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A Collect to See Jesus
Bread of life, whose presence is nourishment to our souls, reveal yourself to be with us in the ordinary actions of life, that we might…
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A Collect for Presence
Beloved Friend, who walks alongside us in the way, stay with us in our need, that we would not be left alone to make sense of a turbulent…
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A Collect to Understand the Scriptures
Spirit of Wisdom, who knows all things and reveals hidden things to your children, guide us as we seek to understand the scriptures you…
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A Collect for Salvation from Trouble and Sin
Mighty Lord, at whose word sprang both life and death, show your power and bring life and rescue to your people in need, that we might…
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A Collect for Peace when God is Absent
Holy God, whose ways are sometimes hidden and mysterious, grant us peace in those times when we are not allowed to see or recognize you,…
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Raising Lazarus: A Novelization
“I’m looking for someone called Jesus?” said the man from the door.“What do you want from the rabbi?” asked Nathaniel.The man said, “I bring a message from Mary and Martha of Bethany in Judea.”Nathaniel stepped back from the doorway and gestured toward Jesus. The messenger stepped inside as Jesus stood and greeted him. “The Lord…
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A Collect for Life through our Faith
Son of God, about whom the whole gospel hinges, may the words of those who witnessed your life penetrate into our hearts, that we might…
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A Collect for Faith without Sight
Invisible God, who is at work in the world, though hidden from our sight, give us the capacity to trust you even when we do not see, that…
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A Collect for More Faith
Resurrected Lord, who has made himself vulnerable for our sake, give us what we need that our faith and trust in your would be…
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A Collect to Feel the Presence of the Spirit
Holy Spirit, who is the breath of God upon us, let us feel the gentle pressure of your presence and receive you as a treasured gift, that…