Prayer of the Day

God who calls us into service, transform us as you transformed Saul. Shape us into children who rejoice in knowing and proclaiming you to the world, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Prayers of Intercession

L:  We pray for the church, the world, and all those in need.

A brief silence.

L:  Almighty God, your persecutor, Saul, suffered a great shock on the way to becoming your servant, Paul. Awaken your church where we have fallen asleep, and shake us out of harmful habits and destructive attitudes. Show us how to fully employ our best gifts to your glory. Risen Lord,

C: Hear our prayer.

L:  Lights may not blind us nor voices thunder in our ears, but the waters of this blue planet are steadily rising, and the effects of our abuse and neglect are unmistakable. Teach us to recognize and heed the warnings while we still have a chance to be part of the solution in preserving our earthly home. Risen Lord,

C: Hear our prayer.

L:  Change the hearts of those in positions of power in this world who seek war rather than peace and hurt rather than healing.  Gather all those into your arms who suffer as a result of war and violence, and bring about your peace and justice for all. Risen Lord,

C: Hear our prayer.

L:  Make the scales fall from our eyes and restore us to fullness of vision and strength by your spirit, O God of hope and healing. Send your healing power especially to those we name before you now... Risen Lord,

C: Hear our prayer.

L:  Following the trail blazed by the earliest carriers of the Good News, make us faithful in our calling.  Unite us with all the saints whose joy it is to praise your name forever. Risen Lord,

C: Hear our prayer.

Here other petitions may be offered.

L:      Mighty and merciful God, you have provided us with everything we need to carry out your mission. Accept our prayers and fortify us for the days to come, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Adapted from Clergy Stuff NL Resources 2022 and workingpreacher.org