12
- Psalm 52
- Colossians 1:15-28
- Luke 10:38-42
Preached on Sun, July 20, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
O God, you have taught us to keep all your commandments by loving you and our neighbor: Grant us the grace of your Holy Spirit, that we may be devoted to you with our whole heart, and united to one another with pure affection; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- 2 Kings 5:1-14
- Psalm 30
- Galatians 6:(1-6)7-16
- Luke 10:1-11, 16-20
Preached on Sun, July 13, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
O God, you have taught us to keep all your commandments by loving you and our neighbor: Grant us the grace of your Holy Spirit, that we may be devoted to you with our whole heart, and united to one another with pure affection; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- 2 Kings 5:1-14
- Psalm 30
- Galatians 6:(1-6)7-16
- Luke 10:1-11, 16-20
Preached on Sun, July 6, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
Almighty God, you have built your Church upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ himself being the chief cornerstone: Grant us so to be joined together in unity of spirit by their teaching, that we may be made a holy temple acceptable to you; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- 2 Kings 2:1-2, 6-14
- Psalm 77:1-2, 11-20
- Galatians 5:1,13-25
- Luke 9:51-62
Preached on Sun, June 29, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
Almighty and everlasting God, you have given to us your servants grace, by the confession of a true faith, to acknowledge the glory of the eternal Trinity, and in the power of your divine Majesty to worship the Unity: Keep us steadfast in this faith and worship, and bring us at last to see you in your one and eternal glory, O Father; who with the Son and the Holy Spirit live and reign, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Proverbs 8:1-4, 22-31
- Romans 5:1-5
- John 16:12-15
- Psalm 8
Preached on Sun, June 15, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
Almighty and everlasting God, you have given to us your servants grace, by the confession of a true faith, to acknowledge the glory of the eternal Trinity, and in the power of your divine Majesty to worship the Unity: Keep us steadfast in this faith and worship, and bring us at last to see you in your one and eternal glory, O Father; who with the Son and the Holy Spirit live and reign, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Proverbs 8:1-4, 22-31
- Romans 5:1-5
- John 16:12-15
- Psalm 8
Preached on Sun, June 15, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
Almighty God, on this day you opened the way of eternal life to every race and nation by the promised gift of your Holy Spirit: Shed abroad this gift throughout the world by the preaching of the Gospel, that it may reach to the ends of the earth; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Gen 11:1-9
- Ps 104:25-35, 37
- Acts 2:1-21
- Jn 14:8-17
Preached on Sun, June 8, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
O God, the King of glory, you have exalted your only Son Jesus Christ with great triumph to your kingdom in heaven: Do not leave us comfortless, but send us your Holy Spirit to strengthen us, and exalt us to that place where our Savior Christ has gone before; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, in glory everlasting. Amen.
- Acts 16:16-34
- Revelation 22:12-14,16-17,20-21
- John 17:20-26
- Psalm 97
Preached on Sun, June 1, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
O God, you have prepared for those who love you such good things as surpass our understanding: Pour into our hearts such love towards you, that we, loving you in all things and above all things, may obtain your promises, which exceed all that we can desire; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Acts 16:9-15
- Psalm 67
- Revelation 21:10, 22-22:5
- John 14:23-29
Preached on Sun, May 25, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
Almighty God, whom truly to know is everlasting life: Grant us so perfectly to know your Son Jesus Christ to be the way, the truth, and the life, that we may steadfastly follow his steps in the way that leads to eternal life; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Acts 11:1-18
- Revelation 21:1-6
- John 13:31-35
- Psalm 148
Preached on Sun, May 18, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
O God, whose Son Jesus is the good shepherd of your people: Grant that when we hear his voice we may know him who calls us each by name, and follow where he leads; who, with you and the Holy Spirit, lives and reigns, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Acts 9:36-43
- Revelation 7:9-17
- John 10:22-30
- Psalm 23
Preached on Sun, May 11, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
O God, whose blessed Son made himself known to his disciples in the breaking of bread: Open the eyes of our faith, that we may behold him in all his redeeming work; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
- Acts 9:1-6, (7-20)
- Revelation 5:11-14
- John 21:1-19
- Psalm 30
Preached on Sun, May 4, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
Almighty God, we pray you graciously to behold this your family, for whom our Lord Jesus Christ was willing to be betrayed, and given into the hands of sinners, and to suffer death upon the cross; who now lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Isaiah 52:13-53:12
- Psalm 22
- Hebrews 10:16-25
- John 18:1-19:42
Preached on Fri, Apr 18, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
Almighty and everlasting God, who in the Paschal mystery established the new covenant of reconciliation: Grant that all who have been reborn into the fellowship of Christ's Body may show forth in their lives what they profess by their faith; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Acts 5:27-32
- Psalm 118:14-29
- Revelation 1:4-8
- John 20:19-31
Preached on Sun, Apr 27, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
O God, who for our redemption gave your only-begotten Son to the death of the cross, and by his glorious resurrection delivered us from the power of our enemy: Grant us so to die daily to sin, that we may evermore live with him in the joy of his resurrection; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
- Acts 10:34-43
- Psalm 118:1-2, 14-24
- 1 Corinthians 15:19-26
- or Luke 24:1-12
Preached on Sun, Apr 20, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
Almighty Father, whose dear Son, on the night before he suffered, instituted the Sacrament of his Body and Blood: Mercifully grant that we may receive it thankfully in remembrance of Jesus Christ our Lord, who in these holy mysteries gives us a pledge of eternal life; and who now lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Exodus 12:1-4, (5-10), 11-14
- Psalm 116:1, 10-17
- 1 Corinthians 11:23-26
- John 13:1-17, 31b-35
Preached on Thurs, Apr 17, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
Almighty and everliving God, in your tender love for the human race you sent your Son our Savior Jesus Christ to take upon him our nature, and to suffer death upon the cross, giving us the example of his great humility: Mercifully grant that we may walk in the way of his suffering, and also share in his resurrection; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Isaiah 50:4-9a
- Psalm 31:9-16
- Philippians 2:5-11
- Luke 23:1-49
Preached on Sun, Apr 13, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
Almighty God, you alone can bring into order the unruly wills and affections of sinners: Grant your people grace to love what you command and desire what you promise; that, among the swift and varied changes of the world, our hearts may surely there be fixed where true joys are to be found; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
- Isaiah 43:16-21
- Philippians 3:4b-14
- John 12:1-8
- Psalm 126
Preached on Sun, Apr 6, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
Gracious Father, whose blessed Son Jesus Christ came down from heaven to be the true bread which gives life to the world: Evermore give us this bread, that he may live in us, and we in him; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
- Joshua 5:9-12
- 2 Corinthians 5:16-21
- Luke 15:1-3, 11b-32
- Psalm 32
Preached on Sun, March 30, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
Almighty God, you know that we have no power in ourselves to help ourselves: Keep us both outwardly in our bodies and inwardly in our souls, that we may be defended from all adversities which may happen to the body, and from all evil thoughts which may assault and hurt the soul; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Exodus 3:1-15
- Psalm 63:1-8
- 1 Corinthians 10:1-13
- Luke 13:1-9
Preached on Sun, March 23, 2025, at St. George's Episcopal Church in Austin, TX.
