Holy Cross Day September: 14

From the Book of Divine Worship - The Proper: Third Part - Holy Days.

Collect

I. Almighty God, whose Son our Savior Jesus Christ was lifted high upon the cross that he might draw the whole world unto himself: Mercifully grant that we, who glory in the mystery of our redemption, may have grace to take up our cross and follow him; who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, in glory everlasting. Amen.

II. Almighty God, whose Son our Savior Jesus Christ was lifted high upon the cross that he might draw the whole world to himself: Mercifully grant that we, who glory in the mystery of our redemption, may have grace to take up our cross and follow him; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, in glory everlasting. Amen.

Prayer over the Gifts

Lord, may this sacrifice once offered on the cross to take away the sins of the world now free us from our sins. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.

Preface 9 - Holy Week