Gathered with all who seek the Christ, let us pray for the church, the world, and all
who are in need.
A brief silence.
A. Faithful God, continue to provide dedicated leaders and passionate people for your
church, so that wisdom and compassion in all its rich variety may be made known
throughout the world. Hear us, O God.
C: Your mercy is great.
A: Creating God, your glory shines around us in every star, creature, and person.
Liberate us from the ways we destroy your creation. Free us to care for the earth so
that all experience your bountiful goodness.. Hear us, O God.
C: Your mercy is great.
A: Give your justice to the leaders of the world, O God. Endow them with humble
courage to defend the cause of the poor and give deliverance to those in need, so that
peace abounds in all countries. Hear us, O God.
C: Your mercy is great.
A: By the guidance of a star, you led the magi to pay homage to the Christ child.
Protect new families, those who live alone, travelers, those who suffer loss, and all
others in need especially: Garth Bendel, Julie Ellingson, Chris & Sheri Finstad, Jody
Jeffrey, 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). Hear us, O God.
C: Your mercy is great.
A: Ever-present One, in Christ Jesus we boldly come before you in worship. Nurture
and encourage all who gather for worship, those who serve in worship leadership
roles, and all who participate in the work of this faith community.. Hear us, O God.
C: Your mercy is great.
Here other intercessions may be offered.
P: Into your gracious hands we commend all for whom we pray, trusting in your
steadfast mercy; through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
C: Amen.