Thus it reminds us that we are ever to be progressing from darkness to light, from ignorance to knowledge. 928 0 obj<>stream for Your glory. to be of help to those less fortunate. The motto "Robut et Furor" ("Strength and Fury . O God, Divine Architect of the Universe, Jesus, in Your Powerful Name we pray, Amen. BENEDICTIONS & CLOSING PRAYERS O God of people and nations, we pause at the close of this meeting to acknowledge again Your sovereignty over our lives and our Country. Keep Set us free from comparison in order to work together efficiently. Through Jesus Christ, our Lord, Amen. Yet, even He knew that true peace came only from God. upon You, O God. Illustrious Potentate: Since all present are Nobles of the Mystic Shrine and our Temple securely guarded, let us form about the altar and unite in singing our opening ode. May our lives He will regard the prayer of the destitute, and not despise their prayer. I thank You that we are brothers and sisters by Your design. may we be sustained in health and strength from this fare. Help us each to do our parts to bring the plans discussed to life. In Jesus Name, Amen. We praise you for your great love. Amen. take now have eternal consequences. other regular Masonic body other than those stated. May all glory go up to You when we reach the finish line and climb over benchmarks. Show us the way and fill us with courage and wisdom. Texas Lodge of Research. All arise and form semi-circle, opening towards the Orient. Supreme Ruler of the Universe, we most reverently invoke Thy blessing in these troubled times. God of action, enabler of all life, never let us forget that THE MIGHT of the FATHER of HEAVEN, and the Wisdom of the Glorious SON, through the Grace and Goodness of the HOLY GHOST, three Persons and One GOD, Be with us and Give us Grace so to Govern us here in our living, that we may come to his Bliss that never shall have Ending. 4. As we work together to fulfill your purpose, we commit to walk in grace, humility, and truth. Supreme Architect of the Universe, accept our humble thanks for the many mercies and blessings which they bounty has conferred on us, and especially for this friendly and social intercourse. Father God, show us the wisdom from the rite of discalceation, one shoe on and one shoe off, that not everything in life comes to us with great ease. Come bless our gathering with unity, hope and vision. Remind us of our interdependence upon each other, and the Word that came forth. In extreme emotion, this indescribable feeling is even more pronounced. For You assure us that where two or more gather in Your name You are here. This article is part of our larger Prayers resource meant to inspire and encourage your prayer life when you face uncertain times. the Sky" Shrine Club. the reality of time represented by the level so that we will spend our time And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another and all the more as you see the Day approaching.. Thank you for bringing us together to recognize the hard work and dedication of this years award recipients. As we begin our conference, we dedicate this time to you. 0000000987 00000 n Forgive us for any wrongdoing, and give us a clean heart. Be their strength, shield, and stay, O God. As we begin today, remind us of our That you would open the right doors for our lives and for our loved ones, that you would close the wrong doors and protect us from those we need to walk away from. For we ask in Your Holy Name, O God. We have gained some new active You are the answer to everything. 500 matching entries found. In Jesus Name, Amen. Guide us in our deliberations in this hour, teachings is one which reminds us that death is not the end, that the actions we 0000001730 00000 n Prayer is the key that can open the door of heaven and rain down every hidden treasure that is our inheritance. Amen. Hear Gods Voice Prayer Heavenly Father, thank you that you are the source of all true joy in life. Grant us the perseverance to really be good Entered Apprentices, Fellow Crafts, and Master Masons. We have sinned. As we gather round the social board for the last meeting of this season, let us give thanks for the food, drink and Good Companionship we have enjoyed. Life, Prayer, Bread, Bread of life. 926 16 We have gained some new active members into our ranks. Amen. We love You for that, Father. May we so fall into your arms of grace, so we never feel the pangs of condemnation rip us apart. May we find strength through knowing you hold us. touched through the songs and the preaching, and may each take to heart the importance of duty and of faithfulness to our obligations. first experienced our fraternity. Be their strength, shield, and stay, O God. Pray for those who are attending the service. Thank you for your power and strength of the Holy Spirit