11/03/2020

A special prayer from Bishop Dillahunt

God, in Jesus Christ, you have redeemed us through the life, death and resurrection of your son
Jesus. Grant your unending power to create life where there is death, calm where storms rage,
peace where there is unrest, justice where there is injustice, humility where there is
haughtiness, love where there is hate and indifference, healing where there is sickness, hope
where there is hopelessness. Sustain us all by your patient power through the Holy Spirit. Guide
us in the way of truth and life for Jesus’ sake. Direct us to do your will. Show us the way to
grace and love that we are Jesus’ feet, hands and voice sharing the Gospel’s message by
showing grace and mercy. Help us to pray for each other and let the peace of God which
surpasses all understanding keep our hearts and our minds in Christ Jesus. Amen.

“Finally, beloved, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is pure, whatever is
pleasing, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence and if there is anything worthy of
praise, think about these things. Keep on doing the things that you have learned and received
and heard and seen in me, and the God of peace will be with you.” Philippians 4:8-9 NRSV