Prayers
of the People—Baptism
of our Lord B
Sisters
and brothers, ascribe to the Lord the glory due his name. Let us approach our great God with
humble hearts saying: “Lord,
give
strength to your people;
bless us with peace.”
Lover
of souls, you seal us by your Holy Spirit in baptism and claim us as your own
forever: May our offering of beautiful worship be acceptable in your
sight.
Silence
Lord,
give
strength to your people;
bless
us with peace.
Lover
of souls, you sit enthroned as King for evermore: May the leaders of the nations
do justice and govern with mercy.
Silence
Lord,
give
strength to your people;
bless
us with peace.
Lover
of souls, you created the heavens and the earth: We praise you that you make
holy such basic things of earth—water for baptism, grapes and grain to sustain
our souls.
Silence
Lord,
give
strength to your people;
bless
us with peace.
Lover
of souls, you forgive the sins of the penitent and care for the injured: Be with
all victims of gun violence; heal and convert the hearts of the violent. May our
city know peace.
Silence
Lord,
give
strength to your people;
bless
us with peace.
Lover
of souls, your voice is a voice of splendor: speak healing and comfort to all
the heartbroken and needy.
Allow
the congregation to add their petitions and thanksgivings, followed by
Silence
Lord,
give
strength to your people;
bless
us with peace.
Lover
of souls, you called the light into being: Let light perpetual shine on those
who have died—especially Cherry and Dort. May we all rest in the hope of life
eternal.
Silence
Lord,
give
strength to your people;
bless
us with peace.
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