Here
is a prayer of intercession inspired by the suggested scripture readings for
Maundy Thursday (Exodus 12:1-14, Psalm 116:1-2, 12-19, 1 Corinthians 11:23-26,
John 13:1-17, 31-35). It comes from the Presbyterian Church USA website.
Prayer of Intercession for Maundy Thursday
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.
For
leaders of nations and all persons in positions of authority,
that
their lives may be marked by Christ-like service and love.
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.
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.
For
those who are dealing with loss or facing death,
that
the presence of Christ may bless and keep them.
[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.
~
posted on the website of the Presbyterian
Church USA. http://www.pcusa.org/
