by Rev. Bing Canlas
(This weekly guide to prayer may be used by an individual for personal daily devotion or by prayer groups in retreat)
January 11-17, 2010
Theme 3: A New Life with Jesus Christ
I. Opening Prayer
It is within your infinite presence where we always are, because you fill all space – on earth and in that awesome beyond, which is but in your bosom. We cannot help feeling awed by this truth, Almighty God. And yet this, or any other thing, cannot compare with your mighty act in the person of your Son Jesus Christ our Lord whom you gave to us unreservedly.
We acknowledge all this with joyful wonder as we lift up our hearts in eternal praise, adoration and worship. Reward us this moment with the healing warmth of your Spirit, and lead us away from this sanctuary ready to do your bidding. Amen.
-Querubin D. Canlas, September/2007
II. Passage of Praise Psalm 36:5-10
III. Daily Bible Readings:
January 11, Monday John 1:35-45
January 12, Tuesday Matthew 4:18-22
January 13, Wednesday Luke 9:23-26, 57-62
January 14, Thursday Matthew 10:34-42
January 15, Friday Matthew 11:25-30
January 16, Saturday Matthew 20:1-16
January 17, Sunday Isaiah 62:1-5
(2nd Sunday after the Epiphany) 1 Corinthians 12:1-11 John 2:1-11
IV. Moments of Reflection: Silent and/or written
V. Sweet Hour of Prayer: Personal and/or intercessory
VI. Hymn: Many Gifts, One Spirit (UMH 114)
VII. Closing Prayer
- The blessings, joy, and peace from our loving and caring God we now claim to keep us into His fold, to serve Him – who is Father, Son, and Holy Spirit – and even His Church and our fellow human beings. Amen.
-Querubin D. Canlas, September/2007
