Praise the Lord
let us praise the Lord
in prayer and petition
in song and silence
in awe and wonder
let us praise the Lord
The Lord who is our refuge and strength
For God will not forsake nor leave us
God guides us and leads us
even when we cannot fathom the path before us
God leads us gently on the paths of righteousness
Loving God
lead us this day
show us who you need us to bless
reveal to us your presence with us this day
let you face shine upon us
and grant us your steadfast love
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Loving One
send the Holy Spirit into our hearts and minds this day
may she dwell in us, bringing comfort and support
challenge and wisdom
blessing and love
for us and those we are called to serve
through the Spirit’s blessing in this time of worship, may our prayers and praise be a holy, living sacrifice, from us your holy people
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Holy One
though we are precious to you
made holy through your indwelling with us
we know we have fallen short of your glory
and we hide our faces from you,
in shame for the things we have said and failed to say
in shame for the things we have done and failed to do
which bring pain, rather than blessing
In your great mercy and love
cleanse us from these, and all our sins, that we may rise forgiven, becoming your holy priesthood
through Christ Jesus we pray
Amen