Pentecost 9 2005
Prayer of the Church
Pentecost 9
July 17, 2005
P Let us pray for the whole people of God in Christ Jesus and for all people according to their needs.
P That the Church be empowered to grow in grace and the knowledge of the truth, let us pray to the Lord:
C Lord, have mercy.
P That the Church be given the wisdom and guidance of the Spirit so that God’s will be done through her work, let us pray to the Lord:
C Lord, have mercy.
P That the whole Church on earth and this congregation proclaim that God is our Redeemer, that there is no other god besides the one God who has revealed Himself in Jesus Christ, let us pray to the Lord:
C Lord, have mercy.
P That in the face of conflicts and discord that continually erupt around the world, the leaders of nations would be inspired to work for peace and justice, providing protection especially for the weak and defenseless, let us pray to the Lord:
C Lord, have mercy.
P That the members of our armed forces may be protected from every danger of body and soul, and that they may not lose heart in the midst of ongoing turmoil and strife, let us pray to the Lord:
C Lord, have mercy.
P For those affected by the terrorist attack in London, that God would heal the injured, comfort the bereaved and afflicted, protect the innocent and helpless, and give to the British people confidence so that they may not lose heart, let us pray to the Lord:
C Lord, have mercy.
P That strengthened through the gifts given in this assembly, all God’s people, and especially those suffering great temptation, might put away fear and live in confident faith in the rock of our salvation, let us pray to the Lord:
C Lord, have mercy.
P That God would hear the prayers of the elderly, those in nursing homes, and those needing care for chronic illness; that in their weakness, the Spirit might give full expression to the groanings of their prayers, let us pray to the Lord:
C Lord, have mercy.
P That God would give comfort and strength to those who are lonely, sick, or dying (especially to ____________), let us pray to the Lord:
C Lord, have mercy.
P That those who celebrate the birth of a newborn or observe a birthday or anniversary give thanks to the Father of all mercies for His continued preservation, let us pray to the Lord:
C Lord, have mercy.
P For those who receive the body and blood of Christ this day, that they may be strengthened in their faith and live in joyful service to one another, let us pray to the Lord:
C Lord, have mercy.
P Giving thanks for the saints who have gone before us and who know fully what for us is yet to be, let us pray to the Lord:
C Lord, have mercy.
P Into Your hands, O Lord, we commend all for whom we pray, trusting in Your mercy through Your Son, Jesus Christ, our Lord.
C Amen.