The Lord’s Prayer – Matthew 6:9-13

Our Father, who art in heaven,
hallowed be thy name,
thy kingdom come,
thy will be done,
on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us this day our daily bread
and forgive us our debts and we forgive
our debtors,
and lead us not into temptation,
but deliver us from evil,
for thine is the kingdom and the power
and the glory, forever. Amen.

A Progressive Adaptation

Eternal Spirit,
Source of all that is and ever shall be,
Loving Parent in whom we discern heaven,
May knowledge of your holiness inspire all peoples,
And may your community of peace and freedom flourish on earth
Until all of humankind heed your call to justice and compassion.

May we find the sustenance that we need for today.
May forgiveness abound,
And for the hurts we cause one another
May we be forgiven just as we forgive.
In times of trial and temptation, help us to be strong;
When life seems overwhelming, help us to endure;
And from the habits of feeling and acting separate, deliver us.

May you reign in the power of love,
Now and forever.

Amen.