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HOLY SABBATH
Christ became obedient unto death, even death on a cross.
Therefore God has highly exalted Him and bestowed on Him the name
which is above every name.
Philippians 2.8-9
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Creator of heaven and earth,
as the crucified body of Your dear Son
was laid in the tomb and rested on this holy Sabbath,
so may we await with Him the coming of the third day,
and rise with Him to newness of life.
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As we wait in stillness . . .
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O God,
we offer the prayers we carry deep in our heart
that those who need deliverance
may know Your steadfast love and salvation.
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Merciful God,
release us from the time of trial and oppression,
that we may witness to the eternal hope
of grief becoming joy
and life rising from death. Amen.
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Scripture Readings:
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Job 14.1-14 | Psalm 31.1-4, 15-16 | l Peter 4.1-8 | John 19.38-42
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Eternal God, Rock and Refuge:
with roots grown old in the earth,
river beds run dry,
and flowers withered in the field,
we wait for revival and release.
Abide with us
until we come alive
in the sunrise of Your glory.
With faith, believing in Your Name.
Amen.
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prayers reprinted {with modifications} from Revised Common Lectionary Prayers, copyright 2002 Consultation on Common Texts and The Book of Alternative Services
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