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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
God is light; in him there is no darkness at all.
Sing to the Lord a song of praise
(acapella, or accompanied by instruments / recorded music)
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Praying 1 John 1:5-9 (New International Version)
This is the message we have heard from him and declare to you: God is light; in him there is no darkness at all. If we claim to have fellowship with him and yet walk in the darkness, we lie and do not live out the truth. But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus, his Son, purifies us from all sin.
If we claim to be without sin, we deceive ourselves and the truth is not in us. If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness. If we claim we have not sinned, we make him out to be a liar and his word is not in us.
Response to the Scripture
Lord, purify our hearts that we may look with joy on your coming.
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. *
God is light; in him there is no darkness at all.
Praise / prayer / silence / sing a new song
(follow the leading of the Holy Spirit)
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Ending Prayer
Oh my God, forgive what I have been, correct what I am, and direct what I shall be.
- St. Elizabeth Ann Seton
In the name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen.
( Adapted by Christ the Reconciler from Season 4: Lent Bridge Prayer – “The Joy of Repentance” )