God of the seas, sky, and land, When Jonah turned to run from you, you showed him that nothing and no one could hide from your presence. You are in all things, and you love all things. Show us the gift of your presence, and help us to carry your word of compassion and grace to all the world, in the name of the one who carried out your love flawlessly, Jesus Christ our redeemer. Amen.
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PRAYER OF THE DAY
God of the seas, sky, and land,
When Jonah turned to run from you, you showed him that nothing and no one could hide from your presence. You are in all things, and you love all things. Show us the gift of your presence, and help us to carry your word of compassion and grace to all the world, in the name of the one who carried out your love flawlessly, Jesus Christ our redeemer. Amen.
HYMNS
Wash, O God, our sons and daughters ELW 445, UMH 605
Will you come and follow me ELW 798
Forgive our sins as we forgive ELW 605, H82 674, UMH 390
CHORAL
Down in the river to pray, arr. J. David Moore