MORNING PRAYERS, MARCH 2021:
MONDAY
Refrain:
Arrows of Light, come, pierce my soul!
Breath of the Bright Wind, make us one!
Jesus' Prayer:
Earth-maker, life-giver, pain-bearer,
Source of all that is and all that shall be,
Father and Mother of us all,
Loving God in whom is heaven:
May the hallowing of your name
echo through the universe!
May your heavenly will be done
by all creatures great and small!
And may your commonwealth
of peace and freedom
sustain our hope and come on earth!
With the bread we need this day, feed us.
For the hurt we inflict on one another, forgive us.
By your grace and mercy,
strengthen us through seasons of temptation,
and spare us from trials too great to endure.
Free us from bigotry and evil, for service and truth.
For you reign in the glory of the power that is Love. Amen.
Refrain:
Arrows of Light, come, pierce my soul!
Peace to you, dear friends! When we pray together -- as we do here -- we lean into the grace of God, the mercy of God, and the beloved community that is our true hope and calling. So welcome to this circle of sisterhood, brotherhood and prayer!
Praise:
Creek Alleluya
Focal Scripture:
Listen for the words of our teacher, for the wisdom of our ancestors, for the Spirit of God:
From the Gospel of Mark:
One of the scholars came near and asked him, ‘Which commandment is the first of all?’ Jesus answered, ‘The first is, “Hear, O Israel: the Lord our God, the Lord is one; you shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your mind, and with all your strength.” The second is this, “You shall love your neighbor as yourself.” There is no other commandment greater than these.’
The word of God for the people of faith.
Praise:
Creek Alleluya
Ten Minutes of Silence & Meditation:
You’re invited to experience the active, generous presence of God—in your body, in your soul, in our ruah. Remember that the Bible uses this one Hebrew word (ruah) for “spirit” and for “wind” and for “breath.” As we sit quietly and breath mindfully, we are aware of the Spirit’s tender and resilient movement in our lives.
If your mind wanders, do not be harsh or judgmental. Simply notice the wandering mind, and then return to your breath. Return to the Spirit who is your companion in prayer.
The Bell Rings:
In breathing, we rest in You.
In resting, we rejoice in You.
In rejoicing, we are one with You.
Prayers of the People:
Kyrie eleison, Kyrie eleison
Holy One, have mercy on us
Jesus Christ, have mercy on us
Kyri-Kyrie eleison.
Let us pray for the world, and for our neighbors, and for one another.
For those who are sick and ailing today, for those who are anxious and frightened today, and for the caregivers, nurses and doctors devoted to their well-being--that all may know the generous spirit of grace and peace:
God, have mercy.
For all who seek racial justice, and for those committed to systemic and consequential change on the path to nonviolent and just national renewal:
God, have mercy.
For immigrants and refugees so far from home, that their hearts may be strengthened by faith and that their journeys to freedom be hastened by grace:
God, have mercy.
For our friends incarcerated in institutions and jails, especially those at the Strafford County Jail in Dover, and for prisoners of conscience living for freedom, that holy hope rise in their hearts and mercy make them wise:
God, have mercy.
For so many other friends, partners and antagonists,
that they too may know comfort and companionship among friends;
we pray for them by name:
(You're invited to offer into prayer the names of those you hold in love or gratitude today.)
Kyrie eleison, Kyrie eleison
Holy One, have mercy on us
Jesus Christ, have mercy on us
Kyri-Kyrie eleison.
Our Intention:
I invite you now to consider your own intention for the day to come: how you might face the opportunities, responsibilities and mysteries that stretch out across morning, afternoon and nightime. How do you intend to live this day, the day you're given, on planet earth? And in a quiet moment, offer this intention to God, and receive God's promise of companionship and blessing.
People's Response:
“Jesu Tawapano” (Jesus, we are here for you.)
Blessing:
May the Grace of God --
Whose voice calls the mountains to laughter
and the oceans to song;
And the Love of Jesus –
Whose hands heal the broken and welcome the lost;
And the Great Spirit of Life –
Whose freedom is beyond all knowing and control;
May this One Holy God
Speak your name and awaken your courage today;
That by your breath, by your life, by your very being,
The world might know the blessing
And the power and the peace of God’s Love.
May it be so. With you. And with us all.
Amen.
Until next time, my friends, in all things and in all ways, BE WELL AND LIVE INTO THE BLESSING OF YOUR LIFE!
