Prayers of the Church
June 14, 3rd Sunday after Pentecost, Proper 6, Lectionary 11
All: Exodus 19:2-8a (Obey my voice, be my treasured people)
All: Psalm 100 (Make a joyful noise unto the Lord!)
Sola/LSB: Romans 5:6-15 (While we were weak, Christ died for the ungodly. Though in Adam’s trespass all died, God’s grace abounds in Christ’s righteousness)
ELW: Romans 5:1-8 (We rejoice in suffering, which leads to hope that doesn’t disappoint, for Christ died for us at the right time)
All: Matthew 9:35-10:8 (9-20) (Jesus calls, instructs, and sends out the Twelve)
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Opening Hymn: All People That on Earth Do Dwell: LBW #245, ELW #883, LSB #791
Hymn of the Day: Preach You the Word and Plant it Home: LSB #586
OR Spread, O Spread, Almighty Word: LBW #379, ELW #663
Spread the Reign of God the Lord, LSB #830
OR In Adam We Have All Been One: LBW #372, LSB #569
(use if you preach on Romans text)
Communion 1: I Love to Tell the Story: LBW #390, ELW #661
OR This Little Light of Mine: ELW #677
Communion 2: Hark, the Voice of Jesus Calling: LBW 381, LSB #827
Closing Hymn: Guide Me Ever/O Thou Great Redeemer: LBW #343, ELW #618, LSB #918
OR Rise Up, O Saints of God: LBW #383, ELW #669
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Let us pray for the Church, the world, and one another.
A brief silence is kept.
Heavenly Father, thank you for your kindness. You call us your treasured people. You send your Son to redeem us, even while we are ungodly and estranged from you. Jesus calls us to share your love with other ungodly sinners. Thank you. Help us to do, say, and be everything you desire.
Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Jesus sent the Apostles to proclaim the Good News, forgive sins, and heal those wounded by sin, evil and death. Strengthen and equip your Church to follow in their footsteps, and to lead many people to the One who died that they might live.
Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
We plead on behalf of our persecuted sisters and brothers. Help us to speak in their defense, aid them by our prayers and material support, and live lives worthy of our mutual calling in Christ.
Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Make this congregation lovely with holiness, faithfulness, generosity, and joy. Fill us with your Spirit, so we serve you with joyful gratitude. Let our lives show the love of Jesus to those who need him the most.
Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
We confess that obedience to your word and will is not our strong suit. We prefer our own devices and desires. Forgive us. Soften our hearts, focus our minds, and strengthen our spines, so that we withstand the temptation to give in, give up, or give ourselves over to the evil one.
Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
You are Lord and King over all nations. Cause our leaders to acknowledge your Lordship and to do your will for the sake of the people entrusted to them. Help them to be honest, fair, competent, and just. We humbly ask that you give us the leadership we need, not just that which we desire or deserve.
Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
We pray for all who protect and serve others in difficult and dangerous situations. Make them competent, brave, and wise. Surround them, and their loved ones, with your holy angels. Help us to honor their service. Speed the day when they stand down from duty and enjoy your blessings.
Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Have mercy on all who are wounded in body, mind, or spirit. We pray for families stressed to the breaking point; business owners facing foreclosure; farmers, fishers, ranchers, and truckers; caregivers to special needs persons; and those whom we name before you now: {List}. Bring to them the joy of your saving help.
Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Most holy Father, thank you for the lives of your faithful people who have gone before us, especially those dearest to us. Keep their memories bright. Keep us steadfast in the faith they passed on to us. Keep the Cross of Jesus ever before us; and keep us true to our calling as his disciples. By his merits, bring us into your blessed Kingdom, where with all whom you have redeemed, we will praise, adore, and glorify you in the power of the Holy Spirit forever.
Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Hear our prayers, dear Father, as they touch your heart through the Spirit who searches our hearts. For the sake of your beloved Son, answer them as may be best for us and give you glory. Amen.
