This prayer originally appeared in "Hard Sayings—Week 1: Unless You Hate Your Father and Mother."
Prayer of Intercession
In peace, we pray to you, Lord God.
Silence
For all people in their daily life and work;
For our families, friends and neighbors, and for all those who are alone.
For this community, our country and the world;
For all those who work for justice, freedom, and peace.
For the just and proper use of your creation;
For the victims of hunger, fear, injustice, and oppression.
For all who are in danger, sorrow, or trouble;
For those who minister to the sick, the friendless, and the needy.
For the peace and unity of the church of God;
For those who proclaim the gospel, and all who seek the truth.
For all who serve God in his church.
Silence for petitions to be added
Hear us, Lord;
For your mercy is great.
We thank you, Lord, for all the blessings of this life.
Silence for people's thanksgivings to be offered
We will exalt you, O God our King;
And praise your name forever and ever.
We pray for those who struggle with their faith, and for those whose faith is known to you alone, that they may have a place in your eternal kingdom.
Silence for people to add their own petitions
Lord, let your lovingkindness be upon them;
Who put their trust in you.
Gracious God, you have heard the prayers of your faithful people; you know our needs before we ask, and our ignorance in asking. Grant our requests as may be best for us. Watch over us and keep us in the light of your presence. May our praise continually blend with that of all creation, until we come together to the eternal joys which you promise in your love; through Jesus Christ our Lord.
