Offertory Prayers May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 (Board of Discipleship: United Methodist online)

May 1, 2016 – Sixth Sunday of Easter

Loving God, thank you for sending your Holy Spirit to bring the peace of Christ. We are grateful that you continually teach us through your Spirit. Help our hearts to be so filled with your peace that our congregation will show forth your goodness to the world around us. Let your loving presence be known through our church’s ministries. Accept these offerings as a sign of our trust in you, for we pray in Jesus’ name. Amen. (John 14: 23-29)

May 8, 2016 – Seventh Sunday of Easter/Ascension Sunday

Everlasting God, we join with the angels to praise you and your Son Jesus. He has ascended to your heavenly throne where the light of Christ, the bright morning star, shines with your glory. We are grateful for your light that revives our spirits. Help us to tell our neighbors that salvation is a gift! Use our offerings to support the mission of this church to extend your light to reach people in need. We pray in Jesus’ name. Amen. (Revelation 22:12-21)

May 15, 2016 – Day of Pentecost

Faithful God, you graciously fulfill your promises in life-giving ways. Your Holy Spirit provides hope to young people who envision a future of peace. You grant older adults the gift of wisdom to contribute to the joy of the world. Empower people of all ages to share their faith and tangible gifts so that more people will know salvation. We dedicate ourselves anew to the life of discipleship you give us in the name of our risen Lord. Amen. (Acts 2:1-21, Joel 2:28-32)

May 22, 2016 – First Sunday after Pentecost / in Kingdomtide — Trinity Sunday

Sovereign God, your splendor shines throughout the universe! Your glory is higher than the heavens and fills the world you created in great beauty and variety. We rejoice that you do not stay far away in heaven, but became one of us in your Son, our Savior. Even he had no place to rest his head. Let our offerings extend your love through the church’s ministries to people who are homeless or refugees. We ask this for Jesus’ sake. Amen. (Psalm 8)

May 29, 2016 – Second Sunday after Pentecost / in Kingdomtide

Living God, we praise you for the miraculous ways you answer prayer. You alone are the Lord! Throughout history, you have provided faithful leaders and sent your Spirit to renew all who follow you. Enable us to be more dedicated disciples, readily sharing our time and abilities through the ministries of this church. May your love in Jesus Christ be felt by people near and far whose lives are touched by our mission. We pray in your holy name. Amen. (1 Kings 18:20-39)
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