Sola Publishing – Prayers of the Church
Fourth Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 7) – June 21, 2026
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Prayers of the Day
Historical Collect 
For those who love you, O God, you have chosen and prepared what no eye has seen nor ear heard. Pour into our hearts a loving affection for you, that we may choose you in and above all things. For only then shall we have what you promise, which far exceeds all we can desire; through Jesus Christ, your Son, our Lord. He lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. (Gelasian Sacramentary, 7th Century)
Thematic Collect 
Almighty God, in Holy Baptism we have been buried with Christ so that we may walk in newness of life. Marked with the cross of Christ forever, grant us the faith to live a life of steadfast obedience to your will especially in the face of opposition and trials; 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 Father’s Day
God and Father of us all, by whom the whole family in heaven and on earth is named: Grant that all on earth who bear the earthly name of father and those who may not bear the name yet still share a fatherly love for the children around them may reflect your grace and care. Strengthen their witness to the love that you have for all your children everywhere, and lead us by their example to be people of faith. Lord in your mercy … hear our prayer.
For Vacation Travel 
Lord God of the Sabbath, as you rested on the seventh day, you hallow our times of rest as well. Be present with your people as they travel in these summer days. Keep them safe from harm and accident; refresh them in their play time, and open their eyes to the wonders of your good creation. Bring travelers safely home, renewed in joy and zeal for you. Lord in your mercy … hear our prayer.
For Those Serving in the Armed Forces 
We give thanks to you for the vocations you grant to all your people. Keep safe from harm and danger those whose work is dangerous. We hold before you in prayer those who have answered the call to military service [especially…], that at the completion of their work, they may return home safely. Be present with families who wait and watch for their homecoming. Lord in your mercy … hear our prayer.
For Wholeness and Healing 
God of mercy, you are slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love. Restore our cities, towns, and rural communities. Use us to build houses for the homeless, give bread to the hungry, cover the naked, comfort the grieving, and give care to those suffering in body, mind, or spirit, [especially …]. May we serve as instruments of your saving Gospel. Lord, in your mercy … hear our prayer.