Praying Romans 12:9-18

July 16, 2021 Christ The Reconciler

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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

Grant me, O Lord, to know what I ought to know; to love what I ought to love; to praise what delights you most; to value what is precious in your sight; to hate what is offensive to you.

Do not allow me to judge according to the sight of my eyes, nor to pass sentence according to the hearing of the ears of ignorant men, but to discern with a true judgment between things visible and spiritual; *
and above all, always to inquire what is the good pleasure of your will.
Amen.

- Thomas à Kempis

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

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Scriptural Theme

Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves.

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

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Praying Romans 12:9-18 (New International Version)

Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; cling to what is good. Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves.

Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord. Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. Share with the Lord's people who are in need. Practice hospitality. *
Bless those who persecute you; bless and do not curse. Rejoice with those who rejoice; mourn with those who mourn. Live in harmony with one another. Do not be proud, but be willing to associate with people of low position. Do not be conceited. Do not repay anyone evil for evil.

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. *
Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves.

Praise / prayer / silence / sing a new song

(follow the leading of the Holy Spirit)

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Ending Prayer

Grant, O God, that your holy and life-giving Spirit may so move every human heart, that barriers which divide us may crumble, suspicions disappear, and hatreds cease; that our divisions being healed, we may live in justice and peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

- Mission St. Clare

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” )

Praying John 17:13-19

July 15, 2021 Christ The Reconciler

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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

Heavenly Father, I praise you and thank you for your great love and I lift up this day for your blessings. *
With your help I will live today as a responsible, generous, and honest human being. Like Jesus, I will try today to treat everyone I meet with dignity and respect. With Jesus’ spirit alive in me I will witness my love by thinking of others first and myself last.

Help me today, Father, to put into action what I have said in words. *
I ask this in your name. Amen.

- St. Mary's Catholic School, Taylor TX

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

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Scriptural Theme

Sanctify us by the truth; Your word is truth.

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

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Praying John 17:13-19 (New International Version)

I am coming to you now, but I say these things while I am still in the world, so that they may have the full measure of my joy within them. *
I have given them your word and the world has hated them, for they are not of the world any more than I am of the world. My prayer is not that you take them out of the world but that you protect them from the evil one. They are not of the world, even as I am not of it. Sanctify them by the truth; your word is truth.

As you sent me into the world, I have sent them into the world. For them I sanctify myself, that they too may be truly sanctified.

Response to the Scripture

Blessed Father, make us one, even as you and your Son are one. You have given us the glory that you gave your Son, that we may be richly, fully, one.

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. *
Sanctify us by the truth; Your word is truth.

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” )

Praying Romans 15:7-9

July 14, 2021 Christ The Reconciler

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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

From every sin, *
from the crafts and assaults of the Devil,

from heresy and pernicious doctrine, *
from envy and ill-will to the brethren,

from impurity of body and soul, *
from indifference in the service of God,

and from all evil spirits, *
deliver us, good Lord.

- Litany of the Holy Spirit

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

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Scriptural Theme

Accept one another, then, just as Christ accepted you.

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

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Praying Romans 15:7-9 (New International Version)

Accept one another, then, just as Christ accepted you, in order to bring praise to God. *
For I tell you that Christ has become a servant of the Jews on behalf of God's truth, so that the promises made to the patriarchs might be confirmed and, moreover, that the Gentiles might glorify God for his mercy.

Response to the Scripture

You, Oh God, are reconciling all things to yourself in Christ Jesus. Help us to walk in the ministry of reconciliation, bringing all things under your kingdom - to the glory of your Name.

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. *
Accept one another, then, just as Christ accepted you.

Praise / prayer / silence / sing a new song

(follow the leading of the Holy Spirit)

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Ending Prayer

Dear God, thank you for warm summer nights and candlelight and good food. But thank you most of all for friends. We appreciate the complicated and wonderful gifts you give us in each other. And we appreciate the task you put down before us, of loving each other the best we can, even as you love us. We pray in Christ's name, Amen.

- "The Preacher" from Because of Winn-Dixie

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” )

Praying Colossians 2:2-3

July 13, 2021 Christ The Reconciler

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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

Grant me, O Lord, to know what I ought to know; to love what I ought to love; to praise what delights you most; to value what is precious in your sight; to hate what is offensive to you.

