April 13, 2026
They were talking with each other about everything that had happened. As they talked and discussed these things with each other, Jesus himself came up and walked along with them; but they were kept from recognizing him. (Luke 24:14-15)
Loving God, there are times when we are walking with Jesus and we don’t recognize him. We may not even recognize ourselves. Help us to tap into who and what you call us to be and to live fully into it. Yes, that means we might be more quirky, nerdy, clumsy, or imperfect, but you simply ask us to be authentic. God, give us courage to be fully ourselves and to do our best to make the world a better and brighter place. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
April 14, 2026
He asked them, “What are you discussing together as you walk along?” They stood still, their faces downcast. One of them, named Cleopas, asked him, “Are you the only one visiting Jerusalem who does not know the things that have happened there in these days?” (Luke 24:17-18)
Living God, your love reaches beyond this time and place, and even beyond our understanding. Help us not to put you and what we can be into a limited box. May that which we dream of, hope for, and live for, inspired and infuse us with passion and love for justice and community. Keep us connected to our communities so we can see where we need to put our energy and your light. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
April 15, 2026
“What things?” he asked. “About Jesus of Nazareth,” they replied. “He was a prophet, powerful in word and deed before God and all the people. The chief priests and our rulers handed him over to be sentenced to death, and they crucified him; but we had hoped that he was the one who was going to redeem Israel. And what is more, it is the third day since all this took place.” (Luke 24: 19-21)
Eternal God, there are times when we reminders of your love and sacrifice for us and the world. Jesus died not just for us, but for all people. He died so that we could see the truths of the world and in hope of us doing better. I pray that his short life not be lived in vain and that his teachings sit deep in our hearts, more than ever today. Help us to care for each other, to respect one another, and to believe in the best of each other. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
April 16, 2026
“In addition, some of our women amazed us. They went to the tomb early this morning but didn’t find his body. They came and told us they had seen a vision of angels, who said he was alive. Then some of our companions went to the tomb and found it just as the women had said, but they did not see Jesus.” (Luke 24:22-24)
Hope-filled God, we pray that the Bible’s stories bring light and hope into our lives. We think of those who may have second-guessed the women when they said Jesus was alive. How was that information received? How were the women treated? But more importantly, what has happened in our world where our default may be mistrust or judgment? God, we pray you are in our hearts and souls, softening the hardened parts of them. Grant us your grace and light. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
April 17, 2026
As they approached the village to which they were going, Jesus continued on as if he were going farther. But they urged him strongly, “Stay with us, for it is nearly evening; the day is almost over.” So he went in to stay with them. (Luke 24:28-29)
Caring God, I pray that we invite Jesus, even when we don’t recognize him, to stay with us. I pray that we might recognize something beautiful inside all people. Help us to look for the good in each other, and to trust that you will care for them and us all our days. As the weekend begins, help us to rest and play safely and share your light with all around us. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
April 18, 2026
When he was at the table with them, he took bread, gave thanks, broke it and began to give it to them. Then their eyes were opened and they recognized him, and he disappeared from their sight. (Luke 24:30-31)
Parenting God, as we pray for children and families today, we pray that our world opens our eyes to see bullies and bullying. We pray that bullying ends in our schools and is taken more seriously than before. We pray that parents have the tools and the hearts to see what we can do to change the behaviours in our homes, schools, playgrounds, and workplaces. Help us here at High Country U.C. to see how we can be active in ending bullying. Help us to be your love and light unto all who come our way. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
April 19, 2026
They got up and returned at once to Jerusalem. There they found the Eleven and those with them, assembled together and saying, “It is true! The Lord has risen and has appeared to Simon.” (Luke 24:33-34)
Praise-worthy God, we give thanks for the risen Christ. We give thanks that which we think is an ending is just a beginning. Help us to live into the idea of resurrection in everything that comes our way. Help us to set aside fear and hesitation and to live into dreams, hope, and your vision. We commit to living our lives for you, O God, even as imperfect as we are. Help us to take each step in our days, with light and love. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
