Praying Luke 2:25-32

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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

Almighty God, on the day of Pentecost you opened the way of eternal life to every race and nation by the promised gift of your Holy Spirit:  *
Shed abroad this gift throughout the world by the preaching of the Gospel, that it may reach to the ends of the earth; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

- Anglican Book of Common Prayer

Observe a time of silence before the Lord
(1 – 5 minutes)

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Scriptural Theme

You have prepared your salvation in the presence of all peoples, a light for revelation to the Gentiles, and for glory to your people Israel.

Sing to the Lord a song of praise
(acapella, or accompanied by instruments / recorded music)

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Praying Luke 2:25-32 (English Standard Version)

Now there was a man in Jerusalem called Simeon, who was righteous and devout. He was waiting for the consolation of Israel, and the Holy Spirit was on him. It had been revealed to him by the Holy Spirit that he would not die before he had seen the Lord's Messiah. *
Moved by the Spirit, he went into the temple courts. When the parents brought in the child Jesus to do for him what the custom of the Law required, Simeon took him in his arms and praised God, saying: "Sovereign Lord, as you have promised, you may now dismiss your servant in peace. For my eyes have seen your salvation, which you have prepared in the sight of all nations: a light for revelation to the Gentiles, and the glory of your people Israel."

Response to the Scripture

Hope of all the ends of the earth, bright and morning star; rise like the day in our hearts. Come to weary hearts - come and stay.

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 have prepared your salvation in the presence of all peoples, a light for revelation to the Gentiles, and for glory to your people Israel.

Praise / prayer / silence / sing a new song

(follow the leading of the Holy Spirit)

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Ending Prayer

We sinners pray, hear us, Holy Spirit.

That you would take away from us all hatred and prejudice and whatever else hinders us from godly union and concord, *
that you would give us the gift of perseverance, that being faithful to the point of death, we may hereafter be glorified with Christ,

that you would bring new life to your Church, that reaching to the measure of the fullness of Christ, when he appears in glory at the end of time,  *
Hear us, good Lord.

- Litany of the Holy Spirit

In the name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen.

( Adapted by Christ the Reconciler from Season 6: Pentecost Bridge Prayer – “Global Evangelism and Revival” )

Praying Matthew 2:13-20

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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

O Jesu Christ, focus my attention on You.
O Son of Mary, be cradled in my heart.
O Most Holy, fix my mind and my heart's gaze upon You.

- Celtic Daily Prayer

Observe a time of silence before the Lord
(1 – 5 minutes)

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Scriptural Theme

Out of Egypt I called my son.

Sing to the Lord a song of praise
(acapella, or accompanied by instruments / recorded music)

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Praying Matthew 2:13-20 (English Standard Version)

When they had gone, an angel of the Lord appeared to Joseph in a dream. "Get up," he said, "take the child and his mother and escape to Egypt. Stay there until I tell you, for Herod is going to search for the child to kill him." *
So he got up, took the child and his mother during the night and left for Egypt, where he stayed until the death of Herod. And so was fulfilled what the Lord had said through the prophet: "Out of Egypt I called my son."

When Herod realized that he had been outwitted by the Magi, he was furious, and he gave orders to kill all the boys in Bethlehem and its vicinity who were two years old and under, in accordance with the time he had learned from the Magi. Then what was said through the prophet Jeremiah was fulfilled: "A voice is heard in Ramah, weeping and great mourning, Rachel weeping for her children and refusing to be comforted, because they are no more." *
After Herod died, an angel of the Lord appeared in a dream to Joseph in Egypt and said, "Get up, take the child and his mother and go to the land of Israel, for those who were trying to take the child's life are dead."

Response to the Scripture

Lo How a Rose e'er blooming, from tender stem hath sprung.  Of  Jesse's lineage coming as men of  old have sung.  It came a flower bright, amid the cold of  winter, when half  spent  was the night.

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. *
Out of Egypt I called my son.

Praise / prayer / silence / sing a new song

(follow the leading of the Holy Spirit)

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Ending Prayer

When God made man, he gave him all the earth,
All growing things, with every bird and beast;
Then Adam named them at the Lord’s command,
Subdued the greatest of them, and the least.

In his own image God created man,
And when from dust he fashioned Adam’s face,
The likeness of his only Son was formed:
His Word incarnate, filled with truth and grace.*
To God the Father and to Christ his Son
And blessed Spirit heaven and earth give praise.
Creation with tremendous voice cries out:
All holy is the mighty Lord of Days.

- Stanbrook Abbey Hymnal

In the name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen.

( Adapted by Christ the Reconciler from Season 2: Christmas Bridge Prayer – “The Joy of Longing Fulfilled” )

Praying Matthew 2:1-11

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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

Glad is the world and fair this night
With stars about its head,
And the hall is filled with laughter and light,
And fires are burning red.*
The bells of Paradise now ring
With bells of Christendom,
And Gloria, Gloria we will sing
That God on earth is come.

- JRR Tolkien

Observe a time of silence before the Lord
(1 – 5 minutes)

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Scriptural Theme

They saw the child with his mother Mary, and they bowed down and worshiped him.

Sing to the Lord a song of praise
(acapella, or accompanied by instruments / recorded music)

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Praying Matthew 2:1-11 (New International Version)

After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi from the east came to Jerusalem and asked, "Where is the one who has been born king of the Jews? We saw his star when it rose and have come to worship him." *
When King Herod heard this he was disturbed, and all Jerusalem with him. When he had called together all the people's chief priests and teachers of the law, he asked them where the Messiah was to be born. "In Bethlehem in Judea," they replied, "for this is what the prophet has written: 'But you, Bethlehem, in the land of Judah, are by no means least among the rulers of Judah; or out of you will come a ruler who will shepherd my people Israel.'"