to begin opening the eyes of our heart so our devotion can be solely on you. Prayer for Peace. system where it gets communicated best. Father,Thank You for every seat that has been filled here, today. . We ask for the long-expected Jesus to come quickly and make all things new. Living God, remind us as we prepare to depart just who we are as Masons. Through Jesus Christ, our Lord, Amen. We pray that the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard the hearts and minds of ____. We thank you for your redemptive work youve done in our lives. Stop to consider what the situations of our daily lives might look like if we paused to pray into them and about them more. On July 12, 2000, his wife, Rose Marie, passed away and now lies . 20 Opening Prayers Perfect for Meetings, Church, and Events, Opening Prayers to Start Your Bible Study, Worship, and Meetings. learning and doing out duty to You, O God. Phone: 301-447-6606 Living God, remind us as we prepare to depart just who we are sprig of evergreen, may we be reminded that we are preparing our lives now for I want to die in my sleep like my grandfather Not screaming and yelling like the passengers in his car. Holy Spirit, gift from above and constant companion. presence with us at this hour. the light from these three helps as we conduct our business in this assembly. We glorify you for the countless ways you have blessed us. listen and retain what they hear. has always protected you, and loves you as a mother. 0000002633 00000 n For the love of Masonry represented by all 0000004187 00000 n for that unique occasion. We trust you for faithfully preserving us through good times and bad. best that is in Freemasonry. In Your Name and for Your sake we education and knowledge. Father God, we praise you for your love and faithfulness towards your children. You have given us willing hearts and a desire to proclaim the name of Jesus through word and deed. In Your name and for Your sake we ask, Encourage us to learn from salutation the need for lawful authority, the importance that some should lead while others follow. Help us to find our joy in you. For the enjoyment of brotherly May our food be to us like the corn of nourishment. For we pray in Thy name, Amen. We are aware that we could not see this great success come to fruition without the individual purpose You have put in each person here today. Your Word is alive and active. We ask that the Holy Spirit please open our eyes so we may see anything that is hindering our relationship with you. Jesus taught us to seek you first in all things. Thank you that your favor has no end, but it lasts for our entire lifetime. gauge, so that we may do the really important things in life. Your faithfulness endures from generation to generation. You hear every voice, every prayer, every cry, and every shout of praise, simultaneously and always! Morning Prayers. All glory belongs to you. Prayer to the Lamb. Then we shall be able with grateful hearts to give You, May we not harden our heart when we hear your voice, but rather circumcise those things of our heart that youre asking us to remove. Remind us, Father, as these symbols are meant to do, of the importance of the spiritual life and of character building. Your Word through the speaker. Thank you for always going before us. of wisdom and understanding, the spirit of knowledge and piety, The flags of other countries or jurisdictions where Shrine temples are located are to be displayed on a rotating basis for a period of one . The founder of St. Jude and ALSAC died on February 6, 1991, just two days after joining patients, parents and employees to celebrate the hospital's 29th anniversary. Help us to boldly and faithfully live our Masonry. Colossians 3:23 says, Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord As we observe the many accomplishments of our honorees, we acknowledge that none of it would be possible without you. Amen. As we begin our meeting, we declare that your purposes will prevail. time is relentless so that each moment is precious and never to be squandered. 6. in the northeast corner, between the north, the place of darkness, and the east, Gods Presence Prayer Lord, our Rock and Redeemer, thank you that you are perfectly faithful; you never forget, never fail and never take back a promise. Thank you for giving us the opportunity to gather here today. Help us to enjoy every moment, making memories that will last a lifetime. Hear our prayer and be in the midst of our meeting today. for this meeting, may we be guided in all that we say or do by a strong sense of May Christ dwell in our hearts through faith so that we, being rooted and grounded in love, may have the strength to know the love of Christ that surpasses knowledge. Remind us, Father, as these symbols are meant Thank You, God, for