Author: St. Andrew's

Tuesday, August 29 We pray for our university and college students who are preparing for studies away from home. Remember in particular first year students who are leaving home for the first time.

Monday, August 28 We pray for the candidates for ministry and for the guidance counsellors who will spend time engaged in dialogue about calling and discernment during the Guidance Conference.

Saturday, August 26 We pray for the Rev. Mary Fontaine as she meets with people in her role as Moderator of the General Assembly.

Friday, August 25 We pray for Samuel House, supported by Presbyterians Sharing, helping those in need in very difficult circumstances in Misca, Romania.

Thursday, August 24 We pray for persons with disabilities at the Garu Centre in Ghana who, with support from PWS&D, have found a supportive community that provides them with vocational training to become self-sufficient.

Wednesday, August 23 We pray for the Rev. Stewart Folster and the people at Mistawasis Memorial Presbyterian Church on Mistawasis Nehiyawak First Nation.

Tuesday, August 22 We pray for the Ecumenical and Interfaith Relations Committee as they encourage Presbyterians to acknowledge, understand and appreciate other faith traditions, and to live in good relationship with people who belong to other religions.

Monday, August 21 We thank God for the warmth and beauty and wonder of August.

Saturday, August 19 On World Humanitarian Day, we pray for PWS&D partners who dedicate their lives to helping those in need in the most difficult circumstances. We pray for wisdom, courage and resources for them to continue their good work.

Friday, August 18 We pray for the members of the Canadian Ecumenical Anti-Racism Network (Canadian Council of Churches), who are supporting church communities working for racial justice across Canada.