Collect
Almighty God,
you chose the archangel Gabriel
to proclaim God's son was to be born,
by which our salvation is assured;
speak to us through your messengers,
that we may serve you as children of light;
through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Amen.
Prayer
Our Father
hallowed be your name
on earth as in heaven.
God of work and rest and pleasure,
grant that what we do this week may be for us an offering
rather than a burden;
and for those we serve, may it be the help they need.
Amen.