With humility and gratitude, give thanks to God, the creator of all that exists, for being our sure and trustworthy help throughout life.
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We pray for Pastors Diane and Dave Drach-Meinel (Christ the Servant, Las Vegas) and their son Paul. They write, “We had to cut our vacation short because Paul stopped eating six weeks ago and won't drink unless we force him - a teaspoon at a time. We don't know why.” Please keep them in your prayers, and read their Facebook post for more information.
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We pray for the congregation of Streams in the Desert Lutheran Church in Tucson. We lift up in prayer Pastor Tom Dunham, Family & Youth Education Director Pam Robinson, Director of Music David Hernandez, Financial Secretary Neal Rosenthal, Bookkeeper Alana Herhold, and Organist Harumi Hand.
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Give thanks for the ELCA’s long-standing commitment to interreligious and ecumenical relations that promote understanding among Christians and greater unity among Christ’s people.
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We pray for the congregation of Good Samaritan Lutheran Church in Las Vegas, and uplift: Don Lorfing, Senior Pastor; Scott Hove, Executive Pastor; Darin Bradford, Music Director; Miriam Dake, Executive Director of Good Samaritan Christian Academy; Kim Niehaus, Finance Administrator; Holly Paet, Office Administrator; Jamie Rosas, Sunday School Director; Natalee Butler, Youth Director / Connections Coordinator; Tommi Garza, Communications Coordinator; and Doug Pippenger, Facilities Manager.
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Pray that we will be bold witnesses, evangelists and teachers inspired, equipped and sent by the Spirit and our sisters and brothers in Christ to proclaim the gospel and to counsel, encourage and help people to discern truth from falsehood.
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Pray for the Lutheran World Federation’s global study of contemporary Lutheran identities as they are lived in the local contexts of Lutheran churches, and for the leaders now gathering for “We Believe in the Holy Spirit: Global Perspectives on Lutheran Identity,” a global consultation hosted by the Ethiopian Evangelical Church Mekane Yesus in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
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Look around and listen to the people you have encountered today. Remember in your prayers their joys, struggles, questions and sorrows.
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Pray that the Spirit will make us persistent and fearless in our prayers, especially on behalf of people who long for justice, mercy, peace and relief from suffering.
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Pray that we will seek ways of supporting and affirming youth and family ministers in their work of faith formation, equipping young people with life skills, engaging young people in service, supporting parents and inspiring and encouraging new leaders.
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Pray for the countries of Central America, especially for children and youth who are traumatized by violence and have fled to other countries; for an end to gang violence and drug trafficking; for a more just distribution of wealth; and for Christians and communities of faith to have courage and persistence in living out the gospel.
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We pray for Pastor Abel Arroyo Traverso, and healing from his back injury so he may return to his chosen career of doing God's work.
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We pray the congregation of St. John's Lutheran Church in Glendale, AZ, as they follow Jesus in the Lutheran tradition. We uplift in prayer Pastor Peter Perry, Church Secretary Jennifer Roland, Choir Director Leo Lai, and Organist Virginia Harmon.
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Remember God’s just and merciful works throughout history, the help and compassion we receive, the gifts and resources that sustain our lives, and the new covenant made with us in Jesus Christ.
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We pray for the congregation of Mount Zion Lutheran Church in Tucson, and Pastors Dan Valasakos and Craig Larson, as they offer themselves, their time and their resources in Christ centered programs, events and worship.
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Pray for the members who serve on their congregation councils, that God will help them lead with wisdom, vision and compassion as they guide and manage their communities of faith for mission.
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St. Theresa was known for her life of contemplation and prayer, her theological reflection and writing, and her strong identification with people suffering poverty and illness. Remember the people who have helped shape our faith, values and life, and pray that, through the work of the Spirit, our faith, example and service will have a positive influence on our neighbors, the church, society and the world.
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Remember in prayer our ELCA missionaries working in education, evangelism, parish ministries, and lay and pastoral leadership development with our companions in Denmark, Sweden, Switzerland, Belgium, Germany, Poland, Norway and the United Kingdom.
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Just as the one leper returned to thank and praise Jesus for healing him, we pray that we, too, will be eager to thank, praise and worship God for God’s miraculous, awesome love and healing presence in our lives.
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Ask for God’s help to resist the temptations of envy and greed that draw us away from trusting God and committing our lives and endeavors to God.
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