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God of life and breath, you are our source of hope:
+ We give thanks for your gifts of life and love;
+ remind us who and whose we are - we are your beloved children;
+ sustain us when we are feeling weary, broken, lost, or afraid;
+ reform in us what needs reforming;
+ open our hearts and minds to hear your word and call;
+ inspire us to take action to seek justice for our neighbors;
+ grant us wisdom, courage, and creativity to be and share your Good News in the midst of anxious and frightening days.
We pray for your world and your people:
+ for your beautiful creation - guide us to be better caretakers;
+ for those who have been affected by storms, fires, and earthquakes - and for those who work to protect, respond, and help with recovery;
+ for those who are in a personal conflict - lead us to listen, help us to be heard, and guide us as we tend to mending and strengthening our connections;
+ for those who have been targeted and live in fear because of racism, homophobia, transphobia, and sexism;
+ for those who are unemployed, under-employed, or concerned their job is at risk;
+ for those who are unhoused - and those whose living situation is unstable;
+ for those living in or fleeing from areas impacted by violence - we pray for lasting peace between nations and for the healing of people who suffer conflict - in so many areas of our world, country and communities;
+ we give thanks for the ceasefire in Gaza - we pray for those prisoners and hostages who are heading home - surround them with your comfort and may your peace reign (read the Patriarchs and Heads of Churches in Jerusalem Statement on the Declarations on the End of the War in Gaza here)
+ for the nations of this world; for the leaders of this world; for the innocent caught in crossfire; for softening of hearts; for the love of all neighbors; for listening and caring; for wisdom and courage; for peace between all peoples - Kyrie Elieson.
We pray for all who are grieving:
+ Gracious God, wrap your arms of love and hope around all who are experiencing any kind of loss, disconnection, or brokenness;
+ We lift up ELCA Presiding Bishop Yehiel Curry and his extended family following the death of his mother, Regina Curry. Surround them with your peace and hope as the remember and mourn.
+ We lift up the family and friends of the Oregon Synod's first bishop, Rev. Paul Swanson, following his recent death. Surround them with your peace and hope as the remember and mourn.
+ We lift up the family of Rev. Don Cornell (retired) following his death on September 28. Surround his wife JoAnn and family with your peace and hope as they remember and mourn. (We will share memorial service information when it becomes available. Cards of care may be sent in c/o his daughter Cathi Cornell Zuniga, 161 East Rainier Court, Allyn, WA 98524.)
+ We lift up Rev. Jane Prestbye (retired) following the sudden death of her husband, Fergus. Surround Jane and her family with your peace and hope as they remember and mourn. (Fergus' memorial service is planned for Friday, November 14 at 11am at Kent Lutheran Church - 336 2nd Ave South in Kent. Cards of care may be sent to Jane and Family at: 505 E Temperance St. Kent, WA 98030)
+ We pray for those whose lives have been lost due to gun violence. Renew and strengthen our commitment and courage to face the painful truth of gun violence in our country — to prevent gun violence; attend to individuals, families and communities traumatized by it; advocate for common-sense gun safety laws; and care for the perpetrators of violent acts.
We pray for all who are in need of healing and strength:
+ We pray for those who are facing ongoing health concerns: Rev. Ron Melver, Rev. Pam Miles, Rev. Deb Butler, and Nancy Davis (widow of Rev. Chuck Davis).
+ We lift up Irma Yee, spouse of Rev. Andy Yee, Assistant to the Bishop, as she recovers from surgery yesterday - may health and healing abound.
+ We lift up former Region One staff member, Deacon Cathie Carlisle, recently diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. Surround her with love - and good care. (Friends are invited to reach out to her via phone / email: 971.288.6445 / deaconcmc@yahoo.com)
We pray for your church:
+ From our prayer calendar, we pray for these ministries and their rostered leaders:
-- for Immanuel Lutheran Church (Everson), their pastor Rev. Esau Cuevas-Benitez;
-- for Lutheran Community Services - for their locations throughout - and beyond - our synod, including in Bellingham where Rev. Marc Hander serves;
-- for the Lower Susquehanna Synod and their bishop, the Rev. Stephen Herr;
-- for the Upper Susquehanna Synod and their bishop, the Rev. Craig Miller;
-- for our Companion Synod: The Evangelical Lutheran Church in European Russia;
+ We lift up those rostered ministers celebrating anniversary milestones in October:
Rev. Anne Lohrmann - celebrating 10 years on 10/30
Rev. Lara Forbes - celebrating 15 years on 10/16
Rev. Anne Straffin Hall - celebrating 20 years on 10/23
Rev. Jimmy Hao - celebrating 20 years on 10/30
Rev. Paul Ko - celebrating 20 years on 10/6
Rev. Tim Weber - celebrating 40 years on 10/6
+ We pray for congregations in our synod going through challenging times - may they listen for where you are leading. Help them discover resources and assistance to renew their sense of mission and their resolve to be God’s loving presence in their communities.
+ We give thanks for the many years of service of our retired pastors & deacons. Thanks be to God for the ways they continue to support ministers and ministries in their communities. This week we celebrate these retired ministers: Rev. Carl Moll, Deacon Estelle Morely, and Rev. Valinda Morse.
+ We pray for ministries and leaders in transition.
-- we pray for the leaders who are guiding ministries in a time of transition: legacy planning teams, transition teams, call committees, transition ministers, care pastors, congregational staff and lay leaders, and our synod staff;
-- we pray for all who are in discernment and/or awaiting call.
May our prayers rise before you as incense.
+ Your mercy is everlasting and your faithfulness endures from age to age;
+ Sustain, uplift, and encourage us as we live into your calling;
+ Trusting in your mercy and grace, we lift our prayers to you.
Amen.
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Email susan@lutheransnw.org if you have a prayer petition or update.
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