PRAYER for Series A Proper 13: Lord Jesus, you fed the crowds with plenty and had even more left over! Help me recognize the plenty in your grace that I may be generous in sharing the leftovers of your love with others. Amen.
For Those who Serve in the Armed Forces: O Lord God of hosts, stretch forth your almighty arm to strengthen and protect those who serve in the armed forces of our country. Support them and protect them as they defend our country and protect the lives of oppressed civilians. Keep them from all evil, give them courage and loyalty and grant that in all things they may serve honestly and without reproach; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
For the People of Iran and Israel: Almighty God and Father of all nations, give your guidance to the people of Iran and Israel that they may be protected from great suffering and destruction and be able to restore peace and harmony to their lands. Where there is oppression and bloodshed, let there be freedom and an end to strife. Bring your message of healing, comfort, and salvation through the turmoil, that people may learn of your love. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer. Amen.
FOR OUR COUNTRY: that citizens may hold elected leaders to the task of governing fairly and with integrity, according to the will of God for the good of our country, the freedom of our land, and the unifying of our citizenry. Lord, in Your mercy, hear our prayer. Amen.
For leaders to support justice and seek peace: Almighty God, all the nations of the earth are Yours, and besides You there is no other God. Give our leaders the desire for peace and stability and the ability to govern wisely. Let them plead the cause of widows and orphans and serve the needs of the least among us. Bring an end to war and strife, and allow all to live in peace and safety. Lord, in Your mercy, hear our prayer. (Petition from the Prayers of the Church, LCMS Worship Resources,, Proper 10)
For peace in Ukraine: God of comfort and of peace, we pray for the people of Ukraine and Russia. Where there is oppression, establish freedom; where there is repression, promote truth. Especially guide all those involved in peace negotiations at this time, that results may be fair and equitable and further the freedoms and stability of the people of Ukraine, that citizens may celebrate your compassion and deliverance and that your grace in Christ may be proclaimed to all. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer. Amen.
