Three Collects and Three Spiritual Songs for the Feast of Julian of Norwich
On May 8th the Church of England, the Episcopal Church, and other Anglican Churches commemorate Julian of Norwich, a mystic, theologian, and anchoress whose Revelations of Divine Love is the earliest known book in English by a woman. Her vivid visions of Christ during a grave illness brought profound theological insight into God’s mercy, grace, and maternal care. Her reflections, such as “All shall be well, and all shall be well, and all manner of things shall be well,” continue to offer comfort and challenge across centuries. Julian bore witness to a God of infinite compassion. Three Collects: Common Worship (2000) Most holy God, the ground of our beseeching, who through your servant Julian revealed the wonders of your love: grant that as we are created in your nature and restored by your grace, our wills may be so made one with yours that we may come to see you face to face and gaze on you for ever; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who is alive and reigns with you, in the u...
