*If I should walk in the valley of darkness, no evil would I fear.*
The Lord is my shepherd;
there is nothing I shall want.
Fresh and green are the pastures
where he gives me repose.
Near restful waters he leads me,
to revive my drooping spirit.
*If I should walk in the valley of darkness, no evil would I fear.*
He guides me along the right path;
he is true to his name.
If I should walk in the valley of darkness
no evil would I fear.
You are there with your crook and your staff;
with these you give me comfort.
*If I should walk in the valley of darkness, no evil would I fear.*
You have prepared a banquet for me
in the sight of my foes.
My head you have anointed with oil;
my cup is overflowing.
*If I should walk in the valley of darkness, no evil would I fear.*
Surely goodness and kindness shall follow me
all the days of my life.
In the Lord’s own house shall I dwell
for ever and ever.
*If I should walk in the valley of darkness, no evil would I fear.*
*Gospel Acclamation* 2Co6:2
Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God!
Now is the favourable time:
this is the day of salvation.
Glory to you, O Christ, you are the Word of God!