O God, whose glory it is always to have mercy: Be gracious to all who have gone astray from your ways, and bring them again with penitent hearts and steadfast faith to embrace and hold fast the unchangeable truth of your Word, Jesus Christ your Son; who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Genesis 15:1-12,17-18
- Psalm 27
- Philippians 3:17-4:1
- Luke 13:31-35
Preached on Sun, March 16, 2025, at St. George's Episcopal Church in Austin, TX.
Almighty God, whose blessed Son was led by the Spirit to be tempted by Satan: Come quickly to help us who are assaulted by many temptations; and, as you know the weaknesses of each of us, let each one find you mighty to save; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
- Deuteronomy 26:1-11
- Psalm 91:1-2, 9-16
- Romans 10:8b-13
- Luke 4:1-13
Preached on Sun, March 9, 2025, at St. George's Episcopal Church in Austin, TX.
O Lord, you have taught us that without love whatever we do is worth nothing: Send your Holy Spirit and pour into our hearts your greatest gift, which is love, the true bond of peace and of all virtue, without which whoever lives is accounted dead before you. Grant this for the sake of your only Son Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
- Genesis 45:3-11, 15
- Psalm 37:1-12, 41-42
- 1 Corinthians 15:35-38,42-50
- Luke 6:27-38
Preached on Sun, Feb 16, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
O God, who before the passion of your only begotten Son revealed his glory upon the holy mountain: Grant to us that we, beholding by faith the light of his countenance, may be strengthened to bear our cross, and be changed into his likeness from glory to glory; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Exodus 34:29-35
Ps 99
2 Corinthians 3:12-4:2
Luke 9:28-36
Preached on Sun, Feb 16, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
Almighty and everlasting God, you hate nothing you have made and forgive the sins of all who are penitent: Create and make in us new and contrite hearts, that we, worthily lamenting our sins and acknowledging our wretchedness, may obtain of you, the God of all mercy, perfect remission and forgiveness; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Isaiah 58:1-12
Ps 103:8-14
2 Corinthians 5:20b-6:10
Matthew 6:1-6,16-21
Preached on Wed, March 5, 2025, at St. George's Episcopal Church in Austin, TX.
O God, the strength of all who put their trust in you: Mercifully accept our prayers; and because in our weakness we can do nothing good without you, give us the help of your grace, that in keeping your commandments we may please you both in will and deed; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Jeremiah 17:5-10
- Psalm 1
- 1 Corinthians 15:12-20
- Luke 6:17-26
Preached on Sun, Feb 16, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
Set us free, O God, from the bondage of our sins, and give us the liberty of that abundant life which you have made known to us in your Son our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
- Isaiah 6:1-8
- Ps 138
- 1 Corinthians 15:1-11
- Luke 5:1-11
Preached on Sun, Feb 9, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
Almighty and everliving God, we humbly pray that, as your only-begotten Son was this day presented in the temple, so we may be presented to you with pure and clean hearts by Jesus Christ our Lord; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Malachi 3:1-4
Psalm 84
Heb 2:14-18
Lk 2:22-40
Preached on Sun, Feb 2, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
Give us grace, O Lord, to answer readily the call of our Savior Jesus Christ and proclaim to all people the Good News of his salvation, that we and the whole world may perceive the glory of his marvelous works; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Nehemiah 8:1-3, 5-6, 8-10
- Psalm 19
- 1 Corinthians 12:12-31a
- Luke 4:14-21
Preached on Sun, Jan 26, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
Give us grace, O Lord, to answer readily the call of our Savior Jesus Christ and proclaim to all people the Good News of his salvation, that we and the whole world may perceive the glory of his marvelous works; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Nehemiah 8:1-3, 5-6, 8-10
- Psalm 19
- 1 Corinthians 12:12-31a
- Luke 4:14-21
Preached on Sun, Jan 19, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
Father in heaven, who at the baptism of Jesus in the River Jordan proclaimed him your beloved Son and anointed him with the Holy Spirit: Grant that all who are baptized into his Name may keep the covenant they have made, and boldly confess him as Lord and Savior; who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, in glory everlasting. Amen.
- Isaiah 43:1-7
- Acts 8:14-17
- Luke 3:15-17, 21-22
- Psalm 29
Preached on Sun, Jan 12, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
O God, who wonderfully created, and yet more wonderfully restored, the dignity of human nature: Grant that we may share the divine life of him who humbled himself to share our humanity, your Son Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Jeremiah 31:7-14
- Psalm 84
- Ephesians 1:3-6,15-19a
- Matthew 2:13-15,19-23
Preached on Sun, Jan 5, 2025 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
Almighty God, you have poured upon us the new light of your incarnate Word: Grant that this light, enkindled in our hearts, may shine forth in our lives; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
- Isaiah 61:10-62:3
- Psalm 147:13-21
- Galatians 3:23-25; 4:4-7
- John 1:1-18
Preached on Sun, Dec 29, 2024 at St. George's Episcopal Church Austin, TX.
Purify our conscience, Almighty God, by your daily visitation, that your Son Jesus Christ, at his coming, may find in us a mansion prepared for himself; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
- Micah 5:2-5a
- Canticle 15
- Hebrews 10:5-10
- Luke 1:39-45
Preached on Sun, Dec 22, 2024 at St. George's Austin.
Stir up your power, O Lord, and with great might come among us; and, because we are sorely hindered by our sins, let your bountiful grace and mercy speedily help and deliver us; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory, now and for ever. Amen.
- Zephaniah 3:14-20
- Philippians 4:4-7
- Luke 3:7-18
- Canticle 9
Preached on Sun, Dec 15, 2024 at St. George's Austin.
Merciful God, who sent your messengers the prophets to preach repentance and prepare the way for our salvation: Give us grace to heed their warnings and forsake our sins, that we may greet with joy the coming of Jesus Christ our Redeemer; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
- Malachi 3:1-4
- Canticle 16 (Song of Zechariah)
- Philippians 1:3-11
- Luke 3:1-6
Preached on Sun, Dec 8, 2024 at St. George's Austin.
Almighty God, give us grace to cast away the works of darkness, and put on the armor of light, now in the time of this mortal life in which your Son Jesus Christ came to visit us in great humility; that in the last day, when he shall come again in his glorious majesty to judge both the living and the dead, we may rise to the life immortal; through him who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
- Jeremiah 33:14-16
- 1 Thessalonians 3:9-13
- Luke 21:25-36
- Psalm 25:1-9
Preached on Sun, Dec 1, 2024 at St. George's Austin.
Blessed Lord, who caused all holy Scriptures to be written for our learning: Grant us so to hear them, read, mark, learn, and inwardly digest them, that we may embrace and ever hold fast the blessed hope of everlasting life, which you have given us in our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
1 Samuel 1:4-20
1 Samuel 2:1-10
Hebrews 10:11-14, 19-25
Mark 13:1-8
Preached on Sun, Nov 17, 2024 at St. George's Austin.
