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The Epiphany
Isaiah 60. 1–6: Ps. 72. [1–9] 10–15: Ephesians 3. 1–12: Matthew 2. 1–12
Lord of light and love, let the radiance of your presence be a light to our path and a guide on our journey. Banish from us all deeds of darkness, that we may come to your presence and walk before you as children of light; through him who is the light of the world, Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
O God, who by the leading of the star brought people of various nations to worship before you, give guidance to all who are seekers, all reaching out to extend their vision and their lives.
We pray for all pilgrims and those who are seeking to deepen their faith.
Grant that your church may be welcoming and sensitive to all who are looking for meaning and purpose.
We pray especially for all who teach and preach about you and your love.
We pray for those who do not know or love you, and for the mission of our church.
Lord, come into the world.
Lighten our darkness.
We pray for nations that are emerging into a new freedom or awareness.
We remember countries where people are oppressed or suffer tyranny.
We pray especially for those recovering from war or from disasters.
O Lord, bless the work of relief organizations and all who care for the poor.
We remember in our prayers all who are travellers at this time, all who are homeless, all who are refugees.
Lord, come into the world.
Lighten our darkness.
We give thanks, O Lord, that you are present in our homes and in our lives:
we seek your blessing and your guidance.
We pray for friends and loved ones, especially any in trouble or in need.
Bless all who through their talents and generosity have enriched our lives.
We pray for all who live in sordid homes or places of squalor.
Lord, come into the world.
Lighten our darkness.
Lord, we give thanks that you seek out and save the lost.
We pray for all who have lost their way, who have been side-tracked,
who are living below their potential or their abilities,
all whose lives are unfulfilled, all restricted by oppression or illness:
we remember the chronically ill, those in constant pain, the depressed and the despairing.
Lord, come into the world.
Lighten our darkness.
We pray for all who are coming to the end of their journey here on earth and pray that they may come into your presence and kingdom.
We pray for all who have come before your face and rejoice in the fullness of life eternal.
Lord, come into the world.
Lighten our darkness.
THE PEACE
The light of Christ lead you into the way of peace.
The peace of the Lord be always with you
and also with you.
THE BLESSING
The light of the Creator shine upon you.
The light of the Saviour scatter the darkness from before you.
The light of the Spirit guide you into the fullness of glory.
And the blessing ...
The Baptism of Christ (The First Sunday of Epiphany)
Isaiah 43. 1–7: Ps. 29: Acts 8. 14–17: Luke 3. 15–17, 21–22
Lord, you have called us. Make us worthy of our calling, that, in the mighty name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit, we may rejoice in your love and saving power, and proclaim your presence and glory in the world; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who is alive and reigns with you, Almighty Father, and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Loving God, we give thanks that you have called us and that we belong to you.
Take us, Lord, and do with us as you desire.
Protect us from all that is evil and lead us into the ways of peace.
We pray for all who are being prepared for baptism or confirmation, for Godparents and sponsors,
for all who are seeking to immerse themselves in your presence and love.
Give strength to your people.
Immerse us in your presence and peace.
We seek to know your love for the world and that the world is in your heart.
We pray for all who are working for peace, all who are seeking to improve our world.
We remember all who are struggling to gain freedom and independence, for emerging nations and communities.
We pray especially for any who are suffering from ethnic violence or prejudice, for countries and peoples who are at war.
Give strength to your people.
Immerse us in your presence and peace.
Holy and Mighty God, enfold us in your peace:
may your presence be known, your kingdom come, in our hearts, in our homes and in our land.
We pray for our loved ones, especially for any who are
distressed at this time.
Give strength to your people.
Immerse us in your presence and peace.
We remember before you all who feel unwanted or neglected: we remember lonely people and all who have no one to care for them.
We pray today for those who are mentally disturbed,
all who by the nature of their illness are kept in institutions.
We pray for friends and loved ones who are ill .....................
Give strength to your people.
Immerse us in your presence and peace.
We rejoice with the church triumphant and pray for loved ones who have entered life eternal and now rest in the love of the Father, the peace of the Son, and the life of the Holy Spirit.
Give strength to your people.
Immerse us in your presence and peace.
