Lector:  Dear Lord, You are the alpha and omega of all. In this time of our deep concern for the world we pray. Teach us each to be a messenger of Jesus, to bring his love through us into the world.

You are our God. Our time is in your hands.

We pray for our thoughts and actions to seek basic Human Rights in every land, with freedom from fear, terror and persecution. Lead us in the way of Jesus.

You are our God. Our time is in your hands.

As one person, we are gifted with your blessings. As we come together in community, we are gifted with the power of sharing your love toward humanity, in service and joy.  Lead us in the way of Jesus.

You are our God. Our time is in your hands.

We pray for the inspiration and well being of our church leaders, Bishop Rickel, Fr. Berto and Fr. Hugh, our Vestry, and those many hearts and hands who generously serve you through our beloved Emmanuel.

You are our God. Our time is in your hands.

As a nation we are divided in many ways. We pray to bring Christ’s love through each of us, as part of something bigger to follow in the way of Jesus.  Let our nation feel called to empower, encourage and connect with those on the margins of basic human needs and safety.

You are our God. Our time is in your hands.

We pray for our thoughts and actions to seek conscious, healthy stewardship of this beautiful earth you have created as our home.

 You have given us all that we need. We are blessed beyond our knowing. Lead our hearts and actions to follow in the way of Jesus. 

You are our God. Our time is in your hands.

We pray for the homeless, the hungry, the addicted, and those in pain and fear. Bring them into your loving peace with water, food, and tenderness.  We pray either silently or aloud for those on our hearts,   (…pause…) and especially for those we now name:  …

You are our God. Our time is in your hands. 

Presider:  We come to you in prayer, Lord, each in our own way. We are grateful for each person here today, in this community of our Holy time together. Lead us to be of service with our minds, hearts and actions, knowing the joy of following our Savior and teacher, Jesus Christ, in whose name we pray.  Amen.