PRAYER FOR FELLOWSHIP IN THE CHURCH
Righteous God
You have taught us that the poor shall have your kingdom,
and that the gentle-minded shall inherit earth
keep the church poor enough to preach to the poor people
and humble enough to walk with the despise
never weight us down with property or accumulated funds
save your church from vain display or lavish comforts,
so that we might travel light
and move through the world
showing your generous love made know
in Jesus Christ our Lord.
Amen
Source: Book of Common Worship – PCUSA
Picture: http://churchleadergazette.com/clg/2008/11/safeguards-for-handling-church.html