Thank You for paying the debt for my life. Tuesday in Easter Week The First Sunday after Easter The Second Sunday after Easter The Third Sunday after Easter The Fourth Sunday after Easter The Fifth Sunday after Easter The Ascension Day Sunday after Ascension Day Whitsunday Monday in Whitsun Week Tuesday in Whitsun Week Trinity Sunday The First Sunday after Trinity Heavenly Father, May we drink in your tender love so that we can pour this love out to others. Why Do We Need to Be Crucified with Christ? - Karen Ehman, Heavenly Father, our hearts are so prone to hardness. At Easter, the Son of God took on the worlds sin and defeated the devil, death, and grave. May we make a difference in this world, for your glory and purposes. We praise you for you are making all things new. Give us the courage to speak as boldly as Mary Magdalene did, and never be ashamed of proclaiming Your Good News. All rights reserved. May I never forget that You gave Your life for me, so that one day I might live with You in eternity. However, what is more important than the frequency is the attitude you bring to it. Even though there is no command outlining the frequency of communion, it should be a regular part of the gathering of believers. We may reflect your peace and hope to a world that so desperately needs your presence and healing. Ever blessing the Lord, we sing His Resurrection, for having endured the Cross for us, He has destroyed death by death.- Oxford Prayer Book. We confess our need for youfreshnewagain. We lift them up to the Lord. Come all the faithful, let us worshipfor through the Cross, joy has come to all the world. You can find out more about Rebecca at www.rebeccabarlowjordan.com. 8 pages / 26 slides. " Read the rest Table Meditation (Gospel) for Epiphany A5 5-Feb-23, We've heard the words of the Beatitudes so many times that they probably lose their scandalousness. Show us the presence of the risen Christ as we celebrate this meal. And I pray for the many who will understand for the first time this Easter Sunday that You are risen. We want to be a part of Your great redemptive plan in the earth. We never know what our world is going to throw at us, but you do. During trying seasons and relatively easy days, help us to see and remember you in all situations. Through our risen Christ, ThisFREE podcastprovides a fresh approach to the Lenten season and can be used as a devotional or study for both individuals and groups. You dont have to believe what I believe, or what,the person sitting next to you believes. There are some churches that take communion every Sunday. In Jesus Name, Amen.- Amy Carroll. Easter Sunday . Fathers and daughters, sisters and brothers, rejoice and exult with all your hearts! Palm Sunday, Maundy Thursday and Good Friday respectively commemorate Jesus' entry in Jerusalem, the Last Supper and the Crucifixion. Im still human, and I often forget who I am and Whose I am. What Does It Really Mean That Your Body Is a Temple? - "Just as he said." You took the death that I deserved. Help me resist the temptation to focus on the painful things of this earthly life and learn to control my thoughts so they dont sink my faith or joy in You. For more information on giving to DisciplesNet, click here. Today, I say with the Apostle Paul, Where, O death is your victory? May we remember the gift of salvation in this season. You died for me! Enter your email address below to receive email updates from DisciplesNet, A church on the Internet highway with walls as wide as the world, Table Meditation for Lent 2a 5-Mar-23, Table Meditation for Lent A1 22-Feb-23, Table Meditation for Ash Wednesday 22-February-23, Table Meditation for Epiphany A7 19-Feb-23, Table Meditation for Epiphany A6 12-Feb-23, Table Meditation (Gospel) for Epiphany A5 5-Feb-23, Table Meditation (Gospel) for Epiphany A4 29-Jan-23, Table Meditation (Old Testament) for Epiphany 3A 22-Jan-23, Table Meditation (Gospel) for Epiphany 2A 15-Jan-23, Table Meditation (Gospel) for Epiphany A 8-Jan-23. Your pain was indeed my gain. Communion prayer for the cup (A prayer to say as a blessing over the communion cup. All rights reserved. This should keep us humble before him remembering that if he didnt do it for us, we would still be without hope. When you remember the cost of your salvation and realize you had nothing to do with it, but it was all because of Gods love, grace, and mercy, then you can walk worthy. Grant me that divine combination of sorrow and tenderness that points people to the cross and to new Life. Paul calls this walking worthy of the call you have received. The Easter season is a time of reflection and celebration. According to his great mercy, He has caused us to be born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead" ~ 1 Peter 1:3. At St. Matthew's Episcopal Church, the Rev. Submitted by Andy James, First Presbyterian Church, Whitestone, Queens, New York. The Service of Holy Communion and the Special Commemorative Service may be used at any convenient time (though see notes 8-10). You paid such a price that we may live in