As we search for the bishop God has selected for us, prayer serves to open our hearts and minds. Let us join our voices in prayer for the Holy Spirit to lead and unite us, and bring us strength and clarity, as we envision the future for our diocese.
PRAYER RESOURCES
A PRAYER FOR THE SELECTION OF OUR NEXT BISHOP
Heavenly Father, you oversee all that we say and do. Guide the people of the Episcopal Diocese of San Joaquin in the selection of our next bishop, that we may be led by your Holy Spirit. Direct us toward the person you desire to fill this role. Lead us to a person of integrity, a person of prayer, and a person of faith, who is capable of carrying out your wishes for our future. Above all, may our new leader be one who is willing to receive your unconditional love, and pass it on to those near and far. We pray this in the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. AMEN.
- from the Diocese of Louisiana
Loving God who leads us into growth and discovery, give us curious and discerning minds, open us up to the possibilities of newness, and help us be still and listen to your voice as we search for our new bishop.
- from the Diocese of New Jersey
Almighty God, giver of every good gift: Look graciously on your Church, and so guide the minds of those who shall choose a bishop for this Diocese, that we may receive a faithful pastor, who will care for your people and equip us for our ministries; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
- BCP pg. 818
Gracious God, we are grateful for all that you are and for all you have done through the Episcopal Diocese of San Joaquin. We ask you to draw us closer to you and to each other as we engage in the search for our new bishop. Grant us discerning hearts which will fully trust in the guidance of your Holy Spirit. Bless the people of this diocese with your power and purpose and bless this holy work we do in your name to your glory. This we ask in the name of Jesus Christ. Amen.
- from the Diocese of Utah