These ideas are designed to be starting points for the prayers of a particular community of faith.

Joe Milner

For the Church: that God will renew and deepen our faith so that we may be confident that God is always present and accompanies us along each step of our journey

For a deeper appreciation of life: that we may celebrate each day as a gift from God and live it fully with our families and loved ones

For a deepening of faith: that our hearts may be open to the witness of our friends and mentors who have gone before us and draw strength and courage from them

For the grace to remember: that we may be conscious of all the good things that God has done for us and allow them to inspire us to greater generosity

For rootedness in God: that we may recognize that our deepest desires can only be fulfilled in relationship with God and thus spend our lives seeking God’s reign

For better stewardship: that we may fulfill our responsibilities with love and diligence so that our efforts may glorify God

For all who exercise leadership in the Christian community: that they may be watchful and attentive to the signs of God’s movement within the Body of Christ

For patience: that we may have the grace to wait upon God, even when answers do not seem clear, and confidently trust in God’s love and providence

For the better use of our time: that we may faithfully and diligently use the time that God has given us so that we may be found faithful and bearing much fruit

For spiritual freedom: that we may not be held bound by our possessions but see them as gifts from God for our good and that of others

For all who have lost faith: that the Spirit of God will renew their hearts and open a new springtime of faith so that they come to a new relationship with the living God

For all whose faith is tested, particularly those being persecuted or leaving home for the first time: that they may rely upon God for strength and draw upon the values that they have learned in making decisions

For all whom church leaders have abused: that God will heal their painful memories, free their hearts from the wounds and fears they carry, and open new ways for them to grow and live life fully

For migrants and refugees: that God will guide them in their search for safety and lead them to communities that are warm and welcoming

For all who are in need: that God will give strength to all who have lost homes or possessions in storms and flooding, sustain them as they rebuild their lives, and open the hearts of many to assist them