Almighty and everlasting God, whose will it is to restore all things in your well-beloved Son, the King of kings and Lord of lords: Mercifully grant that the peoples of the earth, divided and enslaved by sin, may be freed and brought together under his most gracious rule; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.2 Samuel 23:1-7
Psalm 132:1-13
Revelation 1:4b-8
John 18:33-37
Preached on Sun, Nov 24, 2024 at St. George's Austin.
O God, whose blessed Son came into the world that he might destroy the works of the devil and make us children of God and heirs of eternal life: Grant that, having this hope, we may purify ourselves as he is pure; that, when he comes again with power and great glory, we may be made like him in his eternal and glorious kingdom; where he lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.Ruth 3:1-5; 4:13-17
Psalm 127
Hebrews 9:24-28
Mark 12:38-44
Preached on Sun, Nov 10, 2024 at St. George's Austin.
Almighty God, you have knit together your elect in one communion and fellowship in the mystical body of your Son Christ our Lord: Give us grace so to follow your blessed saints in all virtuous and godly living, that we may come to those ineffable joys that you have prepared for those who truly love you; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, in glory everlasting. Amen.Isaiah 25:6-9
Psalm 24
Revelation 21:1-6a
John 11:32-44
Preached on Sun, Nov 3, 2024 at St. George's Austin.
Almighty and everlasting God, increase in us the gifts of faith, hope, and charity; and, that we may obtain what you promise, make us love what you command; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.Job 42:1-6, 10-17
Psalm 34:1-8, (19-22)
Hebrews 7:23-28
Mark 10:46-52
Preached on Sun, Oct 27, 2024 at St. George's Austin.
Lord, we pray that your grace may always precede and follow us, that we may continually be given to good works; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.Job 23:1-9, 16-17
Psalm 22:1-15
Hebrews 4:12-16
Mark 10:17-31
Preached on Sun, Oct 13, 2024 at St. George's Austin.
Almighty and everlasting God, in Christ you have revealed your glory among the nations: Preserve the works of your mercy, that your Church throughout the world may persevere with steadfast faith in the confession of your Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.Job 38:1-7, (34-41)
Psalm 104:1-9, 25, 37b
Hebrews 5:1-10
Mark 10:35-45
Preached on Sun, Oct 20, 2024 at St. George's Austin.
Almighty and everlasting God, you are always more ready to hear than we to pray, and to give more than we either desire or deserve: Pour upon us the abundance of your mercy, forgiving us those things of which our conscience is afraid, and giving us those good things for which we are not worthy to ask, except through the merits and mediation of Jesus Christ our Savior; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.Job 1:1; 2:1-10
Psalm 26
Hebrews 1:1-4; 2:5-12
Mark 10:2-16
Preached my Mr. Chas Kipp (Church Seminarian) on Sun, Oct. 6, 2024 at St. George's Austin.
O God, you declare your almighty power chiefly in showing mercy and pity: Grant us the fullness of your grace, that we, running to obtain your promises, may become partakers of your heavenly treasure; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Esther 7:1-6, 9-10; 9:20-22
Psalm 124
James 5:13-20
Mark 9:38-50
Preached on Sun, Sept 29, 2024 at St. George's Austin.
Grant us, Lord, not to be anxious about earthly things, but to love things heavenly; and even now, while we are placed among things that are passing away, to hold fast to those that shall endure; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever, Amen.
Proverbs 31:10-31
Psalm 1
James 3:13-4:3, 7-8a
Mark 9:30-37
Preached on Sun, Sept 22, 2024 at St. George's Austin.
O God, because without you we are not able to please you, mercifully grant that your Holy Spirit may in all things direct and rule our hearts; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.Proverbs 1:20-33
Psalm 19
James 3:1-12
Mark 8:27-38
Preached on Sun, Sept 15, 2024 at St. George's Austin.
Grant us, O Lord, to trust in you with all our hearts; for, as you always resist the proud who confide in their own strength, so you never forsake those who make their boast of your mercy; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.Proverbs 22:1-2, 8-9, 22-23
Psalm 125
James 2:1-10, 14-17
Mark 7:24-37
Preached on Sun, Sept 8, 2024 at St. George's Austin.
by Lord of all power and might, the author and giver of all good things: Graft in our hearts the love of your Name; increase in us true religion; nourish us with all goodness; and bring forth in us the fruit of good works; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God for ever and ever. Amen.Song of Solomon 2:8-13
Psalm 45:1-2, 7-10
James 1:17-27
Mark 7:1-8, 14-15, 21-23
Preached on Sun, Sept 1, 2024 by Mr. Chas Kipp (church seminarian) at St. George's Austin.
Grant, O merciful God, that your Church, being gathered together in unity by your Holy Spirit, may show forth your power among all peoples, to the glory of your Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.1 Kings 8: 22-30, 41-43
Psalm 84
Ephesians 6:10-20
John 6:56-69
Preached on Sun, Aug 4, 2024 at St. George's Austin.
Almighty God, you have given your only Son to be for us a sacrifice for sin, and also an example of godly life: Give us grace to receive thankfully the fruits of his redeeming work, and to follow daily in the blessed steps of his most holy life; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
1 Kings 2:10-12; 3:3-14
Psalm 111
Ephesians 5:15-20
John 6:51-58
Preached on Sun, Aug 18, 2024 at St. George's Austin.
Grant to us, Lord, we pray, the spirit to think and do always those things that are right, that we, who cannot exist without you, may by you be enabled to live according to your will; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.1 Kings 19:4-8
Psalm 34:1-8
Ephesians 4:25-5:2
John 6:35, 41-51
Preached on Sun, Aug 11 at St. George's Aust
Let your continual mercy, O Lord, cleanse and defend your Church; and, because it cannot continue in safety without your help, protect and govern it always by your goodness; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
2 Samuel 11:26-12:13a
Psalm 51:1-13
Ephesians 4:1-16
John 6:24-35
Preached on Sun, Aug 4, 2024 at St. George's Austin.
Almighty God, the fountain of all wisdom, you know our necessities before we ask and our ignorance in asking: Have compassion on our weakness, and mercifully give us those things which for our unworthiness we dare not, and for our blindness we cannot ask; through the worthiness of your Son Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
- 2 Samuel 7:1-14a
- Psalm 89:20-37
- Ephesians 2:11-22
- Mark 6:30-34, 53-56
Preached on Sun, July 21, 2024 at St. George's Austin.
O Lord, mercifully receive the prayers of your people who call upon you, and grant that they may know and understand what things they ought to do, and also may have grace and power faithfully to accomplish them; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
- 2 Samuel 6:1-5, 12b-19
- Psalm 24
- Ephesians 1:3-14
- Mark 6:14-29
Preached on Sun, July 14, 2024 at St. George's Austin.