Then Herod called the Magi secretly and found out from them the exact time the star had appeared. He sent them to Bethlehem and said, "Go and search carefully for the child. As soon as you find him, report to me, so that I too may go and worship him." After they had heard the king, they went on their way, and the star they had seen when it rose went ahead of them until it stopped over the place where the child was. *
When they saw the star, they were overjoyed. On coming to the house, they saw the child with his mother Mary, and they bowed down and worshiped him. Then they opened their treasures and presented him with gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh.

Response to the Scripture

Lo How a Rose e'er blooming, from tender stem hath sprung.  Of  Jesse's lineage coming as men of  old have sung.  It came a flower bright, amid the cold of  winter, when half  spent  was the night.

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. *
They saw the child with his mother Mary, and they bowed down and worshiped him.

Praise / prayer / silence / sing a new song

(follow the leading of the Holy Spirit)

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Ending Prayer

My lowly heart His manger bed
A place to lay His royal head,
Amidst the brokenness and strife
of my confused and empty life.

To bring His light, His hope, His gain
Into my life of guilt and pain,
To conquer all my fear and dread,
To come and be my Heavenly Bread.*
To shine His light on all that's true,
To feed and fill and make me new,
To give His Body for my own,
Flesh of His flesh, bone of His bone.

- Pat Bailey

In the name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen.

( Adapted by Christ the Reconciler from Season 2: Christmas Bridge Prayer – “The Joy of Longing Fulfilled” )

Praying Luke 2:1-14

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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

Deep in the night the voice of the waves on the shore announced to us:  Christ is born!  Son of the King of kings from the land of salvation, the mountains glowed to Him, the plains glowed to Him, then shone the sun on the mountains high to Him.  All hail, let there be joy.
God the Lord has opened a Door.  Christ of hope, Door of joy!  Son of Mary, hasten Thou to help me:  In me, Lord Christ, let there be joy.

- Celtic Daily Prayer

Observe a time of silence before the Lord
(1 – 5 minutes)

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Scriptural Theme

Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people.

Sing to the Lord a song of praise
(acapella, or accompanied by instruments / recorded music)

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Praying Luke 2:1-14 (New International Version - 1984)

And it came to pass in those days that a decree went out from Caesar Augustus that all the world should be registered. This census first took place while Quirinius was governing Syria. So all went to be registered, everyone to his own city. *
Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judea, to the city of David, which is called Bethlehem, because he was of the house and lineage of David, to be registered with Mary, his betrothed wife, who was with child. So it was, that while they were there, the days were completed for her to be delivered. And she brought forth her firstborn Son, and wrapped Him in swaddling cloths, and laid Him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn.

Now there were in the same country shepherds living out in the fields, keeping watch over their flock by night. And behold, an angel of the Lord stood before them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were greatly afraid. Then the angel said to them, *
"Do not be afraid, for behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy which will be to all people. For there is born to you this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. And this will be the sign to you: You will find a Babe wrapped in swaddling cloths, lying in a manger."

And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God and saying: *
"Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to men on whom God's favor rests."

Response to the Scripture

Lo How a Rose e'er blooming, from tender stem hath sprung.  Of  Jesse's lineage coming as men of  old have sung.  It came a flower bright, amid the cold of  winter, when half  spent  was the night.

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. *
Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people.

Praise / prayer / silence / sing a new song

(follow the leading of the Holy Spirit)

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Ending Prayer

Almighty God, give us grace that we may cast away the works of darkness, and put upon us the armour of light, now in the time of this mortal life in which thy Son Jesus Christ came to visit us in great humility; that in the last day, when he shall come again in his glorious majesty to judge both the quick and the dead, we may rise to the life immortal; through him who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Ghost, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

- Anglican Book of Common Prayer

In the name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen.

( Adapted by Christ the Reconciler from Season 2: Christmas Bridge Prayer – “The Joy of Longing Fulfilled” )

Praying Matthew 1:18-25

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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

All hail!  Let there be joy!  Hail to the King, hail to the King, blessed is He, blessed is He.
The peace of earth to Him; the joy of heaven to Him.  The homage of a King be His, King of all victory; the welcome of a Lamb be His, Lamb of all glory:  the Son of glory down from on high.  All hail, let there be joy.

- Celtic Daily Prayer

Observe a time of silence before the Lord
(1 – 5 minutes)

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Scriptural Theme

She will give birth to a son, and you are to name him Yeshua, because he will save his people from their sins.

Sing to the Lord a song of praise
(acapella, or accompanied by instruments / recorded music)

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Praying Matthew 1:18-25 (Complete Jewish Bible)

Here is how the birth of Yeshua the Messiah took place. When his mother Miryam was engaged to Yosef, before they were married, she was found to be pregnant from the Ruach HaKodesh. Her husband-to-be, Yosef, was a man who did what was right; so he made plans to break the engagement quietly, rather than put her to public shame. But while he was thinking about this, an angel of Adonai appeared to him in a dream and said, *
"Yosef, son of David, do not be afraid to take Miryam home with you as your wife; for what has been conceived in her is from the Ruach HaKodesh. She will give birth to a son, and you are to name him Yeshua, (which means 'YHWH' saves,) because he will save his people from their sins."

