Sunday, November 3, 2024

God of comfort, another liturgical year is over. There is chaos and devastation all around us. We stop and become aware of our breathing. Your breath gives and sustains life. Praise to you, you keep your promises. Thank you for feeding us and giving us your Sabbath rest. We worship you.

We wait in your sacred prayer space for your guidance and direction. We worship you while we wait, knowing your desire to love us and provide for our needs.

Grant us peace, to walk with hope upon your Ancient Path. Grant us endurance, to be tireless and sure-footed. Grant us purpose, to walk with bold assurance that we are living your purpose each day we choose to follow you.

Give us wisdom to silence ourselves in your presence, so we will hear your voice and know your purpose. Guide us in your ways, so we will sojourn well upon your Ancient Path and greet each other in a good way.

You welcome us into your sacred prayer space, even venturing out to find us and draw us in. You prepare a place for all who hear and respond to your invitation. You prepare a banquet for us. You patiently and attentively listen as we tell you our journey even before we can pause to eat at your table.