Here’s
a prayer of intercession inspired by the scripture readings for Epiphany 5
A. It comes from the LCA Worship Planning Page.
Prayer
of Intercession
Jesus
says: “You are the salt of the earth and
the light of the world.”
We
pray now for the world in which we are called to let our light shine;
for
the people who will see our good deeds;
and
for the church in which the light of the gospel is proclaimed.
Lord, in your mercy: hear our prayer.
Lord, in your mercy: hear our prayer.
Provide
faithful pastors to preach your good news
and
to teach your commandments.
Strengthen
the faith of your people through word and sacrament.
Bless
the members of our congregation
that
they may be salt and light in the world.
Bring
to faith those who do not yet know you.
Lord, in your mercy: hear our prayer.
Lord, in your mercy: hear our prayer.
Have
mercy on all nations, and bless our own land.
Bring
honesty and justice, peace and safety everywhere.
Bless
and protect people in work and leisure.
Lord, in your mercy: hear our prayer.
Comfort
those who are suffering, downcast or oppressed.
Lift
up the fallen and satisfy the needs of the hungry, refugees,
the
homeless and those who lack even basics such as clothing.
Help
all who are in any trouble.
Lord,
in your mercy: hear our prayer.
(other petitions may
be inserted here)
Father,
your Son is the light shining in the darkness of our world.
Teach
us to love one another as you love us,
so
that we may bring peace and joy to the world.
Hear
our prayers, for the sake of your Son, our Lord Jesus Christ,
who
lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,
one
God, now and forever. Amen.
