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Book of Common Prayer (page 495) From the New Testament Romans 8:14-19,34-35,37-39 (The glory that shall be revealed) 1 Corinthians 15:2-26,35-38,42-44,53-58 (The imperishable body) 2 Corinthians 4:16--5:9 (Things that are unseen are eternal) 1 John 3:1-2 (We shall be like him) Revelation 7:9-17 (God will wipe away every tear) Revelation 21:2-7 (Behold, I make all things new) A suitable psalm, hymn, or canticle may follow. The following Psalms The Gospel Then, all standing, the Deacon or Minister appointed reads the Gospel, The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to John. People Glory to you, Lord Christ. John 5:24-27 (He who believes has everlasting life) John 6:37-40 (All that the Father gives me will come to you) John 10:11-16 (I am the good shepherd) John 11:21-27 (I am the resurrection and the life) John 14:1-6 (In my Father's house are many rooms) At the end of the Gospel, the Reader says The Gospel of the Lord. People Praise to you, Lord Christ. Here there may be a homily by the Celebrant, or a member of the family, |