This prayer was written by Rev. Quaya Ackerman, who serves at the United Methodist Church in Arthur, North Dakota. She offers this resource to everyone.

Creator God, you are our external hope. Even in the midst of anxiety, your hope does not disappoint, because your love and Holy Spirit has poured over all of us. During this season of uncertainty, we declare our trust in you. God, you know our fears and our anxieties. We look to you to calm our hearts and remind us that you are the great comforter and the great healer. Heal this world almighty God! Bestow blessing upon all of those on the front lines during this pandemic. Allow the church as Christ’s body to be deployed and to reach out in kindness and love. We ask this in your holy and gracious name, Amen.