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I join with all who are praying *
to the Father, through the Son, in the power of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Opening Prayer
Yes, Lord, what God is like you? *
We thank you for Christ, who on the cross has destroyed our sin!
We thank you because you have drawn all men to Him. *
We thank you because you now pour out on Jerusalem, on your people, a mighty stream of grace and consolation.
- Fr. Raniero Cantalamessa
Observe a time of silence before the Lord
(1 – 5 minutes)
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Scriptural Theme
You turn midnight into dawn and darken day into night.
Sing to the Lord a song of praise
(acapella, or accompanied by instruments / recorded music)
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Praying Amos 5:8 (New International Version)
He who made the Pleiades and Orion, who turns midnight into dawn and darkens day into night, who calls for the waters of the sea and pours them out over the face of the land -- the LORD is his name.
Response to the Scripture
How many are your wonders, Oh Lord! We give you thanks for your goodness, wisdom and power.
Draw near to God’s throne of grace
with the thanksgivings, prayers, & intercessions that are on your heart
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The Spirit and the Bride say *
“Come!”
Even so, Lord Jesus, come quickly. *
You turn midnight into dawn and darken day into night.
Praise / prayer / silence / sing a new song
(follow the leading of the Holy Spirit)
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Ending Prayer
Lord, give me I pray: *
A remembering heart for the things that have happened
An attentive heart to what I have heard
A forgiving heart for what has hurt
A grateful heart for what has blessed
A brave heart for what may be required
An open heart to all that may come
A trusting heart to go forth with You
A loving heart for You and all Your creation
A longing heart for the reconciliation of all things
A willing heart to say “Yes” to what You will
- Leighton Ford
In the name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen.
( Adapted by Christ the Reconciler from Season 8: Thanksgiving Bridge Prayer – “God's Abundant Provision & Protection” )