Sola Publishing – Prayers of the Church
Fourth Sunday in Lent – March 30, 2025
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Prayer of the Day
Historical Collect
Almighty God, grant that we, who for our evil deeds worthily deserve to be punished, by the comfort of your grace, may mercifully be relieved; through your Son, Jesus Christ, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. (Gregorian Sacramentary, 6th Century)
Thematic Collect
Reconciling God, in you is mercy, forgiveness, and reconciliation. Whether we wander far from you or remain faithful, let us always rejoice in the never-ending and limitless outpouring of your compassion and forgiveness for repentant sinners, through Jesus Christ, our Lord.  Amen.
Prayers of the Church
For the Ministry of Reconciliation
Everlasting God, we give you thanks for the gift of new life which springs forth from you in our baptism. Guide our lives that being daily made new, we might be faithful stewards of the ministry of reconciliation with which we have been entrusted. Lord in your mercy … hear our prayer.
For Lent
Forgiving God, you pour out your grace and mercy with great delight. In this season of Lent, help us to trust in your mercy and turn our hearts to you, basking in the joy you find in our return. Likewise, Lord, help us to be people who rejoice when we see others who find their true home in you. Lord in your mercy … hear our prayer.
For Respect for Those Who Differ from Us 
Creator of all, you call us to keep our tongues from evil and to stop showing disrespect toward people whom you have made.  You require us to depart from evil and do good, seek peace and pursue it. We pray that through our actions of love, others will be inspired to overcome prejudice, stop fearing their neighbors, and that we might all learn to live together as fellow children of God in this world. Lord in your mercy … hear our prayer.
For Comfort and Strength 
Holy God, you lead us through dark valleys shadowed by suffering. Be the strong guide and sure comfort of all who call upon you [especially …]. Fill them with your abundant life, keep them steadfast in faith, and strengthen and bless all who care for them. Lord in your mercy … hear our prayer.