Intercessions for Thursdays

From Bishop Lancelot Andrewes’ Private Devotions

In peace let us pray to the Lord.

For the peace that is from above and for the salvation of our souls,

Lord, have mercy.

For the peace of the whole world and for the good estate of the holy churches of God and for the union of them all;

Lord, have mercy.

For this holy house and for those who with faith and reverence enter in;

Lord, have mercy.

For our forebears in holy things, for the worthy presbyterate, for the deacons ministering in Christ, and for all the clergy and people;

Lord, have mercy.

For all the city and country, and for all believers who live here;

Lord, have mercy.

For the good temperature of the air, abundance of the fruits of the earth, and peaceful times;

Lord, have mercy.

For those at sea, those traveling, the sick, the weary, the prisoners and for their deliverance;

Lord, have mercy.

Help, save pity, and protect us, O God, by your grace.

Lord, have mercy.

All-holy, undefiled, highly blessed Mother of God, and ever-virgin Mary, together with all the saints, we commend ourselves, each other, and all our life to Christ our God, even to YOU LORD to whom be glory, honor, and worship. Amen.

(trans. By David Scott)