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“His delight is not in the strength of the horse, nor his pleasure in the speed of a runner; but the Lord takes pleasure in those who fear him, in those who hope in his steadfast love.” Psalm 147 NRSV

“The Lord heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds. The Lord counts the number of the stars and calls them all by their names.” Psalm 147 Loving God, great builder of the heavenly Jerusalem, you know the number of the stars and call them by name. Heal hearts that are broken, gather those who have been scattered, and enrich us all from the fullness of your eternal wisdom, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.

“Sing to the Lord with thanksgiving; make music upon the harp to our God, who covers the heavens with clouds and prepares rain for the earth, making grass to grow upon the mountains.” Psalm 147: 7-8

Lord God, we sing to you a new song, for your victory is ever new. In the resurrection of Christ you have given us a glimpse of your future. As the seas roar and hills sing together, we too will praise you for your great triumph, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, now and forever.

Give us new and honest hearts, O God, that we may hate evil and love justice; and let us see the dawn of your glory in the face of your only-begotten Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.

You have shown your glory, O God, in raising Jesus from the dead. Raise us to new life in him, and empower us to serve you. May your words be in our mouths, your strength in our hearts, that we may be worthy disciples of Jesus Christ the Living Lord.

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Christ is Risen! Alleluia!

“Yet you are the Holy One, enthroned on the praises of Israel. Our ancestors put their trust in you, they trusted you, and you rescued them. They cried out to you and were delivered; they trusted you and were not put to shame.” Psalm 22 Eternal God, your Son cried out in anguish from the cross, and you delivered him. Do not hide your face from those who cry out to you. By his death and resurrection bring life where there is death: feed the hungry, strengthen the weak, and break the chains of oppression, that all people may rejoice in your saving deeds through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.

“Turn, O Lord, and deliver me; save me for the sake of your steadfast love. For in death no one remembers you; and who will give you thanks in the grave? I grow weary because of my groaning; every night I drench my pillow and flood my bed with tears.” Psalm 6 Merciful God, you give life and overcome death. You know our anguish, not from afar, but in the suffering of Jesus Christ. Take all our grieving and sorrow, all our pain and tears, and heal us for the sake of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.

“Make a vow to the Lord your God and keep it; let all around bring gifts to the one who is awesome, who breaks the spirit of princes, and strikes terror in the rulers of the earth.” Psalm 76 Mighty God, awesome in power and splendid in holiness, in your presence the earth both trembles and stands still, for you shattered death’s power by the cross. Rise to help your people; give the light of your salvation to the oppressed of the earth, that they may praise your name now and always; through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.

“Search for the strength of the Lord; continually seek God’s face.” Psalm 105 God of our salvation, grant us living water from the rock and bread from heaven, that we may survive our desert pilgrimage and praise you forever; through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.

“I will call upon God, and the Lord will deliver me. In the evening, in the morning, and at noonday, I will complain and lament, and God will hear my voice.” Psalm 55 God of grace, you sustained Jesus when he was betrayed and abandoned by his companions. When we are frightened and alone, lift us on the bright wings of your Spirit, that we may find our safest shelter and our truest friend in Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.

“Offer to God a sacrifice of thanksgiving and make good your vows to the Most High. Call upon me in the day of trouble; I will deliver you, and you shall honor me.” Psalm 50 Just and holy God, you need nothing from us, but delight in our humble trust and thankful obedience. We repent of our shallow rituals and empty sacrifices. Enable us to do justice, love kindness, and humbly walk with you, our God.

God of all joy, fill our souls to overflowing with the fullness of your grace. In this season of Lent, remind us of your triumph over the tragedy of the cross, and your victory for us over the powers of sin and death, so that we may reflect your glory as disciples of Jesus Christ, our risen Lord.

“For my part, I will sing of your strength; I will celebrate your love in the morning; for you have become my stronghold, a refuge in the day of my trouble.” Psalm 59 Almighty God, you rescue your own from the grasp of evil. Deliver us in the time of trouble and confirm our trust in you, so that at dusk we may sing of your justice and at dawn exult in your mercy; through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.

“I am poor and needy, and my heart is pierced within me. Help me, O Lord my God! Save me according to your steadfast love.” Psalm 109 NRSV Lord and Judge of all, where can we go with our darkest thoughts? You search all hearts and try all motives, so we entrust it all to you, even as we seek your reign of righteousness and pray for those we despise, as Jesus Christ our Lord taught us.

“In my distress I called upon the Lord; to my God I cried for help. From his temple he heard my voice, and my cry to him reached his ears.” Psalm 18 NRSV We sing your praise, O God, for you alone are our protection and our freedom. By the power of your Spirit, may your strength enable our strength and your Word shape our words. Enable us to love you, serve you, and follow you so that our lives may proclaim the redeeming love of Jesus, in whose name we pray.

O ruler of the universe, Lord God, great and wonderful are your deeds, surpassing human understanding. Your ways are just and true, O Sovereign of all the ages.