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

Joe Milner

For the Church: that we embrace both the dying and the rising in our daily lives and grow into a fuller sharing of new life in Christ

For the grace to bear affliction: that God will strengthen us in the face of trial and hardship so that we may remain faithful disciples each day

For the grace of detachment: that God will free us from the bonds of our egos and attachment to power and prestige so that we may make service of others our priority

For the grace to surrender pride: that we may honestly appreciate our gifts and weaknesses, and surrender our false sense of self to God who heals all weaknesses

For the grace to seek forgiveness: that we may confidently seek God’s forgiveness knowing that Jesus intercedes for us and understands our struggles

For all who exercise authority: that they may use their authority to free those who are unjustly restrained, call forth the gifts of many people, and open opportunities for service toward the common good

For all who are oppressed: that God will bring refugees and victims of war to safety, help them find shelter, food, and medical care, and inspire many of us to help lift their burdens through our efforts and resources

For the Synod participants: that the Spirit will help them to listen each other and the needs of the human family so that God’s love may be extended to all who are suffering

For all who are caught in human trafficking: that God will free them, heal their wounds, and restore them to their loved ones

For all who are recovering from hurricanes and flooding: that God will speed the food, medicine, and clothing they need, protect them from harm, and give them strength to move forward

For all who are assisting others with recovery efforts: that God will protect from harm all who are bringing relief supplies to people, providing medical assistance, clearing debris, or repairing roads

For greater awareness of the fragility of earth: that God will help us to be good stewards of the earth and work to preserve it for future generations

For all who are ill: that God will restore the sick to health, ease their fear, and give them peace

(USA) For safe and peaceful elections: that God will give wisdom to all voters, help them in fulfilling their responsibilities, and keep everyone safe from harm or intimidation

For Peace: that God will break the cycle of violence, protect the life and dignity of each person, preserve the created world, and protect children, the aged, and the infirmed from harm