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| 1 First Sun of Christmas Almighty God, you created the dignity of human nature & yet more wonderfully restored it.
In your mercy, let us share the divine life of the one who came to share our humanity, Jesus Christ, your Son, our
Lord, who reigns forever. | 2
Praying together for NT-NL Mission Area: Pastors & Lay Rostered Leaders; Our Redeemer, Grand Prairie: Calvary,
Richland Hills.Emmanuel, break through
barriers & bring forth fruit in the kingdom in the new year. Amen. | 3 Lord Jesus, you command- ed us to
love God & neigh- bor. Stamp this command on our hearts as a promise, a destiny & mandated hope.
We have failed & need your Holy Spirit to infuse us with unconditional love to fulfill the greatest commandment. | 4 Lord,
we pray that world leaders will be examples of righteousness; receive your wisdom in deliberations; advance justice for all and come to know Christ.
Guide the process of peace in the world & victory over those who promote terror. Amen | 5 For the New Year: Lord, thank you for the ways you blessed us in 2011.
In this new year, we pray that no matter what happens you would use our circumstances to bless us with your peace.
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Epiphany of Our LordO God, on this day you revealed your
Son to the nations by the leading of a star. Lead us now by faith to know your presence in our lives, &
bring us at last to the full vision of your glory. | 7 Precious Lord, you made us to be together in you. May we be less for ourselves
that we can become more of you, together. Pour us out as a blessing for the world. We
want to serve you in love. In Jesus’ name. | |
| 8 Baptism
of Our LordHoly God, creator of light & giver of goodness,
your voice moves over the waters. Immerse us in your grace, & transform us by your Spirit, that we
may follow after your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior & Lord, who reigns forever. | 9 Praying together for NT-NL
Mission Area: St. John, Coryell City; E TX- N LAConf. Our Savior,
Clifton/Norse. Lord of the Church, renew your people to be effective in
ministry by welcoming ALL who come. In Jesus’ name. Amen | 10 Jesus, friend
of little children, protect & keep the little ones who attend Covenant’s preschool
May they feel Jesus’ love through this caring ministry that gives relief to parents. Make
it a blessing for all. In your name. Amen | 11 Lord of the Church, give strength
& hope to the ELC of Sierra Leone through the support of NT-NL Mission Area.. Empower missionary Kate
Warn, pastors, evangelists & teachers in their ministry of making Christ known to all.
| 12 Father, use military life to spread the gospel.
Give soldiers wisdom & the fear of the Lord in their duties. Supply grace for chaplains & other spiritual leaders.
Fortify families stretched by numerous moves & separa-tions.
In Jesus’ name. | 13
Jesus, heal and restore broken families with an outpouring of your incredible healing grace. Turn
the hearts of parents toward their children. Reveal yourself as the wonderful counselor who brings peace
in homes. | 14
God of our Fathers, Bless all who hold office
inour land, that they do theirwork in a spirit of wisdom, kindness & justice. Direct them to use their authority to serve faithfully
for the good of all. Protect those who protect us. Amen. |
| 15 2nd Sun after EpiphanyThanks be to you, Lord Jesus Christ, for the countless blessings & benefits you give. May
we know you more clearly, love you more dearly & follow you more nearly, day by day praising you. | 16 Praying together
for NT-NL Mission Area: First Salem, Roscoe; St. Stephen, Shreveport; Renewing Cong Holy Spirit,
be the source to renew all churches to come alive as disciples of Jesus in his name. Amen
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God, unite the Body of Christ in your love. Make our unity in diversity
work together to preach, & build up the Kingdom of your abundant love in all places. We pray
in the unity of the Holy Spirit. Amen | 18 Confession of PeterWeek of Prayer for Christian Unity begins. Peter was led by God’s grace to
acknowledge Jesus as “the Christ, the Son of the living God” Mt. 16:16. This confession unites
us with Peter & all Christians. | 19 Covenant hosts the Christian Unity service at 7 pm for the community. “We will all be changed by the Victory of Our Lord Jesus Christ.”
1 Cor. 15-51-58. Offering received will support the Family Promise ministry. | 20 Lord Jesus, make your presence
known to the home bound unable to attend worship. Strengthen & give them your comfort & peace.
Heal their bodies & renew their minds. | 21 Holy Spirit, stir up our hearts to share our blessings in
feeding the hungry through “Feed My Sheep”Salvation Army ministry. As the need increases, helpus keep our commitment to
provide & serve. |
| 22 3rd
Sun after EpiphanyAlmighty God, by grace alone you call
us and accept us in your service. Strengthen us by your Spirit, and make us worthy of your call. Through
Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. | 23 Praying together for NT-NL Mission Area: Covenant Temple;
Shepherd of Life, Arlington; Parish Lay Miss- ion Academy. Holy Spirit, pour
out your power & love that will result in spiritual growth. Amen | 24 You who seek God, let your
heart revive. For the LORD hears the needy, & does not despise His who are prisoners.” Ps.
69:32-33Lord Jesus make your presence known to all prisoners &
their families. | 25
Conversion of PaulWeek of Prayer for
Christian Unity ends. The risen Christ appeared to Paul on the road to Damascus & called him to proclaim
the gospel. By God’s grace Paul became one of the chief preachers. | 26 O God, meet the needs of those
without work in a way that they can clearly thank you for your provision. May they find meaningful employment
& glorify you for it. Provide for righteous trade. Amen. | 27 Jesus, our Healer,
use health care workers who tend the sick & suffering. Give them understanding hearts and words of comfort.
May they be wise & efficient as they care for their patients. | 28 Lord, open our hearts tobreak down barriers in relationships. Empower usto forgive, even our enemiesLet
a wave of forgiveness wash over us, softening hard hearts & mending broken
relationships. |
| 29 4th Sun after EpiphanyGod, you gather the whole universe into your presence & continually reveal your
Son as our Savior. Bring whole ness to all that is broken & speak truth to us in our confusion, that
all know him. | 30 Praying together for NT-NL Mission Area: Gloria Dei, Garland; Trinity, FT. W; Lutheran Men
in Mission. Holy Spirit, increase, inspire & expand these churches to make Jesus love
known. | 3 You who seek God,
let your heart revive. For the LORD hears the needy, & does not despise His who are prisoners.”
Ps. 69:32-33Lord Jesus make your presence known to all prisoners
& their families. | Thank you for your partnership in the Gospel by using the prayer calendar each month. We
share the holy calling as intercessors who uphold the work of God’s kingdom. Our prayers go where
we cannot. | Sunday
prayers are from Sundays & Seasons worship resource published by Augsburg Fortress.Monday prayers are from the 2012 Praying Together for North Texas/North Louisiana Mission Area. | NT-NL Mission January Discipleship Alive prayer focus:Bishop
Kanouse ELCA Prayer Ventures“Portals of Prayer”are
available in the narthex. . | Personal prayer concerns may be shared by phone,email, or written at Sundayworship. Prayer ministersare available after each Sunday service.
PatDalrymple is PrayerCoordinator. 742-1029 |