Prayers of the People January 3
May a spirit of wisdom and revelation flow through your church in all its forms so that we may carry out your mission in this temporal world. Save, O God, your people May the leaders of this nation not frightened us, but be so overwhelmed with joy to lead us with grace. Save, O God, […]
Prayers of the People December 27
Lector: Eternal God, As we come to a new year, we pray that you would be with us. As we re?ect upon all of the endless possibilities of creation, we are overwhelmed that you gently called each one of us into being. Help us to nourish the mystery of the spirit of light in us. […]
Prayers of the People December 20
Lector: Dear Father, Mother God, we come to do your will. We pray in these short days of winter, that you restore us; show the light of your countenance, that we may be renewed by your love. We pray in the hope which Advent brings, for the creation of new visions, expecta-tions of peace, and […]
Prayers of the People December 6
We pray for all places of worship and all who worship you dear God, may they be free to worship without fear to carry out your mission. Help us to prepare the way. We pray for these United States, for Barack, our President and Jay, our Governor, may they be faithful leaders. Help us to […]
Prayers of the People November 29
Lector: Emmanuel has come, Emmanuel is here, Emmanuel is coming soon. Let us pray for the church, the earth, and those in need, that all receive what God promises to give. Come to our church, redeeming God, your grace and peace raining down upon us like winter storms. Grant your people wisdom and meaning as […]
Severe Cold Weather Shelter Open November 24 and 25
by SKM
In cooperation with other island churches, we are providing a warm shelter for folks when temperatures go below freezing. Come be our guest as we provide a safe and warm place to stay for the night, with clean blankets and a mat to sleep on. We will serve you a hot, healthy breakfast in the […]
Prayers of the People November 22
Dearest Mother, Father God of all. You are the Alpha and Omega. We come to you in prayer, for all the world, in this time of violence. We come to you Lord for our strength. We pray for a powerful peace through your church, Lord, to shine like the light of morning over the dark […]
Prayers of the People November 15
Dearest Lord, we survey our world and, with heavy hearts, watch nation rise against nation, and worse — nations rise against their own peoples. Our hearts are heavy with sadness for the victims of violence. Help us ?nd homes for the world’s refugees. Bring peace to the Middle East and Africa. Dearest Lord, we pray. […]
Prayers of the People November 8
May your church not only provide comfort to its members but inspire them to carry out your mission on this earth. Lord, hear our prayer. May the leaders of this country set aside differences and work together for all our fellow citizens. Lord, hear our prayer. May anyone in harm’s way from war, hunger, drought, […]