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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
To him who alone does great wonders, His love endures forever.
Sing to the Lord a song of praise
(acapella, or accompanied by instruments / recorded music)
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Praying Psalm 136 1-6 (New International Version)
Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good. *
His love endures forever.
Give thanks to the God of gods. *
His love endures forever.
Give thanks to the Lord of lords. *
His love endures forever.
To him who alone does great wonders, *
His love endures forever.
Who by his understanding made the heavens, *
His love endures forever.
Who spread out the earth upon the waters, *
His love endures forever.
Response to the Scripture
I will enter Your gates with thanksgiving in my heart; I will enter Your courts with praise. I will say, "This is the day that the LORD has made, I will rejoice for He has made me glad."
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. *
To him who alone does great wonders, His love endures forever.
Praise / prayer / silence / sing a new song
(follow the leading of the Holy Spirit)
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Ending Prayer
Lord Jesus Christ, son of God, thank you for making us your friend and for the grace to befriend the stranger and be reconciled to our enemy.
- John DelHousaye
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” )