Author: Robin.Kyd

God of steadfast love, as we step into a new week, we remember Jesus, risen, present, and powerful.
Fill us with the courage to stand firm in faith, to speak truth with gentleness,
and to return always to gratitude.
Let us marvel at your mercy each day and send us out as people who have been made whole,
ready to serve and praise you in all we do through Christ our Lord.
Amen

Gracious God, you inspire us with your Spirit,
granting wisdom, skill, and understanding to accomplish every good work you have prepared for us.
As you filled Bezalel and Oholiab with creative gifts for your sanctuary,
so fill us with your grace, that we may use our talents for your glory.
Remind us that we were once far off, but now, by your mercy, we are brought near through Christ.
Make us living examples of your handiwork, created anew in Jesus
for the good works you have called us to do.
Through him who unites us and gives life, Jesus Christ our Lord.
Amen

God of all goodness, we thank you for your steadfast love
and the gift of contentment that comes from trusting in you.
As we step into the week ahead, fill our hearts with gratitude for your daily mercies
and guide our steps in faith.
Help us to seek your will above all else, to be generous with what we have,
and to find joy in serving others.
Keep us mindful of your presence and faithful to your call,
so that our lives may reflect your grace and hope,
through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Amen

God of peace, you have made us one family in Christ,
called us from many traditions, and sent us to serve together in your world.
Grant us, we pray, the courage to keep our covenant, the grace to forgive and heal,
and the hope to persevere in faith,
through Jesus Christ our Lord.
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God of grace and mercy,
we thank you for disregarding our foolishness and teaching us your holy wisdom.
Instil in us the faith and love that are in Christ Jesus,
who rejoices whenever what was lost is found.
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Gracious God, you call us to follow your Son with open hearts and willing spirits,
and to forgive as we have been forgiven.
Send your Holy Spirit to guide our steps, so that we may walk in the costly way of love,
welcoming one another as brothers and sisters in Christ.
Grant us courage to surrender what holds us back, and faith to trust your grace each day,
through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Amen