Prayers for April 19, 2026

Trusting in the power of Christ’s resurrection to heal and redeem our broken world, let us pray for the needs of all creation.

Risen Lord, accompany us on our journey of faith just as you journeyed with the disciples to Emmaus.  Gather us together at your table to recognize you in the breaking of the bread.

Merciful God, receive our prayer.

Lord of all, you provide for the needs of all creation. Bless the fields that are being prepared for planting, provide farmers with good seed, fertilizer and favorable weather so that the soil may yield an abundant harvest.

Merciful God, receive our prayer.

God of justice, where leaders abuse power, confront them and call them to repentance. Where there is corruption, bring integrity; where there is violence, sow peace.

Merciful God, receive our prayer.

Healing Savior, your resurrection brings hope to a world that is struggling with uncertainty.  Help us to be guided by our faith in our daily lives. Heal those who are sick especially those named on our prayer list and held in our hearts. Strengthen the weary, give courage to the despairing, and comfort the dying.

Merciful God, receive our prayer.

Gracious One, you have made us your own through the gift of baptism. We rejoice together on the occasion of Asha’s baptism.  Unite us in genuine love for one another and uphold this community in your name as we walk hand in hand into our future.

Merciful God, receive our prayer.

Eternal Light, we give thanks for all who have nurtured your church’s life in ages past. Bring us at last with them to the brightness of your glorious presence.

Merciful God, receive our prayer.