O God, the protector of all who trust in you, without whom nothing is strong, nothing is holy: Increase and multiply upon us your mercy; that, with you as our ruler and guide, we may so pass through things temporal, that we lose not the things eternal; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- 2 Samuel 11:1-15
- Psalm 14
- Ephesians 3:14-21
- John 6:1-21
Preached on Sun, July 28, 2024 at St. George's Austin.
O God, you have taught us to keep all your commandments by loving you and our neighbor: Grant us the grace of your Holy Spirit, that we may be devoted to you with our whole heart, and united to one another with pure affection; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- 2 Samuel 5:1-5, 9-10
- Psalm 48
- 2 Corinthians 12:2-10
- Mark 6:1-13
Preached on Sun, July 7, 2024 at St. George's Austin.
Almighty God, you have built your Church upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ himself being the chief cornerstone: Grant us so to be joined together in unity of spirit by their teaching, that we may be made a holy temple acceptable to you; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- 2 Samuel 1:1, 17-27
- Psalm 130
- 2 Corinthians 8:7-15
- Mark 5:21-43
Preached on Sun, June 30, 2024 at St. George's Austin.
O God, from whom all good proceeds: Grant that by your inspiration we may think those things that are right, and by your merciful guiding may do them; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- 1 Samuel 8:4-11, 16-20
- Psalm 138
- 2 Corinthians 4:13-5:1
- Mark 3:20-35
Preached on Sun, June 9, 2024 at St. George's Austin.
Keep, O Lord, your household the Church in your steadfast faith and love, that through your grace we may proclaim your truth with boldness, and minister your justice with compassion; for the sake of our Savior Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
- 1 Samuel 15:34-16:13
- Psalm 20
- 2 Corinthians 5:6-10,14-17
- Mark 4:26-34
Preached on Sun, June 16, 2024 at St. George's Austin.
O God, your never-failing providence sets in order all things both in heaven and earth: Put away from us, we entreat you, all hurtful things, and give us those things which are profitable for us; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- 1 Samuel 3:1-10(11-20)
- Psalm 139:1-5, 12-17
- 2 Corinthians 4:5-12
- Mark 2:23-3:6
Preached on Sun, June 2, 2024 (by Mr. Chas Kipp) at St. George's Austin.
O God, who on this day taught the hearts of your faithful people by sending to them the light of your Holy Spirit: Grant us by the same Spirit to have a right judgment in all things, and evermore to rejoice in his holy comfort; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Acts 2:1–21
- Rom 8:22–27
- Psalm 104:25-35, 37
- John 15:26-27; 16:4b-15
Preached on Sun, May 19, 2024 at St. George's Austin.
Almighty and everlasting God, you have given to us your servants grace, by the confession of a true faith, to acknowledge the glory of the eternal Trinity, and in the power of your divine Majesty to worship the Unity: Keep us steadfast in this faith and worship, and bring us at last to see you in your one and eternal glory, O Father; who with the Son and the Holy Spirit live and reign, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Isaiah 6:1-8
- Psalm 29
- Romans 8:12-17
- John 3:1-17
Preached on Sun, May 26, 2024 (by Pia Ibsen) at St. George's Austin.
O God, the King of glory, you have exalted your only Son Jesus Christ with great triumph to your kingdom in heaven: Do not leave us comfortless, but send us your Holy Spirit to strengthen us, and exalt us to that place where our Savior Christ has gone before; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, in glory everlasting. Amen.
- Acts 1:15-17, 21-26
- 1 John 5:9-13
- John 17:6-19
- Psalm 1
Preached on Sun, May 12, 2024 at St. George's Austin.
O God, you have prepared for those who love you such good things as surpass our understanding: Pour into our hearts such love towards you, that we, loving you in all things and above all things, may obtain your promises, which exceed all that we can desire; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Acts 10:44-48
- 1 John 5:1-6
- John 15:9-17
- Psalm 98
Preached on Sun, May 5, 2024 at St. George's Austin.
On this day we celebrated our patron saint, St. George!
Faithful servant of God and invincible martyr, Saint George; favored by God with the gift of faith, and inflamed with an ardent love of Christ, you did fight valiantly against the dragon of pride, falsehood, and deceit. Neither pain nor torture, sword nor death could part you from the love of Christ. Give us your spirit of courage and love, so that we may serve God and promote the wellbeing and health of our children, our neighbors, and our communities. Amen.Almighty God, whom truly to know is everlasting life: Grant us so perfectly to know your Son Jesus Christ to be the way, the truth, and the life, that we may steadfastly follow his steps in the way that leads to eternal life; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Acts 8:26–40
- Ps 22:24–40
- 1 John 4:7–21
- John 15:1–8
Preached on Sun, Apr 28, 2024 at St. George's Austin.
O God, whose blessed Son made himself known to his disciples in the breaking of bread: Open the eyes of our faith, that we may behold him in all his redeeming work; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
- Acts 3:12-19
- 1 John 3:1-7
- Luke 24:36b-48
- Psalm 4
Preached on Sun, Apr 14, 2024 at St. George's Austin.
Almighty and everlasting God, who in the Paschal mystery established the new covenant of reconciliation: Grant that all who have been reborn into the fellowship of Christ's Body may show forth in their lives what they profess by their faith; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Acts 4:32-35
- 1 John 1:1-2:2
- John 20:19-31
- Psalm 133
Preached on Sun, Apr 7, 2024 at St. George's Austin.
This day's lections (see here).
Almighty God, who through your only-begotten Son Jesus Christ overcame death and opened to us the gate of everlasting life: Grant that we, who celebrate with joy the day of the Lord's resurrection, may be raised from the death of sin by your life-giving Spirit; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
- Acts 10:34-43
- Psalm 118:1-2, 14-24
- 1 Corinthians 15:1-11
- John 20:1-18
Preached on Sun, March 31, 2024 at St. George's Austin.
This day's lections (see here).
Almighty and everliving God, in your tender love for the human race you sent your Son our Savior Jesus Christ to take upon him our nature, and to suffer death upon the cross, giving us the example of his great humility: Mercifully grant that we may walk in the way of his suffering, and also share in his resurrection; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Isaiah 50:4-9a
- Philippians 2:5-11
- Mark 15:1-39
- Psalm 31:9-16
Preached on Sun, March 24, 2024 at St. George's Austin.
This day's lections (see here).
Almighty God, you alone can bring into order the unruly wills and affections of sinners: Grant your people grace to love what you command and desire what you promise; that, among the swift and varied changes of the world, our hearts may surely there be fixed where true joys are to be found; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
- Jeremiah 31:31-34
- Psalm 119:9-16
- Hebrews 5:5-10
- John 12:20-33
Preached on Sun, March 15, 2024 at St. George's Austin.
This day's lections (see here).
Gracious Father, whose blessed Son Jesus Christ came down from heaven to be the true bread which gives life to the world: Evermore give us this bread, that he may live in us, and we in him; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
- Numbers 21:4-9
- Ephesians 2:1-10
- John 3:14-21
- Psalm 107:1-3, 17-22
Preached on Sun, March 10, 2024 at St. George's Austin.
