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Prayers...
Prayers of Intercession
God of power and might,
comfort your people and come quickly to this weary world. Hear
our prayers for everyone in need.
A brief silence.
Faithful God, you teach us to
wait for you with faithfulness and patience. Sustain and support
us in our doubts and questions. Nurture our faith as we discern
and enact your mission. Hear us, O God.
Your mercy is great.
Loving God, you set the stars
in the sky and breathe life into the earth. Renew the face of
creation where it is in need of your healing touch. Mend the
wounds of environmental damage and restore balance to ecosystems
so that all creation can declare your praise. Hear us, O God.
Your mercy is great.
Steadfast God, you never tire
of seeking justice. Where people suffer from discrimination,
judgment, and injustice, speak words of truth and comfort. We
pray especially for . . . (current local, national, or
international issues of peace or justice may be named). Lead
us toward a world where faithfulness will sprout underfoot and
righteousness rain down from above. Hear us, O God.
Your mercy is great.
Leading God, you ask us to
make uneven ground smooth. Make even the disparities between
your people. Sustain and support people with physical and
intellectual disabilities. Accompany disability advocates who
work for a world accessible to all. Teach us to celebrate the
great diversity in our midst. Hear us, O God.
Your mercy is great.
Tender God, you know sorrow
and joy alike. We pray for those in our families and
congregation who are not joyful in this holiday season. Comfort
those who grieve, be a companion to all who are lonely, tend
those who are sick or struggling with depression, and gather all
people in your healing embrace. Hear us, O God.
Your mercy is great.
Here other intercessions may
be offered.
Eternal God, we give thanks
for the saints who have prepared your way in the wilderness and
taught us to continue their faithful work (especially
Nicholas of Myra). Make their generous lives an example for
all. Hear us, O God.
Your mercy is great.
Draw near to us, O God, and
receive our prayers for the sake of your Son, Jesus Christ our
Lord.
Amen.
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