THE PRAYER CHAIN
THANksgIvINg WEEk 2025
Dear God,
Trust. A word that holds great gain and great loss. A word wielding both power and ease; both questions and answers.
No matter the circumstance or situation, person or position, we can and should always trust you And since with you, all is grounded in knowledge, will, and love, trust should be an easy avenue for us to take.
It often is not - perhaps not so much because we don’t trust you but because we don’t trust ourselves. Is our judgment right, our thinking solid, our knowledge secure, our understanding in tact, our information complete?
Perhaps the hardest facet of our faith journey is trust. Believing becomes alive with trusting. Trusting becomes alive with acting. Acting becomes alive with loving. And, loving becomesalive.
Our trust is our reason for prayer. Simply, you’ve got this, and I don’t. “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding.” (Proverbs 3: 5) \
And as we trust our God, our select few, and more and more ourselves, remind us to give thanks thanks for everything, from larger challenges and changes to daily needs and weeds. For all occasions give us opportunity to come to you, listen to you, learn from you, grow in you, and love as you. Because really --- what else is there.
We pray to you for wellness of mind, body, and spirit. We ask for this healing as well as for comfort and grace. Grant to all peace, perseverance, and patience. We pray with:
Gayle Morgan as she requests prayers for Doug, Christi, Colin, Judy, Siri, Paul, Christopher
Len Studley as he requests prayers for Dan, Walter, Priscilla
Walter Roberts as he requests prayers for Sharon
Helen Tiegreen as she requests prayers for Christopher
Tom Bohannon as he requests prayers for David
Esther Connor as she requests prayers for Marge
Beth Farris as she requests prayers for Sarah, Bryan
The Merkels as they request prayers for Sydney, David, Maxie, Kai
Sharita as she requests prayers for Phyllis
Penny as she requests prayers for Lynne
Jonne as she requests prayers for Paula
Erica Fletcher as she requests prayers for Robyn
Janet Preston as she requests prayers for Mary Clara, Reed, Tony
Allison Lizdas as she requests prayers for Ed
Brigette Fesselle as she requests prayers for Rafik, Mona, Andrew, Dianne, Maile, Hala’s son
We pray to you for those needing a continuance of good health and progress, those facing surgery, and those recovering from surgery. We also ask for hope during uncertainty, resilience amidst change, and strength with time.
Within the Redeemer family, we pray for Helen
We also give thanks for health care providers and caregivers – family, friends, and community - for their gifts of expertise, compassion, and care. We pray with:
Janet Preston as she requests prayers for all caregivers – for wisdom, strength, and stamina
Walter Roberts as he requests prayers for Jim
We pray to you for those battling cancer. As we pray for physical healing and hope, we also ask for strength for friends and family, for expertise from doctors and nurses, and for faith and belief during the ebb and flow of change. We pray with:
Walter Roberts as he requests prayers for Lynn, Kelly, Wanda, Debby, Mary Jo
Marcie Gay as she requests prayers for Wes
We pray for people in positions of prominence, leadership, and direction. Let equity, purpose, and reason direct leaders toward the welfare of humanity, the betterment of society, and the growth of our environment. We pray with:
Mary Peterson as she requests prayers for the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Jordan and the Holy Land
Many in requesting prayers for transgender youth – that they know love of self and others
We pray in thanks and praise for those whose prayers have been answered. We give thanks for positive change, new direction, and favorable results. We pray with:
Erica Fletcher as she prayerfully celebrates and honors employment for Glenn
We seek comfort during a time of loss and bereavement. We pray to you not only for solace but also for patience, selfcare, and endurance. We pray with:
Walter Roberts as he requests prayers for Susan Arthur and family at the passing of a beloved nephew
Penny Scarpucci as she requests prayers for the Morning/King family at the passing of their daughter and wife, Angel
We continue to pray with:
Jenny Peterson as she requests prayers for Sharon at the passing of her husband
We pray for those needing good health and God’s keeping. We pray with:
Walter Roberts as he requests prayers for Josie, Cesar
Leila Motee as she requests prayers for the Motee family and for Anupa
We pray for those needing peace and comfort. We pray with:
Len Studley as he requests prayers for Judy
We join in prayer for special people in our lives. We pray with:
Kathleen Presgrove as she requests prayers for Amy – at a most critical juncture
Naill Slater as he requests prayers for Racher – for hope, purpose, and peace
Dana Pudenz as she requests prayers for Lauren – for wisdom, peace, and guidance
We pray for needs during special events and times. We pray with:
Alisa Norvelle as she requests prayers for all – that peace, harmony, and unity be the heart of
all holidays and celebrations
We pray for all guests of the Lutheran Community Food Ministry. We pray you will provide hope, faith, and blessings as well as food, opportunities and resources. We pray with:
Chester as he requests prayers – for housing and resources
Taylor in requesting requests prayers for all – for your grace and gifts
An unnamed guest in requesting prayers for mental, physical, and emotional wellness
We pray for those whose needs and hearts are known only to you. We ask you to provide all that is needed from the touch of your hand and from the love of your heart.
Within the Redeemer family, we pray for Jeff, Paul, Benita, Annabeth