Author: THERESA JACOBSON

Sola Publishing – Prayers of the Church
Palm/Passion Sunday– March 24, 2024
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Prayers of the Day
Historical Collect  
Almighty and everlasting God, you have sent your Son, our Savior, Jesus Christ, to take upon himself our flesh and to suffer death upon the cross, that all of humanity should follow the example of his great humility. Mercifully grant that we may both follow the example of his patience and also be made partakers of his resurrection; 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  
Sovereign God, through your Son’s passion you brought your reign of righteousness and peace into the human heart. Draw us to you through his cross and keep us faithful to your reign until he comes again; 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 Celebration
Gracious Humble Father, as we celebrate Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem, may we remember that he came to offer an eternal kingdom. We pray that you would prepare our hearts and minds as we enter this Holy Week, commemorating his last week here on earth. Let it restore our faith in you and see how we are to model Jesus’ servant heart for others. Lord in your mercy. Hear our prayer.
For Discipleship
Heavenly Father, we pray that your church remain active in making disciples. We know it is through the power of the Holy Spirit that we are commissioned to do your work. Lord, guard our hearts against complacency and worldly goals, that we may intentionally focus on your will to make disciples of all nations. Lord in your mercy. Hear our prayer.
For Pure Worship
Precious Savior, we pray that our worship would glorify you through songs that are rooted in faith and filled with your divine truth. May the message of the Gospel teach and inspire others to sing your praises throughout all times. Lord in your mercy. Hear our prayer.
For Healing Mercies
Father God, we pray for your healing hand to be upon those who are sick or struggling in any way, [especially …]. May they feel your loving presence and bear witness to rest and faith in you. We ask that you guard our hearts and minds against wavering faith, but remain strong in knowing we have eternal life through Christ Jesus, our Lord and Savior. Lord in your mercy. Hear our prayer.