PRAYER

*Dear Lord,*

*We gather today to celebrate the joyous news of your resurrection. You suffered death and were buried for us, but on the third day, you rose again in glory. We praise you for your mighty power and love.*

*Your resurrection is a testament to your divinity and redeeming work. You proved that death is not the end, but a new beginning. You paved the way for us to have eternal life and to live victorious lives.*

*We cry out for your help, O God, and thank you for redeeming us by shedding your blood on the cross. May we die to sin and live for you, walking in newness of life.*

*Lord, have mercy on us. May we share in your suffering and love a life hidden with you in the Father. May all who lie dead in sin hear your voice and rise to life.*

*Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us.*

*All-powerful and ever-living God, your only Son went down among the dead and rose again in glory. Raise up your faithful people, buried with him in baptism, to be one with him in the everlasting life of heaven.*

*Amen ❤️🙏*