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Thank you God for this new day, may we cherish it, as we get to live this day only once. Help us to use the time we have to show our love, passion and joy to others. Let us give those we encounter our full attention and support. Help us to look toward ways thatContinue reading “Prayer for December 12, 2022”

May we be patient in this time of anxiety and great anticipation. We have an expectation of things happening for us quickly and often exactly as we expect. Help us to know that sometimes the answer to our requests (and even prayers) are answered with, “Not Yet” or even “No.” May we step back whenContinue reading “Prayer for December 11, 2022”

May we find the words we need today, O God. Let our actions mirror the love you have shown us. Give us the patience when we are frustrated by the myriad challenges that often come during this season. May we recognize that everyone else is hoping for a great day, and that things will goContinue reading “Prayer for December 10, 2022”

Today, O God of Love, we celebrate two very different events in the family of one of our parishioners. First, we will be celebrating the life of Carol Jon Hoffman who we will remember today at her internment. We will honor a life well lived. We will also celebrate the 100th birthday of her motherContinue reading “Prayer for December 9, 2022”

As we begin this day, Loving God, may we seek to serve those we meet. Help us to learn this and everyday and experience your creation in new ways. May we recognize when our gifts, skills, and our wealth can be used to benefit others and act upon those times with love and compassion. MayContinue reading “Prayer for December 8, 2022”

As we continue to live in a world with war, help us to work toward peace, O God of All Creation. May we seek a day when swords are turned into plowshares. During this season where we hear the words of Isaiah telling us of the hope that comes from what was thought destroyed andContinue reading “Prayer for December 7, 2022”

There are always days before, O God. Days like this day when we had a certain innocence, a time when we were unawares of what was coming. Help us to remember the day before major events in our society and lives, and let us be able to recognize that evil does exist but love isContinue reading “Prayer for December 6, 2022”

In a season where we often look forward, may we O God, take the time to experience the present. Let us look at those around us and see them fully. May we celebrate their unique beauty and the gift that they are in our lives. Help us to acknowledge the gifts they have and encourageContinue reading “Prayer for December 5, 2022”

Today, Redeeming God, we hear the John the Baptist call us to repentance reminding us that we need to admit our shortcomings in order to be truly cleansed from our sins. In order for us to be truly right before God we must be willing to ask for forgiveness and turn ourselves toward God. WeContinue reading “Prayer for December 4, 2022”

Let this day be a true day of rest and relaxation, O God. Help us to make the time to recharge our souls. Let us take the mid-game nap that comes when we are fully sated from great snacks. Help us to take the time to escape in a book or movie and let goContinue reading “Prayer for December 3, 2022”