Easter 3B
Prayers for Worship 
by Linda Kraft

Let us pray for the whole people of God in Christ Jesus, for all people
according to their needs.

Astonishing Lord God, you amaze us with your marvelous deeds.  You shower
your generous love on all people.  We pray for those who don’t yet recognize
your grace in their lives, that they may hear the Good News and glorify your
name.  Help us to witness to your never-ending presence so hearts will be
turned to you.  Lord in your mercy, hear our prayer. (Acts 3:12-19)

Gracious Lord God, we call on you to hear our prayers.  We pray for people
who live in fear in their homes.  We pray for people who suffer from our
prejudice and hatred.  We pray for the faith to live each day showering your
love upon others.  Lord in your mercy, hear our prayer.  (Psalm 4)

Loving Lord God, you promise us, as your children that we will someday be
righteous as you are righteous.  Guide us as we live each day, that we may
grow in faith and live lives that make us worthy of being called children of
God.  Lord in your mercy, hear our prayer. (1 John 3:1-7)

God of resurrection peace, strengthen our faith, increase our wisdom, and
send us out in your name as you sent your first disciples.  Make us generous
in sharing your good news through our words and actions.  Make us bold to
proclaim your reign in all places at all times.  Lord in your mercy, hear
our prayer.  (Luke 24:36b-48)

God of power and might, encircle your children with your healing touch,
especially ...

Are ther others we should include in our prayers?

Give us your peace and presence at all times.  Lord in your mercy, hear our
prayer.

Into your hands, O Lord, we commend all for whom we pray, trusting in your
mercy; through your son, Jesus Christ our Lord.  Amen.

(Comments to Linda at Linda_Kraft@Ecunet.org.)
Linda Kraft, Pastor at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Stafford Springs, CT 

Secretary, Slovak Zion Synod, ELCA 

Board Member:  ELCA Division for Higher Education and Schools