Prayers of the People: At Christmastime

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For Bob D., that he may recover fully from the surgery to his foot/ankle and is ‘up and around,’ pain free and mobile in no time at all. Stay strong, Bob.

For an end to the senseless violence and destruction we commit against one another…may peace reign now and forever.

For the beloved creatures we are called to care for: pray that all animals are treated with dignity and love.

For those who experience depression and sadness during the holiday season: may light, peace and happiness fill their hearts and minds and guide them to a better place.

For all our St. Nicholas community members who are under the weather and in need of healing and prayers: may they find peace and be blessed with sound and better health: Joanne M., Connie N., Vernon F., Richard and Mary G., Eunice D., Dick D., Cerna R., Dale R., Tony B., Paula O., Jim L., Jackie, Chris, Cathy W., Ed B., Carrie, June, Harry and any one else in need of our continued prayers and well wishes.

*** “Pray for the Support Groups that meet at St. Nicholas.”

(**written prayer requests)

Prayers Of and For The People of St Nicholas

Prayers for the repose of the soul of Anna H. Perpetual light shine upon you Anna and blessed, eternal life be granted unto you. Amen.

Prayers for Tony B. May your vision be crystal clear and you heal quickly.

For all the creatures of this world: that we care for their safety and survival.

Thanksgiving for answered prayers for Penny and Hank’s son Jason.

For all St Nicholas community members in need of healing, and anyone else in need of our continued prayers and well wishes.

For members of the support groups at St. Nicholas who endure, “one day at at time,” in their daily battles against addiction.

Also for “the members of the Support Groups who have lost so many of their members…peace and comfort be granted unto them.”

And last, for those whose struggles with their addictions are ongoing, that they may see that the help they need is so close at hand. Lord, that they may take heart of grace, and find the courage to walk through the door, we ask in Jesus’ name. Amen.