Officiant
May the Almighty God grant us forgiveness of all our sins, and the grace and comfort of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
The Officiant then says
| O God, make speed to save us. | |
| People | O Lord, make haste to help us. |
Officiant and People
Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit: as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be for ever. Amen.
Except in Lent, add Alleluia.
One or more of the following Psalms are sung or said. Other suitable selections may be substituted.
Psalm 4 Cum invocarem
1Answer me when I call, O God, defender of my cause; *
you set me free when I am hard‑pressed;
have mercy on me and hear my prayer.
2“You mortals, how long will you dishonor my glory? *
how long will you worship dumb idols
and run after false gods?”
3Know that the Lord does wonders for the faithful; *
when I call upon the Lord, he will hear me.
4Tremble, then, and do not sin; *
speak to your heart in silence upon your bed.
5Offer the appointed sacrifices *
and put your trust in theLord.
128Compline