- Thomas à Kempis

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

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Scriptural Theme

May your church be encouraged in heart and united in love.

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

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Praying Colossians 2:2-3 (New International Version)

My goal is that they may be encouraged in heart and united in love, so that they may have the full riches of complete understanding, in order that they may know the mystery of God, namely Christ, in whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge.

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. *
May your church be encouraged in heart and united in love.

Praise / prayer / silence / sing a new song

(follow the leading of the Holy Spirit)

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Ending Prayer

- Mission St. Clare

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” )

Praying John 17:6-12

July 12, 2021 Christ The Reconciler

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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

Help me today, Father, to put into action what I have said in words. *
I ask this in your name. Amen.

- St. Mary's Catholic School, Taylor TX

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

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Scriptural Theme

Holy Father, protect us by the power of your name, the name you gave your Son, so that we may be one as you are one.

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

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Praying John 17:6-12 (New International Version)

I have revealed you to those whom you gave me out of the world. They were yours; you gave them to me and they have obeyed your word. Now they know that everything you have given me comes from you. *
For I gave them the words you gave me and they accepted them. They knew with certainty that I came from you, and they believed that you sent me. I pray for them. I am not praying for the world, but for those you have given me, for they are yours.

All I have is yours, and all you have is mine. And glory has come to me through them. I will remain in the world no longer, but they are still in the world, and I am coming to you. *
Holy Father, protect them by the power of your name, the name you gave me, so that they may be one as we are one. While I was with them, I protected them and kept them safe by that name you gave me. None has been lost except the one doomed to destruction so that Scripture would be fulfilled.

Response to the Scripture

Blessed Father, make us one, even as you and your Son are one. You have given us the glory that you gave your Son, that we may be richly, fully, one.

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. *
Holy Father, protect us by the power of your name, the name you gave your Son, so that we may be one as you are one.

Praise / prayer / silence / sing a new song

(follow the leading of the Holy Spirit)

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Ending Prayer

- 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” )

Praying Romans 15:1-6

July 11, 2021 Christ The Reconciler

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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

From every sin, *
from the crafts and assaults of the Devil,

from heresy and pernicious doctrine, *
from envy and ill-will to the brethren,

from impurity of body and soul, *
from indifference in the service of God,

and from all evil spirits, *
deliver us, good Lord.

- Litany of the Holy Spirit

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

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Scriptural Theme

Let us with one mind and one voice glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ.

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

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Praying Romans 15:1-6 (New International Version)

We who are strong ought to bear with the failings of the weak and not to please ourselves. *
Each of us should please our neighbors for their good, to build them up. For even Christ did not please himself but, as it is written: "The insults of those who insult you have fallen on me."

For everything that was written in the past was written to teach us, so that through the endurance taught in the Scriptures and the encouragement they provide we might have hope. *
May the God who gives endurance and encouragement give you the same attitude of mind toward each other that Christ Jesus had, so that with one mind and one voice you may glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Response to the Scripture

You, Oh God, are reconciling all things to yourself in Christ Jesus. Help us to walk in the ministry of reconciliation, bringing all things under your kingdom - to the glory of your Name.

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 us with one mind and one voice glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Praise / prayer / silence / sing a new song

(follow the leading of the Holy Spirit)

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Ending Prayer

- "The Preacher" from Because of Winn-Dixie

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” )

Praying Colossians 3:12-15

July 10, 2021 Christ The Reconciler

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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

Grant me, O Lord, to know what I ought to know; to love what I ought to love; to praise what delights you most; to value what is precious in your sight; to hate what is offensive to you.

- Thomas à Kempis

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

- Mission St. Clare

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” )

Praying John 15:5-8

July 9, 2021 Christ The Reconciler

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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

Help me today, Father, to put into action what I have said in words. *
I ask this in your name. Amen.

- St. Mary's Catholic School, Taylor TX

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

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Scriptural Theme

I am the vine; you are the branches.

