Please join me in the spirit of prayer
Loving God, you are with us in all of the beginnings and endings
in our lives. We look to your strong and
nurturing presence to guide us through these changes, as on our own we often
fear the unknown future. Knowing that
you are with us can transform that fear and strengthen our hearts to move
forward.
Be with our graduates this morning as they move with
excitement and trepidation through the summer and towards the day they begin
college away from home. Bring them new
relationships that encourage and support them.
Strengthen them as they face new challenges. Remind them of their strong
faith when they stumble and are discouraged.
God, as our parent, we seek your guidance. Many of our families are sending off their
first child to college. Comfort those
who are struggling with this transition and constantly remind them that their
children are in your safe and loving hands.
Fill our families with energy and love as they seek new rhythms of life
in this time of change.
This morning we celebrate the new life and baptism of George,
as we also sorrow with Lora over the loss of her father. We look to you, God of our beginnings and
ends, and know that you walk with us when we celebrate and when we mourn. May your love for us at all times reside
deeply in our hearts.
Christ, Our shepherd, you formed the church as a community of
support. As a faith community, we are
feeling the challenges of beginnings and endings with our staff. Embrace us all as we say good-bye to some and
prepare to welcome others to the staff team. Help us to be patient with one
another during these changes. We seek to
align our energy and efforts with your desires for us. We feel a new light burning to seek your
truth, connect with your people, and serve your hurting world. [1]
You know our hearts Lord.
You are fully aware of the personal struggles we face. We gather together to support each other on
the journey. We seek to know your heart
and align our lives in your direction.
We rejoice in the gift of your presence in our life and together we pray
...
Our Father...
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