32 Prayers of Great Traditions
I pray for my church and for the Church of Christ in all places......
In your mercy, Lord, hear the cries of the suffering Church, which
rise to you night and day from many places. Undo the work of those
who plan evil, comfort Christian communities in distress and by the
power of your love, overcoming persecution and fear, may they stand
strong in faith and patience till your justice comes, through Christ
our Lord. Amen.
I pray for those in authority and for the needs of the world......
Glorious God, you oppose the proud and give grace to the humble:
teach those who rule over us the way of true humility, in the pattern
of Jesus Christ your only Son. Turn their hearts to service and
compassion and, in the difficult choices of government, show them
the way of wisdom for the benefit of all, through Christ our Lord.
Amen.^114
Our Father......
Conclusion
Almighty Father, let the wonder of your truth direct my mind this
day. As I live in the light of your commandments, perfectly revealed
in Jesus Christ, help me to follow his way in the power of the Holy
Spirit, for the glory of your name. Amen.
Lord my God, bless all I do during this day and keep me from harm.
Lead me through Jesus Christ to eternal life. Amen.