Refrain
We are one in the Spirit, we are one in the Lord
We are one in the Spirit, we are one in the Lord
We are one in the Spirit, we are one in the Lord
Every day in you is glory, every prayer a holy chord,
And we'll live to love each other, in your name, in your name,
And we'll live to love each other, in your name.
Jesus' Prayer:
Earth-maker, life-giver, pain-bearer,
Source of all that is and all that shall be,
Father and Mother of us all,
Loving God in whom is heaven:
May the hallowing of your name
echo through the universe!
May your heavenly will be done
by all creatures great and small!
And may your commonwealth
of peace and freedom
sustain our hope and come on earth!
With the bread we need this day, feed us.
For the hurt we inflict on one another, forgive us.
By your grace and mercy,
strengthen us through seasons of temptation,
and spare us from trials too great to endure.
Free us from bigotry and evil, for service and truth.
For you reign in the glory of the power that is Love. Amen.
Refrain
We are one in the Spirit, we are one in the Lord
We are one in the Spirit, we are one in the Lord
We are one in the Spirit, we are one in the Lord
Every day in you is glory, every prayer a holy chord,
And we'll live to love each other, in your name, in your name,
And we'll live to love each other, in your name.
Peace to you, dear friends! When we pray together -- as we do here -- we lean into the grace of God, the mercy of God, and the beloved community that is our true hope and calling. So welcome to this circle of sisterhood, brotherhood and prayer!
Praise:
Creek Alleluya
Focal Scripture:
Listen for the words of our scripture, for the wisdom of our ancestors, for the Spirit of God:
From the First Letter of John:
Beloved, let us love one another, because love is from God; and everyone who loves is born of God and knows God. Whoever does not love does not know God, for God is love. God's love was revealed to us in this way: God sent an only Son into the world so that we might live through the Son. In this, then, is love: not that we loved God but that God loved us and sent this same Christ to be our reconcilation and our peace. Beloved, since God loved us so much, we also ought to love one another. For no one has ever seen God; but if we love one another, God lives in us, and God's love becomes flesh and bone and truth in us.
The word of God for the people of faith.
Praise:
Creek Alleluya
Ten Minutes of Silence & Meditation:
You’re invited to experience the active, generous presence of God—in your body, in your soul, in our ruah. Remember that the Bible uses this one Hebrew word (ruah) for “spirit” and for “wind” and for “breath.” As we sit quietly and breath mindfully, we are aware of the Spirit’s tender and resilient movement in our lives.
If your mind wanders, do not be harsh or judgmental. Simply notice the wandering mind, and then return to your breath. Return to the Spirit who is your companion in prayer.
The Bell Rings:
In breathing, we rest in You.
In resting, we rejoice in You.
In rejoicing, we are one with You.
Prayers of the People:
Kyrie eleison, Kyrie eleison
Holy One, have mercy on us
Jesus Christ, have mercy on us
Kyri-Kyrie eleison.
Let us pray for the world, and for our neighbors, and for one another.
For those who are sick and ailing today, for those who are anxious and frightened today, and for the caregivers, nurses and doctors devoted to their well-being--that all may know the generous spirit of grace and peace:
God, have mercy.
For all who seek racial justice, and for those committed to systemic and consequential change on the path to nonviolent and just national renewal:
God, have mercy.
For immigrants and refugees so far from home, that their hearts may be strengthened by faith and that their journeys to freedom be hastened by grace:
God, have mercy.
For our friends incarcerated in institutions and jails, especially those at the Strafford County Jail in Dover, and for prisoners of conscience living for freedom, that holy hope rise in their hearts and mercy make them wise:
God, have mercy.
For so many other friends, partners and antagonists,
that they too may know comfort and companionship among friends;
we pray for them by name:
(You're invited to offer into prayer the names of those you hold in love or gratitude today.)
Kyrie eleison, Kyrie eleison
Holy One, have mercy on us
Jesus Christ, have mercy on us
Kyri-Kyrie eleison.
Our Intention:
I invite you now to consider your own intention for the day to come: how you might face the opportunities, responsibilities and mysteries that stretch out across morning, afternoon and nightime. How do you intend to live this day, the day you're given, on planet earth? And in a quiet moment, offer this intention to God, and receive God's promise of companionship and blessing.
People's Response
“Olam chesed yibaneh” (God will build this world from love...Psalm 89)
Blessing:
By the Wisdom of Mother God,
we are made wise and bold
in the things that make for peace;
By the Tenderness of Brother Jesus,
we are made strong and soft
in the ways of sibling service; and,
By the Breath of the Holy Spirit,
by the ruach, by the fire of Pentecost,
we are made one,
One people, one planet, one communion
created for lovingkindness and justice.
