Holy Humor Worship Amid the laughter and celebration of this day, it’s good that we pause and remember that many carry burdens that need not be carried alone. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer. God of grace, God of love and laughter, we thank you that we are so wondrously created and that we…

With the whole people of God in Christ Jesus, let us pray for the church, those in need, and all of God’s creation. Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord! As we embark upon Holy Week, let us remember the joy of today while preparing for the sacrifice to come. Help…

With the whole people of God in Christ Jesus, let us pray for the church, those in need, and all of God’s creation. Heavenly Father, we pray for everyone in your world. Give them the courage and hope to endure the stresses they will have to deal with, and also to recognize the joys that…

Renewed in the promises of baptism, let us pray for the church, the world, and all who are in need. We pray for the church. Lead us faithfully in the way of the cross. Unite us as one body in Christ. Empower us with courage to speak out against injustice and greed, demonstrating with our…

With the whole people of God in Christ Jesus, let us pray for the church, those in need, and all of God’s creation. Lord, we pray for peace throughout the world. You are the way, the truth and the light. Show our leaders around the world, in our country, states, cities and neighborhoods your way,…

With the whole people of God in Christ Jesus, let us pray for the church, those in need, and all of God’s creation. I have struggled deeply with writing the prayers for today’s worship. I have typed out and deleted many, many times just trying to say the perfect prayer for such a horrific week…

With the whole people of God in Christ Jesus, let us pray for the church, those in need, and all of God’s creation. God bless Jack Henry Oertelt and his family as he is baptized today. May they always know your love and mercy. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer. We pray for Joanne…

Confident that God hears us when we pray, let us offer our prayers for the church, the world, and all people in need. We pray for your people, your disciples, for all of us, that we might recognize your healing even in ways that don’t make sense to us. God, in your mercy, hear our…

With the whole people of God in Christ Jesus, let us pray for the church, those in need, and all of God’s creation. Creator, the Great Unifier, help grant us the wisdom to bring people together, despite their differences. God, in your mercy, hear our prayer. Comforting Lord, be with those who experience all of…

Confident that God hears us when we pray, let us offer our prayers for the church, the world, and all people in need. We pray for the church in all its forms, for unity in Christ, and for those who proclaim the good news in word and deed, that all trust that the kingdom of…