freedom today. Forgive me for the ways I try to "help" You save and fix me. So then, whoever eats the bread or drinks the cup of the Lord in an unworthy manner will be guilty of sinning against the body and blood of the Lord. help us to glimpse the risen Christ at work in our world. to this celebration of new life Scripture tells us that "Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! Lord Jesus, how can I ever repay You for what Youve done? InThe Characters of Easter,youll become acquainted with the unlikely collection of ordinary people who witnessed the miracle of Christs death and resurrection. I know that you will do everything you said you will do and that one day I will be in heaven with you (orange and yellow jellybean). Help me to share its message faithfully as You give opportunity. Let us offer our prayers and thanksgivings with one voice, calling out the good news The tomb stands empty! So help us to see you risen, present, and at work in our world I have always believed it is wise to spend a moment in prayer before you take communion. Everyone ought to examine themselves before they eat of the bread and drink from the cup." I thank you that because of what you did for me, I can have my sins forgiven and have access to eternal life. In Jesus' Name, Amen. Our sacrifices and celebrations are meaningless if they arent dedicated to you with a contrite heart. May I not let the season pass by without pondering the real meaning of Easter. This article is part of our larger Prayers resource meant to inspire and encourage your prayer life when you face uncertain times. Lets not just make it about a prayer before you take communion, but a prayer that shapes your focus daily. Help my kids to know the magnitude of that hope, as I show it through my words and actions. You dont have to pray these exact words, but it is simply a guideline. Amen. Lord God, You loved this world so much, that you gave your one and only Son, that we might be called your children too. Lord, help us to live in the gladness and. This is exactly what Jesus himself did, especially when he prayed, "Father forgive them, they don't know what they're doing. We ask that you renew our hearts, minds, and lives, for the days ahead. Forgive us for walking through life without the joy that Jesus died to fill our hearts with. Have We Turned Our Favorite Preachers and Teachers into Idols? The bread and wine are tangible, visible reminders of Christ's love. For Your victory is my victory. There are even some churches that have no set schedule of when they will take communion. I believe that you died for my sins, and that God raised you from the dead so that by believing in you I can have peace with God and life in your Name. It is right, and a good and joyful thing, Lord, we do not take that lightly. we give you all praise and thanks and glory, We worship your holy name and give thanks for your redeeming grace. We know that you are in the business of resurrection-- your very Son went to the cross to show us that no death is final and that ultimate transformation comes through your gift of salvation. Additionally, October 11th was our day of fasting and prayer in preparation for our fall communion service. Prayers of the People, concluding with: Guide us in the path of discipleship, so that, as you have blessed us, we may be a blessing for others, bringing the promise of the kingdom near by our words and deeds. P: And also with you. You came down to earth to save us, love us, and show us how to live. Dear Jesus, you have promised that if I believe in you, everything Ive ever done wrong will be forgiven, I will learn the purpose of my life, and you will accept me into your eternal home in Heaven one day. - Emily Massey, Almighty God, who through thine only-begotten Son JesusChrist has overcome death and opened unto us the gate ofeverlasting life: Grant that we, who celebrate with joy theday of the Lords Resurrection may be raised from the deathof sin by thy life-giving Spirit; through the same Jesus Christ, Our Lord, who liveth and reigneth with thee and the sameSpirit ever, one God, world without end. We are not accidentally here on earth! Act of Contrition before Holy Communion #1 - I . we can do nothing but sing your praise. P: We lift them to the One. Amen. A prayer of adoration and meditation on Christ's sacrifice.) - Maria Miriam, Father God, Easter is also a time when we have the opportunity to come alongside those in our family. When we are tempted to be cynical, restore our joy and renew our attitudes. - Rick Warren. And remembering this story, we gather aroundthis table, and we break bread and pour wine,and we are made whole, and we give thanks thateverything Jesus did was for love and for us. One way to celebrate Easter is by participating in communion. Each time I take communion, Lord, I want to recommit my life, my heart, my thoughts, my everything to You. What does that mean? Lord God, we, too, ask where you are, when there is trouble and suffering and death, and we cry out to you for help. The sacrifice of your sons very body