Election Litany

P: Holy God, as we deliberate as a nation during this national election, we pray for your wisdom to guide our decision. Grant us a vision for our country that is larger than our self interest, recognizing that we are all one people, joined together for the betterment of all.

P: For the right to vote and to make our voices heard,
C: We give you thanks, O God.

P: For the peaceful transition of power,
C: We give you thanks, O God.

P: For the rule of law which facilitates justice
C: We give you thanks, O God.

P: For peace, order, and good government
C: We give you thanks, O God.

P: For our freedoms which we too often take for granted
C: We give you thanks, O God.

P: Holy God your Word says that there is no governing authority except from you, so we pray that you will raise up leaders of compassion and wisdom
C: and grant your people strength to support those who speak for us

P: Grant our leaders a hunger for justice and righteousness
C: and our people strength to hold them accountable

P: May our leaders defend the rights of the poor
C: and may your people give freely to those in need

P: Help our leaders to be good stewards of your glorious creation
C: and assist your people to manage your abundance wisely.

P: All of this we pray through the One who makes all things new, Jesus Christ our Lord,
C: Amen