Prayer Service for Protection from Illness

Physical copies can be found at St. Augustine Church. In addition, we have linked a printable version of this service for your convenience.

Presider:

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.

All:      Amen.

Presider:

            The Lord be with you.

All:      And with your spirit.

Opening Prayer

Presider:

            O God, our refuge in adversity,

            our strength in sickness, our comfort in sorrow,

            protect your people,

            that under your care

            our community and world might be spared from

            further sickness and find relief through your loving

            mercy. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,

            who lives and reigns with you

            in the unity of the Holy Spirit,

            one God, for ever and ever.

All:      Amen.

PLEASE NOW STATE YOUR PETITIONS.

Presider:

Gathering our prayers into one, we pray in the words Jesus taught us:

All:      Our Father…

Blessing

Presider:

            God of all consolation,

            your Son calmed the wind and rain,

            and healed the sick of mind and body.

            Through your loving care,

            grant us protection from illness

            and help us to stand firm in the midst of danger.

            Granted your healing to those who are ill

            and bring this time of sickness to a swift end.

            Guide us, that we might show your

            compassion, and live your justice:

            never losing hope or seeking our own good at the expense of another.

            We ask this through Christ our Lord.

All:      Amen.