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Book of Common Prayer (page 332) The Bishop when present, or the Priest, stands and says Almighty God, our heavenly Father, who of his great mercy A Minister may then say one or more of the following sentences, first Hear the Word of God to all who truly turn to him. Come unto me, all ye that travail and are heavy laden, and I will God so loved the world, that he gave his only-begotten Son, This is a true saying, and worthy of all men to be received, If any man sin, we have an Advocate with the Father, Jesus The Peace All stand. The Celebrant says to the people The peace of the Lord be always with you. People And with thy spirit. Then the Ministers and People may greet one another in the name of the |