Here’s
a prayer of intercession inspired by Jesus’ words in John 13: 31-35. It comes from the PCUSA website.
Prayers of the People
(inspired by John 13:
31-35)
Loving,
listening God, ever-attentive to the voices of those in need,
we
call on your name so that we might live.
Now
hear our prayer:
For
the church that bears Christ’s name,
that
the world may know we are his disciples
by
the love that we have for one another.
Lord,
in Your mercy, hear our prayer.
For
leaders of nations and all persons in positions of authority,
that
their lives may be marked by Christ-like service and love.
Lord,
in Your mercy, hear our prayer.
For
all who are oppressed and living in captivity,
that
they may escape from evil and death
to
find the land of freedom you have promised.
Lord,
in Your mercy, hear our prayer.
For
those who are hungry and thirsty this day
and
for those who have too much,
that
we may learn to share your generous gifts, O God.
Lord,
in Your mercy, hear our prayer.
For
those who are dealing with loss or facing death,
that
the presence of Christ may bless and keep them.
Lord,
in Your mercy, hear our prayer.
Other
petitions may be included,
or
worshipers may be invited to offer their own prayers,
silently
or aloud.
Answer
us in the day of trouble, O God,
so
that we may lift up the cup of salvation
in
the presence of your people,
giving
thanks for all your goodness to us;
through
Jesus Christ our Savior. Amen.
~
from Resources for Maundy Thursday, on
the Presbyterian Church USA website.
http://www.pcusa.org/media/uploads/theologyandworship/pdfs/resources_for_maundy_thursday.pdf
