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 heal our deafness so that we may hear God’s invitations to service and recognize the cry of those who are suffering

For a spirit of listening: that God will free us from the noise that blocks our ability to hear the Word of God, prepare our hearts to receive that Word, and help us to put God’s vision for tomorrow into practice today

For a deepening of compassion for others: that we may feel the pain and the longings of the poor, the physically and mentally challenged, and of the marginalized so that we may accompany them on their life’s journey

For a spirit of welcome and hospitality in our assembly: that all who join us for worship, community, or service may experience the love of Christ and a warm welcome

For Pope Francis: that God will grant him safe travels during his visit to south Asia and Oceania and may his presence strengthen their faith and promote peace

For all who have experienced abuse, discrimination, neglect, or hatred: that God will heal their pain. renew their spirits, and open new opportunities for them

For all who work with the poor and homeless: that they may continually see Christ in all whom they meet and offer them heartfelt recognition

For all who have hearing or speech problems: that we may affirm them as sisters and brothers and help them to use their gifts fully for God’s glory

For all world leaders: that they recognize the dignity of all people regardless of status, wealth, or social position and seek to meet the basic needs of every person

For all who are fearful and anxious: that they may find hope and courage in God's Word and the fellowship of this community

For all unemployed or underemployed: that got will open new opportunities for them to use their gifts and talents and to provide for their families

For all suffering from the power of nature: that God will guide and assist all as they recover from the earthquakes and hurricanes and send beneficial weather to all the areas that are struggling with wildfires

For the ability to listen to the created world: that God will help us hear the cries of the earth and help us to show greater care for God’s creation

For all healthcare workers: that God will keep them safe, renew their energy, and work through them to bring healing and strength to all who are ill

For Peace: that God will touch hearts and open pathways to end warfare and violence between Ukraine and Russia, Israel and Hamas, and factions in Sudan