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Prayer List
Spirit of Abundance, God of Grace, Mother of Hope,
We pause now to remember those stories
that are all around us,
but so often passed over,
those stories that when told are shared because
of what someone is, not who they are.
This month in our nation's character
is Black History month.
Help us to realize that Black history is
all our histories.
May the day come when these stories
are so wildly taught that no month need
be separately divided.
We know this day will not come until we as a people
make different choices.
We pray now for those new choices.
May we come to see a day where the prison system
becomes redemptive, not punitive.
A day where the legal system learns to focus more squarely on the facts,
and the not colors of our skin.
A day where our schools are as well funded, as the needs demand.
May our role models be allowed to excel when they thrive,
and not be taken down for their rich heritage.
We know this will require a shift in power.
And this can be scary for some.
Give those full of fear - hope.
May we come to know grace,
So that our hearts will not be hardened to the pain around us.
There are so many beautiful stories needing to be told.
And we need to get the chance to hear them.
Widen our vision so that the history that is shared this month,
and every month,
come to be known as our history too.
We are most human when we see the humanity in others.
~ Unknown Author
This week we pray for:
Karen, friend of Candy Relle
Prayers for comfort and healing for Karen who is receiving treatment for blood clots that developed in her legs and lungs after a recent surgery.
Erin Guzmán, COW Chaplain
Continued prayers for healing for Erin who is recovering from surgery on both wrists. (If you'd like to provide a meal or walk her dog Toffee, please contact Pastor Eniko.)
Barbara Mykkanen
Continued prayers for Barb as she participates in a study to help others with similar cancer diagnosis.
Deb Hostettler
Continued prayers for Deb as she continues her treatments.
We pray for
- all who long for healing and peace amidst life's hurts, losses, and sickness
- all who face uncertainty, financial worries, addictions, or depression
- all who grieve and fear gun violence in so many places across our country
- all whose daily lives are impacted by war and violence - in Ukraine, Pakistan, Palestine/Israel and beyond.
We give thanks for and celebrate
- the Westminster Class of Elders 2025. We are grateful that you responded to the call and look forward to your wisdom and guidance in our ministry.
- our long-standing partnership with Scout Troop 4061.
- all who have volunteered at the Severe Weather Shelter during these past weeks. Your caring presence and generosity provides a safe and warm place and nourishment to our neighbors experiencing homelessness.
- faithful commitment of all who keep our Black Lives Matter solidarity witness alive. February 25th will mark the 1000-day continuous presence at the Wooster City Square. Come on out at noon!
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