the time we had today to discuss issues and make decisions. Father, we know how important family is, but its hard to find the time to gather in the busyness of life. of nourishment, the wine of refreshment, and the oil of joy. - John Wesley, A Grace Before Meals. There are nearly 200 Shriners temples and thousands of shrine clubs located worldwide. God we thank You for meeting us here tonight, and for delivering [Articles] [Masonic Let Your glory, Light, and Living Water flow from our lives. In Your Name and for Your sake, we pray. May men everywhere follow the precepts of Freemasonry and have the strength, the courage and the strength to do Thy Divine Will; to meet upon the Level of equality, to live by the Plumb-line of virtue, and act always on the square. Supreme Grand Artificer of the Universe, how thankful we are for life and all its blessings! Wherever we go, let us spread love, joy, peace, goodness, and faithfulness. Amen. Father, our hearts, the very center of our humanity and our souls, are filled by You. (Psalms 102:17). Your Word says in Colossians 3:17, And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him. Thank you for blessing our time together. We are grateful for the people sitting at our tables, the bounty of food before us, and the chance to be together. members into our ranks. Teach us to seek first your Kingdom, in a life that brings glory to your name. may You meet us here. Grant that we may be permitted to assemble often in this way so that warmth may be restored to the mystic tie. Heavenly Father, we come before you today in humility and faith. experience when we gather together as Masons. May the friendship we share as brethren give refreshment to our Help us to understand that we dont need full clarity to walk into the unique purpose Youve inlaid in our lives. We know we cannot hide our hearts from you. pray. Father God, show us the wisdom from the rite of Kristine is the author of the book,Cinched: Living with Unwavering Trust in an Unfailing God,and the companion workbook. new knowledge we have gained from the papers presented today. For opening up my eyes & ears, to see and hear the goodness you have left here for us. The fraternity's official philanthropy is Shriners Hospitals for Children. the need for lawful authority, the importance that some should lead while others In every situation we ponder in our daily lives, let the Holy Spirit translate Your commands. Help us to live in such a way that our actions serve as a reflection of your own grace and mercy. He will regard the prayer of the destitute, and not despise their prayer. Amen. We have disseminated Masonic knowledge to the best of our ability. At Shriners International headquarters, the flags of the United States and Canada are to be flown at all times. Keep us safe as we return to our respective homes, that we may have further opportunity to serve You, O God, and this great fraternity. Thank you for the faithful servants youve brought together to fulfill your purpose. lives in their rude and natural state and dress, square, and polish them so that forever, Amen. Give us renewed strength and godly courage to obey You without questioning. Your presence with us. that the soul is immortal, and that this has consequences for our lives on this Amen. Thank you for your protection over our church, your guiding presence, and the provision to minister to a lost world. Pardon, we beseech thee, whatever thou has seen amiss in us since we have been together; and continue to us thy presence, protection and blessing. Help us to live Amen. Amen. Help us to set our eyes and our hearts on you afresh. year to do fruitful Masonic research which will benefit our fraternity and its Cause us to know from investiture that we should strive to keep our Keep love at the forefront of our minds today, and the guiding light for all we set out to accomplish and celebrate. Through Jesus Christ, our Lord, Amen. (Matt Chandler), photo credit: GettyImages/Molchanovdmitry,Video credits for audio, video, photos: Soundstripe, Storyblocks, LightStock, ThinkStock. May each soul in this place have been Grant to us as we leave this place, the resolve to live our lives so as to add truth, love, and beauty to them thus making them better habitats and temples for Your indwelling Spirit. We ask for Your name's sake, Amen. For the food we share, we give You thanks. Enable us to use the upcoming year to do fruitful Masonic research which will benefit our fraternity and its wholesome impact upon the world. Good Night . Forgive us for sometimes forgetting that you are intimately acquainted with all of our ways, that you know what concerns us, and you cover us, as with a shield. %%EOF Lord God Almighty, another year in the life of this Lodge has conduct our affairs in ways which will benefit the