Sola Publishing – Prayers of the Church
Fourth Sunday after Pentecost – July 6, 2025 
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Prayer of the Day
Historic Collect
O God, you never undermine your purpose, as you perfectly provide for all that you create. Remove from our way all that is harmful and give us what will profit that we may share in your invincible grace; 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
Almighty God, called to walk the path of life by following your Son, Jesus, we are likewise sent out into your world to be beacons of your love and grace. May our lives always bear witness to your redeeming grace made known in the cross; 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 Bold Proclamation 
Gracious God, we pray for your whole church on earth. By the power of your Spirit, empower her to boldly proclaim in both words and deeds that the word of truth is near. Lord in your mercy … hear our prayer.
For Responsible Freedom
God of the everlasting covenant, as we prepare to celebrate the date of this country’s independence, keep us mindful of the glorious freedom that you have granted us through baptism into the death and resurrection of Christ. Let us not take for granted either our earthly or divine freedoms, but instead use them in service to our neighbors in living out your holy reign. Lord, in your mercy … hear our prayer.
For Public Servants
Holy Trinity, guard and protect officers of the law, fire and rescue personnel, government officials and all public servants. Grant them tender compassion and strong wills dedicated to lives of service to all.  Lord, in your mercy … hear our prayer.
For Healing and Hope
Ever-present God, may all who are ill in body, mind, or spirit find comfort, hope, and healing in Christ’s abiding presence. Through our actions of care and concern, may they experience the reality of your loving-kindness. [We pray particularly for …].  Lord, in your mercy … hear our prayer.