This day's lections (see here).
Almighty God, you know that we have no power in ourselves to help ourselves: Keep us both outwardly in our bodies and inwardly in our souls, that we may be defended from all adversities which may happen to the body, and from all evil thoughts which may assault and hurt the soul; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Exodus 20:1-17
- 1 Corinthians 1:18-25
- John 2:13-22
- Psalm 19
Preached on Sun, March 3, 2024 at St. George's Austin.
This day's lections (see here).
O God, whose glory it is always to have mercy: Be gracious to all who have gone astray from your ways, and bring them again with penitent hearts and steadfast faith to embrace and hold fast the unchangeable truth of your Word, Jesus Christ your Son; who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Genesis 17:1-7, 15-16
- Romans 4:13-25
- Mark 8:31-38
- Psalm 22:22-30
Preached on Sun, Feb 25, 2024 at St. George's Austin.
This day's lections (see here).
Almighty God, whose blessed Son was led by the Spirit to be tempted by Satan: Come quickly to help us who are assaulted by many temptations; and, as you know the weaknesses of each of us, let each one find you mighty to save; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
- Genesis 9:8-17
- 1 Peter 3:18-22
- Mark 1:9-15
- Psalm 25:1-9
Preached on Sun, Feb 18, 2024 at St. George's Austin.
This day's lections (see here).
Set us free, O God, from the bondage of our sins, and give us the liberty of that abundant life which you have made known to us in your Son our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
- Isaiah 40:21-31
- 1 Corinthians 9:16-23
- Mark 1:29-39
- Psalm 147:1-12, 21c
Preached on Sun, Feb 4, 2024 at St. George's Austin.
This day's lections (see here).
O God, who before the passion of your only-begotten Son revealed his glory upon the holy mountain: Grant to us that we, beholding by faith the light of his countenance, may be strengthened to bear our cross, and be changed into his likeness from glory to glory; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- 2 Kings 2:1-12
- 2 Corinthians 4:3-6
- Mark 9:2-9
- Psalm 50:1-6
Preached on Sun, Feb 11, 2024 at St. George's Austin.
This day's lections (see here).
Almighty and everlasting God, you govern all things both in heaven and on earth: Mercifully hear the supplications of your people, and in our time grant us your peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Deuteronomy 18:15-20
- 1 Corinthians 8:1-13
- Mark 1:21-28
- Psalm 111
Preached on Sun, Jan 28, 2024 at St. George's Austin.
This day's lections (see here).
Almighty God, whose Son our Savior Jesus Christ is the light of the world: Grant that your people, illumined by your Word and Sacraments, may shine with the radiance of Christ's glory, that he may be known, worshipped, and obeyed to the ends of the earth; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
- 1 Samuel 3:1-10(11-20)
- 1 Corinthians 6:12-20
- John 1:43-51
- Psalm 139:1-5, 12-17
Preached on Sun, Jan 14, 2024 at St. George's Austin.
This day's lections (see here).
Give us grace, O Lord, to answer readily the call of our Savior Jesus Christ and proclaim to all people the Good News of his salvation, that we and the whole world may perceive the glory of his marvelous works; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Jonah 3:1-5, 10
- 1 Corinthians 7:29-31
- Mark 1:14-20
- Psalm 62:6-14
Preached on Sun, Jan 21, 2024 at St. George's Austin.
This day's lections (see here).
Father in heaven, who at the baptism of Jesus in the River Jordan proclaimed him your beloved Son and anointed him with the Holy Spirit: Grant that all who are baptized into his Name may keep the covenant they have made, and boldly confess him as Lord and Savior; who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, in glory everlasting. Amen.
- Genesis 1:1-5
- Acts 19:1-7
- Mark 1:4-11
- Psalm 29
Preached on Sun, Jan 7, 2024 at St. George's Austin.
This day's lections (see here).
Almighty God, you have poured upon us the new light of your incarnate Word: Grant that this light, enkindled in our hearts, may shine forth in our lives; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
- Isaiah 61:10-62:3
- Galatians 3:23-25; 4:4-7
- John 1:1-18
- 147:13-21
Preached on Sun, Dec 31, 2023 at St. George's Austin.
This day's lections (see here):
Stir up your power, O Lord, and with great might come among us; and, because we are sorely hindered by our sins, let your bountiful grace and mercy speedily help and deliver us; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory, now and for ever. Amen.
- Isaiah 61:1-4, 8-11
- Psalm 126
- 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24
- John 1:6-8,19-28
Sermon by the Rt. Rev. Andrew Doyle.
Preached on Sun, Dec 17, 2023 at St. George's Austin.
This day's lections (see here).
Purify our conscience, Almighty God, by your daily visitation, that your Son Jesus Christ, at his coming, may find in us a mansion prepared for himself; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
- 2 Samuel 7:1-11, 16
- Romans 16:25-27
- Luke 1:26-38
- Canticle 3 or Canticle 15
Preached on Sun, Dec 24, 2023 at St. George's Austin.
This day's lections (see here):
Merciful God, who sent your messengers the prophets to preach repentance and prepare the way for our salvation: Give us grace to heed their warnings and forsake our sins, that we may greet with joy the coming of Jesus Christ our Redeemer; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
- Isaiah 64:1-9
- 1 Corinthians 1:3-9
- Mark 13:24-37
- Psalm 80:1-7, 16-18
Preached on Sun, Dec 3, 2023 at St. George's Austin.
This day's lections (see here):
Merciful God, who sent your messengers the prophets to preach repentance and prepare the way for our salvation: Give us grace to heed their warnings and forsake our sins, that we may greet with joy the coming of Jesus Christ our Redeemer; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
- Isa 40:1-11
- Ps 85:1-2, 8-13
- 2 Pet 3:8-15
- Mk 1:1-8
Preached on Sun, Dec 10, 2023 at St. George's Austin.
O God, whose blessed Son came into the world that he might destroy the works of the devil and make us children of God and heirs of eternal life: Grant that, having this hope, we may purify ourselves as he is pure; that, when he comes again with power and great glory, we may be made like him in his eternal and glorious kingdom; where he lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.The Gospel for this day: Matthew 25:1-13
Preached on Sun, Nov 12, 2023 at St. George's Austin.
This day's lections (see here):
Blessed Lord, who caused all holy Scriptures to be written for our learning: Grant us so to hear them, read, mark, learn, and inwardly digest them, that we may embrace and ever hold fast the blessed hope of everlasting life, which you have given us in our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Zeph 1:1-7, 12-18
- Ps 90:1-8, 12
- 1 Thess 5:1-11
- Mt 25:14-30
Preached on Sun, Nov 19, 2023 at St. George's Austin.
