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Prayer List
Friends,
The Day of Pentecost is about the formation of the church out of a frightened band of followers, huddled timidly behind closed doors, into people empowered by the Spirit to proclaim God's good news on the streets of Jerusalem.
Pentecost invites us to ponder deeply how the Spirit of God is still working within our soul and within our community to cross boundaries of separation, of division... As we prepare to celebrate Pentecost this Sunday, I invite you to reflect on the Spirit's stir in your life...how is she empowering us to proclaim and embody God's amazing love in our city and world?
Blessed be the longing that brought you here and quickens your soul with wonder.
May you have the courage to listen to the voice of desire
That disturbs you when you have settled for some- thing safe.
May you have the wisdom to enter generously into your own unease
To discover the new direction your longing wants to take you.
May the forms of your belonging—in love, creativity, and friendship—
Be equal to the grandeur and the call of your soul.
May the one you long for long for you.
May your dreams gradually reveal the destination of your desire.
May a secret Providence guide your thought and nurture your feeling.
May your mind inhabit your life with the sureness with which your body inhabits the world.
May your heart never be haunted by ghost- structures of old damage.
May you come to accept your longing as divine urgency.
May you know the urgency with which God longs for you.
~ "For Longing" by John O'Donohue
This week we pray for:
Addie, Shelley Peterson's granddaughter
Prayers for Addie (9) who is awaiting test results following her biopsy. We also surround Addie's family with our love.
Gayle Elizabeth Walker, Pastor Enikö's friend
Prayers for peace and comfort for Gayle who had a successful procedure yesterday and is awaiting test results.
Russell, friend of Julie Douglass-Gillespie
We continue to pray for Russell, who is nearing the end of his earthly journey and battle with bladder cancer. Prayers for comfort and peace for him and also for his partner John.
Deb Hostettler
Continued prayers for Deb, who is hoping to regain her appetite and energy following an adjustment in her medication to reduce side effects.
Barbara Mykkanen
Continued prayers for Barb as she participates in a study to help others with similar cancer diagnosis.
We pray for
- all those struggling with stressful situations that weary the heart;
- those facing ongoing recovery, pain management, and health issues;
- our church family as we strive to be faithful to the Spirit's lead;
- our national leaders--may they find a compromise that serves our country without causing financial risk;
- that creation care is a priority for governments, communities, and families around the globe;
- peace and a lasting end to violence and injustice;
- rest, time of replenishment with family, friends, in nature;
- may the fruit of the Spirit guide our hearts and minds in service and worship, bound together in love.
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