They were talking with each other about everything that had happened. As they talked and discussed these things with each other, Jesus himself came up and walked along with them; but they were kept from recognizing him. (Luke 24:14-15)
Loving God, there are times when we are walking with Jesus and we don’t recognize him. We may not even recognize ourselves. Help us to tap into who and what you call us to be and to live fully into it. Yes, that means we might be more quirky, nerdy, clumsy, or imperfect, but you simply ask us to be authentic. God, give us courage to be fully ourselves and to do our best to make the world a better and brighter place. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
April 14, 2026
He asked them, “What are you discussing together as you walk along?” They stood still, their faces downcast. One of them, named Cleopas, asked him, “Are you the only one visiting Jerusalem who does not know the things that have happened there in these days?” (Luke 24:17-18)
Living God, your love reaches beyond this time and place, and even beyond our understanding. Help us not to put you and what we can be into a limited box. May that which we dream of, hope for, and live for, inspired and infuse us with passion and love for justice and community. Keep us connected to our communities so we can see where we need to put our energy and your light. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
April 15, 2026
“What things?” he asked. “About Jesus of Nazareth,” they replied. “He was a prophet, powerful in word and deed before God and all the people. The chief priests and our rulers handed him over to be sentenced to death, and they crucified him; but we had hoped that he was the one who was going to redeem Israel. And what is more, it is the third day since all this took place.” (Luke 24: 19-21)
Eternal God, there are times when we reminders of your love and sacrifice for us and the world. Jesus died not just for us, but for all people. He died so that we could see the truths of the world and in hope of us doing better. I pray that his short life not be lived in vain and that his teachings sit deep in our hearts, more than ever today. Help us to care for each other, to respect one another, and to believe in the best of each other. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
April 16, 2026
“In addition, some of our women amazed us. They went to the tomb early this morning but didn’t find his body. They came and told us they had seen a vision of angels, who said he was alive. Then some of our companions went to the tomb and found it just as the women had said, but they did not see Jesus.” (Luke 24:22-24)
Hope-filled God, we pray that the Bible’s stories bring light and hope into our lives. We think of those who may have second-guessed the women when they said Jesus was alive. How was that information received? How were the women treated? But more importantly, what has happened in our world where our default may be mistrust or judgment? God, we pray you are in our hearts and souls, softening the hardened parts of them. Grant us your grace and light. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
April 17, 2026
As they approached the village to which they were going, Jesus continued on as if he were going farther. But they urged him strongly, “Stay with us, for it is nearly evening; the day is almost over.” So he went in to stay with them. (Luke 24:28-29)
Caring God, I pray that we invite Jesus, even when we don’t recognize him, to stay with us. I pray that we might recognize something beautiful inside all people. Help us to look for the good in each other, and to trust that you will care for them and us all our days. As the weekend begins, help us to rest and play safely and share your light with all around us. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
April 18, 2026
When he was at the table with them, he took bread, gave thanks, broke it and began to give it to them. Then their eyes were opened and they recognized him, and he disappeared from their sight. (Luke 24:30-31)
Parenting God, as we pray for children and families today, we pray that our world opens our eyes to see bullies and bullying. We pray that bullying ends in our schools and is taken more seriously than before. We pray that parents have the tools and the hearts to see what we can do to change the behaviours in our homes, schools, playgrounds, and workplaces. Help us here at High Country U.C. to see how we can be active in ending bullying. Help us to be your love and light unto all who come our way. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
April 19, 2026
They got up and returned at once to Jerusalem. There they found the Eleven and those with them, assembled together and saying, “It is true! The Lord has risen and has appeared to Simon.” (Luke 24:33-34)
Praise-worthy God, we give thanks for the risen Christ. We give thanks that which we think is an ending is just a beginning. Help us to live into the idea of resurrection in everything that comes our way. Help us to set aside fear and hesitation and to live into dreams, hope, and your vision. We commit to living our lives for you, O God, even as imperfect as we are. Help us to take each step in our days, with light and love. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
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