Sola Publishing – Prayers of the Church
Christmas 2 – January 4, 2026
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Prayers of the Day
Historical Collect
Almighty and everlasting God, direct our actions according to your good pleasure, that in the name of your beloved Son, we might be made to abound in good works. Grant this, we pray, through Jesus Christ, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. (Evangelical Lutheran Liturgy, 1894)
Thematic Collect
God of Majesty, may your Holy Spirit provoke us to follow your Son in all obedience and humility, growing in spiritual wisdom and maturity, so that through us, all creation will come to know the praise of your glory. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.
Prayers of the Church
For the Incarnation (Time after Christmas)
Incarnate God, your childhood was marked by the fullness of human experiences. As our daily lives unfold, we will encounter triumphs and trials, joys and sorrows.  Remind us often that none of our experiences will unfold without the presence of your Holy Spirit, and through his power keep us faithful to your mission in the face of all we encounter.  Lord in your mercy … hear our prayer.
For Teachers of the Word 
Gracious Father, give speech and wisdom to those whom you have called to teach your sacred Word. Fill them with your Spirit and inspire them with your power that they may speak for you. Open the ears and hearts of all to who hear the message of your servants, that your promise would engender faith within them.  Lord in your mercy … hear our prayer.
For the Education Ministries of the Church
Gracious God, we pray for the education ministries of our congregation [especially …]. May your Word be planted in the hearts of the children who experience these ministries that they may bear fruit in acts of loving-kindness.  Lord in your mercy … hear our prayer.
For Healing 
Heavenly Father, you care tenderly for all who suffer the infirmities of old age, illness or injury of the body, and wounds to the mind and spirit. Be present to all who have any need of you for healing, [especially …].  Comfort them by your compassion even as they wait upon healing and health, and give them relief from all that ails them. Lord in your mercy … hear our prayer.