Pray for our Sunday School teachers, that they be inspired by God and passionate about their roles as teachers, and that they be good Christian examples for the children to look up to. Pray that they would feel an urgency to regularly uphold their students in prayer.

Pray for all those involved in our U18 Ministry as they prepare for the U18 Christmas service on Sunday. Pray that their Saturday practice would go smoothly and that on Sunday morning, people would come with open minds and hearts, ready to receive the message God has inspired in our young people and their leaders.

Pray for our Children’s Ministries, that God would inspire the leaders and that the children’s hearts would be drawn to follow Christ. Pray that the children would lead their unchurched parents and friends to know Christ.

Pray for our office staff. They are front and centre when people come into the church with special needs, or when any of us are upset about something church related. Pray for a gentle spirit when people complain to them about issues they cannot control. Pray for a spirit of unity between them and our Pastors, Ministry Council, and other ministries of our church.

Pray for our Deacons. Ask God to bless them as they bless many among us. Pray for lives of integrity that display the love of Christ. Pray that their households would be places of peace and respect. Pray that they be Spirit-led in all they do.

Pray for respect and love, even when we have unanswered questions. Pray that God would help us trust Him, even when we are disappointed with decisions others have made. Pray for the courage to work towards unity, whether or not our personal wish is for a different direction.

Pray for the people of Saugeen First Nation in South Hampton. Tonight we will gather in the gym as a church community and put together Christmas Baskets that will be delivered to the reserve as a Christmas gift for the families there. Pray that the love of Jesus would be evident through these gifts, and that they might be an encouragement and a blessing.

Be sure to join us tonight at 6:30 to help the U18 and Missions Planning Team put these baskets together. It’s a great opportunity to serve alongside one another and we’d love to see everyone there!

Pray for our Ministry Council. Ask God to give them wisdom as they make decisions for HMC. Pray that they be Spirit-led and filled with the knowledge of God. Pray that they be careful and prayerful listeners. Pray that they live lives of integrity among the church body and also among the wider community. Pray for opportunities to encourage and bless them and their families. Pray for frequent times of refreshment and renewal for them.