All this happened in order to fulfill what Adonai had said through the prophet, *
"The virgin will conceive and bear a son, and they will call him 'Immanu El.'" (The name means, "God is with us.")

When Yosef awoke he did what the angel of Adonai had told him to do -- he took Miryam home to be his wife, but he did not consummate their marriage until she had given birth to a son, and he named him Yeshua.

Response to the Scripture

Lo How a Rose e'er blooming, from tender stem hath sprung.  Of  Jesse's lineage coming as men of  old have sung.  It came a flower bright, amid the cold of  winter, when half  spent  was the night.

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. *
She will give birth to a son, and you are to name him Yeshua, because he will save his people from their sins.

Praise / prayer / silence / sing a new song

(follow the leading of the Holy Spirit)

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Ending Prayer

Christ as a light, illumine and guide me. Christ as a shield, overshadow me.
Christ under me, Christ over me, Christ beside me, on my left and my right.
This day be within and without me, lowly and meek, yet all powerful.
Be in the heart of each to whom I speak, and in the mouth of each who speaks unto me.
This day be within and without me, lowly and meek, yet all powerful.
Christ as a light, Christ as a shield, Christ beside me, on my left and my right.

- Traditional

In the name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen.

( Adapted by Christ the Reconciler from Season 2: Christmas Bridge Prayer – “The Joy of Longing Fulfilled” )

Praying Isaiah 26:16-19

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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

Everlasting God, as our hearts yearn and groan within us waiting for the fullness of your kingdom, help us to pray, help us to wait, help us to not be misled by deception, but with undivided hearts look for the true light of your coming.

- Christ the Reconciler

Observe a time of silence before the Lord
(1 – 5 minutes)

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Scriptural Theme

The earth will give birth to her dead.

Sing to the Lord a song of praise
(acapella, or accompanied by instruments / recorded music)

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Praying Isaiah 26:16-19 (New International Version)

LORD, they came to you in their distress; when you disciplined them, they could barely whisper a prayer. As a pregnant woman about to give birth writhes and cries out in her pain, so were we in your presence, LORD.

We were with child, we writhed in labor, but we gave birth to wind. We have not brought salvation to the earth; we have not given birth to the people of the world. *
But your dead will live, LORD; their bodies will rise - let those who dwell in the dust wake up and shout for joy - your dew is like the dew of the morning; the earth will give birth to her dead.

Response to the Scripture

Hope of all the ends of the earth, bright and morning star; rise like the day in our hearts. Come to weary hearts - come and stay.

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. *
The earth will give birth to her dead.

Praise / prayer / silence / sing a new song

(follow the leading of the Holy Spirit)

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Ending Praye 

All-powerful God, increase our will for doing good that Christ may find an eager welcome when he comes to call us to his side in the kingdom of heaven, where he lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever.

- A Prayer Book of Catholic Devotions

In the name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen.

( Adapted by Christ the Reconciler from Season 1: Advent Bridge Prayer – “Longing for the Messiah to come” )

Praying Isaiah 11:6-12

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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

Your joy, Abba, is inexhaustible! No wonder you love children so dearly. Children quickly and easily respond to your joy.

Your joy is pure and deep. It comes from beyond the soul. It rises from the depth of your being. This joy can wash away darkness. *
Abba, let that joy flow under the doorways of hearts. Let it wash over the retaining walls of minds. Let your joy drench the heart, mind and spirit of those who are suffering in isolation this Advent season.

Lord, make known to them how your joy is their joy. And your joy dissolves even the heaviest of hearts – it overcomes the loneliest souls. Your joy is heartfelt and honest. Your joy can be trusted. *
Bring them out of isolation and hopelessness to be drenched in your joy!

- Byron Easterling

Observe a time of silence before the Lord
(1 – 5 minutes)

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Scriptural Theme

The earth will be filled with the knowledge of the LORD as the waters cover the sea.

Sing to the Lord a song of praise
(acapella, or accompanied by instruments / recorded music)

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Praying Isaiah 11:6-12 (New International Version)

The wolf will live with the lamb, the leopard will lie down with the goat, the calf and the lion and the yearling together; and a little child will lead them. The cow will feed with the bear, their young will lie down together, and the lion will eat straw like the ox. The infant will play near the cobra's den, and the young child will put its hand into the viper's nest. They will neither harm nor destroy on all my holy mountain, for the earth will be filled with the knowledge of the LORD as the waters cover the sea.

In that day the Root of Jesse will stand as a banner for the peoples; the nations will rally to him, and his resting place will be glorious. In that day the LORD will reach out his hand a second time to reclaim the surviving remnant of his people from Assyria, from Lower Egypt, from Upper Egypt, from Cush, from Elam, from Babylonia, from Hamath and from the islands of the Mediterranean. *
He will raise a banner for the nations and gather the exiles of Israel; he will assemble the scattered people of Judah from the four quarters of the earth.

Response to the Scripture

You will pour out Your Spirit on all flesh, and everyone who calls on the name of  the LORD will be saved.

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. *
The earth will be filled with the knowledge of the LORD as the waters cover the sea.

Praise / prayer / silence / sing a new song

(follow the leading of the Holy Spirit)

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Ending Prayer

O my soul, be mindful of that awesome day, and wake up and light your lamp with the oil of joy, for you do not know when the voice will call upon you saying: "Behold, the Bridegroom is coming."

So, take heed, my soul, not to fall asleep, lest you stand outside knocking like the five foolish virgins. But watch, entreating that you may meet Christ the Lord with rich oil, and He may grant you the wedding of His true and heavenly glory.