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

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Praying John 15:5-8 (New International Version)

"I am the vine; you are the branches. If a man remains in me and I in him, he will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing. If anyone does not remain in me, he is like a branch that is thrown away and withers; such branches are picked up, thrown in to the fire and burned. *
If you remain in me and my words remain in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be given you. This is to my Father's glory, that you bear much fruit, showing yourselves to be my disciples."

Response to the Scripture

Blessed Father, make us one, even as you and your Son are one. You have given us the glory that you gave your Son, that we may be richly, fully, one.

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 am the vine; you are the branches.

Praise / prayer / silence / sing a new song

(follow the leading of the Holy Spirit)

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Ending Prayer

- 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” )

Praying 1 Corinthians 12:7-14

July 8, 2021 Christ The Reconciler

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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

Spirit of the living God, apart from You, we can do nothing.

Transform Your Church into the image of Jesus Christ. Release Your power to bring healing to the sick, freedom to the oppressed and comfort to those who mourn. Pour Your love into our hearts and fill us with compassion to answer the call of the homeless and the hungry and to enfold orphans, widows and the elderly in Your care. Give us wisdom and insight for the complex problems we face today. Help us to use the resources of the earth for the well-being of all. *
Holy Spirit, we need Your comfort and guidance. Transform our hearts.

- Global Day of Prayer 2009

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

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Scriptural Theme

Now to each one the manifestation of the Spirit is given for the common good.

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

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Praying 1 Corinthians 12:7-14 (New International Version)

Now to each one the manifestation of the Spirit is given for the common good. To one there is given through the Spirit a message of wisdom, to another a message of knowledge by means of the same Spirit, to another faith by the same Spirit, to another gifts of healing by that one Spirit, to another miraculous powers, to another prophecy, to another distinguishing between spirits, to another speaking in different kinds of tongues,and to still another the interpretation of tongues. *
All these are the work of one and the same Spirit, and he distributes them to each one, just as he determines. Just as a body, though one, has many parts, but all its many parts form one body, so it is with Christ. For we were all baptized by one Spirit so as to form one body -- whether Jews or Gentiles, slave or free -- and we were all given the one Spirit to drink. Even so the body is not made up of one part but of many.

Response to the Scripture

Father, stir up your charisms in our midst; equip your church to advance your kingdom in the earth.

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. *
Now to each one the manifestation of the Spirit is given for the common good.

Praise / prayer / silence / sing a new song

(follow the leading of the Holy Spirit)

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Ending Prayer

Almighty and everlasting God, we thank you for your servant(s) _________, whom you called to preach the Gospel to the people of _________ .*
Raise up in this and every land evangelists and heralds of your kingdom, that your Church may proclaim the unsearchable riches of our Savior Jesus Christ; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, 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 6: Pentecost Bridge Prayer – “Global Evangelism and Revival” )

Praying Acts 15:7-11

July 7, 2021 Christ The Reconciler

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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

Holy Spirit, Comforter, in this season of Pentecost we celebrate your presence. As Jesus promised, you give us the joy which endures deep within, a joy which carries us even in times of trial.

You do not impose, you come to strengthen us, defending the dignity of each person. *
And in our great diversity it is in you that we find unity and peace.

- Br. Aloise, Taizé

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

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Scriptural Theme

He did not discriminate between us and them, for he purified their hearts by faith.

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

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Praying Acts 15:7-11 (New International Version)

After much discussion, Peter got up and addressed them: "Brothers, you know that some time ago God made a choice among you that the Gentiles might hear from my lips the message of the gospel and believe. *
God, who knows the heart, showed that he accepted them by giving the Holy Spirit to them, just as he did to us. He did not discriminate between us and them, for he purified their hearts by faith.

Now then, why do you try to test God by putting on the necks of Gentiles a yoke that neither we nor our ancestors have been able to bear? No! We believe it is through the grace of our Lord Jesus that we are saved, just as they are."

Response to the Scripture

Pour out your Spirit on all flesh; refine us that we may be able to stand in the day of 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. *
He did not discriminate between us and them, for he purified their hearts by faith.