for our sin was costly. Because of this table we have been madewhole. He broke bread and gave thanks. Here is an example of a type of prayer to say before you take communion. Your email address will not be published. A Communion Prayer Lord Jesus, I bow before you in humility and ask You to examine my heart today. Thank You for Your protection and the promises we have in Your word. Thank You for Your extravagant love and unmerited favor. Youll never disown me or leave me. Through spiritual struggle and self-denial, we have prepared ourselves to die spiritually with . It changed my life and set me free; it brought healing to my body and deliverance to my mind. supports HTML5 video. In Jesus Christs Name, I pray, Amen. as we feast together once and for all in the joy of your eternal realm. We take communion to remember the night in which Jesus was betrayed. we offer our prayers on behalf of the church and the world. A Prayer for the Propagation of the Pious Custom of Daily Communion - O sweetest Jesus, Thou who camest into the . Lift up your hearts. For a moment I want to focus your attention on the right way to approach communion. Transformed by Life (PDF+PPT download) Pat Bennett 3.40. Father, We are living in a day unlike anything we have ever seen before. Risen Lord Jesus, as the rising sunbaptizes trees and shrubsin rippling light, let me be baptizedby Your resurrection light. Lent is also a time of self-examination and repentance so it's very appropriate, in the quiet time before the prayer, to look at our lives and see if there's anything we need to lay down before we come together at the Table. The Great Prayer of Thanksgiving. A call to embrace new, vibrant possibilities and radical living. It is a miracle that I can come to You with a heart that is pure. You are bigger than any problem in this world. that we might see him here and everywhere we go It is a simplified form of many worshiping traditions within the Lutheran communion and our ecumenical heritage. Christ our Passover has been sacrificed for us;therefore let us keep the feast,Not with the old leaven, the leaven of malice and evil,but with the unleavened bread of sincerity and truth. Article Images Copyright , Thinkstock/RomoloTavani; Video credits for audio, video, photos: Soundstripe, Storyblocks, LightStock, ThinkStock, Daily in Your Presence is available for delivery through Crosswalk.com, California - Do Not Sell My Personal Information. I want to use the rest of my life to serve you instead of serving myself. - Kathy Galloway, Dear Lord, I want to let Your Truth sink deep down into my heart and soul today. I ask you to come into my heart, and I commit to following Jesus as my personal Lord and Savior. Please break up that fallow ground and search us, oh God, show us the hidden places that offend you so that through repentance we can offer you the praise you so richly deserve. the table where we remember how he gave of himself for us, On this Easter Day, O God, Thanks be to you God, for your indescribable gift! Lord, help us to live in the gladness and grace of Easter Sunday, every day. Please forgive me for ever doubting You. Because of Your blood shed for me, and Your body broken for me, I can be free from the power and penalty of sin. Our Savior has risen! Easter is not only the greatest Christian feast; Easter Sunday symbolizes the fulfillment of our faith as Christians. For You. For this is My blood of the new covenant, which is shed for many for the remission of sins." At this table, you dont have to look a certain way. Thank You, Jesus. I turn my gaze to You and proclaim today that You are the Christ. Prayer Before Communion. Show me anything that is not pleasing to You. Reveal any secret pride, any unconfessed sin, any rebellion or unforgiveness that may be hindering my relationship with You. Turn our hearts back to You. Thank you for washing away our sins by offering yourself as the perfect and blameless sacrifice in our stead. So come, all of you, not because you must, butbecause you may, and here find healing andwholeness for your journey. Who we are becoming is no secret to You, You who formed us in our mothers womb. Thank You for giving us the grace to release our failed efforts and bottled up emotions to You, free of judgment and full of healing love. For since by a man came death,by a man has come also the resurrection of the dead.For as in Adam all die,so also in Christ shall all be made alive. Prayers of the People: Easter Sing aloud, O mothers and sons! Consecrate this loaf and this fruit ofthe vine. But its Christs table. Where, O death is your sting? In Jesus Name, Amen. We pray this Easter Meal Blessing with confidence in Jesus victorious name, Amen. To you be glory and honor, on this Resurrection Day, and forever.In Jesus name, Amen. In a world that grows increasingly dark, help us hold up His light. so that we might be strengthened to meet him again and again along the way. Remember, the Holy Spirit intercedes for us and God knows your heart even if you can't find the words to pray. L: People of Easter's joy, give thanks. I confess that I am a sinner and need forgiveness. Amen. Article Images Copyright 2023 Getty Images unless otherwise indicated. "Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ, who gave himself for our sins to deliver . Dear God, We remember today, the pain and suffering of the cross, and all that Jesus was willing to endure, so we could be set free. You should live a life that reflects how much gratitude you have for what Jesus has done for you. Nothing can separate us from Your love and the victory achieved by Christ at the cross. 