Praying Through Advent
Many resources available including a special vision discernment prayer
Posted November 23, 2015
At our synod Bishop Michael invited all parishes use the following prayer during Sunday services in Advent.
God of abundant grace,
in this time of joyful anticipation,
send us out with a renewed song of joy in our hearts.
As we wait again for the advent of your Son,
and enter into a period of discernment about our diocesan vision;
enliven our imaginations to find new and creative ways to live Christ's message of love;
enrich our vision for the life and ministry of your church in this place;
and draw us together in compassion and hope for all your people. Amen.
Our diocese is embarking on a discernment process around our vision for ministry in 2016 and the prayers of Anglicans across Niagara will help ground that work in the Spirit. This prayer may be used at the the conclusion of the intercessions or as a prelude to the dismissal.
To help Anglicans celebrate the season of Advent through to Christmas, the Anglican Church of Canada has also developed an Advent hub for seasonal information and resources. Resources include material from the worldwide Anglican Communion and partner organizations such as KAIROS and the Primate’s World Relief and Development Fund.