Praise / prayer / silence / sing a new song

(follow the leading of the Holy Spirit)

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Ending Prayer

The arms of God be around my shoulders,
the touch of the Holy Spirit upon my head,
the sign of Christ’s cross upon my forehead,
the sound of the Holy Spirit in my ears,
the fragrance of the Holy Spirit in my nostrils,
the vision of heaven’s company in my eyes,
the conversation of heaven’s company on my lips,
the work of God’s church with my hands,
the service of God and my neighbor in my feet,
a home for God in my heart, and to God, the Father of all, my entire being.
Amen.

- St. Fursey

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 Acts 17:24-31

July 6, 2021 Christ The Reconciler

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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

Let us bow down in humility at the power and grandeur of the Holy Spirit. *
Let us worship the Holy Trinity and give glory today to the Paraclete, our Advocate.

Oh Holy Spirit, by Your power, Christ was raised from the dead to save us all. By Your grace, miracles are performed in Jesus’ name. By Your love, we are protected from evil. And so, we ask with humility and a beggar’s heart for Your gift of Peace within us. *
The Saints were tempted, attacked and accused by the devil who is the destroyer of peace. When we are accused by the devil, come to our aid as our Advocate and give us Peace that lasts through all trials!

Amen.

- Holy Spirit Fremont

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

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Scriptural Theme

In the past, God overlooked such ignorance, but now he commands all people everywhere to repent.

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

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Praying Acts 17:24-31 (New International Version)

The God who made the world and everything in it is the Lord of heaven and earth and does not live in temples built by human hands. And he is not served by human hands, as if he needed anything. Rather, he himself gives everyone life and breath and everything else. *
From one man he made all the nations, that they should inhabit the whole earth; and he marked out their appointed times in history and the boundaries of their lands. God did this so that they would seek him and perhaps reach out for him and find him, though he is not far from any one of us. "For in him we live and move and have our being."

As some of your own poets have said, "We are his offspring." Therefore since we are God's offspring, we should not think that the divine being is like gold or silver or stone -- an image made by human design and skill. *
In the past God overlooked such ignorance, but now he commands all people everywhere to repent. For he has set a day when he will judge the world with justice by the man he has appointed. He has given proof of this to everyone by raising him from the 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. *
In the past, God overlooked such ignorance, but now he commands all people everywhere to repent.

Praise / prayer / silence / sing a new song

(follow the leading of the Holy Spirit)

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Ending Prayer

Lord, let the church say this: *
"Evangelists:
You bring people to Christ.
You are free to engage, invite, inspire and excite people through sharing stories, sharing your home, your life with others.
You are free to shout from the rooftops.
We release you to your calling in the Body of Christ."

And so let the evangelists be sent into the world to preach the gospel ... Amen!

- Stone to Flesh / MajorChange

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 Galatians 5:22-23

July 5, 2021 Christ The Reconciler

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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

But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control.

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

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Praying Galatians 5:22-23 (New International Version - 1984)

But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law.

Response to the Scripture

All your ways are flawless, Oh God. Give us your ancient paths; teach us and help us to walk in the way that leads unto life.

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. *
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control.

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.

- A Collection of Prayers

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 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

July 4, 2021 Christ The Reconciler

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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

Spirit of the living God, apart from You, we can do nothing.

- Global Day of Prayer 2009

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

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Scriptural Theme

And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love.

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

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Praying 1 Corinthians 13:1-13 (New International Version)

If I speak in the tongues of men or of angels, but do not have love, I am only a resounding gong or a clanging cymbal. If I have the gift of prophecy and can fathom all mysteries and all knowledge, and if I have a faith that can move mountains, but do not have love, I am nothing. If I give all I possess to the poor and give over my body to hardship that I may boast, but do not have love, I gain nothing.

Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. Love never fails. *
But where there are prophecies, they will cease; where there are tongues, they will be stilled; where there is knowledge, it will pass away. For we know in part and we prophesy in part, but when completeness comes, what is in part disappears.

When I was a child, I talked like a child, I thought like a child, I reasoned like a child. When I became a man, I put the ways of childhood behind me. For now we see only a reflection as in a mirror; then we shall see face to face. Now I know in part; then I shall know fully, even as I am fully known. *
And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love.

Response to the Scripture

Father, stir up your charisms in our midst; equip your church to advance your kingdom in the earth.