- The Agpeya of the Coptic Church

In the name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen.

( Adapted by Christ the Reconciler from Season 1: Advent Bridge Prayer – “Longing for the Messiah to come” )

Praying Isaiah 11:1-5

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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

O God, who didst reveal Thyself to us in the birth of Thy Son in human flesh, make us to tremble at the thought of Thy divine incarnation. May we, like Mary, receive the light of Thy Word with wondrous awe. We beseech you O Lord, in this advent season, to stir up in us reverence and admiration for Thy Christ child. May we never forget the greatness of Thy divine power, providence and love. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.

- Christ Church Austin - 2011 Advent Liturgy

Observe a time of silence before the Lord
(1 – 5 minutes)

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Scriptural Theme

A shoot will come up from the stump of Jesse; from his roots a Branch will bear fruit.

Sing to the Lord a song of praise
(acapella, or accompanied by instruments / recorded music)

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Praying Isaiah 11:1-5 (New International Version)

A shoot will come up from the stump of Jesse; from his roots a Branch will bear fruit. The Spirit of the LORD will rest on him - the Spirit of wisdom and of understanding, the Spirit of counsel and of might, the Spirit of the knowledge and fear of the LORD - and he will delight in the fear of the LORD.

He will not judge by what he sees with his eyes, or decide by what he hears with his ears; but with righteousness he will judge the needy, with justice he will give decisions for the poor of the earth. *
He will strike the earth with the rod of his mouth; with the breath of his lips he will slay the wicked. Righteousness will be his belt and faithfulness the sash around his waist.

Response to the Scripture

For unto us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be upon his shoulders.

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. *
A shoot will come up from the stump of Jesse; from his roots a Branch will bear fruit.

Praise / prayer / silence / sing a new song

(follow the leading of the Holy Spirit)

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Ending Prayer

Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, ever faithful to your promises, your faithful people rejoice in hope of the Saviour's coming and look forward with longing to his return at the end of the age. *
Help us to drink of this truth and expand our hearts with the joy of his promises, so that we may serve you in constant hope. We ask this through the same Christ our Lord. Amen.

- Fr. Peter Hocken, Litany of the Coming of the King in Glory

In the name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen.

( Adapted by Christ the Reconciler from Season 1: Advent Bridge Prayer – “Longing for the Messiah to come” )

Praying Revelation 6:9-11

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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

As we prepare our house for the coming Christmas season, we would also prepare our hearts for the returning Christ. *
You came once for your people, O Lord, and you will come for us again.

Though there was no room at the inn
to receive you upon your first arrival,

We would prepare you room
here in our hearts
and here in our home,
Lord Christ.

- Every Moment Holy

Observe a time of silence before the Lord
(1 – 5 minutes)

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Scriptural Theme

I saw under the altar the souls of those who had been slain because of the word of God and the testimony they had maintained.

Sing to the Lord a song of praise
(acapella, or accompanied by instruments / recorded music)

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Praying Revelation 6:9-11 (New International Version)

When he opened the fifth seal, I saw under the altar the souls of those who had been slain because of the word of God and the testimony they had maintained. They called out in a loud voice, "How long, Sovereign Lord, holy and true, until you judge the inhabitants of the earth and avenge our blood?"

Then each of them was given a white robe, and they were told to wait a little longer, until the full number of their fellow servants, their brothers and sisters, were killed just as they had been.

Response to the Scripture

O come, Desire of Nations, bind
As one the hearts of all mankind;
Bid Thou our sad divisions cease
And be to us our prince of peace.
Rejoice! Rejoice!
Emmanuel shall come to Thee, O Israel

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. *
I saw under the altar the souls of those who had been slain because of the word of God and the testimony they had maintained.

Praise / prayer / silence / sing a new song

(follow the leading of the Holy Spirit)

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Ending Prayer

As we decorate our tree, and as we
feast and laugh and sing together,
we are rehearsing our coming joy!

We are making ready to receive the one
who has already, with open arms, received us!*
We would prepare you room
here in our hearts
and here in our home,
Lord Christ.

Now we celebrate your first coming,
Immanuel, even as we long for your return.
O Prince of Peace, our elder brother,
return soon.*
We miss you so!

- Every Moment Holy

In the name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen.

( Adapted by Christ the Reconciler from Season 1: Advent Bridge Prayer – “Longing for the Messiah to come” )

Praying Isaiah 26:9

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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

He shall rule from sea to sea, and from the River to the ends of the earth. All kings shall pay Him homage, all nations shall serve Him. *
Alleluia, alleluia.

His dominion is an everlasting dominion that shall not be taken away: and His kingdom shall not be destroyed. *
Alleluia.

- Catholic Rite of Christ the King

Observe a time of silence before the Lord
(1 – 5 minutes)

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Scriptural Theme

My soul yearns for you in the night; in the morning my spirit longs for you.

Sing to the Lord a song of praise
(acapella, or accompanied by instruments / recorded music)

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Praying Isaiah 26:9 (New International Version)

My soul yearns for you in the night; in the morning my spirit longs for you. When your judgments come upon the earth, the people of the world learn righteousness.

Response to the Scripture

O come, Thou Rod of Jesse, free
Thine own from satan's tyranny;
From depths of hell, Thy people save
And give them victory o'er the grave.
Rejoice! Rejoice!
Emmanuel shall come to Thee, O Israel

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. *
My soul yearns for you in the night; in the morning my spirit longs for you.

