O God, lead your church to fulfill your mission as you led the wise men with a star so we may be overwhelmed with joy.

Save, O Lord, your people.

O God, lead our President, Barack, our governor, Jay, and all in authority so that your will may be done on earth.

Save, O Lord, your people.

 O God, lead all your people to care for this precious earth, our island home.

Save, O Lord, your people.

 O God, lead our community into this New Year so that it may be a time of peace and love.

Save, O Lord, your people.

 O God, lead those who suffer or are in any trouble, especially those on our parish prayer list, to the awareness of your Holy Spirit.

Save, O Lord, your people.

O God, lead the souls of the departed into your court and give grace to those who grieve.

 Save, O Lord, your people.

 Celebrant: O God, lead us into this New Year as we put our trust in you and serve you in this world. AMEN