Sola Publishing – Prayers of the Church
Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 19) – September 13, 2026
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Prayer of the Day
Historical Collect
O Lord, help your people to avoid the infection of the evil one, and with pure hearts to follow you, our only Lord. Grant this, we pray, 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
Steadfast God, your mercy is everlasting and your forgiveness boundless. As we gather together and receive your Word of forgiveness in the gospel proclaimed and the meal shared, renew us in the gift of baptism that we may be signs of reconciliation for the world; through Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen. 
Prayers of the Church
For Forgiveness
God of love, you have forgiven us of our sins, known and unknown and restored us to a right relationship with you through Christ. Help us to forgive others who have hurt or disappointed us, that we may be freed from the suffering of holding a grudge and they might know your grace. Lord in your mercy … hear our prayer.
For Schools and Teachers
God of Wisdom, we ask your tender care and instruction for all students around the world, that they would have enough to eat in order to concentrate on lessons, have a peaceful learning environment, and loving yet diligent teachers to instruct them. Lord in your mercy, hear our prayer.
For Those Away From Home 
God of Light, bring your comfort and protection to all those who are away from home - either at school, college, in the military, or away for work. Watch over them and return them home safely when their tasks are completed. Lord in your mercy … hear our prayer.
For All Who Suffer 
Bring peace of mind and heart, and wholeness and healing of body and spirit, to all who suffer from any illness or distress. [We pray particularly for …] Grant them a sense of your constant presence through those who care for them. Lord in your mercy … hear our prayer.