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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
Lord Jesus, who prayed that we might all be one, we pray to you for the unity of Christians, according to Your will, according to Your means. *
May Your Spirit enable us to experience the suffering caused by division, to see our sin, and to hope beyond all hope.
Amen
- Paul Couturier
Observe a time of silence before the Lord
(1 – 5 minutes)
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Scriptural Theme
Forgive as the Lord forgave you. And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity.
Sing to the Lord a song of praise
(acapella, or accompanied by instruments / recorded music)
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Praying Colossians 3:12-15 (New International Version)
Therefore, as God's chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. *
Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity. Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace, and be thankful.
Response to the Scripture
Where love and charity abide, that is where God dwells.
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. *
Forgive as the Lord forgave you. And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity.
Praise / prayer / silence / sing a new song
(follow the leading of the Holy Spirit)
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Ending Prayer
Lord, let our memory provide no shelter for grievance against each other.
Lord, let our heart provide no harbour for hatred of each other.
Lord, let our tongue be no accomplice in the judgment of another.
- Celtic Daily Prayer
In the name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen.
( Adapted by Christ the Reconciler from Season 7: Reconciliation Bridge Prayer – “Entering into the Unity of the Trinity” )