Author: St. Andrew's

Saturday, August 10 We pray for people who are angry and whose lives are shaped by bitterness, resentment and frustration that makes it difficult to give and receive grace.

Wednesday, August 7 We give thanks for students who are spending their summer cutting lawns, chopping firewood and doing farm chores at Crieff Hills.

(Anniversary: 1945 Bombing of Hiroshima) We remember the victims of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, Japan, and we pray for a world without nuclear weapons.

Monday, August 5 We pray for the members of the International Affairs Committee that work to draw the church’s attention to places in the world in need of support and justice.

Thursday, August 1 (Emancipation Day) On Emancipation Day, we pray for those that fight systemic racism and for an end to all forms of slavery.

Wednesday, July 31 We pray for congregations that do not have the resources to call a minister. May they find new and joyful ways to worship and serve Christ.

Tuesday, July 30 (World Day Against Trafficking in People) We give thanks for ARISE Ministry and the work they are doing to raise awareness of human trafficking in Canada, while offering care and support to survivors.

Monday, July 29 We pray for those who are lonely and lack satisfying fellowship in their lives and that God will open our hearts and eyes to the needs of those around us.

Sunday, July 28 We pray for the people, ministries and mission of the Synod of the Atlantic Provinces.

 

Saturday, July 27 We pray for students considering programs at The Presbyterian College, Montreal in the fall.