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. *
And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love.

Praise / prayer / silence / sing a new song

(follow the leading of the Holy Spirit)

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Ending Prayer

- 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 6: Pentecost Bridge Prayer – “Global Evangelism and Revival” )

Praying Acts 11:4-18

July 3, 2021 Christ The Reconciler

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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

Holy Spirit, Comforter, in this season of Pentecost we celebrate your presence. As Jesus promised, you give us the joy which endures deep within, a joy which carries us even in times of trial.

You do not impose, you come to strengthen us, defending the dignity of each person. *
And in our great diversity it is in you that we find unity and peace.

- Br. Aloise, Taizé

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

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Scriptural Theme

So then, even to Gentiles God has granted repentance that leads to life.

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

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Praying Acts 11:4-18 (New International Version)

Starting from the beginning, Peter told them the whole story: "I was in the city of Joppa praying, and in a trance I saw a vision. I saw something like a large sheet being let down from heaven by its four corners, and it came down to where I was. I looked into it and saw four-footed animals of the earth, wild beasts, reptiles and birds. Then I heard a voice telling me, 'Get up, Peter. Kill and eat.' I replied, 'Surely not, Lord! Nothing impure or unclean has ever entered my mouth.' The voice spoke from heaven a second time, 'Do not call anything impure that God has made clean.' This happened three times, and then it was all pulled up to heaven again. Right then three men who had been sent to me from Caesarea stopped at the house where I was staying. The Spirit told me to have no hesitation about going with them. These six brothers also went with me, and we entered the man's house. He told us how he had seen an angel appear in his house and say, 'Send to Joppa for Simon who is called Peter. He will bring you a message through which you and all your household will be saved.' As I began to speak, the Holy Spirit came on them as he had come on us at the beginning. *
Then I remembered what the Lord had said: 'John baptized with water, but you will be baptized with the Holy Spirit.' So if God gave them the same gift he gave us who believed in the Lord Jesus Christ, who was I to think that I could stand in God's way?"

When they heard this, they had no further objections and praised God, saying, "So then, even to Gentiles God has granted repentance that leads to life."

Response to the Scripture

Pour out your Spirit on all flesh; refine us that we may be able to stand in the day of 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. *
So then, even to Gentiles God has granted repentance that leads to life.

Praise / prayer / silence / sing a new song

(follow the leading of the Holy Spirit)

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Ending Prayer

- St. Fursey

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 Romans 15:7-13

July 2, 2021 Christ The Reconciler

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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

Let us bow down in humility at the power and grandeur of the Holy Spirit. *
Let us worship the Holy Trinity and give glory today to the Paraclete, our Advocate.

- Holy Spirit Fremont

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

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Scriptural Theme

The Root of Jesse will spring up, one who will arise to rule over the nations; in him the Gentiles will hope.

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

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Praying Romans 15:7-13 (New International Version)

Accept one another, then, just as Christ accepted you, in order to bring praise to God. For I tell you that Christ has become a servant of the Jews on behalf of God's truth, so that the promises made to the patriarchs might be confirmed and, moreover, that the Gentiles might glorify God for his mercy.

As it is written: "Therefore I will praise you among the Gentiles; I will sing the praises of your name." Again, it says, "Rejoice, you Gentiles, with his people." And again, "Praise the Lord, all you Gentiles; let all the peoples extol him." *
And again, Isaiah says, "The Root of Jesse will spring up, one who will arise to rule over the nations; in him the Gentiles will hope." May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.

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 Root of Jesse will spring up, one who will arise to rule over the nations; in him the Gentiles will hope.

Praise / prayer / silence / sing a new song

(follow the leading of the Holy Spirit)

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Ending Prayer

And so let the evangelists be sent into the world to preach the gospel ... Amen!

- Stone to Flesh / MajorChange

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 Ephesians 1:13-14

July 1, 2021 Christ The Reconciler

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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

- Anglican Book of Common Prayer

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

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Scriptural Theme

When you believed, you were marked in him with a seal, the promised Holy Spirit.

