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Morning Prayer

Opening Hymn

Canon Kalantari

Greeting

Holy God, we greet this new day with open eyes and open hearts.

In this season of Advent waiting, awaken us once more.

Stir our spirits so that we may notice your presence

in the quiet, the ordinary, the surprising, and the small.

Gather us as your people, ready to see and ready to serve.

The Holy Presence

Spirit of Life, you move like a whisper—soft, gentle, and steady.

You speak in the rustling of trees,

in the fluttering wings of birds,

in the footsteps of those who pass by,

in the stillness of dawn itself.

Make us alert to your nearness.

Let Christ, our Head, shine among us,

and draw us together as one living Body.

In your holy presence, awaken our senses

to the signs of your kingdom unfolding around us.

Thanksgiving

Gracious Lord, we give you thanks

for every quiet reminder of your love:

for the breath of morning air,

for the colours of the sky,

for the companionship of animals,

for the beauty of the earth beneath our feet.

We thank you for unexpected moments

when your grace breaks into our awareness—

a kind word, a gentle thought,

a new insight, a sudden peace.

We thank you for calling us together

as members of Christ’s Body,

and for the joy of growing more awake

to your kingdom each day.

Reflection in Christ

Christ Jesus, Light of the world,

teach us to stay awake with you.

Keep our minds clear, our hearts open,

so that we may notice the movements of your Spirit

in places we might otherwise overlook.

Help us see that nothing is too small

to carry your message—

a conversation, a moment of silence,

a breeze, a bird, a memory, a neighbour’s smile.

In these signs we discover your nearness.

And in our unity as your Body,

we discover your power—

the power to proclaim your word,

to embody your kingdom,

and to live as people who are awake

to your transforming love.

Wholeness and Health

Healing God, make us whole this morning.

Heal what is weary in us.

Calm what is anxious.

Strengthen what is fragile.

Grant us a centered heart

that can stay present to your movements today.

Make our bodies peaceful,

our spirits attentive,

and our minds grounded

so that we may reveal your grace

with clarity and compassion.

Unite us in well-being,

that together, as one Body,

we may bear your healing presence to others.

Supplications

Lord, guide us as we enter this day:

Give us hearts that stay awake.

Give us eyes that notice your presence.

Give us ears tuned to your whisper.

Give us courage to act when you call.

Give us unity as we serve in Christ’s name.

Give us joy as we witness your kingdom among us.

Let the awareness of your presence accompany us

in every step, every task, every encounter.Amen.

Hymn:

Today's Gospel

Matthew 5: 1, 13-16

Now when Jesus saw the crowds, he went up on a mountainside and sat down. His disciples came to him, and he began to teach them:

“You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to be thrown out and trampled underfoot.

“You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.

The Word of the Lord

Mystical Statement of Faith

We believe the Holy One is present in all things—

in silence and in sound,

in stillness and in movement,

in the ordinary and the unexpected.

We believe Christ is the Head of the Body,

and we are his members—

called into unity,

strengthened by his life,

and awakened by his light.

We believe the kingdom of God

is already rising around us

in small signs and gentle moments.

When we stay awake together,

we become its living expression—

the presence of hope,

the voice of compassion,

the hands of Christ in the world.

Mystical Lord’s Prayer

Source of Life,

Holy Presence within and beyond,

your name is whispered in every moment.

Your kingdom unfolds wherever hearts awaken.

Let your will rise in us

as gently as the morning light.

Give us today the bread of awareness,

the nourishment of your Spirit.

Forgive us as we release others,

and free us from all that keeps us asleep.

Guide our steps into compassion.

Protect us from fear and forgetfulness.

For your kingdom is here,

your power moves through us,

and your glory awakens all creation,

now and forever. Amen.

Intercessory Prayers

Loving God, we pray for all who long to feel your nearness today:

For those who are burdened or tired—bring rest.

For those who feel alone—bring companionship.

For those who seek healing—bring peace.

For those who face uncertainty—bring clarity.

For your Church throughout the world—bring unity and courage.

For creation itself—bring renewal and care.

We remember especially those whose names we hold in our hearts…

Awaken your kingdom among all people,

and make us instruments of your hope. Amen.

Closing Hymn:

Closing Prayer

Christ our Morning Star,

send us into this day awake and alert.

Let us notice your voice in the world around us.

Let us recognize your presence in simple things.

Let us walk as members of your Body,

united, strengthened, and filled with purpose.

May our lives proclaim your kingdom,

our actions reflect your love,

and our awareness deepen with every step.

Keep us awake to grace,

awake to one another,

and awake to your unfolding kingdom.

Amen.

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