Sola Publishing – Prayers of the Church
Third Sunday in Lent – March 8, 2026
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Prayers of the Day
Historical Collect  
Almighty God, consider the worthy desires of your humble servants. Reach out to defend us from evil by the word and work of your majestic right hand. Grant this, we pray, through the same 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  
Holy One, you are the fountain of living water. Stir within us a renewed sense of the gift of your mercy, given through your grace in the waters of baptism. Give us this living water always; through your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Prayers of the Church
For Strength and Faithfulness in Serving
Mighty God, strengthen us as brothers and sisters in your church, so that we may joyfully obey your will. Strengthen and bless those who preach, teach, and shepherd congregations. Keep them faithful to your Word so that they may diligently speak your truth to the flocks to which you have called them to serve.  Lord in your mercy … hear our prayer.
For Lent
Sustaining God, renew us in the gift of Baptism. Throughout this Lenten journey may your promise of new life in Christ move us to repentance and transformation. Cleanse our hearts, strengthen our faith, and keep us faithful to the covenant of Baptism.  Lord in your mercy … hear our prayer.
For Peace and Justice
God of righteousness, you call your people to strive for justice and peace in all the world, following the example of our Lord, Jesus. Grant wisdom and compassion to all in authority, that they may govern with justice and equity. Raise up faithful servants who will serve as peacemakers in the places where violence and war is a daily reality, and shape us to be those who bear peace in our ordinary daily interactions.  Lord, in your mercy … hear our prayer.
For Wholeness 
Heavenly Father, hold in your tender care all those who suffer in any way – physically, emotionally or spiritually. Strengthen and support caregivers and medical professionals that they may act with compassion and minister with technical skill. [We pray especially for …]    Lord, in your mercy … hear our prayer.