Dearest Lord, in our time, grant your peace to those peoples whose lives have been upended by war, oppression, hunger, and natural disasters Be especially with all migrant peoples as they seek safety for themselves and their children; with the people of Afghanistan, who face famine this winter; and with the Tongan people whose homes […]
We give thanks for our church leaders, Presiding Bishop Michael, Bishop Greg, our priests Berto and Hugh. Just as the heavens declare the glory of God, may they proclaim God’s glory so we can be faithful servants of your mission. Fill us with your Spirit as your joy is our strength. We give thanks for […]
Beloved Christ, This is winter time for the world’s soul. Grant that we not lose hope, that the health care workers not lose heart, that we remember Julian of Norwich’s assurances that “All Shall be well” … Outside the rain pours, people are losing their homes, dishonesty and factions tear families asunder. Where now is […]
Dear God, we pray with gratitude for your constant love. Let us each know in our heart, that you love us. You have created us. Thank you for your son Jesus Christ, teaching us how to be in this world in love and service. How priceless is your love, O God. In your light we see light. May […]
Precious Lord, we pray that in this new year, thedignity of human nature will be restored to all peoples, especiallythose fleeing violence and oppression. Our hearts are heavy withtheir sorrow as we pray for a future of safety, shelter, and dignity.In Christ we pray. Precious Lord, happy are they who dwell in your house, whosestrength […]
Eternal God, as we celebrate the birth of your son, our Savior Jesus Christ, we give thanks for your church and its leaders Michael, Greg, Berto and Hugh. Hallelujah! How good it is to sing praises to our God! In the power of the Holy Spirit, make us your advocate.Eternal God, on this second day […]
O God beyond all names and forms—on this fourth and final Sunday of Advent our hearts quicken at the thought of the coming celebration of your birth as a human being, Our Lord, Jesus Christ. Your story is told anew as the darkness turns to light. Help us to magnify the wonder of new beginnings […]
Intercessor: Dear Lord of All. We pray in these precious Advent days of winter, for your grace to shine upon us, that we may carry the light of your love from our heart to our neighbors, friends and strangers. Lord, May the light of your countenance open our hearts, that we may share your love […]
Dearest Lord, anticipating the light that is to come, we ask that the world’s leaders be inspired by compassion to seek peace and justice for all people. We pray especially for those fleeing oppression, violence, and hunger, that they may find safe haven, food, and warmth. In Christ we pray. Dearest Lord, we are glad […]
Eternal God, we give thanks for your church, our leaders Michael, Greg, Berto and Hugh, and all fellow worshipers throughout the globe. We pray that we may be faithful servants to carry out your mission. The Lord is our righteousness. To you, O Lord, we lift up our souls and put our trust in you. Eternal God, […]