Daily Prayer for Peace
1:00 p.m.
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Gathering in Silence
Call to Prayer
Lighting of CandleInvitation |
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We greet you in the name of the Prince of
Peace, and welcome today to this sacred place. Each day in this Temple
dedicated to the pursuit of peace, we pray to God for peace in our
world. In addition, each day we pray for a different country.
Today we will lift up the people of Myanmar in our prayers. Located in
Southeastern Asia, Myanmar, known in the past as Burma, is an ethnic
melting pot. Myanmar is a resource-rich country with a strong
agricultural base, and is a leading producer of gems, jade, and teak.
However, military rule prevents the economy from developing, and the
Burmese people remain poor and are getting poorer. Those who promote
democracy and improved human rights are in danger of being harassed or
jailed.
Seldom does God shout to get our attention often just a whisper. Let us
listen ever so closely. God is calling ever so urgently. |
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| Scripture Reading: Romans 8:28 INT |
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We know that God makes everything work
together for the good of those who love God and have been called
according to God’s purpose. |
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Prayer for Peace by Dianne Marszalek,
Cheyenne, Wyoming |
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Dear Creator of Love and Peace,
We come today, thankful for the privilege of living on this beautiful
planet. We pray for peace that we all might enjoy the beauties and
bounties of this earth.
We pray for peace between religions—for open minds and loving hearts
that no more evil would be done to others in the name of religion.
We pray for peace among different races. Let us look upon each other and
see others the way in which you see us— with love and understanding.
We ask for peace among nations and countries—for leaders who can guide
us toward tolerance and acceptance.
And please help us to find peace within our families, for families are
the foundation of our world.
Lastly, allow us to find peace in ourselves. Help us to love and accept
ourselves, as you love and accept us. We ask all these things, if it be
thy will, in Jesus' Holy Name. Amen. |
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Hymn - O May Thy Church Build Bridges
- Hymns of the Saints #431 |
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Prayers of the People
Please join us now, praying the Prayers of the People. During the
moments of silence, you are invited to pray silently or meditate. |
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O God, we come now to be with you and listen for your
voice. Please bless us with your presence. We want to hear what you
would teach us about bringing peace into this world. We desire to do
your will. |
| The People Pray in Silence |
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We pray that the ministry of God's Holy Spirit in Myanmar may continue
to strengthen the peacemakers, and give them courage to share their
desire to be a nation of peace. |
| The People Pray in Silence |
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We pray for courage as we seek the welfare of the city where we live. |
| The People Pray in Silence |
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We pray for God's forgiveness for those times when we have not been
loving or compassionate. |
| The People Pray in Silence |
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We also ask your blessing and help for the concerns of people gathered
here today. Hear us we pray. |
| The People Pray in Silence |
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Please use this space to pray for any
current concern or event in our community, city, state, nation or world
that you feel needs to be held up to God for prayerful consideration.
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| The People Pray in Silence |
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In the name of Jesus we pray, Amen. |
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| Sending Forth |
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Our service will conclude now with Ministry of Music.
You are invited to remain and pray or meditate in the quiet of this
place for as long as you may wish.
It is to this purpose of peace that we have been called and for which we
have been commissioned. May the Peace of God go with you. |
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| Ministry of Music |