25 Prayers for Easter. Forgiveness Freedom and the ability to walk with You through this fallen world into eternity. Whoever eats my flesh and drinks my blood has eternal life, and I will raise them up at the last day." Easter provides an opportunity like no other to renew your faith! Help me resist the temptation to focus on the painful things of this earthly life and learn to control my thoughts so they dont sink my faith or joy in You. Forgive us, Lord. Jesus, You never leave us, and always guide us. The price You paid covered me for all time, and my desire is to live for You. - Maria Miriam, Ah Lord God, as I celebrate Easter and the triumphant victory of Jesus Christ over death and hell and sin, I fall down before You and worship You. Father, We praise You for sending Your Son to abide with us and be with us. Through the work of Jesus on those two simple beams of wood, You have given me eternal life. These are weekly communion meditations and prayers set to match the Lectionary readings. Heavenly Father, Thank you for the gift of this season. Let it be that we carry in our hearts the sacrifice Jesus made for us not just on communion Sunday, but every day. - Gwen Smith. Do you want to go deeper in your walk with the Lord but cant seem to overcome the stuff that keeps getting in the way? If we dwell there, Father, we will lose all hope. Proud member 10 Reasons God Might Not Be Blessing Your Life, Inspiring Mother Breaks Down after Earning Golden Buzzer with Celine Dion Hit, 7 Things that Will Keep Me from Coming Back to Your Church, 6 Truths about Jesus Coming into the World, 9 Christians You Don't Want to Sit Beside on Sunday Morning, 10 Things You Should Know about the Intermediate State of Death, 'You Raise Me Up' Duet Earns A Standing Ovation From The Judges. Be near to us, and save us so that we may praise you for your deliverance. - "I know that you are looking for Jesus." I admit that I have sinned (black jellybean) and have fallen short of your glory. -Andrea Herzer. In Jesus Precious Name. And gathered as we are, we pray: comeHolySpiritcome. They are similar to the elements of ourstandard Communion liturgy (adapted from the United Church of Christ Book of Worship) except that the WORDS OF INSTITUTIONhave been replaced byWORDS OF RESURRECTION. Where is Jesus? Help me to live by it, in it, and for it. Set you way before us. Thank You that I can enter into Your presence with confidence because of what You have done for me on the cross. Thank you for communicating your love for us in a way that is so personal, so extravagant, and so gracious. May your faith experience renewed life and joy through the victory of Christ! Jesus, You had the angels invite the women in to see for themselves that You had risen. eternal God, The frequency in which communion is taken varies from church to church, because there is no specific commandment that directs how often you should. 1 Corinthians 11:24-28. An easy way to find start your day with prayer, read todays prayer and sign up to receive by email. - Lysa Terkeurst, Dear Heavenly Father, thank you for the living hope I have today through your Son, Jesus Christ. You are forgiveness, You bring deep peace to our souls and Your love flows within us. Jesus, You keep Your promises. Filed Under: communion, Easter Day, prayers Tagged With: Alleluia, AndyJ, Communion, Easter, prayer after communion, Your email address will not be published. Offering of Gifts (Ordinarily the Lord's Supper will follow; during the offertory the table xoill be prepared. Father, help us not overlook or ever stop saying in the most sincere fashion, "Thank You." We lift our anxiety and worry to you, today, as we seek to embrace your peace and promises. Friday, Easter Vigil and Easter Sunday morning) is a proposal shared with you by the LWF Com - munion Office. It's a given. Experience the power of prayer as you reflect on the love of God and the sacrifice of Jesus with these beautiful Easter Prayers. The celebration of the Easter Vigil takes the place of the Office of Readings of Easter Sunday. Dear Heavenly Father, We offer you gratitude for the ability to gather for this Easter Dinner Prayer. "Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! Please enable JavaScript on your browser to best view this site. - Lysa Terkeurst. Learn more about the meaning and significance behind the Easter holiday and Holy Week celebrations: What is Palm Sunday?What is Maundy Thursday?What is Good Friday?What is Holy Saturday? I confess that I have not been trusting