The Prayers of the People -Form VI
In peace, we pray to you, Lord God.
Silence
For all people in their daily life and work;
For our families, friends, and neighbors, and for those who
are alone.
For this community, the nation, and the world;
For all who work for justice, freedom, and peace.
For the just and proper use of your creation;
For the victims of hunger, fear, injustice, and oppression.
For all who are in danger, sorrow, or any kind of trouble;
For those who minister to the sick, the friendless, and the
needy.
For the peace and unity of the Church of God; We pray for The Scottish Episcopal Church; St. Barnabas, Bainbridge Island; Grace, Bainbridge Island; and St. Paul’s, Bremerton.
For all who proclaim the Gospel, and all who seek the Truth.
For Sean our Presiding Bishop, Phil our Bishop; and for all
bishops and other ministers;
For all who serve God in his Church.
For the special needs and concerns of this congregation. We pray especially for Heather, Andrew and their family; Angie and Jessica; John and his family; Emilio; Ian; Barbara; Vicky; Sue; Denice; Jim; Richard; Suzanne; Karen; Nancy; Sandy; Emily; and Tim.
Silence
Hear us, Lord;
For your mercy is great.
We thank you, Lord, for all the blessings of this life.
Silence
We give thanks for those who are celebrating birthdays and anniversaries this week, especially Logan; Dean; Charlie; Lennox; Lupin; and Dawn & Kerry.
We will exalt you, O God our King;
And praise your Name for ever and ever.
We pray for all who have died, that they may have a place in
your eternal kingdom. Especially Cathy; Zac; and Rodney.
Silence
Lord, let your loving-kindness be upon them;
Who put their trust in you.
We pray to you also for the forgiveness of our sins.
Silence may be kept.
Leader and People
Have mercy upon us, most merciful Father;
in your compassion forgive us our sins,
known and unknown,
things done and left undone;
and so uphold us by your Spirit
that we may live and serve you in newness of life,
to the honor and glory of your Name;
through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.