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In the Every Moment Holy series you’ll find liturgies for use in a number of different ways. Some are meant to be read by a “Leader” and the “People,” as in a traditional liturgical service or responsive reading. Others are intended for personal use, either read silently or aloud. And still others may contain multiple speaking parts for use in a group (such as the members of a wedding party).
However, none of these formats should be considered rigid. One might choose to split up a personal liturgy (such as “A Liturgy for Those Who Weep Without Knowing Why”) to be read in parts by a group for whom the subject is applicable. And likewise, those liturgies written for a “Leader” and “People” may be of equal value to the lone reader.
Some prayers are written with the intent of daily or routine recitation, and others are for use on special, memorable, difficult, or even tragic occasions. The prayers included in the “Liturgies of the Moment” section are designed for memorization so that they can be recalled at need.
It’s hoped that the liturgies in this series, no matter how they are used, will serve as prayers to encourage readers in practicing mindfulness of the constant presence of God and draw them toward greater recognition of the eternal echoes resounding in every moment of our lives.
Individual liturgies can be purchased at the Rabbit Room store for personal or public use. On occasion, selected liturgies are made available for free in the Featured Liturgies section of our app, or on the downloads page.
Every Moment Holy Liturgies
(Listed by category)
Liturgies of
LABOR & VOCATION
FOUND IN VOLUME I:
For Domestic Days
For One Who Is Employed
For Those Who Employ Others
For Laundering
For the Preparation of a Meal
For the Preparation of an Artisanal Meal
For the Preparation of a Hurried Meal
For the Keeping of Bees
For the Washing of Windows
For Home Repairs
For Students & Scholars
For Waiters & Waitresses
For First Responders
For Medical Providers
Before Taking the Stage
For Fiction Writers
For the Changing of Diapers I
For the Changing of Diapers II
For Those Who Work in Wood & Stone & Metal & Clay
For the Labors of Community
LITURGIES OF
Sorry & Lament
FOUND IN VOLUME I:
For Those Who Have Not Done Great Things for God
For the Anniversary of a Loss
For the Loss of a Living Thing
For Missing Someone
For Leavings
For an Inconsolable Homesickness
For Those Facing the Slow Loss of Memory
For the Feeling of Infirmities
For Those Fearing Failure
For the Death of a Dream
For Those Who Have Done Harm
For Those Who Weep Without Knowing Why
LITURGIES OF
PETITION & PROVISION
FOUND IN VOLUME I:
For the Ritual of Morning Coffee
For a Sick Day
For the Morning of a Medical Procedure
For a Husband & Wife at Start of Day
For a Husband & Wife at Close of Day
For Those Who Suffer Loss from Fire, Flood, or Storm
For the Loss of Electricity
Before Serving Others
Before a Meal Eaten Alone
For Those Flooded by Too Much Information
For Those Who Covet the Latest Technology
For One Battling a Destructive Desire
For Nights & Days of Doubt
For Those with a Sudden Burden to Intercede
For Those Who Feel Awkward in Social Gatherings
For Dating or Courtship
Before Giving I
Before Giving II
For Those Feeling the Impulse to Buy
Before Shopping
For the Paying of Bills
For One Who Has Suffered a Nightmare
For Those Who Cannot Sleep
For First Waking
LITURGIES OF
Creation & recreation
FOUND IN VOLUME I:
For Arriving at the Ocean
For Leaving on Holiday
For Those Who Sleep in Tents
For the Enjoyment of Bonfires
For Sunsets
For Stargazing
For the Watching of Storms
For the First Snow
Before Consuming Media
For the Planting of Flowers
For Gardening
Before Beginning a Book
To Lament the Finishing of a Beloved Book
For Competitors
Liturgies of
Blessing & Celebration
FOUND IN VOLUME I:
For Those Gathered on the Eve of a Wedding
To Begin a Purposeful Gathering
For Feasting with Friends
For Moving into a New Home
To Mark the First Hearthfire of the Season
To Mark the Start of the Christmas Season
For Setting Up a Christmas Tree
For the Welcoming of a New Pet
For the Morning of a Yard Sale
For the Marking of Birthdays
Liturgies for
Table Blessings
FOUND IN VOLUME I:
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Liturgies of
the Hours
FOUND IN VOLUME I:
Daybreak
Midday
Nightfall
Liturgies of
the Moment (for Memorization)
FOUND IN VOLUME I:
Upon Seeing a Beautiful Person
Upon Tasting Pleasurable Food
Upon Experiencing Cheering Laughter
Upon Randomly Thinking of Another Person
Upon Being Moved By a Song or Piece of Music
Upon Hearing Birdsong
Upon Sighting a Flower in Bloom
Upon a Unexpected Sighting of Wildlife
Upon Observing a Tree Swaying in the Wind
Upon Feeling the Pleasance of a Warm Shower
For the Sound of Sirens
For a Fleeting Irritation
For Moments of Emergency
For a Moment of Frustration at a Child
For Those Experiencing Road Rage
For Waiting in Line
FOUND IN VOLUME II:
Upon Feeling a Stab of Grief
For the Grieving Who Have Lost Direction
For Loving Well in Times of Sorrow
For the Navigation of Shared Grief
Upon Feeling the Urge to Lash Out at Another
Upon Feeling Frustration at Others
For the Cultivation of Compassion
For Anchoring the Heart
Upon Feeling a Surge of Sadness
For Trusting in Christ’s Abiding Presence
For Extending Kindness to One Who Grieves
For Charity in Sorrow
Upon Learning of a Friend’s Miscarriage
For Centering the Heart in the Faithfulness of God
For Those Who See No Quick End to Their Grief
For Times of Turbulent Emotion
For Calm in Times of Storm
Upon Learning of an Indigent Death
For Navigating Difficult Moments
For Difficult Days
For a Troubling Hour
For the Shaping of My Heart
For Comfort in Sadness
For Hope Amidst Sorrows I
For Hope Amidst Sorrows II
For When There are No Words
For Caregivers
When Hope Seems Far Off
For When it Feels Like the World is Falling Apart
In the Wake of Tragedy
LITURGIES OF THE JOURNEY
FOUND IN VOLUME II:
A Liturgy for Those Shocked By Loss
A Liturgy for the Pain of Loss
A Liturgy for Seasons of Frustration & Anger
A Liturgy for When the Long Sadness has Settled In
A Liturgy for the First Glimpse of New Hope
A Liturgy for Beginning to Rebuild
A Liturgy of Thanksgiving at the Return of Joy
