Ron Reeson
O Holy Spirit of God
Today is Your day – well, the annual day we celebrate your coming to earth as the Spirit of Jesus, to be with us, and in us, and beside us.
Jesus said You are the Helper If ever we needed help, it is now.
Some of us are tackling tasks we have never done before. Please come to our aid.
You are the One who distributes gifts for serving Give us all gifts which we can use for You in serving others in these days, maybe gifts we have never experienced.
You said you would give us power to witness Bring to our mind those who we should contact, support, visit. Help us find ways to do what is best
You are the Spirit of Unity Bring together countries in conflict with each other, and people who are angry with leaders who they feel are more interested in the polls than the health of the nation, and are not guiding wisely them and well
You are the Spirit of Reconciliation Bring together families in which there is increased tension and conflict at this time
You said You would lead us into truth Give wisdom to those seeking to find and create a vaccine for the coronavirus
You are the Comforter Stand by those who grieve at this time or fear the worst for a loved one. Make real the presence of Christ to them, and in them.
You are the Spirit who leads. Guide the church council as it seeks to find the best ways to provide oversight for the worship, pastoral care and functioning of the church community in this difficult, unusual and unique time.
Spirit of God, You who breathed over the waters at Creation, breathe on your creation again, and give it new life and hope.
And finally we pray for ourselves
Breathe on me , breath of God;
Fill me with life anew.
That I may love all that you love
And do what you would do.
Amen