Praise / prayer / silence / sing a new song

(follow the leading of the Holy Spirit)

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Ending Prayer

King of Glory, come and finish Your work in our cities, our peoples and our nations.  We lift our voices in unison with believers from the Middle East and Europe, from North and South America, and from Australia and the Pacific Islands - together we cry: *
"Lift up your heads, O you gates! Be lifted up ancient doors so that the King of Glory may come in!"

As Your deeds increase throughout the earth, and as Your blessings abound to all the nations, they will seek You, asking: *
"Who is this King of glory?"

Together we will answer: *
"He is the Lord Almighty!  Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord!"

Come fill the earth with Your glory as the waters cover the sea. The Spirit and the Bride say: *
"Amen! Come Lord Jesus!"

- Global Day of Prayer 2009

In the name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen.

( Adapted by Christ the Reconciler from Season 1: Advent Bridge Prayer – “Longing for the Messiah to come” )

Praying Job 19:25-27

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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

Everlasting God, as our hearts yearn and groan within us waiting for the fullness of your kingdom, help us to pray, help us to wait, help us to not be misled by deception, but with undivided hearts look for the true light of your coming.

- Christ the Reconciler

Observe a time of silence before the Lord
(1 – 5 minutes)

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Scriptural Theme

I know that my redeemer lives, and that in the end he will stand on the earth.

Sing to the Lord a song of praise
(acapella, or accompanied by instruments / recorded music)

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Praying Job 19:25-27 (New International Version)

I know that my redeemer lives, and that in the end he will stand on the earth. And after my skin has been destroyed, yet in my flesh I will see God; I myself will see him with my own eyes - I, and not another. How my heart yearns within me!

Response to the Scripture

O come, Thou Dayspring, come and cheer
Our spirits by Thine advent here;
Disperse the gloomy clouds of  night
And death's dark shadows put to flight.
Rejoice! Rejoice! Emmanuel shall come to Thee, O Israel.

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. *
I know that my redeemer lives, and that in the end he will stand on the earth.

Praise / prayer / silence / sing a new song

(follow the leading of the Holy Spirit)

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Ending Prayer

All-powerful God, increase our will for doing good that Christ may find an eager welcome when he comes to call us to his side in the kingdom of heaven, where he lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever.

- A Prayer Book of Catholic Devotions

In the name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen.

( Adapted by Christ the Reconciler from Season 1: Advent Bridge Prayer – “Longing for the Messiah to come” )

Praying Song of Songs 3:1-2

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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

Your joy, Abba, is inexhaustible! No wonder you love children so dearly. Children quickly and easily respond to your joy.

Your joy is pure and deep. It comes from beyond the soul. It rises from the depth of your being. This joy can wash away darkness. *
Abba, let that joy flow under the doorways of hearts. Let it wash over the retaining walls of minds. Let your joy drench the heart, mind and spirit of those who are suffering in isolation this Advent season.

Lord, make known to them how your joy is their joy. And your joy dissolves even the heaviest of hearts – it overcomes the loneliest souls. Your joy is heartfelt and honest. Your joy can be trusted. *
Bring them out of isolation and hopelessness to be drenched in your joy!

- Byron Easterling

Observe a time of silence before the Lord
(1 – 5 minutes)

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Scriptural Theme

I will search for the one my heart loves.

Sing to the Lord a song of praise
(acapella, or accompanied by instruments / recorded music)

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Praying Song of Songs 3:1-2 (New International Version)

All night long on my bed I looked for the one my heart loves; I looked for him but did not find him. I will get up now and go about the city, through its streets and squares; I will search for the one my heart loves. So I looked for him but did not find him.

Response to the Scripture

O come, O come, Thou Lord of  Might,
As to Thy tribes on Sinai's height
In ancient times didst give the law
In cloud and majesty and awe
Rejoice! Rejoice! Emmanuel shall come to Thee, O Israel.

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. *
I will search for the one my heart loves.

Praise / prayer / silence / sing a new song

(follow the leading of the Holy Spirit)

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Ending Prayer

O my soul, be mindful of that awesome day, and wake up and light your lamp with the oil of joy, for you do not know when the voice will call upon you saying: "Behold, the Bridegroom is coming."

So, take heed, my soul, not to fall asleep, lest you stand outside knocking like the five foolish virgins. But watch, entreating that you may meet Christ the Lord with rich oil, and He may grant you the wedding of His true and heavenly glory.

- The Agpeya of the Coptic Church

In the name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen.

( Adapted by Christ the Reconciler from Season 1: Advent Bridge Prayer – “Longing for the Messiah to come” )

Praying Matthew 9:14-16

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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

O God, who didst reveal Thyself to us in the birth of Thy Son in human flesh, make us to tremble at the thought of Thy divine incarnation. May we, like Mary, receive the light of Thy Word with wondrous awe. We beseech you O Lord, in this advent season, to stir up in us reverence and admiration for Thy Christ child. May we never forget the greatness of Thy divine power, providence and love. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.

- Christ Church Austin - 2011 Advent Liturgy

Observe a time of silence before the Lord
(1 – 5 minutes)

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Scriptural Theme

How can the guests of the bridegroom mourn while he is with them?

