We pray for the church, for all faithful people everywhere, for Greg, our bishop, and our new rector. Gracious God, give us strength as we work and witness in your world. Unite this parish in your truth and love, and help us to show your love to others. God of love,
Grant our prayer.
We pray for all people, for places where there is war or famine. God our creator, help everyone to share all the good gifts that you have given to us. May those who lead the nations of the world be given wisdom. God of love,
Grant our prayer.
We pray for all who live and work on our island, and for all who visit here. God our friend, we pray for our families and friends. May we be able to help each other just as you love and help us. God of love,
Grant our prayer.
Compassionate God, give your strength and healing to all those who are sad, lonely, or sick; especially those on our parish prayer list. Bless all those who try and help them. God of love,
Grant our prayer.
We remember all those who have died, especially Mike Butler and Bill LaPorte. God of hope, we thank you that death cannot separate us from your love. We pray for all who mourn, that they may feel your care for them. God of love
Grant our prayer.
Loving God, we pray for ourselves for this week, we give this week into your hands. Be with us in all that we will do, may we enjoy this week and learn and grow in it. God of love,
Grant our prayer.
Celebrant: These things, that we have prayed for, give us strength and grace to work for. Amen.