your plan for my life and the lives of my loved ones. 8 pages / 26 slides. wherever you have been, Lord God, we wait, on Friday, for the resurrection of Sunday and sometimes our lives seem a succession of Fridays and we cannot see what is Good. Teach us to call your name as Jesus did. Combined PDF and PowerPoint download: An Easter Sunday Communion service celebrating not only the resurrection but also the transforming power of love and life. Because of You. We Celebrate the Lord's Supper I want to take a moment to thank you for your sacrifice and to thank you for the result of your sacrifice. You dont have to worship a certain way, look acertain way, or love a certain way. Communion is a sacred time for you as a follower of Jesus. We pray for your refreshing over us. The Almanac for 2022-23 is now available. Yes, the world may think the cross is foolish, but the message of the cross is the power of God. In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead" (1 Peter 1:3). God, when my soul is searching, help me know the answer to every longing can be found in You. Life can feel lonely, but the fact iswe are never alone. - Karen Ehman, Father, Thank You for the miracle of life abundant life here, and eternal life with You in Heaven. - Judy Fussell. Christianity.com is a member of the Salem Web Network of sites including: Copyright 2023, Christianity.com. raising him to new life Fire is blessed and the paschal candle . " Read the rest Table Meditation (Gospel) for Epiphany A4 29-Jan-23, The passage in Matthew for today quotes a part of Isaiah, saying, "The people who dwelled in darkness have seen a great light." And today I remember and celebrate the precious gift of life You gave me through the blood that You spilled. Read the rest Table Meditation for Ash Wednesday 22-February-23, Jesus says, "Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you." Dear God, give me Your heart for my world, to see the desperate need for salvation we all have. Lift up your hearts. You gave me a spirit of power, and of love, and of the soundness of mind and judgment. These prayers for Easter can be used around the Sunday dinner table or used to begin church service as a call to worship. And death has lost its sting. send your name and postal address by e-mail to, office@disciplesnet.org Help us never to take for granted this huge gift of love on our behalf. You didn't have to do it, but You did it for me. Help us remember why You gave Your life. We recall how your son gathered with his disciples when he walked the earth. Posted by Worship Well on Mar 23, 2016 | 2 comments. The LORD, the LORD, is my strength and my song; he has become my salvation." A - With joy you will draw water from the wells of salvation. Living God, your Son made himself known to his disciples. And also with you. - Debbie Daniel. I humbly commit my life to you and ask you to save me and accept me into your family. A Prayer for After Communion Before a Crucifix - Look down upon me, good and gentle Jesus, While . Why Do We Need to Be Crucified with Christ? The beauty of taking communion is the opportunity to reflect on the great sacrifice that was made for our salvation. In Jesus Name, Amen. Amen. May you know and experience the power of God's great love in your life! Keep your words of truth planted firm within us, help us to keep focused on what is pure and right, give us the power to be obedient to your word. Remember, the Holy Spirit intercedes for us and God knows your heart even if you can't find the words to pray.Prayer for HealingPrayer for StrengthPrayer for ProtectionMorning PrayersGood Night PrayersShort PrayersSerenity PrayerSinners PrayerPrayer for ForgivenessPrayer for Guidance, Image Courtesy:Thinkstock/RomoloTavani; Video credits for audio, video, photos: Soundstripe, Storyblocks, LightStock, ThinkStock, 10 Reasons God Might Not Be Blessing Your Life, Inspiring Mother Breaks Down after Earning Golden Buzzer with Celine Dion Hit, 7 Things that Will Keep Me from Coming Back to Your Church, 6 Truths about Jesus Coming into the World, 9 Christians You Don't Want to Sit Beside on Sunday Morning, 10 Things You Should Know about the Intermediate State of Death, 'You Raise Me Up' Duet Earns A Standing Ovation From The Judges. Easter prayers offer a practical way to show thanks and praise to God for the new life and eternal salvation offered to us through his grace and mercy. The Easter meal is e a wonderful chance to give thanks and gratitude for the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Select from the tabs above to view it online or to download or link it to your calendar on phone, tablet or computer. Jesus, I want to relax in your love. Thank you for knowing our hearts and our need for rhythms in our lives, and for drawing us into a deeper communion with you throughout the coming 40 days. Me, the unwanted girl whom You loved, redeemed and wanted. The death that he died, he died to sin, once for all;but the life he lives, he lives to God.So also consider yourselves dead to sin,and alive to God in Jesus Christ our Lord.