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

Joe Milner

For the Church: that we may be good stewards of the gifts that God has given us, use them for God’s glory, and never be possessed by our possessions

For the grace of diligence: that we may follow the command of Christ and use our gifts and resources to feed the hungry, cloth the naked and care for the sick

For wisdom: that the Spirit will guide us pursuing our goals and developing our abilities so that our endeavors may lead us into the fullness of life for all eternity

For deeper gratitude: that we may appreciate all the gifts, opportunities and benefits that we have been given and recognize them as signs of God’s love for us
 
For greater attention to the small things in life: that God will find us diligent and faithful with all our ordinary responsibilities so that we may share in God’s greater gifts

For the President and the leaders of all nations:  that they may fulfill their obligations faithfully and establish peace and good order in each nation

For the members of Congress: that God will give them insight and courage as they address the issues of safety, immigration and healthcare

For governors and all local civil authorities: that God will guide them in promoting the common good, equality for all people, and care for those in need

For the development of ethics and honesty in business: that all who lead companies may be guided by the Spirit in implementing just practices and products that are beneficial

For employers and employees: that each may fulfill their responsibilities and treat one another with dignity and respect

For all who are caught in deceit and corruption: that God will free their hearts and open to them the life and wholeness that comes from living in the truth

For the poor: that God will lift their burden and help them to find ways to meet their needs and prosper

For all who lack healthcare: that God will help them find ways to protect and sustain their life and health

For all who are recovering from the hurricanes and other disasters:  that God will comfort them, give them strength and open the hearts of many to assist them

For preservation of water resources: that God will inspire all who are responsible for stewarding water resources to find new ways to protect and preserve the waters that is needed for all human life

For an end to violence: that the Spirit of God will turn hearts from violence, protect children from harm, and help all to respect the dignity of human life