Seeking the Spirit of God who makes all things new, we pray for the church and the world. A brief silence. Holy God, we remember your promise of unity on your holy mountain. Empower the World Council of Churches and all those working across religious difference, that the world may know your undivided love. Hear us, O God. Your mercy is great. We remember your promise of green pastures and quiet waters. Preserve all places of natural beauty and restore our relationship with th

Seeking the Spirit of God who makes all things new, we pray for the church and the world. A brief silence. God of every generation, we give thanks for all who have sought to renew and transform your holy church (especially Theodor Fliedner, renewer of society). Inspire us to follow their example in our own day. Hear us, O God. Your mercy is great. God of every creature, bless and protect the earth and all those who dwell within it. We give thanks for those who have helped us

Reminded of God’s gracious and abundant love, we offer our prayers, confident that God hears us. A brief silence. Center your church in humility as we strive to follow in your way. Help us listen to the cries of those who have been unfairly hurt by the church and dare to name difficult truths. Show all your love. Hear us, O God. Your mercy is great. You call us to care for your creation. Lead us into your promise of a better world through sustainable practices and respect for

Reminded of God’s gracious and abundant love, we offer our prayers, confident that God hears us. A brief silence. Hold your church accountable for our unwillingness to share your good news and our anger at your generosity to others. Nourish us by your grace to be witnesses to your love. Hear us, O God. Your mercy is great. Guide scientists and researchers studying responses to the climate crisis so that all your creation may inspire us to give thanks for your great goodness.

Reminded of God’s gracious and abundant love, we offer our prayers, confident that God hears us. A brief silence. Move your church throughout the world away from judging and despising others. Lead us to embody the forgiveness you have given us in Jesus. Hear us, O God. Your mercy is great. The endless beauty of your creation reminds us of your mercy. Protect those who care for farms and ranches. Guide those who lead us to wonder at your creation. Hear us, O God. Your mercy is

Reminded of God’s gracious and abundant love, we offer our prayers, confident that God hears us. A brief silence. Proclaiming God, empower your church throughout the world to announce the words you give us. Open us to receive your word in unexpected ways. Hear us, O God. Your mercy is great. Forming God, renew the cycles of your creation that provide for the needs of all. Protect grasslands, marshes, swamps, and all places of transition. Heal communities crying out after disa

Often, trouble and perplexity drive us to prayer, and prayer drives away perplexity and trouble. That is the power of prayer of petition. It is wrong to think that prayer is a waste of time; the truth is that without prayer, our work is a waste of time. Prayer connects us with God, and God with us. Prayer is our greatest privilege, greatest responsibility, and greatest power God has put into our hands. The person that prays is the person in peace and joy. "The family that pra

With bold trust in God’s unfailing provision, we pray for the church, those in need, and all of God’s creation. A brief silence. For the church in every land, that its mission and ministry is anchored in the love of Christ. When threats or challenges arise, teach us to take up our cross and follow you in faith. Merciful God, receive our prayer. For the well-being of your creation, that all that lives and grows on the earth may thrive. Bring relief to areas ravaged by droughts

With bold trust in God’s unfailing provision, we pray for the church, those in need, and all of God’s creation. A brief silence. God, our rock, you are the foundation on which the church is built. Strengthen and encourage your faithful people everywhere they gather, that they boldly proclaim your word of life to all the world. Merciful God, receive our prayer. You spoke and all creation came into being. Field and forest, wetland and wilderness—all reveal your glory. Sustain a

With bold trust in God’s unfailing provision, we pray for the church, those in need, and all of God’s creation. A brief silence. For believers around the world who stream to your holy mountain, that all be united in faith and harmony in the body of Christ. Let your church on earth be a witness to the beloved community of your heavenly kingdom. Merciful God, receive our prayer. For your wondrous creation, that it thrives and flourishes as you intend. Raise up wise stewards to

