Devotional – January 6, 2025

Prayers Of The People from Mayfair Heights United Methodist Church, Epiphany Sunday, January 5, 2025

Prayers Of The People:

Joining our voices with the song of the angels,

let us pray for the church, the world, and all who are in need. 

God of wanderers, you sent the magi from afar to witness the mystery and majesty of your birth. Send us into the world with your love in our hearts and in our actions.

Loving God, hear our prayers. 

Gracious One, as you have created heavens and earth, now send your all-encompassing love throughout creation. Bless the stars that guide our way and the night sky that invites the earth into quietness and calm.

Loving God, hear our prayers. 

Gracious One, you sent magi to follow the star into an uncertain future. May all leaders and peoples seek your love and care, especially when paths are not clear, conflicts rage, tyrants oppress, and fear abounds.

Merciful God, hear our prayers. 

Gracious One, may your presences be with all who are imprisoned and those who are oppressed. Give us courage and wisdom to create justice and freedom. 

Loving God, hear our prayers. 

Holy One, bring your healing power to all who seek love, support, and restoration. Dispel fears and shadows, calm broken hearts. Bring relief to those who are sick or struggling. 

Loving God, hear our prayers. 

Holy One, you sent the holy family to seek safety in a new land. Protect all who make similar journeys. Send your guiding Spirit to asylum seekers, refugees, and all who journey toward safety.

Loving God, hear our prayers. 

Gracious One, we give thanks for those whose earthly journey has ended and now dwell with you forever. Give us signs of your continual presence until that day when we also join in your unending presence. 

Loving God,  hear our prayers. Amen. 

Peace Be With You. – Paul