Saturday, September 9, 2023

Encourage us through the words and actions of others. May they see your achievements in our lives and praise you for your goodness. Let the words of others show us how your blessings in our lives are also blessing others and you. We will sing of your love and blessings forever.

Do not forsake us, LORD. You have always been with us, in times of trial and in times of peace. Tried as we are, today we believe. Speak, so we can hear you; remain in your hope and help; and sojourn in a good way.

Our eyes are on you, watching you, and wanting to be like you. Thank you, Divine Family, for your extravagant love. Thank you for showing us how to love, which leads to health, life, and healing.

We gather in assemblies and at your Beautiful Gate. We greet and are received by many who are also journeying. We are refugees, wanderers, and outcasts; we are established and blessed when we are in your sacred prayer space. We bear witness to your presence as our everlasting God.

We proclaim your love, generosity, and mercy. Singing praises to you brings us joy and makes the work and burdens light. Your works are amazing; we know that full well. Thank you, we flourish and grow in you. Thank you, in old age, we continue to bear fruit, stay fresh, and are useful. We love you, LORD.

Today, we invite you to reread, rest and reflect on the prayers of the past week.

Lectionary Readings for Today:
Psalm 26:1-8
Jeremiah 15:10-14
Matthew 8:14-17