Abiding in Hope

The collected prayers, sermons, and spiritual musings of an Episcopal priest

Saturday, May 31, 2014

Prayer 495

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In silence we come before You, O God: abide with us, and speak into our hearts. Open our eyes to your radiance, O Lord of hosts, and o...
Friday, May 30, 2014

Prayer 494

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Loving One, abide with us this day. Draw us into paths of wisdom and peace. Watch over those who are facing changes at this time, that ...
Thursday, May 29, 2014

Prayer 493- Ascension Day

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Christ upon his throne- detail from a window at Christ Church Cathedral (For Ascension Day) Blessed Lord Jesus, you are our Shepherd a...
Wednesday, May 28, 2014

Prayer 492- Rogation Day

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From the parish garden that supports Trinity's food pantry (For Rogation Day) Creator God, who laid the foundations of the earth,...
Tuesday, May 27, 2014

Prayer 491

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(Inspired by Matthew 13) O Lord, let your word and wisdom be planted in our hearts to take root and flourish, to guide us and guard us i...
Monday, May 26, 2014

Prayer 490- For Memorial Day

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Almighty God, we face the rising sun with hope for this new day, filled with thanksgiving for your mercy and compassion.  We remember...
Sunday, May 25, 2014

Prayer 489

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Eternal Spirit, Holy God, we gather together as your people to give thanks for all our abundant blessings.  May we bind our hearts...
Saturday, May 24, 2014

Prayer 488

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Starlit night, May 24, 2014 We give thanks to You, Creator God, as our hearts are drawn toward your radiant truth. You set the stars ...
Friday, May 23, 2014

Prayer 487

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O God we come before You in prayer, for by prayer You turn our hearts, minds, and spirits to You.  Blessed Christ, you are our anchor...
Thursday, May 22, 2014

Prayer 486

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God of infinite mercy, who has watched over us during the depths of the night, hold us in the hollow of your hand today.  May we seek...
Wednesday, May 21, 2014

Prayer 485- For the end of the school year

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God of infinite wisdom, draw us into your courts today. Guide our students and our children to love You, and help us to guide them and ...
Tuesday, May 20, 2014

Prayer 484

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O God of unfailing love, we praise and bless You for bringing us out of darkness into the light of morning. Send your angels to watch o...
Monday, May 19, 2014

Prayer 483

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Scott with two of his godparents at his confirmation. Most Holy God, thank You for bringing us together as your people, knit together...
Sunday, May 18, 2014

Prayer 482

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Window in Christ Church Cathedral, St. Louis Fountain of All Blessing, we come to your sanctuary to honor You and bless You for yo...
Saturday, May 17, 2014

Prayer 481- For consecration

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My son Scott confirms his faith, surrounded by (from right to left) his sister, his grandmother, his godmother, his godfather, and clergy ...
Friday, May 16, 2014

Prayer 480

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Almighty One, we bless your Holy Name: turn your face toward us as we bow before You! Let us sing praises to our God and Creator as l...
Thursday, May 15, 2014

Prayer 479- For reconciliation

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Almighty God, we thank You for forgiving us through the gift of grace for all our sins, missteps, and mistakes.  We thank You for ...
Wednesday, May 14, 2014

Prayer 478

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Loving God, spread the tent of your protection over us today. Guide us with your loving, almighty hand that we may walk in your paths w...
Tuesday, May 13, 2014

Prayer 477- for Perseverance

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Almighty God, we put our trust in You: we come before You in faithfulness and joy. Cleanse our hearts of all wrong desires, and let our...
Monday, May 12, 2014

Prayer 476- on the Beatitudes

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(inspired by Matthew 5:1-10) O God, You bless us in every moment, and uphold us by the strength of your Love: hear our prayer, for our h...
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Scoop (Leslie Scoopmire)
Episcopal priest in the Diocese of Missouri. Jesus follower. Spouse. Mom of Three Young Adults and Three Dogs. Retired Teacher. Okie. Progressive. Musician. All photographs mine unless otherwise noted.
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