Sola Publishing – Prayers of the Church
Fifth Sunday after Epiphany – February 4, 2024
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Prayers of the Day
Historical Collect
Stand watch over your family, O Lord, that we who depend entirely on your heavenly grace may always be protected in the mighty fortress of your love; through Jesus Christ, your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. (Gelasian Sacramentary, 7th Century)
Thematic Collect 
Immortal and everlasting God, through your power are the weak made strong and the ill made whole in body, mind and spirit. Strengthen us through your Son’s presence in Word and Sacrament that we may be bearers of your grace to the ends of the earth; through Jesus Christ, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. 

Prayers of the Church
For Tender Care
Tender Lord of Mercy, you know our deepest thoughts and fears that sometimes get in the way of spending time with you; help us to remember that you alone can sustain us through whatever we are facing. Help us remember that it is through our times of trial where we can learn to trust you and be a witness to your healing power. We pray that the church would be a beacon of hope to the world with all its concerns. Lord in your mercy, hear our prayer.
For Prayerfulness
Gracious Father, we don’t always seek you first in times of gratitude, trouble, or counsel. We ask today that we would be ever mindful that you are always here for us. We also pray for those who don’t know you; may we be a light of hope to them through our prayers, words, and deeds. We ask that you would pour out your Holy Spirit upon us that we may know what we are to pray at all times and in all situations. Lord in your mercy, hear our prayer.
For the Lonely
Heavenly Father, we know that there are countless people who live among us that feel lonely or uncared for in this world. We pray, as your church, that we would intentionally work to find them through our ministries. Let us be your hands and feet in the world, to serve others as you would have us do. Lord in your mercy, hear our prayer.
For Healing Endurance
Father God, we pray for those who are sick, hospitalized, preparing for surgery, or suffering in any way [especially …] that they would be consoled and strengthened to endure through their faith in Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior. We also pray for their loved ones that they find comfort through you. Lord in your mercy, hear our prayer.