Daily Offices
What are the Daily Offices?
Morning and Evening Prayer—often called the Daily Offices—are part of an ancient rhythm of worship that helps us pause, reflect, and reconnect with God at the beginning and end of each day.
🕯 Rooted in Scripture, Shaped by Tradition
The rhythm of daily prayer is rooted in ancient Jewish practice and shaped by the early church. In the Hebrew tradition, people prayed at set times — including the morning and evening — with the Shema (“Hear, O Israel…”) traditionally prayed twice daily, at morning and night (Deuteronomy 6:4–9).
The early church continued this rhythm: in Acts, we read of the disciples going to pray at the third, sixth, and ninth hours (roughly 9am, 12pm, and 3pm), and of Paul and Silas praying and singing hymns at midnight (Acts 16:25).
Today, many continue these rhythms in four main times:
Morning Prayer, Midday Prayer, Evening Prayer, and Compline (night prayer).
These aren’t just rituals — they’re reminders.
Moments to pause, reconnect, reflect, and remember that God is with us — morning, noon, and night.
Below, you’ll find a 7-day introduction to the Daily Offices — especially helpful if you’re new to this rhythm of prayer.
We also offer:
- A bite-size version of Morning and Evening Prayer — short, accessible moments to pause and connect.
- A simplified form of the full Morning and Evening Prayer, shaped by ancient tradition but easy to follow.
Whether you’re starting your day, winding down at night, or seeking a deeper rhythm, there’s something here for you.