The Collect
Almighty God, who has given thine only Son to be unto us both a sacrifice for sin, and also an ensample of godly life: Give us grace that we may always most thankfully receive that his most inestimable benefit, and also daily endeavour urselves to follow the blessed steps of his most holy life; through the same Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Book of Common Prayer
Old Testament Reading
He shall feed his flock like a shepherd: he shall gather the lambs with his arm, and carry them in his bosom, and shall gently lead those that are with young.
Isaiah 40: 11
New Testament Reading
I am the good shepherd, and know my sheep, and am known of mine.
John 10: 14
Liturgical Affirmation
Canet tuba, et mortui resurgent incorrupti.
Adorate Dominum in decore sancto.
The trumpet shall sound, and the dead shall rise again incorruptible. Worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness.