United with the saints of every time and place, let us pray for the church, those in need, and all of God’s creation.
A brief silence.
A: Faithful God, when we question the future, you reveal the hope of victory through your Son, Jesus Christ. Give us the wisdom to rely on your words and the courage to witness to your love and faithfulness. Hear us O God,
C: Your mercy is great.
A: God our joy, the seas and the hills shout your praise. Inspire us to sing a joyful song to you as we work to preserve and protect your marvelous creation. Hear us O God,
C: Your mercy is great.
A: God our ruler, you judge the world with righteousness and the people with equity. Grant perseverance to world leaders and elected officials, so that they never grow weary in doing what is right. Hear us O God,
C: Your mercy is great.
A: Gracious God, you offer peace to fearful hearts. Heal the hurts of all those who suffer injustice and persecution, those who spend months and years in prisons and in hospitals, and for anyone in need today. We pray for: Cayla Clark, Julie Ellingson, Sheri Finstad, Sherley Foti, Jim Halvorson, Olivia Lake, Kingston McFarland, Ruth O’Connor, Jim Person, Joe Pregno, Alice Rostad, Irene Swann, Nanci Treichelt, Harry & Diane Wulf, and those who mourn. Hear us O God,
C: Your mercy is great.
Here other intercessions may be offered.
P: Rejoicing in hope, we lift our prayers to you, most gracious Lord, trusting that you have received them in your care.
Amen.