Prayer

God of all abilities,

You have gifted each of us with unique and wonderful abilities. Every person should be valued for being a beloved child of God, rather than for having the same talents and skills as everybody else. Help us to understand that the term 'disability' could be seen as 'other ability,' for we are all endowed with different talents granted by you. Guide us to see as you see and to celebrate the skills and talents of everyone. Amen.

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Gracious God,

As a healthcare system, we understand the critical importance of safety, especially concerning our patients. Guide us during this month of prevention against sharps injuries, helping us to exercise great care when using sharp objects ourselves and when instructing patients on the proper use of needles and other sharps to avoid injury. In gratitude for your constant care and protection, we pray. Amen.

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Loving God,

As we enter into this first week of Advent—a time of waiting, reflecting, and praying, help us remember that it is a journey not to be rushed; rather, in the quiet of this season, may we unite in prayer for the good of all people, especially for those who are poor, vulnerable and underserved. In anticipation, we pray. Amen.

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God of grace,

We have so much to be grateful for each and every day, from the moment we open our eyes to the morning sunlight until we close them again at the day’s end. Our days are filled with opportunities to say "Thank you" for all the blessings we have received. Yet, at times, we forget these two important words and take things for granted. Help us to be ever mindful of the importance of living in a state of gratitude, for it is then that we are filled with your grace. Amen.

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God of compassion,

Our mission as a ministry is to extend your compassion in ways that truly relieve the burdens of others. As people of conscience and as an organization together, we ask you to make us more effective in our mission by empowering us, not only to accompany others through all kinds of pain and suffering, but also to heal and transform the communities around us. As those who eagerly desire to be instruments of your healing and grace, we pray, use us today! Amen.

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Always good God,

May those who are gathering with friends and family today be filled with genuine joy and gratitude for the love they are privileged to share. May those who are serving others today, providing care without unceasing, be given an abundance of rest and refreshment in exchange for their sacrifices. And for all those who are suffering today, grieving the absence of belonging or struggling to feel grateful, we pray that a spirit of hospitality would impel those around them to gather them in, lift their hearts, and love and support them. With thanks to you, for your unending love and faithfulness to us, Amen.

Prayer

God of life,

We know the life of faith involves risk, yet we often find reasons to hunker down and remain in our zones of comfort. Give us courage instead to step out once more, like Peter your disciple, who followed your voice and walked on water. Yes, may we follow the examples of all of those before us who so boldly answered your call, risking their own sense of safety so that your compassionate ministry could more effectively reach those in need. For the sake of the great things you are eager to do through us today, make us as bold, ready to answer your call. Amen.