Intercessory Prayer

As we gather together this evening in the peace of Christ, we raise our voices and prayers to God, creator of all saying:
Lord, hear and have mercy.

In the stillness of this night, we remember the Apostles and Martyrs and all who have served Christ’s Church in every age. Giving thanks for all the saints, and asking for the courage and wisdom to follow in their footsteps.
Let us pray to the Lord.
Lord, hear and have mercy.

In our world filled with intolerance, injustice, ignorance and greed, we pray for a spirit of respect and reconciliation to grow among nations and peoples. We pray for wisdom and guidance for the leaders of all nations. We pray for those vying for our votes in the upcoming federal election. May they be guided by a sense of justice, fairness and equality as they strive to lead our nation onward.
Let us pray to the Lord
Lord, hear and have mercy.

Lord, bless those who strive for peace, walk with those who are persecuted and in danger. Strengthen the weak and uplift the lonely.
And here, in this moment we offer you our prayers either aloud or in the silence of our hearts.
SILENCE
For all this, let us pray to the Lord.
Lord, hear and have mercy.

We pray for ourselves, for a sense of satisfaction and fulfillment in our understanding and in our work. For peace and fulfillment in our homes and in our relationships. You alone know our fears and our needs. Send us your peace and bring comfort and healing. For the grace to forgive those who have hurt us and for the humility to ask forgiveness of those we have hurt.
Let us pray to the Lord:
Lord, hear and have mercy.

God of light, teach us to love each other as you love us, that we may bring peace and joy to the world, and rejoice in the kingdom of your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord
Amen