Worship (Page 6)
Prayer for the Start of School
Dear God, bless the start of school. Bless all those of any age who walk into a classroom. Bless those who teach. Bless those who learn. Bless our intellect and our freedom. Help us remember that you did not make us to never question, but so fashioned us that we cannot stop asking, cannot stop learning. School us not to follow blindly, but to think the what and why, to search each sacred mystery, to discover what we cannot deny. –The Rt. Rev.…
Prayer for our Nation
Almighty God, whose wisdom and whose love are over all, accept the prayers we offer for our nation. Give integrity to its citizens and wisdom to those in authority, that harmony and justice may be secured in obedience to your will; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen
Prayer for Independence Day
Lord God Almighty, in whose Name the founders of this country won liberty for themselves and for us, and lit the torch of freedom for nations then unborn: Grant that we and all the people of this land may have grace to maintain our liberties in righteousness and peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen –Collect for Independence Day, The Book of Common Prayer,…
Prayer for People Facing Great Uncertainty
God of the present moment, God who in Jesus stills the storm and soothes the frantic heart; bring hope and courage to all as they wait in uncertainty. Bring hope that you will make them the equal of whatever lies ahead. Bring them courage to endure what cannot be avoided, for your will is health and wholeness; you are God, and we need you. Amen –from A New Zealand Prayer Book
Prayer in Time of Disaster
O God, our times are in your hand. In the midst of uncertainty lead us by your never-failing grace as we seek to be agents of healing and hope. Walk with us through difficult times; watch over us in danger; and give to us a spirit of love and compassion for those who suffer and mourn. And finally, remind us that you have promised never to leave us, so that even in the valley of the shadow of death your…
Prayer for First Responders
Blessed are you, Lord, God of mercy, who through your Son gave us a marvelous example of charity and the great commandment of love for one another. Send down your blessings on these your servants, who so generously devote themselves to helping others. Grant them courage when they are afraid, wisdom when they must make quick decisions, strength when they are weary, and compassion in all their work. When the alarm sounds and they are called to aid both friend…
Prayer for Peace Amidst Struggles
O God, you have bound us together in a common life. Help us, in the midst of our struggles for justice and truth, to confront one another without hatred or bitterness, and to work together with mutual forbearance and respect; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen
The Jesus Prayer
Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God, have mercy on me, a sinner.
Choral concert at St. Luke’s in the Meadow, Fort Worth
The singing group Angelus will perform. Where: St. Luke’s in the Meadow1301 Meadowbrook Dr.Fort Worth, TX 76103 When: Friday, January 18, 2013 7:30 PM Unique among public high school vocal ensembles, Angelus is dedicated to the performance of sacred music from varied religious traditions and historical periods. Their upcoming tour to Texas will mark the 9th state the ensemble has visited since its inception in 2008. The ensemble has performed at the Episcopal and Catholic cathedrals of St. Louis, San…
Organ recital at All Saints’ Episcopal Church
The public is invited to an Organ Recital to be played by Frederick Grimes, organist and choirmaster at All Saints’ Episcopal Church, on Friday, Feb. 8 at 7:30 p.m. at the church.
St. Stephen’s Hires Accompanist
St. Stephen’s Episcopal Parish in Hurst, TX is pleased to announce it has hired Stan Paschal as its new accompanist.
Liturgy for Rogation Days
Cindy Coe, Christian formation consultant and author of the Abundant Life Garden Project curriculum from Episcopal Relief and Development, has written a liturgy to be used on Rogation Days for the blessing of church and community gardens. Read more about the neighborliness of celebrating Rogation Days, which occur during the season of Easter. The beginning of the litany: As all the earth is a garden, Lord, we ask that you bless this small piece of the earth. As Your Light shines…