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compline

Compline emerged in the life of the church in the 300s as bedtime prayers of monks in their dormitories. In the late middle ages, Compline was said daily in churches. Following similar moves by other provinces of the Anglican Communion in the early twentieth century, including the Church of Ireland, the Church of England, and the Anglican Church of Canada, Compline was restored to the Book of Common Prayer of the Episcopal Church in 1979,  It is a service filled with tranquility and peace.

Although the recordings below are of spoken services, at The Chapel, we sing the service of Compline during the season of Advent using ancient melodies. It is a wonderful way to refocus during those frenetic days in the lead-up to Christmas.

Compline for Sundays

Compline for Sundays Text

Compline for Mondays

Compline for Mondays Text

Compline for Tuesdays

Compline for Tuesdays Text

Compline for Wednesdays

Compline for Wednesdays Text

Compline for Thursdays

Compline for Thursdays Text

Compline for Fridays

Compline for Fridays Text

Compline for Saturdays

Compline for Saturdays Text