Author: St. Andrew's

Monday, November 25 (International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women) We pray for the healing and wellbeing of women who experience violence. May God’s unfailing love guide our actions to build more equitable and just communities where all women may flourish and violence is ended.

Sunday, November 24 (Reign of Christ) Almighty and everlasting God, wrapped in glory; as you are compassionate, make us kind; as you are just, make us doers of justice; as you are one, unite us in the name of Christ who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Saturday, November 23 We pray for PCC staff and committees who help and walk with the leaders of the Indigenous ministries of the PCC.

Thursday, November 21 We pray for chaplains in hospitals and long-term care homes as they continue to provide comfort, offer hope, and minister during moments that matter.

Monday, November 18 (Restorative Justice Week, Nov. 17-23) We give thanks for the Church Council on Justice and Corrections, and its work to support healing for people and communities harmed by crime, fear and system injustices

Saturday, November 16 We pray for Atlantic Mission Society groups as they encourage congregations to support the Advent gift projects.

Wednesday, November 13 We pray for students in all denominations that have come to study at The Presbyterian College, Montreal. May the college community grow in its intent to be and to build Christian community in an increasingly ecumenical student body.

Tuesday, November 12 We give thanks for the life and witness of generations of faithful people in the church, that we may continue to be inspired by the way their lives reflected their faith in Jesus Christ.

Monday, November 11 (Remembrance Day) We pray for all who mourn and suffer as a result of conflict and war. We ask God to protect and guide peacekeepers and those who serve in the Armed Forces.

Sunday, November 10 We pray for the people in the spiritual care of Indigenous ministries in Kenora, Saskatoon, Mistawasis, the lower mainland of BC, Winnipeg, Edmonton and the Cowichan First Nation in BC, that they may be lifted up in a spirit of hope for healing in all aspects of their lives that seem hopeless.