Author: Robin.Kyd

Gracious God, you call us to freedom through your Spirit and to follow Jesus with undivided hearts.
Grant us the courage to set aside all that holds us back, so that we may walk in love,
serve one another, and bear the fruit of Your Spirit in our lives.
Through Jesus Christ our Lord.
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Lord God, thank you that you are always showing us new things in our world.
We remember rainbows after rain and the cleansing effect of a strong wind.
We think of a grimy world made white and pure by snow, and a beach washed clean by the tide.
Most of all, we thank you for the new start you gave the world in Jesus.
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Holy God, you have made all things and crowned us with your love.
By your Spirit, guide us into your truth and help us care for your creation
and each other with grateful hearts.
Through Jesus Christ, who shows us your love,
and with the Spirit who leads us, help us live as your faithful people, now and always.
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God of wind and flame,
you poured out your Spirit on the disciples and made them bold to share your love with the world.
Pour out your Spirit on us today, that we may be messengers of your grace,
speaking words of truth, hope, and peace.
Shape us into your people, alive with your power and led by your wisdom,
for we ask in the name of the risen Christ.
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Creator God, you have entrusted us with the care of your good earth
and remind us that all things belong to you.
Open our eyes to the beauty of all you have made and stir in us a spirit of wonder and responsibility.
Give us thankful hearts and quiet trust, that we may cherish your creation and work to protect it,
trusting always in your loving provision, through Jesus Christ our Lord.
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Merciful God, whose face shines upon all peoples and whose healing grace knows no bounds,
look with compassion upon your children who wait by pools of hope for restoration and new life.
Grant us the courage to rise when you call, taking up our mats and walking in faith,
that all nations may see your saving power and sing for joy at your righteous guidance.
Through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,
one God, now and for ever.
Amen