62 Prayers of Great Traditions
I pray for all in authority and for the needs of the world......
Lord, when you inquire about and judge injustice – hear the
complaint of the poor. Rise up, Lord God, and lift your hand of
compassion. Do not forget the poor, but take each cause into your
hand, for the poor man commits himself to you. You are the helper
of the friendless – be so today, for Jesus Christ’s sake. Amen.^209
Our Father......
Conclusion
Lord God, let me hear your loving kindness this morning, as my trust
is in you. Show me the way I should walk today and all the days of my
life. I lift up my soul to you under the mercies of Jesus Christ. Amen.^210
The Evening Office
Preparation
Lord, I will praise you all my life, and lift up my hands in your
name. Satisfy me with the riches of mercy which are in Jesus Christ.
Amen.^211
The Psalm, or...
A day in your courts is better than a thousand elsewhere.^212The Word of God
Lord, teach me the way of your commands and I will keep it to the
end: I will keep it with my whole heart. Settle your word in me, so
that I will honour you, for the sake of Jesus Christ. Amen.^213