Here’s
a prayer of commitment and petition inspired by Matthew 9:35-10:23, the Gospel
reading for the second Sunday after Pentecost. It was written by Rev. Pam Ekey,
Pastor at Alton, St. Paul and Pleasant Grove United Methodist Churches in
Thayer, Missouri.
Prayer
(inspired by Matthew
9:35-10:23)
As
Jesus sent the disciples out into the communities,
so
we are sent to proclaim that the Kingdom of Heaven has drawn near.
We
are eager to share your love, without expecting a reward.
We
realize will not always be made welcome.
When
that happens,
let
us move on
because
there are many more places that need to receive your grace.
May
your Spirit speak through us in truth.
Lord
Jesus, equip us for the journey, we pray. Amen.
~
submitted by Rev. Pam Ekey, Pastor, Alton, St. Paul and Pleasant Grove United
Methodist Churches in Thayer, Missouri.
