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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
Let all creation rejoice before the Lord, for he comes, he comes to judge the earth.
Sing to the Lord a song of praise
(acapella, or accompanied by instruments / recorded music)
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Praying Psalm 96:11-13 (New International Version)
Let the heavens rejoice, let the earth be glad; let the sea resound, and all that is in it. Let the fields be jubilant, and everything in them; let all the trees of the forest sing for joy. Let all creation rejoice before the LORD, for he comes - he comes to judge the earth. He will judge the world in righteousness and the peoples in his faithfulness.
Response to the Scripture
Let them give thanks to the LORD for his unfailing love and his wonderful deeds for mankind.
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. *
Let all creation rejoice before the Lord, for he comes, he comes to judge the earth.
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” )