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Prayers...
Prayers of Intersection
Joining our voices with
God’s people around the world, let us offer our prayers for
those in need.
For the church, steadfast and faithful in its mission to
proclaim redemption through Christ Jesus; for all ministers of
the gospel who proclaim that the word is near, let us pray.
Have mercy, O God.
For areas affected by drought or storms; for livestock and
fields; for ranchers and farmers; and for all stewards of the
earth, that as God’s goodness is revealed in creation, we act
with justice toward all creatures, let us pray.
Have mercy, O God.
For lawyers and advocates; for local, regional, and national
governments; and for peace throughout the world, that God send
gracious and upright leaders to govern with mercy and truth, let
us pray.
Have mercy, O God.
For those who feel ashamed; for those who find it difficult to
trust; for the bereaved and sick (especially), that God provide
compassionate and loving caregivers to all who suffer, let us
pray.
Have mercy, O God.
For the members of the body of Christ in this place; for those
who do good works in our midst; for those who are visiting and
those who are absent, that the Holy Spirit guide all the
journeys of our lives, let us pray.
Have mercy, O God.
For our ancestors who have inspired us by their lives of faith,
that thankful for their witness, we can confidently proclaim our
salvation, let us pray.
Have mercy, O God.
Merciful God, you hear the prayers of your people even before
they are spoken. We commend these and all our prayers to you,
trusting in your abundant mercy; through Jesus Christ, our
Savior and Lord.
Amen.
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