spread of Masonic knowledge superfluous material which encrusts our lives. and I beg all saints in Heaven to assist me in the exercise of my teaching ministry. Never let us forget that our souls are immortal as we go about our daily tasks. following until we meet again, to readily seek to live by Masonic principles on have taken upon ourselves cannot be forgotten or overlooked. Thank you for your great love and blessing over our lives. all our undertakings, more particularly, O God, Reveal problem areas and show us the best solutions that will apply. [What is New] partake be for us the equivalent of the wages of the workers laboring upon King Moses, the cornerstone, the northeast corner, the oblong square, angles, Guide us in this endeavor as we conduct all our business this day. who needed a special touch were granted that touch. . Graduation is a special time for the graduates and the family, friends, and loved ones whove supported them along the way. Thank you for this time away from our busy lives to reconnect with you. Gracious and Great God Almighty, the Masonic cornerstone lies How grateful we are, our Father, that within our Craft's great Show us again the way to live from its lessons of trust, charity, and secrecy. We know, O God, of the metaphors for building found in the symbolism of our Craft. May this food restore our strength, giving new energy to tired limbs, new thoughts to weary minds. You, O God, are my strength, my patience, my light and my counsel. Amen. Show us from Masonry's degrees, its business this day. an eternity with You, O God. habitations and temples for Your indwelling Spirit. 0000000616 00000 n In Your Holy Name, Amen. We need you. Though our circumstances will be unfair from time to time in this life, You are always our unwavering protector and shield (Psalm 3:3). Your glory we pray. a daily basis. our ability. "Pray in the Spirit at all times and on every occasion. We have gathered here today under your feet to pray. Amen. May our food be to us like the corn of nourishment. Take our lives and use us to love and serve you, and all people, in the power of your Spirit and in the name of your Son. Give us a heart of wisdom to hear your voice, and make us strong by your huge favor and grace. Each day we awake to breathe, you faithfully meet us with purpose. trusting You, O God, on a daily basis. Development] [Education] [Masonic In Your Holy Name, Amen. In your name, Amen. the courtesies which have been shown us here go with us to enrich our lives Prayer for EmploymentPrayer for HealingPrayer for StrengthPrayer for ProtectionMorning PrayersGood Night Prayers. Note: This opening prayer is hand-written on the fly-leaf of the Bible of Fredericksburg Lodge #4 where Brother George Washington was raised and was probably the very same opening prayer used for that unique . Amen. have found their spirits refreshed and their strength renewed at Table Lodge, so The Chaplet is preceded by two opening prayers from the Diary of Saint Maria Faustina Kowalska and followed by a closing prayer.1. We ask that you help us to remember to put on your armor daily, for you give us all that we need to stand firm in this day. We are ready to receive the rest, peace, and refreshment you offer. As we gather together today fill our minds and our mouths with praise to you. It is hoped that these prayers will be of assistance to the Lodge Chaplains as they assume or We love you, Lord, we seek your presence, and we worship you alone. God and Lord over all time, past, present, and future -- May our drink be to us like the wine of refreshment. You, O God, and this great fraternity. To hear and heed your holy word; Fill every heart that longs for you. Show us that the only way to honor our obligations is to live in harmony with them on a daily basis. Light in Masonry upon the Holy Altar to the station of the Master in the East. Worship Together Prayer Everlasting Father, we give thanks to you today, we bless your name together. Grant us the wisdom to use our time with care and skill as we gather here today. One can not love without opening oneself, and opening oneself, that's taking the risk of suffering. Enable us, as we journey homeward, and in the days Guide us, Great God, in learning to truly live lives of purification, illumination, and unification. Sample Opening Prayer For a Church Service or Meeting. Here is a collection of opening and closing prayers that can be used Grant that all men may again plant in their hearts the Cardinal Virtues of Brotherly Love, Relief and Truth. For the enjoyment of brotherly company, we give You thanks. Keep us safe as We ask you to guide us as we read Scripture, talk about your goodness, and encourage one another in the faith. Thank you that you are always with us and will never leave us. of Freemasonry, nor webmaster nor those of any Through Jesus Christ, our Lord, Amen. Help us to grow in wisdom and grace alongside our group members. 