Collect for Holy Monday
Almighty God, whose most dear Son went not up to joy but first he suffered pain, and entered not into glory before he was crucified: Mercifully grant that we, walking in the way of the cross, may find it none other than the way of life and peace; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
From the Prayer Book Office
The Readings
All Christians — Catholic, Orthodox, and Protestant — should thank Christ for the suffering that He endured while He was crucified, in order to save mankind. Although Easter is an annual Holiday to commemorate Christ’s Crucifixion and Resurrection, Christians need to be grateful for Christ’s Supreme Sacrifice every day of the year.