Evensong

Rev. Lee instituted the service of Evensong from the Book of Common Prayer, almost from the beginning of her time with us here at St. Cyprian's.  It continues now at 4 p.m. on Friday afternoons.  When Lee is away, the writer is often recruited to stand in her stead.

This is a very small, quiet service -- but we'd like to see it grow, and become a bit more lively.  To that end, this year the practice has been to have no homily, but to interact, celebrant and congregation, in a discussion about the weekly readings.

While Rev. Lee is away this month, there will be only two services of Evensong: Fridays May 10 and 24, both at 4 p.m.

So you can get a head's up on the readings and discussion for May 10, here's what's scheduled for that date:

Ehud assassinating Eglon
Ford Maddox Brown, 1908

• Judges 3:12 - end of the chapter -- the story of Ehud, with a brief mention of his successor.  Warning: violence abounds!
• Hebrews 3 - all of it -- a comparison of Jesus with Moses (guess who comes out on top!), and a warning against unbelief.
• Psalms 51 and 52 -- very focused on sin!

Rather grim reading for a spring afternoon, eh?

The good news is that Ascension is Thursday May 9, so perhaps that can help our spirits dwell on things above!

Have a good week and see you Friday!

- Margaret