In our most recent district newsletter, our District Superintendent shared this Litany of Resurrection Life which was written by Mary John Dye, another Superintendent in our conference. It’s worth sharing . . . .
Litany of Resurrection Life
We have just had the amazing opportunity to experience the Holy Mystery through which we journey from crucifixion to resurrection.
We give thanks that once again, we lived the depths of Christ’s sacrifice. We now offer ourselves to Christ’s great gift of resurrection.
Jesus, our Savior, who rose from the dead,
May your life rise within us in resurrected power.
Jesus, who came to Mary in tenderness and compassion in the early morning,
Speak our names. Come to us personally today.
Jesus, who knew the stone had been rolled away when the women were perplexed about how they would conquer that obstacle,
Remind us that you are already at work in the challenges that face us.
Jesus, who sent women with the message of resurrection which was met by skepticism an ridicule,
Keep us faithful to your call no matter what the response.
Jesus, who found His disciples very slow to believe the good news of resurrection,
Open our eyes and hearts to your transforming grace.
Jesus, whose original disciples retreated and huddled in fear after the resurrection,
Calm all our fears and strengthen our faith.
Jesus, who opened the eyes of the two disciples going to Emmaus on Easter evening,
Give us the hearts and eyes to see you present among us.
Jesus, who heard the testimony of the disciples going to Emmaus, “some of the women of our company amazed us …”
May our witness for you be strong and amazing.
Jesus, who came to the disciples and, first of all gave them peace
Speak your peace to our hearts today.
Jesus, who confirmed resurrection by showing them your scars,
Confirm your resurrection anew in us.
Jesus, who came to fearful disciples and opened their understanding to Scripture,
Apply Your Word to guide us today.
Jesus, who gave your disciples power to forgive sins;
Give us grace to receive your forgiveness and extend that forgiveness to others.
Jesus, who sent apostles on their mission to go into all the world,
Fill our hearts with your wisdom as we deploy pastors to your service.
Jesus, who came back to Thomas,
Remind us not to give up on those you love.
Jesus, who healed Thomas’ reservation by your sacred wounds,
Use our wounds to draw people back to faith.
Jesus, who sent the Holy Spirit on the apostles equipping them to build your church,
Send your power on us anew.
~adapted from litany by Mary John Dye, Morning Prayers, April 6, 2010
