Sola Publishing – Prayers of the Church
Second Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 4) – June 2, 2024
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Prayer of the Day
Historical Collect 
Work in us a perpetual reverence and love for you, O Lord, for we know that those who come to love your ways are never disappointed in the path on which you are guide. Grant this, we pray, through Jesus Christ, your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.
Thematic Collect 
Glorious God, you have freed us from the threat of sin and death. Give us such faith that we may always receive your free and gracious gifts of forgiveness and eternal life; through our Savior, Jesus Christ, who lives with you and the Holy Spirit, forever one God. Amen.
Prayers of the Church

For the Sabbath Day of Rest
Lord of the Sabbath, you created the Sabbath day for human beings, not humans for the Sabbath. Help us to find rest in both body and spirit, that we may be reenergized and renewed by your holy presence.  Lord in your mercy, hear our prayer.
For Joy in Our Vocation
Holy God, you have called us to be your people and to live according to your will and your ways. Grant that we would see our daily work as something we do in honor of you. Fill us with such a sense of your calling that in all we do, we would know it is to glorify your name and serve our neighbor. Lord in your mercy, hear our prayer.
For Healing
God of healing and wholeness, surround those who are struggling with trials and suffering. Bring about your healing power in their lives that they would experience the fullness of your grace in the midst of their struggles. Remind them of your never failing love for them and bring them peace. [We pray especially for …].  Lord in your mercy, hear our prayer.
For New Life
Loving God, as the spring stretches into summer, let us be ever grateful for new life and life abundant. May we appreciate the wonders of your hand and rejoice in the newness of the creation all around us. Lord in your mercy, hear our prayer.