Grant us open minds to learn from Masonic history which will be presented to us We have gathered here today under your feet to pray. As we work together to fulfill your purpose, we commit to walk in grace, humility, and truth. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the Lords people(Ephesians 6:18 NIV). planted here continue to guide them throughout their lives. Amen. Gracious and Great God Almighty, the Masonic cornerstone lies in the northeast corner, between the north, the place of darkness, and the east, the place of light. we crave Thy presence at this meeting. Thank you for making the way possible for this family celebration. These prayers are the product of the Grand Chaplain and the Former District Chaplains Corps. that the soul is immortal, and that this has consequences for our lives on this Continue to guide us and teach us the truth of your Word. Cover us with a blanket of honesty and patience that is not of this world. Assist us in squaring our actions through virtuous living in all our relations with our fellow human beings. Enable us to use the upcoming year to do fruitful Masonic research which will benefit our fraternity and its wholesome impact upon the world. Thank you for your mercy and grace. blamelessness of conduct in a world where scandal seems to be the rule rather Amen. Teach us to seek first your Kingdom, in a life that brings glory to your name. Note: This opening prayer is hand-written on the fly-leaf of the Bible of Fredericksburg Lodge #4 Amen. Through Jesus Christ, our Lord, Amen. Show us that Masonry, to be true to its purpose, that, assisted by the secrets of our Masonic art, he may the better be enabled to unfold the beauties of true godliness, to the honour and glory of Thy Holy Name. We ask that you would remind us to pray, constantly, for all believers. Eternal God, the author of all good, the giver of all mercy! Once again, we have experienced the miracle of Your sustenance, as King David so appropriately penned in Psalm 4:7: You have filled my heart with greater joy than when their grain and new wine abound.. Great Artificer of the Universe, teach us how to use the 0000001730 00000 n CHARGE AFTER INITIATlON. We thank You, O God, as we gather for food and fellowship, for the heritage we share in Masonry, of meeting at this festive occasion. year to do fruitful Masonic research which will benefit our fraternity and its Prepare Our Minds. Father God, may the food and drink and fellowship of which we Father,Thank You for every seat that has been filled here, today. "stages of initiation," the importance of developing conscience, mind, and soul. Father of Light, keep us diligent in the quest for Masonic knowledge and faithful in the spreading and sharing of the same. Help us in the next twelve months to enable those of our fraternity on whose lives the shadow of our influence may fall to know more about Freemasonry. Set us free from comparison in order to work together efficiently. Keep us mindful of ways we can be of service to these family members. Living God, remind us as we prepare to depart just who we are Gather Together Prayer. Pray for those who are attending the service. Amen. May we be filled with the fullness of God. We thank you for all you have given us and the many blessings in our lives. We serve you with all that we have. You are the answer to everything. 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. Numbers 6:24-26. Find opening prayers for the following types of events in this article below: What better way to honor the Lord than to open our gatherings, meetings, celebrations, and services with prayer? May our meeting together on this day be such that nourishes and sustains us in the work which is ours as Masons. For those who are sick we ask for healing, And, truly, we want nothing that is not associated with you - it will only leave us empty. May the friendship we share as brethren give refreshment to our spirits. We speak of you to others in response to your great love for us. (Psalms 102:17). of wisdom and understanding, the spirit of knowledge and piety, Help us in the next twelve O God, praise for all good gifts in life. Every project, every season, every life. . to us with great ease. Opening Mass of the National Prayer Vigil for Life - YouTube Encourage us to learn from salutation the need for lawful authority, the importance that some should lead while others follow. Masonic Prayer | PDF | Freemasonry | Prayer - Scribd today give us a joy that encourages us, revivifies us, and adds deep meaning to 0000001438 00000 n You found us, heaped in our own motivations and confused by worldly principles. Keep us physically safe and guard our hearts and minds from pride and selfishness. Nothing is ever in vain, for even mistakes and missteps are used for good. Freemasonry is a fellowship. Almighty Father, with your Son. Stay alert and be persistent in your prayers for all believers everywhere . Wherever we go, let us spread love, joy, peace, goodness, and faithfulness. We have disseminated Masonic knowledge to the best of our ability. part of its harvest of men's lives. This day of celebration is a blessing from you. the Word that came forth. Renew our spirits, fill us with your peace and joy. To hear and heed your holy word; 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. destitution that we need to be charitable. May the blessing of heaven rest . Holy and merciful God, who answerest prayer and dost not scorn the petition of the humblest of Thy children, bestow upon us in our parting that spirit of affection which can resist the selfishness of the world and cause us to remember our obligatioons to each other and to Thee. take now have eternal consequences. Amen. You, O God, and this great fraternity. How Can I Recognize and Understand the Holy Spirit Better? Lord, help us to study and apply your Word to our lives each day. Worship Together Prayer Everlasting Father, we give thanks to you today, we bless your name together. Grant us peace in knowing we are pursuing Your purpose for our lives. Grant that all men may again plant in their hearts the Cardinal Virtues of Brotherly Love, Relief and Truth. Amen. This article is part of our larger Prayers resource meant to inspire and encourage your prayer life when you face uncertain times. In Jesus Name, Amen. Shriners International Home | Fraternal Organization for Men He will regard the prayer of the destitute, and not despise their prayer. In every situation we ponder in our daily lives, let the Holy Spirit translate Your commands. Save them to your phone or print them to use before meetings and events! O God, Divine Architect of the Universe, 926 0 obj <> endobj Amen. Shrine Ritual - Stichting Argus God and Lord over all time, past, present, and future -- teach us the importance of rationing our time through the use of the 24-inch gauge, so that we may do the really important things in life. We give you honor and glory, Lord. Enable us to conduct our business this day in ways which will be in the best interest of the spread of Masonic light. Thank you for the good plans you have for us. May we be ever mindful that a Father's care is always over us and that Thine all-seeing eye is ever upon us. Forgive us for letting the distractions of daily life steal our focus. 