We Pray for the World and the Church – July 28, 2024
Holy Spirit of Wisdom and Wonder: We thank you for the wise and wonderful insights we are gaining on our journey. Praise and gratitude to our priests Berto and Hugh; may the reflection of their generous spirits continue to shine throughout our community for many years to come. We pray for our Acting Bishop, Melissa, and our newly elected bishop-to-be, Philip, for Michael, our Provisional Bishop, and his elected successor, Sean, along with spiritual leaders everywhere, asking that they hear and heed the highest teachings for the benefit of all Creation.
Your kingdom is an everlasting kingdom; your dominion endures throughout the ages.
Holy Spirit of Wisdom: We pray for candidates seeking political offices and those presently serving. In their deliberations and decisions may they be mindful always of the highest good. Help illuminate the political choices lying ahead of us. Guide us in responding to present challenges with compassion. Inspire the leaders of the world to courageously resolve needless warfare, as we work together to ease the difficulties resulting from climate change. Help us to activate positive solutions for the immigration crisis. May all world leaders be firmly grounded in the mandate to love one another as your son loves us, and to treat others as we would wish to be treated.
Your kingdom is an everlasting kingdom; your dominion endures throughout the ages.
Holy Spirit of Wisdom: We thank and pray for everyone who helped with Market Day and Dinner Kitchen this week. May blessings rain upon all who lent a hand and all those who will benefit from this offering. May our church outreach expand to foster better ways to help and heal the greater community, regardless of creed, race, or gender issues.
Your kingdom is an everlasting kingdom; your dominion endures throughout the ages.
Holy Spirit of Wisdom: In this time of sun and celebration, we pray that children be safe and well cared for. May the summer bring delight; may our forests be safe from fire, our waters offer safe harbor and protection from storms, and may all manner of life flourish.
Your kingdom is an everlasting kingdom; your dominion endures throughout the ages.
Holy Spirit of Wisdom: We ask healing and resolution for all those suffering from loss, illness, confusion and other difficulties, including those concerns known privately to us [take time to mention silently or aloud] and those on our Parish Prayer List…
Your kingdom is an everlasting kingdom; your dominion endures throughout the ages.
Oh Holy Spirit of Wisdom: With full and tender hearts we now pray for the dying, and those who carry cherished memories of dear ones no longer with us; may we find solace in the understanding that all loving souls are reunited in the promised Kingdom. In Jesus’ name we fervently pray.
Amen