0000003184 00000 n Graciously accept these our supplications and prayers, for the sake of Thy most holy and glorious name. In Jesus Name, Amen. Grant us the wisdom to use our time with spirits. No one person more or less loved. How grateful we are for the fraternal union we experience when we gather together as Masons. (Psalms 102:17) He will regard the prayer of the destitute, and not despise their prayer. May we know, strongly, you are what we need to run after. To address the needs of patients during construction, the hospital's first physician saw patients at an office in town. O Lord, how many are my foes! And then things started grinding to a halt with the canceling of our annual pilgrimage to the Greenville Shriners Hospital for Children's Open House weekend in March. of trust, charity, and secrecy. Help us to let go of our bitterness and fear, and purify us with the knowledge that you have taken away every sin. For opening up my eyes & ears, to see and hear the goodness you have left here for us. We love you, and praise you and your majesty. for life and all its blessings! Reveal things, people, or attitudes of our hearts that no longer nurture or nourish our walk with you. May we believe you are so believable we see your hand in our everything. Bless everyone here and those who couldn't be with us today. parallel lines, the five orders of architecture, the working tools, and the - Then Brethren All - from E.A. ever conscious during the coming twelve months of the preciousness of time, how We pray that you would make our way purposeful and our footsteps firm out of your goodness and love. Here are five inspirational prayers that you can use as a guideline as you pray with those in need. He was laid to rest in a family burial crypt at the Danny Thomas/ALSAC Pavilion on the grounds of the hospital. Amen. You know when we are lost, Lord. Father, your Word says in Jeremiah 29:11, For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Graduation can bring feelings of uncertainty about the future, but we know with you we have hope. Freemasonry is a way of life. We give you praise and thanks, for You alone are worthy! We thanked God for the gift of getting together with friends and invited Him into our midst. Holy Lamb, who sits at the right hand of the Father, hear our prayer. us as we gather today. Help us see the benefits of Forgive us for our pride. Keep us faithful in living with, living in awareness of, and living up to or Masonic Obligations. Grant us for our labors the wages proper for us: the corn We ask for your guidance so that we might walk fully in your blessing and goodness today. And remind us Lord, when we go hence, That Masonic jewel - benevolence. Save them to your phone or print them to use before meetings and events! Showing search results for "Shriner Opening Prayer" sorted by relevance. Remind us of our interdependence upon each other, and upon You, O God. elect today so that nothing may interrupt the light which flows from the Great We thank you for all you have given us and the many blessings in our lives. Remind us Father, Lord, as we gather today at this meeting we ask that Guide us and lead us, for ask in Your name's sake, Amen. Scripture reminds us the more we seek You the more we will find You. often in this way so that warmth may be restored to the mystic tie. Let Thy protection be over all the members of the mystic family, wheresoever dispersed, and bless their lawful labors. We have an idea, a vision, hints, and daily instructions. Numbers 6:24-26. We remember before You our comrades now departed this life. Amen. In Your name and for Your sake we ask, Amen. The object of opening the mind, as of opening the mouth, is to shut it again on something solid. Guide us in developing and practicing those virtues which should characterize good Masons. our lives as masons -- of the Entered Apprentice Degree through which we all We thank you for freedom and the hope you bring. Thank you for each person present here today. And sort out the muddled feelings and distorted thoughts that plague us. Thank you for your tender mercy and love, ever leading us onward. Not once, but all the time. . Help all of the teachers to be able us. Renew our spirits, fill us with your peace and joy. Basilica Sunday LivestreamOpening Mass of the National Prayer Vigil for LifeJanuary 28, 2021Join us live from the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Imma. Show We ask you to give us wisdom, patience, and guidance as we plan for the future. You are able to keep us from stumbling and to present us blameless before the presence of your glory with great joy. Guide us, Great God, in learning to truly live lives of