| PRAYERS
OF INTERCESSION Called,
gathered, and empowered to serve, let us pray for the church, the world, and all
those in need. A brief silence.
God of all,
we give you thanks that in baptism you have cleansed us from our sin claimed us
as you children and called us to serve you with the grace you have shown us..
Look upon us with favor as we serve your name. Lord, in your mercy, hear our
prayer. God
of the universe, we praise you for the beauty of creation. For the warmth of the
summer sun and the cooling rains that water your earth. Enliven our senses by
its splendor and fill us with your peace and rest. Lord, in your mercy, hear
our prayer. God
of peace, we pray for your servants who are persecuted for their faith. Open our
minds to know your great love for all people. Encourage reconciliation among those
with opposing beliefs, that all may joyfully praise your name. Lord, in your
mercy, hear our prayer. God
of compassion, heal our hurts and ailments. Grant courage and freedom to those
who suffer especially those we name before you this day, that all may know of
your healing power. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
God of consolation,
comfort widows and orphans, that they may not feel lost or forgotten but know
of your presence and care through their brothers and sisters in Christ. Lord,
in your mercy, hear our prayer. God
of love, grant to all who are gathered here today safe travel as they return to
their homes and into your service. Help them to use all that they experienced
in this assembly so that your word may go forth as they serve to spread your gospel.
Lord, in your mercy. hear our prayer. God
of mercy, dry the tears of those who mourn the loss of loved ones and comfort
all who remember those saints, like Barnabas and the Cappadocian fathers who now
surround your throne of grace, that all may be awakened to newness of life. Lord,
in your mercy, hear our prayer. Into
your hands, gracious God, we commend all for whom we pray, trusting in your mercy;
through Jesus Christ our Savior. Amen.
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