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Koinonia Prayer List

PRAYER REQUESTS (joys and concerns) should be called in or e-mailed to the church office. With your permission, they will be listed in the Koinonia prayer list, and announced in worship so that the church family can pray for the mentioned needs. Please keep the office updated on the requests.

Likewise the Spirit helps us in our weakness; for we do not know how to pray as we ought, but that very Spirit intercedes with sighs too deep for words. Romans 8:26

CELEBRATIONS/Prayers of thanksgiving

Thanks to the volunteers that are continuing to produce our live and recorded worship services.
The CPC deacons that are shepherding their flocks and caring for needs of the church and community

NEW REQUESTS

Eunice Pate, suffered a stroke but is recovering and has returned home after a hospital stay. Faces mobility challenges.

CONTINUING REQUESTS
*indicates update of information

Carol Ennis facing significant medical challenges
Modesitt family, Jon Modesitt, brother of Melinda and Raymond Modesitt, passed away on Aug. 16
Gail Hayes, recovering well at home but still needing support
Josie Bullock, friend of Gail Nattkemper. Started treatment for incurable cancer of the peritoneum.
Lucas Haan, latest scans have suggested that his testicular cancer has returned. Lucas is in pain, and prayers for him and the Haan family are appreciated
*Sarah Kelsheimer's daughter in law's brother, Charles Shepard, improving greatly in his recovery and has been moved to a rehab facility.
Gail Hayes, recently diagnosed with terminal glioblastoma
Yang Keypunjong, a pastor assisting William Seo's Afghan refugee work in Brazil.
Sarah Kelsheimer's neighbor, Won. Tumors are shrinking but she maintains a terminal diagnosis. She remains upbeat and committed to enjoying her time with her husband.
Eunice Pate as she sees progress in her recovery
Ridge Holder's friend Gavyn and his father, Scott. Scott continues to receive treatment for t-cell lymphoma, with the possibility of leukemia.
John and Elinor Cleveland
Kaitlyn Wiensch, friend of Jim & Cheryl Moles had a successful double mastectomy surgery last week and her lymph nodes were clear which is good news.
Agnes Moles and the Moles family as she experiences some health issues.
For our elders currently serving on the session, that they might lead with God's guidance, compassion and wisdom.
For those suffering from mental illness
For those suffering from regressive illnesses, including memory loss
For unity and fellowship in the churches.
Vivian Marsh
At-risk children and their parents/caregivers or foster families
Alexander Speinburg, nephew of Caroline (Wadsworth) and Jeremy Johnson, rare disease with limited physical development
David, P.J. Ekstrom's cousin, prostate cancer that is now stage 4 cancer through his body; his wife, Margery needs support and prayers for peace
Shawn Larson, Phillip Smith’s godson, continues to struggle with limitations of Multiple Sclerosis.

MILITARY SERVICE

Brian Harder-Army National Guard
Alex Wadsworth - Army - Grandson of Mike and Molly, stationed in South Korea

SHUT-INS & THOSE UNABLE TO GET OUT OFTEN

Susie Schnabel
Mary Jean DeMarr, Westminster Village
Simone Cline
Don Lowder

The Greek word “koinonia” as often used in the New Testament writings, means Christian fellowship or communion with God or with fellow Christians.

Weekly Prayers

Morning:

Almighty God, our heavenly Father,
you have committed to your holy Church
the care and nurture of your children.
Enlighten with your wisdom those
who teach and those who learn,
that rejoicing in the knowledge of your truth,
they may worship you and serve you
from generation to generation;
through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Amen.

From A Book of Collects in Two Parts,
by John Wallace Suter and John Wallace Suter, Jr.

1919.

Evening:

Dear God, Grant our teachers an abundance of Your wisdom.
Prepare their hearts to welcome and love our loved ones,
and may we make sure to show them love and respect in return.
Give them grace as they help students who aren’t thriving,
the courage to say what needs to be said,
tools and knowledge on how and when to speak love,
and strength when they feel weak.

When they feel unseen, remind them that no moment goes unnoticed.
They are shaping the future in one million small,
yet incredibly important, ways every day.
We are overwhelmed with gratitude for the gift of learning
that they share with our children.
Bless them, Lord, and may they see even just a glimpse
of how their faithfulness will forever impact generations to come.
Amen.

Anonymous (posted on Christianity.com)