September 6

Lord Jesus Christ, Your saving work on the cross bought salvation for us. Bless the work of our hands that we may serve You with humility and endeavor to do good things for our neighbors. Allow this Labor Day weekend to provide an opportunity to celebrate both labor and rest. Inspire all who lead education and outreach programs that begin on Rally Day so that Your Name will be glorified as the Gospel of hope is shared. Direct all in our schools to learn from You, the Author of Life, during this new school year as Your people seek Your blessing; for You reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

September 13

You, O Lord, are shield for us, the glory and the lifter of our heads. Under the shelter of Your wings, gracious God, we rejoice. You protect us from harm and danger and You comfort us in our sorrow. As we remember the terrorist attacks of 2001, preserve us from all acts of violence. Give us hearts and hands that work for peace. Help us to number our days and to use every gift You provide for Your service and work. Hear our prayers in the Name of Jesus Christ the Lord.

September 20

Merciful Lord, You raised up Your servant Saint Paul the Apostle to help people on the streets of Athens to know Jesus Christ as the one true God. Allow the Witness in the Public Square Luncheon to be a motivation for Your people to share Your Good News every day. Bless honorees Judith Benke, Mildred Fink, Kenneth Schnepp and their loved ones as they reflect Your goodness in their words and actions. Bless, sustain, and keep your servants Pastor Biruk Chiksa and Pastor Samuel Wondemu as

they are installed as Missionaries at Large of the Atlantic District this week during this event. Let their work among us bear much fruit as you protect and keep their families in Your service. We pray this in the Name of Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

September 27

Gracious and merciful Lord, receive our thanks for Mount Zion Lutheran Church in Manhattan. Guide Pastor Ramsudh, Pastor Hannah, and Vicar Howard as they serve there. Bring healing and strength to Pastor Ramsudh. Give Your Spirit to this parish so that they may reach out to their neighbors with the healing love of Jesus. By the power of Your Holy Spirit working through the Word and Sacraments, cause Your children to

march to Mount Zion, the holy city of God, with joy and hope. Hear our prayers offered through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.