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 pour out the Spirit in a new and abundant way to renew all believers and strengthen us to further the mission of Jesus

For healing of the human family: that God will heal the divisions between women and men, poor and rich, and every race so that we may work together for the good of every person and the fulfillment of God’s plan

For a flourishing of the fruits of the Spirit: that we may manifest love, joy, peace, and all the fruits of the Spirit in our lives

For the grace to live in the truth: that the Spirit of God will lead us into a greater understanding of who we are and of what God is asking of us

For all gathered here: that we may fully use the gifts of the Spirit to encourage one another on our journeys of faith and build up the Body of Christ

For all who announce the Good News: that they may faithfully, fearlessly, and joyously announce God’s loving presence and generous forgiveness

For all young adults: that the Spirit will help them recognize their gifts and talents and stir up within them a desire to use their gifts for God's glory and the good of the Christian community

For a renewed sense of mission: that the Spirit will inspire us in confronting the watered- down values of society and in building a society of justice and peace

For all who have been initiated into the new life of Christ this Easter season: that they may continue to listen to God, build up the Church, and grow in love

For Christian unity: that the Spirit will bring forth forgiveness for past wounds, a new spirit of trust, and opportunities to work and pray together for God’s glory

For all who are ill: that the Spirit will heal all who are suffering, restore them to their loved ones, and give strength to all who care for them

For all who are being ordained this spring: that God will guide and sustain them as they serve the people of God

For all who are graduating this spring: that God will guide them in using their gifts and talents so that they will enrich the world and spread hope and peace through their efforts

For all who are suffering from the power of nature: that God will give strength to those who have experienced excessive rainfall, flooding, and tornadoes and open the pathway for the assistance that they need

For the gift of Peace: that God will send the Spirt across the earth to dissolve the hatred in human hearts, free the earth from nuclear weapons, and open dialogues to end violence and establish justice