Abiding in Hope

O God, You have given us our breath:  it is right that we use it  to sing and glorify your ever-present Love.  May our thankfulness to You  ...

In humility and awe,  we come before our God,  who welcomes us and fills us with blessing, calling us to courage.  Lord Jesus,  lead us into...

Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23   It is a fitting time to hear the parable of the sower this Sunday in our gospel reading from Matthew 13. Down here i...

Loving One we ask that your kingdom come on Earth, and peace and equity reign throughout this land and all lands. Help us to never surrender...

Holy One, we open our hearts to you, welcoming your guiding Spirit into our lives as we humbly seek to walk in your Way. Give us compassiona...

God of Mercy, we bow before You, grateful for your abundant grace, laying our cares at your feet in faith. Holy One, make us like green oliv...

Most Merciful God, we thank You for the protection of your holy angels through the watches of the night. O Comforter, shelter and shield all...

O God of All the Nations, with one voice we join in the song of all creation in worshiping and praising you on this day You have made. Our h...

God of All Creation, in wonder and awe we thank You for your abundant gifts and blessings. May we put those gifts and blessings into service...

Lord, you have called us and known us  since the moment of our birth:  we abide in your lovingkindness  with grateful hearts. Your grace res...

O Holy, Blessed, Abiding One: Great are your mercies, and greatly to be praised is your truth! We give thanks for your steadfast and patient...

Romans 7:15-25a   Last Monday was the third anniversary of my ordination to the priesthood alongside two of my good friends, held on what th...

Most Merciful God,  we worship You and praise your Name,  setting our wills before You  and seeking your guidance.   On the wings of...

Holy One of Blessing, You encircle us and enfold us; in your constant love we are kept safe and protected. You are with us always, O ...

Almighty God, who is making heaven and earth, we lift our hearts to You in gratitude and praise. Let all the round Earth sing out your...

Inspired by Matthew 10:40-42, Proper 8A Most Merciful God, with joy we come before your altar  and gather together  to praise You ...

Most Merciful One, we gather before your altar to sing out our praise to You:  lory and honor be yours forever! Grant us the courage to w...

Creating God, we sing before You, opening our hearts to your truth, and praising your holy Name: hear our humble prayers, and lead u...

Romans 8:26-39 When my kids were little, we really enjoyed watching Disney movies. No, let me be honest—we still do even now that t...