Author: THERESA JACOBSON

Sola Publishing – Prayers of the Church
Thanksgiving Day (Canada) – October 13, 2025
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Prayer of the Day
Historical Collect
Almighty God, our heavenly Father, your mercies are new to us every morning, and you abundantly provide for all our wants of body and soul, though we have not deserved your goodness. Give us your Holy Spirit, that we may heartily acknowledge your merciful goodness toward us, give thanks for all your benefits, and serve you in willing obedience; through Jesus Christ, your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. (Evangelical Lutheran Liturgy, 1894)
Thematic Collect
Heavenly Father, our lives are filled with the abundance of your grace and mercy.  We thank you for the good things of your creation that fill our lives. May our gratitude be so abundant that it flows into radical generosity that reflects your boundless love for all; 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 Grace to Follow Christ
Lord, you call us to walk a narrow way. Grant us the faith to know your Son, Jesus Christ, as the way, the truth, and the life, and to walk with him on the path that leads to eternal life.  Lord in your mercy … hear our prayer.
For Thankful Hearts 
Holy Father, risen and ascended Lord, sanctifying Spirit, we glorify you and praise your Holy Name. We give thanks for all your gifts and benefits. Help us to see your hands at work in the world, and for all your blessings, we ask that you would give us truly thankful hearts. Lord in your mercy … hear our prayer.
For Stewardship of Creation 
Blessed are you, O Lord our God, Maker of all things. We give you thanks for the nurture and care you provide the creation. Inspire our love for all you have made, by making us good stewards of all that belongs to you, that we may do your will and live wisely as your servants in this world.  Lord, in your mercy … hear our prayer.  
For the Sick 
God of compassion, strengthen with your healing power those whose names we bring to you in prayer. Look upon those who are sick and surround them with your love [especially …]. Send them men and women skilled in using your good gifts of medicine. By your Spirit, move us to be among the instruments you use to offer comfort where we have the opportunity. Lord in your mercy … hear our prayer.