What is the significance of your name? On this day we recall the naming of Jesus and pray that when we hear, say or think his name, we will recognize him as our salvation, our uniter and our sure source of love, forgiveness and new life.
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On the threshold of a new year, ask that the Spirit will instill in us a sense of time and life that is unrushed, observant and appreciative of the people, community, creation and gifts given by God for our sustenance, use, enjoyment and sharing.
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We pray for New Promise Lutheran Church in St. George, Utah, a vital, Christ-centered witness to all God's people.
We lift up in prayer Pastors Jill and Joe Doherty, Secretary Paula Fronk, Media Director Paul Leuthauser, Organist Cheryl Huner, Music Director Patty Brown, Building Manager Norman Chang, and Nursery Attendant Marta Salat Liorente.
We also pray for the New Promise Church Council: Eric Nicholaus, President; Walt Becher, Vice President; Indigo Klabanoff, Secretary; and Dave Falc, Dana Smith, Rick Morin, and Dave Preston.
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Pray that God will bless the experiences of college and university students participating in J-term courses and service-learning experiences, and that these will enrich their faith, knowledge, wisdom and discernment of vocation.
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Reflect on Mary and Joseph fleeing one country for another with the baby Jesus; lift up in prayer all people who suffer injustice and persecution and have become refugees and immigrants seeking safety and acceptance.
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Pray that the good news, joy and faith that live in us will not diminish with the passing of the holidays and special celebrations but will grow deeper and pervade every aspect of our life.
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Remember in prayer people who struggle to meet the costs of living, students and seminarians graduating with long-term student loans, and people experiencing ongoing or unexpected medical expenses. Ask God to help us exercise understanding, empathy and generosity in our support and care for people struggling with financial debts and needs.
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“Sing to the Lord a new song, for he has done marvelous things.” Pray for enthusiasm and courage in spreading the good news of Jesus Christ through our words and actions each day.
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We pray for the people and leaders of Resurrection Lutheran Church in Oro Valley, AZ, called by God’s Spirit to be the presence of Christ in their daily lives so that others will follow Him.
We pray for: Rev. Dr. Terri Young, Interim Senior Pastor, Rev. Al Jensen, Senior Pastor (on leave); Rev. Tim Nybroten, Evangelism Pastor; Assisting Pastors Roger Pierce, Jim Vadis, and Wayne Viereck; the Church Council; Child Development Center Director Chris Justesen; Children and Family Ministry Co-Directors Brenda O'Connor and Janitzy Spencer; High School Youth Director Jason Benedict; Music & the Arts Minister for Adults Tanya Elias; Organist Larry Kuipers; Handbell Director Ann Paulson; Accompanists Pam Batten Jamee Haddorff; Resurrection @ SaddleBrooke Choir Director Charles Riddell; Resurrection @ SaddleBrooke Volunteer Coordinator Karen Hustad; Accompanist Resurrection @ SaddleBrooke Susan Tjossem; Contemporary Band Leader & Youth Music Director AJ Lepore; Worship Resources Coordinator Gretchen Crandall; Communications Coordinator Char Jensen; Welcome Coordinator Kristina Randolph; Technology Specialist Glenn Paulson; Parish Bookkeeper Janet Singler; Property Manager Mike Nolan; Custodians Richard Oldenburg and Paul Filippelli.
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Join with our sisters and brothers around the world and with all creation in lifting up prayers and songs of praise and thanksgiving for God’s gift of love and life, manifested in the birth of Jesus Christ — a light in the darkness that cannot be overcome.
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What draws you to Jesus? What are you looking for in God’s promises? Give thanks to God for revealing to us through Jesus Christ the gifts of fullness of life and the one true light that illuminates God’s ways and truth.
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We pray for the congregation of Sierra Evangelical Lutheran Church in Sierra Vista, AZ, sharing Christ's love with all, so that lives are transformed by the Holy Spirit. We lift up in prayer Pastor Mark Perry, Intern Pastor Paul Benz, Director of Faith Formation Linda Perry, and Administrative Assistant Cindy Allen.
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Ask that we will be strengthened and inspired by the Holy Spirit for sharing the story of God’s love and mercy — the story of Jesus — in today’s world and culture.
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In the story of Mary, Joseph and the humble birth of Jesus, we sense God’s love for humanity and God’s understanding of the diverse contexts in which we live. Praise God for loving us as we are and for reaching into the world in ways that we can relate to, understand and embrace.
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These petitions are offered as guides to prayer for the global, social and outreach ministries of the ELCA, as well as for the needs and circumstances of our neighbors, communities and world. Thank you for your continued prayers for the life and mission of this church. Download a Word doc, or PDF for letter size printout or legal size printout, or view the ELCA resource page.
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Remember in prayer the many people who work and serve during the holidays, including first responders, care providers, law enforcement, medical personnel, pilots and attendants, truck drivers, men and women serving in the military, seafarers, social service staff, and people serving in stores, restaurants and hotels.
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Give thanks and praise to God, who lifts up those bowed down and oppressed, watches over strangers and sets free the bound and imprisoned.
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Over 47,000 people in the United States died by suicide in 2017, and there were approximately 1.4 million suicide attempts. Pray for hope, relief from suffering and skilled, compassionate care for people who struggle with loneliness, isolation and depression, especially during the holidays. Ask that the Spirit will move us to see and respond to the people around us and to engage in and support suicide-prevention efforts such as the work of the Suicide Prevention Ministry, an independent Lutheran organization.
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We pray for Pastor Sarah Birdsall Isakson and the people of St. Andrew Lutheran Church in Phoenix.
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Give thanks for ELCA Good Gifts, an opportunity to support ELCA ministries and programs in nearly 80 countries around the world, including the United States. These funds and gifts support work being carried out by our congregations, companion churches and ecumenical partners.
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