Thanks

Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving

Prayer

Gracious God, today, we pause to give thanks. We give thanks for our families, for our friends, for the opportunity to do meaningful work, and especially for the gift of your presence and love in our lives. May our celebration instill within us a spirit of gratitude that shapes our living throughout the year. May we always be mindful of the many blessings in our lives and always committed to responding to your call to be a blessing in the lives of others. In gratitude, we pray. Amen.

Family

Family

Prayer

Lord of all, the holiday season this year will be unlike any other we have experienced. Yet, thanks to technology, there will still be opportunities to be with family. Fill our hearts with gratitude for our families. Inspire us to find safe ways to be together and to strengthen the bonds that unite us. May we be mindful of the many who suffer because of the pandemic and thankful for the many working to keep us heathy and safe. With trust in you, we pray. Amen.

Gratitude

Gratitude

Prayer

Gracious God, as we watch the news with anxiety, we remember the many people on the front lines who work each day to keep us safe and healthy, provided for, and encouraged. Keep close to you today all those workers on the front line who risk their health and safety to protect us. Fill them with your Holy Spirit that they might continue to perform their sacred mission and fill our hearts with gratitude for the service and care they offer. Amen.

Steadfast Love

Steadfast Love

Prayer

God of goodness and peace, Your love for us is unwavering. In good times and in bad, on days of sunshine and days of rain, your love remains. Help us to be mindful today and all days of the bounty of your love. Fill us with your Holy Spirit that we may respond with commitment and courage to your call to love others as you love us. Stir within us a spirit of thanksgiving for your goodness and an openness to share your goodness with others. We pray in your name. Amen.