The following prayer of thanksgiving is appropriate for use in Lenten liturgies of the Lord's Supper. Notice how the images suggested in the prayer complement the Scripture readings for Lent and the idea of Lent as a spiritual pilgrimage and time of repentance and renewal.
Minister:The Lord be with you.
People:And also with you.
Minister:Lift up your hearts.
People:We lift them to the Lord.
Minister:Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.
People:It is right to give our thanks and praise....
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