August 10, 2019 - Nelson and Stephanie Crain

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.

With the power of the Spirit and in unity with Christ, let us pray to our Father.

We pray for our homes, families, friends and all those we love. Strengthen our community; bless our pastors and bishops; give grace to the St John’s community, as they continue to offer grace to us.

Lord, hear us.

Lord, graciously hear us.

We pray for the leaders of the nations. Grant them patience, knowledge, compassion, courage and peace of heart and mind. Allow them to serve and love their people well.

Lord, hear us.

Lord, graciously hear us.

We pray for those who are sick or close to death. We ask for healing and strength for the afflicted, peace for those that love them, and guidance for their doctors, nurses, and caregivers. We pray for these Lord any others who we now lift before you. Lord, meet us in the silence (Silence)

Lord, hear us.

Lord, graciously hear us.

We pray for those who have gone into your kingdom ahead of us. For the victims of the recent shootings and their families, and for anyone grieving the loss of a loved one. We ask that you would be near to them and cover them in your grace.

Lord, hear us.

Lord, graciously hear us.

We pray for the blessing of new life. For the new members of our community and the new members of your kingdom on Earth. We ask that you watch over them Lord. Allow these blessings that you have given us to also bring forth new life within us. Let it be a reminder that we are all reborn in you.

Lord, hear us.

Lord, graciously hear us.

We pray for those who have lost hope. We sometimes forget that we are inheritors of your kingdom. We ask you to light the lamps of those going alone. Mend their hearts, dull their pains and renew their faith in you. Show them that they are created in your image and remind them every day that they are loved.

Lord, hear us.

Lord, graciously hear us.

We pray for the worship of the Church. Help the sweet sound of our voices to become one. Unite Your church in wisdom and in love as we do the work of Your kingdom on earth.

Father, by your Spirit,

bring in your kingdom.