Prayers: The Baptism of Christ (Epiphany One)
Lord Jesus,
we give thanks for your humility
when you asked John to baptise you in the Jordan River.
We rejoice that the Spirit came to you, gentle as a dove,
and the Father delighted in you as his beloved Son.
Wade with us into the waters of our daily life
as we resolve again to live by the promises made at our baptism.
Hold us tight in case we slip and fall,
and renew in us God’s life in the Holy Spirit.
Lead us deeper into the love of the Father,
so we may always know that we are beloved children
and the apple of God’s eye. Amen.
Silent Prayer
God our Father,
your Son our Lord Jesus Christ was baptised
in the waters of the River Jordan by John,
and anointed with the Holy Spirit.
We ask you to bless this water which we use in faith.
Pour out your forgiveness upon us
and strengthen us in holiness.
Give us living water
always springing up as a fountain of salvation,
that Christ your Beloved Son may lead us to your presence in purity of heart.
We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.
God of the Universe,
Pour out your Spirit on us each day.
Help us to follow your will,
so that you can be pleased with us.
We ask this in Jesus’ name. Amen.
Collect 19
Eternal Father,
who at the baptism of Jesus
revealed him to be your Son,
anointing him with the Holy Spirit:
grant that we who are born again by water and the Spirit
may rejoice to be called your children;
through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord,
who is alive and reigns with you,
in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
one God, now and for ever.