So we go in peace, one people. Amen.
Until next time, my friends, in all things and in all ways, BE WELL AND LIVE INTO THE BLESSING OF YOUR LIFE!
WEDNESDAY
Refrain
This little light of mine, I'm gonna let it shine...
My God gave it to me, I'm gonna let it shine...
Jesus' Prayer:
Earth-maker, life-giver, pain-bearer,
Source of all that is and all that shall be,
Father and Mother of us all,
Loving God in whom is heaven:
May the hallowing of your name
echo through the universe!
May your heavenly will be done
by all creatures great and small!
And may your commonwealth
of peace and freedom
sustain our hope and come on earth!
With the bread we need this day, feed us.
For the hurt we inflict on one another, forgive us.
By your grace and mercy,
strengthen us through seasons of temptation,
and spare us from trials too great to endure.
Free us from bigotry and evil, for service and truth.
For you reign in the glory of the power that is Love. Amen.
Refrain
All across the world, I'm gonna let it shine...
Peace to you, dear friends! When we pray together -- as we do here -- we lean into the grace of God, the mercy of God, and the beloved community that is our true hope and calling. So welcome to this circle of sisterhood, brotherhood and prayer!
Focal Scripture:
Listen for the words of our teacher, for the wisdom of our ancestors, for the Spirit of God:
From the Gospel of Matthew:
Look at the eagles, the osprey, the mischeivous magpie; these birds neither sow nor reap nor gather into barns, and yet your God in mercy feeds them, delights in them, provides for them. And you too are precious, sacred, holy in God's heart. So is it so that, by worrying, you can add even an hour to your span of life? And why do you worry about clothing? Consider the lilies of the field, the tulips in your garden, how they grow; they neither toil nor spin, yet I tell you, even Solomon in all his glory was not clothed like one of these flowers. Indeed your God in mercy knows that you need these things. But strive first for the kingdom of God, for the commonwealth of peace, and for God's righteousness, and all these other things will be given to you as well.
The word of God for the people of faith.
Praise:
Creek Alleluya
Ten Minutes of Silence & Meditation:
You’re invited to experience the active, generous presence of God—in your body, in your soul, in our ruah. Remember that the Bible uses this one Hebrew word (ruah) for “spirit” and for “wind” and for “breath.” As we sit quietly and breath mindfully, we are aware of the Spirit’s tender and resilient movement in our lives.
If your mind wanders, do not be harsh or judgmental. Simply notice the wandering mind, and then return to your breath. Return to the Spirit who is your companion in prayer.
The Bell Rings:
In breathing, we rest in You.
In resting, we rejoice in You.
In rejoicing, we are one with You.
Prayers of the People:
Kyrie eleison, Kyrie eleison
Holy One, have mercy on us
Jesus Christ, have mercy on us
Kyri-Kyrie eleison.
Let us pray for the world, and for our neighbors, and for one another.
For those who are sick and ailing today, for those who are anxious and frightened today--that all may know the generous spirit of grace and peace:
God, have mercy.
For all who seek racial justice, and for those committed to systemic change on the path to nonviolent national renewal:
God, have mercy.
For immigrants and refugees so far from home, that their hearts may be strengthened by faith and that their journeys to freedom be hastened by grace:
God, have mercy.
For our friends incarcerated in institutions and jails and for prisoners of conscience living for freedom, that holy hope rise in their hearts and mercy make them wise:
God, have mercy.
For so many other friends, partners and antagonists,
that they too may know comfort and companionship among friends;
we pray for them by name:
(You're invited to offer into prayer the names of those you hold in love or gratitude today.)
Kyrie eleison, Kyrie eleison
Holy One, have mercy on us
Jesus Christ, have mercy on us
Kyri-Kyrie eleison.
Our Intention:
I invite you now to consider your own intention for the day to come: how you might face the opportunities, responsibilities and mysteries that stretch out across morning, afternoon and nightime. How do you intend to live this day, the day you're given, on planet earth? And in a quiet moment, offer this intention to God, and receive God's promise of companionship and blessing.
People's Response
“Olam chesed yibaneh” (God will build this world from love...Psalm 89)
Blessing:
There is a Love
that meets our deepest need with grace
There is a Grace
that renews every soul and refreshes every thirst
There is a Thirst
that joins us in communion to the
One Holy and Eternal God
whose passion is unity
whose delight is peace
whose light shines in your hearts now and always.
Go with Christ to shine, to love, to thirst.
