Prayers of the People - Proper 24C

Prayers of the People—Proper 24C

Brothers and sisters, our help comes from the Lord, the maker of heaven and earth.  And yet, we can pray, saying, “Put your word within us, O God; write it on our hearts.”

We pray, O God, for the Church and its leaders.  May we proclaim the Truth and share the Good News.  Give your Church grace, that each member may carry out his or her ministry fully.

Invite the congregation to offer their thanksgivings, followed by Silence

Put your word within us, O God;

write it on our hearts.

We pray, O God, for all those who interpret and establish laws—especially judges.  Give our leaders wisdom equal to their responsibilities, that they may serve the common good and promote justice throughout the world.

Silence

Put your word within us, O God;

write it on our hearts.

We pray, O God, for all of creation.  In the beauty of hills and streams, we glimpse your majesty.  In the wonder of sun and moon, we glimpse your power.  May we be responsible in our care and protection of all you have given us.

Silence

Put your word within us, O God;

write it on our hearts.

We pray, O God, for the people of the Toledo area.  May those who cry out for justice, see justice.  May those who search for Truth, find Truth.  May those who fear for their own safety, realize their comfort and security is in you.

Silence

Put your word within us, O God;

write it on our hearts.

We pray, O God, for the sick and the sorrowful.  May those who call upon you for healing also find you to be their faithful healer.

Invite the congregation to offer their petitions, followed by Silence

Put your word within us, O God;

write it on our hearts.

We pray, O God, for all who have died.  May all those justified by your Son, Christ Jesus, be judged by him as faithful and good.

Silence

Put your word within us, O God;

write it on our hearts.