Sing to the Lord a song of praise
(acapella, or accompanied by instruments / recorded music)

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Praying Matthew 9:14-16 (New International Version)

Then John's disciples came and asked him, "How is it that we and the Pharisees fast often, but your disciples do not fast?" *
Jesus answered, "How can the guests of the bridegroom mourn while he is with them? The time will come when the bridegroom will be taken from them; then they will fast. No one sews a patch of unshrunk cloth on an old garment, for the patch will pull away from the garment, making the tear worse. Neither do people pour new wine into old wineskins. If they do, the skins will burst; the wine will run out and the wineskins will be ruined. No, they pour new wine into new wineskins, and both are preserved."

Response to the Scripture

O come thou, Wisdom from on high
And order all things far and nigh;
To us the path of knowledge show
And lead us in her ways to go.
Rejoice! Rejoice! Emmanuel shall come to Thee, O Israel

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. *
How can the guests of the bridegroom mourn while he is with them?

Praise / prayer / silence / sing a new song

(follow the leading of the Holy Spirit)

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Ending Prayer

Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, ever faithful to your promises, your faithful people rejoice in hope of the Saviour's coming and look forward with longing to his return at the end of the age. *
Help us to drink of this truth and expand our hearts with the joy of his promises, so that we may serve you in constant hope. We ask this through the same Christ our Lord. Amen.

- Fr. Peter Hocken, Litany of the Coming of the King in Glory

In the name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen.

( Adapted by Christ the Reconciler from Season 1: Advent Bridge Prayer – “Longing for the Messiah to come” )

Praying John 16:20-22

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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

As we prepare our house for the coming Christmas season, we would also prepare our hearts for the returning Christ. *
You came once for your people, O Lord, and you will come for us again.

Though there was no room at the inn
to receive you upon your first arrival,

We would prepare you room
here in our hearts
and here in our home,
Lord Christ.

- Every Moment Holy

Observe a time of silence before the Lord
(1 – 5 minutes)

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Scriptural Theme

Very truly I tell you, you will weep and mourn while the world rejoices. You will grieve, but your grief will turn to joy.

Sing to the Lord a song of praise
(acapella, or accompanied by instruments / recorded music)

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Praying John 16:20-22 (New International Version)

Very truly I tell you, you will weep and mourn while the world rejoices. You will grieve, but your grief will turn to joy.

A woman giving birth to a child has pain because her time has come; but when her baby is born she forgets the anguish because of her joy that a child is born into the world. *
So also with you: Now is your time of grief, but I will see you again and you will rejoice, and no one will take away your joy.

Response to the Scripture

Hope of all the ends of the earth, bright and morning star; rise like the day in our hearts. Come to weary hearts - come and stay.

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. *
Very truly I tell you, you will weep and mourn while the world rejoices. You will grieve, but your grief will turn to joy.

Praise / prayer / silence / sing a new song

(follow the leading of the Holy Spirit)

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Ending Prayer

As we decorate our tree, and as we
feast and laugh and sing together,
we are rehearsing our coming joy!

We are making ready to receive the one
who has already, with open arms, received us!*
We would prepare you room
here in our hearts
and here in our home,
Lord Christ.

Now we celebrate your first coming,
Immanuel, even as we long for your return.
O Prince of Peace, our elder brother,
return soon.*
We miss you so!

- Every Moment Holy

In the name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen.

( Adapted by Christ the Reconciler from Season 1: Advent Bridge Prayer – “Longing for the Messiah to come” )

Praying Isaiah 66:7-11

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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

Everlasting God, as our hearts yearn and groan within us waiting for the fullness of your kingdom, help us to pray, help us to wait, help us to not be misled by deception, but with undivided hearts look for the true light of your coming.

- Christ the Reconciler

Observe a time of silence before the Lord

(1 – 5 minutes)

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Scriptural Theme

"Do I bring to the moment of birth and not give delivery?" says the LORD. "Do I close up the womb when I bring to delivery?"

Sing to the Lord a song of praise

(acapella, or accompanied by instruments / recorded music)

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Praying Isaiah 66:7-11 (New International Version)

Before she goes into labor, she gives birth; before the pains come upon her, she delivers a son.

Who has ever heard of such things? Who has ever seen things like this? Can a country be born in a day or a nation be brought forth in a moment? Yet no sooner is Zion in labor than she gives birth to her children. *

"Do I bring to the moment of birth and not give delivery?" says the LORD. "Do I close up the womb when I bring to delivery?" says your God. "Rejoice with Jerusalem and be glad for her, all you who love her; rejoice greatly with her, all you who mourn over her.

For you will nurse and be satisfied at her comforting breasts; you will drink deeply and delight in her overflowing abundance."

Response to the Scripture

Hope of all the ends of the earth, bright and morning star; rise like the day in our hearts. Come to weary hearts - come and stay.

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. *

"Do I bring to the moment of birth and not give delivery?" says the LORD. "Do I close up the womb when I bring to delivery?"

Praise / prayer / silence / sing a new song

(follow the leading of the Holy Spirit)

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Ending Prayer

All-powerful God, increase our will for doing good that Christ may find an eager welcome when he comes to call us to his side in the kingdom of heaven, where he lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever.

- A Prayer Book of Catholic Devotions

In the name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen.

( Adapted by Christ the Reconciler from Season 1: Advent Bridge Prayer – “Longing for the Messiah to come” )

Praying 2 Corinthians 5:4

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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

Everlasting God, as our hearts yearn and groan within us waiting for the fullness of your kingdom, help us to pray, help us to wait, help us to not be misled by deception, but with undivided hearts look for the true light of your coming.

- Christ the Reconciler

Observe a time of silence before the Lord
(1 – 5 minutes)

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Scriptural Theme

For while we are in this tent, we groan and are burdened, because we do not wish to be unclothed but to be clothed instead with our heavenly dwelling.

