Early Evening Prayer

Based on the Daily Prayer for Individuals and Families in the Lutheran Service Book,
with links to appointed readings.

The sign of the cross + may be made by all in remembrance of their Baptism.

In the name of the Father and of the + Son and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.

A candle may be lighted.

Let my prayer rise before You as incense,
the lifting up of my hands as the evening sacrifice. Psalm 141:2

Joyous light of glory:
of the immortal Father;
heavenly, holy, blessed Jesus Christ.
We have come to the setting of the sun,
and we look to the evening light.
We sing to God, the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit:
You are worthy of being praised with pure voices forever.
O Son of God, O Giver of life: the universe proclaims Your glory.

A hymn, canticle, or psalm may be sung or spoken.

An appointed reading or one of the following is read: Luke 24:28-31; Exodus 16:11-21, 31;
Isaiah 25:6-9; Matthew 14:15-21; Matthew 27:57-60; Luke 14:15-24; John 6:25-35;
John 10:7-18; Ephesians 6:10-18a.

A portion of the Small or Large Catechism may be read.

Lord's Prayer

Prayers for others and ourselves

Concluding prayer:
Lord Jesus, stay with us, for the evening is at hand and the day is past. Be our constant
companion on the way, kindle our hearts, and awaken hope among us, that we may recognize
You as you are revealed in the Scriptures and in the breaking of the bread. Grant this for
Your names sake.
Amen.

Let us bless the Lord.
Thanks be to God.