The Henson Journals

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3rd Sunday after Easter, April 22nd, 1923.

Almighty God, who shewest to them that be in error the light of thy truth, to the intent that they may return into the way of righteousness; Grant unto all them that are admitted into the fellowship of Christ's Religion, that they may eschew those things that are contrary to their profession, and follow all such things as are agreeable to the same; through our Lord Jesus Christ. Amen

This beautiful collect is taken from the 'so–called Sacramentarium Leonianum' which 'regarded as a whole appears to be a private collection rather than an official service book.' It is found only in a single MS. written in the 7th century'. (Brightman)

I celebrated the Holy Communion at 8 a.m. Six of my servants, including William and John, communicated. After breakfast I went to my study, & there continued reading and writing.

William motored me to Evenwood, where I had tea with the Vicar & Mrs Ragg before going to the Church for Evensong. There was a crowded congregation, but the church only accommodates 350 persons. I preached, but the people were rather puzzled than edified! I consented to postpone the date of Ragg's resignation until the 1st of August. The difficulty now is to find him a house to live in. We returned to the Castle immediately after service in broad daylight, thanks to Summer time.

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