Saturday, May 4, 2024
Fifth Week of the Season of Easter, Saturday, May 4, 2024
Today, we invite you to reread, rest and reflect on the prayers of the past week.
Lectionary Readings for Today:
Psalm 98
Deuteronomy 32:44-47
Mark 10:42-45
Fifth Week of the Season of Easter, Saturday, May 4, 2024
Today, we invite you to reread, rest and reflect on the prayers of the past week.
Lectionary Readings for Today:
Psalm 98
Deuteronomy 32:44-47
Mark 10:42-45
We gather at the tomb of our LORD, in the shadow of the gravestone. This is a Faith-marker of all creation. In this sacred prayer space, you welcome and embrace us. In the bright morning, you share the greatest of news with us – the LORD is risen!
Almighty God, we are humbled how you not only created the earth, but also sustain it. We join with creation to sing your praises and declare your majesty and strength. You are in control, leading us to success and victory.
We gather behind closed doors. Your mighty love protects us from the dangers of the world. You meet us in your sacred prayer space, reminding us that a mere physical door will not separate us from danger or peril unless it is by your holy desire.
Almighty Creator, you created something from nothing. You are in the darkness, in the chaos and in the formless void, creating and bringing forth life. You look at your creation and see that it is good. Thank you for having a place for everything and a purpose. We marvel at your goodness.
Ancient of days, you are our God, who reveals who you are through your creation and through us. You reveal to us who you are. You invite us to be your witnesses, to share with others your love and goodness. Thank you for the opportunity to share your love and goodness with others as it draws us closer to you.
Open the floodgates of Heaven to us, O LORD. Let it rain in your perfect timing over these landscapes of crops and vineyards. Let it rain in your mountains and meadows. Let it rain in the landscapes of our hearts. Nourish and cleanse us with your glory.