Prayer for the Day
A prayer for those who mourn
Creator God,
risen Christ,
life-giving Spirit,
You weep with those who weep,
you comfort those who mourn,
you bring beauty from the ashes,
you bring life from death,
your presence brings peace and joy.
For those who mourn and grieve and
need hope,
may they know your invitation to join
with you in the dance of life. Amen.
Alternative Prayer for the Day
A contemplative breath prayer
“May those who sow in tears reap with shouts of joy.”
Psalm 126:5
(Breathe in) Though I may sow tears, (Breathe out) I will reap joy.
A prayer that Christ may dwell within us
Dwell within us, O Christ, as we go about our work in quietness and peace; rejoice with us in the work you have given us to do; bless us in the love you have called us to share, and be present in the message you have summoned us to speak.
Isabella Gilmore, Pioneer Anglican deaconess (1842-1923)
Wednesday 01 January 2020
After eight days had passed, it was time to circumcise the child; and he was called Jesus, the name given by the angel before he was conceived in the womb. (v. 21)
Luke 2:15-21