During this morning’s prayer and worship we used our advent waiting prayer in the context of a poignant time of intercession for those who are longing for justice, comfort, freedom and peace. Here it is again for you to pray along with us.
Ever-present God, source of all love, hope and life –
God with us and God still to come –
We lift to you all who are waiting today.
We rejoice with all those who are joyfully expectant of change or breakthrough
And mourn with all those for whom it seems distant,
Or who are coping with the fear of bad news.
For poor communities still waiting for climate justice –
Lord Jesus please come.
For people living with AIDS and still waiting for access to medication, or desperate for a cure –
Lord Jesus please come.
For those waiting for HIV test results, or fearing stigma –
Lord Jesus please come.
For citizens longing for a return to stability and peace, or the right to freedom –
Lord Jesus please come.
For all who are hungry, thirsty and tired, or anxious about being able to pay bills –
Lord Jesus please come.
For all who are worried, distressed or burdened –
Lord Jesus please come.
God with us and God still to come,
Very-present help in trouble, delay and pain,
May your love and mercy be close – and active – for all who wait for you
And all who simply wait.
Amen.
(This prayer is available to download in a pdf from our seasonal page.)