so that we might be strengthened to meet him again and again along the way. Please enable JavaScript on your browser to best view this site. I receive you into my life as my Lord. In a world that grows increasingly dark, help us hold up His light. The Easter season is a time of reflection and celebration. Christianity.com is a member of the Salem Web Network of sites including: Copyright 2023, Christianity.com. Communion is a wonderful time to remind yourself of what is most important. raising him to new life Thank you, Lord that by your wounds we are healed. Communion is a wonderful time to come to God in true repentance not just acknowledging the sin but asking for the desire not to do it again. Perhaps it is the love of Christ, or maybe it is the hope that although things can look so dead and hopeless as they did on Good Friday, there is joy in the morning as in Easter Morning. Keep us faithful in your service Get Your Bible Minute in Your Inbox Every Morning. - Hope Bolinger, Father, please help me to act in a way that accurately depicts who You are. Thank you for sharing that connection. Let it be that we carry in our hearts the sacrifice Jesus made for us not just on communion Sunday, but every day. 8 pages / 26 slides. Let us have hearts of thankfulness for your sacrifice. You are forgiveness, You bring deep peace to our souls and Your love flows within us. You can rejoice when taking communion because your forgiveness, your redemption, your eternal life is all because of the great sacrifice Jesus made for you. - Lysa Terkeurst, Christ our life,You are alive - in the beauty of the earthin the rhythm of the seasonsin the mystery of time and spaceAlleluia, Christ our life,You are alive - in the tenderness of touchin the heartbeat of intimacyin the insights of solitudeAlleluia, Christ our life,You are alive - in the creative possibilityof the dullest conversationof the dreariest taskthe most threatening eventAlleluia. The frequency in which communion is taken varies from church to church, because there is no specific commandment that directs how often you should. The sacrifice of your sons very body for our sin was costly. Salem Media Group. The Easter Vigil begins and ends in darkness. The Pursuit of Victory: How To Conquer Your Greatest Challenges and Win In Your Christian Life. He broke bread and gave thanks. They are similar to the elements of ourstandard Communion liturgy (adapted from the United Church of Christ Book of Worship) except that the WORDS OF INSTITUTIONhave been replaced byWORDS OF RESURRECTION. I have allowed the trials of this life to lock me into a spirit of fear, robbing me of the peace that is mine in Christ. Lets not just make it about a prayer before you take communion, but a prayer that shapes your focus daily. Make the resurrection personal to ushelp it to inspire and change the way we live each day beyond Easter. Friday, Easter Vigil and Easter Sunday morning) is a proposal shared with you by the LWF Com - munion Office. Thank You, Jesus. To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that (Based on Revelation 5:12, Philippians 2:10-11). The other part of communion that we should be doing is rejoicing. May your faith experience renewed life and joy through the victory of Christ! You have the right to call the shots in my life. How can I ever thank You enough for coming into this world to give Your life for me? Offering Easter prayers of blessing is one of the most powerful ways to remember the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus and his resurrection from the grave. I ask you to come into my heart, and I commit to following Jesus as my personal Lord and Savior. And in the same way, as I take this cup representing Your blood poured out from a splintered cross, I realize that You were the supreme sacrifice for all my sin: past, present, and future. He is married to the perfect woman and has two boys who he loves beyond words. Help us to walk in that mighty grace and tell your good news to the world. Amen. - Rachel Marie Stone, Dear Heavenly Father, thank You so much for the cross. At St. Matthew's Episcopal Church, the Rev. Our Lord died on the cross to cleanse our sins and rose from the dead that we may have eternal life through Him. In Jesus' Name, Amen. I pray this in Jesus' name! I expect that the originalhearers were probably saying the Aramaic version of "Say what?! I declare today that my family will focus on Your goodness. How Amish Celebrate Easter. Make us agents of your hope by what we do for others and claim for our lives. DisciplesNet newsletter, Donate to DisciplesNet using DisciplesNet Online Giving, To use postal mail, address checks to "DisciplesNet Church" and mail to:DisciplesNet Church, Donate or ask about giving by e-Mail using giving@disciplesnet.org. Help me resist the temptation to focus on the painful things of this earthly life and learn to control my thoughts so they dont sink my faith or joy in You. - "He has risen." Filed Under: communion, Easter Day, prayers Tagged With: Alleluia, AndyJ, Communion, Easter, prayer after communion, Your email address will not be published. Let us have eyes that look upon your grace and rejoice in our salvation. I thank You from the depths of my heart for loving me so completely! It is the most wonderful gift You have ever given me. We pray this Easter Meal