Sing to the Lord a song of praise
(acapella, or accompanied by instruments / recorded music)

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Praying 2 Corinthians 5:4 (New International Version)

For while we are in this tent, we groan and are burdened, because we do not wish to be unclothed but to be clothed instead with our heavenly dwelling, so that what is mortal may be swallowed up by life.

Response to the Scripture

Hope of all the ends of the earth, bright and morning star; rise like the day in our hearts. Come to weary hearts - come and stay.

Draw near to God’s throne of grace
with the thanksgivings, prayers, & intercessions that are on your heart

🔔

The Spirit and the Bride say *
“Come!”

Even so, Lord Jesus, come quickly. *
For while we are in this tent, we groan and are burdened, because we do not wish to be unclothed but to be clothed instead with our heavenly dwelling.

Praise / prayer / silence / sing a new song

(follow the leading of the Holy Spirit)

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Ending Prayer

All-powerful God, increase our will for doing good that Christ may find an eager welcome when he comes to call us to his side in the kingdom of heaven, where he lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever.

- A Prayer Book of Catholic Devotions

In the name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen.

( Adapted by Christ the Reconciler from Season 1: Advent Bridge Prayer – “Longing for the Messiah to come” )

Praying Matthew 24:3-14

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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

Your joy, Abba, is inexhaustible! No wonder you love children so dearly. Children quickly and easily respond to your joy.

Your joy is pure and deep. It comes from beyond the soul. It rises from the depth of your being. This joy can wash away darkness. *
Abba, let that joy flow under the doorways of hearts. Let it wash over the retaining walls of minds. Let your joy drench the heart, mind and spirit of those who are suffering in isolation this Advent season.

Lord, make known to them how your joy is their joy. And your joy dissolves even the heaviest of hearts – it overcomes the loneliest souls. Your joy is heartfelt and honest. Your joy can be trusted. *
Bring them out of isolation and hopelessness to be drenched in your joy!

- Byron Easterling

Observe a time of silence before the Lord
(1 – 5 minutes)

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Scriptural Theme

All these are the beginning of birth pains.

Sing to the Lord a song of praise
(acapella, or accompanied by instruments / recorded music)

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Praying Matthew 24:3-14 (New International Version)

As Jesus was sitting on the Mount of Olives, the disciples came to him privately."Tell us," they said, "when will this happen, and what will be the sign of your coming and of the end of the age?" *
Jesus answered: "Watch out that no one deceives you. For many will come in my name, claiming, 'I am the Messiah,' and will deceive many. You will hear of wars and rumors of wars, but see to it that you are not alarmed. Such things must happen, but the end is still to come. Nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. There will be famines and earthquakes in various places. All these are the beginning of birth pains.

Then you will be handed over to be persecuted and put to death, and you will be hated by all nations because of me. At that time many will turn away from the faith and will betray and hate each other, and many false prophets will appear and deceive many people. Because of the increase of wickedness, the love of most will grow cold, *
but the one who stands firm to the end will be saved. And this gospel of the kingdom will be preached in the whole world as a testimony to all nations, and then the end will come."

Response to the Scripture

Hope of all the ends of the earth, bright and morning star; rise like the day in our hearts. Come to weary hearts - come and stay.

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. *
All these are the beginning of birth pains.

Praise / prayer / silence / sing a new song

(follow the leading of the Holy Spirit)

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Ending Prayer

O my soul, be mindful of that awesome day, and wake up and light your lamp with the oil of joy, for you do not know when the voice will call upon you saying: "Behold, the Bridegroom is coming."

So, take heed, my soul, not to fall asleep, lest you stand outside knocking like the five foolish virgins. But watch, entreating that you may meet Christ the Lord with rich oil, and He may grant you the wedding of His true and heavenly glory. *

- The Agpeya of the Coptic Church

In the name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen.

( Adapted by Christ the Reconciler from Season 1: Advent Bridge Prayer – “Longing for the Messiah to come” )

Praying Romans 8:22-23

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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

O God, who didst reveal Thyself to us in the birth of Thy Son in human flesh, make us to tremble at the thought of Thy divine incarnation. May we, like Mary, receive the light of Thy Word with wondrous awe. We beseech you O Lord, in this advent season, to stir up in us reverence and admiration for Thy Christ child. May we never forget the greatness of Thy divine power, providence and love. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.

- Christ Church Austin - 2011 Advent Liturgy

Observe a time of silence before the Lord
(1 – 5 minutes)

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Scriptural Theme

We know that the whole creation has been groaning as in the pains of childbirth right up to the present time.

Sing to the Lord a song of praise
(acapella, or accompanied by instruments / recorded music)

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Praying Romans 8:22-23 (New International Version)

We know that the whole creation has been groaning as in the pains of childbirth right up to the present time. Not only so, but we ourselves, who have the firstfruits of the Spirit, groan inwardly as we wait eagerly for our adoption to sonship, the redemption of our bodies.

Response to the Scripture

Hope of all the ends of the earth, bright and morning star; rise like the day in our hearts. Come to weary hearts - come and stay.

Draw near to God’s throne of grace
with the thanksgivings, prayers, & intercessions that are on your heart

🔔

The Spirit and the Bride say *
“Come!”

Even so, Lord Jesus, come quickly. *
We know that the whole creation has been groaning as in the pains of childbirth right up to the present time.

