Praying Together 2021

40 Week Gather Light a candle as a sign of God’s presence and sit quietly. Ring a bell or chime to start the prayer. The Lord be with you. And with your spirit. COLLECT Let us pray for the courage to trust in God. (pause) Father, our source of life, you know our weakness. May we reach out with joy to grasp your hand and walk more readily in your ways. Through Christ our Lord. Amen. SCRIPTURE A reading from the holy Gospel according to Matthew 14:25-31 A little while before morning, Jesus came walking on the water toward his disciples. When they saw him, they thought he was a ghost. They were terrified and started screaming. At once Jesus said to them, “Don’t worry! I am Jesus. Don’t be afraid.” Peter replied, “Lord, if it is really you, tell me to come to you on the water.” “Come on!” Jesus said. Peter then got out of the boat and started walking on the water toward him. But when Peter saw how strong the wind was, he was afraid and started sinking. “Lord, save me!” he shouted. Right away Jesus reached out his hand. He helped Peter up and said, “You surely don’t have much faith. Why do you doubt?” The Gospel of the Lord. Praise to you, Lord Jesus Christ. RESPONSE Sometimes when we are worried or afraid, we forget to ask Jesus for help. Listen to the song, “I Will Fear No More” by The Afters. Let the words enter your mind and heart. Remember this message the next time you feel scared or anxious, and trust in Jesus! DISMISSAL May God bless us and protect us and bring us to eternal life. Amen. In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. Ring the bell or chime to signal the end of the prayer. Extinguish the candle. “Don’t worry! I am Jesus. Don’t be afraid.” Monday Week 5 Lent 22 March 2021