Amen and amen.
Until next time, my friends, in all things and in all ways, BE WELL AND LIVE INTO THE BLESSING OF YOUR LIFE!
THURSDAY
Refrain
Night turns to day, dark welcomes dawn:
O Christ, our Light and our Wisdom,
Your gospel is peace.
Jesus' Prayer:
Earth-maker, life-giver, pain-bearer,
Source of all that is and all that shall be,
Father and Mother of us all,
Loving God in whom is heaven:
May the hallowing of your name
echo through the universe!
May your heavenly will be done
by all creatures great and small!
And may your commonwealth
of peace and freedom
sustain our hope and come on earth!
With the bread we need this day, feed us.
For the hurt we inflict on one another, forgive us.
By your grace and mercy,
strengthen us through seasons of temptation,
and spare us from trials too great to endure.
Free us from bigotry and evil, for service and truth.
For you reign in the glory of the power that is Love. Amen.
Refrain
Night turns to day, dark welcomes dawn:
O Christ, our Light and our Wisdom,
Your gospel is peace.
Peace to you, dear friends! When we pray together -- as we do here -- we lean into the grace of God, the mercy of God, and the beloved community that is our true hope and calling. So I welcome you to this circle of communion and prayer! This is a day of God's making.
Praise:
Creek Alleluya
Focal Scripture:
Listen for the words of our teacher, for the wisdom of our ancestors, for the Spirit of God:
From the Gospel of Matthew:
‘When the Human One comes in glory, and all the angels too, then he will sit on the throne of grace and glory. All the nations will be gathered before him...and he will say to those at his right hand, “Come, you that are blessed by the God of Mercy, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world; for I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me, I was naked and you gave me clothing, I was sick and you took care of me, I was in prison and you visited me.”
The word of God for the people of faith.
Praise:
Creek Alleluya
Ten Minutes of Silence & Meditation:
You’re invited to experience the active, generous presence of God—in your body, in your soul, in our ruah. Remember that the Bible uses this one Hebrew word (ruah) for “spirit” and for “wind” and for “breath.” As we sit quietly and breath mindfully, we are aware of the Spirit’s tender and resilient movement in our lives.
If your mind wanders, do not be harsh or judgmental. Simply notice the wandering mind, and then return to your breath. Return to the Spirit who is your companion in prayer.
The Bell Rings:
In breathing, we rest in You.
In resting, we rejoice in You.
In rejoicing, we are one with You.
Prayers of the People:
Kyrie eleison, Kyrie eleison
Holy One, have mercy on us
Jesus Christ, have mercy on us
Kyri-Kyrie eleison.
Let us pray for the world, and for our neighbors, and for one another.
For those who are sick and ailing today, for those who are anxious and frightened today--that all may know the generous spirit of grace and peace:
God, have mercy.
For all who seek racial justice, and for those committed to systemic change on the path to nonviolent national renewal:
God, have mercy.
For immigrants and refugees so far from home, that their hearts may be strengthened by faith and that their journeys to freedom be hastened by grace:
God, have mercy.
For our friends incarcerated in institutions and jails and for prisoners of conscience living for freedom, that holy hope rise in their hearts and mercy make them wise:
God, have mercy.
For so many other friends, partners and antagonists,
that they too may know comfort and companionship among friends;
we pray for them by name:
(You're invited to offer into prayer the names of those you hold in love or gratitude today.)
Kyrie eleison, Kyrie eleison
Holy One, have mercy on us
Jesus Christ, have mercy on us
Kyri-Kyrie eleison.
Our Intention:
I invite you now to consider your own intention for the day to come: how you might face the opportunities, responsibilities and mysteries that stretch out across morning, afternoon and nightime. How do you intend to live this day, the day you're given, on planet earth? And in a quiet moment, offer this intention to God, and receive God's promise of companionship and blessing.
People's Response
“Peace / salaam / shalom”
Blessing:
May the Grace of God --
Whose voice calls the mountains to laughter
and the oceans to song;
And the Love of Jesus –
Whose hands heal the broken and welcome the lost;
And the Great Spirit of Life –
Whose freedom is beyond all knowing and control;
May this One Holy God
Speak your name and awaken your courage today;
That by your breath, by your life, by your very being,
The world might know the blessing
And the power and the peace of God’s Love.
May it be so. With you. And with us all.
Amen.
Until next time, my friends, in all things and in all ways, BE WELL AND LIVE INTO THE BLESSING OF YOUR LIFE!
