Author: THERESA JACOBSON

Sola Publishing – Prayers of the Church
Baptism of Our Lord – January 10, 2027
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Prayers of the Day
Historical Collect
Heavenly Father, in Jesus’ baptism you declared him to be your beloved Son and set him apart as your agent of grace for your creation. May we who are baptized into his life also be sent as agents of grace in your world; through Jesus Christ, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit. Amen. 
Thematic Collect 
Heavenly Father, the Spirit revealed Jesus as your beloved Son at his baptism in the river Jordan.  Through our own baptism you call us your children and draw us into abundant and eternal life with Jesus. May the Spirit grant us a rebirth and daily transform us into those who reveal your love to the world; through Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen.
Prayers of the Church
Renewal Through Baptism
Heavenly Father, we give thanks for the new year that is upon us and for the new life in Christ that is within us. May we hold fast to your promise through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, that we are indeed free from sin’s control and have new life because he gave his own life for us. Help us to remember and recall our baptism into this new life so that we may share the hope and peace we have in you. Lord in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Care for Caregivers
Gracious and merciful Father, we pray for all who are in the midst of taking care of loved ones. May they feel your presence and guidance to be compassionate caregivers revealing your continuous love through them. Give them patience and understanding as we are reminded of your promise through the power of the Holy Spirit. Lord in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Church Leaders
Lord, Heavenly Father, help us consistently care for the leaders and pastors of our church. May we continue to lift them up in prayer for their own well-being and for the well-being of the whole church. We thank you for their presence in the church and in the world as beacons of light and hope to a people in need of your peace, presence, and hope. Lord in your mercy, hear our prayer. 
Health and Wellness
Lord Jesus, Almighty Healer, we pray for those who are afflicted with chronic pain, depression, and other health issues that affect their way of living in this world. May the promise of eternal life with you give us all the hope we need to sustain us. [We remember especially….] Lord in your mercy, hear our prayer.