June 20, 2022 This prayer is adapted from The Book of Common Worship, 1946.
O God, of whom the whole family in heaven and on earth is named; bestow upon us, this day, that grace which shall keep us in the fellowship of the Christian way; and grant to each one of us that heavenly guidance and control, in all our labors, pleasures, and trials, which shall maintain our hearts in peace with one another and with You. Graciously help and prosper us in the doing of our various duties with a willing and cheerful mind; and defend us all, by Your almighty power, both from inward evil and from outward harm; so that when the day is ended it may not leave us in sorrow, strife, or shame, but in true unity and thankful rest, through Your merciful favor and Your forgiving love; in Christ Jesus our Lord. Amen.