Do you have goals, plans, hopes and ventures for this new year? Give thanks and take comfort and courage in the promise of God’s love, forgiveness, renewing Spirit and acceptance of us just as we are — in all our human endeavors.
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The good news of Jesus Christ embodying God’s love, forgiveness and promise of eternal life is for all humanity; no one should be excluded from this good news and mystery of grace. Ask that the Spirit fill and inspire us to speak enthusiastically about our faith and serve our neighbor — every neighbor — in the name of Christ.
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Pray for the ministries that have received ELCA World Hunger Big Dream Grants, which support domestic ministries as they pursue innovative and sustainable approaches to ending hunger. Ask God to help their work flourish and inspire others to seek new ways of ending hunger and lifting the human family.
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We pray for the people of Resurrection Lutheran Church in Scottsdale, AZ. We lift up: John Geske, Senior Pastor; Matt Wiswall, Associate Pastor: Matt Robards, Family Pastor; Anita Elco, Senior Director of Children's Education & Ministry; Andrea Salgado, Preschool Director ; John Burritt, Director of Worship; Valerie Cooksey, Worship Leader/Accompanist; Emily Cooksey, Worship Leader/Technology; Lawrence Jones, Director of Operations; and Patti Wiese, Pastoral/Program Support.
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Give thanks and praise to God that we are adopted and called children of God through Jesus Christ, an immeasurable gift of grace, love and forgiveness in which we are immersed.
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We pray for Rev. Cheryl Fox and the congregation of St. John's Episcopal-Lutheran Church in Williams, AZ.
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Paul John Halvorson died December 9, 2019, from complications following a medical procedure at the age of 82. He was surrounded by his family, singing songs at his bedside.
A Celebration of the Life and Faith of The Rev. Paul J. Halvorson will be held at Our Saviour's Lutheran Church, Phoenix, on Saturday, January 18 at 1:00 pm, with reception to follow.
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Give thanks for the gift of wisdom that comes from God. Pray that our faith, with the encouragement of the Spirit, will compel us to share, teach and cultivate God’s wisdom and ways among all people — young and old alike.
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God’s glory is revealed to us in Jesus Christ, born among us and immersed in the messiness, complexity and commonness of humanity for the sake of the world. Pray that we will recognize God’s divine presence and activity in the world for the redemption and healing of humankind and for the nurturing of our lives to better emulate Jesus.
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Pray that the Holy Spirit will help us bear witness in the world to the light and truth of Jesus Christ, that we will be infused with enthusiasm for inviting others to believe and follow, and that all will experience the grace and fullness of God.
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We lift up in prayer Roger Bailey, who has been hospitalized after a fall. Roger is on the Synod Council Executive Committee, with the Colorado River Conference.
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Pray for the people and communities affected by the recent fires in California, that they will not lose hope but will experience God’s presence and encouragement through the care and support of others. Give thanks for the work of Lutheran Disaster Response — with the California synods (Pacifica, Southwest California, and Sierra Pacific), Lutheran Social Services of Northern California and Lutheran Social Services of Southern California — to respond with physical, emotional and spiritual care.
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Give thanks for the cloud of faith-filled witnesses who surround us as mentors of faith, vocation and life skills, enriching our lives through their example and sharing their faith, wisdom and knowledge.
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Throughout National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month, remember in prayer the men, women and children who are victims of this global tragedy, which disproportionately affects women and girls. Pray for an end to human trafficking and that all who suffer its abuse, injustice and oppression may find freedom, support, healing and safety, especially in our communities of faith.
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We pray for the Pastor Glenn Zimbelman, Deacon Janice Zimbelman, and the people of Maricopa Lutheran Church, in Maricopa, AZ.
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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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