Prayer 2651

In peace, we rest in You, O God;
In hope, we lift up our hearts,
safe within your gracious pasture,
in the shelter of your healing hand.

Early in the morning we rest in You, 
O God who calls us to stillness
as a mother soothes her fretting child.

Your love is a balm to the soul, O Strong One,
and your constant presence a salve to the spirit.

May we spend this day meditating upon your promises,
O Life-Giving Spirit,
O Womb of Creation,
O Creating and Compassionate One.

Turn our hearts toward those around us, Lord Christ,
and lead us in your way of peace.
Make us a blessing this day
to the seeking and the vulnerable,
and lead us in tenderness and mercy
in response to the light you call into being in all.

Extend the awning of your help to all who call out to You,
O Lord Our Shepherd,
and grant the blessing of your grace to all those for whom we pray.

Amen.