Night
Monday, January 25, 2027
Opening
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Hymn
Hail, gladdening Light, of his pure glory poured Who is the immortal Father, heavenly, blest, Holiest of Holies, Jesus Christ, Our Lord.
Greek evening hymn (3rd century or earlier), translated by John Keble (Keble 1792–1866); first published 1861. Public domain.
The reading
Set the day down. Let this reading be the last word you hear before you rest.
No Gospel is published for this date.
Matthew 8:23–27
And climbing into a boat, his disciples followed him. And behold, a great tempest occurred in the sea, so much so that the boat was covered with waves; yet truly, he was sleeping. And his disciples drew near to him, and they awakened him, saying: “Lord, save us, we are perishing.” And Jesus said to them, “Why are you afraid, O little in faith?” Then rising up, he commanded the winds, and the sea. And a great tranquility occurred. Moreover, the men wondered, saying: “What kind of man is this? For even the winds and the sea obey him.”
Reflection
Is there a word or picture you would like to keep with you?
What would you like to tell Jesus?
Silence
Be quiet for a minute. Let Jesus have the last of the day.
Psalm
Psalm 91 (90):11
Ant. Send your angels to those who sleep alone tonight, Lord, and to those who cannot sleep.
For he has given his Angels charge over you, so as to preserve you in all your ways.
Ant. Send your angels to those who sleep alone tonight, Lord, and to those who cannot sleep.
Today’s lesson from Jesus
The mustard seed
And he said: “To what should we compare the kingdom of God? Or to what parable should we compare it? It is like a grain of mustard seed which, when it has been sown in the earth, is less than all the seeds which are in the earth. And when it is sown, it grows up and becomes greater than all the plants, and it produces great branches, so much so that the birds of the air are able to live under its shadow.”
Mark 4:30–32
Where do these words meet your day?
Intentions
Add your own personal intentions
Shared by the community
For Mary and Dewey as they prepare for their upcoming wedding, may the Holy Spirit be with them and help grow their love for one another through Holy Matrimony.
R. Lord, hear our prayer.
Prayer on Fire intention
For those under sirens, storms, or loneliness tonight — keep watch, Lord, and let our rest be an act of trust.
R. Lord, hear our prayer.
Prayer on Fire intention
For travelers on the road tonight, and for those waiting at home until they arrive.
R. Lord, hear our prayer.
Closing
Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.
Lord Jesus, you gave us your mother at the foot of the cross. Let her keep watch over our sleep, and lead us always to you. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.