Blessing with confidence in Jesus victorious name, Amen. Prayer Before Communion. Thank you for the victory and power in your Name. Amen. Scripture tells us that "Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! until you come again in glory Come all the faithful, let us worshipfor through the Cross, joy has come to all the world. Lord Jesus, I bow before you in humility and ask You to examine my heart today. I confess my sin, and I believe that you are God, my Savior. For now, I wait in hope and excitement for when I will see you face to face (pink jellybean). All rights reserved. Help me celebrate that life every day as I seek You and follow Your plan for my life. Lift up your hearts. - Rachel Olsen, Dear Heavenly Father, thank you so much for creating me and everything in this universe (green jellybean). But its Christs table. Thank you that youre alive, and that you want a relationship with me. You set before us a great choice.Therefore we choose life.The dance of resurrection soars andsurges through the whole creation,This is grace, dying we live.So let us live. A Prayer for the Propagation of the Pious Custom of Daily Communion - O sweetest Jesus, Thou who camest into the . Lift up your hearts. We want to be a part of Your great redemptive plan in the earth. You endured more pain, more shame, more sorrow, more grief than we can possibly fathom. Strengthen our belief so that we might continue enjoying spiritual treasures from your hand as we rest in the promise of the life to come. Help us remember why You gave Your life. 12:00, three hours of prayer and reflection based upon the stations of the cross. This Easter day, the resurrection of Jesus reminds us that God makes all things new. Thank you that because of your huge sacrifice we can live free. Forgiveness Freedom and the ability to walk with You through this fallen world into eternity. Father, We praise You for sending Your Son to abide with us and be with us. that we might see him here and everywhere we go - Liz Curtis Higgs, These times are frightening, Lord. In Jesus Christs Name, I pray, Amen. On Easter Sunday, Christians celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead. You can find out more about Rebecca at www.rebeccabarlowjordan.com. Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. There are in fact many reasons you can rejoice. You can rejoice because you belong to him. Where is Jesus? But I want to thank you for going through with Gods plan, even when it was scary for you (purple jellybean). Because of this table we have been madewhole. You never change. COMMUNION PRAYER - Christ, who was there before the universe was called into creation; Christ who was anticipated by the prophets and prepared for by the people; Christ, who was born in a manger, baptized in the Jordan, and who calmed storms on the sea of Galilee; Christ,who fed us all with word, with healing, with loaves and fishes; Christ who Jesus, I want to relax in your love. May my words and actions say to others, Truly this man is the Son of God! In Jesus Name, Amen. Forgive me for the ways I try to "help" You save and fix me. as we embody the gift of his resurrection in our lives and in our world. Help us remember why You gave Your life. Easter Communion. He also took wine and poured it, which represented his spilled blood. Dont let communion just be a solemn moment, let it be a celebratory moment because there are reasons to celebrate. Thank you that I dont have to earn it or deserve it or work for it. This Easter, remind me just how much I need You. I thank You for becoming a human so that You can sympathize with my struggles. Easter is not only the greatest Christian feast; Easter Sunday symbolizes the fulfillment of our faith as Christians. Please break up that fallow ground and search us, oh God, show us the hidden places that offend you so that through repentance we can offer you the praise you so richly deserve. These are weekly communion meditations and prayers set to match the Lectionary readings. In Jesus Name, Amen. - Debbie Daniel. 10 Reasons God Might Not Be Blessing Your Life, Inspiring Mother Breaks Down after Earning Golden Buzzer with Celine Dion Hit, 7 Things that Will Keep Me from Coming Back to Your Church, 6 Truths about Jesus Coming into the World, 9 Christians You Don't Want to Sit Beside on Sunday Morning, 10 Things You Should Know about the Intermediate State of Death, 'You Raise Me Up' Duet Earns A Standing Ovation From The Judges. Through our risen Christ, Because of mercy. And also with you. These prayers for Easter can be used around the Sunday dinner table or used to begin church service as a call to worship. We should also have a repentant heart before we take communion. Thanksgiving and Communion The Lord be with you. - Pete Briscoe, Lord, how can we ever thank You enough? - Maria Miriam, Father God, Easter is also a time when we have the opportunity to come alongside those in our family. A Prayer for the Propagation of the Pious Custom of Daily Communion - O sweetest Jesus, Thou who camest into the . Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. This prayer is said by everyone in attendance, both baptized and unbaptized. I want to enjoy a relationship with you, as well. It is right, and a good and joyful thing, Amen. Almanac is a complete calendar and lectionary according to the calendar of the Church of England for both Common Worship and the Book of Common Prayer.. You paid such a price that we may live in freedom today. Proud member Though we were made from dust, and our bodies will return to dust again, we can live in eternal glory with you through the blood of your Son. - Karen Ehman, Dear Jesus, I plead for You to give me Your grief over the people who have missed You and rejected You. I admit that I have sinned (black jellybean) and have fallen short of your glory. - Kristine Brown, Jesus, I believe You are the resurrection and the life. And when the enemy reminds us where we have been, hissing his lies and attacks our way, we trust that your voice speaks louder and stronger, reminding us we are safe with you and that your purposes and plans will not fail. the table where we remember how he gave of himself for us, Thank You that I can enter into Your presence with confidence because of what You have done for me on the cross. - Sharon Jaynes, Christ is Risen: The world below lies desolateChrist is Risen: The spirits of evil are fallenChrist is Risen: The angels of God are rejoicingChrist is Risen: The tombs of the dead are empty, Christ is Risen indeed from the dead,the first of the sleepers,Glory and power are his forever and ever.- St. Hippolytus of Rome, Father God, Im so thankful forgiveness isnt something I have to earn or achieve. Some family members may celebrate Easter by tradition, not fully understanding what Easter represents and means. homily for the 2nd sunday of lent year a. wednesday devotion: prayers to st. joseph. God, the fact that Jesus is risen should lift my head, my heart and my attitude. Be near to us, and save us so that we may praise you for your deliverance. Forgive me for denying You. 1 Corinthians 11:24-28. In Jesus' Name, Amen. For this is My blood of the new covenant, which is shed for many for the remission of sins." However, since Amish church services are held every other Sunday, some churches hold communion on the Sunday following Easter instead. Receive the gifts we bring to this place, You see my every failure. Let us have eyes that look upon your grace and rejoice in our salvation. Let me give you a simple suggestion as to how you should live, not just after communion Sunday but after every day. What is Easter? You can rejoice because your sins are forgiven. Transformed by Life (PDF+PPT download) Pat Bennett 3.40. Where, O death is your sting? In Jesus Name, Amen. It changed my life and set me free; it brought healing to my body and deliverance to my mind. One of the reasons to pray before you take communion is to give God an opportunity to reveal any sin that you may have been harboring in your heart. Me, the unwanted girl whom You loved, redeemed and wanted. Thank You for giving us the grace to release our failed efforts and bottled up emotions to You, free of judgment and full of healing love. May I never forget that You gave Your life for me, so that one day I might live with You in eternity. Alleluia.Christ has been raised from the dead,the first fruits of those who have fallen asleep. Each day we awake to breathe, you faithfully meet us with purpose. I know that rejoicing and delighting in you is a safeguard for my spirit. 22-February-23 Paul warns us that we should always examine ourselves before taking communion. Remember, the Holy Spirit intercedes for us and God knows your heart even if you can't find the words to pray.Prayer for HealingPrayer for StrengthPrayer for ProtectionMorning PrayersGood Night PrayersShort PrayersSerenity PrayerSinners PrayerPrayer for ForgivenessPrayer for Guidance, Image Courtesy:Thinkstock/RomoloTavani; Video credits for audio, video, photos: Soundstripe, Storyblocks, LightStock, ThinkStock, 10 Reasons God Might Not Be Blessing Your Life, Inspiring Mother Breaks Down after Earning Golden Buzzer with Celine Dion Hit, 7 Things that Will Keep Me from Coming Back to Your Church, 6 Truths about Jesus Coming into the World, 9 Christians You Don't Want to Sit Beside on Sunday Morning, 10 Things You Should Know about the Intermediate State of Death, 'You Raise Me Up' Duet Earns A Standing Ovation From The Judges. Today Im turning over every part of my life to your management. Great Prayer of Thanksgiving The Lord be with you. It is a simplified form of many worshiping traditions within the Lutheran communion and our ecumenical heritage. In Jesus Name, Amen. Use these Easter prayers to give thanks and glory to Jesus Christ! In Jesus Name, Amen. I declare that you did not give me a spirit of fear or cowardice! - Rebecca Barlow Jordan, Dear Lord, may I realize afresh today what Your death and resurrection mean for me. I confess that I have not been trusting your plan for my life and the lives of my loved ones. I am a child of God. Help me stay focused on You. Thank you for walking around on this broken, dusty, and trouble-ridden planet for 33 years so that we might believe and have eternal life. I pray this in Jesus' name! Before I take this bread and drink this cup, I repent of any sins I have committed before you. Ever blessing the Lord, we sing His Resurrection, for having endured the Cross for us, He has destroyed death by death.". Keep your words of truth planted firm within us, help us to keep focused on what is pure and right, give us the power to be obedient to your word.