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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; we celebrate that Holden Village has now has a downgraded fire advisory - and as staff are returning, they are preparing to welcome guests soon;
+ 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;
+ for the nations of this world; for the leaders of this world; for the innocent caught in crossfire; for softening of hearts; 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 the family of Rev. Marjorie Lorant (retired) following her death. Surround her family with your peace and hope as they remember and mourn. (Marjorie's memorial service is planned for Saturday, October 4 at 11am at Zion Lutheran Church -7215 Valley View Road in Ferndale) with a luncheon reception to follow in the church fellowship hall. Prior to the memorial service, Marjorie will be buried next to her husband at Willamette National Cemetery outside of Portland. Cards of care may be sent to her son: Weylin Lorant; 950 22nd Ave., Unit A; Seattle, WA 98122.)
+ 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. Don Cornell, Rev. Deb Butler, and Nancy Davis (widow of Rev. Chuck Davis).
+ We lift up Sheryl, spouse of Rev. Terry Kyllo, recovering from surgery to remover her parathyroid gland earlier this week. May health and healing abound.
+ We lift up all who are undergoing and recovering from medical procedures.
We pray for your church:
+ From our prayer calendar, we pray for these ministries and their rostered leaders:
-- for Grace Chinese of South King County (Renton) and their pastor, Rev. Mike Wang;
-- for Zion Lutheran Church (Ferndale), and their pastor, Rev. Rebecca Langholz;
-- for the NW Washington Synod Council as they gather this weekend;
--for the Slovak Zion Synod and their bishop, the Rev. Wilma Kucharek;
-- for our Companion Synod: The Evangelical Lutheran Church in European Russia;
+ We pray for the leaders of our synod's LiVE Project as they make final preparations for the 2025-26 year - we lift up those who will be attending the first retreat this Saturday and the first weekly course next week. (Learn more about LiVE, how to purchasse a congregation bundle, and how to register still for these events here: https://www.lutheransnw.org/ministries/the-live-project)
+ 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. Jim Leistikow, Rev. Renee Lier, and Rev. John-Otto Liljenstolpe.
+ 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 hold the people of Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church in prayer as they transition from their Maple Valley building of 47 years into a new building in Black Diamond, on loan from the Seattle Presbytery. Prayers to connect to the community of Black Diamond, develop new ministries without the burden of an expensive building, and live into a spirit of generous stewardship of their increased financial resources. Prayers arise for their pastor, Rev. Andy Arnold as he walks alongside the congregation;
-- 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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