With bold trust in God’s unfailing provision, we pray for the church, those in need, and all of God’s creation. A brief silence. We pray for the servants of your gospel in every place, that your word may be heard. Where your voice is scorned and your people persecuted, strengthen the church in its faithful witness. Merciful God, receive our prayer. For this world you have created, that all life may flourish. Preserve biodiversity in all its variety and help ecosystems to surv

With bold trust in God’s unfailing provision, we pray for the church, those in need, and all of God’s creation. For your church in every place, that it satisfies those who hunger for your word. Bless the ministry of readers, translators, Bible study leaders, and writers, that God’s word is broken open and shared with all. Merciful God, receive our prayer. For your wondrous creation and all the bounty it provides, that your creatures are fed and nourished. Bless the work of fa

There is no doubt in the world to manage defeat is the toughest job. Defeat pushes to inferiority. It paralyses our daily work and leads to lonely. It hurts us; at the same time, we are afraid to be friend with others. Just like the coronavirus, we are scared that we will be infected. To speak the truth, we all fail and had failed. We fail daily. As we want to do something every day, remaining without doing anything is failure. Very importantly, what we got to do is know what

Trusting in God’s steadfast love for all God has made, let us pray for the church, the world, and all of creation. God our wisdom and our song, we pray for bishops, candidacy committees, those preparing for seminary, those awaiting call as deacons or pastors, and all who seek to lead your disciples in any way. God of grace, hear our prayer. God our breath and our heartbeat, help us to recognize signs of your presence among us. Protect and support diverse ecosystems, from nati

Trusting in God’s steadfast love for all God has made, let us pray for the church, the world, and all of creation. God our source, protect your church from those who sow weeds among the wheat. Where we trade grace for judgment, restore us, and where we get lost among the complexities of life, guide us. God of grace, hear our prayer. God our creator, sustain creation in places not easily seen; the depths of oceans, microscopic plants and animals, galaxies beyond our own. May w

Trusting in God’s steadfast love for all God has made, let us pray for the church, the world, and all of creation. A brief silence. God our gardener, you scatter grace like seed across the world. Continue to cultivate the garden of your church with your abundant Spirit. God of grace, hear our prayer. God our joy, your bountiful creation reflects your commitment to life despite our actions disregarding its wonder. We look toward Isaiah’s vision, when all creation rejoices, and

Trusting in God’s steadfast love for all God has made, let us pray for the church, the world, and all of creation. A brief silence. God our unity, your church flourishes in different languages, cultures, and movements. Grant us wisdom to discern when our yokes are too heavy, that we may live and serve in the freedom of your rest. God of grace, hear our prayer. God our life-giver, we grieve the pains placed upon our common home through war and neglect. What you have lovingly c

God wants to speak to us. When he does, are we able to say with Samuel, "Speak, for thy servant hears"? Often, we listen to so many other voices — the voice of self-seeking, the voice of pleasures, the voice of ambition, of prestige and of pride. But how attentive, the voice of God? Perhaps we have difficulty in discerning the voice of God. One sure way to overcome this difficulty is to set ourselves in silence. The more time we spend daily in being alone with God, communicat

Gathered together by the Holy Spirit, let us pray for the church and the needs of the world. A brief silence. Faithful God, establish your church to offer welcome and proclaim your peace. Nourish us so we can proclaim your hope to the world. God of grace, hear our prayer. Creator God, bring life to places experiencing drought, deforestation, and pollution. Help us to cultivate and care for the natural world around us. God of grace, hear our prayer. Loving God, bring an end to

Gathered together by the Holy Spirit, let us pray for the church and the needs of the world. A brief silence. Life-giving God, you have called your people to lose their lives for Jesus’ sake. Strengthen your church to follow you in the face of difficulty. God of grace, hear our prayer. Creator God, you know every sparrow that falls to the ground. Protect migrating birds, endangered species, and their natural habitats. Empower us to care for your creation. God of grace, hear o