Praise / prayer / silence / sing a new song

(follow the leading of the Holy Spirit)

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Ending Prayer

Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, ever faithful to your promises, your faithful people rejoice in hope of the Saviour's coming and look forward with longing to his return at the end of the age. *
Help us to drink of this truth and expand our hearts with the joy of his promises, so that we may serve you in constant hope. We ask this through the same Christ our Lord. Amen.

- Fr. Peter Hocken, Litany of the Coming of the King in Glory

In the name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen.

( Adapted by Christ the Reconciler from Season 1: Advent Bridge Prayer – “Longing for the Messiah to come” )

Praying Isaiah 66:18-23

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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

As we prepare our house for the coming Christmas season, we would also prepare our hearts for the returning Christ. *
You came once for your people, O Lord, and you will come for us again.

Though there was no room at the inn
to receive you upon your first arrival,

We would prepare you room
here in our hearts
and here in our home,
Lord Christ.

- Every Moment Holy

Observe a time of silence before the Lord
(1 – 5 minutes)

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Scriptural Theme

You are about to come and gather the people of all nations and languages, and they will come and see Your glory.

Sing to the Lord a song of praise
(acapella, or accompanied by instruments / recorded music)

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Praying Isaiah 66:18-23 (New International Version)

"And I, because of what they have planned and done, am about to come and gather the people of all nations and languages, and they will come and see my glory. I will set a sign among them, and I will send some of those who survive to the nations - to Tarshish, to the Libyans and Lydians (famous as archers), to Tubal and Greece, and to the distant islands that have not heard of my fame or seen my glory. They will proclaim my glory among the nations.

And they will bring all your people, from all the nations, to my holy mountain in Jerusalem as an offering to the LORD - on horses, in chariots and wagons, and on mules and camels," says the LORD. "They will bring them, as the Israelites bring their grain offerings, to the temple of the LORD in ceremonially clean vessels. And I will select some of them also to be priests and Levites," says the LORD. *
"As the new heavens and the new earth that I make will endure before me," declares the LORD, "so will your name and descendants endure. From one New Moon to another and from one Sabbath to another, all mankind will come and bow down before me," says the LORD.

Response to the Scripture

You will pour out Your Spirit on all flesh, and everyone who calls on the name of  the LORD will be saved.

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 are about to come and gather the people of all nations and languages, and they will come and see Your glory.

Praise / prayer / silence / sing a new song

(follow the leading of the Holy Spirit)

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Ending Prayer

As we decorate our tree, and as we
feast and laugh and sing together,
we are rehearsing our coming joy!

We are making ready to receive the one
who has already, with open arms, received us!*
We would prepare you room
here in our hearts
and here in our home,
Lord Christ.

Now we celebrate your first coming,
Immanuel, even as we long for your return.
O Prince of Peace, our elder brother,
return soon.*
We miss you so!

- Every Moment Holy

In the name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen.

( Adapted by Christ the Reconciler from Season 1: Advent Bridge Prayer – “Longing for the Messiah to come” )

Praying Revelation 19:11-16

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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 

He shall rule from sea to sea, and from the River to the ends of the earth. All kings shall pay Him homage, all nations shall serve Him. *
Alleluia, alleluia.

His dominion is an everlasting dominion that shall not be taken away: and His kingdom shall not be destroyed. *
Alleluia.

- Catholic Rite of Christ the King

Observe a time of silence before the Lord
(1 – 5 minutes)

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Scriptural Theme

I saw heaven standing open and there before me was a white horse, whose rider is called Faithful and True.

Sing to the Lord a song of praise
(acapella, or accompanied by instruments / recorded music)

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Praying Revelation 19:11-16 (New International Version)

I saw heaven standing open and there before me was a white horse, whose rider is called Faithful and True. With justice he judges and wages war. His eyes are like blazing fire, and on his head are many crowns. He has a name written on him that no one knows but he himself. He is dressed in a robe dipped in blood, and his name is the Word of God. The armies of heaven were following him, riding on white horses and dressed in fine linen, white and clean.

Coming out of his mouth is a sharp sword with which to strike down the nations. "He will rule them with an iron scepter." He treads the winepress of the fury of the wrath of God Almighty. On his robe and on his thigh he has this name written: King of kings and Lord of lords. *

Response to the Scripture

You will pour out Your Spirit on all flesh, and everyone who calls on the name of  the LORD will be saved.

Draw near to God’s throne of grace
with the thanksgivings, prayers, & intercessions that are on your heart

🔔

The Spirit and the Bride say *
“Come!”

Even so, Lord Jesus, come quickly. *
I saw heaven standing open and there before me was a white horse, whose rider is called Faithful and True.

Praise / prayer / silence / sing a new song

(follow the leading of the Holy Spirit)

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Ending Prayer

King of Glory, come and finish Your work in our cities, our peoples and our nations.  We lift our voices in unison with believers from the Middle East and Europe, from North and South America, and from Australia and the Pacific Islands - together we cry: *
"Lift up your heads, O you gates! Be lifted up ancient doors so that the King of Glory may come in!"

As Your deeds increase throughout the earth, and as Your blessings abound to all the nations, they will seek You, asking: *
"Who is this King of glory?"

Together we will answer: *
"He is the Lord Almighty!  Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord!"

Come fill the earth with Your glory as the waters cover the sea. The Spirit and the Bride say: *
"Amen! Come Lord Jesus!"

- Global Day of Prayer 2009

In the name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen.

( Adapted by Christ the Reconciler from Season 1: Advent Bridge Prayer – “Longing for the Messiah to come” )