This day's lections (see here):
Almighty and everlasting God, whose will it is to restore all things in your well-beloved Son, the King of kings and Lord of lords: Mercifully grant that the peoples of the earth, divided and enslaved by sin, may be freed and brought together under his most gracious rule; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
- Ezek 34:11-16, 20-24
- Ps 95:1-7a
- Eph 1:15-23
- Mt 25:31-46
Preached on Sun, Nov 26, 2023 at St. George's Austin.
Warning! This episode is different! It is not a sermon!
Please enjoy this discussion between Tommy Moreland & Matt Boulter, as we brainstorm & heartstorm the second and final third of our ongoing Confirmation Preparation Class ("Being Human, Being Christian").
In this episode, our third of three, we discuss the Anglican & Episcopal approach to service, justice, & gifts.
This day's lections (see here):
Almighty God, you have knit together your elect in one communion and fellowship in the mystical body of your Son Christ our Lord: Give us grace so to follow your blessed saints in all virtuous and godly living, that we may come to those ineffable joys that you have prepared for those who truly love you; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, in glory everlasting. Amen.
- Rev 7:9–17
- Ps 34:1-10, 22
- 1 John 3:1-3
- Mt 5:1-12
Preached on Sun, Nov 5, 2023 at St. George's Austin.
This day's lections (see here):
Almighty and everlasting God, in Christ you have revealed your glory among the nations: Preserve the works of your mercy, that your Church throughout the world may persevere with steadfast faith in the confession of your Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Lev 19:1-2, 15-18
- Ps 1
- 1 Thess 2:1-8
- Mt 22:34-46
Preached on Sun, Oct 29, 2023 at St. George's Austin.
"The LORD is my Shepherd"—20th Sun after Pentecost (Proper 23)Description
This day's lections (see here):
Almighty and everlasting God, in Christ you have revealed your glory among the nations: Preserve the works of your mercy, that your Church throughout the world may persevere with steadfast faith in the confession of your Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Isaiah 45:1-7
- Psalm 96:1-9
- 1 Thess 1:1-10
- Matthew 22:15-22
Preached on Sun, Oct 22, 2023 at St. George's Austin.
"The LORD is my Shepherd"—20th Sun after Pentecost (Proper 23)Description
This day's lections (see here):
Lord, we pray that your grace may always precede and follow us, that we may continually be given to good works; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
- Isaiah 25:1-9
- Psalm 23
- Philippians 4:1-9
- Matthew 22:1-14
Preached on Sun, Oct 15, 2023 at St. George's Austin.
This day's lections (see here):
Almighty and everlasting God, you are always more ready to hear than we to pray, and to give more than we either desire or deserve: Pour upon us the abundance of your mercy, forgiving us those things of which our conscience is afraid, and giving us those good things for which we are not worthy to ask, except through the merits and mediation of Jesus Christ our Savior; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Isa 5:1-7
- Ps 80:7-14
- Phil 3:4b–14
- Mt 21:33-46
Preached on Sun, Oct 8, 2023 at St. George's Austin.
Warning! This episode is different! It is not a sermon!
Please enjoy this discussion between Tommy Moreland & Matt Boulter, as we brainstorm & heartstorm the first third of our upcoming Confirmation Preparation Class ("Being Human, Being Christian").
In this episode, our second of three, we discuss the Anglican & Episcopal approach to history, liturgy, & spirituality.
This day's lections (see here):
O God, you declare your almighty power chiefly in showing mercy and pity: Grant us the fullness of your grace, that we, running to obtain your promises, may become partakers of your heavenly treasure; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Ezek 18:1-4, 25-32
- Ps 25:1-8
- Phil 2:1-13
- Mt 21:23-32
Preached on Sun, Oct 1, 2023 at St. George's Austin.
This day's lections (see here):
Grant us, Lord, not to be anxious about earthly things, but to love things heavenly; and even now, while we are placed among things that are passing away, to hold fast to those that shall endure; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen
- Jonah 3:10-4:11
- Ps 145:1-8
- Phil 1:21-30
- Mt 20:1-16
Preached on Sun, Sept 24, 2023 at St. George's Austin.
Warning! This episode is different! It is not a sermon!
Please enjoy this discussion between Tommy Moreland & Matt Boulter, as we brainstorm & heartstorm the first third of our upcoming Confirmation Preparation Class ("Being Human, Being Christian").
In this episode we discuss the Anglican approach to reality, through scripture, reason, and tradition.
This day's lections (see here):
Grant us, Lord, not to be anxious about earthly things, but to love things heavenly; and even now, while we are placed among things that are passing away, to hold fast to those that shall endure; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen
- Gen 50:15-21
- Ps 103:8-13
- Rom 14:1-12
- Mt 18:21-35
Preached on Sun, Sept 17, 2023 at St. George's Austin.
This day's lections (see here):
Grant us, O Lord, to trust in you with all our hearts; for, as you always resist the proud who confide in their own strength, so you never forsake those who make their boast of your mercy; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
- Ezek 33:7-11
- Ps 119:33-40
- Rom 13:8-14
- Mt 18:15-20
Preached on Sun, Sept 10, 2023 at St. George's Austin.
This day's lections (see here):
Lord of all power and might, the author and giver of all good things: Graft in our hearts the love of your Name; increase in us true religion; nourish us with all goodness; and bring forth in us the fruit of good works; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God for ever and ever. Amen.
- Jer 15:15-21
- Ps 26:1-8
- Rom 12:9-21
- Mt 16:21-8
Preached on Sun, Sept 3, 2023 at St. George's Austin.
This day's lections (see here):
Grant, O merciful God, that your Church, being gathered together in unity by your Holy Spirit, may show forth your power among all peoples, to the glory of your Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Isa 56:1-6
- Ps 138
- Rom 12:1-8
- Mt 16:13-20
Preached on Sun, Aug 27, 2023 at St. George's Austin.
This day's lections (see here):
Almighty God, you have given your only Son to be for us a sacrifice for sin, and also an example of godly life: Give us grace to receive thankfully the fruits of his redeeming work, and to follow daily in the blessed steps of his most holy life; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
- Isa 56:1, 6-8
- Ps 67
- Rom 11:1-2a, 29-32
- Mt 15:21-28
Preached on Sun, Aug 20, 2023 at St. George's Austin.
This day's lections (see here):
Grant to us, Lord, we pray, the spirit to think and do always those things that are right, that we, who cannot exist without you, may by you be enabled to live according to your will; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- 1 Kings 19:9–18
- Ps 85:8–13
- Rom 10:5–15
- Mt 14:22–33
Preached on Sun, Aug 13, 2023 at St. George's Austin.
This day's lections (see here):
O God, who on the holy mount revealed to chosen witnesses your well-beloved Son, wonderfully transfigured, in raiment white and glistening: Mercifully grant that we, being delivered from the disquietude of this world, may by faith behold the King in his beauty; who with you, O Father, and you, O Holy Spirit, lives and reigns, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Exod 34:29–35
- Ps 99:5–9
- 2 Pet 1:13–21
- Lk 9:28–36
Preached on Sun, July 30, 2023 at St. George's Austin.
