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the Lord's Prayer.
Most merciful Father in heaven, thank you for your
son, Jesus, whom you sent to die for my sins, even the sins and failures of this
day. I bring before you now all my shortcomings, my thoughtlessness, selfishness,
pride, fear and especially (you may add specifics here) for which I am truly sorry.
Lord, assist me to recognize these weaknesses before they defeat me again, that
I may call on you for deliverance from them. Thank you for your mercy and your
love in making me acceptable through Jesus Christ, my Lord and Savior.
Amen.
Let the light of your great love shine on all mankind, and especially on
all members of the Brotherhood of St Andrew. Strengthen each one to pray faithfully,
study your word, and work to spread your good news everywhere. Be especially gracious
to the leaders of this country-to the President of the United States (name), and
to all others in authority. Continue to enliven your gathered believers, the Church,
and especially the Presiding Bishop (name), our own diocesan Bishop (name), and
all others who have been called to preach your good news and minister your holy
Sacraments. Enlighten the minds of all believers, and especially my brothers in
the Brotherhood of St Andrew, so that all of us may see clearly the ministry you
have set before us. Pour out your special blessing on each member of my family
and continue to draw us closer to each other in that love you showed us when you
sent your son, our Savior Jesus Christ.
Amen.
Heavenly
Father, I ask that you continue your protection and blessing on me and this household
this night. Deliver us from fear and anxiety by the outpouring of your peace and
joy. May this night's sleep refresh us, through Jesus, our Lord and Savior. May
the grace of the Lord Jesus, the love of the Father and the counsel of the Holy
Spirit be the peace and strength of all mankind throughout this night.
Amen.
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