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

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Praying Ephesians 1:13-14 (New International Version)

And you also were included in Christ when you heard the message of truth, the gospel of your salvation. *
When you believed, you were marked in him with a seal, the promised Holy Spirit, who is a deposit guaranteeing our inheritance until the redemption of those who are God's possession -- to the praise of his glory.

Response to the Scripture

All your ways are flawless, Oh God. Give us your ancient paths; teach us and help us to walk in the way that leads unto life.

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. *
When you believed, you were marked in him with a seal, the promised Holy Spirit.

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 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.

- A Collection of Prayers

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 Ephesians 4:11-16

June 30, 2021 Christ The Reconciler

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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

Spirit of the living God, apart from You, we can do nothing.

- Global Day of Prayer 2009

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

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Scriptural Theme

Speaking the truth in love, we are to grow up in every way into him who is the head, into Christ.

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

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Praying Ephesians 4:11-16 (English Standard Version)

So Christ himself gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the body of Christ may be built up until we all reach unity in the faith and in the knowledge of the Son of God and become mature, attaining to the whole measure of the fullness of Christ.

Then we will no longer be infants, tossed back and forth by the waves, and blown here and there by every wind of teaching and by the cunning and craftiness of people in their deceitful scheming. *
Instead, speaking the truth in love, we will grow to become in every respect the mature body of him who is the head, that is, Christ. From him the whole body, joined and held together by every supporting ligament, grows and builds itself up in love, as each part does its work.

Response to the Scripture

Father, stir up your charisms in our midst; equip your church to advance your kingdom in the earth.

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. *
Speaking the truth in love, we are to grow up in every way into him who is the head, into Christ.

Praise / prayer / silence / sing a new song

(follow the leading of the Holy Spirit)

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Ending Prayer

- 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 6: Pentecost Bridge Prayer – “Global Evangelism and Revival” )

Praying Acts 8:14-17

June 29, 2021 Christ The Reconciler

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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

Holy Spirit, Comforter, in this season of Pentecost we celebrate your presence. As Jesus promised, you give us the joy which endures deep within, a joy which carries us even in times of trial.

You do not impose, you come to strengthen us, defending the dignity of each person. *
And in our great diversity it is in you that we find unity and peace.

- Br. Aloise, Taizé

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

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Scriptural Theme

Peter and John laid their hands on them and they received the Holy Spirit.

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

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Praying Acts 8:14-17 (New International Version)

When the apostles in Jerusalem heard that Samaria had accepted the word of God, they sent Peter and John to Samaria. *
When they arrived, they prayed for the new believers there that they might receive the Holy Spirit, because the Holy Spirit had not yet come on any of them; they had simply been baptized in the name of the Lord Jesus. Then Peter and John placed their hands on them, and they received the Holy Spirit.

Response to the Scripture

Pour out your Spirit on all flesh; refine us that we may be able to stand in the day of 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. *
Peter and John laid their hands on them and they received the Holy Spirit.

Praise / prayer / silence / sing a new song

(follow the leading of the Holy Spirit)

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Ending Prayer

- St. Fursey

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 Luke 2:25-32

June 28, 2021 Christ The Reconciler

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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

Let us bow down in humility at the power and grandeur of the Holy Spirit. *
Let us worship the Holy Trinity and give glory today to the Paraclete, our Advocate.

- Holy Spirit Fremont

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

And so let the evangelists be sent into the world to preach the gospel ... Amen!

- Stone to Flesh / MajorChange

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 Romans 5:3-5

June 27, 2021 Christ The Reconciler

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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

- Anglican Book of Common Prayer

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

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Scriptural Theme

God's love has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit, who has been given to us.

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

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Praying Romans 5:3-5 (New International Version)

Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have gained access by faith into this grace in which we now stand. *
And we boast in the hope of the glory of God. Not only so, but we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope. And hope does not put us to shame, because God's love has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit, who has been given to us.

Response to the Scripture

All your ways are flawless, Oh God. Give us your ancient paths; teach us and help us to walk in the way that leads unto life.

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's love has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit, who has been given to us.

Praise / prayer / silence / sing a new song

(follow the leading of the Holy Spirit)

🔔

Ending Prayer

We sinners pray, hear us, Holy Spirit.

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.

- A Collection of Prayers

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” )