Called together through water and the Word, we boldly pray for the church, the world,
and all who long to hear God’s voice.
A brief silence.
A: Faithful God, thank you for the testimony of disciples throughout the generations
and for opportunities to proclaim your mercy. Reveal your truth and glory to all who
ponder your word of life. Lord in your mercy,
C: Hear our prayer.
A: Creating God, we marvel at the abundance of the world you have made. Give us
confidence in our calling to be stewards of the earth so that our lives are in fellowship
with all creation. God in your mercy,
C: Hear our prayer.
A: Almighty God, we are thankful for all who have marched for justice and advocated
for peace. Entrust our elected leaders with strength, wisdom, and a discerning spirit,
so that both our words and our actions serve you. Lord in your mercy,
C: Hear our prayer.
A: God of hope, thank you for your constant presence as you walk with your children
through challenges of joblessness, homelessness, grief, and sickness. Gather your
community around all who need your healing power, that they find strength in you
especially: Garth Bendel, Julie Ellingson, Chris & Sheri Finstad, Olivia Lake, Kingston
McFarland, Kathy MenNealey, Ruth O’Connor, Joe Pregno, Warren Richter, Alice
Rostad, Darlene Sand, Irene Swann, The Fanning Family, T.J. (4-year old with cancer),
Artie Wheeter, Harry & Diane Wulf, and for those who mourn Sherley Foti (daughter of
Elwood Jensen). God in your mercy,
C: Hear our prayer.
Here other intercessions may be offered.
P: We place our prayers before you, God, united in your Spirit; through your beloved
Son, Jesus Christ our Light.
C: Amen.