Almighty and eternal God,
by Christ you revealed your glory to all nations.
Preserve the works of your mercy,
that your Church,
which is spread throughout the world,
may persevere with steadfast faith
in the confession of your name;
through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Source: Gelasian collect for Good Friday, freely modified from Ancient Collects, ed. William Bright, p. 98.1.
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