May we humble ourselves in the knowledge that Your righteousness is more important than being right.

Lord, as you call upon us, let us call upon you.

May we see an aspect of You and Your Son in everyone, especially [read names on prayer list]

Lord, as you call upon us, let us call upon you.

May we have, or acquire, compassion and love

Lord, as you call upon us, let us call upon you.

May we  trust in Your power to change our thoughts when necessary.

Lord, as you call upon us, let us call upon you.

May we see your wisdom in the beauty that surrounds us.

Lord, as you call upon us, let us call upon you.

 May we grow in our abilities to comfort others.

Lord, as you call upon us, let us call upon you.

May we continue to pray for all leaders of the world, this nation, and our communities, as they need your wisdom in such crises as the week’s school shootings in Sparks and Boston.

Lord, as you call upon us, let us call upon you.

Let us help, whenever possible, to heal our planet and its peoples: Christian, Jew, Muslim, Hindu, Buddhist, and seeker.

Lord, as you call upon us, let us call upon you.

Celebrant: Let us hear your call, and rejoice in it.  We ask this in the name of Jesus the Lord. AMEN