The Daily Office Podcast Monday Morning // March 16, 2026
Mar 16, 2026
A short Morning Prayer service with readings from Psalm 37, Exodus, and Matthew. Themes include justice, Sabbath observance, divine guidance, and the parable of the wedding feast. Rich liturgical elements like the Benedictus, Apostles' Creed, intercessions, and moments for personal prayer are featured.
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Daily Office Structure Emphasizes Repentance And Scripture
- Morning Prayer follows a structured pattern of confession, praise, and Scripture readings rooted in the 2019 ACNA Book of Common Prayer.
- Andrew Russell leads the office with scripted collects, psalmody (Psalm 37), and readings (Exodus 23) that emphasize repentance, justice, and trust in God.
Psalm 37 Frames Lenten Trust Over Anger
- Psalm 37 (1–18) frames the service around patient trust: refrain from anger, commit your way to the Lord, and the meek shall inherit the land.
- The psalm contrasts the fleeting success of the wicked with God's long-term care for the righteous, reinforcing themes useful for Lenten reflection.
Exodus 23 Links Justice With Covenant Blessing
- Exodus 23 readings emphasize justice: prohibitions against false witness, bribery, and oppression of sojourners, plus sabbath and sabbatical provisions.
- The passage pairs legal ethics with covenantal promises including an angelic guide and gradual conquest of the land, linking obedience to divine protection.