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3/11/07
Prayers of the
People
Almighty God, Landowner and Gardener, who taught us pray not only for
ourselves but for people everywhere, hear us as we pray for others, in
the name of Jesus Christ.
Inspire the whole church, and our congregation, with the gift of
repentance from the Spirit of Jesus Christ and the Word of God the
Father in the Holy Spirit that we may grow in your love, obey your Word,
and share your truth with others outside of these doors.
Lead all nations in the way of justice and goodwill.
Direct those who govern, that they may rule fairly, maintain
order, uphold those in need, and defend oppressed people; that this
world may claim your rule and know true peace.
Give grace to all who proclaim the gospel through Word and Sacrament and
deeds of mercy and love, that by their teaching and example they may
reveal your love for all people. Bless
them with a true share of ministry in your gifts of repentance,
conversion, and regeneration of the minds, emotions, and actions of your
people.
Comfort and relieve, O Lord, all who are in
trouble…sorrow…poverty…sickness…grief…especially known to us,
whom we name before you in silence….
Heal them in body, mind, and circumstance, working in them, by
your grace, wonders beyond all they may dream or hope.
Hear our prayers, God of grace, Landowner and Gardener, and help us to
fulfill them, working according to your purpose in peace, justice, and
mercy, in all we do; through Jesus Christ the Lord, in whose name we
pray.
Amen
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