This day's lections (see here):
O God, the protector of all who trust in you, without whom nothing is strong, nothing is holy: Increase and multiply upon us your mercy; that, with you as our ruler and guide, we may so pass through things temporal, that we lose not the things eternal; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- 1 Kings 3:9–12
- Ps 119:129–36
- Rom 8:26–39
- Mt 13:31–33, 44–52
Note: during this current season of "Ordinary Time," we are following "Track 2" of the Revised Common Lectionary.
Preached on Sun, July 30, 2023 at St. George's Austin.
This day's lections (see here):
Almighty God, the fountain of all wisdom, you know our necessities before we ask and our ignorance in asking: Have compassion on our weakness, and mercifully give us those things which for our unworthiness we dare not, and for our blindness we cannot ask; through the worthiness of your Son Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
- Isa 44:6–8
- Ps 86:11–17
- Rom 8:12-25
- Mt 13:24-30,36-43
Note: during this current season of "Ordinary Time," we are following "Track 2" of the Revised Common Lectionary.
Preached on Sun, July 23, 2023 at St. George's Austin.
This day's lections (see here):
O Lord, mercifully receive the prayers of your people who call upon you, and grant that they may know and understand what things they ought to do, and also may have grace and power faithfully to accomplish them; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
- Isa 55:10–13
- Ps 65:9–14
- Rom 8:1–11
- Mt 13: 1–9, 18–23
Note: during this current season of "Ordinary Time," we are following "Track 2" of the Revised Common Lectionary.
Preached on Sun, July 16, 2023 at St. George's Austin.
This day's lections (see here):
O God, you have taught us to keep all your commandments by loving you and our neighbor: Grant us the grace of your Holy Spirit, that we may be devoted to you with our whole heart, and united to one another with pure affection; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Zech 9:9-12
- Ps 145:80-15
- Rom 7:15-25a
- Mt 11:16-19, 25-23
Note: during this current season of "Ordinary Time," we are following "Track 2" of the Revised Common Lectionary.
Preached on Sun, July 9, 2023 at St. George's Austin.
This day's lections (see here):
O God, you have taught us to keep all your commandments by loving you and our neighbor: Grant us the grace of your Holy Spirit, that we may be devoted to you with our whole heart, and united to one another with pure affection; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Zech 9:9-12
- Ps 145:8-15
- Rom 7:15-25a
- Mt 11:16–19, 25-30
Note: during this current season of "Ordinary Time," we are following "Track 2" of the Revised Common Lectionary.
Preached on Sun, July 9, 2023 at St. George's Austin.
This day's lections (see here):
O Lord, make us have perpetual love and reverence for your holy Name, for you never fail to help and govern those whom you have set upon the sure foundation of your loving-kindness; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Jer 20:7–13
- Ps 69:8–20
- Rom 6:1b–11
- Mt 10:24–39
Note: during this current season of "Ordinary Time," we are following "Track 2" of the Revised Common Lectionary.
Preached on Sun, June 18, 2023 at St. George's Austin.
This day's lections (see here):
Keep, O Lord, your household the Church in your steadfast faith and love, that through your grace we may proclaim your truth with boldness, and minister your justice with compassion; for the sake of our Savior Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
- Ex 19:2–8a
- Ps 100
- Rom 5:1–8
- Mt 9:35–10:23
Note: during this current season of "Ordinary Time," we are following "Track 2" of the Revised Common Lectionary.
Preached on Sun, June 18, 2023 at St. George's Austin.
This day's lections (see here):
O God, from whom all good proceeds: Grant that by your inspiration we may think those things that are right, and by your merciful guiding may do them; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Hosea 5:15-6:6
- Psalm 50:7-15
- Romans 4:13-25
- Matthew 9:9-13, 18-26
Preached on Sun, May 21, 2023 at St. George's Austin.
This day's lections (see here):
Almighty and everlasting God, you have given to us your servants grace, by the confession of a true faith, to acknowledge the glory of the eternal Trinity, and in the power of your divine Majesty to worship the Unity: Keep us steadfast in this faith and worship, and bring us at last to see you in your one and eternal glory, O Father; who with the Son and the Holy Spirit live and reign, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Gen 1:1–2:a
- Ps 8
- 2 Cor 13:11–13
- Mt 28:16–20
Preached on Sun, May 21, 2023 at St. George's Austin.
This day's lections (see here):
O God, who on this day taught the hearts of your faithful people by sending to them the light of your Holy Spirit: Grant us by the same Spirit to have a right judgment in all things, and evermore to rejoice in his holy comfort; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Acts 2:1-21
- Ps 104:25–35, 37
- 1 Cor 12:3b–13
- Jn 20:19–23
Preached on Sun, May 21, 2023 at St. George's Austin.
This day's lections (see here):
O God, the King of glory, you have exalted your only Son Jesus Christ with great triumph to your kingdom in heaven: Do not leave us comfortless, but send us your Holy Spirit to strengthen us, and exalt us to that place where our Savior Christ has gone before; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, in glory everlasting. Amen.
- Acts 1:6-14
- Ps 68:1-10, 33-6
- 1 Pet 4:12-14, 5:6-7
- Jn 17:1-11
Preached on Sun, May 21, 2023 at St. George's Austin.
This day's lections (see here):
O God, you have prepared for those who love you such good things as surpass our understanding: Pour into our hearts such love towards you, that we, loving you in all things and above all things, may obtain your promises, which exceed all that we can desire; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Acts 17:22-31
- Ps 66:7-18
- 1 Pet 3:13-22
- Jn 14:15-21
Preached on Sun, May 7, 2023 at St. George's Austin.
On this day—Wed, May 10, 2023—the Reverend Doctor Nathan Jennings preached the Installation of a New Rector service, in which the Reverend Doctor Matthew Boulter was installed as the fifth rector of St. George's Episcopal Church in Austin, Texas, with the Right Reverend Kai Ryan, presiding.
The lessons for this service:
- Acts 15:1-6
- Psalm 122
- John 15:1-8
This day's lections (see here):
O God, you have prepared for those who love you such good things as surpass our understanding: Pour into our hearts such love towards you, that we, loving you in all things and above all things, may obtain your promises, which exceed all that we can desire; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Acts 17:22-31
- Psalm 66:7-18
- 1 Peter 3:13-22
- John 14:15-21
Preached on Sun, May 7, 2023 at St. George's Austin.
This day's lections (see here):
O God, whose Son Jesus is the good shepherd of your people: Grant that when we hear his voice we may know him who calls us each by name, and follow where he leads; who, with you and the Holy Spirit, lives and reigns, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Acts 2:42-47
- Psalm 23
- 1 Peter 2:19-25
- John 10:1-10
Preached on Sun, Apr 30, 2023 at St. George's Austin.
This day's lections (see here):
O God, whose blessed Son made himself known to his disciples in the breaking of bread: Open the eyes of our faith, that we may behold him in all his redeeming work; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
- Acts 2:14a,36-41
- 1 Peter 1:17-23
- Luke 24:13-35
- Psalm 116:1-3, 10-17
Preached on Sun, Apr 23, 2023 at St. George's Austin.
