Almighty Creator,
we draw before You and praise You
in a thousand places,
drawn to your altar in love and thankfulness.
Lord Jesus, draw us under your wing
as a hen gathers her brood under her wings.
Strengthen us, O Redeemer,
with the warmth of your embrace
even as we are comforted.
Then send us out, renewed,
as your disciples and friends,
to testify to your saving help,
to reflect the love of God in the world.
Let us stand with the persecuted,
repent together as sinners,
build the edifice of justice for the oppressed,
feed the hungry,
and comfort the suffering and anxious,
all for your love's sake
and as you commanded, Lord Christ.
United by your Spirit,
O God Beyond All Borders,
we lay our cares before You,
and we ask your blessing upon these beloveds.
Amen.
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