Prayers for September 14, 2025

Gracious God, we come to you in prayer for the church, the world, and all in need.

Merciful God, pour out your grace upon your church. Forgive us for the times when we have been unfaithful, and renew our commitment to your gospel of love. Empower us to live as a community of mercy.

God of grace, hear our prayer.

Merciful God, we ask forgiveness for the ways we have neglected and harmed this earth and its creatures. Confirm our commitment to care for all you have made, and grant us wisdom and strength to take action toward restoring your creation to its fullness.

God of grace, hear our prayer.

Merciful God, govern all who hold positions of power and authority. Instruct them to speak respectfully and make just decisions that serve the common good. Make them instruments of your mercy in the world, working to heal divisions and promote peace.

God of grace, hear our prayer.

Merciful God, we lift up all who suffer. Bring healing, comfort, and peace to those who are sick, grieving, or in pain especially those who are named on our prayer list and held in our hearts. Give us compassionate hearts to accompany those who are hurting and courage to work for justice and mercy.

God of grace, hear our prayer.

Merciful God, bind us together as a community of forgiveness and love that lifts us up. Supply us with humility to seek forgiveness when we have spoken harshly or acted in anger and the generosity to extend mercy when we have been wronged.

God of grace, hear our prayer.

Merciful God, we remember in love those who have departed this life, including saints of this congregation Joan Coffman and Baxter Hunter. Console those who mourn, and give them the hope of resurrection.

God of grace, hear our prayer.