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Lydia, Dorcas and Phoebe, witnesses to the faith Pray that when we share the story of God’s love and activity in the world, we will remember women in the Bible who professed their faith in God, served as leaders in the church, shared the good news of Jesus Christ and cared for neighbors in need.

Pray for the Deaconess Community of the ELCA, a diverse group of sisters in Christ who courageously proclaim the gospel, work for justice and healing, and serve all people.

Conversion of Paul Give thanks for God’s presence in our lives and for the work of the Holy Spirit, which changes our lives and the world.

Give thanks for the ELCA Foundation, which helps us to fund God’s work in the world, now and well into the future.

There’s a bit of Jonah in all of us when we question God’s wisdom and mercy and balk at doing what God asks of us. Promise to be attentive and responsive to God’s work and to trust that God’s boundless love and forgiveness are for all people, including ourselves.

Pray for Lutheran outdoor ministry leaders as theyrecruit young adult staff for summer ministries. Pray that young adults will respond to these leaders’ invitation to share their faith, gifts and leadership abilities with campers of all ages, abilities and backgrounds.

Jesus Christ is the good news of God’s grace and mercy at the heart of our baptism and faith. Give thanks and praise God for this amazing promise and gift!

Remember in prayer individuals and families who are homeless. Pray for congregations, community ministries, social service organizations and local and state governments that are working to develop effective, creative and sustainable housing, shelter and care for our neighbors.

When we are united with Christ, every aspect of our life and being — spiritual, physical and social — is impacted. Pray for the Spirit to help us stay faithful to the ways of God and the example of Christ and to reclaim us when we give undue value and attention to things that distract […]

Ask God to renew and strengthen our resolve to end hunger and poverty and to address their root causes in our communities and the world. Promise to listen carefully to our neighbors in need so that we can work together to find appropriate, effective and sustainable solutions.