As we begin our planning, help us first seek you and your will. Through Jesus Christ, our Lord, Amen. May our lives overflow in gratitude to you. For the love of Masonry represented by all assembled here, we give You thanks. Both are included here for you. May the lessons that are taught help to Father of Light, keep us diligent in the quest for Masonic knowledge and faithful in the spreading and sharing of the same. Help us to see past the issues that divide us, and see one another with eyes free of hate. neighbor, and to ourselves. We remember that God did not give us a . Through Jesus Christ, our Lord, Amen. Go with us and guide us as we depart. Sometimes a prayer was 'Thank you.' Father God, may the food and drink and fellowship of which we Be the. Prayer for Peace and Courage. Let the wisdom of our sublime Institution so subdue every discordant passion within us, so harmonize and enrich our hearts with a portion of thine own love and goodness, at this time, and at every time, may be a sincere though humble copy of that Order, Beauty, and Unity which reign forever before Thy throne. Build in us all a deep respect for one another so that your church may be one. We thank You, O 0000001438 00000 n task of leadership in the midst of the loss of our leader. Help us make new connections and gain wisdom to do the work youve set before us. Jesus said in Matthew 18:20, For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them. As we begin our time of worship, we release our cares and anything else that would hinder us from experiencing more of you in this service today. Great Architect of the Universe, at this feast may we, as did our ancient brethren, promote social feelings, cement the bonds of brotherly love, and establish a center of union and harmony. Prayer for God to Give Wisdom and Clarity. For Your Name's sake, we pray, Amen. You found us, heaped in our own motivations and confused by worldly principles. Gracious God, teach us the benefits of living so as to cause to do, of the importance of the spiritual life and of character building. And cause us to remember the secrecy we have pledged for the purpose of communicating Masonic truth through our degree system where it gets communicated best. Enable us to conduct our business this day in ways which Here is an example of a short opening prayer for the morning to our Lord God; Dear God, we give thanks to you, our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, for another beautiful day with our loved ones. To hear and heed your holy word; Article Images Copyright 2023 Getty Images unless otherwise indicated. Amen. strengthen us to make purity of life and rectitude of conduct our aim. Great Architect of the Universe, we thank You for Your May your love be the passion in our hearts. Amen. for meetings, sunday school classes, and prayer groups. [What is Freemasonry] [Leadership We gather together to lift up the name of your son Jesus, the name that is above every name. Guide us this day as we seek to In Jesus Name, Amen. Prayers: Bread of Life Approach God, our hope, As we gather now to worship you, fill us with anticipation and prepare us by your Spirit. erecting of King Solomon's Temple. Make us careful about our reputation as individual Masons and as a fraternity. Now go into the world with confidence, trusting that Christ is walking with you. May we find the comfort we desire in you and the strength we need in your name. We know that we do not fight alone, for you are constantly at work on behalf of your children, shielding, protecting, strengthening, exposing deeds of darkness, bringing to light what needs to be known, covering us from the cruel attacks we face even when were unaware. In Jesus Name, Amen. Amen. We remember with grateful awareness that Freemasonry is a way of life. Remember, the Holy Spirit intercedes for us and God knows your heart even if you can't find the words to pray. Your keeping. Help us to and keep us safe until we are able to gather together again. Almighty Father, with your Son Guide us and lead us, for ask in Your name's sake, Amen. May we become more righteous in your eyes. And seek its freedom everywhere. Through Jesus Christ, our Lord, Amen. Father, As we gather together, we praise You for this day and Your purpose for it. Teach us from circumambulation that life is a pilgrimage Thy children are seeking for peace of mind and serenity of soul, but find neither in the market place, the palaces of pleasure, or the ways of godliness. Great Architect of the Universe, as we gather together today self-mastery. All my life, I've been kind of shy - opening up is always a challenge and Lisa can understand that. Pour out Thy blessings upon us and strengthen us with the ties of true brotherly love and affection.
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