O God, we pray for Christ’s disciples throughout the world: Michael, our presiding bishop; Sean, our  presiding bishop-elect; Phil, our bishop; Joseph, our vicar; and our Bishop’s Committee. In the  Anglican cycle of prayer, we pray for the Anglican Church of Rwanda. In the Diocesan Cycle of Prayer,  we pray for St. Luke’s, Seattle, and

Holy God, give us grace to follow Jesus. Fill us where we are found lacking. Purge from us all those  things that would cause us to stray from the path Jesus has marked for us. We pray for your church  and its ministers, especially Michael, our presiding bishop; Sean, our presiding bishop-elect; Phil, our  bishop;

Yahweh who presides over the heavenly beings, we pray for all those who seek after God. We  especially pray for our priest, Joseph; our supply priest, Carola; and our bishop, Phil. In the Anglican  Communion, we pray for The Anglican Church of Papua New Guinea, and in the Diocese of Olympia  for our neighbors at

God who sustains all life, we pray for this holy gathering, and for your people in every place. Bless  Michael, our presiding bishop; Sean, our presiding bishop-elect; Phil, our bishop; Joseph, our vicar;  and Carola, our interim presider. We pray for the Church of Pakistan (United); and for retired clergy;  clergy widows and widowers; and

Holy Spirit, we entrust your church, its leaders, and all faithful people to your love and guidance. Loving God, we welcome you. We pray for our bishops, priests, and deacons, including Michael, Sean, Phil, Joseph, Carola, and all  who minister in your name. Today we thank you especially for our Diocesan Council, Board of Directors,