Category: Collects

Holy Spirit of God, our counselor and guide, teach us to grow as did our beloved Lord in this new year, that we might increase in wisdom…

Loving Father, who is patient and kind with his children, may we be so trusting of your ways that even when we do not understand what you…

Great and all-knowing God, whose thoughts are far above our thoughts, strengthen our faith when we do not understand what you are saying…

Spirit of God, who like wind is not seen yet affects us all, when we cannot find you, let us not be troubled, but teach us to trust that…

Wise one, who understands the true nature of the universe and of our hearts, give us ears to hear your wisdom and to marvel at your ways,…

Indwelling Spirit, who speaks to us to guide us on our way, incline our hearts to listen, to ask questions, and to seek understanding…

God of all time, who created the order of all the universe, we thank you for the seasons and rituals that envelop our lives and provide…

Savior and Lord, whose birth we remember today with great joy, calm our fears and bring us hope because of your coming, that we would be…

Incarnate Savior, who came to us in the weakness and vulnerability of a child, there was no room for you in the world when you came, and…

Lord God of all, whose arm is mighty to save, bring down those who lord their wealth and power over the vulnerable and needy, and save…