The Prayer Book's Grace - Anglican (Ephesians 2:8-9)

The Anglican Book of Common Prayer opens communion with: "We do not presume to come to this your Table, O merciful Lord, trusting in our own righteousness, but in your manifold and great mercies." It's Ephesians 2:8-9 in liturgical form. Every communion reminds: we don't come because we're worthy but because we're invited. Grace meets us week after week at the Table. The via media holds together: grace alone saves AND grace creates a community that practices grace. The prayer book forms people who know they need grace.