READING FROM THE BIBLE BEFORE READING (1)
From Psalm 130

We wait eagerly for the Lord: in his word we trust.

READING FROM THE BIBLE BEFORE READING (2)
From Jeremiah 9

Let us hear God's word: let us listen to the Lord.

READING FROM THE BIBLE BEFORE READING (3)
From Jeremiah 9 (variant)

Let us listen to the Lord. Amen.