Sola Publishing – Prayers of the Church
Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany – February 9, 2025
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Prayer of the Day
Historical Collect
Stand watch over your family, O Lord, that we who depend entirely on your heavenly grace may always be protected in the mighty fortress of your love; 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
Holy Lord, in your loving kindness you have poured on us grace upon grace. It was by your wisdom that we were created and by your power that we have been called into discipleship in Christ Jesus. Help us to be fishers of people, fully devoted to you, so that all will know your abiding love. We pray this in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Prayers of the Church
For Hearing God’s Call
Lord of heaven and earth, we praise your name and we worship you. Grant us the courage to answer the call you have placed on our lives in Baptism, that we would share the Good News of Jesus’ love with all meet. Help us to discern those places where you would have us go and show us the way to get there. We pray for missionaries in foreign lands, that they would faithfully proclaim your love. Lord in your mercy, hear our prayer. 
To Follow God’s Will
Holy God, you are the giver of all good gifts. Help us to be content with all we have, that we would refrain from coveting the gifts and possessions of others. Guard our hearts and minds from jealousy and greed, that we would not seek our own interests but your divine purposes. Lord in your mercy, hear our prayer.
For the Sick and Suffering
Almighty God, you know our needs before we can even speak them aloud. Grant your healing mercy to all who suffer this day in body, mind, or spirit. Remind them of your never-failing love and abiding presence, and bring them peace. [We remember especially…] Lord in your mercy, hear our prayer.
For Military Personnel
Be with all those who are serving in the military, O Lord, either at home or away. Protect them as they serve and keep their families safe while they are apart. Lord in your mercy, hear our prayer.