Sola Publishing – Prayers of the Church
Sixth Sunday of Epiphany – February 12, 2023
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Prayers of the Day
Historical Collect 
O Lord, graciously hear the requests of your people. May we who are afflicted for our sins be mercifully relieved, for the sake of your glory, to find new life through the love of Jesus Christ, your Son who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. (Gelasian Sacramentary, 7th Century)
Thematic Collect 
Ever-living God, you give to us abundant and eternal life through the death and resurrection of your Son, Jesus. By your grace, put to death the old sinner in us and raise us daily to new life, so that we may follow him in growing obedience and willingness to forgive as we have been forgiven; through our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen.
Prayers of the Church
Let us pray for the faithfulness of the Church, the life of the world, and all those in need.
For the Fulfillment of the Word
Heavenly Father, we praise you for the fulfillment of your divine Word spoken through the patriarchs and prophets. We glorify your holy and divine name for the gift of salvation that comes through the precious body Nand blood of your Son, our Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ. Strengthen our faith daily, that we may proclaim the deeds of him who has called us out of darkness into the marvelous wonder of your holy light.  Lord in your mercy … hear our prayer.
For Contentment and Joy
God of night and day, sun and moon, in the midst of winter days that seem grey and dreary stir in us contentment and joy as we contemplate your mercies which are new every day, your steadfast loving-kindness, and your unfailing presence with us. Remind us that it is only in you that true joy and contentment can be found.  Lord in your mercy … hear our prayer.
For Those In Need 
Holy Spirit, open our hearts and our eyes. Teach us to see those in need and move to serve them in their need. Keep us ever mindful that it is in the face of others that we shall see our Lord, Jesus and through our care for them that we shall serve him.  Lord in your mercy … hear our prayer.
For Those in Pain  
Healer of our every ill, your people suffer pain and sadness, illness and despair, desolation and hopelessness. Shine the light of your presence into the dark shadows of our lives that threaten to overwhelm us. Brings us your light and life. [We pray especially for …].   Lord in your mercy … hear our prayer.
Here other petitions may be offered.
Into your hands, almighty God, we commend all for whom we pray; trusting in your abundant mercy, through Jesus Christ, our Savior. Amen.