The 2013 Churchwide assembly will be August 12-17 in Pittsburgh, PA. More information can be found here.
Please plan to include the following in your congregational prayers as indicated:
The Sunday before the assembly begins.
This petition may be included in your congregational Prayers of Intercession on Sunday, August 11.
Loving God, we pray for our church the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. By your Holy Spirit direct and guide churchwide assembly gathering this week in Pittsburgh. Lead our church, pastors and bishops, and all leaders, with the peace and love that comes only from you, for the sake of your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord.
Hear us, O God.
Your mercy is great.
The Sunday after the assembly has concluded.
This petition may be included in your congregational Prayers of Intercession on Sunday, August 18.
Most high and holy God, we give you thanks for the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, for the work done in service to the world, and for your mercies, which are always new. Be with our church now as it continues to spread your good news and carry out your mission in the world with our hands.
Hear us, O God.
Your mercy is great.