Observance of the Day --- Fourth Sunday after the Epiphany
Collect: (prayer for intentions designated for this particular Sunday of the church calendar, as specified in the Book of Common Prayer; it may align with the designated scripture readings) -- 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.
Scripture --- [Selected from the Eucharistic Lectionary for Year B, Revised Common Lectionary] -- Psalm 111: 2-3, 9-10 -- Great are the works of the Lord, studied by all who delight in them. Full of honour and majesty is his work, and his righteousness endures for ever. ... He sent redemption to his people; he has commanded his covenant for ever. Holy and awesome is his name. The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom; all those who practise it have a good understanding. His praise endures for ever. [The other readings from the Revised Common Lectionary are as follows.]
O.T. LESSON: Deuteronomy 18:15-20 -- In this instruction manual for living under the covenant of Abraham, the people of Israel are told to expect a prophet to be raised up from among them.
EPISTLE: 1 Corinthians 8:1-13 -- Teaching of the Apostle Paul on food sacrificed to idols.
GOSPEL: Mark 1:21-28 -- At synagogue in Capernaum, Jesus teaches authoritatively and heals a demoniac.
Place of the Day --- Burgoyne, New York, USA -- 43°05'43"N, 73°39'52"W -- a crossroad settlement on state highway 29, 5 miles ENE of the county seat, Saratoga Springs (Saratoga County) and 31 miles NNE of the state capital Albany.
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