THE PEACE
God says: Do not be afraid, for I have redeemed you;
I have called you by your name, you are mine.
The peace of the Lord be always with you
and also with you.
THE BLESSING
The Father, who created you, is with you;
the Son, who redeemed you, is with you;
the Spirit, who strengthens you, is with you;
the Holy Three enfold you; and the blessing ...
The Second Sunday of Epiphany
Isaiah 62. 1–5: Ps. 36. 5–10:1 Corinthians 12. 1–11:John 2. 1–11
Almighty and everlasting God, you give gifts to all your people:
you give us the power and ability to do what you would have us do.
Help us to use the gifts you have given us for the benefit of others and to your glory;
through Jesus Christ our Lord,
who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,
one God, now and for ever. Amen.
We give thanks to you, O Lord, for all who enrich our world by their talents and abilities.
We pray for those with the gift of healing and for all healing ministries.
We pray for those who are visionaries and those who plan our future:
may we all exercise the gift of discernment and distinguish the true from the false.
We pray for all who are preparing for marriage, for all who have recently fallen in love.
We remember homes where there is tension or estrangement and all homes where there is a breakdown in marriage or in relationships.
Lord, come to us (who are empty)
and fill us with your love.
Lord, who has given us this world and all that is in it, help us to use its resources properly,
that we do not waste now what should be saved for the future:
that the resources of the sea are not over-used, that fossil fuels are not too easily spent.
We pray that we take care not to pollute the earth or our environment.
Bless all who are seeking to conserve and to protect our natural resources.
We pray for countries whose crops have failed, whose harvest is poor, and for all who live in desert places.
Lord, come to us (who are empty)
and fill us with your love.
We rejoice, O God, that you delight in us.
You will not leave us desolate: you are God who renews and restores your creation.
We pray that we may learn to delight in each other and give our attention and love to each other.
Bless our homes and our loved ones with your fullness;
renew and restore us in strength and in love.
We pray for all who are struggling in their relationships.
Lord, come to us (who are empty)
and fill us with your love.
We pray for all who have been made to feel inadequate or unwanted,
for all who feel as if they have run out of energy or hope,
for all who feel empty or that life is too much for them.
We remember the despairing, the despondent, and all who feel utterly drained.
Lord, come to us (who are empty)
and fill us with your love.
We rejoice with all who have received of your fullness in your kingdom,
all who have been restored and renewed by your love and saving power.
We pray for loved ones departed, especially .....................
Lord, come to us (who are empty)
and fill us with your love.
THE PEACE
The gift of the Spirit fills us with love, joy and peace.
The peace of the Lord be always with you
and also with you.
THE BLESSING
The Almighty God, the giver of all good gifts, fill you with joy, peace and love; and the blessing of ...
The Third Sunday of Epiphany
Nehemiah 8. 1–3, 5–6, 8–10: Ps. 19. 1–6 [7–14]: 1 Corinthians 12. 12–31a: Luke 4. 14–21
Lord, as you have called us to share in your outreach of love to the world, fill us with the power of your Spirit, that, in your strength and by your guidance, we may lead others to be aware of you, and live to your praise and glory; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Lord of all joy, you are our hope and our strength, a very present help in all troubles.
We give thanks for all who tell of your love by translating the Scriptures, by preaching the word, by teaching the faith.
We pray for all who are standing up for what they believe, and speaking out against evil and tyranny.
We remember before you all Christians who are being persecuted for their faith: all who are oppressed, mocked,
scorned, those who are suffering through the prejudice or vested interests of others.
Lord, renew your people
and sustain us by your mighty power.
We give thanks for all who are working for the care and renewal of our earth.
Give guidance and courage to all who work in conservation and ecology,
all who care for oppressed peoples and minority groups,
all who look after the lost and rejected in our world.
Give wisdom and love to all who are working for peace and justice.
Lord, renew your people
and sustain us by your mighty power.
We give you thanks for all who have been a strength and support to us.
We pray for the work of the Samaritans and all who guide or counsel others.
We remember any of our loved ones who are in need.
May we always have a respect and sensitivity towards each other.
We pray especially for any who are suffering from broken relationships.