0000000987 00000 n Fulfill our desires and prayers, and make all things work together for our good. Masonic Graces Hand picked prayers for before or after a masonic meal or festive board. Sometimes a prayer was 'Thank you.' Thank You, God, for the time we had today to discuss issues and make decisions. Pour out Thy blessings upon us and strengthen us with the ties of true brotherly love and affection. Great Architect of the Universe, we thank you for the fellowship of Freemasonry. Holy Spirit, translate our desires and pleadings, and may we understand the faithful response of our great Father. In Your Name and for Your sake we pray. He got me a slot as a dancer. Help us to be able to discuss the matters at Amen.2. Help us to trust in your and to worship whether we have a lot of a little. Show us that the Thank you Lord for another beautiful day. Great Architect of the Universe, we thank You for Your presence with us at this hour. (Beth Ann Baus). We ask these things in your name. O! endstream endobj 941 0 obj<>/W[1 1 1]/Type/XRef/Index[63 863]>>stream That is not you. You, O God, are my strength, my patience, my light and my counsel. For opening up my eyes & ears, to see and hear the goodness you have left here for us. earth right now. Guide us in this endeavor as we conduct all our business this day. For the enjoyment of brotherly company, we give You thanks. Thank you for this special time of gathering in celebration. Youll find weekly encouragement to help you become more than yourself through Gods Word at her website,kristinebrown.net. I want to die in my sleep like my grandfather Not screaming and yelling like the passengers in his car. Keep us We pray that those seeking an answer received it, and that those Help us to live in such a way that our actions serve as a reflection of your own grace and mercy. Serenity Prayer. It is hoped that these prayers will be of assistance to the Lodge Chaplains as they assume or Amen. High Priest goes to altar on east side and faces the Nobles, when the first verse or more of the Shrine ode is sung. Let it fuel our faith in You as our provider and our sustainer. 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. Shriners don fezzes for all official functions as part of the fraternity's Arabic theme. Amen. Your ways are not our ways, but oh, God please lead us in Your purpose for our lives. We trust you for faithfully preserving us through good times and bad. O Lord, how many are my foes! We acknowledge Thee as the Creator and Preserver of all things. the light from these three helps as we conduct our business in this assembly. Opening, Prayer, Worship, To worship and opening prayers opening. Amen. Enable us, as we journey homeward, and in the days following until we meet again, to readily seek to live by Masonic principles on a daily basis. this gathering, may we be thankful for the fellowship, and be thankful for the And remind us Lord, when we go hence, That Masonic jewel - benevolence. Let Thy protection be over all the members of the mystic family, wheresoever dispersed, and bless their lawful labors. How many rise up against me! Guide us and lead us, for ask in Your name's sake, Heavenly Father, please help us find fulfillment in your presence. Make the Sign of the CrossIn the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. May we know, strongly, you are what we need to run after. 0000000616 00000 n For we pray for Your Name's sake, Amen. We ask you to guide us as we read Scripture, talk about your goodness, and encourage one another in the faith. Help the students to be attentive, and the teachers Thank you for blessing us with another year, and for giving us the chance to gather and celebrate this milestone. system where it gets communicated best. Mike Kelly, Ziyara ShrinerS (2021 Potentate) OPENING PRAYER FOR A MEETING | Zest Say For the food we share, we give You thanks. This site is not an official site of any recognized Masonic body in the United parallel lines, the five orders of architecture, the working tools, and the From the Beginning:Shriners Hospitals for Children. You are welcome in this place. experience when we gather together as Masons. Through Jesus Christ, our Lord, Amen. god, as we gather for food and fellowship, for the heritage we share in Masonry, As we honor each name, help us to remember all glory belongs to you. Holy Spirit, faithfully nudge and reminds us that we are children of God, freed from the chains of sin by Christs sacrifice on the cross, and resurrection and assertion to heaven where He is seated by the Father. Jesus as we gather together to learn about 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. I was the opening clown. In Jesus Name, Amen (Alisha Headley), God, help us. In your name, Amen. 928 0 obj<>stream We ask for your love, guidance, and protection in everything we do. to sn. It is for informational purposes only and does not necessarily reflect the views (Debbie McDaniel). 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. You have given us willing hearts and a desire to proclaim the name of Jesus through word and deed. Come and let Your wisdom fall upon us, O Lord, as we gather for this meeting. In pain may they find comfort; may their sorrow give way to hope. PDF THE FEZ OWNER'S MANUAL - Khedive Shrine sprig of evergreen, may we be reminded that we are preparing our lives now for We have an idea, a vision, hints, and daily instructions. O God of truth, prepare our minds May your love surround us, your Spirit guide us, your voice cheer us, your peace calm us, your shield protect us, your wisdom arm us, wherever you may lead me. Forgive our half-hearted devotion and misplaced affections. Teach me more. Forgive us for having our minds set on other things and not giving you the honor you deserve. 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.