Prayer of the Church
Fifth Sunday of Easter (Cantate)
28 April 2024
Gracious Lord, You have revealed Your righteousness in the sight of the nations: Christ Jesus, Your holy arm. By His death and resurrection, You have worked salvation. Strengthen the song of Your Church. Give skill to musicians and poets, and give boldness to Your congregation in this and every place to sing the eternally new song of Christ. Lord, in Your mercy, hear our prayer.
You have promised the gift of Your Spirit to make known to us all truth and to keep us in Your Word. Grant to us, O Lord, faithful pastors who will teach Your Word and devoted church workers who will serve us in Your name. Bless those preparing for church work vocations, and inspire many to follow Your call. Lord, in Your mercy, hear our prayer.
Father of lights, every good and perfect gift comes down from You. By Your Spirit, put away from our families and communities every hasty or harsh word, together with all filthiness and rampant wickedness, and instead give us patience and humility toward our neighbors. Since You have brought us forth by the Word of Your truth, so let us speak truthfully with one another in meekness as beloved brothers. Lord, in Your mercy, hear our prayer.
Almighty God, Your Son acknowledged Satan as ruler of this world and its ways, yet one whose reign is judged and whose time is short. Beat back his lies and deadly work, that the order of Your creation may be seen. Give us good government and leaders who are both honest and faithful. Even so, let us look eagerly for Your Sonâs return, and let that be quickly. Lord, in Your mercy, hear our prayer.
Hear the prayers of intercession we offer in the unity of Your Holy Spirit, our advocate and comforter. Lord, in Your mercy, hear our prayer.
Lord, send Your Holy Spirit upon Your faithful people, that convicted of their sin they may also be convinced that the righteousness of Christ is theirs, and in such repentance and faith receive the things of Christ declared in this Supper: His holy body and precious blood for the forgiveness of sins. Unite us by Your Spirit of truth in faith and confession, and comfort us with the knowledge that this worldâs prince is judged. Lord, in Your mercy, hear our prayer.
Dear Father, sorrow filled the hearts of the 12 at the thought of Christâs ascension. Help us, rather, to rejoice that He sits on heavenâs throne and reigns among saints and angels. Comfort us in this communion of saints, until at last we join with them in Your glory. Lord, in Your mercy, hear our prayer.
All these things and whatever else You know that we need, grant us, Father, for the sake of Him who died and rose again and now lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God forever. Amen.
God, please bless America!
Heavenly God Almighty,
You tell us to ânot be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.â (Philippians 4:6). We thank and praise You our God, You are faithful and trustworthy, full of love, grace and mercy. Lead and grant Your wisdom to those who lead, legislate and judge in this and other countries. Heal, comfort, and restore those suffering from weather, diseases, fires, warfare, accidents and other difficult situations. Protect our military, our first responders, and medical personnel, our volunteers and citizens, and the people throughout the world. Fill governmental offices with worthy men and women. We pray these things as well as those that are unspoken in the strong and saving name of Jesus Christ. Amen!