Prayer of Approach:

We worship you, O holy God,

who reaches out to us

through Jesus Christ

and embraces us in welcome

endowing us with the gifted Holy Spirit!

We come acknowledging

that no matter how much we offer

as a genuine effort

in time and concentration,

we always receive more than we give!

Accept our deep appreciation

for having revealed yourself to us

through the good news of your salvation!

Continue to mould us into the way of Christ

that our lives may bring glory to your name,

and benefit to your kingdom,

the kingdom for which we pray

as we say:   

The Lord’s Prayer 
Our Father in heaven, 
Hallowed be your name, 
Your kingdom come, 
Your will be done on earth as in heaven.  

Give us this day our daily bread. 
Forgive us our sins,  
as we forgive those who sin against us. 
Save us in the time of trial  

And deliver us from evil. 
For the kingdom, 
the power and the glory are yours,  
now and for ever. 
Amen. 

Prayer of Confession:

Prayer of Confession:

Most compassionate God,

we come overwhelmed by the revelation of your love for us!

We confess with embarrassment

how often we loose sight

of your concern and care towards us… [pause]

Lord have mercy: LORD HAVE MERCY

Most generous God,

we come overwhelmed by the incredible strength

of commitment and purpose you grant us

through Christ Jesus!

We confess to our discomfort

in how often we ignore or even disbelieve

your promises to us… [pause]

Christ have mercy: CHRIST HAVE MERCY

Most intimate God,

we come overwhelmed by the enormity

of everything you are doing with us!

We confess to our shame

how little attention we give your indwelling Spirit

who opens us up to you,

and you to us… [pause]

Lord have mercy: LORD HAVE MERCY

Prayers of the People (Rev Thresi Mauboy Wohangara, Northern Synod – from Assembly Website) –

Lord Almighty, our Rabbi
While we live in the midst of uncertainty

because of the heavy struggles we face during this CoVID-19 pandemic,
You come and greet us in Your way.
Many prayers have been offered to You

– together and individually.

The Churches of God all over the world

have put aside their differences

to unite and call your name.
Lord hear us LORD HEAR OUR PRAYER

O God, have mercy upon us according to your loyal love.
Erase our transgressions according to Your great grace!
Do not cast us away from you,

and do not take your Holy spirit from us!
We do not have the power

to avoid what happens,

and no power to obey,

except with the help of God the Most High

and the Most Great!

Lord hear us LORD HEAR OUR PRAYER

Oh Saviour do not let us get lost.

Guide us through this period of struggle.
For all governments in the world,

give them the heart to understand

when creating policies related to the economy,

to security, and to the health and welfare of their peoples.

Lord hear us LORD HEAR OUR PRAYER

God also help the doctors

and medical workers who are temporarily working hard

to help all those who are sick.

Instil in their hearts the heart of a compassionate servant

who is ready to serve and give help to those in need.
Give them health and strength,

and protect them and their families.

Lord hear us LORD HEAR OUR PRAYER

Finally, grant the grace to all of us

to respect and obey all appeals

made by the government

while faithfully and truly trusting in the Lord God,

whom we worship.

Lord hear us LORD HEAR OUR PRAYER

Let us trust that

God is present as a helper

and redeemer of His people.
He is always within reach.
He is never far away.
He is close.
He is with us.
He cares.
He heals.
He restores.
He redeems.

Let it be thy will, forever.

Lord hear us

LORD HEAR OUR PRAYER

AMEN