Sola Publishing – Prayers of the Church
Pentecost Sunday – June 8, 2025
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Prayer of the Day
Historic Collect
O God, you taught the hearts of your faithful people by sending to them the light of your Holy Spirit. Grant us, by the same Spirit, to have a right judgment in all things, and evermore to rejoice in his holy comfort; 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
God of life, on this day you poured forth upon your Church your Spirit through whom we are one body, the body of Christ. Unite us at your table that we may be poured forth into the world, bearing witness to your grace and mercy; through Jesus Christ, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God now and forever.  Amen.
Prayers of the Church
For a Bold Witness
Holy God, pour out your Holy Spirit upon your church. Inspire your church to boldly bear witness to the redeeming grace found through your Son, Jesus. Lord in your mercy … hear our prayer.
For Confirmation
Holy God, pour out your Spirit on all the baptized, particularly those who are confirmed this day. Through the power of the Holy Spirit, continue to increase their faith and love, that the gifts of your Holy Spirit may be evident in their daily lives. Lord in your mercy … hear our prayer.
For Peace and Justice
Holy God, pour out your Holy Spirit on all nations bringing renewed commitment to the peace and justice that is a hallmark of your saving reign. Protect those who serve in armed forces around the world.  [We pray particularly for …]. Lord in your mercy … hear our prayer.
For Comfort and Consolation
Holy God, pour out your Holy Spirit upon those who are grieving, hopeless or ill. [We pray particularly for … ]. May the Advocate bring them comfort and consolation.  Lord in your mercy … hear our prayer.