December 8, 2025
But the angel said to her, “Do not be afraid, Mary; you have found favour with God. You will conceive and give birth to a son, and you are to call him Jesus. (Luke 1:30)
Creating God, as we pray for peace this week, we hold in our hearts those who lived in Residential Schools. We pray for Truth and Reconciliation, for healing for those who were harmed, and for justice that leads to lasting peace. Shape our hearts, language, and learning as we seek faithful and peaceful ways forward. O God, interrupt our ordinary days with holy wonder. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
December 9, 2025
“I am the Lord’s servant,” Mary answered. “May your word to me be fulfilled.” Then the angel left her. (Luke 1:38)
Peace-Giving God, today we think of our friends who live without adequate supports within ODSP and Ontario Works programs. Help us to be allies, advocating for changes to the system and to the funding so that they can stop fighting to survive, and can focus on living with peace in their souls. The struggles can overtake the mind and the body, and God, we long for everyone to know what peace is. Teach us Mary’s courage – to say yes when we cannot see the way. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
December 10, 2025
But after Joseph had considered this, an angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream and said, “Joseph son of David, do not be afraid to take Mary home as your wife, because what is conceived in her is from the Holy Spirit. She will give birth to a son, and you are to give him the name Jesus, because he will save his people from their sins.” (Matt 1:20-21)
Creating God, help us to find and make peace in our strained relationships. Create in us hearts that are open to changing, open to learning, and open to accepting. We may find peace in just accepting things will never change. We may find peace in apologizing. We may find peace in other ways. Guide us into a way so worry dissipates from our minds and we can focus on things that can make a difference in or world. In our confusion, speak peace. Help us trust your greater plan. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
December 11, 2025
When Joseph woke up, he did what the angel of the Lord had commanded him and took Mary home as his wife. But he did not consummate their marriage until she gave birth to a son. And he gave him the name Jesus. (Matthew 1:24-25)
Loving God, we pray for peace for those living with addiction, for those in recovery, and for those who are vulnerable. Grant them a deep and healing peace, and bring comfort to their families as they walk alongside them. Bless all who offer care and support, and guide them toward hope and new paths. Help us help one another find strength, peace, and connection. Stay near, O God with us, and warm our waiting hearts. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
December 12, 2025
When Elizabeth heard Mary’s greeting, the baby leaped in her womb, and Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit. In a loud voice she exclaimed: “Blessed are you among women, and blessed is the child you will bear! (Luke 1:41-42)
Creating God, we pray for peace for all who live with chronic pain, illness, or disease. We pray that they find comfort in your love. May they find peace in whatever outcome is theirs, in knowing they are not alone, and in the quiet of their souls. Where there is no cure, may peace be found in some way – support, prayer, or in the hope of advances in research. God, help us to be bearers of your peace by offering an ear to listen and a shoulder to lean on. Bless our believing, Lord, and fill our days with joyful expectation. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
December 13, 2025
And Mary said: “My soul glorifies the Lord and my spirit rejoices in God my Saviour, for he has been mindful of the humble state of his servant. From now on all generations will call me blessed, for the Mighty One has done great things for me - holy is his name. (Luke 1:46-49)
Creating God, we pray for children and families, asking for peace within their homes. Be near where little ones make peace hard to find, and give us strength to support one another. Grant patience and presence to families with teenagers, and surround those who are
separating with care and peace. Let our lives sing your praise, for you lift up the lowly and fill the hungry. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
December 14, 2025
When it was time for Elizabeth to have her baby, she gave birth to a son. On the eighth day they came to circumcise the child, and they were going to name him after his father Zechariah, but his mother spoke up and said, “No! He is to be called John.” (Luke 1: 57, 59-60)
Creating God, we begin the third week of Advent: Joy. It’s my most favourite week as we focus on finding some joy in our lives, even in the darkness, the storm, and the strife. Help us to catch a glimmer of your light so we can see a little joy in the hardships. Your promises are born in surprising ways, Lord. Help us notice your gifts. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
