Sola Publishing – Prayers of the Church
Twenty-second Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 27)– November 9, 2025
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Prayer of the Day
Historical Collect
Stir up the wills of your faithful people, O Lord, because the more they are inclined to bear the fruit of your good work, the more generously they will receive your gracious healing. Grant this, we pray, 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
Everlasting God, our Alpha and Omega, stir in your church a renewed sense of joy in the promise of the resurrection that we might live lives of humble service and overflowing grace as we wait for the coming of your Son. We ask this 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 the Witness of the Church
For the whole Church, the vine you have planted, of which you have made us the branches: Father, grant that we may bear that fruit you are seeking, that we may know love as you have defined it in the life and death of your Son for us, and that our love may be real and lively, a witness to your love for us all. Lord in your mercy … hear our prayer.
For the Forgiveness of Christ
Lord Jesus, you came to give your life for us, so that we would be forgiven. Let us never turn our eyes from you or seek salvation in anyone else. Keep us bound to you as our great High Priest forever, just as you live and reign with the Father and Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Lord in your mercy … hear our prayer.
For Veterans and those Affected by War
Gracious God, you know the battles we face every day. We ask that you bring healing to this world torn asunder by violence, bloodshed and war. Sustain veterans, survivors, and all those who have suffered the effects of war. Grant them hope, peace, and the safety of rest in you. Lord in your mercy … hear our prayer.
For Those in Need 
Abiding Lord, your constant presence gives us hope to face each day with all its challenges that are difficult to understand. Bring your healing touch to all who are hurting [especially …]. Your Spirit gives life today and into eternity. Bring your healing spirit into these lives.  Lord in your mercy … hear our prayer.