Liturgy On The Occasion Of An Illness

The following liturgy may be used in small or large family celebrations or in gatherings of the larger worshiping community. Adapt to local needs and customs. Gathering Leader:Dear friends, we have gathered together to pray for [Name], who is ill. We are reminded that Jesus demonstrated great compassion toward the sick. Let us now hear the instruction given by James regarding prayer for the sick: "Is anyone among you sick? Let him call for the elders of the church, and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord. And the prayer of faith will save the sick, and the Lord will raise him up" (5:14-15). Let us pray. Lord Jesus, we acknowledge your power over sickness and all disease, which you demonstrated when you were among us. Give us hearts that are open to your power. We pray in your name. Amen. The Scripture Readings Reader 1:A reading from the Old Testament: "Now Naaman, commander of the army of the king of Syria, was a great and honorable man i…