Sola Publishing – Prayers of the Church
Sixth Sunday after Pentecost – July 20, 2025 
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Prayer of the Day
Historic Collect
Let your merciful ears, O Lord, be open to the prayers of your humble servants; that you may hear our petitions. In all things, help us to ask for what will please you; through your Son, Jesus Christ, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. (Gelasian Sacramentary, 7th Century)
Thematic Collect
Gracious God, in you we find our peace, comfort, and rest. In the midst of the harried pace and chattering noises of our world, you call to us lovingly to find our life in your son Jesus. Teach us to be still, to listen, and to follow; through Jesus Christ, our Lord.  Amen.

Prayers of the Church
For Reconciliation in Christ
Almighty and merciful God, create in your church faithful stewards of the divine mystery which you have revealed in Jesus. Through his body on earth draw all people to Christ that they might be reconciled to you and know the peace that comes only through faith in the redeeming work of the cross. Lord, in your mercy … hear our prayer.
For Vacation Bible School
Gathering God, we pray for congregations who will offer a vacation Bible school program this summer. Bless the teachers and volunteers with imagination, creativity, and joy in their working. Through their efforts reveal your love and life-giving gospel to children in communities across our nation. For those who know it well and those who will hear it for the first time, may the Gospel fall on upon open hearts and minds.  Lord, in your mercy … hear our prayer.
For Removal of Barriers 
Lord God, just as you brought down the walls of Jericho, we pray that you would break down the barriers that prohibit us from reaching out in love to all God’s children. Move us beyond economic, racial, and class distinctions in our service to those in need. Give us a true evangelical spirit, to reach out in love to all people.  Lord, in your mercy … hear our prayer.
For Physical and Emotional Healing 
Healing and sanctifying Spirit, we pray for your work to be done in all who suffer from emotional or physical illness. Bless the healing hands that you have called and sent to care for your people. Grant your comfort and peace to all who need your healing touch. [We pray particularly for …].   Lord in your mercy … hear our prayer.