But the angel said to her, “Do not be afraid, Mary; you have found favour with God. You will conceive and give birth to a son, and you are to call him Jesus. (Luke 1:30)
Creating God, as we pray for peace this week, we hold in our hearts those who lived in Residential Schools. We pray for Truth and Reconciliation, for healing for those who were harmed, and for justice that leads to lasting peace. Shape our hearts, language, and learning as we seek faithful and peaceful ways forward. O God, interrupt our ordinary days with holy wonder. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
December 9, 2025
“I am the Lord’s servant,” Mary answered. “May your word to me be fulfilled.” Then the angel left her. (Luke 1:38)
Peace-Giving God, today we think of our friends who live without adequate supports within ODSP and Ontario Works programs. Help us to be allies, advocating for changes to the system and to the funding so that they can stop fighting to survive, and can focus on living with peace in their souls. The struggles can overtake the mind and the body, and God, we long for everyone to know what peace is. Teach us Mary’s courage – to say yes when we cannot see the way. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
December 10, 2025
But after Joseph had considered this, an angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream and said, “Joseph son of David, do not be afraid to take Mary home as your wife, because what is conceived in her is from the Holy Spirit. She will give birth to a son, and you are to give him the name Jesus, because he will save his people from their sins.” (Matt 1:20-21)
Creating God, help us to find and make peace in our strained relationships. Create in us hearts that are open to changing, open to learning, and open to accepting. We may find peace in just accepting things will never change. We may find peace in apologizing. We may find peace in other ways. Guide us into a way so worry dissipates from our minds and we can focus on things that can make a difference in or world. In our confusion, speak peace. Help us trust your greater plan. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
December 11, 2025
When Joseph woke up, he did what the angel of the Lord had commanded him and took Mary home as his wife. But he did not consummate their marriage until she gave birth to a son. And he gave him the name Jesus. (Matthew 1:24-25)
Loving God, we pray for peace for those living with addiction, for those in recovery, and for those who are vulnerable. Grant them a deep and healing peace, and bring comfort to their families as they walk alongside them. Bless all who offer care and support, and guide them toward hope and new paths. Help us help one another find strength, peace, and connection. Stay near, O God with us, and warm our waiting hearts. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
December 12, 2025
When Elizabeth heard Mary’s greeting, the baby leaped in her womb, and Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit. In a loud voice she exclaimed: “Blessed are you among women, and blessed is the child you will bear! (Luke 1:41-42)
Creating God, we pray for peace for all who live with chronic pain, illness, or disease. We pray that they find comfort in your love. May they find peace in whatever outcome is theirs, in knowing they are not alone, and in the quiet of their souls. Where there is no cure, may peace be found in some way – support, prayer, or in the hope of advances in research. God, help us to be bearers of your peace by offering an ear to listen and a shoulder to lean on. Bless our believing, Lord, and fill our days with joyful expectation. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
December 13, 2025
And Mary said: “My soul glorifies the Lord and my spirit rejoices in God my Saviour, for he has been mindful of the humble state of his servant. From now on all generations will call me blessed, for the Mighty One has done great things for me - holy is his name. (Luke 1:46-49)
Creating God, we pray for children and families, asking for peace within their homes. Be near where little ones make peace hard to find, and give us strength to support one another. Grant patience and presence to families with teenagers, and surround those who are
separating with care and peace. Let our lives sing your praise, for you lift up the lowly and fill the hungry. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
December 14, 2025
When it was time for Elizabeth to have her baby, she gave birth to a son. On the eighth day they came to circumcise the child, and they were going to name him after his father Zechariah, but his mother spoke up and said, “No! He is to be called John.” (Luke 1: 57, 59-60)
Creating God, we begin the third week of Advent: Joy. It’s my most favourite week as we focus on finding some joy in our lives, even in the darkness, the storm, and the strife. Help us to catch a glimmer of your light so we can see a little joy in the hardships. Your promises are born in surprising ways, Lord. Help us notice your gifts. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
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