This day's lections (see here):
Almighty and everlasting God, who in the Paschal mystery established the new covenant of reconciliation: Grant that all who have been reborn into the fellowship of Christ's Body may show forth in their lives what they profess by their faith; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
- Acts 2:14a,22-32
- 1 Peter 1:3-9
- John 20:19-31
- Psalm 16
Preached on Sun, Apr 16, 2023 at St. George's Austin.
The lections for this day (see here):
Almighty God, who through your only-begotten Son Jesus Christ overcame death and opened to us the gate of everlasting life: Grant that we, who celebrate with joy the day of the Lord's resurrection, may be raised from the death of sin by your life-giving Spirit; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
- Acts 10:34-43
- Ps 118:1-2, 14-24
- Col 3:1-4
- John 20:1-18
Preached on Sun, Apr 9, 2023 at St. George's Austin.
For the lections see here and here, respectively.
Preached on Thursday, April 6 and Friday, April 7 (respectively).
The lections for this day (see here):
Almighty and everliving God, in your tender love for the
human race you sent your Son our Savior Jesus Christ to
take upon him our nature, and to suffer death upon the cross,
giving us the example of his great humility: Mercifully grant
that we may walk in the way of his suffering, and also share
in his resurrection; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives
and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever
and ever. Amen.Isaiah 50:4-9a
Philippians 2:5-11
Psalm 31:9-16
Matthew 27:11-54
Preached on Sunday, April 2, 2023.
The lections for this day (see here):
Almighty God, you alone can bring into order the unruly wills and affections of sinners: Grant your people grace to love what you command and desire what you promise; that, among the swift and varied changes of the world, our hearts may surely there be fixed where true joys are to be found; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
- Ezek 37:1-14
- Ps 130
- Rom 8:6-11
- Jn 11:1-45
Preached on Sunday, March 26, 2023.
The lessons for this day (see here):
- 1 Samuel 16:1-13
- Ephesians 5:8-14
- John 9:1-41
- Psalm 23
Preached on Sunday, March 19.
The lections (from the RCL) for this day:
- Exodus 17:1-7
- Ps 95
- Romans 5:1-11
- John 4:5-42
For more info (on the lections/lectionary) see here .
The lections (from the RCL) for this day:
- Gen 12:1-4a
- Ps 121
- Rom 4:1-5, 13-17
- Jn 3:1-17
For more info (on the lections/lectionary) see here.
The lections (from the RCL) for this day:
- Genesis 2:15-17; 3:1-7
- Ps 32
- Rom 5:12-19
- Mt 4:1-11
For more info (on the lections/lectionary) see here.
The lections (from the RCL) for this day:
- Ex 24:12-18
- Ps 99
- 2 Pet 1:16-21
- Matt 17:1-9
For more info (on the lections/lectionary) see here.
Sermon preached on Feb 19, 2023.
The lections (from the RCL) for this day:
Deuteronomy 30:15-20
Moses said, “See, I have set before you today life and prosperity, death and adversity. If you obey the commandments of the Lord your God that I am commanding you today, by loving the Lord your God, walking in his ways, and observing his commandments, decrees, and ordinances, then you shall live and become numerous, and the Lord your God will bless you in the land that you are entering to possess. But if your heart turns away and you do not hear, but are led astray to bow down to other gods and serve them, I declare to you today that you shall perish; you shall not live long in the land that you are crossing the Jordan to enter and possess. I call heaven and earth to witness against you today that I have set before you life and death, blessings and curses. Choose life so that you and your descendants may live, loving the Lord your God, obeying him, and holding fast to him; for that means life to you and length of days, so that you may live in the land that the Lord swore to give to your ancestors, to Abraham, to Isaac, and to Jacob.”
Psalm 119:1-8 Beati immaculati
1 Happy are they whose way is blameless, *
who walk in the law of the Lord!
2 Happy are they who observe his decrees *
and seek him with all their hearts!
3 Who never do any wrong, *
but always walk in his ways.
4 You laid down your commandments, *
that we should fully keep them.
5 Oh, that my ways were made so direct *
that I might keep your statutes!
6 Then I should not be put to shame, *
when I regard all your commandments.
7 I will thank you with an unfeigned heart, *
when I have learned your righteous judgments.
8 I will keep your statutes; *
do not utterly forsake me.
1 Corinthians 3:1-9
Brothers and sisters, I could not speak to you as spiritual people, but rather as people of the flesh, as infants in Christ. I fed you with milk, not solid food, for you were not ready for solid food. Even now you are still not ready, for you are still of the flesh. For as long as there is jealousy and quarreling among you, are you not of the flesh, and behaving according to human inclinations? For when one says, “I belong to Paul,” and another, “I belong to Apollos,” are you not merely human?
What then is Apollos? What is Paul? Servants through whom you came to believe, as the Lord assigned to each. I planted, Apollos watered, but God gave the growth. So neither the one who plants nor the one who waters is anything, but only God who gives the growth. The one who plants and the one who waters have a common purpose, and each will receive wages according to the labor of each. For we are God’s servants, working together; you are God’s field, God’s building.
Matthew 5:21-37
Jesus said, “You have heard that it was said to those of ancient times, ‘You shall not murder’; and ‘whoever murders shall be liable to judgment.’ But I say to you that if you are angry with a brother or sister, you will be liable to judgment; and if you insult a brother or sister, you will be liable to the council; and if you say, ‘You fool,’ you will be liable to the hell of fire. So when you are offering your gift at the altar, if you remember that your brother or sister has something against you, leave your gift there before the altar and go; first be reconciled to your brother or sister, and then come and offer your gift. Come to terms quickly with your accuser while you are on the way to court with him, or your accuser may hand you over to the judge, and the judge to the guard, and you will be thrown into prison. Truly I tell you, you will never get out until you have paid the last penny.
“You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall not commit adultery.’ But I say to you that everyone who looks at a woman with lust h
The lections (from the RCL) for this day:
- Isa 58:1-9a
- Ps 112:1-9
- I Cor 2:1-12
- Matt 5:13-20
For more info (on the lections/lectionary) see here.
Sermon preached on Feb 5, 2023.
The lections (from the RCL) for this day:
- Mic 6:1-8
- Ps 15
- I Cor 1:18-31
- Matt 5:1-12
For more info (on the lections/lectionary) see https://www.lectionarypage.net/.
Sermon preached on Jan 29, 2023.
The lections (from the RCL) for this day:
- Isa 49:1-7
- Ps 40:1-12
- I Cor 1:1-9
- John 1:29-42
For more info (on the lections/lectionary) see https://www.lectionarypage.net/.
Sermon preached on Jan 15, 2023.
The lections (from the RCL) for this day:
- Isa 9:1-4
- Ps 27:1, 5-13
- I Cor 1:10-18
- Matt 4:12-23
For more info (on the lections/lectionary) see https://www.lectionarypage.net/.
Sermon preached on Jan 22, 2023.