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Pray for the leaders, voting members and others gathering for the assemblies of the Eastern North Dakota, Northwestern Minnesota, Central States, Metropolitan Chicago, Southern Ohio and Metropolitan Washington, D.C. synods, that the Spirit will strengthen, guide and inspire them as they reflect on the mission of the church, choose leaders and encourage one another to […]

Pray for the leaders, voting members and others gathering for the assemblies of the South Dakota, Nebraska, Greater Milwaukee, Upstate New York, Lower Susquehanna, North Carolina, Western North Dakota and Southeastern synods, that the Spirit will strengthen, guide and inspire them as they reflect on the mission of the church, choose leaders and encourage one […]

Pray for the leaders, voting members and others gathering for the assemblies of the Central/Southern Illinois, Montana, Southwest California and Northeastern Pennsylvania synods, that the Spirit will strengthen, guide and inspire them as they reflect on the mission of the church, choose leaders and encourage one another to proclaim the gospel and serve our neighbors […]

Ask God to help us discern our spiritual gifts — as individuals and as communities of faith — and where they are most needed in the church and the world.

Pray for people engaged in seasonal work, that they will have adequate housing, fair wages, safe work environments and supportive communities and congregations; promise to express recognition and gratitude for their hospitality, gifts and service.

Memorial Day  Remember, honor and give thanks for those in the armed forces who have given their lives for the sake of peace, justice and freedom. Pray for those who serve in harm’s way today, that they will be safe and that their faith, courage and commitment to the well-being of others will be strengthened […]

Day of Pentecost  Praise God for the variety of gifts we have been given and how they complement the gifts of our siblings in Christ for spreading the gospel, growing the church, serving the needs of our neighbors and bringing hope to our communities and the world.

Give thanks for the work of ELCA World Hunger and Lutheran Disaster Response, ministries of our church that gather our resources and combine them with those of domestic and global partners and companion churches to respond to our neighbors who have been impacted by hunger, poverty, injustice, and natural and human-caused disasters.

Give thanks and praise to God for the gift of the Holy Spirit, which enriches our faith and gives us the ability to witness to God’s love and mercy and serve our neighbors everywhere.

Remember in prayer candidates who serve in congregations and are involved in the ELCATheological Education for Emerging Ministries (TEEM) program; give thanks for the scholarship assistance provided by ELCA Fund for Leaders.