Prayers for June 21, 2026

Gathered by the Holy Spirit, let us pray for the church and the needs of the world.

Life-giving God, you watch over those who have been cast aside, and you rescue the oppressed.  Strengthen your church to offer loving hands to those who are wandering and alone.

God of grace, hear our prayer.

Creator God, you know every living thing from the smallest sparrow to the largest whales.  Protect all creatures, especially endangered species, and their natural habitats. Empower us to care for your creation.

God of grace, hear our prayer.

Sovereign God, you call us to act justly and love mercy. Protect those with marginalized identities to whom we have not shown the abounding love of Jesus. Quiet angry voices that foment oppression and bigotry. Lift up those in authority who focus on the needs of others rather than themselves.

God of grace, hear our prayer.

Sustaining God, you promise to keep us from sinking when times are dark and scary. Draw near to those living with disability and comfort those experiencing any sort of illness or suffering especially those named on our prayer list and held in our hearts.

God of grace, hear our prayer.

Empowering God, strengthen us to live out our diverse callings in unity with one another. We pray especially for fathers and father figures, that they show your compassion and care. We pray for all for whom this day is difficult or painful.

God of grace, hear our prayer.

Faithful God, we give thanks for saints who have claimed their baptismal promises. May we follow their example of faith and service.