Rev. Dr. Nikkel

The Rev. Dr. Marc Nikkel (1950-2000) was a priest of our diocese who dedicated his life and ministry to the people of Sudan. He is remembered there as a teacher and evangelist who was instrumental in the exponential growth of the Christian faith during the 1980's and 1990's and as a peace-maker who helped bring together more than two thousand feuding tribes in southern Sudan. We celebrate the Feast of Marc Nikkel on September 3, the anniversary of his death.

Propers for September 3, the Feast of Marc Nikkel

Collect (by the Rt. Rev. A. Heath Light):

Lord God, giver of all gifts, we bless your name for the gifts of missionary zeal, courage in the face of adversity and suffering, and scholarly achievement on behalf of the Episcopal Church of Sudan given through Marc Nikkel, missionary priest. We pray that your Holy Spirit may continue to provide, through the Church, people with strength in adversity, articulate faith in the midst of suffering, and dedication to
the ministry of peace and reconciliation. We ask this for your glory and the strengthening of your Church, through Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen

Lessons:

• Lamentations 3:22-26
• Psalm 96
• Philippians 4:4-9

Gospel:

• Matthew 5:1-16

Proper Preface:

• Through the great shepherd of thy flock, Jesus Christ our Lord; who after his resurrection sent forth his apostles to preach the Gospel and to teach all nations; and promised to be with them always, even unto the end of the ages.

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