Prayers of the People: Easter 3C

Prayers of the People—Easter 3C

Brothers and sisters, give thanks to the One who clothes us with joy.  The Lord is our helper and restorer, therefore let us pray: “Hear, O Lord, and have mercy upon us.”

O God, you have chosen your Church to bring your name before all nations: Give us hearts to feed your lambs and tend your sheep.  Give us hearts to follow Jesus.

Silence

Hear, O Lord,

and have mercy upon us.

Lord Christ, we look for the day when all will live together in peace, when every voice will together sing this hymn: To the one seated on the throne and to the Lamb be blessing and honor and glory and might forever and ever!

Silence

Hear, O Lord,

and have mercy upon us.

Creator of the Deep, protect and preserve our lakes, rivers and oceans, and all creatures who live therein. May we be good stewards of the gift of water.

The congregation may add your thanksgivings, followed by Silence

Hear, O Lord,

and have mercy upon us.

Ancient of Days, we pray for the senior members of our community. Bless with patience and confidence those who rely on others for support, care and transportation. And bless their caretakers with strength.

Silence

Hear, O Lord,

and have mercy upon us.

O Lord our God, restore to health those who cry out to you. Lift up the lowly. Turn wailing into joyful dancing.

The congregation may add your petitions, followed by Silence

Hear, O Lord,

and have mercy upon us.

Living God, you restore the life of those in the grave: May we, and all the dead, experience resurrection and life everlasting.

Silence

Hear, O Lord,

and have mercy upon us.