Prayers of the People December 29, 2024
These are the Prayers of the People that will be used during church this week. We encourage you to use them as part of your personal prayers this week
The congregational response is âHalleluiah!â
The Word became flesh and lived among us, and we have seen his glory, the glory as of a fatherâs only son, full of grace and truth. We are witnesses, praying,
âShine forth in our lives, O Lord. Hallelujah!â
Abba, Father, you have received us as your children. Make our hearts shine ever brighter with the pure light of Christ, that all people might witness your all- encompassing love.
Shine forth in our lives, O Lord. Hallelujah!
Almighty God, let all the nations witness your glory. Cause righteousness and praise to cover the earth. We remember all in ordained ministry including Presiding Bishop Rowe, Bishop Stevenson, Pastor Stacy, and our supply priest, Jenks.
Shine forth in our lives, O Lord. Hallelujah!
Great Lord, you are mighty in power: you graciously make the earth to burst forth with green plants; you provide food for flocks and herds; you give us the resources to thrive on this planet. May we be thankful in our hearts and generous in our lives. Help us to be good stewards of these church grounds and in implementing our Master Plan. Encourage our generosity through the ongoing support of Feed My Sheep.
At this time, please offer your thanksgivings.
Shine forth in our lives, O Lord. Hallelujah!
O God, it is you who establishes peace. Comfort your people with safety and security; assure us that it is not by our own strength, but by your goodness, that we can rest in quiet confidence.
Shine forth in our lives, O Lord. Hallelujah!
Loving God, you are the healer of the brokenhearted; it is you who binds up their wounds; you lift up the lowly. Clothe your children with the garments of health and salvation. We lift before you those in need of healing and comfort including, (Please read the first names from prayer list).
At this time, please add the names of any who are in need of healing and comfort
Shine forth in our lives, O Lord. Hallelujah!
O God, you sent your Son to redeem us from sin and death: draw us closer to your Son Jesusâinto your heart, both now and in the life to come. We remember those who have died including, (Please read the first names from the prayer list).
At this time, please add the names of any who have died or are grieving
Shine forth in our lives, O Lord. Hallelujah!