Prayer 1915

Most Merciful God,
the morning breezes carry the song of rising light:
the Earth awakens to sing your praise,
and we make our prayers to You in gratitude.

Throughout the night we have rested, O Lord of Life,
secure within your unfailing embrace:
guide us in paths of gentleness and truth this day.
Open wide our hearts, O God,
that they may receive the blessings you scatter abundantly;
let us give thanks and rejoice,
for the steadfast love of God never ceases.
Let our love be testimony to your grace, O Holy One,
and our lives bear witness to your great goodness.

Give relief and healing to those in pain, Lord Christ,
and uphold all those in anxiety as they await resolution,
for you are our comfort and our stay.
Renew our hearts in faithfulness and hope, O Redeemer,
and grant your peace and comfort
to those whose needs we bring before You
as we humbly pray.

Amen.