Prayers

JOYS:  Thanks be to God for …
Happy new liturgical year.
Our country.
Those who serve our country.
Visitors in worship today.
All enjoying better health.
Hazel S.’ granddaughter’s reconciliation with family at Thanksgiving.
Birthday blessings to Mary L. and Julie L.
Wedding anniversary blessings to Pastor Charles and Belinda.
Answered prayers.
The health we enjoy.
Today’s distribution of the second annual church Advent devotional.

Today’s distribution of candy-cane “invitation-to-Advent-activities” cards.

Wonderful Bible studies throughout the week. 

All serving in various capacities for the betterment of the church.

All people who work for peace.

Safe travels.

CONCERNS:  Oh, Lord, we humbly pray for … 

Families and friends of the two overseas-combat-related military members who died last week.
All our military Veterans and their families, especially those who are dealing with “the loss of body, mind and/or spirit.”
Family and friends mourning the death of Nola Edgar, Jean Sherman’s husband and the Zoluski family. 
Healing mercies for Dusty S., Bridget, Don H., Becky B., Rianna, Judy W., Vickie V.’s father-in-law, Carol and Bill G.
Travelling mercies and for those not with us today.
Those facing difficult decisions.
All needing God’s mercies.
Unspoken prayers.