FRIDAY
Refrain
In the morning when I rise
In the morning when I rise
In the morning when I rise
Give me Jesus
And when the world is spinnin' round
When the world is spinnin' round
When the world is spinnin' round
Give me Jesus
Jesus' Prayer:
Earth-maker, life-giver, pain-bearer,
Source of all that is and all that shall be,
Father and Mother of us all,
Loving God in whom is heaven:
May the hallowing of your name
echo through the universe!
May your heavenly will be done
by all creatures great and small!
And may your commonwealth
of peace and freedom
sustain our hope and come on earth!
With the bread we need this day, feed us.
For the hurt we inflict on one another, forgive us.
By your grace and mercy,
strengthen us through seasons of temptation,
and spare us from trials too great to endure.
Free us from bigotry and evil, for service and truth.
For you reign in the glory of the power that is Love. Amen.
Refrain
And when the world is spinnin' round
When the world is spinnin' round
When the world is spinnin' round
Give me Jesus
Give me Jesus, give me Jesus
You can have all your gold
But give me Jesus
Peace to you, dear friends! When we pray together -- as we do here -- we lean into the grace of God, the mercy of God, and the beloved community that is our true hope and calling. So I welcome you to this circle of communion and prayer! This is a day of God's making.
Praise:
Creek Alleluya
Focal Scripture:
Listen for the words of life, for the wisdom of our ancestors, for the Spirit of God:
From the Gospel of John:
Now before the festival of the Passover, Jesus knew that his hour had come to depart from this world and go to God. Having loved his own who were in the world, he loved them to the end. The tempter had already put it into the heart of Judas son of Simon Iscariot to betray him. And during supper Jesus, knowing that God had given all things into his hands, and that he had come from God and was going to God, got up from the table, took off his outer robe, and tied a towel around himself. Then he poured water into a basin and began to wash the disciples’ feet and to wipe them with the towel that was tied around him.
The word of God for the people of faith.
Praise:
Creek Alleluya
Ten Minutes of Silence & Meditation:
You’re invited to experience the active, generous presence of God—in your body, in your soul, in our ruah. Remember that the Bible uses this one Hebrew word (ruah) for “spirit” and for “wind” and for “breath.” As we sit quietly and breath mindfully, we are aware of the Spirit’s tender and resilient movement in our lives.
If your mind wanders, do not be harsh or judgmental. Simply notice the wandering mind, and then return to your breath. Return to the Spirit who is your companion in prayer.
The Bell Rings:
In breathing, we rest in You.
In resting, we rejoice in You.
In rejoicing, we are one with You.
Prayers of the People:
Kyrie eleison, Kyrie eleison
Holy One, have mercy on us
Jesus Christ, have mercy on us
Kyri-Kyrie eleison.
Let us pray for the world, and for our neighbors, and for one another.
For those who are sick and ailing today, for those who are anxious and frightened today--that all may know the generous spirit of grace and peace:
God, have mercy.
For all who seek racial justice, and for those committed to systemic change on the path to nonviolent national renewal:
God, have mercy.
For immigrants and refugees so far from home, that their hearts may be strengthened by faith and that their journeys to freedom be hastened by grace:
God, have mercy.
For our friends incarcerated in institutions and jails and for prisoners of conscience living for freedom, that holy hope rise in their hearts and mercy make them wise:
God, have mercy.
For so many other friends, partners and antagonists,
that they too may know comfort and companionship among friends;
we pray for them by name:
(You're invited to offer into prayer the names of those you hold in love or gratitude today.)
Kyrie eleison, Kyrie eleison
Holy One, have mercy on us
Jesus Christ, have mercy on us
Kyri-Kyrie eleison.
Our Intention:
I invite you now to consider your own intention for the day to come: how you might face the opportunities, responsibilities and mysteries that stretch out across morning, afternoon and nightime. How do you intend to live this day, the day you're given, on planet earth? And in a quiet moment, offer this intention to God, and receive God's promise of companionship and blessing.
People's Response
“Peace / salaam / shalom”
Blessing:
By the Wisdom of Mother God,
we are made wise and bold
in the things that make for peace;
By the Tenderness of Brother Jesus,
we are made strong and soft
in the ways of sibling service; and,
By the Breath of the Holy Spirit,
by the ruach, by the fire of Pentecost,
we are made one,
One people, one planet, one communion
created for lovingkindness and justice.
So we go in peace, one people. Amen.
Until next time, my friends, in all things and in all ways, BE WELL AND LIVE INTO THE BLESSING OF YOUR LIFE!
