Knox Presbyterian Church, Naperville Illinois

July Begins with a Bang at Knox Presbyterian Church

What would summer be without the celebration of July 4th! When we come to this week end we know that summer is in full swing. It is not a religious holiday but it draws us together as families and friends. We are reminded of all the many privileges and freedoms we enjoy. What better way to offer gratitude but through prayers of praise and hope.

Join us for worship this month as each week we celebrate the freedom to serve our Lord Jesus Christ with our lives.

A Prayer For the Nation
Lord, our God, with the psalmist of old we declare your majesty… O Lord, our Lord, how majestic is your name in all the earth! You have created the earth and all that dwells within. We thank you for the gift of life and life together. We thank you for this our home and this our land.

Make us worthy partners that we would treat others with respect and love, with dignity and compassion. Let us give thanks for those who have paved the way for us and instill within us a commitment to faithfully pave the way for generations to come.

We ask your counsel for our leaders. We pray to you, O Lord of all nations, that you would bring a spirit of hope, calm and discernment when leaders meet here and abroad.
Teach us to be stewards of this great earth and of one another.

Lord we pray for service men and women who stand in harms way. May they know your presence and your care and be bound with loved ones far away with the unique and unbreakable ties that only you can provide. Bless all those who offer services around the clock in our communities. Teach us to value and never to take for granted your gifts of grace, life and hope.

These prayers we offer in Jesus name. Amen.

June was busy! It was filled with opportunities to serve through mission trips, Vacation Bible School, the annual church picnic and more. Hundreds of Knox folks shared their time and talents!