We pray for your church, for our diocese, bishops, clergy and all people... (petitions may be added)
Flame of abundant love, be our Joy in proclaiming your Good News to the world.
We pray for all who are coming to faith, all who wonder about faith, and all who are struggling with faith... (petitions may be added)
Light of all creation, guide us to lead, teach and nurture your disciples
We pray for those in need of food, shelter, clothing, and of God's healing touch, especially those for whom our prayers are especially desired ... (petitions may be added)
Comforter of the suffering, warm our hands to loving service.
We pray for the world, especially where there is trouble and suffering, far away or nearby... (petitions may be added)
Ember of steadfast care, fuel our passion to challenge injustice and violence and to pursue peace and reconciliation.
We pray for the land on which we stand, the peoples, creatures, plant life and waters around us... (petitions may be added)
Star blaze of glory, lead us to care for this fragile earth, our island home, and to heal the circle of creation.
God of radiant light, your love illumines our hopes before we know them, And our needs before we ask. Kindle your flame within us, that in our prayers and service, we may know your transforming presence at work in the world around us. All this we ask through Jesus Christ, our Lord.
-- from the Anglican Church of Canada, 2013
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