Prayers for the Work of Discernment in the Dioceses of Indianapolis and Northern Indiana

In the form of a COLLECT:

Loving, Liberating, Lifegiving God, who establishes our steps; be with your faithful flock as we seek your will for the Dioceses of Northern Indiana and Indianapolis, work toward strengthening our relationships, and continue to build your church through Jesus Christ your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. AMEN.

Potential additions to the Prayers of the People:

Form I, page 383 BCP:

For the members of the Reunification Discernment committee and the work they continue to do, let us pray to the Lord.

Response: Lord, have mercy

Form II, page 385, BCP:

I ask your prayers for the members of the Reunification Discernment Committee, that their work to seek your will for the Dioceses of Indianapolis and Northern Indiana may continue. Pray for Guidance and Grace.

Silence

Form III, page 387, BCP:

Give your grace to the members of the Reunification Discernment Committee and their work;

Response: That they may faithfully and judiciously complete their task

Form IV, page 388, BCP:

Continue to bless and guide the work of the Reunification Discernment Committee, that they may seek your will, honor the history and traditions of the church in Indiana, and fulfill their duties with grace.

Silence

Lord in your mercy

Response:  Hear our prayer

Form V, page 389, BCP: 

 For a blessing upon the work of the Reunification Discernment Committee, that they may discern your will and trust in your ways, to bring deepened relationships and a stronger church in Indiana, we pray to you, O Lord.

Response:  Kyrie eleison   or   Lord have mercy

Form VI, page 392, BCP:

 For the members of the Reunification Discernment Committee and their work;

Response:  For all who work to continue to build your church in Indiana.