I. Readings
Psalms 89:1-18, 89:19-52, 93
1 Samuel 1:1-2, 7b-28
Colossians 1:9-20
Luke 2:22-40
II. Selections
Psalm 89:46a
How long, O LORD? Will you hide yourself forever?
1Samuel 1:27
" ...For this child I prayed; and the LORD has granted me the petition that I made to him. ... " [ Hannah to Eli]
Colossians 1:11-12a
May you be made strong with all the strength that comes from his glorious power, and may you be prepared to endure everything with patience, while joyfully giving thanks to the Father ...
Luke 2:28-30
Simeon took [ the child Jesus] in his arms, and praised God, saying,
"Master, now you are dismissing your servant in peace,
according to your word;
for my eyes have seen your salvation ... "
III. Meditation: Grant the petition
Grant the petition we make to you;
how long will you hide yourself?
Make us strong with all the strength
that comes from your glorious power,
to endure everything with patience
while joyfully giving thanks to you.
Let our eyes see your salvation, and
then dismiss your servants in peace.
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